OBITUARIES
Martin S. Tollefson
Aug 2, 2025
Martin Tollefson, age 94, of Roseville, MN, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025 surrounded by family.
Martin was born May 21, 1931 to Gunnuf and Bertha Tollefson in Primrose Township, WI. Martin graduated from Mt. Horeb High School, where he participated in football, basketball and track in addition to helping out on the family farm. After high school, Martin enlisted...
John "Jack" Herdina
Aug 9, 2025
Age 86, of Centerville, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025.
Jack was born in Henryville, MN on May 20, 1939 to Edward and Hattie (Zetah) Herdina. He was the fourth of fourteen children. He grew up in Olivia, MN and graduated from Olivia High School in 1957.
He served in the US Army and was stationed in Germany building radar stations.
Jack...
Janet E. Novak
Aug 26, 2025
Proudly raised in Northeast Minneapolis. She met her high school sweetheart Mike and after much smooching at the Heights Theater they became each other’s world. They graduated from Edison High School in 1960. She married her honey in 1961 and started a family.
She was “Mom” to all, always keeping a seat open at the table for anyone who needed one....
Keith E. Hanson
Jul 5, 2025
Keith Elliot Hanson, born 1/26/1944 passed away at his home in Shoreview, Minnesota on July 5th, 2025. He was 81. Keith had been living with deteriorating health for some time.
He was preceded in death by his partner, Richard Borland; parents, Lyle and Merlyn; sister, Mary; and brother, David. He is survived by his brother, Wayne (Myra); sister- in-law, Mariette; nephews,...
Leonard E. Schimek
May 19, 2025
Leonard “Butch” Earl Schimek passed away at home on May 19th due to an acute myocardial infarction. Butch was born on May 5, 1948 to Ludwig and Marcella (Sieberg) Schimek in Mankato, MN. He graduated from Mankato West High School and then enlisted in the Navy where he served for 2 years as a grade E3 FN. He and his...
Patricia Ann Fitzgerald (Blue)
Aug 27, 2025
Age 94 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025 at Good Samaritan Society in Maplewood.
She was born on June 30, 1931 in White Earth, MN to Louis L. and Ida S. Blue.
She loved polka dancing, bingo, cards, and was known for her resilience and love for her family. Many called her friend.
Patricia is survived by her children,...
Michael W. Handy II
Aug 11, 2025
Age 53 of Circle Pines, passed away unexpectedly on August 11, 2025.
Preceded in death by father, Mike; grandparents; aunts, Colleen Handy, LaVonne Applegate.
Survived by mother, Donna; sister, Mary (Brad) Jones; many nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Thursday, September 11 at St. Joseph of the Lakes Catholic Church, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes. Visitation from 10-11 AM Thursday at...
Carol A. Shook
Aug 23, 2025
Carol Ann Shook, 86, of Roseville, died at Lyngblomsten Memory Care on August 23, 2025.
She was born on January 26, 1939, to George Campbell and Sara Davidson Campbell in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania and graduated from Mahanoy Township High School.
She married Russell Shook in 1960 and they had three children.
Carol worked for Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio during Russell’s studies...
Shirley M. Shisler
Aug 20, 2025
Shirley M. Shisler, born March 15, 1931 in McGregor, Iowa to Kenneth and Evelyn (Evans) Shisler, the first of 6 children.
Preceded in death by parents, Kenneth and Evelyn; sister, Marita Pickett; brother, William "Bill" Shisler; and brothers-in-law, Merlin Fairbanks and James Johnson.
Survived by sisters, Caroline Fairbanks and Anita Johnson; brother Norman Shisler (Laura); brother-in-law, Frank Pickett; sister-in-law, Chris Wells-Shisler; and...
Quentin L. Perfect
Aug 24, 2025
Quentin L. "Quint" Perfect, age 86 of Aitkin, formerly of Roseville, passed away August 24, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Karen; and parents, Dale and Margaret.
Survived by son, Curtis; brother, Timothy (Colleen); sister, Sue Kaiser (Gerard); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
A visitation to celebrate Quint's life will be held from 4-7 PM Friday, September 12 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home...
Ricardo H. Giorgis
Aug 11, 2025
Ricardo Giorgis, age 63, of Circle Pines, MN, succumbed to an untimely struggle with ALS on August 11, 2025. He was known simply as "Señor" to those in the Centennial community. And in his hometown of Carlos Paz, friends and family called him "Chiri." Ricardo was born on May 25, 1962 to Rubén and Elba Giorgis in Carlos Paz, province...
Wilfred R. Ortt
Aug 25, 2025
Wilfred R. Ortt, known as "Will", was born on July 30, 1942, in St. Paul, MN. He departed from this world on August 25, 2025, in Roseville, MN. A dedicated professional, Will spent the majority of his career as a barber in St. Paul, where he was well-known and respected in his community. His skillful hands not only provided haircuts...
Carol M. Ortt
Jun 26, 2023
Carol M. Ortt, a beloved member of her community and a dedicated Cosmetologist, passed away on June 26, 2023, in Shoreview, Minnesota. Born on August 17, 1947, Carol lived a life filled with creativity, artistry, and connections to family and friends who cherished her presence.
Throughout her career, Carol made a significant impact as a cosmetologist, using her skill and passion...
Betty Jean Wingate
Jul 22, 2025
Betty Jean (Lewallen) Wingate, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, in St. Paul, Minnesota, just two months shy of her 101st birthday.
Betty was born to William and Winnifred Lewallen on September 25, 1924, in Hannibal, Missouri. She was the youngest of eight children.
Betty married LaVerne (Bud) Wingate in 1948 and they were blessed with three children, Sharon, John, and...
Walter "Nip" Gilson
Aug 25, 2025
Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather
Longtime North Ender
Age 97, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025.
Preceded in death by beloved wife, Verna.
He is survived by and will be sadly missed by his children, Cheryl (Terrance) VanKampen, Debra (Michael) Milligan, and Michael Gilson; grandchildren, Shelly (Timothy) Strauss, Randy (Michele) VanKampen, Tamela (Joshua) Sumner, Timothy Milligan, and Jordan...
Joyce K. Basham
Aug 22, 2025
Joyce Kathryn Basham (Woytasek), age 78, passed away peacefully August 22, 2025, of lung cancer surrounded by family at Saint Therese at St. Odilia in Shoreview, Minn.
Joyce was born in Minneapolis in 1947 to Rose (Jasper) and Edward Woytasek. She attended Vocational High School in Minneapolis and graduated in 1965. She held many office jobs throughout her life from secretary...
Garrett A. LaHay
Aug 20, 2025
Garrett LaHay, age 38 of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 20th. He was a cherished father, husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed.
Garrett was born on July 25th, 1987, in St. Louis Park to Jeffrey and Mary (Sheck) LaHay. He graduated from St. Louis Park High School and went on to become a...
Susan Katherine Walseth
Aug 19, 2025
Age 70 of Lino Lakes, Minnesota.
Passed away unexpectedly on August 19, 2025 due to complications from a blood infection leading to cardiac arrest.
Preceded in death by her long-time and much-loved boyfriend, Joe Carino; her parents, James and June Ceccon of Ironwood, Michigan.
Survived by her twin sons, Joshua & Jesse (Emily); two sisters, Cathy Tauer (Roman) and Paula Vaughn (Kris); one...
Steven H. Jungbauer
Aug 16, 2025
Steven Herbert Jungbauer, age 81, of New Brighton, MN passed away on August 16, 2025.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Helen Jungbauer; wife, Patricia Jungbauer; sister, Suzanne Grill; son in law, David Kline; and granddaughter, Jayden Kline.
He is survived by children, Jennifer Kline, Gary Jungbauer, and Michelle Jungbauer; grandsons, Tristan Kline (Helen) and Brandon Kline (Perla); several...
Beverly Ann Hoff
Aug 12, 2025
Age 83, of Maplewood
Passed away on August 12, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Don; and grandson, Rob Shepherd.
Survived by children, Angela (Glen) Senske, Sheila Larson, Suzy (Jim) Olson, Allen Shepherd, and Brad; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers, sisters, and many friends.
Retired from Minneapolis public schools.
Celebration of Bev's life will be held Saturday, September 20 at her home- times are currently pending.
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