Obituaries

Marlene Kelly

Marlene Kelly

Dec 6, 2021

Marlene Kelly age 83 of New Hope passed away December 6, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Preceded in death by her husband, Tom; parents, Leonard and Kathleen Lang; sister, Catherine Lang; brother, Lenny Lang. She is loved and will be deeply missed by her 5 children, Michael (Jill), Patrick (Jenny), Peggy (Jeff) Hough, Mary (Greg) Lang, Jennifer (Joe)...

Franz  Christof Gehring

Franz Christof Gehring

Dec 6, 2021

Franz Christof Gehring, age 83 of Plymouth., passed away at home December 6, 2021.

He is survived by daughter, Christina Gehring and son, Carsten Gehring. Also survived by brother, Lindhorst Gehring.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Friday, December 10 at the Church of The Holy Name of Jesus, 155 Cty Rd. 24, Medina.  Visitation...

Donald  Allan Christopherson

Donald Allan Christopherson

Dec 4, 2021

Donald Allan Christopherson, age 88, lived a life of public service, serving the people of the US & our military veterans for 38 years. Born in Minot, ND, the son of two teachers from farms nearby who brought public education to the Dakotas beginning in the 1930s. Don is the oldest of eight children and lived in at least...

Edwin  M. James

Edwin M. James

Dec 4, 2021

Again, it is with heavy hearts, deep lamentation, and immeasurable grief and sorrow, we are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved husband, brother, father, son and a true friend, Edwin M. James II. This sad event occurred on Saturday, December 4 th , 2021, at Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN USA.

Edwin is survived...

Carmen del Rosario Yaguaro Soto

Carmen del Rosario Yaguaro Soto

Dec 3, 2021

Carmen del Rosario Yaguaro Soto, age 68 of Valencia, Venezuela and Plymouth.

Preceded in death by husband, José Vera Ramirez.

Survived by her children, Joangela, Johana and husband David, Hilda and husband, Chris and José Angel; grandchildren, Ivana, Lorenzo and Mackenzie; sister, Milagros Yaguaro.

Visitation Monday 4:00-8:00 PM at Gearty-Delmore Plymouth...

Peter Milton Hayek

Peter Milton Hayek

Dec 3, 2021

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Peter Milton Hayek, age 64, of Robbinsdale, MN passed away on December 3, 2021 after a courageous battle with dementia.

Peter was a talented musician, professional hockey player and dog lover. Peter was proud of his 30+ years of sobriety, loved to laugh and cherished his...

Dale  J. Abbe

Dale J. Abbe

Dec 3, 2021

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Dale J. Abbe, age 72 of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, went to be with his Lord on December 3, 2021, surrounded by the love of his family. His was known for his faith and his devotion to family. His wit and sense of humor will be missed.

Dale received his...

Florence  Virginia Pajerski

Florence Virginia Pajerski

Dec 2, 2021

Flo was born in Minneapolis to Louis and Linnea Pajerski. She graduated from Washburn High School in 1962. She was very proud of her 40+ year career at Nick’s Fish Market in Chicago. In retirement, she moved back to MN to enjoy time with family and made many new friends at Silver Creek Senior Living, where she became the...

Richard  Michael Besch

Richard Michael Besch

Dec 2, 2021

Richard (Dick) M. Besch, age 77, of Golden Valley was called home to our God on December 2, 2021.

Richard is survived by his loving wife, Dianne (Janisch), of 55 years; children Thomas Besch (Julie), Christine Roberts, Anne Besch; grandchildren Aleeta Vizard, Wesley Roberts; Grant and Alex Besch and great-grandson Jonah; siblings Gary...

Janet  R. Swanson

Janet R. Swanson

Dec 1, 2021

Janet R. Swanson, 71, of Brooklyn Park, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021.

Janet was a longtime, active member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Brooklyn Center, serving as Parish Council President, chair of the Parish Finance Committee and being very active with the Fun Fest.

She is survived by husband, Don; son, Dennis Secara....

Joanne  Marie (nee Faber)  Pouliot

Joanne Marie (nee Faber) Pouliot

Dec 1, 2021

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David  D. Holm

David D. Holm

Dec 1, 2021

David Downing Holm

Born November 19, 1958, in Minneapolis, MN, passed away December 1, 2021 at the age of 63, surrounded by family.

Beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. Warm and kind, with a quick smile and greeting that made everyone he met feel special. Dave was an avid outdoorsman with a zest for life...

Beverly  P. Matzka

Beverly P. Matzka

Dec 1, 2021

Beverly P. Matzka

Love of life didn’t come to  an end with her death, Beverly passed away Wed., Dec. 1, 2021 at the age of 85 surrounded by her loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Beverly had a passion for gardening, shopping, cooking and being generous to...

Robert  Joseph Schoenecker

Robert Joseph Schoenecker

Nov 30, 2021

Robert  J. (Bob) Schoenecker, age 87, of Edina, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home November 30, 2021.

Bob attended Dunwoody Trade School for carpentry, which became his life’s work.

He is survived by wife Marianne; sons Patrick (Anne) & Paul (Liz) Schoenecker; daughter Jean (Michael) Thompson; grandchildren Abigail, Molly (Jake), Michael, James, Claire,...

Alice  Nadine Marsnik

Alice Nadine Marsnik

Nov 30, 2021

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Alice Nadine Chamberlain Marsnik, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend,  died at home November, 30, 2021. In her last weeks, she expressed that her greatest wish was to spend the end of her life surrounded by her beloved children, grandchildren, friends,...

Richard  "Dick" Balkus

Richard "Dick" Balkus

Nov 30, 2021

**A recording of Richard's Memorial Service will be uploaded in the box below shortly after the conclusion of the service**

Richard “Dick” Balkus, age 80 of Fridley, passed away 11/30/2021. Preceded in death by parents, John and Edith Balkus.

Survived by wife, Nadene; daughters, Jody (Ryan) Farr and Brenna Balkus; grandson Ryken Farr;...

RoseMary  L. Borgen

RoseMary L. Borgen

Nov 29, 2021

RoseMary Borgen, of St. Louis Park, age 90, passed away on November 29 at the Lyngblomsten Care Community in St. Paul. Rosie was born to parents Vincent and Veronica Witschen in St. Cloud MN on April 25, 1931. She graduated from St. Cloud Cathedral High School and married Adolph Borgen in 1952 at Holy Angels Catholic Church in St....

Edward  Allen Anderson

Edward Allen Anderson

Nov 29, 2021

Edward Allen Anderson August 12, 1930 To November 29, 2021

Ed Anderson passed away from natural causes at the age of 91. Ed was a life-long learner, actively curious about the world around him, a critical thinker with a keen sense of humor. He was best known for his pioneering role in Minnesota’s birth of...

Hildegarde  C Palo

Hildegarde C Palo

Nov 28, 2021

On November 28, 2021, Mom, Hildegarde C. Palo, finally got into the car with Dad, Rudy Palo, and sped off to heaven. We were not surprised that she made Dad wait, but only by the length of it. When we—Reed Palo, Anne Kline, and Stephen Palo—were growing up Mom always was the last in the Dodge Dart Swinger when...

Ruth  M. Caron

Ruth M. Caron

Nov 28, 2021

Caron, Ruth M. Caron, age 93, a life-long resident of New Hope, died peacefully on November 28, 2021.

She was preceded in death by sons Wayne and Dan Caron, and grandson Matt.

Ruth is survived by children Dick (Celia) Caron, Linda (Larry) Stull, Jack (Denise) Caron, & Ron (Shelly) Caron; 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren,...