Obituaries
Raymond Ondov
Jun 22, 2017
Raymond B. Ondov, age 90, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on Thursday June 22, 2017 in Hamilton, Montana. He was one of ten children. He was born August 30th, 1926. The family lived on a farm near Litchfield, Minnesota which was lost because of the 1930's economic depression. The family then moved to Southeast Minneapolis, Minnesota. When WWII began Ray...
Patricia Bautch
Jun 21, 2017
Bautch, Patricia Kathryn, age 83 of NE Mpls. Our loving mother, sister, and friend peacefully slipped away on June 21, 2017. She was born on December 27, 1933 in Gilman, MN to Ben and Esther Niedzielski. She was a proud graduate of St. Francis High School in Little Falls, MN. Preceded in death by parents, husband Raymond; son John, brother...
Geraldine Young
Jun 20, 2017
On Tuesday, June 20, 2017 Gerri Young passed away peacefully at her home in Fridley, MN after a year long battle with colon cancer. Regardless of what Gerri was to you... wife, mom, grandma, friend, you will remember her for her patience, kindness, love for all, hilarious laugh, and optimism. She will be missed by her husband: Jack Young, her...
Lucille Wright
Jun 19, 2017
Wright, Lucille M. age 88 of Blaine. Preceded in death by husband, Morris; siblings, Anne Keith, Emil Hansen, Marie Landberg, Lorraine Kappers. Survived by sons, Russell (Dianne), Wayne (Diana), David (Carol); grandchildren, Cole, Dalton, Chad and Erica Wright; other relatives and friends. Funeral Service 11 AM Saturday 6/24/17 with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy 65...
Esther Sautter
Jun 17, 2017
Preceded in death by parents; husband, Maynard; son, Martin; sisters, Florence Hanson, Irene Bonzer & Eleanor Reints. Survived by daughters, Stephanie (John) Stark, Dr. Cia Sautter; sister, Adelheid Zurcher; granddaughters, Margretta & Katherine Stark. Funeral service Monday June 26, 11 AM at Messiah Lutheran Church, 2848 County Rd. H2, Mounds View. Visitation one hour prior to service at church. Interment...
Kenneth Hentges
Jun 16, 2017
Kenneth E. Hentges, age 81, of Columbia Heights, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2017. Kenny was born and raised in Columbia Heights and was the number one fan of his hometown. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need, always willing to offer his opinion whether...
Douglas Felsing
Jun 16, 2017
Douglas Felsing, passed away on June 16th, 2017. Funeral gathering from 11:30 -12:30PM on Monday, July 10th at Miller Funeral Home in Fridley. Interment at 1:45 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Service Miller Funeral Home 6210 HWY 65 NE Fridley, MN 55432 Monday, July 10, 2017 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Burial Fort Snelling National Cemetery 7601 34th Avenue South...
Leona Dayon
Jun 16, 2017
Born December 7th 1930 in Hibbing, Minnesota to Martha and Frank Roth and passed away peacefully on June 16th, 2017 surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents Martha and Frank, brothers Allister, Jerome and Quentin and sisters Ardelle and Maxine. Leona is survived by her loving husband Roy, daughters Lynn Ritchie (Dennis), Denise Dayon, Renee...
Dennis Smolich
Jun 15, 2017
Dennis John Smolich, age 76, of Fridley, passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester (Martha) Smolich & son, Baby Boy Smolich. Dennis is survived by his wife of 52 years, Carol Smolich; children, Jackie (Duane) Shoebridge & Bob (Biana) Smolich; siblings, Diane (Matt) Thompson, Sandra (Kenneth) Erickson; grandchildren, Ian, William &...
Robert Fleek
Jun 14, 2017
Robert Bob Fleek, Age 80 of Brooklyn Park, passed away June 14, 2017. Preceded in death by wife Beverly. Survived by sons, Mark (SanDee), Craig (Lisa), Jeff (Julie); grandchildren, Christopher (Stephanie), Carissa, Tyler, Ryan, Emily, Brad, Jordan and Brianna; great grandchildren, Braden and Riley. Bob was a longtime elevator repairman in Minneapolis. He was always generous with his family and...
Ryan Fick
Jun 14, 2017
Fick, Ryan E, age 42 of Fridley. Passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2017. He is preceded in death by his father, Lynn; and sister Leah. He will be deeply missed by his parents, Arlene & David Linton; grandparents, Bill & Hazel Linton; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Ryan had a good heart and will be missed by all...
Herbert Pearson
Jun 13, 2017
Herbert Peter Pearson was born 12/10/30 and his parents were Signe Albertina Carlson and Peter Runbeck Pearson. When Herbert was four years old his father died and his mother raised him alone in Cannon Falls. Herbert graduated from Cannon Falls High School in 1948 and was active in the drama club. At the age of 17, he attempted to join...
Kenneth Reinking
Jun 12, 2017
Reinking, Kenneth George, age 71 of Columbia Heights. Member of Pipefitters Union 539 and Navy Veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Donald & Regina (Schumacher) Reinking; father in law, Joseph Fitzgerald; survived by wife of 40 years, Jackie; mother in law, Marian B. Fitzgerald; sister & brother in law Karen & David Melanson; nieces, Colleen (Bruce) Bursch, Kathy (Kevin) Smith,...
Joyce Dacko
Jun 12, 2017
Joyce Elaine Dacko, age 89, of Fridley, passed away on Monday, June 12, 2017. She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Dacko & sister, Beverly Fern. Joyce is survived by her children, Dianne (Phillip) Yutko & Mark (Kathy) Dacko; brother, Warren Berg (Carol Landkamer); 2 grandchildren, Dan (Stacy) Dacko and Kelly (Brian) Buffington and 7 great-grandchildren. A time...
Beverly Cherry
Jun 10, 2017
Beverly Ann Cherry, age 68, of Hilltop, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, June 16, 2017, at Mound Cemetery, 3515 69th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, 55430. Cemetery Mound Cemetery 3515 69th Avenue North Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 Friday, June 16, 2017 11:00 AM
Joanne Ranem
Jun 6, 2017
Ranem, Joanne L. age 80 of Fridley, Minnesota went to be with her husband, Ronald Ranem on June 6th, at 9:43 am after a brief battle with cancer. She was with family when she passed. Joanne was born July 12th, 1936 to Ralph and Lydia Pineur of Faribault. She had one brother, Gerald (Athea) Pineur. She moved to Minneapolis just...
Russell Welton
Jun 5, 2017
Russell John Welton "Rusty Jones", age 68 of Fridley, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2017. He was a Marine and a Proud Veteran with three hearts, two of them purple. Survived by his loving dogs, Billy and Brew; daughters, Susan (Lucas) and Nicole; 2 grandchildren, Robert and Gwendolyn; and 6 siblings. Burial will be held at Fort Snelling with...
Mary Mickman
Jun 5, 2017
Lucille (Mary) Mickman Feb. 10, 1926 - June 5, 2017 Lucy completed her amazing, loving journey peacefully after suffering a stroke in the embrace of her family. While completing her RN degree at the U of M she met and married the love of her life John Victor Mickman. Lucy was our family's anchor for 91 years through many travails,...
Diann Loff
Jun 5, 2017
Diann Grace Loff, 85, daughter of Charles W. Koehn and Gertrude E. Koehn (Krueger), died Monday, June 5, 2017, surrounded by her loving family at North Ridge Health and Rehabilitation in New Hope. Diann was born on March 4, 1932 in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Her family moved to Lakefield, Minnesota, where she attended school and was confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran...
Chester Haley
Jun 5, 2017
Haley, Chester "Skip" W., age 65 of Brooklyn Park. Preceded in death by sister, Pat; survived by loving wife of 33 years, Mary; sons, Joel (Jen) VanDenBoom, David (Yanan) VanDenBoom; grandchildren, Myles, Haley, Zack, Jocelyn, Triston, Bo & Hao; sister, Joyce (Warren) Kapsner. Memorial service Sunday 12 PM with a visitation two hours prior at the Miller Funeral Home, 6210...