The community of Hastings and Miesville, Minnesota, is deeply mourning the loss of a beloved wife, mother, and community leader, Jenny Wiederholt-Pine, who tragically passed away on February 8, 2025, at the age of 44. Jenny’s unexpected death has left her family, friends, and colleagues heartbroken, as they come to terms with the sudden loss of a woman who was both a cherished member of her family and a dedicated professional within her community. She passed away peacefully at the Regina Medical Center on that Saturday morning, and while her passing was unexpected, the impact of her life and her contributions will continue to resonate in the hearts of all who knew her.
Jenny Wiederholt-Pine was an integral part of the Miesville and Hastings community, known not only for her role as a loving mother and wife but also for her work as a benefits advisor at Kraus-Anderson and her service as a District 200 School Board Director. Her professional endeavors, combined with her unwavering commitment to her family and community, made her a respected figure whose presence will be sorely missed.
In addition to her professional career, Jenny and her family were the proud owners of Wiederholt’s Supper Club in Miesville, a local staple that brought people together for food, fellowship, and celebrations. The Supper Club, with its warm atmosphere and homey feel, became a gathering place for many in the community, and Jenny’s involvement in the business reflected her dedication to fostering a strong sense of community spirit. The family-oriented business was a reflection of Jenny’s values, and her role in its success will always be remembered by those who frequented it.
As a District 200 School Board Director, Jenny was a passionate advocate for the education and well-being of students in the community. Her commitment to public service and education reflected her deep care for the future of the children she worked for and her desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those around her. Through her work on the school board, Jenny helped shape decisions that impacted local students, teachers, and families, always striving to create an environment where education could thrive.
Jenny’s sudden passing has left a void in the hearts of her three children, her husband, and her extended family. As they cope with the loss of a woman who gave so much of herself to her family, friends, and community, they also have the support of many who have been touched by Jenny’s kindness, dedication, and generosity. Her life was one of service, hard work, and love, and her legacy will live on in the countless lives she touched throughout her years.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in her honor at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Miesville, with Father Michael Tix officiating. The Mass will provide an opportunity for family, friends, and community members to gather, pray, and reflect on the life of Jenny Wiederholt-Pine. A private family interment will take place at the parish cemetery following the service.
The family will hold a visitation from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, February 17, 2025, at the Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings, where people can come to share their condolences, memories, and stories of Jenny’s life. In accordance with the family’s wishes, there will be no public visitation on Tuesday morning before the Mass, as they prepare to lay their loved one to rest.
As the news of Jenny’s passing spread throughout the community, many have shared their memories of her—memories of her warmth, her smile, and her willingness to go above and beyond for her family, friends, and neighbors. In times of tragedy, it is often the small moments and the shared experiences that stand out the most, and it is clear that Jenny left a lasting mark on all who knew her.
Jenny’s family and friends will forever carry the lessons she taught them about love, service, and dedication. Whether it was through her involvement in local education, her role as a business owner, or her commitment to her children and husband, Jenny Wiederholt-Pine will be remembered as someone who gave selflessly to others and who made a difference in her community. Her presence in the lives of those who knew her cannot be replaced, but her memory will continue to inspire and guide those who were lucky enough to be part of her life.
The community of Miesville, a small town with a population of just 125, has been deeply impacted by this loss. In a close-knit community like Miesville, the passing of a resident as involved and caring as Jenny leaves an irreplaceable void. Miesville, located in Dakota County, Minnesota, has always been a place where people know and support one another, and Jenny’s death has highlighted just how deeply she was loved by those around her. From her work with the school district to her family’s supper club, Jenny embodied the values of community and connection that are so important to life in small-town America.
The loss of Jenny Wiederholt-Pine is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing every moment with the people we love. Her untimely passing has reminded her family, friends, and the broader community that life can change in an instant, and that we must hold dear the memories and moments we share with others. As those who knew her continue to grieve, they can take solace in the knowledge that Jenny’s legacy of love, service, and kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were fortunate to know her.
The community of Hastings, Miesville, and beyond will continue to support Jenny’s family through this difficult time, offering condolences, prayers, and comfort in the face of this unimaginable loss. Jenny’s life may have been cut short, but the impact she made will live on in the lives of those she touched, and her memory will remain forever in the hearts of the people who loved her most.
