Irene Marie Powers
Posted By Ballard Sunder Funeral Home On October 10, 2016 @ 9:40 am In 2016,Obituaries | 15 Comments
Irene Marie Powers, of Shakopee, passed away the morning of Sunday, October 9, 2016 at the age of 93. Her family was by her side. A visitation will be held on Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM with Rosary at 6:30 PM at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 South Marschall Road; Shakopee, MN. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, October 14, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the Parish of Saints Joachim and Anne – St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 535 Lewis Street; Shakopee, MN with visitation from 9:45 – 10:45 AM at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation. Father Erik Lundgren will preside, and Irene will be laid to rest at Shakopee Catholic Cemetery.
Irene was born on the family farm in Chanhassen, Minnesota. The daughter of August and Anna (Stelten) Sinnen, she was the second of five children. Irene loved growing up on the family farm with her siblings, Claude, Roman, Colette and Albert. Irene attended St. Hubert’s School in Chanhassen and went to the Chaska Public High School graduating in 1941.
After graduating from high school, Irene worked as a dental assistant for three years. As a young woman, Irene met the love of her life, Joseph Powers. Irene and Joseph quickly fell in love and exchanged wedding vows on January 20, 1945. They were blessed with two wonderful sons, Joe and Greg. Irene and Joseph settled in rural Shakopee to raise their boys.
Throughout her life, Irene was always a hard worker. She spent 20 years working as a correctional counselor at the Shakopee Women’s Prison. She was also a wonderful wife, mother and homemaker. Irene was always very active in her community, and she had a passion for volunteer work. When her boys were young, Irene was a Cub Scout Leader for eight years. She also led 4-H for five years.
Irene was a member of many clubs and organizations, including: Scott County Homemakers, Scott County Historical Society, Shakopee History Society, Shakopee Senior Citizens, American Legion Auxiliary, West Area Quilters, Shakopee Quilters, Jackson Sewing Club. Irene also volunteered much of her time to the local library and hospital. She was very proud to be a volunteer at St. Francis Hospital since 1953 as well as a founding member of the St. Francis Auxiliary.
Although Irene had many hobbies and interests, her biggest passions in life were her family and faith. She was a long-time member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Rosary Society. Irene helped plan funeral luncheons as a member of the church’s funeral committee. She was also very active in St. Mark’s prayer chain. Irene served as president of St. Cecelia #543 Catholic Society of Foresters and was a former president of the West Deanery. Irene was a dedicated member of her church, and she always has a strong faith that was an inspiration to many.
Irene will be deeply missed and remembered always by her loving sons, Joe (Joyce) Powers and Greg Powers; granddaughter, Kelly Jo (Brian) Krueger; brother, Albert Sinnen; sister-in-law, Janice Sinnen; many nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and dear friends. Irene is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Powers; parents, August and Anna Sinnen; siblings, Claude (Mary Lou) Sinnen, Roman Sinnen, Colette (Richard) Hidding.
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Dear Greg and Joey. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and wishing you strength as you navigate the difficult days ahead. We loved our Auntie Irene and cherish the wonderful memories we have of her. She lived and exemplary life and was loved by so many….I hope you will find comfort in that. We send our love and hugs from Georgia.
Greg and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. She was a sweet and kind lady and will always have a special place in my heart. I really enjoyed getting to know her. She will be missed by many. My condolences to you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg and family,
So very sorry to hear about your mother’s passing. Know how difficult this is for you, but feel good about how you stood at her side for so many years. Know I am thinking of you. RIP Irene.
we send our prayers and sympathy to Irene powers family. she was a wonderful person.
Dear Joey, Greg & family,
I am saddened to learn of your mother’s passing. I feel lucky to have known both your mom and dad. May God rest their souls.
Please accept my sympathy on the loss of Irene. I enjoyed working with Irene through the Catholic Society of Foresters. May Irene rest in peace.
I am so sorry for your loss. We were extremely lucky to count Irene as a long-term volunteer and member of the Scott County Historical Society. I will always remember her wonderful greeting hugs.
Your family is in our thoughts.
Dear Greg & Joe, I was very surprised and sad to hear about your mom… I’ve always considered her part of the family. I’m going to miss her Christmas letter. I think I still have most of them. You are in my thoughts & prayers… (Jan’s sister, Patty)
Joey, Greg and family, I am so sorry. This kind of news is never easy to deal with. Your mother was one of the best people I have ever had the privilege of knowing and loving. Be secure in your memories, I know I have many, she made my childhood bearable and I hold those memories in my heart of Joe, Irene and both Joey and Greg. She will be forever missed, she is at peace know with our Lord.
Greg and family:
So sorry to hear about Irene’s passing. She was a wonderful woman with so many passions. She will be long remembered for her kindness and concern for others. Time to make a very sad entry in the family tree!
Dear Joe and Greg,
Thank you for sharing your mom with the rest of us. We are very sorry for you loss. Your mom lives on, on my bookshelf in the work she did for us all.
Greg and family! So sorry for the passing of your mom. Am happy that you all had many years with her. Best Wishes! john lindmeyer
Greg,So sorry about hearing of Irene’s passing.She was such a kind and caring person.She will be greatly missed by us all. Prayers and sympathize coming your way.
Our sincere condolences to Greg and family of my long time friend Irene.
I met Irene through our mutual passion; family history and we have exchanged a lot of information during the years.
I was fortunate to visit her in Shakopee in 2010 and have fond memory of this visit.
She will be dearly missed.
Greetings from the home country of the Stelten family.
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Greg, I was so sorry to see Irene is gone. Take comfort in knowing her suffering is over. She was so lucky to have you these last years. Let me know if there is anything I can do.