Catherine Batchelor
Jan 19, 2026
Catherine Lee Mary Watson peacefully passed away at home January 19, 2026 at the age of 70. Cathy fought long and hard with cancer for 30 years, and is now Home with our Lord. She was preceeded in death by her parents, Charles Wesley Watson and Betty Jean; and her twin brother, Charles Wesley Junior. Cathy was married to Julie...
Steven Michaelis
Jan 19, 2026
Steven Michaelis Service - Livestream
Steven "TOP" Michaelis, age 78 of Gold Canyon, Arizona, formally New Richmond, Wisconsin, passed away Monday, January 19, 2026.Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Herb and Bette; sister, Karen; and niece Shanae.He is survived by his wife, Claudia. Brothers Jeff (Pauline), Dan (Michelle), brother-in-law Val Finneman. Sister-in-law Connie Vitzthum (Frank), nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and...
Kimberly Renee Johnson
Jan 18, 2026
Age 55 formerly of Newport, passed away unexpectedly on January 18, 2026.
Kim will be deeply missed by her sons, Dylan (Andrea) Noren, Tyee (Grace), Jake (Dakota), and Brody Williams; her parents, Jim and Linda Anderson; her sister, Jamie (Howard) Jacobs; her niece, Sawyer Jacobs; her nephew, Palmer Jacobs; her many aunts, uncles, cousins, and her beloved pets, Harley and Dexter,...
Mark Earl "Paws" Clemenson
Jan 18, 2026
Mark “Paws” Clemenson, of Stillwater, passed away unexpectedly. Born and raised in Stillwater, he was a man of steady strength, quiet humor, deep devotion, and a big smile.
Mark is preceded in death by his parents, Earl, and Margaret “Marge” Clemenson; his infant brothe; his sister, Anna Swanson; step daughter-in-law, Dawn Maslowski; and many other family members.
One of his proudest accomplishments...
Thao Vu
Jan 17, 2026
Vu Thi ThaoOur precious mother, Vu Thi Thao, passed away on 1/17/26. She devoted her life to her children, creating a home filled with warmth and love. Services will be private.She loved to travel, eating fancy foods, loves gambling and loves kids.Services for Ms. Thao Vu will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Rice Street...
Marlys Joann Oothoudt
Jan 16, 2026
Marlys Joanne Oothoudt passed away on January 16, 2026 at the age of 90.
Marlys was born in Appleton Wisconsin on April 26, 1935. She was raised in Minot, where she met and married her husband, “Skip” Oothoudt, and they together raised at their children Kip, Tami and Bart.
Early on, Marlys worked as an elementary and music teacher, and later owned...
Ronald Lynn Churchill
Jan 16, 2026
Loving father and grandfather, Ronald Lynn Churchill, was called home to Heaven on January 16th, 2026 at the age of 78. Ron is survived by his daughter Sarah (Churchill) Silva, son-in-law Cristian Silva, and granddaughter Sabrina of Bayport, MN; granddaughters Cynthia Silva of AZ, and Julianna Silva of CO; daughter Carol Churchill and grandson Milo of Boston, MA; brother Lawrence...
Beverly Jean (Salmon) Krinke
Jan 16, 2026
Beverly Jean (Salmon) Krinke Age 82, born March 16, 1943, ascended into Heaven on January 16, 2026.
She married Ken on August 20th, 1960 and raised 3 sons in their home in Vadnais Heights.
She was a long time member of Christ the Servant Lutheran Church in Vadnais Heights and worked as a cook in the WBL school district. Bev enjoyed being...
Karen Gail Nelson
Jan 15, 2026
Karen Gail Nelson Service - Livestream
Age 87, of Lake Elmo, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 15, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Gail Bassett; and granddaughter, Anastasia.
She will be sadly missed by her loving husband of 64 years, Richard; children, Todd (Heidi) Nelson and Tracy (Ross) Rud; grandchildren, Christopher and Alex Nelson, Jacob...
Donna Swanstrom
Jan 15, 2026
Donna Swanstrom, 97, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully Jan. 15, 2026. A resident of Stillwater since 1968, Donna retired after a 25-year career with 3M. She loved bridge, boating on the St. Croix, and spending time with her family.
Preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Gordon. Survived by daughters Pam (Richard) Heller and Lori (Mike) Johnshoy; granddaughters Emily...
Joan R. "Jo" Knutson
Jan 15, 2026
Age 96, of Mahtomedi, passed away peacefully January 15, 2026.
Preceded in death by husband, Andrew T.; and son, Paul.
She will be sadly missed by children, Amy Blackburn, Dan Knutson and Sara Knutson; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other family and friends.
Jo's commitment to education extended beyond the classroom. She served on the White Bear Lake School Board from 1974...
Diane Himmler
Jan 14, 2026
Diane Kay Himmler
Age 69 of Minneapolis
Passed away January 14, 2026.
She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Al; son, Travis; sister, Carmen; brother, Paul; many cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was loved by all.
Memorial Service 11am Saturday, February 21st at Bradshaw, 3131 Minnehaha Avenue South, Minneapolis, with visitation beginning one hour prior.
Charles Edward Beauford
Jan 14, 2026
Charles Edward Beauford, 96, of Roseville, MN, passed away peacefully on January 14th, 2026. A celebration of his life will be held February 6, 2026 at 2:00 PM, Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 4600 Greenhaven Drive, White Bear, MN. A visitation begins one hour prior.
Donald James Hotchkiss
Jan 13, 2026
DJ "Don" HotchkissMay 15, 1991 - January 13th, 2026
Beloved Child, Sibling, Friend, Cousin, and NephewAlways Loved, Never Forgotten
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to The Trevor Project.
Rosemarie Bright
Jan 13, 2026
Rosemarie Bright (Tilock)
Born November 21, 1942 in Hibbing, MN
Died January 13, 2026 at home in St. Paul, MN
Survived by her children Michele Bright, Jason Bright, Bob Bright and Angela Bright, 9 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and siblings Jim (Judy), Pete (Teresa), Pat (Dave), and Frankie.
Rose is preceded in death by her parents John and Mary Tilock, husband Gus, infant sister...
Robert Bocklund
Jan 12, 2026
BOCKLUND, Robert R, age 96, of White Bear Lake/Mahtomedi, MN passed
away on January 12 th , 2026. Preceded in death by his wife Janice of 74 years of
marriage, parents Russell and Pearl Bocklund, and his sister Kathleen (Robert)
Potter. Survived by his children, Kathy (Bob) Keefe, Scott (Denise) Bocklund;
grandchildren, Tina Keefe, Brian (Alison) Bocklund, Andy (Jessica) Keefe,...
Roger W. Christenson
Jan 11, 2026
Age 96, longtime resident of Lakeland, passed away January 11, 2026.
Former longtime employee of Northwest Airlines and member of Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church.
Preceded in death by wife, Marjory; sisters Lucille Blickenderfer and Shirley Lindberg, brother Edgar, and twin brother Russell.
Roger is survived by children, Kim (Jean), Leslie (Larry) Stenstad and David (Jilene); grandchildren, Jesse, Justin, Ashley, Nicole, Zach,...
LeRoy K. Siegel
Jan 11, 2026
LeRoy K. Siegel, age 87, passed away peacefully on January 11th, surrounded by the love of his family.
LeRoy was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Ann Siegel, with whom he shared many cherished years; his parents, Walter and Genevieve Siegel; and his sisters, Carolyn Siegel and Gayle Ede. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years,...
Susan Gorecki
Jan 11, 2026
Susan Gorecki, Age 59 of Oakdale passed away on January 11th, 2026. Beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend to many. She was born in St. Paul to Denis and Jean (Wilson). Her journey through life was not without its challenges, but the free-spirited social butterfly she was always persevered. Fueled by her unwavering love and support for her only son,...
Dr. John Warren Kenyon
Jan 11, 2026
Dr. John Warren Kenyon, 91 yrs, passed peacefully, January 11, 2026. John was a long-time resident of White Bear Lake, MN, and was deeply devoted to his family and community. Born in Mpls to Donald and Dorothy Kenyon in 1934, his grandfather being the founder of Kondon's Manufacturing.John attended the University of Minnesota, graduating from Dental School in 1958. He...


