Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

James Lowey

James Lowey

Jun 8, 2019

Age 73 of Woodbury passed away peacefully June 8, 2019. James was born in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, eventually moving to the United States with his family. Even though he was a Canadian citizen, he volunteered for military service during the Vietnam War, and served there as an officer in the US Army. He became a Combat Engineers Unit Commander and...

Jerry Puhalla

Jerry Puhalla

Jun 7, 2019

PUHALLA

Jerome “Jerry”

Friend of Bill W. for 43 years

Passed peacefully surrounded by family on June 7, 2019, age 83. Survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara; children, Patrick (Marnique) Puhalla and Denise (Douglas) DeMulling; grandchildren, Mitchell (Jonie) Otterson, Nick DeMulling, Cayla (Billy) Richards, Jackson, and Alyssa Puhalla; great-grandchildren, Delilah, Mitchell,...

Jeannette Primmer

Jeannette Primmer

Jun 6, 2019

PRIMMER

JEANNETTE M.

NEE CORMIER

Passed away at home surrounded by family on June 6, 2019 after a long and courageous journey. Preceded in death by her father, Theodule Cormier. Survived by her husband, Robert A.; children, Chad (Alice) Fontaine and Matthew (Katrina) Fontaine; step-children, Andrew, Abby, and Aaron Primmer; grandchildren, Ethan, Carson,...

Daniel Murphy

Daniel Murphy

Jun 5, 2019

DANIEL PAUL MURPHY

Age 65 of Minneapolis passed away June 5, 2019. He is preceded in death by parents, Frank & Emily; and brother, Marvin James. He is survived by his partner, Bootsie Pearson; and her daughter, Lisa Leitchman; siblings, Sharon (Dennis Olson), David (Judy Strand) & Diane (Martin) Smith; and nephews, other family & friends.

Marilyn Van Oppen

Marilyn Van Oppen

Jun 5, 2019

Marilyn “Mez” van Oppen (nee Moog) Age 86 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully June 5th, 2019. Marilyn was an exceptional mother, caring teacher, and talented actress. She inspired many with her compassion and intelligence, and filled many a hungry stomach with her delicious cooking. She has been released of her pain and is now free to sing with angels....

Judith "Judy" Stein

Judith "Judy" Stein

Jun 5, 2019

Judith “Judy” Ryan Stein passed away peacefully on June 5th 2019 surrounded by her loving family.  She was preceded in death by her father, William Ryan.  She is survived by her husband, Tom Stein; son, Ian Stein; daughter, Justine Stein Sullivan; daughter in-law, Danielle Stein; son in-law, Tye Sullivan; grandchildren, Lucas and Zoey Stein; mother, Geraldine Ryan; and brother, Steve...

Janice Johnstone

Janice Johnstone

Jun 5, 2019

Johnstone, Janice M., (nee Paulsen), age 76, of Hugo, MN, passed away peacefully June 5, 2019 surrounded by her family.  Preceded in death by husband, Ronald; parents, Gilbert and Jeanette Paulsen; sister, Carol Kolasinski; and brothers, Gary and Duane Paulsen.  She will be sadly missed by sister, Betty (Clarence) Byram; brother, David (Gale) Paulsen; many nieces and nephews.  Also survived...

Robert Lussier

Robert Lussier

Jun 4, 2019

Robert Lussier, age 32, passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2019. He was preceded in death by his father, James Lussier; brother-in-law, Mike Adkisson; aunt, Sandy Treptow. He will be missed by those who survive him: his mother, Barb Lussier; siblings, Dawn Smith, Jodi (Nick Holler) Adkisson, Corey (Nikky) Lussier, Briana Lussier, Jason Lussier; special aunt, Kim (Curt) Chapin;...

Michael Richardson

Michael Richardson

Jun 4, 2019

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

Cynthia Neal

Cynthia Neal

Jun 3, 2019

Cynthia Neal of Roseville, MN born on December 16, 1959 at the age of 59 lost her battle to cancer on June 3, 2019. She leaves behind one brother, one son and two daughters, also 4 granddaughters and 3 grandsons. Funeral Service will be 11:30 AM at BRADSHAW, 1078 Rice Street, St Paul MN on Thursday, June 20th with a...

Susan Benson

Susan Benson

Jun 3, 2019

Age 68, of Stillwater

Passed away peacefully on June 3, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Harold and Goldie Beaver; siblings, Butchie, Dennis, Margie. She is survived by husband, Rolyn; children, Jayme (Chris) Wicklund, Denny Benson; grandchildren, Riley and Taylor; siblings, Betty (Dennis) Hale, Cheryl Iams, Bobby (Tony) Beaver, Judy (Jerry) Langness, Jimmy Beaver; many...

Donna Atneosen

Donna Atneosen

Jun 3, 2019

Aged 67 of Hamilton, MT, formerly of St Paul, MN, passed away peacefully early in the morning on June 3, 2019 after a brief battle with an aggressive cancer. Her infectious laughter and ready smile will be greatly missed by family, friends, and the community. The world was a brighter place because of the time she spent with us....

Alfredo Darcourt

Alfredo Darcourt

Jun 1, 2019

Age 62 of Cuba was reunited with his parents on June 1, 2019.

Alfredo was preceded in death by his parents, Zacarías Darcourt and Juana Castellaños.

He was survived by his children, Nana Davila (Isidro Cortez), Papo Darcourt (Antonia Medina), Angel (Zora) Darcourt, Miguelito (Ceannah) Darcourt; grandchildren, Anna, Mari, Ceci, Tere, Nessa, Leilani, Alfredo III,...

William "Bill" Newham

William "Bill" Newham

Jun 1, 2019

William “Bill" Newham, 84, of Arden Hills, MN, passed away on June 1, 2019 surrounded by family.

Bill was born to parents Jim and Irma Newham on December 6, 1934 in Guelph, North Dakota. He graduated from Minneapolis Edison High School in 1953 and later served in the Army where he was stationed in Korea. He...

John Henry

John Henry

May 31, 2019

Henry, John Thomas, 86, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2019 at his home in White Bear Lake. He is survied by his wife, Carla and children, Alexandra Bartolic (William), Elizabeth Henry (Ronn Easton), John Thomas Henry, Jr. (Shannon), and Catherine Olsen (Greg); eleven grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. John grew up in Bald Eagle Lake, graduated from White...

Ronald Messetler

Ronald Messetler

May 31, 2019

Messetler, Ronald Paul 82, of White Bear Lake, passed away May 31,2019

He was preceded in death by son’s Ronald Jr., and Robert, parents Mathias and Frances, Brother George. He leaves son Michael (Jacki), daughter Nora(Jeff), sister Mary, friend Kathleen, 6 grandchildren,14 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews to cherish his memories. A casual open house gathering...

David Volker

David Volker

May 31, 2019

Age 68 of Minneapolis passed away on May 31, 2019 at the Minneapolis Veteran’s Home after a courageous battle with lung cancer. David grew up in South Minneapolis and attended Incarnation Grade School where he learned Latin and was an altar boy. Dave then went on to attend De La Salle High School where he played hockey. David enlisted...

Carrie Smith (Zhiiwanagaabowequay)

Carrie Smith (Zhiiwanagaabowequay)

May 29, 2019

Age 52, passed on the afternoon of May 29th, 2019. Preceded in death by her biological father Virgil Wind; adopted father Samuel Smith; paternal grandparents Sonny & Dorothy Wind; and maternal grandparents Charles Moose & Ida Skinaway. She will be dearly missed by her children Jennifer Smith, Zachary, Kelsey, Sandra, Juan, and Charles; grandchildren LeRoy Smith Kegg, Oden; nieces...

Michael Boehlke

Michael Boehlke

May 29, 2019

Boehlke Michael W. Age 25

Passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2019

Survived by mother, Jodell  “Missy” Boehlke; father, Tim Boehlke (Mel); brother, Joseph (Amy); niece, Hayden and grandmother, Joleen Tierney. Preceded in death by grandparents, Willis Boehlke, Jan Boehlke, and Peter Tierney; uncle, Matt Shetka and cousin, Carter Tierney. A Celebration of...

James Berg

James Berg

May 28, 2019

BERG

James B.

Age 85 of White Bear Lake

A loving husband, father and grandfather, Jim passed away peacefully on May 28, 2019. He was preceded in death by wife, Betty; parents, Ralph and Minnie; brothers, Bob and Bill. He is survived by his children, Doug; Karen (Jay) Stevens; grandchildren, Nathan and Logan;...