Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Daniel Smith

Daniel Smith

May 25, 2024

Daniel "Dan" R Smith

Age 74 of Lino Lakes passed away on May 25th, 2024 after a long and courageous fight.

He is preceded in death by parents Glenn & Gladys Smith, brother Gary Smith.

He will be sadly missed by his wife of over 55 years, Darla; children Mike (Dani), and Michelle (Chris) grandchildren Nicole,...

Donna Marie Bement

Donna Marie Bement

May 25, 2024

Age 69, of Stillwater passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on May 25th, 2024. She was born in Shell Lake, WI, and was the eldest of eight siblings, to Dorothy M. Osborn and Richard D. Bunker. Donna grew up in Cumberland, WI and was a graduate of the University of River Falls, WI.  Donna held various small jobs throughout...

Patricia Thompson

Patricia Thompson

May 24, 2024

Patricia Thompson, born on January 14, 1957, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2024. Patti graduated from St. Bernards High School in 1975. Patti was a beloved partner, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy and William Thompson, and her brothers, Bill and Jack Thompson.

Patti is survived by her devoted life...

Joseph Costa

Joseph Costa

May 22, 2024

Joseph Costa of Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2024.

Preceded in death by his brother Peter, his brother-in-law Bill, and sister-in-law Carol. Joe is survived by loving wife Lorraine; children Michael, Deborah (Paul); grandchildren Maria, Joey (Hannah), Heidi and Theresa; sister Rose and brother Anthony; many beloved cousins, nephews, and nieces. He also leaves behind special...

Jerry D. Langness

Jerry D. Langness

May 22, 2024

Jerry D. Langness, age 80 of Stillwater, passed away May 22, 2024 after an extended illness. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy; children, Geri (Brett) Tresselt, Jason (Crystal Hildebrandt); grandchildren, Breanna (Zack) McCloud, Benjamin Tresselt; great-grandchildren, Makaela, Lilian, Adam, Aaron, Zola, Mila; siblings, Gloria, Wayne, Dale, Diane, Wanda, Rosie, Myron, Randy; many nieces, nephews and friends....

Dawn Solnitzky

Dawn Solnitzky

May 21, 2024

Dawn passed away too soon on May 21st surrounded by family, after a vigorous battle with cancer. Being a compassionate soul, Dawn chose a career as a Registered Nurse where she spent the next 20 years helping others. Her love of the medical field drew her in a new direction and she made the difficult decision to go back to...

Paul Lovick

Paul Lovick

May 21, 2024

Paul Michael Lovick

Loving partner, father and grandfather, devoted friend, master tool salesman and weekend rock star. Passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at age 67.

Survived by partner of 25 years Marj Rogers, daughter Jocelyn and grandson Diego, son Sam (Tabitha), brother Dave (Sandy), sister-in-law Mary, and many relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by parents Norman and Muriel, sister Karen Ryan and her husband Pat, and brother...

Timothy John Linquist

Timothy John Linquist

May 21, 2024

Timothy John Linquist passed away on May 21, 2024, at the VA hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was born on July 31, 1963, in Stillwater, Minnesota. Tim was a proud Marine who served his country with honor before returning home to take over the family business founded by his father. A graduate of Stillwater High School, he carried with him a...

Susan Canaday

Susan Canaday

May 21, 2024

Susan "Sue" Canaday

Loving wife, devoted mother, and adoring grandmother

Age 73 of Chisago City, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents.

She will be sadly missed by her husband of over 40 years Fred; children David(Amy), Nicole(Jamie) Fondow, Tanya(Adam) Henly, and Brian(Kirsten) Adams; grandchildren Josh, Kayla, Mathias, Aspen, Savanah,...

Neil Pechmann

Neil Pechmann

May 21, 2024

Neil Pechmann, age 64 of West Lakeland Township, passed away on May 21, 2024 after a long and hard fought cancer battle. He met this challenge with physical strength and a positive attitude. Neil leaves behind the love of his life and wife of 39 years, Gina, whom he met at 6 years old. Building a lifetime together in friendship...

Nicholas A. "Nick" Steckhahn

Nicholas A. "Nick" Steckhahn

May 20, 2024

Nicholas Arthur Steckhahn, age 82, passed away May 20, 2024, due to complications of Alzheimer's at Woodbury Senior Living Memory Care Center, in Woodbury, MN. Nick is preceded in death by his mother Helen , sister Jil Hopland, nephew Jason Hopland and lifelong friend Lester Tillman.Nick is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Sharon G. Steckhahn, four daughters; Christina...

Tony Medjanyk

Tony Medjanyk

May 20, 2024

Tony Medjanyk 

Passed away unexpectedly Monday May 20th.  Preceded in death by parents, Maria and John; and brother, Michael.  Survived by wife of 41 years, Mary Jo; daughters, Kira (Luke) Allen, Rebecca (Dan) Hommes, and Larissa (Nick) Mullesch; grandchildren, Nathan, Madelyn, Braydon, Dean, Pheobe, Jack, Miles, and Riley; brother, John (Sharon); nephews, Michael (Sharon), Bill (Denise) and Dan.

Born August 17th, 1950...

Lorine Williamson

Lorine Williamson

May 19, 2024

Lorine Williamson

Age 75, passed away on May 19, 2024, in Saint Paul, MN.

Family is composing an obituary which you will ba able to read here.

Funeral services for Ms. Williamson will be held on Friday, May 31 at 2:00 PM at Bradshaw (1078 Rice Street) with visitation an hour prior.

Luncheon to follow services.

Donald T. Raleigh

Donald T. Raleigh

May 19, 2024

Donald Thomas Raleigh, age 86, passed away on May 19, 2024, surrounded by his family.Don was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on July 17, 1937, to Leo and Veronica ("Skeezix") Raleigh. Don spent his early years in St. Paul attending Sacred Heart Catholic School and moved to Lake Elmo when his parents took over the family farm. Don graduated from...

Bernard Schauer

Bernard Schauer

May 18, 2024

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Bernard, Sr. "Bernie"

Age 64 of WBL/Mahtomedi

Passed away unexpectedly at home on May 18, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Vickie; children, Robert, Brian, William, Benjamin; grandchildren, Gavin, Josie, Viviann; siblings, Ros (Jay) Gunderson, Colene Schauer, Denise (Roger) Golder; brothers-in-law, Gilbert Cabulong, Rob (Josie) Lowe; sister-in-law Barb (Mike) McNabb; aunts, nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was...

Kenneth John "Kenny" Schmitz

Kenneth John "Kenny" Schmitz

May 18, 2024

Age 62, of Stillwater, passed away on May 18, 2024.

Born in 1961, Ken was a beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather who brought joy and laughter to everyone he met with his memorable jokes and warm spirit.

Ken is survived by his devoted wife, Beth Schmitz; his son, Tony (Becca) Schmitz; his daughter, Missy (Dan) Preuss; and his three cherished grandchildren,...

Marlyce Lindeke

Marlyce Lindeke

May 18, 2024

Age 93, of St. Andrew's Village

Passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024 surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by husband, Richard; parents, Arthur and Lydia Johnson; brother, Wesley Johnson; sister, Gerry Oman. She will be sadly missed by children, Dennis (Carol) Lindeke, and Debbie (Ed) Wildeman; grandchildren, Michelle, Jenna (Coulter), Nick (Kelly) and Curtis (Elyssa); great-grandchildren, Caelyn and Avery; other...

Ashley Terwedow

Ashley Terwedow

May 17, 2024

Ashley Rose Terwedow 

Age 31, Died peacefully in her sleep of unknown causes within her townhome in Maplewood, Minnesota on Friday, May 17, 2024.

Ashley was born March 11, 1993 to parents Tim Heidenreich, and Shea Terwedow, of St. Paul. She completed her primary education in 2012 and went on to become a CNA, working at Shoreview Assisted Living Center.

She was a...

Donald Johnson

Donald Johnson

May 17, 2024

Donald "Don" M. Johnson

Age 78 of Lake Elmo

Passed away on May 17, 2024. Don was born on November 22, 1945 to Dorothy (nee Thera) and Gordon Johnson. He worked the entirety of his career at 3M. He loved to fish and hunt with family and friends especially Jim Imsdahl. Don loved to trap shoot with his buddies...

Damon Jonas Kunza

Damon Jonas Kunza

May 17, 2024

It is with profound sadness that I announce the passing of my cherished son, Damon Kurth-Kunza, who lost his valiant fight against lung cancer. Though his journey was marked by trials and tribulations, he faced each day with unwavering courage and an unshakable belief in the importance of living life to its fullest. He was a shining example of the...