Justine Gahnz Obituary
Justine Nicole Gahnz, age 37, of Minnesota City, MN, died Friday, June 28, 2024, at her home.
She was born May 7, 1987, in La Crosse, WI, the daughter of James Gahnz and Jean (Kluzik) Wait. Justine had a big heart, and cared for her friends and family, and would help anyone she could. She especially loved her kids, Jalynn, Mayson, and Karson. She enjoyed the outdoors, and loved going to the park, picnics, and camping with her kids.
She is survived by her children: Jalynn “Luka” Gahnz of Minnesota City, Mayson Kluver of Waseca, MN; brother, Josh Gahnz of Winona, MN; nieces and nephews: Aubrie Gahnz, and Cooper Gahnz; parents: Jean (Doug) Wait, and James (Char) Gahnz of Mazeppa, MN; step-sisters: Tammy Wait of Minnesota City, and Summer Vanmeter of Taylor, WI; many cousins, aunts, uncles, and other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her son, Karson; grandparents: Bob and Vera Gahnz, and Richard Kluzik and Audrey Kluzik.
Hoff Celebration of Life Center is assisting the family.
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