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Linda Kay Kallestad

Linda Kay Kallestad

Oct 27, 2025

Linda was born April 26, 1948 in Anoka, MN and passed away on October 27, 2025. She declined these past few years from aggressive dementia and related issues. Linda lived in or near the Anoka, MN area most of her life. She graduated from Anoka High School in 1966 and worked in quality control/medical parts inspection during much of...

Gerald "Jerry" Donald Drum

Gerald "Jerry" Donald Drum

Oct 26, 2025

Gerald D. Drum "Jerry" age 79 of Andover, MN passed away on October 26, 2025. Jerry loved working and was a successful owner / operator of The Rum River Inn and McDuffs Bar and Grill. Jerry and Peggy enjoyed boating down in Florida as well as adventures in the Great Lakes. They were able to explore America in their...

Donald James Curnow

Donald James Curnow

Oct 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Donald James Curnow February 14, 1960 – October 25, 2025

Donald James Curnow, born in Watervliet, Michigan, and raised Wisconsin-with a meaningful chapter spent in New Zealand-passed away after a several year battle with early onset Lewy Body Dementia. Don was a man of intellect and curiosity. He graduated from the University of...

Albert Frank Bailey

Albert Frank Bailey

Oct 22, 2025

In Loving Memory of Albert Frank Bailey

April 26, 1931 ~ October 22, 2025

Albert Frank Bailey, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong musician, passed away peacefully on October 22nd, 2025, surrounded by family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and unity that will echo through generations....

Gerald Wayne Kramer

Gerald Wayne Kramer

Oct 17, 2025

Gerald "Gerry" Kramer, age 82, of Elk River, Minnesota, passed away on October 17, 2025, surrounded by family and love. Born in August 1943 on a small farm in Tracy, Minnesota, Gerry grew up during the backdrop of World War II - a time that shaped his lifelong appreciation for hard work, resourcefulness, and the simple value of a...

Judy Lynn Herrala

Judy Lynn Herrala

Oct 15, 2025

Herrala, Judy Lynn age 60 of Nowthen passed away on October 15, 2025.  Judy was born in Duluth, MN on August 12, 1965. Graduated from Cloquet High School in 1983. Graduated from Nursing school in 1986.  She married Mark S. Herrala on October 15, 1994.  Judy was active in Women of Today, the Lions Club, and played handbells at...

Janice C Bottineau

Janice C Bottineau

Oct 14, 2025

Janice C. Bottineau age 91 of Ramsey, passed into Jesus's loving arms on October 14, 2025 after a short illness.

Janice loved her Lord and family. Once an avid crafter, she loved her friends at Savannah Oaks apartment building. Her coffee in the morning and glass of wine at night provided her with great contentment. She loved...

Elaine Mary Rischmiller

Elaine Mary Rischmiller

Oct 13, 2025

Rischmiller, Elaine M age 89 of Coon Rapids, formerly of Anoka was born on November 21, 1935 in Vernon Center, MN.  She passed way on October 13, 2025 at Camilia Rose Assisted Living surrounded by her loving family.  She was preceded in death by husband, Darvon; and 4 brothers.  Survived by children, Christie (David) Hyer, Wendy Rischmiller, and Keith...

James John Myers

James John Myers

Oct 13, 2025

Myers, James J. age 76 of Anoka, passed away on October 13, 2025 from Alzheimer's Disease.

He was preceded in death by his son, James W. Myers; parents, John C. Myers and Elizabeth L. Myers and niece, Nicole Anderson all of North St. Paul, MN . James is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sally; sons,...

Steven Michael Beck

Steven Michael Beck

Oct 10, 2025

Beck, Steven M. age 69 of Brooklyn Park passed away at his home on October 10, 2025. He was born on November 3, 1955 in Minneapolis. Preceded in death by father Cyrus and sister Judy McSpadden. Survived by mother Ruth, brothers Ronnie, Al (Becky) and  Gary, sister Renee Bongiovanni, many nieces and nephews. Private family services will be held....

Dr. Matthew David Yelle

Dr. Matthew David Yelle

Oct 8, 2025

Yelle, Dr. Matthew D. "Matt" age 96 of Anoka. On October 8, 2025, Dr. Matt Yelle passed away at home at the age of 96 with his loving family close by. Matthew David Yelle was born in Pittsburgh, PA on August 18, 1929, the youngest of three children of Ann Kilcullen and Matthew Ferdinand Yelle. When Matt was four...

John William Barlingar

John William Barlingar

Oct 5, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John Barlingar, a man of boundless energy and intelligence. John was born on August 9, 1953, and transitioned out of this life on October 5, 2025. Through his journey of 72 years, he touched many lives with his wisdom, humor, and an unwavering spirit of perseverance.

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Rocky Keith Anderson

Rocky Keith Anderson

Oct 4, 2025

Rocky Keith Anderson age 49 of Cambridge went to be with the Lord on October 4, 2025.

Rocky loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed the outdoors, mostly hunting, fishing and snowmobiling. Rocky would help anyone in need and was a great listener. Rocky married his high school sweetheart and raised his family with...

Barbara Jo Soucy

Barbara Jo Soucy

Oct 3, 2025

Soucy, Barbara Jo, "Barb" age 81 of Monticello. Barb discovered early on that her calling was connecting with people. She turned that gift into a career as a hairstylist, transforming not just appearances but relationships and lives. Her salon chair was more than a place for haircuts, it was a place of stories, laughter and friendship. Barb had a...

Gerald Keith Swanson

Gerald Keith Swanson

Sep 22, 2025

Gerald K. "Jerry" Swanson passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at the age of 83.

Jerry grew up with a deep love for the outdoors and simple joys. He found happiness in fishing, spending time with his dogs, and building model airplanes that he would later fly with his RC flying club friends. His patience, creativity,...

Bradford William Sax Jr.

Bradford William Sax Jr.

Sep 19, 2025

Bradford William Sax Jr. (Brad), age 82 of Outing, Minnesota, passed away on September 19, 2025.

Born on April 27, 1943, to Bradford William Sax Sr. and Donna (Compain) Sax, Brad was the oldest of four children. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Barbara Sax. He is survived by his siblings Delores...

Patricia Gail Maeder

Patricia Gail Maeder

Sep 16, 2025

Patricia Maeder passed away at home, surrounded by her son Samuel, daughter Rebecca, and daughter-in law Kristen on 16, Sept 2025.  After battling cancer twice and a near death scare on Easter, Patricia has been living with her son on hospice.  She had been doing well since starting hospice and her change was sudden.  But she was able to...

Steven Kenneth Sporre

Steven Kenneth Sporre

Sep 14, 2025

Funeral service Saturday, September 27, 2025 - 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior at Constance Free Church, 16150 Constance Blvd. NW, Andover, MN. A luncheon and time of fellowship will follow the service.  Interment Constance Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Constance Free Church or directly to the family.

Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home...

Timothy Michael Delaney

Timothy Michael Delaney

Sep 14, 2025

Timothy Michael Delaney, 66, of Oak Grove, MN passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early morning hours of Sunday, September 14, 2025. Stoic to the end, Tim succumbed to the cancer he had battled for 5 years. Tim was born and raised in Roseville, MN. Preceded in death by his Mother, Gladys Vosika, Stepfather, Gene Vosika and...

Janet Marie Rootes

Janet Marie Rootes

Sep 8, 2025

Rootes, Janet M. age 77 of Ham Lake, passed away on September 8, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Frances Wojciechowski. Janet was survived by her children, David (Jennifer) Rootes and Sarah Rootes; grandaughters, Mackenzie and Abigail Rootes. A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 11 AM with a...

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