OBITUARIES
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...



