Obituaries

Brandon  Michael Elmberg

Brandon Michael Elmberg

Jul 4, 2021

Brandon Michael Elmberg, age 28, formerly of North Minneapolis passed away unexpectedly on July 4 th , 2021.  Brandon was a warrior, very strong and brave.  He loved his family.  Brandon was preceded in death by brother, Christian Michael Medeiros.  He is survived by son, Liam Michael Elmberg; mother, Michelle Elmberg; father, Dean Elmberg; siblings, Stephanie Elmberg, Johnny Medeiros...

Howard  R. Finnigan

Howard R. Finnigan

Jul 4, 2021

Finnigan, Howard R. of Minnetonka died July 4th, 2021 at the age of 95.

Preceded in death by wife, Adelaide (Christenson) Finnigan; and brother, Donald Finnigan.

Survived by daughters, Mary Kay (Rick) Negaard and Judy Lee (Dan) MacKinnon;

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Martha  M. Wilson

Martha M. Wilson

Jul 3, 2021

Age 94 of Plymouth.  Survived by her children, George (Mary) Wilson, Howard (Susan) Wilson and Elaine (Alan) Tulving; grandchildren, Elizabeth Wilson, Rebecca (Eric) Ziegler, Christopher (Mandy) Wilson, Matthew (Isabel) Wilson and Erik Tulving; great-grandchildren, Jennifer and Cecilia Ziegler, Dominic and James Wilson; brother, Noel Moen.  Preceded in death by her husband, Charles J. Wilson; daughter, Caryl Ann Wilson; parents,...

Dolores  Clarice Coleman

Dolores Clarice Coleman

Jul 1, 2021

Survived by former husband, Charles Coleman; children, Donna Jean Heesch, Robert (Darlene) Coleman, Chrystine (Jerry) Faucher, David Coleman, Stephanie Coleman; many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren; siblings, John, Martin (Dorothy) and Alana Stewart; cousin, Joan (Ray) Rankin.

Preceded in death by daughter, Laura LaVine; sister, Sharon; parents, Clarence and Jean Stewart.

Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights....

Peter  T. Buecher

Peter T. Buecher

Jun 30, 2021

Peter "Pete" T. Buecher age 61 of St. Louis Park.

Pete was a longtime boys and girls swim coach at Roseville and Orono High Schools, the Metro Marlins Swim Team and numerous club teams in the metro area.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Margaret and Maurice Buecher.

Peter...

Marilyn  Mae Gustafson

Marilyn Mae Gustafson

Jun 29, 2021

Marilyn Mae (Newton)  Gustafson, 93 years old. Our beloved mother died peacefully at her daughter’s home with family at her bedside on June 29, 2021. She survived Covid one year before, but it further damaged her lungs and she died of respiratory failure.

Marilyn was born on December 31, 1927, in Webster, WI, to Barney and Effie...

Daniel "Dan" A. Sheck,  Jr.

Daniel "Dan" A. Sheck, Jr.

Jun 29, 2021

Daniel A. “Dan” Sheck, Jr. age 79, of Robbinsdale, passed away June 29, 2021 from multiple causes in Robbinsdale, MN.

He was preceded in death by daughter, Jeannine; granddaughter, Rachel; parents, Dan and Helen; brother, Duane; sister, Darlene.

Dan is survived by wife, Mary Ann; children, Brian (Julie), Denise (Dan) and Diane (Dennis); 14 grandchildren;...

Stephen  Arthur Flygare

Stephen Arthur Flygare

Jun 28, 2021

Stephen Arthur Flygare, age 74, of Plymouth, MN, died peacefully in his sleep after a year long illness.

Stephen was born in 1947 in Minneapolis. After graduating from Washburn High School and St. Cloud State University, he had a career as a newspaper sportswriter.

He is survived by life mate, Ann Prudoehl, sister, Jane Lantz...

Dorothy Jurek

Dorothy Jurek

Jun 26, 2021

Dorothy Jurek, age 87 of New Hope passed away June 26, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, Robert Jurek; parents, George and Josephine (Milczark) Kaspszak. Survived by daughter, Kelly Pearson (Philip); granddaughter, Ashley Pearson; grandson, Antony Pearson; brother, David Kaspszak (Joan) and granddog, Sparky. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday 6/29 at St. Joseph...

Barbara  J. Faber

Barbara J. Faber

Jun 26, 2021

Faber, Barbara J. age 75 of Maple Grove, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2021.

Preceded in death by husband, Robert.

Survived by children, Michelle Faber (Rodney Davidson), David Faber (Mahlon Martin) and Elizabeth Faber, Stacy Davidson; grandchildren, Stefanie (Mike) Middendorf, Brandon, Grace, Gabrielle, Preston, Austin and Kristen; great grandchildren, Olivia and Robby; brother, David...

Veronica  H. Commers

Veronica H. Commers

Jun 25, 2021

Veronica H. Commers, age 93 of Minneapolis, formerly Ham Lake, passed away June 25, 2021.

Preceded in death by husband John A. Commers; parents John and Hedwig Krokus; brother Raymond; sister Leona; brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law Richard & Lorey Commers, Eugene & Jane Commers, Edward and Kay Commers.

Survived by niece Nancy (Jim) Schuld; great nieces...

Ralph  E. Hedman

Ralph E. Hedman

Jun 25, 2021

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Hedman, Ralph E., age 80 of Plymouth passed away 6/25/21 after a brief illness.  Preceded in death by infant son, James Thomas; parents, Einar and Helen Hedman.  Survived by wife of 59 years, Sharon; children, Michael (Sharon), Patrick, Susan (Joseph) Koch and Peter; 4 granchildren, Joel, Fr. Paul, Stephen and Serena; brother,...

David  Keith Olson

David Keith Olson

Jun 24, 2021

David Olson, age 72, of Plymouth, Minnesota died peacefully at home on June 24, 2021, after a courageous four-year battle with cancer. Dave was born in Bottineau, North Dakota. His parents, Ingwall and Mae Olson, raised their family of 4 children in the small town of Souris, ND. Dave grew up working in the John Deere Implement shop where...

Barbara Wills

Barbara Wills

Jun 24, 2021

Wills, Barbara J. born Apr. 18, 1960 Minneapolis, MN; passed away June 24, 2021, Brooklyn Park, MN. Preceded in death by her father Eugene Wills and nephew Henry Wills. Barb will be deeply missed by her family, Mom (Virginia), and siblings: Linda (John) Kotzer, Tom, Debbie (Tom) Margotto, Mary Kay (Ron) Luethmers, Mike (Cindy), Joe (Christy), nieces and nephews,...

Jeanne  Margaret Nelson

Jeanne Margaret Nelson

Jun 23, 2021

Jeanne passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on 6/23/21. Her passions included world travel and devoting herself to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She considered being a homemaker and matriarch a privilege, bringing excellence and grace to every facet of family life.

While she missed her favorite travel companion Jim, she continued adventuring and learning...

Kathleen  A. Duggan

Kathleen A. Duggan

Jun 23, 2021

Duggan, Kathleen A.

age 91 of Mt. Olivet Careview, formerly of Edina.

Preceded in death by parents, John and Mary Ellen “Mae” Duggan; siblings, William, Robert, John, Richard, William and Mary Jean.

Survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Kathleen was born and raised on the family farm that was located...

Adam  Christopher Suhr

Adam Christopher Suhr

Jun 23, 2021

Adam Christopher Suhr, age 26, of Plymouth, passed away June 23, 2021.

He was born in Minneapolis, MN, and a graduate of Wayzata High School. He worked as an auto mechanic and spent a lot of his free time hunting and fishing. Adam was always able to find his path in life.

Survived by parents,...

Gary Specker

Gary Specker

Jun 22, 2021

With a very wide range of talents and interests, Gary read avidly and traveled broadly. He was an enthusiastic adventurer, especially in an RV with his wife of 57 years, and particularly to Alaska. He was an accomplished lifelong runner, completing 25 marathons. Gary was a longtime member of Plymouth Congregational Church, and a devotedly curious seeker of spiritual...

John  Patrick O'Rourke  Jr.

John Patrick O'Rourke Jr.

Jun 21, 2021

JOHN PATRICK ‘PAT” O’ROURKE

The unforgettable Irishman, John Patrick O’Rourke, Jr., born on St Patrick’s Day March 17 th , 1936, entered heavenly peace on June 21,2021. Pat grew up in St. Louis Park, MN, and graduated from St. Louis Park High School in 1954.  Pat was the ultimate commercial paper salesman where he was...

Erika Marie De Salvatore

Erika Marie De Salvatore

Jun 21, 2021

Erika De Salvatore, age 43, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021, held lovingly by her friends and family.

She grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania, where she was raised by her heroes, Grandpa Ed and Grandma Carmella. Erika went on to pursue her passion in fashion and visual merchandising, and began her journey at the Fashion Institute...