Obituaries

Brent Ryan Olson

Brent Ryan Olson

Jan 10, 2025

OLSON, Brent "Bro" Ryan, age 39, of Osseo, passed away after a long battle with MS.  He is preceded in death by his grandparents, aunt Donna Lentz, and uncles John Olson and Dave Flug.  He will be deeply missed by his parents, Charles "Oly" Olson and Deb Olson; sister, Andrea Hughes (Todd); nephew, Kieran Hughes; daughter, Aleah Olson; uncles, aunts,...

Ronald Allen Reggin

Ronald Allen Reggin

Jan 8, 2025

Ronald Reggin of Columbia Heights, MN peacefully passed away on January 8, 2025 after a long struggle with COPD. During his final days and moments, Ron was surrounded by family. Ron worked for DuAll Service Contractors for many years. Ron enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, completing woodworking projects, watching and following a variety of sports on television, and watching Westerns. Ron...

Ralph William Messer

Ralph William Messer

Jan 7, 2025

Messer, Ralph William, age 78, of Fridley, passed away after a courageous battle with dementia. Ralph served on the Fridley Fire Department from 1968 to 2010.  During his 42 years, he worked as a firefighter, fire instructor, created and served as a rental housing program administrator, before becoming the Fire Marshal in 2001 where he served until his retirement.  It...

Kermit Wilton Hout

Kermit Wilton Hout

Jan 6, 2025



Kermit Hout, of Mounds View, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, at the age of 91. He was born on August 22, 1933, in Pollock, South Dakota, where he spent his early years and attended school. Kermit met Darlyne Katherine Perman when she was a junior in high school. When Darlyne took her first ride in his car...

Jeffrey Allan Soulak

Jeffrey Allan Soulak

Jan 4, 2025

On Saturday, January 4th, 2025 Jeff (58) passed away peacefully at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. Jeff was well known throughout South Minneapolis, Fridley and Northern WI - he’s everyone’s favorite bartender, host with the most, and beloved friend with a heart of gold. We will all miss his quick wit, and his sneaky sense of humor that was always...

Robert Leroy Stixrud, Jr.

Robert Leroy Stixrud, Jr.

Jan 2, 2025

Robert Leroy Stixrud, Jr. passed away peacefully on January 2nd, 2025, at the age of 84 years old. He had a great passion for boating and loved to be out on the water.  He was also a Minnesota sports fan, enjoying the Vikings, Twins and Gophers seasons.  He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 66 years, Sharon;...

Jeffrey Douglas Rowe

Jeffrey Douglas Rowe

Jan 2, 2025

Jeffrey Douglas Rowe age 61 passed away unexpectedly on January 2, 2025. He grew up in Biwabik, MN and graduated the class of 1981. Jeffrey served in the navy. 

He later attended Century College and graduated with honors. He worked at North Memorial Hospital as a pharmacist technician. 

Jeff enjoyed traveling, going to the lake and spending time with family and friends. 

He...

Florence Dorothy Klobuchar

Florence Dorothy Klobuchar

Jan 1, 2025

Florence passed away peacefully on the morning of January 1st, 2025 at the age of 101 years old. She was a gem and a treasure and lived life to the fullest. 

Florence Dorothy Klobuchar was born November 22, 1923, to Joseph and Mathilda (Podliska) Hrncir in rural Claire City, South Dakota. She attended rural grade school and graduated from Claire City...

Richard "Chooch" Edward Szykula

Richard "Chooch" Edward Szykula

Dec 30, 2024

Richard E. Szykula, born on September 6, 1948, passed away on December 30, 2024. 

He is preceded in death by his father Edward (Tina) Szykula and Mother Janina Szykula, and his sister Ireane Johnson. 

He is survived by his wife Marjean and his children Jill Littlefield (Brett), Rocky Szykula and his grandchildren Tate, Clare, and Reese. He is also survived by his...

Marlene Ann Nevala

Marlene Ann Nevala

Dec 29, 2024

NEVALA (Richter)

Marlene Ann, 86, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully at her home on December 29, 2024. Marlene was a woman of great passion and devotion. She had an enduring love for playing the piano, and an enthusiastic interest in genealogy, where she spent countless hours uncovering her family’s history.

She was preceded in death by her parents Marvin and Helen (Segren)...

Marnie Annette Fest-Wilson

Marnie Annette Fest-Wilson

Dec 27, 2024

Marnie Fest-Wilson of Lino Lakes passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024. Marnie was born October 27, 1969 and raised in St. Louis Park. Marnie graduated from St. Cloud State University and worked passionately with children who needed help building their social and emotional skills and their family's.  Marnie will be remembered as a fiercely loving mother, wife, sister, aunt...

Larry Allen Moinicken

Larry Allen Moinicken

Dec 27, 2024

Moinicken, Larry Allen, age 83, of Blaine, passed away on December 27th.  He is preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy DeZarn, of Florida; siblings, James Moinicken, Frank Moinicken (Janice), Blanche Westling (John).  He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 64 years, Sandra Moinicken; children, Jeffrey Moinicken (Melody), Tim Moinicken (Danita); Melissa Casey (Tyler); grandchildren, Brandon, Brianna,...

Lawrence Dahlberg

Lawrence Dahlberg

Dec 27, 2024

Dahlberg, Lawrence, age 88, passed away on December 27, 2024. Lawrence was born in Minneapolis, MN to Stanley Dahlberg and Lucille Dahlberg. Lawrence married Marlyn Dahlberg on June 6, 1959 in Minneapolis.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marlyn Dahlberg, parents, Stanley Dahlberg , Lucille Dahlberg;brothers, Gary, Curtis. He will be missed by his sister, Patty; children, Joni Zappa...

Christopher Warren Mayes

Christopher Warren Mayes

Dec 27, 2024

Mayes, Christopher Warren, age 31, of Fridley, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2024 at his home.  He will be deeply missed by his parents, Lori and Kevin Mayes; brothers, Michael (Alicia), Kevin, Jr, Korey, Daniel; sister, Kacee Mayes; his children, Aubrey and Bentley Mayes; a host of Aunts, Uncles and Cousins; his love, Madison Taylor; many other loving relatives...

Paul Eugene Hertle

Paul Eugene Hertle

Dec 26, 2024

HERTLE, Paul E., age 90, passed away on December 26, 2024.  Former owner of multiple restaurants in Minnesota, Iowa and Missouri and then became a longtime real estate agent and broker. Paul was an avid Minnesota sports fan, enjoying the Twins, the Vikings, and fishing in all seasons! He is preceded in death by his wife Frances (Boyenga); parents, William...

Robert E Dove

Robert E Dove

Dec 20, 2024

DOVE, Robert E., age 90, of Fridley and lower south Long Lake, Brainerd - passed away on December 20, 2024.  Retired 34 year employee of NSP Riverside.  He is preceded in death by his brother, Charles K. Dove (Lucille); son in-law, William Skluzacek.  He will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 63 years, Karen Dove (Larsen); daughter, Cheryl...

Cynthia Jean Iverson

Cynthia Jean Iverson

Dec 17, 2024

Cynthia Iverson, age 78, passed away Dec. 17, 2024. Cindy was born Sept. 2, 1946, in Minneapolis to Allan and Janet Pelton. She married Norman Iverson on Feb. 17, 1968, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis — in the first ecumenical wedding in Minnesota in which a Catholic Priest performed the ceremony with a Presbyterian Minister. She will be deeply...

Jackie Lee Stark

Jackie Lee Stark

Dec 15, 2024

Jackie Lee Stark, affectionately known as Jack, was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather who passed away on December 15, 2024, in Fridley, Minnesota, at the age of 77. Born on August 8, 1947, in Joplin, Missouri, Jack lived a life filled with love and laughter, leaving an indelible mark on all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Jack dedicated...

Solveig DeNora Spears

Solveig DeNora Spears

Dec 10, 2024

Spears, Solveig DeNora (Hanson) 91, of New Brighton, Mn and Sioux Rapids, Iowa, died peacefully Tuesday morning December 10, 2024. 

Solveig was born May 25, 1933 at the Hanson family farm in Sioux Rapids where she says, with a twinkle in her eye, that when chores were pressing she would jump on her horse and ride away. She attended Waldorf College...

Melvin Elmer Eichstadt

Melvin Elmer Eichstadt

Dec 9, 2024

Melvin Elmer Eichstadt was taken home to heaven on December 9, 2024 in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. His days of grace on the earth were fulfilled and the Lord brought to a close many decades of blessings.

Melvin was born on April 23, 1930 in Sanborn, Minnesota–the oldest child of Elmer and Esther (Winkelmann) Eichstadt. He received spiritual rebirth through water and...

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