Mavis Valorie Anderson
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...
Phyllis Elaine Pielow
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,...
Robert Burns Baker
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...
Patricia Ann Steindel
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...
Ralph Hunt
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...
Carol Anna Pletan
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....
Marilyn Joan Roberts
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,...
Michael Joseph Parsons
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...
Arliene W. E. Brown
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,...
Amanda Joy Pitschka
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...
Gerald G Bemboom
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,...
Colleen Josephine Cheney
Jan 7, 2018
Cheney, Colleen J. (nee Egan) age 70 of East Bethel, formerly of Blaine, passed away peacefully at her dream home on the lake, January 7, 2018. Colleen was a fierce protector and loving champion to her children and family. She left a lasting impression on everyone she met and she will be greatly missed. Preceded in death by her parents,...
Cheri Evelyn Hein
Jan 6, 2018
Cheri E. Hein, age 70 of Stillwater, formerly of the Anoka area, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the Estates at Linden in Stillwater. Cheri was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Evelyn (nee Potvin) Pipenhagen; brothers, Terry and Rodney. She is survived by her brother, David (Anne) Pipenhagen; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends....
Barbara Ann Fuller
Jan 6, 2018
Fuller, Barbara A. age 70 of Ramsey, passed away January 6, 2018. Preceded in death by her daughter, Kris Dunn. Survived by her husband of 37 years, Bob Fuller; daughter, Kim Hodson; grandchildren, Tamara Jergenson, Samantha Jandro, Rachel Hodson; great-grandchildren, Emma & Alec Jergenson ,Micah Smith (Jandro); along with many other loving relatives and friends. A Memorial Service will be...
Olga Margaret Gustafson
Jan 5, 2018
Olga M. Gustafson, age 96 of Anoka, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018 at Anoka Rehab & Care Center. Olga grew up on a farm in North Dakota; the ninth of twelve siblings born to Swedish immigrants. She followed her sisters to Minneapolis after graduation, where she met Orten at a dance. They married in 1948 and soon their...
Gladys A Reynolds
Jan 5, 2018
Reynolds, Gladys A. Age 96 of Anoka passed away on Jan. 5 2018. Gladys lived in Anoka since 1946 and was a member of First Baptist Church for more than 70 years. She worked in the Anoka School District for 11 years as a cook and 9 years as a health aid. She was preceded in death by husbands, Edwin...
Eulalie Ann Wicklund
Jan 4, 2018
Wicklund, Eulalie A. age 89 of Andover, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2018. She enjoyed her time in the Brainerd Lakes area and wintering in Florida. Preceded in death by her sister, Marilyn Tommervik. Eulalie is survived by her husband of 70 years, Edsel; sons, Bradford (Barbara), Brian (Lynn), Brent (April), Blair; grandchildren, David (Amy), Britt, Natalie; sister, Cheryl...
Steven Michael Schendel
Jan 1, 2018
Schendel, Steven M. age 64 of Champlin, passed away peacefully January 1, 2018. Preceded in death by his father, Ken. Survived by his wife of 40 years, Barb; children, Eric (Rita Kainz), Clint (Natalie), Ross; grandchildren, Tanner, Meah, Jax; mother, Tillie; 7 brothers and sisters and many friends and other family. A Memorial Service will be held Friday at 4...
Carol Jean Douglas
Jan 1, 2018
Carol J. Douglas, age 73 of Andover, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018 at her home. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Adam and Nora Biedermann; brothers, Ray (Arline), Earl (Eleanor), Norm (Kathy), and Dick. She is survived by her children, Mark and Sarah Hayes; 1 grandson; sister-in-law, Phyllis Biedermann; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends....
John Louis Wilkey
Jan 1, 2018
John L. Wilkey CPCU, age 77 of Coon Rapids and Alexandria, passed away on Monday, January 1, 2018 at Park River Estates Care Center in Coon Rapids.
John was born in East Alton, IL on December 26, 1940, the only child of Louis and Mary Wilkey. When he was a young child, his family moved to St. Paul, MN....
