Obituaries
Kendall Vassar
Oct 16, 2013
Vassar, Kendall J. Age 85, of Aitkin, formerly Columbia Heights, passed away October 16, 2013. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, Ken was an avid fisherman, hunter, winemaker and Knights of Columbus member and Boy Scouts leader. Survived by wife, Harriet; and 5 children: Linda Huber (Chuck), Larry (Lynda), Marcy Sibell (Don), Jerry (Debbie), Kim Vassar-Kuss (Todd); 11 grandchildren: Heather,...
Annabel Krawczyk
Oct 16, 2013
Krawczyk, Annabel L. 'Ann' age 88, of Mounds View, passed away on Oct. 16. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph; grandson, Justin Sandidge; and brother, Robert Morehouse. Ann lived independently enjoying her favorite past times, shopping and traveling. She enjoyed many acquaintances, exchanging pictures and letters, living life to the fullest down to the last week of her life. Survived...
Beulah Nyberg
Oct 12, 2013
Beulah M Nyberg (Rohlf), age 92 of Minneapolis. She went home to be with the Lord on Oct. 12, 2013. She passed away peacefully at home. She is survived by her children, Marcia (Robert) Strong, Judy (Tony) Klapperick, Ronald (Pat) Nyberg, Joyce (Lowell) Burris, Diane Jones, David (Terry) Nyberg. Also many grandchildren, & great grandchildren. Visitation Miller Funeral Home 6210...
Eleanore Jensen
Oct 10, 2013
Jensen, Eleanore J., age 86 of Fridley. Survived by children, Cheryl Champeau, Gary (Sharon) Jensen, Debra (Greg) Polack; also 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; sister Audrey Lindahl. Funeral Service Tuesday 11 AM with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley. Interment Ft. Snelling. Visitation Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432...
Morris Curtis
Oct 8, 2013
Visitation Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Monday, October 14, 2013 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Service Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Monday, October 14, 2013 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Roger Helland
Oct 5, 2013
Helland, Roger Dean Age 80, of Fridley, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 5, 2013. Preceded in death by mother, Talitha; son-in-law, John Coler. Survived by Julie, his wife of 56 years; daughters, Kim (Butch) Lindeman, Vicki (Greg) Lindsey, Babs Coler, Sheri (David) Oleyar; grandchildren, Amanda (Dustin) Otis, Emily (Benjamin) Hanson, Whitney Coler, Chelsea Lindeman, Brett and Payton Lindsey,...
Erick Thorsen
Oct 2, 2013
Erick Robert Thorsen, age 32, of Andover, passed away suddenly on October 2, 2013. Survived by daughter, Cheyanne; parents, Sharon (Michael) Becker, Tom (Carol) Thorsen; siblings, Charity Tooze, Laurie Thorsen, Bobby Thorsen; niece, Genny Evan; grandmothers, Bonnie Finlayson, Mary Thorsen; and special friend, Gina. Erick will be missed by all who loved him. Funeral Service 6:30 p.m., Thursday, October 10,...
Jerome Szykulski
Oct 2, 2013
Age 58, of Linwood Township, passed away unexpectedly on 10/02/2013 doing what he loved to do most; working outside around the house. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph Peter and Charlotte Ann Szykulski. Survived by lifelong partner, Cela of 26 years and her son, Adam; brother, Dan; nephew, DJ and nieces, Danielle and Katharine. He will be dearly missed by...
Virginia Shappell
Oct 2, 2013
VIRGINIA "GINNY" R. SHAPPELL 68, Princeton, MN formerly of Blaine, MN Passed away surrounded by her family on October 2, 2013. Virginia was born to Russell and Ruth (Smith) Peterson on January 24, 1945 in Park Falls, WI. Her most cherished times were spent with her family, children and grandchildren. She also loved spending time outdoors, fishing, watching deer and...
Ralph Overlie
Oct 1, 2013
Ralph O. Overlie, age 92, of Fridley, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2013. WWII Vet. Preceded in death by his wife, Jean. Survived by daughter, Connie; sister, Daphine and Shirley; grandson, Scott and Brian; and 3 great granddaughters. Memorial service 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 5, 2013 at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 HWY 65 NE, Fridley. Memorial Service Miller Funeral...
Keith Bloom
Oct 1, 2013
Keith Bloom March 27, 1942 – October 1, 2013 Of Fridley Preceded in death by Mother, Gladys Bloom and Sister, Eileen Osmonson. Survived by Wife, Karen Biller; Children, Kevin (Beth) Bloom and Kristin (Jeff) Lawrence; Father, Glenmore Bloom; Brothers, Milton (Jeanne) Bloom and Wesley (Melissa) Bloom; Sister, Colleen (Greg) Pettersen; Grandchildren, Michael Bloom, Kyle Lawrence, Kali Lawrence, Jacob Biller, Michael...
Amber Berg
Sep 25, 2013
Berg, Amber N. age 25 of Columbia Heights. Visitation Friday, 1-3 PM at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley. Service Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Friday, October 4, 2013 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Gerald Bourgeois
Sep 25, 2013
Bourgeois, Gerald V. age 52, of Fridley. Survived by children, Joshua (Linda) and Nicole; 8 grandchildren; 7 brothers and 2 sisters. Memorial service Tuesday 2:00 PM with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley, (763-571-1300). Private interment. www.millerfuneralfridley.com Visitation Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Tuesday, October 1, 2013 1:00...
Carmen Burris
Sep 24, 2013
Age 87, of Mounds View, passed away September 24, 2013. Visitation Tuesday, October 1 10-11 am before service at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, 825 2nd Ave. NW New Brighton, Mn. Interment St. Mary's Cemetery. She Leaves behind many loving family and friends. Visitation St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 825 Second Avenue Northwest New Brighton, MN 55112 Tuesday,...
Robert Kimber
Sep 23, 2013
Kimber, Robert A. age 80 of Cedar. Preceded in death by wife, Darlene; son, Donald. Survived by children, Allen (Char), Teri (Ron) Hamm, Frank (Jude), Brian (Rachel); 9 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; sister, Kathleen Powers. Memorial service Sunday, 1:00 PM, with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65 NE, Fridley (763-571-1300). Private interment Ft. Snelling. In lieu...
Curtis Alexander
Sep 21, 2013
Curtis A. Alexander, age 77, of New Brighton, passed away peacefully September 21, 2013. Preceded in death by parents; brother, Gary. Survived by sons, John (Margie), Jim; grandchildren, Chad Breske, Pam, Kayla, Alyssa, Luke; great grandchildren, Breydan, Hazel; sisters, Joan Lukkonen, Lou Alex-Andersen; and girlfriend, Marlene Neddersen. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 26, 2013 at Miller Funeral Home, 6210...
Thomas Mack
Sep 20, 2013
Full obituary will be available Monday. Visitation St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 825 Second Avenue Northwest New Brighton, MN 55112 Tuesday, September 24, 2013 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Service St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 825 second Avenue Northwest New Brighton, MN 55112 Wednesday, September 25, 2013 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cemetery St. John the Baptist Cemetery...
Gerald Fisher
Sep 20, 2013
Gerald "Jerry" J. Fisher, age 83, of Fridley. After having a courageous 2-year battle with cancer, our dad (grandfather) was called home on September 20, 2013. He was a kind soul who will be missed by all. Preceded in death by loving wife, Mae; 3 sisters; and a brother. He is survived by children, Diane (David) Aras, David (Anne), Dan...
Evelyn Coppicus
Sep 19, 2013
Coppicus, Evelyn B. age 87, of Columbia Heights. Preceded in death by husband, Jerry on 7/7/13. Survived by son, Clint (Karen); 3 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Joan Hallmark. Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, October 23, 2013, 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior at the Community United Methodist Church, 950 Gould Ave. NE, Columbia Heights, MN 55421. Private interment...
Gordon Bailey
Sep 17, 2013
Age 88 of Weslaco, Texas, formerly of Blaine, Minnesota, died on 9/17/2013. Gordon was born on December 20, 1924 in Little Falls, Mn. to Alice Mary Schrupp and Alfred Nathan Bailey. Gordon was in the United States Navy and served in the Pacific during WWII. Gordon attended Dunwoody Institute and the University of Minnesota and was an engineer for Unisys...


