Obituaries
November 26, 2023
James “Jim” Michael Haire, Age 63 of Eagan, born August 13, 1960 to Jerome & Joanne Haire in Breckenridge, MN, passed away peacefully at home on the night of November 26th after a courageous 15 month fight with Glioblastoma. Jim attende...November 16, 2023
Owens, Jean Age 89 of Bloomington, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 16, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Gerald. Survived by her children, Diane (Steven) Czech, Julie Johnson, Darlene (Chris) Medrano, Gloria (Steven) Cummings, and Tom Owens...November 12, 2023
Melhouse, Jerome L. Age 76 of Burnsville, went to be with the Lord on Nov. 12, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, Helmer & Mabel; siblings, Dennis, Joyce, Marlis, Ronald, Arvid, Marvin, Jerel, and Jerry. Survived by his 9 nieces and nephe...November 12, 2023
Bruce Edward Reikowski age 75 of Apple Valley, passed peacefully from this life surrounded by family on Sun., Nov. 12, 2023 after a sudden illness. He was born Nov. 3, 1948 in West Allis, WI to Conrad & Elizabeth (née McCabe) Reikowski. Bruce a...November 5, 2023
Marguerite C. Taylor, Age 78 of Minneapolis, born June 25, 1945 in Minneapolis to William and Dorothy Connoy, passed away peacefully, November 5, 2023. Marguerite (affectionately known as “The Kissing Grandma”) was a devoted mother and grandmo...November 5, 2023
Thompson, Earl Monroe Age 50 of Brooklyn Park, passed away on Nov. 5, 2023, after a courageous and hard-fought 22-month battle with cancer. Survived by his daughter, Madi Shae (Micah) Johnson; grandchildren, Jericho and Eden; parents, Judy and Tom...November 4, 2023
Barbara A. Schauer Age 84 of Apple Valley, born Christmas Day, 1938 in Glencoe, MN to Edward & Dorothy Zarnke, passed away peacefully, November 4, 2023 in Apple Valley, MN. Barb worked for Northwest Airlines for nearly 33 years and then at ...October 28, 2023
Michael Lee Zinter, 54 of Lakeville MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 28, 2023. Mike was born on April 17, 1969 to Jay and Nancy Zinter. He married the love of his life Angela Lindorfer on October 28, 2000. They share...October 26, 2023
Monica Lee Stokvis, Age 61 of South Minneapolis, born December 20, 1961, in Minneapolis to Jerome “Jerry” & Erika Hellerstedt, passed away October 26, 2023, with her niece at her side. Monica will be dearly missed by her loving husband ...October 19, 2023
James W. Pentico Age 90 of Mpls., passed away unexpectedly, Thur. Oct. 19, 2023. He is preceded in death by wife of 51 years, Jean and special friend, Marie (for 12 years). James is survived by children; Lori (Bruce) Benson and Michael (Carla) Pen...October 16, 2023
Lewis, Daniel G. Age 52 of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly on October 16, 2023. Dan was born in Edina, MN on December 16, 1970, and went to Apple Valley High School. He was a huge fan of soccer, skateboarding, movies, and music. He worked i...October 15, 2023
Bolland, Mary Age 74 of Eagan, passed away on Oct. 15, 2023, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her parents, Marvin & Catherine. Survived by her siblings, Robert (Carla) Bolland, Elizabeth “Betty” Bolland, and Patty Bolland; ni...October 13, 2023
Herby, Jane M. (née Holweger) Age 90 of Minneapolis, went home on October 13, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Walter; and 8 siblings. Survived by her son, Fred (Beth) Herby; grandchildren, Sara (Alex) Grazzini and Donovan Herby; niece, Th...October 12, 2023
Beverly (Betty) Mae Holien Beverly Mae Christiansen was born on December 30th, 1931 to Septer and Loretta Christiansen of Maynard, Minnesota. She went to be with Jesus on October 12th, 2023. Betty married Kenneth (Ken) Holien in December of ...October 8, 2023
Fredell, Betty Jean Age 94 of Burnsville, passed away on Oct. 8, 2023. Preceded in death by her husband, Clifford. Survived by her children, Linda (Tom) Nelson, Carrie (Bryan) Burgoyne, John (Amena) Fredell, and Susan (Andy) Zellmer; grandchildren...October 7, 2023
Kenneth B Comeaux, Age 77 of Apple Valley, born New Years Eve, 1945 in Crockett, TX to Alphonse & Dorothy Comeaux, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family, October 7, 2023. Kenny grew up in Texas but in his late 20's did a lot o...September 26, 2023
John Edward Adamson Age 83 of Apple Valley, passed away on September 26, 2023. Preceded in death by his son, Clark; parents, Ellis & Hazel; and 7 siblings. Survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Carol; sons, Clint (Connie) and Clyde (Sue); 1...September 23, 2023
Robert Cooley Burwell, Age 80 of Apple Valley, born July 3, 1943 in Mpls. and passed away peacefully on Sept. 23, 2023 from complications of Parkinson’s Disease. He was surrounded by family and loved ones who will forever cherish the memories ...September 21, 2023
Lesser, Emmett H. Age 85, of Farmington, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 21, 2023, at Trinity Care Center of multiple ailments. Preceded in death by his wife, Lucille; parents; one sister; and three brothers. He is s...September 19, 2023
Hillsdale, Gary L. Sr. Age 78 of Apple Valley, passed away on Sept. 19, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Roscile; and nephew, Ryan Fuith. Survived by his sons, Gary Jr. (Mary), Jared (Danielle), Nicholas, and Joel; grandchildren, S...September 3, 2023
Running, Donovan Arthur Age 85 of Farmington (formerly of Savage), passed away on Sept. 3, 2023. Preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou; parents; and brothers, Roland, Bobby, and Eddie. Survived by his daughter, Darcy (Chris) States-Koenig; grand...September 1, 2023
Sharon K. Burns Age 79 of Burnsville, born February 24, 1944 in Minneapolis to Wayne and Sadie Luchsinger, passed away peacefully at home September 1, 2023. She is preceded in death by her sister, Susan. Sharon will be dearly missed by her s...August 28, 2023
Miller, David K. Age 82 of Rosemount, passed away on Aug. 28, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents and sister, Mary Ellen. Survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Judy; children, Amy (Daniel) Maldonado and Matthew (Tera); grandchildren, Miles, ...August 18, 2023
Mary D. Doelz Age 82 of South Minneapolis, born August 17, 1941 in Browerville, MN to William and Cecilia Dirkes, passed away peacefully at home August 18, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob; son-in-law, Scott; brother, Fred and...August 10, 2023
Heino, Mark R. Age 61 of New York Mills, MN and Fargo, ND, passed away on August 10, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, Jorma “Mickey” & Joyce Heino. Survived by his partner, Colette Erickson; sisters, Barbara (Dennis) Edwards, Merry ...