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Beverly Jean "Bev" Dehn

Beverly Jean "Bev" Dehn

Jan 23, 2020

At age 94, our beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on January 23, 2020; she was a lifelong resident of Anoka.  She was preceded in death by husband Lennie, the love of her life, by her father and mother, G.J. Hastings and Cora Sours Hastings, and by her brother and sister-in-law, Jim and Margaret (Paquette) Hastings.  She...

Marie Ann Pelowski

Marie Ann Pelowski

Jan 23, 2020

Marie A. Pelowski, age 75 of Hinckley, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at her home.

Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Helen (Deitz) Harrier.  She is survived by her beloved husband of 26 years, Jerry; children, David (Lori), Kristen (Alvie) Fritsinger, Zac Larsen, and Tina Learned; many loved grandchildren and...

Deloria Mae Greskowiak

Deloria Mae Greskowiak

Jan 20, 2020

Deloria Mae (Demarais) Greskowiak, age 81 was born on October 2, 1938 in Crookston, MN, to William and Lucille Demarais, passed away on January 20, 2020 in Coon Rapids after battling dementia. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Lucille (Vaudrin) Demarais; sisters, Margaret Audette & Cynthia Demarais. Survived by Sylvester Greskowiak; sons, Michael (Sue) Greskowiak & Bryan...

Arlene Nelda Olson

Arlene Nelda Olson

Jan 20, 2020

Olson, Arlene N. Age 89 of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by her husband Leonard; parents Nels and Elsie Bredeson; brother Donald Bredeson; son-in-law, Jeffrey Little. Survived by children Linda (Merlin) Stier, Sandra (Mark) Harvey, Sheryl (Timothy) Lehn, Richard (Wendy) Olson, Darrell (Debra) Olson and Denise (David) Klingbeil; 17 grand children; 35 great grandchildren; sisters Lucille Navarro and Norine...

John Leighton Washburn, Jr.

John Leighton Washburn, Jr.

Jan 19, 2020

John Leighton Washburn, Jr., age 65 of Anoka, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020 at his home.

John was preceded in death by his father, John L. (Jack) Washburn.  He is survived by his mother, Marilyn Washburn; sister, Rhonda (Michael) Charboneau; brother, Corbin Washburn; friend, Steven George; niece, Carlee (Kevin) Carney; nephews, Tyler and Max Washburn,...

Tracy Jo Kraus

Tracy Jo Kraus

Jan 19, 2020

Kraus (nee Erickson) Tracy Jo, age 56 of Otsego, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, January 19, 2020 after a 3 year battle with cancer.  Preceded in death by her parents, Art and Karen Erickson.  Tracy is survived by the love of her life, Paul; step-sons, Andy and Sean Kraus; and many other loving family and friends. ...

Ronald Robert Collier

Ronald Robert Collier

Jan 18, 2020

Collier, Ronald R. age 81 of Coon Rapids, passed away on January 18, 2020 at Mercy Hospital surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Ron was born on May 5th, 1938 in Ida Grove, Iowa. In Dad's younger years, he was an avid golfer, bowler, trap shooter and hunter. He continued golfing on Sunday mornings until his COPD took that away....

Margaret Christine Torborg

Margaret Christine Torborg

Jan 16, 2020

Torborg, Margaret C. age 91 of Champlin, passed away January 16, 2020. Preceded in death by her husband, James; son, Tom; 5 brothers & 4 sisters. Survived by her son, David (Jim Witheridge); daughter, Jean (Dave) Jones; daughter-in-law, Melanie; grandchildren, Benjamin (Alex), Alex (Jen), Hannah (Corey) Davis, Rachel & William Jones; great-granddaughter, Rowan; along with many other loving family and...

Kipp Peter Ringwelski

Kipp Peter Ringwelski

Jan 16, 2020

Ringwelski, Kipp P. Age 66 of Andover. Preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Shirley and brother Guy. Survived by wife, Joyce; daughters, Michelle Ringwelski, Wendy Brandstrom, Mary (Tony) Deitz; grandchildren, Faith, Chase, Colten, Clayton, Isabael; brothers, Brice (Shari), Ron (Sharon); nieces and nephews. Funeral services Fri. Jan. 24, 2020 at 11am at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817 Jay...

Violet Marie Reynolds

Violet Marie Reynolds

Jan 15, 2020

Violet M. Reynolds, age 96 of Brooklyn Park, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids.

Violet was born on the family farm in Grygla, MN and helped her parents and siblings with the daily chores.  She was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith at Valley Church. ...

Violet Marie Wegner

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

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

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.

In...

Tatiana Joy Garvey

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

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