Minneapolis, Minnesota
Karch, Jean "Shay" born in Minneapolis December 27, 1924, Jean, a loving mother, wife, grandmother, business woman and a graduate of North High School, passed away August 31 after a courageous five year battle with Ovarian Cancer. Preceded in death by husband, Charles Karch, parents, Joseph and Nettie Chutter, sister, Bernice Sandler, and brother James Chutter. Survived by husband Jake Garber; son Michael (Beverly) Karch; daughter Randee Massler; grandchildren Brian Karch, Amanda Karch, Justin Massler, Jeremy Massler; and many nieces and nephews. Jean was ahead of her time when she and her husband Charles purchased Floyd's Lock and Safe Company in 1953. Jean was a sharp business woman who treated customers and employees the way she wanted to be treated herself. Jean loved life. Her passion and love for her grandchildren and husband Jake could be seen in her eyes and heard in the tone of her voice. Other pastimes were golfing, (3 holes in one) cards, travel, piano, friends, and good bargains. Other fun claims to fame included being on the National TV show "Whats My Line" and Queen of the Money Machine, a local TV question and answer show. Special thanks to her loving and supportive husband Jake, her caregiver Rose Los, and best friend June Berg. Funeral service THURSDAY SEPT 4, AT 2 PM, LAKEWOOD CEMETERY CHAPEL, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society. SHIVA, 7 PM Thursday at Sholom Home West, 3620 Phillips Parkway, St. Louis Park. Hodroff-Epstein 612 871-1234
This obituary was originally published in the Star Tribune.
Dearest Uncle Jake,
i will always remember Jean playing in Kyra's "kitchen" when she was only 2... or laughing at the thought of me sending her a pink wig. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. We will miss her very much. All our love,
Lisa, Kyra, and Gabriel
Lisa Rudolph
September 16, 2008 | New York, NY
god Bless you...We are so sorry for your loss. We felt Jean was a good friend. Chris and Mary Muzetras
Chris and Mary Muzetras
September 05, 2008 | Minnetonka, MN
Michael
My most sincere condolences go to you over your mothers passing. My interactions with Jean were always very positive. From the first time I met her she made me feel welcome and a needed part of the company. I always saw Jean as a selfless woman of service, to her customers, family and friends – I’m sure the order of them fluctuated from time to time. You can feel proud that her legacy in the locksmithing industry will live on for many many more years.
God bless.
Nicholas Luciano
September 05, 2008 | Eagan, MN
I have more than thirty eight years of fond memories of Jean and how she impacted the locksmith industry. Her leadership and kindness as the owner of Floyd Lock & Safe had a profound influence on me and the majority of lockmiths in the Twin Cities. She will be missed. My heart goes out to you Mike and your family.
Mike & Shari Foty
September 03, 2008 | Fairmont, MN
Jean always had a kind word and a big smile. Robin and I will miss her. We send our most sincere condolences to Jake and Mike.
Danny & Robin Berenberg
September 03, 2008 | Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
Condolences from Cary Broder.
Cary Broder
September 03, 2008 | Tainan
Jake Mike and Randee, I am so sorry to her about Jean's passing. It was a great joy for me to get to know here a little over these past many years. She will be greatly missed by all of us. My thoughts and prayers go with you. John Fulton
John Fulton
September 03, 2008 | Bloomington, MN
Michael, So sorry to hear about your Mom, I loved talking to her down at Knob Hill, she was a neat lady. Your in my prayers.
Gail Towns
September 03, 2008 | Savage, MN
Jake:
It's very hard to say goodbye
When someone we love has to die
Whether age or illness has wrinkled the face
And we assume they're in a better place
Warmth & Sympathies are sent today
In the hopes that they may
Ease the pain you now bear
Knowing you have friends who care
Peggy Kane (Frolichman) Kane
September 03, 2008 | Minnetonka, MN
