Obituaries

Apr 13, 2018

Brian Basil Polasek was born October 5, 1961 as the son of Basil and Bernice Polasek. He grew up in Marshfield Wisconsin and was active in sports throughout his elementary, middle and high schools and excelled in Tennis throughout High School. Brian was active in Boy Scouts and earned his Eagle award at the age of 14 but didn’t stop...

Apr 12, 2018

Bartylla Darlene A. Beloved Mom, Grandma And Great Grandma Passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on April 12, 2018 at the age of 79 years. Preceded in death by her husband Donald Nelsen & son Michael Nelsen. Survived by children Kenneth (Julie) Nelsen, Theresa (Randy) Tchida, Heidi (Kenny) Bartylla & Wendy (Billy) Blaul; grandchildren Danielle, Sarah,...

Apr 10, 2018

LIFE STORY: Ralph Dennis Setterlund May 15, 1947 - April 10, 2018 Raised in Hankinson, ND, Ralph graduated from Hankinson High School in 1965. Ralph was a four sport athlete (Football, Basketball, Track, Baseball), and participated in the North Dakota State Track Meet in both his Junior and Senior years. He also played Cornet in the High School Band, often...

Apr 10, 2018

LIFE STORY John was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on January 24, 1938. He was one of five children born to Marcella (nee Albachten) and Roy Rueb. He grew up in the Selby-Dale neighborhood and attended Cathedral Grade School. He graduated from Cretin High School. He was a member of the Minnesota National Guard. Directly out of high school, he...

Apr 9, 2018

DONOVAN Daniel “Dan” Of St. Paul July 18, 1927 – April 9, 2018 Lifelong resident of the Eastside Dan passed away peacefully on April 9, 2018, after 5 years of cancer. Preceded in death by parents George & Mary; sister, Connie (Merlin) Krussell; and brother and sister-in-laws, Mary (Gene) Kelcher, Frank (Catherine) Ricci, Richard (Gladys) Richie, Bernice (Dick) Swanson, Carmel...

Apr 9, 2018

Apr 5, 2018

Blais, Jesse Daniel Beloved Son, Brother, Uncle Age 37 Unexpectedly passed away on April 5, 2018. Preceded in death by grandparents, Dan Blais, and Donald and Eldora Bertilson; infant brother, Joey; aunt, Darla Bertilson. Survived by parents, Joe “Jeb” and Cheryl Blais; Siblings, Jeb (Melissa) and their daughter Paisley, Jennifer (Shawn) Conners, and Jackie Blais; grandma, Evelyn Blais; and many...

Apr 2, 2018

Faffler Alice Elaine Age 85 Of St. Paul Alice went to be with the Lord April 2, 2018. She is preceded in death by parents John & Bertha and brothers Roy, Walter & Howard. She is survived by beloved sisters Irene Faffler & Jan (Paul) Mader; brother Larry Faffler; sisters-in-law Beverly & Ann Faffler. She will also be remembered by...

Apr 2, 2018

KARL MATTHEW RANUM Age 58 of Stillwater Passed away surrounded by family on April 2, 2018. Karl practiced law at The Ranum Law Offices in Stillwater for over 30 years. Following in his father Albert’s tradition, Karl was also the dedicated Scholarship Committee Secretary of the Tozer Foundation. Preceded in death by his father, Albert and his son, Emmett. Karl...

Apr 1, 2018

Senger, Larry Age 84 of Lake Elmo Survived by his loving wife Effie (Clark) and 3 children: Teri (Todd Horne) Senger of Forest Lake; Steve (Amy) Senger of Lake Elmo & Mike (Lynn) Senger of Oakdale. There are 5 grandchildren: Andy, Claire, Will, Hannah & Lindsay. Also survived by his sister Mary Ann Bojanowski of Utah, and nieces and nephews....

Mar 31, 2018

Madore Don (Donald) Avid golfer, jokester, wine connoisseur, loving husband, dad, grandpa and great grandpa Died unexpectedly on March 31, 2018. Don was a U of M Engineering graduate. He retired as the Director of Quality Control with MWCC/Met Council. Preceded in death by his parents Roy and Dorothy and siblings Sharon and Richard. Survived by his adoring wife of...

Mar 30, 2018

OBITUARY NOTICE (dates are pending) Margaret Ann Showalter (nee Kelly) Age 87 - Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, on March 30, 2018 Survived by her loving husband of almost 68 years, Leo Jr.; their children, Fred (Sonja), Linda (Todd) Andresen, Bob, Dan (Judy), Tom (Maureen), Lori (Gary) Williams, Pat (Janet), Matthew (Gee), Leo III (Jamie), and Jerry...

Mar 30, 2018

St. George, Rosemary Age 87 of St. Paul Preceded in death by husband Harland. Survived by her 6 children: Harland, Jr. “Jim” (Nalene); John (Linda); Karen Carter, Robert; Mary Erickson and Thomas. Also by 16 grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also by her siblings: Dorothy Thedin; Cheryl Richert, Dale & Chuck Demo. Funeral Service FRIDAY at 11am at MUELLER MEMORIAL –...

Mar 27, 2018

Judy M. Register Passed away peacefully, February 15, 1942 – March 27 2018 Preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Eleanor; sisters, Mary and Barbara; and by infant son, Robert Allen. Survived by her sister Fran; daughters, Sheryl and Sara (Rob) Cox; and her five grandchildren, Teionna, Nina, Delaney, Nicholas and Preston. Central High School (St.Paul) graduate, attended cosmetology...

Mar 27, 2018

Eric J. Larson Age 57 of Maplewood Born and raised in Willmar Preceded in death by his parents, Owen and Donna Larson. Eric is survived by his life partner of 26 years, James R. “Jim” Hayne; siblings, Christine (Lyle) Olson, Kathleen (Robert) Travis, Joel (Susan) Larson, Laurie Beltrand, John (Fiancé Connie Habicht) Larson; his extended Hayne family; his dog, Finnegan;...

Mar 27, 2018

Mar 24, 2018

Knapp Charles F. Age 97 Of White Bear Lake Preceded in death by wife Cornelia, son Charles T. and grandchildren Carolyn, Donald, Anna & Jacob. Survived by children Anne Capozza (Donald), Kathleen Kringlie (Arthur Myers), Kevin (Nikki), Beth Conrad (Tommy) and Dennis (Kari); daughter-in-law Lori Knapp; 14 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. Charles proudly served his country during WWII as...

Mar 21, 2018

Truskolaski Beverly A. Beloved Mom, Grandma Great Grandma & Sister Born on February 6, 1933 and passed away on March 21, 2018 at the age of 85 years. Preceded in death by husbands Casper, Eberhard & Raymond; son Michael; granddaughter Jennifer; brother Ernest; sister Marion and infant sister Delores. Survived by children Greg, Sandy (John), Bob (Kim), Chuck (Linda) and...

Mar 21, 2018

DELORES MARIE BAKER (nee CHARBONEAU) Delores was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on January 22, 1930. She was one of eight children to Ella (Tourville) and Joseph Charboneau. She married the love of her life, James Baker, on June 11, 1949. They went on to raise 3 children together in Roseville, MN. Delores passed away on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at...

Mar 21, 2018

SVOBODA Richard “Dick” Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Barbara “Bobbi”; his children, David (Lori), Karen (Mark) Ryan, Robin (Jeff) Savage, and Tracey (Ron) Cole; 9 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Dick was a proud veteran of the US Navy. He was a volunteer at the Dorothy Day Center...