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Patty Thomsen

Patty Thomsen

Dec 6, 2025

Patty (Patricia Ann) Thomsen, age 70, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025.

Preceded in death by parents, Lansing and JoAnn Wilson; and brother, Lanny.

She will be sadly missed by husband, Jeff; daughter, Kristi (Chris) Kampsula; and son, Adam (Buffy) Thomsen; grandchildren, Tyler, Faith and Sadie Kampsula; Gabby and Brooklyn Thomsen; sisters, Alice and Mary; brother, Douglas; many nieces,...

Lorraine Louise Miller

Lorraine Louise Miller

Dec 5, 2025

Lorraine Louise (Perry) Miller, age 102, of Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025.

Lorraine was born October 5, 1923, in Brockway Township, MN, daughter of Samuel and Eva Perry. She attended St. Cloud Tech High and later received her teachers training from St. Cloud. Lorraine married Merlin R. Miller on June 19, 1947. Over the years Lorraine...

James M. "Jim" Cunningham

James M. "Jim" Cunningham

Dec 4, 2025

Passed away December 4, 2025.

Survived by wife, Geri; children, Ken, Ron, Kathy Lauseng, Pam Harbulak and Greg; 10 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren; brother, Donovan; sisters, JoAnn (John) Orvedahl and Sandy (Bruce) Bohaty; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Mo and Thora Cunningham; sister, Carol Misukanis; brothers, Bill and Tom Cunningham.

Memorial service Monday, February...

Nicholas "Nick" Vander Vegte

Nicholas "Nick" Vander Vegte

Dec 3, 2025

Nicholas Richard Vander Vegte was born in Pella, Iowa on September 1, 1972 to Stanley and Bonnie Vander Vegte, and passed away December 3, 2025 surrounded by his loving family and friends.

He is survived by his wife Amy Hays, mother Bonnie Vander Vegte, brother Stuart Vander Vegte (Sarah Rohret), and sister Emily Chute (Christopher Chute), along with many nieces and...

Lynda Pauling

Lynda Pauling

Dec 1, 2025

Age 77, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025.

Lynda was preceded in death by her brother, John Olson; and her sister, Becky Swanson.

Lynda is the loving mother of Mike (Amanda) Pauling, Mark Pauling and Meredith (Jeff) Warner; loving grandmother of Isla, Olive and Sylvie. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Lynda grew up in...

Sheila Ann Palermo

Sheila Ann Palermo

Nov 30, 2025

Sheila Ann Palermo, age 66, of Lino Lakes, passed away peacefully on November 30 2025, from complications of Lewy body dementia, surrounded by her loving family. Born in St. Cloud to Carl and Phyllis Hosler, Sheila grew up in a family where faith, humor, and togetherness were deeply valued.

Sheila attended the University of Minnesota before building a long and dedicated...

Ricky Allen Hallas

Ricky Allen Hallas

Nov 29, 2025

Ricky Allen Hallas, Sr.

Age 66 of Stillwater, passed away on November 29, 2025. It was unexpected, yet peaceful, while hunting with his son, something he loved dearly.

Rick was a loving father and grandfather and cherished his time spent with family. He was a talented craftsman, enjoyed snowmobiling, baking with his grandkids, Vikings games on Sundays, and spending time at the...

Chris "Sonny" Nicosia

Chris "Sonny" Nicosia

Nov 27, 2025

Chris Nicosia of Lake Elmo passed away peacefully on November 27th, 2025, surrounded by family. A Service for Chris will be held on Friday, December 19th 12pm at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 4600 Greenhaven Drive, White Bear, MN with a visitation one hour prior. Full notice to come at a later date. 

John Cardinal

John Cardinal

Nov 26, 2025

John B. Cardinal84, of White Bear Lake, MNSurvived by his loving wife, Betty; daughter, Kimberly (Lane) Bajardi; son, John; daughter, Rebecca; and grandson, Ben.Preceded in death by parents, Louis and Helen; brothers, Louie, Paul, and Richard; and sister, Jane.Also survived by siblings, Michael, Cynthia, Elizabeth, Stephen, Mary, Julie and Joseph.A varsity baseball player and graduate of Cretin High School ('59)....

Vernon "Vern" Anthony Kassekert

Vernon "Vern" Anthony Kassekert

Nov 26, 2025

Vernon "Vern" KassekertService - LivestreamAge 78 of Saint Paul passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 26th, 2025.He is preceded in death by the love of his life, Rosanne; sibling, Jerry Kassekert; and his parents, Doris and Anthony Kassekert.Vern will be deeply missed by his children, Julie (Joe) Fittante, Tricia (Ron) Armstrong, and Kevin (Rebecca) Kassekert; grandchildren, Talia, Joie,...

Tom Wiener

Tom Wiener

Nov 26, 2025

Tom Wiener Service - Livestream

Tom, age 69, of Oakdale, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. 

A 1974 graduate of Harding High School, it was there he met the love of his life, June Von De Linde, and the two have been inseparable ever since. After earning his degree from the University of Minnesota's Carlson School of Management, Tom joined his father...

Adeline “Gussie” Cecelia Carroll

Adeline “Gussie” Cecelia Carroll

Nov 23, 2025

Age 59 of Bayport

Passed away unexpectedly at home on November 23, 2025. She passed peacefully in her bed with her husband, Scott Loux, present.

Gussie was born in Stillwater, MN in January of 1966. She was the baby of the family, born the last of 7 total siblings. She grew up in her parents home in Stillwater and attended Stillwater High...

Troy Lester Mooneyham

Troy Lester Mooneyham

Nov 22, 2025

On November 22, 2025, Rev. Troy Lester Mooneyham, Jr. died peacefully, surrounded by his children, in White Bear Lake, MN.

Troy was born on April 17, 1945, in Philadelphia, PA. As the son of a Naval Chief, he spent his early years living around the world, an upbringing that nurtured his curiosity, resilience, and openness to people from all walks of...

James Griebler

James Griebler

Nov 22, 2025

James (Jim) Griebler, 87, of Saint Paul, MN, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025.

Jim was born on February 1, 1938, in Saint Paul, MN to Leo Griebler and Gladys Bradshaw. He grew up in Saint Paul where he attended Saint Casimir grade school and Johnson High School. After high school, he joined the US Air Force. He served proudly...

John Slaughter

John Slaughter

Nov 21, 2025

John Edward Slaughter of Stillwater, MN, passed away on November 21, 2025, at the age of 92. He was born to parents Frank and Helen (Katner) in Stillwater, MN. His fondest childhood memory was being a Boy Scout and Eagle Scout. He graduated from Stillwater High School in 1951 and from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in...

Barbara Fawcett

Barbara Fawcett

Nov 19, 2025

Barbara H. FawcettAge 75, passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2025.She was preceded in death by son, Richie Grimm; step-son Richard Raasch; parents, William and Florence Fawcett; brothers, Keith, Robert, and David Fawcett; and granddaughter, Martina Grimm.Survived by her children, Edward, Lisa (Mike), Christy, Lori, and Miria; 5 sisters; 2 brothers; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many more nieces, nephews,...

Alan Leistikow

Alan Leistikow

Nov 19, 2025

Al, age 61, passed unexpectedly on November 19,2025. Al was loving, kind, caring, funny, humble, encouraging and supportive. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother, son and friend whose kindness touched every part of life. He lived with humility and selflessness - embodying the example of living out his faith.

Al exemplified service through 37 years with the US...

Raymond Douglas Lambert

Raymond Douglas Lambert

Nov 19, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Raymond Douglas Lambert

August 6, 1933 – November 19, 2025

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Jeffrey Young

Jeffrey Young

Nov 19, 2025

Jeffrey Jerome Young

Born May 18, 1951, deceased November 19, 2025. Preceded in death by his father, William Frances Young and mother, Marion Lorraine (Schwartz) Young. Survived by his wife of 48 years, Cynthia J. (Johnson) Young; siblings, Richard J. Herzog (Sharon), William F. Young Jr., (Lenette), Nicholas B. Young (Theresa), Gregory M. Young (Dawn), James J. Young (Pamela), and Suzanne...