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Mary Taylor

Mary Taylor

Aug 18, 2020

Mary Ellen (Molly) Taylor

Age 93, died at home August 18, 2020, surrounded by loving family, after a life of leadership and grace. Molly was the founder and long-time director of the renowned Minnesota Poets (later Writers) in the Schools program, and COMPAS, still a thriving community arts program in St. Paul. A life-long Minnesotan, growing up...

Jenni Smith

Jenni Smith

Aug 17, 2020

Age 30 of Minneapolis passed away on August 17, 2020.

Jenni had a passion for poetry and beading. She loved homemade food. In her free time, she braided hair. Above all else, she loved spending time with her son, LeRoy.

Jenni is preceded in death by her mom, Carrie Smith; grandma, Charlene Smith; grandpa, Sam Smith....

Reed Nickels

Reed Nickels

Aug 14, 2020

Nickels, Reed Loren

Passed away peacefully on August 14, 2020, age 65. Preceded in death by parents, Loren and Alyce; infant brother, Royce. Survived by sister, Julee (Michael) Ruby; nieces and nephews, Kristen (William) James, Shawn Ruby, and Patrick (Brittany) Ruby; great-nieces and nephews, Alix, Lafeyette, Braydin, and Kylee Ruby. In spite of the difficulties of living...

Mistey Stampley

Mistey Stampley

Aug 13, 2020

Mistey Ann Blackhawk-Stampley Also Known As "Pooh Bear" & "Mama Mistey" Was Born In St.Paul, MN. She Was Raised By Her Grandparents Mrs. Neva (Big Ma) & Mr Theadore (Big Dad) Stampley Whom She Joins In Heaven. Growing Up, Mistey Attended Como Elementary And Highland Park Highschool. She Worked Many Jobs In Retail But Her Favorite Was As a Lab Tech...

James Biersdorff

James Biersdorff

Aug 11, 2020

James Leonard Biersdorff

Age 58

of St. Paul

Passed on August 11. Preceded in death by parents Kenneth and Nancy. Survived by siblings Mark, Dorothy, and Marilyn; 4 nieces; 3 nephews; and very special family and friends. Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Thomas Will

Thomas Will

Aug 9, 2020

Thomas Mark Will, age 60, of Minneapolis, died peacefully at home with his loving wife, Michele, on August 9, 2020. During the course of his life he was many things: a son, a brother, an Army veteran, a printer, a mechanic, a husband and a friend.  Those who knew him remember his sense of adventure and ability to find...

Christiaan Neutkens

Christiaan Neutkens

Aug 9, 2020

Christiaan Hendrkus Neutkens, 95, of Mahtomedi, passed peacefully Aug. 9 from kidney failure. Born in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, Chris grew up in a musical, self-sufficient family of 14 children. He served in the Dutch army as a fighter plane mechanic during World War II, living in England for much of his active duty and honing his English speaking skills....

Charles Baker Sr.

Charles Baker Sr.

Aug 9, 2020

Charles Baker (Chuck) age 78, died surrounded by family on August 7th.  An avid golfer, fisherman and hunter, Chuck lived a fulfilling life, with careers ranging from book selling, music for the masses and most recently shooting ranges. His most notable roles, though, were loving husband, father, grandfather, and an incredible friend. A lifelong resident of Minneapolis, Chuck enjoyed...

Gail Lovaas

Gail Lovaas

Aug 8, 2020

"Nevertheless, she persisted." This saying, known to supporters of Elizabeth Warren, was lived daily by Gail. She was diagnosed with Lupus as a young adult, and in the course of her life endured a splenectomy, two kidney transplants (from her mother and her brother), a heart attack, a heart-and-kidney transplant, CMV, two emergency surgeries at Mayo Clinic, one of...

Marlene Schroepfer

Marlene Schroepfer

Aug 8, 2020

Marlene passed away with her loving daughters by her side on August 8, 2020. She will be deeply missed by daughters, Robin (David) Abraham and Cherie (Ron) Dunham; grandchildren, Carl Abraham, Jeff (Emily) Dunham, Tim Dunham, and Emily (Blake) Jedneak; granddaughter- In-Law, Jamie Dunham; great grandchildren, Marcus and McKenzie Dunham, and Aziya Jedneak; several nieces and nephews, and dear...

Bennedicte Igbudu

Bennedicte Igbudu

Aug 7, 2020

Bennedicte Igbudu died August 7, 2020 at the age of 68. He was born in Nigeria to parents Peter and Maria, and came to the United States in 1995.

He is survived by his wife, Theresa; and children, Vera, Vernon, Patience and Faith.

A funeral service will be held June 8, 2021 followed by interment...

Scott Wise

Scott Wise

Aug 4, 2020

Passed away on August 4, 2020 at the age of 59. Preceded in death by older brother, Steve Wise. Survived by parents, Ronald and Mary Wise; 3 daughters, Stephanie (Luke), Rachel (Nate), Shelbie; 2 grandchildren, Zyla and Stellan; sisters, Kim, Tammie, Sandy, Kelly, Shannon; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was an outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing...

John "Jack' True

John "Jack' True

Aug 3, 2020

True, John A. “Jack”

Passed peacefully on August 3, 2020, age 93. Preceded in death by former wives, Nancy and Mary Lou; sisters, Martha, Mary, Janet, and Elizabeth. Survived by wife, Rosalie; son, John L. (Marlene) True; step-children, Kevin (Barb) Dawson and Rene (Gerard) Griswold; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; many family and friends. Korean War veteran, retired professor U...

Terrance Bruski

Terrance Bruski

Aug 3, 2020

Terrance  "Terry" Joseph Bruski, age 73, of St. Paul passed away at home on August 3, 2020. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph &  Marie  Bruski. Survived by Barbara Cole; siblings, Joseph, Debbie, Randy, Ted, Linda, and Connie; other family members and friends. A private family service will be held.                   ...

Lawrence Allen

Lawrence Allen

Aug 2, 2020

Lawrence Wayne Allen was born July 25, 1950 to the late John and Juanita Allen in Chicago, IL.

Larry was educated in the Catholic and Public School System.  He attended Saint Benedict Military Academy in Eau Claire Wisconsin.  In 1970 Larry was drafted into the United States Army and served his country proudly.

He served...

Kwuame Young

Kwuame Young

Aug 2, 2020

Kwuame Roger Young

Sunrise August 6th, 1990           Sunset August 2nd, 2020

Kwuame Roger Young was born August 6th, 1990 in St. Paul, MN. He graduated high school and went on to pursue a career in Culinary Arts at Le Cordon Bleu.

Kwuame was a phenomenal son, brother, father and...

Robert "Rick" Richter

Robert "Rick" Richter

Aug 1, 2020

An obituary is not available at this time for Robert "Rick" W. Richter. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

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