OBITUARIES
Mildred I. Eckman
Jun 16, 2026
Mildred "Millie" Irma Eckman, age 88, was called home to the Lord on June 16, 2026.
Millie was born on July 8, 1937 in Gaylord, MN to Orville and Helen Salmonson. One of eight children, she was raised in Minneapolis and graduated from Columbia Heights High School. On August 20, 1955, she married the love of her life, Harold. Together they...
Arlene M. Behnke
Jun 14, 2026
Age 68 of Blaine, formerly of Williston, North Dakota, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 14, 2026.
Preceded in death by son, Griffin Cole; and parents, Sidney and Lila Larson.
Survived by husband, Gene; sons, Schuyler (Hien) and Wyatt; grandsons, Ashton and Everett; siblings, Jan (Dwayne) Weeda, Marge Weeda, Warren (Arleen) Larson, Joann Larson, Lorraine (Brent) Slotten, and Sharon (Don)...
William "Bill" Baker
May 30, 2026
William Dickinson Baker
July 8, 1935 - May 30, 2026
William Dickinson Baker of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed into Eternal Life on May 30, 2026, at the age of 90. Born in Winchester, Virginia, Bill was the son of William Woodhull Baker, Sr. and Mary Bryson Smith Baker. He graduated from John Handley High School in 1953, and attended the University of...
Suzanne M. Joyce (Milligan)
May 19, 2026
Suzie was born on January 3, 1953, in St. Paul, MN to Howard and Lillian Milligan. She lived a life rooted in service to her family and friends.
Suzie married Pat Joyce on February 24, 1979 in St. Paul. She was a dedicated wife and shared more than 47 years of love and partnership with Pat. She was a proud mother...
David R. Dufresne
Jun 5, 2026
David Rivard Dufresne was born on October 6, 1944, to Harold and Marian (Thomas) Dufresne in St. Paul, Minnesota. David grew up in the Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul and graduated from Central High School in 1962. He then received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. After graduating in 1966, he...
Dorothy J. Grauel
Jun 13, 2026
Dorothy J. Grauel (née Nowicki), age 94, former 71-year resident of Roseville, passed away June 13, 2026.
Dorothy was born on April 27, 1932, to Peter and Wilma Nowicki in Prescott, WI, and was later joined by sister, Eileen and brother, Norman.
Dorothy graduated from Mechanic Arts High School and later worked for the MN Highway Department in the Driver's License Division.
Dorothy...
John A. Remme
Jun 16, 2026
John Remme, 45, passed away on June 16, 2026, while doing what he loved. Though his life ended far too soon, he spent it pursuing the people, passions, and moments that brought him joy and made him who he was.John was a devoted father to Waylan, Walker, and Milli, whom he loved with all his heart. His greatest joy in...
Jacki Klockeman
Jun 17, 2026
Jacki Klockeman, age 83 of Roseville, passed away June 17, 2026.
Preceded in death by her husband, Len; and parents, Irvin "Jim" and Edna Handt.
Survived by sisters, Marion Handt and Marjorie Kemp; many other relatives and friends.
Memorial service 11:00 AM Thursday, June 25 at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 1465 N. Victoria St., St. Paul. Visitation at the church from 10-11 AM...
Eugene V. Burke
Jun 14, 2026
Gene Burke, age 59, passed away peacefully Sunday June 14, 2026 at 2:23pm, surrounded by the love of his family while listening to Bob Seger, the music he loved most. His final moments reflected the way he lived his life—comforted by those he loved and the simple joys that brought him peace.
Gene was a rare soul whose kindness, generosity, and...
Thomas O. Norstrem
May 7, 2026
Thomas Owen Norstrem, age 56, passed away on May 7, 2026.
Tom was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend whose kindness, loyalty, and gentle spirit touched the lives of many. He was deeply loved by his family, cherished by his friends, and respected by his coworkers.
For 37 years, Tom was a valued employee of Cool Air Mechanical, where he earned...
Kathleen "Kitty" Ivory (Bannigan)
Jun 14, 2026
Kathleen "Kitty" Ivory (née Bannigan), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, godmother, friend, colleague, and caregiver, passed away on June 14, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family and the countless lives she touched throughout her remarkable life.
Kitty’s heart was as generous as her smile. She devoted her life to caring for others, always placing faith, family, and...
John James Mastel Sr.
Jun 2, 2026
John James Mastel Sr., age 89, passed from earth to heaven on June 2nd, 2026, at Amira Choice in Roseville of Alzheimer Dementia. John was born on April 14th, 1937, in Trail City, South Dakota as the 4th of 7 children to Peter & Frances Mastel.
John graduated from Baker High School in Baker, Montana in 1955, and upon graduation enrolled...
Amy Louise Hansen (Volk)
Jun 12, 2026
Passed away on June 12, 2026 after fighting breast cancer for 5 years. Throughout her health journey, Amy faced every challenge with immense bravery, grace, and positive spirit. Even in the darkest moments, Amy continued to smile, laugh, and focus on spending time with family and friends.
Age 49, born in St. Paul on Sept. 29, 1976. She weighed in at...
William P. Jasper
May 14, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of William Peter Jasper, affectionately known as Bill.
Born on January 11th, 1974, Billy was a proud son of Pete and Jackie Jasper in Roseville, Minnesota. Growing up in a lively household alongside his siblings, Craig, Pam, and Laurie, he was instantly recognizable by his bright white-blonde...
James Lowell Mansager
Jan 9, 2026
James “Jim” Lowell Mansager, age 79, of Shoreview, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, January 9, 2026.
Jim was born on July 28, 1946, in Fairmont, Minnesota, to Bernard and Faye Mansager. He grew up in Trimont, Minnesota, where he shared his childhood with his brothers John, Richard (Dick), and Bernie (Bear), and his sisters Linda and...
Thomas H. Valois
Jun 8, 2026
Thomas Howard Valois passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026. He was a loving father, son, brother, uncle, friend, animal lover, and colleague who was kind, had a good sense of humor and generous heart.
Above all else, Tom’s greatest joy in life was being a father. He never missed an opportunity to support his children, whether it was attending sporting...
Rebecca I. Vanderkloot
Jun 7, 2026
Rebecca “Becky” Irene (Bute) Vanderkloot, born January 11, 1942, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, at the age of 84 in Lino Lakes, Minnesota.
Rebecca was a graduate of Ottawa Township High School and later received a BS in Elementary Education from Illinois State University in Normal, Illinois. She started her career as a first-grade teacher in Dyer, Indiana and...
Tristan J. Bombich
Jun 6, 2026
Tristan James Bombich, age 30, passed away June 6, 2026.
Tristan is survived by his son, Bjorn Henrik (age 6); mom, Cassi Gordon-Weinkauf; sister, Kelsey Bombich; father, Darren Bombich; grandparents, Lynn and Teresa Weinkauf; uncles, Wyatt and Craig; aunt, Nada; former partner, Samantha Patton; extended stepfamily and many more family and friends.
He was preceded in death by great-grandparents, Bud and Betty...
Timothy K. Grimes
Jun 4, 2026
Timothy K. Grimes, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2026, at Good Samaritan Society – Maplewood.
Tim worked for Gross Given Manufacturing Company for over 30 years before retiring in 2005.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Esther Grimes, and sister, Cheryl Grimes.
Tim is survived by his siblings, Barb (Joe) Fehrman, Geraldine Kohls, Marilyn Sabanjo, and...
Lawrence J. Ziegler
May 29, 2026
Lawrence John "Butch" Ziegler, age 78, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Butch was born on August 20, 1947, in Staples, Minnesota. He served his country in the United States Army and later built a long career at Excel Metal Finishing, where he worked as a foreman for many...
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