Obituaries

May 6, 2020

Bonnie Oltman, age 75, of Brooklyn Park passed away on May 6th 2020 due to Covid 19.

Preceded in death by husband, John Oltman; and parents, Vere and Wanda Warden. Survived by brothers, Mike Warden and Rob Warden; sister, Laurie Middendorf; relatives and friends.

Bonnie was a lifelong employee...

May 6, 2020

Marie Elva Scheer was born on July 22, 1938 near Bigfork, Minnesota inside the log cabin her parents had built. She graduated from Bigfork High School and began nurse’s training at General Hospital in Minneapolis. She married Bob Marcotte and they raised their children together for thirteen years.

Her contributions to her community...

May 6, 2020

Zacharias, Roland E., age 84 of Fridley, was born on November 15, 1935 in Linton, North Dakota and passed away on May 6, 2020 in Fridley, Minnesota. He graduated from Chisago City High School and Hamline University. He retired from Honeywell after 32 years. Following his retirement, he worked as a volunteer driver for Anoka County for 27 years....

May 5, 2020

Edward Arther Miller III passed away suddenly from Cardiac arrest on May 5th 2020 at Regions hospital St Paul MN.  Preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Irene Miller; sister, Cheryl Miller; and his wife, Sheryl Miller.  Ed is survived by his beloved three children, Jeremy, Joshua and Katelyn; and four grandchildren, Shaye, Breanna, Stefan and Logan; Ed will be forever...

May 2, 2020

Olson, Dale L. age 69 of Mounds View passed away suddenly on May 2, 2020. Preceded in death by son, Christopher; brother, Terry. Survived by life partner, Kathy Patrow; sons, Brian, Robert, Brad (Angie); daughter, Barbara Olson; many grandchildren; brother, Eugene (Shirley); sisters, Sharon (Ron) Lemke, Mary Olson; many other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held...

May 1, 2020

Marilyn (Lyn) Ruth Steger, age 90, passed away on May 1, 2020 after a short battle with COVID-19. Preceded in death by her husband Vernon Steger whom she lovingly called Mickey, son Brad Steger, mother Lavina Hamman, sister Lois Moretter Foster, brother Robert Schaleen, and son-in-laws Gary Gunderson and Wayne Adams. Survived by many loving family members, including her...

Apr 30, 2020

Frischmon, Patrick M. of Spring Lake Park went home to his Lord on April 30, 2020 at the age of 72.  Residing in Heaven with son Matt, brothers Timothy and Jerry, sister Shirley Walter, brother-in-law John Schulte, nephew Clark Schulte and niece Carol Walter and great niece Emily.

Survived by his wife of 47 years Kathy, daughter...

Apr 29, 2020

Arend (Archer), Jean Catherine, age 83 of Arden Hills passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 29, 2020.

Jean was born in Minneapolis on January 29, 1937 to James Archer and Irene (Clifford) Archer. She attended Derham Hall High School, graduating in 1954, and went on to attend the College of St....

Apr 29, 2020

Batcha (nee Sobiech), Marian B. passed away on April 29, 2020 at the age of 92. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 50 years, Leo; as well as all her siblings. She is survived by and will be deeply missed by her son, Jerry (Pauline); grandsons, Dan, Doug (Melissa); son, Jim (Sandy); grandson, Joe; great-granddaughter,...

Apr 24, 2020

Harriet Lundgren, age 94 of Blaine, went to be with the Lord on April 24th, 2020. She was a strong and independent woman. Living on her own until last May when she moved into Edgewood assisted living. She loved seeing her family and looked forward to the family “laughfest” weekends, where kids and grandkids would get together and play...

Apr 22, 2020

Mohagen, Jacqueline, age 73 of New Brighton passed peacefully in her home on April 22, 2020.  She taught elementary school in the Anoka Hennepin district for over 30 years.  Jacque was a phenomenal baker and quilter.  She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Gertrude Trebbe, and husband, David Mohagen.  Survived by children, Mark Lutz and Jennifer...

Apr 16, 2020

James “Jim” Edward Burggraff, age 94, of Mounds View and New Brighton passed away on April 16, 2020 in his assisted living facility surrounded by his children.

Jim was born on April 12, 1926 in Pierz, MN and attended school in the nearby area. He married the love of his life, Lea Marie...

Apr 16, 2020

Jonathan Edward Soule, age 65, of Fridley passed away on April 16, 2020 after an extended illness.

Jon was born in St. Paul and grew up in Roseville; attending school later at both St Cloud State University and the University of Minnesota. He married Cynthia Johnson in 1985 and they made a home...

Apr 13, 2020

Dennis Carl Anderson April 4, 1923- April 13, 2020 Dennis was born April 4th 1923, to Minnie and Charles Anderson the seventh of ten children.  He grew up in Kerrick Township, outside of the Moose Lake, MN area and graduated from Moose Lake High School.  Dennis was drafted into WWII.  He chose the Navy and served as Radioman 3rd Class on the USS LSM...

Apr 12, 2020

Soderstrom, Russell W. age 89 of Fridley, passed away on April 12, 2020, after a courageous battle with multiple conditions, including renal failure. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia “Ginny”; parents, Edward and Mildred Soderstrom; brother, Ronald Soderstrom; and brother-in-law, Lyle Berghuis. Survived by loving children, Ryan (Nancy) Soderstrom of Colorado Springs, CO, Avis Soderstrom of...

Apr 8, 2020

Linda Marie (Nineme) Haubrick, age 70, of Coon Rapids passed away into the arms of Jesus with family at her side and listening to Elvis sing Peace in the Valley on Wednesday, April 08. She was born on October 04, 1949 in Brainerd, Minnesota.

She is preceded in death by her father, Earl...

Apr 5, 2020

Phillip C. Allison, age 85, of Fridley and formerly Duluth passed away peacefully on April 05, 2020.

Phil was born in Duluth to Dale and Helen Allison on December 28, 1934. He graduated from Proctor High School in 1953, and married Dianne Sue Backlund on July 27, 1955. He continued on to graduate...

Apr 2, 2020

Susan Sina, age 67, passed away unexpectedly on April 2, 2020.

Sue was a kind hearted person who was always looking to lift others up. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, reading books and taking many trips to her local library. She was known for sending cards for any occasion and had a passion for animals, especially...

Apr 1, 2020

Hillbo, Griffin Karl – age 43 passed away in his home on April 1, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife, Mari; son, Ethan; parents Tryg and Barb Hillbo; Brother, Alec; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Born in Madison, WI, Griffin graduated from Madison West High School, the University of Minnesota and...

Mar 30, 2020

Magnuson, Michael R. age 65, of Columbia Heights, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2020.  Preceded in death by wife, Cheryl Magnuson; father, Robert Magnuson; brother, Bob Magnuson; father-in-law, Lawrence Halek; mother-in-law, Yvonne Halek; sister-in-law, Dianne Sullivan; and niece, Catherine Dahl.

He will be greatly missed by his loving son, Warren and...