OBITUARIES
Albert V. Spangenberg
Jan 5, 2024
Al passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024, surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dewey and Eleanor Spangenberg; sister, Joanne Garlough; and mother-in-law, Katherine Berczyk. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Rose; children, Jeff (Julie), Tom (Colleen), and Sharon (Paul) Price; 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; sister, Leanore Fleischhacker; many...
Emogene E. Frantz
Jan 3, 2024
Age 98 of Maplewood, passed away January 3, 2024.
Preceded in death by husband, Joseph; son, Dan; granddaughter, Sally; daughters-in-law, Angela Frantz and Pam Frantz; and four siblings.
Survived by her children, William (Chris), Thomas (Sharon), Joan Frantz and Joseph; 16 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
Funeral service 11 AM Friday, January 12 at NORTH HEIGHTS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2701...
John Edward Brennan
Jan 3, 2024
On January 3, 2024, the world lost a beloved soul, John Edward Brennan, at the age of 81. Born on August 5, 1942, John’s journey on this earth was marked by a remarkable legacy of love, laughter and an unshakable spirit that now rests in eternal peace.
He is preceded in death by his father, Edward Brennan, and mother, Marcella;...
Erwin Farkas
Jan 1, 2024
It is somewhat fitting that Erwin left us on New Year's Day, as he loved celebrations of all kinds. He was born of Hungarian descent on August 28, 1929, in the town of Ombod, Romania where his family owned a general store and maintained a small farm.
In the spring of 1944, after losing his half-brother, who was sent to fight...
Stephen J. Klein
Jan 1, 2024
Stephen J. Klein, age 66 of St. Paul, passed away January 1, 2024.
Preceded in death by parents, Floyd and Jolie.
Survived by siblings, Nancy Strom, Tom Klein, Patty (Don) Thiets, John Klein (Sonja) and Paul (Deb) Klein; many nieces and nephews.
A visitation to celebrate Steve's life will be held from 4-7 PM Wednesday, January 10 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home...
Antoinette C. Haslach (née Haider)
Dec 31, 2023
Longtime Rice Streeter
Preceded by husband, Bill; parents, Anton & Clara Haider; siblings, Katie Barron, Agnes Raba, Helen Werner, Ray Haider, Fran Haider, Mary Ann Turner.
Survived by children, Sue (Jim) Scaramuzzo, Wayne (Diane), Jim (Barb), Janet (Craig) Seidenkranz; grandchildren, Tony, Nick (Krista), Joy (Dan), Megan (Jeff), Bonnie (Justin), Bill (Kari), Dan, Haley, Leah; great grandchildren, Sydney, Ava, Lexie,...
Catharine Mary Black
Dec 30, 2023
Catharine “Cathy” Black, age 74, of Roseville, MN, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2023.
Preceded in death by parents, Clair and Lucretia Rogers; sisters, Dorothy and Julie; brother, Tom, and best friend of over 40 years, Terri Adelmann.
Survived by her devoted husband of 54 years, Ed; children, Jenny (Sherman) Klein, Andy (Jen) Black and Amy Black (Krista Skoglund);...
Marcella M. Christensen
Dec 30, 2023
Marcella Marie Christensen passed away peacefully at Birchwood Health Care Center, Forest Lake MN, on December 30, 2023.
Marcella was born in Stillwater, MN on June 2, 1931 to Gertrude and Michael Gatzke. She grew up in Stillwater.
Marcella and Arnold Christensen were married on October 8, 1949, and blessed with four children, Wayne, Mark, Becky, and Tim.
Marcella will...
Susan M. Sherman
Dec 29, 2023
Susan Marie Sherman, age 60, passed away on December 29, 2023 after a short battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
Sue was born in St. Paul on November 15, 1963 to Hank and the late Pat DelCastillo. She graduated from Como Senior High School and worked for many years at the State of Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry as an IT...
Gerald T. O'Malley
Dec 29, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” O’Malley, age 82, of Roseville, MN, passed away peacefully in his home on December 29, 2023.
Born in River Falls, WI in December 1941 to James and Alice O’Malley, Jerry grew up on a farm with his four brothers (Jimmy, Pat, David, and Tim) and his sister (Helen).
Jerry proudly served in the U.S. Air Force from 1961...
Jeanne A. Johanson
Dec 27, 2023
Jeanne A. Johanson, age 93, of Bloomington, passed away December 27, 2023.
Preceded in death by husband, Roger; and brother, Vernon "Sonny" Olson.
Survived by children, Dana and Karen (Julie Angevine).
A memorial visitation for Jeanne will be held on Friday, February 2 from 5:00 - 7:00 PM at Amira Choice Roseville (3rd floor clubroom) 2996 Cleveland Ave. N, Roseville, MN.
Parking Instructions: Additional parking...
Mary W. Kubes
Dec 27, 2023
Mary W. Kubes, nee Grady, passed away on December 27, 2023 at age 89.
Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Winifred Grady; sister, Imogene Ames; and twin sister, Mae Bisek.
Survived by husband, Benedict “Benny” Kubes; children, Sandy (Kay) Kubes, Nancy (Tim) Nash, Lori (Chris Moore) Kubes, and Tom (Jackie) Kubes; loving grandmother to Ashlie (Tim) Nielson, Tommy...
Paul J. Kysylyczyn
Dec 27, 2023
Age 74 of Roseville, passed away on December 27, 2023.
Survived by wife, JoAnn; sons, John and Kevin; grandchildren, Sara and Michael; brothers, nieces, nephews, and friends.
Funeral service 10:30 AM Wednesday, January 3 at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME-ROSEVILLE, 2130 N. Dale St @ County Rd B. Interment Elmhurst Cemetery. Visitation 9:30-10:30 AM Wednesday at the funeral home.
Janet E. Hopkins
Dec 26, 2023
In loving memory of Janet Hopkins, a cherished wife, devoted mother, and adoring grandmother. Janet passed away peacefully on December 26th, 2023 leaving behind a legacy of love and warmth. Born March 12th, 1959, she dedicated her life to creating a nurturing home for her family.
Janet's unwavering love and kindness touched the lives of everyone around her. As a...
Suzanne M. Polymeros
Dec 25, 2023
Nee Stark
Age 70, of Anoka, MN.
Passed away in her home surrounded by loved ones on December 25, 2023.
Preceded in death by her parents, Edward & Vivian Stark; and husband, Dean.
Survived by daughters, Jody Simon, Vicki Tomczyk, Melanie (Erik) Engquist and Sara (Alan) Shannon; grandchildren, Mitchell, Madison, Nicole, Zach, Abbigale, Brandon and Isabella; great-grandson, Matthew; siblings, Dianne...
Elizabeth "Betty" Danks
Dec 24, 2023
Elizabeth "Betty" Danks, age 94 of Roseville, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 24, 2023.
Preceded in death by husband, Alfred; parents, Conrad and Elizabeth Klatt; siblings and spouses, Evelyn Smith (Raymond) and Roy Klatt (Elizabeth).
Survived by daughters, Karen (Mitch) Jorgensen and Cheryl (Kevin) Fiedler; grandchildren, Kate (Bryant) Johnson, Allie (Matt) Hallstrom, Melissa (Matt) Champ, Jenny (Tyler)...
Cherlyn Jean Kissell (née Tangen)
Dec 23, 2023
Age 75, of White Bear Lake, passed away on December 23, 2023.
Preceded in death by son, Mark Kissell; parents, Lloyd & Myrtle (Bjornson) Tangen; and sister, Karen (Tangen) Kissell.
Survived by children, Stacey (Andrew) Giemza & Brad Kissell; daughter-in-law, Jessica Kissell; grandchildren, Julia, Jaylen, Trace, Arabelle, Lincoln; and brothers, Roger & Jerry (Kathy) Tangen.
Visitation from 5-7 PM Friday,...
Jayden Lee Kline
Dec 21, 2023
Her death was a tragedy.
Her life was one of brightness and joy!
Jayden, 18 years old, was shot and killed on December 21, 2023. Our hearts are broken. Our grief deep. She was taken away from us way too soon. Her passing leaves a huge hole in the fabric of our family.
Jayden recently graduated from Columbia Heights High School where she...
Frank J. Aguirre
Dec 20, 2023
Age 86, of St. Paul. Frank received his angel wings on the morning of December 20, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on April 2, 1937 to Jose Aguirre and Henriqueta (Moreno). Preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Aguirre (Nelson); parents, Jose and Henriqueta; brothers, Henry, George, Ruben, Michael, Charles, Robert, William "Bill"; sisters,...
Charles D. White
Dec 20, 2023
Age 41, of St. Paul; passed away unexpectedly on December 20, 2023.
Preceded in death by his mother, Charlotte Rivet; and uncle, Thomas White.
Survived by his son, Isaac; sister, Jessica White; brother, Matthew White; father, Jim Sears; grandmother, Mabel Anderson; aunt, Evonne (Tim) Thode; uncle, Phil (Kari) Anderson; nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Funeral service 12...