Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Harry Martin

Harry Martin

Jun 23, 2022

Harry Martin passed away peacefully on June 23, at the age of 79. Harry was preceded in death by parents Gladys (Meinen) (1999) and Douglas (1957) Martin and father-in-law Antonio Padilla.  He is survived by his wife of 58 years Cecilia (Padilla) Martin, brother Don J Martin (Carolyn) - MI, sister Leslie (Goldstein) Pincher - Fairmont MN, children Brook...

Delores Pavek

Delores Pavek

Jun 22, 2022

Age 90, passed away Wednesday, June 22.

She was an outstanding person and was loved by so many for her spunk and wit.  She was an amazing mother and a best friend.

She is survived by her son, John, his wife, Diana and two grandsons, Jared and Jacob, Jacob’s wife, Allie, as well as daughter,...

Dick Hanson

Dick Hanson

Jun 21, 2022

Dick Hanson achieved the pinnacle of his life's service to Christ at 3:14am on Tuesday, June 21, when he was welcomed into heaven.  At the time of his death, he was wearing a T-shirt that read "Make a Difference", which couldn't have been more appropriate because Dick Hanson made a difference in the world, and to everyone who knew him....

Roland Lundstrom

Roland Lundstrom

Jun 20, 2022

Roland Lundstrom was born on March 11, 1927 to Oscar and Hulda Lundstrom in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was the oldest of two children. After graduation from Columbia Heights High School, he served in the US Navy near the end of WW2. He then attended the University of Minnesota earning a degree in Civil Engineering. He subsequently worked for the...

Paul Schultz

Paul Schultz

Jun 20, 2022

Preeminent colo-rectal surgeon Paul Evans Schultz MD died at home in his sleep on June 20, 2022. He was 86.Born in 1935 to Mary (nee Evans) and Paul Schultz in Dubuque, IA, he was raised in Fond du Lac, WI. His mother was a public school music teacher, and her sons were both active musically. Dr Schultz in particular...

Wanda Hansen

Wanda Hansen

Jun 20, 2022

On June 10, 2022  Wanda was hospitalized with a severe brain bleed with a second occurrence the next day. She never regained conscientiousness and then died early the morning of the 20th.

Wanda was born December 2, 1948 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She enjoyed a wonderful childhood.  She married her husband Dana on January 18, 1970 and...

Betty Nelson

Betty Nelson

Jun 20, 2022

Age 88, went gently into the night; beautifully, peacefully, gracefully on June 20, 2022.  She was mom to her three children - Cyndi, Chris, and Jennie, two sons-in-law - John and Jeff, and Grandma and “number 4” to her special friend and granddaughter, Else.  She loved us all fiercely.  She was gracious and kind to everyone, knowing it just took...

Robert Villesvik

Robert Villesvik

Jun 20, 2022

Bob was born July 12, 1934 in Minneapolis, MN. Baptized at Calvary Lutheran Church on August 26, 1934 and confirmed in the Lutheran faith on June 5, 1949 at Calvary Lutheran Church of Minneapolis, MN. In 1952 Bob graduated from Minnehaha Academy on his way to Gustavus Adolphus College where he started the pep band and received his Bachelor...

William Trautz, Sr.

William Trautz, Sr.

Jun 19, 2022

William Trautz, Sr.

After a long and full life, William Trautz, Sr. passed away peacefully on June 19th surrounded by his family. Survived by Sara, his loving wife of 67 years and two sons, John (Jill) of Edina and Reid (Mimi) of Fairfax, Virginia, and preceded in death by Bill Trautz, Jr. in 2017. He was...

Robert Hatchel

Robert Hatchel

Jun 19, 2022

In loving memory of Robert Hatchel who passed away June 19, 2022 at 93 years old.

He was preceded in death by his son, Michael.

Bob will be missed by his wife, Gloria (Mariana); daughters, Beth (Tom) Ross of San Diego, CA, Mary (Robert) Sena of Monrovia, CA, and Christina Cobos of Pomona, CA; and...

Ronan Jameson

Ronan Jameson

Jun 19, 2022

On Friday, we were so excited to celebrate Harley’s first Father’s Day. Ronan Anderson Jameson was born perfect at 9:20 am, 6/17/22 at a healthy 7lbs, 14oz, 20in. Unfortunately, we only got 45 hours with our sweet son, who stopped breathing in his sleep early Sunday morning and never came back to us. We are so grateful he chose...

Marvin Weber

Marvin Weber

Jun 18, 2022

Marvin L. Weber

Age 89, of Stillwater, MN, formerly of Birchwood, WI, Rice Lake, WI and Virginia, MN passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 18, 2022.

Marvin was married to Winnifred Samson.  This year, 2022, was their 70th year of marriage.  He was a long time Store Manager for Herberger’s Department...

Joan Marchio

Joan Marchio

Jun 18, 2022

Marchio, Joan Shirley [Stewart]

Age 95, of Maplewood

Joan passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2022. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She was married for 59 years to and preceded in death by her husband Daniel Marchio; son Richard; and brother Bill....

Diane Kolodziej Gray

Diane Kolodziej Gray

Jun 17, 2022

Diane Marie Lillian Kolodziej Gray, 77, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, June 17, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hank and Lillian; brother, John; and grandchildren, John and McKayla.

Diane will be missed by her children, Bonita Zolen, Daniel Gray, Roxie (Nick) Larson, and...

Sally Davis

Sally Davis

Jun 16, 2022

Sally Susan Davis, 72, of Stillwater, passed away after a courageous two year battle with cancer on Thursday, June 16.

Sally loved and supported her family with devotion and endless energy.  She greatly appreciated living close to her children and grandchildren. Days spent with her were always special, including her popular “Camp Grandma” time each summer spent full...

Darren Ginther

Darren Ginther

Jun 16, 2022

Darren Scott Ginther, 38, of Roseville, Minnesota, died June 16, 2022, two days after suffering a massive heart attack. If Darren had a say, his full obituary would read: “Darren died. In his honor, go hang out with some friends. Bring a beverage and a coozie.” However, here is what his wife Michelle, their kids, his mother Sue, family,...

Irene Sorenson

Irene Sorenson

Jun 15, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Irene Leona Sorenson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sharon Hillestad

Sharon Hillestad

Jun 15, 2022

Sharon Joyce Hillestad, 77, of Lake Elmo, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

Private Interment in Volga, SD.

Donald Schelander

Donald Schelander

Jun 14, 2022

Donald Roy Schelander, 81

Passed away peacefully June 14, 2022. Preceded in death by wife, Diane; Parents, Carl and Donna Schelander; brothers, Dennis and Charles. Survived by children, Wendi (Doug) Easthouse and Tim. Grandchildren, Clint, Bethany (Max) Kasberger and Cole. Sister Carol (Mike) Herrick. Sister in law, Nancy Hoffman. Several nieces and nephews....

Donald Bishop

Donald Bishop

Jun 14, 2022

Donald Eugene Bishop, 87, of Woodbury, MN, formerly of Columbia, PA, Baltimore, MD, Newark, DE, Littleton, CO, Lanham, MD, Buffalo Creek, IL, St. Petersburg, FL, and Stillwater, MN, passed away at home with family on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

He was an Army Veteran.  Don retired at the age of 62 after nearly 30 years in banking,...