OBITUARIES
Doris M. Biser
Jan 22, 2024
Age 91 of Circle Pines, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 22, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, Bruno and Frances Sprenger; siblings, Walter, Victor, Sylvester and Theresa Sprenger, Irene and Lauretta Domeier, Alice Sellner.
Survived by husband, Kenneth; children, Cheryl (Gary) Pagel, David (Kris), Paul (Shirlann), Michael (Angie), Linda (Scott) Flesch, Gary; grandchildren, Austin, Nicholas, Cassandra, Jessica (Chris),...
Morgan Rae Petersen
Jan 21, 2024
Morgan Rae, born January 5, 2019 to Lauren Lambert and Christopher Petersen.
Our angel was taken too soon and is loved by all who knew her.
Her beautiful laugh, big brown eyes, her poses, and the way she lights up a room will be remembered always. She had the biggest heart and loved her big brother, Mason, so much. Morgan is loved...
Irene Catherine Fowler (née Wopatek)
Jan 21, 2024
Irene Fowler, age 96, passed away peacefully early Sunday morning on January 21, 2024, with her loving husband of 71 years, Art, nearby. Born July 6, 1927, in St. Paul, MN to parents, Albert Wopatek and Sophia (Bulera) Wopatek.
Irene lived in Roseville near McCarrons Lake for 66 years until moving to Cardigan Ridge of Little Canada in Memory Care two years...
Elizabeth "Betty" Letendre (née Schriever)
Jan 18, 2024
Age 99.
Born in St. Paul on April 26, 1924, Betty passed away peacefully on January 18, 2024.
She had 12 children, and is survived by nine: Jackie Ritter (Dick), Valerie Berwald, Norma O’Connor (Jerry), Arlene Halverson, Charles (Debra), Joan Hagen (Ron), John, Joe, and Marty, and special daughter-in-law, Doris.
Betty was a grandmother to 28: Wes Evans, Jenny Harper (Don), Shawn (Jana),...
James J. Wychor II
Jan 17, 2024
In loving memory of James "Jim" John Wychor II, who passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family, on January 17, 2024 after fighting a courageous battle of respiratory onset ALS.
Jim was born on Labor Day, September 1, 1958 in Algona, IA to James Wychor, Sr. and Carol (Lindholm) Wychor. After living in Michigan and West Virginia,...
Robert D. Bentson
Jan 17, 2024
Age 94, US NavyOf Little Canada and resident of Cardigan Ridge. Passed away peacefully January 17, 2024. Preceded in death by wife, Lois. Survived by son, David (Christine) Bentson; grandchildren, Matthew Bentson and Maria (Carl) Sharperson; sister-in-law, Nancy Rosing; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Funeral Service 10:30 AM Thursday, January 25 at the MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1460 Almond Ave. W, St....
Frances Ruth Jolly
Jan 17, 2024
Born October 25, 1932 in Pine River (Backus) MN. Moved to St. Paul in 1957 until moving to Lino Lakes in 1959.
Survived by 10 children, Susan (Carey), Wayne, Kim (Peggy), Michael (Judie), Mark, Tim (Bev), Ronnie (Hanna), Karen (Pat), Andy (Suzy), Jody (Shari); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Bill Rohr; sister, Mary Handrahan; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
She...
Luke Edward Simons
Jan 16, 2024
Age 48, of Castle Rock, CO, passed away on January 16, 2024.Followed in death by mother, Lola Simons.Survived by father, Raymond Simons; sister, Bethany (Jeremy) Griffnow; and nephew, Max Griffnow.Visitation 1:00 - 2:00 pm Friday, April 19 at Grace Fellowship, 8601 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park followed by a memorial service at 2:00 pm.Private interment Roselawn Cemetery
Alice D. Mosner
Jan 15, 2024
Age 95, of Roseville, Minnesota, passed away on January 15, 2024.
Alice Mosner was born on December 18, 1928, the youngest of 7 children of Helmer and Alma Haug, of Crookston, Minnesota. She grew up on a small farm in a part of northwest Minnesota known as the Red River Valley. Alice went to “country” school for grades 1 and 2 and...
Patricia A. Shafer
Jan 15, 2024
Patricia A. Shafer, age 80 of St. Paul, passed away January 15, 2024.
Preceded in death by husband, Sheldon; and brothers, Terry and Duane "Sonny".
Survived by daughter, Tina (Chad) Bruner; son, Robert (Carla); grandchildren, Jennica (Aaron) Gruber, Tom, C.J., Derrek (Cassie); and great-grandson, Miles.
Pat was a 1961 graduate of Washington High School, and Pat and Shell are dancing...
Patricia R. Thomson (LaLonde/Fisher)
Jan 15, 2024
Age 78, of White Bear Lake.
Preceded in death by son, Shane Fisher; and parents, Raymond & Betty LaLonde.
Survived by husband, Donnie Thomson; children, Troy Fisher, Denny (Glenda) Fisher, Ginger Schminkey (Gary), Rick (Angie) Fisher; many grandchildren & great-grandchildren; siblings, Michael LaLonde, Vickie Pittenger, Mary Zeece, John (Debbie) LaLonde; step-children, Caroline Shelltrack and Heather Thomson (Tom); many other family and dear...
Irene Lois (Helgaas) Waage
Jan 13, 2024
Irene Lois (Helgaas) Waage of St. Paul, MN was born August 22, 1924 in Duluth, MN and died January 13, 2024 in St. Paul, MN.
Her parents were Nikolai and Oline Helgaas, both immigrants from Norway (1906 & 1905 respectively). She was raised in Duluth, MN and graduated from Central High School in 1943. She enlisted in the Navy (Waves)...
Steven M. Kuehne
Jan 13, 2024
Age 74, of Circle Pines.
Passed away January 13, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, Milton & Joyce; and brother Randy.
Survived by loving wife of 24 years, Cheryl; children, Brandon (Monika), Corina Kuehne and Shawn Kuehne; step-children, Joel (Kelly) Bechthold, Jennifer Rudge; grandchildren, Landan, Hayley, Jake and Thomas; siblings, Donny, Janet (Albert) Klimkowski and Barb (David) James; many...
Lori B. Lonetti
Jan 12, 2024
Lori B. Lonetti, of Maplewood, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024 surrounded by her family.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Gerald J. Lonetti; parents, William and Barbara Sorenson; sisters, Anna Marie Smith and Norma Daniels; brothers, Wilfred Sorenson, Armond Sorenson and Harold Sorenson; and very special friend, Richard Peterson.
Lori is survived by her...
Paul S. Phillippi, DDS
Jan 11, 2024
Preceded in death by his wife, and the love of his life, Gerry Phillippi (Lisowski).
Dr. Phillippi is survived by his children, Cassie (Tim) Joyce, Christian (Kathy) Phillippi, Cami (Josh) Phillippi; grandchildren, Nicholas (Clare), Lucas, Frankielyn, and Charliemay; siblings, Mary Jane Sherin; and Peter (Barb) Phillippi. Paul loved his family very much, and his grandchildren were his pride and joy.
Paul was...
Thomas M. Frank
Jan 11, 2024
Age 70, of Lino Lakes.
Passed away January 11, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, John & Eleanor; and brothers, John & Paul.
Survived by loving wife, Jean; sons, John (Amber), Ryan; siblings, Susan (Anthony) Alleva, Peter (Patty) Frank, Mary (Larry) O’Brien; many nieces, nephews and friends.
Memorial service 11 AM Friday, January 26 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME-LINO...
Richard J. Paulsen
Jan 11, 2024
Richard J. "Dick" Paulsen Jr. passed away peacefully at home on January 11, 2024, at age 85.
Dick was born in California, to Jean (Gray) and Richard Paulsen, Sr. His family moved to Alexandria, Minnesota, before settling in St. Cloud. He graduated from Cathedral High School, completed his undergraduate degree at Saint John’s University (SJU) in Collegeville, and earned a...
James A. Brock
Jan 11, 2024
James A. “Jim” Brock, age 71 of Ham Lake, passed away on January 11, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, John “Vern” & Jean.
Survived by loving wife, Cynthia; son, John; granddaughter, Madison; siblings, Jack (Jane) Brock, Jill (Glen) Bonde; nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Memorial service 11:00...
Richard T. Charbonneau
Jan 11, 2024
Richard (of Daytona Beach Shores, FL) was born on July 21, 1942 in San Francisco, CA to Jules (Mathews Quero), a newspaper man, and Marcia (Tomczak), a hard working farm girl who built battleships during World War II.
In 1951, after the passing of his father, he moved to Minnesota with his mother and sisters Joan and Julie. His...
Kenneth A. Richard, Jr.
Jan 10, 2024
Kenneth A. Richard, Jr., aged 74, passed away in his sleep and went to be with God on January 10, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, Lucille and Kenneth, Sr.; brother, Ronald; son-in-law, Jason Campbell; and many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.
Survived by sister, Susan; daughters, Nicole of Seattle (Greg), Stephanie of Los Angeles (Nathan), and Jacqueline of NYC (Jeremy);...