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Rick Olson

Rick Olson

Mar 29, 2023

Rick Olson Age 46 of Mahtomedi Passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2023 Rick was a standout dad, his world revolved around Molly and his kids. He found his greatest joy coaching, vacationing and just being with his family. Rick was a quiet and unassuming soul that touched everyone that he ever met. His legacy of genuine friendships is...

John Pietz

John Pietz

Mar 27, 2023

John H. Pietz, age 80 of Minneapolis, MN passed away peacefully on March 27, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Norma Jean; children, Shawn Pietz, Shelli (Jerry Barham) Pietz; grandchildren, Reina Barham, Lilly and Daisy Pietz and many siblings, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, August Pietz, Ethel (Orval) Wheeler,...

Shirley Ann Toensing

Shirley Ann Toensing

Mar 27, 2023

Shirley Ann Toensing (Hedlund) Born on July 29th 1930 in St. Paul, MN and passed away peacefully on March 27, 2023 at The Pillars hospice home in Oakdale, MN Shirley was the youngest of eight children born to Hjalmar and Millie Hedlund, Swedish immigrants.  She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Florence, Ervin, Verone, Morris, Lois, Audrey,...

Lucy Madson

Lucy Madson

Mar 27, 2023

Lucy Lucille Madson (nee Sykora)

Lucy was born November 9, 1929 in Storden, MN to Sylvia and Frank Sykora.  Lucy was the fifth of 7 children.

Lucy grew up on a farm and loved everything about it.  A tomboy, her passion was horseback riding.  After graduating from Storden High School in 1947, she...

Ernest Cutting

Ernest Cutting

Mar 26, 2023

Ernest Cutting Summary of Life On March 26, 2023, Ernest Edwin Cutting died at home in Minneapolis. He was 81 years old. Ernie is survived by his wife, Beth Adrian Johnson Cutting; their children, Clyde, Andrea and Randall Cutting, all of Minneapolis; granddaughters Hazel (22), Skye (22), Birka (17) and Kirra (13); siblings Todd, Robert, Rebecca, Vanessa and Craig...

Laura Linn

Laura Linn

Mar 26, 2023

  Laura Marie Linn  

On March 26, 2023, our beloved Laura transitioned from her sacred earthly journey to her next adventure on her spiritual path. Laura was deeply loved and respected by her family and friends and will be greatly missed.

Laura was raised by her loving parents, Henriette and Gardner, in a farming community near St. James, MN...

Mark Agnessi, Jr.

Mark Agnessi, Jr.

Mar 26, 2023

Mark James Agnessi, Jr., 50, of St. Paul, MN died Sunday, March 26, 2023. He was born February 21, 1973, in Iron Mountain, MI, the son of Mark Agnessi, Sr. and late Marilyn (Trumble) Fayas. Mark graduated from Iron Mountain High School in 1991 and received his Bachelor's Degree from Central Michigan University. He worked at various non-profit organizations...

Linda Naplin

Linda Naplin

Mar 26, 2023

Linda (Johnson) Naplin, age 74 of Park Rapids, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2023. She is survived by her brother, Bill Johnson; nephew, Brian (Sondra Tryan) Bailey; niece, Chrissy (Jene) Sobolik; great-nieces and -nephews, Fletcher Bailey, Julia Skule, Rylan and Jude Sobolik; and yellow lab, Maggie. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rob Naplin; parents, Lester...

James Swanson

James Swanson

Mar 26, 2023

James Arthur Swanson, 87, of Stillwater, MN passed away peacefully, on March 26, 2023.

He is survived by children, Gary (Mary) Swanson, Jim Jr. (Kim) Swanson, Paul (Maggie) Swanson. Also survived by grandchildren, Brenda (Tony) Studt, Lisa (Jon) Nelson, David (Jennifer) Swanson, Kyle (Rebecca) Swanson, Christopher Swanson, Robin Swanson and Marina Swanson; 7 great grandchildren, Zoë and...

Devar Murrell

Devar Murrell

Mar 25, 2023

Devar Murrell Age 43 of Saint Paul, Minnesota Devar was born in Saint Paul on October 14, 1979, he passed away on March 25th, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife, Semora; and his beautiful children. Funeral Services for Devar will be held at Grace Church in Roseville on April 14 at 12, 11am with visitation an hour...

Dravell Hopkins

Dravell Hopkins

Mar 25, 2023

Dravell Hopkins, age 42, of Saint Paul, Minnesota passed away on Mar 25, 2023.

His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Services for Dravell will be held Friday, April 28 at Bradshaw (1078 Rice St.) at 1pm with visitation an hour prior.

Alice Mae Maas (Capra)

Alice Mae Maas (Capra)

Mar 23, 2023

Alice Mae Maas (Capra), went to be with the Lord on March 23, 2023.

Survived by twin daughters, Dona Neubauer (Ken) and Wanda Wosika; 5 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life for Alice will be held from 11-12PM on Tuesday, May 30, at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center (2800 Curve Crest Blvd.). Reception to follow.

Krystle Trim

Krystle Trim

Mar 23, 2023

Krystle Adrienne Trim

Age 34 of Minneapolis, Minnesota

Krystle Adrienne Trim was born on March 19, 1989 to Joseph Jackson Jr. and Yaffa Judith Israel. In her final day on March 23, 2023 her life was cut short by unexpected circumstances.

She became mother at a young age to a beautiful baby boy and...

Janice Bressoud

Janice Bressoud

Mar 22, 2023

Janice Anne (Alford) Bressoud Died on March 22, 2023 with over 36 years of sobriety. She was born May 2, 1946 and grew up in Saint Paul. A 1964 graduate of Central, she worked at Saint Paul-Ramsey (Regions) Hospital until 1982 when she enrolled at the University of Minnesota. She met her future husband, David, at the campus Episcopal Center...

Shirley Belisle

Shirley Belisle

Mar 22, 2023

Shirley Ann (Pierzinski) Belisle, age 87, passed away after a long battle with COPD on March 22, 2023, in hospice care with family by her side. Born on January 30, 1936 in Little Falls, Minnesota to Frank and Mayme (Zeck) Pierzinski, Shirley loved her hometown where she graduated from LFHS in 1954. However, she wanted to spread her wings...

Thomas Allickson

Thomas Allickson

Mar 22, 2023

ALLICKSON, THOMAS MARCUS Age 73, of Stillwater Gained his angel wings on March 22, 2023

He was preceded in death by parents, Bernard & Betty Allickson; and brother, Mike Allickson. He is survived by his wife, Karen; sisters, Deb (Richard) Sachs, Helen (Gene) Lunsford; sons, Tom Jr., Jason (Tammy) Allickson; stepdaughter, Jodi Wegge (fiance Tom); stepson, Chris...

Helen Platzer

Helen Platzer

Mar 21, 2023

Helen J. Platzer (Wierzba) Born in Weyerhaeuser, WI to John and Sophie Wierzba, Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband of 46 years, Paul Platzer; son, Robert Platzer; and all eight of her siblings. She is survived by her son, Ronald (Roby), daughter-in-law, Terri; grandchildren, Katie(Craig Pluff), Jeremy, Kelly (Chance Glasford), Tom (Shannon) and Erin...

Lui Poe

Lui Poe

Mar 20, 2023

Lui Ka Poe Age 16 of Saint Paul, Minnesota Passed away tragically on March 22, 2023 You are always loved and never forgotten. May your soul rest in peace. Funeral services for Lui Ka Poe will be held Friday, April 7 at Ebenezer Karen Baptist Church (1055 Hwy. 36 E) at 11am with visitation an hour prior. Interment at Oakland...

Priscilla Thill-Osterkamp

Priscilla Thill-Osterkamp

Mar 20, 2023

“On a scale of 1-10, as people say, I think my life would be a 9. So, it’s been a good life… I’ve loved it.” Polly as recorded by her grandson Auguste as part of a fuller interview reflecting back on her life.

Polly Karin Thill Osterkamp, born October 7th, 1936, died March 20th, 2023 quietly, yet...

Dr. Paul Mertens

Dr. Paul Mertens

Mar 19, 2023

Dr. Paul E. Mertens, age 88, of St. Paul, passed away on March 19. He lived a full life defined by a strong faith, devotion to family and service to others. He touched thousands of people through his dedication as a physician, his love of teaching and his humble spirit of kindness.

Paul graduated from Robbinsdale High...

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