Elizabeth Ann Richardson
Jan 12, 2016
Elizabeth "Betty" A. Richardson, age 92 of Anoka, passed away peacefully January 12, 2016. Preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Richardson. Survived by her children, Linda (Erv) Inniger and Micky (Tom) Harrison; five grandchildren, nine great-grandsons, one great-granddaughter and many other loving relatives and friends. There will be no services at this time, the interment will be in the...
Elsie Marie Zens
Jan 8, 2016
Zens, (Blesi) nee Patchen, Elsie M. age 90, formerly of Anoka. Preceded in death by brothers, Harold Patchen Jr., Leonard Patchen, John Patchen, Frank Patchen, and Willis Patchen; sisters, Lois Bickford, Barbara Bemboom, Florence Stull and Dorothy Wilson. Survived by children, Patsy (Don) Anundsen, Peggy Small, Glen (Donna) Blesi, and LaVonne (Robert) Schmitt; 9 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Theresa (Sherwood)...
Thomas Robert Carlson
Jan 5, 2016
Thomas Robert Carlson, age 56. On Tuesday, January 5th, Tom Carlson of St. Paul (formerly of Andover) passed away. He went to be with our Lord and our mom, whom he loved both dearly. We are thinking Tom and mom are cleaning together again. Tom was preceded in death by Arlene Carlson (mother). He was survived by long time love,...
Agnes E. "Aggie" Schmelzer
Jan 3, 2016
Schmelzer, Agnes E. "Aggie" Age 85, of Andover. Aggie was a graduate of the University of Minnesota and a teacher at St. Stephen's Catholic School in Anoka. She was an avid gardener and bird watcher. Survived by her husband of 65 years Del; children Celeste (Bob) Schack, Patty (David) Goodman, Thomas Schmelzer, Terry (Brian) Casey and Judy (Richard) Logan; grandchildren...
John Joseph Daly
Jan 2, 2016
Daly, John J. age 81 of Champlin. Preceded in death by son, Harlan; parents, John and Catherine; twin sister, Jeanette and sister, Kate. Survived by loving wife, Carol; children, Annette (Brian) Carlson, Todd and Cindy (Scott) Scavone; grandchildren, Justin, Alex and Brantley; siblings, Irene (LeRoy) Dahlheimer, Frank (Vivian), Donald (Barb), Jim (Carey), Marie (Richard) Schultz, Rita (Kurt) Driscoll and Kenny...
Sheryl Ann Jacobson
Dec 31, 2015
Jacobson, Sheryl A. (nee Hansen) age 69 of Anoka, passed away peacefully Dec. 31, 2015. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Dave; children, Jeff (Pam) Dana (Randy) Nemitz and Tom (Matthew); grandchildren, Ryan Jacobson, Linnea (Lynk) Downing, Matthew, Joshua and Olivia Nemitz; sister, Mary Smith; brother, Phil Hansen; many other loving relatives and friends. Memorial Service Friday,...
Mary Jean Johnson
Dec 30, 2015
Johnson, Mary J. age 62 of Anoka, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family December 30, 2015. She was survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Lyle; children, Darla (Brendan Shermer), Lowell (Patti Raymond), and many other loving relatives and friends. Services will be held at a later date. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220 www.thurston-lindberg.com
Steven J. Fox
Dec 30, 2015
Fox, Steven J. age 70, of Anoka. Survived by wife, Linda; sons, John (Shelly), Jeff (Jeny) and Jason (Angie); grandchildren, Ben, Tyler, Jamee, Tom, Joe, Sam and Abby; siblings, Phil (Dottie) Fox, Liz (Jukka) Mahonen, Theresa (Jim) Bauer and Larry Fox; nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, Jan. 7, 2016, 10 AM at St. Stephen's Catholic Church, 525...
Floretta Shirley Welch
Dec 28, 2015
Welch, Floretta S. "Flo" Age 92 of Blaine passed away December 28th, 2015. Preceded in death by sons Darwin and Keith, Jr. and husband Keith Belmont. Survived by Daughter Shirley (Wally) Weeres, grandchildren Thomas Weeres (Jessica), Julie Swanson (Dan), Wendy Sakry (Joel), 5 great grandchildren and 2 great-greatgrandchildren. A "Remembrance Celebration" on Thursday, January 21st from 2 PM to 8...
Floretta Shirley Welch
Dec 28, 2015
Welch, Floretta S. "Flo" Age 92 of Blaine passed away December 28th, 2015. Preceded in death by sons Darwin and Keith, Jr. and husband Keith Belmont. Survived by Daughter Shirley (Wally) Weeres, grandchildren Thomas Weeres (Jessica), Julie Swanson (Dan), Wendy Sakry (Joel), 5 great grandchildren and 2 great-greatgrandchildren. A "Remembrance Celebration" on Thursday, January 21st from 2 PM to 8...
Gladys L. Tender
Dec 28, 2015
Tender, Gladys L. age 89, of Anoka. Preceded in death by husband, Ralph; parents, Edward & Frieda Sigfrinius; sister, Edith Jaspers and brother, Kenneth Sigfrinius. Survived by children, Paul (Judy) Tender and Janis (James) McArdle; grandchildren, Todd (Robyn) McArdle, Chad (Amy) McArdle, Julie (John) Dehen, Jill (Johnathan) Orrock, and Lynn (Michael) McMahon; 12 great-grandchildren; nieces & nephews. Funeral service Monday,...
Joann Kay Westervelt
Dec 27, 2015
Westervelt, Joann K. age 66 of Park Rapids formerly of Champlin. She passed away peacefully December 27, 2015. She was an avid quilter who enjoyed spending time with her family. She was a retired RN from Mercy Hospital. Survived by her husband of 46 years, Tom; and children, Jeff (Nicolle) and Ryan (Melissa); grandchildren, Allie, Sophie, Wyatt and Maggie; parents,...
Vivian F. Thompson
Dec 27, 2015
Thompson, Vivian Fern age 81 of Bloomington, passed away Dec. 27, 2015. Vivian was born on November 25, 1934 in St. Francis, MN to Alfred and Ellen Thompson. She spent her grade school years at District 26, a one room school house. Vivian was graduated by St. Francis High School as Salutatorian of the Class of 1952. She then moved...
Nicholas Albrecht Erhart
Dec 23, 2015
Erhart, Nicholas A. age 28, of New Brighton, formerly of Anoka. Nick lost his battle to addiction and left his family and friends too soon. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Doloros & Albrecht Erhart, June & James Tuzinski. Survived by parents, Bill and Liz; siblings, Ted (Kelly), Emily, Ellen and Lianna; grandparents, John and Gail Theiringer, Geanie and...
Jodi Lynn Junker
Dec 19, 2015
Junker, Jodi L. Age 46 of Andover passed away suddenly 12/19/2015 of natural causes. Survived by parents Jim and Kitt; sister Julie (Joe) Kroll; nephews Colin, Mason, Jaden and Devon; niece Kasia. Funeral service Wednesday (12-30-2015) 2PM at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay Street N.W., Andover. Visitation one hour prior to service. Private interment. Memorials preferred to the Humane Society....
Jean A. Buytaert
Dec 16, 2015
Buytaert, Jean A. age 93, of Spring Lake Park. Preceded in death by her husband, August; son, James; and grandson, Dan. Survived by son, John (Maureen); daughters, Jill (Russ) Carter and Jacquie (Dave) Habermann; grandchildren, Jennifer, Marty, Nicholas, Amanda, Kris, Broc, Jim, Paul, Kelsey and Scott; and 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral service Monday 11 AM at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay...
John T. O'Loughlin
Dec 15, 2015
O'Loughlin, John T. "Terry" age 77, of Oak Grove, passed away at the University of MN Hospital on Dec. 15, 2015 due to complications from pulmonary fibrosis. Terry was a Northome School graduate in 1956 and he left home shortly after to join the Army, spending time in Tokyo and becoming an atomic war veteran. His heart brought him back...
Bonnie L. Denis
Dec 14, 2015
Denis, Bonnie L. age 85 of Anoka. Preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Sr. Survived by children, Sharon Schnapp, Ivette (Wayne) Dukowitz, Carol Heurung, Raymond (Lora), John (Robyn) and Kathi (Tim) Merrill; 11 grandchildren, 14 great-grand children; sisters, Eileen Lene and Dolly (Donald) Erickson; nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass Monday, December 21, 2015 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's...
James R. Hinkley
Dec 12, 2015
Age 86 of Mesa, AZ and formerly of St. Paul, MN Passed away on December 12, 2015. He was born on July 25, 1929 in Webster, South Dakota to Charles and Louise Hinkley. Jim worked as a research chemist at 3M for 40 years. He is pre-deceased in death by his parents; his son, Douglas; brother Ted; and sister, Harriet....
Douglas J. Ottenstroer
Dec 10, 2015
Ottenstroer, Douglas J. age 70 of St. John's, FL. Douglas worked in the security industry for more than 40 years. He very much enjoyed cribbage and was an excellent player. Douglas was an avid fan of the Vikings, Twins and Gophers. Preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Emma Ottenstroer and brother, Steven Ottenstroer. Survived by siblings, Duane (Susan)...
