Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

William Robert Lehrke

William Robert Lehrke

May 4, 2024

Lehrke, William R. (Bill, Billy, Coach, Pa), 87 years, passed away peacefully at his home in Minneapolis on May 4, 2024.   He was born on February 11, 1937, on a farm in Roberts County, SD.  Bill was raised on a farm 12 miles northeast of Browns Valley, MN on the hills overlooking Lake Traverse on the South Dakota side....

Patricia "Patty" Ann Pettey

Patricia "Patty" Ann Pettey

May 3, 2024

Our loving mother passed away peacefully on May 3, 2024, at the age of 72, after a courageous fight with dementia.Patricia is preceded in death by her parents James John Logelin and Dorine Stewart, brothers James “Jimmy” Logelin and Robert “Bobby” Stewart, sisters Barbara Logelin-Reich (Steve), Rosemary Stewart and Diane Logelin.Patty is survived and will be missed by her sons,...

Marcella Mlynarczyk

Marcella Mlynarczyk

May 3, 2024

Passed away peacefully at home on May 3, 2024, age 93. Preceded in death by husband, John Mlynarczyk; parents, Walter and Margaret Miller; brothers, Jim (Karen) and Jerry Miller. Survived by children, Betty Cody, John (Cindy) Mlynarczyk, Kathie (Jim) Carlson, Donna Mlynarczyk, Bill (Kim) Mlynarczyk, and Sue (Charlie) Brunton; grandchildren, Bob (Nancy) Cody, Tom (Lori) Cody, Bill (Jen) Cody, Molly...

Juanita Lucio

Juanita Lucio

May 2, 2024

Juanita "Janie" Lucio



Loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother; passed away at age 79 on May 2, 2024.

Janie is survived by 4 sons; 3 daughters; 36 grandchildren; 64 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Rufino; parents, Cosme and Manuela; and son, David.

A public visitation for Janie...

Patrick Edward Tucci

Patrick Edward Tucci

May 1, 2024

Passed away on May 1, 2024, age 80.Preceded in death by brother, Jack. Survived by wife of 56 years, Grace; children, Lisa, Mario (Shannon), Peter (Kristen), and Gina (Jason); grandchildren, Calley (Tyler), Connor, Carter, Talia (Kevin), Riley, and Adriana; sister, Cindy; nephew, Michael. Retired from Burlington Northern Railroad at age 55, after 35 dedicated years.Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, May...

Glenda Anderson

Glenda Anderson

Apr 30, 2024

Glenda Jane Anderson, a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2024, in Stillwater, Minnesota.

Glenda Jane Gilbert was born December 2, 1944, in Jonesville, Virginia to her wonderful parents, Glen and Zelda. After high school, she moved to Chicago and met the love of her life, Bob, at Covenant Press where they...

Lily Amis

Lily Amis

Apr 29, 2024

Lily Amis was born on April 29th at 8:48pm, but sadly she passed away beforehand at 21 weeks gestation. We don't understand why this happened, but we know that God is good, even in such dark providences. Heaven now has a new star, and we look forward to one day meeting our precious daughter again.

Every moment that we got to...

Gloria Jane VanDemmeltraadt

Gloria Jane VanDemmeltraadt

Apr 29, 2024

Gloria was born August 28, 1941 to Everett Joseph and Janet Tyler in Hadley, Minnesota. She married Gerald Shigley in 1959. The couple divorced in 1966 and Gloria moved with her three children to St. Cloud, MN where she worked during the day at Honer Insurance Agency and sang at The Hub piano bar in the evenings where she met...

Steven Mark McKenzie

Steven Mark McKenzie

Apr 29, 2024

Steven "Rollie" McKenzie

Age 67, departed peacefully at Our Lady of Peace Home in St. Paul on April 29th, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.

Steven "Rollie" McKenzie was born on September 7th, 1956 in St. Paul, MN to Charles and Mary McKenzie. He attended school at Washington High School. He started work as a union painter and excelled in this career for over...

Cheryl Eder

Cheryl Eder

Apr 28, 2024

Cheryl Eder, 60, passed away on April 28, 2024, in Saint Paul, MN.

Cheryl Eder was born on August 30, 1963 in Alexandria, MN, to Caroline Lehn and Jerry Schmidt.

Cheryl attended Stillwater Area High School but chose to remove herself to welcome her son, Brian in 1981. Soon after, Cheryl worked to attain her G.E.D. and 6 years later welcomed her...

Jerry Kruger

Jerry Kruger

Apr 28, 2024

Jerry R. Kruger

August 30, 1942 - April 28, 2024

Jerry Ray Kruger, a kind and truly loved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, died on the morning of April 28th with hands held by family at his home in Hudson, Wisconsin. Jerry was born in Eau Claire, Wisconsin in 1942 to Glen and Alice (Christopherson) Kruger, siblings Irma (Mueller) Wright, Allen Kruger,...

Richard Carson

Richard Carson

Apr 28, 2024

Richard R. Carson

Died April 28, 2024, from natural causes. Born Oct. 23, 1936 in Pipestone, MN to Stuart and Una Belle Carson. Survived by nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, his wife Beverly, and brother Robert. He graduated from Pipestone High School and the University of Minnesota earning a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. His life changes and...

Lori B. Olsson

Lori B. Olsson

Apr 26, 2024

Lori Olsson, age 70, of Stillwater, Minnesota passed away April 26,2024 peacefully in her home after struggling with a variety of illnesses and injuries over the last two years. She was a pillar of strength and resilience and was much loved by those who knew her.

Preceded in death by her parents Carlos and Lorraine Barkley, Lori's memory will be cherished...

Lorraine Olsson

Lorraine Olsson

Apr 26, 2024

Lori Olsson, age 70, of Stillwater, Minnesota passed away April 26,2024 peacefully in her home after struggling with a variety of illnesses and injuries over the last two years. She was a pillar of strength and resilience and was much loved by those who knew her.

Preceded in death by her parents Carlos and Lorraine Barkley, Lori's memory will...

Louise Mary Friend

Louise Mary Friend

Apr 26, 2024

Age 88, passed away April 26, 2024. Louise was born February 1, 1936 in St. Paul to George and Lillian Rauscher. She was preceded in death by her parents; half- sister, Kathleen “Kitty” Reichert; and half-brother, Robert “Bob” Gill.Louise is survived by her husband of 59 years, James “Jim”; sons, Christopher James and David George; grandsons, Dylan and Evan; nieces, nephews,...

Julie Ann Eder

Julie Ann Eder

Apr 26, 2024

Age 50, of Somerset, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 26, 2024.She will be sadly missed by husband, Tim; son, Logan; mother, Paula Burnett; father, Jerry Burnett; brother, Jay Burnett; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.A celebration of Julie's life will be Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 4:00-8:00 P.M. with a time of sharing at...

Michael Chickett

Michael Chickett

Apr 25, 2024

Chickett, Michael C., Jr.

Age 75 of Lake Elmo. Beloved son of Michael C. and Laura (DePalma) Chickett, Sr. Dear brother of Pamela and Michelle Chickett. Loving "dog daddy" of Jordie Howe and the late Chloee Belle.

Graduate of Hill High School and the University of Minnesota. Retired civilian employee of the St. Paul Police Department.

Mike's friends will...

Kathryn Ann (DeFelice) Francy-Payton

Kathryn Ann (DeFelice) Francy-Payton

Apr 25, 2024

Kathryn Ann (DeFelice) Francy-Payton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, passed away on April 25, 2024, in Mahtomedi, Minnesota at the age of 82. Kathryn was born on January 19, 1942, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to a loving family. A woman of remarkable dedication and resilience, Kathryn's life was a testament to her unwavering commitment to her Catholic faith and her fervent belief...

Patricia Lindau

Patricia Lindau

Apr 25, 2024

Patricia L. "Pat" Lindau, died on April 25, 2024, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She was born on March 11, 1933, in Little Falls, Minnesota.

In her professional journey, Patricia dedicated over 20 years of her life to Deluxe Check, where she made her mark as the sole female on the production line. Her commitment and perseverance served as an inspiration to...

Donald Wendell Quass

Donald Wendell Quass

Apr 25, 2024

Donald Wendell Quass passed away on April 25, 2024, in Breezy Point, Minnesota, at the age of 84 due to heart failure. Born on January 16, 1940, in Randelia, Iowa, Donald grew up in Madelia, Minnesota, where he developed his strong values. He is survived by his wife, Karen Ann Spriggs Quass, his brother, Ken (Bobbi) Quass, his sister, Pat...