Elizabeth "Betty" Barten
Aug 18, 2011
Elizabeth M. "Betty" Barten, age 74, of Oak Grove, passed away peacefully at Guardian Angels Care Center after a courageous fight. She is survived by husband of 53 years, Don; son, Jerry; daughters, Ruthie (Todd) Flem, Brenda (Brian) Hofschild and Karen (David) Deeth; grandchildren, Josh, Kaylee, DJ, Eric, Jake, Kara, Dean, Jenna, Kassi and Daniel; great-grandson, Issac Deeth; sisters, Gennie...
Darrel Ray
Aug 17, 2011
Goad, Darrel R. "Coyote Kid" Age 58, of Blaine, passed away August 16, 2011. Survived by wife, LaNette; sons, Dylan, and Dustin; daughters, Chanelle (Tim), and Meghan (Leo); grandchildren, Lily, Meradith, Kohen, Jade, and soon-to- be-born Lylah; and many other relatives and friends. Memorial service Saturday, 10 AM at Thuston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay St. NW, Andover with visitation 1...
Susan Kuehn
Aug 8, 2011
Kuehn, Susan Camille (nee Anderson) age 44, of Ramsey. Susan was an Office Manager at Apartment Finder Magazine. Preceded in death by father, Roger Anderson. Survived by husband, Scott; children, Kaylee Kuehn and Aaron Stafki; stepsons, Scott L. Kuehn and Tommy (Ilia) Kuehn; grandchildren, Austin, Rayna, Hailey and Dominik; mother, Diana Anderson; brothers, Corey (Christina) Anderson and Todd Anderson; sister,...
Raymond Ronning
Aug 2, 2011
Ronning, Raymond L. "Ray" age 53, of Ramsey. Preceded in death by parents, Paul and Ruth Ronning. Survived by wife, Cheryl; daughter, Lisa; son, Jacob; brothers, Paul "Pablo" and Norman; nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 11 AM at St. Stephen's Catholic Church, 525 Jackson St., Anoka. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery, Alexandria. Visitation one hour prior to Mass...
Christopher Waletski
Aug 1, 2011
Waletski, Christopher A. "Chris" age 49, of Hibbing, formerly of Anoka. A kind and loving man has passed away on August 1, 2011. Chris was a heavy equipment operator with Cliff MInes of Eveleth and was a member of the Operating Engineers Local #49. He was preceded in death by his father, Russell Waletski; brother, "Baby David" and brother-in-law, Ken...
Sharron Mathison
Jul 30, 2011
Mathison, Sharron Lee age 70 of Blaine, died at home on July 30, 2011. She was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Mathison; parents, William and Vera March; sisters, Patricia Clough and Lesli Shaul. Survived by her daughter, Vicki Newberry; sons, David (Sandy), Gary (Tracy), Scott (Heather); sister, Cheryl (Kevin) Gorsuch, 9 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson; nieces and nephews. Special...
Wendell "Dennie" Emmans
Jul 26, 2011
Emmans, Wendell "Dennie" After a long and courageous battle with colon cancer, died at home in Andover, MN, surrounded by family on July 26, 2011, at the age of 70. Born on September 20, 1940. Preceded in death by father, Virgil; brother, Douglas; nephew, Eric; and son-in-law, Bret Severtson. Survived by loving wife of 50 years, Sarah; children, Jeffery (Mary...
Kevin Jurek
Jul 26, 2011
Jurek, Kevin G. age 61, of Ramsey. Survived by wife, Pat; sons, Andy and Chris; parents, Ray and Frances Jurek; brother, Doug (Delia); sisters, Pam (John) Sorenson, Jane (Kevin) Schafer and Jennifer (Dave) Anderson; nieces and nephews. Memorial Mass Monday 11 AM at St. Stephen's Catholic Church, 5th & Jackson St., Anoka. Visitation Sunday 4-7 PM at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home,...
Robin Derosier
Jul 26, 2011
Robin is survived by her husband, Cary, Daughter, Andrea (Kevin) Hitzemann and son, Tony DeRosier, grandchildren, Owen, Riley and Anna, siblings, Mike (Jan), Jody (Bruce), Cindy (Ron), Tim and Todd, nieces and nephews.
Catherine "Kate" Blesi
Jul 16, 2011
Blesi, Catherine "Kate" of Ramsey, passed away on July 16, 2011. Kate put up a couragous battle with cancer for 15 years, Kate was an employee of Medtronic for 34 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Catherine Daly; sister Jeanette Ondich. Survived by her husband of 19 years, Bruce; sons, Bart (Lesley) Hayft, Chad Hayft...
Donna Swanson
Jul 10, 2011
Swanson, Donna Mae age 84, of Otsego. Preceded in death by parents, Paul and Alice Morton; brothers, Doug, Clinton and Stan Morton. Survived by husband of 64 years, Richard "Dick"; children, Barry (Bonnie), Lynn (Stevie) and Sandy (Jerry) Kowal; grandchildren, Brandon & Meghan, Nicole & Ryan, Richard & Kaitlyn; great-grandchildren, Grant & Gabrielle; 4 sisters; 3 brothers; many nieces &...
Paul Zook
Jul 5, 2011
Paul Zook, age 86, of Anoka. Preceded in death by parents, Vincent & Anna Zook; brother, Vincent Zook, Jr. Graveside service Wednesday, 4 PM at Calvary Cemetery, Anoka. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, Anoka, 763-421-0220
Marcia Leipzig
Jun 28, 2011
Leipzig, Marcia A. age 58, of Andover, passed away June 28, 2011. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother to her family. Marcia and Lance would have celebrated their 38th wedding anniversery on June 29, 2011. She recently celebrated her 10th anniversary at the 10th Judicial District. Preceded in death by parents, Richard & Arlene. Survived by husband, Lance;...
Karen Weiss
Jun 27, 2011
Weiss, Karen F. (Peasha) age 58, of Anoka. Karen was the crafter, florist and kitchen cabinet specialist of the family. Preceded in death by daughter, Becky; mother, Bernice; father, Wallace; sister, Arlene; brother, Ronald and father-in- law, Erhard. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Bill; son, Chris (Karla) and daughter, Michelle (Chris) Nelson; grandchildren, Thomas, Cortney, Paige, Josh...
Carole Grabinske
Jun 21, 2011
Grabinske, Carole J. (Brun) age 73, of Anoka. Preceded in death by parents, Luke & Gerri Brun. Survived by sons, Kyle and Kevin (Sue) and daughter, Kelly Ede; grandchildren, Amanda, Olivia, Elijah, Emi, Alley and Tessa; brothers, James and Mike (Vicki); sister, Sandy (Chuck) Wilkening; former husband, Ken and special family friend, Cliff Robbins. Memorial service Wednesday, 3 PM at...
Clarence Lyrek
Jun 19, 2011
Clarence L. Lyrek, age 79, passed unexpectedly and went to meet his eternal Father on June 19, 2011. Born and raised in Delano, married and raised two daughters in St. Paul. Clarence worked over 40 years at Andrew's Knitting and resided the last year of is life at Champlin Shores where he was embraced by the amazing staff and residents....
Timothy Puhek
Jun 18, 2011
Puhek, Timothy J. Age 38, of Lakeville, formerly of Andover, passed away unexpectedly on June 18. Tim was a devoted, considerate, loving husband, father, son, brother, son-in-law, and friend. Tim was the best father two children could have. Tim graduated from Armstrong High School and obtained his Master's Degree from the University of MN as a food scientist. He was...
Ernest Soine
Jun 17, 2011
Soine, Ernest I. age 97, of Anoka, MN. Born January 6, 1914 in Ray, ND, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2011. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who will be remembered for the quiet way he demonstrated love for his family and God. Ernie was a prominent business owner of the Anoka Locker Plant for 30...
Leona Johnson
Jun 14, 2011
Leona is survived by her children, Paul O'Keeffe, Linda Norman, Michael (Annette) O'Keeffe, Dianne Hughs, Douglas (Lynda) Powers, Peggy (Norris) Blackmon and Mark (Beth) Powers, 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, brother, Erwin (Phyllis) Dargis and sister, Rosie (Dick) Bohn.
Gail Sawyer
Jun 13, 2011
Sawyer, Gail C. age 60, of Champlin, passed away June 13, 2011. Gail enjoyed a long career of 27 years at HCMC. Preceded in death by parents, Wally and Ramona; brothers, Jack and Tony. Survived by siblings, Kathryn (Dennis) Muller, Thomas Sawyer, Carol (Jim) Hicks, Steven Sawyer, Jill (Dan) Kovar; many nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews; relatives...
