Obituaries
Joyce Ann Lopez
Jul 22, 2025
Joyce Ann Lopez. Age 50. After a short battle with cancer. Preceded in death by her grandmother, Bentura Rodriguez. Joyce is survived by her loving husband Kyle Gilats, her mother Ambrosia Lopez, her cats Mocha and Kaja, a large extended family, and a clutch of close-knit friends. Joyce grew up in St. Paul. She attended Highland Park Senior High, Hamline...
Susan Delgado-Espinosa
Jul 21, 2025
Susan Delgado went to be with her Lord in the early morning hours of Monday, July 21, 2025. She passed away peacefully in her sleep. She was the fourth eldest of her siblings. She loved her children as well as grandchildren with her entire heart, and would often exceed going above and beyond to take care of them. She was...
Ronald Francis Nalepinski
Jul 16, 2025
Ronald Francis Nalepinski, 85, of Edina, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on July 16, 2025, after complications related to bladder cancer. He had recently celebrated his 85th birthday surrounded by those he loved most.
Ron was born on July 12, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to William (Bill) and Marcella (Marcy) Nalepinski. After growing up in Wisconsin and proudly serving four...
Carole Lillian Schmidt
Jun 30, 2025
Carole L. (nee Hendrickson) Schmidt passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025.
Carole retired from University of St. Thomas Dining Services after 30-plus years of service.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 59 years George.
She is survived by children Wendy, Sue Bonniwell, Patty (Tom) Leier, Rick (Jamie), Tom, Mike(Ann), Karen (Marv Stoltz), Mary (Wayne) Moe, and Steve (Chanda);...
Linda Ann Brausen
Jun 28, 2025
Linda Ann Brausen, age 77, of Woodbury, Minnesota, passed away on June 28, 2025. She was born on April 9, 1948, in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Linda graduated from Monroe High School in St. Paul and spent much of her career as a Paraprofessional with Saint Paul Public Schools, where she dedicated herself to supporting children with special needs.Known for her generous...
Michael J. Schultz
Jun 21, 2025
Michael J Schultz, Age 83, of St. Paul, MN, passed away June 21, 2025. He is a part of the Monroe High School Class of 1959. Michael retired from Burlington Northern after a long career with the railroad. Preceded in death by parents, John and Ida; wife, Elizabeth (Liz); brother, Fred. Survived by brother, Larry (Kathy); children, Jeff (Jackie), Doug...
Vera L Wilson
Jun 17, 2025
Vera Louise Wilson (age 61) passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025. She was born on February 28, 1964 in Saint Paul, MN to Burton Wilson and Jeanne Keenan.
She lived at home with her mom and step-dad (Dennis Kennen) for 37 years and later on moved to Rem Edgemont where she lived out her remaining years. She also attended Midwest...
James F Paulsen
Jun 15, 2025
James F. Paulsen (age 45) of Saint Paul, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025. He was born on January 4 in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Jim was truly living his best life. He had recently celebrated two years of sobriety and was the happiest he had ever been. His family was incredibly proud of the strength, joy, and growth he had...
Evelyn K. Vannett
Jun 15, 2025
Evelyn K Vannett (Krych) passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025. She was born in Little Falls, MN, to Stanley and Mary Krych (Pulak) on October 30, 1931. She was the sister to three younger brothers.
Evelyn moved to Saint Paul in the 1950s and worked for Fire and Marine insurance company until she met her husband Marvin Vannett and raised...
Juli Prokop-Knutson
Jun 8, 2025
Juli Prokop Knutson passed away suddenly on June 8, 2025, just a few short months after retiring from her longtime role at Dakota County. She was 65.
Juli was born on January 14, 1960, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Thomas Prokop and Charlene (Pourrier) Jerue. She spent her life in the Twin Cities area, raising her children, building a career, and...
John Fonseca, Sr
Jun 7, 2025
John Fonseca Sr. died peacefully in his West St. Paul home, surrounded by loved ones, on June 7, 2025. He was 87 years old.
On June 24, 1937, John was born in Saint Paul to parents Annie (Rodarte) and Joseph Fonseca. At the age of 20, John enlisted into the United States Marine Corps. He served his time at Camp Pendleton...
Glen L Launderville Jr.
Jun 2, 2025
Glen L. Launderville Jr. (age 81) passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Dolores Launderville.
He is survived by his siblings Ralph Launderville, Jerome Launderville, Joanne Clark, Cheryl Launderville, and Tery Launderville; many nieces and nephews.
There will be a graveside service at Calvary Cemetery (753 Front Ave, St Paul, MN 55103) on...
Brooks Allen Butler
May 22, 2025
Dr. Brooks Butler was a dedicated and compassionate healer who passed away peacefully at home on May 22, 2025, at the age of 86 due to kidney disease.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Grace Butler; his brother, David (Barbara); and his niece, Jill Butler.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Sandi (née Evavold);...
Helen J Woodford
May 4, 2025
In loving memory of Helen J Woodford (Nee Cooley)
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we announce the passing of Helen J. Woodford (Nee Cooley) who departed this world peacefully on May 4, 2025, at the age of 73.
Helen was the heart of her family, a steady presence of warmth, wisdom, and unconditional love.
Born March 19,...
Barbara Jo "Black Barb" Post
May 4, 2025
Barbara Jo “Black Barb” Post (age 84) passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her brother John
She is survived by her son Russell A. Post Jr.
Barb was an amazing human and the best mother anyone could ask for.
Sean Michael McGrath
Apr 26, 2025
Sean Michael McGrath, beloved father, brother, and grandfather passed away in his home on April 26, 2025. He was 75 years old.
Born Sean Louis Salisbury on March 23, 1950 in St. Paul, Minnesota; Sean lived in the St. Paul area for most of his life and, due to family circumstances, eventually changed his name to Sean Michael McGrath. He was...
John Joseph Kensy
Apr 24, 2025
John Kensy (age 87) of Woodbury, MN passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025. John brought joy to many through his strong sense of humor – he enjoyed telling jokes and sharing stories with his family and friends, and especially enjoyed making others laugh. He was known for his sweet and gentle demeanor and love of sports, especially golf. His...
Doris J Loftus
Apr 23, 2025
Doris J. Loftus (age 92) of Rosemount, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 23, 2025. She was born on October 19, 1932, in New Auburn, WI.
She was preceded in death by her husband James Gordon Loftus; parents Reuben and Gertrude Halvorson; and sister Dolly Shelland.
Doris is survived by her sister Donna Berg of Arden Hills; brother Ronnie...
Patricia Schuler
Apr 22, 2025
Patricia E. (nee Mullany) Schuler passed Away on 22 April 2025. Born on 07/29/1938 in Hastings, MN to Patrick C. & Signa B, Mullany (Odegard).
Preceded in death by parents and former husband, William S, Schuler, and longtime companion, Ron (Mort) Marston.
Survived by beloved son, Army Lt. Col (Retired) Eric Patrick Schuler and wife Soohyun Kim, Alexandria VA., first husband Ray...
Craig Smith
Apr 22, 2025
Craig Steven “Smitty” Smith “Mayor of West 7th” passed away on April 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Mary Smith; brothers Jerry Gilles, and Mike Ricketson.
He is survived by his four legged companion Killer; family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favorite charity in his honor.
There will be a visitation...
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