Lorraine Carolyn Schmitz
Oct 10, 2024
Lorraine Carolyn Schmitz, born on August 13, 1945, passed away at the age of 79 in Anoka, MN, on October 10, 2024.
A beloved member of the community, Lorraine dedicated many years to Kottke's Bus Service and Mork / Riverway Clinic, contributing significantly to both workplaces. Lorraine was a graduate of Cathedral High School in St. Cloud,...
Kathleen Ward Jensen
Oct 8, 2024
Kathleen "Kathy" Ward Jensen was born in Vermillion County, Indiana on August 13, 1948 to Granville & Jeanne (Helt) Ward. She passed away on October 8, 2024 in Andover, Minnesota. She is survived by her husband Charles "Chuck", brother John (Katie) and sister Amy, nieces and nephews. Memorial Services Friday, October 25, 2024 at 11 am at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral...
Lauro Moreno Fanucci
Oct 6, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Lauro Moreno Fanucci on Sunday, October 6, 2024. Born on January 28, 1939, in Ponte Buggianese, Italy, Lauro came to the United States in 1956 with his parents, Assunta and Narciso, and siblings, Cesarina and Alfiero. They arrived with nothing more than a trunk of possessions, determined to pursue the...
Corlyce Jeanne Grant
Oct 2, 2024
Grant, Corlyce J. age 79 of Ham Lake, passed away on October 2, 2024.
Corlyce was born on December 12, 1944, in Glenwood, Minnesota. She attended Kensington schools for grades 1-12. A farm girl with no athletic opportunities at the time, she filled her life with chores: milking, feeding, and baling hay. She was a horse owner...
Vivian Sue Foldenaur
Oct 1, 2024
Vivian Sue Foldenaur May 27, 1967 - October 1, 2024. Vivian Sue Foldenaur, youngest daughter of Darrell and Bonita (Bier) Smith, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2024, surrounded by family. A woman of faith and a devoted wife, Vivian cherished time with her husband and children. She was an Early Childhood Special Education teacher at Centennial School District...
Edward Donald Wood
Oct 1, 2024
Wood, Edward D. age 90 of Anoka. Preceded in death by wife Joan, parents Frank & Lucy and brother Orville. Survived by children Jerry, Deb, Doug (Lynn), Darlene (Michael) and Greg (Tracey), grandchildren Brian, Eric (Samantha), Lauren, Jeff, Chris (Felicia), Nick (Georgia), Jonell (Eric) and Kyle, great grandchildren Oliver, Matthew, Joann and Ivy, brother Bob (Sharon), sister Bea Johnson,...
Daryl Kevin Cheney
Sep 25, 2024
Daryl Kevin Cheney age 65 of Anoka, MN passed away on September 25, 2024. He gained his wings with his love of flying.
Daryl was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Lorraine; brothers, Don and Rick Cheney; son, Derek Cheney.
He was survived by his loving wife, Cathy Cheney; sister, Linda Birosh; brothers,...
Judy Marie Chouinard
Sep 25, 2024
Chouinard, Judy Marie age 68 of Anoka passed away on September 25, 2024.
Preceded in death by beloved parents, Clarence and Dorothy Chouinard. Survived by "sister and brother," Mary Jo and Lyle Van Thomme; devoted prayer partners and faithful feline companion, Andy.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, 10/4 at St....
Darlene Shirley Wennberg
Sep 23, 2024
Darlene Shirley Wennberg age 86 of Minneapolis, MN passed away on September 23, 2024. Darlene was a realtor and owned her own business that she was very proud of. She was very creative and enjoyed arts and crafts and wasn't afraid to take on new ventures and projects.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack;...
Gary Lee Jestus
Sep 23, 2024
Jestus, Gary Lee, age 70 of Ham Lake, passed on 9/23/24. Proceeded in death by parents, Howard & Claire Jestus and stepmom, Nancy Jestus. Survived by wife Kathy of 46 years; sons, Jason and Tim (Kacie); grandchildren, Daniel, Katrina, Parker, Jager, River, Jackson and great grandson, Archer; brothers, Gene (Deb), Glen (Nora), Rick (Sandy), and Mike; sisters, Kathi (Rob)...
Paul Raymond Finnegan
Sep 20, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul Raymond Finnegan, 79 of Anoka, MN. A beloved father, partner, and friend Paul is preceded in death by his wife of 25 years Karen (Brecht), his parents Eva and LeRoy Finnegan, birth parents Violet and Ray Finnegan, his brother Eugene Finnegan, sister Ramona (Norm) Sitter, and his...
Dolores Elaine Bies
Sep 20, 2024
Dolores Elaine Bies, age 97 of Anoka passed away on September 20, 2024. Dolores is survived her three children; Jim (Susan) of Sioux Falls, SD, Martha (Peter) Hauck from Brooklyn Park and Elizabeth (Vince) Smith of Baudette, MN; five grandchildren, Ryan and Erik Bies, Andrew Hauck , Alissa and Evan Smith; and seven great-grandchildren. Dolores was preceded in death...
Alvin Elmer Steinbring
Sep 19, 2024
Alvin Elmer Steinbring, age 87, passed away on September 19, 2024 peacefully surrounded by his family, in Coon Rapids, MN. Born on August 25, 1937, Alvin led a life marked by hard work, dedication and caring for others, traits that endeared him to many throughout his years.
Alvin graduated from Cambridge High School in 1955, and then...
Viola Eldora Putnam
Sep 16, 2024
Putnam, Viola E. age 95 of Anoka, passed away on Sept. 16, 2024. Our mother was such a blessing in our lives. She will be missed by us and many others.
Preceded in death by her husband, Merrill; son, Paul; parents, Ellen and Swan Westlund; sisters, Lorraine Anderson, June Nordstrom, Edith Blue. She is survived by her...
Judith Mae Urista
Sep 14, 2024
Judith Mae Urista was born on July 16, 1940, in Minneapolis to Newton & Elvira (Vogen) Jones. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and loving husband, John, on September 14, 2024. Judy retired from Medtronic where she worked in the clean room on pacemaker leads. Judy especially loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, even the...
Virgil Allen Rasmussen
Sep 13, 2024
Virgil Allen Rasmussen, 81 of Anoka went to be with God on Friday September 13, 2024. Virgil was born on May 27, 1943, in Tyler, Mn and grew up the oldest son of Glen and Viola Rasmussen in Arco, Mn. He graduated from Ivanhoe Highschool in 1961. As a young boy he had many odd jobs. He delivered the...
Margaret Ann Simonson
Sep 10, 2024
Simonson, Margaret A. (78) of Blaine, Mn. passed away peacefully September 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her son, Brent; husband, David; her parents and other relatives. She is survived by her son, Chad; daughter in law, Teri; granddaughter's, Samantha, Hailey; loving dog, Dude; sisters, Ruthie, Dorthy Mae, Patty; brother...
Ronald Dean Carlson
Sep 7, 2024
Ronald Dean Carlson, born August 18, 1939, a resident of Champlin, MN, and formerly of Wadena, MN, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024, with his family by his side.
Ron was a man of faith and devoted husband who enjoyed nothing more than spending time with his wife and family. He and his sons shared their...
Donovan Dean Sorenson
Sep 7, 2024
Sorenson, Donovan "Dean" age 83 of Anoka, passed away with his wife by his side on September 7, 2024. Dean was an Army Veteran, enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing, playing cards and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Sandy; brother, Gordon; sister-in-law, LaVonne and many other loving relatives...
Liliana G.T. Heinen
Aug 31, 2024
Liliana G. T. Heinen age 81 of Anoka passed away on August 31, 2024. She was born in Naples, Italy on January 21, 1943. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:30 am at St. Stephen's Catholic Church, 525 Jackson Street, Anoka. Visitation one hour prior to Mass at the Church. Interment St. Andrew's Cemetery, Elk River....
