Obituaries

Kenneth Kaufhold

Dec 16, 2024

Kaufhold, Kenneth R., 81, of Mahtomedi, died peacefully on December 16. He was born in St. Paul to parents, Fred and Hilda Kaufhold. Ken graduated from the University of MN as an electrical engineer and spent his entire career at 3M. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Mary; children, Michael (Shanna), Brian (Lynn), and Ann Radant...

Douglas Fitzgerald

Dec 15, 2024

Douglas "Doug" Fitzgerald, age 67, of Saint Paul, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Sunday December 15th, 2024. Doug was born on June 10th, 1957 to Robert and Shirley Fitzgerald. Preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Jack, Timmy and Jim; and sisters, Mary Kay, Shirley and Barb. Survived by his wife, Katherine Fitzgerald; sons, Dan, Bill (Elysha), Joey, and Kevin...

Jane Pazlar

Dec 11, 2024

Helen Jane Pazlar

H. Jane Pazlar (Pawoll) died December 11, 2024, surrounded by her cherished and loving family. Born December 13, 1934 in Columbus, Nebraska, she attended the University of Nebraska where she met her husband Frank W. Pazlar (d: March 3, 2022). They were married in 1955. She fulfilled her lifelong dream of being a loving wife to Frank and...

Sally King

Dec 7, 2024

Sally Ann King, 86, of Mahtomedi, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. She is survived by her husband, Jim; children, Julie Frandsen, Ricky King, Patrick King, and Jennifer DeYoung; and other family and friends. We would like to thank St. Andrews Village and especially the nurses in The Arbors for their loving care. A celebration will be held in...

Bruce Larson

Dec 7, 2024

Bruce Larson, 89, of Shoreview, passed away on December 7, 2024 in his home with family nearby. He was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Laura; in-law's, Warren and Thelma Bieber; and grandson, Cody Larson-Brown. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Bette; children, Pam (Mike Sattler) Larson and Thor (Maria Brown), and granddaughter, Bethany (Brennen)...

Paul Peterson

Dec 6, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Paul Herbert Peterson, who left us on December 6, 2024. Paul, a resident of White Bear Lake, MN, was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, known for his big heart and adventurous spirit.

Paul was a committed volunteer hydrologist with LifeWater, dedicating his time to bringing safe drinking water...

William "Ty" Harrod Jr.

Dec 5, 2024

William "Ty" Harrod

Born on November 28, 1975 and passed away on December 5, 2024 at the age of 49 years. He is preceded in death by his mom Joan; sister Elizabeth Parr; grandparents Raymond & Ann Harrod and Edmund & Mary Frances Schmidt and aunt Nancy Renslow. Ty is survived by his wife Beth; children Zachary, Samantha & Trevor; dad,...

Nancy Goeltl

Dec 3, 2024

Nancy Joy Goeltl, born on April 28th, 1966, in St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on December 3rd after a long and courageous battle with illness. Nancy was the beloved daughter of Tom and Terrylane Goeltl, and she grew up alongside her cherished siblings Scott, Tim, and Tracy. She graduated from Saint Agnes, paving her way into a career as a...

Leslie Bautista

Nov 29, 2024

View Leslie's obituary on Interra by Mueller Memorial: https://www.interraburial.com/obituaries/leslie-bautista

Danell Marie Westbrock

Nov 29, 2024

Danell Marie Westbrock

Age 64

Of White Bear Lake

With heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Danell on November 29, 2024. Preceded in death by parents Melvin "PeeWee" & Ruth Hendrickson and sister Debbie Danielson. Survived by husband Bob Twedt; sons Andrew (Pamela) & Brian (Hannah); grandchildren Briar, Walker & one on the way; siblings Janet...

Mia Roth

Nov 28, 2024

Mia Roth, of St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 16, 1952 in Busan, Korea, Mia's life took an unexpected turn when she met Robert, her devoted husband, during his military service in Korea. Their love story led her to the United States, where she embraced...

James Kallio

Nov 27, 2024

James "Jim" Donald Kallio

Passed away unexpectedly on November 27, 2024 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. White Bear Senior High Class of '76. Worked at Wells Fargo in Arden Hills as a custodian for many years. Jim was a sports fan of the Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Twins and he enjoyed bike riding in his spare time. Preceded in death...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...