Lisa Williams
May 18, 2025
Lisa Yvette Williams
Celebrating a Full Circle of Life.May 18, 1965 - May 18, 2025.Well, family, here we are. If you're reading this, I've officially made my grand exit-but don't worry, I left this world just the way I lived in it: surrounded by my girls, my grandbabies, and a whole lot of love.Born in Atlantic City, NJ, I was the...
Wallace Leonard Hanson
May 18, 2025
Wallace “Wally” Leonard Hanson
Age 97 of Vadnais Heights, Minnesota
Born in Waseca, Minnesota
Welcomed into the arms of our Lord and Savior on May 18, 2025.
Preceded in death by loving wife of 66 years, Doris; parents Leonard and Esther; siblings Loren, Donald and Marjorie. Survived by daughters Jean Hanson (Mary Gearin), Judy (Mike) Kelly, Janet (Joe) DeGidio; grandchildren Shawn Kelly, Erin (Jacob)...
Pat Albertson
May 16, 2025
Lois Patricia "Pat" Albertson, 99, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, in her home on the St. Croix River.
Born October 5, 1925, in Bluffton, Indiana, to Mervin and Garnet (Hurst) Smith, Sr. Pat's fierce love of family-and the mischievous twinkle in her eye-blossomed early, nurtured by her siblings, Mervin Jr. and Sue.
She was president of the National Honor Society...
Charles E. Speaks (Ph.D.)
May 14, 2025
Age 89, of Woodbury, MN died on May 14, 2025.
Survived by sons, Charles Brandon Speaks (wife, Elizabeth Jensen) and Jeffrey Bryant Speaks (wife, Kelsey Speaks), grandchildren, Aurelia Joy Speaks, and Whitaker Charles Speaks.
Preceded in death by wife, Nancy E. Niccum; parents, Carl T. and Helen B. Speaks (Lowman); and brother, Robert A. Speaks.
Professor Speaks served on the faculty of the...
Devin Melzer
May 14, 2025
Devin Paul Melzer
Age 24, of St. Paul & Minneapolis
Devin passed away on May 14, 2025. He was a devoted son, brother, grandson, cousin and friend who brought light and laughter wherever he went. A lifelong athlete, Devin played sports from childhood through college, embracing teamwork and competition with passion. He shared a special bond with his brothers—whether at the movies...
Diane F. White
May 14, 2025
Age 79 of Lakeland MN, passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025.
Diane's life was defined by her boundless love, heartfelt generosity, and unwavering devotion to family and friends. She leaves behind her loving husband of nearly 60 years Dennis; children Denise Hafner (Cory), Derick (Julie); grandchildren Samantha, Justin, Jeremy (Caressa), Alex, Joshua, and Anna; siblings Gloria, Wayne (Sue), Wanda, Rosie,...
John Grams
May 13, 2025
John Edward Grams
Age 90
John Edward Grams (also known as "Little Bits" or "Red") went home to the Lord peacefully on May 13th, 2025 surrounded by many loved ones.
John was born August 7th , 1934. He was the 12 th and last child of Peter and Anna Grams of Cold Spring, MN.
John was preceeded in death by his parents, Peter and...
William Sylvester Tomljanovich
May 13, 2025
Died at home in Lake Elmo, Minnesota on May 13, 2025 after a brief illness at 98 years of age.
He was born in Ironton, Minnesota on May 9, 1927 to Blaz and Anka Tomljanovich. He graduated from Crosby-Ironton High School in 1945. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1945-1946 and returned to graduate from Brainerd Junior College in 1947....
Joseph Cunningham
May 10, 2025
Joseph (Joe) Cunningham, age 91, passed away on May 10th, 2025. Preceded in death by parents Martha and Peter Cunningham, brothers James and Peter, sisters Mary Ann, Sister Roque (Frances), Martha, and Catherine, nephews Brian Cunningham and Peter Johnson and niece Elizabeth Johnson. Survived by cousin Elizabeth Kelly Brookshire, and nieces and nephews, Mary Muwahid, Craig (Cindy) Cunningham, Cathy Cunningham,...
Margaret "Peggy" DeGeest
May 9, 2025
It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beautiful mother, Margaret "Peggy" Anne DeGeest on May 9, 2025 after a long and stoic struggle with Lewy Body Dementia. She was 80 years old.
Peggy was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on December 23, 1944 to the late William and Audrey Johnson. She is also preceded in death by...
Donna M. Foss Linell
May 9, 2025
Age 98, of Woodbury, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 9, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her first husband of 43 years, Robert N. Foss, and her second husband of 23 years, Robert D. Linell; son, Greg Foss; daughter-in-law, Janice Foss; granddaughter, Andrea Foss; and brother, Clifford Moore.
Donna will be dearly missed by her children:...
Dorothy "Dee" Alma Dennis
May 9, 2025
nee Mordick, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2025 at the age of 102.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; son-in-law, Ron Dornfeld; parents, William and Alma Mordick; her sister, two brothers and their spouses; and beloved friend, Floyd “Swede” Olson.
She is survived by her son, Brian (Pat) Dennis; daughter, Sharon Dornfeld; 4 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren;...
Kenneth Gowdy
May 8, 2025
Kenneth “Ken” E. Gowdy, 88, of Roseville, MN, died on May 8, 2025. Ken was born May 23, 1936 in Hibbing, MN to the Rev. Vernon and Lois (Cook) Gowdy, the second of five children. Education: Denfeld HS, Duluth; BA cum laude UMD (1958); BA and BTh St. Paul Bible College (1960); BD summa cum laude Bethel Theological Seminary (1963);...
Donald "Don" Herbert Roll
May 8, 2025
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Donald “Don” Herbert Roll, Age 62, of Stillwater, Minnesota. Born April 22, 1963, in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.
Don passed away unexpectedly on May 8, 2025. Known for his infectious smile, kind heart, and unshakable positivity, Don brought light and joy to the lives of everyone he knew. He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all...
Jon Meister
May 6, 2025
Jon Meister
Age 88 of Stillwater
Passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on May 6, 2025.
Jon is survived by his wife of 64 years, Janice; children, Jeff (Chris), Brad, Becca (Doug) Wilson, and Molly (John) Price; brother, Michael (Jo) Meister, 10 grandchildren, Michael, Joey, Kayla, Sam, Jessica, Emily, Anna, Luke, Diego and Ellie, 6 great grandchildren, many cousins, nieces,...
Hammon "Tom" Becken
May 5, 2025
Hammon (Tom) Thorwald Becken was called to be with his Heavenly Father on May 5, 2025, passing peacefully while surrounded by his loving family. A man of faith and high integrity who valued hard work, community and family, Tom leaves behind a legacy as a highly-driven and accomplished business and community leader as well as a loving husband, brother, father,...
Jack Overbye
May 4, 2025
Jack Overbye lived a remarkable life-a life defined by love, generosity, curiosity, and quiet strength. On May 4, 2025, surrounded by his adoring family, Jack passed away in St. Paul, Minnesota, at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy that spans generations and touches countless lives.
Born on February 3, 1935 and raised in Grafton, North Dakota, Jack was shaped...
Jean Perrin Swenson
May 4, 2025
Jean Perrin Swenson
Age 73 of St. Paul
The multi-faceted love of Christ has shone brightly through the life of Jean Perrin Swenson. Born on Sunday, May 4th, 1952, to Sidney and Gloria Swenson, Jean was the second of four children. She attended Highland Park Senior High School and graduated in 1970. After high school, Jean attended the University of Minnesota, where...
Mignon Manelli
May 3, 2025
Mignon Marilyn Manelli, age 86, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away peacefully on May 3rd, 2025, in the company of her loving daughter, Mignon Justine (Finn). Mignon was born the third of four children on November 18th, 1938, in Davenport IA to parents Daniel and Mignon (Dean) Manelli. Her father, a psychiatrist and administrator at Illinois state hospitals, and her mother,...
Audrey De St Dovi Agbemaple
May 3, 2025
Audrey Agbemaple
Aged 32 years, passed away on May 3, 2025.
Audrey was born in Kpalimé, Togo and will return to be buried in her family's homeland.