In loving memory of

Stephen "Steve" Januschka
September 22, 1923 - October 6, 2019

Stephen Steve Januschka, 96-year-old resident of Little Falls died Sunday, October 6 at St. Ottos Care Center in Little Falls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, October 12 at 11:00 A.M at the St. Francis Convent Chapel in Little Falls. A visitation will be held from 4-8 PM on Friday, October 11at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls and from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the St. Francis Convent Chapel in Little Falls. The burial will be held at Holy Family Belle Prairie Cemetery. The Knights of Columbus Office of the Dead Prayer will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Friday evening at the funeral home.

Stephen Steve Januschka was born on September 22, 1923 in Ripley Township, Morrison County, Minnesota. He attended Country school in Belle Prairie Township, Morrison County. Steve was united in marriage to Rose Schmidtbauer on June 20, 1950 at St. Johns Nepomuk Catholic Church in Lastrup, Minnesota. The couple made their home in Belle Prairie Township where they raised their eight children and lived all their married lives. Steve worked in the maintenance department at St. Gabriels Hospital for 15 years. He then went to work for the Franciscan Sisters in the maintenance department for the next 25 years. Steves children remember the trips to Market Street in Little Falls to sell pigs and a hot chocolate at the caf afterwards and bailing hay and trips to the Dairy Queen after the work was done. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and instilled a tremendous work ethic in his children and grandchildren. Steve loved his time on the family farm raising crops, tending to his pigs and driving his skid steer. He looked forward to a drive in the fall to look at the changing colors. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Holy Family Catholic Church Belle Prairie.

Left to cherish his memory are his children, Elizabeth Betty (Allen) Heinz of Little Falls, MN, Helen (Tom) Swanson of Brainerd, MN, Aggie (Mark) Graham of Fountain Hills, AZ, Catherine Cate (John) Thompson of Milaca, MN, Jerry (Jackie) Januschka of Little Falls, MN, Ben (Peggy) Januschka of North Mankato, MN, Louise (Joe) Heimler of Menomonie, WI, and Grace (Brian) Hawkins of Tucson, AZ; 16 grandchildren, Stephen Heinz, Julie Gruber, Angie Nelson, Sara Schmidt, Maria Ozanne, Beth Tippett, Andrea Johnson, Tessa Dahlstrom, Janelle Schrupp, Jolene Beisang, Josh Januschka, Laura Januschka-Blasing, Jonathan Heimler, James Heimler, Michael Hawkins and Nick Hawkins; 23 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Beatrice Schmidtbauer, Carol Schmidtbauer, Leiha Larson and siblings, Ann Yoerg, Francis Januschka and many nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife Rose; siblings, John Januschka, Ed Januschka and a sister, Sr. Jeremia Januschka.

In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to Franciscan Sisters of Little Falls.

The arrangements for Steve are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls.

Tributes

Mike Marcotte wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"My sympathy to the Januschka family! May he rest in peace! Mike Marcotte (old college friend of Louise from MSU)"

Mary Juber wrote on Oct 12, 2019:

"Louise and Family,I never knew your dad, but I know he raised some awesome children! I am very sorry for your loss.With Sympathy,Mary (Girtz) Juber"

Debbie Harakel wrote on Oct 9, 2019:

"Sincere sympathy to the whole Januschka Family. He certainly was a kind man. May God Bless you all."

Faye wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Our sympathy on the loss of your dad.Chuck and Faye Santala"

Melissa Gerads wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Januschka family~ So very sorry for the loss of your dad/grandpa. I remember running into him every time we would visit one of Jeff's aunts at the convent and he was always so gracious.Peace to all.Jeff & Melissa Gerads"

Aron and Tammy Dalen wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Steve was always such a kind person with a smile on his face. He will be missed by many"

Ann Marie Zimmermann wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"There is a special place in heaven for this man. He was a neighbor to my Dad at St. Ottos. I looked forward to talking to him and seeing that bright smile. He is a man of great faith, and so genuine. He had a lot of talks with my Dad about the good ol' days. Steve would say over and over how "blessed" he is. He was very proud of his family and enjoyed their calls and visits. Please know your family will be in my prayers, as Steve made a hugeimpact on my life. Steve, its me that is so "blessed" to have gotten to know you!"

Joan Howes Dann wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Jerry and Januschka Family-----So sorry to hear of the loss of your Father and Grandfather. I grew up with Jerry and always remember his stories of his life on the family farm. I remember one morning when he arrived late to school and was exhausted as you had all been up for hours. The electricity had gone out and all of the cows had to be milked by hand. What a big wonderful family you had! And what a long wonderful life he lived.Am thinking of you all.Joan Howes Dann"

Karen Haaland wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Steve was a kind man loved by all. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers in the days to come. He is now at peace."

Claudette Moran wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Prayers and condolences."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"A Sincerest Thoughts was sent on October 8, 2019Our condolences to the Januschka family for your loss. Steve was a special guy that touched so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Allen and Sandy Graham families."

Stan and Dee Wielinski wrote on Oct 8, 2019:

"Steve was a real sweetheart! Always so soft spoken, with a soft voice. He is with his sweet Rose now. R I P Steve. And remember "WE LOVE YOU!!""

Susan Ogaard wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Steve was always such a pleasant man. I enjoyed visiting with him daily. May he rest in peace."

Ben and Donna Kuklock wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Sending our prayers to you!"

Connie Fenske wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"An angel on earth has gone to heaven! Rest in peace Steve. Our thoughts and prayers to you all. Peace in your hearts, for he at rest with the Lord.Dan & Connie Fenske"

Jeanne Pinckney Sawtell wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Jerry, Jackie & Family-It is never easy to say goodbye. Wishing you sweet memories of your dear father and grandfather."

Carol Schmidtbauer Sletner wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Our condolences to the family. I loved Uncle Steve. Such a sweet, kind and gentle man. He will be greatly missed by many."

Sandy Wright-Olson wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Jerry and Jackie, so sorry to hear of your loss."

Judith Raftevold wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Blessings to you, Betty, Jerry and families and the rest of your family. Your Dad was just the best! I was so happy that I got to know him and your Mom while I worked with them. May he rest in the peace of Christ and dance with the Angels in the presence of our Lord!!"

Wendy Waltman wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Our Sympathy Al and Betty!"

Pat Lutzwick wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Jerry and Jackie, we send our deepest sympathy for your loss.Dave and Patty Lutzwick"

Judi Kosbau wrote on Oct 7, 2019:

"Rest In Peace humble servant."