Obituaries

Patricia Ann Larson

Patricia Ann Larson

Dec 14, 2025

Patricia “Pat” Ann (Quick) Larson, 74, of Fridley, MN, passed away on December 14, 2025.  She was born November 10, 1951 to Robert Sr. and Florence (Lymer) Quick in Minneapolis, MN.

Pat grew up in Fridley, MN with her siblings, Robert Jr. and Joanne.  She graduated from Fridley High School in 1969.  Shortly after graduating, Pat met the love of her...

James J. Tholkes

James J. Tholkes

Mar 26, 2026

James Joseph Tholkes, age 83, of Mounds View, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on March 26, 2026.

He was born on March 12, 1943 in Minneapolis to Vincent and Ruth Tholkes. Jim was the beloved husband of Lesley with whom he shared 61 years of marriage. He was a proud and devoted father to his children Jeffry and Kristine, and...

Charlotte Edna Bratz

Charlotte Edna Bratz

May 11, 2026

Charlotte Edna Bratz (Magnuson), 93, of Mounds View, MN

Charlotte Edna Bratz (née Magnuson), age 93, of Mounds View, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026.

Charlotte had a lifelong love of sports, especially bowling and softball, and cherished the time spent with family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Harland Bratz and 11...

Gary Robert Boyer

Gary Robert Boyer

May 5, 2026

Gary Robert Boyer, 87, Fridley, MN, passed away on May 5, 2026. He was born January 22, 1939 in Hudson, SD to Ledru and Ella (Hout) Boyer, the fourth of twelve children.

Gary graduated high school and then attended South Dakota State University. After graduating, he moved to the Twin Cities. He worked as a printer for Deluxe Check Printers. Gary’s...

Russell LeRoy Morse

Russell LeRoy Morse

May 3, 2026

Russell LeRoy Morse, 78, Blaine, MN, passed away on May 3, 2026.  Full obituary is pending.  

Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, June 19, 2026 at Roseville Covenant Church.  Visitation will begin at 10.  Luncheon will follow.  Inurnment will be at 3 p.m. at Morningside Memorial Gardens.  

Friends and family are welcome to sign the online guestbook.

Ronald Eugene Hamm

Ronald Eugene Hamm

Apr 30, 2026

Ronald Hamm, age 86, of Columbia Heights.

Survived by wife Teresa Hamm.

Private Services.

Doris Ann Pierce

Doris Ann Pierce

Apr 28, 2026

She has left this earthly planet and is now free to be herself in what she called the "Cosmos" and the "Spirit World." Doris Ann Kunde Pierce died on April 28, 2026, four days after her 93rd birthday celebration. Such a life she lived...

She was born during the Great Depression on her grandfather Leesman's farm in Dixon, Illinois. Dori's mother,...

Deborah Jean Casserly

Deborah Jean Casserly

Apr 28, 2026

Deborah “Debbie” Jean Casserly, of Fridley, Minnesota, passed away on April 28, 2026, in South St. Paul, Minnesota, at the age of 62.

Debbie was preceded in death by her parents, John Edward Casserly and Rosemary Valerius Casserly, as well as her longtime companion, Richard Oliver Buhl.

She is lovingly survived by her siblings, Colleen Fickel (Dennis), Mary Dorta (Roberto), Gregory Casserly,...

Bradley Dale Therrien

Bradley Dale Therrien

Apr 28, 2026

Bradley Dale Therrien, age 75, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026.

Born on January 12, 1951, in Duluth, Minnesota, Brad was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose life was defined by his unwavering commitment to others. He had a rare ability to put people first in everything he did, and that generosity of spirit never left him.

Brad built...

William Roger Talley

William Roger Talley

Apr 27, 2026

Roger was born in Mebane, North Carolina. He served in the National Guard. He worked his entire working career in the transportation industry as an over the road driver and armored truck driver. 

Roger was preceded in death by his wife, Michelle; mom, Ora Talley; and longtime girlfriend, Paula (Ebert) Gisselquist on April 10, 2026. He is survived by his father,...

Linda Gusa Leanger

Linda Gusa Leanger

Apr 24, 2026

Linda Leanger, beloved mother, woman of faith, and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11:20 a.m., surrounded by the love of her family. Her sons, David Leanger and Steve Leanger, were by her bedside, holding her close as she entered eternal rest.

Linda was a woman of deep and unwavering Christian faith. She trusted in...

Katherine Anne Krikorian

Katherine Anne Krikorian

Apr 22, 2026

Katherine Anne Krikorian, age 57 of Fridley, MN, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

May her soul find peace

JoAnn Marie Grambow

JoAnn Marie Grambow

Apr 22, 2026

JoAnn Marie Grambow, 67, Fridley, MN, passed away on April 22, 2026.  She was born May 3, 1958 to John and RoseMary (Forschen) Klingman.

JoAnn met Michael "Mike" Grambow in Wisconsin and began dating April 19, 1984.  They were married August 23, 1986.  JoAnn was an avid bowler and enjoyed Lifetime movies and playing slot machines.

JoAnn is survived by her husband,...

Julie Kragness Nalepka

Julie Kragness Nalepka

Apr 21, 2026

Julie Lorraine Kragness Nalepka, 67, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Julie was born June 26, 1958, in Minneapolis to Allen and Lorraine Kragness. She loved spending her early childhood in North Minneapolis, where her family lived for many years across from North Commons Park. Her days were filled with neighborhood adventures, including skating, sledding, playing...

Maria Han

Maria Han

Apr 16, 2026

Arrangements under the care of Miller Funeral Home.

Martha M. Anderson

Martha M. Anderson

Apr 14, 2026

Martha M. Anderson, 88, Fridley, MN, passed away on April 14, 2026. She was born August 6, 1937 in Cambridge, MN to Roy and Venzora Falk; the third of six children.

The majority of Martha’s childhood was spent on a farm outside of Dalbo, MN. She and her siblings were close as children and remained close throughout their adult lives. Besides...

Laetitia Anne Clark Woods

Laetitia Anne Clark Woods

Apr 8, 2026

Laetitia "Tish" Anne Clark Woods, age 95, New Brighton, MN, peacefully passed into her Lord's presence on April 8, 2026. She was born on November 14, 1930.

Tish grew up in Indiana and McKeesport, PA, the youngest of four children. She completed high school in Montreat, NC in 1948. She completed a BA in Bible at Westminster College and a BSN...

Janice Ruth Mulkern

Janice Ruth Mulkern

Apr 8, 2026

Janice R Mulkern, age 60, of Columbia Heights, passed away on April 8, 2026.  She leaves behind her friends and family who will miss her dearly.

Allan Eugene Rivard

Allan Eugene Rivard

Apr 5, 2026

Allan Eugene Rivard, 88, Blaine, MN, passed away on April 5, 2026. He was born in Minneapolis on July 17, 1937 to Flavius “Fred” and Katherine (McQueen) Rivard.

Allan grew up in North Minneapolis. He graduated from North High in 1955.  After school, Allan joined the Army. He served for 3 years as a medic. Upon returning home, he completed his...

Francis Irving Carpenter Jr.

Francis Irving Carpenter Jr.

Apr 5, 2026

Francis Irving Carpenter Jr., 97, Blaine, MN, passed away on April 5, 2026. He was born September 26, 1928 in Aberdeen, SD to Francis Sr. and Lee (Holmes) Carpenter.

Francis’ family moved to Havana, ND when Francis Sr. accepted a job. Francis spent the majority of his childhood there. In 1949, he went roller skating in Kidder, SD and met Nila...