Esther F. Scholler

Esther F. Scholler, 97, of Sioux City formerly of St. Paul, MN passed away Friday, September 16, 2022 at a local care center.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. Thursday, September 22, 2022 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Sioux City.  Those wishing to join virtually may do so by following this link:  https://holycrosssc.org/esther-scholler-funeral-mass.  Visitation will be one hour prior at the church.  Visitation will continue on Saturday, September 24, 2022 at Willwerscheid Funeral Home in St. Paul, MN from 9:00A.M.-10:00 A.M. with a vigil service at 10:00 A.M. at the funeral home.  Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery in St. Paul.  Arrangements are under the direction of Meyer Brothers Colonial Chapel.  Online condolences may be given at www.meyerbroschapels.com

Esther was born March 5, 1925 in McIntosh, South Dakota, the daughter of Joseph and Mary George.  She graduated from McIntosh High School.  Esther married George G. Scholler on October 1, 1955 in St. Paul, MN.  To this union two children, Jeffrey and Nancy, were born.  George preceded Esther in death on December 14, 2002 in St. Paul. 

While raising her children, Esther worked in the family printing business, AAbel Printing in St. Paul.  She enjoyed painting, cooking, and socializing with her friends and family whether on the phone or over a good card game.  Esther moved to Sioux City in 2008 to be closer to family.  She was a member of the Red Hats Society, an active member of the Ladies Guild at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in St. Paul, and a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Sioux City. 

Survivors include her son Jeffrey Scholler of Sioux City; daughter Nancy Scholler of Minneapolis, MN; former daughter-in-law Renee Scholler of Sioux City; two granddaughters Katie and Kandi Scholler of Sioux City; and numerous nieces, nephews, and close friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Mary, husband George, and her brothers and sisters.

In Lieu of Flowers, memorials may be sent to the Children’s Hospital of St. Paul, 345 Smith Ave N, St Paul, MN 55102.

Thank you for being a wonderful mother, grandmother, and friend.  You will be missed.