OBITUARIES
Richard A. Ames
Jan 26, 2025
Age 54, of Brooklyn Park, formerly of Winona.
Went to be with the Lord on January 26, 2025.
Preceded in death by father, Richard F.; and uncles, LeRoy, Ralph, and Ronald Jr.
Survived by mother, Doris; aunts & uncles, Eileen Frischmon, Fr. Allen Courteau O.M.I., Raymond Ames (special friend Ellen Holmgren), and MaryAnn Kemmer; cousins, Brett (Kim), Scott, and Ross.
Thank you to the...
Nathalie "Nat" Atchison
Jan 25, 2025
Nathalie “Nat” Jeanne Atchison passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025 in Centerville, MN.
She was preceded in death by husband, Bob; sons, Ron and Dan; daughter, Pam; siblings, Gerald, Merrill, Keith and Donna; and lastly, grandson, Robbie.
She is survived by sons, Craig (Pat) Atchison and Mike (Lori) Atchison; daughter, Karla Olson; and daughter-in-law, Sue Atchison. She is also survived...
Dorothy E. Hansen
Jan 25, 2025
Dorothy Eleanor Hansen, age 101, passed away peacefully in her home with her son and granddaughter by her side on January 25, 2025.
Dorothy was born in St. Paul, MN and was a wonderful mother, grandmother and dedicated hard worker at Midway Hospital for many years.
Dorothy was known for her Betty Boop collection.
She is survived by her sons, Paul Hansen and...
Sister Clarice Gierzak, OSM
Jan 25, 2025
Sister Clarice (Mary Dolorosa) Gierzak, OSM, 94, died peacefully on January 25, 2025 at Cerenity Marian in St. Paul, MN.
Born in Detroit, MI, on Sept. 29, 1930, to Walter and Mary (née Spesak) Gierzak, she grew up in Washburn, WI. She left home at age 14 to join the Servants of Mary in Ladysmith, where she graduated from Our Lady...
William D. Greene
Jan 24, 2025
Bill passed away unexpectedly at the age of 63 in his home in Lino Lakes on January 24, 2025.
Preceded in death by his son, Nicholas; mother, Sylvia; and sister, Nancy Allen.
Survived by his wife of 40 years, Pamela; son, Anthony; father, Roger; siblings, Cindy (John) Janowski, Penny, Terry, Shari (Pete) Haselmann; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Bill operated his own...
Robert "Bob" Roy
Jan 22, 2025
Age 77, of St. Paul, passed away on January 22, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Donald & Beatrice; and sister, Donna.
Survived by wife, Eileen "Pat" (née Flaherty); children, Laurie (Dean) Wyman, Melissa Ritchie (Patrick Birchem), Erin Leonard (Mike Simons), John (Rebecca) Leonard; grandchildren, Robert, Kaitlin, Miranda, Alex, Sophia, Easton, Bentley, Jameson, Harper; brother, Richard (Maureen) Roy; and many Flaherty extended...
Beverly Lou Carlson
Jan 22, 2025
Beverly Lou Carlson (née Hitzeman), age 85, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on June 12, 1939, in St. Paul, Minnesota.
A proud graduate of Central High School in 1956, Beverly worked in office roles at Brown & Bigelow and Rayette before marrying Larry Carlson in 1961. She...
Peggy Trudeau
Jan 20, 2025
(nee Betz)
Originally from St. Paul’s Midway
Age 74, of Hugo; passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2025.
Preceded in death by her parents, Al & Katy Betz; and godson, Bobby Neisen.
Survived by husband of 56 years, Gary; daughters, Julie and Laura; grandson, Terry (Nicole); great-grandson, Emmit; brother, John (Sue) Betz; sister, Cindy (Greg) Neisen; other family and close friends.
Peggy worked as a...
Henry F. Hodge
Jan 18, 2025
Age 88 of Roseville, passed away January 18, 2025.
Preceded in death by mother, Elaine Theis; brother, Walter Theis.
Survived by wife of 58 years, Merry Anne; daughters, Holly (Glenn) Johnston and Heather (Jeff) Selander; grandchildren, Brett, Matthew, Madison, Michael, and Megan.
Henry was a proud letter carrier for 31 years and loved talking to the people on his mail routes. He was...
Dorothy M. Peltier
Jan 17, 2025
Age 89 of Roseville, passed away on January 17, 2025.
Preceded in death by husband, Marvin; and daughter, Debbie.
Survived by daughter, Diane (David) Sawyer; son, Dale (Renee); grandchildren, Tammy, Michael (Anne), Melissa (Josh), Daniel (Heather), and Lisa; 14 great grandchildren; brothers, Donald (Jean) and Dennis (Laurie) Nistl; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Marvin and Dorothy were also foster parents...
John R. "Dick" Plotz
Jan 15, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our wonderful, beloved dad, John (Dick) Richard Plotz.
Dick passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on January 15, 2025, at the age of 84 and was reunited in heaven with the "love of his life", Joan Kay. He was born on February 24, 1940, to Godfrey and Lucille...
Richard W. O'Neil
Jan 15, 2025
Richard W. O’Neil, age 79, of Shoreview, MN, passed away on January 15, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard was born on May 15, 1945 and raised in the West 7th area of St. Paul. His life was defined by his love for family, his deep faith, and his lifelong commitment to learning.
Richard is survived by Susan; daughters, Kathleen and...
Don T. Halvorson
Jan 14, 2025
Don Tilford Halvorson, age 84, passed away January 14, 2025.
Don was born April 25, 1940 in Rochester, MN to Tilford and Gladys (Sylling) Halvorson.
Don was an only child. His mother passed away when he was 12 years old, and he spent a lot of time in his childhood with his extended family.
Don attended Rochester High School in Rochester, MN. Don...
Carol J. DuBay
Jan 11, 2025
Age 92, of Lino Lakes, was called home on Saturday, January 11th, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald N.; daughters, Mary J. and Patricia J.; son, Joseph; grandson, James.
She is survived by her daughters, Gerry, Jeanette (Dan Birdsall); sons, Doug (Nicole) and Ken (Jill); grandchildren, Senna Redpath (Joe), Taylor Star (Josh), Corey Genung (Max), Karri Roland, Zach DuBay,...
Frances Marie Tocko
Jan 11, 2025
Age 77, of St. Paul, passed away January 11, 2025.
Frances is survived by her sons, Matthew and Mark Anderson; and sister, Kathy Powers.
Private interment Resurrection Cemetery.
Margaret M. Pearl
Jan 11, 2025
Age 76, of Maplewood, passed away on January 11, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, Thomas & Mary (Suciu) Gannon; and brothers, James & Thomas Gannon.
Survived by husband of 56 years, Gary Pearl; children, Gary (Nancy) Pearl & Lisa (Jeff) Long; grandchildren, Ashley (Jonathan) Guzman, Kayla (Blake) Robinson, Hannah Pearl (Jakob Rubin); great grandchildren, Riley Robinson, Ella Robinson, Hailey Pearl Guzman; siblings,...
Keith Paul Perlich
Jan 9, 2025
Keith Perlich, 85, passed away at his home in Circle Pines, Minnesota on January 9, 2025. He was born Keith Paul Rustad on January 30, 1939, to Ethel Arnzen. As a young boy, he was adopted by Floyd and Anne (Wozniak) Perlich, of Minneapolis, Minnesota.
He was a 1957 graduate of Vocational High School in Minneapolis. He proudly served his country...
John G. Hennessy
Jan 9, 2025
John G. "Jack" Hennessy, age 74, of St. Paul, MN, passed away at home on January 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Jack was a proud, full blooded Irishman known for his wit and good humor. Jack attended St. Patrick's elementary school, St. Bernard's High School and the University of St. Thomas- ever proud of his excellent Catholic education. He...
Dawn M. Bierwerth
Jan 9, 2025
Dawn Marie Bierwerth (née Andert) passed away unexpectedly at the age of 65 in her home in Little Canada, Minnesota.
Preceded in death by her parents, Nicholas and Leona Andert; mother and father-in-law, Helmuth "Bud" and Helen Bierwerth; and her beloved son, Benjamin.
She is survived by her husband, Kim; sons, Brad (Bobbie Jo), Joel, Tim (Krystal); and her grandchildren, Bella Jo,...
Harlan G. Hegdal
Jan 9, 2025
Harlan G. Hegdal, 91, of St. Paul, passed away on January 9, 2025.
Harlan was born to Helmer and Myrtle Hegdal in Mankato, MN. He grew up in Nicollet, Arlington, and St. Peter, where he graduated from high school. Harlan retired from the MN Dept. of Transportation after which he and Kirsti spent time skiing, sailing, and traveling. He also pursued...
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