OBITUARIES

June Ruth Roberts (Alich)

June Ruth Roberts (Alich)

Jul 18, 2025

Age 70, of Little Canada, passed away on July 18, 2025.

Preceded in death by parents, Rudy Alich & May (Delno) Geiger.

Survived by husband of 46 years, Wayne Roberts; children, David Roberts & Lisa (Brian) Thompson; grandchildren, Addison June, Evan Wayne, Lily May, Caleb Gene, Payton Jane; siblings, Jan (Curt) Olejniczak, Jackie Alich, John (Kay) Alich; and many nieces & nephews.

June...

John Clifford Novotny

John Clifford Novotny

Jul 17, 2025

John C. Novotny age 73, of Roseville, passed away on July 17, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Lucille; and brother, Joe.

Survived by his loving wife, Laurie; sons, Brian (Jamie) Novotny, and Joel Novotny (Lynn Johnson); grandchildren, Ryan (Jade) Novotny, Tyler Novotny (Teagan Green), Austin Novotny, Cami and Kayla Johnson; and great-granddaughter, Viviann Novotny.

Celebration of Life...

Eugene "Gene" Markowski

Eugene "Gene" Markowski

Jul 17, 2025

Age 84, of Maplewood, passed away on July 17, 2025.

Preceded in death by parents, Stanley & Rose Markowski; sisters, Elaine Langiewicz, Virginia Langiewicz, Dorothy Ranallo, and Marion Burnzynski; brothers, Stanley Markowski, Jr. and Francis Markowski; and his beloved Akita, Baron.

Gene was a proud father, grandfather, and dedicated business owner of First Landmark Builders for 31 years. He loved traveling, especially...

Kenneth W. Uthe

Kenneth W. Uthe

Jul 16, 2025

Born April 15, 1929, in Bird Island Mn. He passed away on July 16, 2025.

Kenny was a Korean War Navy veteran. He married LaVonne Lauer in 1950 while still serving in the Navy. Shortly after service they moved to Circle Pines and remained there for the duration of their life, seventy plus years.

During their lifetime Ken’s profession was a milkman...

Michael Mace Thomas

Michael Mace Thomas

Jul 13, 2025

Michael Mace Thomas, age 48, of Roseville, MN, passed away unexpectedly from cardiac arrest, after performing in Mary Poppins, on Sunday, July 13, 2025. His obituary picture was taken just two days prior, in character, and we think it deeply reflects his whimsical spirit.

He is survived by wife, Elizabeth Doherty Thomas; children William and Livia Thomas; parents, Jeffrey and Dorothy...

Donna J. Leverty

Donna J. Leverty

Jul 13, 2025

Age 96, of White Bear Lake.

Preceded in death by husband Walter "Peanut".

Mother of Betsy, Jeannie Kelly (Mick), Jackie Golden (Tom), and Jodi Struss (Gordy). Grandmother of Brett (Christina), Krystal (Shane), Megan (Dave), Cody (Lyric), Hanna (Austin), and Logan. Great-Grandmother of Shelby, Ryder, Wyatt, Anna, Leighton, Allie, and Lennon.

She lived her life to the fullest. She loved her family, the casino,...

David R. Vinz

David R. Vinz

Jul 11, 2025

May 6, 1942 (Spencer, SD) - July 11, 2025 (St. Paul, MN)

David, 83, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones. He left our earthly presence and went to rest in Jesus.

Preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Freda (née Meueler); loving step-mother, Lucile Vinz; brothers, Virgil, Henry Jr., James, Warren, and Duane; and sisters, Vivian, Virginia, Juanita, Charlotte,...

Robert W. Luedke

Robert W. Luedke

Jul 9, 2025

Robert W. "Bob" Luedke, age 82 of Shoreview, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2025.

Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Sandy.

He is survived by his sons, Greg (Kris) and William; daughter, Pam; grandchildren, Sabrena, Jordon, Joel and Jessica (Chad) Costello; great-grandchildren, Layla and Benson; sister, Barb Bronk; and brother, Bill (Judy) Luedke.

Bob loved his time at Mission Lake...

Gerald M. Boldt

Gerald M. Boldt

Jul 7, 2025

Jerry Boldt, age 92 of Roseville, MN, very lovingly missed and remembered by family and friends, passed away at home surrounded by his family on July 7, 2025.

Preceded in death by his first wife of 31 years, Lois (Kubesh); his parents, Henry and Jean Boldt, and two sisters, Marilyn Idle and Lois Hollenbach.

Survived by wife of 36 years, Diane; son,...

Erich G. Tessman

Erich G. Tessman

Jul 7, 2025

Erich G. Tessman, age 60 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly surrounded by his family on July 7, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Lee Elm; and brother-in-law, Mike Miller.

Erich is survived by his wife of 35 years, MaryAnn; children, Nick (Megan) Tessman and Erica (Drew) Senarighi; 3 grandchildren, Emerson, Blake, and Easton; parents Jerry and Gail Tessman;...

Keith E. Hanson

Keith E. Hanson

Jul 5, 2025

Keith Elliot Hanson, born 1/26/1944 passed away at his home in Shoreview, Minnesota on July 5th, 2025. He was 81. Keith had been living with deteriorating health for some time.

He was preceded in death by his partner, Richard Borland; parents, Lyle and Merlyn; sister, Mary; and brother, David. He is survived by his brother, Wayne (Myra); sister- in-law, Mariette; nephews,...

Jerry W. Potts

Jerry W. Potts

Jul 4, 2025

Age 75 of East Bethel, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 4, 2025.

Preceded in death by wife, Nancy; parents, Alvin and Charlotte; and siblings, Jim, Duane, Betty, Greg, Bob, Debrah Wold, and Richard.

Survived by children, Tim (Melynda Nourse), Aimee (Chris) Nielsen, Nathan; grandchildren, Krystyna, Logan, Isaac, Jonah, Owen, Ethan; great-grandchildren, Esabella and Genesis; brother, Ron; sister-in-law, Peggy Potts;...

Martin S. King

Martin S. King

Jul 3, 2025

Martin Scott King. Born February 28, 1962 weighing in at 9 lbs 8.5 oz.

Died July 03, 2025 during his sleep, at 63 years of age.

Martin had a thirst for knowledge from a young age and excelled throughout his academic years. A comment made by his kindergarten teacher was, "Martin likes any art work, especially coloring". Martin proved her words true...

Diana L. LaRock

Diana L. LaRock

Jul 3, 2025

Diana L. LaRock, age 79, of Hugo, MN, was welcomed into Heaven on July 3, 2025. A beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Friend, Diana will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Cyrill and Victoria Dreawves; her sisters, Geraldine Primus and Marlene Wanner; and her brother, Francis Dreawves.

Diana is survived by her...

Eleanor S. Staler

Eleanor S. Staler

Jul 2, 2025

Eleanor Sculti Staler, Italian Mama and beloved “Gammy/GiGi”, entered eternal life on July 2, 2025.

Survived by her seven beloved children, Ave Lachiewicz (the late Paul Lachiewicz) of Chapel Hill, NC, Joseph Staler (Joanne Staler) of Nashville, TN, Gregory Staler (Bob Copeland) of Minneapolis, MN, Jayne Thorpe of Denver, CO, Lisa Staler Gallerano of Dallas, TX, Virginia Staler Nash (Jim Nash)...

Jane T. Dagen (Holly)

Jane T. Dagen (Holly)

Jul 1, 2025

Of Woodbury and Hanging Kettle Lake, Aitkin MN.

Our sweet Jane passed away peacefully at home after a seven-year challenge with cancer. 

Preceded in death by her parents, Don and Lil Holly, who were waiting for her. 

Survived by her loving husband, Jeff, who cared for her and traveled her journey with her every day until the end. Also survived by her four-legged BFF, Millie....

Cindy A. Finch

Cindy A. Finch

Jul 1, 2025

Age 67, of Lino Lakes.

Preceded in death by husband, John Finch.

Survived by children, Jennifer Oltman and Carl Newmarch; and other family and friends.

Cindy loved being the lunch lady at Centennial Schools for 26 years. 

She enjoyed watching the Twins, fishing, and doing yardwork.

Private family service.

Bruce Dale Dressen

Bruce Dale Dressen

Jun 30, 2025

Bruce Dale Dressen, 75, passed away at his home in Roseville, MN, on June 30, 2025, after a brief illness. A longtime resident of New Brighton, MN, Bruce was a passionate supporter of Mounds View High School athletics, especially baseball. A devoted sports enthusiast, he spent many summers coaching high school baseball, one of his passions.

Bruce loved visiting his children...

Roger Allan Arnold

Roger Allan Arnold

Jun 30, 2025

Roger Allan Arnold, age 73 of Brooklyn Center, passed away on June 30, 2025 at Woodlake in New Hope, Minnesota.

Visitation 10:00 - 11:00 am Thursday, July 24 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home (Roseville), 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd. B followed by a funeral service at 11:00 am at the funeral home.

Roger Allan Arnold was born on August 2, 1951...

Peter J. Olin

Peter J. Olin

Jun 30, 2025

Peter J. Olin, friend and mentor to gardeners and nature-lovers across generations and throughout the world for his service as Director of the renowned Minnesota Landscape Arboretum from 1984-2008, died on June 30, 2025 in St. Paul. He was 87. 

As the Arboretum’s third Executive Director, Mr. Olin significantly extended and enriched the legacy left him by his predecessors, Leon Snyder...