John Henry Schacherer

John H. Schacherer Age 77 passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on December 7, 2022. John was raised on a family farm in Dawson, MN along with his 13 brothers and sisters. It was there he learned the importance of hard work as well as the importance of laughter and family. He graduated from Dawson High School in 1964. John served in the Army during the Vietnam era. Following his discharge from the Army, he met Bonnie (Croatt) and they were married in 1970. John and Bonnie raised their children in Burnsville, MN, where they made many good friends. After becoming empty nesters they moved to Lakeville and lived there until they "retired" to Sugar Lake in Annandale, MN in the summer and winters in Naples, FL. John was a co-owner of Foley Stucco and later Foley Exteriors where he continued to work 4 days a week (John's idea of retirement) alongside Patrick, his business partner/son/best friend until the time of his passing. He took great pride in the houses and businesses they worked on in the Twin Cities metro area and beyond. John always looked forward to the snow melting and returning to Minnesota each Spring to get back to work. John loved being outside. He loved doing stucco work, yard work, power washing, taking care of the lake shore, and house projects. He also loved fun things like gardening, pontooning, playing Bocce in Florida, going for walks and golf cart rides. He looked forward to attending all the grandkids' school and sporting events he could--he was their biggest fan. John's favorite days were hot and humid Minnesota summer days, which is why south Florida also suited him well. John and Bonnie enjoyed eating out and had many favorite spots in Minnesota and Florida where they were "regulars". He was quick to laugh and loved spending time with his family, friends, and grandchildren. John was diagnosed with MDS (a rare blood cancer) this past August and fought hard through many difficult stages of the disease. He was supported during his journey with amazing care from all the staff at Regions hospital. Preceded in death by parents Wayne and Gertrude, brother Don, and sisters Alice Abraham and Lois Franson. Survived by wife of 52 years Bonnie, children Robyn (Lee Steichen) and Patrick (Nancy) and grandchildren Charlie, Peter, and Elsie. He is also survived by brothers Wayne (Cathy), Allan (Donna), Harold (Barb), Jeff (Georgia) and sisters Virginia Schoen, Glenice Myers, Eileen Rosik, Muriel Bach, Carol Andrews, and Mary Smith. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Lambert Abraham and many nieces and nephews. Celebration of life will be on Friday, January 20, 2023, from 2-5 p.m. at Washburn-McReavy in Edina, MN. Washburn-McReavy.com Eden Prairie 952-975-0400

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John Henry Schacherer

January 20, 1945 - December 7, 2022

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John Henry Schacherer

January 20, 1945 - December 7, 2022

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