This is the "long" version of the obituary as originally written by Jody:


Charlotte Marie Wandersee (Callanan)

June 7, 1939 - October 8, 2020

Cherished Wife, Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Sister, Aunt & Friend, passed peacefully on October 8, 2020. Char was born June 7, 1939 to Paul & Anna Callanan (Kielty) in Delton Township, MN. She was 6 of 10 children in the Callanan Clan. Charlotte married the love of her life, Wallace, on February 22, 1959. They built a beautiful life together in Bloomington, MN where they raised their 6 children with love and adoration.  

Charlotte was the living embodiment of pure love. She loved fiercely and unconditionally. Whether family, friend, stranger, or animal, Char welcomed with open arms and greeted others with her love. She loved to roller skate, bowl, dance, laugh, sing, sit around the table and talk the day away with a cup of coffee or a glass of her wine. She was an avid sports fan and Skip-Bo competitor. She loved doing crossword puzzles and enjoyed her evening hot chocolate & toast, while sharing with the dogs.  

Charlotte’s Dad, Mom, Big Brother Paul, numerous family members, several friends and many pets were waiting to greet her in Heaven. Those here on earth celebrating her life include her Loving Husband Wally, Devoted Children: Colleen (Larry) Bloom, Cindy (Jeff) Nowitzke, Randy (Patty) Wandersee, Linda Kopp, Lee Wandersee, Jody (Greg Dinkel) Wandersee, 14 Beautiful Grandchildren: Matthew and Ryan Bloom, Brian, Joel, Paul, and Lee Nowitzke, Brandon, Megan (Nick Balistrieri), and Jon Wandersee, Allie, Kayla (Derek Skala), and Kris (Kassie) Kopp, Haley and Jack Dinkel, and 3 Precious Great Grandchildren: Brooks Skala, and Ella & Emma Balistrieri, along with many Siblings, “Out”-Laws, Nieces, Nephews, Friends and Family Pets.  

A celebration of her life will be Saturday, October 17th at Bloomington Lutheran Church (9350 Portland Avenue South). Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. COVID protocols will be in place. A reception will immediately follow at the family home after the service. Come as you are to celebrate: Jeans, Minnesota sportswear, bright colors or dressed to the nines. Due to COVID-19 restriction, we are limited to 125 guests at the church however are unlimited at the house. Please register on Signup Genius to attend the church service and/or reception. Live stream options are pending. Further details will be posted on https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/charlottewandersee

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Lung Association or a local animal rescue in her name.