Obituary Listings

Jul 7, 2024

Anderson, Ronald K. age 77 of Anoka, passed away on July 7, 2024. Ron was born to Harold and Gladys Anderson (Sorenson) on October 12, 1946 in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.  He married Diane May Peterson on October 3, 1970.  Ron served as a dedicated mail carrier for the United States Postal Service for 42 years. Survived by wife,...

Jul 3, 2024

Voss, Jessica A. age 69 of Andover. Jessica loved her family, church and friends. She also had a deep love for horses, antiques, flowers, her home and cabin. Preceded in death by parents Walter, Sr. & Marian Soman and brother Walter Soman, Jr. Survived by husband of 45 years, David Voss Sr., sons David Jr., Matthew and Walter, daughter...

Jul 2, 2024

Paul Leroy Armstrong was born on January 24, 1928, in Minneapolis to William Floyd Armstrong and Alice E. (Garlinghouse) Armstrong.  He grew up in north Minneapolis and attended Lowell Elementary School, Jordan Junior High School, North High School, and Vocational High School.

Paul served our country in the U.S. Coast Guard in 1945.

Paul married...

Jun 21, 2024

June Gibson, 95, passed away suddenly on Friday, June 21, 2024. Just a week earlier, she had celebrated her 95 th birthday at Crooners Supper Club, surrounded by family, enjoying the music she loved, and declared that she had enjoyed a "truly wonderful life." Born June 15, 1929, to James and Olive McKissock in Camden, New Jersey, June's earliest...

Jun 15, 2024

Corporal Kody Anthony Grangaard, age 21, United States Marine, of Coon Rapids MN, died on Saturday June 15th, 2024. He is preceded in death by his Grandparents Donald and Jean Grangaard, Grandfather Jesse Faggett, Aunts Robyn Grangaard, Connie (Larry) Reddig, Patricia Lathers, and cousin Manuel Crawford.  Kody is survived by his mother Kathy Grangaard, father Tony Faggett, brothers Jermaine,...

Jun 11, 2024

Dolores Helen Steinbrecher of Anoka passed away on June 11, 2024. She was born on October 13, 1922 to Bernard & Helen Schmatz. Preceded in death by husband Eldore in 2011, daughter Carolyn Foss and granddaughter Angela Rae, brother Andrew Schmatz and sister LuVerne Erickson. She is survived by her sons Paul (Sharon), Mark and John (MaryJane), 9 grandchildren,...

Jun 10, 2024

Erickson, Michael B. age 59, of East Bethel passed away on June 10, 2024. Michael enjoyed dog agility, golf, water skiing, soccer, watching sports, driving fast cars and, going out with his friends from high school and spending time with his family.

Michael was preceded in death by his brother, Brian; grandparents, Frances and Elverence Erickson, Howard...

Jun 8, 2024

Ralph Segerstrom of Grand Rapids, Minnesota (formerly of Blaine) passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 8, 2024, from complications of a heart condition and dementia.

Born on October 9, 1931, in Milaca, Minnesota, Ralph was raised on a farm, where he learned the values of hard work and resilience. He proudly served his country as...

Jun 4, 2024

Michele Nicholas was a loving daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend. She loved with strength and the spirit of fellowship. Those who knew her well describe her as "one of a kind".  Her sense of style and humor, her bubbly laugh, positivity and kindness to all, made her an 'original' through and through. Michele completed her journey home to...

Jun 3, 2024

Boyd Scott Dufault, 61 of Coon Rapids, MN passed away on June 3rd, 2024 from unexpected health complications.

In his youth he enjoyed playing basketball and softball. Later in life he spent countless days on the golf course honing his skills. Boyd was a lifelong welder of ~40 years and enjoyed many friendships along the way.

Jun 2, 2024

Hamilton, Lora Grace (Holasek) age 90 of Ramsey went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at the age of 90 with her loving family by her side.

Lora was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend that will be missed deeply by all who knew her. Lora graduated from Anoka...

May 31, 2024

Frances Anderson (affectionately known as Babe), age 94 passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024. She was preceded in death by husband: Elmer Anderson; grandson: Daemian Brockmeyer as well as her parents and siblings. She leaves behind two daughters: Christine Schaefer (Marty) and Pat Brockmeyer (Chuck); grandchildren: Alyssa & Kelli Brockmeyer and Nick Halseth as well as many nieces...

May 29, 2024

Walters, JoAnn B. age 92 of Anoka passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024. She enjoyed spending time with her family, traveling and gardening. JoAnn was preceded in death by her husband, Thad Walters Sr.; son, Tony; granddaughter, Courtney Winslow; great-grandson, Dylan Ruch. She was survived by children, Ole (Deb) Walters, Barbara Walters; grandchildren, Cara (Mark) Paape, Sarah (Dave)...

May 29, 2024

Bradley W. Schreiber (56) of Oak Grove died unexpectedly. Brad was mostly known for his huge smile and friendly disposition. He was a very loving, caring, happy and dedicated person. His heart was so big and he was always concerned about others. He loved to laugh and make others laugh. He will be greatly missed by his family and...

May 27, 2024

Jane Belle Hansen, age 80, of Champlin, MN, passed away unexpectedly, leaving her family and friends in deep sorrow. Jane was the beloved wife of Larry Norman Hansen, with whom she shared 61 years together and 55 years of marriage.

Born with a caring heart, Jane dedicated her life to nursing, serving her community for an incredible...

May 25, 2024

Wilkinson, Gordy age 83, of Anoka, MN passed away on Saturday, May 25th, 2024, concluding his 8 year journey with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.

Gordy was born March 29, 1941 in Omaha, Nebraska. He grew up in South Minneapolis and attended Roosevelt High School and then the Minneapolis School of Art and Design. He was drafted into the...

May 24, 2024

Wilbur, Robert "Bob" G. age 76 of Coon Rapids, passed away on May 24, 2024 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids with his family by his side.

Additionally, many of Bob's close friends were by his side at the time of his passing. Despite battling many extreme health challenges, the last years of his life, he faced...

May 22, 2024

Pearson, Thomas George Born in Radcliffe, Iowa on June 21,1927; passed away peacefully on May 22, in Mission Viejo, California. Tom was the elder of two sons born to Joella and Chester Pearson. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Jean, his parents, brother Roger, and son-in-law Buz Dahl.

Tom graduated from high school in 1945 and...

May 19, 2024

Joseph A. Gahwiler age 84 of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on May 19, 2024.

Joe was born on October 13, 1939 to Joseph and Adeline in Monroe, WI. Joe grew up on a dairy farm in Blachardville, WI. He attended Milwaukee School of Engineering. While in Milwaukee he met his...

May 11, 2024

Larsen, Merwyn R. Age 80 of Andover went to be with the Lord on May 11, 2024 after a valiant battle with lung cancer. He was born on November 3, 1943 in Volga, SD to Orville & Violet Larsen, the oldest boy of nine children. In the mid/late 40's, they moved to Foreston, MN where Mer graduated from Milaca...