Obituaries

Jul 29, 2020

Joan Marianne Tessier (nee Palmquist) With profound sadness we announce the passing of our Joan, our loving and devoted mother and friend to all whose lives she touched, on July 29, 2020. She left us unexpectedly at St. John’s Hospital in Maplewood. She was in her 87th year. Joan was born in West Roxbury, Mass. to Ann and Elvel Palmquist....

Jul 28, 2020

Dawn Dorothy Doring Melcher August 21, 1943 – July 28, 2020 Born into a farm family in Mankato, Minnesota on August 21, 1943, Dawn was never bored. She worked on the farm, helped raise her three younger brothers, loved school, and was involved in 4H and church activities. Education was important to Dawn. She attended Mankato State, where she met...

Jul 26, 2020

Gail Delores Frost (Erickson), 86, of Hopkins, MN passed away on July 26th 2020. Born to Joel & Bertha Erickson of Beltrami, MN. Preceded in death by parents, husband Lennea Frost, son Joseph Frost, daughters Anita (Paul) Betley, Ruth (Geoff) Forsburg, and brother James Erickson. Survived by sister Jane (George) Bork and children Bev Jensen, Leo (Sandy) Frost, Connie Huard,...

Jul 26, 2020

Mercer Joseph Richter was born 9-25-1936 in Emmetsburg Iowa and he passed away peacefully in his home on 7-26-2020 in White Bear Lake. He is survived by his wife Nancy Richter of 57 years, their 3 daughters Michele Richter, Susan Richter-Nodler, and Kari Richter. As well as his 5 grandchildren Michael Richter, Kailey Richter-Moore, Sam Nodler, Jack Nodler, and Mya...

Jul 25, 2020

Alice Marie Anderson 98, of Mahtomedi, MN died peacefully on July 25, 2020. Alice was born to the late Nels and Selma Lennartson on January 13,1922 in St. Paul, MN. She was preceded in death by her husband Raymond, granddaughter Leah and brother John "Jack". She is survived by her 3 children, Catherine, Gregory (Mary Kaye), Philip (Brenda); grandchildren William,...

Jul 24, 2020

Patricia Ann Hurrle (Deibele) age 90 passed away peacefully on 07/24/2020. Pat was the daughter of Joseph J. & Vera (Strolke) Deibele born on August 19, 1929 in New Ulm, MN. The family moved to Sleepy Eye, MN where she graduated from St. Mary's School. She worked at a local drug store until she met Paul Hurrle who she married...

Jul 22, 2020

Sam J. Tratechaud, 44, of White Bear Lake passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 22, 2020. He was preceded in death by grandparents Walter J. and Alta Moe. He is survived by mother, Shirley Tratechaud of Superior, WI; brother, Peter Tratechaud (Shona) of West Allis, WI; and father, Edward Tratechaud of Wascott, WI. He grew up in Superior, WI and...

Jul 20, 2020

Jul 20, 2020

Michael Patrick “Dusty” Ouradnik, 61, of the “Rockin East Side” St. Paul passed peacefully at home on Monday, July 20, 2020. He was born on December 9, 1958. On December 9 of 1980, he married his loving wife of almost 40 years, Bonita Baker. He was a master of motor repairs. He is survived by his wife, Bonita (Baker) Ouradnik;...

Jul 14, 2020

Cecil Fay Jolly Age 98 of Vadnais Heights Passed away on July 14th. A private, family service will take place with a Celebration of Life being planned for the future.

Jul 14, 2020

Hoppe William C. “Bill” Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa & Great Grandpa Passed away on July 14, 2020 at the age of 80 years, after a long struggle with PSP. Preceded in death by parents Bud & Lena Hoppe; siblings Gary Hoppe, Doug Hoppe and Colleen Perrizo. Survived by wife of 58 years, Sally (nee Weber); children Cheri Johnson (Mike), Greg...

Jul 13, 2020

Hemmingson, Dawn “Candy” Passed away on July 13, 2020 at her home. She was born on November 23, 1946 in St. Paul, MN and graduated from Monroe High School in 1964. She worked in healthcare primarily at Woodbury Care Center and Good Shepherd Care Center. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard and her parents Arthur and Elaine...

Jul 12, 2020

Merton Lee Bartsch was born Thursday, October 30, 1930 to Mr. & Mrs. Emil R. Bartsch of Rapidan, Minnesota. He grew up and attended grade and high school in Rapidan, Minnesota graduating in 1948. He attended Mankato State Teachers College from 1948 to 1950. In 1950 he transferred to the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, where he graduated in 1953...

Jul 11, 2020

Lois A. Cihlar, 83, passed away Saturday July 11, 2020 she fought a good fight with brain cancer. She passed away at home peacefully with loved ones surrounding her. Lois was born in Olivia, MN on November 29, 1936. She was very loving and generous and was always keeping her hands busy. She never sat still for very long she...

Jul 10, 2020

MaryAnn “Misha” DeRosa, 75, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, July 10, 2020. She was preceded in death by her son, Frank Joseph DeRosa; parents, Loretta and Joseph Kost; and many brothers. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Richard; son, John (Jillian); grandchildren, Ashleigh, Vincenzo, Annmarie, Dominick, Lillia, and Frank; great...

Jul 9, 2020

Dorothy E. Pretzki, 93 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9th, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Stanley & Anna Pretzki; sisters, Florence (Phillip) Kennedy and Dolores (Joseph) Schmitz; and nephew-in-law, Robert Trusler. Survived by nieces and nephews, Doug (Lynn) Kennedy, Robert (Mary Ryan) Schmitz, Jane (Paul Larson) Kennedy, John Schmitz, Jim (Diane) Schmitz,...

Jul 6, 2020

Schacker, James C. Age 93, of North Oaks, Minnesota and Naples, Florida. Passed away July 6, 2020. He is preceded in death by his parents, Christian Henry Schacker and Mary Baylor Schacker and sisters, Sarah Jane Walker and Mary Louise O’Neil. He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Mary E. Schacker and his three children, Gregory J. Schacker...

Jul 6, 2020

Richard H. Dolan, 89, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 6, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marion; parents, Everette and Anna; and brother, Lawrence. He is survived by his children, Adele Dolan, Joan (Greg) TaBelle, and Mark Dolan; grandchildren, Lance Dolan, Steven Fishbeck, Ross and Eric TaBelle; and great granddaughter, Janessa TaBelle. After...

Jul 5, 2020

Samuel "Sam" J. Emerson, age 82, of White Bear Lake. Born on June 26, 1938 to Sam and Leona(Praschak) Emerson. Died on July 5, 2020 in White Bear Lake. Preceded in death by his parents, Sam & Leona; sister Margaret; and son Sam Jr. He is survived by his wife, Jo; 3 children; Dawn (Larry) Giese, Jeff & Barry (Julie)...

Jul 4, 2020

Jean Ann (Barclay) Hammar, 79, of St. Paul passed away in New Ulm, July 4, 2020 from natural causes. She was born to the late James and E. Alice Barclay December 8, 1940 in West Liberty, Iowa. She graduated valedictorian of West Liberty High School and received a BA in Home Economics from Iowa State University in 1963. She married...