Obituaries

Jan 19, 2022

Delores Minnie Gardas was born to Betty Sullivan and Anton Marshall on July 2nd, 1930. She was united in marriage to Tony Gardas on May 5th, 1948 and they raised their four boys in New Brighton, MN. Delores worked for Honeywell, retiring after 30 years. She had a passion for her movies and loved sharing them with friends and...

Jan 18, 2022

Blair, Michael Thomas, age 65 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2022. Preceded in death by his father, Donald Blair.  Survived by his mother, Carol Blair; sister, Kathy Beers (Chuck); brother, Scott Blair (Jodi); many nieces, nephews; and his best friend, Jessica Anger. His passion was helping others in recovery. He was a Sober Coach, a...

Jan 17, 2022

Marliss A. Westenfield, age 89 of Fridley. Died on Monday January 17, 2022. Proud graduate of Duluth Central High School and resident of Fridley for over 60 years. Marliss was a long-time employee of the Golden Valley School District and an avid supporter of U of M Gopher athletics. Survived by son & daughter-in-law Otto III (Otty) and Mary...

Jan 17, 2022

Janet A. Benson, age 86, of Mounds View, MN passed away on January 17, 2022

She is survived by husband, Edwin; children: Fred (Deanna) Benson, Colleen Benson, Erick (Annette) Benson, and Kevin (Jane) Benson; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Jean Gerbig; brother, Ron Gabert; other family and friends.

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Jan 17, 2022

Rhonda Kay Engberg, age 61, passed away unexpectedly on January 17, 2022. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother.

Rhonda was preceded in death by daughter, Stephanie Thompson; parents; brothers, Myron Byrd, Brian Wade, and Robert Wade.

She is survived by husband, Kelly Engberg; son, Chuck...

Jan 16, 2022

Norma Jean (Jeanie) Beadles Harshberger passed away peacefully at age 86 on January 16, 2022 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. Jeanie's infectious smiles, hugs, and handholding were a constant throughout her life. You always knew her presence in a room by her loud voice, laugh, and incredible ability to make others feel welcomed. Faith, family, and community were...

Jan 14, 2022

Clinton L. Nelson, age 30, of Blaine, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2022.

Clinton was preceded in death by brother, John Nelson; grandparents, Fred and Lorraine Mewhorter; grandfather, George Nelson; uncle, Larry Mewhorter.

He will be missed by parents, Gordon and Julie Nelson; sisters, Angela Nelson...

Jan 10, 2022

Yerigan, David James

David James Yerigan, 43, of Fridley, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on January 10th, 2022.

Dave was born on February 17, 1978 to Jim & Vicki Yerigan in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After graduating from Fridley High School in 1996, he began working for Xcel Energy in the special construction department for 24 years. In...

Jan 8, 2022

Nielsen, David Lee

September 22, 1946 - January 8th, 2022

David Lee Nielsen, 75, of Columbia Heights, MN passed away on Saturday January 8th, 2022. Dave was survived by his sister Betty Hults, brother Tom Nielsen, his sweetheart Judy Perez and many other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and...

Jan 8, 2022

Guy Dwayne Povlitzki, 57 years old of Mpls. MN, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022. He is survived by his sister, LuAnn; and brothers, Rich, Randy, Brad; and stepbrother, Bruce. He was preceded in death by his mom and dad, Marlene and Richard Povlitzki; stepbrothers, Bill, David; and stepsister, Teresa.

Guy grew up in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota where he graduated...

Jan 6, 2022

Bobbi Ann (McElevey) Bowling, age 47 of Columbia Heights, passed away on January 6th, 2022. She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Barbara McElevey; and grandson, Michael. Survived by significant other, Keith Brandt; children, Errion Kochans, Amanda (Kayce) Gabaldon, Krystal Kochans and Jesse Kochans; grandchildren, Landon, Rian, Skye, Athelia, Aleana and Nico; siblings, Jaime McElevey and...

Jan 5, 2022

David "Blue Eyes" John McCaw, age 51, drove into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior January 5, 2022, in a ‘71 Cuda.

Dave is survived by his loving wife, Jackie; mother, Sue Enzler; sister, Dawn Perkins; children, Elliot and Emmett; step-children, Brittany (Matt), Ali (Kyle); grandchildren: Ella, Cash, Remi, Navy, and one on the way -due...

Jan 2, 2022

Kathryn “Dolly” Morlyn Anderson, age 83, of Fridley, passed away on January 2, 2022. She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Mayme Sanner; sister Maxine; and brother, Richard. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 66 years, Stan;  four sons, Gary, Brian (Theresa), Dale, and Todd; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and sister, Jenette. Kathy had many talents...

Jan 2, 2022

Peggy L. Stofferahn Smith gained her wings on January 2nd, 2022 at the age of 59. Peggy passed away with family by her side, due to complications from Covid.

Peggy is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Gary Smith, of Coon Rapids, MN; children: sons, Andrew Smith (Stephanie), of Ham Lake, MN, Jeffrey Smith...

Jan 1, 2022

Dennis Lyn Christensen:

Dennis passed away peacefully at the age of 72 from MDS, Myelodyplastic Syndrome, Leukemia, on January 1, 2022 at home where he was surrounded by the love of his family.

Dennis was born to Willis and Evelyn (Ruch) Christensen in Britton, SD. He was baptized and confirmed at...

Dec 31, 2021

Escobar Maravillia, Rosa A.

Age 59 of Fridley passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2021.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at St Alphonsus Catholic Church 7025 Halifax Ave N, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429. Visitation will be held at 12:00 PM with a Mass starting at 2:00 PM. Interment will take place...

Dec 30, 2021

Norma Adeline Rust was given life by her Creator on March 12, 1943, in Portland, OR, the child of Carl and Adeline Schwartz. She became a Child of God through the gift of Holy Baptism on March 23, 1943 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Portland. She received the precious gift of the Lord’s life giving body and blood through...

Dec 28, 2021

Dawson, Garry, age 80, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Martha, sisters Dianne, Eileen and Colleen, sisters-in-law Trudy and Jan, brothers-in-law Bill and Jim, and nephew Rob. He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Lyn; his children Jeff, Jennifer, Jeanine, Joni, Jacinta and Kristine; grandchildren Winnie,...

Dec 27, 2021

Mansk, Jean Ann

Jean Ann Mansk went home to be with Jesus on Dec. 27, 2021. She was born Nov. 4, 1928 in Aberdeen SD, daughter of the late Clifford and Jeanette Cook. Her first husband, Virgil Nentl and brother, William Cook preceded her in death. On Nov. 23, 1954 Jean married Robert H. Mansk, “Bob.” He...

Dec 27, 2021

John Williams, 49, of Blaine, MN went to be with Jesus, his God and Savior due to COVID-19 on Monday, December 27, 2021, at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, MN.

John Dewey Williams, son of Dennis Williams and Alice Christianson, was born March 23, 1972, in Clinton, NC. John’s father passed away in 1974 and John’s family...