Obituaries

Minneapolis Obituaries

Wanda Hansen

Wanda Hansen

Jun 20, 2022

On June 10, 2022  Wanda was hospitalized with a severe brain bleed with a second occurrence the next day. She never regained conscientiousness and then died early the morning of the 20th.

Wanda was born December 2, 1948 in Council Bluffs, Iowa. She enjoyed a wonderful childhood.  She married her husband Dana on January 18, 1970 and...

Betty Nelson

Betty Nelson

Jun 20, 2022

Age 88, went gently into the night; beautifully, peacefully, gracefully on June 20, 2022.  She was mom to her three children - Cyndi, Chris, and Jennie, two sons-in-law - John and Jeff, and Grandma and “number 4” to her special friend and granddaughter, Else.  She loved us all fiercely.  She was gracious and kind to everyone, knowing it just took...

Robert Villesvik

Robert Villesvik

Jun 20, 2022

Bob was born July 12, 1934 in Minneapolis, MN. Baptized at Calvary Lutheran Church on August 26, 1934 and confirmed in the Lutheran faith on June 5, 1949 at Calvary Lutheran Church of Minneapolis, MN. In 1952 Bob graduated from Minnehaha Academy on his way to Gustavus Adolphus College where he started the pep band and received his Bachelor...

William Trautz, Sr.

William Trautz, Sr.

Jun 19, 2022

William Trautz, Sr.

After a long and full life, William Trautz, Sr. passed away peacefully on June 19th surrounded by his family. Survived by Sara, his loving wife of 67 years and two sons, John (Jill) of Edina and Reid (Mimi) of Fairfax, Virginia, and preceded in death by Bill Trautz, Jr. in 2017. He was...

Robert Hatchel

Robert Hatchel

Jun 19, 2022

In loving memory of Robert Hatchel who passed away June 19, 2022 at 93 years old.

He was preceded in death by his son, Michael.

Bob will be missed by his wife, Gloria (Mariana); daughters, Beth (Tom) Ross of San Diego, CA, Mary (Robert) Sena of Monrovia, CA, and Christina Cobos of Pomona, CA; and...

Ronan Jameson

Ronan Jameson

Jun 19, 2022

On Friday, we were so excited to celebrate Harley’s first Father’s Day. Ronan Anderson Jameson was born perfect at 9:20 am, 6/17/22 at a healthy 7lbs, 14oz, 20in. Unfortunately, we only got 45 hours with our sweet son, who stopped breathing in his sleep early Sunday morning and never came back to us. We are so grateful he chose...

Marvin Weber

Marvin Weber

Jun 18, 2022

Marvin L. Weber

Age 89, of Stillwater, MN, formerly of Birchwood, WI, Rice Lake, WI and Virginia, MN passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 18, 2022.

Marvin was married to Winnifred Samson.  This year, 2022, was their 70th year of marriage.  He was a long time Store Manager for Herberger’s Department...

Joan Marchio

Joan Marchio

Jun 18, 2022

Marchio, Joan Shirley [Stewart]

Age 95, of Maplewood

Joan passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2022. She was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She was married for 59 years to and preceded in death by her husband Daniel Marchio; son Richard; and brother Bill....

Diane Kolodziej Gray

Diane Kolodziej Gray

Jun 17, 2022

Diane Marie Lillian Kolodziej Gray, 77, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, June 17, 2022.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hank and Lillian; brother, John; and grandchildren, John and McKayla.

Diane will be missed by her children, Bonita Zolen, Daniel Gray, Roxie (Nick) Larson, and...

Sally Davis

Sally Davis

Jun 16, 2022

Sally Susan Davis, 72, of Stillwater, passed away after a courageous two year battle with cancer on Thursday, June 16.

Sally loved and supported her family with devotion and endless energy.  She greatly appreciated living close to her children and grandchildren. Days spent with her were always special, including her popular “Camp Grandma” time each summer spent full...

Darren Ginther

Darren Ginther

Jun 16, 2022

Darren Scott Ginther, 38, of Roseville, Minnesota, died June 16, 2022, two days after suffering a massive heart attack. If Darren had a say, his full obituary would read: “Darren died. In his honor, go hang out with some friends. Bring a beverage and a coozie.” However, here is what his wife Michelle, their kids, his mother Sue, family,...

Irene Sorenson

Irene Sorenson

Jun 15, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Irene Leona Sorenson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Sharon Hillestad

Sharon Hillestad

Jun 15, 2022

Sharon Joyce Hillestad, 77, of Lake Elmo, passed away Wednesday, June 15, 2022.

Private Interment in Volga, SD.

Donald Schelander

Donald Schelander

Jun 14, 2022

Donald Roy Schelander, 81

Passed away peacefully June 14, 2022. Preceded in death by wife, Diane; Parents, Carl and Donna Schelander; brothers, Dennis and Charles. Survived by children, Wendi (Doug) Easthouse and Tim. Grandchildren, Clint, Bethany (Max) Kasberger and Cole. Sister Carol (Mike) Herrick. Sister in law, Nancy Hoffman. Several nieces and nephews....

Donald Bishop

Donald Bishop

Jun 14, 2022

Donald Eugene Bishop, 87, of Woodbury, MN, formerly of Columbia, PA, Baltimore, MD, Newark, DE, Littleton, CO, Lanham, MD, Buffalo Creek, IL, St. Petersburg, FL, and Stillwater, MN, passed away at home with family on Tuesday, June 14, 2022.

He was an Army Veteran.  Don retired at the age of 62 after nearly 30 years in banking,...

Donna Persons

Donna Persons

Jun 13, 2022

Age 93, of St. Paul, passed away on June 13, 2022. She was welcomed into heaven by her husband, Kenneth; son, Robert; parents, Mabel and Alvin; and brothers, Jerry (Marlene) and Marcel. Survived by son, Scott (Robin); grandchildren, Lynn (Andy) Cadwell, Daniel, Jacob, Leah (Eduardo) Morales, and Kenneth; great-grandchildren, Ramsey, Oliver, and Lionel; sister, June Wolt, and brothers, George Coulter, and Neil...

Hazel Skogen Wolf

Hazel Skogen Wolf

Jun 13, 2022

Skogen Wolf, Hazel Delores (Nee: Simonson)

Age 99

Passed away on June 13, 2022.

Preceded in death by her parents, Einer and Alice Simonson; husbands, William Milo Skogen and Don Wolf; sister, Gladys Markstrom; and great grandson, Gregory Penoncello.

Survived by children, Darrell (Peg) Skogen, Rodney Skogen, Marcy (Joe) Bjorkman, Dwight...

Christopher Pryor

Christopher Pryor

Jun 13, 2022

Christopher S. Pryor

Age 41, of Saint Paul Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2022.

He will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, July 27, 2022 at Bradshaw ( 1078 Rice St. ) at 2:00 PM with visitation an hour prior.

Robert Aurandt

Robert Aurandt

Jun 12, 2022

Robert "Bob" Richard Aurandt

Age 91 of Little Canada, MN, passed away on Sunday, June 12, 2022.

A Time of Sharing will be held for Bob at Bradshaw (1078 Rice St.) on Saturday, June 18, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Interment with his beloved wife, Doris M. Aurandt (Soshea),...

Jane Kidder-Clemens

Jane Kidder-Clemens

Jun 12, 2022

Passed away peacefully on June 12, 2022. Survived by husband of 41 years, Pat Clemens; stepson, Mike (Sandi); sister, Rose Utley; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest and Margie; brother, Clifford; sisters, Darleine and Julie; stepson, Steve Clemens.

Jane was artistic and crafty, and a lover of music. She was a...