Obituaries

Janice  R. (JR)  Slama

Janice R. (JR) Slama

Jun 23, 2018

Janice Rita (“JR”) Slama peacefully entered her eternal rest at J.A. Wedum Residential Hospice in Brooklyn Park MN on June 23, 2018 after a fierce battle with dementia.

Born 3/11/1958 to Alvin and Rita (Rohde) Slama in Cavalier ND, JR grew up on a farm in North Dakota. She graduated as Salutatorian of...

Lisa  Melaine Page

Lisa Melaine Page

Jun 22, 2018

Preceded in death by her parents, Beverly (Brown) and David Wescott; brother, Jeff Wescott. Survived by her loving husband, James “Jamie” Page; son, Jonathon and his wife Rachael, Iowa City, IA; and daughter Kristin Page and soon-to-be son in law, Alex German, Plymouth MN; sister Cheryl Wescott Wetsch and husband Bob, Mandan, ND, brother Dean Wescott, St. Paul, MN,...

Paul Schmidt

Paul Schmidt

Jun 21, 2018

Paul R. Schmidt, age 85 of Maple Grove. Preceded in death by wife, Evangeline. Survived by children, George, Richard and Dawn Marie; grandchildren and great grandchildren. Paul retired from the Osseo School District after 37 years as a custodian.

Visitation Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale Chapel Sunday, July 15, 2018 Email Details 3888 West Broadway, Robbinsdale, MN...

Vernon "Vern" H. Walentiny

Vernon "Vern" H. Walentiny

Jun 21, 2018

Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Marguerite “Margie”; parents, Caroline and Theodore; three sisters, Ida, Katherine and Bernice; six brothers, Bill, Hank, Wally, Edmund, Edwin and Raymond. Survived by sons, Joe (Janet) and John (Jeannie) Walentiny; daughters, Mary (Kevin) McAuliffe and Caroline (Jim) Brunelle; grandchildren, Amy (Chris), Denis (Erika), Maddy (Chris), Charlie, Tony, Caleb, Anna,...

Merney  C. Rogman

Merney C. Rogman

Jun 18, 2018

Merney C. Rogman, age 96, of Apple Valley, formerly of Crystal, passed away Monday, June 18, 2018. A sad farewell to Renee’s wonderful 96 year old mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Merney died peacefully yesterday, surrounded by family. She campaigned for Hubert Humphrey as mayor, and taught newly naturalized citizens how to sew as a shop steward in the garment...

Martin  "Marty" Campion

Martin "Marty" Campion

Jun 18, 2018

Martin “Marty” Campion, 84, of St. Louis Park, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, died June 18. Marty is survived by his wife of nearly 30 years, Patricia Bailey Campion; daughter Teresa Anderson (David); daughter Kathy Alberio (Joe); son Marty (Andrea); son Tom (Patty), Jon (Carrie); daughter Patti; son Rick (Heidi); and daughter Amy Schmidt (Rowdy); stepdaughter...

John  "Jack" Ebert

John "Jack" Ebert

Jun 17, 2018

John A. “Jack" Ebert, 87, of Medina, passed away on Father’s Day, June 17, 2018. Jack was the founder of Ebert Construction. He was an avid golfer, woodcarver, stained glass- and leather worker. He was available for anyone who needed help; he was a handyman for anyone. Jack was preceded in death by parents, Albert and Evelyn Ebert; son-in-law,...

Emmie  L. Burton

Emmie L. Burton

Jun 14, 2018

Burton, Emmie L, age 70 of Edina passed away June 14, 2018.  Survived by husband of 42 years, Jim; daughters, Andrea (Derek) Lanz and Stephanie (Carl) Laskowski; grandchildren, Paul and Ivan; sister, Pamela Wolters; brother-in-law, John Burton; and sister-in-law, Mary (Alain) Kahil.  Emmie was a member of the Morningside Woman’s Club; and the Ladies Walking Club.  She...

Paul Sommers

Paul Sommers

Jun 14, 2018

Paul A. Sommers age 57 of Golden Valley. Paul was an inspiration to those who knew him. He had many physical and mental challenges through his life and he faced them with courage and determination. He loved blues music, especially Stevie Ray Vaughn, enjoyed Italian food, and loved to do things with his family. We will remember him for...

Steven  M. Elmshauser

Steven M. Elmshauser

Jun 11, 2018

Steven M. Elmshauser, age 69 of Golden Valley. Steven Michael Elmshauser served his nation during the Vietnam War where he received a Purple Heart for injuries received during combat. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gwendolyn (Williamson) & Reuben Elmshauser. Survived by his loving wife, Beverly (Swanson) Elmshauser; children, Erik Elmshauser & Elyssa (David) Wanek; grandchildren, KaiMana Miyashiro,...

Mary  Jane Thell

Mary Jane Thell

Jun 10, 2018

Mary Jane Max was born August 3, 1932 to Mike and Barbara Max and raised in Golden Valley, MN. After finishing high school and some training at Minneapolis Vocational school, she went to work as an accounting clerk, eventually for Metro Goldwyn Mayer, downtown Minneapolis, where she met her future husband, Linus. They were married at Good Shepherd Catholic...

Andrew  M. Beddor

Andrew M. Beddor

Jun 9, 2018

Andrew Michael Beddor age 34 of Plymouth, MN. Andrew, born March 27, 1984, died unexpectedly June 9, 2018. Andrew was a creative and compassionate soul. He was loyal, supportive and loving to all those who knew and loved him.  He was passionate about many things but especially good food and good friends. The relationships that he formed and the...

Richard  H. Nathe

Richard H. Nathe

Jun 8, 2018

Richard Henry Nathe, 73, of St. Louis Park, MN passed away on June 8, 2018 after a battle with cancer.

Richard was born in Sauk Centre, MN on May 25, 1945.  He graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 1963 and later went on to Dunwoody Institute where he completed training to become a machinist.

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Alvin  E. Hedlund

Alvin E. Hedlund

Jun 8, 2018

Hedlund, Alvin E., age 91 of Crystal passed away 6/8/18.  Preceded in death by parents, John and Ida Hedlund; brother, Gordon; first wife, Beatrice; and daughter, Victoria.  Survived by wife, Helen; daughters, Jennifer Hedlund, Teresa (Terry) Coleman, Nancy (Terry) Bukosky; and son, Alan Hedlund; and granddaughter, Samantha.  Al served in the US Navy from 1944 thru 1946.  He retired...

Roman Utecht

Roman Utecht

Jun 7, 2018

Roman J. Utecht, age 92 of Osseo, formerly Crystal. He was preceded in death by wife Frances, son Stanley and daughter Ruth. Roman is survived by daughter Sheryl (Tim), son Tom (Cara), daughter Judy and daughter-in-law Rebecca; grandchildren Alex, Amanda (Andrey), Heather (John), Tim, Matthew, Amelia and Alicia; great grandsons Roman and Vincent; brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews....

Robert  J. Cain

Robert J. Cain

Jun 6, 2018

Robert J. Cain, age 68 of Minneapolis, MN passed away Wednesday June 6, 2018 after a long and challenging struggle with cancer. A large and loving family as well as many friends will remember him for his gentle and sweet nature. Rob’s family expresses gratitude to the caring and compassionate staff at The Estates of Fridley. Funeral services will...

Ruth  C Julseth

Ruth C Julseth

Jun 4, 2018

Survived by husband, Gudmund Julseth; children, Donald (Debbie) Julseth, Linda (Paul) Barli; Eric (Heather) Julseth; grandson, Damon John Gudmund Barli; sister, Loretta (Steve) Bye. Preceded in death by mother, Irella Patterson Bjorlo; father, Peter Bjorlo. Ruth was a devoted Catholic throughout her life and rests in peace with the Lord.

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Marguerite "Marnie" Ella (Jencks)  Hoeger

Marguerite "Marnie" Ella (Jencks) Hoeger

Jun 3, 2018

Hoeger (Jencks)

Marguerite “Marnie” Ella, formerly of Medicine Lake, died peacefully in New Brighton, MN on June 3, 2018 at the age of 106.  Preceded in death by husbands, John Nelson and Frank Hoeger; son, Robert E. Nelson; parents, Louis LeRoy Jencks and Bertha May Gass; siblings, Ardith Anderson, Burdette “Bud” Jencks, and Everyl Nelson Hulet.  Survived...

Thomas  M. FitzPatrick

Thomas M. FitzPatrick

Jun 3, 2018

Survived by sons, Curtis and Charles; brother, Tim FitzPatrick and his wife, Judy Hovanes; sister, Maureen Murphy and her husband, David; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Norbert and Margaret FitzPatrick. Tom was a graduate of Rochester Mayo High School and a Golden Gopher football player at the U of M from 1976-80.  He had worked as...

William Bremer

William Bremer

Jun 2, 2018

William E. Bremer, age 71 of Wayzata passed away suddenly on June 2, 2018. He is survived by wife, Oann; brother, Jim Bremer and his wife, Bebe; nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by brother, Jon Bremer. Graveside service 11 AM Thursday, June 7th at Summit Park Cemetery, 500 Wayzata Blvd W., Wayzata.

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