Obituaries

Sep 25, 2014

Finley, Clara age 80, of Fridley, passed away at home, Thursday Sept. 25. She is survived by her children, Donald 'Skip' Jr. (Heidi), Kathie Howard, Ron (Laurie), Becki (Fred) Fedora, Gordon (Kathy); many grand kids, great grand kids and many other relatives. Visitation Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Saturday, October 4, 2014 12:00 PM Service...

Sep 25, 2014

Betty Ann Sonnenberg, 83 of Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, died suddenly of a heart attack, Thursday Sept. 25, at Unity Hospital in Fridley, MN. She was born in Titonka, Iowa where she attended grade and high school. Betty attended one year at Wartburg College before graduating from Mercy School of Nursing, Mason City, Iowa. She worked as a Registered Nurse...

Sep 25, 2014

Bratt, Donald Herbert age 88, of New Brighton passed away peacefully. Navy Veteran of the South Pacific in WWII and Korea. Preceded in death by his wife Vivian; sisters, Pauline Fitzgerald, Marion Lundquist. He is survived by children, David (Sheri), Christine; grandchildren, Ryan, Tori, Eric (Mia); great grandchild, Blake. Celebration of life will be at St. Phillips Church, 6180 Hwy...

Sep 24, 2014

Chenoweth, Bernard age 69, passed away suddenly at his home in Blaine. He is survived by his children, Amy (Michael) Rieschl, Matthew (Catherine) Chenoweth; grandchildren, Anna, Owen, Eli, Brianna, and Benjamin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Leona, and his siblings, Elizabeth and Daniel. Bernie was the Commander at the Fridley American Legion Post 303, he...

Sep 21, 2014

Hall, Vernon 91 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully. WWII Veteran Preceeded in death by his wife of 57 years, Gladys Margaret; sons, Russ, Don and Infant; grandson, Neal Raustadt. Survived by sons, Vernon J, Roger , Dennis (Julie) Hall; daughters, Dianne Osterbauer, Jayne Hall and Sherry Mosner and many grandchildren. Visitation Thursday, 25th from 5-8 pm at Miller Funeral...

Sep 21, 2014

Daniel E. Peck, age 80 of Fridley. Preceded in death by daughter, Linda, sisters, Audrey & Laura; survived by loving wife of 44 years, Carole; children, Paula (Neal), Steve, Debra, Doyle, Diane, Jason (Jeanie); nine grandchildren, four great grandchildren; sisters, Elsie & Mary. Funeral service Friday 11 AM with a visitation one hour prior at St. Philips Lutheran Church, 6180...

Sep 20, 2014

Shackle, Richard Lyle, age 82 of Blaine. Born on Sept 30, 1931, passed away on Sept 20, 2014 peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Dick served in the Marine Corps and did one tour in Korea. After his tour, he came home where he met and married his beautiful wife, Patricia. They had 6 children and upon retirement were...

Sep 19, 2014

Christine A (Gertzen) Lazarz, age 61 of Blaine, passed away surrounded by loving family after a battle with a chronic illness. Survived by her children, Rachelle (Donovan), Victor and Andrea; grandchildren, Kaylee, Alaina, Aaden, Jade and Dalton; siblings, Sandy (Gary), Janet, Garry and Duane (Annette); and other loving relatives and friends. Memorial service, Tuesday, 2PM at Miller Funeral Home, with...

Sep 19, 2014

Gearhart, Lois May Age 89, of St. Anthony, MN, passed away Sept. 19, 2014. Preceded in death by husband, Lowell; son, Lucky. Survived by daughters, Sherry McPhillips and Bonnie Parkins, their husbands & several grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Private interment for family at Ft. Snelling. A Celebration of her Life at the Kraus-Hartig VFW, 8100 Pleasant View Dr., Spring Lake Park,...

Sep 17, 2014

Houle, Lorraine J. age 92, of Roseville. Adored & loving daughter, mom, grandma and great-grandma, went to Heaven 9/17/14 very peacefully, thanks be to You, dear God. She was preceded in death by parents, Stephen & Anna Krannak; special aunt & uncle, Olga "Nana" & Oscar Larson, and husband of 52 years, Gene. While we're so grateful she's now in...

Sep 16, 2014

Sworsky, Edmond A. age 94, passed away peacefully on Sept. 16, 2014. Born Aug. 5, 1920, in NE Mpls. and longtime resident of Fridley MN. Proud member of the CCCs and elite Army Rangers 2nd Battalion that stormed Omaha Beach on D-Day. He also fought bravely and was wounded in the Battle of the Bulge. Purple Heart and Bronze Star...

Sep 14, 2014

The passing of our dear husband, devoted father, and loyal friend Omar "Ozzie" Nelson. The Lord chose to take him home on Sunday morning, September 14, 2014. Ozzie was an extremely hard working man with strong beliefs of right and wrong. He will be missed always and loved sincerely. He loved visiting with people and made friends everywhere he went....

Sep 9, 2014

Davis, Walter "Jack" age 81, of St. Francis. Survived by his wife, Dorothy M.; children, Linda, John, Nancy, Debra, Carolyn, Judy & spouses; also 6 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Funeral service Tuesday 10 AM with a visitation one hour prior at the Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy. 65 NE, Fridley. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Miller Funeral Home Fridley Chapel...

Sep 7, 2014

Aug 26, 2014

Donald A. Gilbert Age 69, passed away unexpectedly on August 26, 2014. He is survived by wife, Barbara; daughters, Kelly (Jim) and Robyn (Scott); and son, Donnie (Shannon); grandchildren, Justin, Kate, Duey, Andrew, and Morgan; Sister, Norma (Jon); and many other loving relatives and friends. The only thing Don loved more than being behind the wheel of his dump truck...

Aug 26, 2014

Miller, Paul E., age 67 of Blaine. 45 year member of the Teamsters. Survived by loving wife of 28 years, Mary; special pet, Taffy; children, Dave (Barb) Miller, Ken (Anh) Waldvogel; mother, DeLores Miller-Isaacson; sister in law, Victoria Buoen-Miller; also grandchildren, nieces & nephews. Gathering of family and friends Wednesday 1 ~ 3 PM at 8500 Tessman Farm, Brooklyn Park....

Aug 24, 2014

Rebecca Ann (Mauer) Maas, age 61 of Spring Lake Park went to be with her Lord surrounded by her husband, sons, and family on Sunday, August 24th. She was born on October 14, 1952 in Breckenridge MN. Preceded in death by her parents Virginia & John Mauer. Survived by her husband, Alan H. Maas; and sons, Andrew (Emily) Maas, and...

Aug 22, 2014

Andermann, Deloris C. age 79, of Mounds View. Preceded in death by husband, Roy. Survived by children, Donna (David) Adams, Mark; grandchildren, Breona (Jay) Gonzales, Dane Adams; great-grandson, Gabriel Gonzales; many relatives and friends. Funeral service Thursday 11 AM, with visitation one hour prior at Abiding Savior's Lutheran Church, 8211 Red Oak Drive, Mounds View. Interment Rose Hill Cemetery, Hinckley....

Aug 22, 2014

Age 94, rested peacefully in the arms of Jesus on August 22, 2014. Born November 12, 1919 in Fertile, IA. Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph; and her son, Donald. Survived by children, Betty (Gerry) Hults, David, and Tom (Theresa); 7 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchildren; many loving relatives; special companion friend, Peggy; and many other friends. Mavis...

Aug 21, 2014

Yurick, Del M. age 65, of Robbinsdale. Del's life work centered around delivering acute care as an RN. Preceded in death by parents, Stephen and Bertha; brother, John; sisters, Jennifer and Theresa. Survived by brothers, Stephen, Anthony and Charles; sisters, Cathy, Chris and Mary; many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Tuesday 6:00 P.M. with visitation one hour prior at Miller...