Obituaries

Jun 14, 2018

Gunther Hans Dierssen passed away at the age of 92 on June 14, 2018 in his White Bear Lake home. Gunther, a veteran of World War II, came to the United States in 1956 from Denmark aboard the ocean liner Oslo Fjord with all his worldly possessions in just a few suitcases. He left this world with a wealth of...

Jun 13, 2018

Albert Frank Kasper Al worked in biomedical engineering and loved to fish, boat, and travel by train. His family was the center of his life. He passed away at his home in Hugo on June 13, 2018. He is preceded in death by his infant son, Chester Wade and he will be missed by his wife, Pamela; his children, Dustin,...

Jun 12, 2018

Nunez, Luz Beloved Wife, Mother Grandmother & Tia Passed away peacefully on June 12, 2018 at the age of 82 years. Preceded in death by parents Metodio & Guadalupe Alfaro; grandson Carlos Zoya and brothers Antonio, Jesus & Manuel. Survived by husband of 53 years, Carlos; children Juanita Zoya (Scott) and Laura Nunez; grandchildren Elizabeth & Lucita Zoya and Luis...

Jun 10, 2018

Life Story: Gloria Marie Klassen Gloria Marie (Paulson) Klassen was the first child of Garfield and Olive (Gillie) Paulson, born on August 29, 1934 at her grandparents’ home in Jackson, Minnesota. Her childhood was spent on the family farm in Bergen, helping her mother care for her seven siblings and treasuring her time at Hauges Lutheran Church. She attended area...

Jun 8, 2018

REGAN (nee Joyce) Jean A. Age 84 of North St. Paul Passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 8, 2018 in the presence of her loving family after a recent diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Marie Joyce (nee Garvey); sister, Joan (J.R.) French and their children, Missy, Steve and Mark. She is...

Jun 6, 2018

AS PUBLISHED IN THE PIONEER PRESS Jane Marie Scott (nee McNamara) Passed away peacefully on June 6, 2018, with her family by her side at age 97. Survived by children Randy (Lynn), Susan (Richard) Kramp, Mary "Gerry", Michael, and Timothy (Debra); and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM on Monday (6/11) at St. Jude of the Lake...

Jun 6, 2018

CAIRL Bonnie Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. Survived by her husband of 46 years, Butch; children, Toni, Jennifer (Kevin) Rivard, Andrea; grandchildren, Ashley, Nicholis, Devin, Nevaeh, Dominic, Deyvonn; sisters, Linda, Ann, Patti. Memorial Service 4PM on Thursday, June 14 at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 835 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul. Visitation 1 hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers,...

May 30, 2018

Matthew "Matt" Carl DeMike Matt was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on April 20, 1989. He was the son of Patti Jo and Roger Amundson and Nicholas Carl DeMike. He graduated from Tartan High School and went on to serve two years in the United States Army as a member of the Old Guard Unit at Arlington National Cemetery in...

May 29, 2018

PATTERSON John T. 11/28/1923 – 5/29/2018 Loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to many. Preceded in death by parents, Laura and John Patterson; son, DeWayne “Butch” Patterson; daughter, Juanita “Sis” Roberto; friend and former wife, Ruby; special friend, “Ellie”; sisters, Oleita Cook and Juanita Patterson; step brothers, Donald and Duane Jadwinski. John is survived by sons, Tom (Greta) Patterson,...

May 27, 2018

Harrington (Kemmer) Virginia M. Born August 4, 1924 and passed away on May 27, 2018. Preceded in death by husbands William Kemmer and Robert Harrington; brother Donald Sellers; and parents Harvey and Freda Sellers. Beloved mother of Janet Kemmer, Mark (Karen) Kemmer, and Patty (Rob) Porter. Grandmother of Timothy (Melissa) and Mark Jr (Irena). Great Grandmother of Meg, Ethan, Lois,...

May 27, 2018

Rasmussen Ardis C. Retired from United Hospital Age 82 Born on July 2, 1935 and died on May 27, 2018. Preceded in death by her parents Albert & Clara. Survived by her cousin Kathleen Sundall (Jerry) and her daughters Debra, Denise & Linda and their children; beloved friend Ruth Ann Eberle and many dear friends and extended family. Ardis was...

May 24, 2018

May 23, 2018

LIFE STORY Delores Veronica Kaping (nee Peterson) Delores was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on December 21, 1927. She was one of five children to Mary (nee Geiomel) and Joseph Peterson. She attended Monroe High School for many years before pursuing her cooking career. When she was 18 years old, she met a gentleman on leave from his service with...

May 21, 2018

SAILER Paul J. Preceded in death by wife, Marvel. Survived by son, Bill; grandson, Max; daughter-in-law, Sally. Burial will take place at 10AM on Thursday, May 24 at Calvary Cemetery, 753 Front Ave., St. Paul.

May 21, 2018

PELTIER Jerome “Jiggs” A. Ironworkers Local 512 July 10, 1931 – May 21, 2018 Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his wife, Diane; son, Rory; sons-in-law, Paul and Russ. He is survived by his children, Renee Peltier, Susan Groettum, Jerome Peltier; Grandchildren, Jennifer (Steve) Sbarbaro, Jerome (Krystal) Peltier III, Kristen Peltier, Stacy Groettum, Kelly Groettum;...

May 19, 2018

Marianne Doran (nee O’Hara) Age 90 of White Bear Lake Mother, Grandma, and Great-Grandma Marianne was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on June 5, 1927, the only child of Edna (nee Toomey) and John O’Hara. She worked for 3M for a few years as a secretary until she met the love of her life, Robert Doran. They were married at...

May 17, 2018

Molean Marilyn Alice Beloved Sister August 14, 1936 ~ May 17, 2018 Lifelong resident of St. Paul’s Eastside, she was born to Alice (Klausen) and Arthur Molean. After graduating from Harding High School, she took a clerical position for the Sate of MN, where she rose in her career to the position of State Sales Tax Examiner. Retirement after 47...

May 17, 2018

Finn Harold R. “Skip” Age 69, of Cass Lake, MN, died Thursday, May 17, 2018 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis. A memorial meal will be held 6:00 p.m., Monday, May 21, 2018, at Veterans Memorial Building, 6599 -69th Avenue NW, Cass Lake, MN. Skip was born on October 27, 1948, in Cass Lake, MN, the son...

May 16, 2018

Long Steve Age 49 Of Roseville Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 16, 2018 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Preceded in death by maternal grandparents John & Helen Reeves; paternal grandparents Edward & Clara Belle Long; father James M. Lewis and his dog Maximus. Survived by mother Janet Lewis; siblings Tony Long (Kim) and Krista...

May 16, 2018

Mary Clare Cummins Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 16th. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM on Friday, May 18th at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church, 700 Mahtomedi Ave., Mahtomedi. Visitation will take place 1 hour prior to the Mass at the church. A reception will be right after Mass. Burial will take place at Resurrection...