Jean Arlene Lutzen beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on June 23^rd at the age of 89 after a fall.

Jean was the loving wife of Leo Lutzen; sister of Rita Trask (John deceased); mother of Mark Kern (Donna), Vicki Kern, Norma Kern (deceased), Cherie Kern (Richard), Tammie Kern (deceased), Peggy Slind (John deceased), Silas Kern (Brenda), and Tim Kern (Karen); grandmother of Jessica Slind (Bill), Katie Kern, Jeremy Slind, Tracy Kern, Brandon Kern, and Alyssa Kern; great grandmother of Luke, Logan, Levi, Ivy, Andrew, Levi, Carter, and Austin; dear friend of Dick and Joanne Kadinger.

Jean was born on the 5^th of July, which was appropriate given her love of summer, twist cones, and fireworks. She took pleasure in walks, reading books, cooking, baking, crocheting, playing cards, political discussions, listening to the music of Daniel O’Donnell, and especially tending to her many flower gardens. She was regularly sought out for her good advice and could always be counted on for needed comfort. Jean loved her family and friends deeply. She was small in stature, but she was the pillar of this large family. Much like her beloved holiday of the 4^th – she was bright and surprising and she knew how to make everyone feel so special.

Memorial services will be 11:00 AM Monday July 5, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Menomonie with Rev. John Mano officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM Monday July 5, 2021 until the time of the services.

Condolences to the family may be made online at www.rhielfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Menomonie is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Mary Crosby Peterson July 1, 2021, at 9:42am

   I, too went to school with her children and grew up in the area. I always enjoyed driving the back roads and seeing the neighborhood. I am so sorry for all the losses your family has had. May Gods hand hold you all close.

2. Debbie (Clark) McHenry June 30, 2021, at 4:22pm

   So sorry for your family's loss. I went to school with her children. In recent years, she & Leo were faithful to come vote on election day where I would see her. Always looked forward to visiting with her. She was a sweet person. Know how hard it is to lose your mom ... Prayers for the family.

3. Bob Ludovico June 30, 2021, at 10:43am

   My deepest sympathy to Leo and the rest of the Kern family. May you find peace and strength at this difficult time.

4. LYNELLE LAGERSTROM June 29, 2021, at 9:02pm

   My deepest sympathy to Jeanne's family. Worked with Jean for many years and she was always so kind and caring of others. She loved her family,life and her faith!!

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