Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Richard H. Johnson

Richard H. Johnson

Jun 16, 2023

 

Johnson, Richard H.

Born November 4, 1925 to Harry and Gladys Johnson in Wheaton, MN. Graduated from Wheaton High School, Class of ’44. Served in the U.S Army Air Corps as a radio operator on a B17 bomber in WWII. He was based in England in the 34th Bomb Group. Dick received a Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from...

Jacqueline Coleman

Jacqueline Coleman

Jun 15, 2023

Coleman

Jacqueline Lavonne

Age 93

 

Jacqueline Lavonne Coleman, age 93, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 15, 2023.

 

Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Roy; parents, William and Clara Merritt; siblings, Cyril and Lorraine; and grand-daughter, Heather.

 

She is survived by her children, Cindy (husband John, children Erin (Justin), Sean, and Colin);...

Adlai "Bill" William Brink

Adlai "Bill" William Brink

Jun 15, 2023

Adlai William “Bill” Brink

Age 84 of Stillwater, MN passed away on June 15, 2023.

Bill was born in Warroad, MN on August 12, 1938 to Dr. Adlai and Marge Brink and grew up in Baudette, MN.  His lifelong outdoor pursuits of hunting, boating and fishing began in his childhood along the Rainy River and Lake of the Woods. ...

Hia Ly

Hia Ly

Jun 14, 2023

In Loving Memory of Hia Ly

 

Hia Ly, a caring wife, mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2023, at the age of 69. While our hearts ache at her departure, we celebrate the life of a remarkable woman whose love, warmth and delicious creations brought joy to all who knew her.

Hia's love for her family...

Pauline McCloud-Drake

Pauline McCloud-Drake

Jun 14, 2023

Pauline A. McCloud-Drake

4/23/1943 - 6/14/2023

Preceded in death by husband, sister, and parents.

Survived by her children, Tonja McCloud Drake (Thomas Warner Sr.), and Eric (Lisa) Drake; grandchildren,Dustin (Kari) McCloud Drake, Kasarah Drake, Dakota Drake-Warner, Alex Drake, and Thomas Warner Jr.; great-grandchildren, Mason and Adeline; and many other adopted children, grandchildren, powwow family, and friends.

In...

Howard Polsfuss

Howard Polsfuss

Jun 13, 2023

 

Polsfuss, Howard F.

Age 96, of Minneapolis passed away June 13, 2023 in his home. Preceded in death by his parents, wife Erla, son Glen, granddaughter Kari Anna and brother Lyle. Survived by children Daniel and Cathryn, grandchildren Henry, David, Jacob and Lisa, great-grandchildren Ashlynn and Alice. Howard was an active member of Christ Church Lutheran from baptism on....

Marianne "Midge" Richard

Marianne "Midge" Richard

Jun 13, 2023

Marianne “Midge” Richard

Age 82, of Shoreview, passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2023. 

 

Preceded in death by son, Kenneth; and brother, Dennis Tursso. 

 

Survived by son, Scott; daughter, Kathryn (Dan) Stout; 4 amazing grandchildren, Alexandra (Dave), Austin (Dani), Richard (Breanna) and Annie; 2 great-grandchildren, Maia and Addalyn; brother, Gregory (Terri) Tursso; many nieces,...

Brian H. Jeppesen

Brian H. Jeppesen

Jun 12, 2023

 

Brian H. Jeppesen

Age 64,  passed away peacefully at his home on June 12, 2023. After a long battle of Multiple Sclerosis.

Brian is preceded in death by his parents, Harlen Jeppesen and June Jeppesen; brother, Gerald Jeppesen. Brian is survived by his loving wife, Diane; three daughters, Orlean (Corey), Brenda Decker, and Tiffany Jeppesen; Grandchildren, Halle, Landon, Payton, Kaylee,...

Kaliyah Kay'Emani Reese

Kaliyah Kay'Emani Reese

Jun 11, 2023

Kaliyah Kay'Emani Reese

Age 1, passed away on June 11, 2023, in Saint Paul, MN.

Princess Kaliyah was a bright light, bringing joy, laughter, and love to everyone she encountered. She had a beautiful soul and touched the hearts of so many during her brief time with us.

Kaliyah leaves behind to miss her two loving parents, Mikiala and Travell...

Ku Soe

Ku Soe

Jun 10, 2023

Ku Kpaw Soe

Age 13, of Saint Paul Minnesota, passed away tragically on June 10, 2023

Ku Soe was a wonderful son, brother and friend. He was a patient person and quite helpful around the house. From a very young age he cared for the needs and wants of his family. He had recently enrolled in a summer...

Caroline "Carrie" R. Horwath

Caroline "Carrie" R. Horwath

Jun 10, 2023

 

Caroline “Carrie” R. Horwath

Age 80, of Stillwater, formerly of Rush City, died at home unexpectedly on June 10, 2023. 

 

Preceded in death by  parents, Elmer and Mary Ann Lind; and 11 siblings. 

 

Survived by husband, John; children, Brian (Lori), Craig (Pam), Jill (Curt Eberfeld) Horwath and Dana (Charles) Geary; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brother,...

Jackie Osuna

Jackie Osuna

Jun 10, 2023

Jackie "Mamasita" Osuna

Age 87, of Saint Paul, Minnesota. Passed away on June 10, 2023.

 

Jackie was preceded in death by her son, James Vasquez.

She is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Richard; daughter, Gena Vasquez-Garcia; brothers, Roberto and James Hernandez; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and countless more friends and loved ones.

 

A Celebration of...

June Forstrom

June Forstrom

Jun 9, 2023

 

  June Rochelle Forstrom died Friday, June 9th at the age of 90.  She is survived by her husband Keith, daughter Dawn, son-in-law Alvin Saks, grandson Dylan Saks and his wife Hattie Ball, and granddaughter Emma Saks.  She was preceded in death by her son Mark.

  June, a native of St. Paul, Minnesota, graduated from Wilson High School...

Arnie James Grismer

Arnie James Grismer

Jun 9, 2023



Arnie Grismer, age 77 of Stillwater, passed away peacefully in his garden at his home on June 9, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Eva; wife, Sheila; siblings, Tony, Jeanette, Laverne, Tom. He will be deeply missed by those who survive him: children, Tammy Greene, Carrie Grismer, Shelley Goodman; grandchildren, Madeline and Hunter.

Arnie...

David Artola

David Artola

Jun 8, 2023

David Dean Artola

Age 27, of California, formerly of Minneapolis Minnesota.

David passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 8th. His family is composing an obituary which you will be able to view here.

A gathering in honor of David's life will be held Monday, July 3 at Bradshaw (1078 Rice St.) from 10am to 2pm

Interment at Oakland...

Joanne Carol Cree

Joanne Carol Cree

Jun 8, 2023

Joanne Cree

 

Age 89, of Stillwater

Passed away peacefully on June 8, 2023. Preceded in death by husband, Roger. Survived by children, LuAnn Fry (companion, Jim), Larry Cree (companion, Bea), and Sue Casci (Richard); grandchildren, Jen Guggenberger (Steve), James Fry (Brenda), Dane Cree, Kammi Hoeffler (Evan), and Kalli Casci (fiancé, Will Meis); seven great-grandchildren and one expected great-grandchild; many...

Ronald James Marciniak

Ronald James Marciniak

Jun 8, 2023

Ronald James Marciniak

 

Age 59, of Lake St. Croix Beach

Passed away unexpectedly at home in his sleep on June 8, 2023.

 

Ron grew up and and enjoyed his life in the St. Croix Valley community.

 

Preceded in death by mother, Ruth; niece, Melissa Ulrich; and

grandparents, Max and Sophie Marciniak and Hans and Lavicia...

Silmar "Skip" Skibsted

Silmar "Skip" Skibsted

Jun 7, 2023

Dr. Silmar "Skip" Skibsted, age 94 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2023. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Judy (Richmond) Skibsted; son, Kim Skibsted; daughter, Debra Schwietert; nieces and nephews, Kimberly, Karrie, Chris, Cindy, Ron; grandchildren, Melanie, Jonathan; great-grandchildren, Hazel and Nixon; brother-in-law, Jerry Richmond. Preceded in death by brother, Arthur & Hazel Skibsted; parents, Anna and Silmar Skov Skibsted. An...

Mary Lou Ella (Frank) Volkert

Mary Lou Ella (Frank) Volkert

Jun 7, 2023

Our beloved mother, sister, and aunt, Mary Lou Ella (Frank) Volkert, passed away peacefully in her home on June 7, her 84th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward K. Volkert; parents, Ronald and Anna Frank; siblings, Bernice Rahn, Muriel Volkert, Harland Frank and his infant twin sister Lulu Frank, Merlin Frank, Ronald Frank. She will be...

Georgia May Walesheck

Georgia May Walesheck

Jun 7, 2023

 

Georgia May Walesheck

August 8, 1944 – June 7, 2023

Passed away after a long illness of Lewy Body Dementia.  Preceded in death by mother, Fern; father, Bernerd; brothers, Bernerd and Greg.  Survived by husband, Marvyn; sons, Brent and Jason; sisters, Jackie, Roxanne, Deborah, and Jan; brother, Scott; and grandchildren, Yahna, Mallory, Lily and Sierra whom she loved dearly.

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