Obituaries

Aug 7, 2019

Anna Mae “Ann” Bonin (nee Schenk) was born on July, 10, 1923 to Anna and Stephen Schenk in Philadelphia, PA. Ann was the first of the family to be born in the United States (a true first generation American). She moved with her family to Berkeley, MI and graduated from Shrine of the Little Flower High School. After High School,...

Aug 6, 2019

Aug 3, 2019

JABAS Duane L. Loving Dad, Grandpa, and Friend Age 76, of White Bear Lake, on August 3, 2019. Preceded in death by wife Kathleen “Kit”, parents Louis and Ethel, and brother Dennis. Survived by children Steve (Laura), Dave (Kristine), and Dawn (Trevor) Johnson; grandchildren Hannah and Caleb; brother Joe, and extended family. A member of the Knights of Columbus, he...

Jul 31, 2019

Eleanor Mary McSherry (nee Buechner) Age 101 “West side is the best side” Survived by her daughters, Colleen Carlson, Patricia Rangitsch and Joanie McSherry; and a very large, loving extended family. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM on Friday, August 23 at Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 1735 Kennard St., Maplewood, 55109. Visitation 1 hour prior to Mass. Burial at...

Jul 29, 2019

Louise L. Beckstrom Age 83 of White Bear Lake Loving Wife, Mother, Grandma and Great-Gramdma Louise was born on September 29, 1935 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Dolphis and Leah Cardinal. She is preceded in death by sisters Marie, Irene, Harriet and Mabel and her brother Elmer. Louise married the love of her life, John Beckstrom on October 6, 1956...

Jul 29, 2019

Virginia M. McGraw Age 82 Passed away July 29, 2019 Virginia was born in Willmar, Minnesota on August 22, 1936. She was one of 5 children of Margaret (nee Burns) and Virgil Olson. After graduating from Willmar High School, she attended Mankato State University where she earned a teaching degree. It was at Mankato where she met her future husband,...

Jul 29, 2019

Robert Mark Gunville died Monday, July 29, 2019 at the age of 91. He was born March 6, 1928 in Menominee, Michigan. He grew up in Duluth, where he made lifelong friends and developed a love of the outdoors. At the age of 19, Bob began an army tour of duty in Okinawa after World War II. His work with...

Jul 28, 2019

MARY LAVALLE November 17, 1908 – July 28, 2019 110 years, 254 days Mary was born November 17, 1908, the eighth of eleven children to Joseph and Magdelena Kostuch in Shakopee, MN. Eventually, the couple moved with their children to White Bear Lake where they began farming. As a teenager, Mary met Raymond LaValle from Centerville. Mary and Ray were...

Jul 27, 2019

Janelle Walsh, Age 51 of White Bear Lake passed away unexpectedly on Saturday July 27, 2019. Janelle was born August 7, 1967 to Jim Walski and Betty Walski (Ebertowski) and raised in Minto, North Dakota where she enjoyed sports, cheerleading and excelled in school. At a very early age Janelle began playing the piano for Mass at Sacred Heart Catholic...

Jul 26, 2019

Louis F. “Louie” Blair Age 97 Passed away peacefully on July 26, 2019. Louis was a Navy veteran who proudly served our country during WWII. He is preceded in death by his devoted and loving wife, Connie; siblings, Rose Catherine Vereen, George Blair, Virginia Robertson, and Michael Blair. He is survived by sister, Margaret Barrett; children, Richard (Carol), David (Eileen),...

Jul 26, 2019

Marion Toland Age 100 Passed peacefully on July 26, 2019. She is survived by sisters, Connie and Joanie; brother, Jim and many loving nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by husband Harold; brothers, Raymond, Robert and Richard, and sisters, Betty, Penny, and Kathleen. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Aug 1 at 10:30 AM at Little Sisters...

Jul 25, 2019

Mary Theresa Majeski Age 94 Died on July 25, 2019 Preceded in death by her husband, Jerome. Mary is survived by her children, Joyce (Pat) Hurley and Corrine (Gerry) O’Shea; grandchildren, Todd (Kim), Mike (Jodi), Cathleen (Kevin), Daniel (Angela), Brian (Jessica), Shannon (Joe), Keri (Dan), Colette (Josh), Chris (Diana), Kyle (Molly) and Cassie (Matt); 20 great-grandchildren. Special thank you to...

Jul 23, 2019

May, Lawrence (Larry) Age 85 of St. Paul Died July 23rd, 2019 Passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospital, St. Paul. Life-long East Sider and proud graduate of Cretin High School class of 1952. Preceded in death by parents Charles and Elizabeth; brother Eugene; sister Helen; Father- in- law Jack; Mother- in- Law Mary; Brothers- in- Law Paul and Bernie;...

Jul 22, 2019

Mitchell, Louis C. Survived by his 6 children, Sue Mitchell of White Bear Lake, Michele Burns of Maplewood, Melinda Mitchell of Stillwater, Michael Mitchell of Gilbert, AZ, Patrick Mitchell (Kelly) of Lino Lakes, and David Mitchell of Lino Lakes; 11 grandchildren, Derek (Stacey), Krista (Vadim), Kyle, Aaron, Rachel, Ryan, Dustin (Jenna), Courtney (Matt), Tyler, Nick, and Allie; & 6 great...

Jul 21, 2019

Mickelson, Judy Age 78 of White Bear Lake Survived by her husband of 60 years, Al “Mickey” and 3 children: Barry (Diane)of Andover; Drew & Denise both of White Bear. There are 3 grandchildren: Sara, Joshua & Andrew. 7 great grandchildren:Henry, Roy, Roper, Olivia, Reese, Fredrick & Lucy. Funeral Mass Friday (7-26) at 11 AM at St. Mary of the...

Jul 18, 2019

Jul 17, 2019

Mary Jo Gosselin Age 70 of Hugo, formerly of Eastside St. Paul Survived by her husband of 51 years, Gerald; her children, Lisa (John) Dupak of Blaine, Kevin (Linda) of Shady Shores, TX, Shawn (Laurie) of Circle Pines; grandchildren, Hannah, Grace, Natalie, Morgan and Madeline; siblings, Charles (Pauline) Chism of Minneapolis and sister, Jackie Quant of Apple Valley. She is...

Jul 17, 2019

Michael Joseph Malone Sr. Age 81 Of Eastside St. Paul Visitation 4-7PM on Monday, July 22 at Mueller Memorial, 835 Johnson Pkwy., St. Paul. Passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 17th. He was preceded in death by parents, Robert and Stella Malone Sr.; Brothers, Robert Jr (Phyllis), Tom (Florence) and baby brother, Terry; Godchild, Megan Malone; nephews and niece, Tommy...

Jul 16, 2019

Hawkins Joan Ann (Navara) Age 83 Of Saint Paul Beloved wife, mother & nana died on July 16, 2019 from non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Survived by husband Hugh; children JoAnn (Noel Gordanier) & Hugh (Ashley); grandchildren Jazmine, Zeke, Maya, Tristan & Jamie. Jo taught elementary school as a member of the School Sisters of Notre Dame for thirteen years, and later as...

Jul 15, 2019

Walter A. "Wally Yuker WWII Purple Heart Recipient Age 95 of St. Paul Preceded in death by wife, Delores. Survived by his loving family and friends. Memorial Service 11AM on Friday, August 23 at Grace Lutheran Church, 1730 Old Hudson Rd., St. Paul. Burial at Elmhurst Cemetery with military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the church are preferred.