Jeanette Sticha
September 21, 1928 - March 1, 2022
Jeanette A. Sticha, age 93, of Lonsdale, died peacefully with her family at her side on Tuesday, March 1, 2022 at her home. Jeanette was born on September 21, 1928 in Lonsdale to John T. and Cecelia (Malecha) Skluzacek. She grew up in the Lonsdale area, attended country school, and graduated from Lonsdale High School. She married Bohumil H. Sticha on September 20, 1949 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Lonsdale. Tragedy would strike many times for Jeanette with the loss of her daughter in infancy, her son at age six, and finally her husband at age 54 when she still had young children at home. Despite that, she remained positive, patient, and kind throughout her life, with an indomitable spirit. She had various cleaning jobs once her family was out on their own, one of her favorites being the Franciscan Retreat House.
She was active in St. Patrick Council of Catholic Women and was a proud member and past officer of TOPS. Her large family knew her for her expertise in cooking and baking. She enjoyed sewing and was avid about gardening. Jeanette had a special way with children and was a natural magnet for them. Her refrigerator was filled with pictures of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Quiet and soft-spoken, her kindness was boundless and she never had an unkind word to say about anyone. A life well-lived and independent to the end, her legacy lives on and will be missed by her family and all who knew her.
Jeanette is survived by her children, Ken (Marge) Sticha of New Prague, Al (Mary) Sticha of New Prague, Norm (Denie) Sticha of Elko, Mike (Jan) Sticha of St. Patrick, Sharon (Darrell) Vosejpka of Lonsdale, Jeanie (Wayne) Vosejpka of Lonsdale, Lori (Mark) Vosejpka of New Prague, Robbie (Denise) Sticha of St. Patrick, Barbie (Trevor) Stendahl of Prior Lake; 27 grandchildren; 62 great-grandchildren; sisters, Bernadine (Bob) Bissonette, Valeria (Bob) McHale; brother, John (Jane) Skluzacek; sister-in-law, Eleanor Skluzacek. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bohumil on April 2, 1982; parents; daughter Elizabeth in infancy; son, Johnny at age 6; great-grandsons, Tristan Sticha and Braden Flicek; sisters, Loretta Hauer and Sister Marilyn Skluzacek; brothers, Norbert & Adrian Skluzacek.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 10 AM at St. Patrick of Cedar Lake Catholic Church with Father Michael Miller officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 4-7 PM at Bruzek Funeral Home and Saturday morning at church from 9-10 AM. Burial will take place at St. Patrick Cemetery followed by lunch in the church hall. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.
My thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Aunt Jeanette was such a beautiful women inside and out. She is such a person to imitate. Wish I could have been at the funeral. Prayers if consolation in the days ahead.
Jeannie, So sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom.
So sorry to hear of Aunt Jeanette’s passing. What a wonderful person – she will be greatly missed.
Auntie was a remarkable lady. She was strong, kind hearted, sweet, and a wonderful lady to everyone she met. I will miss her dearly. Her family will and does carry on all her great traits having learned from one of the best. Miss you Nettie. ❤️
Sympathy to the family! She was a wonderful lady.
Prayers to you and family members.. Jeanette sounds like an amazing woman!
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Thinking of you and praying that you find peace and comfort.
Memories of all the good times will keep her forever close in your hearts.
So Sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers go out to all the family.
Always a gracious lady. Our Sympathies to the family.
Our sympathy to all who knew and loved Jeanette. A remarkable woman who lived a full life.
May she rest in eternal peace.
Condolences for your loss. May Love and memories help give you peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Lovely lady she was.
We are sorry to hear of Jeanette passing.sympathies and prayers to you all.
Anissa, Alex, Fin and family, we are very sorry for your loss. She certainly seemed like a woman we would all want to know and love .
I remember when we still thrashed auntie put a great meal .If you left hungry it was your own fault. Always had a smile no matter what. I liked when you joked with her she had a great sense of humor. Love you and miss you.
So sorry for your loss of such a special mother, and friend to all. She had a great smile for everyone. May She Rest In Peace!