Shirley, Josephine age 87 of Andover, formerly of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by husband, John; son, John; great-grandson, Dayton; 2 sisters. Survived by children, Ann (Scott) Olmstead, Nancy (Mike) Ballard, Mary (Paul) Fedje, Deb Shirley, Jim Shirley; grandchildren, Tovi, Jason, Nicole, Michael, Chris, Matt, Parker, Taylor, Sidney; great-grandchildren, Tav, Coy, Jayden, Kaidynce, Cohen, Sawyer, Alexander, Christian; brother, Ignac (Bev) Vidervol; many nieces and nephews. Mass...

Robert Lewis Smitten passed away on October 18, 2021. He was born in Sartell, MN on July 24, 1932 and was best known by “Bob” to all his friends and family. Bob earned his degree at St. Cloud State University and the University of MN. He served in the Navy in California. Bob married the love of his life, Sharon (Ottinger) Smitten. They lived briefly in Inglewood CA, but soon moved back to MN to be closer to family, residing in Fridley,  North Oaks, New Brighton and...

Donna M. Wilson, age 89, of Fridley, passed away on October 15, 2021. Donna was preceded in death by husband, Roger D.; son, Michael; sister, Darlyce. She is survived by husband, Eddie; daughters, Rebecca, Darcy (Chuck); son, Roger (Carol); many grandchildren & great-grandchildren; other loving family and friends. Gathering at 1:00 p.m. and Memorial Service at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 13th at Miller Funeral Home.

Gwendolyn “Gwen” J. Hamilton, age 91 of Mora and Lexington, MN, passed away on Oct 15, 2021. Gwen was born on Aug 8, 1930 in Minneapolis, MN. She was the past State and 10th District President of the Minnesota American Legion Auxiliary. She worked for Lifetouch (National School Studio) for 30 years. She loved spending time with her family, Christmas, and watching baseball. Preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Evelyn (Heath) Hulke; daughter, Pamela Jeanne Hamilton St...

In Loving Memory of Lori Diane Miller Lori was born June 1, 1967 to Larry and Betty Christensen. She attended Prince of Peace, Woodcrest Baptist and graduated from Irondale High School. Lori married the love of her life September 19, 1992 where they made their last residence in Fridley, MN . Together they enjoyed their pets, camping, casinos, and AC/DC.  Lori is survived by her dog, Windsor and cat, Bacardi; her mother, Betty Christensen; siblings, Duke (Deb), and Douglas (Tonya);...

Mary Helen (Halvorsen) Brunner, age 76 of Fridley, passed away on Sunday, October 10th, at White Pine Assisted Living in Fridley, where she resided for the past nine years after suffering a stroke. She was a favorite among staff and will be greatly missed by all. Mary was born in Red Wing, MN, on February 3rd, 1945, to Willard and Gertrude Halvorsen. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 55 years, Donald; children: Joni (Chris), Greg (Kim), Karolyn (Mike), Patty (Jason),...

 Mary Lou Tyo, age 84, of Fridley, passed on October 10, 2021. Mary Lou was preceded in death by husband, Duane; daughter, Jeannie Tyo; 4 sisters & 1 brother. She is survived by children: Jim (Kathy), Sandy Gustafson, Cindy (Doyle) Taylor, Trisha (Jay) Schweim; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; many nieces & nephews; other loving family & friends. Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 15th with Visitation one hour prior at Miller...

Ward Wilkins was born at home in Valley City, ND, on November 26, 1927.  He passed away peacefully at Walker Plaza, Anoka, on September 22, 2021.  Ward attended public schools in Valley City, graduating from high school in 1945 and from Valley City State Teachers College in 1950.  He received his masters degree from the University of Montana and did post graduate work there, and at several other universities.  Ward was a proud veteran of the United States Navy having...

LaVonne passed away at her home in New Brighton on October 20, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in St. Charles on April 5, 1941 and was best known by “Bonnie” to all her friends and family. Bonnie was the middle child of three and grew up in Austin where she graduated from Austin High. Bonnie was a secretary for the HighSchool a few years after she graduated while Ron went to serve in the Army. When he returned they moved to the Cities where Bonnie worked in...

Mark Kleppen, age 73, of New Brighton passed away on Sept. 29th. Mark was preceded in death by wife, Shaun. He is survived by daughter, Kirsten Kleppen; son, Steve (Kelly) Kleppen; granddaughter, Nora; brothers, Jon, David, and James Ole Kleppen; other loving family & friends. Visitation at 10:30AM and Funeral at 11:30AM on Fri. Oct. 8th at Sauk Valley Lutheran Church, 13977- 150th St., Osakis. Burial Lakeside Cemetery in Osakis.