Sowada, Jerome P. age 81 of Fridley, passed away April 17, 2015. Survived by children, John Sowada, Elaine Sowada, Susan (John) Wright, Mary Kathleen (Tim) Crocker, Mary Theresa Cruz, Judith Ross and Julie (Jim) Corcoran; 12 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; brother, Ernest (Bernice) Sowada; and other loving relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Wed, April 22 at the Church of Saint William, 6120 5th St NE, Fridley, with a visitation one hour prior. Interment Fort Snelling. Miller Funeral Home 763-571-1300 millerfuneralfridley.com