John Tierney

John Tierney, age 61, of Springfield, MN died on Sunday, April 21st, 2013 at his home. John James Tierney, the son of Joseph and Audrey (Archard) Tierney was born March 20th, 1952. John grew up in Madelia where he graduated from Madelia High School in 1970. John was united in marriage to Doris Anderson on Feb 13th, 1971 and later divorced. He married Deb Diekmann Nov 8th, 1988 and later divorced. John remained in the Madelia-St. James area until a few years ago when he made his home in Springfield, MN. He worked as a Truck driver, Toro and Jackpot. He enjoyed watching drag racing, working on cars and motorcycles and camping. John is survived by his three children: Les (Fiance, Candie Martinka) of New Ulm, Sheila (Keith) Kilmer of Madelia, Christy (special friend, Jason Bolte) of Sherburn. Grandchildren: Jennifer, Natasha, Justin, Devyn, Taylor, Collin, Noah, Jaystin and Tessa. Great-Grandson: Xavior. two brothers Mike and Pete Tierney both of Madelia, three sisters, Lynn (Charlie) Wagner of St James, Peggy Larson of New Ulm and Bev (special friend, Jim Randby) Tierney of St. James. He was proceeded in death by his parents, son Terrance and niece Lauren Tierney Kleinschmidt. Visitation 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Monday, April 29, 2013 Sturm Funeral Home, Pilgrim Chapel 303 E. Main St. Madelia, Minnesota, United States 56062 Service Information 6:30 pm Monday, April 29, 2013 Sturm Funeral Home, Pilgrim Chapel 303 E. Main St. Madelia, Minnesota, United States 56062 Interment Information Calvary Cemetery, Madelia East, Co. Hwy 3 Madelia, Minnesota, United States 56062