Obituaries

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...

Feb 23, 2017

Dunblazier (nee Herron) Kim (formerly Kim Price) Age 51 of Woodbury Passed Away Peacefully February 23, 2017 Survived by husband, Jeff; 4 children, John, Jake, Kate, and Joe Price; sisters, Cindy (Jim Jim) Stachowski and Sue Herron; 3 step-children, Ethan, Evan, and Eryn Dunblazier; special nieces, Callista Herron and Katy Bug; lifetime friend and honorary family, Kris Palmer; and many...

Feb 23, 2017

LaDonna Marie Anderson Her journey on earth ended and she has reunited with father and mother Preceded by parents, Emil P. and Loretta P. (nee Bahr); and sister, Carol Ann Shrammen. Survived by sisters, Janis (Ted), Julie (Trent) and Bonnie; 10 nieces and 5 nephews. Visitation 10AM-12PM on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 with a service at 12PM at Mueller Memorial,...

Feb 22, 2017

Ama Kwakyewaa Anim-Addo Ama passed away unexpectedly the day after her birthday. She was born on February 21, 1963 in Ghana, Africa, to Kwaku Dampare and Yaa Antwiaa Darko. She married the love of her life, Jonathan Anim-Addo in Wisconsin. She will be missed by many family, friends, and especially her husband, Jonathan. There will be ceremonial services for Ama...

Feb 20, 2017

Mandy LeeAnn Shevchuk There was no one who could make people smile better than Mandy and there was no one with a more beautiful smile than she had. Her life was spent trying to make others happy and over her short 38 years here, she did just that. Mandy passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, February 20, 2017. She...

Feb 20, 2017

Berggren Gordon Ronald Active Union Member Local #110 Passed away unexpectedly on February 20, 2017. Preceded in death by parents & grandparents. Survived by wife Judi and their cats Lucy, Dezi & Ricky; siblings Tom (Kay); Joanne Hood (Charles); Bruce; and Terry (Lisa) and numerous nieces & nephews. Longstanding Union Steward and part of the executive board. Member of the...

Feb 19, 2017

Audrey M. Fritz (Wenzel) Loving Wife & Sister Age 89 – Lifelong East Sider Passed away peacefully on February 19, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, Roger; parents, Leo and Adeline; and brother, Jerome. Survived by sister, Leona Abresch; very best friend, Patty Casey; and many dear nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Private family services will be held at Ft....