Obituaries

Bob Browning

Bob Browning

Mar 21, 2026

Robert Michael Browning "Bob" age 76 of White Bear Lake, MN. Passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2026. He was born September 18, 1949 to Roger & Geraldine Browning. He grew up on the Eastside of St. Paul and attended Harding High School. Bob was proud to have served in the Naval Air Reserve as an aviation electrician from 1968-1974....

Mary Helen Swinehart

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;...

Melva Ahrens

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

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 (nee Nadeau), daughter Kay (Mark) Stark, sons Andrew (Theresa) &...

Marilyn PuttenVink

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...

Kevin John Kaeter

Kevin John Kaeter

Apr 27, 2026

Kevin John Kaeter, 55, passed away suddenly at his home in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 27, 2026.

 Kevin was born on October 23, 1970, in Stuttgart, Germany, to his parents Gerald and Claudia (Goltz) Kaeter where he spent the first 6 months of his life. He lived in St. Cloud, Minnesota until he was 7, then spent the rest of his...

James Richard Olson

James Richard Olson

Apr 26, 2026

James “Jim” R. Olson, 94, longtime resident of Shoreview, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2026.

Preceded in death by 1st Wife Phyllis ( nee Ackerson), and 2nd wife Phyllis (Loftus) brother Thomas, and grandson Owen Loftus.

Jim is survived by longtime partner Virginia (Deedee) Boisen, his children Jill (Alan) Laughlin, David (Kay) Olson, Tammy (Tina Marie) Taylor, Tom(Jackie Painter) Loftus, Daniel...

Marshall "Marty" Kottke

Marshall "Marty" Kottke

Apr 23, 2026

It is with full and broken hearts that the family of Marshall "Marty" Kottke announces he has gone home to heaven. He slept peacefully through the night, and early on the morning of Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, beloved family gathered at his bedside as he took his last breath, a gentle, sweet sigh. It was a sacred moment, filled with...

Frank Thomas Lewandowski

Frank Thomas Lewandowski

Apr 20, 2026

Frank Thomas Lewandowski born on June 16, 1951 and passed away on April 20, 2026 at the age of 74 years. He is preceded in death by his parents Frank Walter & Jacqueline Lewandowski. Frank is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandy; children Frank (Deb) Lewandowski, Nicole (Randy) Resemius, Shawna (Isaac) Inwards and Daniel Lewandowski; 12 grandchildren and...

John William Meyer

John William Meyer

Apr 19, 2026

JOHN WILLIAM MEYER

November 16, 1960 - April 19, 2026

John William Meyer, known as "Jack" to his family, lived a full and exciting life that inspired others with his taste for adventure. Born in Pasadena, California on November 16, 1960, he moved with his parents, Dr. John and Nancy Meyer, to Ann Arbor, Michigan in 1962. A 1978 graduate of Ann...

Eunice "Bertily" Winger

Eunice "Bertily" Winger

Apr 19, 2026

Eunice "Bertily" Winger passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at the age of 100. Born on September 27, 1925, in Antigo, Wisconsin, Eunice was the daughter of Robert and Mary Lex. She is now reunited with her late parents, as well as her siblings Joseph, George, Rose, Katie, and Caroline, in eternal rest.

She was first united in holy matrimony...

Michael D. Huseth

Michael D. Huseth

Apr 18, 2026

Michael D. HusethAge 80 of MahtomediDied on April 18, 2026 at Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis due to complications of Parkinson's disease. Michael was born on June 3, 1945, in Superior, Wisconsin. Michael was a proud Army veteran who served during the Vietnam War. After his service, he pursued a successful career as an accountant, working the longest at Pier Foundry...

Marilyn Joyce Moran

Marilyn Joyce Moran

Apr 17, 2026

Marilyn Joyce Moran 

"Mare"

Age 66 of North Saint Paul

Passed away on April 17, 2026 at The Pillars Hospice Home after a long battle with cancer. Marilyn was born March 5, 1960 at St. John's Hospital. Graduate of North Senior High, Class of 1978. Marilyn was a dedicated employee at St. John's Fairview Hospital, working there for 45 years. Marilyn was a...

Suzanne L. Erickson

Suzanne L. Erickson

Apr 17, 2026

Suzanne L. (Christensen) Erickson

Age 57 of Hugo

Passed away on April 17, 2026, surrounded by family. Suzanne grew up in Woodbury where she graduated from Woodbury Senior High School in 1987. After earning a degree in business, she began her career at Retail Construction Services, where she dedicated 36 years and formed many lifelong friendships. In her younger years, Suzanne spent...

John Clifford Lesch

John Clifford Lesch

Apr 12, 2026

John Clifford Lesch, SR., 96, of Saint Paul, passed away on April 12, 2026. Preceded in death by wife, Kathleen and son, John. Proud Air Force Veteran. Interment with military honors held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Allan Leroy Woitaszewski

Allan Leroy Woitaszewski

Apr 11, 2026

Allan Leroy Woitaszewski, age 82, died on April 11, 2026, with family members at his side at Gable Pines Senior Living in Vadnais Heights, Minnesota.

Allan was born in Slayton, Minnesota on March 17, 1944, to Dennis and Cornelia Woitaszewski. He was the first of three brothers. Allan spent his early school years living in Iona, Minnesota, before moving to Slayton...

Doris Ann Frank

Doris Ann Frank

Apr 9, 2026

Doris A. Frank

Beloved Mom & Grandma

Age 89

Doris Ann Frank, the heart and soul of her family and a longtime pillar of the White Bear Lake community, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, at the age of 89. Known to many as the "most adorable lady of all time," Doris leaves behind a legacy of creativity, resilience, and an unwavering...

Mary Elizabeth Schacker

Mary Elizabeth Schacker

Apr 8, 2026

Mary Elizabeth Schacker (Hart)

Mary Schacker passed away peacefully at home on April 8, 2026 at the age of 99. She was born on October 1, 1926, in Gettysburg South Dakota to Loretta and Glenn Hart. She received her nursing degree from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester Minnesota where she also met her husband of 71 years James Schacker. She will...

Laura Jean Pepper

Laura Jean Pepper

Apr 7, 2026

Laura Jean Pepper, 66, passed away unexpectedly with her husband Bob by her side, on April 7, 2026 in the home they shared in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Her death followed a short convalescence after a surgery. She was born to Malcolm and Margaret MacFarlane on March 1, 1960. She grew up in the western Twin Cities metropolitan area and graduated...

Mary Froiland

Mary Froiland

Apr 7, 2026

Mary Froiland, age 84 of Dawson and Minneapolis, MN, took her final breath on April 7th, 2026.

Mary was an original. She was unconventional. She lived her life her own way. She was a natural athlete in a time before women's athleticism was celebrated. As a kid, she could outrun even her brother who held the county track title. She was...