Obituaries

Sep 25, 2015

Jennifer Renee Mercado "Beaner" Jennifer passed away unexpectedly on September 25, 2015 at her home. She was born on December 20, 1988 to Kim Marie (nee McGinn) and Robert Joseph Mercado. She is survived by her parents, Kim and Bob; her sisters, Nicole and Sara; her niece, Ava; and many other family and friends. There will be a gathering of...

Sep 25, 2015

James A. Couture Age 85 of Elyria, OH Died in St. Paul, MN after a short illness on September 25, 2015 Survived by daughter, Pamela D. (James Glass) Couture and son, Jeffrey C. (Barbara) Couture; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and the mother of his children, Barbara K. Couture. Interment Ridge Hill Cemetery of Elyria. Donations can be made to the...

Sep 25, 2015

Gordon Dunford Age 92 of White Bear Lake Proud WW II Veteran He was a humble, gentle example of the greatest generation. Longtime employee of Burlington Northern. Preceded in death by his wife Doris and brother Bill. Survived by his sister Elaine Tacke of Mahtomedi and brother Dan (Mary) Dunford of Eagan and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Mass...

Sep 24, 2015

William Delano Ostling June 4th, 1933 ~ September 24th, 2015 William D. Ostling passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 24, 2015 under the care of hospice in the home of his daughter in White Bear Lake, MN. Bill was born on June 4, 1933 in Barron, WI to Clarence and Violet (Nelson) Ostling. They soon moved to Prentice where he...

Sep 24, 2015

Judith Ann “Ducky” Grytness-Weber Of White Bear Township Nov. 23, 1944 – Sept. 24, 2015 Passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with cancer. Preceded in death by father, John Madsen; mother, Mae Madsen; sisters, Donna Kropski & Rosemary Suomala; and first husband, Alden Grytness. Survived by loving husband, Robert Weber; children, Brett (Diane) Grytness, Tracy (Brad) Grytness, Janet (David)...

Sep 24, 2015

Thomas James "Tom" Ricci Age 65 of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on September 24th, 2015 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Graduate of New Rich-mond High School and University of Wisconsin - River Falls. Owner/ Proprietor of White Bear Bar from 1974-2000. Survived by loving wife, selfless caregiver and partner of 15 years, Kelly Kapisak Ricci; two...

Sep 24, 2015

Muske, Elsie K. (nee Kuchera) Of Forest Lake Died on September 24th, 2015 Born 1916 in Wyndmere, North Dakota. Preceded in death by her husband of 66 years William Howard Muske, son-in-law David Dukes, and grandson Daniel Sullivan. Survived by children Bill (Mickey) Muske Jr, Carol Muske Dukes, Bob (Mary Jo) Muske, Jim (Kathy) Muske, Mike (Jane) Muske, Michele (Todd)...

Sep 23, 2015

Muriel L. Borchardt (nee Redmann) Age 81 – Lifelong East Sider Passed away peacefully on September 23, 2015 Preceded in death by husband, Glenn; daughters, Kristin and Janet; granddaughter, Kelly; 2 siblings; and beloved cat, Sylus. Survived by daughters, Barbara Crea and Linda (Bruce) Bergen; 6 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; brother, Glenn; son-in-law, Randy Puppe; and many relatives and friends. Muriel...

Sep 21, 2015

Jarvis, Marie Caroline Age 79 Passed away on September 21, 2015 Preceded in death by daughter Vickie; husband Dale; parents Albert & Gertrude Strasser & 3 sisters. Survived by children Roxanne (William), Deborah (Joe) & Richard; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; nieces & nephews. Service Thursday (September 24) at 11:00 am at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 4738 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear...

Sep 21, 2015

Joseph Thomas Ryan Age 79 of Hudson, WI and Mt. Dora, FL Harding High East Sider Passed away suddenly surrounded by his loving family on September 21, 2015 from complications of radiation treatments. Lifelong lover of the game of golf, amazing woodworker, member of Jaycees, and St. Paul Ski Club Hall of Famer for ski jumping. Accomplished and award winning...

Sep 19, 2015

Elizabeth Ellen "Bess" Juliano Born 1-24-24 Passed home to Jesus peacefully 9-19-15 Preceded in death by her husband Joseph Juliano Sr. of Newark, New Jersey and her granddaughter, Regina Elizabeth Juliano. Elizabeth, is survived by her son Joseph L. Juliano Jr and his wife Deborah (née) Mariano, and grandchildren Joseph A. Juliano, his wife Nicole, grandson Ricky W. Mariano, and...

Sep 18, 2015

Kenneth Clarence “Ken” Knutson Age 79 of Hugo, MN Formerly of Eagan, MN and Stone Lake, WI Husband, Dad, Grandpa & Great-Grandpa Ken was born in Mitchell, South Dakota on May 15, 1936 to Alma (nee Lauritsen) and Clarence Knutson. He grew up on the farm and later moved to Minnesota. Ken met the love of his life, Sandra Dixon,...

Sep 18, 2015

Jeffery J. Soika “Jeff” Age 47 of St. Paul Husband, Dad, Son, Nephew and Friend Jeff was born in St. Paul on May 24, 1968 to Patricia and Richard Soika. He attended St. Paul Central High School and graduated in 1986. Jeff was always the life of the party and will be remembered for his sense of humor, his outgoing...

Sep 12, 2015

Joseph I. McDonough February 1, 1926 September 12, 2015 Preceded in death by parents John & Katherine; son David; grandson Daniel Fadden; sisters Mary & Kathleen and brothers John & Marty. Survived by loving companion Cinda Weber; children Terry (Anita), Timothy (Bev) & Patty Fadden (Howard); grandchildren Jeff (Kyri), Brian (Mindy), Jennifer, Garrett (Jess), Andrew (Bethany), Dustin & Sean; great...

Sep 10, 2015

Schrom, Kathleen Marie Age 67 of St. Paul Member of FOE #33 & 34 Passed away on September 10, 2015. Preceded in death by parents Thomas & Peg O'Keefe and brother-in-law Bill Erickson. Survived by husband Steve and sisters Midge Erickson & Sandy O'Keefe. Retired after 30 years as a nurses aide. Memorial Service Thursday (September 17) at 11:00 AM...

Sep 9, 2015

Loving, kind, inspiring, smart, beautiful and strong, Ruby Joanne Anderson passed away September 9, 2015 at Episcopal Church Home in St. Paul, MN. She was born in Galesburg, IL on April 9, 1930, the daughter of Ruth (Erlandson) and Peter Tornquist. She graduated from Galesburg Central High School and married Dale R. (Pete) Anderson on March 5, 1949. They farmed...

Sep 8, 2015

Kustrich, Dolores "Grandma" Age 88 Of Hugo Died on September 8, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, LeRoy; son, LeRoy H.; and sons-in-law Mike & Paul. Survived by children Birdie Anderson. Judy Anderson (Claude), Les (Kelli) and Rose "Pinky" Heinig; 12 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren; sister, Marlene Bruton (Bill); brother, Tom Nelson; and many nieces &...

Sep 7, 2015

Richard L. Steiner Age 87 of Maplewood Died on September 7, 2015 Preceded in death by sons, James and John; and grandson, Stephen. Survived by wife, Evelyn; daughter, Mary (Bud) Schaefer; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation 2-4 PM with a Funeral Service for the celebration of Richard’s life at 4 PM on Friday, September 11, 2015 at...

Sep 6, 2015

Tyler R Berqual Adored Son, Brother, and Friend Member of Local 34 After years spent overcoming everything a brain tumor could throw at him, Tyler Berqual went to rest September 6th 2015, surrounded in love. Tyler was born in St. Paul on September 18, 1975 to Catharine (nee Hobart) and Ronald Berqual. He attended Hill-Murray High School where he thrived...

Sep 5, 2015