Obituaries

Jan 28, 2013

Shirley was born August 4, 1921 in Worcester, MA. to Aaron and Lillian Barrett. She died January 28, 2013 in Inver Grove Heights, MN.

Jan 26, 2013

Dick passed away after a long struggle with health issues. He is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Evelyn "Bobbie" and his sons, Daniel and John and many other relatives and dear friends. He will be remembered and missed for his playful spirit and generosity in helping others. Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 11am at...

Jan 26, 2013

Lee, Glenn A. Lt. Col. USA (Ret.) Glenn A. Lee , 95, of Saint Paul, passed away January 26, 2013. Glenn was born on the East Side of Saint Paul. He graduated from Harding High and attended the University of Georgia and George Washington University. He was a career Army officer, and worked for Global Associates and Dillingham Corporation after...

Jan 26, 2013

Michele Marie Mars Born to Forrest & Carole (Wheeler)Mars February 9, 1959 in Saint Paul, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by both her parents, her brother Glen. Michele is survived by step-mother Carolyn Mars; brothers Gordon & Gary Mars and sister Melissa Mars; nephews Remo Mattson & Antonio Contreras; Aunts & Uncles Yvonne Soto, Gerald Wheeler, Joan Wheeler, Dale...

Jan 25, 2013

Haanen Paul V Sr. 69 of St Paul Preceded in death by father Paul; brother Terrance. Survived by children Michelle (Tom) Leibel, Michael, Stacy, Paul Jr., Christy; 7 grandchildren; sister Sharon Blaiser; brother Robert (Shirley); mother Ruth Kropelnicki; many other relatives and friends. Mass of Christen Burial 10:30 Friday at Little Sisters of the Poor ( 330 Exchange St) with...

Jan 13, 2013

Mary Jo was preceded in death by her son Michael and grandson Jackson. She is survived by her husband John "Jack"; children John, Patrick & Kate (John) Wensmann; grandchildren Alexandra, Emily (Josh) Wills and Cooper; also brothers & sisters. A special thank you to the Golden Age Manor in Amery, WI. Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday 11am at ST. STANISLAUS...

Jan 9, 2013

Schovanec, Rudolph Peacefully on Jan. 9, 2013 at the age of 93. Rudy was a longtime resident of St. Paul, he is preceded in death by his wife Florence; survived by daughters, Pamela Schovanec, Suzanne (Stephen) Erickson, Mary JO Kiewel; sons, Joe (Mary Lou) and Henry (Laurie) Schovanec; grandchildren, Travis and Cassie Kiewel, Anna, Ella, Samuel, David and Sofia Schovanec;...

Jan 7, 2013

Herbert was a member of the Zuhrah Shriner's volunteering for the circus, he was involved in the marching band, and he participated in many fund raisers for the Shriner's. He retired in 1985 from Deep Draw Corp, but spent the next several years working for the Minneapolis Auto Auction. He will be missed by all who knew him including his...

Jan 5, 2013

Frances was preceded in death by her husband Edward Sr. Survived by her children Edward Jr. (Laurel) , Mary J. Seebeck, Judy (Tony) Huber, John (Jolene), Jane (Patty), Jo (Joe) Pohl and Lynn; 8 grandchildren & 5 great grandchildren. A special thank you to the staff at the Benedictine Health center at Innsbruck and the staff at Allina Home Hospice....

Dec 27, 2012

Johnson, Allen "Al" 71 of Rosemont Died peacefully surrounded by his family on Dec 27. Preceded in death by parents Cummings & Margaret; brother James; sister Sandy; nephew Thomas Schilling. Survived by loving wife Carol of 38 years; son Bill; brother Edward (Susie); sister Judy Schilling (Jerry Maule); sister in law Lori(Brad)Simonson; and brother in law Don Dvorak; special nephew...

Dec 24, 2012

Dec 20, 2012

Beloved husband of Vivian (Ehrle) Wiley for 68 yrs. Ken proudly served in the Marines in WWII. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a business owner and independent insurance agent. He is survived by his wife, children Dean (Mary), Denise (Scott Schaber) and grandchildren Christopher, Melissa Lang (Christopher), Megan, David Wiley-Schaber and Eleni Wiley-Schaber. Visitation Thursday 5:30-7:30 at KESSLER...

Dec 19, 2012

Wendy was preceded in death by her husband Gary Barr, and her sister, Julia baker. She is survived by her children Melissa, Jessica (Coardes) and Steven (Kimberly); eight grandchildren; one great granddaughter; her mother Julia (Ron) Smith; brother in-law Edward Baker and four brothers, Charles, Steven, Ted (Pat) and Daniel (Carol) Warner; as well as many "Honorary" children and grandchildren....

Dec 15, 2012

Cecelia J. died December 15, 2012, in Brainerd, MN. Preceded in death by parents Albert and Emma Petranek, husband James C. Holisky, son James A. Holisky, brothers Stanley and Clarence (Bud) Petranek. Survived by daughter Sandie (Fred) Schnick, daughter-in-law Barb Holisky, grandchildren Toni (Todd) Volkmeier, Gary (Sue) Stevens, Jeff Holisky, Lori (Mike) Meents, Jamie (Emily) Schnick, Mike Holisky. Great-grandchildren Samantha,...

Dec 14, 2012

Patricia Louise O'Rourke Billstrom Banks Patricia was born to William and Louise (Peterson)O'Rourke May 9th, 1934 in St. Paul, Minnesota. Pat was a true community activist and a voice for others that had none. Pat's list of helping others had no limits; she was the Program Coordinator at Women's Advocates a shelter for battered women, The Director of Programs for...

Dec 9, 2012

Robert was born on October 12, 1931 to Maurice and Alice (Wendt) Madigan in Saint Paul, Minnesota. He was in the Coast Guard during the Koren War, and worked for the United States Post Office. He married Elizabeth Thomas June 9th, 1956. He will be missed by his daughter Cheryl and grandson Kit Ruiz. Robert is preceded in death by...

Dec 2, 2012

George died unexpectedly on December 2, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents Morris & Frances and brother Jerry. He is survived by his wife Joyce; children Steven (Valerie) and Krista (Robert) Contreres; grandchildren Zacheri, Louis & Marguerite Holes; brothers Morris (Mary Ellen) and John (Mary Alice); sisters Patricia (William) Faison and Beverly (Richard) Duda; sister in-law Gloria...

Dec 1, 2012

Eugene P 79 of St. Paul. Preceded in death by daughter Jean. He will be deeply missed by his loving daughters; Vicky, Debra (Bob Ruscher), Gail, Carol, Connie (Mark) Abrizenski, Denise, Ann; 18 grand children; 18 great grandchildren. Memorial gathering 4-8 Wednesday at Kessler & Maguire Funeral Home (640 W. 7th St) In lieu of flowers memorial preferred. Graveside service...

Nov 26, 2012

Rose was preceded in death by husband Floyd & sons James & Bud. She is survived by her children Beverly (Donald) Latterell, Floyd "Butch" (Diane) and Mary Paul; daughter in-law Laurie Hampton; many grandchildren, friends & family. Mass of Christian Burial Monday 11am at ST. FRANCIS DE SALES CATHOLIC CHURCH (Palace at Osceola). Visitation Sunday 2-5 pm at KESSLER &...

Nov 26, 2012

Wolff, Judith C. age 72 of Cold Spring, MN long-term resident of St. Paul. Passed away November 26, 2012. Preceded in death by parents Edna and Alfred Funes and sister Dorothy Lange. Survived by her husband of 52 years, Robert; children Rob (Laurie) and Kellie (Earl); grandchildren Rob, Maddie, Taylor, Michael; brothers Ray, Jerry, Frank, Richard, Al; sisters Elsie Hocking,...