Obituaries

Dec 5, 2017

Schwietz, Bill Age 81 Beloved Husband & Dad Passed away peacefully on December 5, 2017 after a battle with Alzheimer’s. Survived by wife of 58 years Lorraine (Tucci); children Bill (Julie) and Lori Nielsen (Ron); grandchildren Dan (Anna), Crystal (Dan), Rose, Tom, Lauren, Aaron & Dana; great grandchildren Donovan, Evangeline & Isaac; brothers Jack (Mary), Gene (Gloria) and Jim. Bill...

Dec 4, 2017

Thomas Alfonse Carbone March 8, 1945 to December 4, 2017 Owner & Entrepreneur of Carbone’s Pizzeria Tom died while at home in Lake Havasu City, AZ . He was born in St. Paul, MN to Mario and Marcella Carbone. Tom graduated in 1963 and went to work for Boeing Corporation In Washington State before joining the family business in 1964....

Nov 30, 2017

Kestner, Martha Rose “Marty” age 94 Of St. Paul Died on November 30, 2017. Preceded in death by parents Joseph & Anna Kestner; sisters Mary, Veronica, Betty & Helen; brothers Joseph & Raymond and their spouses. Survived by sister Zita of St. Paul and nieces, nephews and friends. Retired after 30 of service with 3M. Memorial Mass, Monday, December 11th...

Nov 29, 2017

McQuiston Laurie Anne (Nelson) Age 61 Of Vadnais Heights Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 29, 2017. Beloved wife of 43 years, devoted mother, loving grandma and sister. Preceded in death by parents, Clarence and Marie Nelson; sisters, Mary Andrle and Sandra Brower. Survived by husband, John; children, Chris (Trudy), Cherri (Todd), Christina (John), Angel, Quinton and...

Nov 28, 2017

Passed away November 28, 2017 at the age of 60. Cathy is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Gloria Olson. She is survived by her sisters, Cynthia (Ron) DeCorsey and Charlene (Tom) Richardson; her brothers, Charles Jr., Clifford (Cindy) and Carl; and many nieces and nephews.

Nov 27, 2017

Patricia (Shields) Simonson Passed on November 27, 2017. preceded in death by parents, Phyllis and Barney Ball; brother, Doug Ball; best friend of 17 years, Greg Smith; former husband, Buz (George) Simonson. Survived by sister, Diane (Tom) McGuire; children, Kelly (Dave) Wegwerth, Shannon (Mike) Prendergast, Tracey (Dave Kline) Simonson; grandchildren, Alex, Carly (Collin), Cameron; great-grandchildren, Jace, Hailey.

Nov 27, 2017

Joan Marie Laine (nee Miller) Age 69 of Hugo Formerly of Maplewood Joan was born on September 9, 1948, one of two children to Evelyn (nee Kaivo) and Robert Miller. Her parents raised her and her brother in Superior, Wisconsin. After graduating from Superior High School, she went on to graduate from Wisconsin State University - Superior with a degree...

Nov 25, 2017

Gordon “Gordy” P. Bresnahan Passed away on November 25th at the age of 92. Lived in St. Paul. Gordy was born and raised in Hankinson, North Dakota. He later moved to St. Paul and was a longtime employee at Hamm's Brewery. He is survived by his 6 children, Lois (Michael) Christensen, Patrick (Christine) Bresnahan, Terry Bresnahan, Carol Nesheim, Beth (Mike)...

Nov 19, 2017

Bissonette, Edward J. Beloved Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa ~ Age 90 Passed away on November 19, 2017. Preceded in death by his wife Dorothy; parents; brothers Art & Bernard and sister Mary Lynn. Survived by children Theresa Pinotti, Annette Hilger (Michael), Lawrence (Susan), Loretta Norsten, Celia Champeau (Kevin), Phillip and Mitchell (Gretchen); 9 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 9 great great...

Nov 19, 2017

Ryan Christopher Fuith Our grief is not a sign of weakness. Nor is it a loss of faith. It is the price of love. Age 34, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Ryan was our beautiful Christmas gift from God, born on December 24, 1982. He is survived by his father and mother, Tom...

Nov 18, 2017

Stinson, Michael J. Beloved Son Age 65 Born March 29, 1952 and passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2017. Survived by his mother Mary Jo Gulden; brother Timothy Gulden and other relatives & friends. Longtime employee of Victory Parking Ramp. Prayer Service Monday (November 27) at 12 Noon at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 835 Johnson Parkway with visitation one hour before the...

Nov 16, 2017

Mark Francis Burger Age 65 of White Bear Lake, Formerly of North Branch Mark was born on the military base in Battle Creek, Michigan on November 26, 1951. He was one of three children to Geraldine (nee Simpson) and Gerald Burger. His family moved to Minnesota and he graduated from Central High School in St. Paul. While in school, he...

Nov 14, 2017

Berg, Robert Howard August 19, 1932 November 14, 2017 Forever young in spirit & mind, Bob left us on 11/14/2017. Lifelong Moundsview teacher & coach. Preceded in death by his parents and beloved son John. Survived by wife Susan; daughter Laura Garaffa (John); son Scott Baker (Shelly); daughter-in-law Dareth Berg; grandchildren Jennifer, Mallory, Gabriella, Taylor & Jordan; and delightful great...

Nov 14, 2017

Edna Delores Trahan (nee Janes) Edna was born in Columbia, Kentucky on June 8, 1934. She was one of four children to Ida (nee Huddleston) and Jimmie Janes. Her family moved to Chicago, Illinois where she met the love of her life, Earl “Bill” Trahan. The two were married in October of 1953 and moved to Minnesota. They raised their...

Nov 12, 2017

Robinette, Denis E. Age 62 Oct. 24, 1955 - Nov. 12, 2017 Preceded in death by parents James & Marcella. Survived by siblings Helen Robinette of Phoenix and Michael (Kim) of White Bear Township and many nieces & nephews. Memorial Service Friday (November 17) at 11:00 am at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 4738 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake with visitation one...

Nov 11, 2017

Jeanne Marie Anderson Age 57 of White Bear Lake Formerly of Blaine Jeanne passed away on November 11, 2017 after living with parotid gland cancer for the last two years. She was a dedicated first grade teacher at Lakeaires Elementary School for over 30 years. Jeanne was a lifetime learner and reader who loved the fine arts, nature, and her...

Nov 11, 2017

Nov 10, 2017

THIS IS A BRIEF STORY ABOUT RAY, PLEASE CHECK BACK IN THE COMING DAYS FOR THE LONGER AND MORE ACCURATE VERSION. Raymond John Landucci Age 93 of White Bear Lake Ray was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on April 24, 1924. He was the son of Julia (nee Romani) and Annibale (pronounced Ah-nee-bah-lay) Landucci. He attended Johnson High School and...

Nov 10, 2017

Nov 5, 2017

Fruncillo Arthur Christopher October 14, 1944 November 5, 2017 Art died gracefully and unafraid, surrounded by his loving family at home on November 5, 2017. He is survived by his wife Susie, children Gina, Angie and Michael (Rebecca), grandchildren Hannah, Emily, Jake, Arthur, Francesca, Raena, and Harm, his brother John (Cornelia), along with countless friends throughout his life and many...