Obituaries

Apr 17, 2014

Peter Mueller Age 78 of White Bear Lake April 21, 1935 - April 17, 2014 Peter was born in St. Joseph, MN to Albert and Appolonia Mueller. He married Jeanie Albers on June 11, 1957 at Immaculate Conception Church in Rockville, MN. He was a child of God, husband of Jeanie, father of John (Denise), Tim, Barb (Michael) LeClaire, Julie...

Apr 16, 2014

DONALD "DON" SWANSON Age 77 Passed Away on April 16, 2014 Don was an employee of US and Norwest Banks for 41 years and he was a longtime member of the Indian Hills Golf Club. Preceded in death by his father, Edmund Swanson; his mother, Marie (nee Schouviller) Swanson; his daughter, Wendy; his sisters, Judy and Rita; and other family...

Apr 15, 2014

MICHELE "MICKEY" SPYCHALLA Loving Mom, Sister and Auntie Preceded in by her husband, Martin "Marty" Spychalla and parents, Robert and Carole (nee Everson) Junker. Survived by Al, Joe and Bobby; siblings, Becky (Dan) Grace, Jodi (Jerry) Wahlin and Mike (Laura) Junker; and many other family and friends. A gathering of friends and family will be from 2-6PM on Friday, April...

Apr 14, 2014

FOLLMER Michael Matthew Passed Away Unexpectedly on April 14, 2014 – Age 22 Preceded in death by grandpa, Matthew and aunt, Linda Dahlbloom. Will be dearly missed by father, Mike (Dawn); mother, Michelle Rauenhorst; brother, Tommy (Holly) Spannbauer; sister, Jessi Spannbauer; grandmothers, Helen, Rhea and Sherry; close cousins, Matthew and Samantha; uncle, Matt (Linda); many other aunts, uncles, cousins, family...

Apr 11, 2014

Reilly, Nadine Lucia “Deena” Age 94 of St. Paul Died peacefully on April 11, 2014. Having lived an incredible 94 years, Nadine touched countless lives. We've been so blessed. Preceded in death by first husband, Edward Will; second husband, Thomas Reilly; parents, Alphonso and Lucia Iacaboni; stepfather, Frank Cicala; and by sisters, Evelyn Pendy and Mary LaVoie. Survived by children,...

Apr 11, 2014

Gallagher, Neal Francis Fortified by the sacraments of his faith, Neal F. Gallagher, age 90, passed away April 11, 2014 surrounded by family. Neal was born in Saint Paul in 1923, a graduate of St. Thomas Academy, class of 1941. A decorated veteran (Purple Heart), he served in WWII (D-Day +1) and the Korean War. Neal worked at 3M for...

Apr 8, 2014

ROBERT "BOB" BERQUAL Age 85 of Vadnais Heights Passed Away Peacefully Surrounded by his Family on April 8, 2014 Preceded in death by his wife, Eva “Billie”; son, Rick; parents, James and Evelyn; brother, James; and sisters, Mabel and Dorothy DeCarlo. Survived by children, Ron (Cathi), Linda (Jerry) Headley, Jack (Lyndsay), Larry (Jan), Roxanne and Sandi; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren;...

Apr 7, 2014

CLAUSEN (nee Rucci) Anne E. Age 102 of St. Paul Passed Away on April 7, 2014 Preceded in death by husband, Arthur “Bud”; parents, Pacifico and Pasqualina; 7 sisters and 5 brothers; and grand-nephew, Steve Hedquist. Survived by loving daughter, Linda (Ray) Trombley; cherished granddaughter, Stephanie (Joe) Ryan; dear grandson, Jason (Traci) Trombley; great-grandsons, Jack and Logan Ryan, Cole and...

Apr 4, 2014

McDonald, Daniel M. Age 68 of White Bear Lake Survived by his wife, Margaret “Midge”; children: Mary (Alex) Taddia of Portland, ME; Bridget (Merritt) of Mpls; Ellen (Evan) Ishmael of Mpls; Kathleen (Ryan) of Mpls; Patrick (Liz) of St. Paul; step-children: Melissa Schmidt of Stillwater; David (Gayle) Schmidt of Hammond, WI; Rob Schmidt of Somerset, WI; grandchildren, Travis Schmidt and...

Apr 3, 2014

Bemlott, Harry C. Age 95 of White Bear Lake Our Beloved Pop Passed away peacefully at his home. Born in White Bear Lake on May 8, 1918, and died on April 3, 2014. Harry served in the European Theater during WWII. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart, Bronze Star and Legion d’Honneur. Even though Harry lost his sight...

Apr 2, 2014

Stahnke, Edythe Marion nee Barnett of St. Paul Born January 24, 1927 in Lake Crystal, MN. Passed away peacefully on April 2, 2014 at Cerenity Marian in St. Paul. Edythe was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert R. Stahnke; parents, Fredrick and Emma Barnett; brothers, Frank and Alfred; sisters, Mabel, Hazel, Ruth, Irene, Vera, Mildred and Eunice. She is...

Apr 1, 2014

Corcoran, Douglas C. Beloved Husband, Dad & Papa – Age 66 Went home to his Lord and Savior on April 1, 2014. Graduated from Johnson High School in 1965 and from Macalester College in 1969. Doug was passionate about his faith and his family. He cherished spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and friends. His infectious smile and warm...

Mar 31, 2014

Michael “Mokey” Howard Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother & Friend Passed quietly at home on March 31st, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, Shirley and Leonard “Bud” Howard. Survived by his beloved wife, Debbie Emery; son, Benjamin (Heidi) Bathen; step-children, Mike, Brian (Melissa), Bobbi Jo (Brett) and Julie (Seth); grandchildren, Bella, Austin, Adam, Kaylee, Courtnie, Morgan, Brandon, Hannah, Christian, Hailey...

Mar 30, 2014

Mar 30, 2014

Stanek, Winnie Former owner of the Piccadilly Restaurant in Mahtomedi Age 90. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Tom; and sisters, Jackie Hoeppner and Ginny Pawlenty. Survived by five children, Susie (Brent) Anderson, Valerie (Brien) Peterson of Mahtomedi, Brenda (Phil) Anderson of Stillwater, Tom Jr. of Woodbury, Joe (Becky) of Mahtomedi; nine grandchildren, Shawn, Mike, and Meredith Peterson; Ben, Hans...

Mar 29, 2014

Mar 28, 2014

ROBERT JOSEPH MOORE Age 88 of White Bear Lake Passed Away on March 28, 2014 Preceded in death by wife, Adele; daughters, Lynda and Mary; granddaughter, Amber; brothers, Jerry and Ted; and sisters, Pat and Marie. Survived by loving daughter, Alice (Steve) Shipstad; grandchildren, Jason (Kim) Wright, Carrie Wright (Frank) and Ashley Moore; great-grandchildren, Madeline and Leo; special nephew, Jim...

Mar 28, 2014

GERALD D. SMITH "JERRY" "BUTCH" Jerry was born and raised in Wisconsin and resided in St. Paul, Minnesota. He passed away unexpectedly on March 28, 2014. He was known for being a handyman and was always helping other people. Jerry was always fun and loved his little jokes and pranks. He was a happy go lucky person and he was...

Mar 26, 2014

Selfe, Karen Lea Beloved Mom, Grandma & Great-Grandma Passed away peacefully on March 26, 2014. A few of Karen’s favorite things: tennis, snow-skiing and shrimp. Preceded in death by husband of 56 years, Don; and by sister, Cynthia (Edward). Survived by daughters, Beth, Robin (Dave) Plank; grandchildren, Christopher, Hayley (Jesse) Thiel, Kaelyn; great-grandchildren, James, Julie; and by her many tubes...

Mar 26, 2014

Joe Krawczak Age 85 of Circle Pines Beloved Dad & Grandpa Passed away peacefully on March 26th surrounded by his 3 children and his pastor, Gordy Steck. Joe is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou Krawczak (nee LaMotte); his mother, Mary Ellen; his father, Joseph; and his brother, William Krawczak. Joe is survived by his children, Joe, Annmarie...