OBITUARIES
Beatrice J. Renaud
Feb 13, 2025
Beatrice Jean (Butler) Renaud was born May 14, 1927 in Chester, IA, to George Butler and Sarah Mildred (Boal) Butler. Eventually, they moved back to the family farm in Morning Sun, IA to be closer to grandparents. At this time, her only sibling, Virginia Ann, was born. Bee-bee as she was nicknamed, attended school in Morning Sun and graduated from...
Carolyn L. Erkfitz
Feb 11, 2025
Carolyn L. Erkfitz, age 72, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully/suddenly on Tuesday, February 11, 2025.
Born January 4, 1953 in Pemberville, Ohio, Carolyn was the daughter of Scott & Marveline Richards. She married Frank D. Erkfitz on May 13, 1976 in Elkton, Michigan. He preceded her death on March 1, 2011.
Carolyn graduated in the class of 1971 of North Huron...
Gertrude J. Lehner
Feb 11, 2025
Gertrude “Trudy” Lehner was called home February 11, 2025, at the age of 104. She was a fun-loving, feisty little woman. She loved life and her family. She loved to tell the stories of her adventures. She would smile, giggle, and sparkle when she would tell these stories.
She grew up as a farm kid in Bird Island, MN. She would tell us how...
Helen Wingblade Skon
Feb 10, 2025
Helen Gladys Wingblade was born on January 4, 1925, to Henry and Gunhild (Hagstrom) Wingblade in St. Anthony Park, Minnesota. The doctor traveled by horse and buggy through a blizzard from the East Side of St. Paul to assist with her home delivery. Helen was welcomed by her two older sisters, Evangeline and Alice. Three years later, their family grew...
Linda Liupakka
Feb 10, 2025
Linda Liupakka, age 59, died on February 10, 2025 in her home in Roseville, MN.
Linda was born on September 15, 1965 to Carol and Dale Liupakka in Duluth, MN. Carol was overjoyed to finally have a baby girl. Growing up, Linda enjoyed sports, even playing hockey on the boys' team. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Esko, MN. After...
Jeanne A. Nagel
Feb 8, 2025
Jeanne Nagel, age 75, traveled to her Heavenly home on Saturday, February 8th, 2025. She was a life-long resident of St. Paul, Minnesota. Jeanne currently resided in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.
She was born on July 10th, 1949 to Carl Otto and Martha Nagle in Long Island, New York. Jeanne lived with her mom and grandmother Bertha Leonhardi in St. Paul,...
Carolyn Arleen Francisco
Feb 8, 2025
Carolyn went to be with the Lord on February 8, 2025 after a fourteen-year fight against multiple myeloma. She died peacefully surrounded by family.
She was preceded in death by loving parents, Arnold and Myra Peterson; devoted husband of nearly 60 years, William “Bill” Francisco; and caring son-in-law, Ken Smith.
Survived by brother, Keith Peterson; sister, Jaci (Ron) Klick; daughters, Diane (Jay)...
James Stephen Nelson
Feb 7, 2025
James Stephen Nelson, of Roseville, passed away on Friday, February 7 at the age of 84. Born April 6, 1940 to Wallace and Elsie Nelson of York, Nebraska.
Steve is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Stuart; and granddaughter, Kasey Hall.
Steve will remain in the hearts of his wife of 63 years, Carolyn; children, Tad (Sue) Nelson, Theresa Linsmeyer, Tara...
Terrence A. Ethen
Feb 4, 2025
Terrence A. "Terry" Ethen, age 76, formerly of Virginia, MN, passed away February 4, 2025.
Terry was born January 14, 1949 to Maurice E. and Eva (Sand) Ethen in St Cloud, MN and grew up in St Paul, MN.
He was preceded in death by his father, Maurice E.; brothers, Maurice D. and John; sister, LuAnne Aamodt; and niece, Jessica Jenson.
Survived by...
Juanita L. Grayden
Feb 3, 2025
Juanita Louise Grayden, age 99 of Roseville, passed away January 3, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Royal W.
Survived by son, David (Bonnie); grandchildren, Anthony (Kellie), Rachael (George) Kieffer, and Gretta (Tommy) Lindabaur; great-grandchildren, Leo and Letti.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Friday, February 21 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 380 E. Little Canada Rd, Little Canada. Visitation will...
Donna Mae Zastrow
Feb 3, 2025
Age 87, of Lino Lakes.
Preceded in death by husband, Irvin; grandson, Jason Zastrow; great-granddaughter, Gracelynn Villella; brothers, Larry (Lorraine) Dupre & Jim Dupre; sister, Eleanor (Wally) Marier; and parents, Arthur & Irene Dupre.
Survived by children, Tim (Mary), Dan (Terri), Patty (Steve) Villella; grandchildren, Kristi, Kari, Nick, Stephanie (Biren), Vinny (Marissa); great-grandchildren, Neveah, Layla, Indira, Charlotte, Arun, Verabell, Chase, Jaxon, and...
Thomas J. Tereau
Feb 2, 2025
Thomas J. "Tommy" Tereau, age 54 of New Brighton, passed away February 2, 2025
Survived by his beloved mother, Joanie (Dave) Dillworth; father, Robert Tereau, Sr.; brother, Robert (Dale) Tereau, Jr.; and sister, Kathleen (Charles) McAulay.
Tom was loved by many friends. His greatest loves were frisbee golf, and being an avid fisherman.
Per Tommy's wishes, there will be no services.
Vernon G. Phillippi
Feb 1, 2025
Passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at the age of 94.
Reunited in death with the love of his life, RoseMarie (“Babe”).
Vern was a veteran of the United States Army, serving our country overseas, and a proud member of the Midway Men's Club. After retiring from Whirlpool, Vern and Rose relocated to Mora where they relished in lake life and...
Lorraine M. Mertz
Feb 1, 2025
Age 90, of Roseville, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband of 67 years, Bill; and daughter, Nancy Adams.
Survived by children, Karen (Tom) Johnson, Susan O'Neil, Bob (Jennifer) Mertz, Patty (Brad) Larsen, Mary Mertz, Barb (Tim) Piersa, and Kathy Mertz; eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and sisters, Marian & Barbara Wolters.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM...
Gale A. Jallen
Jan 30, 2025
Age 94, of Roseville, passed away on January 30, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Joan.
Survived by children, Nancy (Todd) Koch and Paul (Mary Beth) Jallen; grandchildren, Karen Koch (Carl), Sarah (Blue) Delliquanti, Katherine Koch, Emily (Ryan) Bailey, Matthew Jallen, and Cale (Maggie) Jallen; niece-in-law, Lauren (Steve) Workman; and many other family members.
Gale grew up on a small farm in Veblen,...
Virginia R. Kuck (née Lee)
Jan 29, 2025
Age 93, of Roseville, passed away on January 29, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Fred "Fritz"; and siblings, Charlotte Moos, Fred Nelson, Phyllis Fyler & Muriel Racutt.
Survived by daughters, Kris & Judy; Dave Nellessen; and family & friends.
Virginia ("Ginna" / "Boots") was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Robert and Mattie Lee, the youngest of five children. She grew up in...
Ronald E. Sherbert
Jan 28, 2025
Ronald "Ron" Eldor Sherbert (born Ronald Boelter), age 77, passed away on January 28. 2025 in Glendale, Arizona.
Ron was born on August 4, 1947 in New London, Wisconsin, and dedicated his life to public service. He served with the St. Paul Police Department for 28 years, retiring in 2009 as a sergeant in the juvenile division. His career was marked...
Richard A. Ames
Jan 26, 2025
Age 54, of Brooklyn Park, formerly of Winona.
Went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2025.
Preceded in death by father, Richard F.; and uncles, LeRoy, Ralph, and Ronald Jr.
Survived by mother, Doris; aunts & uncles, Eileen Frischmon, Fr. Allen Courteau O.M.I., Raymond Ames (special friend Ellen Holmgren), and MaryAnn Kemmer; cousins, Brett (Kim), Scott, and Ross.
Thank you to the...
Nathalie "Nat" Atchison
Jan 25, 2025
Nathalie “Nat” Jeanne Atchison passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025 in Centerville, MN.
She was preceded in death by husband, Bob; sons, Ron and Dan; daughter, Pam; siblings, Gerald, Merrill, Keith and Donna; and lastly, grandson, Robbie.
She is survived by sons, Craig (Pat) Atchison and Mike (Lori) Atchison; daughter, Karla Olson; and daughter-in-law, Sue Atchison. She is also survived...
Dorothy E. Hansen
Jan 25, 2025
Dorothy Eleanor Hansen, age 101, passed away peacefully in her home with her son and granddaughter by her side on January 25, 2025.
Dorothy was born in St. Paul, MN and was a wonderful mother, grandmother and dedicated hard worker at Midway Hospital for many years.
Dorothy was known for her Betty Boop collection.
She is survived by her sons, Paul Hansen and...
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