Obituaries

Feb 7, 2018

Feb 6, 2018

Myron Harold Krecklau passed away from Influenza A and pneumonia on February 6, 2018, at the age of 81 at Banner Baywood Hospital in Mesa Arizona. A funeral Mass is planned for Saturday June 2, 2018 at St. Genevieve Parish Community Center at 6995 Centerville Rd, Centerville MN 55038. The funeral will be at 11:00 am with visitation beginning at...

Feb 3, 2018

Patricia “Patti” Janssen Age 70 Passed away February 3, 2018 Patti loved fun, flowers, bright colors and jewelry. She is preceded in death by the love of her life, Doug Axberg; and her parents, Margaret "Ming" (nee Cumming) and Robert Hines, and brother-in-law Jerry Madvig. Patti is survived by her son, Rob; her sisters, Kathie Madvig and Peggy (Steven) Kipka;...

Feb 2, 2018

LaVerne Marjorie Schifsky Member: American Legion North Volunteer: Ramsey 500th Lions Club LaVerne Marjorie Markgraf (nee Schifsky) was born April 2, 1930 at St. John’s Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota by parent’s Elsie Verna Trost (nee Markgraf) and Arthur Ferdinand Markgraf. As a child she played basketball, softball, and played piano when she could. Her family grew up on a...

Feb 1, 2018

Semlak (nee Tobias) Margie Carol “Marge” Beloved Mom & Nana Age 76 of Oakdale formerly of St. Paul Preceded in death by husband Tom; parents Albert & Bertha and sister Elaine Boardman. Survived by children Cori (Kevin) Schuyler, Terri (Mark) Meis, Jim (Lisa Beth) and Craig (Lisa Marie); grandchildren Lauren (Jay) Wilkinson, Dan & Donny Schuyler; Brad, Jake, and Kacey...

Jan 31, 2018

Klinger, Dorothy A. “Pat” Age 82 Of Woodbury Preceded in death by parents and brothers Melvin & Bruce Okeson. Survived by husband Bob; daughter Paulette; sisters Deloris & Lois; brothers Delmer & Alfred; many nieces & nephews. Service Tuesday (February 6) at 11:00 am at FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH, 463 Maria Avenue with visitation starting at 10 am. Interment Newport Cemetery....

Jan 31, 2018

ROHLEDER (nee Stenger) Mary Ann “Mitzie” Beloved Wife, Mother, and Grammy Mitzie passed away suddenly on January 31 at age 79. Preceded in death by her parents, adoring husband, Kenneth James, son, James, and brother, John. Survived by her children, Anne (Randy), Tom (Mary), John (Wendy), Dave (Liz), Dan, Steve, and Kate (David), her brother, Robert (Mary Ann), and 15...

Jan 29, 2018

Harold R. Kenow was born in Faribault, MN on June 4, 1931, the oldest of four children born to Harold F. And Louise Kenow. He received his elementary education at Trinity Lutheran School in Faribault and graduated from Faribault High School in 1949. In high school he lettered in football and wrestling and served as President of the Student Council....

Jan 27, 2018

Weingartner, Ken Riding in Peace as of 1-27-18 Age 56 of Oakdale He is survived by his wife Joyce and son Ricky. His siblings: Carol (Mike) Rumple of Cottage Grove, MN, Don of Waldport, OR & Rich (Cheri) of Birchwood, WI. Also by his in-laws Peg (Francis), Barb, Jack (Marcia). He is preceded in death by his parents Dick &...

Jan 26, 2018

James Jerome O’Brien Jim was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on August 18, 1934. He was the only child to Margaret (nee Hirmer) and James O’Brien. He graduated from Johnson High School in 1952. He eventually went to work for Schanno Trucking Company in their sales department then he became the national director of sales with Koch Trucking Company, where...

Jan 23, 2018

Dodge Ann Beloved Caregiver 12/27/1954 ~ 1-23-2018 Preceded in death by daughter Dierdre and mom Ella. Survived by husband Bob; four children; five grandchildren; brothers and sisters. Service Monday, February 5 at 11:00 am at GRACE PLACE, 1545 Dieter with visitation starting at 10 am. Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery

Jan 23, 2018

Olson Willard B. “Bill” Age 83 of Vadnais Heights Passed away on January 23, 2018 Bill served as amphibious recon for the Marine Corps for 3 years. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Dick and Tom. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Joan; his 4 sons, Ron (Linda), Mike (Jean), Todd (Cris), Rick (Kelly);...

Jan 23, 2018

Mitchell M. Rieken Mitchell was born in Renova, Minnesota on May 5, 1931, one of fourteen children to Kate (nee Weibrand) and Mike Rieken. He grew up in the same town as Audrey DeSart and they attended Elkton High School together. Mitchel was older than Audrey and they were married on July 19, 1952, after she graduated from high school....

Jan 22, 2018

Peter Louis DeZurik Pete was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on July 17, 1946. He was the son of Rose DeZurik (nee Davich) and Louis DeZurik. He graduated from Johnson High School and enlisted in the United States Army. Upon his honorable discharge, he returned to the Twin Cities. While at a dance at Flaherty’s, he met the love of...

Jan 18, 2018

Ruth Ann (nee Bickford) McKenzie Age 86 of St. Paul’s Eastside Passed Away on January 18, 2018 Ruth was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on September 24, 1931. She was the daughter of Caroline (nee Baier) and John Bickford. She graduated from Mechanic Arts High School in St. Paul. She dedicated her life to being a great mom to her...

Jan 18, 2018

“Barbara Joan Henninger” (Anderson) - of Saint Paul MN passed away on January 18, 2018 peacefully surrounded by family members in St John’s hospital in Maplewood. Beloved Wife (Rudolph C. Henninger, 1928-2008), Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother. She leaves behind 6 children: Michael C Henninger, Rudolph C Henninger (Arizona), Joanne L Norwood, Patricia L Schmitt, Kathleen M Kaufman, Diane S Borisof...

Jan 16, 2018

Chlebeck Erma Jane (nee Hurley) Age 70, of Shoreview, passed away January 16, 2018. Preceded in death by parents John and Rosina Hurley and son Tyler. Survived by daughter Teresa Larson, son John, grand-children Eleanor and Adeline and brother Patrick Hurley. Burial Thursday, January 25th 11:00 a.m. at St. John's Cemetery, 2621 McMenemy Street in Little Canada. A lunch will...

Jan 15, 2018

Bill Parker was deeply fascinated by Medieval history, but he was truly a Renaissance man. Born in Ohio in 1941 of French-Belgian descent he spent his life in search of knowledge, both classical and contemporary. A lifelong student of history who graduated University with honors, he became particularly passionate with three things: language, classical music and the life and times...

Jan 15, 2018

Layton Lester (Les) L. Jr. Formerly of Woodbury Passed Away January 15, 2018 in Florida, from the effects of a life-long battle with Type 1 diabetes. He was born February 20, 1947, in St. Paul, MN. Preceded in death by parents Lester and Frances (Russell) and sisters Mary and Patricia. Les is survived by his two children: Andrew (Jen) &...

Jan 14, 2018

"Heaven would never be heaven without you." -What Dreams May Come Ann Margaret Cummings -Age 89 Donald Blaine Cummings - Age 88 Of White Bear Lake, married for 64 years. Passed away peacefully on January 11, 2018 and January 14, 2018 respectively. Ann Margaret Cummings - a faith filled, Irish dancing, huge hearted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and...