OBITUARIES
Janice R. Graczyk
May 21, 2025
It is with profound sadness and full hearts that we share the passing of Janice Rose Graczyk, who left us peacefully in the early morning hours of May 21, 2025.
Born on February 16, 1941, in Foley, Minnesota, to David and Minnie Strzyzewski, Jan’s life was a remarkable journey marked by devotion- to family, to faith, and most enduringly, to love.
At...
Leonard E. Schimek
May 19, 2025
Leonard “Butch” Earl Schimek passed away at home on May 19th due to an acute myocardial infarction. Butch was born on May 5, 1948 to Ludwig and Marcella (Sieberg) Schimek in Mankato, MN. He graduated from Mankato West High School and then enlisted in the Navy where he served for 2 years as a grade E3 FN. He and his...
James Thomas Borgestad
May 19, 2025
Age 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on May 19, 2025.
Jim was born to Matt and Ann Borgestad, and raised on St. Paul’s Rice Street. From 1960-68, he attended St. John’s Prep and University, in Collegeville, MN, where he captained the hockey and tennis teams. Thereafter “Herr B” taught German in Montgomery, MN. A Fulbright Scholar, Jim went...
Clayton Edward Ellingson
May 18, 2025
Age 82, of Champlin, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Edward & RoseAlma (Gervais) Ellingson; and siblings, Patsy Swedlund, Janice Ellingson, Christine Ellingson & Mylan Ellingson.
Survived by children, Kenneth Ellingson & Shelley (Matt) Gibbons and their mother, Margaret Ellingson; grandchildren, Ryan Ellingson, Matthew (Nicole) Gibbons, Lindsay (Tony) Mauren, & Mitchell Gibbons (Pilar Varela); great-granddaughter, Ila...
Daniel S. Nelson
May 16, 2025
Age 47, of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on May 16, 2025.
Preceded in death by mother, Claire Heinonen; grandparents, Harold & Joyce Nelson, Tom & Marian Carlyon, LeRoy & Florence Blomster, and Ernest & Alice Heinonen; and aunts, Leta Hohn and Barbara Heinonen.
Survived by parents, Steve & Debbie Nelson, and Jerry Heinonen; siblings, Michael (Ammie) Nelson, Drew (Lisa) Heinonen, Christopher...
Phyllis S. Flanagan
May 15, 2025
Age 86 of Lino Lakes, passed away on May 15, 2025.
Preceded in death by brother, Martin Bistram.
Survived by husband, Bill; daughter, Gina Frey; son, Dan (Shari); grandchildren, Tony Tourville, Billy (Rachel), Daniel, and Kadie; great-granddaughters, Carter Tourville and Seeley Flanagan; and sister, Janice Volk.
Visitation 11 AM – 1 PM Wednesday, May 21 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Lino Lakes, 7050 Lake Drive....
Marlene Alice Krumrie
May 14, 2025
Marlene dedicated much of her life to supporting and guiding children, serving with compassion in the Minneapolis Public Schools as a special needs assistant and later at Hand in Hand Christian Academy as both a teacher assistant and parent mentor. Her heart for others was evident in everything she did — from the classroom to the community.
Known for her warm...
Bruce R. Hanson
May 10, 2025
Born July 28, 1931 to Harold & Florence (Foslien) Hanson of Moe Township, MN.
Bruce met Marilyn “Mim” Johnson of Melby, MN. They married in 1950 and moved to Minneapolis. They raised their 6 children on a hobby farm in Forest Lake, MN.
He worked for Berger Transfer & Storage.
He fell in love with flying and bought Surfside Seaplane Base in 1971....
Constance M. Anderson
May 9, 2025
Constance “Connie” Anderson (nee Luther), age 78 of Little Canada, MN passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025.
Connie was a loving mother, grandmother, sister-in-law, aunt and friend.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Sr.; her parents, Albert Jr. and Yvonne; and her sister, Kathie.
She is survived by her loving sons, Todd (Jennifer) and James Jr.; grandchildren, Logan...
Mary Jane Hawkins
May 9, 2025
With deep sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Mary, who bravely fought cancer and passed away on May 9th at the age of 79, surrounded by her family’s love.
Mary was born on September 22, 1945 at Fort Snelling, in Minneapolis, MN. Mary devoted her life to nurturing both people and plants. After marrying the...
Marion Battisto
May 8, 2025
Marion Battisto, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully at the age of 102.
She is survived by her children, Steve (Paulette), Mary (Roger) Dufresne, Jean, Debora and David (Kimberly); grandchildren, Lisa (John), Mark, David (Allison) Zschokke, Stephanie (Gage) Hampton, and Emily (Ryan) Hauenstein; great-grandchildren, Joseph, Abram, Isabelle, Breckin, Clara, Amelia, and Julia.
She was preceded in death by her...
Gayle M. Nelson
May 6, 2025
Gayle Marilyn Nelson was the definition of a Mother, wonderful Daughter, caring Sister, loving Aunt & amazing friend. She was called home to start her new life with our Lord & Savior on May 6th, 2025 at the age of 71.
She was born to Clifford & Elsie Nelson on December 31st, 1953. Gayle attended Galtier grade school, Wilson junior high...
Ione Kordosky (née Holtznagel)
May 6, 2025
Age 90, of Woodbury, passed away on May 6, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Donald; parents, Walter & Marie Holtznagel; and daughter, Susanna Hoyt.
Survived by her children, JoAnne (Gary) Lilyquist, Mary Jansa, Amy (Thomas) Schaeffer, and Steve (Anne Iten); grandchildren, Jeremy (Heather) Lilyquist, Emily (Isaiah) Huberty, Peter, Tyler, Maria, Lucy, and Anastasia; three great-grandchildren; and sisters, Joann Denson and Kathy...
William D. Eggers
May 4, 2025
William "Bill" Eggers, age 67 of Landfall, passed away May 4, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Edward and Carolyn.
Survived by sons, Jonathan (Sarah) and Christopher; step-daughter, Jessica; grandsons, Logan and Lukas; granddaughter, Lily; brothers, James (Mayanne), Michael, Ronald (CindaSue), and Daniel (Carlene); sister, Deborah (Keith) Kaehler; many other relatives and friends.
Bill was born in St. Paul, MN and was the...
John R. Grafstrom
May 3, 2025
Age 78 of Saint Paul, Minnesota, passed away on May 3, 2025, surrounded by family.He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Carol Sime; daughter, Brita Grafstrom; son, Peter Grafstrom (Laura); grandson, Anders Grafstrom; siblings, William Grafstrom (Patti), Carole Grafstrom (Patrick LeGloanec), Gayle Grafstrom-Corman (Michael), James Grafstrom (Linda), Trish Grafstrom; and many nieces and nephews.After moving from Cloquet at...
Barbara June McMahon
May 2, 2025
Age 85, of Roseville, passed away on May 2, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harley & June Lind, and brother, Rush Lind. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Larry; children: Kevin McMahon, Brian McMahon, Becky (Mike) Ronan; grandchildren: Isabella (Anders), Frannie, Muggs; and great-grandson, Gio.
Born in Boone, IA, Barbara moved to St....
Thomas Barker
May 1, 2025
Thomas passed away on May 1, 2025 at the age of 76. He is survived by his wife, Laura; children, Laurel, Lisa, Troy, Morgen; grandson, Brandon; and great-grandchildren, Nova and Jackson.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025 from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home - Roseville, 2130 North Dale Street at County Road B.
Robert P. Zaspel
May 1, 2025
Robert Zaspel, a devoted husband, father, and man of unwavering faith, passed away May 1, 2025. He was a proud Marine, embodying discipline, honor, and commitment in every aspect of his life.
For 51 beautiful years, he shared his life with his beloved wife, Theresa, the center of his world. Their love was steadfast and enduring; a true partnership built on...
Ordean C. Joachim
May 1, 2025
Age 96, of Columbus, MN, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2025, at Parmly on the Lake Residence in Chisago City after a brief illness.
Born on 10/22/1928 in Hillsboro, ND, “Dean” was a loving husband and father, an avid fisherman and hunter who loved to garden and grow pine trees. A career employee of Sperry Univac (Unisys), where he held...
Donald Michael Pizzella Sr.
Apr 29, 2025
He was born on August 16, 1935, in St. Paul, MN to Bertha (née Volk) and Michael Pizzella. He was raised in St. Paul and graduated from St. Agnes High School in 1953.
He married Elaine Mahr on July 1, 1961. They resided in Roseville, MN and Eau Claire, WI. They had five children together and later divorced.
He was sole proprietor...
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