OBITUARIES

Mark M. Christensen

Mark M. Christensen

Jul 24, 2026

Age 72, of Lakeland.

Preceded in death by parents, Arnold and Marcella Christensen; and siblings, Wayne Christensen, Tim Christensen, and Becky Moore.

Survived by fiancée of 29 years, Charlene "Char" Ertle; stepchildren, Joshua Ertle and Melinda (Ryan) Johnson; grandchildren, Abby, Livy, and Kenadee; brothers-in-law, Dennis Moore, Ken Halberg, Doug Halberg (Sue); sisters-in-law, Brenda Christensen, Renee Richert (Bob); many nieces, nephews, other relatives...

David M. Palm

David M. Palm

Jul 23, 2026

David Michael Palm, born on June 8, 1956, to Robert and Edith Palm, passed away early Thursday morning, July 23, 2026, at the age of 70.

David was a devoted father, loving brother, and hardworking man who believed in providing for his family, treating others with respect, and always doing his best. Before suffering a life-changing stroke in 2005, he spent...

Robert B. Moe

Robert B. Moe

Jul 23, 2026

Robert B. Moe, 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, with his beloved partner, Mary, and daughters, Kris and Lisa, by his side.

Bob will be remembered for his strength, strong work ethic, resilience, and generous spirit. Always a fighter, he faced life’s challenges with courage and was always willing to help others. A lifelong motorcycle enthusiast, Bob found his greatest...

Bertrand A. Kolles

Bertrand A. Kolles

Jul 22, 2026

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved father, Bertrand Aloy Kolles, for whom age was just a number that could not quell a spirit of hard work, dedication to family, and lifelong passion for health and healing—nor diminish his great sense of humor and big smile.

Age 94, of Roseville, MN, he passed away...

Robert W. Carter

Robert W. Carter

Jul 20, 2026

Passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2026. 

Past President of the Minnesota Aquarium Society and owner of BC Stonewear. 

Survived by parents, William and Velma; brothers, Matthew and Mark; and significant other, Pat. 

A memorial service is being planned for a later date.

Colleen M. Shull

Colleen M. Shull

Jul 20, 2026

Age 77 of Circle Pines, passed away on July 20, 2026. 

Preceded in death by parents, Al and Mae Kane; and brother, Mike Kane. 

Survived by husband of 54 years, 10 months, and 3 days, Marvin; daughter, Laura (Kent) Stenberg; sons, Kenneth (Melissa) and Ronald (Jenifer) Shull; and grandchildren, Olivia & Elizabeth Stenberg, Kevin, Trevor, Kyle, Jameson, and Annabel Shull. 

Graduate of St....

Thomas Alan "Tommy" Weyer

Thomas Alan "Tommy" Weyer

Jul 20, 2026

Thomas Alan Weyer, age 67, of Cambridge, Minnesota, passed away on July 20, 2026, following a courageous fight after suffering a severe hemorrhagic stroke.

Tommy was generous, hardworking, respectful, loyal, charismatic, persistent, and deeply caring. He was truly one of a kind. He made an impact wherever he went, and once you met Tommy, you did not forget him.

Tommy was born...

James Thomas Hielsberg

James Thomas Hielsberg

Jul 18, 2026

James "Jim" Hielsberg, age 77, passed away on July 18, 2026, at his home in Roseville, MN. He was known to many around Alexandria as "Gig". To the Rice Street regulars, he was often referred to as "The Kid". To his family, he was Jim, Jimmy, or Pop.

Jim was born on April 4th, 1949, in Saint Paul, MN. He was...

Wanda J. Grams

Wanda J. Grams

Jul 17, 2026

Wanda Jean Grams passed away peacefully at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, on Friday, July 17, 2026, at 1:06 p.m. 

Wanda was born in Pasadena, Texas, on May 13, 1948, to William Robert Page, Sr. and A. Beatrice Page. Though she moved to Maryland in 1978, and eventually made Minnesota her home in 2007, she never lost her Texas roots....

Peter James Steineck

Peter James Steineck

Jul 17, 2026

Peter Steineck, age 76, passed away on July 17, 2026. He was born on December 29, 1949, in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Peter became a licensed psychologist in 1989 and spent his career helping others through his compassionate work in mental health. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing the guitar, singing, and acting. He cherished spending time on Minnesota’s North...

Donna Rae Marie Reinert

Donna Rae Marie Reinert

Jul 16, 2026

Donna grew up in Gresham, WI with her sisters, Charlene and Mary Ellen, and her brothers, John "Jack" and Kenny. Donna attended the College of St Catherine's in Minnesota, but left after one year and was hired by Burlington Railroad in Illinois.

In 1955, Donna left her job to marry Vernon and start a family. After living in Wausau, WI for...

Marilyn Rae Halverson

Marilyn Rae Halverson

Jul 13, 2026

Marilyn Rae Halverson passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, with her daughter and granddaughter by her side. She was 83 years old, born June 12, 1943, in Berne, MN.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred; and parents, Ronald & Lula (Giesler) Bennerotte.

She is survived by her daughter, Dianna (Todd) Peters; grandson, Eddie Peters; granddaughter, Sara (Jason) Noren;...

Sandra (Sandy) Lea Alt

Sandra (Sandy) Lea Alt

Jul 13, 2026

Sandra (Sandy) Lea Alt, of St. Paul, MN passed away on July 13, 2026. 

She is survived by her daughter, Crystal Graves; and her son, Henry Larkins. Preceded in death by her son, Thomas Graves. 

A celebration of life will be on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 11 AM, with a visitation one hour prior, at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home, 2130 N Dale...

Carolyn Marie Koller

Carolyn Marie Koller

Jul 12, 2026

Age 82, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones, and into the loving arms of her Lord and Saviour on July 12, 2026.

Kind, generous, caring and classy, with a fun glimmer of a rebellious side...this best describes Carolyn. She was a woman strong in her faith who loved her family and friends immensely. It was her...

Bill Winkel

Bill Winkel

Jul 12, 2026

Bill Winkel, 80, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, playing his games. 

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Gloria Winkel; sons, Mark (Jill) and Steve (Emily) Winkel; sister, Ann Schmidt; grandchildren, Miranda, Logan, Tony, Victoria, Steph, and Lindsey, one great-grandchild, and nine nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Clara Winkel;...

Gwendolyn "Wendy" Hinrichs

Gwendolyn "Wendy" Hinrichs

Jul 11, 2026

Wendy Hinrichs

Wendy Hinrichs, age 45, of Landfall, Minnesota, passed away on July 11, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gary and Sharon (Krummel) Hinrichs; grandparents, Al and Laverne (Nash) Krummel and Jerry and Joanne (Schauer) Hinrichs; uncles, Jim Hinrichs and Jim Krummel; and many beloved pets.

Wendy is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Beth and Tyler Bagley; her...

James E. Nollan

James E. Nollan

Jul 11, 2026

James Erich Nollan, age 80 of Hastings, MN, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026 after a long illness.

Preceded in death by his parents, Erich and Marcella (Wambach) Nollan; brother-in-law, William Kirscht; and nephews, James and Robert Kirscht.

Jim is survived by his loving wife, Gail; children, Christopher (Sharon) Nollan and Mary (James) Beach; grandchildren, Michael (Kenzie) Nollan, Erich (Neely) Nollan,...

Wayne P. Talbot

Wayne P. Talbot

Jul 5, 2026

Age 85, of Falcon Heights, formerly of St. Paul.

Preceded in death by parents, John & Loretta; and sister, Dinah Heneman.

Survived by loving wife, Sharon; children, Luke Talbot, Barb (Tom) Wangen, & JoAnn (Jim) Ginter; grandchildren; siblings, John (Gay) Talbot & Cindy (Steve) Carlson; and many nieces & nephews.

Private family service.

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Michelle Glendenning-Davila

Michelle Glendenning-Davila

Jul 3, 2026

Age 60, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026. 

Survived by husband, Juan Davila, Jr.; sons, Cody Glendenning and Jeremy Davila; daughters, Juana Davila and Mila Takencareof; siblings, Scott Glendenning and Jean Moyer; ten grandchildren; one great-grandson; and many nieces & nephews.

Michelle had a great love for antiquing and her animals.

Visitation 4:00 - 7:00 pm Friday, July 10...

LuAnn M. Hanrahan

LuAnn M. Hanrahan

Jul 2, 2026

Age 64, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026.

Preceded in death by parents, Roman & Barbara (Dingmann) Theis; sister, Judy Theis; in-laws, Wayne "Bud" & Shirley Hanrahan; and brother-in-law, Michael Vichich.

Survived by husband, Wayne; children, Bryan (Kaiti), Angela (Andrew Streich), Ann Marie, and Melissa; grandchildren, Zachary, LJ, Liam, Asher, and Mara; siblings, Rick (Connie) Theis, Stan (Mary...