OBITUARIES

Tinh Thi Le

Tinh Thi Le

Feb 16, 2026

Le Thi Tinh, age 94, of Oakdale, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on the morning of February 16, 2026.

She was born in 1933 in Hai Phong, Vietnam. In 1954, she and her husband, Ton Van Nguyen, migrated to South Vietnam, where they raised their family, In 1993, she immigrated to the United States and made Minnesota her home.

Her beloved husband preceded...

Eva F. Ethen

Eva F. Ethen

Feb 17, 2026

Eva F. Ethen peacefully passed away on February 17, 2026 surrounded by her family.

Eva was born May 6, 1922 in St Cloud, Minnesota to Louis and Frances (Huschle) Sand. She married Maurice E. Ethen on August 3, 1943 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St Cloud. After serving during World War II, Maurice and Eva settled in Cannon Falls, Minnesota. In...

Edward J. Sypniewski, Jr.

Edward J. Sypniewski, Jr.

Feb 13, 2026

Edward J. Sypniewski Jr. age 77, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, after a battle with cancer.

On Friday the 13th in November of 1969, Edward, “Eddie", "Big Ed” Sypniewski had a brain aneurysm. He was only 21 years old. He told people that when it happened, he woke up a different person and had to relearn...

Joan Ann Ethen Hines

Joan Ann Ethen Hines

Feb 14, 2026

Joan Ethen Hines (1950- 2026)

For a woman who often ran late, she left the world too early at her home in Woodbury, MN, in the presence of her family on February 14, 2026. Joan was a fighter, a voracious reader, a formidable game player, a generous gift giver, an instinctive cook, and a builder of communities and family. She rejoiced...

Can Ba Nguyen

Can Ba Nguyen

Feb 19, 2026

NGUYEN BA CAN

Disciple who took refuge in Buddhism; Dharma name: DUC TAM NIEM

1935-2026

Born in Chuong My, Ha Dong, now part of Hanoi, Vietnam. Upon reaching adulthood, he bid farewell to his mother and siblings to join his father in the South to establish a career. He entered the military, starting at the Dong De military training center; his ambition spanned...

Ann White Eagle

Ann White Eagle

Feb 13, 2026

Ann B. White Eagle was born on April 16, 1962 and started her journey on February 13, 2026. 

Ann was preceded in death by her parents Marvin and Shirley Heyer; and her grandmother, Mary Frejlach.

She is survived by her husband, Maurice; dog, Sadie; brothers, Jon (Carrie), Peter, Brad, and Nick (Amy); many nieces and nephews; and great nephews, Joey and Auggie.

A...

David D. Hults, Sr.

David D. Hults, Sr.

Feb 16, 2026

David Hults Sr., a prolific storyteller, a man who met life with unwavering determination, and who found joy in lifting up everyone around him, passed away peacefully on February 16, surrounded by his family. He was 83.

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Ethel Darlene (Manthey); his children, Dave Jr. (Cathy) and Danielle (Bob) Sanborn; grandchildren, Hailey,...

Karl J. Wittner

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...

Michael P. Keller

Michael P. Keller

Feb 2, 2026

Age 75, of Little Canada, MN & Bonita Springs, FL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on February 2, 2026.

Preceded in death by daughter, Michelle Keller; parents, Max & Lucy (Kiley) Keller; and son-in-law, Mike Nemetz.

Survived by wife of 49 years, Kathy; daughters, Adrianne Nemetz, Danielle (Josh) Neuman; grandchildren, Kalle, Tyler, Riley; and siblings, John Keller, Jim Keller &...

Keith Allen Hansen

Keith Allen Hansen

Feb 23, 2026

Keith A. Hansen, age 74, of south Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026.

Preceded in death by wife, Debra (née Anderson); parents, Robert and Mary Hansen; and brother, Bob.

Survived by sons, Noel (Colleen) and Joseph (Chinda); grandsons, Nathan and Nicholas; and best friend, Ray Flynn.

40+ year employee of St. Mary's/Fairview Hospital.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, March...

Karen R. Manly

Karen R. Manly

Jan 24, 2026

Karen Reneé Manly (Jaworski), age 69, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, after a long and courageous battle with liver disease on Saturday, January 24, 2026.

Karen was born to Ronald “Joseph” and Elaine (Fulwiler) Jaworski in St. Paul, Minnesota. She graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1974 and was united in marriage to William “Bill” Manly in 1986....

James Patrick Walsh

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...

William C. Loss

William C. Loss

Dec 24, 2025

William “Bill” Charles Loss, age 72, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, passed away on December 24, 2025.

Born on October 22, 1953, Bill grew up in Roseville and graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1971. Bill was a man who truly came alive in a crowd; whether he was at a concert, a comedy club, or behind the counter of his...

James Lowell Mansager

James Lowell Mansager

Jan 9, 2026

James “Jim” Lowell Mansager, age 79, of Shoreview, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, January 9, 2026.

Jim was born on July 28, 1946, in Fairmont, Minnesota, to Bernard and Faye Mansager. He grew up in Trimont, Minnesota, where he shared his childhood with his brothers John, Richard (Dick), and Bernie (Bear), and his sisters Linda and...

Ann Marie Ficcadenti

Ann Marie Ficcadenti

Feb 20, 2026

Ann Marie Ficcadenti (Doyle) passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on February 20, 2026.

Ann was born on August 4, 1935, to Mary and Joseph Doyle. She lived a life centered on faith, family, and unconditional love. Her angelic nature endeared her to her cherished children and to anyone who knew her. 

She was preceded in death by her beloved...

Ileane L. Ramlow

Ileane L. Ramlow

Feb 14, 2026

Ileane L. Ramlow, age 88 of St. Paul, passed away February 14, 2026.

Preceded in death by her husband, Harvey.

Survived by sons, David (Nancy), Steven (Sue), and Thomas; grandchildren, Katie, Zachary, Trevor, Ben, Brianna, and Tyler (Rachael); great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Eladio, Colette, Eloise, Alexander and Forrest.

Funeral service 11:00 AM Monday, February 23 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home - Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St....

Sandra Joan Claussen

Sandra Joan Claussen

Feb 12, 2026

Sandra J. Claussen, age 76, originally of St. Paul, passed away peacefully February 12, 2026 in the presence of family.

Preceded in death by husband, Roger; grandson, Nicholas Ture; and mother, Jeanette LoDahl.

Survived by children, Michele (Jeff) Ture and Joe (Jenni) Claussen; grandchildren, Jake & Maya Ture and Molly, Hannah, and Ty Claussen; sisters, Linda King and Nancy Sagstetter; niece, nephews,...

Genevieve Ann Netterlund

Genevieve Ann Netterlund

Feb 10, 2026

Genevieve Ann Netterlund passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Genevieve was born at home on August 4, 1931, and raised in Karlstad, MN, where she was the youngest child and only daughter of Anders Frederick (Fred) Johnson and Gunhild Frederika Peterson.

She moved to St. Paul, MN in 1950 to attend Mounds Midway School of Nursing. She graduated in 1953 and...

Brendan John Charles Benson

Brendan John Charles Benson

Feb 8, 2026

Age 29, unexpectedly passed away on February 8, 2026.

Brendan is survived by his parents, Georgie (Damien) Tabolich Grist and Michael (Heather) Benson; John Cook; his siblings, Bryce and Dyllan Benson; his grandparents, Jack and Pat Tabolich, Chuck and Gwen Benson; as well as many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Brendan loved adventure. Whether it was traveling with friends and family,...

Steven R. Knapp

Steven R. Knapp

Feb 8, 2026

Steven Robert Knapp passed away February 8th, 2026, at the age of 66 -- his life cut short by a heartbreaking battle with Alzheimer’s.

Steve was born February 6, 1960 in Hibbing, Minnesota to Vaughn and Joyce Knapp, and lived in that area of Minnesota for a short time. He then spent a year in Missouri before the family moved to...