Pearl R. Riesgraf
November 3, 1921 ~ April 26, 2012
Caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, talented seamstress and quilter passed away on April 26, 2012 at the age of 90. Preceded by parents John and Hilda Steinberger and sister, Irene Kelm. Survived by husband of 65 years, Robert; children Mary (Harlan) Johnson, JoAnn (Thompson) Pooton, John Riesgraf, Kris (Tom) Delano, and Alane (Steve) Howerton; 11 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren. Resided in Forest Lake, Eden Prairie, St. Paul and Chaska. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Friday, May 11th at Church of St. Peter, 1250 So Shore Dr., Forest Lake, with visitation from 9-10 AM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 SW Centennial Dr., Forest Lake. Reception following. Family interment at later date Old St. Nicholas Cemetery, Carver, MN. Memorials preferred to Salvation Army.
I had the priviledge of meeting Pearl and her family while she was living at the Meadows. She was a lovely person and had a great sense of humor. Her quilting was beautiful and it was obvious she was a perfectionist. She very clearly loved her family. Cherish the memories.
Bob-We’re so very sorry-please know we care. Many good memories at Ed and Lorraine’s parties. Have wondered about you-would love to hear from you.
Bless you., dear friend. Our phone #651-340-8680
Pearl was a gracious and lovely woman that had such a comfortable, welcoming and friendly way about her. Our hearts go out Mary and the entire Riesgraf family at the loss of their beloved matriarch. Our faith is strong that her great qualities are still being put to God’s use!
Pearl was always such a supportive, kind-hearted person. I especially appreciated her and Robert when my mother had a stroke and was struggling to recuperate.
Pearl always stood out as such an awesome aunt at our Riesgraf gatherings. I have wonderful memories of her!
This was Pearl picking Strawberries which she loved to put away , and then bring them out on a cold January day, and spead them w/ some sugar. Loved it All, the pickin, the eatin’ just being w/ Pearl & Robert 🙂