April Lee (Allen) Loppnow, 59, of Rosemount, Minnesota, passed away on Oct. 26, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Born on May 7, 1965, in Oconto, she graduated from Oconto Falls high school in 1983 but never stopped learning about the world and those she cared about. April spent her life nurturing her surroundings, whether it was her family, her career or nature.
April was a loving mother to Marissa and Cassandra Loppnow, who were the centers of her universe. She dedicated her life to creating cherished memories with them, ensuring each moment was an adventure. Her career spanned over 35 years at Wells Fargo, where she excelled as a senior project manager since 2005, demonstrating her strong will and professional dedication.
Beyond her professional life, April was passionate about the natural world. She was particularly fond of birds, often rescuing injured or abused animals. Her love for gardening was evident in her beautiful collection of plants and flowers. April also had a zest for travel, exploring numerous places with her family, and she enjoyed hobbies like reading, particularly the works of John Connolly, listening to music, camping, cross stitch, cooking and geocaching.
April leaves behind her daughters, Marissa and Cassandra, of Savage, Minnesota; her mother, Margo Allen Kent, and stepdad, Thomas Kent, of the Green Bay area; siblings, Heather Schwartz and spouse John, of Palm Bay, Florida, Eric Allen and spouse Laurie, of De Pere; stepsiblings, Kristen Lison, spouse Brian, Brianna Wright, spouse Chris, of De Pere; her aunt, Cindy Rysewyk, of Oconto; cousins, Andy Rysewyk, Pattie Allen Stickles, Cindy Allen Watanabe, Kathy Allen, Sara Taylor-Gooden, Scott Allen, Christi Allen, Jeffrey Allen and James Allen; former spouse, James M. Loppnow, of Savage, Minnesota; in-laws, Debby and Dan Loppnow; and her best friend, Jodi Harvat Shier, of Krakow.
She is also survived by 11 nieces and nephews, Alexandria, Hunter, Calvin and Gabrial Schwartz, Bryce and Denver Allen, Jack and Steven Lison, Kylar Wright, and David and Diana Loppnow; along with her beloved parrots, Kasey and Mojo.
April was preceded in death by her father, George G. Allen; her grandparents, Neville and Doris Meincke, Grace and Donald Allen; her uncle, Donald Allen; and her cousins, Sandy Allen and Bobbie Allen.
Services to honor April’s life were held at Glendale United Methodist Church in Savage, Minnesota, on Sunday, Nov. 10.
A celebration of life will be held on Jan. 11, 2025, at Pensaukee Town Hall, 4684 Brookside Road, Abrams, from 12:30-4 p.m.
April’s legacy of kindness, strength and compassion will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her spirit, forever adventurous and caring, will continue to inspire those she loved.
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