OBITUARIES

Lee Ann Holmer

Lee Ann Holmer

May 8, 2019

Nee Hanson​Preceded in death by parents, Lawrence & Laura Hanson; sister, Shirley Gann; and brothers-in-law, Lane Gann and Tom Sandmon. Survived by husband, Dale; siblings, Karen Sandmon, Tom Hanson, Lorraine Leffel, Mary Jackelen, Glen Hanson and Betty Jane Hanson; nieces, nephews and many friends. Memorial service 11:00 AM Friday, June 28 at TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 11416 1st Street N., Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin....

Fay Ann McMorran

Fay Ann McMorran

May 8, 2019

Fay Ann McMorran, age 85, of Lino Lakes, passed away on May 8, 2019.​She was born in Red Wing, MN on December 23, 1933. She is survived by her husband Robert McMorran and her four daughters, Judy (Grant) Page, Lori (Bill) Fasbender, Shannon (Jim) Nelson, Colleen (Jeff) Salay. Grandchildren, Sara, Ryan, Steven, Kylee, Gabby, Scottie.  Great-grandchildren Tatyanna, TyJaun, Waylon and Tansy.​She...

Ethel Christine Cepress

Ethel Christine Cepress

May 7, 2019

Age 102, of Burnsville and St. Paul.​Passed into eternal life on Tuesday, May 7, 2019.   Ethel is survived by her children, George (Barb), Andrea (Jerry) Kuennen, and Edward (Carol); seven grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.   Ethel was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Hannah Hervin; husband, Herman; daughter, Marie; and sisters, Margaret, Bea, Helen, and Ruth.  A private memorial service...

Harriett F. Johnson (Leone)

Harriett F. Johnson (Leone)

May 6, 2019

​Age 91, of Roseville, formerly of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2019.​Preceded in death by husband, Warren "Swede"; daughter, Cheryl LeeAnn Carson; and grandson, Nickolas Henry Tilleson.​Survived by daughters, Merry (Gary) Tilleson, Sandra (Dr. Alvin) Holm, Susan (William) Morehead; 9 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.​Harriett was a 41 year employee of the Mpls. Public Schools. Memorial service 11:00 AM Saturday, June...

David J. "Bubba” Gadow

David J. "Bubba” Gadow

May 6, 2019

David passed away suddenly on May 6, 2019.​He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Doris Gadow; and aunt, Marlys Gadow.​Dave is survived by his siblings, John (Mary) Gadow, Mary (Troy) Butler, and Ruth Worman; nieces and nephews, Heather (John) Schmit, James Gadow, Jeremy, Nicole and Tyler Westendorf, Kati (Joe) Lively, and Magdalena Worman; seven great-nieces and great-nephews;...

Brenda L. Bickel

Brenda L. Bickel

May 6, 2019

Brenda passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2019.​Survived by husband, David; daughters, Jamie Bickel (Johnny) and Melissa (Chaz) Trembley; grandchildren, Kolton, Mylie, John, and Logan; mother, Carol Johnson (Wendell); brother, James Gregware (Wendy); and many other relatives and dear friends.​A Celebration of Brenda's life will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, May 13 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME - ROSEVILLE, 2130...

Clarence A. "Pete" Wilcken, Jr.

Clarence A. "Pete" Wilcken, Jr.

May 6, 2019

Preceded in death by wife of 56 years, Darlene (nee Duren); parents, Clarence A. and Mary (nee Stevens); brother, Rev. Robert.  Survived by children, Linda (David) Polugar, Laurie (Dan) Slama, Tim (Mary), Tom, Suzanne (David) Barilec, Sharon (John) Preese; 17 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; other family and friends.  A graduate of St. Paul Central High School and University of Minnesota 1956 with a...

Constance L. Conroy

Constance L. Conroy

May 5, 2019

Preceded in death by husband, Gary; grandparents, Glen & Berniece Heffron and John & Virgie Gray; in-laws, William & Theresa Conroy.  Survived by son, William; grandchildren, Jackson, Colton, Mason, Jillian; parents, Stanley & LaVonne Gray; brother, John (Cheryl) Gray; nephews, Terrance, Zander & Elijah; and sister-in-law, Marilyn (Bob) Dinesen. Funeral service 11 AM Wednesday, May 8 at NORTH HEIGHTS LUTHERAN CHURCH,...

Robert E. Geisbauer

Robert E. Geisbauer

May 5, 2019

Preceded in death by wives, Geraldine & Betty. Survived by son, Gerald (Chris); grandchildren, Lisa (Matt) Johnson, Brian (Dayna), Ben (Melissa); great grandchildren, Elijah, Levi, Brooks, Hank, Addison & Griffin.  Visitation from 10 AM - Noon, Friday, May 10 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME-ROSEVILLE, 2130 N. Dale St. @ County Rd. B.  Interment Calvary Cemetery.

Doris E. Kirsch

Doris E. Kirsch

May 5, 2019

Age 89 of Circle Pines Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on May 5, 2019. Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; brother, Leon.  Survived by children, Robert (Nancy), Joanne (David) Claridge, Marilyn (Richard) Allerton, Kenneth, Richard (Rosendo Morera), Barbara (James) Day, David (Tami) and Holly (William) Dukowitz; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brother, Dean Ricker; nieces, nephews and...

Dean A. Mork

Dean A. Mork

May 3, 2019

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on May 3, 2019. 

Funeral service 11:00 AM Saturday, May 18 at King of Kings Lutheran Church, 2330 N. Dale St., Roseville. Visitation at the church from 9:30 - 11:00 AM Saturday.

Interment: Elmhurst Cemetery

Fred D. Dinger

Fred D. Dinger

May 3, 2019

Beloved husband, father, and grandfather.   Age 63 of Roseville, died unexpectedly, but peacefully in his sleep on May 3, 2019.   Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Betty.   Survived by loving wife of 40 years, Holly; sons, Justin (Beth), Jordan (Molly), and Jacob; grandchildren, James, Luke, Ruth, Rachel, Joseph, and granddaughter to be; brothers, David (Cheryl) and Don (Laurie); sister,...

Randy Kaufmann

Randy Kaufmann

May 3, 2019

Survived by wife, Suzan (nee Atwater); children, David Johnson, Daniel Johnson (Tara), and Angela Millican (Connor); grandchildren, Gwendolyn Johnson​Preceded in death by wife, Jeanette (nee Mueller); parents, Karl Kaufmann and Margaret (nee Sherman)​Randy was loved and will be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws and friends.​Randy was a human being of the most generous spirit. He gave of himself...

Alice L. Kast

Alice L. Kast

May 1, 2019

Alice Louise, age 88, of Circle Pines, born 1/25/31, died peacefully at home on May 1, 2019.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank & Mabel Keller and sister, Phyllis (John) Gormican; aunt, Dorothy Schreiner.  She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Dwaine “Doc” Kast; children, Linda Bernin, Sue Kast, Connie (John) Baumann, Mary (Ken) Dunlap,...

James E. Staff

James E. Staff

Apr 30, 2019

Age 40, of Eagan, passed away on April 30, 2019.​Preceded in death by mother, Sharon.​Survived by father, Victor; brother, Billy; and many friends.​Jim was a caring person who would help anyone in need. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.​Memorial visitation: 5-7 PM Thursday, May 16 at CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1930 Diffley Rd., Eagan, MN.

Henry "Hank" Niemiec

Henry "Hank" Niemiec

Apr 30, 2019

Passed away peacefully at Ecumen Seasons at Maplewood, at the age of 102 years old.   He was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.  He led an active, healthy, full life.  Private memorial and no visitation.

Kevin J. Hedgers

Kevin J. Hedgers

Apr 29, 2019

Age 63, of Lino Lakes, MN died peacefully with his family by his side on April 29th, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer.  He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Patricia; children, Bryan (Sara), Matthew (Becky), Justin (Lindsay); grandchildren, Madeline, Levi, Brynlee and Emree; mother, Marcella; siblings Karen Swanson (Harold), Linda Lewandowski (Lee), James (Jeannine), Thomas...

Nancy E. Reinhardt (Hamm)

Nancy E. Reinhardt (Hamm)

Apr 29, 2019

In the presence of our living Lord, Nancy embraced and entered the Kingdom of God, surrounded by her loving family. She passed away peacefully on April 29, 2019. Preceded in death by husband, Kenny; brother, Phil Hamm; and sister-in-law, Gerry Hagen.  Survived by children, Kari (Ed) Welter, Sandy (Mike) Wittmann, Dan (Monica); grandchildren, Jennifer Olsen (Ben), Jodi Bostrom (Grant), Savannah Jensen...

Roger M. Marlowe

Roger M. Marlowe

Apr 28, 2019

Age 72, of Little Canada, passed away April 28, 2019 surrounded by his family after a short battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Joyce; brother, Mike; and niece, Jody.  Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Vicki; daughter, Amelia (David) Loomis; son, James; grandsons, Zachary and Miles; siblings, Terry (Mary), Jolene (Mike) Duffert, Debra (Alan) Folie, and...

Gerald Wheeler

Gerald Wheeler

Apr 25, 2019

Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa & Great-Grandpa​Age 93, of Roseville Preceded in death by wife, Lois. Survived by daughters, Diane Medelberg, Cheryl Wheeler, and Jackie (Dan) Kukk; grandchildren, Eric (Kay) Medelberg, Rhonda (Layne) Albert, Rashelle (Shan) Mason, Dalton (Emily) Kukk and Gunner Kukk; great-grandchildren, Rylee, Abbey, Connor, Paige, Tyler, Kyle and Kole; siblings, Anita (Richard) Nelson and Jenice Kunzman; many nieces and nephews. Funeral service...