Obituaries

Caroline  J. Lien

Caroline J. Lien

Jan 24, 2021

Caroline J. Lien, 83, of Champlin, passed away January 24, 2021.

She was preceded in death by husband, Rondo; parents, Herman and Louise (Fries) Panning; siblings, Floyd Panning, Virgil Panning, Sylvia Vorlicek and Barb Goetzman.

Caroline is survived by daughters, Sheree Shoebottom, Marsha Borchardt and Audra Rosenfeld; eight grandchildren, Brie, Adrea, Chad, Britt, Stephanie, Erin,...

Frances Theisen

Frances Theisen

Jan 24, 2021

Frances “Fran” (Hagemann) Theisen, age 92 of New Hope, passed away on January 24 th , 2021. Fran was born in St. Joseph, Minnesota and graduated from South High School in Minneapolis. She spent many hours volunteering through the years. She volunteered at North Memorial Hospital giving out communion to patients. She volunteered at Caring and Sharing Hands and...

Dang  Quang Ngo

Dang Quang Ngo

Jan 22, 2021

Dang Ngo, age 85, of Savage, MN passed away on January 22, 2021.

A child of Christ who always took time to pray and attend Mass. Dang was both a teacher and a “life-long learner”, who loved to educate himself by reading.

He will be greatly missed by his wife, Josephine Nguyen; children, Quan (Oanh)...

Dolores  Jane Maki

Dolores Jane Maki

Jan 20, 2021

Dolores J. Maki (Dee, Big Gram and the bowling Granny) Age 92, of Maple Grove.

Our beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend passed away peacefully at home on January 20, 2021 surrounded by her family.

Dee was born  in January 1928 in McKeesport, PA.  She moved to Minnesota in 1950 after she met and married...

Gerald  Bernard Reger

Gerald Bernard Reger

Jan 20, 2021

Reger, Gerald Bernard, age 84, of Garrison, passed away January 20, 2021. Preceded in death by siblings and their spouses, Al & Billie, Gordon & Irene, Tom & Betty, Marvin, Cliff and James Reger, and Rita and Jerry Snell. Survived by his children, Karen (Steve) Titze, David, Sheryl (Paul) Seifert and Kelly; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild. Visitation Friday, January...

Martha  Marie Smith

Martha Marie Smith

Jan 19, 2021

Martha was raised in Utica/Shelby Township, Michigan. She graduated from Utica High School in 1997 and Michigan State University in 2000. Martha's career was spent in Merchandising Management as a retail buyer and in product development and sales; she spent 18 years working in wholesale children's shoes.

Martha was amiable, energetic, spiritual, athletic and career-driven. She was...

Marilyn  Jeanette McMurray

Marilyn Jeanette McMurray

Jan 18, 2021

Marilyn Jeanette McMurray, age 86, of Robbinsdale passed away on January 18, 2021.

Preceded in death by husband, Ronald; and son, Scott; and her 9 siblings.

Survived by son, Brad (Patricia); grandchildren, Brandi, Melissa, Julie, Mia; 6 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Family was always her first priority, especially spending...

Ann Svensson

Ann Svensson

Jan 18, 2021

On January 18th, 2021 Ann Svensson, loving mother and grandmother went home at age 70.

Ann was born on March 14, 1950 in Blooming Prairie, MN to Mary and Ernest Christianson. In addition to starting and owning a restaurant she worked as a page at the MN state capitol and volunteered at home free women’s...

Paula  Irene Burton

Paula Irene Burton

Jan 17, 2021

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Paula Irene Morales was born March 7 th , 1953.  She was the 3 rd born of 8 to Katherine and Nicolas Morales.  Paula married her teenage sweetheart, Vernon George Burton on July 24 th , 1971, making her –Paula Irene Burton.

Paula became a proud mom for...

James  "Jim" Bogucki

James "Jim" Bogucki

Jan 17, 2021

James "Jim" "Boguck" Bogucki, age 65 of Robbinsdale, passed away 1/17/21. Jim had a wonderful life as a student, athlete and was well liked. Unfortunately he then struggled with alcoholism which negatively affected his lifelong dreams. Preceded in death by parents, John and Betty.

Survived by brother John “Jack”; nephews, Paul and John; and other family and...

Mary  Katherine Hughes

Mary Katherine Hughes

Jan 16, 2021

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Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Duane “Red” and daughter, Ann Marie.

Survived by her children, Kathy Lee, David (Nancy) Hughes, Michael (Mary) Hughes, Patricia (Rod) Pavlak, Daniel Hughes and Jeffery Hughes; grandchildren, Jessica, Aaron, Derek, Theresa, Kristine, Elise, David, Michael, Kari and Katie; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters,...

Virginia  Mary Smith

Virginia Mary Smith

Jan 16, 2021

Virginia Mary Smith, age 99, of New Hope (formerly of Northome, MN and Sun City, AZ), born Sept. 15, 1921 died on January 16, 2021 from congestive heart failure.

Preceded in death by husband, Lloyd J. Smith.

Survived by daughters, Connie Rogers and Susan Fedorko; and son, Steve Smith....

Amelia  R. Brown

Amelia R. Brown

Jan 16, 2021

If you wish only to view Amelia's service, please use the livestream option provided above. If perchance the livestream of the service is interrupted, please be assured that the service is also being recorded and will be available for viewing within the same window as soon as possible following her service.

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Charles  Frederick Richter

Charles Frederick Richter

Jan 16, 2021

Charles F. Richter, age 86, passed away peacefully January 16, 2021. Born in Bird Island, MN. Former resident of New Hope and Champlin, MN.

Survived by his wife of 63 years, Mary Kay; children, Amy (Bill) La Grange, Patrick Richter, Anne Richter, Teresa (Drew) Johnson & John (Allison) Richter; grandchildren, Stephen (Kelsi), Michelle...

Thomas  Patrick Gangelhoff

Thomas Patrick Gangelhoff

Jan 16, 2021

Thomas Patrick Gangelhoff, age 51, of Cokato, MN passed away on January 15, 2021.

Tom was born on September 9, 1969, in Minneapolis, MN. He is survived by mother, Donna; siblings, Diane (Dennis) Derdoski, Mark, John (Joyce), Judy (Don) Barry, Matthew (Debbie), Nancy, David (Leslie Russell), Steven, Cathy (Brian) Schmid, Sandy, and Chris; and many nieces, nephews,...

Lorraine  A. Drews

Lorraine A. Drews

Jan 15, 2021

Lorraine A. Drews, of Plymouth, passed away Jan. 15, 2021 at the age of 92.

Preceded in death by husband, Erwin; infant daughter, Diane; parents, Andrew and Florence; brother, Alex Marketon.

Survived by sister, Catherine Schmidt; sister-in-law, Shirley Marketon; many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be...

Clarence  Joseph (Shorty)  Hynes

Clarence Joseph (Shorty) Hynes

Jan 14, 2021

Clarence Joseph (Shorty) Hynes

Clarence died peacefully on January 14 at noon. He was 95 years old and living with his wife, Bernice, at St. Therese at Oxbow in Brooklyn Park.

He was a charming, high- energy husband and father, brother and son. Clarence loved the outdoors: hunting, walking,...

Mary  T. Popp

Mary T. Popp

Jan 14, 2021

Age 96 of Anoka, formerly of Crystal.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Arnold; sons, David, Tony and Kenny; great-grandson, Charles Jenness; seven sisters and brothers.

Survived by her children, Mindy Carlson, Arnie Popp, Mike Popp, Cathy (Ed) Klenotich and Terri (John) Crudo; 15 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Jansen; brother, Tony Jansen; nieces...

Frederick  W. Webber

Frederick W. Webber

Jan 13, 2021

The livestream of Frederick's service will be available beginning at 10:30 AM on Saturday, February 27th and remain online for 90 days thereafter.

Frederick W. Webber, 82, of Medina, died Jan. 13, 2021,  of COVID-19. Grew up in the Victory neighborhood of north Minneapolis. Attended St. Bridget’s Grade School, St. Thomas Military Academy...

Andrew  Michael Forsberg

Andrew Michael Forsberg

Jan 13, 2021

Andrew Michael Forsberg, age 35, beloved son & brother, died unexpectedly on January 13, 2021.

Born in Bemidji, MN on August 15, 1985. Andrew attended the University of Minnesota and was pursuing a bachelors degree in history. He was a charismatic conversationalist who shared his interests in all things law, history, research, cooking, and trivia. Andy was...