Service Information
John H. Majeski Jr., husband of Rita, age 83, of Hutchinson formerly Winthrop passed away Sunday, December 13, 2020, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Private Family Funeral Service will be Friday, December 18, 2020, at Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop with interment in the Winthrop Cemetery.
Mlitary Honors by the Winthrop Honor Guard.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2021, from 2:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M. at Hahn's Dining in Winthrop.
Obituary
John Henry Louie Majeski Jr. was born on August 23, 1937, in Grafton Township. He was the son of John and Meta (Schuette) Majeski Sr. John was baptized as an infant on September 19, 1937, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Bismarck Township, by Reverend P. Miller, and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth. He received his education in Winthrop and was a graduate of the Winthrop High School Class of 1957. John was the first basketball player in the history of Winthrop to reach 1,000 points and he was the first inducted in the Winthrop Hall of Fame. John played baseball for the Western Minne League.
On October 12, 1957, John entered active military service and served in the United States Army. He achieved the rank of Private-2. John was Honorably Discharged on February 13, 1964.
On December 27, 1958, John was united in marriage to LeRita Larson at Bernadotte Lutheran Church, Bernadotte Township, Nicollet County, Minnesota. After their marriage, the couple resided in Winthrop. They were blessed with two daughters. John was employed by his brother and Miller Masonry doing cement work. John and LeRita shared almost 62 years of marriage.
John was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Winthrop and served on the church council. He was a member of the Winthrop American Legion Post #314.
John enjoyed fishing, hunting, any and all sports, and lawn mowing. He cherished the time he spent with the family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
When he needed assistance with his daily care John became a resident of the Winthrop Good Samaritan Society and then Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson. He passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2020, at Harmony River Living Center at the age of 83 years. Blessed be his memory.
John is survived by his:
Wife, LeRita Majeski of Hutchinson, MN;
Daughters, Sandra Pierson and her husband, Kelly of Winthrop, MN, and
Sheila Richter and her husband, Joseph of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Andrew (Sarah) Pierson, Jonathan Pierson, Tricia (Jim) Merkins, Zachary (Malary) Richter, and Taylor (Jordan) Burandt;
Great grandchildren, Brittney and Callie Merkin, Carter, Payton and Avery Richter, Molly, Sawyer and Charlotte Pierson;
Sister, Evon U’Ren and her husband, John of Waconia, MN;
Sister-in-law, Carolyn Majeski of New Hope, MN;
Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends.
John was preceded in death by his Parents, John and Meta Majeski Sr.; Brothers, Larry Majeski, Harold (Joe) Darlene Majeski, Willmer and Lois Majeski and LeRoy Majeski.
Chuck Thiel says
Rita, Sandy and family:
You have my sincere sympathy. He’s won his battle.
Chuck Thiel
Cate McGinnis says
He was a lovely man and I always enjoyed visiting with him; my condolences to Rita and the family.
Chad Miller and Family says
The things I remember about Mr. Majeski that I carry with me are his watch, whistle, hands and his subtle advice with direction in my younger days. May the Lord keep your mudboard full in Heaven. Thank you Johnny!!
My deepest condolences to the family. May you find peace during this difficult time.
Denise M Melius says
Rita and family,
I just heard of John’s passing. Sending my love and prayers to you all.
Denise Melius
Shawn Losure says
Rita and family,
My sympathies to you all as I just heard of John’s death. May memories fill your heart and bring you comfort.
Shawn Losure
GLENN DOBBERSTEIN says
I was very saddened to see Johns obit as he is someone I really admired and will never forget.
My condolences to you and your family and hope you can always remember and cherish the good times as I know I will.
Terri Burmis says
I was blessed to meet both John and Rita when I worked at the Good Samaritan Home in Winthrop a few years ago. I will always remember John’s smile and his sense of humor. My sympathies to the Majeski Family. Heaven has gained another angel.