Arlys Jean Krech

Age 87, of Woodbury, MN

Died peacefully at home on August 6, 2023.

Arlys was born on September 14, 1935 in St. Paul to Wanda (Matras) Daviero and Milan Berncich.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Kenneth Daviero.

She is survived by children Jeffrey (Nancy) Krech, Joyce (Jennifer Jeannette) Krech and Brian (Jacqueline) Krech and by her grandson, Benjamin Krech (fiancé Laurisa Chavez).

As a youth, Arlys spent her summers helping out at the family resort on Lake Miltona near Alexandria, MN. After graduating from South Saint Paul High School, Arlys married Eugene E. Krech (d.2017) and started her family. She was a supportive mother to her children as they grew and ensured their successful development as they went out into the world, remaining an integral part of their lives. Although divorced later in life, Arlys and Gene were both loving parents and grandparents. Arlys was also a devoted daughter to her mother, Wanda, and enjoyed spending time with her many aunts and uncles who lived in South St. Paul. She was very proud of her Polish heritage.

Later in life, she re-entered the workforce as an administrative assistant for Clark Memorial United Methodist Church of South St. Paul and in the planning department for the City of Inver Grove Heights. As a life-long learner, Arlys attended Inver Hills Community College where she studied fine arts & philosophy and also took tennis lessons. She retired in 1994 and was proud to spend the rest of her life in her pristine townhome in Woodbury, MN.

She had a love for travel and especially enjoyed her two trips with Joyce to England, perfect for someone so interested in all things British. She was able to see many of her favorite musical artists in concert including Lady Gaga in St. Paul. She loved antiquing, Facebook, streaming movies and British TV shows. She was a lifelong Twins Fan and was fortunate enough to attend the 1991 World Series and Spring Training in Fort Myers, FL. An avid journaler, she fully documented her life, the lives of her children and current events.

She will be missed by family and friends who grew to know and understand her fiercely independent life. The next time you dine at Keys Café in Woodbury, consider ordering “Potatoes, Etc.” in honor of Arlys.

A visitation will be held Friday, August 11, 2023, at 10:00AM at Guardian Angels Catholic Church in Oakdale followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00AM. Interment will be in the church cemetery immediately following.

Arlys cherished her Catholic faith. Memorials to Guardian Angels Catholic Church preferred.