Age: 92
February 25, 1928 – June 27, 2020
After a long life of 92 years and one “that may not have been impressive but has been gratefully enjoyed by me”, Jerry Woit, St Cloud passed away Saturday June 27th at peace with his faith and family. Jerry was born in Milwaukee, WI to Elmer and Gertrude Woit. He graduated from Marquette University, enlisted in the US Army and served on an enlisted and commissioned basis stateside and in Korea.
Jerry was blessed in marriage to Diane Minten with whom he enjoyed 59 years of family, travel, friends and fun, until Diane’s death in 2011. Together they raised a family of four children – Steven (Diana) Woit of Burnsville, Ellen Woit of Coon Rapids, Mary Rogness of Big Lake, and Peter Woit of Belle River. Jerry is also survived by 7 grandchildren – Ben Woit (Eliana), Claire Woit (Mike Frahm), Andy Woit (Bailey Carges), Erik Rogness (Beth), Lucas Rogness, Kiersten Rogness, and Kelsey Rogness, and 3 great grandchildren.
Jerry moved to St Cloud with his family in 1969 with a transfer to Franklin Manufacturing (Electrolux) where he eventually achieved the position of Vice President of Finance, retiring in 1991. He served on various boards including the St Cloud State University Foundation, Central MN Boy Scouts Council, and the St Cloud Country Club. He also volunteered at the St Cloud VA Medical Center for several years.
A special thank you to the staff of St. Benedict’s Senior Community in St. Cloud for providing Dad a safe and welcoming home as well as to the staff of the St Cloud VA Medical Center.
The Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Jerry will be Thursday, July 2nd , 6:00 PM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud. There will be a one hour visitation prior to the Mass. Those planning to attend are advised that masks are preferred but optional, and social distancing guidelines will be respected. Arrangements are being made by the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home in St. Cloud.
Schedule and Information
The Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Jerry will be Thursday, July 2nd , 6:00 PM at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud. There will be a one hour visitation prior to the Mass. Those planning to attend are advised that masks are preferred but optional, and social distancing guidelines will be respected. Arrangements are being made by the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home in St. Cloud.
Memorials
A special thank you to the staff of St. Benedict’s Senior Community in St. Cloud for providing Dad a safe and welcoming home as well as to the staff of the St Cloud VA Medical Center.
Visitation Details
There will be a one hour visitation prior to the Mass at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud.
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Thank you Ellen for this information. Although I was never able to meet your dad, I felt like I knew him through our many conversations. What a great picture of him and I love his statement about how much he enjoyed his life. Peace and blessings to you and your family. Love Linda
Ellen and the entire Woit family, our thoughts are with you at this time. We are glad to know that you are all together and know that you will find comfort and support with each other. What a wonderful testimony to both Jerry and Diane that you are there for one another! Cherish the memories!
Love Rhonda & Al
My sympathy to you and your family Pete
My condolences to the Woits and their families. I was privileged to have worked for Jerry from 1979 to 1986 at Franklin Manufacturing (Electrolux). Jerry was very smart, wise, creative, great sense of humor, and just an overall great guy. He was one of the most respected men I’ve met in my lifetime and I learned many things from him. Jerry will be very missed.