Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Kerry E. Beecroft

Kerry E. Beecroft

Jan 28, 2025

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Age 56, of Baytown Township, passed away suddenly January 28, 2025.

Preceded in death by father, Eugene. 

He will be sadly missed by mother, Bonnie; sister, Kelly (Steve) Riemenschneider; niece, Nicole Riemenschneider; many other family and friends. 

A celebration of Kerry's life will be Friday, February 21, 2025, 3:00 P.M. at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve...

Aurora Solsrud

Aurora Solsrud

Jan 27, 2025

Aurora Solsrud was a radiant soul whose smile lit up the room when she was born on March 19, 2011. She died by suicide on January 27, 2025. Aurora possessed a spirit as bright and vibrant as the northern lights for which she was named. Throughout her young life, she brought joy and generosity to everyone around her.

Aurora was an...

Judy Johnson

Judy Johnson

Jan 27, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Judith "Judy" Emily Johnson, at the age of 82 on January 27th, 2025 after a long battle with dementia.

Judy was born on May 15th, 1942 to parents Anastacio and Gladys Viray in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by: brothers Carlos and Andy Viray,...

Robert Lutz

Robert Lutz

Jan 27, 2025

Robert V. LUTZ, age 68 of Hugo, passed away unexpectedly in his home on January 27, 2025. He will be missed by those who survive him: son, Robert (Casey); brothers, David (Kathy), James (Sharon), Marvin, Charles; nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, David F. and Lorna J.

Bob spent most of his career at Wilson...

Grant Engen

Grant Engen

Jan 26, 2025

Grant J Engen

Born May 31, 1960. Carried back home by angels to be with the Lord on 1/26/25. He leaves behind his precious daughter and 'Sugar Bear' Samantha; Robyn, and sisters Deborah and Heather.

We know the hardest part was leaving Sam. We will be together again.

A memorial service will take place at 2:00 PM...

Colleen Mulcahy

Colleen Mulcahy

Jan 26, 2025

Colleen O'Shaughnessy Mulcahy

Age 54 of St. Paul, passed away of natural causes on January 26, 2025.

Colleen was an artist passionate about fashion, design and painting. She captured people with her portrait sketches. Colleen recently celebrated seven months of sobriety with the support of her sponsors, Michele and Misty, her AA community and her long-term friend, Michelle Benson. Colleen was a...

John "Pat" McLean

John "Pat" McLean

Jan 26, 2025

Born on July 7th, 1938, John "Pat" McLean lived a full 86 years of life. He died peacefully on January 26th, 2025, content to meet his Creator. As an Irishman born in Michigan, Pat enjoyed a good meal of meat and potatoes and cheering on the Detroit Lions. After high school, he enrolled in the military for three years and...

Ruth Anne Anderson

Ruth Anne Anderson

Jan 26, 2025

Age 57, of Minneapolis, formerly of Duluth MN and Washburn WI, passed away peacefully January 26, 2025 surrounded by her children. She was an enrolled member of Sault St. Marie Tribe and close relations in Red Cliff and Bad River WI. 

Ruth was known for her contagious smile and her ability to light up any room she entered. Ruth was a...

Gail Brostrom

Gail Brostrom

Jan 25, 2025

Gail Brostrom, age 77, passed away on January 25th, 2025 after a long and valiant battle with dementia.

Gail was born October 29th, 1947 in Fargo, ND, to Myron and Beverly (Kyllo) Bjelverud. Gail was well known for her vivacious personality, continual willingness to help others, and when needed, providing a dose of very sarcastic wit. Upon graduating high school in...

Jax'son Xavier Lee Smith-Thompson

Jax'son Xavier Lee Smith-Thompson

Jan 25, 2025

Our cherished baby boy, Jax'son Xavier Lee Smith-Thompson, passed away unexpectedly on January 25, 2025. A private Celebration of Life to honor his precious and important life will be held on February 25, 2025 at Bradshaw Funeral Home. 

Jax'son was born on September 5th, 2024 weighing 7 lbs 3 oz. After coming home, Jax'son spent his days doing what babies do...

Dolores Sogge

Dolores Sogge

Jan 25, 2025

Dolores Ann Sogge (née Mackay), age 94, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 25th, 2025. She was born in Cumberland, WI on May 11th, 1930 - the firstborn child of John and Fena Mackay. The world became a happier, more loving place that day. After graduating from Cumberland High School, Dolores moved to the big city of Minneapolis....

Helen Buse

Helen Buse

Jan 25, 2025

Helen Marie Buse (Bruski)

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Helen Marie Buse on January 25, 2025, at the age of 79. Helen was born on February 14, 1945 in Stillwater, MN.

Helen is survived by her children; James (Dawn) Buse, Craig (Ruth) Buse, Lisa (Timothy) Branville, and Cindy (Jessie) Garcia; her 6...

Orwin L. Carter

Orwin L. Carter

Jan 24, 2025

Age 82, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully at home with his family. Preceded in death by parents, Orwin “Louis” and Florence Carter; and his son, Jeffrey.

He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 58 years, Anita; son, Steve (Rebecca); daughter-in-law, Shelly; grandchildren, Cassandra, Maia, Bryn, Jackson and Paige; nephew, Andrew and other family and friends.

He went to school...

Dan Fleming

Dan Fleming

Jan 24, 2025

Dan Fleming, 79, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Inventor, joined the saints eternal on Jan. 24th, 2025, after a long battle with prostate cancer. Dan was born on a snowy Christmas day in Ottumwa, Iowa, where he spent his formative years shooting marbles and playing the French Horn, graduating class of ’64 from Ottumwa HS. 

A proud Cyclone, he attended Iowa...

Kenneth Johnson

Kenneth Johnson

Jan 23, 2025

Kenneth Donald Johnson

Age 88 of Minneapolis, passed away of natural causes surrounded by family on Thursday, January 23rd, 2025.

He is preceded in death by siblings Yvonne, Warren, and Tina.

He is survived by his loving family and friends.

A Funeral Service celebrating Ken's life will take place at Bradshaw, 3131 Minnehaha Ave S, 55406, on Wednesday February 19th from 11-1 with a...

James "Jim" Louis Pfutzenreuter

James "Jim" Louis Pfutzenreuter

Jan 23, 2025

James "Jim" Louis Pfutzenreuter, 93, passed away peacefully at home in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, on January 23, 2025. Born on April 23, 1931, to Aleksander (Alex) L. and Elin Marie (Thorgrimsen) Pfutzenreuter, Jim lived a remarkable life defined by determination, resourcefulness, and an irrepressible spirit.

Jim is survived by his children, Laura Kate Schmidt (Tom), with their children Jeff (Becky),...

Leslie A. Joslin

Leslie A. Joslin

Jan 22, 2025

Leslie A. Joslin, 61, of Woodbury, Minnesota, passed away on January 22, 2025.

Born on July 20, 1963, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Leslie was the youngest of four children born to George Buys (Jessie) and Patricia Tate-Wolfington. She graduated from Frank B. Kellogg High School in 1981 and earned a Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Family Services from the...

Carolyn Landry

Carolyn Landry

Jan 21, 2025

Carolyn Landry, age 87 of New Richmond, passed away after a brief illness. She is survived by her son, Donald (Eva) Woeltje; daughter, Cheryl (Gordon) Arcand; grandchildren, Jacqueline Woeltje, Adam Arcand; sisters, Linda Amour, Jina Burkitt and brother, Jay (Pat) Murphy; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; parents, Carl and Juanita; and an infant...

Ruth Martinez Pichardo

Ruth Martinez Pichardo

Jan 21, 2025

Ruth Martinez PichardoBorn on May 26th, 1936

Born and raised in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Beloved mom, grandma, great grandma, aunt, daughter, corazón and many more. Ruth loved to cook, and taking care of others. She enjoyed going to the casino, playing bingo, playing lotería with her friends at the group and loved watching horse racing at Canterbury Park. She always...

Nancy Michel Lambert

Nancy Michel Lambert

Jan 21, 2025

Age 57 of Afton, formerly of Louisiana

Nancy passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side on January 21, 2025 after a long battle with cancer. Nancy was a devoted mom and a loving wife. She was known nationally as one of the Power 100 women in Security Industry Association (SIA). Nancy graduated from Georgia Tech with a...