Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Robin Chinander

Robin Chinander

Mar 12, 2022

Robin Clare Chinander, 66, of Lindstrom, passed away on Saturday, March 12, 2022.

She will be missed by her family and friends.

Private interment at Almelund Cemetery in Center City, MN at a later date. In Lieu of flowers, Memorials preferred. Memorials preferred to Immanuel Lutheran Church (37515 Park Trail, Center City, MN 55012), Center...

Mary Ramsay

Mary Ramsay

Mar 11, 2022

Mary Lou Ramsay, 85, of Oak Park Heights, formerly of Duluth, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 11, 2022.

Mary Lou was a loving mother and grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with all of her family. She grew up in Duluth, MN where she attended Holy Rosary School and graduated from Stanbrook High...

Patricia Grogan

Patricia Grogan

Mar 11, 2022

Born on April 22, 1938 and passed away peacefully on March 11, 2022 surrounded by so much love and all of her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred and Lorraine Perrier, brother Jim and her youngest son, Dan.

She had an amazing life.  Grew up in Withrow, MN with lots of...

Marjorie Spiller

Marjorie Spiller

Mar 11, 2022

Marjorie Ann Spiller, Age 78 of Saint Paul, MN formerly of San Marcos, TX, went to be with the Lord on March 11th, 2022.

Affectionately known as "Grammy" by her grandchildren, & their cousins, she was loved dearly by her in-laws. A creative soul, Marjorie was an avid baker, crocheter, quilter, & seamstress. Her marriage with Joseph,...

Heather Lundin

Heather Lundin

Mar 11, 2022

Heather Marie Lundin

Heather Lundin, age 45, passed away on March 11, 2022 peacefully at home following a courageous battle with cancer.  Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends she loved.

Heather’s life may have ended too soon, but she touched the hearts of many while she was with us.

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Richard Waskey

Richard Waskey

Mar 9, 2022

“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all”

- Dick Waskey

In the early morning hours of March 9, 2022, Dick took his last breath here on earth and entered the glorious presence of Jesus. Dalene was by his side as he went peacefully. We are grieving...

Anne Caton

Anne Caton

Mar 8, 2022

Anne Louise Caton, age 72, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 8, 2022.

As an administrator for over 30 years at the University of Minnesota in the Department of Forestry and College of Biological Sciences, Anne demonstrated steadfast commitment to providing opportunities for women and minority groups. For her dedication, she was...

Dr. John Tobin

Dr. John Tobin

Mar 7, 2022

John A Tobin M.D.

John lost his valiant and dignified battle with Alzheimer’s surrounded by love on March 7th 2022.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Margaret Tobin, children James, Amy and Allison and his favorite cousin Bill Tobin.  He is survived by his greatest champion, Marie, to whom he has been married...

Victoria "Vickie" Cartony

Victoria "Vickie" Cartony

Mar 7, 2022

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Victoria “Vickie” (Lelle)

Passed away peacefully on March 7, 2022, just before her 75th birthday. She is survived by her children, Sharon (Dan) Roland, John Ness; siblings, Rebecca Cable, Nancy May, Jeffry (Debra) Lelle, Kevin (Nancy) Lelle, Nanette Berglund; grandson, Kevin (Addie) Roland; great-granddaughter, Delilah Sue; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in...

Janice "Jan" Greene

Janice "Jan" Greene

Mar 7, 2022

Greene, Janice R. “Jan” (Nee: Friedrich)

Age 77 of Stillwater

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 7, 2022.

Things that brought Jan great joy included traveling, camping, card games, various arts and crafts, and most of all spending time with family and friends.  She lit up a room with her...

Ramona Sorenson Sanders

Ramona Sorenson Sanders

Mar 6, 2022

Sorenson Sanders, Ramona (Nee: Christopherson)

Age 81

Passed away peacefully on March 6, 2022 with her children at her side after multiple courageous battles with cancer.  Ramona was born on June 9, 1940 to Raymond and Edna (Taylor) Christopherson in Spring Valley, WI.

Two of her proudest personal accomplishments were her decades long...

Karen Gorski

Karen Gorski

Mar 3, 2022

Gorski, Karen E.

Karen passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with breast cancer on March 3, 2022, surrounded by family. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Jerry; parents, Otto and Chloe Froelich; brother, Paul Froelich; parents-in law, Gerald and Corrine. Survived by children, Erek (Angela), Erin, and Christopher (Christina); grandchildren, Madison, Emma, Violet, Ava, and Logan;...

Kathryn Nixdorf, Md

Kathryn Nixdorf, Md

Mar 3, 2022

Dr. Kathryn Elise Nixdorf, 42, passed away on March 3, 2022 at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital after a sudden medical emergency.  Katie was born on November 3, 1979 at Luther Hospital in Eau Claire, WI. to Carolyn (Berg) and Paul Nixdorf.  Katie was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church and graduated as a valedictorian from Memorial High School class...

Lynnette Gillstrom

Lynnette Gillstrom

Mar 2, 2022

Lynnette M. (Charpentier) Gillstrom, 73, of Houlton, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 2, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrance and Lois and brother, David.

Lynnette will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 52 years, Elmer; children, Jeanine Tipton, Skip Gillstrom, and Eric (Mandy) Gillstrom; grandchildren, Alexsia,...

Elizabeth Burns

Elizabeth Burns

Mar 2, 2022

Elizabeth Darneen Burns, born September 22, 1975 in Oakland CA, was the last of 10 siblings to mother Louise and father Dan Burns. She later moved to Minneapolis Minnesota where she sadly passed. Darneen dedicated her life to Jehovah God and passed away as a faithful Jehovah’s Witness. Darneen leaves her precious son Paris, 16, whom she cherished. She...

Teresa Lake

Teresa Lake

Mar 1, 2022

Teresa L. Lake, 80, longtime resident of Cary, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on March 1, 2022. She was born on November 2, 1941 in Redwood Falls, MN to Jack and Kathleen Smith.

On May 12, 1962, Teresa was united in marriage to Peter Lake in Wausau, WI. In their 60 years of marriage,...

Marjorie Watts

Marjorie Watts

Mar 1, 2022

Marjorie A. Watts, 79, of Stillwater, formerly of Wayzata, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 1, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth; parents, Michael and Pearl; brothers, Jack and Patrick; and sisters, Sheila, MaryEllen, and Moureen.

Marjorie will be missed by her children, Jon (Mary) Watts, Tarra (Jesse)...

James King

James King

Mar 1, 2022

Jeff King

Lifelong Eastsider

Age 57, of St Paul, tragically died March 1, 2022.  Jeff is preceded by his parents, Peter and Ricci; and brother, David. He is survived by his son, Jeff; granddaughter, Anaya; siblings, Peter (Jen) and Robin (Art); aunts and uncles, including his special aunt, Corrine; nieces and nephews; and a host...

Paula Downs

Paula Downs

Feb 27, 2022

Paula Ann (Mitchell) Downs, 91, died peacefully in her sleep at Good Life Senior Living in Hugo, MN, on February 27, 2022. A strong mother of five, she was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Edna Mitchell; brother, William Mitchell; and two former husbands, Roger Awsumb and John (Jack) Downs. Born in Crosby, ND, she went on...

Roger Overson

Roger Overson

Feb 27, 2022

Roger Leo Overson

Age 78, of Maplewood, MN

Died on 2-27-22 after a long battle with Leukemia. Born to Marie (Reed) and Raymond Overson in St. Peter, MN.  Preceded in death by parents and brothers, Curt and Gary.  Survived by wife, Mary Beth (Kuhne), children, Nancy (Pete) Boulay and Ryan Overson,...