Joann E. Schwieger

JoAnn E. Schwieger, 86, of St. Paul, died peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Brookefield Park in St. Paul.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday at Jacobsen-Greenway-Dietz Funeral Home in St. Paul. Interment will be held at Elmwood Cemetery in St. Paul.  Pastor Nicole Schwartz-Eck will be officiating.  Visitation will be held 1 hour before services.  A lunch will follow the committal service at the United Methodist Church in St. Paul.   In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that memorials be made for later designation.

JoAnn was born on a farm northwest of St. Paul, Nebraska, on March 15, 1938, to Henry and Jennie (Meyer) Becker.  She grew up in St. Paul and graduated from St. Paul High School in 1957.  She was united in marriage to Jerry Verley on November 16, 1957, in St. Paul.  He passed away on September 16, 1971.  She married Bob Schwieger on June 8, 1973, in Grand Island.  Bob passed away on July 18, 1997.

JoAnn was a dedicated member of the American Legion Auxiliary – Post 119 in St. Paul. She contributed her time taking care of others through her work at the Nebraska Veterans Home in Grand Island from November 1978 to October 1997.  JoAnn was also employed by St. Paul Cleaners and Jacob’s Café.  Her commitment to her community was a reflection of her caring nature.

JoAnn's memory will be cherished by her son, John Verley of St. Paul; step-son, Lyle Schweiger of Loup City; nieces, Debra (Roy) Rassmussen, Linda (Barry) Pedersen; nephews, Mike (Linda) Becker, Larry (Beth) Smith, Jack (Janet) Stewart. These loved ones were a significant part of JoAnn's life and will continue to honor her legacy.

JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents; step-son, Kevin Schwieger; brothers, Raymond Becker, Lawrence Becker, and Elmer Becker; sisters, Irene Smith and Berniece Stewart.

The family deeply appreciates your support during this difficult time. Online condolences may be directed to the family at www.jacobsengreenway.com