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John A. "Gus" Blanchard III

John A. "Gus" Blanchard III

Mar 10, 2025

John Augustus Blanchard, III—always known and loved as Gus—was born in Laurel, MS on October 17, 1942. He was diagnosed in 2020 with Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) and achieved his goal of being “the best patient” for the next few years as his body succumbed to Parkinsonian symptoms. Gratefully, he kept his memory till the end and died peacefully surrounded...

Joyce Fagen

Joyce Fagen

Mar 9, 2025

Joyce C. Fagen (Becker)

Age 84, passed away March 9, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Ralph (Butch); by parents, Louis and Cecilia Becker; and siblings, Roger, Carol, James, Gary and Thomas.

Survived by children, Jean (Rick) Hausladen, Don (Lisa) Fagen and Sue (Ray) Titel; seven grandchildren; and one great grandson.

A special...

Jack W. Neihart

Jack W. Neihart

Mar 7, 2025

Neihart, Jack W.

4/25/1943 - 3/7/2025

Preceded in death by: wife Gale Neihart; parents John and Erika Neihart; brother Fred. Survived by: brother Peter (Ceil) Neihart; daughters: Julie Neihart, Jennifer (Kelly) Plante; grandchildren: Stephanie (Jacob) Schultz, Hailey Pagani, TJ Pagani; great granddaughters: Lyla and Nora Schultz and many family and friends. Member of Plumbers Local 34.

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Oun Tann

Oun Tann

Mar 6, 2025

Oun Tann,

Age 89 of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on March 6, 2025.

Funeral services for Ms. Oun Tann will be held on Saturday, March 15 at 12:00 PM at Bradshaw (1078 Rice Street) with visitation begining at 10:00 AM.

Interment at Oakland Cemetery.

Joann Otterness

Joann Otterness

Mar 5, 2025

Joann Christine Otterness



Joann was born July 29, 1930, to Carl Edward "Ed" Sodergren and Emma Martina (Peterson) Sodergren at home on the family farm in Scandia, Minnesota. Two brothers greeted their baby sister, Lowell Edward age 7 and Glendon Robert age 3. Her brother Lowell died of scarlet fever at age 12.



Joann was born and raised...

James W. Burket

James W. Burket

Mar 3, 2025

James W. Burket, Age 86, rose to heaven on Monday, March 3rd.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, William Burket; his mother, Anna Petersen; his brother, Donald Burket; Step siblings; Paul Petersen, Catherine Hoppe; and his companion, Darlene Barron.

He is survived by his five children: Jeannette (Matt) Sonnentag, Joan Mertes, Jim (Lynn) Burket Jr., Jennifer (Chuck) Forliti-Weymann, and Jill...

David Fetzek

David Fetzek

Mar 2, 2025

David Charles Fetzek

Age 64 of Minneapolis passed away on Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents Mary Jean and Albert.

He is survived by his partner of over 15 years, Kelly Ogletree; siblings Steven(Pam), Ann(Will) McAndrew, Sue(Jay Lubbesmeier) Visconti; and many nieces, nephews, and beloved family.

A Mass of Christian burial is set to take place at...

Jill Marie Martin

Jill Marie Martin

Mar 1, 2025

Age 62, of Lake Elmo, passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2025.

Preceded in death by mother, Judy Bergner and brother, Kirk Bergner.

She will be sadly missed by sons, Ryan (Jess) and Brennan (Janie); Jill’s only love, Dan; grandchildren, Talan, Jaxon and Charli; father, Roger (Nancy) Bergner; mother-in-law, Alice Martin; brothers, Kent (Shelly) Bergner and Kraig Bergner; many nieces, nephews, other...

Felicia Reilly

Felicia Reilly

Mar 1, 2025

Felicia Dee Reilly

Age 67 of Monticello, formerly of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully at home with her husband on March 1, 2025. Felicia was born July 22, 1957 in West Bend, Iowa. She met her husband, Matthew, at Briar Cliff College in Iowa. Felicia started her law enforcement career as the first female civilian jailer in Dakota County. She was a...

Thomas Harbinson

Thomas Harbinson

Feb 28, 2025

Thomas S. Harbinson passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025. He was born May 3, 1931 and grew up in the Litchfield, MN area on a farm with eight siblings. He was a devout Catholic and church volunteer.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Lucille P. Harbinson. He is survived by his children Ann (Brian)...

Netanja Thuynsma

Netanja Thuynsma

Feb 28, 2025

Netanja (Kirstein) Thuynsma

live stream broadcast and an on demand recording of Netanja's service will be available here

Netanja (Kirstein) Thuynsma, born on February 6, 1978, ended her earthly journey to be present with the Lord, on Friday, February 28, 2025, following a courageous battle with colorectal cancer. Netanja's last days were filled with the loving presence of her family and friends,...

David James Graham

David James Graham

Feb 28, 2025

Age 97, of Bayport, passed away peacefully February 28, 2025. He was a loving husband, father and stepfather, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Born on September 2, 1927, in Roberts, Wisconsin, David's journey began on a farm where the values of hard work and community were instilled in him from an early age.

David proudly served his country in the United States Navy, aboard...

Fern Berndt

Fern Berndt

Feb 27, 2025

Fern A. Berndt

Fern Berndt, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, was born on February 25, 1936, in St. Paul, Minnesota to Henry and Ella Adams (Kirchmeier). She passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, at the age of 89, surrounded by the love of her family.

Fern grew up in St. Paul and graduated from Johnson...

Nick Wadena

Nick Wadena

Feb 26, 2025

Nick Warrior Wadena

Born: August 23, 1978

Passed Away: February 26, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Nick Warrior Wadena, age 46, of Minneapolis, MN, who left us unexpectedly on February 26, 2025. Born August 23, 1978, in Minneapolis, Nick was the beloved son of Nick Boswell (White Earth) and Carol Adams (Menominee). He...

Michael Steele

Michael Steele

Feb 26, 2025

Michael Steele, 71, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1953, in Stillwater, Minnesota.

Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Carol (Taylor), and their children: Jennifer Notto (Nick), Daniel Steele (Kelly), and Mary Kiner (Jim). He was also a cherished grandparent to Dominic, Walter, George, and Grace. Michael was preceded in...

LaMar Matthew Glamm

LaMar Matthew Glamm

Feb 25, 2025

Age 76, of Bayport, passed away peacefully February 25, 2025.

Preceded in death by son, Brent. He will be sadly missed by wife, Mary; daughter, Lisa; granddaughters, Cameryn and Helen; other family and friends. 

Those who had the pleasure of knowing LaMar will remember his incredible sense of humor and his ability to turn any situation around with a smile and a...

Richard "Dick" Shager

Richard "Dick" Shager

Feb 25, 2025

Richard "Dick" Shager of Shoreview, MN passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. He was 82 years old. Dick was born to John and Ella (Neslund) Shager in Thief River Falls, MN on February 15, 1943. Dick grew up on the family farm in Gatzke, MN with his twin sister Becky and older sister Mardie and graduated from Middle River High...

Alice J. Ghiloni

Alice J. Ghiloni

Feb 24, 2025

In loving memory of Alice Jean Ghiloni

Alice J. Ghiloni, age 85, of St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on February 24, 2025.

Born January 12, 1940, in Glenwood Township, Wisconsin, Alice was the first of eight children born to Albert and Josephine (Paulus) Maes. After graduating from high school, she moved to the Twin Cities, where...

Charles E. Dick

Charles E. Dick

Feb 23, 2025

Loving Husband, Dad, Granddad, Brother and Friend. Died on February 23, 2025 after a recently diagnosed dementia disease. 

Charles was born on November 19, 1939 in Stillwater. He married Janet Newell Johansen January 18, 1969. The couple had 3 children, Melissa, Gina and Brian. The family has lived in Marine on Saint Croix for 49 years. 

A celebration of life will be...

Marsha Drucker

Marsha Drucker

Feb 23, 2025

Marsha Drucker passed away at age 87 on 2/23/25. 

During her long career in social work, teaching and family counseling, she enjoyed fine arts, travel, singing with local choirs, and maintaining connections with her extended family. She was an explorer of all things spiritual. 

Marsha is survived by her children: Matt (Ellen) Greenberg, Nick (Rebecca) Greenberg, Ann (Pete) Brownlee; grandchildren: Jessica, Natasha,...

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