Obituary Listings

Aug 28, 2023

Edith Swanson Walter, age 80, of Anoka. Passed away peacefully at home Monday, August 28, 2023. She served her family well as a wife and wonderful mom.  Edie was a co-founder of New Life Homes Crisis Pregnancy Center and owned The Balcony women's clothing store. She also facilitated many women's Bible Studies and co-led youth groups with John throughout...

Aug 21, 2023

Meyer, James A. "Jim" age 70 of Anoka passed away at his home in Anoka on August 21, 2023. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Nicholas & Josephine Meyer. He is survived by his siblings Mary (Mike) Kulseth, Gary Meyer & Susan Meyer and nephew Andrew (Jennifer) Kulseth. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, September 6, 2023 at...

Aug 19, 2023

Graham, Steven M. age 40 of Anoka. Preceded in death by his grandfather Melvin Patrick, sister Naomi and cousin JoAnna. Survived by mother Carol, father Gary, son Harrison and Harrison's mother Candace, grandmother Carol Patrick and many other loving family. Memorial Services Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 11 am at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay Street, NW, Andover. Visitation...

Aug 19, 2023

Janice "Jan" L. Evans age 65 of Andover, MN passed away peacefully in her home on August 19th, 2023 after recurrent battles with cancer. Jan was born on March 29, 1958 in Braham, MN to Dale & Shirley (Laman) Halberg. She graduated from Coon Rapids High School and later attended the Carlson School of Management at the University of...

Aug 17, 2023

Rosemary Annette Pyka (Ronyak), age 94, of Anoka, passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2023. Rosemary loved to dance and was active in her polka group. She was a member of St. Stephen's Catholic Church where she volunteered for many years.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Pyka; parents, Benedict and Mary Ronyak; brothers,...

Aug 16, 2023

Reddig, nee Grangaard, Connie Jean age 54 of Coon Rapids passed away on Aug 16, 2023 surrounded by family and loved ones. Preceded in death by her mother Jean, father Donald, sister Robyn, husband Larry and soulmate Ricco. Survived by sisters Kristine Baker (Chris Gamm) and Kathy Grangaard, nephews Kody and Deion, niece Lindsay and many many friends and...

Aug 16, 2023

Phillip Allen McLain, age 75, of St. Francis, passed away unexpectedly on August 16, 2023, as his heart stopped functioning. After a day spent doing what he loved best, woodworking, and figuring, he was transported to and then pronounced dead at the hospital.

Phillip was born on Dec 3rd, 1947, in Des Moines, Iowa to Donald and...

Aug 16, 2023

Cheryl Jayne Bliss-George, age 57, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Catherine Bliss.

Cheryl is survived by her siblings, Nicole (Brian Thole), and David (Ann Budig); niece, Chloe; and nephews, Matthew and Eli.

A small graveside service will be held for Cheryl...

Aug 15, 2023

Telle, Alice D. age 88 of Andover peacefully went home to be with the Lord on August 15, 2023.

Alice Dorothy Telle was a loving wife, mom, daughter, sister, gramma, great gramma and great, great gramma. She was also a very devoted follower of Jesus Christ and friend to many.  If you had the pleasure of meeting...

Aug 12, 2023

Richard "Rick" Brodersen, 72, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on August 12, 2023 after a courageous year and a half battle with AML.

Rick was born on August 10, 1951 to Elmer and Dorothy Brodersen in Duluth, MN. He grew up in Coon Rapids, MN where he spent many memorable years...

Aug 11, 2023

Annamarie Frances "Ann" Langlie (nee. Seliger), age 81, of Champlin, MN, passed away on Aug. 11, 2023.

Ann, a devout Catholic and dedicated educator, was born June 15, 1942, in Chicago, IL. She grew up in the Chicago suburbs, enjoyed playing basketball and bike riding and graduated from Palatine Township High School. Ann then graduated from Northern...

Aug 10, 2023

Quigley, Jean H, age 87, of Milaca, formerly long-term resident of Coon Rapids, peacefully passed away into the arms of Jesus August 10, 2023.

Jean was born November 8, 1935, as the only child of Lewis and Helen of Columbia Heights. She was married in May of 1957 to Roy E. Quigley Jr., whom she loved dearly;...

Aug 8, 2023

Kathleen Grace Olson Born: August 16, 1950

Transition to Breathing New Air: August 8, 2023

Kathleen (Kay) Wright was born in Vinton, Iowa. Her Dad (William Wright) was from Iowa and her mother (Grace Meyer) was from Chicago. They met while attending Bethel College in St. Paul, Minnesota. They...

Aug 5, 2023

H. Arlene Peterson, age 80, of Roseville and formerly Anoka, MN, passed away on Saturday, August 5th, 2023.

Arlene was born on October 15, 1942, in Bellingham, WA. She was the youngest of eight children, and she graduated from Ferndale High School in 1960. She then attended Bethel University from 1960 to 1961; on August 24, 1962,...

Aug 1, 2023

Belland, Terrance G. "Terry" age 81 of Zimmerman.  It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Terry on August 1st after a valiant 7 year battle with prostate cancer. We are comforted knowing he is rejoicing in heaven with his Lord and Savior. Terry spent many winters in Fort Myers, Florida and Texas. He loved traveling in...

Jul 29, 2023

Kathleen Mary "Kathy" Wallace, age 57, of Ramsey, MN, passed away on Saturday, July 29, 2023.

She was born on July 31, 1965, in Dickinson, North Dakota to Joseph and Mary Buckley. Kathy graduated from High School in 1984, married her husband, Bill, four years later in 1988, and together they had their daughter, April, in 1993....

Jul 27, 2023

Neil John Polaski, a resident of Brainerd, Minnesota passed away unexpectedly on July 27th, 2023 at the age of 86. Neil was preceded in death by his daughter, Krestin Datko- Polaski and his parents, Florence & John and his sisters Loretta & Lorna.

Neil was a Military Veteran that had served overseas. He was a devoted family...

Jul 27, 2023

Wayne Robert Zenk, age 73, passed away July 27th, 2023.  He was preceded in death by parents Paul and Myrtle Zenk, brother Jerome (Jerry) Zenk, and daughter Rachel Zenk.

Wayne was a loving husband, father, grandfather, uncle, and friend, and was quick to find ways to help his loved ones.  His experience building his house with his...

Jul 21, 2023

Donais, Leroy H. "Lee" age 81 of Ramsey passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his wife and daughters on July 21, 2023.  Lee was an Air Force Veteran and a Master Electrician working with Hennepin County for many years. Preceded in death by his parents Henry & Eleanora and brothers Richard & Maynard. Survived by his wife...

Jul 18, 2023

Melvin Lee Patrick age 92 of Coon Rapids passed away on July 18, 2023 at Unity Hospital in Fridley. Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather. He was preceded in death by his granddaughters JoAnna & Naomi and his parents Melvin & Frances. Melvin is survived by his wife Carol, children Sherri Anderson, Gary Graham, Michael (Monica) Graham, Brian Patrick,...