OBITUARIES
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,...
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....
Darrell R. Knutie
Aug 25, 2025
Age 67 of Arden Hills, MN, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Grace (Granose) Knutie.
Survived by siblings, Steve (Sandi) Knutie and Linda (Tim) Dahlager; nieces and nephew, Sarah Knutie, Erin (Ken) Francois, Madison Dahlager, and Miles Dahlager; as well as many relatives and friends.
Darrell grew up in the Central Hillside neighborhood of...
Paul Ernest Schulz, Jr.
Aug 25, 2025
Age 78, of Little Canada passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025.
Preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Virginia.
Survived by best friend and loving wife of 55 years, Ruth; children, Michelle (Steve) Heifort, Paul Schulz III, Cheryl (Brady) Lochen; grandchildren, Steven Jr., Hannah (Tristin), Marissa, and Bella.
Paul was always up to no good and made friends with anyone he...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
MayBritt Urback
Aug 21, 2025
MayBritt was born on April 28, 1936 in Fredrikstad, Norway and went Home to her Lord and Savior on August 21, 2025.
Preceded in death by her parents, Alf and Karen Johansen; and her beloved husband, Henry.
She is survived by many close and loving friends.
An elementary school teacher for many years, MayBritt and Henry lived their lives serving Jesus, bringing blessings...
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...
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...
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 after 33 years from Minneapolis Public Schools.
Celebration of Bev's life will be held from 1-5 PM Saturday, September 20 at her...
Richard T. McHaffie, Jr.
Aug 12, 2025
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the unexpected passing of Richard T. McHaffie, Jr. of Lino Lakes. He passed away on August 12, 2025, at the age of 65 years.
Rick graduated from White Bear High School, where he excelled at competitive swimming, then went on to complete a bachelor’s degree at the University of Minnesota...
Miles J. Malone
Aug 12, 2025
Age 94 of Coon Rapids, passed away on August 12, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Deloris; and son, Mitchell.
Survived by children, Marne (Robert) Egen, Mike (Kathi), Miles Jr. (Susan Diane Shelton), Martin (Susan), Matthew, and Morris; and many grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren.
Memorial Service 11:00 AM Saturday, August 23 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Lino Lakes, 7050 Lake Drive. Visitation from 10-11...
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...
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; and aunts, Colleen Handy and LaVonne Applegate.
Survived by mother, Donna; sister, Mary (Brad) Jones; and 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...
JoEllen Lippitt
Aug 10, 2025
JoEllen (Jo) McDonald Lippitt, born November 14th, 1954, passed away August 10th, 2025 after a valiant battle with pulmonary fibrosis. She fought until her very last breath which was emblematic of how she lived her life.
She is survived by her husband of 45 years, James Lippitt; her three children, Jennifer Wenkel (Andy), Kristin Lippitt, and W. Morgan Lippitt (Austin Hook);...
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