Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Ruth Larson

Ruth Larson

Mar 15, 2022

Ruth Johanna Larson

(nee Forsblad, Weidell)

Age 91, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her daughters.  Preceded in death by her parents, 7 brothers, 2 sisters, husbands, Roger Weidell and Lars Larson; and daughter, Terri Weidell.

She will be sadly missed by her 4 surviving daughters, Linda,...

Doris Grenier

Doris Grenier

Mar 15, 2022

Doris G. Grenier

Age 92, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully on March 15, 2022.

Preceded in death by parents, Herman and Clara Froyum; sister, Ruth Ofstie; and son, Michael.  She will be sadly missed by husband of 64 years, Don; sons, Ronald and James; grandchildren, Thomas, Shannon and Jordan; great-granddaughter, Aurora; other family...

Erica Franklin

Erica Franklin

Mar 14, 2022

Erica L. Franklin of Saint Paul, passed away at her home on March 14th, 2022.

Funeral services will be held at Bradshaw's Rice Street chapel on Monday, March 28th

Memorials to family.

Iva Lou Jones

Iva Lou Jones

Mar 14, 2022

Jones, Iva Lou (Budenski)

Born May 25, 1933, died peacefully on Monday, March 14, 2022, at Waterford Manor in Brooklyn Park, surrounded by her loving family.

Preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Augusta Budenski; husband, Kenneth; daughter, Sandra, and son, James Jones; and sisters, Virginia Oberg, June Holmen, and Louise Leweke.

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Michael Birch

Michael Birch

Mar 14, 2022

Birch, Michael L., Age 42 of Minneapolis passed away on March 14, 2022.  An urban wanderer, he captured in photographs the people and wildlife of the city he loved.  He was a dreamer, a star gazer, a beard afficionado and a mensch.  Michael had great affection for those experiencing homelessness and other challenges and provided assistance whenever and however...

Jennifer Lund

Jennifer Lund

Mar 12, 2022

Jennifer L. Lund

Age 45, of Saint Paul Minnesota, passed away on Saturday March 12th, 2022.

A memorial gathering will be held at Bradshaw's Rice Street chapel on March 16th from 1-4pm.

Robin Chinander

Robin Chinander

Mar 12, 2022

Robin Clare Chinander, 66, of Lindstrom, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022.

She will be missed by her family and friends.

Private interment at Almelund Cemetery in Center City, MN at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, Memorials preferred. Memorials preferred to Immanuel Lutheran Church (37515 Park Trail, Center City, MN 55012), Center...

Mary Ramsay

Mary Ramsay

Mar 11, 2022

Mary Lou Ramsay, 85, of Oak Park Heights, formerly of Duluth, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 11, 2022.

Mary Lou was a loving mother and grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with all of her family. She grew up in Duluth, MN where she attended Holy Rosary School and graduated from Stanbrook High...

Patricia Grogan

Patricia Grogan

Mar 11, 2022

Born on April 22, 1938 and passed away peacefully on March 11, 2022 surrounded by so much love and all of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Lorraine Perrier, brother Jim and her youngest son, Dan.

She had an amazing life.  Grew up in Withrow, MN with lots of...

Marjorie Spiller

Marjorie Spiller

Mar 11, 2022

Marjorie Ann Spiller, Age 78 of Saint Paul, MN formerly of San Marcos, TX, went to be with the Lord on March 11th, 2022.

Affectionately known as "Grammy" by her grandchildren, & their cousins, she was loved dearly by her in-laws. A creative soul, Marjorie was an avid baker, crocheter, quilter, & seamstress. Her marriage with Joseph,...

Heather Lundin

Heather Lundin

Mar 11, 2022

Heather Marie Lundin

Heather Lundin, age 45, passed away on March 11, 2022 peacefully at home following a courageous battle with cancer.  Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends she loved.

Heather’s life may have ended too soon, but she touched the hearts of many while she was with us.

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Richard Waskey

Richard Waskey

Mar 9, 2022

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all”

- Dick Waskey

In the early morning hours of March 9, 2022, Dick took his last breath here on earth and entered the glorious presence of Jesus. Dalene was by his side as he went peacefully. We are grieving...

Anne Caton

Anne Caton

Mar 8, 2022

Anne Louise Caton, age 72, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 8, 2022.

As an administrator for over 30 years at the University of Minnesota in the Department of Forestry and College of Biological Sciences, Anne demonstrated steadfast commitment to providing opportunities for women and minority groups. For her dedication, she was...

Dr. John Tobin

Dr. John Tobin

Mar 7, 2022

John A Tobin M.D.

John lost his valiant and dignified battle with Alzheimer’s surrounded by love on March 7th 2022.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Margaret Tobin, children James, Amy and Allison and his favorite cousin Bill Tobin.  He is survived by his greatest champion, Marie, to whom he has been married...

Victoria "Vickie" Cartony

Victoria "Vickie" Cartony

Mar 7, 2022

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Victoria “Vickie” (Lelle)

Passed away peacefully on March 7, 2022, just before her 75th birthday. She is survived by her children, Sharon (Dan) Roland, John Ness; siblings, Rebecca Cable, Nancy May, Jeffry (Debra) Lelle, Kevin (Nancy) Lelle, Nanette Berglund; grandson, Kevin (Addie) Roland; great-granddaughter, Delilah Sue; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in...

Janice "Jan" Greene

Janice "Jan" Greene

Mar 7, 2022

Greene, Janice R. “Jan” (Nee: Friedrich)

Age 77 of Stillwater

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 7, 2022.

Things that brought Jan great joy included traveling, camping, card games, various arts and crafts, and most of all spending time with family and friends.  She lit up a room with her...

Ramona Sorenson Sanders

Ramona Sorenson Sanders

Mar 6, 2022

Sorenson Sanders, Ramona (Nee: Christopherson)

Age 81

Passed away peacefully on March 6, 2022 with her children at her side after multiple courageous battles with cancer.  Ramona was born on June 9, 1940 to Raymond and Edna (Taylor) Christopherson in Spring Valley, WI.

Two of her proudest personal accomplishments were her decades long...

Karen Gorski

Karen Gorski

Mar 3, 2022

Gorski, Karen E.

Karen passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with breast cancer on March 3, 2022, surrounded by family. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Jerry; parents, Otto and Chloe Froelich; brother, Paul Froelich; parents-in law, Gerald and Corrine. Survived by children, Erek (Angela), Erin, and Christopher (Christina); grandchildren, Madison, Emma, Violet, Ava, and Logan;...

Kathryn Nixdorf, Md

Kathryn Nixdorf, Md

Mar 3, 2022

Dr. Kathryn Elise Nixdorf, 42, passed away on March 3, 2022 at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital after a sudden medical emergency.  Katie was born on November 3, 1979 at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire, WI. to Carolyn (Berg) and Paul Nixdorf.  Katie was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church and graduated as a valedictorian from Memorial High School class...

Lynnette Gillstrom

Lynnette Gillstrom

Mar 2, 2022

Lynnette M. (Charpentier) Gillstrom, 73, of Houlton, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 2, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrance and Lois and brother, David.

Lynnette will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 52 years, Elmer; children, Jeanine Tipton, Skip Gillstrom, and Eric (Mandy) Gillstrom; grandchildren, Alexsia,...