Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Sharon Scott

Sharon Scott

Nov 30, 2025

Sharon Louise Scott (Salter) was born on July 27, 1954, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Nina Salter (Scott) and Oscar Keaton. She was raised by her mother in a home rooted in love, faith, and community and attended St. Peter Claver Church School, where she developed the compassion and strength that guided her throughout her life.

Sharon continued her education...

Sheila Ann Palermo

Sheila Ann Palermo

Nov 30, 2025

Sheila Ann Palermo, age 66, of Lino Lakes, passed away peacefully on November 30 2025, from complications of Lewy body dementia, surrounded by her loving family. Born in St. Cloud to Carl and Phyllis Hosler, Sheila grew up in a family where faith, humor, and togetherness were deeply valued.

Sheila attended the University of Minnesota before building a long and dedicated...

Ricky Allen Hallas

Ricky Allen Hallas

Nov 29, 2025

Ricky Allen Hallas, Sr.

Age 66 of Stillwater, passed away on November 29, 2025. It was unexpected, yet peaceful, while hunting with his son, something he loved dearly.

Rick was a loving father and grandfather and cherished his time spent with family. He was a talented craftsman, enjoyed snowmobiling, baking with his grandkids, Vikings games on Sundays, and spending time at the...

Chris "Sonny" Nicosia

Chris "Sonny" Nicosia

Nov 27, 2025

S. Chris Nicosia (Sonny), age 86, of Lake Elmo, passed away on November 27th, 2025.

Preceded by children, Bobby, Dawn and Kristi; and sister, Tanny Armstrong. Survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Roxanne; daughter, Lynne; grandchildren, Bob Pasiuk (Laura), Andrea Perzichilli (Marco), Chris Pasiuk (Alison), Sonnie Mason, Nick Montanari (Meredith), Nate Montanari (Corionna), and Thomas Nicosia; 9 great grandchildren;...

Sean Michael Brandstrom

Sean Michael Brandstrom

Nov 26, 2025

Of Maplewood, Minnesota

John 6:44 "No one can come to Me unless the Father who sent Me draws them; and I will raise them up at the last day."

Sean was loved dearly by many, including his mother, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, cousins, and close friends. He is reunited in heaven with his brother David Brandstrom, grandparents...

John Cardinal

John Cardinal

Nov 26, 2025

John B. Cardinal84, of White Bear Lake, MNSurvived by his loving wife, Betty; daughter, Kimberly (Lane) Bajardi; son, John; daughter, Rebecca; and grandson, Ben.Preceded in death by parents, Louis and Helen; brothers, Louie, Paul, and Richard; and sister, Jane.Also survived by siblings, Michael, Cynthia, Elizabeth, Stephen, Mary, Julie and Joseph.A varsity baseball player and graduate of Cretin High School ('59)....

Vernon "Vern" Anthony Kassekert

Vernon "Vern" Anthony Kassekert

Nov 26, 2025

Vernon "Vern" KassekertService - LivestreamAge 78 of Saint Paul passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Rosanne; sibling, Jerry Kassekert; and his parents, Doris and Anthony Kassekert.Vern will be deeply missed by his children, Julie (Joe) Fittante, Tricia (Ron) Armstrong, and Kevin (Rebecca) Kassekert; grandchildren, Talia, Joie,...

Tom Wiener

Tom Wiener

Nov 26, 2025

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Tom, age 69, of Oakdale, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. 

A 1974 graduate of Harding High School, it was there he met the love of his life, June Von De Linde, and the two have been inseparable ever since. After earning his degree from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management, Tom joined his father...

Mark Allen Cokley

Mark Allen Cokley

Nov 25, 2025

Mark Allen Cokley, age 69, of Ada, Minnesota, formerly of Shoreview, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at the Halstad Living Center in Halstad, Minnesota.

Mark grew up in the Twin Cities area and graduated from Kellogg-Roseville High School with the Class of 1974. From a young age he developed a strong work ethic and a love for the outdoors...

Choua Her

Choua Her

Nov 23, 2025

Choua Thao Her, 77, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on November 23, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 13, 1948, in Phou Kaboua, Laos, to Song Chue Thao and Chue Her, the ninth of thirteen children. Raised in a Christian home, she grew up watching her father help establish the early Christian faith among...

Adeline “Gussie” Cecelia Carroll

Adeline “Gussie” Cecelia Carroll

Nov 23, 2025

Age 59 of Bayport

Passed away unexpectedly at home on November 23, 2025. She passed peacefully in her bed with her husband, Scott Loux, present.

Gussie was born in Stillwater, MN in January of 1966. She was the baby of the family, born the last of 7 total siblings. She grew up in her parents home in Stillwater and attended Stillwater High...

Troy Lester Mooneyham

Troy Lester Mooneyham

Nov 22, 2025

On November 22, 2025, Rev. Troy Lester Mooneyham, Jr. died peacefully, surrounded by his children, in White Bear Lake, MN.

Troy was born on April 17, 1945, in Philadelphia, PA. As the son of a Naval Chief, he spent his early years living around the world, an upbringing that nurtured his curiosity, resilience, and openness to people from all walks of...

James Griebler

James Griebler

Nov 22, 2025

James (Jim) Griebler, 87, of Saint Paul, MN, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025.

Jim was born on February 1, 1938, in Saint Paul, MN to Leo Griebler and Gladys Bradshaw. He grew up in Saint Paul where he attended Saint Casimir grade school and Johnson High School. After high school, he joined the US Air Force. He served proudly...

John Slaughter

John Slaughter

Nov 21, 2025

John Edward Slaughter of Stillwater, MN, passed away on November 21, 2025, at the age of 92. He was born to parents Frank and Helen (Katner) in Stillwater, MN. His fondest childhood memory was being a Boy Scout and Eagle Scout. He graduated from Stillwater High School in 1951 and from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in...

Jean Ann Carr

Jean Ann Carr

Nov 19, 2025

Age 68 of Hugo - Beloved Mom and Grandma 

A devoted member of her community and cherished by her family, Jean will be remembered for her unwavering commitment to her faith and her passion for connection. She poured her heart into her many hobbies, particularly quilting, and the friends she made through those groups were vital to her. The friendships she...

Barbara Fawcett

Barbara Fawcett

Nov 19, 2025

Barbara H. FawcettAge 75, passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2025.She was preceded in death by son, Richie Grimm; step-son Richard Raasch; parents, William and Florence Fawcett; brothers, Keith, Robert, and David Fawcett; and granddaughter, Martina Grimm.Survived by her children, Edward, Lisa (Mike), Christy, Lori, and Miria; 5 sisters; 2 brothers; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many more nieces, nephews,...

Alan Leistikow

Alan Leistikow

Nov 19, 2025

Al, age 61, passed unexpectedly on November 19,2025. Al was loving, kind, caring, funny, humble, encouraging and supportive. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, son and friend whose kindness touched every part of life. He lived with humility and selflessness - embodying the example of living out his faith.

Al exemplified service through 37 years with the US...

Raymond Douglas Lambert

Raymond Douglas Lambert

Nov 19, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Raymond Douglas Lambert

August 6, 1933 – November 19, 2025

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Jeffrey Young

Jeffrey Young

Nov 19, 2025

Jeffrey Jerome Young

Born May 18, 1951, deceased November 19, 2025. Preceded in death by his father, William Frances Young and mother, Marion Lorraine (Schwartz) Young. Survived by his wife of 48 years, Cynthia J. (Johnson) Young; siblings, Richard J. Herzog (Sharon), William F. Young Jr., (Lenette), Nicholas B. Young (Theresa), Gregory M. Young (Dawn), James J. Young (Pamela), and Suzanne...