Lisa Jeanne Bartz
Feb 12, 2026
On Thursday, February 12th 2026, the Love of my Life, Best Mom in the world and my Best Friend got her promotion to Heaven. Lisa “Bunny” Bartz is now with the Lord along with our family and friends who have gone before and we’re sure she’s making mass quantities of food for everyone in Heaven. Our girl loved Jesus so...
Sharon Kathleen Brennan
Mar 5, 2026
Brennan, Sharon K. age 79 of Isanti, passed away on March 5, 2026 surrounded by angels.
Sharon led a life of dedicated service in education and volunteer ministry at St. Margaret’s Academy, St. Agnes High School, Holy Childhood school and parish, Transfiguration church and school, and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
Sharon is survived by her husband of 50 years,...
Ruby Charlotte (Malm) Greenberg
Feb 28, 2026
Ruby Charlotte (Malm) Greenberg, age 100 of Elk River, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born in Wadena on March 22, 1925, to Edward and Julia (Anderson) Malm. She was preceded in death by Donald, her husband of 69 years, her parents, her stepmother Helen (Backlund), her brothers and spouses Eldon (Grace) Malm,...
Gail Marie Shannon
Feb 24, 2026
With deep love and unwavering hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, we announce the passing of our beloved and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend to many, Gail Marie Shannon. Gail was lovingly called home to her Heavenly Father on February 24, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Gail was born...
Catherine Lenore Funk
Feb 23, 2026
Catherine “Kay” Funk, age 93, passed away on February 23, 2026, surrounded by love. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tom and two of her cherished children; Danny and Joan. She is survived by her sons, Stephen (Dorothy), William (Barb), James, (Deb), Joseph (Steph) and her daughter Linda as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Kay was...
Alden Wayne Yungner
Feb 19, 2026
Alden Wayne Yungner passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born February 13, 1937, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to John and Annetta (Nelson) Yungner. Alden was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary, his parents, brothers William and Dean, and sister Delores Templin. He is survived by his sons Eric (Suzan)...
Mary Regina Boege
Feb 15, 2026
Boege, Mary R. age 83 of Anoka died on February 15, 2026 of NUT carcinoma. Born October 16, 1942 in Decorah, Iowa to Leo Broghammer and Regina Knox Broghammer, Mary received a B.S. in Nursing from the College of St. Theresa in 1964. She married John Lauren Boege on August 28, 1965, moving to Anoka in 1966 and raising their...
Lowella Darlene Wold
Feb 15, 2026
Lowella Darlene Wold (Kallevig)
Lowella Darlene Wold was born in Willmar, Minnesota (Kandiyohi County). Raised on her family’s farm, she moved with her family to the city of Willmar as a teenager. Lou graduated from Willmar Senior High School in 1957 and later attended North Central University (NCU).
In 1960, Lou married Wes Wold. While Wes studied pastoral studies at NCU, Lou...
Bradley David Motl
Feb 14, 2026
A life well-lived is a life never forgotten.
Bradley David Motl age 62 of Ham Lake, Minnesota passed away February 14, 2026 surrounded by his family. Bradley was born on March 29,1963 to Allen and Arlene Motl in Robbinsdale. He grew up and resided in the East Bethel area. Brad enlisted in the Marines at the age of 17. He served...
Scott Richard Shaffer
Feb 14, 2026
Scott Richard Shaffer, 69, of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly following a stroke in Columbia, Tennessee on February 14, 2026.
Scott was born on February 7, 1957, in Minneapolis to George Shaffer and Pearl Thompson (née Williams). He grew up and attended school in St. Francis, Minnesota. After graduating from Anoka Technical College, Scott built a successful career as an...
Nellie Annette Kaley
Feb 9, 2026
Nellie Annette (Kyte) Kaley was born on August 16, 1948 in Fargo, North Dakota. She died unexpectedly on February 9, 2026 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis. She was the youngest of four children born to Louis and Florence Kyte. The family lived on a farm near Lisbon, North Dakota. She and her siblings attended grade school...
Angela Jean Helget
Feb 7, 2026
Age 47, of Plymouth, Minnesota. Angela passed away at home on February 7th, 2026.
She is preceded by her sister Julie Helget, her grandparents, Marvin and Dorothy Helget, August Haida, and Lois (Earl) Haida-Freyholtz.
Angela is survived by her mother, Joan (Jim) Kracher; father, Steven (Donna) Helget; siblings, Paul (Peggy) Helget, and her sister Jamie Helget (Wade Halvorson); aunt, Jane Haida; uncle,...
Marcus Washburn
Feb 7, 2026
Marcus “Marc/Wawa” Washburn passed away on Saturday, February 7th, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital from complications suffered after a cardiac arrest on December 26th while playing a sport he loved, pickleball. Marc passed peacefully six weeks later with his family by his side.
Marc was born on April 27, 1950, to Harvey and Mona Washburn and graduated from Anoka High School in...
Lowell George Johnson
Feb 6, 2026
Lowell George Johnson, age 66 of Andover, passed away on February 6, 2026. Preceded in death by his loving parents, George Nels and Leona Mae (Jenson) Johnson.
Lowell was a fun, loving husband and an exceptional father and grandfather. Throughout his life, he was a strong, devoted son and dedicated brother. His faith and love for God called him to be...
Betty Ann Redepenning
Feb 5, 2026
Betty Ann (Alexander) Redepenning was born in Lyon County on 7/21/31. As a child, they moved from farm to farm in many different areas but eventually moved to the Madison, MN area where she met the love of her life, Bud Redepenning. They were married on 04/18/50 and eventually moved to Anoka, MN where she remained the rest of her...
Dorothy "Dottie" Magdalen Berg
Feb 5, 2026
Dorothy Magdalen (“Dottie”) Berg passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in Ramsey, Minnesota at the age of 80, in the presence of her family.
Dottie was born on September 23, 1945 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin and was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Caspar and Dorothy Linder. Dottie is survived by Olaf, her husband of almost 60 years, and four...
Marcella "Marcy" Johnson
Feb 2, 2026
Marcella "Marcy" Johnson, a respected and admired member of the Anoka community, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2026, at the age of 102. Born on April 29, 1923, at home in Nowthen, MN, Marcy dedicated her life to loving her family and cherishing her roots.
As a child in rural Minnesota, Marcy had an adventurous spirit, spending her days on...
Thomas John Simcoe
Jan 31, 2026
Simcoe, Thomas J. “Tom” age 83 of Andover. Tom was very involved with his church for the last 54 years. He served as an elder for many years and then as the Chairman of the church. He enjoyed Bible study, riding his Gold Wing motorcycle, traveling with his wife and spending time with family. Tom is survived by his wife...
Judith Marie Tostenrud
Jan 26, 2026
Judith Marie Tostenrud, age 76, of Blaine, MN, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2026. Born in 1949 in Minneapolis, MN, Judy spent most of her childhood in Anoka before moving to Mankato, MN as a junior in high school. After graduating from high school, she pursued her passion for education by attending Mankato State College. There, she...
Karen Rae Wrobel
Jan 26, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Karen Wrobel of Andover, Minnesota on 1/26/2026 at the age of 69. She is survived by her loving husband Gary, daughters (Renee & Alecia) son (Chad), step daughters, brothers, sisters, and grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at The Church of the Epiphany, 1900 111th Ave NW, Coon Rapids, Minnesota...
