Lucille was born June 8, 1923, to Barney and Katherine (Schumacher) Hangge. She was raised on a farm in the Austin area and attended Catholic schools. Lucille worked at Hormel in Austin until her marriage to Henry J. Cress on June 17, 1947. They spent 48 years together. Lucille and Henry bought a farm in Rose Creek and raised four children: Cheryl, Daniel, Randall, and Tim. Lucille was a wonderful wife, mother, homemaker, cook and friend. She enjoyed playing bridge with the local club and with neighbors. She always enjoyed her grandchildren, especially during holidays. Lucille was active in St. Peter’s Church in Rose Creek. She enjoyed gardening and reading. Lucille worked at the post office in Rose Creek as needed. Survivors include: three sons, Daniel (Sue) Cress of Green Bay, Wis., Randall (Carol) Cress of Red Wing and Fairmont, Minn., Timothy Cress of Owatonna, Minn.; 11 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; brother, Ed Hangge of Marine on St. Croix, Minn.; and son-in-law, James Burmeister of Brownsdale, Minn. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry; daughter, Cheryl Burmeister; three brothers; and three sisters. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

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