OBITUARIES

Ione Kordosky (née Holtznagel)

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

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

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

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....

Robert P. Zaspel

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

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.

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...

Jacquelynne E. Turbeville

Jacquelynne E. Turbeville

Apr 26, 2025

Jacquelynne Ethel "Jacque" Turbeville (Wylie),  age 81 of Maplewood, passed away April 26, 2025 surrounded by family at her side at St. John's Hospital.

Jacque was preceded in death by her mom, Ethel; dad, David William Sr.; sister, Sharon Meives; and brothers, Steve and Ken.

She is survived by children, Rick Sergot, Brett (Kathy) Sergot, Tammi (Steve) Olesen, and Mike (Lisa) Sergot;...

Nancy K. Klossner

Nancy K. Klossner

Apr 25, 2025

Nancy K. Klossner, age 78 of Maplewood, passed away April 25, 2025.

Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Louise Klossner; brother, Deane Klossner; sisters, Barbara and Jacqueline Klossner; niece, Jennifer Klossner; and nephew, Corey Klossner.

She is survived by her sisters, RaeChelle Klossner, Deborah Lingofelt, Wanda Klossner and Beatrice Foucrier; brothers, George and Stephen Klossner; many nieces, nephews...

Carolyn R. Ardalo

Carolyn R. Ardalo

Apr 24, 2025

Survived by children, Denise (Jim) Kast and Donald Bowman; grandchildren, Patrick (Krimson), Jennifer (Josh), Christina (Beau), Zachary (Tanner), and Erica (Tyler); great-grandchildren, Emma and Elliot; siblings, Doris Hansmann, Tom (Sandi) Kirchgatter, Dennis Kirchgatter, and Marie (Bruce) Fournier; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Preceded in death by husband of 42 years, Frank; parents, Adolph and Ruth; and siblings, Arnie and...

Martin Thomas Ammann

Martin Thomas Ammann

Apr 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Martin Thomas Ammann, who departed this life on April 21, 2025. 

Preceded in death by wife, Mary (Nelson) Ammann. 

Survived by his children, Christine (Doug) and John (Angela); his grandchildren, Carson, Ava, Noah, Rayna, and Christopher; and countless other family and friends. 

A dedicated serviceman, Tom proudly served in the U.S. Navy...

Phyllis Faye Eklund (née Lewis)

Phyllis Faye Eklund (née Lewis)

Apr 19, 2025

Age 87, of Circle Pines, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025.

Phyllis was born in St. Paul, MN, and graduated from Johnson High School in 1956. She then attended the University of Minnesota, where she met her husband, Russell Eklund. They were married on September 27, 1958, and together, they had four children: Scott, Jay, Shelly, and Robyn.

Phyllis was a...

Eugenia Feld

Eugenia Feld

Apr 18, 2025

Eugenia Feld, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and devoted wife, passed away surrounded by her daughter and son-in-law lovingly at her side on April 18, 2025, in Oakdale, Minnesota. She was 94 years old.

Born in Jordanów, Poland, on February 12, 1931, Eugenia grew up during the hardship and upheaval of World War II. Despite those early trials, she carried an unshakable...

Margaret T. Vidlund (Barnes)

Margaret T. Vidlund (Barnes)

Apr 18, 2025

Margaret L Vidlund (Barnes), age 92, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Merlyn; her parents, Albert and Caroline; and her siblings: Albert L., Catherine, Norbert, Rita, Rose, George, and Albert Patrick.

She is survived by many loving nieces and nephews, who will remember her with deep affection.

Visitation 10:00 -...

Samuel Monita

Samuel Monita

Apr 16, 2025

Husband, Father, Grandfather "Papa", Brother, Uncle and Friend

It is with great sadness that we inform you Samuel “Papa” Monita, age 82, passed away peacefully at home, in the early morning hours, on April 16th, 2025.

Sam was born on November 2nd, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to Lucinda Monita. He was a proud resident of St. Paul, Minnesota, where he resided his...

Ronald Sylvester Kline

Ronald Sylvester Kline

Apr 16, 2025

Ron, 91, was called home to his Creator to gather once again with his loved ones who preceded him in death including his parents, Lydia and Harry Kline, his wife Rita, his son David, and his granddaughter Jayden. He died as he lived his long life – with grace, humility, and acceptance. He passed peacefully, surrounded by his children and...

Judith Anne Bentz

Judith Anne Bentz

Apr 15, 2025

Passed away unexpectedly at age 78.

Judy was a strong and beautiful woman. She was humble, kind and no-nonsense; a natural caregiver who worked as an adult foster care provider most of her life. Judy grew up in St. Paul, MN, and enjoyed spending time with her parents, her sister’s family, aunts and cousins in Pine City. She remained a beloved...

Bernard M. Walsh

Bernard M. Walsh

Apr 14, 2025

It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bernard Michael Walsh, who left us unexpectedly on April 14, 2025, at the age of 86.

Bernie was a lifelong St. Paul resident and proud North-End business owner for nearly 70 years. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Catherine; children, Michael (Tamara), Timothy (Tasha), Catherine (Leslie)...

Richard C. Sandberg, Sr.

Richard C. Sandberg, Sr.

Apr 14, 2025

Age 81 of Lino Lakes. 

Passed away peacefully April 14, 2025 in his home with family by his side.

Preceded in death by wife, Linda; and father, Lenhart.

Survived by sons, Shawn (Sherri) and Jeremy (Stacy); and grandchildren, Carson, Brett, Summer and Cody.

Dick joined the Army out of high school and served his country honorably for seven years, before coming home to Minnesota to...

Arnold "Dick" Rose

Arnold "Dick" Rose

Apr 14, 2025

Age 90, of Shoreview, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025.

Preceded in death by parents, Arnold & Beatrice Rose (née Clement).

Survived by loving wife of 38 years, Melody; children, Mike Rose, Alan Rose, Robyn (Gaurav) Guliani, Ryan (Cara) McCann, Adam (Laura) McCann; grandchildren, Tyler (Sam), Kaitlyn, Nataly, Elise, Eva, Dilan, Gavin & Leela; sister, Deanna Rose; brother, Larry Rose; and...