March 15, 1929 – April 3, 2019

Bernadine M. Neumann, 90, of St. Michael, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2019, with family by her side. Bernie was born to Roy and Helen (Schrauth) Fries on March 15, 1929 in Minneapolis.

Survived by children: Dominic (Deb) Dahlheimer of Plymouth, Lucy (Harlan) Holmes of Omaha, Colleen (Steve) Tompkins of Chaska, Byron (Judy) of Center City, Paula (Scott) Liptak of Andover, Jennine (Paul) Klosterman of Cold Spring; 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.  Siblings:  Ralph (Vonnie) Fries, Sue Jadwin, sister-in-laws:  Delores Fries, Sister Corrine Dahlheimer SSND and Alverna Dahlheimer.  Step-children:  Pat (Richard) Giebenhain, Kathy (Daryl) Kohlhaas, Tom (Judy) Neumann, Sue (Adrian) Aurzada, Jim (Sue) Neumann, LuAnn Neumann and Jean (Joe) Beattie, 20 step grandchildren and 37 step great grandchildren, and many other relatives and close friends.  Preceded in death by her parents, Lauren Dahlheimer (first husband), Anne Foley (daughter), Raymond Neumann (second husband) and Floyd Fries (brother).

Bernie enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed fishing and playing cards, especially 500.  The importance of family has been instilled, through multiple generations, and will be forever cherished.  The family would like to thank The Legacy in St. Michael, along with the caring staff at Buffalo Hospital, for their care and sincere kindness to Bernie.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2019, at 11am at St. Michael Catholic Church. Visitation will be held from 9:30-11am AT THE CHURCH.  Private family burial will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Minneapolis.