Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Corynne Christina

Corynne Christina

Feb 12, 2021

Corynne H. Christina, aged 96, left this world peacefully on Feb. 12, 2021 with her son and daughter by her side. Corynne was born in White Bear Lake, MN at Pine Tree Apple Orchard on July 12, 1924 and married her high school sweetheart, Francis “Frank” Christina. She was an avid reader, crafter, and gifted painter. Dynamic and skilled,...

Diane Frantzen

Diane Frantzen

Feb 12, 2021

Diane E. Frantzen Age 80 of St. Paul passed away peacefully February 12, 2021.  Diane and Jerry were married 45 years.  Diane had the biggest heart with the most love to give. There was never an adventure too small; so long as there was good fun, good music, laughter, family, and friends. Frequently, that would be in the RV,...

Michelle "Mickey" Hockett

Michelle "Mickey" Hockett

Feb 11, 2021

Michelle “Mickey” Hockett Age 77, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family  February 11, 2021. A South Minneapolis native, and Roosevelt High School graduate class of 1961.  Mickey had a heart of gold to share with those who found their way into her circle. She will be deeply missed. Mickey is preceded in death by parents, Don...

Johnny Yang

Johnny Yang

Feb 10, 2021

Obituary to come

Ursula Schorn

Ursula Schorn

Feb 10, 2021

Ursula Schorn (nee Bieter)

Formerly Allard

Died on February 10, 2021, age 88, peacefully at home.  Preceded in death by the father of her children, Norman Allard; second husband, John Schorn; and brothers, William and Thomas Bieter. Survived by children, Barbara (Mike) Rath, Christopher Allard, Mary (Rick) Constantine, William (Susan) Allard and Margaret...

John Urnes

John Urnes

Feb 10, 2021

John Urnes

Age 83, Webster, Wisconsin, died February 10, 2021.  He was born January 2, 1938 in Minneapolis.   Ambjorn M. and Cora J. (Edming) Urnes named him John Magnus Sulland Urnes for his great grandfather of Halden, Norway.  John  grew up on Colfax Avenue  and Glen Flora, Wisconsin, and graduated from Washburn High School and then St...

Mary Leverty

Mary Leverty

Feb 9, 2021

Mary L. Leverty

Age 87, of Stillwater, passed away February 9, 2021.

Preceded in death by husband, Harold “Mick”; parents, Elmer and Helen Asp; sister, Martha Johnson; and daughter-in-law, Becky.

She will be sadly missed by children, Mark Leverty, Patty (Tim) Dymacek, John (Jackie) Leverty, and Kris Leverty; 10 grandchildrem,1 great-grandchild;...

Christine Commerford

Christine Commerford

Feb 9, 2021

Christine Ann Commerford (nee Breed)

Passed away peacefully on Feb 9th with family at her side. Born to Harold and Peggy Breed on Feb 23, 1965. Cutest little girl with dimples and big blue eyes! She grew up in Hibbing, MN, graduated from Hibbing High, then onto the University of Minnesota with a degree in...

Sarena Nourse

Sarena Nourse

Feb 7, 2021

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness …

II Timothy 4:7

Sarena Danielle (Lewis) Nourse

Age 35, passed from the arms of her loving husband Nathan into the arms...

Nicholas Toso

Nicholas Toso

Feb 7, 2021

Dear son, brother, cousin, uncle, and friend Nicholas Andro Toso passed away on 2/6/2021 at the age of 33. Nick valued loyalty and was fiercely loyal himself. He would do anything for those he considered family, blood or chosen. For this reason, many counted on him in times of celebration, times of trouble, or even in mundane moments. He...

Nar Ni

Nar Ni

Feb 6, 2021

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Mariella Perez

Mariella Perez

Feb 6, 2021

Perez, Mariella T.

Age 20, of St. Paul

Beloved Daughter, Granddaughter, Mother

Passed away unexpectedly on February 6, 2021. Preceded in death by grandfather, Jesus, Sr.; uncle, Juan; aunt, Monalisa. Survived by mother, Maria; sister, Maria Rosario; son, Dontre Marcus Kelly, Jr.; grandmother, Mariarosario; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Prayer Service...

Frances Rooney

Frances Rooney

Feb 6, 2021

Rooney, Frances K.

Age 71 of White Bear

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 6, 2021. She was a very caring soul, strong in her faith, and always willing to help those in need

She is preceded in death by her brothers, John and Joseph.

Fran is survived by her...

Michael Phillips

Michael Phillips

Feb 6, 2021

Michael W. “Coach” Phillips

Passed peacefully on February 6th, 2021 after a brave 40-year battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Mike was born December 2nd, 1942 in Mason City, Iowa. At an early age, Mike developed a passion for sports. According to those who knew him, Mike was “smart as a whip” – an attribute that...

Elfriede Hesselberth

Elfriede Hesselberth

Feb 5, 2021

Elfriede lived a full life that traversed two continents. Born in a small town in southern Germany, she was the 4th of 8 children. She spent her childhood living through World War 2, which she and her family were fortunate to survive.  Elfriede had a great love of life and adventure, that included immigrating to the United States when...

Stanley Simkins

Stanley Simkins

Feb 5, 2021

Simkins

Stanley Robert

Age 85, of Woodbury, MN

Formerly of Lake Elmo

Passed away at home on February 5, 2021 surrounded by family and friends. Stanley grew up on a dairy farm. His parents instilled in him a strong work ethic, humility, importance of community and service to others. He had...

Davin Mcbain

Davin Mcbain

Feb 5, 2021

Davin Nokoa McBain, 16, passed away unexpectedly February 5, 2021.

Davin has left this world way too soon. During his short life on this earth he lived life to the fullest. His smile would light up any room. His hugs were enormous (we all felt them). He never held back (I love you). He looked forward to...

Wayne Laschinger

Wayne Laschinger

Feb 5, 2021

Wayne D. Laschinger (Bayport, MN) passed away peacefully on February 5, 2021, a wonderful father, loving husband of 53+ years, grandfather, brother, uncle & friend will be missed forever.   Wayne was the first born child to Russell and Lorraine Laschinger on August 15, 1941.  Preceded in death by his parents, beloved sister Sylvia Rahm, and his special uncle Stanley...

Richard Monty

Richard Monty

Feb 5, 2021

Richard A. Monty

"Dick" "Go-Go"

Age 73, of Oak Park Heights, passed away peacefully February 5, 2021.

Preceded in death by parents, George and Ruby; and brother, Bob.  Survived by two nieces, a nephew, other family and friends.

Go-Go was an avid bowler and golfer.

Services are to...

Kyle Tibbs

Kyle Tibbs

Feb 4, 2021

KYLE EVAN TIBBS

Age 25 of Columbia Heights, Minnesota, died unexpectedly at home on February 4, 2021. He will be greatly missed by those who survive him: his parents, Michele (Steve) Mach, Shane (Aimee) Tibbs; fiancée, Kiana Sutherlin; siblings, Peyton Robards, Parker Mach, Paxton Mach, Peyton Mach, Rainah Tibbs, Jackon Tibbs, Tyler Tibbs; grandparents, Frank Brock, Linda...