Brenda Jean Grant

Brenda J. Grant, 67, of Minneapolis passed away peacefully on January 8, 2017 at her home. Brenda was born August 24, 1949 in Olmsted County to Donald and Juanita (Bubolz) Schroeder. She was a 1967 graduate of Byron High School. Brenda worked for the U.S. Post office for over 35 years. She loved animals and especially her beloved cats. Brenda enjoyed traveling, taking cruises and going on road trips. She had a wonderful sense of humor, was very outspoken and loved getting to know people. She is survived by her brother, Donald (Diane) Schroeder of Rochester; sister, Jane Robertson of Rochester; nieces, Lori (Kevin) Tischer, Nicole (Brian) Goodwill, Tiffany Robertson; nephews, Kendal Zwiefel, Benjamin (Sara) Schroeder and great nieces and great nephews. Brenda was preceded in death by her sister, Kathy Ross and by her parents, Donald and Juanita. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester. Inurnment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to any local humane society in memory of Brenda. To share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com