OBITUARIES
John L. Larkin
Sep 6, 2025
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 6, 2025.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Lorraine; sister, Toni Schiltgen; and brothers, Thomas “Buzz,” Greg, and Tim. He is survived by his children Shannon (Kirk Hanson), John (Kathy), Dan (Joan), and Kelly (Mike) Hansen; grandchildren Adam, Bailey, Alexis, Keara, Quinn, Brenna, and Kian; siblings Kathleen, Mary,...
Steven J. Roeder
Sep 3, 2025
Steven J. Roeder was born on October 29, 1967 and died on September 3, 2025, at the age of 57.
Steve went to school at St. Odilia in Shoreview and then Ramsey High School. He enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling, and remodeling projects.
Preceded in death by his mother.
Survived by his wife, a loving family, and many friends.
Memorial Service 11 AM Tuesday, September...
Jean M. Smith
Sep 3, 2025
Jean Margaret Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 at the age of 85. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. Born on July 3, 1940, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Jean was the cherished daughter of Gerad and Helen Anderson. She grew up alongside her four...
Dorothy V. Rosenwinkel
Sep 2, 2025
Dorothy Viola Rosenwinkel (nee Bohrer) was born in Pinckneyville, Illinois, on January 5, 1928. When she was two years old, the family moved to Murphysboro, Illinois where she graduated from Murphysboro High School in 1945. She then went on to St. John’s College in Winfield, Kansas where she earned an Associate Arts degree in Teacher Education in 1947. She subsequently...
Marilyn L. Campbell (née Pellinen)
Sep 2, 2025
Marilyn Campbell — lovingly known as our “Boss Lady” — passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 2nd at the age of 92. Born in Embarrass, MN, and later a longtime resident of Roseville, she lived her life with wit, strength, and unapologetic independence.
Marilyn had a gift for seeing people clearly. She could size you up in seconds, spoke...
James E. Quist
Sep 1, 2025
Age 85 of Shoreview, passed away on September 1, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Sharon.
Survived by sons, Thomas (Deborah), Paul (Stacy), and David (Sarah); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A private graveside service will be held at Lakewood Cemetery.
Eugene A. Schwartz
Sep 1, 2025
Gene passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025 at the age 91 and 9 months.
Preceded in death by wife, Patricia; parents, Joseph and Florence; brother, Michael; and grandson, Jonathan Gagliardi.
Survived by children, Laurie (Kerry) Lorenz, Michelle (John) Gagliardi, Greg (Mary) Schwartz, Melissa (Larry) Peterson; 11 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brother, Joey (Kathy); many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Gene was a...
Wayne M. Sanders
Sep 1, 2025
Wayne Sanders, age 74, of Burnsville, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 1, 2025.
Wayne was born on February 18, 1951, to Eric and Dorothy Sanders. He grew up in Lexington, Minnesota, alongside his brothers and sister. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Chester.
Wayne was the proud father of Stacy (Michael Kriesel) Sanders...
Harold "Spike" Feickert
Aug 31, 2025
Age 89, of Little Canada, passed away on August 31, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Eileen; granddaughter, Paige Olson; and siblings, Robert Feickert, Mildred Holum & Keith Feickert.
Survived by daughters, Jill (Jeff) Croonquist, Janelle (Joe) Olson, and Julie (Robert) Berken; grandchildren, Hannah, Brody, Gabriel, Lukas, Ian, and Samantha Rose; sister-in-law, Cindy Feickert; brother-in-law, Leo Holum; nieces & nephews; and longtime...
Stephen A. Feidt
Aug 29, 2025
Age 65, of Little Canada, passed away on August 29, 2025.
Steve was a proud member of IBEW Local 23 and known to his friends and family as Steve or “Fido”.
Born September 6, 1959, resident of Little Canada, died on August 29, 2025, while recovering from a fall. Preceded in death by father, Arnold Feidt, and father-in-law, Dennis Miller. Survived by...
Audrey Marie Dick
Aug 28, 2025
Audrey passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 28th, 2025. She was 99 years old when she was called home. Audrey loved being a wife, mother and grandmother – always making sure everyone had what they needed. She enjoyed baking, always asking what cookies others wanted for family functions and making extra in case some didn’t get any –...
Patricia Ann Fitzgerald (Blue)
Aug 27, 2025
Age 94 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025 at Good Samaritan Society in Maplewood.
She was born on June 30, 1931 in White Earth, MN to Louis L. and Ida S. Blue.
She loved polka dancing, bingo, cards, and was known for her resilience and love for her family. Many called her friend.
Patricia is survived by her children,...
Janet E. Novak
Aug 26, 2025
Proudly raised in Northeast Minneapolis. She met her high school sweetheart, Mike, and after much smooching at the Heights Theater they became each other’s world. They graduated from Edison High School in 1960. She married her honey in 1961 and started a family.
She was “Mom” to all, always keeping a seat open at the table for anyone who needed one....
Darrell R. Knutie
Aug 25, 2025
Age 67 of Arden Hills, MN, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025.
Preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Grace (Granose) Knutie.
Survived by siblings, Steve (Sandi) Knutie and Linda (Tim) Dahlager; nieces and nephew, Sarah Knutie, Erin (Ken) Francois, Madison Dahlager, and Miles Dahlager; as well as many relatives and friends.
Darrell grew up in the Central Hillside neighborhood of...
Paul Ernest Schulz, Jr.
Aug 25, 2025
Age 78, of Little Canada passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025.
Preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Virginia.
Survived by best friend and loving wife of 55 years, Ruth; children, Michelle (Steve) Heifort, Paul Schulz III, Cheryl (Brady) Lochen; grandchildren, Steven Jr., Hannah (Tristin), Marissa, and Bella.
Paul was always up to no good and made friends with anyone he...
Wilfred R. Ortt
Aug 25, 2025
Wilfred R. Ortt, known as "Will", was born on July 30, 1942, in St. Paul, MN. He departed from this world on August 25, 2025, in Roseville, MN. A dedicated professional, Will spent the majority of his career as a barber in St. Paul, where he was well-known and respected in his community. His skillful hands not only provided haircuts...
Walter "Nip" Gilson
Aug 25, 2025
Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather
Longtime North Ender
Age 97, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025.
Preceded in death by beloved wife, Verna.
He is survived by and will be sadly missed by his children, Cheryl (Terrance) VanKampen, Debra (Michael) Milligan, and Michael Gilson; grandchildren, Shelly (Timothy) Strauss, Randy (Michele) VanKampen, Tamela (Joshua) Sumner, Timothy Milligan, and Jordan...
Quentin L. Perfect
Aug 24, 2025
Quentin L. "Quint" Perfect, age 86 of Aitkin, formerly of Roseville, passed away August 24, 2025.
Preceded in death by wife, Karen; and parents, Dale and Margaret.
Survived by son, Curtis; brother, Timothy (Colleen); sister, Sue Kaiser (Gerard); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
A visitation to celebrate Quint's life will be held from 4-7 PM Friday, September 12 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home...
Carol A. Shook
Aug 23, 2025
Carol Ann Shook, 86, of Roseville, died at Lyngblomsten Memory Care on August 23, 2025.
She was born on January 26, 1939, to George Campbell and Sara Davidson Campbell in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania and graduated from Mahanoy Township High School.
She married Russell Shook in 1960 and they had three children.
Carol worked for Lutheran Social Services of Central Ohio during Russell’s studies...
Joyce K. Basham
Aug 22, 2025
Joyce Kathryn Basham (Woytasek), age 78, passed away peacefully August 22, 2025, of lung cancer surrounded by family at Saint Therese at St. Odilia in Shoreview, Minn.
Joyce was born in Minneapolis in 1947 to Rose (Jasper) and Edward Woytasek. She attended Vocational High School in Minneapolis and graduated in 1965. She held many office jobs throughout her life from secretary...



