Norma Jean Freter-Janske, 65, of St. Peter, MN, passed away of natural causes, June 7, 2012 in Bellevue, NE surrounded by family.
She was born May 6, 1947 to Emil and Verdell (Schuette) Freter in New Prague, MN. Norma graduated from Belle Plaine High School in 1965 and received a Licensed Practical Nursing diploma from Mankato Technical College in 1981.
Norma worked as a licensed practical nurse for the St. Peter Regional Treatment Center for over 30 years. She enjoyed traveling, antiques, crossword puzzles, reading, gardening, fishing, and more than anything, spending time with her family and grandchildren.
Norma is survived by: her husband, Walter Janske of St. Peter; sons, Eric (Melinda Emerson) Jentz of St.
Peter, and Daniel (Stephanie) Jentz, of St. Peter; daughters, Sarah Farrell of Lake City, Amy (Michael) Nelson of Bellevue, NE; step-sons, Wesley Janske of Eastgreenville PA, and Jesse Janske of North Mankato; grandchildren, Derek Jentz, Christopher and Alicia Farrell, Dylan and Isabella Jentz, Tyler and Riley Seys, Camden Nelson; step-granchildren Robert and Cheryl Janske. She is also survived by three sisters: Arlene (Lloyd) Latzke; Diane (Gerald) Bratsch of Belle Plaine; and Donna Brenke of New Prague; and many nieces and nephews.
Norma was preceded in death by her parents.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 13, 4-7 p.m. at St. Peter Funeral Home - Klein Chapel and also one hour prior to the service. Funeral service is Thursday, June 14, 11:00am at First Lutheran Church in St. Peter.