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...

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...

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...

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...

Mar 17, 2023

Karliesha Marie Weston

Passed away on March 17, 2023 at the age of 41.  She is survived by husband, Yarlon; mother, Laurie Salak; father, Walter Bradley; sons, Keyshawn and Montese; sisters, Marlanda and Deanna; brother, Perry; aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Karliesha is remembered especially for her wonderful laugh and smile.  Both as a...

Mar 16, 2023

On Thursday, March 16th, Barton Anderson passed away from a heart attack at 88 years old at home in the town he loved Afton, Minnesota.   Barton was the beloved husband of Susan and father to Roger (Kathleen), Roy (Margaret) & Mark (Margaret), and 7 grandchildren. Barton will be remembered for his dedicated community service as an Afton Councilman, Afton...

Mar 15, 2023

Marilyn Jeanette Jensen Loving wife, Devoted mother and Adoring grandmother She and Delmar met in their early teens, and this began their 75-year love story.  They would have been married 69 years this July.  She loved sewing and was an excellent seamstress. She spent a great deal of time sewing for her girls and this included dresses, dance...

Mar 14, 2023

Harlan M. Bush

Age 88, of Mounds View

Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on March 14th, 2023.

Harlan is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Regina Bush, and his brother Larry Bush of Wilmer, Minnesota.

He is survived by his sons, Craig, John (Vickie), Daniel,...

Mar 14, 2023

Lah May Htoo

Age 28 of Saint Paul, Minnesota; passed away on March 14, 2023.

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

Funeral services for Lah May will be held Friday, April 7 at 12:30pm at Bradshaw (1078 Rice St.) with visitation an...

Mar 13, 2023

Theodore Richard Swantz (Ted), died unexpectedly on March 13, 2023 at his residence in Lake Saint Croix Beach, MN. He was only 60 years old. The family is deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death.

Ted was born in Woodstock, Illinois, to Richard and Judith (Ferdinand) Swantz on August 16, 1962. He and his brothers grew...

Mar 13, 2023

Laura D. Tauer Age 81, of Shoreview. Passed away peacefully at home on 3/13/23. Laura grew up in North St. Paul, and lived in Vadnais Heights for much of her life. She had a long career with Ramsey County Community Corrections. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Laura loved photography, genealogy, animals, and the outdoors, especially...

Mar 13, 2023

Norma Lee (Gill) Beyer passed away peacefully on March 13th, 2023, at the age of 90. She was born September 12th, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Hilton and Anne Gill and moved to Sheboygan when she was a young girl. After high school she attended Prospect Hall in Milwaukee and became a secretary for International Harvester Corporation. In...

Mar 13, 2023

Melissa Mae Ulrich, age 46, formerly of Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully March 13 with her family by her side. She is preceded in death by her Grandmother Ruth Marciniak, Grandparents Fritz and Ruth Ulrich, and Uncle Roy Ulrich, She is survived by her parents Joan and Andrew Ulrich, Brother Brian, Grandfather James Marciniak, Aunts and Uncles; Dr. Neil...

Mar 12, 2023

Ray St. Louis of Alachua, Florida, was born on January 24, 1949, to Paul and Lorraine St. Louis, and raised in Roseville, Minnesota. Ray was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Andre St. Louis; and his partner, Jennifer Lutz. Ray is survived by six siblings, three stepchildren, and many nieces and nephews. After attending Catholic grade schools,...

Mar 12, 2023

Lynn Ann (Stevens) Shafer

Age 80, of Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 12, 2023 after a two month battle with endocarditis. She was preceded in death by her parents, Franklin and Portia (Weeks) Stevens. Lynn grew up in Duluth, attending Duluth East public schools, graduated from Skidmore College in 1964...

Mar 11, 2023

Harold W. Beeskow Beeskow, Harold W. age 90, of Andover passed away March 11 th , 2023. He is preceded in death by his wife, Beverly; parents, William and Mabel; Brothers, William Erdmann, Melvin and Raymond Beeskow; Sisters, Viola Mihlbauer, Doris Martinson, Marcella Brolsma, Luella Wallace; children, George O’leary, Katherine O’leary, Sheryl Miles, son in law, Paul Caron; Grandson,...

Mar 11, 2023

After a long and full life, Margaret Rounds Verlautz succumbed to old age on March 11, 2023, and reunited with her husband, Jim. She was born February 10, 1926 to Lt Col Cyrus and Arcola Rounds, in Kirksville Mo., where her father was an osteopathic doctor. Shortly thereafter the family relocated, eventually landing in Owatonna MN and then Fairmont...

Mar 10, 2023

Bradley Owen Reiners, 72, died peacefully at home in Shoreview, MN on Friday, March 10, 2023 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Brad was born January 14, 1951 in Montevideo, MN to Donald and Muriel Reiners and grew up on the family farm near Clara City, MN. He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Clara...

Mar 9, 2023

Donald & Judy Kadidlo (Hudson, WI)

With both sorrow and peace in our hearts we announce the recent deaths of our parents, Donald and Judith Kadidlo of Hudson, WI. The couple had been married for nearly 65 years. Don, 93, a retired teacher, guidance counselor and coach for the Hudson Schools, died on March 9. Judy, 84, the...

Mar 8, 2023

Born November 12, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois to proud parents, Roy Malone and Shirley Ann Henderson, Tony spent his early years in Chicago. He attended Doolittle West Elementary and graduated from Wendall Philip High School, before moving to Minneapolis with family. Besides working, Tony loved being around family, playing the piano, and a good card game. He departed his...