Obituaries

Jan 17, 2012

Shafer, Carlyle “Duke” Beloved Husband, Father And Grandpa Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 17, 2012 at his home. 38 year member of the local 49ers. Preceded in death by sons, Daniel, Eric & Joseph. Survived by wife of 29 years, Shannon; children, Dawn (Paul) Schwantes, Duke Shafer, Krista Shafer, André Shafer, Denise (Joel) Klevin, Deanna (Terry) Meyers,...

Jan 17, 2012

Wright, Corinne J. “Corny” Age 86 of Roseville Formerly of St. Paul Reunited with the love of her life; husband Bob, on their 65th Anniversary and her infant daughter, Margaret Mary. She is survived by 4 children: Michael (Mary) Wright of Crested Butte, CO; Betsy Wiggins of St. Paul; Theresa (Bruce) Cartier of Apple Valley and Cindy (Craig) Collett of...

Jan 16, 2012

Riley, Dorothy “Dottie” Nee Williams Beloved Wife, Mother, Nana Dorothy (“Dottie”) Mae Riley, 84, born in Minneapolis, was called home to be with Our Lord on January 16. Preceded in death by father, Earl Williams; mother, Myrtle; and brother, Melvin. Survived by loving husband, sportswriter, Don Riley; daughters, Sheila Riley Becker (John), Shannon Riley (Joe Genereux); and by grandchildren, Riley...

Jan 11, 2012

Bergman, Florence M. Loving Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma – Age 97 Preceded in death by her husband, Howard; parents; and a brother. Survived by two children, John (Joan) Bergman, Joann (Rich) Smith; grandchildren, Marc (Tracie), Michelle, Kristin (Dustin), Jeff (Mary); and by great-grandchildren, Madeline, Tyler, Carlin, and Cody. Florence had a strong faith, a lively sense of humor and a loving...

Jan 11, 2012

Myers, James “Jimmy” Beloved Brother Age 65 of St. Paul Passed away on January 11, 2012. Preceded in death by mother, Matilda M. Myers and brother-in-law, Michael Luebstorf. Survived by sister, Sharon Luebstorf. No services will be held. Private interment Oakland Cemetery.

Jan 8, 2012

O’Rourke, Helen Mae Loving and Devoted Mother and Grandmother, Age 87 Died peacefully on 1/8/12 with family at her side. Helen was born to Sherman and Edith Latourelle on 3/19/24 in Mapleton, MN. She was preceded in death by loving husband, Cyril. She is survived by 7 children, Kathleen (John) Adams, Bonnie (Scott) Foster, Daniel O’Rourke, Julie (John) Appert, Peggy...

Jan 8, 2012

Tarara, Frank Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great-Grandfather Passed away on January 8, 2012. Former Postal Employee. Survived by wife of 58 years, Jane; children, Cheryl (David) Rydeen, Stephen (Agnes) Tarara, Thomas (Mary) Tarara, Denise (Greg) Bargrain, James (Paige) Tarara; 13 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Leafgren, Annette (James) Conrad; and by faithful companion, Nikki. Mass of Christian Burial will...

Jan 8, 2012

Collier, Ralph Age 84 of St. Paul Former Employee Water Dept. Survived by 9 children: Regina Stone, Maureen (Dave) Peterson, Patty Collier, Kathy (Dan) Lancette, Diane Olmstead, Margaret (Ed) Pederson, Mary Jo (Tim) McConaughey, Laurie Jean (Tom) Weyer, Troy Collier; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Gene (Nancy) Collier. Mass of Christian Burial WEDNESDAY at 2 PM at St. Casimir...

Jan 7, 2012

Carlson, Geraldine age 88, of Wayzata, passed away on Jan. 7, 2012. Beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Preceded in death by husband, Warren. Survived by sons, Michael (Susan), Jeffrey (Linda), and Kevin (Jonnie); 7 grandchildren & 5 great-grandchildren. Private interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Jan 7, 2012

Proulx, Herb Loving Father, Grandpa And Friend - Age 78 Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 7, 2012. Preceded in death by wife of 43 years, Jean Ann; daughter, Catherine; and son, Gary. Survived by five children, Cheryl Sward, Donna (Steve) Boldt, Stephen Proulx, Tom Proulx, Vicky (Jeffrey) VanOverberghe; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Yvonne (Gary) Miller; and...

Jan 6, 2012

Jan 6, 2012

Wind, Dolores C. Nee Koziol Age 87 of St. Paul Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 6, 2012 after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Preceded in death by parents, Frank B. & Pauline Koziol; sister, Sally; and brothers, Father Ted and Frank J. Dolores is survived by Carl, her devoted husband...

Jan 4, 2012

Luehring, Harvey H. World War II Vet Age 91 of St. Paul Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 4, 2012 at his home. Life member of the Roseville-Anderson Nelson VFW Post 7555. Survived by wife of 70 years, Maxine; children, Robert, Janet, Donald, Duane; and by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial Service 10:15 AM Wednesday, January 11 at...

Jan 3, 2012

Fearing, M. June Age 88 Of Mahtomedi Preceded in death by husband, D. David. Survived by children, D. Michael (Anne), Mary Jan (George) Johnson, Pam (Michael) Tanner and Nancy (Kevin) Lee; 16 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; brother, Dick (Janet) Hess; and other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday, 11 am at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church, 700...

Jan 3, 2012

Jan 2, 2012

Stai, Brenda Beloved Mother, Sister & Daughter – Age 49 Survived by mother, Delia Stai; brother, Marvin (Candy) Stai; sister, Vickie (Charles) Granat; son, Jeremy Hayhurst; and nieces, Tasha, Cortney and Sidney. Preceded in death by father, Marvin Sr.; and nephew, Benjamin Stai. Memorial Service 11 AM Thurs. January 5, 2012 at Mueller Memorial Funeral Home, 835 Johnson Pkwy, St....

Jan 2, 2012

Hanggi, John W. “Big John” Forever Young Preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Margaret; aunts, uncles, cousins, loved ones and treasured pets. Survived by his loving wife, Rose (nee Alvarez); children, Lisa and Jack; Grandpoopa to grandchildren, Samantha and Cole; brother, Jim (Barb); and numerous nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins and other family and friends that loved him...

Jan 1, 2012

Dec 31, 2011

Mullen, Martha Of Coon Rapids Formerly of Vadnais Heights Preceded in death by husband, Joe; and son, Duane. Survived by daughters, Loretta Lundstrom and Lu Knutson; 5 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; brother, Damian (Elaine) Mazeika of Mandan, ND; special nieces, relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday at 10 am at St. John’s Church of Little Canada, 380 Little Canada...

Dec 30, 2011

Steele, Mary Elaine Of White Bear Lake Mary was a very special person who will be remembered as gracious, kind and loving. She was born 3/31/29 in Wabasha, MN to Christine and William Stamschror. Prior to her marriage to James C. Steele in 1969, Mary was a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. During that time, she...