Obituaries

Feb 26, 2018

Lila Janette Warner (Bottolfson) 102, earned her angel wings and flew into God's tender embrace Monday, February 26, 2018.

Raised on a dairy farm in Amery, WI Lila moved with her young family to Minneapolis, MN after her husband Roy returned from WWII, later settling in Fridley, MN. A longtime parishioner at Grace Evangelical Church, Lila’s bible...

Feb 25, 2018

Ardith Marie Seeman, nee Megraw, of Blaine, MN passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2018 in Blaine, MN at the age of 82.

Ardith was born in Stewartville, MN to Ennesley and Margaret Megraw on May 12, 1935.  The family lived on a farm until 1950, when Ardith was 15 years old, at...

Feb 24, 2018

Arrangements are pending at this time for Ethel L. Ellwanger age 96 of Shoreview.

Feb 23, 2018

Norma M. Saastamoinen,  age 90 of Col.  Hts.. Memorial service 11:00 am Friday, March 16, 2018 at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE Fridley, with visitation starting at 10 AM .  Interment will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery

Feb 21, 2018

Robert Raver Sr. age 80, of Minneapolis, passed away February 21, 2018. Survived by children, Harriet (Terry) Anderson, Sandra Stella, Robert Raver Jr. and Cara (Chuck) Hoppenrath; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren.

Feb 20, 2018

Marilyn Rose Pike, born June 19, 1966 has passed away peacefully with family by her side for that final journey home to the afterlife. On February 20, 2018 @ St. Cloud Hospital.

She may have left this world, we all carry her spirit , laughter, memories in our heart.

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Feb 20, 2018

Jeffrey “Jeff” M. Ayer age 43, of Fridley, formerly Appleton, WI passed away on February. 20, 2018 after a 10 year battle with ulcerative colitis. Preceded in death by grandparents, Melvin & Helen Ayer; grandfather, James Firnstahl, former mother & father in law, Joanna Miller & Kirmit Ford. Jeff had a Master of Education degree and taught in the...

Feb 18, 2018

Edna Jean Klemz , age 96, died on Sunday, February 18, 2018, in a caring community in Anoka. From her birth on May 1, 1921 to her death on February 18, she was an inspiration to all through her kind and generous nature. She was born to Louis and Edna (Trafton) Klemz and was the oldest of...

Feb 16, 2018

Roger Raymond Samarani of Hugo, MN, died unexpectedly on February 16, 2018, at the age of 44.  He was a devoted husband, loving Father and generous and loyal friend. Roger was truly a one-of-a kind individual who had a giving heart. Roger was born on October 5, 1973, in Batroun, Lebanon.  He was the third of six children born...

Feb 10, 2018

George E. Rothe, Jr., of Fridley, formerly of Duluth, Passed away on Feb. 10, 2018 at the age of 95 years.  Proudly served in the US Navy in WWII.  Preceded in death by his loving wife, Martha.  He is survived by special friend- “daughter”, Sandra (John) Towey; brother, Donald Rothe; nieces and nephews.  He will be deeply missed by...

Feb 9, 2018

William "Bill" L. LeDuc, age 91 of New Brighton, passed away peacefully at Mercy Hospital;Unity Campus, on February 9, 2018.

Private Family services are planned.

Feb 6, 2018

Lillian “Toots” Marie (Seefeldt) Paul was born on January 5, 1932 in Glencoe, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Herman and Lottie (Packer) Seefeldt. Lillian was baptized and confirmed in her faith at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lester Prairie, Minnesota. She received her education in Lester Prairie. On December 12, 1953, Lillian was united in marriage to...

Feb 5, 2018

Dennis Charles Daly

Born May 15, 1938 in Chicago, IL to Florence & Richard Daly. Dennis was the oldest of 4 children.

Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Sheila; brother, James (Marge) Daly; daughter, Margaret Daly; son, Dennis Daly; daughter, Suzanne (Timothy) Mulcahy; granddaughter, Paige Mulcahy.

Preceded in death by his...

Feb 2, 2018

Illi, Pamela J. age 58 of St. Paul. A big heart stopped beating on February 2nd when Pamela got her angel's wings. She was preceded in death by parents, Joan (Sam Crea) and Jerry Illi. She is survived by stepmother, Betty Potasnak-Illi; brothers, Tom and Ken Illi; sister, Linda (John) Timperley; long-time companion, Kenny Holmes; special friend, Kathy Feist;...

Jan 31, 2018

Betty Blahut, 93, of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 31, 2018. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Wally. She is survived by their children; Bruce (Tery), Donna, Susie, and Craig (Tami); seven grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and her sister, Heladore Nawara.

Betty was a WWII...

Jan 30, 2018

Loso, Jane E. age 86 of NE Mpls. Preceded in death by daughter, Laura Hanson; son, Thomas Jr. Survived by loving husband of 62 years, Thomas; children, Paul (Linda), Michelle (Don) Traczyk, Christopher (Renee); 18 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; two sisters and one brother. Visitation 5-8 PM Tuesday with 7:30 PM Vigil Prayers at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE,...

Jan 30, 2018

Robert Allen (Bob) Coffey was born Bobby Allen Coffey on March 25, 1928 in the coal mining camp of Westburne, Tennessee. He was the fifth of six sons born to Charles and Birdie Wilhoit Coffey.

Upon graduation from high school, Bob was given the gift of a one way bus ticket to Knoxville,...

Jan 30, 2018

Ms. Ruth Marie Simon (Thelin), of Spring Lake Park, MN, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at the age of 66.

Ruth is survived by her ex-husband and best friend, Jeff Simon; daughters, Dawn (Scott) Fiedler, Yvonne (Brian) Simon-Huff; her sons, Duane and Jeff Simon; brother, Rick (Linda) Thelin;  Three grandchildren, Jackie Huff, Devin and Adrianna...

Jan 29, 2018

Joyce Colotti, 86, of Fridley, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2018. She is preceded by her loving husband, Dominic, and will be deeply missed by their son, John (Roberta), and grandsons Vincent and Anthony.

Joyce leaves behind a legacy of sharing her love of music through performance and teaching.

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Jan 27, 2018

Jim Hanson age 69, of Coon Rapids, passed away January 27, 2018 from Cancer. Preceded in death by wife of 45 years, Carol; parents, Lorraine & Leonard; brother, Lenny. Survived by daughter, Brenda (Treacy) Hanson; sister, Dawn (Ray) Steinke; brother, Kenny (Netta) Hanson; special friends, Connie Li & Char Shieh and many other family and friends. In lieu of...