Obituary Listings

Nov 18, 2018

Peter N. Botrous, age 75 of Austin, MN, passed away on Sunday, November 18, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. In addition to his parents, Naguib and Fahima (Iprahim) Botrous, Peter was preceded in death by his sister, Ragaa; and brother, Arrien.  He is survived by 2 brothers; 2 sisters; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. A Funeral...

Nov 17, 2018

Herrboldt, Morgan I. "Moe" Age 33, of Coon Rapids.  Preceded in death by father, Rodney Herrboldt and uncle, Robin Jones. Survived by wife, Stephanie; sons, Jesse and Wyatt; mother, Cynthia Gould; nana, Sidney Jones; sister, Megan Herrboldt; uncle, Mickey Jones; nephews, Mason & Ian Fleischman; niece, Brooklyn Fleischman.  A time of visitation and sharing of memories will be held on ...

Nov 16, 2018

Skeate, Marlene P. "Midge" Age 87 of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by husband, Charles A.; parents, Leo and Mary Neumann; sister, Dolores Otto; and brother-in-law, Robert Otto. Survived by daughter, Terri (Steve) Johnson; sons, David (Catrina) and Robert (Philip); grandsons, Ethyn and Owyn; nieces, nephews, great-nieces & great-nephews. Memorial Mass Thursday Dec. 6, 2018 11am at St. Stephen's Catholic...

Nov 15, 2018

Patricia A. "Pat" Bulow, age 75 of Otsego, passed away on Thursday, November 15, 2018 at BeeHive Homes of Elk River. In addition to her parents, Wilbur and Myrtle (Blesi) Chapman, Pat was preceded in death by her grandson, Riley Bulow; sister, Sharon Chapman-Brown; and sister-in-law, Nancy Chapman.  She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Art;...

Nov 12, 2018

Lynn M. Kraatz, age 64 of Andover, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, November 12, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. Lynn was born October 28, 1954 in Minneapolis to Richard and Marleen (Wicherski) Ballanger.  She was the former owner of Lynn's Cake and Candy Supplies for 37 years.  Lynn beat lymphoma in 2007, and acute myeloid...

Nov 11, 2018

Stephen Roger Petersen, age 67 of Blaine, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2018 at home surrounded by family and dear friends.

Steve was born on May 3, 1951 in St. Paul, MN. After graduating high-school in 1969, he bravely fulfilled three tours of duty in Vietnam where he discovered his passion and talent for diesel mechanics....

Nov 11, 2018

Dr.  Edward Keller, age 91, of Wayzata, MN, formerly of Dickinson, ND, passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2018 in Minneapolis, MN.

Ed was born May 10, 1927 in Strasburg, ND to Frank and Helen Keller.  At age 14, he left ND for Brunnerdale Seminary HS in Canton, Ohio.  After graduation, he was drafted in...

Nov 7, 2018

Diann L. Pierce, age 81 of Coon Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at her home. Diann was a Registered Nurse in the O.R. at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids for over 30 years.  As a caregiver, she was the most kind, selfless, generous person; always looking out for others and placing their needs before her own.  Diann...

Nov 6, 2018

Luhmann, Troy J. age 55 of Anoka, formerly of Brooklyn Park.  Preceded in death by parents, Clark and Patti Luhmann.  Survived by children, Mat, Kyle (Mirriah), Gage and Hailey Luhmann; grandchildren, Brielle, Mason, Marshall and Aurora; siblings, Wendy Luhmann and Scot (Colleen) Luhmann; many other loving family and friends.  A Celebration of Life Saturday (11/24/2018) from 3-6 PM at Magillicuddy's,...

Nov 6, 2018

Bakke, Roy G. age 90 of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully November 6, 2018. Roy was a loving and devoted family man who recently celebrated 65 years of marriage to Louise. He was especially supportive and protective of his 2 daughters and 3 granddaughters. Roy loved the outdoors, particular hunting. He enjoyed all sports and was an avid Minnesota Twins...

Nov 4, 2018

Neil B. Ashland, age 73 of Andover, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Sunday, November 4, 2018 at home. Neil served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era.  He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping.  He loved spending time with family and friends, and was passionate about helping anyone in need. In addition...

Nov 1, 2018

Schonhardt, Daniel Mark age 56 of Andover.  Preceded in death by father, John and brother, Patrick.  Survived by loving wife of 33 years, Deb; children, Danny (Julie), Tricia (Josh) Anders and Dylan (Sarah); mother, Betty Schonhardt; brothers, Mike (Wanda) and Tom (Ruth) Schonhardt; sister, Sue (Tim) Kopp; many other loving family and friends.  Mass of Christian Burial Friday (11/9/2018) 11...

Nov 1, 2018

Clifford L. Nutter, age 91 of Anoka, a WWII veteran, went to heaven on Monday, November 1, 2018, with family by his side, at Anoka Care and Rehab. In addition to his parents, Lawrence and Margaret (Barry) Nutter, Clifford was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia; step-mother, Blanche Nutter; foster-mother, Myrtle Norris; brothers, Richard and Keith; sisters, Phyllis and...

Oct 31, 2018

Doebbeling, David L. "Dave" Age 59 of Oak Grove. Preceded in death by his father in-law James Kent; brother-in-law Scott Kent; and granddaughter Rosalie Faith Skeate. Survived by wife Michele; son Matthew (Alyssa); daughters Sarah (Andrew) Gerda and Kayla (Tyler) Skeate; granddaughters Evelyn, Sydney, Noelle, and Cecilia; parents Lyle and Lois Doebbeling; siblings Jerry, Kenny (Jeanne), Julie Torell, and Sandy...

Oct 29, 2018

Warren R. Heck, age 83 of Anoka, passed away on Monday, October 29, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. In addition to his parents, Lemuel and Lillian (Kulhawy) Heck, Warren was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years and dance partner, Rosalie; brothers, Albert and Jerry; and sister-in-law, Betty.  He is survived by his children, Jeffrey...

Oct 26, 2018

Jim served in the Marine Corps from 1968 to 1970 and was a meatcutter at Applebaums and other grocery chains in the Minneapolis area for over 30 years.  He loved his hunting, fishing and gardening.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony & Sylvia (Swanson) Shir, brothers, Raymond & Bob and by a sister, Rose Ploeger.  He is...

Oct 25, 2018

Dehn, Gerald J. age 89 of Dayton.  He was a lifelong dairy farmer.  Preceded in death by parents; brother, Earl; sister-in-law, Mary; and grandson, Benjamin Jankord.  Survived by loving wife of 63 years, Betty; children, Patty Crepeau, Nancy Sporny, Sharon Boys, Leo (Diane), Sally (Donald) Jankord, Diane (Philip) Lutgen, Elaine (Paul) Heida and Denise Dehn; 19 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brothers,...

Oct 22, 2018

Jandro, Charlotte M. age 72 of Dayton, passed away peacefully October 22, 2018. Preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Dorothy Christensen. Survived by her husband of 53 years, Thomas; children, Lisa, Troy & Scot (Kara); grandchildren, Tanner, Baili, Javen & Kyler; brothers, Mike (Jan) Christensen, Stacy (Kathie) Christensen, Kelly (Kathy) Christensen; along with many other loving relatives and...

Oct 18, 2018

Arnold K. Carlson, age 93 of Anoka, formerly of Bloomington, passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. Arnold was a WWII Army veteran who served in Europe from 1943-1945.  He graduated from Minneapolis Roosevelt, class of 1943; proud University of Minnesota alumnus, class of 1953.  Go Gophers!  Arnold was an auditor and CPA with...

Oct 17, 2018

Robert W. "Bob" Pokorny, age 50 of Anoka, passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at home. Bob was preceded in death by his mother, Karole Pokorny.  He is survived by his father, Roger (Phyllis) Pokorny; siblings, James (Jo) Pokorny and Kimberly Davis; also many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date....