Daniel Funeral Home & Cremation Service

Geraldine "Punky" Jenderseck

August 29, 1950 – July 20, 2020

Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Geraldine “Punky” Jenderseck, 69, of St. Cloud will be at be 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 27, 2020 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Masks are required.  Punky passed away peacefully, with family by her side on Monday, July 20, 2020 at the St. Cloud Hospital after a courageous five-year battle with ovarian cancer. Burial will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  on Sunday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and after 9:30 a.m. on Monday at the church.  The Waite Park American Legion Unit #428 will pray at 6:00 p.m. and a time of sharing will immediately follow Sunday at the funeral home.

Punky was born August 29, 1950 in St. Cloud to Raymond and Marian (Kutz) Roering.  She married Ronald Jenderseck on July 18, 1970 in Waite Park.  Punky worked as a daycare provider for many years and her love for children was always evident.  The children she had under her care adored her.  Her patient demeanor and ability to relate to children made parents confident their children were receiving wonderful care.  Later she worked at the Fairfield Inn.  Her hard-working attitude was always evident.  She was a member of the Waite Park American Legion Unit #428 and the Disabled Veterans Auxiliary.

Punky enjoyed spending time with family and friends, going on cruises with Ron and sharing her love of baking. Punky will be remembered as an empathetic wife, mother and grandmother who loved with all her heart. Her charisma, spirit, and spunkiness will always be remembered.

Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Ron; children, Nikki (Lee) Kantor, Rogers, Sara, Sauk Rapids; grandsons, Caleb, Austin, Mason, and Trace; sisters Jan (Allen) Wentland St. Cloud, Cheryl Healy, Battle Creek, MI, Sheila (Bill) Nierenhausen, Waite Park, Lynn (Charlie) Koerner, Rice; brothers, Ron (Tonette Kieke), St. Augusta, Keith, Waite Park; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother Kevin.

A heartfelt thank you to Coborns Cancer Center and the St. Cloud Hospital Oncology Unit.


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Ron and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. She was full of fun that’s for sure. Know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers as you face the difficult days ahead without her. She is at peace and with no pain. May God enjoy her company now. (hugs)

Punky worked with my sister and always treated her like family. It’s because of Punky that my sister could grow and blossom into a more confident version of herself and was safe and happy thanks to her watching out for my sister. I am just devastated to hear of her passing… Heaven may have gained a new angel, but the world is a little dimmer now having lost this light.

So sorry for your loss Punky was so sweet. You all are in my prayers Charlene

Punky was an amazing woman, I always felt comfortable around her she went out of her way to make people feel good. Tom talks so highly of Punky all the time. Now the two of them can chat in heaven My condolences to the family love and prayers.

Ron & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

she has gone to be with the angels

Ron, Nikki, Lee and Sara we are saddened to hear of your sorrow. I know you will have many wonderful memories of Punky as we do. Blessings to all.

Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

My sympathy to Ron and your family. We grew up together and our parents hung around together at the Legion. She gave such a amazing fight trying to get rid of that cancer. May she rest in peace.

Punky even though we went our seperate ways I will always remeber you as a special friend.

Ron and family you have our deepest sympathy. Sure will miss her spunk and smile.

My heartfelt condolences to Ron, daughters, and grandchildren. I am very sorry for your great loss and you are in my thoughts at this time.

Punky filled my life with laughter as well as some tears. She will always hold a very special spot in my heart. My condolences to Ron, Nikki, Sara, and her very special grandsons.

Services

Schedule Details

Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Geraldine “Punky” Jenderseck, 69, of St. Cloud will be at be 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 27, 2020 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Masks are required.  Punky passed away peacefully, with family by her side on Monday, July 20, 2020 at the St. Cloud Hospital after a courageous five-year battle with ovarian cancer. Burial will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  on Sunday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and after 9:30 a.m. on Monday at the church.  The Waite Park American Legion Unit #428 will pray at 6:00 p.m. and a time of sharing will immediately follow Sunday at the funeral home.