Julia Ganske

Julia Margaret was born on February 25, 1908 in Fairfax, MN the daughter of John Theresia (Goblirsch) Schneider. She grew up and attended St. Andrew's School in Fairfax. Julia married Leonard J. Ganske on September 14, 1929 in Carrington, ND. The couple made their home near Sleepy Eye in Home Township where they lived and farmed for many years. Julia was a devoted member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a 50 year member of the Catholic Aid Association. She enjoyed collecting Angels, sewing, crocheting, cooking, baking, growing flowers and praying the rosary daily. She especially enjoyed her family and grandchildren. Survivors include her children, Floyd Emmy Ganske of Mendota Heights, MN, Cleo Brad Schmidt of St. James, and Kenneth Jean Ganske of Shakopee, MN, 7 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Julia was preceded in death by her parents, husband John in 1990, 4 sisters and 3 brothers.