Joanie always had a smile and a kind word. I love that she took up painting and have one of my paintings in my living room. She was one of a kind and will miss her
Joan M. Valerius
March 24, 1942 – September 4, 2025
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Joan M. Valerius, age 83, of Sartell and St. Joseph. Joan passed away September 4, 2025 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Reverend Ronald Weyrens will officiate. Entombment will take place in the St. Francis Xavier Parish Columbarium. Visitation will take place one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.
Joan was born March 24, 1942 in St. Cloud to Simon Sr. and Catherine (Pursley) Stang. After graduating from St. Cloud Tech High School, she married Cyril “Cy” Valerius on July 10, 1962 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud. She was an active member of St. Francis Xavier Parish.
Joan enjoyed playing cards, going for walks, gardening, and visiting thrift stores. She most loved her time spent with family and friends. She will be remembered for her strong faith, and being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Joan is survived by her sons Tom (Tina) of St. Joseph and Mike (Nancy) of St. Joseph, son-in-law Jeff Botz of St. Joseph, grandchildren Josh (Kelly) Valerius, Jaden Valerius, Ellie Botz, Carter Botz, and Alaina Botz. She is also survived by her siblings Renee (Myron) Schill, Delphine (Dave) Hilsgen, Jimmy (Cindy) Stang and Jackie (Delores) Stang, sisters-in-law Rosie Stang and Elaine Stang, as well as many nieces and nephews.
Preceding Joan in death were her parents, husband Cy, son Paul Valerius, daughter Mary Botz and siblings Bobby Stang, Marty (Jeanne) Stang, Rita (Jim) Ulrich, and Simon Stang Jr. and infant sister Catherine and infant brother Charles Stang.
Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers to the Poor Clares Monastery.
Guestbook
I will miss Joan’s smile as I would often see when running my errands in Target and at family functions of Tom and Tina’s. She would always make me laugh about something and make my day that much brighter as she was such a positive person. She will be missed greatly!
Joan was one of my regular favorite guests at Target she always had a smile for everyone and she will be missed
We got to know Joan and Cy at St. Francis. No matter what they may have been dealing with they always showed caring and concern for others. She was a sweet and kind woman.
God bless.
Joan was always, always happy! She brought joy to everyone.
Grandma always had the best nursery rhymes and she wasn’t afraid to share them. Playing cards with her was my favorite pastime with her – although she seemed to win most of the time. She was my best friend. The one who would listen to me and send me cards randomly. I’ll miss her more than I can express. She was just a beautiful soul.
Services
Schedule Details
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Joan M. Valerius, age 83, of Sartell and St. Joseph. Reverend Ronald Weyrens will officiate. Entombment will take place in the St. Francis Xavier Parish Columbarium. Visitation will take place one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday.