Obituaries

Jul 24, 2012

Wallin, Eugene “Gene” Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa & Great-Grandpa Passed away peacefully on July 24, 2012. Preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Ida (Wastman) Wallin; and great-granddaughter, Madeline Wallin. Survived by wife of 60 years, Carol (nee Olson); children, Wendy (Ken) Hermann, Lorry (Bruce) Shirley, Dale (Laura) Wallin; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Carol (Bill) Homer; and by...

Jul 23, 2012

Dramm, Peggy Age 58 of White Bear Lake Employee of St. Mary’s Passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 23, 2012. Peggy is survived by her son, Matthew Dramm; parents, Don “Ducky” and Barb (nee Schloegl) Smith; siblings, Joe, Jim, John, Jeff (Kathy), Susie (Brad) Cameron, Jerry (Diana), Mary (Jay) Hunziker, Sally, Jay, and Judd; 12...

Jul 22, 2012

Rondeau, Sylvia Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend Passed 7/22/12. Preceded in death by loving husband of 46 years, Norval; son, Robert; infant twin sons, Stephen and Norval; and sisters, Ruth McDermott and Dorothy Peterson. Survived by children, Sharon (Paul) Severson, Dennis (Sue), Richard, Nancy (Joseph) Zschokke and David (Kathleen); 18 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; sisters, Lorraine (Joseph) DeLoia, Betty (George)...

Jul 17, 2012

Angella Geraghty July 29, 1919 - July 17, 2012 Née Frattalone She died peacefully after years of sharing her wonderful Italian cooking with others, especially her famous Christmas cookies. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Edward Geraghty, siblings Susie Fusco, Congie Vitale, Marie Cognetta, Dave Frattalone, and Slim Frattalone. Survived her children Patricia (Victor), Michael (Elsbeth), Mary,...

Jul 17, 2012

Claud Irl Barnum, 83, of Birchwood Village, went home to be with his heavenly father, July 17th, 2012. Claud, our dearly beloved husband, father and grandfather, is survived by his wife Jeannie, two daughters: Steffani (John) Shefte and Noel (Jozsef) Hegedus; six grandchildren: Josef and Acadia Hegedus, Kyle Voigt, Nikki, Brittany and Tyler Chase and seven great grand-children. A private...

Jul 16, 2012

Harold J. “Harry” Olmschenk Beloved Father & Grandfather Former American Legion Commander Age 81, passed unexpectedly on 7/16/12. Harry was a lifelong brewer at Hamm’s and Schmidt and an active member of American Legion Post #577. Preceded in death by wife, Louella; and brother, Larry. Survived by son, Mike (Bonnie); grandsons, Steve (Sarah), Dan, Greg and Tony; close friend, Roni...

Jul 13, 2012

Schickert, Robert J. Loving Father & Grandfather Age 87 of White Bear Lake Preceded in death by wife Donna and son in law Tom. Survived by 5 children: Cindy Huppert; Jeanine (Walt) Olecik, Bobbie (Ken) Evert, John (Mary) & Mary (Les) Kinser. There are 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Visitation TUESDAY from 5 – 7 PM at MUELLER LAKE...

Jul 13, 2012

Zwicky, LaVonne M. Nee Boeckman Long Time East Sider Passed away on July 13, 2012. Retiree of Northwestern Bell. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Margaret Boeckman; infant brother, John; brother, Arthur; and son-in-law, Joseph Hollerbach. Survived by husband of 50 years, Paul Zwicky; children, John (Meredith) Zwicky, Catherine Hollerbach, Marie (Daniel) Swetalla; grandchildren, Anna and Julia Zwicky, John...

Jul 12, 2012

Handlos, Lorraine Beloved Mother, Grandmother & Great-Grandmother Age 93 of White Bear Lake. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 12, 2012 at the Birchwood Health Care Center, Forest Lake. Preceded in death by husband, Raymond; son, Shelby; and parents, Alice and Mike Larsen. Survived by children, Sharon (Harley) Hansen, Sheila Anderson, Sandra Linehan, Sid Handlos, Shirley (Bill) Dean,...

Jul 11, 2012

Jul 10, 2012

Harden, Beverly J. Beloved Mother & Grandma Passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2012 at home. Preceded in death by husband, Glen Harden; and son, Jeffrey. Survived by sons, Michael (Mary), Gary (Sheryl), Donald (Melissa); 11 grandchildren; one sister; one brother; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 AM Wednesday, July 18, 2012...

Jul 10, 2012

Atkinson, Sonia J. 02/25/1937 – 07/10/2012 Of White Bear Lake Retired from 3M after 25 years of service. Survived by brothers, Larry (Judy), Frank (Pearl); nieces and nephews; great and great-great nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Maryann; and by best friend, Donna Miller. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at Saint Mary of the Lake Catholic Church,...

Jul 8, 2012

Buege, Gerold E. Age 76 Passed away on July 8, 2012. Survived by five children, Paige (Ken) McNeal, Blayne, Devon (Bonnie), Troy (Kristine), Kelly Weisner; 13 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Janet Schwartzbauer, Sandy Blodgett; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 4-7 PM Monday, July 16, 2012 at Mueller Memorial Parkway Chapel, 835 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul...

Jul 5, 2012

Kaphing, Carol G. Loving Daughter & Sister Born June 28, 1954 to William & Delores Kaphing. Carol is preceded in death by her father William, sister Mary & brother Richard. She is survived by mother Delores, brothers William, Mitch (Barb), Mike (Sherri). Sisters Linda (Ed), Pat (Mick), Laura (Dan). She was a wonderful daughter, sister & aunt and will be...

Jul 4, 2012

Holmquist, Orville Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather & Great-Grandfather Age 88, of Maplewood, passed away on 7/4/2012. Preceded in death by parents William and Myrtle (Ditlevson) Holmquist and sister Lorraine Templin. Survived by loving wife of 64 years, Barbara, daughter Jeanne (John) Buck, son William; grandchildren Emily (Scott) Hansen and Julia (Ryan) Donnelly; great grandchildren Anthony and Evelyn Hansen and Rowan...

Jul 3, 2012

Frankot, Mary Jacqueline “Jackie” Nee Schultz Passed away peacefully on July 3, 2012 at the age of 77. Longtime resident of Mahtomedi and 40 year employee of the White Bear Yacht Club. Preceded in death by husband of 49 years, Robert Frankot; son, Thomas Frankot; great-granddaughter, Amber Brill; six brothers and sisters. Survived by children, Lisa (Robert) Dahl, LouAnn (Shad)...

Jun 30, 2012

Carol Theresa Fossler Beloved mother to all and a great friend Age 70 of Chisago passed away tragically on 6/30/12. Preceded in death by parents, John and Loretta Courteau; sister, Beverly Busta; best friend, Rita Miller; and Grandma B (Dagmar Berget). Survived by partner of 28 years and fiancé, Richard D. Berget, Sr.; her children, Terry (Katherine), Mark (Dawn) and...

Jun 26, 2012

Picture Mary “Bonnie” Fineberg Beloved Mother, Grandmother Great Grandmother & Great Great Grandmother Age 87, passed 6/26/12. Preceded in death by husband, Walter; and brothers, Dennis and Chuck. Survived by children, David (Carolyn) Genskay and Rory (Orvin) Perrine; 8 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; a great great grandchild; brother, Gene Sabo; sister-in-law, Carol Sabo; step-children, Carolyn (Robert C.) Hall, Thomas Roedoc...

Jun 21, 2012

Layer, Leonard “Joe” Easy Lenny Age 65 Passed away on June 21, 2012 at his home. Long time East-Sider. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Sarah (Dudeck) Layer; father-in-law, Dan Dourney; niece, Doreen; and nephew, Charlie. Survived by wife of 34 years, Peggy (Dourney); children, Kelly, Joey (Michelle Rivard); five grandchildren, Brandon, Alexander, Corbin, Nicholas, Reegan; seven brothers,...

Jun 18, 2012

Nelson, Allan J. 11/13/22 – 6/18/12 Age 89 of White Bear Lake Preceded in death by loving wife, Louise. Survived by son, Mark; and daughter, Debra. Graveside Service Monday, 6 /25/12, 11 am at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Mahtomedi. Memorials preferred to Spina Bifida Research.