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Mary Beth Juergens
Jul 12, 2019
Juergens, Mary Beth Age 68 of Anoka. Survived by husband Tom; daughter Jaime (Huntz) Colburn; son Jeremy (Katie) Juergens; grandchildren Hannah, Cason, Max, Cohen and June; brother David Cornwall; sister Marcia (Jim) Abbott; nieces and nephews. Funeral services Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 14501 Nowthen Blvd. N.W.,, Ramsey. Visitation 5-7 PM...
Janice Marlene Halverson
Jul 11, 2019
Janice M. Halverson, age 80 of Champlin, passed away on Thursday, July 11, 2019 at her home.
In addition to her parents, Floyd and Mildred (Englund) Mikkelson, Janice was preceded in death by her husband, Donald. She is survived by her children, Richard, Steven (Renae), Mark (Kristi), and Dennis; 7 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Dennis Mikkelson; along...
Duane Leroy Mellesmoen
Jul 11, 2019
Mellesmoen, Duane L. age 83 of Champlin, MN, formerly of Silver Bay, MN, passed away July 11, 2019. He worked at Reserve Mining for almost 30 years, he was also drafted into the Army, worked on the Superior hiking trail and enjoyed his 13 years being employed at Tettegouche State park. He loved spending time with his family/friends, watching...
Raymond H. Pesola
Jul 10, 2019
Pesola, Raymond H. age 87 of Anoka, Minnesota was born in Ironwood, Michigan on May 14, 1932 and graduated from Michigan Tech with a degree in Electrical Engineering. He was a longtime employee of Honeywell in the Twin Cities in the Aerospace Division. Raymond is survived by his wife of 64 years, Carol, children, Scott, Sherry (John) DeOtis and Troy...
Mary Jo Carr
Jul 6, 2019
Mary Jo Carr, age 66 of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, July 6, 2019 at home.
Mary Jo was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Patricia (McNaughton) Robertson. She is survived by her children, Rebecca and Adam; grandson, Braden; 5 siblings; also many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
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Meredith Ann Ewing
Jul 4, 2019
Meredith A. Ewing, age 77 of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Thursday, July 4, 2019 at home.
In addition to her parents, Earl and Reba (Stonebarger) Ewing, Meredith was preceded in death by her grandmother, E.T. Stonebarger; and nephew, Johnny Ewing. She is survived by her spouse, Karen Melby; brother, Phillip (Sylvia) Ewing;...
John Gary Fields
Jul 3, 2019
Fields, John G. 2/22/1976 - 7/3/2019 Age 43 of Anoka. Preceded in death by his father, John "Jack" Fields, grandparents, Edward and Lorraine Fields and Julian Molina. Survived by wife, Melissa; children, John, Bryce, Hope, Gabriel, Cecilia, and Kolton; mother, Delia Fields; grandmother, Josefina Molina; sisters, Jessica (Brad) Kuklock, Yesenia Fields, and Julie Fields; 5 nieces and nephews. Memorial...
Donald Sylvester "Donnie" Sipe
Jul 1, 2019
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Donald S. "Donnie" Sipe, age 70 of Ramsey, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids.
Donnie served in the United States Navy from 1968 to 1970 and worked 35 years for Kraus Anderson Construction Company.
He is survived by his wife, Judy; son,...
Willie Joe Ekmark
Jul 1, 2019
Ekmark, Willie Joe 2/27/80 - 7/1/19 Loving son of Michael and Lana Ekmark of Ramsey. Survived by best friend Sparky. Willie was a beautiful soul who will be deeply missed by many family members and friends. A memorial service will be held in his honor on Friday July 12 at 11am with visitation beginning at 10am at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral...
Roxanne Rene Morrison
Jun 28, 2019
Roxanne Rene Morrison (Thompson) was born March 6, 1947, in Minneapolis, MN, to Lawrence Z. and Marion L. (Bystedt) Thompson. She was raised in Richfield and graduated from Richfield High School in 1965. She worked tirelessly to provide for her family, cooking and managing restaurant operations at various establishments around Minnesota. Roxy enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, card games,...
Gary Scott Arnold
Jun 27, 2019
Arnold, Gary S. age 64 of Ramsey. Born July 25, 1954 in Park Rapids, MN to parents, Lawrence & Margaret, passed away June 27, 2019 at his home in Ramsey, MN. He is preceded in death by parents, Lawrence & Margaret; and 1 brother. Survived by loving wife, Jill; son, Cory; daughter, Lisa (Steven) Fiebing; grandchildren, Lucy, Jacob, Phoenix,...
Chad Eric Tofteland
Jun 26, 2019
Tofteland, Chad E. age 25 of Ramsey, rose up with the Angels on June 26, 2019. He loved his family and friends with all his heart. Preceded in death by his grandparents, Erling & Ann Tofteland and Dr. Frank Stickel. Survived by his parents, Sally & Andrew; brother, Matthew; grandmother, Sharon Stickel; his kitty, Thunder, and many other loving...
Zara Belle Iund
Jun 21, 2019
Iund, Zara B. Age 97 of Anoka, died on June 21 in Coon Rapids. Zara was born in Pryor, OK on Oct. 25, 1921 to Jim and Lena Iund. Zara and family moved to Minnesota in the early 1940's settling in Anoka County. She had many jobs before earning her RN Degree in 1959, a great accomplishment for her,...
Louis George Steinke
Jun 20, 2019
Steinke, Louis G. age 100 of Anoka, formerly of Champlin. Louis married Mary Katherine Gonse on July 16, 1942 and lived their whole married life in Champlin, MN. He was a WWII veteran and served in the Army for 3 years. He also retired from Ford Motor Company in 1969 after 30 plus years. Preceded in death by wife, Mary;...
Alfred Jimmy Oftedahl
Jun 18, 2019
Oftedahl, Alfred Jimmy "Jim" age 84 of Andover passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June18. Jim was born and raised in Chicago, IL. He recalled hopping the streetcar to get to school at Morgan Park High School. He entered the Navy at age 17 during the Korean War. After boot camp in San Diego, he was stationed...
Terry Germain Free
Jun 16, 2019
Terry G. Free, age 93 of Andover, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at her home.
Terry was a teacher for over 30 years at Franklin Elementary School.
In addition to her parents, George and Maude (Bangs) Germain, Terry was preceded in death by her husband, Quinley Free; siblings, George and Jeanne Germain. She...
Elaine Ella Stoffel
Jun 16, 2019
Stoffel, Elaine E. Age 80 of Anoka. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph "Joe"; parents, Clarence and Ora Wolff; & sister, Mary Ellen Klein. Survived by daughter, Theresa Leistico; sons, Brian (Vicky), Greg, Joey (Corie); grandchildren, Wayne, Matt, Sarah, Nick, Paige & Samantha; 8 great grandchildren; siblings, Roger (Theresa) Wolff, Eugene (Virginia) Wolff, Joanne (Ron) Schendel, David (Sue) Wolff,...
Scott Randolph Stephen Fox
Jun 15, 2019
Fox, Scott R.S. age 53 of Oak Grove. Born June 7, 1966 in Omaha, NE and passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 15, 2019. He is survived by loving wife, Keri; daughter, Kaylee Tix; step-son, Brandon Carlson; mother, Judith Coerper; sister, Casey Fox; many other loving family and friends. Memorial service Friday (6/21/2019) 11 AM at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005...
Lucille Frances Banwart
Jun 14, 2019
Lucille F. Banwart, age 94 of Andover, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2019 at the Landings of Blaine.
In addition to her parents, Floyd and Ione (Stull) Patchen, Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, Milfred; brothers, Wayne (Diane) and Vern. She is survived by her children, Diane Hankes, Dennis (Sherry), Joyce (Ernie) Samuelson, and...
Pamela Virginia Zawistowski
Jun 13, 2019
Pamela passed away at home on June 13, 2019 surrounded by loved ones. She loved the Lord with all her heart, her soul, her mind and her strength. She is now dancing on streets of gold. Preceded in death by her husband, James "Jim" and father, John Boyer. She is survived by her son, Micah, daughters, Sarah (Joe) Walker,...
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