Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Frank Steel

Frank Steel

Dec 20, 2022

FRANK BURTON STEEL

BORN: JUNE 19, 1947 IN CHICAGO, IL DIED: December 20, 2022 in Lake Elmo, MN Frank was preceded in death by his parents, Gertrude and Elmer Steel, his in-laws, Jean and Paul Bedard, grandson Kelton, brother-in-laws Larry Gorton and Dave Thomas and his grandparents, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He is survived by his...

Michelle Baker

Michelle Baker

Dec 19, 2022

Michelle Renea Baker of St. Paul, age 58, passed away peacefully in her home on December, 19, 2022. Michelle was born September 11, 1964, to Leo Baker and Sharon (Penny) Stone. One of six children, Michelle immediately lit up any room she entered. She was a joyful presence with her fashion sense, beautiful hair, friendly conversation skills, and bubbly...

Dr. Walter Thatcher

Dr. Walter Thatcher

Dec 18, 2022

Dr. Walter Eugene "Drizz" Thatcher

Walter passed away December 18, 2022 at his home in Edina, MN of natural causes at the age of 95, just shy of what would have been his 96th birthday. He went just as we all hoped, peacefully, sitting in his recliner watching one more football game on a Sunday...

Lorna Conyers

Lorna Conyers

Dec 17, 2022

Lorna Jane Conyers Age 89, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2022.

Preceded by her husband, Kenneth Conyers; children, Patrick and Kenneth Conyers; parents, John and Olga Richards; and sibling, Jackie Richards.

Survived by children, Jerry Conyers, Denise (Jay) Cardelli, Debora (Glenn) Kalnajs, and Elizabeth (Warren) Eichner; sister, Joan Kubesh; 13 grandchildren,...

Jeffry "Jeff" Schuhwerck

Jeffry "Jeff" Schuhwerck

Dec 16, 2022

Jeffry “Jeff” Schuhwerck

Age 66, of Cottage Grove, passed away quickly and painlessly on December 16, 2022 from complications of a stroke.

He will be joyfully remembered by wife, Debbie; daughters, Donna (Sam Herceg) Schuhwerck and Jenny Schuhwerck; siblings, Angela Schultz, Claude (Brenda) Schuhwerck, Andriette (Steve) Million and Michael (Marita) Schuhwerck; beloved nieces, nephews, extended family...

John Olker

John Olker

Dec 15, 2022

John Victor Olker

Passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 15, 2022.  He lived an abundant life filled with many joys. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Nancy, daughters Julie (Juan Antonio) Montoya,  Sara (Chris) Schuster and son Andrew (Crystal) Olker.  He is blessed with seven amazing grandchildren: Isabel, CJ, Cecelia,...

Myrlene Legros

Myrlene Legros

Dec 14, 2022

Myrlene B. LeGros (Beesley)

Age 90 of Edina & Stillwater.  During the holiday season she loved so much, our mom went to heaven to be reunited with her beloved husband, Jim; her parents, Jack & Myrtle; and brother, Roger.

She will be missed by her girls, Michelle & Stephanie, sons-in-law Jay & Dan...

Anthony Freeman

Anthony Freeman

Dec 13, 2022

Anthony Freeman of Saint Paul, Minnesota passed away on Dec 13, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Ashley Cook

Ashley Cook

Dec 12, 2022

Beloved Mother, Daughter, Granddaughter, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, Niece and Friend. Ashley passed away peacefully after a nearly 6 month battle with a rare form of blood cancer that came without warning. Ashley’s last words were spoken to her mother in June, upon her second admittance to the emergency room. Shortly before losing consciousness, Ashley softly but firmly announced, “I’m not...

Thomas Elmore

Thomas Elmore

Dec 12, 2022

Thomas Elmore of Saint Paul, Minnesota passed away on Dec 12, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Services for Thomas will be on Thursday, January 12 at Gospel Temple Church (247 Grotto N.) starting at 11am with visitation an hour prior.

Interment at...

Jason Wolfe

Jason Wolfe

Dec 11, 2022

Jason Charles Wolfe, age 43, of Burnsville, longtime resident of Bloomington, MN, passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2022.

Jason was passionate about fishing, gardening, farming, the outdoors. He was "nerdy," and enjoyed reading a lot, even the dictionary. He will be remembered for his humor, caring, and infectious smile. Jason will be greatly missed by family and friends and all...

Kathleen Gossman

Kathleen Gossman

Dec 11, 2022

Kathleen Sue Gossman

On Sunday, December 11, Kathleen Sue Gossman, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away at the age of 79 with her family by her side.

Preceded in death by her parents, Herschel and Oneta Freeman (Stephenson), and by her younger sister, Carol Bruce.

Survived by her...

Bernice Drier

Bernice Drier

Dec 11, 2022

DRIER Bernice M. Age 85, of Stillwater Passed away December 11, 2022 Proceeded in death by her husband of 56 years, William “Bill” Drier. Survived by children, Lisa (Rick) Allen and Eric Drier; grandchildren, Benjamin and Matthew Allen; loved ones Bernard (Betty) Drier, Barb Clark, Jim (Ann) Drier, many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Growing up, Bernice had...

Lionel Duhorane

Lionel Duhorane

Dec 11, 2022

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Debra Berg

Debra Berg

Dec 11, 2022

Debra Diane Berg, age 70, of Vadnais Heights, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2022. Debra loved art, literature, and hiking with her companion. Preceded by her parents, Gerald and Marilyn Hanson. She is survived by her loving partner, Kevin Kavanaugh and sister Cindy Johnson and family. A celebration of her life will be held this spring, on Saturday April 1st...

Kassi Dolson

Kassi Dolson

Dec 11, 2022

Kassi Dolson

Age 62, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully in the arms of family on December 11, 2022.

Kassi was clever, witty, independent, thoughtful, and strong. She was the first to celebrate successes and the first to lend a helping hand. Her generosity and love for family and friends was ever present.

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Derrick Maxwell

Derrick Maxwell

Dec 10, 2022

Derrick Maxwell of Saint Paul, Minnesota passed away on Dec 10, 2022. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Nancy Trapp

Nancy Trapp

Dec 9, 2022

N ancy . The first word used to describe a human who truly knew the meaning of life, which began August 20, 1961. As she grew up in Minnesota with her late father and mother Ronald and Helen Johnson, and her three sisters Barb, Linda, and Sandy, the first set of adjectives used to describe Nancy was...

Tara Smith

Tara Smith

Dec 8, 2022

Tara Lynn Fox Smith Age 50 of Woodbury passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and beloved dogs after a long battle with ovarian cancer on Thursday, December 8. She is preceded in death by her grandparents.

Tara will be sadly missed by the love of her life, her husband Dave; her children Garrett, Madelyn,...

Marilyn Polsfuss

Marilyn Polsfuss

Dec 8, 2022

Marilyn M. Polsfuss (Schutz) Age 76 of Harris, Minnesota, passed away on December 8, 2022, just one day after her birthday. She will be deeply missed by those who survive her: her daughter, Stephanie (Jeremy) Taylor; grandson, Conner Taylor; sisters, Peggy Boelter, Pat Parenteau; niece and nephews, Cody Boelter, Kevin Parenteau, Heather Evenson (nee Parenteau). Marilyn was preceded...