Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Berhane Fesshiai Asgede

Berhane Fesshiai Asgede

Jun 30, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mr. Berhane Fesshiai Asgede

We are deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, Mr. Berhane Fesshiai Asgede, who passed away at the age of 63.

Berhane was born in 1962 in Asmara, Eritrea, to his father Shambel Fesshiai Asgede and mother Mulu Mebrahtu Woldu. He attended Asmara Habesha School in Deki...

Albert "Al" Scheele

Albert "Al" Scheele

Jun 29, 2025

Albert Scheele passed away peacefully at the amazing age of 100! He was born into a very large family during the Great Depression and is one of nine siblings. When Albert became of age, he served in the U.S.Navy during World War II and was stationed on the West Coast. He was very fortunate to not see any action due...

Judith Erpelding

Judith Erpelding

2025

Judith (Laegeler) Erpelding, 78, passed away with her family by her side on June 28, 2025 after a battle with cancer. Judith was born in Minneapolis in 1947 to Frank and Opal Laegeler.

She is survived by the love of her life, Kenneth; daughters, Lisa Erpelding of Fridley, Sara (Dan) Holmdahl of North Oaks, and Rita (Greg) Trapp of Blaine;...

Linda Arcand

Linda Arcand

Jun 28, 2025

It is with a mixture of emotions, from laughter to a few well-earned tears that we announce the passing of Linda Christine Arcand, who left us just as she lived: with her heart full, her opinions strong, and a great love for her family. Linda was born December 31, 1950, and passed peacefully and unexpectedly in her home on June...

Dean Edward Haynes

Dean Edward Haynes

Jun 28, 2025

Dean Edward Haynes passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025. He is survived by his children Troy (Julie) Haynes, Holly Haynes Wallace, and Tate Haynes; grandchildren Erika, Kayla, and Nate; great-grandchildren Kashton and Kingsley; and brother David Haynes.

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, July 18th, from 2-4 PM at Bradshaw Funeral Home in Stillwater, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard.

Dean...

Peter "Pete" Brownlee

Peter "Pete" Brownlee

Jun 28, 2025

Pete Brownlee, age 69, of White Bear Lake and Stillwater, passed away on June 28, 2025 in the home he built, surrounded by his family.

Pete was raised in White Bear Lake where he graduated from White Bear Lake High School.

He was a creative and charming child, who was beloved by his family, teachers, and peers for his adventurous and playful...

John Horwath

John Horwath

Jun 28, 2025

John G. Horwath, age 88, of Stillwater, Minnesota, formerly of South St. Paul, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025 at his home in Stillwater.

Preceded in death by wife of 59 years, Caroline Horwath Lind; parents, John and Julianna Horwath; and sister-in-law, Judy Horwath.

Survived by children, Brian (Lori), Craig (Pam), Jill (Curt Eberfeld) Horwath, and Dana (Charles) Geary;...

Mason Sable Robinson (Emma Christine Steele)

Mason Sable Robinson (Emma Christine Steele)

2025

Mason Robinson, 26, was called home to the Lord on June 26, 2025, while in Sydney, Australia.Born Emma Christine Steele on February 12, 1999, in Maplewood, Minnesota, she lived a life marked by strength, independence, courage, and deep compassion.As a child, Emma grew up in Lake Elmo and Stillwater, Minnesota. She was full of laughter, love and endless compassion. Dad...

Nancy Seymour

Nancy Seymour

Jun 26, 2025

Nancy (Judge) Seymour passed away June 26, 2025 at age 95, in Alexandria, MN surrounded by family.

Nancy was born in Minneapolis, the last of James & Ida Judge's 11 children. She grew up in south Minneapolis, attended the old South High School and maintained many lifelong friendships from the old neighborhood, including her dear friend Bev.

One of her first jobs...

Gerald Holscher

Gerald Holscher

Jun 26, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Holscher

Age 66 of Minneapolis passed away on Thursday, June 26th, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his father Robert Holscher.

He will be sadly missed by his mother Jerlyn; sister Roberta; nieces and nephew Amanda, Robert, and Elizabeth Edstrom; grand nieces and nephews Robert, Emmett, Dylan, and Clara; the love of his life Jennifer Manole; and...

Shayla Martin

Shayla Martin

Jun 25, 2025

Shayla "Shakey" Martin

Age 42, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on June 25, 2025.

Memorial services for Ms. Shayla Martin will be held on Tuesday, July 22 at 11:00 AM at Bradshaw (1078 Rice Street) with visitation an hour prior.

Robert Sorensen

Robert Sorensen

Jun 25, 2025

Robert Anders Sorensen, age 44, of Stillwater, MN, passed away unexpectedly on June 25, 2025. He was born on March 11, 1981, in Anoka, MN.

Rob was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Jeaney Sorensen, with whom he shared 20 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they raised three children, Anders, Charlie, and Vivian, who were the light of his...

Eldonna Bridges

Eldonna Bridges

Jun 25, 2025

Eldonna "Dolly" Rae Bridges, 87, of Stillwater MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Preceded in death by Vernon Funke, Sam Bridges, daughter Melissa, granddaughter Alyssa, and siblings.Survived by children Neal (Errin) Funke, Perry (Lesley) Funke, Jayson (Ljiljana) Funke, step children David (Romona) Bridges, Paul (Cathy) Bridges and Steven (Teresa) Bridges, special friend Frank Clark, grandchildren, nieces, nephews & friends.Dolly...

Philip J. Broberg

Philip J. Broberg

Jun 25, 2025

Philip J. Broberg, age 79 of Shoreview, passed peacefully on June 25, 2025. Preceded in death by parents Elwell and Anna (Bender) Broberg and brother Thomas Broberg. Survived by wife of 39 years Jean Swanson Broberg; daughter, Elizabeta (Lisa) Broberg; son, Dmitry (Dima) Broberg; brother, James Broberg; nephews, Stephen Broberg and Richard Broberg; nieces, Jennifer Meili and Megan Broberg; several...

Vito Bongiorno

Vito Bongiorno

Jun 24, 2025

Vito Bongiorno, a long-time resident of Minneapolis, Minnesota, died suddenly at his home on June 24, 2025.

Vito was born on October 2, 1947 in Pittsburgh, PA to Vito and Maria Bongiorno and was the youngest of seven children. He graduated from Langley High School and earned a full scholarship to Carnegie Mellon University, where he graduated with a degree in...

Matthew Sandgren

Matthew Sandgren

Jun 23, 2025

Matthew Carl Sandgren

Age 36 of Alexandria, Minnesota, passed away on June 23, 2025.

Matthew was born on December 4, 1988 in Saint Paul, Minnesota to Anthony and Dawn Sandgren, the oldest of two children. He graduated from Minnewaska High School in 2007 and, in 2009, started his career as a butcher. He went on to become a dock foreman, a job...

Roger J. Wyland

Roger J. Wyland

Jun 23, 2025

Age 88 of Lake Elmo

Owner of Weber & Troseth, Inc. Roger is preceded in death by his parents, Annie and Raymond; siblings, Marjorie and Raymond; and good friend and business partner, Tom Benick.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dienne; children, Andrea (John) McGraw, John, and David (April); grandchildren, Calvin (Jeana) and Elise (Joshua Blood) Boecker, Zachary (Anna...

Marilyn Joy (Gunderson) Redin

Marilyn Joy (Gunderson) Redin

Jun 23, 2025

Marilyn Redin Service - Livestream

Marilyn Joy (Gunderson) Redin, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, peacefully entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on June 23, 2025. Born on April 21, 1935, in Green Bay, Wisconsin, to Stanley and Esther Gunderson, Marilyn was raised with the values that would shape her life: faith, kindness, and deep care for others....

Randy Lee Nelson

Randy Lee Nelson

Jun 23, 2025

Age 75, of Forest Lake, formerly of Stillwater, passed away peacefully June 23, 2025 with his beloved wife and daughter by his side.

Preceded in death by his brother, Ricky.

Randy will be sadly missed by his wife of 60 years, Catheryn; children, Randy, Jr. (Annette), Katherine (Daniel) Junker, and Donald; grandchildren, Jessie, Jacob, Ashley, Phillip, Matthew and Nicole; great-grandchildren, Ruthann, Gweneth,...