James Ernest Croteau
Feb 7, 2026
Croteau, James E. “Jim” age 82 of Coon Rapids passed away on February 7, 2026. Jim was a proud Vietnam veteran serving in the US Navy from 1962-1966. He was employed by Federal Cartridge for 39 years and was a successful taxidermy wildlife artist. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Clement and Anna, brother Frank, sister-in-law Maryann, brothers-in-law...
Harvey James Entsminger
Mar 29, 2026
Harvey James Entsminger, born on October 13, 1935, in Preston, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of March 29, 2026, in Arden Hills, Minnesota. His quiet strength and unwavering resilience were hallmarks of a life well lived, characterized by a deep love for the outdoors and a steadfast dedication to those he held dear.
Harvey found his...
Jerome John Meyer
Mar 18, 2026
Jerome John Meyer July 30, 1937 – March 18, 2026
Jerome John Meyer, age 88, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on March 18, 2026, after a ten-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born on July 30, 1937, in Pierz, Minnesota, to John and Magdalena Meyer, Jerome developed a strong work ethic early in life. He attended school in Hillman...
Verona Belle Loven
Mar 14, 2026
Verona (Langmade) Loven, 91, passed away on March 14, 2026. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 30 years, Clair. Also preceding her were her parents Merle and Marie Langmade, infant brothers Melvin and Calvin, very young sister Sonnia, and sisters Marvel Payne, and Loella Nass. She is survived by her children Dan (Mike) Loven-Crum, Suzanne (Greg)...
Ronald Berton Gross
Mar 11, 2026
Ron is survived by his wife Cheryl, son Kendrick, daughter Christine and her partner Jimmy and beloved grandson Oliver. Ron's greatest joys outside of his family were golf and his wife's cooking. Memorial Services Monday, March 23, 2026 at 11 am at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, 2005 Branch Avenue, Anoka. Visitation one hour prior to the services.
Bernadette Marie Dehn
Mar 11, 2026
Bernadette M. Dehn, age 96 of Dayton passed away peacefully on March 11, 2026. She was born on February 13, 1930 to Alphonse and Emily Zachman in St. Michael, MN where she grew up on the family farm. Bernadette was the middle daughter of 10 siblings.
Bernie worked hard doing household chores at home and worked in Minneapolis at Munsingwear and...
John Leslie Hall
Mar 7, 2026
John L. Hall, age 73 of Anoka, Minnesota, passed away on March 7, 2026. John was born on November 8, 1952, to Vincent and Jeanette Hall. John grew up in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. He married his wife Lynn in April of 1982 and moved to Anoka.
John worked most of his career at the City of St. Paul, Parks and Recreations...
Constance Susan "Connie" Anderson
Mar 5, 2026
Constance Susan "Connie" Anderson, aged 87, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026. Born on November 29, 1938, to Martha (Florek) and Emmett Aleckson and lovingly raised by her aunt and uncle, Stella (Aleckson) and Leonard Moe, Connie dedicated her life to her faith and the well-being of her family, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of love and compassion.
Connie was...
Sharon Kathleen Brennan
Mar 5, 2026
Brennan, Sharon K. age 79 of Isanti, passed away on March 5, 2026 surrounded by angels.
Sharon led a life of dedicated service in education and volunteer ministry at St. Margaret’s Academy, St. Agnes High School, Holy Childhood school and parish, Transfiguration church and school, and the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
Sharon is survived by her husband of 50 years,...
Ruby Charlotte (Malm) Greenberg
Feb 28, 2026
Ruby Charlotte (Malm) Greenberg, age 100 of Elk River, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born in Wadena on March 22, 1925, to Edward and Julia (Anderson) Malm. She was preceded in death by Donald, her husband of 69 years, her parents, her stepmother Helen (Backlund), her brothers and spouses Eldon (Grace) Malm,...
Gail Marie Shannon
Feb 24, 2026
With deep love and unwavering hope in our Lord Jesus Christ, we announce the passing of our beloved and cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dear friend to many, Gail Marie Shannon. Gail was lovingly called home to her Heavenly Father on February 24, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Gail was born...
Catherine Lenore Funk
Feb 23, 2026
Catherine “Kay” Funk, age 93, passed away on February 23, 2026, surrounded by love. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tom and two of her cherished children; Danny and Joan. She is survived by her sons, Stephen (Dorothy), William (Barb), James, (Deb), Joseph (Steph) and her daughter Linda as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Kay was...
Nicholas James Al Everhart
Feb 22, 2026
Nicholas James Al Everhart, age 40, of Maple Grove, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026 in Robbinsdale. Nick was born on January 16th, 1986 in Edina, Minnesota to Les and MaryEllen Everhart. He graduated from Osseo Senior High in 2004. Nick worked the family business in high school and continued working for Everhart Delivery and Trucking with his Dad.
Nick’s...
Alden Wayne Yungner
Feb 19, 2026
Alden Wayne Yungner passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born February 13, 1937, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to John and Annetta (Nelson) Yungner. Alden was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Mary, his parents, brothers William and Dean, and sister Delores Templin. He is survived by his sons Eric (Suzan)...
Mary Regina Boege
Feb 15, 2026
Boege, Mary R. age 83 of Anoka died on February 15, 2026 of NUT carcinoma. Born October 16, 1942 in Decorah, Iowa to Leo Broghammer and Regina Knox Broghammer, Mary received a B.S. in Nursing from the College of St. Theresa in 1964. She married John Lauren Boege on August 28, 1965, moving to Anoka in 1966 and raising their...
Lowella Darlene Wold
Feb 15, 2026
Lowella Darlene Wold (Kallevig)
Lowella Darlene Wold was born in Willmar, Minnesota (Kandiyohi County). Raised on her family’s farm, she moved with her family to the city of Willmar as a teenager. Lou graduated from Willmar Senior High School in 1957 and later attended North Central University (NCU).
In 1960, Lou married Wes Wold. While Wes studied pastoral studies at NCU, Lou...
Bradley David Motl
Feb 14, 2026
A life well-lived is a life never forgotten.
Bradley David Motl age 62 of Ham Lake, Minnesota passed away February 14, 2026 surrounded by his family. Bradley was born on March 29,1963 to Allen and Arlene Motl in Robbinsdale. He grew up and resided in the East Bethel area. Brad enlisted in the Marines at the age of 17. He served...
Scott Richard Shaffer
Feb 14, 2026
Scott Richard Shaffer, 69, of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly following a stroke in Columbia, Tennessee on February 14, 2026.
Scott was born on February 7, 1957, in Minneapolis to George Shaffer and Pearl Thompson (née Williams). He grew up and attended school in St. Francis, Minnesota. After graduating from Anoka Technical College, Scott built a successful career as an...
Lisa Jeanne Bartz
Feb 12, 2026
On Thursday, February 12th 2026, the Love of my Life, Best Mom in the world and my Best Friend got her promotion to Heaven. Lisa “Bunny” Bartz is now with the Lord along with our family and friends who have gone before and we’re sure she’s making mass quantities of food for everyone in Heaven. Our girl loved Jesus so...
Nellie Annette Kaley
Feb 9, 2026
Nellie Annette (Kyte) Kaley was born on August 16, 1948 in Fargo, North Dakota. She died unexpectedly on February 9, 2026 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis. She was the youngest of four children born to Louis and Florence Kyte. The family lived on a farm near Lisbon, North Dakota. She and her siblings attended grade school...
