Obituaries
Jesse Kaehn
Jul 11, 2014
Jesse Lee Kaehn, age 39 of Spring Lake Park, passed away in his sleep on July 11, 2014 after a lifelong struggle with Diabetes. Survived by his mother, Kathy Kaehn; father, Charles Kaehn; half brother, Shawn Kaehn; grandmother, Sarah Super; grandfather, Kenneth Johnson; special friend, Tiffany; and many other loving relatives and friends. Funeral service 12PM Friday at Miller Funeral...
Gerald Smith
Jul 11, 2014
Smith, Gerald L. "Butch" "Jerry" age 71 of Blaine. Survived by children, Steve (Chris), Kari (Kermit) Bjork; grandson, Kyle; brothers, Richard, Larry, John, Tom; sister, Judy Walberg; many nieces, nephews and special cousins, Craig (Michelle); special friends and coworkers from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, New Brighton and St. Louis Park Peter Hobert Elementary. Truly touched the hearts of...
Patricia Johanson
Jul 10, 2014
Johanson, Patricia "Jean" age 88, of Fridley. Preceded in death by husband, Charles. Survived by daughters, Susan and Gayle; grandchildren, Joe, John, Jennifer, Ron and Jason; 7 great-grandchildren; sisters, Lois Baker and Carol Johnson. Served as a volunteer at Unity Hospital Auxillary for over 30 years and North Suburban Hospital District for 19 years. As Pat wished, a memorial service...
Donald Stiller
Jul 10, 2014
Stiller, Donald L Age 82 of Fridley, MN, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2014. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Delores Stiller; children, Renee (Craig) Anderson and Jim Stiller; grandchildren, Jackie, Danielle, Kayla, Alison, Megan and Beau; and great grandchildren, Cayden and Callie. Memorial service 11 AM Wednesday, July 16 at the Church of St William 6120...
Amelia Witherspoon
Jul 9, 2014
Witherspoon, Amelia A. age 99 of Blaine. Preceded in death by husband, Howard; 2 sisters; 2 brothers. Survived by son, Mark (Pattie); grandchildren, Kevin, Keith (Wendy), Katie (Mark) Gunderson, Kristin Witherspoon; great-grandchildren, Evan, Madelyn, Mya, Amelia, Olive, Colin; brother, John Ruzich; Funeral service Monday 11 AM with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley...
Samuel Goehring
Jul 9, 2014
Goehring, Samuel F. "Sam" age 73 of Blaine after a courageous battle with cancer went home July 9, 2014 to be with his parents, Samuel and Freida; wife, Gloria; bother, Clarence; sister, Elnora. He is survived by children, Mary Lynn, Sam, Gary and Sherry; brother, Al (Jane); sisters, Gladys, Eunice and Darlene; grandchildren & great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends....
William Trubiano Sr
Jul 8, 2014
William Trubiano Sr passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at the age of 93. No services will be held. Interment will be at the Massachusetts National Cemetery at a later date. Funeral Home Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432
Michael Hart
Jul 7, 2014
Michael, "Mike" Hart of Fridley, passed away peacefully at his home on July 7, 2014. Survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Gay Hart, his children, Mark Hart (Janine) of Big Lake, Michelle Hart of Ann Arbor, Michigan and Barry Hart (Candace) of Monticello and his grandchildren, Rachel, Jake, Sam, Noah, Lily and Charlie. He was a caring person...
William Backstrom
Jul 2, 2014
William E. Backstrom was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on December 5, 1929 to Elwood and Hildur Backstrom. He was preceded in death by grandson, Amery. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Shirley; children, Cheryl (George) Mills, William J. (Mary) Backstrom; grandchildren, Crystal (Ed), Nicole, Elliot, Megan & Katie; sister, Sharon Larsen; also many nieces & nephews....
Betty Polzin
Jun 30, 2014
Betty Lou Polzin "Auntie Red" Betty was born August 16, 1929 in Jeffers, MN she was the 3rd of six children born to Walter and Elaine Polzin. She graduated from Marshall High School. Retired from Marigold Foods after 34 ½ years. She league bowled at the national state and local levels. She was a huge sports fan she never missed...
Patricia Frauly
Jun 29, 2014
Frauly, Patricia A. age 75 of Blaine was born in Mpls., MN on April 14, 1939 to George Sr. & Marie Peppers. She passed away on June 29, 2014. She was preceded in death by husband, Kenneth Sr.; brother, George Pepper Jr. Survived by sons, Kenneth Jr. (Roxie), Jeff; grandchildren, Zack and Sara; sister, Kathleen Rosene; other relatives and friends....
Thomas Genosky
Jun 26, 2014
Genosky, Thomas Donald age 82 of Fridley, MN. Born August 12, 1931, passed away June 26, 2014. Thomas grew up in the Minneapolis area attended Edison High School, served 4 years in the Air Force. Retired from the Minneapolis Post Office. Preceded in death by parents, John and Mary; brothers John Jr., Donald & Gerald; nephew Richard Jr. He is...
Edward Rutz
Jun 25, 2014
Edward G Rutz, age 88 of Columbia Heights, went home to be with Jesus on June 25, surrounded by his family. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Margaret "Marge";children John and Renee; son in law, Scott; grandchildren, Ashlee and Leah; daughter in love, Cyndie "Gracie"; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service 11 AM Monday at The Church of...
Marilyn Anderson
Jun 25, 2014
Anderson, Marilyn F. "Mo" age 81, of Fridley. Preceded in death by husband, Robert. Survived by children, Kathy (Doug) Strecker, David (Kari), Bob (Val), Paul (Becky), Sue (Steve) Zastrow; grandchildren, Ashley, Jacob, Amanda Anderson, Alyson Zastrow, Mitchell, Carley Anderson, Hannah Zastrow; brother, Stan (Dee) Hannon; sister, Lorraine Hannon; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday...
Darel Turner
Jun 22, 2014
Turner, Darel J. Darel grew up on a farm near Tracy, Minnesota. His big claim to fame in high school was winning the drawing contest for the school mascot. The humorous part is that Darel traced the "Scrapper" from his little brother's coloring book. In 1956 Darel joined Graybar Electric. He worked as a sales representative for 35 years. Also,...
Donald Beaudette
Jun 19, 2014
Donald J. Beaudette, age 83 of Fridley. Survived by loving wife of 63 years, Lucille (Lou); son, Brian (Mary); daughter, Mary (Bruce) Spah; grandchildren, Rachel (Joe), Justin (Brooke) & Whitney (Justin);great granddaughter expected in July; brother, Richard; also nieces & nephews. Visitation Christ Lutheran 641 89th Ave. NE, Blaine, MN 55432 Wednesday, June 25, 2014 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM...
Lester III
Jun 17, 2014
Lester A. Wilsey III, 64, Fridley, MN Died June 17th, Preceded by Father Lester A. Wilsey Jr., Mother Alice M. (Cozak) Wilsey. Survived by loving Wife Niki (Fulton) Wilsey, Sons; Lester A. IV, Michael and Jason Wilsey. Visitation held at Christ the King Lutheran Church, New Brighton, MN 1900 7th St. NW, New Brighton, MN 55112, 9 am, service following...
Charles Durst
Jun 15, 2014
Charles James Durst, age 84 of Fridley, passed away Sunday, June 15, 2014. Survived by son, Stephen (Linda) Durst; daughter, Cheryl (Joerg) Bode; granddaughter, Amanda Durst; and sister, Marna (Jack) Jackson. Funeral Service Wednesday, June 25 at 11AM at Miller Funeral Home 6210 Hwy 65 NE in Fridley. Visit one hour prior. Interment at Fort Snelling. Miller Funeral Home 763-571-1300...
Ronald Staples
Jun 14, 2014
Staples, Ronald Steven age 61 of Spring Lake Park died peacefully June 14th, 2014 at Lino Lakes Assisted Living with many family nearby. Born May 22nd, 1953 to Francis and Marie Staples. Also preceded in death by his sister, Gloria Jean. He is survived by son, Barry (Carrie) Staples; daughters, Kelly (Jeff) LaFrance, Kayla Staples; grandchildren, Holly, Shawn, Alayna, Amara...
Clarence Petersen
Jun 14, 2014
Petersen, Clarence A. Age 95 of Fridley. Born August 29, 1918, passed away June 14, 2014 (Flag Day). Longtime member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Fridley. Preceded in death by wife, Eunice of 39 years, special friend Marge Anderson, parents Chris and Laura, brothers Ford and Lester, sisters Wilemina Johannsen, Eleanor Roberg. Survived by sister Evangeline Raven of Altoona, WI and...


