Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Jack W. Neihart

Jack W. Neihart

Mar 7, 2025

Neihart, Jack W.

4/25/1943 - 3/7/2025

Preceded in death by: wife Gale Neihart; parents John and Erika Neihart; brother Fred. Survived by: brother Peter (Ceil) Neihart; daughters: Julie Neihart, Jennifer (Kelly) Plante; grandchildren: Stephanie (Jacob) Schultz, Hailey Pagani, TJ Pagani; great granddaughters: Lyla and Nora Schultz and many family and friends. Member of Plumbers Local 34.

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Nathaniel Matteson

Nathaniel Matteson

Mar 6, 2025

Nathaniel "Nate" Matteson

Age 44 of Lakeville passed away unexpectedly in his home on March 6, 2025. He is survived by his daughter, Ashlyn Matteson; parents, Laura and Jon Lundquist; siblings, Rachel (Matt) Sinnen, Kelsey Gjere, Carly (Zach) Hunter, Kirsten (Cody) Brostrom, Brandon Matteson, Trevor James “TJ” Matteson; many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

Nate was a strong man who survived...

Oun Tann

Oun Tann

Mar 6, 2025

Oun Tann,

Age 89 of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on March 6, 2025.

Funeral services for Ms. Oun Tann will be held on Saturday, March 15 at 12:00 PM at Bradshaw (1078 Rice Street) with visitation begining at 10:00 AM.

Interment at Oakland Cemetery.

Jeremy Ryan Sherman

Jeremy Ryan Sherman

Mar 5, 2025

Jeremy Ryan Sherman, a young man whose life was filled with joy, generosity, and love, passed away on March 5, 2025, in St. Louis Park, MN. He was 38 years old. Born on September 8, 1986, in Houston, TX, Jeremy's journey touched countless hearts and left an indelible mark on us all.

Jeremy grew up in Minneapolis, MN, where he attended...

Joann Otterness

Joann Otterness

Mar 5, 2025

Joann Christine Otterness



Joann was born July 29, 1930, to Carl Edward "Ed" Sodergren and Emma Martina (Peterson) Sodergren at home on the family farm in Scandia, Minnesota. Two brothers greeted their baby sister, Lowell Edward age 7 and Glendon Robert age 3. Her brother Lowell died of scarlet fever at age 12.



Joann was born and raised...

Vue Cha

Vue Cha

Mar 3, 2025

Age 42 of St. Paul

On March 3, 2025, the world dimmed as Vue Cha passed away unexpectedly, due to an aortic dissection. Born on January 3, 1983, in the city of St. Paul, MN, to the loving embrace of his mother, Sai Thao and father, Da Cha. Vue was a shining light in the lives he touched. In 2005, he...

James W. Burket

James W. Burket

Mar 3, 2025

James W. Burket, Age 86, rose to heaven on Monday, March 3rd.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, William Burket; his mother, Anna Petersen; his brother, Donald Burket; Step siblings; Paul Petersen, Catherine Hoppe; and his companion, Darlene Barron.

He is survived by his five children: Jeannette (Matt) Sonnentag, Joan Mertes, Jim (Lynn) Burket Jr., Jennifer (Chuck) Forliti-Weymann, and Jill...

Gregory Thomas

Gregory Thomas

Mar 2, 2025

Gregory Thomas

Age 67, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on March 2, 2025.

Gregory Thomas is survived by his wife, Kitt Blakey-Thomas; Children Shantez Krebs, Gregory Krebs, Desiree Thomas, Eric Thomas, Sasha Thomas, Ramon Blakey, Christina Blakey, Portia Blakey, Elizabeth Blakey, Rico Blakey, and Gregory Blakey; Siblings Geri, Solomon, Thurman, Charles, Marlon, Marty Lamont, and Michael; grandchildren and...

Gretchen Elizabeth Davidson (nee Dornfeld)

Gretchen Elizabeth Davidson (nee Dornfeld)

Mar 2, 2025

Gretchen Elizabeth Davidson (nee Dornfeld) Born October 17, 1942 in Minneapolis, MN. Passed away March 2, 2025 after a brief hospital stay. Preceded in death by husband James E. “Jed” Davidson, parents Warren Dornfeld and Jeanette Dornfeld (nee Sweney), and niece Julessa Bass. Survived by sons Robert (Stacy) and Steven (Shelly); grandsons Andy (Kayla), Adam, Aiden and Ashden; sister Susan;...

David Fetzek

David Fetzek

Mar 2, 2025

David Charles Fetzek

Age 64 of Minneapolis passed away on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents Mary Jean and Albert.

He is survived by his partner of over 15 years, Kelly Ogletree; siblings Steven(Pam), Ann(Will) McAndrew, Sue(Jay Lubbesmeier) Visconti; and many nieces, nephews, and beloved family.

A Mass of Christian burial is set to take place at...

Jill Marie Martin

Jill Marie Martin

Mar 1, 2025

Age 62, of Lake Elmo, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2025.

Preceded in death by mother, Judy Bergner and brother, Kirk Bergner.

She will be sadly missed by sons, Ryan (Jess) and Brennan (Janie); Jill’s only love, Dan; grandchildren, Talan, Jaxon and Charli; father, Roger (Nancy) Bergner; mother-in-law, Alice Martin; brothers, Kent (Shelly) Bergner and Kraig Bergner; many nieces, nephews, other...

Felicia Reilly

Felicia Reilly

Mar 1, 2025

Felicia Dee Reilly

Age 67 of Monticello, formerly of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully at home with her husband on March 1, 2025. Felicia was born July 22, 1957 in West Bend, Iowa. She met her husband, Matthew, at Briar Cliff College in Iowa. Felicia started her law enforcement career as the first female civilian jailer in Dakota County. She was a...

Thomas Harbinson

Thomas Harbinson

Feb 28, 2025

Thomas S. Harbinson passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025. He was born May 3, 1931 and grew up in the Litchfield, MN area on a farm with eight siblings. He was a devout Catholic and church volunteer.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Lucille P. Harbinson. He is survived by his children Ann (Brian)...

Netanja Thuynsma

Netanja Thuynsma

Feb 28, 2025

Netanja (Kirstein) Thuynsma

live stream broadcast and an on demand recording of Netanja's service will be available here

Netanja (Kirstein) Thuynsma, born on February 6, 1978, ended her earthly journey to be present with the Lord, on Friday, February 28, 2025, following a courageous battle with colorectal cancer. Netanja's last days were filled with the loving presence of her family and friends,...

David James Graham

David James Graham

Feb 28, 2025

Age 97, of Bayport, passed away peacefully February 28, 2025. He was a loving husband, father and stepfather, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Born on September 2, 1927, in Roberts, Wisconsin, David's journey began on a farm where the values of hard work and community were instilled in him from an early age.

David proudly served his country in the United States Navy, aboard...

Marceline Margaret Kemper

Marceline Margaret Kemper

Feb 27, 2025

Marceline Margaret (Marcie) Kemper (nee Hatchet) passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025 at the age of 104.

Born in 1922, she met Robert George (Bob) Kemper while working at a pharmacy in Cambridge, MN. Bob, a pharmacist, opened Kemper Drug in Elk River, MN, where the couple lived, raised their children, and often worked together at the...

Fern Berndt

Fern Berndt

Feb 27, 2025

Fern A. Berndt

Fern Berndt, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, was born on February 25, 1936, in St. Paul, Minnesota to Henry and Ella Adams (Kirchmeier). She passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, at the age of 89, surrounded by the love of her family.

Fern grew up in St. Paul and graduated from Johnson...

Nick Wadena

Nick Wadena

Feb 26, 2025

Nick Warrior Wadena

Born: August 23, 1978

Passed Away: February 26, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nick Warrior Wadena, age 46, of Minneapolis, MN, who left us unexpectedly on February 26, 2025. Born August 23, 1978, in Minneapolis, Nick was the beloved son of Nick Boswell (White Earth) and Carol Adams (Menominee). He...

Michael Steele

Michael Steele

Feb 26, 2025

Michael Steele, 71, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1953, in Stillwater, Minnesota.

Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Carol (Taylor), and their children: Jennifer Notto (Nick), Daniel Steele (Kelly), and Mary Kiner (Jim). He was also a cherished grandparent to Dominic, Walter, George, and Grace. Michael was preceded in...

LaMar Matthew Glamm

LaMar Matthew Glamm

Feb 25, 2025

Age 76, of Bayport, passed away peacefully February 25, 2025.

Preceded in death by son, Brent. He will be sadly missed by wife, Mary; daughter, Lisa; granddaughters, Cameryn and Helen; other family and friends. 

Those who had the pleasure of knowing LaMar will remember his incredible sense of humor and his ability to turn any situation around with a smile and a...