John French Obituary French, John O. age 86 of Plymouth formerly of South St. Paul and Brainerd died January 30, 2013. Preceded in death by his son, Joseph French and son-in-law Carl Conrad. Survived by his wife of 63 years, Colleen; children, Gail Conrad, Deborah Day (Garry Lachmansingh), Greg French, Babette Blumenauer (Dennis), Rebecca Pasiuk (Jeff) and John O. French Jr.; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Member of Pipefitters 455 and South St. Paul VFW Post 295. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at the Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, 155 County Road 24, Medina with visitation one hour prior to Mass at church. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.