Obituary Listings

Aug 14, 2021

Gladis Elaine (Sharratt) Weikert was born 9 October 1926 near Lynd, MN to Elmer and Essa (Langworthy) Sharratt. She died on 14 August 2021 in St. Paul, MN of heart disease. After graduating high school in 1944, she moved to Minneapolis, MN where she found work as a bookkeeper. She met Gordon Howard Weikert while dating his brother Harold....

Aug 13, 2021

Stewart Smith, "Papa", "Stewie", 72, died surrounded by his wife and kids on August 13, 2021.

Stew was born on November 9 th , 1948, in Crookston, MN to Norris and Marion Smith. He grew up in Nielsville, MN for most of his life and graduated from Climax Public Schools in 1966. That is where he met...

Aug 9, 2021

Bradley Holmbo, 66 of Ramsey Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday August 9, 2021 surrounded by his family.

Visitation and Celebration of Life will take place at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home in Anoka.  Thursday, August 19 from 3-8pm visitation & Friday, August 20 11:00 am Celebration of Life; visitation one hour prior. A luncheon will be hosted by...

Aug 8, 2021

Curton, Michael J. age 74 of Ham Lake, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2021. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, 4-wheeling, boating, spending time at the lake house and with the grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Dot; sister, Lisa Kim. Survived by his wife of 53 years, Linda; children, John (Lynn), Erin (Dino) Pakirtzis; grandchildren, Chasity, Kylie,...

Aug 8, 2021

JoAnn Eskelson (Boesche), age 78, of Glencoe, MN., passed away on August 8, 2021 at home in Ramsey, MN. JoAnn was born, to Victor and Laura Boesche, on October 4, 1942 in New Auburn township, Sibley County, MN. She went to high school in Glencoe, MN and graduated in 1960. She enjoyed reading, gambling and most of all her...

Aug 6, 2021

Marcene Kay (Loomis) Barkley, 74, of Nowthen, MN, passed away at her home on Friday, August 6, 2021.  She was surrounded by her husband of 56 years and her family.

Funeral and Internment services are planned for Thursday, August 12, 2021 at Thurston DeShaw Funeral Home 13817 Jay St. NW, Andover MN.  Visitation starts at 10:30 with...

Aug 5, 2021

In his 84 years, Larry Skogen taught his family and friends many things. He educated everyone he met about the magical combination of egg coffee and ginger snaps. He taught the importance of being able to fix a flat tire and change the oil in your car. The most important thing Larry taught us was how to live life...

Aug 4, 2021

Klonne, Dona "Babe" Clemens age 88 of Champlin, passed away on Wednesday, August 04, 2021. Dona was preceded in death by her husbands, Andrew Clemens and Don Klonne; son Craig Clemens; grandsons, Dustin Switalla and Nick Keyes; sister, Dyla Kemmetmueller and brother, Donald Bursch. She is survived by her children, Denise (Bob) Switalla, Becky (Wally) Bechtold, Mike Clemens, Jim...

Aug 1, 2021

Ottenstroer, Lucille M. "Lou" Feb 6, 1924-Aug 1, 2021, age 97, of Coon Rapids. Lou joined her Savior surrounded by her family in love and prayer. Her home was open to all, and she never met a stranger, only friends. She was known for her strong faith, quick wit and compassionate spirit. Lou was preceded in death by her...

Jul 31, 2021

LaCombe, Albert "Ray" age 85 of Andover, formerly of Blaine, passed away on July 31, 2021 surrounded by loved ones. Ray was a part of the The Minneapolis Commodores (A Barbershop quartet). Enjoyed singing both in the choir at church and with is family / friends. He loved fishing and baseball, he had a generous heart and a charming...

Jul 31, 2021

Nolan, Mary Catherine age 68 of Ramsey.  With saddened and heavy hearts, we announce that our wife, mother, grandmother, soon to be great-grandmother, sister, and friend, Mary Nolan, left our world on Saturday, July 31 unexpectedly.  Mary was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 5, 1952. She graduated from Regina High School, then went to St. Mary's for nursing...

Jul 27, 2021

Terry Pemberton, age 73 of Oak Grove, was born on March 9, 1940 in California and passed away on July 27, 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Terry served in the Military during the Vietnam Era. Former employee of NVent, aka Pentair formerly Hofman. Terry is survived by his wife, three children and spouses, seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Preceded in death...

Jul 26, 2021

Alrick Clauson Knight Sr.

Alrick Clauson Knight Sr. passed away at home on July 26, 2021, age 75. Rick was born October 9, 1945 to Robert Ashdown Knight and Marjorie Olive Clauson Knight in Bridgeport, CT and grew up in Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY. After graduating from Cornwall High School, he joined the U.S. Air Force, and...

Jul 24, 2021

Parent, Dianne Marie (Barnick). Dianne passed away peacefully from Alzheimer's with Al at her side at the age of 79 on July 24, 2021 at Johanna Shores in Arden Hills.  Dianne was born on October 15 th , 1941 in Midway Hospital in St. Paul MN.  She grew up in Arden Hills on the banks of Lake Johanna just...

Jul 23, 2021

Lorraine Emrose Bentley (nee Bjerkness) age 96 of Mounds View passed away peacefully on July 23, 2021. Lorraine was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She is preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Dale; and survived by her children, Wayne, Roy, Dean (Debby); grandchildren,Daniel, Brandon, Luca and Teegan; along with other family members and friends....

Jul 20, 2021

Jean Eleanor Rux nee Soiney passed away on July 20th, 2021.

Jean is survived by two daughters; Linda Wellman and Laurie Ronallo, grandchildren; Terry Wellman, Kristi Ronallo (Russell Paumen), and Brandon Ronallo, great granddaughter; Stella Ronallo. She is preceded in death by her loving husband; Clayton Rux, parents; Walter and Tillie Soiney, sister; Dorothy Smith and twin...

Jul 19, 2021

Schendel, Bertilla A. "Tillie" age 96, of Coon Rapids, formerly of Anoka. Preceded in death by husband Kenneth "Kenny" and son, Steven. Survived by children, Ron (Joanne), Leon (Peggy), Doug (Nancy), Phyllis (Greg) Detra, Carol (Buddy) Hedberg, Tom (Beckie) and Wayne, daughter-in-law, Barb Schendel, 18 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, sister, Zita Eull, nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial Monday,...

Jul 18, 2021

Bentz, Dr. Herman D. went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 18, 2021 at age 94. Herman "Ham" was born in Grand Rapids, MN June 8, 1927. He graduated from the University of MN Undergrad in 1949; Medical school 1953 and Surgical residency 1960. He married Joyce Frederick on July 3, 1953. Ham proudly served our...

Jul 15, 2021

Beau was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bennie & Loretta Ashworth and Marcus Reece.  He is survived by his parents, Bart & MaryBeth, sisters, Delanie & Madalyn, grandmother, Rebekah, uncles, aunts and cousins. Funeral Services Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 12 noon at Coon Rapids Evangelical Free Church, 2650 128th Avenue, N.W. Coon Rapids.  Interment Friday 12 noon...

Jul 15, 2021

Barnette, Robert L. "Bob" age 89 of Fridley, passed away on July 15, 2021. Bob was a longtime Fridley educator of 40 years, served on the Fridley City Council from 1976 1985 & 1996 2019, was an avid golfer and loved spending time with his family. Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur & Emma & sister, Lois. Survived...