Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Bonita Ruiz

Bonita Ruiz

Nov 16, 2021

Bonita Rose Ruiz beloved Daughter, Mother, Sister, Aunt, Grandmother passed away peacefully at home November 16th 2021 at the age of 73. Bunny was a kind, sweet lady who touched many lives. She was a selfless woman who many adored. She always seen the positivity and beauty in life. Who enjoyed going to the ocean and her trips to...

Edward Thyen

Edward Thyen

Nov 15, 2021

Edward B. “Ed” Thyen

Age 86, of North Branch, formerly of Cottage Grove, went home to his Lord and Savior November 15, 2021. He was born on the family farm in Farming, Minnesota, on January 29, 1935. He was the fourth of seven siblings. He met the love of his life, Marie, in December 1956 and married...

Dale Shappell

Dale Shappell

Nov 15, 2021

Age 67, of St. Paul, passed away on November 15, 2021.

He is welcomed into heaven by his parents, Kenneth and Marilyn; longtime partner, Beverly, son, William; sister, Dawn; and brothers, Gary and Keith.

Survived by children, Lisa and David; brother, Dennis; 4 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He will be...

Juanita Suchy

Juanita Suchy

Nov 14, 2021

Juanita May McWilliams Suchy

January 26, 1927 – November 14, 2021

Preceded in death by mother, Emma E. Dexter; father, Charles M. McWilliams; husband of 32 years, Walter C. Suchy; sister, Susie McWilliams Greul; son, James P. Suchy “Jim”; grandson, Charles C. Suchy “Chip”; granddaughter, Vanessa C....

Andre Johnson

Andre Johnson

Nov 14, 2021

Andre Johnson

Age 61 of New Richmond, WI, formerly of Minneapolis, MN passed away unexpectedly on November 14, 2021

Andre, a veteran of the US Marine Corps, was a newly retired teacher from Somerset Middle School. He loved to be out in nature, and with that enjoyed many activities that immersed him...

Troy Schally

Troy Schally

Nov 14, 2021

Troy Thomas Schally, age 50, of Roseville, MN passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, on November 14, 2021.

Troy was preceded in death by his son, Henry Aaron; grandparents, Rudolph and Hilda Schally and Norbert and Josephine Tuerk; parents-in-law, Jerry and Becky Tuttle; and best friend, Aaron Dunwoody.

Troy was born on...

Florence Claus

Florence Claus

Nov 13, 2021

Florence “Flo” Claus

Age 91, of Stillwater, formerly of North St. Paul & Wayzata

Passed gracefully to heaven on November 13, 2021.  Preceded in death by son, Kevin.  She will be sadly missed by husband, Charles “Chuck”; sons, Joel and Chris (Julene); grandchildren, Mac, Madi, Jake and Rekha; many nieces, nephews,...

Carmelina Rodriguez~Reyes

Carmelina Rodriguez~Reyes

Nov 13, 2021

Carmelina Maria Rodriguez-Reyes was a dynamic force of love, light and diligence with family and friends who love her deeply. Born in Minneapolis, MN on July 17, 1947 to Julia and Carmen Rodriguez. Carmelina helped care for her siblings that followed, and continued to care for others during her career by helping elderly patients as a Medical Assistant. Carmelina...

Betty Robinson

Betty Robinson

Nov 12, 2021

Betty Jane Robinson of White Bear Lake was born March 24, 1927 and passed away November 12, 2021, at Waverly Gardens in North Oaks, Minnesota with son Charles (Chip), daughter in-law Kennlyn and daughter in-law Mary at her side.

Betty Jane was survived by son, Scott (Mary), son Mark (Cyndy), and son Chip (Kennlyn); grandchildren Becky Robinson,...

Dorothy Naughter

Dorothy Naughter

Nov 11, 2021

NAUGHTER, Dorothy H. (Schneider)

Age 94 of St. Paul/Maplewood

Beloved mother

Passed away on November 11, 2021.

Survived by son, John Naughter, Jr. and his partner, Helen Dovolis. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, John, Sr. Dorothy was a devout Catholic and life member of St. Bernard parish. Aside...

Joan Peterson

Joan Peterson

Nov 10, 2021

Joan Peterson, age 64, missionary in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, passed into the loving arms of Jesus, on November 10, 2021, surrounded by family and friends.

Joan grew up in St. Paul, but it wasn’t long before her missionary work led her to travel the world. When she was 18, her family moved to Indiana and she attended...

Mary Haufek

Mary Haufek

Nov 10, 2021

HAUFEK Mary E.

Age 77 Of Roseville

Passed away on November 10, 2021. Mary was born in Florence, Arizona on October 10, 1944 and was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Marge Anderson; mother- and father-in-law, Russ and Doris Haufek; and beloved husband, Robert Haufek. She is survived by her daughters, Julie (Jason)...

Patrick Kerrigan

Patrick Kerrigan

Nov 8, 2021

Our beloved Patrick Kerrigan, age 62, of Northfield, formerly of Minneapolis, born September 20th 1959, passed away November 8, 2021. Pat enjoyed a wonderful childhood in Lake Forest, Illinois with his four younger siblings, parents, and grandparents, all of whom he adored. He found many of his life-long friends during his time at Gustavus Adolphus College. From Gustavus, he...

Bernadette "Bernie" Christiansen

Bernadette "Bernie" Christiansen

Nov 8, 2021

Service Announcement: Join us for a celebration of Bernadette’s life at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, August 21, 2022, at The Capri Theater, 2027 W Broadway Ave, Minneapolis. Stay for lunch and Bernie's famous margaritas. We ask that you are up-to-date on your Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters.

A livestream and recording of the event will be...

Rose Gustafson

Rose Gustafson

Nov 8, 2021

Rose Marie Gustafson, 96, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2021. She was born on July 2, 1925 in Minneapolis, MN and lived a full, rich life – always proud of her Swedish heritage and Twin Cities home. She never missed spending at least one long, entire day at the Minnesota State Fair. Serving as a gracious, glamorous stewardess...

Floyd Carlson

Floyd Carlson

Nov 7, 2021

Carlson, Floyd R.

Passed away peacefully on November 7, 2021, age 90. Preceded in death by wife of 65 years, Shirley. Survived by children, Ron (Kathryn) Carlson and Julie (Jeffrey) Dorner; grandchildren, Sarah, Erin, Hannah, and Ella. Service Thursday, November 18, 11:00 A.M. at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater. Visitation One hour...

Scott Tierney

Scott Tierney

Nov 7, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Scott Tierney, age 60, on November 7th, 2021. He went home to be with Jesus and was welcomed by those who preceded him in death: his parents, Lorraine Thomford and Charlie Tierney; sister, Barbara Jean McMahon; daughter, baby Sarah; mother-in-law, Sharon Blaul; and his fur babies Chip and...

Lynette Knight

Lynette Knight

Nov 7, 2021

Lynette Marie Knight (Yuha Minne Wi) Lynn is survived by her parents, Richard and Patricia Knight, only daughter, Charissa Rose Oothoudt, beloved grandchildren, Angel Perez, Priscilla Sanchez, Seferino "Bubba" Sanchez, Graciella Sanchez, Sage Narikawa, sisters, Lisa Aspinwall (Scott) and Terri "Buhdee" Knight (Billy), many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. Lynn loved all her grand kids and they loved...

Steven Mastro

Steven Mastro

Nov 6, 2021

Steven D. Mastro, 73, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 6, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mary Ellen, and brothers, Tim and Pat.

Steven will be missed by his daughters, Jennifer Mastro and Julie Mastro; their mother, Debra Mastro; granddaughter, Justyne Mastro; brother, Mike (Karen) Mastro; nieces;...

Merle Johnson

Merle Johnson

Nov 6, 2021

Merle Johnson - Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend - passed away on November 6, 2021. Merle was born in Duluth, Minnesota in 1929. He was a four sport athlete at Duluth Central High School before he received his B.A. at UMD. After marrying Charlene Carlson in Duluth, he entered the Navy in 1951 and served his country...