OBITUARIES

Michael Henry Mueller

Michael Henry Mueller

Nov 20, 2025

Michael H. Mueller, age 75, of Forest Lake, formerly of St. Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 20, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hank and Mary; and brother-in-law, John Mottaz.

Mike is survived by his wife, Kathi (née Andert); children, Mara Mueller (Allan Capp) and Nick; grandchildren, Devin, Addison, and Gracelyn; sisters, Sue Mottaz and...

Mary "Teri" Therese Lentsch

Mary "Teri" Therese Lentsch

Nov 16, 2025

Mary Therese Lentsch (née Newcome) passed away peacefully at home on November 16, 2025.

Preceded in death by parents, Richard and Virginia Newcome, and John’s identical twin, Frank.

Survived by husband, John, their children, John Francis, Ali (Brian), and Christina, and grandsons, Bryce, Blake and Landen; as well as many nephews, nieces, and friends.

Teri was the eldest of four - Victoria Johnson,...

Patrick J. Lynch, Jr.

Patrick J. Lynch, Jr.

Nov 16, 2025

Age 93, of Maplewood, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loving family on November 16, 2025.

Preceded in death by wife of 68 years, Leona; parents, Patrick Sr. & Margaret; brother, Thomas; and daughter-in-law, Katie.

Survived by children, Peggy (Darryl) Jarombek, Colleen (Brian) Kyllonen, Kelly, Melissa, Patrick III (Linda), Mitchell (Kristy), Ryan, and Jennifer; many grandchildren & great grandchildren; and brother, John.

Pat proudly...

JoAnn M. Lang (Tschida)

JoAnn M. Lang (Tschida)

Nov 18, 2025

Age 82, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully in her sleep, on November 18, 2025.

Preceded in death by husband, John "Jack" Lang, parents, John & Lorraine Tschida; brother, Jerry (Alare) Tschida; and brother-in-law, George Taylor.

Survived by children, John (Kelly) Lang, Amy (Dean) Wirtanen, Molly (Eric) Olson; grandchildren, Johnny, Brittany, Kellen, Matthew (Libby), Hannah (David), Nickolas, Derrek, Hayden, Harper; great grandchildren,...

Denise Ann (Loerzel) Decker

Denise Ann (Loerzel) Decker

Nov 22, 2025

Denise, age 60, of Lino Lakes, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on November 22, 2025, following a four-year battle with cancer.

Denise was born on March 5, 1965, in Fergus Falls, MN, to Dennis and Pam (Schmid) Loerzel.

The family made their home in Mounds View, MN, where she graduated from Irondale High School in 1983.

In 1998, Denise married...

Beatrice A. Geng

Beatrice A. Geng

Nov 16, 2025

Loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother.

Passed away peacefully during the morning of November 16, 2025. She was 91 years young.

Preceded in death by her husband, Paul D. Geng; and son, Paul F. Geng.

Survived by her children, Susan (Peter) Truhler and David (Lisa) Geng; grandchildren, Derek, Tony (Becky), and Keven (Jessie) Truhler, Katrina (Jeff) Stanton, Alex Geng, Jen (Geng) Harper, and...

Evelyn C. Wendt

Evelyn C. Wendt

Nov 14, 2025

Evelyn “Ev” Wendt, age 88, of Maplewood, passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 20, 1937, Ev was a kind, loving, and playful woman who found joy in simple things, like gardening, feeding the ducks, and greeting others with laughter. She was a devoted Catholic whose faith guided her throughout her life.

Ev...

Herbert C. Schrampfer

Herbert C. Schrampfer

Nov 15, 2025

Herbert C. Schrampfer, age 94 of Roseville, passed away on November 15, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lu.

Survived by sons, Phil (Terri), Tim (Rebecca), and Thom (Bonnie); also survived by 6 grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, December 6 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home - Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd...

Henry G. O'Neil

Henry G. O'Neil

Nov 22, 2025

Henry was born December 9, 1938. He grew up in Morton, MN. He loved the small town environment, being on the river or in the woods. He had many stories of friends and characters. After high school, Henry spent 4 years in the Navy in Alaska and California. He married Judy (née VonFeldt) on September 18, 1965. They raised wonderful...

Gary K. Easter

Gary K. Easter

Nov 11, 2025

Gary Keith Easter, 86, of Shoreview, MN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at his beloved farmhouse in Lancaster, MN, after an enjoyable afternoon of deer hunting — a pastime he cherished.

Born June 5, 1939, in St. Vincent, MN, to Herbert and Flora (Turner) Easter, Gary grew up with a love for the outdoors and a zest for...

Bradley J. Barott

Bradley J. Barott

Nov 12, 2025

Brad passed away at his home in Lino Lakes on November 12, 2025 at the age of 69. He was the third generation to own and operate Barott Drilling Services.

Brad relished the good times he had with friends and family. He possessed a quick wit delivered with a twinkle in his eye. He had a gift for storytelling, probably because...

Mary Alice Kemkes (née Spear)

Mary Alice Kemkes (née Spear)

Nov 18, 2025

Of Lino Lakes, was called home to our Lord Jesus on November 18th, 2025 at the age of 85.

Mary was born in Mankato, MN on May 4th, 1940. In 1958 she graduated high school from Mankato, MN. She earned a Medical Technician Degree in 1959. She worked various jobs including Medical Lab Technician, data entry, Tupperware sales, and finished her...

Joan Rose Winter

Joan Rose Winter

Nov 17, 2025

Age 92, of Glenwood City, WI (formerly of St. Paul, MN).

Joan was born on October 8, 1933 in Lake George, MN and passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Othmar "Otto" Winter; children, Kevin, Keith, and Daniel; grandchild, Eric; parents, Math and Elizabeth Stalboerger; and siblings, Lucille, Cyril, Bobby, Gennie, Millie, Ray, Betty,...

Barbara A. Doherty

Barbara A. Doherty

Nov 17, 2025

Age 86, of Circle Pines.

Preceded in death by loving husband, Robert; parents and siblings.

Survived by children, Patty (Craig) Glendenning, Linda (Steve) Manick, Tim Doherty, Genie Doherty (Tim Hamer), Shawn (Tamara) Doherty; 10 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and sister, Betty Carpentier.

Barb was a people person who loved spending time with her family, the holidays, working at the restaurants, and her favorite past...

Charlotte Ann Sistad

Charlotte Ann Sistad

Nov 12, 2025

Charlotte Ann Sistad (Dougherty), age 34 of St. Paul, passed away November 12, 2025 at United Hospital in St. Paul, MN.

Charlotte was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, James and Lois Dougherty of Andover, MN; and maternal grandparents, Dan and Patricia Patterson of Austin, MN.

She is survived by her husband, Dustin Sistad; parents, Ann and Michael Dougherty; sister, Emily...

Gerald Donald Kasa

Gerald Donald Kasa

Nov 8, 2025

Gerald “Jerry” Donald Kasa, age 84, of Roseville, Minnesota, passed away on November 8, 2025. 

Born May 7, 1941, in Northfield, Minnesota, where he grew up before eventually relocating to the Twin Cities. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. 

A hardworking and dedicated plumber by trade, Jerry was known for his incredible work ethic and his willingness to...

Marlys M. Hultquist

Marlys M. Hultquist

Nov 6, 2025

Marlys Hultquist, age 92, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, with family at her side.

Born on August 12, 1933 in St. Paul, Marlys grew up with a strong sense of faith, kindness and family. She had a natural talent and passion for music. A self-taught pianist, she filled her home with beautiful melodies throughout her...

Wendlin A. Linderman

Wendlin A. Linderman

Nov 5, 2025

Age 87 of Lino Lakes, passed away on November 5, 2025.

Survived by loving wife of 67 years, Darlene; children, Carmen (Patrick) Wooldridge, Jamey Walker-Hartung, Scott Linderman, Sherri Forrest, Heidi (Curtis) Heller, Shannon (Doug) Thorpe; many, many grandchildren, great- and great-great-grandchildren; brother, Leroy Linderman; and sisters, Agnes Steckler and Johanna Weyand.

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 12 at St....

Molly Fletcher

Molly Fletcher

Nov 1, 2025

Age 36, of White Bear Lake, formerly of the Como Park area.

Preceded in death by father, John; and her grandparents.

Survived by daughter, Millie, and Millie's father, Alan; mother, Mary; siblings, Mike (Jenny) and Ann; and many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Molly was born in the Como Park area of St. Paul. She attended Maternity of Mary-St. Andrew's, and graduated...

Donald Armand Kemkes

Donald Armand Kemkes

Nov 1, 2025

Of Lino Lakes, was called home to our Lord Jesus on November 1, 2025 at the age of 86.

Don was born at home in Carver, MN on December 19th, 1938. In 1956 he graduated high school in Chaska, MN. He went to work for the Prudential Insurance Company in 1956, starting in the commissary and moving up until retiring in...