Age 97, of Maplewood, passed away on June 6, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Albert; and sister, Fran Ahrens.
Survived by children, Terri (Tom) Zappa, Tom (Lisa Turnquist), Bob (Emily), Kathy, Dave (Kit); grandchildren, Kristin (Jeff Turek) Zappa, Beth (Mitch) Kockler, Tony Zappa, James (Jordan) Knight-Zappa, Paul (Lauren) Zappa, Liz (Alex) Torres, Mary Nieters, Austin Nieters, Josh Nieters; and great grandchildren Amelia, Sam, and Jack Kockler, Milio Zappa, Raelynn and Genevieve Zappa.
Louise was a longtime Western Union employee from age 16 until retirement. She stayed active with the WU Retirement Group producing their newsletter, the Tele-Him-n-Her.
After WU Retirement, Louise worked at a title insurance company in downtown Minneapolis.
Louise served the Parish of St Jerome's as Trustee and volunteer office staff. As a parishoner for over sixty years, she also volunteered in various capacities.
Louise trekked accross the country supporting the annual Hill-Murray band trip for several years as chaperone. She logged countless hours and miles on motor coaches.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Monday, June 16 at the Church of St. Jerome, 380 E. Roselawn Avenue, Maplewood. Visitation at the church from 10-11 AM Monday.
Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Church of St. Jerome.
Monday, June 16, 2025
10:00 - 11:00 am (Central time)
The Church of St. Jerome
Monday, June 16, 2025
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