Minnie Evelyn Liefeld's Obituary
Minnie Evelyn Liefeld passed away January 28, 2014 with her family by her side. Minnie was born to Lewis and Anna (Petersen) Johnson on June 10, 1914 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
She married Benjamin Liefeld September 1, 1934 in Portland, Oregon. A couple of years later they moved to Emmett, Idaho where they owned and operated a bakery. While in Emmett they started a family. After working at various jobs and owning another jewelry store Minnie and Bennie moved to St. Helens in 1964 and purchased Sheldon Jewelry. In 1973 they changed the name of their business to Liefeld’s Jewelry. Minnie remained the co-owner, sales person and bookkeeper at the business until she and Bennie retired in 1978.
Minnie is survived by her daughter Loretta (Tom) Dickerson and her son Roger (Linda) Liefeld. She has four grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.
Minnie was a member of Sunset Park Community Church.
Private family crypt entombment was held at Columbia Memorial Gardens.
Condolences may be made to the family at www.columbiafh.com
Columbia Funeral Home, Directors
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