Obituaries

Dec 11, 2018

Helen Dreis (nee Vincent) Our Beloved Mother – Age 97 Passed away December 11, 2018 Helen will be remembered for her wonderful smile, her great sense of fun and her generosity. She was always there to listen and lend a helping hand. Helen is survived by her daughters, Judy (Dan) Galba and Sandy (Susan) Dreis; grandsons, Michael (Margo) Galba and...

Dec 10, 2018

Janet Arlene (Peters) Anderson Janet was born on May 7th, 1955 to Celine and Warren Peters in Superior, WI. In 1976 she Married Robert (Bob) Anderson where they lived in Superior, WI until 2005. They lived in Webb Lake, Wisconsin for 11 years where they enjoyed weekends with family and the occasional fish fry. In 2017, they moved to Hugo...

Dec 10, 2018

Gonshorowski Berke Arcule “Arky” Age 84 Of St. Paul Passed away after a short illness on December 10, 2018. Preceded in death by wife Linda, parents Richard & Amelia and brother Joe. Survived by sons Troy (Rosemary) Berke and David (Donna) Berke; 11 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; special cousin Marie Lovaas; many nieces, nephews and friends. Service Saturday (December 15)...

Dec 9, 2018

Arthur J. Schroepfer Retired MTC and Jefferson bus driver. Passed away peacefully on December 9th at the age of 89. Art is survived by his siblings, Mary Lynch, Tom and Roger (Karen); niece, Denise (Dana) Richie; nephew, Steve McNaughton; special friends and neighbors, Paul (Leah Boomgaarden) Conklin; many other nieces, nephews, family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 12PM on...

Dec 9, 2018

Liljedahl Melinda Age 68 Of St. Paul Passed away on December 9, 2018. Preceded in death by husband Gordon; parents Norman & Jeanette Olson and brother Alfred. Survived by daughters Jennette & Jessica; grandchildren Joseph, Jared, Jazmine & Jade; siblings Norman Olson (Mary), Diane McGinnis (Joe), Richard Olson (Kristen) and Nancy Olson (Steven Morrison) and many nieces & nephews. Longtime...

Dec 3, 2018

Egan Mark Kevin Age 57 Of Cottage Grove Beloved husband, dad, papa and son went to be with his Lord on December 3, 2018. Preceded in death by wife Rosann & father Joseph. Survived by wife Molly (nee Moriarty); children Matthew (Elizabeth), Jessica Casalenda (Tony), Erica, Andrea, Alicia Elliott (Zach), Cassandra Dvorak (Matt), Tara and Leah; grandchildren Ali, Bella, Gavin,...

Dec 3, 2018

SANCHEZ (nee PAAR) Cindy Passed away unexpectedly at the age of 66 Preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Elaine and her brother, Greg. Cindy is survived by her special friend, Pat McKusky; brothers, Don, Doug (Jackie), and Jeff (Gina); many nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Memorial Service 11AM on Monday, December 10 at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 835...

Dec 3, 2018

MERCADO Gregory S. Age 66 – Retired police officer of East St. Paul Preceded in death by his infant daughter, Amber; parents, Beverly and Casper; brother, Mike. Gregory is survived by his daughters, Brittany, Meghan and Olivia; step-daughter, Quinne; brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and many other family and friends. Memorial Service 4PM on Monday, December 10 at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 835...

Nov 28, 2018

Bemlott, Donald Preceded in death by wife Beverly, infant son Gregory and grandson James Dean.Survived by his children: Vance (Lisa); Vicki (Gary) Armstrong; Verille (Dean) Hanson & Virginia (Leo) Frascone. There are 10 grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Also by his sister Judy (John) Valento. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4 to 7 pm on...

Nov 26, 2018

LANNON Jerome “Jerry” Age 58 – Washington County Deputy Sheriff “Don’t shed tears of grief, shed tears of joy if you wish, because I’m far better off in the presence of my King of Kings, than I was here on earth.” Husband, father, papa, brother and “buddy” to all. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Josephine;...

Nov 26, 2018

Nov 25, 2018

Fahlin Patrick Age 50 of White Bear Lake Passed away November 25, 2018 Patrick’s Memorial Service will be at the same time as his mom’s service on Friday, November 30, 2018 at 2:00 pm at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 4738 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake with visitation one hour before the service. Preceded in death by his mom Mary Lou by...

Nov 25, 2018

SCHESSO LeRoy R. Age 77 of East St. Paul Passed away November 25th Preceded in death by his wife, Janice. LeRoy is survived by his children, Scott, Bret, Sonja (Bruce) Juchniewich, Holly (Dave) Richie, Garrett Schaar; 5 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Interment will be held at Concord Hill Cemetery in Lydia, MN.

Nov 24, 2018

Stelzig Joyce Elaine Loving mother, wife and sister preceded in death by husband Samuel, son Todd and her parents. Survived by children Kimberly and Scott (Mai Nyia); grandchildren Samuel, Benjamin, Michael, Twila and Ava; Sister JoAnn (Ted). She had a passion for her family and was involved in activities at Mount Oliver Lutheran Church. Donations can be given to the...

Nov 23, 2018

Obituary as published in Pioneer Press-Thursday November 29, 2018 Meyers John “Jack” Age 87 Of Maplewood Passed away on November 23, 2018. Retired after 32 years with NW Bell/At&T. Preceded in death by infant son John Francis. Survived by wife of 64 plus years, Addie (nee Koehnen); children AnnMarie Spinner (Roger), Michael (Deb) and Paul (Amy); grandchildren Nicholas Spinner, Jeff...

Nov 22, 2018

Lorraine “Lolly” Wittnebel Loving Mom, Grandma Great Grandma & Sister Passed away on November 22, 2018 at the age of 87 years. Preceded in death by husband Bruce, daughter Julie and grandson Nick. Survived by children Mary Swanson (Jon), Larry (Janice), Gary (Jennifer) and Jeff (Sally); grandchildren Sarah, Lindsay (Interna), Kyle (Raquel), Blake (Kendra), Travis (Maia), Kady, Erin (Isaac) and...

Nov 22, 2018

Foley, Robert “Rob” Survived by his wife, Julie; 4 children, Jake, Bridget (Andy) Cwengros, Alexis, and Jordyn; and by his grandson, James Robert. There are 7 siblings, John (the late Amy), Brendan, Liam (Darcy), Mary (David) Nieve, Trish (John) Curley, Teresa (Jack) Fischler, Joan (Steve) Smith. Preceded in death by parents, John and Patricia. Service on Monday, Dec. 3rd at...

Nov 22, 2018

LeTourneau Jerre (nee Sweno) Age 67 Of White Bear Township Passed away suddenly on November 22, 2018. Preceded in death by parents Elvin & Marge Sweno and sister-in-law Colleen Sweno. Survived by husband of 39 years, Greg; siblings Dale Sweno, Tom Sweno and Judi Gerber; nieces, nephews, extended family and many very special friends. Her greatest joy in life was...

Nov 18, 2018

Leonard A. Shimota Age 91 of Hugo Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on November 18th. Len was an accomplished artist and musician. After serving our country in the Korean War, he came back to work as a designer at Dayton's for almost 40 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anna and his brother,...

Nov 18, 2018

Lake Charles “Chuck” Age 87 Of North Branch & Mesa, AZ Passed away on November 18, 2018. Preceded in death by wife Shirley; son Chuck Jr. & twin sisters Eiline & Arline. Survived by fiancée and beloved companion Florence Rassett; children Terrance, Connie Arcand (Tom); daughter-in-law Therese Lake; Florence’s children Susan Cooley, Annette Chilton, Tom Rassett (Terri Jackson), Larry Rassett...