Obituaries

May 23, 2019

Frank J Keeley, age 85 of Fridley, MN, died peacefully at home on May 23rd, 2019. Survived by loving daughter, Kim (Frankie); loving sons, Greg (Michelle), Danny; grandchildren, Justin, Matthew, Jordyn; loving special friend and caregiver, Julie Lindquist; brothers John, Bob; sister, Rosemary; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by loving wife of over...

May 21, 2019

Redepenning, Carol Jane age 84 of Fridley.

Strength, determination, grace, and kindness.

Carol lived her life as only she knew how: embodying these traits and encouraging them in everyone she came into contact with. From Barnes and Noble, to Panera, to her local libraries; Carol is remembered for her kindness and how she made everyone...

May 20, 2019

Halverson, LeRoy Thomas age 92 of Fridley.  Preceded in death by wife, Charlotte; daughter-in-law, Karen Halverson; grandson, Jeremy Zachau; parents, Henry & Bergine Halverson; 2 brothers; 8 sisters.  Survived by children; Thomas (Amy) Halverson, Juliana (Calvin) Jeandron, Randy Halverson, Pauline (Mark) Zachau; 10 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; other relative and friends.  Visitation 5-8 PM Thursday, May 30th at Miller Funeral Home, 6210...

May 19, 2019

Dorothy L. Meyer, age 85, of Columbia Heights passed away on May 19, 2019.

Preceded in death by loving husband, Tom; siblings, Stephanie Christ, Helen Bodick, Gen Mika, Joseph Krawczyk, Lucy Zandaroski, Wanda Cooley. Survived by son, Mark (Amelia); daughter, Joyce (Scott) Salazar; grandchildren, Andy (Molly), Stefan (Ana), Sarah, Josie, Noah; great grandchildren,...

May 17, 2019

Miriam Delore Sparre, age 94, of Fridley, MN, went to be with her Heavenly Father on May 17, 2019. Preceded in death by her parents Leonard & Lillie Olson; her six siblings; husband, Ray Sparre; granddaughters, Deidra Page & Star Schultz; great grandson, Bo Redfield. Miriam was born and raised in Cambridge, MN and moved to Fridley in 1976. A long-time...

May 14, 2019

LeCuyer, Michele Irene age 67 of Fridley was born on January 14, 1952 in Minneapolis to proud parents, Virgil sr. & Viola LeCuyer.  She started work at the US Bank right out of High School.  She worked for the bank until her retirement in March of 2018.  She leaves to survive her brother, Virgil Jr.; other relatives and friends.  Private services...

May 14, 2019

Hoverson, Virginia May "Gen" age 75 of Circle Pines. It is our sad duty to report the passing of Virginia (Gen) May Hoverson,. Gen was born in St Joseph's hospital in Brainerd Minnesota on March 8th 1944.  She lost her battle with cancer on May 14th 2019 , she was 75.  She is preceded in death by parents, Edwin and Violet Anderson; sister, ...

May 9, 2019

Michael F. Bizal, age 95, of Blaine, was gently called to be with the Lord on May 9, 2019. Preceded in death by his first wife, Florence; sons, Bryan and Brett. He served in the Marine Corps in WWII, started Bizal Mfg. in 1965 and continued to be involved in operations until his death. He will be remembered for his business...

May 8, 2019

Ramona Aileen LeFebvre Ziegler was born near Mora Minnesota, June 3, 1928, and died at her home in Fridley, Minnesota, May 8, 2019, at the age of 90 years, 11 months, and 5 days, surrounded by her family. Ramona grew up on the family farm in Comfort Township, the third daughter of Charles and Marie LeFebvre. She attended a...

May 6, 2019

Luverne Chester Dahnke, age 72, of Spring Lake Park, MN, passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2019. Preceded in death by parents, Chester & Irene; granddaughter, Jessica; brother, Carl. Vern was born on Oct. 24, 1946 in St. Cloud, MN. He was a United States Vietnam War Veteran and served from 1965-1968 with distinction as a Combat Engineer. Vern...

May 5, 2019

'Don the Barber'

Donald Albert Moren of Fridley was called Home on May 05 at the age of eighty-six. He was preceded in death by his grandson, Joel Albert. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Delores; children, Karen (Steve), Dean (Jane), Darlene (Terry); grandchildren, Bryan, Brent, Ross, Katie, Amber, Andy,...

May 5, 2019

Ruth Doreen Singh, age 55, of Blaine, MN, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2019. Preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Joy Logid; grandparents, Dorothy "GG" Hardie, Wesley Hardie, Gina Logid and John Logid; uncle, Dale Hardie; beloved pets, Tigger, Ginger, Spice and Bubba. Ruth loved to sing and dance. Her family meant the world to her. She...

May 5, 2019

Robert Dreis, age 66, of Spring Lake Park is survived by his wife, Sheri; children, Ashley and Aaron; sisters, Sandy (George) Kahl, Bev Piedmont, Sharon (Randall) Pederson; brothers, Ken (Linda) Warner, Mike (Donna) Dreis, Tom (Vickie) Dreis, Dave Dreis, Jim Dreis; grandson, Aidan Dreis; also many cousins, nephews and nieces.  Bob was preceded in death by parents, Othmar...

May 2, 2019

Larry Bendel, age78 passed away May 2nd with his loving wife and daughters by his side. Larry will be remembered for his sharp wit, playful humor, and unwavering dedication to his family.  After a 30 year career with Ford, Larry enjoyed a retirement filled with baking, watching the Twins, and volunteering with AARP.  But above everything else, he valued...

May 2, 2019

Kriesel, David Lewis age 67 of Fridley, passed away suddenly on May 2. Preceded in death by parents, Claire and Florence; brother, Dan; sister, Deb. Survived by son, Mark Kriesel; daughter, Erin Kriesel Siegfried; adoring grandchildren, Marissa, Kyree and Kadin; sister, Holly; and brothers, Steve, Scott and Ed. Dave's fun-loving spirit will be missed by all who knew him....

May 1, 2019

Jurek, Rita C. age 88 of Columbia Heights. Preceded in death by husband, Valentine; grandson, Preston Ryan; 12 brothers and sisters. Survived by children, Sharon (Lyle) Solberg; Thomas Jurek; Barbara (Thomas) Ryan; grandchildren, Leigh (Jason) Bredenberg, Paula Solberg  & fiancé, Todd Cavanaugh, Sarah (Daniel) Casper, Nolan (Angie) Ryan, Emily (Eric) Molitor, Zachary Jurek, Elizabeth Jurek; grandchildren, Jordyn Bredenberg, Gabriel, Claire...

May 1, 2019

Seekamp, Daniel (Dan) John, age 57 of Fridley.  Preceded in death by niece, Emma Boerner; survived by loving wife, Diane; parents, Ron & Mary Seekamp;  children, Brian (Kelly) Dehnel, David (Sara) Dehnel, Ben (Julie) Erickson, Amy (Brian) Gross; sisters, Laurie (Dale) Sanderson, Linda (Dan) Hahn, Lisa (Matt) Boerner; grandchildren, Haley, Tyler, Brenna, Aria & Dustin.  Memorial Service Wed. May 8,...

Apr 30, 2019

Glen Omar Johnson, 84 of Pharr, TX, succumbed to complications from cancer at the Edenbrook nursing home in Edina, MN surrounded by his family on Tuesday, April 30, 2019.

Glen was born in Duluth, MN and grew up in St. Paul, MN. He studied music at Hamline University and received his Master’s degree at VanderCook College of...

Apr 27, 2019

Jenny Audette, age 90 of Fridley, passed away on April 27, 2019.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard and infant grandson, Justin. She will be deeply missed by her children, Greg (Sue), Brad (Mary), Denise (Dale) Anderson, Doug (Teresa); grandchildren, Adam, Elizabeth, Nichole, Travis, Julie, Kristie, Jason, Amy, Steven; 13...

Apr 24, 2019

Jane E. Leitheiser, age 60, of Stanchfield, MN, died April 24, 2019 peacefully at home after a courageous battle with lung cancer.  Preceded in death by her father, Robert Ellis; siblings, Robert Jason and Catherine. Survived by her husband, William Leitheiser; daughter, Anastacia Ryan; grandchildren, Nathan, MaKaylah, KhaliAna and Leonardo.

Memorial Gathering 2 - 5 PM, Saturday, May 18, 2019...