Obituaries

Mar 25, 2017

Donna Jean Vollhaber (nee Herbert) Age 74 of White Bear Lake, MN Loving Wife, Mother, Grandma, Great-Grandma, and Sister Donna was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on February 3, 1943. She was one of three children to Elsie (nee Lindusky) and Henry Herbert. She attended St. Mary’s Grade School in White Bear Lake before going to and graduating from White...

Mar 25, 2017

Michael Glenn Chilefone Age 80 of Lake Elmo, MN and Mesa, AZ Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend Mike was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on March 4, 1937 to parents Daniel and Emma Chilefone. The family moved to West St. Paul for his father’s job on the railroad. His father died in a tragic accident on the railroad in...

Mar 21, 2017

Audrey Lois Babcock Dear & Beloved Mother, Grandmother Great Grandmother, Sister & Friend Passed away on March 21, 2017. Audrey is now reunited with her dear husband Lee, She is also preceded in death by her parents Fred & Virginia Gritzmaker and two young great grandchildren. She is survived by children Steve (Vicky), Kerry (Toni), and Lori (Paul) Benassi; 11...

Mar 20, 2017

Bonin Phil Age 70 Of White Bear Lake Born on July 7, 1946 in St. Paul. Peacefully died on March 20, 2017- Feast of St. Joseph at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Preceded in death by father Rolland & sister Jeanne. Survived by wife Molly (nee Mock); sons Brian (Rachel) and children Ben,...

Mar 18, 2017

Salie Marion L. Beloved Mother & Grandmother Age 89 of White Bear Lake Preceded in death by husband Reynold; parents Fred & Laura Forseen and siblings Betty, John & Roger. Survived by daughters Robin Gibis (Gary) and Patti Peters; grandchildren Todd & Brian Haessig, Jennifer (Craig) Dietsch & Joe Pollock; great grandchildren Kayla, TJ and Noah. Retired Whirlpool executive. Gathering...

Mar 17, 2017

Darlene Joyce “Dolly” Robideau (nee McGrane) Born Feb 5, 1933 in Cresco, Iowa, the daughter of Albert & Dorothy McGrane Passed Away on March 17, 2017 Preceded in death by husband, Ronald; parents, Dorothy & Sam Niemeyer; Regina & Glenn Robideau; brothers, Ray (Arlene), Wally (Phyllis), Dale; brother-in-law’s, Don Hauser, Carl Mathe. Survived by children, Sue & Joe, Stephen Glenn,...

Mar 15, 2017

Joseph Jerome Takkunen Passed Away March 15, 2017 at Age 33 After a Difficult Battle with Cancer “Whatever you want.” Joe was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on May 27, 1983 to Barbara Quintanilla and James Takkunen. He graduated from Tartan High School in 2001 and then met the love of his life, Elyse. The two were married in St....

Mar 15, 2017

Mar 15, 2017

David G. Smith, Sr. Age 89 of St. Paul Preceded in death by loving wife, Dorothy Smith; daughter, Lori Smith; parents, Glennis and Thomas Smith; and four siblings. Survived by daughter, Vicki (Chuck) Westholter; son, David (Joan) Smith, Jr.; grandchildren, Jared Smith and Jennifer (Todd) Wiggins; and great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Norah; and many other family and friends. There will be...

Mar 14, 2017

Luanne Marie Peter Of Shoreview, Minnesota Formerly of Chetek, Wisconsin Luanne was born in Eau Claire, WI on February 3, 1948 to Leighton and Lorraine Waterhouse. She graduated from Chetek High School and went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin – River Falls. She married Ralph Peter on October 24, 1970 and they had two daughters together, Amanda...

Mar 14, 2017

Doris Marie Curtis (nee Denney) Age 86 ~ Passed Away on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 Preceded in death by parents and siblings. Survived by the love of her life, Robert; daughters, Barb (Tony) Noha, Judy (Jerry) LeMire, Sue (Joe) Fleming, Patty (Jim) Troendle; 14 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Ruff; sister-in-law, Audrey Denney; brother-in-law, Tom Curtis; and many nephews, nieces,...

Mar 13, 2017

Daniel James Wright Beloved Father, Brother, and Friend Age 43 of Blaine Daniel passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, March 13, 2017. He was born on May 6, 1973 in St. Paul, Minnesota and was one of three children to George and Karen Wright. He grew up in St. Paul and graduated from Humboldt High School. Daniel had...

Mar 13, 2017

ELAINE CATHERINE (DUNFORD) TACKE Age 93 of White Bear Lake Longtime Member of St. Mary of the Lake Elaine was kind, generous, joyful, faithful, and sharp witted. She loved traveling, baking, and playing cards. Her family was the most important thing to her. Preceded in death by husband, Richard; and brothers, Gordon and Bill Dunford. Survived by brother, Dan (Mary)...

Mar 12, 2017

Thomas Russel STEINER Age 85 Of St. Paul Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on March 12, 2017. Preceded in death by wife Irene & siblings Patricia, Jane and Jack. Survived by children Mark (Debbie), Mike (Teresa), Diane (Steve) Spiess and Matt; 9 grandchildren; a great grandson; brother Jim and many nieces & nephews. Mass of Christian Burial Friday...

Mar 5, 2017

DRESEN James David, DDS Age 76 White Bear Township Died on March 5th, 2017 after a long struggle with Lewy Body Dementia. Preceded in death by his parents and a brother. Survived by his wife Mary (nee Teisberg); children Anne, Thomas (Terri) and Michael (Sandy); grandchildren Christopher, Andrew, Caroline, Matthew, Robert, Nicholas and Isaac. He will be most remembered for...

Mar 4, 2017

Irene Doris Monaghan Age 84 of White Bear Township Passed Away at Home on March 5, 2017 Irene was born in Bertha Township, Minnesota on August 4, 1932. She was one of ten children to Angie (nee Riley) and Alfred Greenwaldt. She worked full time at Kendalls Supermarket in North St. Paul and eventually retired from there. When the kids...

Feb 27, 2017

Schneider Alyce (Dolly) Mae (Nee Slipka) Age 93 Over 75 yr. Resident of Shoreview, MN Bedridden over 4 years, and so very tired, our beautiful mother died peacefully on Monday, February 27 from complications of COPD/emphysema surrounded by family and friends. Survived by son Joseph Jr.; daughters Pamela (Joe) Monno, and Donna (Steve) King; grandchildren, Cassandra, Katherine and Wayne; great...

Feb 26, 2017

Alice Prax (Ranweiler) With grace, dignity, and a smile, mom left the love of her family to be with her Lord and Savior Alice was born in West Newton Township, Minnesota on June 18, 1917. She was the daughter of Martha (nee Kokasch) and Rudolph “Rudy” Ranweiler. At 14, she left the farm to move in with her aunt in...

Feb 26, 2017

John William Kriegl Age 51 of Woodbury Passed away on February 26, 2017 John William Kriegl, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away in his home on February 26, 2017. Born on December 11, 1965 to Bethel & James Kriegl in Cleveland OH, he spent most of his youth in Bloomington, MN and Rapid City, SD. He graduated...

Feb 25, 2017

Helen K. Zappa (Giannini) Joyfully entered Eternal Life on February 25, 2017 at Age 96 Helen was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on October 20, 1920, the daughter of Emilio and Mamie Giannini. She grew up on the Eastside, just up the hill from Swede Hollow. Helen attended and graduated from St. Paul’s Mechanics Arts High School. Following graduation, she...