OBITUARIES

Dorothy V. Rosenwinkel

Dorothy V. Rosenwinkel

Sep 2, 2025

Dorothy Viola Rosenwinkel (nee Bohrer) was born in Pinckneyville, Illinois, on January 5, 1928. When she was two years old, the family moved to Murphysboro, Illinois where she graduated from Murphysboro High School in 1945. She then went on to St. John’s College in Winfield, Kansas where she earned an Associate Arts degree in Teacher Education in 1947. She subsequently...

Marilyn L. Campbell (née Pellinen)

Marilyn L. Campbell (née Pellinen)

Sep 2, 2025

Marilyn Campbell — lovingly known as our “Boss Lady” — passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 2nd at the age of 92. Born in Embarrass, MN, and later a longtime resident of Roseville, she lived her life with wit, strength, and unapologetic independence.

Marilyn had a gift for seeing people clearly. She could size you up in seconds, spoke...

James E. Quist

James E. Quist

Sep 1, 2025

Age 85 of Shoreview, passed away on September 1, 2025. 

Preceded in death by wife, Sharon. 

Survived by sons, Thomas (Deborah), Paul (Stacy), and David (Sarah); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 

A private graveside service will be held at Lakewood Cemetery.

Eugene A. Schwartz

Eugene A. Schwartz

Sep 1, 2025

Gene passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025 at the age 91 and 9 months. 

Preceded in death by wife, Patricia; parents, Joseph and Florence; brother, Michael; and grandson, Jonathan Gagliardi. 

Survived by children, Laurie (Kerry) Lorenz, Michelle (John) Gagliardi, Greg (Mary) Schwartz, Melissa (Larry) Peterson; 11 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brother, Joey (Kathy); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Gene was a...

Wayne M. Sanders

Wayne M. Sanders

Sep 1, 2025

Wayne Sanders, age 74, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 1, 2025.

Wayne was born on February 18, 1951, to Eric and Dorothy Sanders. He grew up in Lexington, Minnesota, alongside his brothers and sister. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Chester. 

Wayne was the proud father of Stacy (Michael Kriesel) Sanders...

Harold "Spike" Feickert

Harold "Spike" Feickert

Aug 31, 2025

Age 89, of Little Canada, passed away on August 31, 2025.

Preceded in death by wife, Eileen; granddaughter, Paige Olson; and siblings, Robert Feickert, Mildred Holum & Keith Feickert.

Survived by daughters, Jill (Jeff) Croonquist, Janelle (Joe) Olson, and Julie (Robert) Berken; grandchildren, Hannah, Brody, Gabriel, Lukas, Ian, and Samantha Rose; sister-in-law, Cindy Feickert; brother-in-law, Leo Holum; nieces & nephews; and longtime...

Stephen A. Feidt

Stephen A. Feidt

Aug 29, 2025

Age 65, of Little Canada, passed away on August 29, 2025.

Steve was a proud member of IBEW Local 23 and known to his friends and family as Steve or “Fido”.

Born September 6, 1959, resident of Little Canada, died on August 29, 2025, while recovering from a fall. Preceded in death by father, Arnold Feidt, and father-in-law, Dennis Miller. Survived by...

Audrey Marie Dick

Audrey Marie Dick

Aug 28, 2025

Audrey passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 28th, 2025. She was 99 years old when she was called home. Audrey loved being a wife, mother and grandmother – always making sure everyone had what they needed. She enjoyed baking, always asking what cookies others wanted for family functions and making extra in case some didn’t get any –...

Patricia Ann Fitzgerald (Blue)

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...