Obituaries
Violet "Vi" Frances Bjorkstrand
July 17, 2024
Bjorkstrand, Violet “Vi” Frances Age 83 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family and holding her husband, Wally’s hand. Preceded in death by her mother, Alice; father, Ed; sister, Bonnie; brothers, Robert and J...
July 16, 2024
Jones, Howard Jr. “Jay” Age 81 of Prior Lake, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024. Preceded in death by his grandson, Zachary; parents, Howard Sr. & Frances; and brother, Rev. David. Survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Pat; childr...
Veteran
July 11, 2024
James Carl Krause, a loving husband, father, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on July 11th, 2024, at the age of 72. Born in Aurora, Illinois on December 20, 1951, Jim was the son of Charles Wood Krause and...
July 10, 2024
Betty J. Parker Age 90 of S. Mpls., born in Le Sueur, MN to Ralph & Martha Buzik, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024. Preceded in death by husband, Henry “Hank”’; children, Callie Sue and Michael; brother, Floyd and sister, Fern R...
Veteran
July 10, 2024
Patrick R. Montag Patrick R. Montag, 95, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, in his residence at Ecumen Seasons in Apple Valley, MN. He was born Aug. 21, 1928, in West Bend, Iowa, to Adolf “Sam” Montag and Lauretta (Bro...
June 30, 2024
Melvyn Leroy Fisher, 87, was gathered into the loving embrace of our Lord and Savior on the afternoon of June 30, 2024. Born to Alva and Eileen Fisher on August 30, 1937, in Belgrade, Montana. He was a mountain of a man, not just in stature, but in...
Veteran
June 24, 2024
William B. Cassada Age 96 or Burnsville, born January 18, 1828 in Minneapolis, MN to Earl & Ruth Cassada, passed away June 24, 2024. He is preceded in death by wife, Murna; son, Bill; and granddaughter, Natalie. William will be missed by...
June 20, 2024
Johnson, Richard “Dick” O. Age 89 of Minneapolis, passed away on June 20, 2024. Preceded in death by his wife, Krista. Survived by his children, Lisa (Bob) Bernabucci and Scott (Annmarie) Johnson; grandchildren, Taylor, Evan, and Sydney; siste...
May 25, 2024
Bashiru A. Allison age 74 of Apple Valley, passed away, Sat., May 25, 2024. He was born Nov. 13, 1949 in Lagos, Nigeria to Rabiu Ayinla & Muyibat Ajike Allison. Bashiru is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bolatito T. Allison and two ...
May 24, 2024
Wagner, Florence Ann Age 86 of Rosemount, passed peacefully on May 24, 2024. Florence was born and raised in rural, central Wisconsin. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert; and siblings, Clara, Marie, Joe, George, Junior, Norbert, and John. Su...
May 22, 2024
Dwight Ronald Anton, Age 79 of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on May 22 2024. He was born on November 27 1944 to Nis and Irene (Fuller) Anton in Thief River Falls, MN. Dwight was the youngest of 10. He married his wife, Genelle on August 10 ...May 17, 2024
Saunders, Royal Ned Age 83 of Coon Rapids, passed away on May 17, 2024. Preceded in death by his granddaughter, Morgan Olin. Survived by his children, Lori (Steve) Olin and Gabe (Kathy Beaman) Saunders; grandchildren, Taylor Malmon, Tori Olin, and...
Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh)
May 15, 2024
Joan Marie Hargens (Maeckelbergh) Passed away on May 15th, 2024, in Burnsville, Minnesota. Born to Gerard and Marie Maeckelbergh on June 19th, 1950, Joanie’s amazing life was full of adventure, laughter, and love. Joan grew up in Duluth with ...
May 15, 2024
Matthew M. Anderson Age 51 of Minneapolis, born January 16, 1973 in Minneapolis to Mike and Janet Anderson, passed away peacefully May 15, 2024. He is preceded in death by his mom, Janet and sister, Avrine. Matt will be dearly missed by his dad, M...
May 12, 2024
Murna M. Cassada Age 95 of Burnsville, born November 10, 1928 in Minneapolis, MN to Elmer and Sister Hattie Edwards, passed away peacefully, May 12, 2024. She is preceded in death by her son, Bill; granddaughter, Natalie and was the last of fou...
April 28, 2024
Pat Olsen It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Pat Olsen, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend on April 28, 2024 at the age of 85. Pat had a generous and loving spirit, and was fiercely loyal to both...
April 26, 2024
James M. Barber age 91 of Shorewood passed away April 26, 2024. James owned and operated Barber Construction Co. for 38 yrs, retiring in 1998. He was a longtime member of the Masons and Zuhrah Shrine. He enjoyed softball, shuffleboard and Wint...
Dorothy Ann Krantz (née Selander)
April 23, 2024
Dorothy Ann Krantz (née Selander) Age 94 of Eden Prairie, passed away peacefully at home on April 23, 2024 due to heart failure. Dorothy was a loving and beloved wife of 73 years, mother of 3, grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 6. She w...
April 23, 2024
Alberts, Kris M. Age 54 of Northfield, passed away on April 23, 2024. Preceded in death by her dad, Roger; and her grandparents. Survived by her son, Randy (Carissa); grandchildren, Feona, Raia, and Quinn; mom and stepdad, Margie and Roger McGuire; ...
April 20, 2024
David A. Stefonowicz Age 59 of Lakeville, born January 30, 1965 in Kenmare, ND to Robert & Ruth Stefonowicz, passed away April 20, 2024. Dave met the love of his life, Teri Sattler, in Dickinson, ND the summer before his freshman year of co...
April 17, 2024
Laurel Ann Harris, fondly known as Laurie, passed away at the age of 87 on April 17, 2024, in Fridley, Minnesota. She was born on January 26, 1937, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to George and Mabel Halvorson. Laurie’s journey through life was ma...
April 5, 2024
Larry Foster Bridger, age 83 of Rosemount, born June 28, 1940 in St Paul to Clydel & William Bridger, peacefully passed away on April 5, 2024. Larry started his long career as a civil servant in the Navy where he learned discipline and how ...
April 4, 2024
Wanda L. Stolarek, Age 103 of Minneapolis, born December 6, 1920 in Oak Park, MN to Thomas and Anna Okonek, passed away peacefully, April 4, 2024. Wanda was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. She w...
April 4, 2024
Scott J. Lundberg, Age 51 of Lakeville passed away at home suddenly April 4, 2024. Scott was born May 5, 1972 in Minneapolis to Terry and Bette Lundberg. Scott's love of music, cooking, and painting defined his rich and colorful life. Scott found ...
April 3, 2024
Dianne Mae Mortel, age 79 of Apple Valley, was born May 24, 1944 in Frederic, WI, to Virgil and Ruth Vangsgard, and died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on April 3, 2024. Dianne graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1962 and...