Obituary Listings

Feb 22, 2024

JoAnne Kaye Bravinder, age 71, of Coon Rapids, passed away on February 22, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Dorothy Underwood; and sisters, Patricia Torkelson and Carol Jean Underwood.

JoAnne is survived by her husband, Bob; sons, Marc Norton and Scott (Janie) Norton; brother, Robert (Janis) Underwood; many nieces, nephews,...

Feb 19, 2024

Deana Cathlene Doely, age 29, was tragically taken from our world on Monday February 19, 2024. Please join us to celebrate her life on Tuesday February 27th at Glen Cary Lutheran Church, 15531 Central Avenue, NE in Ham Lake with visitation at 10 am and service at 11 am. Deana was born September 10th 1994 in Fridley Minnesota. Deana...

Feb 12, 2024

Lynn L. (Sachs) Anderson passed away at home on February 12, 2024 at the age of 76. Lynn is survived by her husband of 54 years, Doug; children, Corey (Teri) and Cathy (Terry); 5 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; siblings, Nancy, Bruce, Dale, Terry & Joann and many more cherished family and friends. Lynn was born and raised in Minneapolis,...

Feb 12, 2024

Sept. 18, 1958 - Feb. 12, 2024 David (Dave) Ostendorf, age 65, passed away suddenly on February 12, 2024, following a stroke. Throughout his life, Dave dedicated himself to overcoming kidney disease, which he battled for over thirty years, serving as a tremendous source of inspiration for others. Many sought guidance, advice, and hope from him and his wife,...

Feb 10, 2024

Virginia Helen Muscha, age 86, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2024, at Wildflower Lodge Memory Care in Maple Grove, MN.

Virginia was born in Harvey, ND on May 18, 1937, to Joseph and Margaret (Holzer) Muscha.  Virginia was the 8th of 13 children, and she grew up on a farm in rural Harvey.  She attended Wells...

Feb 9, 2024

Artmann, Marvin J. age 90 of Andover, formerly of Fridley died February 9, 2024. Preceded in death by son-in-law Scott Moffat, parents Henry and Anna, siblings Raymond, Florence, Albert and Marcella. Survived by wife of 63 years, Dorothy; children Cheryl Moffat, Paula (Tim Zierden) Artmann, Karen (Greg) Stellick and Mark (Jenifer); grandchildren Nicole (Kevin), Alex, Abby, Alyssa (Holt), Taylor...

Feb 7, 2024

Bednarczyk, Rita A. age 74 of Plymouth earned her Angel wings on February 7, 2024 after a hard fought battle with ovarian cancer. Rita was born in North Minneapolis to Andrew & Elizabeth (Fischer) Bednarczyk. She attended St. Anne's School and St. Anthony of Padua High School, both in Minneapolis. Rita graduated from St. Benedict's in Crookston where she...

Feb 7, 2024

Velma Christine Kingston, age 96, of Anoka, MN, died Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at the VOA Homestead of Anoka, with her daughter, Christine, by her side.

Velma was born June 17, 1927 in North Redwood Falls, MN, the daughter of Charles and Ruby Brandt. After graduation from Redwood Falls High School in 1945, Velma enrolled in the...

Feb 6, 2024

Brusven, Donna "Sharon" age 87, of Andover, MN passed away on February 6th, 2024. Sharon was born on July 28th, 1936 on the family Farm in Aitkin County, Minnesota. She was a graduate of Mora High School. She attended Bethel College and transferred to the University of Minnesota. After graduating, Sharon started her teaching career at Blake School in...

Feb 3, 2024

Lenae Haas, 63, beloved and faithful wife, mother, grandmother, cherished aunt, and dear friend to many, of Coon Rapids, MN, passed peacefully in her home and into the loving arms of her Savior, Saturday, February 3, 2024. Lenae was born in Grafton, ND and was raised in Hoople and Tioga ND. After graduating from Valley City State College, she...

Feb 3, 2024

Linda Kay Jones (nee Grams) age 77 of Anoka, Minnesota was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on January 19, 1947 and passed away peacefully on February 3, 2024. Preceded in death by husband Alan Zopfi, parents Morgan and Audrey Grams, sister Lana Awaijane, brothers Gary and Rodney. Linda is survived by daughter Kari Anderson, sons Steven Zopfi (Jay Shuler) and...

Jan 27, 2024

MacDonald, Dr. Mary E. of Champlin, MN was born in Superior, WI on July 15th, 1939. She passed away on Jan. 27th, 2024. Her mother and father, Zela and Ronald MacDonald, and her brother Ronald preceded her in death. She had no survivors.

Mary graduated from Cathedral Catholic High School in Superior and went on to graduate...

Jan 26, 2024

Struwve, Leone M. Leone, a loving lady of wisdom and wit, passed away Friday, 1/26/24 at the age of 92 in Anoka.

Survived by husband of 68 years Allen, 3 children and 9 grandchildren. Son & family: Tom (Mary Lou) Struwve, Stephen Struwve (Becky Wadleigh), Tim Struwve. Daughter & family: Jean (Vernon) Hammer, Dana Hammer (Anna), Meagan...

Jan 19, 2024

David Edward Beberger was born on January 26, 1934 in Belgrade, Minnesota, the son of Frank & Winifred (Moore) Beberger. He grew up and attended school in Brooten. He served in the Army from 1958 to 1960.

On June 30, 1962 David was united in marriage to Caroline Stang at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in...

Jan 17, 2024

Tainter, Betty J. age 87 of Anoka. Preceded in death by husband Willis, parents Leroy and Lena Berg, grandson Mark, granddaughter Laura, daughters-in-law Jan and Mary, siblings Donald, Ronald and Kenneth. Survived by sons Doug and Jeff, grandchildren Kelly, Angela, Tracy, Tanya, Mikael and Matthew, numerous great-grandchildren, siblings Marie, Edna, Raymond, Barb, Janny and Russell, nieces and nephews.  Funeral...

Jan 12, 2024

Phyllis Dargis, age 88 of Anoka, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 12th, 2024. Phyllis was born on December 2nd, 1935, the third and youngest child of Kenneth and Maybelle Dahlgren (Kallenberger). She was a lifetime resident of Anoka. Phyllis was the school secretary first at Franklin Elementary and then at Ramsey School. She was an accomplished artist, especially...

Jan 8, 2024

Lacey, Gertrude R. age 96, of Dayton, passed away on January 8, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Lacey; son, Steven Lacey; grandson, Daniel Boller; great-great- granddaughter, Kehlani Dunphy; brother, LeRoy Hagel. Survived by her children, Susan (Les) Bearl, Karen (Herb) BeBeau, Marion (Ken) Merryman, Elizabeth (Barrie) Daker, Robert Lacey, Janet (Chuck) Boller,...

Jan 7, 2024

Blanchette, Katherine E. age 69, of Andover. Katherine passed away on January 7, 2024. She left us, taking her memories of relaxing by the lake and cherished times with her grandchildren. Her passion for flowers and family gatherings by the lake home will be fondly remembered by all who knew her. Preceded in death by son Nathan, father Dr....

Jan 6, 2024

Hale, MaryLou C. age 91, of Anoka. Preceded in death by husband Darwin "Mick" and son-in-law Terry Belland. Survived by daughters Barbara (Toby) Engen, Jeannette Belland and Leslie (John) Scrivener, grandchildren Kim (Jim) Kline, Eric (Beth) Sigfrid, Joey Sigfrid and Jeremy Belland, great-grandchildren Shelby Kline, Riley Sigfrid and Vinnie Belland. Services will be held in the spring or early...

Jan 4, 2024

Perrin Burtness, Beverly A. age 94, of Anoka, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2024. She led a rich life raising a large family, being part of the Knight's of Columbus Women's Auxiliary, a key member in Community Concerts and a member of St. Stephen's Choir. Bev worked as a Health Para for 19 years at Washington Elementary School...