Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Mark Howard

Mark Howard

Feb 22, 2019

Age 58 of Golden Valley passed away on February 22, 2019. Mark loved Minnesota sports. He is preceded in death by mother, Darlene (Russell) Hammer. Survived by daughter, Nicole Fawcett; two grandchildren; and lifelong best friends, John & Pam Kumpula. Funeral Home Minnehaha 3131 Minnehaha Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55406

David Wilmes

David Wilmes

Feb 21, 2019

Wilmes, David John Age 69, of Somerset, WI, died February 21st in his RV in the Mahave Desert following a gathering of family and friends. David was born the son of David and Mary Wilmes on July 25, 1949 in St. Paul, MN. David began his career with the MN Dept. of Corrections in 1974. He worked in several positions,...

Judith Ptacek

Judith Ptacek

Feb 21, 2019

PTACEK Judith Mae (nee Utschig) Age 69, of Stillwater Passed away February 21, 2019 Preceded in death by father, John Ralph Utschig. She will be lovingly remembered by husband of 46 years, Michael; children, Christi Ptacek, Benjamin Ptacek (Kai Takatsuka); mother, Marion Utschig; sister, Patricia Greeley (George); brother, Daniel Utschig (Sue); other family and friends. Judy passed away in peace...

Burr Behler

Burr Behler

Feb 20, 2019

BEHLER Burr Lloyd Age 93, of Oak Park Heights Passed away February 20, 2019 Preceded in death by his parents Lloyd & June (Burr) Behler, siblings Janett Grafstrom, Dr. Robert and Lloyd Jr. "Bud", and wife Judith Mae (Olson). Survived by sons Ben, Bill (Patty), Dave (Deanna) and John (Tiffany); 8 grandchildren. Burr was born in St. Paul, attended Breck...

Agnes Heider

Agnes Heider

Feb 20, 2019

Agnes C. Heider a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother peacefully passed away at Catholic Eldercare on February 20th at the age of 94. Preceded in death by husband, Melvin "Bud" Heider; parents, Joseph and Mary Senesac; sons, Thomas, Paul and baby John; daughter-in-law, LaVonne and grandson, Jeff. Survived by daughter, Nancy (Dan) Rions; sons, Richard, and Mark (Joan); daughters-in-law, Carol...

Anne Krawchuk

Anne Krawchuk

Feb 20, 2019

Krawchuk, Anne February 12, 1937 - February 20, 2019 Loving Mother, Grandmother & Faithful Friend. Survived by her children: Marvin, Diane, Cynthia, Darlene and Constance. Along with 12 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, whom she loved dearly. . Visitation Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard Stillwater, MN 55082 Tuesday, February 26, 2019 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM...

Gene Peltier

Gene Peltier

Feb 19, 2019

Left us on February 19, 2019 and is now reunited with his beloved wife, Ann. Gene was born on Nov. 30, 1926 in St. Paul, MN. Gene resided in Lake Elmo until moving to Boutwells Landing in 2014. Ann & Gene were married in 1948 and together had 9 children; Jane (Paul) Dobbs, Bruce Peltier, Nancy (Dan) Kuckler, Paul (Sandy)...

Doris Erickson

Doris Erickson

Feb 19, 2019

Under a full snow moon upon a verse of Amazing Grace, Doris Jean Erickson passed on into loving realms February 19, 2019. Beloved, musical, supportive woman of her timea�"Doris was a talented communicator, writer, traveler, conservationist, avid bird watcher (cardinals held a special place in her heart), creative homemaker and she held many secretarial and administrative positions. Born in North...

John Agger

John Agger

Feb 18, 2019

John "Jay" Arthur Schafer Agger Age 65, of Roberts, WI Passed away peacefully Monday afternoon, February 18, 2019, in Stillwater, Minnesota. Born March 1, 1953 in Chicago, Illinois to Marilyn Adele and John George Schafer. John passed when Jay was six and was adopted by Ray Karkow Agger, who provided for a wonderful childhood in Mt Prospect, IL and at...

Christopher Almquist

Christopher Almquist

Feb 18, 2019

Almquist, Christopher "Chris" age 34 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully February 18th, 2019. Chris worked at Prince's Marble for 14 years. He also loved to fish; it didn't matter what for or with whom, as long as he was on the water. He lived for his kids, whether cooking, fishing, or just spending time with them. Always a prankster, Christopher...

Glenn Ekman

Glenn Ekman

Feb 17, 2019

Glenn William Ekman was born April 12, 1930 in Minneapolis, MN. His path through life included a stint in the army, several years farming in South Dakota, and 7 years as a Minister (Worker), laboring mostly in South Dakota. In 1966, he married Glennys Bradshaw, and together they started a home in Minneapolis. Glenn went to the University of Minnesota...

Helen Gossell

Helen Gossell

Feb 16, 2019

Helen died peacefully on Feb 16 at the age of 98. A determined and energetic woman, she shared her spirit with many as a mom, grandma, Home Ec teacher, Sunday school teacher/admin, and volunteer. Born in 1920 she grew up in North Mpls. She spent the majority of her life in the Nokomis area of S. Mpls. She was an...

Jeanne Svoboda

Jeanne Svoboda

Feb 16, 2019

Passed away peacefully on February 16, 2019 at the age of 80. Survived by sister, Joyce Cole; children, Joe (Reen), Nancy (Rick), and Diana (Jerry); 13 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends. She loved playing the accordion and bowling, she was crafty and had a special love for dogs. Memorial Service, Monday, February 25, 11am at...

Shirley Widseth

Shirley Widseth

Feb 16, 2019

Age 92, passed away with beauty and grace surrounded by family on February 16, 2019. Survived by husband Wayne D. Johnson, sons, Ken Nordstrom and Greg (Beth) Nordstrom; grandchildren, Brent (Nikki) Nordstrom, Brianne (Josh) Douglas; and great-grandchildren, Camden and Cora Nordstrom. Also survived by her dear extended family whose visits she looked forward to and enjoyed. Preceded in death by...

Benjamin Bradford

Benjamin Bradford

Feb 16, 2019

Benjamin Bradford passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 16th, 2019, at the age of 73. Survived by his wife of 47 years, Cora-Emma Bradford; children, Cozzett (Cody) Bradford, Katrina Bradford, Denita Ngwu, Benjamin Bradford II and Joseph Bradford; 14 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; and other family and friends. He was a loved and respected community member who enjoyed spending time...

Dianne Glenna

Dianne Glenna

Feb 16, 2019

GLENNA Dianne E. (Preble) Age 72, died on Saturday February 16, 2019 in Floyd, NY, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 21, 1946 in Malden, MA to Walter and Marjorie Preble. She was a 1964 Graduate of Woburn High School, Woburn, MA. Dianne married Leon Glenna on May 8, 1976 in Melrose, MA. After which they began...

Joseph Mulcahy

Joseph Mulcahy

Feb 16, 2019

Mulcahy, Joseph P. Age 85, resident of Augustana Apartments, Minnesota, and previous resident of the Powderhorn Park neighborhood for 47 years, passed peacefully at his home on February 16, 2019. Joe was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA and was a graduate of Saint Leo's High School in Ashley, PA. He went on to Kings College, Cum Laude, in Wilkes-Barre, PA and...

Peter Schnichles

Peter Schnichles

Feb 16, 2019

Peter Schnichles Age 79 , formerly of St. Paul Left us peacefully February 16. Army veteran. Long time Rice Streeter, VFW supporter, and former owner of Tin Cups. Preceded in death by parents; siblings, Marlene (Roy) Lakie and George. Survived by daughter, Tracy (Dan) Daubenspeck; grandchildren, Joseph and Jeremy Daubenspek; siblings, Eleanor (Larry) Woelfel, Diane Schwier, Marlys (Terry) Woelfel, Mary...

Steven Williams

Steven Williams

Feb 15, 2019

Steven Todd Williams, age 53 of Elk River The youngest child of Ralph and Louella Williams, Steven was born on April 28, 1965. He died on February 15, 2019, shortly after returning from a vacation in Mexico where he made many new friends. Stevie was love. He loved his family, friends, workers and even those he just met, even the...

Richard Dilliard

Richard Dilliard

Feb 14, 2019

Richard Rueben Dilliard, age 61 of Minneapolis, passed away February 14th, 2019. Richard attended the University of Minnesota, earning a Master's Degree in English. Among other places, he worked at the Urban League Street Academy. He was a collector of coins and loved growing plants, whether it be a flower or a tree. He was preceded in death by his...