Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Leonard Harold Gallick

Leonard Harold Gallick

Feb 7, 2026

Leonard H. Gallick, at age 58, passed away at his home in St. Paul, MN, with this partner of 30 years at his side on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Leonard and Glen were married April 18, 2019. He worked for MN state for 30 years. He was passionate about his pet dogs and kitty. He enjoyed camping and other outdoor...

Mary Elizabeth Hill

Mary Elizabeth Hill

Feb 7, 2026

It is with the deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Mary E. Hill on February 7, 2026. Beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother, she leaves behind a truly inimitable legacy.

Mary E. Hill was born on August 15, 1933 in Brookhaven, Mississippi to Walter and Leontyne Anding. Number 9 of 12 children, Mary is...

Jon Steven Wangen

Jon Steven Wangen

Feb 6, 2026

Jon Steven Wangen, age 62, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away at home on February 6, 2026.

Jon was born in Brunswick, Georgia, to Gary and Stephanie (Woy) Wangen. He grew up in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and graduated from River Falls High School in River Falls, Wisconsin, in 1983. He later enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving from 1984...

Roland Eugene Hodges Jr.

Roland Eugene Hodges Jr.

Feb 6, 2026

Roland (Rollie) E. Hodges Jr.Age 71, passed away on February 6, 2026. Longtime resident of Minneapolis. Enjoyed spending summers at Clearwater Forest on Clearwater Lake.Survived by his wife, Paula; and sons, Eugene and Miles.Memorial service Tuesday, February 24, 2026, 11:00am at Bradshaw, 3131 Minnehaha Ave S, Minneapolis, with visitation the hour prior.

Janis L. Triplett (nee Johnson)

Janis L. Triplett (nee Johnson)

Feb 5, 2026

Janis L Triplett (nee Johnson), age 78 of White Bear Lake, MN, formerly of Lake Elmo, MN, passed away on February 5th, 2026.

Jan was born on May 7, 1947, in Lincoln Nebraska to Dr. Robert and Jan Johnson. They lived in several upper Midwest communities before settling in Bayport, MN. Jan graduated from Concordia College, Moorhead, earning her teaching degree...

David Kjella

David Kjella

Feb 4, 2026

David H. KjellaAge 58 of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on February 4, 2026. He was born on July 6, 1967. Preceded in death by parents, Egil and Joyce Kjella; and one brother, Melvin Walker.Survived by one brother, Donald Walker; sisters, Mary Kjella and Doris Walker; nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and many relatives and friends. Service information to come.

Mark Nathaniel Grefsrud

Mark Nathaniel Grefsrud

Feb 3, 2026

Mark Nathaniel Grefsrud (Nathan)

Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, February 24, 1953

Died in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, February 3, 2026

Nathan lived by his Christian faith.  He was a life-long learner who enjoyed reading, writing, traveling, art, music, nature, culinary arts, scrabble, time with family and friends and his dogs.  He attended Augsburg College and Brown Institute, receiving an AA...

Gregory Allen Rubbelke

Gregory Allen Rubbelke

Feb 3, 2026

Gregory Allen Rubbelke, age 69, of Maplewood, Minnesota, passed away on February 3, 2026. Greg was born on November 30, 1956, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the youngest of eight children. From the beginning, he was surrounded by family, and throughout his life, family remained the center of his world.

Greg lived a life defined by kindness, gentleness, and love. He cared deeply...

Rayshawn Demarkest McHie

Rayshawn Demarkest McHie

Feb 3, 2026

In Loving Memory: Rayshawn McHieAge 36, of Saint Paul, Minnesota, born on November 18, 1989 he passed away on February 3, 2026, in Saint Paul, MN.

Survived by mother, Antoinette Campeau; siblings, Karnisha Smith, Brandon McHie, Donte Campeau, and LaGina Campeau; as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncle.

Rayshawn was know for his Big Heart and was loved...

Marc Thomas Guerrero

Marc Thomas Guerrero

Feb 3, 2026

Marc Thomas Guerrero

Age 40, of Oakdale, Minnesota, passed away on February 3, 2026.

Marc was a fun, loving, and deeply caring person. His personality brought warmth, joy, and calmness to all those around him. Throughout his life, Marc was smart, unbelievably creative, and talented beyond measure.

Marc showed up for people with fierce loyalty and an open heart. He accepted others exactly...

Tye Joseph Lyons

Tye Joseph Lyons

Feb 3, 2026

Age 35, of Somerset, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 3, 2026 after an 18 month battle with esophageal cancer.

Tye was preceded in death by his mother - Andrea Lyons.

He will be deeply missed by his brother - Levi Lyons; his surviving family - Jerry and Naomi Belisle, Brea (Jason) Bradshaw, Tiffany (Chris) Moore, Drew Belisle, Garret...

Randal Scot Swanson

Randal Scot Swanson

Feb 2, 2026

Randal (Randy) Scot Swanson, age 64, of Roseville, Minnesota, passed away at home on February 2nd, 2026.

Randy was born May 30, 1961, in Rush City, Minnesota, to Carl Richard Swanson and Roberta Lois Swanson as the firstborn of four children.

Randy graduated from Charlotte High School in Michigan in 1980 and went on to earn a B.A. in English...

Paul V. Sundquist

Paul V. Sundquist

Feb 2, 2026

Paul Victor Sundquist, age 82, passed unexpectedly into the arms of Jesus on February 2, 2026 at Regions Hospital, peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born January 20, 1944 in Hibbing MN.

Paul will be remembered for his gregarious personality, zest for life, deep love for his family, and unwavering faith. His life was marked by devotion—to God, to those...

Andrea Mae Stearns

Andrea Mae Stearns

Feb 1, 2026

Andrea Mae Stearns

1977 - 2026

Andrea Stearns-public health nurse, humanitarian, and fearless advocate for people often forgotten by the world-passed away in 2026 at the age of 48 after a brief illness.

Andrea lived a life defined by courage, intelligence, and an almost stubborn commitment to compassion. As a public health nurse, she worked on the front lines...

Larry W. Erickson

Larry W. Erickson

Jan 31, 2026

Larry W. Erickson, age 80, of Woodbury MN, passed away on January 31, surrounded by family and friends at United Hospital in St. Paul from complications following bowel obstruction surgery. He was born on 09/07/45 in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Preceded in death by his wife Bonnie Jean (Buesing) Erickson, parents Leonard and Lorraine (Hannegraf) Erickson, and his brother Lon Erickson.

Survived by...

Constance Theodosia Graham

Constance Theodosia Graham

Jan 30, 2026

Constance "Connie" T. Graham nee JacksonAge 99 years, of St. Paul, MN, passed away on January 30th, 2026. She graduated from John Marshall High School in 1944, was a Registered Nurse at Charles T. Miller and United Hospitals. She was a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church and a life long resident of the Rondo Community. Funeral services will be held...

Mary Flora Kiester

Mary Flora Kiester

Jan 30, 2026

Mary Flora Kiester

Age 86 of Stillwater, MN passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30th, 2026, with her family by her side.

She is preceded in death by her parents Donald and Margaret Shaw.

She is survived by her loving husband of over 60 years Chuck; children Pastor Sue (Dave) Grinde, Michael, Nancy Scovill, Margy (Eric) Butala, and Grandchildren Emily,...

Betty Pauline Kaphingst

Betty Pauline Kaphingst

Jan 29, 2026

Betty Pauline Kaphingst, Age 97, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026

She is preceded in death by parents, Kathryn and Harry Petersen; brothers, Gordon and Roy; and husband of 54 years, Ed Kaphingst.

Survived by son, Rick Richardson; grandchildren, Jesse (Kelley) Richardson, Ryan (Andrea) Richardson, and Sheena (Justin) Piel; great grandchildren, Avery (Jill), Breck, Devin, Max, and Lila. Also her large neighborhood...

Pauline "Penny" Joy Huonder (Garrison)

Pauline "Penny" Joy Huonder (Garrison)

Jan 29, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our cherished Pauline Huonder on Thursday January 29th, 2026.

Survived by her husband, Kenneth Huonder, who she has shared her life with and loved for over 40 years. She will remain in the hearts of her children, Jeff Kiggins (Jennifer), Misty Grammas (Dean), Nicole Walsh (Todd), and their children, Tony Farrell...

Princeton Cozell Reynolds

Princeton Cozell Reynolds

Jan 28, 2026

Princeton Reynolds, age 13, was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and passed away on January 28, 2026. He was a very kind, loving, intelligent, & courageous son, brother, grandson, nephew, & cousin! He cherished spending time with family, enjoyed playing basketball, but his passion was gaming. Princeton will always be remembered for his warm hugs & infectious laughs, but most of...