Audrey Christine Schroeder (Cheatham)
Jul 15, 2026
Audrey Christine Schroeder, a woman of deep passion, fierce dedication, and a boundless, adventurous spirit, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at the age of 86, following a courageous battle with mixed dementia. In Audrey's own words, the purpose of her life was simply "to love and to be loved"-a mission she fulfilled beautifully every single day.
Born in St....
Rev. William "Bill" Russell Straka
Jul 13, 2026
Rev. William "Bill" Russell Straka, 85 of Oak Park Heights, MN died July 13 after a long illness. He was born April 25, 1941, to Harold and Margaret in Waterloo, IA.
Bill married Carol at Wartburg Seminary. He was pastor to Lutheran churches in Minnesota, before serving as a chaplain at a senior home and hospital in Iowa. Bill's strong faith...
Mark Joseph Salmen
Jul 13, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mark Salmen. Mark Joseph Salmen, age 74, of Afton, MN, passed away, on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Lakeview Hospital, in Stillwater, MN.He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Elizabeth Salmen, infant brother, Gregory Salmen, and grandson, Jonathan Gomez. He is survived by his wife Suzanne...
Phyllis Ione Elmquist
Jul 13, 2026
Elmquist, Phyllis (Myhre) age 103 of North Oaks, MN, formerly of West St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13th, 2026. Born November 13, 1922 in Spring Grove, MN.Preceded in death by parents Martin and Stella (Qualey) Myhre, husband, Alton Elmquist, infant son Bruce, sisters Doreen Dahl, Lola Thorson and Audrey Olson, brothers-in-law Tenus Thorson, P. Kenneth Olson,...
Ruby Marie (Graf) Salewski
Jul 12, 2026
Ruby Marie (Graf) Salewski, 94 of Oak Park Heights, MN, beloved mother and grandmother, was called home by her Heavenly Father on Sunday July 12, 2026.
Ruby was born on February 22, 1932, in Vernon, Texas. She graduated from South Lockett High School in Vernon, TX. She then attended the University of Texas - Austin to become a registered nurse and...
Jacqueline "Jackie" June Nemec
Jul 10, 2026
Age 95, passed away quietly on Friday, July 10, 2026. She led a full and rewarding life and has left many memories to cherish. Jackie will be missed by all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents Edwin Eliasen and Arline Strand Eliasen Sveda; husband, James; sister Donna Mae Eliasen, half-brothers James Sveda, David Eliasen, Richard Eliasen,...
John Ole Ranisate
Jul 9, 2026
John Ole Ranisate of Cameron WI passed away peacefully on July 9, 2026, at the age of 92. He was born on November 4, 1933, in Bagley, MN to Tallak and Lillian (Anderson) Ranisate. John was a devoted husband to Emily Ranisate and loving father to his six children, Cindy (Mike) McNiff, Little Rock AR, Dan (Janet) Carpenter, Cottage Grove...
Mary Lee Speich
Jul 8, 2026
Mary Lee Speich passed away Wednesday, July 8, peacefully at home with family and caregivers at her side after coping with health issues over the past year.
She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Leona Speich, and her brother, Jon Speich. Mary is now reunited with several of her favorites.
Mary is survived by her brothers Tim (Deb) Speich...
Bruce L. Mead
Jul 8, 2026
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Age 75 of Mahtomedi. Retired St. Paul Police Officer.
Survived by daughters, Nicki Mikolai and Caitlin (Jeff) Isaac; son, Matthew Mead; grandchildren, Mira and Mason Mead, Jack and Avery Mikolai, and Nellie Isaac; brothers, Brian and Greg (Jeanette); nieces, cousins, and friends.
Preceded in death by wife of 43 years, Lesley; parents, Donald and Nancy; and sister,...
Thomas James Lindquist
Jul 8, 2026
Lindquist, Thomas James Sr., age 73, of Forest Lake, MN, beloved husband, father, and grandfather peacefully passed away at home on July 8, 2026 after battling Parkinsons and Lewy Body Dementia.Thomas was born on February 26th, 1953 in St. Paul, MN. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 46 years of marriage, Diana Lindquist (nee. Evers); parents,...
Dale Andrew Preston
Jul 5, 2026
Dale Andrew PrestonAge 73, passed away after a long battle with cancer treatments.Dale is survived by wife of 47+ years of marriage Cathy ( Norman); Son, Charlie (Rose); Granddaughter ,Katryna ( Zach) and their daughter Layla; Brothers ,Pete (Jill), Jim ( Deb)Preston;Brothers in-law, Carey ,Craig (Kari),Clayton Norman; Sister in-law, Chris (Mike) Fennern; and many nieces and nephewsDale was preceded in...
Theresa Joyce Griebler
Jul 5, 2026
Theresa Joyce Griebler, age 89, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a lifetime of faith, hard work, and unwavering devotion to those she loved.
Theresa was born on March 3, 1937, in Bangor, Maine, to Pasquale and Lily (Bilson) Caruso. She grew up in a large family that helped shape...
Ronald Stroschein
Jul 5, 2026
Age 85, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026.
Ron was born in New Ulm, Minnesota, the youngest of six children born to Robert and Viola Stroschein. He carried with him the values of hard work, humility, and devotion to family throughout his life.
On September 15, 1962, Ron married the love of his life, Connie (Naggatz). Together...
Dennis Lee Trenda
Jul 5, 2026
Age 84, of Stillwater, passed away on July 5, 2026.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Faye (Dalluhn); his daughter, Denise and Wendy Vie Trittin of Eagan; his grandchildren, Karl Trittin and Samantha VanCura of Maple Grove; Magdalene Trittin and Joshua Milum of Eagan; his brothers, Donald Trenda of Surprise, Arizona; William Trenda of Andover; and Jon...
Lucille "Lucy" Dulon
Jul 5, 2026
Age 97, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 5, 2026.
Preceded in death by husband, Alfred; sons, Dwayne, Richard and Steven; parents, Lillian and Edward Bevens; brother, Eugene Bevens; and sister, Lorraine (Art) Bruce.
She will be sadly missed by children, Judy (Roger) Rivard, Gloria (Rick) Bowen, Kathy Dulon and Dan (Char) Dulon; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and...
Kim Edward Erickson
Jul 3, 2026
Kim Edward Erickson, 71, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at St. Therese Hospice at St. Odilia's after a long and courageous journey with Parkinson's disease.Kim was born on February 5, 1955, in Winton, Minnesota, and was raised in Ely,MN where his lifelong love of the outdoors began. He graduated from the University of Minnesota, Duluth in 1977 with...
Jeannette Sharon Anderson Bakke
Jul 2, 2026
Born on March 16, 1939 to Carl and Edith Anderson in Western Springs, IL. She has an older brother, Howard, and an adopted sister, Joyce. She attended Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. She met and married a classmate, Stanley Bakke. They married after graduation on July 22, 1961. Stan was a lieutenant and served two years stateside during the Berlin...
Jason Christopher Pehl
Jul 2, 2026
It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Jason Christopher Pehl, age 36, on July 2, 2026.Jason was dearly loved by his family and friends. He will be remembered for his generosity and his willingness to help others at all times. He had the biggest heart, even if he didn't always know how to show it....
Steven Odell Novak
Jul 2, 2026
Steven Odell Novak, age 76, passed away on July 2, 2026. He leaves behind a lifetime of hard work, service, and love for his family.
Born on August 29, 1949, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Steven spent most of his life in Minnesota. He graduated from Stillwater High School in 1967. Steven went on to spend many years in Paso Robles,...
