Jerene M. Maloney age 71 of New Hope, MN formerly of Apple Valley, MN Died Saturday July 11, 2015 at the North Ridge Health & Rehab in New Hope, MN.

Jerene was born September 18, 1943 in Menomonie.  She was the daughter of John H. and Lorraine L. (Hintz) Wedam and grew up in the Menomonie area.  Jerene graduated from Menomonie High School in 1961.  Jerene moved to the twin cities and began working for Montgomery Wards.  She met and married Michael Maloney in September of 1967 and had two children and then later divorced.  Jerene later worked for Grossman Chevrolet until she retired.  After retirement, Jerene moved to Elk Mound until moving to Menomonie due to health reasons, also living in Becker, Eagan and lastly New Hope, MN.

Jerene enjoyed spending time with her friends and family, watching the children’s games.  She enjoyed shopping, traveling to New York, Mexico, and going on family vacations.

Jerene is survived by her two children, Darryn (Nicole) Maloney of Apple Valley, MN; Shawn (Lyndon) Carlson of Becker, MN, five grandchildren, Cody, Hailey, Lyndon, Mia, and Sarah; one sister Lois (Glenn) Quilling and a brother Jerry (Julie) Wedam both of Elk Mound and other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday July 17, 2015 at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Menomonie.  Burial will be in St. Joseph cemetery in Menomonie.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services at the funeral home on Friday.

Condolences

1. Rose Acheson July 16, 2015, at 4:34am

   Dear Lois, Dianne, et al ... I am so sorry to hear of Jerene's passing. I know you will miss her greatly. My fondest memory of her is remembering Jerene and Dianne dancing together in the gym at lunchtime. May the love of God and others comfort you at this time. Love, Rose

2. Cheryl Stokke July 15, 2015, at 6:18pm

   I was Jerene's nurse on 2 west for a long time on days. Loved visiting with her while doing her leg treatments. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren. I am so sad to hear of her passing. But know she is at peace. Such a great lady. Cheryl LPN

3. Ginny Gesche Wolske July 15, 2015, at 10:01am

   My condolences to Jerenes family.
   Jerene always had that beautiful smile. Such nice person.
   Ginny

4. Juanita Wedam July 15, 2015, at 9:38am

   So sorry for your loss. Jerene was such a sweet lady. I did not spend much time with her but the time that I did she was a remarkable woman. She will be missed but she is in a better place without any pain. RIP.

5. Raychael Johnson July 14, 2015, at 2:06pm

   We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

6. Kristine Slagle July 14, 2015, at 2:03pm

   My dear friend and "Peach" sister... I miss you, I love you and have such fond memories of our Peach shenanigans. Until we meet again, KEEP THAT PINKY UP!! you will be the angel I look for always. - love you always, "Sarah"

7. Holly Wedam July 14, 2015, at 9:38am

   My deepest sympathy to my cousins at this difficult time. Jerene was such a wonderful person and I have many memories of our families growing up together. Prayers to you all.

8. Jason Graff July 14, 2015, at 7:30am

   Aunt Jerene was a wonderful, loving person who always so kind to everyone who knew her. Her charismatic personality which seemed to brighten people's day was her gift that I will always remember. My condolences to go out to all of our family.

9. Jonathon Graff July 14, 2015, at 1:38am

   Sorry to see her pass. I didn't know her that well, but I do remember her being a kind, loving person when I was a child.

10. Carrie Anderson July 13, 2015, at 10:02pm

    Jerene will be deeply missed. Such a beautiful and wonderful woman! My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Me and my son Cayden enjoyed her company on shopping trips to target and lunch at benihanas. He loved pushing her and helping her shop. Even when we weren't meeting Jerene at target we were goin shopping just the 2 of us he would ask where's Jerene are we meeting Jerene I'd say it's just us shopping he would be sad.

11. Kay Jarvis-Sladky July 13, 2015, at 2:49pm

    To Jerene's family,
    I am so sorry to hear of Jerene's passing. We were in catechism class at St. Joseph's in Menomonie when we were in grade school. Then we graduated from Menomonie High is the same class. It would be hard for me to remember a nicer, sweeter person than Jerene. I am sure she is with the angels.
    Sending my best to all of you. May your memories, faith, family and friends provide comfort at this time.

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