Obituaries
July 17, 2009
Marilyn Violette Strandberg, age 85 of Minneapolis, born December 5, 1923 in Duluth, MN to Walter and Dora Christensen, passed away July 17, 2009. Marilyn was a long time member of Living Word Lutheran Church in Eagan. She will be sorely missed by he...July 15, 2009
GEARY Ethel M, age 88, lately of Hopkins, previously of Nisswa and So. Mpls, passed away on July 15, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim J. Survived by her son Jim F.(Kathy) and daughter, Mary Louise (Dale) Sullivan. Maryknoll Novice,...July 15, 2009
Harry W. Smith, age 86 of Rosemount, born May 18, 1923 in Codogan, PA to Samuel and Sadie Smith, passed away July 15, 2009. Harry served in the U.S. Army and U.S. Army Reserve. He retired from Brockway Glass after 41 years of service. After which, he...July 15, 2009
David G. Buchanan United States Navy David G. Buchanan died Wednesday, July 15 in Akeley, Minnesota. David served his country in the United States Navy as an Aircraft Mechanic during the Vietnam War aboard the U.S.S. Saratoga, serving 2 tours and ci...July 13, 2009
Frank Dilly, age 86 of Minneapolis, born one of eight children, on January 2, 1923 in George, IA, to Harry and Marie Dilly, passed away July 13, 2009. Frank was retired from Strong & Sons Manufacturing, Co. of Minneapolis. He is preceded in death by ...July 10, 2009
Mary Kay Lacey Lacey, Mary Kay of Apple Valley died Friday, July 10. She is survived by her daughter, Katie (Neal Tovsen) Lacey; son, Jeff (Jen) Lacey; parents, Marvin and Marvis (nee Bergman) Muller; sisters, Cheryl Vessey and Kris (Greg) Rausch; an...July 10, 2009
TROEDSON (Rieder) Diane Marie, age 56, passed on into her Savior's arms on Friday night, July 10, after a two year battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband, Peter Troedson; and four children, Emily Grace, and Jeremy Troedson, and Sarah Hayn...July 10, 2009
Biros, Shirley Ann Died July 10, 2009. Life-long resident of So. Mpls. Preceded by parents, Ernest & Gen Ellingworth; niece, Pamela K. Riley. Survived by friend, Lavern; children, Robert (Kathy), Nancy (Terry), William, James and Kathleen; 9 grandchi...July 9, 2009
Swanson, Edith C. (nee Hansen) 8-1-1916 - 7-9-2009. Age 92 of Richfield. Longtime employee of Marsh-McLennon. Preceded in death by loving husband, Clarence; parents, Hans and Alma Hansen; brother, Arthur Hansen; sisters, Anna Kingsberg, Ruth Hansen, ...July 5, 2009
Leegard, Beverly J., age 85 of Mpls. Former business agent and V.P. Hotel & Restaurant Local #17. Preceded in death by husband, Linthon. Survived by sons, Gary (Nancy) and Todd; daughterr, Beverly "Bobbi" (Dan) Gustafson; grandchildren, Dawn, Mark, K...June 27, 2009
Carla Ann Johnson, 47, died June 27 in Minneapolis. Carla was born September 29, 1961 in Charleston, South Carolina to Donald and Amanda (nee Grimes). Carla is survived by her parents, sisters Teresa (Jay) Linn and Debra (Dave) Allmann, paternal gran...June 25, 2009
Nelson (Mumbleau), Kathryn L. age 87, of S. Mpls., died peacefully at Unity Hospital. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Karl; brothers, Martin Mumbleau, Jr., Leonard Mumbleau and Quentin Mumbleau; and sister, Sarah Mumbleau. Survived by nieces, S...
June 23, 2009
Gordon G. Gartland, age 80 of Minneapolis, born October 12, 1928 in Minneapolis to George and Minnie Gartland, died June 23, 2009. Gordy served in the U.S. Army during WWII and in the U.S. Air Force Reserve during Korea. He is preceded in death by hi...June 23, 2009
Harold "Curtis" Bain, age 82 of Minneapolis, born January 8, 1927 in Onamia, MN to Harold and Catherine Bain, passed away June 23, 2009. He is preceded in death by his son, Robert. Curt is survived by his wife, Elaine; sons: James, Gerald and Richard...
June 21, 2009
Croes, Mary E. Age 94, of S. Mpls. Beloved wife, mother, grandma, aunt, friend and mentor. Preceded by husband, Andrew; 2 grandsons, Keith and Paul; parents; 2 sisters; and one brother. Survived by son, Jim (Shar) Croes; daughter, Marianne (Gene) Gre...June 18, 2009
Sundell, Laural E. Age 97 of Minneapolis, born to Andrew and Augusta Sundell, May 27, 1912 in Dassel, MN, passed away June 14, 2009. Laural was a lifelong member of the Covenant Church. Laural is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Amanda; son, ...June 16, 2009
Edwards, Nola Allene 84, of Burnsville, died Tuesday, June 16. She is survived by children, Judy (Duane) Lofstad, James (Teri) Edwards, Nancy Bacon, Mary Carlson and significant other Mark, Gary Edwards, Randy (Jayne) Edwards, Patty (Mark) Fox, and R...June 15, 2009
KRAUSE Helen E., age 81, of Apple Valley, MN passed away Monday, June 15th, 2009. Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Howard. She is survived by her sons, Gregory (Jill), Dennis, and Jeffrey (Lori); and granddaughters, Kathleen and Rachel. He...June 15, 2009
Mae E. Oscarson ShareE-mail Visit Guest Book Oscarson, Mae E. age 88, of Maplewood, formerly of Mpls., on June 15 2009. Preceded in death by husband, Norman. Retired from Honeywell after 39 yrs. Survived by son, Jim and wife, Becki; daughter, Judy Sa...June 14, 2009
Peterson, Donald A., age 88 of S. Mpls. Preceded by beloved friend and companion, Betty. Survived by son, Ron Lee and family; and special friend, Lillian. Graveside service Wednesday 11 AM, June 24, 2009 at Fort Snelling, Assembly #4....June 12, 2009
Marjorie Ellen James was born in Superior, Wisconsin, on December 3, 1921. She was 87 years young when she passed away on Friday, June 12, 2009. Within her circle of family and close friends, she was well known as a descendant of Samuel Clemens (Mark...June 12, 2009
ERICKSON John H, age 62, of Rosemount, MN. Preceded in death by his wife, Cheryl; and parents, Carlton and Leone (Sumption) Erickson; son, Richard "RJ"; daughter, Beckie (Tim) James; sister, Joyce Nielsen; mother-in-law, Laura Hebert Koch; special fa...June 8, 2009
DROEGE Marie I, age 89, of Burnsville, MN formerly of Bloomington, MN, passed away on June 8th, 2009. Preceded in death by 2 brothers, Earl and Elmer Collins and sister, Maxine Caldwell. Survived by loving husband of 65 years, Roy; 3 daughters, Linda...
June 7, 2009
Wagner, Robert David 75, passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 7, 2009. Robert was born February 16, 1934 to Theodore and Elizabeth Hebert in Marshfield, Wisconsin. Robert married Florence Frodl on August 23, 1958 in Wausau, Wisconsin. ...June 6, 2009
Knutson, John B., age 101, of Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Rachel. WWII Veteran and recipient of the Silver Star and Purple Heart. Survived by nieces & nephews. Service Thursday, 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. with visitatio...