OBITUARIES

Sharon C. Leslie

Sharon C. Leslie

Apr 15, 2022

Passed on to the pearly gates of Heaven on April 15, 2022 at the young age of 66. She was born on February 22, 1956. She married Robert “WingBob” Leslie on February 14, 2021 in Las Vegas, NV. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ken and Pat Kreuser; brother, Denny Kreuser; and niece, Kim Deloye. She is survived by her husband,...

Patricia L. Karas

Patricia L. Karas

Apr 15, 2022

AKA “Ma Karas”​Age 89, of Centerville Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 15, 2022. Preceded in death by husband, William Karas Sr. Survived by children, Bill (Deb), Barbara (Kevin) Rohan, John, and Penny (Clayton) Linn; 12 grandchildren; and six-great-grandchildren. Patricia was a decades-long, dedicated member of St. Genevieve’s, serving and volunteering in countless ways over the years. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM...

Lisa J. Raduenz

Lisa J. Raduenz

Apr 13, 2022

Age 64, of St. Paul, passed away April 13, 2022. Lisa was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Lucille Raduenz. She is survived by her sister, Lori; and extended family, her dear friend, Mary Louise Townsend; loyal friends, Mary Cloutier, Terrie Williams, Mike Tiebel, Jane Prosch-Jensen, Amy Vennewitz, Maureen Scallen, Sherry Munyon, Ann Johnson; and her loving companion, Lucy the...

June B. Edman

June B. Edman

Apr 9, 2022

June B. Edman  (nee Jetland), age 85, of St. Paul, passed away April 9, 2022.​Preceded in death by husband, James and infant son, John. Survived by siblings, Ole Savior, Dorothy (Dale) North, Joseph (Connie) Jetland, Jr. and Evelyn Harner; also a large loving extended family. Funeral service 11:00 AM Friday, April 22 at CALVARY CHURCH, 2120 N. Lexington Ave., Roseville. Visitation at...

Geraldine M. "Gerry" Phillippi

Geraldine M. "Gerry" Phillippi

Apr 9, 2022

Geraldine “Gerry” Phillippi, age 78, of Roseville, passed away peacefully April 9, 2022 surrounded by her loving family.

The family wants to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Gerry will be deeply missed by all who knew her kindness, her fantastic sense of humor, and her devotion to her family and friends.  

Gerry is...

Raymond Edward Brown Sr.

Raymond Edward Brown Sr.

Apr 8, 2022

Age 88, of St. Paul, passed away on April 8, 2022.​Preceded in death by wife, Eva Mae; son, Raymond E. Brown, Jr.; and sisters, Stephanie Jenkins & Loretta Broome.  Survived by children, Stephanie (Andre Tellis), Michael (Kari); grandchildren, Angelo, Andre, Anthony, Alonzo, Tiana, Kalen; great granddaughter, Camilla; and sister, Carolyn Davis of Cleveland, OH.  Raymond served in the Army following...

Max D. Crocker

Max D. Crocker

Apr 6, 2022

Born to Daniel and Carmen Crocker in Circle Pines, MN and called to his heavenly home on April 6th, 2022 He is survived by his mother, Carmen Crocker; father, Daniel Crocker; sister, Nicole (David) Krolak; brother, Samuel Crocker; grandmothers, Pat Scott and Loretta Phillips; niece, Natalie Krolak; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends who are too numerous to...

Georgene "Genie" Scherma

Georgene "Genie" Scherma

Apr 6, 2022

Age 88, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2022 with her family holding her hand and whispering their unending love and devotion. Genie will be remembered for her contagious laugh and joyful personality. She was passionate about traveling and especially enjoyed opportunities to vacation in Maui. She was always willing to share this island experience and travelled there...

Virginia H. Ross

Virginia H. Ross

Apr 5, 2022

Age 85, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, formerly of Odin, Illinois, died peacefully on April 5, 2022.​Virginia was preceded in death by her husband of nearly sixty-two years, Joseph Ross; parents, Edgar and Helen (Steen) Wright; brother, George Wright; brothers-in-law, George Ross and John Belcher; sister-in-law, Mary Katherine ‘Sis’ (Ross) Belcher; son-in-law, Tom Pockrandt; and nephew, Mike Belcher. Virginia is survived by...

Donald J. Lindberg

Donald J. Lindberg

Apr 5, 2022

Age 98, of St. Paul.​

Preceded in death by wife of 62 years, Esther; son, John; grandson, Christian; parents, Edward & Christine; brother, Earl; and sisters, Alice & Verna. 

Survived by sons, Steve (Rev. Reany) and Eric (Pam); six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; companion Lucy Westphal; and many nieces & nephews.  

Dad was a longtime teacher with St. Paul Public...

Dorothy A. Curtis

Dorothy A. Curtis

Apr 5, 2022

Preceded in death by husband, Robert E. Curtis; a brother; and her infant son.​

Survived by her children, numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and younger brother.​

Devoted mother and faithful servant of God. Avid square dancer, gardener, and traveler.First employee at Target (T1), where she worked for 25 years.​

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Tuesday, April 12 at THE CHURCH OF...

Michael G. Hyden

Michael G. Hyden

Apr 4, 2022

Age 67, of Lino Lakes; passed away peacefully with his family at his side on April 4, 2022. 

Mike grew up in Roseville, MN, graduating from Kellogg High School in 1972 and Hamline University in 1976. He then went on to graduate from the University of MN School of Dentistry in 1979. As a longtime dentist (37 years) in Lino Lakes,...

Dennis E. Morelan

Dennis E. Morelan

Apr 3, 2022

Age 73, of Roseville.​Passed away suddenly on April 3, 2022.  Preceded in death by parents, Merle and Leona Morelan. Survived by daughter Tammy (Steve) Benson; son Dennis Jr. (Sarah); grandchildren, Ally, Kisa, and Jameson; siblings, William, James (Cheryl), Linda (Richard) Manke, and Steven (Debra); many nieces, nephews, and friends.  Special thanks to The Estates at Roseville assisted living facility for their...

Shelly Rothbauer-Auldrich

Shelly Rothbauer-Auldrich

Apr 3, 2022

Age 51, of Cottage Grove, passed away suddenly on April 3, 2022.​Preceded in death by father, Norman Auldrich.​Survived by husband, Matt "Bubb" Rothbauer; children, Norman (19) & Ethan (16); mother, Sharon Auldrich; siblings, Jeff (Mary) Auldrich & Wendy (Charles) Griffiths; and many "Outlaws".​Shelly graduated from Burnsville High School and UW-Stout. She worked for the Minnesota Dept. of Education for 20...

Christopher N. Sauro

Christopher N. Sauro

Apr 2, 2022

On Saturday, April 2, 2022 Chris Sauro Jr. passed away peacefully at the Sholom Home in St. Paul. He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Lena and Chris Sauro Sr.; sisters, Virginia Bilotta, Margaret Alfonso, Flemie (Chuckie) Cook, and Lucinda "Cindy" Burton. ​Chris is survived by wife of 64 years, Fern; children, Chris and Heather; grandchildren, Eric Delmonico and...

Vit Rudzitis

Vit Rudzitis

Mar 31, 2022

Loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather

Age 83, of St. Paul; passed away on March 31, 2022.

Preceded in death by beloved wife, Irene; son, Stephen; brother, Olgerts; and parents, Joseph and Bronislava.

Survived by devoted son, Chris (Jill); and cherished granddaughter, Sophia.

Private interment Roselawn Cemetery.

Antoinette E. Kennedy

Antoinette E. Kennedy

Mar 30, 2022

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend.  

Age 80, of St. Paul, passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 30, 2022.  

Preceded in death by husband, William; parents, Archie & Antoinette Perteet; & sister, Charlotte Bower.  

Survived by children, Joel (Heidi), Dana (Dan), Renee (Scott) McNeil, Antoine “Tony”; grandchildren, Christopher, Jasmine, Habeeballah, Jordan, Ibrahim, Sabri; Goddaughter, Chanell Owens;...

Barbara Anne Harnett

Barbara Anne Harnett

Mar 29, 2022

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Sister ​Age 67, of Roseville Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on March 29, 2022 following a brief, acute illness. Survived by husband of 45 years, Maurice “GABBI”; children, Carey (Dan) Rodeck, Joe, Molly, and Neal; grandson, Evan; siblings, Kathy (Chuck) Cole, Michael Hencier, Suzie (Tim) Koenig, Nancy (Bill) Hester, Liz Hencier; niece, Shelly (Matt) Johnson; other...

Richard James Andersen

Richard James Andersen

Mar 29, 2022

Our loving father was reunited with his wife Patt when he entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in his sleep on Tuesday, March 29, 2022.

We go through life making all kinds of decisions. Some good, some bad. One of the best was when Richard decided to respond to an altar call at a Billy...

Darrell W. "Bill" Phillips

Darrell W. "Bill" Phillips

Mar 28, 2022

Age 73 of Lino Lakes, passed away peacefully at home on March 28, 2022, after a three-year battle with cancer.   Preceded in death by parents, Richard and Nellie Jo (Guthrie) Phillips; brothers, Richard “Dick” and Reynold, and sister Nancy Combs; and four step-siblings.   Survived by wife of 52 years, Barbara; daughter, Melody Wald (Tom Deer); son, Darrin (Theresa), later Darrin’s...