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Kim Louise Eha

Kim Louise Eha

Jan 2, 2025

Age 69 of Roseville, passed away on January 2, 2025. 

Preceded in death by husband, Doug; father, Thomas McPherson. 

Survived by children, Tina (Paul) Jewett, Brett (Buffie and her son Alex), Courtney (Emiliano) Morales; grandchildren, Carson T. Jewett, Roman and Isabelle Morales; mother, Roberta “Bobbie” McPherson; brother, Tom (Kelly) McPherson; nieces, nephews, additional family and friends. 

Celebration of Life 4-7 PM Friday, January 10...

Sharon A. Jacobson

Sharon A. Jacobson

Jan 1, 2025

Sharon A. Jacobson (Poechmann) (nee Merth) age 80, died peacefully at home with family on January 1, 2025.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Bernard and Marion (Murphy) Merth; along with many pets, relatives, and friends.

Sharon grew up on the East Side of St. Paul and graduated from Johnson High School. As a divorced parent, through a government program,...

Ralph R. Davies

Ralph R. Davies

Jan 1, 2025

Age 81, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025.

Preceded in death by wife, Lynn.

Survived by three nieces; one nephew; and friends.

Memorial visitation 2:00 - 3:00 pm Thursday, January 16 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home (Roseville), 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd. B followed by a memorial service at 3:00 pm.

Arlene J. Olson (Engwer)

Arlene J. Olson (Engwer)

Dec 31, 2024

Age 91, of Lino Lakes.

Passed away on December 31, 2024, surrounded by family.

Preceded in death by husband, Earl; son, Gary; daughter-in-law, Erika; son-in-law, Tom; parents, Fred & Leah Engwer; siblings, John, Ken, Don, & Helen; and dear friend, Shirley.

Survived by children, Doug, Diane (Keith) Meek, & Terri (Dan) Zastrow; daughter-in-law, Sue; grandchildren, Chad, Maria, Josh, & Ryan; nine great-grandchildren; four...

Thomas Richard Schaefer

Thomas Richard Schaefer

Dec 29, 2024

Thomas Richard Schaefer passed away unexpectedly at the age of 63 in his home in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Marlene; and brothers, Paul and Greg.

He is survived by his sister, Val (Jeff) McMorrow; brothers, Ron and Rick (Kelly); and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Throughout his life, Tom was known for his gentle spirit. He...

Fr. Thomas P. Fitzgerald

Fr. Thomas P. Fitzgerald

Dec 29, 2024

Fr. Tom Fitzgerald, age 84, passed away December 29, 2024.

Preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Anna; sister, Kathleen Thelen; and brother, Michael Fitzgerald. 

Survived by brother-in-law, Richard Thelen; sister-in-law, Yvonne Fitzgerald; many nieces, nephews, cousins, fellow priests and other religious; and friends. 

Following his ordination in 1966, Fr. Tom served the following parishes; St. Paul Cathedral, St. Michael in Stillwater,...

Rev. Carl P. Vaagenes

Rev. Carl P. Vaagenes

Dec 29, 2024

Rev. Carl Philip Vaagenes, age 97, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. He was born on December 23, 1927, in Betroka, Madagascar to Rev. Morris and Hanna Vaagenes who served there as Lutheran missionaries. His brother Morris was born 2 years later, followed by sisters Adelaide and Lois. His sisters died in early childhood in Betroka. 

Carl and Morris attended...

Louis Randolph Lentsch

Louis Randolph Lentsch

Dec 26, 2024

Louis “Lou” Randolph Lentsch passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his Maplewood home on December 26th, 2024 at the age of 66.

Lou is survived by his wife of 37 years, Jean, who built a beautiful and faith-filled life with him and their three sons, August (Mollie), Ehren (Catherine), and Peter. He is survived by his 10 charming grandchildren, Mary...

Phyllis S. Scheerer

Phyllis S. Scheerer

Dec 25, 2024

Age 88, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024. 

Preceded in death by first husband, John Wasiluk; second husband, Walter Scheerer; parents, Louis & Phyllis Raehsler; brother, John Raehsler; half-sister, Bonnie Torning; and half-brother, Dick Grace.

Survived by children, Bob (Suzanne) Wasiluk, Rick (Jane) Wasiluk, Lynn (Rich) Reed; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. 

At Mounds View High School, Phyllis took up acting....

Richard J. Esboldt

Richard J. Esboldt

Dec 24, 2024

Age 83, of St. Paul, passed away on December 24, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Raymond & Mary Esboldt; brother, Don (Helen) Esboldt; sister, Marlene Lenihan; and nephew, Tim Esboldt. 

Survived by wife, Marcie; children, Raymond (Lisa) Esboldt, Steven (Julie) Esboldt, Laura (Mark) Heyne; grandchildren, Katie (Mitch), Ted, Jacob, Claire, Natalie, Ella; sister, Rose (Gary) Rotter; and many nieces and nephews. 

Visitation...

Betty Mae Gaul

Betty Mae Gaul

Dec 23, 2024

Age 96 of Roseville, was born on May 13, 1928 and passed away on December 23rd, 2024. 

Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Paul Urban Gaul; daughter, Verlene Beth Spafford Gaul; and parents, Orie and Vera Van Ryn. 

Survived by son, Orin Paul Gaul; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Ann Gaul; and grandchildren, Olivia Bell Gaul and Olin Thomas Gaul.  

Betty loved bowling...

Charles R. Wyman

Charles R. Wyman

Dec 23, 2024

Age 73 of St. Paul, passed away on December 23, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Harris and Kathryn; sister, Joyce Long; brother, Donald Wyman.

Survived by life partner, Carolyn Coverdale; brothers, Mike Wyman, Jim (Lori) Wyman; other family and friends.

Memorial service 11:00 AM Monday, January 6 at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home-Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. @ County Rd B. Visitation from 10-11...

Carol A. Lyons

Carol A. Lyons

Dec 21, 2024

We are heartbroken to announce the passing of a kind and wonderful mother, nanny, sister and aunt. She passed away peacefully at the age of 80 surrounded by family.

She loved to go to the casino and watching crime shows.

She is survived by her three daughters, grandchildren, great grandchildren, and siblings along with many other family members and friends.

She will be...

Alice M. Larsson

Alice M. Larsson

Dec 20, 2024

Alice M. Larsson, age 80 of St. Paul, passed away December 20, 2024.

Preceded in death by parents, Morgan and Wilda Larson; and brother, Gerald Larson.

Survived by daughter, Wendy (Dave) Ferstle; and grandsons, John and Joe.

A Celebration of Life for Alice will be held from 1-4 PM Sunday, February 23 at The University Club of St. Paul, 420 Summit Ave., St....

Linda M. Summerville

Linda M. Summerville

Dec 20, 2024

Age 81, of Circle Pines.

Preceded in death by parents, Virgil & Mary Cook; and brothers, Gary, LaRue, and Kevin.

Survived by loving & supportive husband of 60 years, Kelly; children, Tina, Brian (Kristen), Michelle (JJ) Lunders, and Greg; grandchildren, Jacob (Natalie), Jordan (Omar), Morgan, and Madison; great-grandsons, Sawyer & Sterling; sister Karen (Jerry) Boles; and many nieces, nephews, other family and...

Marilyn Ann Maguire

Marilyn Ann Maguire

Dec 19, 2024

Marilyn A. Maguire, age 91 of Roseville, passed away December 19, 2024.

Marilyn was born and raised in Hobart, IN and kept her Hoosier character her entire life. After graduating from Hobart High School, she joined the Navy, unusual for a woman back in the day. She began her tour out west and met and married Norm, the love of her...

William Merton Nellis

William Merton Nellis

Dec 19, 2024

On December 19th, 2024, we lost a kind and generous father, grandfather and friend at the age of 99. 

Mert was born on March 2, 1925 in St. Paul, MN to Wm. Minter and Hattie Nellis. Mert grew up on the Iron Range in Nashwauk, MN with older sister Betty and younger brother Rollin. Growing up, Mert was a drummer in...

James L. Brown

James L. Brown

Dec 15, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of James L Brown, age 89, of Lino Lakes, MN, who died peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. 

Born on January 5, 1935, Jim spent over 20 years serving in the United...

Jacqueline J. Lind

Jacqueline J. Lind

Dec 15, 2024

Age 92 of Roseville, passed away on December 15, 2024. 

Preceded in death by husband, Christy; mother, Wahneeta; step-father, C.J. Noffsinger; sister, Janet Golden; brother, Jerry Anderson; son-in-law, Dennis Heaver. 

Survived by children, Debra Heaver, Cynthia Hartmann, Susan Grunzke, Robert Lind; grandchildren, Michelle Mueller, Tricia (Joe) Richter, Shane Heaver, Janelle Hartmann (Jason), Matthew (Kelsey) Hartmann, Adam (Ashley) Grunzke, April (Elijah) Blakesley; several...

Ann M. Jeddeloh (née Hokenson)

Ann M. Jeddeloh (née Hokenson)

Dec 13, 2024

Ann and Larry Jeddeloh were married on Dec. 18, 1976. Their early years were spent in the Twin Cities. A honeymoon trip in 1977 to Europe sparked an interest in world travel and Europe in particular. After a visit to Zurich, Switzerland in the early 1980s, they thought Zurich would be a great place to live. In 1990, the family...

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