Obituary Listings

Jan 26, 2018

Burnham, Nicole A. Age 21 of Andover. Survived by parents Stephen and Stacey; brothers Kyle (Tesa) and Ryan (Bekah); grandparents Ron and Dana Hammon, Nancy and Tom Taylor and Ron and Gerry Burnham; aunts and uncles Kari Hammon, Stephanie Hammon, Suzie (Carl) Hanson, Rick (Barbara) Burnham, Terry (Todd) Protivinsky, Sara Logan, and Alyson (Jacques) deLange; cousins; other relatives; and many...

Jan 23, 2018

Frances V. Stacherski, age 95 of Coon Rapids, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. Frances is survived by her daughter, Michaelene Gon; son, Ray (Pam) Stacherski; grandchildren, Raymond (Kerry) Stacherski, Christopher Gon, Julie (Eric) Smith; great-grandchildren, Brianna and Steven Stacherski. Private family services will be held. Arrangements entrusted to Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home...

Jan 22, 2018

David L. Smith, age 87 of Andover, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, January 22, 2018 at his home. In addition to his parents, George and Jessie (nee Vandecar) Smith, David was preceded in death by his wife, Margie; son, Perry; 1 sister; and 3 brothers.  He is survived by his son, Jim (Robyn) Smith; daughter, Koreen (Chris)...

Jan 20, 2018

Bradley, Marjorie A. Age 92 of Anoka passed away peacefully January 20, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband John A. Bradley; brothers Arthur, Peter and Bob. Survived by her loving children Craig (Marty), Jay (Sue), Colleen (Lon) Maxwell, Holly (Dave) Broden; grandchildren Stacia (Chris) Olson, Leah (Jason) Loken, Scott (Becky) Bradley, Peter (Kati) Bradley, John (Brianne) Bradley, Anna Bradley,...

Jan 20, 2018

Paulson, Ronald R. "Ronnie" age 91 of Anoka journeyed home to be with the Lord on January 20, 2018. Preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Alma Paulson; siblings Warren, Allerton, and Romaine; grandson Jerod.   Survived by wife of 66 years, Marjorie RoseMary; children, Brenda (Dave) Sauer, Renee (Steve) Ficocello, Gary Paulson, David (Terri) Paulson, and Marla (Randy)...

Jan 20, 2018

Bass, Bernard N. "Bernie" age 89, of Anoka, passed away peacefully 1/20/2018. Bernie served in the Army during the Korean War and worked for Federal Cartridge for 34 years. Preceded in death by his brothers, Louis, John and Tony; and sister, Rosemary. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Sarah Annabelle; children, Wayne (Cheryl), Kevin, Linda (Ken)...

Jan 19, 2018

Malamen, Zola J. age 95 of Elk River, formerly of Anoka. Preceded in death by her husband Paul Sr. Survived by son, Pete (Barbara); grandchil- dren, Adam Malamen, Johanna (Chris) Gross and Deborah Malamen; great- grandchildren, Clara and Ben; many other relatives and friends. Funeral service Friday, January 26, 2018 at 11 AM at Zion Lutheran Church, 1601 4th Ave...

Jan 18, 2018

Terpstra, John W. "Jack" age 84 of Ramsey and Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully January 18, 2018. Jack practiced law for 36 years. Preceded in death by his parents Dirk and Laura; sisters, Betty and Barbara. Survived by his wife of 57 years, Jane; children, Jennifer (Chris) Robinson, Dirk (Dorothy) Terpstra, Laura Terpstra, Mary (Wade) Miller; grandchildren, Anthony Mansk, Kaitlan...

Jan 17, 2018

Helen M. Schantzen, age 91 of Champlin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 at the Wellstead of Rogers. In addition to her parents, Melvin and Olga (nee Windahl) Broten, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Wilford Schantzen; and grandson, Nichalos Rogness.  She is survived by her children, Gary Schantzen, Greg (Mary) Schantzen, Candace Schantzen, and Holly...

Jan 15, 2018

Mavis Valorie Anderson, age 83 of Anoka, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 15, 2018 at her home. Mavis was born in Fertile, MN in 1934.  She was a graduate of Stillwater High School and Hamline University in St. Paul.  She taught Physical Education for 10 years in the Anoka-Hennepin school district and spent part of that time coaching the...

Jan 15, 2018

Pielow, Phyllis E. age 93 of NE. Minneapolis, passed away peacefully January 15, 2018. Preceded in death by her husband, Vernon and brother, David Kaliher. Survived by her children, Elizabeth Pielow and Greg "Pete" (Karen) Pielow. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday (1/20/2018) at 10:30 AM with a visitation one hour prior at St. Clement Catholic Church,...

Jan 15, 2018

Baker, Robert B. "Bob" age 94 of Andover.  Preceded in death by parents; brother, Richard "Dick".  Survived by loving wife, Anne; children, Tim (Missy) and Sue (John) Geiser; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; other family and friends.  Memorial service 2 PM Monday (1/22/2018) at The Farmstead of Andover, 13742 Marigold Drive NW.  Visitation 1 hour prior to service.  Private interment Fort Snelling...

Jan 14, 2018

Patricia A. "Pat" Steindel, age 86 of Ramsey, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 14, 2018 at Stoney River Assisted Living in Ramsey. In addition to her parents, Harold and Lottie Ostergaard, Patricia was preceded in death by her step-father, Clifford Thomas; husband, Joseph; son, David; 1 sister; and daughter-in-law, Vicky Steindel.  She is survived by sons, Stephen (Carolyn), Terry...

Jan 14, 2018

Hunt, Harold R. "Ralph" age 71, of Anoka. Preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Florence Hunt and brother, Roger Hunt. Survived by wife, Carolyn; children, Mindy (John) Ward, Wendy (Jack) Schwarz, Jerrod (Robin) Watson, Rob (Jen) Hunt, Jennifer Watson and Janna (Bob) Smits; 10 grandchildren; siblings, Dee (Bruce) Pearson, Carol (Grant) Nelson and Ron (Judy) Hunt; sister-in-law, Patty...

Jan 13, 2018

Carol Anna Raff Coughlin Pletan Stevenson February 1, 1921 – January 13, 2018

Carol was born to Leslie and Clara Raff in Chicago on February 1, 1921, joining older sister Inez. The family soon moved to a farm outside of Fertile, Minnesota, where Carol, Inez and their younger sisters Frances and Mary Alice spent their growing-up years....

Jan 10, 2018

Marilyn J. Roberts, age 79 of Anoka, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2018 at her home. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Vivian Lehmann; and husband, Douglas Roberts.  She is survived by her children, Rick (Debbie) Berg, Debbie Simons, Darlene Berg, and Dave (Sue Osterdyk) Berg; grandson, Travis; brothers, Jim (Carol) Lehmann, Kenneth (Kay) Lehmann,...

Jan 8, 2018

Parsons, Michael J. "Mike" Age 53 of Coon Rapids. It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of a gentle soul, Mike Parsons. He was witnessed by his family entering into heaven. Mike battled cancer courageously and he loved being an American. Mike also deeply respected the service man and service woman of the United States. He enjoyed...

Jan 7, 2018

Brown, Arliene W. E. age 84 of Anoka.  Born June 26, 1933 in Golden Valley, ND, and raised in Manning and Killdeer, ND.  After graduating, Arliene moved with her family to Fort Ripley and then to Pillager, MN.  She worked at Brainerd High School as the principal's assistant.  Arliene married her husband of 30 years, Frank Brown, Jr., July 17,...

Jan 7, 2018

Pitschka, Amanda J. age 42 of Ramsey passed away January 7, 2019. She was a loving wife and enjoyed her children and family. Amanda is survived by her husband of 18 years, Brad; children, Adrianna & Logan; parents, Thomas & Melinda Armijo; siblings, Adam, Andrew, Amber & Autumn (Omar) Sierra; along with many other loving relatives and friends. A Memorial...

Jan 7, 2018

Bemboom, Gerald G. "Jerry" age 75 of Ham Lake. Preceded in death by his wife, Barbara; and son, Erik. Survived by daughters, Lisa, Tricia, and Marsha Bemboom; grandchildren, Aaron and Payten; sister, Marianna (Roney) Kranz; nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 4-7PM on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 with a prayer service at 7PM, all at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home,...