Obituaries

Jan 27, 2022

Laura Lou Sandstrom (Johnson), age 93 of Golden Valley, passed away on January 27, 2022.

Laura Lou was born in Belgrade, MN and her family moved to Wilmar soon after. The Johnson's were a large farm family and active at Wilmar Covenant Church.

Laura Lou attended North Park College where she met Bill Sandstrom. They...

Jan 27, 2022

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Jan 26, 2022

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Renner, Gregory J, age 66 of Corcoran, formerly of Valencia, CA.

Passed away on January 26, 2022 surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with Covid.

Preceded in death by beloved wife, Laura, parents, Roman and Trudy Renner.

Survived by daughter, Ashley, sisters, Therese (Paul) Hetchler, Mary...

Jan 23, 2022

Rollins, Agnes (Aggie) age 95, passed away peacefully on January 23, 2022. Preceded in death by husband, Warren. She will be greatly missed by children; Leilani Trezona (Jim), Jodi Granlund (Dan Loso), Scott (Mary);  grandchildren; Jim Granlund (Mandi), Ryan Hannigan (Teri), Leeah Williams (Dustin), Matt Granlund (Gladys); great grandchildren; Ivy and Melrose Williams, Claudia Granlund, Jack and Grace Hannigan,...

Jan 22, 2022

Nordquist, Audrey M.

Age 90 of New Brighton passed away peacefully on January 22, 2022. She was the last remaining sibling out of 10 children.  Audrey is survived by her children, Becky (Doug) Pederson, and Bret (Eileen Thomas); nieces; nephews and friends.  She is preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Robert; 4 brothers; and 5 sisters. A...

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

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 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 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...