Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Amy Roettger

Amy Roettger

Dec 29, 2017

ROETTGER Amy E. (Moravec/Alwin) Age 53, of Somerset, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She will be sadly missed by husband, Dan; children, Krystal Alwin and James Alwin; step-children, Krystal (Tony) Torntore, Taylor (Kyra) Roettger, Cody Roettger and Brady Roettger; 7 grandchildren; parents, John and Mary Moravec; siblings, Ann (Jim) Young, Dan (M.J.) Moravec, Teri (Troy) Conrad and Katie...

Harris Rierson

Harris Rierson

Dec 28, 2017

Age 95 of Crystal. Preceded in death by his wife, Vernette; parents, Gilbert and Berit, and 4 sisters. Harris is survived by his daughter, Cynde (Neil) Meinhart; son, Wayne (Barb); brother, Tilfred (Norma); grandchildren, Chris (Kim), Julie Meinhart, and Jason Meinhart; great-grandchildren, Liliana, Evalyn, and other loving relatives and friends. A visitation will be held Tuesday, January 2nd 4:00-7:00PM at...

Haley Wietecki

Haley Wietecki

Dec 28, 2017

The exciting moments of pregnancy have turned to sorrow and loss with the death of Haley Ann Wietecki on December 28, 2017. She was deeply loved, and her arrival was anticipated by a large family including her parents, Nicole Christopherson and Andy Wietecki; grandparents, Mark and Diane Wietecki, Sharon Christopherson; uncles, Matt Wietecki, Bob (Stephanie) Christopherson, Steve (Mary) Christopherson; aunt,...

Betty Bugge

Betty Bugge

Dec 27, 2017

Funeral Home White Bear 4600 Greenhaven Dr White Bear, MN 55127

Robert Altermatt

Robert Altermatt

Dec 26, 2017

Funeral Home Bradshaw Rice Street Location 1078 Rice Street Saint Paul, MN 55117

Dennis Somerson

Dennis Somerson

Dec 26, 2017

Somerson, Dennis L. Age 74 of Mpls. Passed away on December 26, 2017. He was a loving and caring brother. Survived by sister, Barbara Gilleland; brother, Gene (Barbara) Somerson; and niece, Julie Somerson. Retired longtime employee with Mpls. Honeywell. U.S. Navy Veteran. As to his wishes, no services. Interment will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Barbara Ovall

Barbara Ovall

Dec 25, 2017

OVALL Barbara M. (nee Engen) Age 72, of Oak Park Heights Passed away peacefully December 25, 2017 Preceded in death by parents, Hjalmer and Alice Engen; brother, Blaine Engen; and sisters, Marlys Anderson and Bonnie Bentaas. Survived by husband, Phil; sons, Jason (Ginger) and Joel; grandchildren, Ryan and Ashley; sisters, Beverly (Orville) Halstad and Arlene Swenson; brothers, Roger (Arla) Engen...

Joseph Higgins, Jr

Joseph Higgins, Jr

Dec 25, 2017

HIGGINS Joseph Jeffrey, Jr. "Joey" Age 47, of Stillwater Passed away unexpectedly December 25, 2017. Preceded in death by father, Joseph, Sr. He will be sadly missed by mother, Sharon; brother, Jasson; sister-in-law, Mary; nephews, Jack and Sam; many other family and friends. A celebration of Joe's life will be Thursday, January 4, 2018 from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION...

Charles Jacobs

Charles Jacobs

Dec 23, 2017

JACOBS Charles J. Beloved husband, father, grandfather Age 94, formerly of Boston Died December 23, 2017. While a Chief Financial Officer at two major Boston hospitals by trade, Charles was driven by a need to care for others. Longtime member of Massachusetts State Committee of Bread for the World. Avid gardener, persistent walker, and lover of classical music. Preceded in...

Doris Ankrum

Doris Ankrum

Dec 22, 2017

ANKRUM, Doris Age 88, formerly of Vadnais Heights, passed away on 12/22/2017 in Crosby, MN. Preceded in death by husband of 56 years, Jack. Survived by children Dick, Jack (Barbara), Judy Riehm and Larry; 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren. Service Friday, 12/29, 10:30 a.m. at CHRIST THE SERVANT LUTHERAN CHURCH, 3676 Centerville Rd, Vadnais Heights. Visitation 9-10:30 a.m. at...

Millie Gustafson

Millie Gustafson

Dec 22, 2017

Millie V. Gustafson Born January 6, 1923, to Florence and Albin Anderson in Rockford, Illinois. Graduated from Rockford HS in 1940. Graduated from Lutheran Bible Institute, Minneapolis, MN in 1946. Married to Donald Gustafson on May 24, 1952. Preceded in death by parents, brothers Floyd, Kermit, Wesley and Chester, sister Violet (Johnson), grandson David Gustafson, and her precious dog Tumpta....

Gary Vacinek

Gary Vacinek

Dec 22, 2017

Passed away on December 22, 2017 surrounded by his family. Survived by parents, Marlene and Garland Vacinek; daughters, Alicia (Gerald) Johnson and Kimberly (Tyler) Birkholz; grandchildren, Brandon, Hailey, Layla, Sophie and Grayson; significant other, Anne Gangl; siblings, Deborah (Jerry) Brimmer, Kevin (Beverly) Vacinek, and Steven (Catherine) Vacinek; and many nieces, nephews, family members and friends. He will be remembered for...

Joan Reinke

Joan Reinke

Dec 19, 2017

Joan B. Reinke, Lifelong East Sider, passed away December 19, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, Glenn; son, Scott. Survived by sons, Paul (Carol), Chris (Mickie); daughter-in-law, Tamara; grandchildren, Mike, Annie, Kristin, Lex, Kelsey, Adam, Alli, Mitch; great-grandchildren, Jasmine, Jayden. Funeral service 11AM Thursday, December 28 at ARLINGTON HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1115 Greenbrier St, with visitation one hour prior. Interment...

Marjorie Hannon

Marjorie Hannon

Dec 19, 2017

Marjorie Welling Hannon, 88, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2017 at The Pillars Hospice Home in Oakdale, Minnesota. She was born on January 2, 1929 in Duluth to Walter and Esther Welling. She graduated from Duluth Denfeld High School in 1946. As a young person she was an avid piano player and organist, and also played the bassoon. Marjorie...

Ta Lam

Ta Lam

Dec 17, 2017

Visitation Bradshaw Rice 1078 Rice St. Saint Paul, MN 55117 Saturday, December 23, 2017 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Service Bradshaw Rice 1078 Rice St. Saint Paul, MN 55117 Saturday, December 23, 2017 11:00 AM

Joe Binkley

Joe Binkley

Dec 17, 2017

Passed away on December 17, 2017 surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by parents, Jack and Mary; brother, Richard (Aggie); grandson, Collin; and life partner, Sandy Clayton. Survived by daughter, Tanya (Eric) Nybakken; son, Shawn Binkley; daughter-in-law, Angie; grandchildren, Cory, Lexi, Corrin, Gavyn, Ethan, Eraya; great-granddaughters, Jaeyda and Sophia; siblings, Cathy (Randy), Steve (Holly) and Juanita; and many nieces,...

Nguyet Nguyen

Nguyet Nguyen

Dec 17, 2017

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Robert Walquist

Robert Walquist

Dec 16, 2017

Born May 2, 1928; Deceased December 16, 2017. A lifelong resident of Marine on St. Croix, Bob loved the St. Croix River and the village of Marine perched on its banks. After serving in the Korean War, Bob returned to Marine and worked alongside his father in the family business until his father's death. After his own retirement, Bob indulged...

Muriel O'Grady

Muriel O'Grady

Dec 16, 2017

Muriel O'Grady Preceded in death by husband, Joseph. Survived by sons, John (Catherine), Brian (Darlene), and Peter (Carolyn); grandchildren, Stephanie, Christine, Jacob, and Isabel; great-grandchildren, Joseph, Alexander, and extended family members. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, December 20 at 10:00 AM at CHURCH OF SAINT ALBERT THE GREAT, E 29th St and 32nd Ave S, Mpls. Visitation one hour prior...

David Froehner

David Froehner

Dec 16, 2017

FROEHNER David A. "Art" Age 80, of Stillwater Died December 16, 2017 at home. Preceded in death by parents, Emil and Elsie; brother, Eugene and sister-in-law, Norma. Survived by brother, Bernard "Bernie"; sister-in-law, Eva; 2 nieces and a nephew. Memorial service Wednesday, 11:00 A.M. at SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, 14940 - 62ND Street North, Stillwater with a gathering of family and...