Obituaries

Jul 5, 2015

Vivian C. LeVasseur Age 94 Passed away peacefully on July 5, 2015 Preceded in death by husband, Thomas and son, Terry. Survived by sons, Tom and Denny; and daughter, Jeanne; as well as 13 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A special thank-you to the staff of Maplewood Care Center Memory Care Unit...

Jul 5, 2015

Avis Geneva Kotoski (nee Ballou) Age 92 of White Bear Lake, MN Formerly of East Providence, RI Loving Wife, Mother, Grandma & Great-Grandma "Our diamond from Rhode Island." Avis was born on September 23, 1922 in East Providence, Rhode Island. She married the love of her life, Edward, on October 28, 1944 in New York City, New York. Avis will...

Jul 4, 2015

Salvacion B. Watson "Jenny" Jenny was born on October 25, 1951 in the Philippines. She worked at the Marina in Forest Lake for many years. Outside of work, she enjoyed fishing, sewing and blackjack. Jenny will be remembered for her very outspoken personality and because she would be willing to help anyone in need. Her family meant the world to...

Jun 30, 2015

Jun 28, 2015

EDMUND SIMON GANGL Peacefully Went to Heaven On June 28, 2015 at Age 89 Preceded in death by wife of almost 63 years, Glorian; siblings, Aggie (Wilfred) Kinzel, Ray (Joyce) Gangl, Peggy (Chris) Holton, Rose (Edmund) Kinzel, Bob (Dorothy) and Dolly (Larry) McCarthy. Survived by children, John (Barb) and Lori Gangl Humble; granddaughters, Elizabeth Rushmeyer and Jenna (Ryan) Dickenson; great-granddaughters,...

Jun 27, 2015

Andrew N. LaBarre Beloved Husband, Father, & Friend Former Police Chief of Dellwood Age 89 of Grant Township. 31 years proudly serving the citizens of Dellwood as Police Chief. Passed away peacefully on June 27th, 2015. Preceded in death by mother, Delia; father, Norman; wife Marilyn, Norman; son, Daniel; sisters, Clara & Florence; and brother, Donald. Survived by children, Judy...

Jun 27, 2015

Delores Regina Nadeau (nee Tauer) Age 81 of White Bear Lake Beloved Mother, Grandma, Great-Grandma Delores was born on November 17, 1933 in Circle Pines to Lucille (nee Kuchinski) and George Tauer. She attended and graduated from White Bear Lake High School. She married the love of her life, Clayton Nadeau, on April 11, 1953. Delores was a longtime employee...

Jun 27, 2015

Jun 24, 2015

Ramona Elaine Jablonski (nee Kircher) Age 89 of St. Paul’s East Side Loving Wife, Mother, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Sister and Friend Preceded in death by parents, Peter and Vera Kircher; and son-in-law, Mark Rivard. Will be dearly missed by her husband, Chester; her children, Patrick of Oakdale, Joan Rivard of Lake Elmo, Mike (Leslie) of Minneapolis and Jim (Bridget) of Bayport;...

Jun 23, 2015

Daniel Michael Renstrom "Brother" Age 28 of St. Paul - Dear Son, Grandson, Uncle, Nephew, Cousin and Friend Daniel passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2015. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and watching movies. Dan will be remembered for his loving, funny, caring and helpful personality. He was in his final year of school and was about to begin his career...

Jun 23, 2015

Mary Therese Hudak Age 58 of White Bear Lake Formerly of Columbia Heights Mary was born on May 28, 1957 to Steve Jr. and Dorothy Hudak. She attended Christ Child School of St. Paul, east Metro and Spring Lake Park School. Mary was involved with every group imaginable and was very active in R.I.S.E., Chicago City DAC, Phoenix Alternative, Donatelli’s...

Jun 19, 2015

Julia Zuniga Age 75 of St. Paul Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on June 19, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Martin and Braulia Guardiola; infant daughter, Diane; sister, Cecelia Guardiola; and the father of their children. Survived by life companion, Arnulfo Calderon; children, Esteban (Lisa Day), Tony (Ilda), Louie, Diana (Marco) Diaz, and Alex...

Jun 19, 2015

Jun 19, 2015

Jo Ann Hollenbeck (nee Lowe) Age 79 of Oakdale Passed Away June 19, 2015 Preceded in death by infant daughter, Mary; husband, Cliff (2/18/2002); parents, Fred and Gertrude Lowe; and brother, Tom Lowe. Survived by children, Tom Herron, Cindy (Jim) Stachowski, Sue Herron, and Kim (Jeff Dunblazier) Price; brother, Gene Lowe; sister, Maureen Conroy; twin sister, Chloe Ann Kapaun; 8...

Jun 18, 2015

BALAJADIA (nee O’Rourke) Margaret “Peggy” Kay Age 61 of St. Paul Loving Wife, Mom, Sister and Grandma Passed away on June 18, 2015 after a long battle with cancer. Preceded in death by her parents, Cyril and Helen O’Rourke. Will be dearly missed by husband, Louis; children, Nate Tighe, Ben Tighe and Natalie Balajadia; step-daughter, Emili Balajadia; 6 siblings, Kathy...

Jun 16, 2015

Terri Lynn Nelson (nee Mealey) ~ Age 56 Terri was born in St. Paul, Minnesota to Leonard and Marlene Mealey on August 1, 1958. She attended Harding Senior High in St. Paul. Terri married the love of her life, Gene B. Nelson, on February 25, 1982. She was known for making and repurposing jewelry and collecting agate stones. Terri also...

Jun 16, 2015

Robert John Roppe Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Veteran Was brought home to die peacefully and with dignity. He went “home” June 16th to live again and be reunited with his parents; brother; bride, Betty Jean; son, Rob “the boy;” grandson, Jason; and great-granddaughter, Gracie. He will forever be loved and remembered by his children, Bobby, Lynn, Jimbo (Jodi), and Linda...

Jun 11, 2015

MICHAEL "MIKE" ASHTON Of Eagan ~ Formerly of East St. Paul Family Man, Dad, Brother and Friend Mike passed away on June 11, 2015 at 60 years old. He retired from the USPS after over 28 years of employment. Mike enjoyed playing cards, Scrabble, traveling, and cooking. His outgoing and friendly personality will be missed by all. More than anything,...

Jun 6, 2015

LeRoy P. DeMars Age 78 Of White Bear Lake Passed away surrounded by his loving family on June 6, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Olive and William; siblings, Ivan, Daryl, Evelyn, and Vern; and granddaughter, Emilee. Survived by beloved wife, Alvina; children, Michael, Pamela, Terence, Timothy, Scott, Angela, Clinton and their spouses; 32 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Beulah; brothers,...

Jun 3, 2015

Williams, Elizabeth J. “Betty” Age 91 of East Bethel Formerly of White Bear Lake Preceded in death by husband Paul, son Robert, grandson Ted & daughter in law Kay. Survived by 4 children: Bill (Teri Kubik) of Forest Lake; Jeff of Spring valley, WI; Mary (Tim) Schwan of East Bethel & Jim of St. Paul. There are 11 grandchildren and...