Lerach, Stephen Francis Age 65, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on 9/17/14 after a brief battle with cancer. Author, chef, and culinary educator, he will be remembered for his food, hospitality, and wonderful sense of humor. Survived by wife, Ann Rivard; son, Alexander (Sandy); mother, Margaret; brothers, Kevin and Terry (Renata); sisters, Kathy (Jon) Soland and Barbara (David) DeGroy; special relation, Lisa Finstad; many nieces, nephews, and long-time friends. Memorial service Fri. 9/26 at 2pm with visitation at 1pm at Cremation Society of MN - Mpls, 4343 Nicollet Ave. Memorials preferred to University of MN - Masonic Cancer Center.