OBITUARIES

Ernest J. Markham

Ernest J. Markham

Sep 16, 2019

Age 90, of Shoreview.​Passed away peacefully on Sept. 16, 2019.​Preceded in death by his loving wife, Edith; son, Charles; 8 siblings.​Survived by children, Carol (Mark) Osojnicki, Ronald (Shelly); grandchildren, Travis, Sarah, Jason (Rachel), Steven (Merisa), Kristine and Nicole (Arnold) Boatman; great-grandchildren, Sophia and Nathan.  Funeral service 11 AM Thursday, September 19th at LUTHERAN CHURCH OF THE RESURRECTION, 3115 N. Victoria...

Joseph S. Brown

Joseph S. Brown

Sep 16, 2019

Joseph “Joe” Stanley Brown was born on August 29, 1966 and passed away on September 16, 2019 at the age of 53. Joe was preceded in death by his father Robert “Bob” Brown. Joe is survived by his mother, Geri Neubauer; his brother, Scott (Chris) Brown; nephews, Tyler & Dylan Brown; and niece, Ashley Chance.  He is also survived by his stepmother...

Robert M. Cowan

Robert M. Cowan

Sep 15, 2019

Age 77, of Roseville​Passed away peacefully on September 15, 2019​Preceded in death by parents, Robert M. Sr. & Irma Cowan; and niece, Julie Troyer Bucella. Survived by wife, Judith (nee Truzinski); children, Mike (Julianne) Cowan and Cindy (Roy) Robbins; sister, Jean (Ron) Troyer; grandchildren, Sadie, Louise, Paige and Bryce; and nephew, Dr. John Troyer. Robert graduated from South St. Paul High School Class of...

Lois M. Byron

Lois M. Byron

Sep 13, 2019

Age 91, of Zimmerman, formerly of Circle Pines, passed away Sept. 13, 2019​Preceded in death by husband, Gene; parents, Myles and Marie Breuer. Survived by children, Dennis Halverson, Terry (Karen), Laura (Brian) Fleisher, and Linda Partyka (Rob Darveaux); grandchildren, Jamie, Adam, Craig, Terry Lee, Jason, Andrew, Jocelyn, Quentin, Ashley, Jeremy, Kandice, Jerek, Timberly, and Tegan; also 27 great-grandchildren.​Mass of Christian Burial...

John J. Dexter

John J. Dexter

Sep 13, 2019

Age 73, of St. Paul​Preceded in death by parents, Albie & Pat; and sister, Sandy “Tess” Greeley. Survived by wife, Debbie; sons, Mike (Molly) and Jeff; Papa’s girls, Dani (PJ) Hangartner, Bailey, and Gracie; sister, Pam (Tom) Wortman; and many dear family and friends.  Longtime manager and icemaker at the St. Paul Curling Club and a profound presence in the curling...

Mildred Johnson

Mildred Johnson

Sep 13, 2019

Age 81, of Vadnais Heights, passed away peacefully September 13, 2019.

Preceded in death by parents, Selma and Henry Anderson; husband, James; grandsons, D.J. and Stuart; and son-in-law, Rodney Morgan. 

Survived by children, Darrell (Carol), Dale (Debra), Carol Morgan, and Dean (Carolyn); 12 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; siblings, Helen, Doris, Janice, Andy, and Georgia; nieces, nephews and many friends.

Celebration of Life 1:00 PM...

Dean A. Crockett

Dean A. Crockett

Sep 12, 2019

Age 59 from Blaine, passed away September 12th, 2019.  Preceded in death by his father.  Dean worked for Dalco for 37 years. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, son and friend. He was hard on the outside but a real softy on the inside.  Survived by his wife of 39 years, Cindy; sons, Shaun (Heather) Crockett, Chris (Kristen) Crockett;...

Randy G. Graven

Randy G. Graven

Sep 11, 2019

Age 59 of St. Francis, passed away on September 11, 2019.  Preceded in death by parents, Ralph & Ruth; brother, Gary. Survived by siblings, Linda Bruce, Dennis (Joan), Alan (Linda), Loren (Kathy), Roxy (Warren) Elinger, Gale Kieffer, Robyn (Larry) Evans. Graveside service 11 AM Tuesday, September 17 at EVERGREEN MEMORIAL GARDENS, 3400 Century Ave. N., Mahtomedi.

Jennifer A. Olesen

Jennifer A. Olesen

Sep 10, 2019

Beloved Wife, Mother, & Sister.​Age 55, of Maplewood​Passed away on September 10, 2019 after a courageous battle with breast cancer.  Preceded in death by parents, Janet and Casimir Semlak.  Survived by loving husband, Doug; sons, Van & Mitchell; loving brothers and sisters, Cindy Landeen, Chris (Therese) Semlak, Vicki (Tom) Thai, Jeff (Ruth) Semlak, Tim (Mary) Semlak, Mary Scundi, Susan Semlak...

Richard M. Olzenak

Richard M. Olzenak

Sep 8, 2019

Attn: Iron Workers Local 512

​Member Forest Lake American Legion Post 225

​US Army Vietnam Veteran 

Age 70, of Forest Lake; passed away peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, September 8, 2019, after many years of health complications due to his service in Vietnam, and also battles with cancer.​

Survived by wife of 46 years, Camille (nee Vannelli); children, Brinka (Chris)...

Jerry C. Immerman

Jerry C. Immerman

Sep 7, 2019

NASCAR Fan

Age 66, of St. Paul

Passed Away Peacefully September 7, 2019

Preceded in death by parents, Gerald & Shirley Immerman; three sisters; and three nephews. 

Survived by daughters, Angela (Rodney) Sweeney and Jessica (Curtis) Love; grandchildren, Daniella, Stephanie, Austin, Maxwell, Kathryn, and Payton; great-grandchildren, Ariella and Arturo; four brothers; one sister; many nephews, nieces, extended family and friends. 

Loved by many. 

Celebration of life...

Joseph L. Tereau

Joseph L. Tereau

Sep 7, 2019

Surrounded by loved ones, Joseph Louis Tereau passed peacefully in Santa Rosa, California on September 7, 2019 at the age of 96.​Known by those who loved him as “Pete”, the nickname was given to him by his grandmother at a young age.  Pete was born on August 25, 1923 to Joseph Tereau and Bessie Gobin in Little Canada, Minnesota back...

Anthony A. Thury

Anthony A. Thury

Sep 6, 2019

Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather

Age 67, of Roseville; passed away peacefully at home on September 6, 2019.

Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Ruth Thury. 

Survived by wife of 46 years, Beverly (nee Egyhazi); children, Danielle (Chris Polos) and Dave (Stacy); grandchildren, Brett, Riley, and soon to be Landon; two brothers and five sisters; many other family and friends....

John T. Sommers

John T. Sommers

Sep 5, 2019

Age 83, of Harris.​Preceded in death by loving wife, Nancy; parents, Harry & Martha; brother, Jerry; sisters, June & Betty.  Survived by sons, Michael (Patti) and John; grandson, Anthony; great-grandchildren Amiyah & Cameron; sister, Irene (Jim); brother, Harry (Jennell); other family and dear friends.  Retired Ford auto worker.  John loved gardening, fishing and horse racing.  Funeral service 11 AM Thursday,...

Ronald V. Kunert

Ronald V. Kunert

Sep 5, 2019

Age 62, of South St. Paul​Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Donna. ​Survived by siblings, Loretta McCulloch, Sharon (Jeff) Reich, John (Elizabeth), Amber Ahmed, and many nieces and nephews.​Memorial service 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 17 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. @ County Road B. Visitation from 10-11 AM Tuesday. Interment Calvary Cemetery.​Memorials preferred.

Rita Marie Kline (Wandrei)

Rita Marie Kline (Wandrei)

Sep 4, 2019

Rita, 82, was called home to eternal life with our God and to be with her loved ones who preceded her in death: her parents, Agnes and David Wandrei, and her son David.  

She passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving husband, Ron, children and grandchildren as she began her journey with our Lord.

Rita was defined, not by...

Lois A. Mensing Hildebrandt

Lois A. Mensing Hildebrandt

Sep 3, 2019

Age 93, formerly of Roseville, passed away on September 3, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Willard & Pearl Sunderman; sister, Beverly Pedersen; husbands, Aloy Mensing & Frank Hildebrandt; and granddaughter, Genevieve Casper-Mensing. Survived by children, Gregg (Karen Casper), Gail (Bradley) Schmitt, Pamela (Eric) Lindberg; grandchildren, Quinn, Cory, Jonas, Curtis, Ryan, Evan, Samantha; great grandchildren, Brianna, Halie, Isaac, Beckett, Kelsey, Anna, Spencer;...

Denise Marlene Flor

Denise Marlene Flor

Sep 3, 2019

Age 60, of Minneapolis; on September 3, 2019.  Preceded in death by sister, Diane Ley; and nephew, Tyler Flor. Survived by husband, Timothy McCorry; parents, Harley and Carlotta Flor; sisters, Rose Ann Flor, Melanie (Tom) Lundgren, and Patrice Anderson; nephews, Sean Ley and Mason Anderson; and nieces, Cami (Ryan) Berthiaume, Carley Anderson, and Megan Anderson. Denise was a sweet and sensitive girl...

Cecilia M. Woodrich

Cecilia M. Woodrich

Sep 3, 2019

(nee Hubbard)​Age 78, of Lino Lakes; passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on September 3, 2019.  Preceded in death by sister, Patricia. Survived by sons, John (Rosalie) Bell, Michael (Patty) Bell, and Patrick Wenum; grandchildren, Avery, Tanner, Samantha (Eric), Nick, Lexy, and Kati; great-granddaughter, Kayleigh; brother, Jerry (Karyl) Hubbard; other beloved family and close friends. A longtime employee of the...

Bernice E. Ellmann

Bernice E. Ellmann

Sep 1, 2019

Age 94 of Roseville, formerly of Robbinsdale, passed away on September 1, 2019.  Preceded in death by husband, Glen; son, Craig; parents, 7 siblings.   Survived by daughters, Janice (Mark) Thompson, Cara Black; grandchildren, Jamie (Thomas), Ryan, and Ethan; sister, Darlene Swanson; sister-in-law, Marian Nyquist.   Private graveside services.   Mom was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, who created a beautiful home that...