Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

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...

Richard "Dick" Shager

Richard "Dick" Shager

Feb 25, 2025

Richard "Dick" Shager of Shoreview, MN passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was 82 years old. Dick was born to John and Ella (Neslund) Shager in Thief River Falls, MN on February 15, 1943. Dick grew up on the family farm in Gatzke, MN with his twin sister Becky and older sister Mardie and graduated from Middle River High...

Alice J. Ghiloni

Alice J. Ghiloni

Feb 24, 2025

In loving memory of Alice Jean Ghiloni

Alice J. Ghiloni, age 85, of St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on February 24, 2025.

Born January 12, 1940, in Glenwood Township, Wisconsin, Alice was the first of eight children born to Albert and Josephine (Paulus) Maes. After graduating from high school, she moved to the Twin Cities, where...

Charles E. Dick

Charles E. Dick

Feb 23, 2025

Loving Husband, Dad, Granddad, Brother and Friend. Died on February 23, 2025 after a recently diagnosed dementia disease. 

Charles was born on November 19, 1939 in Stillwater. He married Janet Newell Johansen January 18, 1969. The couple had 3 children, Melissa, Gina and Brian. The family has lived in Marine on Saint Croix for 49 years. 

A celebration of life will be...

Marsha Drucker

Marsha Drucker

Feb 23, 2025

Marsha Drucker passed away at age 87 on 2/23/25. 

During her long career in social work, teaching and family counseling, she enjoyed fine arts, travel, singing with local choirs, and maintaining connections with her extended family. She was an explorer of all things spiritual. 

Marsha is survived by her children: Matt (Ellen) Greenberg, Nick (Rebecca) Greenberg, Ann (Pete) Brownlee; grandchildren: Jessica, Natasha,...

Margaret A. "Marge" Carlson

Margaret A. "Marge" Carlson

Feb 23, 2025

79, of Houlton, WI, passed away peacefully February 23, 2025.

Preceded in death by husband, Val “Jim”; and brother, Fred Koke. 

Survived by children, Tye Carlson and Melissa (Bill) Keran; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Travis) Belisle, Emily Dodson, Erica and Billy; great-grandchildren, Devahn, Owen, Charlotte, Vallen, Ryker, Rhaina and Lachlan; sister, Mary Needham; sister-in-law, Joyce Koke; several nieces, nephews and friends. 

A celebration of Marge’s...

John "Cholly" Coghlan

John "Cholly" Coghlan

Feb 21, 2025

Age 79 of White Bear Lake passed on Friday, February 21, 2025.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 50 years, Bonnie; siblings Kevin (Cathy), Julie( Bob) Zetah, Elizabeth Coghlan (Michael Swartz); and many other beloved family and friends.

A memorial service will take place at The Church of Saint Pius X,...

Joanne L. Junkans (nee Koeppen)

Joanne L. Junkans (nee Koeppen)

Feb 20, 2025

Joanne L. Junkans (Koeppen)

Joanne L. Junkans, age 94 of Woodbury, MN died peacefully with her children by her side on February 20, 2025 in Shoreview, MN after a brief illness. 

Joanne was born October 25, 1930 in Britton, South Dakota to Russell and Lottie (Jackson) Koeppen. She grew up in Amherst, South Dakota and was baptized in the Weston Reformed Church....

Alice F. Magle

Alice F. Magle

Feb 20, 2025

Born March 14, 1957 in Stillwater, Minnesota. Went home to Lord and her parents, Dolores and Lawrence Siede, on the evening of February 20, 2025 at the age of 67 years.

Alice is survived by her husband, Ralph Magle; sons, Derek (April) and Adrien (Jean) Magle; grandchildren, Avery, Halle, Brandon and Rowen.

Alice was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who...

Amy Benavientes Guzman

Amy Benavientes Guzman

Feb 20, 2025

Amy Benavientes Guzman has gained her Angel wings to soon. She was born February 2nd 2025 and passed February 20th 2025.

A funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, March 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 4030 Jackson Street, Minneapolis, Minnesota. A visitation will begin one hour prior at 10:00 AM. A burial will take place...

JoAnn Merritt

JoAnn Merritt

Feb 20, 2025

JoAnn Merritt, beloved wife of Tom Merritt for 58 years, went home to the Lord on February 20, 2025. Born in 1944 in Two Harbors, Minnesota, JoAnn brought kindness and joy to many people throughout her life. JoAnn was a Christ follower for over fifty years, deepening her faith through participation in many Bible study groups. She was generous and...

Alice Linnerooth

Alice Linnerooth

Feb 20, 2025

Alice D. Linnerooth went home to Jesus to be reunited with her beloved husband, Paul, on February 20, 2025, having enjoyed 96 years.

She is preceded in death by her brother and sisters, Kay (Mike) Stevens, Fred (Loretta) Krantz, Mary (George) Smith, Peggy (Joseph) Biniek, Ann Krantz, Josephine (Jerry) Dolan. She is survived by her children, Karin (Craig) Johnson,...

Maisy Leon

Maisy Leon

Feb 19, 2025

Maisy Jolaine Leon

Born on January 21, 2025 and passed on February 19, 2025 surrounded by loving family, friends and hospital staff.

She is preceded in death by her brother Maxwell Curtis Leon and cousin Lynn Catherine Cutler and Grandma Debra Lou Leon.

She is survived by her parents Chad and Cassandra; sister Madalyn; grandparents Brad, Julie...

Ute Christel Erickson

Ute Christel Erickson

Feb 18, 2025

Of Stillwater, passed away peacefully February 18, 2025. 

Preceded in death by husband, Kenneth; and daughter, Sabine. 

Survived by son, Michael Bugs; family here and in Germany, and her many friends. 

Memorial service Thursday, February 27, 2025, 11:00 A.M. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 115 North 4th Street, Stillwater with visitation one hour prior to the service. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to...