Obituary Listings

Mar 5, 2021

Marjorie Elaine Thyken, age 85, of Medina, Minnesota died March 5, 2021 after suffering a severe stroke.

Margie was active, strong willed, and damn independent.  She was an accomplished artist and painter, focusing much of her energy on the Sumi-e Japanese ink style of painting.  She was focused on her technique and truly enjoyed her time in...

Mar 4, 2021

In Loving Memory

Jeanette Louise Pasche, 77, of Andover, MN, passed away on Thursday, March 4, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Jan was born on February, 28, 1944, to Walter and Loretta Krone in Ottawa, Illinois. She was baptized on July 9, 1944 at Elston Methodist Church in Chicago, Illinois...

Mar 1, 2021

Shirley (Lois) Rickard, age 95, of Minneapolis passed away Monday, March 1, 2021.  Shirley was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, community volunteer and friend. Shirley enjoyed bowling in leagues for many years, was an avid reader and loved her crossword puzzles. Shirley volunteered many places throughout her life including the Courage Center of Mpls, the Servicemen's Center...

Feb 27, 2021

William David Karels passed away unexpectedly at his lake home on Big Sandy Lake in McGregor, Minnesota at the age of 60.  A private memorial service will be held at the Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home in Anoka, MN  on March 12, 2021.  A celebration of life will be held later this summer.

Bill was born on December 13,...

Feb 27, 2021

Connie Lee Uhrich, age 74 of Cedar, MN passed away peacefully with her two children by her

side at Mercy Hospital on 2/27/21.

Connie was born August 27, 1946 in Presho, SD. She was a woman of God. Who cared deeply

for her family. She loved to volunteer and help others in any...

Feb 25, 2021

Schotzko, Jennifer A. age 45 of Andover, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2021 surrounded by her family, she will be deeply missed. Jennifer is preceded in death by her grandparents, Joseph & Gladys Schaffan and father Rollin Hansen. She is survived by her husband of 22 years, Brad; children, Derrek & Paige; mother, Mary Jo Schaffan; along with...

Feb 22, 2021

Thorud, Bradley D. age 64 of Ramsey, passed away on February 22, 2021. He was a loving husband, father, grandpa who enjoyed outdoor activities with family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Patricia and Vernon. Survived by wife, Jean; children, Mike (Jennifer), Jennifer (Kody) Seibert; granddaughters, Quinn and Morgan; siblings, Kathy Anderson, Barb, Kevin (Donna Cooper), Susan (John) Nilson;...

Feb 19, 2021

Herr, Jane C. Age 84 of Coon Rapids. Jane lost her battle with cancer on February 19, 2021. Jane took pride in everything especially her house, yard, plants and garden. She enjoyed canning & sewing but most of all seeing her family. She adored spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family meant everything to her. Jane was preceded...

Feb 19, 2021

Herr, Jane C. Age 84 of Coon Rapids. Jane lost her battle with cancer on February 19, 2021. Jane took pride in everything especially her house, yard, plants and garden. She enjoyed canning & sewing but most of all seeing her family. She adored spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Family meant everything to her. Jane...

Feb 18, 2021

Dolores Ann Jeska was born to Edward and Lucille Urhammer in Tama County, Iowa. Dolores graduated from Turtle Lake High School in Wisconsin in 1957. She married Ervin Edward Jeska of Turtle lake on June 21 st , 1958. They raised five children together and she worked as an elementary school cafeteria manager for District 11 for 30 years....

Feb 17, 2021

Burgess-Thurston, Lola "Jean" age 84 of Anoka, passed away at home on Feb. 17, 2021 in Gilbert, AZ. She was born August 21, 1936 in Minot, ND and was a resident of Anoka since 1963. Jean was one of a kind, full of life and adventure, she will be remembered with great fondness by many friends and colleagues. She...

Feb 14, 2021

Michael was preceded in death by his father, Michael and grandfather, John Schmitz.  He is survived by his mother, Peggy (Danny) Hakos, daughter, Elizabeth and son, Max, sister, Jacquelyn (Neal) Dalton, grandparents, Doris & Gene Larson, Marianne Schmitz and Marlene Brown, nephew, Porter, former wife, Kayla Schmitz and his dog, Carlos. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic private family services...

Feb 13, 2021

Ray, James M. age 69 of Ramsey, passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2021. James loved telling stories, going to the cabin, fishing and could fix anything. Preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Louise; sister, Laureeta DeRosier. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Sheryl; children, Stacy (John) Kaluza, Amber (Ryan) Sundeen; grandchildren, Ashtyn Sundeen (Savannah Young),...

Feb 12, 2021

Wells, Merle C. age 92 of Anoka, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 12, 2021 at River Oaks in Anoka, Minnesota. He was born June 2, 1928 in Becker, Minnesota. He served in the Marine Corps during the Korean War and then went on to work at Federal Cartridge for 30 years. He married Lucille Kolbinger on July 1, 1950...

Feb 12, 2021

Sodman, Geraldine H. age 83 of Ramsey.  Born Nov. 24, 1937 to parents, Kenneth & Harriet McCabe, peacefully passed away Feb. 12, 2021.  She is preceded in death by parents; siblings, John, Margaret, Eddie, Mary and Buster; grandson, Daryll.  Survived by loving daughters, Kim (Harvey), Kelly (Charlie), Kris and Kathy; grandsons, Dan, Dustin, Paul and Jack; great-granddaughter, Zoey.  A...

Feb 9, 2021

Robert "Bob" J. Batsche, age 69 of Anoka, loving husband, father, brother and grandfather passed away Tuesday February 9th, 2021. After graduating high school Bob joined the Navy where he spent most of his time stationed in Hawaii, Japan and the Philippines. After being honorably discharged, Bob worked a few odd jobs and eventually was accepted into an apprenticeship with...

Feb 3, 2021

Hooper (Zemke), Judy Ann 72, of Maple Grove, form- erly of Anoka passed away peacefully on February 3, 2021. She was born on August 18, 1948. Personal Banker at 1st National Bank Anoka/Norwest/Wells Fargo for 25 years before retiring in 2008. Member of Martha Chapter #132 for 45 years. Preceded in death by husband Steve Hooper; parents Emmett &...

Feb 3, 2021

Auchter (Stenglein) Marian J. age 96 of Coon Rapids, passed away on February 3, 2021. She was a Life Time Member of the Champlin Legion Auxillary. Preceded in death by husbands, Kenneth Stenglein & Richard Auchter; daughter, Shirley Tischbirek; brothers, George & Robert Goodrich; sisters, Elsie Dargis, Helen Stenglein & Beatrice Hoppenrath. Survived by children, Sheila (Kenneth) Brisbin, Del...

Feb 1, 2021

Bentley, Dale Lloyd, age 96 of Lino Lakes, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2021, after a brief illness.  Dale was born November 23, 1924 to Benjamin and Mae Bentley in Mingo, IA.  He attended high school in Spooner, WI.  Dale served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during WWII.  Dale had a long career...

Jan 30, 2021

Gertz, Ricky J. age 76 of Cedar, passed away January 30, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, John & Christine; sister, Sherrie; great-granddaughter, Blaise. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandra (nee Shegstad); children, Norrine (Chris), Tim (Roxy), Jeff (Lalyn); 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Judy (Joe), Delores (Ron); along with many other loving family and friends....