Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

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,...

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...

Patrick Needham

Patrick Needham

Jan 9, 2026

Full Notice Coming Soon

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...

Steve Ridgway

Steve Ridgway

Jan 2, 2026

Age 86, of Bayport, passed away January 2, 2026

Preceded in death by son, Steve; sisters, Ann Flug and Kathy Conley.

Survived by his wife of 65 years, Sharon; children, Matthew (Julie), Sarah (Eleazar Villanueva) and Luke (Lisa Meyers); 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, Dan (Kit), Mark (Sandy) and Peter (Mary); many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. 

A celebration of Steve’s life...

Barbara Jo Heath

Barbara Jo Heath

Jan 2, 2026

Heath, Barbara Jo WalkerAge 77, born April 14, 1948 in Decatur, IL and passed away on Jan. 2 at home surrounded by family.Barbara married the love of her life, Michael Earl Heath on February 16, 1964. Though marriage and motherhood became her reality early in life, Barbara was determined to achieve her high school diploma, which she did in 1966.In...

Joshua Taulbee

Joshua Taulbee

Jan 2, 2026

Joshua J. TaulbeeJosh was a loving father, accomplished musician, committed teacher, avid outdoorsman, and a bigger than life personality. We are all overwhelmed by the outpouring of love and memories.

Josh Taulbee passed away on January 2nd following a year-long battle with glioblastoma. He is survived by his two beloved sons, Max and Miles; his mother, Sylvia Beer Taulbee; his sister...

Karen Ogren

Karen Ogren

Jan 1, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Karen Ogren, age 84, of Stillwater, MN. Karen passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on January 1, 2026.

Karen was the beloved daughter of Irving and Angeline Lind of Bayport. She was a lifelong learner, loved to read, go for walks, play cards and was an avid...

Dian Doss

Dian Doss

Jan 1, 2026

Dian Doss passed away on January 1, 2026, at the age of 79. Dian loved feeding ducks at the pond. She enjoyed planting flowers and using her gardening skills to add beauty to the world around her.

Karen Ann Ogren

Karen Ann Ogren

Jan 1, 2026

Obituary coming soon.

Edwin Linner

Edwin Linner

Dec 31, 2025

Edwin "Ed" William Linner Jr., 91, passed away peacefully in Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, on December 31, 2025. Born on September 15, 1934, in Stillwater, to Edwin Sr. and Charlotte (Rolfer) Linner, Ed graduated from Stillwater High School in 1952 and earned his degree from Macalester College in 1956.

Ed measured his life in numbers, so it's only fitting to share...

Jeff Kubacki

Jeff Kubacki

Dec 30, 2025

Jeff David Kubacki, 67, passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2025. Born April 24, 1958 in Syracuse, New York, Jeff was the son of Lillian Mueller Kubacki and Theodore Kubacki. He grew up in Upstate New York where he attended Skaneateles High School followed by West Point Military Academy.

Jeff built a remarkable 40-year career in information technology defined...

Blaine Dallas Haywood

Blaine Dallas Haywood

Dec 29, 2025

Blaine Haywood Service - Livestream

Blaine Dallas Haywood, 74, of Woodbury, Minnesota, passed away on December 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family following complications from pulmonary fibrosis.

Blaine was deeply loved and will be dearly missed by his wife of 51 years, Sheryl; his children, Russ (Kari), Dan (Laura), and Natalia (Steve); his seven grandchildren; and two grand-puppy's. His one brother,...

Dorothy Marie Biessener (Johnson)

Dorothy Marie Biessener (Johnson)

Dec 28, 2025

Dorothy Biessener Livestream

Dorothy Marie Biessener of Mahtomedi died peacefully on December 28, 2025 at the age of 89, surrounded by her family at Our Lady of Peace Hospice in St. Paul. 

Dorothy was born in St. Paul on August 13, 1936. Dorothy is survived by her three children: Steve (Paula), Rick (Vicky), Sue (Chad) Greeder, 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. 

Dorothy was...

John "Johnny" Ahlbom

John "Johnny" Ahlbom

Dec 27, 2025

John "Johnny" Ahlbom, of Maplewood, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on December 27, 2025 at Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, MN, at the age of 92.

Johnny was born November 24th, 1933, to John and Anny Ahlbom, who emigrated from Sweden to America in 1914. Johnny was their fifth child, the baby of the family. He grew up in...

Lance Alvin Stobbe

Lance Alvin Stobbe

Dec 26, 2025

Lance Alvin Stobbe Service - Livestream

Lance Alvin Stobbe, 58, passed away in New Hope on December 26, 2025, following a 30+ year battle with Advanced Chronic Progressive Multiple Sclerosis with quadriparesis.

He was born on November 4th, 1967, in St. Paul, Minnesota. The son of Alvin Stobbe and Janice (Arvig) Stobbe. Lance was raised in Golden Valley, MN., and a 1986...

Jack Ralph Diethert

Jack Ralph Diethert

Dec 26, 2025

Age 85 of Lake Elmo

Passed away on December 26, 2025. Jack enjoyed hunting, fishing, and gardening. He proudly served in the Navy and was a lifetime member and past commander of the Stillwater VFW. Jack was an avid bowler and loved playing horseshoes.

Jack is survived by his wife of 62 years, Nancy; children, Todd (Denise), Lonnie and Jessica Lieffort; grandchildren,...

Peter LaCasse

Peter LaCasse

Dec 26, 2025

Peter Richard LaCasseAge 71 of White Bear Lake, MN passed away peacefully on December 26th, 2025, surrounded by love.Pete worked for Trane Technologies in White Bear Lake as a machine operator where he was a devoted and much appreciated employee for 26 years. He wore many hats and took all of his positions seriously.Pete is preceded in death by his parents,...