Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Thomas B. Weller

Thomas B. Weller

Jan 21, 2026

Age 84 of OakdalePassed away on January 21, 2026.He is survived by his wife, Barbara; daughter, Amy Knowles; son, David; and grandson, Christian Kasprzyk.

Julie Ann King

Julie Ann King

Jan 20, 2026

Julie Ann King

Age 78 of Hugo passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 20th, 2026.

She is preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Dulice St. Marie; siblings Raymond (Mae), Delbert (Barbara), JoAnne (Willard), Phyllis (Hank), Marlys (Frenchie), Carol (Kendall), and Robert.

She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Jerry; children Kathy (Brian), Scott (Kate); grandchildren Lauren, Madison (Jarrod), Logan,...

Stanley Owen Severson

Stanley Owen Severson

Jan 20, 2026

Beloved Father and Grandfather

Passed away at unexpectedly but peacefully at home on January 20, 2026.

Preceded in death by his wife, Dianne.

Survived by son, Wade; grandchildren, Kristion, Kyler (Danielle), and Kelsey; great-grandson; sisters, Beatrice Hole and Darlene Severson.

Funeral Service 11am Friday, January 30th at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 880 Neal Avenue South, Afton, with visitation beginning one hour prior. Interment at...

Kimberly Renee Johnson

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

Mark Earl "Paws" Clemenson

Jan 18, 2026

Age 75, of Stillwater, passed away unexpectedly January 18, 2026.

Preceded in death by parents, Earl and Margaret; life partner, Rosemarie "Rosie"; infant brother; sister, Anna Swanson; and step-daughter-in-law, Dawn Maslowski.

Survived by brother-in-law, Gene Swanson; step-children, Larry Maslowski, Linda Erichsen-Meister, Lauri Johnson (Lonney), Leaha Merchak (Ken), Lanae Maslowski and Lonna Wendorf (Todd); grandchildren, Mike (Lindsey), Mark, Matt (Beth), Ricky (Bella), Benjamin,...

Karen Gail Nelson

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

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

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

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

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.

Rosemarie Bright

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

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,...

LeRoy K. Siegel

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,...

Dr. John Warren Kenyon

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...

Thao Vu

Thao Vu

Jan 10, 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 Monday, January 26, 2026, at 9:00 AM at Rice Street...

Lawrence Cadwell

Lawrence Cadwell

Jan 10, 2026

Lawrence “Ole” Oliver Cadwell, age 87 of New Richmond, WI and formerly of Webster and Mahtomedi passed away on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at the St. Croix Health Center.

Ole was born on February 19th 1938 in St. Paul to parents, Lawrence and Helen (Jensen) Cadwell. He is survived by his sons Jerry (Marla) Cadwell, John (Kelly) Cadwell, daughter Marie (Richard)...

Patrick Needham

Patrick Needham

Jan 9, 2026

Patrick Michael Needham

April 30, 1940 - January 9, 2026

Patrick Needham, age 85, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2026, in Woodbury, Minnesota.

Patrick grew up on the East Side of Saint Paul and graduated from Harding High School in 1958. While there, he met his beloved wife Barbara Ehrle, whom he married in 1961 and spent 64 happy...

Richard "Dick" Ames Proulx

Richard "Dick" Ames Proulx

Jan 6, 2026

Richard "Dick" Ames Proulx of Stillwater, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at age 92 on January 6, 2026. Dick was preceded in death by his beloved grandson, Adam Proulx. He is survived by his devoted wife of 72 years, Marlene Proulx; his children Ric (Laurie) Proulx, Scott (Lisa) Proulx, Sandy (Dave) Hill, Jody (Guy) Wojtowicz, and John Proulx; 8 grandchildren (Corey,...

Gail N. Freese

Gail N. Freese

Jan 4, 2026

Age 79, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully January 4, 2026.

Preceded in death by husband, Neil. 

She will be sadly missed by sons, Wayne (Mayra) and Jason (Shannon); grandson, Spencer; 3 brothers, 2 sisters, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. 

Memorial service Thursday, January 8, 2026, 5:00 P.M. at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater with visitation one hour...

Donna Jeanne Malum

Donna Jeanne Malum

Jan 2, 2026

In Loving Memory of Donna Jeanne Malum

Donna Jeanne Malum, a dedicated educator, healthcare professional, and tireless advocate for women's rights, passed away on January 2, 2026, at the age of 78. Born on May 27, 1947, Donna spent her life committed to the service of others through her work in nutrition, education, and social justice.

A Life of Service and Professional...