Jean W. Pearson
Oct 27, 2012
Pearson, Jean W. age 82 of Anoka. Following a courageous battle with multiple health issues, she passed into Paradise after a few peaceful days at home on October 27, 2012. She was born on July 16, 1930 in Whittier, CA. Preceded in death by parents, Spencer and Estelle (nee Nuffer) Williams. Survived by husband of 53 years, Tom; son, Bob;...
Florine Koning
Oct 25, 2012
Koning, Florine age 63, of Champlin (nee Pohlmeier). Preceded in death by a baby girl. Survived by husband, Tom; children, Brent (Sybil) Koning, Laura (Chris) Jordan, Sheri (Steve) Frank; grandchildren, Nicholas and Charlotte Koning, Sophia and Robert Jordan, Grace and Elijah Frank; 4 sisters, 1 brother, nieces & nephews. Funeral service Tuesday, 11 AM at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005 Branch...
Marilyn Louise Dryden
Oct 24, 2012
Dryden, Marilyn L. age 83, of Anoka. Preceded in death by brother, Vern Emmans. Survived by loving husband of 61 years, Ervin; children, Lynda (Tom) Holker, Peggy (Jerry) Drum and Randy (Deb); grandchildren, Jamie, Justin, Jason (Stephanie) and Nicole; great-grandchildren, Dru, Devon, Cole and Kallie; sister, Cheryl Baumgart. Funeral service Friday, 11 AM at Anoka United Methodist Church, 850 South...
Thad Walters
Oct 24, 2012
Walters, Thad C. age 84, of St. Francis, formerly of Isle. Preceded in death by parents, Guy and Eunice; brothers, Sonny and Stephen; and sister, Doris Taylor. Survived by wife, JoAnn; sons, Ole (Deb) and Tony; daughter, Barb (Al Smith) Walters; 5 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren; brother, Nathan (Carol) Walters; sister, Mary (Dick Gripp) Englund; nieces and nephews....
Wayne Robert Ensrud
Oct 23, 2012
Ensrud, Wayne R. age 65, of Anoka. Preceded in death by parents, Olaf and Judith; and sister, Emily. Survived by loving wife of 36 years, Diane; children, Joshua (Abbie), Jamie Reeder and Jordan (Angela); granddaughters, Alexandra, Ainsley and Blair; siblings, Phyllis (Bill) Sipe, Becky (Trevor) Hurley, Wes (Shelly), Debbie Miller and Pammie (Bob) Bruley; many other relatives and friends. Funeral...
Barbara Ruth Vietor
Oct 23, 2012
Vietor, Barbara Ruth age 70, of Ham Lake, passed away October 23,2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a tremendous mother, grandmother, friend and Christian role model. She lived each day for the Lord with Joy and laughter. Survived by children, Michael (Rachel) and Kari (Pete) Oberlander; grandchildren, Ashley, Michael and John Vietor, Josh and Ellie Oberlander; siblings,...
William "Billy" Brown
Oct 22, 2012
Brown, William A., Jr. "Billy" age 70, of Coon Rapids. Billy was an avid golfer. He loved life, music and his family, especially his grandchildren and pets. He was the world's greatest air guitarist. Preceded in death by parents, William and Clara Brown. Survived by children, Scott, Chris (Natalie) and Dana (Rex) Deutsch; grandchildren, Leo and Eli Brown, and Ella...
James Leo Johansen
Oct 11, 2012
Johansen, James L. age 75, of Anoka. Former owner/operator of Johansen Bus Service. Preceded in death by parents, John & Ethel; sister, Donna. Survived by loving wife of 48 years, Janis; daughters, Karin (Ty) Brunn and Lezley Johansen; grandchildren, Kendra, Nolan and Ian Brunn; brother, Stephen (Carolyn); many other relatives and friends. Funeral service Tuesday, 11 AM at Zion Lutheran...
Kelly Asmus Grover
Oct 8, 2012
Grover, Kelly A. age 47, of Nowthen, left us Oct. 8, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Her last moments were happily spent in the arms of her husband, Kirk and faithful dog, Jazz. Preceded in death by parents, Duke and Jean Asmus; and father-in-law, John Grover. Survived by her husband, Kirk; children, Ashlee (Jason) Kolles and Dustin Grover;...
Frank Sud
Oct 8, 2012
Sud, Frank S. age 44, of Andover. Preceded in death by sister, Michelle Roed and grand- father, Frank Krob. Survived by wife, Beth; children, Katie (Chad) Smith, Mitchell and Jackson; mother, Deanna Pellon; father, Miguel (Mary) Sud; brother, Todd (Darsey) Lewis; grand- mother, Lorraine Krob; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Michael and Janet Schrantz; brothers-in-law and sisters- in-law, Greg and Kim Schrantz,...
George Vernon Kinney
Oct 6, 2012
Kinney, George V. age 78, of East Bethel, passed away peacefully Oct. 6, 2012 surrounded by his family after a courageous 13 year battle with colon cancer. He was an avid golfer and sportsman. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Nancy Fisher; and brother, Ron. Survived by loving wife of 39 years, Joan; children, Lynnette Kinney, Sherree (John) Steffens, Brian,...
June Elaine Bacon
Oct 3, 2012
Bacon, June E. age 87, formerly of Fridley passed away Oct. 3, 2012. Survived by husband, Byron Sr.; Children, Bonnie (David) Piepho, Roxann (Richard) Johnson, Byron Jr. (Lynn); sister, Katie Sterbuck; grandchildren, Tim (Melissa), Brittan (Ben), Ryan (Kelly), Christopher, Aaron (Johntia); 9 great grandchildren. Memorial Service Thur. 3 PM with visitation 1 hr. prior at Thurston- Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005...
Doris Sophia Blake
Oct 3, 2012
Blake, Doris age 98, of Anoka, passed away Oct. 3, 2012. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and a member of the Lioness. Preceded in death by husband, Richard; sister, Marie and 2 brothers, Harold and Warren. Survived by children, Rocky (Kathi) and Steven; granddaughters, Krissy (Chris) Case, Katie (Josh) Purcell; great-grandson, Kaden Purcell; many nieces, nephews,...
Louis Florian Dahlheimer
Oct 1, 2012
Dahlheimer, Louis Florian, age 77, of Dayton, died suddenly on Monday, Oct. 1, 2012. Survived by loving wife, Alverna; children, Karen (Richard) Reseland, Julie (Kevin) Prior, Lisa (Steven) Helfman, Michael (Alyssa), Nancy (Michael) Hardy and Neil (Mary Beth); 9 grandchildren; siblings, Vernon, Fr. Ronald, Sr. Corrine. Preceded in death by parents and brother, Lauren. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 12...
Patrick Gallagher
Oct 1, 2012
Gallagher, Patrick J. age 68 of Cedar, passed away on October 1, 2012. Preceded in death by parents, Leigh and Mary Gallagher; 3 brothers and 1 sister. Survived by wife, Beulah; daughters, Ronna (Todd) Kesler, Tamara Gallagher, Michelle Broda and Toni Gallagher; grandchildren, Jorden, Jocilyn, Stevana, Jason, Tyler, Bridget and Nia; 3 sisters, nieces and nephews. Funeral service Friday 11...
Edwin George Milless
Sep 25, 2012
Milless, Edwin G. age 88, of Anoka. Preceded in death by wife, DeLoris. Survived by son, Larry (Darlene); grandchildren, Shane and Shannon (Dan) Jones; great-grandchildren, Mariah, Brittany, Trentin, Brody, Jacob, Trevor and Logan; siblings, Henry (Ora), Bob (Alice), JoAnn (Ronnie) Bourgeois and Jacki (Jerri). Funeral service Saturday 10 AM at Zion Lutheran Church, 1601 4th Ave S., Anoka. Visitation one...
Doreen Ahlbaum
Sep 23, 2012
Ahlbaum, Doreen R. Age 87, of Ramsey. Preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence and son, Larry. Survived by daughter, Donna Shorten; grandchildren, William (Kris) Carroll, Jason Carroll, Cassandra (Duane) Swanson, and Chris (Tanya) Ahlbaum; 8 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Allan (Mary) Wright. Private family services will be held. Interment Forest Hill Cemetery, Anoka. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220
Penny Rae Laganiere
Sep 22, 2012
Laganiere, Penny R. age 56, of Ramsey. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and animal lover. Survived by life partner and friend, Bryan Lerdall; children, Tricia Laganiere-Sand, Matt, Essica Laganiere (Fred Lett), Kyle (Ashley), Ryan (Bobie), Lamonte Jr. (Kristi Nordby) and Angelique Lerdall; 12 grandchildren; many other relatives and friends. Funeral service Saturday 10:00 AM at Champlin United Methodist Church, 921...
Doris Marie Shields
Sep 21, 2012
Shields, Doris M., age 91 of St. Paul. Preceded in death by husband, John; and daughter, Candace. Survived by brother, Bud (Lois) Erickson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral service Thursday, 11 AM at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005 Branch Ave., Anoka. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220
Beverly Ann Brown
Sep 18, 2012
View Sign Brown, Beverly A. age 63, of Coon Rapids. She was a longtime administrative assistant at Family of Christ Luth. Church. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Survived by husband of 36 years, Richard; children, Sara and Andy (Lisa); granddaughter, Lucy; brother, Jeff (Shelly) Kuhl; many other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, George and...
