Obituaries

Aug 9, 2014

Harriet Peterson Age 90 of White Bear Lake Passed away peacefully at home On August 9th, 2014. Harriet will be remembered for her kind heart. She was a gentle person that had a great passion for her family and those around her. She had a flair for hosting guests and being supportive to others. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading, long...

Aug 9, 2014

JEFFREY W. MEEMKEN Age 52 of St. Paul Jeff passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2014 at his home. He was born on June 10, 1962 to Lawrence Meemken and Ella Gagnon. Jeff previously worked at Honeywell. He loved fishing, hunting, and most importantly spending time with his kids and grandkids. Jeff was preceded in death by his brother, David...

Aug 6, 2014

Joseph Hofmann Passed away peacefully at age 78 On August 6, 2014 Of complications from Lewy Body Disease. Joe was born in Wanda, MN to John and Mary Hofmann. He graduated from Lamberton High School in 1954 and served his country in the US Army. He was a Life Member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers #152339...

Aug 3, 2014

TENTIS, JR. Leo John Formerly of White Bear Lake, MN & Mandan, ND Age 62 of Blaine. Passed away on August 3, 2014 after a courageous battle with heart disease and complications from cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Lorraine and Leo, Sr. and brother, Steve. Survived by children, Jody (Andy) Martin, Taylor (Kali B.) Boston, Tara (Rick L.) Boston...

Jul 29, 2014

GERALD DWIGHT JENSEN Age 85 of St. Paul August 28, 1928 to July 29, 2014 Preceded in death by his parents, Dwight and Edna; and brother-in-laws, Don Gebhard and Warren Seivert. Survived by his beloved wife of 47 years, Arlene; sister, Helen Lucille Gebhard and her children, Jean, Roger (Lori), Richard (Ann), David (Paula), Doug, Jim and Christine Gebhard; sister-in-law,...

Jul 26, 2014

HALL (nee Mlecoch) Cecilia B. Passed away peacefully Surrounded by her loving family On July 26, 2014 at age 92. Preceded in death by her loving husband, Robert R. Hall; children, Julie Fahey and Michael Hall; and four siblings. Survived by children, Robert (Linda Schwendig), Tim (Sandy) and Laure (Jim) Hallamek; loving sister to Pat (Gary) Rudiger; also survived by...

Jul 26, 2014

BERNARD KOBILKA Age 96 of St. Paul Master Machinist, Woodworker Preceded in death by wife, Polly. Survived by son, Jeff (Holly); brothers, Ed and Jim; sisters, Joanne and Lorraine. Gathering of friends and family from 10AM-12PM on Thursday, July 31, 2014 at Mueller Memorial, 835 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul. Interment to follow at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Jul 24, 2014

ROSE M. SCHWIETZ Age 89 of White Bear Lake November 11, 1924 to July 24, 2013 Rose passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Joseph E. Schwietz Sr.; her parents, Val & Mary Thomas; her sisters, Jewel Parsons, Val (Sis) Parranto. Rose is survived by beloved companion,...

Jul 23, 2014

Douglas Ames “Doug” Koebnick Age 56 of White Bear Lake “Live, Laugh, Love” Passed away on July 23, 2014. On June 12, 1958, Doug was born in Minneapolis to Michael and Jacqueline Koebnick. Doug was a free spirit who lived, laughed and loved life to the fullest. He lived for the enjoyment of summertime on White Bear Lake, spending endless...

Jul 21, 2014

ARTHUR MAHNKE, JR. Age 84 of Maplewood Korean War Veteran Preceded in death by parents, Arthur Sr. and Marie; sister, Edna; and grandchild, Donald. Will be dearly missed by his loving wife of 62 years, Rosemary (nee Crea); children, Jean Brooks and Deborah Mewhorter; grandchildren, Jacqueline (Jason), Anthony and John; great-grandchild, Sailor Rose; brothers, Harvey (Shirley) and Kenneth (Wanda); sister,...

Jul 21, 2014

Frances Geraldine “Gerry” Higgins Passed away peacefully At age 96 on 7/21/2014 Preceded in death by parents, Thomas and Kathryn Higgins; and sisters, Mildred (Jim) Connolly and Alice (Bill) Wraith. Survived by brother, Thomas H. (Colleen) Higgins and 11 nieces and nephews. Gerry was a longtime employee of 3M and was in the US Navy Reserve. Visitation 9:30 AM with...

Jul 21, 2014

Frazer, Timothy Paul April 13, 1954-July 21, 2014 Died Suddenly by Stroke Preceded in death by parents, Vincent and Rita Frazer. Beloved companion of Carol Alders for 16 happy years; brother to Thomas (Patricia), Michael, Terrence (Kathleen), Maureen (Stephen) Hendrick, Mark (Hanifa), Terese (Warren) Van Hout, Tricia (Patrick) Carey, Martin (Lan) and Mary Ann (Dale) Mozey. Lucky, blessed uncle to...

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Jul 15, 2014

JOHN K. CONNOLLY Age 84 ~ Passed Away July 15, 2014 Proud Korean War Veteran John retired from Hamm's Brewery after 37.5 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, John V. and Rose Connolly; his granddaughter, Jodi; and his brother, Donald. John was the beloved husband and best friend of 62 years to Audrie; a dear father to...

Jul 13, 2014

Anthony A. Jambor “Tony” Age 75 DOD 07.13.2014 Preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Jacquie; parents, Anthony and Julia Jambor; and in-laws, John and Audrey McGuiggan. Survived by children, Julie Seery, Tony (Jenni) Jambor and Mary Beth (Paul Peltier) Jambor; grandchildren, Eric (Merrily), Greg, Andrew, Neal, Cameron and Carlos; and brother, Robert (Pat) Jambor. Thank you to...

Jul 12, 2014

ADELINE M. RANNIGER (nee Scharffbillig) Age 89 ~ Died on July 12, 2014 Preceded in death by husband of 59 years, Earl. Survived by daughters, Dorothy Edlund, Arlene (Robert) King and Patricia (Larry) Huiras; son, James; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial service 11:30AM on Friday, July 18, 2014 at Mueller Memorial, 835 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul with visitation beginning...

Jul 11, 2014

Frances Lucille Morelli (nee Palony) Age 92 of Maplewood, MN Passed away on July 11, 2014 Survived by children, James (Margo), George (Bernice) and Annette (Larry) Aust; brother, Peter (Mary) Palony; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by beloved husband, George “Butch” and seven brothers and sisters. Family and friends will gather for a time of remembrance from...

Jul 10, 2014

BRUCE EUGENE SMITH Age 69 Formerly of St. Paul Bruce passed away on July 10, 2014 with his family and loved ones by his side. Retired from Amtrak. Preceded in death by parents, Gerald and Lorraine; and brother, Gary. Will be dearly missed by his wife of 41 years, Linda (nee Reveling); daughter, Kaja (Brandon) Geary; grandsons, Aiden and Ciaran;...

Jul 9, 2014

Mark passed away too soon on July 9, 2014 from Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). He was a loving father, son, and brother and will be deeply missed. Survived by father, Jim Floyd; sister, Crystal Floyd; son, Del Floyd; and many friends. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the ARDS Foundation http://www.ardsusa.org.