Obituaries

Mar 9, 2012

Victoria Jane McGrath Cherished Wife, Mother, Grandmother & Sister 7/5/51 – 3/9/12. Vicki lived a life of love and family. Her strength, wisdom, elegance and grace was noticed by all who knew her. She will be greatly missed and always remembered. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carol. She was the adored wife of 39 years to Tom;...

Mar 8, 2012

Leuer, Mary C. Age 90 of Saint Paul Nee Degel Passed away surrounded by family on March 8, 2012. Worked for the Rectory at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Saint Paul. Preceded in death by husband of nearly 50 years, Alfred; and three brothers. Survived by children, Mike (Karen) Leuer, Chris (Darold) McMahan; grandchildren, David, Michael, Christopher, Matt, Pat, Lori;...

Mar 8, 2012

Abbott, Richard Lewis Beloved Father & Brother WWII Veteran Richard Lewis Abbott was born on February 10, 1925, and passed away peacefully on March 8, 2012, at the age of 87. Richard was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Gladys; and parents, Amos and Mima (Behrens) Abbott. He is survived by daughter, Charlotte (Larry) Gulden of Mahtomedi,...

Mar 7, 2012

Henning, Melvin C Age 92, Retired St. Paul Postal Worker Returned to the Lord March 7th, 2012, while at his winter home in Mission, TX. He is survived by his son, Richard (Marilee)Henning; his daughter, Mary (Tim) Fair. There are 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren; many beloved friends: Karen Henning and Wayne Lehmann; Carol and Mike Flannery; Kathy and Mike...

Mar 6, 2012

Wakefield, Donna M. Best Friend Lifelong East-Sider Born April 6, 1932. Joined her parents, Carl and Hildred Whittaker in eternal life on March 6, 2012. Survived by best friend and husband of nearly 55 years, Wallace; children, Peter (Valerie Loichot), Beth (Jode Fritz), Bonnie, Laura (Randy Kovars), and Lynn (Steve) Hennen; grandchildren, Daniel Paladie, Alanna and Bailey Hennen, Virginia and...

Mar 3, 2012

Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister, and Friend JAQUES, Jane E., age 53, of White Bear Lake, passed away on March 3, 2012. Preceded in death by parents, Francis & Lorraine Jaques; sister, Julie Jaques. She will be deeply missed by her children, Jason Gahm (Mandee); Sheena Dufresne (Nathan); grandchildren, Wyatt, Emma, Weston, Walker; siblings, Jim (Carol), John (Michele), Joe (Marie), Joy...

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Mar 2, 2012

Swanson (Bowman), Beverly M. Age 82, Of St. Paul Beverly passed away Friday, 3/2/12, bravely fighting until the end against a long battle with ischemic colitis and MDS. She was born in 1929 off of West 7th in St. Paul. The Great Depression and WWII formed her early years. When the war ended, she married a returning naval man, Warren...

Mar 1, 2012

Richard “Rich” Stachowiak Age 92, of White Bear Lake WWII Veteran Preceded in death by son, Ricky Leon; granddaughter, Cindy Marie Butts; 4 brothers; and a sister. Survived by wife of over 72 years, Leona; children, Agnes “Abbie” Hicks, Bob, Bonnie (Gerry) Braasch and Becky Stachowiak; 7 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many relatives and friends. The family would like...

Feb 26, 2012

Lee, Eustelle (Lauer) Loving, Caring Mom Proud Grandma & Great-Grandma Went peacefully into the night on February 26, 2012. Preceded in death by husband, Marty; parents, Clarence and Margaret (Sauer) Lauer; grandson, Brian; brothers, Charles and Thomas Lauer. She is survived by loving soul mate, Ken Russell; children, Melanie (Tom) Keegan, Michele (Rick) Tucker, Steven (Maureen) Lee, Maureen (Dan) Majkowski,...

Feb 26, 2012

Virginia M. “Jinny” Peiffer Age 91 Lifelong Eastsider Died peacefully on 2/26/12. Preceded in death by her husband of 46 years, Robert; brothers, Raymond “Bud” and James Wirth; and beloved niece, Christi. Survived by many loving nephews, nieces, friends and their children and spouses. Jinny was a lifelong eastsider attending St. Casimir’s Grade School and Johnson High School. She eventually...

Feb 22, 2012

Mary Isabelle Switala (McGuire) Beloved Mother & Grandmother Passed away peacefully 2/22/12. Longtime Eastsider. Survived by children, Wanda (Vivek) Baghel, Steve (Lupe), Terry (Tim) Fink, Jeannie and Mary Ellen (Mark) Acosta; grandchildren, Tim, Jr., Tanya, Robbie, Allie, Tony and Rita; and brothers, Tom and Mike. Memorial Service Saturday, March 17, 10:30 am at Mueller Memorial Parkway Chapel, 835 Johnson Parkway,...

Feb 22, 2012

St. Sauver, Lorraine Beloved Mother, Grandma, Great-Grandma – Age 93 Passed away peacefully on February 22, 2012 at the Lyngblomsten Care Center in St. Paul. Survived by children, William (Ellen) St. Sauver, Charles (Sylvia) St. Sauver, Mary St. Sauver; five grandchildren, Melody, Andrew, Tanya, Julie, William; 11 great-grandchildren, Tristan, Brooke, Janelle, Madison, Henry, Lorelai, Eries, Claire, Michael, Kian, and baby...

Feb 16, 2012

Tuccitto, Aurora Beloved Wife, Mother, Sis, Grandma & Great-Grandma Age 90 of Maplewood. Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on February 16, 2012. Survived by beloved husband, Angelo Tuccitto; children, Louie (Kim), Jerry, James, John; 13 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brothers, George, Bill, Louie, Peter, Frank, Joe; sisters, Olivia, Mary; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded...

Feb 14, 2012

Hayne, Albert Joseph 5/4/29 – 2/14/12 Albert soared to heaven to be reunited with his sweetheart on Valentine’s Day 2012. Al was welcomed into eternal life by his wife of 44 years, Joan; his daughters, Linda and Nancy; and infant daughter, Cecilia. Al is preceded in death by his father, Albert; mother, Louise; and brother, Peter. Al graduated from Cretin...

Feb 10, 2012

Damiani, James Joseph “My name is Jimmy” Age 96, born 10/22/15 passed away surrounded by his family on 2/10/12. Jimmy was a lifelong Eastsider who graduated from Johnson High School in 1934. He ran Damiani and Sons Store on the corner of 7th and Payne for many years. At the age of 70, Jimmy visited Italy for the first time...

Feb 8, 2012

Guardini, Joseph F. Beloved Husband, Father & Grandpa Passed Away Feb. 8, 2012 Preceded in death by wife of 64 years, Lois; sister, Marguerite Gruntner. Survived by son, Jim (Mari); granddaughters, Corinne (Ryan) and Melissa (Danny); sister, Emilie Harrison; brother-in-law, Jim Gruntner; nieces and nephews. Joe was a Veteran of the US Navy serving in WWII aboard the USS McGowan....

Feb 1, 2012

LaBore, Lloyd Age 86, Of White Bear Lake Passed 2/1/12 Survived by loving wife of 64 years, Madonna; 9 children, Diane, Dale, Bill (Mary), Sharon (Steve), Deb (Jack), Susan (Pat), Carol (Les), Michelle and Mark (Debby); 16 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; brother, Earl (Rita); sister, Freck (Larry); and the boys at the garage. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 11:30 am at...

Jan 30, 2012

Wales, Lois E. Beloved Mother, Grandma, Great-Grandma – Age 82 Died January 30, 2012. Survived by children, Sandy (Keith) Libby, Roxy (Garry) Martin, Lawrence (Diane) Wales; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and by sister, Denise Hoertsch. Preceded in death by husband, Harold; and grandson, Jacob Libby. Small family gathering to be held 2-4 PM Sunday, February 5, 2012 at Mueller Memorial...