OBITUARIES
Virginia Ann Chesla
May 3, 2020
Age 92, of Minneapolis and Lino Lakes; passed peacefully on May 3rd at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis, from Alzheimers. Survived by seven children, Stephen, Ginny Felice, Catherine “Kit” (Jeff Vanderbilt), Daniel (Nannette), Patrick (Carol), Michael (Judith), and Joseph; and her brother, David Malthouse (Nan). Predeceased by her husband, Joe Chesla, and sister, Catherine Witte. Survived by grandchildren Peter, Sarah, Cat, John, Emily Bader, William Vanderbilt, Andreis...
Frances M. Hansen
May 2, 2020
Passed away May 2, 2020 at 93 years of age.She was preceded in death by her parents, Frances and Paul Foss; brothers, Jim and Richard Foss; and sister, Anna Margaret Thiem.She is survived by her daughter, Diane; son-in-law, Kim; grandsons, Brian Haselman and wife Jillian; Jonathan Haselman and wife Amber; granddaughter, Terese Taly; five beautiful great-grandchildren; brother, Paul Foss; and...
James M. Hestekind
Apr 29, 2020
Age 85, of Circle Pines. Passed away April 29, 2020. Preceded in death by parents, Ole and Ruby Hestekind of Deer Creek, MN. Jim was a proud Vet who served more than 25 years in the Army National Guard. Jim also served his community for 10 years as a volunteer Circle Pines Fire Fighter, and was a proud member of...
Deborah Lee Patrin
Apr 28, 2020
Age 62, of Princeton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 28, 2020. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Emily.Survived by husband, Rodney; children, Derek (Jane), Jeff, Randal (Joanna), Noah, MaryAlice, Steven (Megan), and Tony; grandchildren, Courtney, Kaitlyn, Bryant, Shelby, Audrey, Kagan, Kassidy, Phoenix, Lukas, Caleb, and Lincoln; great-grandchildren, Starlette, Kage, Riot, Titan, Indigo, Aspen, Meadow, and...
Gary E. Markovich
Apr 25, 2020
Age 74, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2020. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph & Ruth (née Liban) Markovich. Survived by loving wife, Gayle (née Heckel); daughter, Michelle “Blondie” (Davin) Duren; granddaughters, Niya "Shark” & Kendra “Little Stuff”; siblings, Ronald Markovich & Diane Sandin; and many extended family & friends. Gary was the inventor & founder of Safe T...
Susan Molin (Aune)
Apr 25, 2020
Age 64, of Mahtomedi, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2020 at Regions Hospital after a long battle with heart disease and diabetes. Suz was born in Duluth, MN on November 26, 1955 and grew up in Roseville. After graduating from Alexander Ramsey H.S., she continued her education to become an RN. She always had a passion for caring for others, from her work as a...
Vernon Kuchenmeister
Apr 23, 2020
Age 77, passed away peacefully on April 23rd, when he was reunited with the love of his life, Susan Johnson; his parents, 6 brothers and 3 sisters. Survived by his son, Dennis; his daughter, Laura Glaser; grandchildren, Dillon Seiffert, Chris (Julia) Glaser, and Kaylee Glaser; great grandchildren, Christian and Micah; brothers, Donny and Bobby; sisters, Margie Meyer and Patsy Bauer; Sue’s 4 daughters and their families, many nieces,...
Jean C. Smith
Apr 23, 2020
Age 84 of St. Paul, passed away on April 23, 2020. Preceded in death by grandson, Brandon; sister, Dorthy Bacon; brother, James Smith. Survived by son, Jimmy Gomez (Amanda Crabb); grandchildren, Dominic, Gabriella, Ava, and Jimmy Jr. Gomez; sisters, June Bjorklund, Bernadine Diercks. A Celebration of Life will be planned at a later date.
Jackson Jacob Orrick
Apr 22, 2020
Age of two months, passed away peacefully surrounded by his parents on April 22, 2020. Jackson was born February 12, 2020 to parents Chelsea Downs and Chris Orrick. Jackson blessed his family with his love to be held and to be snuggled. He found joy in listening to his parents talk to him and found comfort in their arms when...
Paul Donald Schmidt
Apr 22, 2020
Paul passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of April 22, 2020. He was diagnosed with vascular dementia in December 2018.Paul is preceded in death by his father, Donald W. Schmidt. Survived by mother Lillian A. Schmidt; adult children, Amber Lahr (Nick) & Steven Eckman (Amy); siblings Karen Wagner (Ken), Susan Schmidt (Rob Briggle), Chris Koster (Lori Abraham),...
Richard G. “Dick” Hjelm
Apr 22, 2020
Age 78, of Roseville Passed away peacefully April 22, 2020. Preceded in death by wife, Patricia. Survived by, son Erik (Nancy); grandchildren, Blaine (Danielle), Keli, Aren; great grandchildren, Isabelle, Bailey, Peyton, Evan; brothers, Tom (Sandy), Kenneth (Andrea); and nieces & nephew. Dick was an accomplished high school athlete, with football & hockey as his primary sports. Hockey continued to be his passion...
Eugene F. Plaschko
Apr 15, 2020
Age 88, of Vadnais Heights, died peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on April 15, 2020. Reunited with his wife, Delores “Dee”, in Heaven. He especially enjoyed Frogtown friends and special visits to Madeline Island. Gene thrived on family time and enjoyed being the life of the party, helping others, and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. He will...
Wilma L. Davis
Apr 14, 2020
Age 90, of Maplewood, passed away April 14, 2020. Survived by daughter, Sandi (Greg) Smith; grandchildren, Marty (Nina) Smith, Graham Smith, and Jennifer Davis; four great-grandchildren, Kyle, Henry, Maggie, and Thea; and sister, Sharon Palmer. Preceded in death by husband, Bill; daughter, Leslie; and special friend, Milt Willer. She loved sending cards to family, her Path of Grace family, and all her friends. Special thanks to...
Henry A. Lahn
Apr 13, 2020
Age 65, of Blaine.
Preceded in death by parents, Hank & Ruth; and brother, Dick.
Survived by wife, Bridget; sons, Chris (Brandi) and Jesse (Justine); grandchildren, Isaac, Ethan, Isla; siblings, Pixie (Jerry) Stoeckel and Tom (Jeannie); and many nieces & nephews.
Henry was an avid sportsman and was known for his home runs. He had the ability to make people...
Helen F. Merth
Apr 12, 2020
Age 97; born November 2, 1922 to Frank and Alberta (Stout) Merth in St. Paul, MN. Died peacefully on Easter Sunday, April 12, 2020. Preceded in death by brothers, Herbert, Bernard, Ralph, Leonard, Walter, and Cyril; and sisters, Florence Merth and Ethel McCarron. Survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Helen was a true athlete who enjoyed long blade skating, downhill skiing,...
Jason King
Apr 12, 2020
Age 55, was found passed away at his home on April 13, 2020. Jason was born in Minneapolis, MN on December 12, 1964, son of Rodney and Rae Jean King. He graduated from Centennial High School May 25, 1983. After High School, he enlisted in the Army, where he was very honored to serve his country. After his stint in...
Bertha Mae Wegscheider (Taylor)
Apr 12, 2020
Age 95 of Circle Pines passed away on April 12, 2020. Preceded in death by parents and siblings. Survived by husband, Jerome; children, Jim (Ruth) Dunn, Judi Lutgen, and Pam Stevens; many grand, great, and great-great grandchildren. Private family services.
Jerome A. Stafki
Apr 10, 2020
Age 69, of East St. PaulPreceded in death by parents, Alfred & Dorothy; and brother, Scott. Survived by children, Laura Carey-Stafki, Christina Casanova, Jason Abbott, Jennifer Whiteman, Joy Abbott, Jordan Abbott, and Steven; three grandchildren, including Joshua Marberry; and siblings, Alfred Jr. (Donna), James, Janice (Ray Jr.) Richardson, Dorothy (John) Wallner, and Gregory. A private family memorial will be planned.
Lucerne C. Tapson
Apr 8, 2020
Age 87 of Mounds View.Preceded in death by son, Gary; brother, Donald Jr; sister, Mary; and parents, Gladys and Donald. Survived by his wife of 59 years, Carol; sons, Thomas, Steven and Randy; sisters, Doris, Deloris and Grace. Lu grew up on the family farm in Hannah, ND and graduated from Wales High School in 1950. Later in the army he was stationed in...
Betty A. Lehmann
Apr 7, 2020
Age 91, passed away April 7, 2020
Preceded in death by husband, Donald, Sr.
Survived by children, Mary Sue Mitchell, Don, Jr. (Candy), and Ron (Jodi); grand-, great-grand-, and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Lois Maloney; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Special thanks to the staff and residents of Presbyterian Home of Arden Hills for making mom's final years memorable.
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