Obituaries

Dennis Gobely

Dennis Gobely

Nov 26, 2024

Dennis John Gobely passed away on November 26, 2024, at the age of 65. Dennis was survived by his two daughters, Caitlin (Tony) and Danielle (Jake). He was a proud grandpa to Teddy, Haddie, Francesca, and Griffin. Dennis was born on October 18, 1959, to Doris and Donald Gobely. Anyone who met Dennis quickly discovered his love of sports and...

Louise Berg

Louise Berg

Nov 22, 2024

Louise Carol Berg passed away peacefully on Nov. 22, 2024, under the care of hospice at Harmony Gardens Memory Care at the age of 90. 

Louise was born in St Paul on June 2, 1934 to Carl and Sadie Lofgren along with her twin sister Lois Lofgren. Louise graduated from Harding HS in 1952 and graduated from Bethesda Nursing School in...

Lawrence Vander Poel

Lawrence Vander Poel

Nov 21, 2024

Lawrence "Larry" Anthony Vander Poel

August 8, 1945 - November 21, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Lawrence Anthony VanderPoel, affectionately known as Larry, who left this world surrounded by his wife and five children on November 21, 2024. Larry was born on August 8, 1945, in Sioux City, Iowa. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, Larry's...

Paul Reding

Paul Reding

Nov 20, 2024

Paul D. Reding, 79, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, passed away on November 20, 2024. This strong man fought long and hard against Alzheimer's. Born August 31, 1945, in Ottawa, Illinois, Paul grew up in Marseilles, where he graduated high school in 1963. After serving in the U.S. Army, he returned to Marseilles to live and work for many years. Before...

Frederic "Rick" Suess III

Frederic "Rick" Suess III

Nov 20, 2024

Frederic "Rick" Suess III

Age 86 of Hugo

Passed away on November 20, 2024. Graduate of Cretin, Class of '56. Rick worked on the Great Northern Railroad for many years before becoming an Electrical Contractor, serving the community for 40+ years. He was a very dedicated father and grandfather to many. Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Cleo Suess; and siblings,...

Andrew Thielen

Andrew Thielen

Nov 19, 2024

ANDREW NEAL THIELEN 

March 3, 1983 – November 19, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and profound grief that we share the tragic passing of our beloved son, Andrew.

 Andrew was born in Seoul, Korea, fondly joined our family in Wisconsin four months later, and became a United States citizen at the age of 18 months. He was a very happy baby, a...

Gerald "Jerry" McCarty

Gerald "Jerry" McCarty

Nov 17, 2024

Gerald J. "Jerry" McCarty passed peacefully into Jesus arms November 17, 2024.

Our loving brother and family mentor was bigger than life. As entrepreneur, engineer, architect, artist, athlete and friend he left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Whether in the Tucson arts community or at Parsons Steel, Anchorage AK, the oil fields of the Arctic, New York, Boston, Italy...

Mary Holmes

Mary Holmes

Nov 16, 2024

Mary Holmes (nee Lynch)

Age 88 of Maplewood

Passed away on November 16, 2024. Mary grew up in Duluth, MN graduating from East High School. She graduated from UMD with a degree in social work. Mary spent much of her time volunteering. She was a volunteer at Minneapolis Children's Theater, Minneapolis Children's Hospital, Meals on Wheels, and The...

Robert "Bob" Carbone

Robert "Bob" Carbone

Nov 14, 2024



Robert "Bob" Carbone



Age 96

Died Nov. 14, 2024. Born to Salvatore & Maria, a lifelong Eastsider. Predeceased by siblings Rocco (Connie), Louis (Marilyn), Anne, George & Emma and brother-in-law Jerry Thayer. His sister Ellen "Helen" Thayer survives him with many nieces & nephews. Bob was an avid long-blader, skier, huntsman and life-long member of Keller Golf Course. With his 1936 Ford...

Diana Brainard

Diana Brainard

Nov 13, 2024

To View Diana's Obituary and Life story please visit her page on Interra burial https://www.interraburial.com/obituaries/diana-brainard

John Haider

John Haider

Nov 12, 2024

John Andrew Haider, 93, of Oakdale, passed away on November 12, 2024. He was preceded in death by his sons, John A. II and Paul. He is survived by his best friend and loving wife, Anita; children, Bill (Janel), Richard (Robin), Robert, Marie (Dan) Knieff; Anita's children, Dianne (Bob) Klaus, Richard (Kris) Plante, Rhonda (Beau) Von Drashek, Jaime Plante, and...

Annie Navara

Annie Navara

Nov 12, 2024

Annie Marek Navara

(nee Uhlir)

Age 99 of Sartell

Born in Willow River and spent most of her life in St. Paul. Survived by sons Dan & Martin Marek. Service Monday, 11/18 at 10:30 am at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 835 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul with visitation starting at 10:00 am and interment at Resurrection Cemetery.

John "Jack" Patrick Gunderson

John "Jack" Patrick Gunderson

Nov 9, 2024

John "Jack" Patrick Gunderson

May 10, 1996-November 9, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and profound grief that we share the loss of our beloved Jack, who lived with an energy and joy that touched everyone around him. Jack was a natural leader, a loyal protector, and a teammate who inspired those around him to be their best selves - both on...

Dave Carr

Dave Carr

Nov 8, 2024

Dave loved life and had the biggest personality, filling rooms with his presence. He brought joy to those he met. Strangers would often approach him to start conversations. He had a kind spirit, giving often to anyone who needed help and many times on the spur of the moment. He was an avid learner, overcoming his dyslexia to learn how...

David Pierre

David Pierre

Nov 6, 2024

David Leo Pierre born in St. Paul, MN on June 17, 1954 and passed away at home November 6, 2024 at the age of 70 years. He is preceded in death by parents Leo & Loretta; sister & her husband Nancy (Tod) Bertsch and their son Christopher. David is survived by siblings Ralph (Lynn), Susan & Lorri; aunts Annette Pierre...

Robert Carraher

Robert Carraher

Nov 6, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce on November 6, 2024, our precious Robert Charles Carraher was called back to God. He died peacefully in his new home in Apple Valley, Minnesota, with loved ones by his side, including his adoring wife JoAnn, whose devotion and loving care in Bob's final months was an inspiration to any who witnessed...

Tajai Evans

Tajai Evans

Nov 4, 2024

Tajai Denariss Evans

Age 26, of St. Paul

Passed away unexpectedly on November 4, 2024. He was a loving father, son, brother and friend. Preceded in death by father, Denariss; and grandfather, Michael Fahrnow. He is survived by mother, Lisa; "Pops", Shelton; siblings, Mikayla, D'Jaelen, DeNaeza, Jyacia "Ace Boon Coon", and Jymani; best friends, Terrell, James "Rocco", Sammy, John, Somsavon, Perry, and...

Terry Murphy

Terry Murphy

Nov 3, 2024

Terry Murphy, 71, of St. Paul, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas J. and Harriet Murphy; and brother, Michael Murphy. He is survived by his siblings, Tom (Lynn) Murphy, Kevin (Xiaoyuan) Murphy; sister-in-law, Linda Murphy; nephews and niece, Kai (Abby) Dong, Joe Murphy, Michael (Amy) Murphy, and Ruth (Joey) Fasulo;...

Thomas Brossart

Thomas Brossart

Oct 30, 2024

Memorial Service for Thomas:

Sunday, November 10th: 2:30 PM Memorial Service.

Unitarian Society Building - First Unitarian Society of Minneapolis

900 Mt Curve Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403

Formal Secular Memorial Service with gathering

   to follow with snacks, water, and beverages.

Please wear vibrant colors.

There will be a livestream of the service available at this link: https://firstunitarian.org/live/