Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Eunice Streufert

Eunice Streufert

Jul 9, 2022

Eunice C. Streufert, 90, of North Oaks, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 9, 2022 and is now with the Lord. Eunice will be remembered as a woman of strong faith, a committed wife, mother, grandmother and dedicated educator, who has impacted hundreds of students over the decades she served as teacher and administrator. Eunice was born...

Dorothy Spoors

Dorothy Spoors

Jul 8, 2022

O n July 8, 2022, we said goodbye to our angel here on Earth. Dorothy earned her heavenly wings and left us to reunite with Dad. Born 9/13/30 to Lena and Ed Kamps in Green Isle, MN –  she was the last of  8 children welcomed into the family. Preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Duane (Mickey); mother and...

Will Carlson

Will Carlson

Jul 8, 2022

Albert Wilmer “Will” Carlson

Will Carlson, age 79, of Afton, MN, passed away peacefully at home on July 8, 2022, after courageously battling cancer.

Will had a generous heart and lived an extraordinary life. He left a mark on all who were blessed to know him.

Will was born in Pennsylvania,...

Larry Holweger

Larry Holweger

Jul 8, 2022

Larry Michael Holweger, age 73, passed away on July 8, 2022 at home in Woodbury, MN.  Beloved husband, father, grandfather, he will be missed deeply by his family and his many friends.  Larry was born in Grand Forks, ND to Alice Sabe Holweger and Frederick W. Holweger.   He is survived by his wife, Toni Diane Holweger (Chappell); son,...

Eugene "Gene" Harkins

Eugene "Gene" Harkins

Jul 7, 2022

Eugene “Gene” E. Harkins

Age 69 of Vadnais Heights

Passed away on July 7, 2022 due to cancer complications. Gene retired from 3M after being a chemical engineer for 35 years. He was very involved with his community at Church of the Open Door.

Gene is survived by his brother, Bill (Jill), and...

Alkhilles Mccaster

Alkhilles Mccaster

Jul 7, 2022

Alkhilles King McCaster Age 26 days, of Saint Paul Minnesota, returned home to Heaven on July 7, 2022.

Alkhilles is loved and missed by his parents Niruda Chuwan and Dominic McCaster; grandparents Elvire and LuDee; siblings Damiana, India, Dominic Jr, and Nickiya; and other loving family.

A homegoing celebration for Alkhilles will be held at...

Berniece Marte

Berniece Marte

Jul 6, 2022

Berniece Therese Marte (Sagstetter)

Age 93 of Arden Hills, Minnesota, died July 6, 2022.

She was born in Plum City Wisconsin on December 18, 1928; the twin daughter of Benjamin and Teresa (Traynor) Sagstetter.  Berniece grew up on a farm, and her home was a common “camp ground” during the summer months for her city...

Catherine Nelson

Catherine Nelson

Jul 6, 2022

Catherine “Lucy” Nelson, 91, of Hugo, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family’s love on Wednesday, July 6, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Peter Korolchuk, daughter, Cathy Korolchuk; granddaughter, Tina; and ten siblings.

Lucy will be missed by her loving husband of 32 years, Jerry; sons, Dan (Debbie), Mike (Pam),...

Robert Hart

Robert Hart

Jul 6, 2022

Age 88, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on July 6, 2022.  Preceded in death by daughter, Rachelle Heikkila.  Survived by wife, Arlene; children, Beth, Barb and Robert; grandchildren, Spencer, Abi and Olivie; sister, Betty Spratte; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Bob was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and worked...

Mary Brinker

Mary Brinker

Jul 6, 2022

Mary Elizabeth Brinker née Connolly

Age 85, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2022, surrounded by family.

Preceded by her husband, Robert, and son, Patrick.

She is survived by her children, Sheila, Theresa (Patrick), Robert (Karyn) and Molly; grandchildren, Christine, Robert, and Savanna (Danny); great-grandchild, John, and many family and...

David Koopman

David Koopman

Jul 5, 2022

DAVID EUGENE KOOPMAN went home to be with Jesus on July 5, 2022 in Maplewood, MN. He was 75. Dave was born Feb. 25, 1947 in Chester, SD to Al and Harriette (Peterson) Koopman of Ramona, SD.

He attended 2 country grade schools near Yankton, SD as well as grade schools and high school in St. Paul,...

Colleen Layman

Colleen Layman

Jul 5, 2022

I t is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Colleen (Fling) Layman (64) of Bayport, Minnesota. She passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Colleen is preceded in death by her mother and father Lilla and David Fling and brother James Fling. She is survived by her two kids Nathan Layman...

Lynn Bruski

Lynn Bruski

Jul 2, 2022

Lynn M. Bruski

Age 59, of St. Paul, passed away suddenly on July 2, 2022.

Preceded in death by her father, Richard.  Lynn is survived by her children, Joel (Chelsea), Ryan (Theresa), and Sean (Lynsey); grandchildren, Julian and Callie; mother, Colleen; sisters, Julie (Kenny), Jennifer, and Cathy (Mark); many nieces, nephews, other family...

Patricia "Pat" Coffey

Patricia "Pat" Coffey

Jul 2, 2022

Patricia T. Coffey, 80, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, July 2, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Antonia; brother, Frank; ex-husband, David; brother-in-law, Frank; and sister-in-law, Marge.

Pat will be missed by her children, Chris (Brianna Huston) Coffey, Candy (David) Blanchard, and Kelly...

Pamela Hedlund

Pamela Hedlund

Jul 2, 2022

Pamela Hedlund

9/4/1958 – 7/2/2022

Age 63 of Minneapolis

Pamela is survived by her husband, Jeffrey; children, Melissa, James, and Sarah; 4 grandchildren; and 10 siblings.

Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Gary Cossetta

Gary Cossetta

Jul 2, 2022

W ith profound sadness we announce the passing of Gary C. Cossetta, our loving and devoted father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend to all, on July 2, 2022 at the age of 77. Gary is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Frieda, wife Carole, grandson Travis, brother Richard (Teddy) and previous wife Sandy. Gary...

Phyllis Benjamin

Phyllis Benjamin

Jul 2, 2022

Benjamin, Phyllis A. Olson Benjamin

Age 94, Formerly WB Township of 90 Years

Preceded in death by loving husband of 50 years, Stilwell “Ben” Benjamin; parents Alice and Carl Olson, sister Arlene Clemens and brother Allen Olson; Son in Law Dennis Morgenson; Sons Dan and Murray Benjamin;  Survived by:  (Sandy) Alan’s wife; Children (Gail) Dan’s...

Nancy Wanless

Nancy Wanless

Jul 1, 2022

Nancy Ann Wanless, born July 29, 1954 and passed away on July 1, 2022 in Hugo, Minnesota.

Nancy was born in St. Paul, Minnesota to William and Marcella Cheeseman.  She was preceded in death by her parents William and Marcella Cheeseman and her nephew Nicholas Glander.  She is survived by her two children Wayne Graves and Leah...

William Conley

William Conley

Jun 30, 2022

William L. Conley, 80, of Bayport, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, June 30, 2022.

Bill was a lifetime member of the Stillwater Country Club.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy.

Bill will be missed by his sons, Bob (Gail) and Dan (April); grandchildren, Nathan, Jacob, Ellie, and Will;...

Marlene Harty

Marlene Harty

Jun 30, 2022

We mournfully announce the passing of Marlene Ruth Harty, age 77, of Stillwater, MN.  Marlene peacefully passed away on June 30, 2022.  She was surrounded by many family and friends on the days leading up to her passing. Marlene was born on August 25, 1944 to Nordahl and Marion (Bergstrom) Tollefson in the small town of Blooming Prairie, MN....