OBITUARIES
James Patrick Walsh
Jan 16, 2026
James Patrick Walsh, 85, of Ely.
How is it that a city kid who got in more than his share of trouble on St. Paul’s Rice Street became a lover of wildlife, woods, and water?
Maybe it was his Irish roots. Jim Walsh was the son of immigrants who came to St. Paul from villages just a stone’s throw away from Galway...
Diane C. Gajeski
Jan 15, 2026
Devoted Wife, Mother, Grandma, G.G.
Diane Carol Gajeski, age 87 of Vadnais Heights, passed away peacefully January 15, 2026.
Preceded in death by husband, Frank John; and brother, Wayne Dahl.
Survived by her children, Gary (Linda) Gajeski, Melinda (Kevin) Marek, Bill (Betty) Gajeski, Tina (Dave) Stratton, Tammy (Kevin) Corrigan, Randy (Lisa) Gajeski, and Kris (John) Peters; brother, Ron Studier; sister, Joanne Saamonen (Gary);...
Sheila L. Johnson
Jan 15, 2026
Sheila passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 15, 2026.
Sheila was born in Waterloo, IA on March 10, 1953, to parents Glen and Mildred Oseth.
She worked at Boston Scientific for 28 years and retired in 2018.
Sheila was a beautiful soul whose life was defined by love, kindness, and quiet strength. To know Sheila was to love her....
Thomas Hilpisch
Jan 15, 2026
Age 91 of Lake Elmo, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Tom grew up in the shadows of Sacred Heart Church and graduated from Cretin High School in 1952. His Catholic faith was central to his life and something he faithfully passed on to his children. A proud member of the Schoenstatt Movement for more...
Mark G. Sullivan
Jan 14, 2026
Mark, a devoted husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away surrounded by love on January 14, 2026. He lived a life defined by hard work, family, and a deep appreciation for the outdoors.
Mark's journey began with a unique claim to fame as a child model, most notably appearing on the box of the classic game Cooties.
He raised...
Eileen O. Wallin
Jan 14, 2026
Age 81, of Roseville, passed away on January 14, 2026.
Eileen was born on September 21, 1944, in Grey Eagle, MN to Adolph & Frances (Denne) Muellner.
She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Ralph Muellner, Margaret Bruggenthies, Melvin Muellner, & Timothy Muellner.
Survived by her husband of 50 years, Richard; children, Allison (Brent) Slipka & Richard (Megan) Wallin, Jr.;...
Karl J. Wittner
Jan 13, 2026
Born April 9, 1960, resident of Vadnais Heights, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord on January 13, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Karl was born and raised on the East Side of St. Paul/Phalen area to Karl and Kathy. As a kid, he loved riding dirt bikes, a passion that naturally grew into a lifelong love...
Daniel Edward Wagers
Jan 13, 2026
Our beloved father, Daniel Edward Wagers, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at the age of 86 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Dan will be remembered for his quick wit, his compassion for animals, and his love of antiques, especially antique clocks. He never met a deal he couldn’t turn down.
Dan was born in Alliance, Nebraska, on September 25, 1939, to...
Doris S. Wiehe
Jan 12, 2026
Doris “Dorie” (Stahl) Wiehe died peacefully surrounded by family, on January 12, 2026 at St Therese in Shoreview.
Born September 23, 1936 in Hibbing, Minnesota to Albert and Annie (Marchetti) Stahl. Dorie was proud of her Iron Range roots, and she carried that pride with her to Baltimore, St Paul, and Roseville. Dorie’s energetic spirit and love of life continues to...
Jewel Kay Mihm
Jan 9, 2026
Age 84, of Roseville, MN, passed away at her residence on January 9, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Arnold and Mary (Castropel) Mihm of Hibbing, MN and her brother, Curtis Mihm of Winona, MN.
She is survived by her brother, Douglas Mihm of Eveleth, MN.
A service for family members will be held later this year in Hibbing, MN.
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LaVerne T. Rehbein
Jan 7, 2026
Age 90. Passed away peacefully with family by her side on January 7, 2025.
LaVerne was born in Centerville, MN on November 20, 1935 to parents Chauncey and Violet Barett.
She worked at Honeywell for 32 years and retired in 1992. After her retirement from Honeywell, she later went on to work at Festival Foods in Lexington for 21 years until December...
Darlene E. Phillippi
Jan 7, 2026
(née Wagenknecht)
Originally of Farmington
Age 85, of St. Paul, passed away January 7, 2026.
Preceded in death by grandson, Paul Bradish; sister, Karen Christiansen; sister-in-law, Lois McDonough; and several dear friends.
Survived by husband of 58 years, Jerry; children, Kevin (Eva) and Cheryl; grandchildren, Bobby, Jason, and Jeremy; many great-grandchildren; brother, Jerry (Naomi) Wagenknecht; sister-in-law, Jean (John) Liebgott; other family and friends.
Dar will...
Daniel Patrick Gibbons
Jan 6, 2026
Age 74, of North Oaks, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, after a 12-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Danny Pat grew up in Como Park with his seven siblings and many cousins. He joined the Army after high school, serving in Germany for many years, where he immersed himself in the German culture and language. He married and welcomed his...
Herman H. Zuettel
Jan 5, 2026
Herman “Sonny” Zuettel, age 85 of Roseville, Minnesota and Baldwin, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on January 5, 2026.
He was a truck driver for Admiral Merchants Trucking and loved driving semi-trucks. He enjoyed listening to his favorite trucker songs while on the road on his 8-track player. He left trucking to become a vegetable farmer following in his parent’s footsteps. He...
Lois Rae Lang
Jan 5, 2026
Lois Rae Lang (née Ascheman) Age 75, of St. Paul passed away peacefully on Monday, January 5, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Lois was preceded in death by her mother, Gertrude Ascheman (née Hermes); her father, John Raymond Ascheman; beloved husband, Kenneth M. Lang; and sister-in-law, Darlene Ascheman.
She is survived by her three children, Michael (Gwen) Lang,...
Helen T. Longen
Jan 3, 2026
Survived by children, Peggy Carter, JoAnn Romano, James Jr. (Sandie Albarella), and Michael (Susan); 16 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren and 42 great-great grandchildren.
Preceded in death by husband, James Sr.; daughter, Judy Symons; grandson, Bill Carter; and sons-in-law, Roger Carter and Dan Romano.
Funeral service 11 AM Tuesday, January 13 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St., Roseville, MN 55113. Visitation from...
Judith Ann Ogden
Jan 3, 2026
Judith "Judy" Ann Ogden, of Maplewood, passed away on January 3, 2026.
Judy was born in St. Paul and graduated from Mechanic Arts High School in 1964. She was known for her kindness, generosity, smile, and sense of humor. She worked for Family Wholesale Meat Co., as a school bus driver, waitress at Geno's, pull tab seller, and others.
Judy was preceded...
Brian Paul Kysylyczyn
Jan 2, 2026
Age 67, of Little Canada, passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2026.
Preceded in death by parents, Peter & Marie (Tophen) Kysylyczyn; and brother, Paul.
Survived by daughters, Megan & Shannon; brothers, William (Linda), David (Bette), Scott; and nieces & nephews.
Brian was born & raised in St. Paul. He grew up in the Como area and graduated from Washington High School. Throughout...
Virginia D. Seaborg
Jan 1, 2026
Virginia Darlene Seaborg, age 90 of Oakdale, passed away at the Maplewood Good Samaritan Center on January 1, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger; her grandson, Jake McKenzie, and her brothers, Ken and Chuck Anderson.
Virginia was born in the Town of Balsam Lake, Wisconsin in 1935 to Clifton and Lillian Anderson. The family eventually moved to St....
Charles R. Nelson
Dec 31, 2025
Charles (Chuck) Nelson, age 85, of Shoreview, passed away on December 31, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Harvey & Hilda (Olson) Nelson; and sisters, Aurel Jacobson & Bonnie Lykken.
Survived by wife of 66 years, Marlys; children, Brent (Beth) Nelson & Kim (Jeff) Beecham; grandchildren, Chelsea (Dustin) Russell, Jace (Shannon) Nelson, Dane (Marlene) Beecham, Blaire Beecham; and four great grandchildren.
Chuck was...
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