Obituaries

Feb 13, 2019

Roy G. Lewellen Lifetime resident of White Bear Lake Passed away in his sleep of liver cancer on Feb 13, 2019. Preceded in death by his parents, Dewey & Maude Lewellen, brothers Don & Ralph Lewellen, sister Charlene Kor. Survived by his three children Tom Lewellen, Katy Lewellen Vanada (Todd) & Amy Lewellen-Contreras, 6 grandchildren (Josh, Lexie, Jonah, Marcos, Carlos,...

Feb 10, 2019

Roland was born on the family farm in Langbank, Saskatchewan on April 9, 1932 to Camille and Rose (née Filteau) Dumonceaux. On February 10, 2019 he passed away peacefully with family by his side at Southdale Hospital. Roland attended school in a one-room school house until the age of nine. Wishing for a better life and education, his parents sent...

Feb 9, 2019

Feb 8, 2019

Latterell, Carol Ann of White Bear Lake, MN passed away February 8, 2019 at the age of 77 years old. Preceded in death by mother Marcella David, father Phillip Fouquette, three brothers, one sister and beloved husband Jerome(Jerry) Latterell. Survived by children: Wayne (Phyllis), Roger (Janet), Mary, Donald, Theresa (Rich) DeFlorian, Sally (Tom) Mazacek & Matthew, 12 grandchildren, 2 great...

Feb 7, 2019

Sharon J. Karlinski (nee Kantorski) Age 75 - Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 7th. Preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Alice Kantorski. Sharon is survived by her children, Marlene (Rick) Smith, David (Stephanie) and Karen; grandchildren, Abbey and Kevin; and her feline friend, Suzie. Memorial Service to be held at a later date.

Feb 7, 2019

BLOMGREN Gertrude Age 95 Passed away February 7, 2019 WW II Navy veteran. Preceded in death by Vernon, husband of 75 years, parents Melita and Julius Deckert, brother Reinholt, sisters Linda (Clem) Dolfay, Elsie (Frank) Ubel, Erna (Harold) Market and Norma (Jerome) Sadowski, grandson Christopher John Woolley. Survived by daughters Kathy (Roman) Meyer, Debbie Killeen, son James (Deanna), two grandchildren,...

Feb 6, 2019

Xia Cha (Charles) Yang Born on February 20 ,1973 in Laos to Sua Thao Yang and Chong Yee Yang. He is survived by his beautiful wife Shoua, his precious children, daughters Lyly, Pa Choua, Rose, and his son Leland. He had 14 siblings in total, four brothers and five sisters and two half brothers and three half sisters. Charles’ brothers...

Feb 5, 2019

Fratto Jim (Richard James) Age 69 Of Woodbury Died unexpectedly on February 5, 2019. Preceded in death by parents Frank & Virginia. Survived by siblings Mike (Jenifer Jirele), Dan, Jo Domokos (Glenn), Mary, Marge Sandberg (Joe), Louise, Linda DeZelar (Philip), David (Dianna) & Phillip (Maria); many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Monday (February...

Feb 4, 2019

Susan T. Moyer, 65, passed away February 4, 2019, after a nine-year battle with ovarian cancer. She fought that disease with the same passion and exuberance that she extended to all aspects of her life. She met her husband of 44 years, Paul E Moyer, at the University of Minnesota where they were both students. Paul was enchanted by her...

Feb 1, 2019

George B. Benz Age 79 Benz, George Bremer born on January 14, 1940, to George William and Louise Bremer Benz, in St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on February 1, 2019 in St. Paul. He was a descendant of the Hamm’s Brewing, the Jacob Schmidt Brewing and Bremer Bank families. George was a graduate of The St. Paul Academy and Summit...

Jan 30, 2019

Steffan Nicholas M. Beloved Father, Grandfather Great Grandfather & Brother Age 86 of St. Paul. Passed away on January 30, 2019. Preceded in death by wife Mary Lou; son Richard; siblings Marie, Caroline, Lugarda, Paul, Michael, Thomas & Peter. Survived by children Robert (Pamela) and Teresa; grandchildren Amy, Maria, Michael & Caprice; great grandchildren Jonathan, Daren, Gianna & Brooklyn; sisters...

Jan 27, 2019

Preceded in death by his parents, William and Eleanor; father-in-law, Norman Thompson; brother-in-law, Rick Thompson. John is survived by his loving wife, Sheri; his children, Christopher (Allison), Bradley, and Katie (Luke) Albers; grandchildren, William Wood, Lola and Leo Albers. Thank you for celebrating John’s life with us. John Wood, 64, resided in Hugo. He grew up in Evansville, WI and...

Jan 26, 2019

Wayne Glenn Hopkins Wayne was born in Duluth, Minnesota on February 7, 1945. He graduated from Benson High School, Omaha, NE, and obtained his teaching degree from Wayne State College, Wayne, NE. He met the love of his life, Connie Sue Rees, in Norfolk, NE, and married her January 8, 1966. He moved his growing family to Minnesota and became...

Jan 25, 2019

Morris, David J. “Dave” Beloved son, brother & Uncle After a long illness at the age of 51. Survived by parents, Rhoda & Gene; his sister Laura (Bill) Boudreau a nephew Evan, nieces Avery and Brynn and Uncles, Aunts and Cousins.Funeral service THURSDAY at 11 am at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 674 Johnson Pkwy, St Paul, with visitation 1 hour...

Jan 23, 2019

Henry “Hank” W. Sperl WWII Veteran-Age 92 Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather Preceded in death by wife Muriel; parents John V. and Helen; sisters Mary and Helen (Sister Mary John). Survived by children; Candy (Rick) Waldemar, Carla (Matthew) Stafford, Chris (Steve) Waddell, Steve (Cindy), Phil (Jackie); 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother John (Mary Jane) and many other relatives and friends. Mass...

Jan 23, 2019

LIfestory: Jeff was born in Melrose, Minnesota and spent most of his childhood in nearby Freeport. He enjoyed playing with his siblings (aka fighting), fishing, hunting, and spending time on his grandfather’s nearby farm. Jeff always did well in school, and as a high school student he was a part of the wrestling team and played drums. Jeff met Judy...

Jan 22, 2019

Elizabeth “Beth” Larson Very Loving Daughter. Ultimate Big Sister. Cheerful Aunt and Great Aunt. Adoring Grandma: known as Grandma, Grandma Beth and Umma. Best. Mom. Ever. Supportive, Patient and Loving Wife. Beth was born on February 12th, 1953 in Denver, Colorado to Betty and Cyrill Serwe. She was the first daughter and second oldest of 11 children. Her younger siblings...

Jan 21, 2019

Patricia Switzer, age 79, White Bear Lake, Minnesota passed away on Monday January 21, 2019, at her daughter Beth’s home in Dakota, Minnesota after losing her struggle with Alzheimer’s. Pat was born 9 October 1939 in Grafton, North Dakota. Daughter to Edward Misialek and Margaret (Gen) O’Sullivan. She grew up and attended school in Crystal, Niche and Grafton, North Dakota....

Jan 20, 2019

Donald G. Simonson Age 61 Passed away on January 20th Preceded in death by his parents, Gale Simonson and Donna DuBé. Don is survived by his loving wife, Jacki; his son, Nathan; his siblings, Daniel (Zona), Debra Brace, David (Sherry); his in-laws Jack and Joyce Miller, Katy (Steve), Deb (John), Terri (Bob), Mike (Teresa), Karen, Steve (Jolene); and many nieces,...

Jan 19, 2019

Sarah Jean Ready Age 80 Passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday January 19th. She was born December 14, 1938, the 3rd of nine children, to Robert C. and Idell Groves in Columbia, South Carolina. The family moved to Kingsport, Tennessee and eventually to Tampa, Florida. On January 5, 1963 she married Harold "Ted" Ready in St. Paul,...