OBITUARIES

Donald A. Strasser

Donald A. Strasser

Sep 5, 2017

Obituary suspended due to unpaid funeral expenses.

Frank Sparks

Frank Sparks

Sep 5, 2017

Frank B. Sparks passed away at his home in the early morning of Tuesday, September 5, 2017 after a lionhearted battle with cancer.  He is survived by his wife, Andrea and his children, Hailee (19), Devonte (16), Elijah (11), Frank Reign (20mos.) and Isley (7 weeks.) He is also survived by his mother, Joyce Sparks; father, Nathaniel Sykes; brothers, Ray, Billy, Chris,...

Anita L. Anfang

Anita L. Anfang

Sep 5, 2017

Beloved Mother - Age 90, of Maplewood​Born September 12, 1926; passed away September 5, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, George; parents, Leona and Miron Panasow; and siblings, Edward “Tweet”, Leona “Tootsie”, and Dorothy. Survived by daughters, Kathy and Andrea; son, Geoff; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Anita will be remembered for always opening her home to family and friends. She...

Jeannette L. Saabye

Jeannette L. Saabye

Sep 4, 2017

Age 99 of Roseville Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 4, 2017.   Preceded in death by husband, George; 2 sisters; 1 brother.   Survived by children, Gerald (Betty Carlson), James (Gail), Wanda Evers, Lorna (Dale) Eickelberg; 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-granddaughter; sister-in-law, Alvina Hallberg; multiple nieces and nephews.   Funeral service 11 AM Thursday, September 7 at ROSEVILLE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1215...

Mary G. Engebretson

Mary G. Engebretson

Sep 4, 2017

Age 94 of Roseville Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Sister​Preceded in death by husband, John. Survived by five daughters, Susan Engebretson, Mary (Dave) Gontarek, Carol (James) Byrne, Margaret (Tom) Stadnik and Katherine (Nordine) Cheikh, ten grandchildren, one great-grandchild, dear sister, Joanne Sletten and sister-in-law, Betty Engebretson.  Mary was born in St. James, Minnesota on July 23, 1923. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a...

John D. Leaders

John D. Leaders

Sep 2, 2017

Age 72, of Roseville, on September 2, 2017.  Survived by wife of 39 years, Carol (nee Hanson); close cousins, Betty Menze, Elaine Lundgren, Bob (Diane) Leaders; Godchildren, Derek Dresser & Clark Leaders; and many other cousins, other family & friends. Born in St. Paul, John grew up in Otter Tail, MN, before returning to the Twin Cities and graduating from...

Ronald F. Van Heel

Ronald F. Van Heel

Aug 31, 2017

Age 65 - Of Little CanadaPassed away August 31, 2017​Preceded in death by father, Norbert.​Survived by mother, Eileen; sisters, Sandy Olson and JoAnn McDonnell; nieces, nephews and friends.​Memorial Service 6:00 PM Wednesday, September 6 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home - Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. @ County Rd B. Visitation at the funeral home from 5-6 PM Wednesday 9/6.​

Fr. Leo J. Tibesar

Fr. Leo J. Tibesar

Aug 31, 2017

Born December 7, 1942 in St. Paul, MN, died peacefully on August 31, 2017 at age 74.   Leo was a graduate of St. Agnes School and Nazareth Hall.  He was ordained into the Priesthood on March 9, 1968.  Leo is preceded in death by parents Leo, Sr. and Margaret “Marge” Tibesar.  Survived by brother, Rick (friend Ginni Doyle); and sister, Rose (Dennis)...

Dolly Poundstone

Dolly Poundstone

Aug 31, 2017

Age 76, of Blaine, MN passed away on August 31, 2017. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Larry; parents, Frank and Till (Guzik) Reinholtz.   Survived by beloved children, Kim (Paul) Smith, Scott and Shawn;  adored grandchildren, David, Abbey and Matthew Smith; Nicholas and Jacob; Madyson and Sam Poundstone; cherished sisters, Ginger (Jim) Strande, Georgie (John) Davis and Stevie Swanson; sisters-in-law,...

David J. Peterson

David J. Peterson

Aug 30, 2017

Mr. Peterson transitioned to glory on August 30, 2017, at St. Peter’s Hospital, Helena, MT.​David was born on Oct. 18, 1937, in Fosston, MN.; the son of Arthur and Lillian(Geldaker) Peterson.  While growing up, he attended school through the fifth grade in Fosston and then moved with his family to the neighboring town of McIntosh where he graduated in 1955...

Arturs Klavins

Arturs Klavins

Aug 29, 2017

Age 86, of St. Paul, passed away on August 29, 2017. ​Arturs was Latvian by birth, but American in spirit. He was proud of his heritage and was active within the local Latvian community. Preceded by parents, Jekabs & Anna; brother, Richard; sister, Lidija; and nephew, Art. Survived by nephew, John (Ann Marie); niece-in-law, Margaret; grandniece & nephews, Luke, Joshua, Kara,...

Laurie Ann Nelson

Laurie Ann Nelson

Aug 26, 2017

Age 56 - Of Lino Lakes​Laurie's long and valiant battle with stage 4 breast cancer came peacefully to an end on August 26, 2017.​Survived by spouse of 20 years, Rochelle Miller; daughter, Taylor Nelson-Miller; mother, Nancy Nelson; and 3 siblings. Laurie was a 29 year employee of Centennial School District ECFE​Memorial Service 5:00 PM Saturday, September 9 at Our Savior's...

June M. Zytkovicz

June M. Zytkovicz

Aug 25, 2017

Age 77, of Ham Lake Jesus called her home on August 25, 2017.  Preceded in death by son, Daniel; and brother, James Onsager.  Survived by loving husband, Duane; daughters, Brenda (Dan) Lammi, Cristy (Kurt) Kiffmeyer, Lori (Cary) Swanson; step-daughters, Karen and Catherine (Joe) Mayer; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald (Annette) Onsager and Robert (Nicole) Onsager; and many other family and...

Patricia M. Seebeck

Patricia M. Seebeck

Aug 24, 2017

Age 93, of Shoreview Passed Peacefully on August 24, 2017 Preceded in death by husband, Arthur Jr.  Survived by children, JoAnn (Dick) Washburn, Jim (Tina), Mark (Joanna); grandchildren, Wendy, Jill, Matthew, Josie; and 8 great-grandsons.  Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, August 30 at ST. JOSEPH OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes. Private interment. Visitation at the...

Christine E. Link

Christine E. Link

Aug 24, 2017

Beloved Mother, Sister,  Grandmother, Aunt

Passed away at 68, surrounded by family on August 24, 2017.  

Born in St. Paul, graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in ’67, lived in Little Canada & proud member of Maternity of Mary Church Choir.  

Preceded in death by her parents, James & Margaret Link & her brother, Steven.  

Survived by her children, Keith (Flo), Eric...

Albert L. Betz

Albert L. Betz

Aug 24, 2017

Age 90, of St. Paul; on August 24, 2017.

Preceded in death by wife, Katy; sister, Lucille; and great-grandson, Nick.  

Survived by children, John (Sue), Peggy (Gary) Trudeau, and Cindy (Greg) Neisen; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews. 

Al enjoyed staying active with his friends at the Hamline Highrise, watching movies, playing bingo and going to the casino. He also...

Floyd W. Linnell

Floyd W. Linnell

Aug 23, 2017

Age 85, of Lino Lakes  Passed away August 23, 2017 Preceded in death by wife, Elsie (nee Junkans).  Survived by children, Laurie (Chris) Gerken, Kim Linnell, Julie (Scott) Thompson; grandchildren, David, Danielle, Timothy, Diana, Jonathan, Tyler, Nicholas and Elizabeth; great-granddaughters, Aurora and Luna; 2 nephews and many friends.  Funeral service 10 AM Monday, August 28 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME-LINO LAKES, 7050...

Philip C. Way

Philip C. Way

Aug 21, 2017

Preceded in death by parents; brother, Jerry; brother-in-law, Clayton.   Survived by loving wife, Julie; sons, Christopher (Julia), Michael, John; grandchildren, Payton, Reilly, Kiera, Isla and Lochan; siblings, CeCe Erickson, Paul (Angela) and Jean (Ray) Tierney; and other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. ​Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Wednesday, August 30 at THE CHURCH OF ST. ODILIA, 3495 N. Victoria St,...

Patricia L. Katz

Patricia L. Katz

Aug 21, 2017

Beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother.Passed away on August 21, 2017.  Preceded in death by husband George; infant son, Patrick; parents and five brothers and sisters.  Survived by children, Jeanne (Aimé Dechaine), Michael, Margaret (Nick Pompeo), James (Mary Kay), Mary Jordeth (Roger), David (Toni), Charles (Barbara) and Tony (Maggie); grandchildren, Eric (Janée), Ann (Brad), Daniel, Patricia, David, Jessica (Dan), William (Tiffanie), Bridget and...

Steven J. Schroeder

Steven J. Schroeder

Aug 20, 2017

Age 62 of Blaine, passed away on August 20, 2017.  Preceded in death by parents, John and Marjorie Schroeder.  Survived by children, Abby (Adam) Rauchbauer, Robert Schroeder, Lizzie Schroeder and their mother, Mary Kay Schroeder; siblings, John (Penny) Schroeder, Barb Brandt, David Schroeder and Bill (Julie) Schroeder; nieces, nephews and friends.  Memorial visitation from 4 – 8 PM Thursday, August 24...