Violet Marie Wegner
Jan 14, 2020
VIOLET MARIE (SCHULTZ) WEGNER
Violet was born on March 11, 1930 in a log cabin on the farm of her father, Ernest Henry Schultz, and his wife, the former Anna Jendrny, a few miles west of Butternut, WI. She was surrounded by eight siblings, Ernest Jr., Donald, Lorraine, Evelyn, William, Elaine, Arlene, and Merlin. Ernest...
William Eugene Pagel
Jan 9, 2020
Pagel, William E. "Bill" age 67 of Maple Grove passed away peacefully on January 9, 2020 surrounded by his family. Survived by loving wife of 47 years, Margie; children, Becky Pagel and Bonnie (James) Blekestad; grandchildren, Gavyn and Zoey; sister, Carol (Dave) Haider. Bill will also be remembered by his extended family, nieces, nephews and numerous dear friends. Funeral...
Rebecca Ann "Becky" Sobania
Jan 6, 2020
Rebecca A. "Becky" Sobania, age 36 of Anoka, passed away on Monday, January 6, 2020 at her home.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2020 at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay Street NW, Andover. Visitation one hour prior to the service (1:00 - 2:00 p.m.) Private Interment.
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Tatiana Joy Garvey
Jan 4, 2020
Tatiana Joy Garvey, 26, of Maple Grove, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020. She was born on July 15, 1993 in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, the daughter of Pamela Jobst, Michael Jobst, and Randall Garvey. Tatiana was a dreamer and was known to be a spit-fire. She loved with her whole heart and had a big laugh. She...
John Russell Walter
Jan 3, 2020
Walter, John R. age 79 of Anoka. Passed away peacefully at home 1/3/2020. He served his clients thru John R. Walter & Associates for 58 years. Preceded in death by daughter, Angela. Survived by loving wife of 58 years, Edie; daughters, Lisa (David) Baird, Susan (Mike) Weddle and Joy (Mark) Hess; grandchildren, Maia Walter, Lauren, Colin, Jane and Zach...
Mary Terese Thole
Jan 2, 2020
Thole, Mary T. age 70 of Champlin, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2020. Preceded in death by her parents, Genevieve and William; brothers, Chris and Tim. Survived by her husband, Craig, Children, Sarah (Brett), Josh (Annette); siblings, Jack, Genny, Joe, Bill, Kathy, Margie, Bernie, Russ, Teresa, Paul, Mike and many other loving relatives and friends. A Celebration of Mary's...
Bernard Malachiose Coelho
Jan 1, 2020
Dr. Bernard (Bernie) Malachiose Coelho, 85, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2020 surrounded by family.
The youngest of three boys, Bernie was born to Bernard and Mary Coelho in Kochi, India on November 3, 1934. He spent his formative years and early adulthood in-and-around Kochi building his family and career. He studied at both Maharajas College...
Michael Clyde Wheldon
Dec 31, 2019
Wheldon, Michael C. age 77 of Andover, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2019. He was a great husband, dad, grandpa and friend who enjoyed riding motorcycles and spending time at Crosslake. Mike served in the US Navy and was a retired member of the BPM motorcycle club. Preceded in death by his mother, June; step-father, Russ. Survived by...
Kirby Brian Morris
Dec 31, 2019
Kirby B. Morris, age 71 of Anoka, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at his home.
In addition to his parents, Arthur and Nona (Harrison) Morris, Kirby was preceded in death by his brothers, Robert and Terry; and sister, Darlene Davies. He is survived by his sons, Kevin and Daniel (Kimberly) Morris; grandchildren, Lee and...
Duane Maurice Swenson
Dec 27, 2019
Swenson, Duane Maurice "Dude" age 86 of Anoka was born on September 26th, 1933 in Proctor, MN and was reunited with his late wife, Barb, on December 27th, 2019. Duane is survived by his children, Jeff (Pat), Mike (Brooke), Valerie (Craig), Vicki (Jim) and his daughter-in-law, Julie. He had 11 grandchildren, Jessie (Tim), Jill (Colin), Mitch, Cara (Kyle), Maddie...
Virginia Alverda Reed
Dec 27, 2019
Reed, Virginia A. age 93, Anoka, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, Dec. 27, 2019. She was born June 23, 1926, in Lexington, McLean County, IL to Claude Casey and Maude Mae (Hale) Hill. She graduated from Kokomo High School in 1944 and came to the saving knowledge of the Lord as a teenager attending the...
Victor "Vic" Eugene Hagenah
Dec 26, 2019
Vic was preceded in death by his parents, Henry & Bernice, siblings, Irene, Millie, Ruth, Richard, John, Charles, Harry, Eleanor, Larry & Catherine. He is survived by his wife, Sharon, children, Greg, Lisa Vernick & Andy (Amy), grandchildren, Taylor, Brody, Charley, Matteo &Brygid, sister, Wanda Chisolm, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2020...
Beverly Jane Engels
Dec 25, 2019
Beverly J. Engels, age 83 of Anoka, passed away on Christmas Day, Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the Wellstead of Rogers.
In addition to her parents, Leo & Josephine (Rustand) Noon, Beverly was preceded in death by her husband, Duane; brothers, Vernon and Sherill; sister, Lolela Richards. She is survived by her children, Sheri (David) Brinker, Todd...
Evelyn Marie Holst
Dec 25, 2019
Evelyn Marie (Beckman) Holst, age 97 of Andover, slipped into arms of Jesus on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the Farmstead of Andover.
Evelyn Marie was born on November 23, 1922, the 3 rd child of Carl and Alice Beckman in Freedhem, MN, a small Swedish settlement in Morrison County. Raised in the Depression Era on a...
Louann Marlene Holton
Dec 23, 2019
LouAnn (Brown) Holton, age 74 of Coon Rapids, formerly of Greenbush, MN died on Monday, December 23, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids.
LouAnn was born on July 30, 1945 in Thief River Falls, MN to Selma H. (Johnson) Brown and Vester Albert Brown. She graduated from Greenbush High School in Greenbush, MN in 1963. Soon...
Harry Herbert Nelson
Dec 23, 2019
Harry was preceded in death by his daughter, Michelle, son, Jim "Jimmy", parents, Herbert & Marguerite, brother and sister. He is survived by his wife, Fern, children, Doug (Nicole) Erickson, Dale (Melissa) Quance and Kim Cotton, 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2020 at 11 am at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral...
Madisyn Alon Mevissen
Dec 20, 2019
Madisyn Alon Mevissen, age 11, of Andover, Minn., gained her angel wings on Dec. 20, 2019, and is now running free of Spinal Muscular Atrophy.
Madisyn was born April 17, 2008, to parents Jason and Jamie (Hollister) Mevissen. Madisyn was truly amazing and our "Never Give Up" girl. She took each challenge as it was presented. Madisyn...
Ruth Elaine Franklin
Dec 19, 2019
Ruth E. Franklin, age 89 of Anoka, passed away unexpectedly in the night on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, after spending the afternoon with friends, celebrating the Christmas season.
Originally from Willmar, Minnesota, Ruth moved to Anoka in 1955 with her husband, Ken Franklin. She quickly established herself in social circles, political...
Julia Ann Mary Champagne
Dec 17, 2019
Julia Marie Champagne was called to heaven on December 17, 2019. Julia was 87 when she departed on her latest journey. Julia originally traveled from West Virginia to Minnesota after marrying Albert Champagne. She is now reunited with her husband as well as her daughter Kathy, her parents, and many siblings. Julia loved her family. She was the mother of...
Duane "Bud" Edwin Redepenning
Dec 13, 2019
Redepenning, Duane E. "Bud" age 92 of Anoka. Bud was born and raised in Madison, MN, before moving to Anoka where he was a 30 year employee of the Anoka County Highway Department. He was an active member in the American Legion for many years and served as the State of Minne-sota Commander from 1986-1987. Preceded in death by...
