OBITUARIES
Sandra Joan Claussen
Feb 12, 2026
Sandra J. Claussen, age 76, originally of St. Paul, passed away peacefully February 12, 2026 in the presence of family.
Preceded in death by husband, Roger; grandson, Nicholas Ture; and mother, Jeanette LoDahl.
Survived by children, Michele (Jeff) Ture and Joe (Jenni) Claussen; grandchildren, Jake & Maya Ture and Molly, Hannah, and Ty Claussen; sisters, Linda King and Nancy Sagstetter; niece, nephews,...
Steven R. Knapp
Feb 8, 2026
Steven Robert Knapp passed away February 8th, 2026, at the age of 66 -- his life cut short by a heartbreaking battle with Alzheimer’s.
Steve was born February 6, 1960 in Hibbing, Minnesota to Vaughn and Joyce Knapp, and lived in that area of Minnesota for a short time. He then spent a year in Missouri before the family moved to...
David Lee Turner III
Feb 2, 2026
Age 23, of Minneapolis, tragically taken on February 2, 2026.
Preceded in death by fathers, Jesse "Meche" Powell & David Turner, Jr.; sisters, Angelica Turner & Ashley Turner; great-grandmother, Doris Luzaich; and many other dear relatives.
Survived by mother, Nicole Luzaich; siblings, De'Andre Turner, Ashia Turner, Sajaya Turner (Jovan Chevre), Cierra Stevenson, Jamirah Powell, Shamera Powell; grandmother, Shelley Luzaich; many nieces &...
David J. Fleischhacker
Jan 21, 2026
David Jon Fleischhacker, age 62, passed away January 21, 2026.
Preceded in death by his father, Fred "Fritz" Fleischhacker.
Survived by children, Nicole (Darrin) and Adam Fleischhacker; grandchild, Tosh; mother, Frieda Fleischhacker; and siblings, Julie (Bruce) Lindberg, Michael (Ann) Fleischhacker, James (Julie) Fleischhacker, Mark Fleischhacker, and Amy (Michael) Johnson.
Dave was a graduate of Maternity of Mary, St. Agnes, and TVI. His work...
Raymond H. Steglich
Feb 3, 2026
Devoted Husband, Father and Grandfather
Raymond "Bud" Steglich, passed away peacefully on February 3rd, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Eleanor Steglich of Turtle Lake, Wisconsin; and in-laws, Arthur and Lillian Bielenberg of St. Paul, Minnesota.
Bud is survived by his wife of 57 years, Bette, and children, Dayna (Jeff), Heather (Rolando), and Brian (Michele). Loving grandfather to...
Maureen Lynn Gustafson
Jan 22, 2026
Maureen Gustafson was born on August 2, 1952, in St. Paul and passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026 at age 73.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David; beloved son, Dan Reed; and parents, Paul and LaVerne Anderberg.
Maureen is lovingly remembered by her son, Bryan Reed; her sisters, Michele (Jon) Waltman, Melinda Tapp, Margo (Mike) Krumrie; and many...
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...
Carl M. Grundhauser III
Jan 31, 2026
Age 80, has Gone Fishin’ on January 31, 2026. Born on July 4, 1945, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Carl Grundhauser II and Olive Tew. Carl always appreciated that so many people celebrated his birthday each year with fireworks.
Carl served in the United States Navy from 1962–1968 in radio operations and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He spent...
Karl J. Wittner
Jan 13, 2026
Born April 9, 1960, resident of Vadnais Heights, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord on January 13, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Karl was born and raised on the East Side of St. Paul/Phalen area to Karl and Kathy. As a kid, he loved riding dirt bikes, a passion that naturally grew into a lifelong love...
Karen R. Manly
Jan 24, 2026
Karen Reneé Manly (Jaworski), age 69, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, after a long and courageous battle with liver disease on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
Karen was born to Ronald “Joseph” and Elaine (Fulwiler) Jaworski in St. Paul, Minnesota. She graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1974 and was united in marriage to William “Bill” Manly in 1986....
James Patrick Walsh
Jan 16, 2026
James Patrick Walsh, 85, of Ely.
How is it that a city kid who got in more than his share of trouble on St. Paul’s Rice Street became a lover of wildlife, woods, and water?
Maybe it was his Irish roots. Jim Walsh was the son of immigrants who came to St. Paul from villages just a stone’s throw away from Galway...
William C. Loss
Dec 24, 2025
William “Bill” Charles Loss, age 72, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, passed away on December 24, 2025.
Born on October 22, 1953, Bill grew up in Roseville and graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1971. Bill was a man who truly came alive in a crowd; whether he was at a concert, a comedy club, or behind the counter of his...
Christann Marie Capistrant
Feb 4, 2026
Christann “Chris” Marie Capistrant, lovingly known to those closest to her as Mom, passed away surrounded by love.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Colleen (Clarence); and her brother, Tim.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Steve; her daughter, Amanda (Nick); and her siblings, Colleen, Judy, Kathy (Duffy), Carol (Andres), and Mike. She also leaves behind many cherished nieces...
Kathleen M. Phillippi
Feb 3, 2026
Age 67, of St. Paul, passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 3, 2026.
Preceded in death by parents, Dick & Alice; grandparents; and many other relatives.
Survived by siblings, Renee (Marc) LeForte & Rich (Robin) Phillippi; nephew & nieces, Joe LeForte, Emily (Nick) Sergot, Katie LeForte (Hannah Peck-Cowles); great nephews & niece, Dominic, Charles, Jackson, Kloe, Nick Jr.; special...
Arthur G. Peterson
Feb 3, 2026
Arthur G. "Sonny" Peterson left us to meet his maker, Jesus, on February 3, 2026.
He was born at L.H. Halvorson's farm near Silver Lake, IA on February 17, 1931 to Pearl and Henry Peterson. His sister Patricia H. Peterson I, died in 1933 in an automobile accident.
Arthur served our country in the United States Air Force as a Staff Sergeant...
Dennis Wallace Luger
Feb 3, 2026
Age 75, of Woodbury, passed away on February 3, 2026.
Preceded in death by parents, Wallace & Eleanor (Prospal) Luger.
Survived by sons, Eric & Mark Luger; and sister, Diane Luger.
Dennis graduated from St. Agnes High School (Class of 1968). He spent his career working in the insurance industry as an auto claims adjuster. In his free time he enjoyed softball, bowling,...
Harold R. Anderson
Jan 31, 2026
Harold R. Anderson of Roseville, Minnesota age 94, died peacefully surrounded by family on January 31, 2026.
Harold was married for 53 years to Marilyn (Gehrke) Anderson from May 25, 1952, until her death on December 19, 2005. They raised six kids together. Harold shared almost 13 years of marriage with Greta (Korst) Anderson from 2006 until her death in 2019....
Peter D. Kubesh
Jan 29, 2026
Peter Donald Kubesh, age 73 of Maplewood, MN, was born January 25, 1953, in Olivia, MN, and passed away peacefully at home early in the morning hours of January 29, 2026, with his loving wife Karen by his side.
Peter graduated from Olivia High School in 1971. He always took pride in his work and held many fulfilling professions and retired...
Nancy Lee Fobaire
Jan 29, 2026
Nancy Lee Fobaire, age 79, passed away peacefully on the 29th of January 2026. Born on January 6th, 1947, in St. Paul, MN, Nancy worked as a nursing home receptionist and spent her life in Shoreview, married for 61 years, raising a family, and later spoiling all of her grandchildren. She had the honor of seeing her family grow with...
Judith A. Woehrle
Jan 28, 2026
Age 76 of Lino Lakes, passed away on January 28, 2026.
Preceded in death by husband, Thomas.
Survived by sons, Matt (Rachel), Judd (Jenny), and Jake (Becca); grandchildren, Justin, Dylan, Judd Jr., Josce, and Mason; and siblings, Marcia (Pat) O’Brien, Sandy (John) Olstad, and Joan (Bruce) Hane.
Memorial service 1:00 PM Wednesday, February 11 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Lino Lakes, 7050 Lake Dr. (County Hwy...



