OBITUARIES

Stephen R. Gagnelius

Stephen R. Gagnelius

May 27, 2024

Age 75, of White Bear Township, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Dick & Betty (Reich) Gagnelius; uncles, Roger Gagnelius & Joe (Rosie) Reich; and in-laws, Bob & Dolores Baltes.

Survived by wife of 48 years, Nancy; daughters, Jennifer (Gary) Miller, Lisa (Travis) Renstrom, Ashley Gagnelius; grandchildren, Katherine, Natalie, Hailey, Cody, Lillie; and siblings, Ronnie Gagnelius,...

Christine Clare Juelich (Thul)

Christine Clare Juelich (Thul)

May 25, 2024

Following her courageous battle with kidney cancer, Christine Clare Juelich, age 75, surrounded by loving family, passed away peacefully on May 25th, 2024, in Silver Bay MN. Born on January 13th, 1949, in St. Paul MN, Chris was the daughter of Frank (Bill) and Clare Thul. 

Chris attended St. Agnes High School and graduated in 1967. She later went on to...

Suzanne M. Prantner

Suzanne M. Prantner

May 24, 2024

Age 74 of St. Paul, passed away on May 24, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Lucille and Robert Prantner; and brothers, Tommy and Ricky Prantner.

Survived by children, Donald Prantner, Marie (Arlo) White, Alicia Prantner (Tony Garza), and Kenneth Prantner (Amy Lemon); many grandchildren and great grandchildren; siblings, Sherry (Robert) DuFrane, Ronnie (Sheryl) Prantner, Debra Saheb, and Daniel LaBarre; many nieces,...

Marie A. Nordby

Marie A. Nordby

May 23, 2024

Marie Alvina Nordby (née Gemza), age 99, peacefully passed away on May 23,2024. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother who will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Marie cherished her family and was devoted to her faith.Marie was born on March 27, 1925 in St. Paul, MN. She grew up in St. Paul’s Frogtown area...

Carl Richard "Dick" Lasch

Carl Richard "Dick" Lasch

May 22, 2024

Carl Richard “Dick” Lasch was born December 19, 1937 to Carl and Helen Lasch in Grand Forks, ND.  

Dick graduated from Moorhead HS and began college at the University of Minnesota, cementing him forever as a lifetime Gopher fan! After his sophomore year, he transferred to Moorhead State University. Dick wrestled and was the captain of the golf team as...

George C. Holdgrafer

George C. Holdgrafer

May 22, 2024

Age 72, of St. Paul, formerly of Austin, MN, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024.Preceded in death by parents, Harold & Adeline (Watkins) Holdgrafer.Survived by cousins and many friends.George grew up in Austin, MN where he graduated from Austin High School (Class of 1969). He was a member of the Austin High debate team which won 1st Place in...

Marlene Ann Meyer

Marlene Ann Meyer

May 21, 2024

Beloved Mother & Friend. 

Passed away peacefully into the light on May 21, 2024 at the age of 91. 

Preceded in death by husband, Earl Meyer; son, Ron Meyer; daughter, Pat Valley; and son-in-law, Neal Valley. 

Survived by daughter, Deb (Tom) Laumeyer; four grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. 

She will be dearly missed by all who knew her. 

Funeral service 11 AM Thursday, May 30 at...

Helen L. Peter

Helen L. Peter

May 18, 2024

Helen Louise (Bierwagen) Peter, much loved wife, mother, grandmother and child of God, was born February 5, 1935 in the family farmhouse in Delmont, South Dakota. She was baptized on February 17, 1935 at Zion Lutheran Church in Delmont.  

In 1945 the family moved from Delmont to a ranch in Milesville, SD, which Helen’s father worked along with her older...

Barbara Joan Cunningham

Barbara Joan Cunningham

May 18, 2024

Barbara Joan (Brandt) Cunningham, age 72, died unexpectedly in her family home in Roseville, MN on May 18, 2024.Preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Joan Brandt of St. Paul, MN.Survived by her husband of 50 years, Edward Anthony Cunningham; sons, Mark Anthony Cunningham and spouse Rachel Marie Carlson, and John Edward Cunningham. Also survived by her siblings, Martha...

Thomas H. Swangstue

Thomas H. Swangstue

May 18, 2024

Thomas H. Swangstue, age 62 of Roseville, passed away May 18, 2024.Preceded in death by father, Henry; and sister, Kathy Colaizy.Survived by mother, Dolores "DeeDee"; son, Taylor; siblings, Karen (Tom) Koren, Larry (Kelley), and Kim; nieces and nephews.A visitation for Tom will be held from 9-11 AM Monday, June 3 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home - Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St....

Micheal Donahue

Micheal Donahue

May 17, 2024

Micheal Donahue, age 81 of Maplewood, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2024.He is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Emily Donahue; parents in-law, Charlie and Evelyn Huhta; brothers, Patrick, Daniel, and Thomas Donahue; brother-in-law, Jerry Randolph; and sisters-in law, Joan, Enid, Hilda, MaryJean, and Connie Donahue.He is survived by his wife, Sandra Donahue; daughter, Michelle (Brad) Moore;...

Dennis C. Dahl, Sr.

Dennis C. Dahl, Sr.

May 17, 2024

Dennis Craig Dahl, 74, of Anoka, Minnesota, passed away on May 17, 2024. He was born on June 8, 1949, in Dawson, MN. Specialist Dennis Dahl served in the Army from June, 1969 to April, 1971, Proud Vietnam Vet. After his military service, he dedicated 33 years of his life to Metro Transit Bus company. Dennis is survived by his son, Dennis...

Richard D. Lehmann

Richard D. Lehmann

May 15, 2024

Age 92, of Roseville, passed away on May 15, 2024.Preceded in death by wife, Betty Lou; brothers, Elmer & Bob; and sister, Betty Huberty. Survived by daughters, Debra Klatt & Dawn (Dieter) Oertwig; grandchildren & great grandchildren; and many nieces & nephews.Visitation 10:00 - 11:00 am Wednesday, May 22 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home (Roseville), 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd. B...

Audrey J. Waldal

Audrey J. Waldal

May 12, 2024

Age 84, of Blaine MN.Beloved mother and grandmother now with her Lord and Savior forever.Survived by children, Joy (John) Hiiva, Mark (Liz) Waldal, Adam (Joanna) Waldal; grandchildren, Becca (Ryan), Jessica, Sonja, David, Alayna, Alyssa, and Alexander; sister Roberta Oman; and sister-in-law Kathleen Waldal.Preceded in death by husband of 38 years, Ranuld Waldal; granddaughter, Emma; parents, Lloyd Oman Sr. and Helen...

Judy G. Hinrichs

Judy G. Hinrichs

May 12, 2024

Age 88 of Roseville, passed away on May 12, 2024.

Preceded in death by husband, Tag.  

Survived by children, Greg (Beth), Dave (Sara), Nancy (Carl Wiehe) Hinrichs, and Bob (Staci); grandchildren, Laura, Matt, Max, and Sam; and several great-grandchildren.   

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, July 14th from 2-6 PM at Sucker Lake Park, Shelter #2, 4500 Rice...

Phyllis M. Turek

Phyllis M. Turek

May 11, 2024

Phyllis passed away on May 11, 2024 at the age of 88.

Preceded in death by her husband, Albert Turek; parents, Edmund and Gertrude Memmer; and sister, Eunice Weber.

Survived by her children, Marilyn (Bernard) Hasse, Anna (Matthew) Montean, Barbara (William) Falardeau, Carol Crockett, Kathleen Turek, Margaret (Kenneth) Salmela, William (Cherie) Turek, and Bruce (Amy) Turek; grandchildren, Ryan (Jessica) LeWin, Brandon (Civil)...

John T. Eppolito

John T. Eppolito

May 10, 2024

John Eppolito, 71, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his daughter, Katie Ann; and his father, Frank. 

He is survived by daughters, Tricia (Mike) Nihart and Nicole; mom, Geri; brother, Frank; sister, Sandy; nephews, Kristopher (Brynna) Unise and Thomas Unise; granddaughter, Emily Heintz; and long-time friend, Debra Pruitt. 

 A celebration of life will be held at...

Fredrick R. Middlestead

Fredrick R. Middlestead

May 10, 2024

Age 76 of St. Paul, passed away on May 10, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Reinhold and Edna; brother, Robert.

Survived by son, Kevin (Peggy); daughter, Karrie (Alan) Carlson; grandchildren, Jacob, Rachel (Trey Isakson), and Justin Kellerman; and sister-in-law, Carol Middlestead.

Visitation 3:00 - 6:00 pm Thursday, May 23 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St @ County Rd B. There...

Sharon Lou Reichstadt

Sharon Lou Reichstadt

May 9, 2024

Sharon Lou Reichstadt (Kopren) was born on July 7, 1936 in Sioux Falls, SD to Theodore and Margaret Kopren. She was one of 5 siblings, Joan, Irv, Bobby, Teddy, & Terry. Sharon graduated from St. Paul Park High School. She worked for Wood Conversion and later worked at Bellaire Elementary School in White Bear Lake.Sharon and Ed were married on September...

Karen Maxine Albert

Karen Maxine Albert

May 8, 2024

Karen Maxine Albert, age 85 of Arden Hills and Marine on St. Croix, passed away May 8, 2024.Karen was born April 20, 1939 in Marine on St. Croix to Mildred and Lowell Bengtson. She was the oldest of 4 children, She went to a small country school. She was right-handed, but the teacher said "write exactly like I do" and...