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Albert J. Loehlein

Albert J. Loehlein

Nov 28, 2016

Loehlein, Albert J. "Al" age 95 of Anoka. Preceded in death by his wife, Hannah, 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Survived by children, Linda Fenwick, John (Mona) Loehlein, Barbara (Dennis) Pederson, Timothy (Pamela) Loeh-lein, James (Susan) Loehlein and Raymond (Elina) Loehlein; 11 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, siblings, Ositha, Magdalene, Eleanor, Luella (Florian) and Joan, many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian...

Joseph C. Cundiff

Joseph C. Cundiff

Nov 28, 2016

Cundiff, Joseph C. "Joe" age 43, of Brooklyn Park, died of pancreatic cancer on 11/28. It was a peaceful passing and he was surrounded by family; Heaven gained a wonderful soul. A celebration of Joe's life will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 6 with visitation beginning at 9 am, funeral service and luncheon to follow at Servant of Christ Lutheran...

Gerhard W. Goebel

Gerhard W. Goebel

Nov 26, 2016

Goebel, Gerhard W. "Jerry" age 89, of Champlin, formerly of Cold Spring. Preceded in death by his wife, Marian; brothers, Ralph; Ruby and Art; and sister, Dolores. Survived by children, Michael (Pam), Debbie (Steve) Murray, Joy (Ed) Favorite and John (Chris); grandchildren, Austin, Annaliese, Andrew, Ryan and Brianna; brother, Bert; sister, Bernice Hockert; nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial...

Janet L. Rudesill

Janet L. Rudesill

Nov 24, 2016

Rudesill, Janet L. age 71 of Andover went to the Lord on November 21, 2016. Preceded in death by her father, Wilbert, mother, Lorraine, and step father, Eugene. She is also preceded in death by her brothers, Tom and Gary. Janet will be deeply missed by her children, Larry (Karen), Laura (Dennis) Leibold, Wendi (Eddy) Beehler; grandchildren, Shannon & Kyle,...

Douglas Paul Herrala

Douglas Paul Herrala

Nov 22, 2016

Herrala, Douglas P. age 54 of Champlin passed away November 22, 2016. Doug worked as a Bus operator for Metro Transit for over 16 years and loved his job, passengers and co-workers. Preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Delores; brother, Dave. Survived by his children, Andrew, Matthew, Leah; siblings, Mark (Judy), Mike (Shannon), Dan (Wanda), Steve (Sherry), Sandy;...

Patricia Ann Isler

Patricia Ann Isler

Nov 21, 2016

Isler, Patricia A. age 63 of Anoka, passed away at her home November 21, 2016. Preceded in death by her parents, Robert & Elaine and sister, Kathleen. Survived by family and friends. Funeral Services will be held Wed at 11 AM with a visitation one hour prior at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005 Branch Ave., Anoka, interment will follow service at...

Edward "Buster" Forrest Latuff

Edward "Buster" Forrest Latuff

Nov 17, 2016

LaTuff, Edward F. "Buster" age 83 of Anoka, passed away November 17, 2016. Buster served as a Marine during the Korean War then attended St. Cloud State University where he earned his Bachelor of Science Degree. He and was in law enforcement for 27 years before retiring as Anoka Police Chief. He also graduated from the FBI Academy in 1972...

Steven Wayne Farber

Steven Wayne Farber

Nov 16, 2016

Farber, Steven W. age 52 of East Bethel, passed away November 16, 2016. Preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Delores; sister, Carla Howard. Survived by his children, Chelsey and Joshua Farber; sister, LuAnn Groth; and his work family at Hood Packaging where he worked over 30 years. A Memorial Service will be held Monday at 3 PM with...

Richard Addison Holmes

Richard Addison Holmes

Nov 14, 2016

Richard (Rick) Addison Holmes, Jr., died peacefully on November 14th. He is survived by his spouse Linda (nee Vogt), son Terence (Youa), sister Joanne Trinchitella, grandsons Samuel and Tyler, and many nieces and nephews. Rick was was born on February 8, 1946 in Brockton Massachusetts to Richard Addison Holmes, Sr., and Irene (Leonard) Holmes. He grew up in a military...

Holly Joy Henricksen

Holly Joy Henricksen

Nov 13, 2016

Henricksen, Holly J. Age 58 of Mpls. She grew up in the Anoka area. Preceded in death by parents Lloyd and Elaine; brother John; and sister Jill. Survived by her siblings Lynn (Phil), Sandy (Bruce), Jason (Bonnie); any many other loving relatives and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 19, 2016 at 1:00 PM with visitation...

David Rand Amenrud

David Rand Amenrud

Nov 12, 2016

Amenrud, David "Randy" age 76, of Ham Lake, formerly of Columbia Heights. Randy was born Aug. 18 1940 in Mpls., MN to Clarence and Helen Marie Amenrud and he passed away peacefully at home Nov. 12, 2016. Randy was the co-founder of Outdoor Promotions and Communications, Inc. He was inducted into the MN Fishing and the National Fresh Water Fishing...

June Rosella Spohn

June Rosella Spohn

Nov 8, 2016

Spohn, June R. age 92, of Anoka, passed away peacefully Nov 8, 2016. Preceded in death by parents Oscar & Nellie Beckman; husband Alfred, grandson John Ryan, and 12 siblings. June was a life-long resident of the Anoka area and a long-time member of the Anoka Lions organization. Survived by sons Terry (Carol) and Jeff (Patty); daughter Patricia (Bowers) Hallen...

Eva G Alarcon

Eva G Alarcon

Nov 6, 2016

Alarcon, Eva Age 77 of Andover and Anoka. Eva loved animals, the outdoors and needle work. She especially loved reading and doing puzzles. Preceded in death by her parents Leon and Dora Alarcon. She is survived by her sister Elaine (Barclay) Alarcon-Totten; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services Friday, November 18, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, 13817...

Raymond R. Bauer

Raymond R. Bauer

Nov 5, 2016

Bauer, Raymond R. Age 70 of Elk River. Preceded in death by his parents Darold and Loretta Bauer. Survived by sons John and David; sisters Shirley (Arden) Kirkendall and Nila (Terry) Tveit; nieces and nephews. Funeral services Friday, November 11, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005 Branch Ave., Anoka. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens, Coon Rapids. Visitation one...

Vivian I Swanson

Vivian I Swanson

Nov 3, 2016

Services for Vivian will be held on Wednesday, November 9, 2016 at 11 a.m. at the Homestead of Anoka, 3000 4th Avenue, North, Anoka. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the services. Vivian was preceded in death by her parents, Arvid & Stella Aho and by her brother, Howard Aho. She is survived by her husband, Thomas "Tom",...

James Gerard Durand

James Gerard Durand

Nov 1, 2016

Durand, James G. "Jamie" age 56, of Andover, passed away peacefully Nov. 1, 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. President of Precision Repair & Calibration in Blaine for over 30 years. He is survived by his significant other, Sarah Barstow; children, Taylor, Alex and Adam; mother of his children Paula Durand; siblings, Joe (Linda) Durand, Julie (Doug) Cooper, Jon...

Erwin Ernest Mau

Erwin Ernest Mau

Oct 30, 2016

Mau, Erwin E. Age 85 of Cambridge. Preceded in death by wife Peggy and grandson Marshall. Survived by children Lorrie (Lowell) Harder, Denise (Terry) Johnson, Gene and Kevin (Lynda) Mau; grandchildren Shawn, Cristal, Jamey, Joshua and Garrett; 5 great grandchildren; brother Joe Mau; sisters Betty (Jerry) Johnson, Karen Foede and Franny (Kenny) Habisch. Funeral service Saturday, 12:00 Noon at Pine...

John James Hovan

John James Hovan

Oct 26, 2016

Hovan, John J. "Skip" age 73, of Ramsey, passed away Oct. 26, 2016 after an 8-year battle with Lewy-Body Dementia. Preceded in death by his father, John G. Hovan. Survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Linda; children, Michael (Lisa) Hovan, Laura Walescheck, Julie Allen, Dave (Lori) Pelowski and Kristen (Alvie) Fritsinger; 11 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; mother, Camilla Hovan;...

Wayne J. Swing

Wayne J. Swing

Oct 26, 2016

Swing, Wayne J. age 89, of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by his parents, John & Marvel Swing; sisters, Jean Swing and Margaret Havir and brother, Donald Swing. Survived by wife, Bonnie; daughter, Sally (Tom) Talle; brothers, Dean (Karen) Swing and Marvin Swing; sisters, Norma (Don) Leathers and Shirley Romanchuk; nieces and nephews. Funeral service Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016 at...

Grace I. Hawkins

Grace I. Hawkins

Oct 25, 2016

Hawkins, Grace I. age 89, of Anoka. Preceded in death by her husband, Grant; and brother, Emery. Survived by sons, Bill (Sandy), John and Charlie (Mae); daughter, Gail (Hooshang) Hawkins; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grand children; nieces and nephews. Memorial services Friday, Nov. 4, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church, 1601 4th Ave S., Anoka. Visitation 1 hour prior...

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