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Jean NITARDY Obituary

Age 49 of Stillwater Loving wife, mother and sister Jean Nitardy fought a heroic battle with oral cancer and went home to rest with Jesus on January 10. Preceded in death by parents, Don & Bette Lou. Survived by husband, Chris; children, Alex, Leah, Evelin, Sam; siblings, Karen (James) Geisen, Donald (Marge) Tacheny, Vickie Tacheny, Deb (Steve) Korosec, Lisa (Jack) Frost, Peter (Jill) Tacheny, Theresa (David) Nicoletti, Daniel Tacheny; parents-in-law, Bill & Diane Nitardy, Naureen Nitardy; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Jean was active in Pro-Life Action Ministries, children's ministry and Awana at Rockpoint Church, she loved running, gardening, family gatherings, kids and her dog Molly. She reminded all to "Shine your light for Jesus." Special thanks to staff at MN Oncology and St. John's Hospital. Celebration of Jean's life will be 11AM Friday at ROCKPOINT CHURCH, Hwy 36 & Keats Ave. with visitation beginning at 9:00. Interment to follow at Hazelwood Cemetery in Bayport. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family preferred. 651-439-5511


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Published by Pioneer Press on Jan. 13, 2016.

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Theresa

January 8, 2025

Miss her everyday

Pamela Joan Lagermeier

January 7, 2025

Hello Jean's family:

Remember mom is watching over you. Make her proud.

Pamela Joan Lagermeier

January 8, 2024

Leah and Evie: I got this today and I hope you both are doing well. I still laugh when I think of you guys and the pizza man driving all over your backyard trying to deliver the pizza. Hope your driving is going well. So fun to teach you both.

Kerry Tuma

January 18, 2016

I'm sorry for your loss, she was much to young to go be with Jesus in my opinion, but at least she's pain free now. Take up where she left off that will make her and God very glad to call you His. Love a former classmate Kerry

Susan Burch

January 16, 2016

I have the fondest memories of this lovely person. I remember Jean from our neighborhood garden club, St Lucas Church and being a great mother to my daughter's friend Leigh, when we lived on West Lakeland from 2000 to 2006. I lift Jean's family up in my prayers.

Molly Milligan

January 16, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with her family!

Darla Fiene Dahl

January 15, 2016

Jean was incredible friend. I will miss her dearly. She was my maid of honor back in 1988. We had so many good times. Thoughts and prayers to her entire family.

Shannon Wahlstrand

January 14, 2016

I can still picture my beautiful Auntie Jeanie practicing her cheers for cheeleading in our yard when she was in High School. She was just 10 years older than me, but back then she seemed like Barbie came to life to a 6 year old, so beautiful and those big, baby blue eyes. I wanted to be just like her when I got to High School:) She was even more beautiful on the inside to those who knew her and loved her. She loved the Lord, Marrying her sweetheart, Uncle Chris and being a Wife and Mother to her beautiful family gave her tremendous joy that got brighter with each additon to their family! She was the first to come and give me a huge hug at my Father's memorial service just 5 years ago, making me laugh and feel better at her memories of him. That I will always remember!! I have the best memories of my Mom and all her Sister's making us laugh and telling the stories of all their shenanigans w/their brothers growing up. You're right Brittanie, she's just getting the party started for all of us and we're awaiting our invitation....Love you forever Auntie Jean!!!!

Tammi Bachman

January 14, 2016

Jean was one of my very best friends in high school she was such a fun and caring person my prayers go out to her family

Love ya, Love ya Auntie Jean!

Jason Tacheny

January 14, 2016

Karen Vanderheyden Ackerman

January 14, 2016

Breaks my heart to hear this news! So many fond memories with Jean. Met Jean in 7th grade always smiling. She was the life of the party! Beautiful blue eyes and a heart of gold! God bless you!

Michelle Bryan

January 14, 2016

Michelle Bryan

January 14, 2016

Michelle Bryan

January 14, 2016

"Until I see you again"

Michelle Bryan

January 14, 2016

January 14, 2016

How sad to see this and yet I find great joy in seeing evidence that Jean was a follower of christ! Sweet Jean face to face with her savior! I'll be there soon sister. Hoping many more of the class of 1985 Will join us. Ephesians 2:8-9. I'll be praying for comfort for jeans family...may the peace of christ bring joy to your heart. God bless you all. Karen w. Class of 1985

January 14, 2016

Leah and Evelin:

I heard about your mom today from one of my driving students. It is with mixed emotions that I send you this message and wish you both and the rest of your family all the best with your lives and what is yet to come. While your mom suffered on this earth, realize now that she is at peace and has no more pain or suffering anymore. I feel blessed to know your family and I know that you both will do your part to bring a little mothering to your younger siblings. You both are wonderful young ladies and may you remember that your mom is with you every step of the way seven days a week. I TALK TO MY MOM OFTEN EVEN AFTER SHE DIED IN 2001 SO I KNOW WHAT IT IS LIKE TO BE WITHOUT A MOM. It does get easier but take the time to remember her and give each other a big hug from me.

Much Love,

Pamela Lagermeier from Safeway Driving School

P.S. I still tell that story about the pizza man driving through your yard every time I am around your house. That was a good one.

Anna Pedersen

January 14, 2016

I know Jean's daughter Leah through soccer/Stillwater school district. My condolences to Leah and the rest of Jean's family as well. I wish you all strength and courage.

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January 14, 2016

Nancy Hoffman

January 13, 2016

What a strong, courageous and beautiful person God called home! I prayed each day for her and will continue to pray for her family and friends that God will comfort you all with her loss.

Sandi Dunn

January 13, 2016

Jeanie was the sweetest, kindest girl. Although it has been a very long time, I still remember her fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with her whole family.

Char Klein

January 13, 2016

It's such a sad day for all who have been touched by Jean. I will miss you Jean. Love you Nitardy family.

Brittanie Gonzalez

January 13, 2016

An angel on earth is what she was and now she has her wings. Not only was my auntie Jeannie an amazing women but she was a heck of a fighter. From the time she was diagnosed to the time she took her last breath, she was fighting. Did she want to leave all of us? Of course not but she said that God chose her to go first so she can help get the party started up in Heaven for when we all meet again. She never wanted people to sit and dwell on her illness but would ask how so and so is and check in on people to make sure they were doing ok. She is my hero! Life on earth will never be the same without her but the memories will last a lifetime. Uncle Chris, Alex, Leah, Evie and Sam, things will be so different now but she would want you to continue on with life, spreading the word of Jesus and loving one another. We will be here for whatever you need. This isn't goodbye, it's i'll see you later. I love you auntie!

January 13, 2016

So sorry for your loss Tacheny and Nitardy family. I remember Jeannie as a little girl so cute and sweet. You are all in our prayers.

Hugs Cheryl and Larry Rassett

Eternal Love

Theresa Nicoletti

January 13, 2016

My baby sister and best friend went home to heaven to start the party. A piece of my heart has gone with her and we will join them together again when I see her. Jeannie is my hero and my inspiration, she fought the good fight, and ran a good race. Jesus has opened his arms and said "Well Done Good and Faithful Servant"

January 13, 2016

We will keep the family in our prayers.

Tracy (Weiler) Snook

January 13, 2016

Chris, I'm so incredibly sorry for the loss of your wife! I can't even imagine what you and your family must be going through. You are in my thoughts and prayers...Tracy

Lisa Nielsen

January 13, 2016

Jean was a very sweet and caring person. The best soccer mom ever! She will be sorely missed by many. My condolences to her family and many friends.

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

ROCKPOINT CHURCH

Hwy 36 & Keats Ave., MN

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Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

ROCKPOINT CHURCH

Hwy 36 & Keats Ave., MN

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Hazelwood Cemetery

Bayport, MN

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