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Joseph Leo Judge

Joseph Leo Judge

Jul 17, 2020

Joseph L. Judge, age 83 of Champlin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Friday, July 17, 2020 at home.

In addition to his parents, Francis and Katherine (Moore) Judge, Joe was preceded in death by his son, Patrick; granddaughter, Afton Zirngible; sister and brother-in-law, Theresa and Bernard "Bud" Brey; brother-in-law, John Weideman.  He is survived by...

Marjorie Arlene Croteau

Marjorie Arlene Croteau

Jul 17, 2020

Croteau, Marjorie A. age 88 of Champlin passed away peacefully at her home July 17, 2020 surrounded by her family. Marge was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She was born February 7, 1932 in Morning Sun Iowa to Thomas and Vivian Linder and was the second of four children. Marge was a long- time employee...

Clyde Edward Holmbo

Clyde Edward Holmbo

Jul 15, 2020

Clyde E. Holmbo, age 94 of Champlin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at home.

A beloved husband, dad, and grandpa, Clyde was a World War II Navy veteran.  He was a 73-year charter member of the Champlin American Legion Post 600, member of the Coon Rapids VFW Post 9625, and a member of the...

Bradley Gordon Bethke

Bradley Gordon Bethke

Jul 15, 2020

Bradley G. Bethke, age 54 of Andover, died peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, July 15, 2020.

Brad loved life and lived it to the fullest. Many people that knew him consider Brad to be their "best friend." He is loved and will be missed by all of his family and friends!

In addition to...

Donald Gerhard Schmitz

Donald Gerhard Schmitz

Jul 10, 2020

Schmitz, Donald G. 'Don' Age 85 of Anoka. Preceded in death by parents, Al and Mary; and brothers, Richard, Florian and Leon. Survived by loving wife, Julie; daughters, Kathy (Jeff) Busse, Judy (Kevin) Kulsrud and Carol Schmitz, son, Ron (Shannon) Schmitz; grandchildren, Bryce, Kayla, Blake, Megan, Brooke, Eli, and Emma; siblings, Edna (Leonard) Orth, Dorothy Trisko, and Mary (Dan)...

Henry Luna Sanchez

Henry Luna Sanchez

Jul 9, 2020

Henry L. Sanchez, age 86 of Anoka, passed away on Thursday, July 9,. 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids.

In addition to his parents, Francisco and Juana (Luna) Sanchez, Henry was preceded in death by his daughter, Sherry Shubert; and granddaughter, Devon Wood.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Joan; sons, Michael...

Ross Alan Herman

Ross Alan Herman

Jul 8, 2020

Ross Alan Herman, age 60 of South Haven, went to heaven on Tuesday, July 8, 2020 after courageously battling cancer.

In addition to his parents, John and Jean (Hurley) Herman, Ross was preceded in death by his wife, Sandy.  He is survived by daughters, Chasady and Angela; granddaughters, Brooklyn and Ahnna; brothers, Reed (Sandy) and Randy (Peggy);...

Connor Jacob Waage

Connor Jacob Waage

Jul 5, 2020

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Connor Jacob Waage, age 16, our beloved son, brother, family member and friend passed away on Sunday, July 5th, 2020 in an automobile accident.

Those that knew Connor, even just a little, lost a huge shining light in their lives.

Connor will be missed everyday by...

Seamus Patrick Flynn

Seamus Patrick Flynn

Jul 4, 2020

Flynn, Seamus P. age 48 of Mpls.  He will be deeply missed by adoring wife, Tammy Swenson Flynn; "Daddies little fur baby" Jenga; parents, Mike and Casey; siblings, Brendan (Megan), Daynia (Brett), Coley, McKenna (Lance) and Brittagh (Patrick); nephews, Riley, Kieran, Wyatt and Quinn; mother-in-law, Kay; sister-in-law, Brenda (Paul); and hundreds of other family and friends.

Seamus...

Florence Harriet Berg

Florence Harriet Berg

Jul 4, 2020

Berg (Rambol), Florence H. age 83 of Anoka.  Owner of Rum River Draperies.  Preceded in death by husbands, Wayne Rambol and Don Berg.  Survived by children, Terri (Thomas) Gerster, Brian (Lisa) Rambol and Jennifer (Mark) Thorkildson; grandchildren, Stacy, Michael, Emily, Ashley, Joey and Madi; great-grandchildren, Stella, Hadley, Lynden, Owen, Max, Addie and Ian; step-children, Deb, Peter, Terriann and Don;...

Dean James Morton

Dean James Morton

Jul 2, 2020

Morton, Dean J. Formerly of St. Francis passed away at the age of 56 on July 2, 2020 after a brave 1 year battle with cancer. Dean was born November 15, 1963 at North Memorial Hospital to Clinton and Lucille Morton. He was the 7th of 8 children. Dean grew up on a farm 12 miles north of Anoka...

Charlotte Marie Swenson

Charlotte Marie Swenson

Jul 1, 2020

Charlotte Marie Swenson, age 74, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 with her husband, both sons and daughter-in-law at her side.  Shar was born in Wendover, Utah in 1945 to Phillip and Jane Becotte. She grew up with a military family and lived on various military bases including Alaska. She graduated from Grand Forks...

Shirley Ann Sanders

Shirley Ann Sanders

Jul 1, 2020

Shirley A. Sanders, age 85 of Andover, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 at Arbor Oaks Assisted Living in Andover.

In addition to her husband, Shirley was preceded in death by her son, daughter, grandson, and brother.  She will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

A Graveside Service will be held...

Michael Harvey "Mike" Nelson

Michael Harvey "Mike" Nelson

Jun 28, 2020

Michael H. "Mike" Nelson, age 66 of Andover, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at home.

Mike was a proud Veteran of the United States Army.  He had an incredible sense of humor and was a true "jokester" who could come up with a nickname for anyone or any situation.

In addition to his...

Linda Eilene Fox

Linda Eilene Fox

Jun 24, 2020

Fox, Linda E. age 72 of Ramsey, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2020. She beamed whenever she talked about her family and was so proud of them. She loved hard and wasn't afraid to to speak up if she felt something wasn't right. Preceded in death by her husband, Steven John Fox and parents, Edward and Lorena Richards. Survived...

Melvin Duane Bennett

Melvin Duane Bennett

Jun 18, 2020

Bennett, Melvin D. Age 66 of Oak Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and his Catholic Priest on June 19, 2020. Preceded in death by his parents, Duane and Josephine, brothers, Philip and Bruce. Mel is survived by his wife, Penny; sons, Matthew (Nova) Bennett, Ridg Main, Gabriel Bennett; step-son, Earl Main; grandsons, Axel & Beau; 9 siblings. PRIVATE...

Grady Nolan Crawford

Grady Nolan Crawford

Jun 17, 2020

Grady N. Crawford, age 95 of Coon Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at Guardian Angels Care Center in Elk River.

Grady is a World War II United States Navy Veteran.

A private family Graveside Service with Full Military Honors will take place at Morningside Memorial Gardens in Coon Rapids.

Arrangements...

Ronald Lee Olsbo

Ronald Lee Olsbo

Jun 14, 2020

Ronald Lee Olsbo, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away in Anoka, MN at the age of 83.  He attended Dakota State in Madison, SD on a full-ride football scholarship.  Ron married his high school sweetheart, Lorraine (Lorrie) Klassy in 1958.  Ron began his teaching career in Canton, SD where he taught high school science and assisted in coaching...

Lynn M. Olson

Lynn M. Olson

Jun 14, 2020

Lynn M. Olson, age 83 of Minnetonka, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2020 at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis.  Lynn's passing was unexpected.  Lori (her daughter) and Ginger (her friend) were there with her right before her passing.

Lynn was in the middle of the pack of ten children of Alveta and Porter Olson.  She was a rebel...

Donald Ray "Don" Bayer

Donald Ray "Don" Bayer

Jun 13, 2020

Donald R. "Don" Bayer, age 74 of Blaine, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at home.

Private family services will be held.

Arrangements entrusted to Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home of Anoka (763) 421-0220

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