Catherine E. Meissner Giampaolo

life story

Loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend

Cathy passed in the arms of her loving husband and soulmate after a long, courageous battle with heart disease. She is preceded in death by father Carl Meissner, mother Shirley Nelson, stepfather Raymond Nelson, and son Scott Meissner. She is survived by siblings Cyndi (Don) Perkins, Tom Meissner, Sharon (Ron) Eriksen, Sandy Meissner, Nancy Sepeda, Mary (Wayne Lindstrom) Olson, daughter Carrie Meissner, stepdaughter Gina Giampaolo, granddaughter Jordan Meissner, grandson Carson Meissner, nephews- Josh, JD, Andrew, Nathan, nieces-Nicole, Alyssa, Ashley, Carley, great nieces and nephews, and best friend Kathy Rodgers.

About Cathy

Family was a huge part of who Cathy was and how she lived her life. Many hours were spent in her gardens and on the porch having meaningful conversations with family and friends. She loved Christmas, decorating, and creating beautiful spaces for people to gather. She cherished the adventures camping, while spending quality time with her children and grandchildren.

Cathy will always be remembered for her unfiltered honesty, and her kind, caring nature. She was for many the person you would go to for advice, the person you would confide in, and the person to give you unwavering support.

Cathy was also known as “Grams” not only to her own grandchildren but to all of their closest friends. She will be remembered for her warm heart and nurturing spirit. She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

March 28, 2026

River Oaks Golf Course and Event Center 11099 US-61, Cottage Grove, MN 55016, USA

The Celebration of Life will be held from 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

Words of remembrance at 12:00 PM