James Morris Dean
May 28, 2026
James Morris Dean was born on June 25, 1936 in St. Paul and passed away on May 28, 2026 at the age of 89 years. He was preceded in death by his parents James & Georgia and a sister Maureen Holmes. James is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jane (nee Flynn); sons Dan (Judy), Michael (Kate) & Matt...
David Alford Kolling
May 27, 2026
The Life of David Kolling
I was born in North Mankato, Minnesota, in 1936, the second of three children. For the first few years of my life, my family lived at 721 Wall Street. One of my earliest memories is helping our elderly next-door neighbor, Charley Johnson, build a garage. He taught me how to drive nails with a hammer, and...
Gregory George Steffen
May 2, 2026
Steffen Gregory G.Age 85 of White Bear LakePassed away peacefully on May 2, 2026. Preceded in death by wifeNancy; Survived by children Scott (Lori), Jill Ciolli (Mike), & Brooks(Nancy); grandchildren Tyler & Nicolas Steffen (Bianca), and Anthony(Chandler), Luke (Carly), Mark, Gina Ciolli; great-grandson Suede;brothers John (Faye), George; sisters Maureen Mitchell, Diane Larson;and late-life companion Linda Lachapelle.
Judith Marie Kluempke
May 4, 2026
The family of Judith ‘Judy’ Kluempke is heartbroken to announce her passing on Monday May 4, 2026, at the age of 80. Judy was born on May 20, 1945, in St. Paul, MN
After graduating from Our Lady of Peace High School in 1963, Judy continued her education at St. Mary’s college for Medical Transcription.
In her younger years, Judy could often...
Dorothy A. Little
May 28, 2026
Dorothy A. Little, age 95, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, John "Jack" Little. Dorothy is survived by her children David (Leanne) Little, Kathy Polk, and Sue Skeie; grandchildren Andrew (Katelyn) Little, Chris (Kelly) Little, Jesse (Sarah) Polk, Lauren Polk, Rachel (Dustin) Parker, Ryan (Sarah) Skeie, and Adam Skeie; great-grandchildren Beckett,...
Daniel N. Kunin
May 27, 2026
Daniel "Dan" Kunin, age 95, of White Bear Lake, MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on May 27, 2026. Dan was preceded in death by his beloved son Alex; his parents Maxim and Jeannette; his sister Jacqueline; and brothers Paul, Robert, and Richard.
Dan grew up on the North Side of Minneapolis before moving to New...
Patrick John Welch
May 27, 2026
Patrick John Welch
"Putter"
Age 72, Lifelong Resident of White Bear Lake
Passed away suddenly on May 27, 2026. Patrick was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing; more importantly, he was a family man. There was nothing he loved more than spending time with his grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Bernard & Dolores Welch; brothers, Butch & Dennis. Survived by children,...
Joseph James Zschokke
May 26, 2026
Joseph James Zschokke
Our beloved Joe was born on March 27, 1952, and passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2026. Joe grew up on the East Side of Saint Paul, where he developed two lifelong passions: cars and music. A talented mechanic and drummer, he brought energy and joy to everything he did. After graduating from Harding High School, he proudly...
Robert "Bob" Rauen
May 26, 2026
Robert "Bob" Rauen, age 89, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully at home on May 26, surrounded by his loving family.
Bob was born and raised in St. Paul. He attended St. Bernard's Catholic School and graduated from Washington Senior High School.
In 1958, he met the love of his life, Rosemarie, on a blind date arranged by his sister and brother-in-law,...
Rodney Leland Glem
May 25, 2026
Rodney L. GlemAge 87 of White Bear LakePassed away peacefully on May 25, 2026 in the Memory Care unit of Maplewood Care Center. Rodney was born in Ellsworth, WI. Graduate of White Bear Lake H.S. and went on to serve his country in the Army.Rodney's professional journey spanned over three decades with Xcel Energy, where he worked in the Electrical Department for...
Guadalupe Vega Puente
May 22, 2026
Guadalupe Vega Puente
"Lupe"
August 19, 1935 - May 22, 2026
Guadalupe (Lupe) was born in Rodriquez, Nuevo Leon, Mexico to Valentin and Isac Vega on August 19,1935. The family immigrated to the United States when Lupe was just a child and settled in Carrizo Springs, Dimmit County, Texas. Lupe grew up in Carrizo Springs where she met her future husband, Dionicio (Nicho) Duran Puente. Lupe and...
Marian Salo
May 21, 2026
Marian Salo
1941 – 2026
Marian Salo, age 84, of Maplewood, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 21, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Marian was the heart of her family — a devoted mother, proud grandmother, cherished sister, aunt, and loyal friend. She lived her life with deep compassion, quiet strength, and unwavering faith. Her Roman Catholic faith guided her...
Stephen D. Bauer
May 19, 2026
Stephen D. Bauer, 83, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 19, 2026. Steve retired from the IBEW Local 110. He is preceded in death by his wife, Kathy; and survived by his children, Tim (Mary), Corrine, and Mike (Jennifer); 9 grandchildren; 3 great- grandchildren; siblings, Corrine, Chuck (Liz), Chrissy, Jeff (Donna), and Mary (Denny);...
Janet Karen Mueller
May 11, 2026
Mueller, JanAge 84, of Lakeville, passed away at home on May 11, 2026. Survived by husband, Bob; sons, Guy (Mary Ann) of Seattle, WA and Dave (Cindy) of Lakeville, MN; siblings, Cyril (Sharlee) Drentlaw of Shakopee, MN; Nancy (Gary) Swanson of Equality, AL; Dean Drentlaw (Jill) of Manhattan Beach, CA; Robert Drentlaw of Cook, MN; and Marlys (Barry) Aved of...
Joseph Matthew Tapp
May 10, 2026
Joseph M. Tapp, 53, of Hugo, died suddenly on Mother's Day May 10, 2026.
Joe is survived by the love of his life Sarah Kuenzlidaughter Rebecca Jo Jurek; mother Patricia (Jack Kroll); brother John (Sandi); bonus brother Lance Moran; nieces and nephews Kenny, Kassi (Hunter), Lexxi (Joe), Christopher, and Isabelle; Aunt Sue; Uncle Charlie (Marliss). Preceded in death by his beloved...
Mary Helen Swinehart
May 3, 2026
Mary Helen Swinehart, "Helen", age 88, was born on April 7, 1938. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on May 3, 2026.She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Gene Paul Swinehart; her daughter, Brenda Swinehart; brothers, Charles Bowes and John Bowes; and her parents, Charles and Gladys (Lynch) Bowes.Helen is survived by daughter, Linda (Paul) Hansen;...
Jonathan Anthony Stahley
May 2, 2026
On May 2, 2026, Jonathan Stahley, 25, was taken from us in an instant. He clocked out of work ready to start his weekend and hang out with his girlfriend, Cheyenne. He was riding his beloved Kawasaki motorcycle, his passion for the past year.
Jonathan had so much more life to live and was just coming into his own as...
Melva Ahrens
May 2, 2026
Melva Jane (Danielson) Ahrens, 77, of Little Canada, MN passed away on May 2, 2026 in Maplewood, MN.
Melva was born in 1948 in Estherville, IA, the daughter of the late Melvin and Edna Danielson. She graduated from St. Mary's College pursuing a career in medical records. Melva had a long career, retiring in 2008 from Fairview University Hospital in Minneapolis,...
John Ryan
May 1, 2026
John Francis Ryan
Born May 18, 1934 in St. Paul, MN. Passed away May 1, 2026 after a short courageous battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents Charles and Bernice, daughter Constance, son Matthew and brothers Charles Jr. "Chuck" & Joseph "Joe". Survived by loving wife of 69 years, Mary (Nadeau), daughter Kay (Mark) Stark, sons Andrew (Theresa) & Gregory...
Marilyn PuttenVink
Apr 30, 2026
Marilyn Robbins PuttenVink passed away on April 30, 2026, in Maplewood, Minnesota, at the age of 76. While her passing was sudden, she had spent the past 15 years navigating the effects of Parkinson's disease and COPD, which gradually robbed her of her mobility and many of the qualities of life she cherished. We find comfort knowing she has been...
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