Obituaries

Barry Bjugstad

Barry Bjugstad

Feb 23, 2015

Barry G. Bjugstad, age 80 of Lino Lakes. Preceded in death by parents, George & Florence Bjugstad; first wife, Helen Bjugstad. Survived by wife, Ila Castle; children, Jodi Thimsen (John Spencer III), Scott (Tammy), Michal (Lori Schiltz), Terri (Walter) Herlitz & Steven Castle; and 31 grandchildren. Memorial service, Saturday, February 28 at 11AM with a visitation one hour prior at...

Jerome Harder

Jerome Harder

Feb 22, 2015

Harder, Jerome L, age 64 of Coon Rapids, passed away on February 22, 2015. Survived by children, Jackie and Katie; step child, Jessica; 5 grandchildren; 2 sisters; 1 brother; and soul mate, Tammy Memorial gathering Thursday, March 5, 2015 at Miller Funeral Home from 5-7PM Service Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Thursday, March 5, 2015...

Nyabol Mathang

Nyabol Mathang

Feb 21, 2015

Mathang, Nyabol Diu age 82 of Columbia Heights. Funeral Service Friday 3/6/15 at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior at the Fridley Covenant Church, 6390 University Ave. NE, Fridley. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens, Coon Rapids, Visitation Fridley Covenant Church 6390 University Avenue Northeast Fridley, MN 55432 Friday, March 6, 2015 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Service Fridley Covenant Church...

Richard Gill

Richard Gill

Feb 18, 2015

Richard F Gill, age 82 of Fridley, passed away on February 18, 2015. Survived by wife of 63 years, Mildred Gill; children Richard (Jackie) Gill, Debbie (Jay) Ward, and James (Tammy) Gill; grandchildren, Eric (Christine), Melissa, Sean, Jay II (Steph), Jacob (Emily), Matt and Josh; 9 great grand children; and brother, Kenny Gill. Preceded in death by brother, Raymond. Mass...

James Redeske

James Redeske

Feb 16, 2015

BELOVED HUSBAND BELOVED FATHER BELOVED GRANDFATHER BELOVED FRIEND Jim Redeske entered into Eternal Life on February 16, 2015 at age 75. He died from pancreatic cancer. He was a retired officer of Northwest Airlines and an active member of the #261 Steam Train family. He was a man of strong faith, a spreader of joy, a giver of love, and...

Kathleen Gifford

Kathleen Gifford

Feb 11, 2015

Born May 26, 1951, in Belle Prairie, Minnesota; Kathleen (Kathie) Marie (Knopik) Gifford went home to be with the Lord on the evening of February 11, 2015. She was a kind and loving soul. She had a passion for the Lord and sharing the good news. She was a strong, faithful servant. Kathie was an independent woman, yet loved being...

Robert Wagner

Robert Wagner

Feb 9, 2015

Wagner, Robert J., age 85 of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by wife, Pat; survived by son, Paul (Colette) Wagner; daughter, Judy (Greg) Giergielewicz; grandchildren, Nick Wagner, Greg (Sara) Giergielewicz, Jacqui Wagner (Jimmie Linthakhanh), Angie Giergielewicz; great granddaughter, Sydney Giergielewicz; sister & brother in law, Gerald & Geraldine Blanski; nieces, Sue, Maria, Janice & Deanna. Mass of Christian Burial Thurs....

Barbara Maurer

Barbara Maurer

Feb 9, 2015

Maurer, Barbara C. age 85 of Fridley. Preceded in death by husband, Walter; son, Gerald; two brothers. Survived by children, William (Patti), Skip (Kelly), Kelly Winkelman, Becky (Mike) White, John (Julie); 11 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Sharon Nett, other relatives and friends. Memorial service Friday 11 AM with visitation 1 hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE,...

Marlene Wagner

Marlene Wagner

Feb 8, 2015

Marlene Wagner was born October 15, 1946 to Lorenz and Ella Mae Wagner in Olivia MN. Marlene grew up in Morton and attended Morton Public School until 9th grade then went to MN School for the Blind in Faribault MN, where she graduated in 1967. After graduation, she moved to Minneapolis and lived independently and was employed in many restaurants....

Eugene Kazmierkoski

Eugene Kazmierkoski

Feb 7, 2015

Eugene "Larry" Kazmierkoski, age 71 of Maplewood, passed away on Feb 7, 2015. Survived by daughters, Carla and Mandy; grandchildren, Nathan, Jessica and Danielle; siblings, Al, Joe and Enita; aunt, Helen Baumel; and 11 nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Ed and Emily; brother, Ed; sister, Ann; and nephew, Michael. Visitation and celebration of life on Friday, Feb...

Patricia Hammond

Patricia Hammond

Feb 6, 2015

Hammond, Patricia Ann "Pat" age 68 of Minneapolis. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Lucille Hammond; brothers, Gary, John and Timothy Hammond, nephews, Brian and Robert Hammond. Survived by siblings, Kathy Kovall, Mary Hammond, Margaret "Peggy" Hammond, Robert Hammond, Elizabeth (Henry) Camacho, Irene (Randy) Jennrich, Ralph Hammond; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial,...

Mary Engstrom

Mary Engstrom

Feb 4, 2015

Engstrom, Mary V. age 88 of Fridley. Born Nov. 20, 1926 and passed away Feb. 4, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, Robert. Survived by daughters, Linda Powers, Nancy Webber; grandchildren, Andrew and Sarah Powers; great-grandson, Aidan Hackbarth; brother, Floyd Allen. Funeral service Wednesday, 11 AM with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley....

Linette Kowalski

Linette Kowalski

Feb 2, 2015

Linette F. Kowalski, age 50 of Fridley, passed away on Feb 2, 2015. Linette was a 1983 graduate of Fridley High School, and was very passionate about her guinea pigs. She was a beloved daughter, sister and aunt who will be deeply missed. She is survived by her parents, Frank and Shirley; siblings, Carlene (Darryl), Darryl (Janell), Greg (Lori) and...

Karen Peterson

Karen Peterson

Jan 31, 2015

Peterson, Karen A., age 71 of New Brighton. Graduate of Aitkin High School in 1962 Preceded in death by parents, Russell & Freda Falk; sister, Gail Long; honorary granddaughter, Jessica Claflin. Survived by loving husband, Gary; son, Dennis; daughter, Marci (David) Campen; honorary daughter, Deb (Rick) Schoonover; sisters, Darlene Falk, Ferne (Ray) Skog, Ardis (Rollie) Flowers; brother, Donald Falk; brothers...

Kathleen Lucken

Kathleen Lucken

Jan 31, 2015

Lucken, Kathleen M. (Zika) nee Clarkin, age 73 of Blaine, passed away Jan 31, 2015. Preceded in death by parents and 4 siblings. Survived by children, Roxanne (Ted), Victoria (George), Lori (Wally), Joe (Shannon) and Star; 9 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral service 12PM Fri, Feb 6 at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley, with a visitation...

Stephen Ruzicka

Stephen Ruzicka

Jan 30, 2015

Ruzicka, Stephen C. age 54 of Andover. Preceded in death by parents, Richard & JoAnn Ruzicka; nephew, Kyle Franey. Survived by children, Andy (Katie), Jen; first grandchild due in August; fiance', Cindy Ekberg; siblings, Rick (Shelly), Tim (Gail), Lynn (Dave) Franey; aunt, Merle Olson; nephews, Danial Ruzicka, Nathan Franey; niece, Megan Franey; former wife, Dawn Pullen; best friend and companion,...

Alyce Hawkinson

Alyce Hawkinson

Jan 28, 2015

Alyce (Larson) Hawkinson, known for her gifts of music, hospitality and deep commitment to the church, died Wednesday. She was 81. A memorial service will be held at Salem Covenant Church in New Brighton, MN, at 1 p.m. Friday, February 6. Alyce was born May 27, 1933, in Kansas City, MO. She studied at the Kansas City Conservatory of Music...

Brian Peterson

Brian Peterson

Jan 28, 2015

Peterson, Brian J., age 65 of Coon Rapids. Survived by Father, Carl G. Peterson; step mother, Dottie Peterson; sisters, Mary (Jaime) Sanabria, Janis Peterson; step sister, Marie Pilarski; nieces, Gisela, Andrea (Leo); grand nephew, David; also many loving cousins & friends. Brians understated generosity, kindness & extraordinary sense of humor will be greatly missed. Memorial service Mon. 11 AM at...

Patrick Matson

Patrick Matson

Jan 26, 2015

Matson, Patrick M. age 72 of Blaine. Preceded in death by wife, Linda. Survived by children, Dave (Laurie), Dale (Stephanie), Patty (Steve) Schrempp, Ken (Nikki), Steve, Paul; many grandchildren, great-granddaughter, brothers and sisters. Visitation Friday 5-7 PM with a 7 PM Cerebration of Life at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley 763-571-1300. Private interment Epiphany Cemetery, Coon Rapids....

Thomas Fish

Thomas Fish

Jan 24, 2015

Fish, Thomas A., age 71 of Blaine, passed away at home surrounded by family on Jan 24, 2015. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Georgia Fish; and siblings, Gloria, Virginia, Patricia, John and Jerry. Survived by wife of 42 years, Vivian Fish; daughters, Vicki (Marty) Ouellette, Tammy Fish and Sharon (Michael) Kedrowski; grandchildren, Andrew, Allie, Katie, Jordan, Charlie,...

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