Obituaries

Clayton E. Swisher

September 9, 2022

Clayton was born February 20, 1979, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He attended elementary school in Portales, NM, and secondary school in both Dora and Floyd, NM. He enjoyed playing football, basketball, and baseball. During high school, Clayton attende...

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Kenneth R. Anderson

September 8, 2022

Kenneth R. Anderson Age 93 of Eagan, born June 26, 1929 in Arland, WI to George & Mabel Anderson, passed away peacefully September 8, 2022. Ken served in the U S Army during Korea.  He retired from Greyhound Bus Lines as a Driver/Instructo...

Ethel J. Black (Weum)

September 8, 2022

Black, Ethel J. (Weum) Age 92 and long-time resident of Apple Valley, MN, passed away on September 8, 2022. Born August 5,1930 in Minneapolis, MN. Preceded in death by her husband, Wayne C. Black. Survived by her children, Bill (Jeanne) Black, Lin...

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Keith Hansen

September 6, 2022

Hansen, Keith Age 89 of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully in his home on September 6, 2022, after a long battle with kidney disease. Preceded in death by his parents and 9 siblings. Survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Carol; children, Shar...

Karen A. Bush

September 3, 2022

KAREN A. BUSH Age 84 of Burnsville, born August 31, 1938 in Windom, MN to Gordon and Mabel Sommerland, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2022.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Bush; sister, Sandra Sommerland and brother, Gar...

Theresa Ann Becker

August 29, 2022

Becker, Theresa Ann Age 94 of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2022, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her husband, Clem “Pete”; daughter, Kay Lutz; great-granddaughter, Karlie Becker; siblings, Mary Alice Boelt...

Rhoda Ella Bork

August 24, 2022

Bork, Rhoda Ella Age 88 of Bloomington, went to the Lord on August 24, 2022, surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd; infant son; brothers, Norman, Gustav, and Kenneth; and sisters, Inga and MaryAnn. Survived by her child...

Malisa Anne Kreutzmann

August 23, 2022

Kreutzmann, Malisa Anne Age 58 of St. Paul (formerly of Apple Valley), was reunited with her Lord and Savior on August 23, 2022. Preceded in death by her son, Emmanuel Kreutzmann. Survived by her sons, Erik (Taylor), Cooper, and Meyer; parents, Ke...

Marion Claire Cziok

August 23, 2022

Marion Claire Cziok August 23, 2022 Marion C. Cziok—caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend—passed away from cancer on August 23, after a very long, wonderful life. Beloved by many, she leaves behind a rich legacy of stew...

John “JT/Nadi” Thomas Sampers

August 21, 2022

John T. Sampers, age 30 of Asheville, NC, passed away doing what they loved.  Being outside, hanging out with their brother, rock climbing, being with friends in Asheville and Mexico, speaking Spanish, making music, teaching yoga, traveling alone...

John W. Sherman

August 8, 2022

Pastor John W. Sherman Jr., age 86, was promoted to glory on August 8th , 2022.  Surrounded by his loving wife and family, after a long full life lived for Christ. John was born on January 4th , 1936 at home in Courtland, NE to John Walter Sr. &a...

Martha I. Schramm "Sue

August 6, 2022

Martha I. Schramm "Sue" Age 97 of Anoka, born July 30, 1925 in Kinghurst Township, MN to Severin & Karoline Hanson, passed away peacefully August 6, 2022. Sue is preceded in death by her husband, Jack; daughter, Janis, four brothers and one...

Mavis R. Garrett

August 5, 2022

Mavis R. Garrett Age 92 of Little Canada, born May 19, 1930 in Canby, MN to Ernest & Anna Ouverson, passed away August 5, 2022.  Mavis retired from Unisys after 30 years as an Inspector.  Cooking and embroidering sets of towels for her famil...

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Robert Leo Brenner "Bob"

August 4, 2022

Robert Leo Brenner Age 98 of Apple Valley, born October 26, 1923 in Hibbing, MN to Joseph and Margaret Brenner, passed away August 4, 2022. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army in the European Theater during WWII earning the Purple Heart Medal a...

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Theodore P. Anderson

July 28, 2022

Theodore P. Anderson Age 78 of Bloomington, born November 12, 1943 in Minneapolis to Arthur & Lois Anderson, passed away peacefully surrounded by family July 28, 2022. Theodore proudly served in the US Navy.  He graduated from Mankato Sta...

Deloris Mueller

July 26, 2022

Mueller, Deloris B. Age 93 of Rosemount, passed away peacefully at her home on July 26, 2022. Preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Mueller; parents and 6 siblings. Survived by her daughter, Jeannine (Glenn) Springer; grandchildren, Kristina (C...

Beverly J. Brown

July 23, 2022

Beverly J. Brown Age 75 of Farmington, born December 31, 1946 in Spooner, WI to Ethel Arbuckle and Walter Huffer, was called home by her Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ July 23, 2022. Beverly possessed a generous and giving spirit throughout he...

William "Bill" Jon Barfknecht

July 19, 2022

William “Bill” Jon Barfknecht 47 of Burnsville passed away on 7/19/22 from a motorcycle crash. Funeral service will be held at 11am on Wednesday, July 27th, 2022, at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley, with visitat...

Kimberly Kay Olson

July 17, 2022

Kimberly Kay Olson  Age 65 of Minneapolis, born June 9, 1957 in Mpls. to Larry and Marilyn Olson, passed away July 17, 2022 after a brave battle with cancer. Kimberly’s sweet spirit will always be remembered by sisters, Pamela Olson & Me...

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James D. Beiseker

July 17, 2022

James D. Beiseker, age 85 of Eagan.  Former owner of Burnsville Realty, later barbering into retirement.  His hobbies include playing golf, MN Sports & attending his grandchildren's activities.  Preceded in death by his wife, Eleanore, twin...

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David D. Averill

July 13, 2022

Averill, David D. Age 78 of Burnsville, passed away on July 13, 2022. Preceded in death by his mother, Jane. Survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Rose; daughters, Mary Kay (Tom) Booth and Annette Sue (John) Carlson; grandchildren, Timagin, Dav...

Margaret E. Anderson

July 11, 2022

Margaret E. Anderson Age 91 of Apple Valley, born October 20, 1930 in Minneapolis to John Einar & Dorothy Ruth Johnson, went to be with her Lord on July 11, 2022.  Margaret enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved them very muc...

Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu

July 11, 2022

Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu SUNRISE: 12TH. FEBRUARY 1957 SUNSET: 11TH. JULY 2022 We announce the Passing of our Pastor, Bishop Francis Muiruri Gathungu to Greater Heights of Glory. Francis was age 65 of Apple Valley. Preceded in death...

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Melvin Clifford Olson

July 10, 2022

Melvin Clifford Olson Age 90 of Bloomington, born June 27, 1932 in Fosston, MN to Olaf & Mabel Olson, passed peacefully in the comforts of his home with family present on July 10, 2022. Mel is remembered as being a hard worker, hands-on an...

Richard E. Larson

July 6, 2022

Richard E. Larson Age 64 of Minneapolis, born October 26, 1957 in Minneapolis to Earl & LaVonne Larson, passed away July 6, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his father, Earl and sister, Debbie Rooney.  Rick will be dearly missed by his moth...