Obituaries

Dec 3, 2018

Frances Young, age 98, of Minneapolis passed away on December 3rd. She is preceded in death by siblings, Virginia, Bud, Gordon, and Marian.

She is survived by daughter, Lola (Gary) Reierson; grandchildren, Lee (Amy) and Rebecca; great grandchildren, Amber, Rochelle, Crystal, Heaven, Lily, Ellie; great great granddaughter, Athena; and other friends and family.

Dec 2, 2018

Bleichner, Donald G.

Loving father, proud papa, brother and friend.

Age 81, of Fridley, passed away unexpectedly, Sun. Dec. 2, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, Henry and Agatha; infant son, Mark Donald; brother, John; sister, Joyce. May the winds of heaven blow softly and whisper in your ear. How much we love...

Nov 24, 2018

Virginia Halverson of Columbia Heights, MN, passed away on November 24, 2018 surrounded by family and friends. Virginia was born in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Stella Bauck and was the youngest of seven children.

She was an avid bingo player, cook, gardener, and story-teller. Virginia was quick to laugh and...

Nov 24, 2018

Margaret W. Tjosvold (1918-2018).  She was a savvy businesswoman but never read a financial statement.  She hired lawyers but never read their legal documents.  She gave us direction but was never bossy.  She displayed all of her emotions but never raised her voice.  She would give people kisses but didn't know their names.  She had high standards but never complained. ...

Nov 23, 2018

Deborah ‘Debbie’ Johnson (nee Zube), age 66 of Fridley MN

The best wife, mom, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away on November 23rd, 2018. Debbie enjoyed cross stitching, music, crocheting, and even went downhill skiing in the 70’s and 80’s. One of her favorite things to do was decorate for the holidays; Christmas, Halloween, Thanksgiving, St...

Nov 23, 2018

Services are pending

Nov 14, 2018

David Allen Berg, age 62, of Columbia Heights passed away unexpectedly on November 14.

He will be deeply missed by his life partner, Sheree Zaccardi; his sons, Ian and Cory; sisters, Mary (Steve) Ginn and Barb Taylor; brothers, Dan and Doug.

A memorial service will be held at Miller...

Nov 13, 2018

Clifford L. Dahl, age 96 of Mpls., passed away on Nov. 13th with family by his side at Catholic Eldercare of Mpls.

Cliff was born on Feb. 26, 1922 to parents Elmer and Esther Dahl of Brainerd, Minn.

He graduated from Brainerd High in 1940, served in WWII, US...

Nov 13, 2018

Kaml, Stanley W., age 66 of New Richmond, Wisconsin.  Preceded in death by parents, brother, Lawrence;  survived by wife, Mary; sons, Tony & Scott Kaml; daughter, Jennifer Kaml; brothers, Charles (Carol) Kaml, Donald Kaml, Anthony (Linda) Kaml; grandchildren, Amanda Root, Ashley Bergstrom, Samantha Kaml, Anton Kaml; also 2 great grandchildren, many nieces & nephews. Memorial service Sat. Nov. 17,...

Nov 12, 2018

John Donald Luhman, age 90, of Fridley passed away on Monday, November 12, 2018.

Preceded in death by beloved wife, Gladys; brother, Francis; sisters, Marjorie Gill and Ruth Lewis. He will be deeply missed by his children, Stephen (Cathy) Luhman, Joanne (Clayton) Stigen, Bonita (Arvid Rydholm) Luhman, Thomas Luhman, Alan (Diane) Luhman, Barbara...

Nov 11, 2018

John Joseph Huyck, 84, devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather and great-grandfather, dedicated son and brother, and gregarious friend, went to his eternal reward on Nov. 11, 2018.

John was born March 10, 1934 in Minneapolis to Adrian and Blanche Huyck, as one of six children. As a teenager, an interest in cooking...

Nov 11, 2018

Michael Daniel “Mick” Gannucci

Gannucci, Michael Daniel, age 86, of Fridley, MN died on Veterans Day, Sunday, Nov 11, 2018 at Unity Hospital in Fridley. Mike was born on May 18, 1932 to Michael and Sylvia Gannucci in Duluth, MN. He served 2 years in the US Army in Korea. Mike...

Nov 10, 2018

Yvonne Gram, of Spring Lake Park, passed away on Saturday, November 10, 2018. She was 80 years old.

Yvonne was born Harriet Yvonne Dorland on March 29, 1938 in Minneapolis to parents, William and Josephine.

Yvonne was preceded in death by her son, Cary; parents and two...

Nov 8, 2018

Profant, Jerry “J.P.”Age 72, passed away on Nov. 8th, 2018. Preceded in death by parents Michael and Wanda Profant.  J.P was born in Minneapolis, raised in Forest Lake, and graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1964.  He served as a Security Policeman in the US Air Force and later worked as a barber, sales manager, and entrepreneur.  J.P....

Nov 6, 2018

Ivadelle 'Ivy' Shaffer, age 83, of Blaine passed away on November 06.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, George; parents, siblings, Audrey, Carol, Duane, Eunice, Elaine, Elenore; daughter-in-law, Julie Shaffer; grandson, Lance; and great grandson, Jacob. She will be deeply missed by her sons, Mike (Glenda), Pat, Tim (Nancy), and...

Nov 4, 2018

Harrer Kathleen (HeHe) age 75 of Mounds View passed away on November 4, 2018 after a courageous battle with multiple health issues. The angels took her home.

Preceded in death by husband of 46 years, Donald Harrer; parents, Floyd and Agnes Smith. Survived by daughters, Jenny (Tom) Nelson and Penny Harrer; grandchildren, Donavan and Danica...

Nov 2, 2018

Gannucci, Marcelene Marie "Marcy" age 83 of Fridley, MN died Friday, Nov. 2, 2018 at the J.A. Wedum Residential Hospice. Marcy was born on July 27, 1935 to Joseph and Agnes Rendulich in Duluth, MN. Marcy married Michael Gannucci on June 22, 1957 in Duluth. Marcy was a homemaker and a great mom. She worked many years alongside her...

Nov 2, 2018

Gerda, Arlene R. age 86 of Columbia Heights. Survived by loving husband of 63 years, Andy; children, Bob (Jessie), Gayle (Ted) Stephens, Dave (Kelly); 6 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Millie Dunivin. Funeral service Thursday, Nov. 8th, 11 AM with visitation one hour prior at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 7700 Monroe St. NE, Spring Lake Park. Interment Hillside Cemetery,...

Oct 30, 2018

Gwen M. Becker, age 85, of Ham Lake, passed away at home on Oct. 30, 2018. Gwen was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Survived by husband of 65 years, Harold; children, Bill (Kaylynn Wallsmith), Robin, Randy (Barbara) and Karen Kae (Larry) Sveiven; 11 grandchildren and 1 great-granddaughter; many other relatives and friends. If so desired, memorials preferred.

Oct 28, 2018

Marshall "Mike" Everett Elliason, age 73, of Blaine, passed way October 28, 2018 at his home. Mike is survived by daughters, Amy (Craig Henry) Castillo and Stephanie Peterson; grandchildren, Annalie Peterson and Arianna Monroe; sisters; other family and friends. Graveside Service with Military Honors at 10:45 AM, Thurs., Nov. 8, 2018 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery Ln#5, Minneaplolis, MN....