Obituaries

Ruth E. Letourneau

Ruth E. Letourneau

Jul 7, 2011

Letourneau, Ruth Age 77 of White Bear Lake Preceded in death by her husband Wilfred “Tony”. Survived by her son Terry (Jill) Letourneau of McHenry, IL and her grandchildren: Anthony of Tampa and Rachel of McHenry, IL. Also by her sister Phyllis Stahnke of N. St. Paul. Visitation MONDAY from 4-8 PM at MUELLER LAKE MORTUARY; 4738 Bald Eagle Ave....

Richard (Dick) Harding Wood

Richard (Dick) Harding Wood

Jul 6, 2011

Wood, Richard H. Major USAR Retired WWII & Post War Veteran Age 85, passed away July 6, 2011. Prededed in death by wife, Barbara; daughter, Nancy Crudo. Survived by children, Robert, Mary, Patricia, Thomas, William, David, and Ronald. 14 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; step sister, Gladys (Leonard) Ressler. Visitation 4-8PM Monday, July 11 at Mueller Memorial Parkway Chapel, 835 Johnson...

Melvin (Whitey) Duane Smith

Melvin (Whitey) Duane Smith

Jul 5, 2011

Smith, Melvin D. Age 80 of St. Paul Passed Away July 5, 2011 Preceded in death by wife Judith. Survived by children, Jeffery, James (Rebecca), Jackie (Brian) Bowes and Julie (Randy) Birchem; grandchildren, Debbie, Maria, Carol, Rachael, Joe, Collin, Brandon & Duane. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Saturday, July 9 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 1000 White Bear Ave., Private...

James M. Yarusso

James M. Yarusso

Jul 4, 2011

Yarusso, James Michael Age 76 – Retired after 27 years at 3M Of Woodbury, passed away July 4, 2011. Survived by his wife of 55 ½ years: Marlene; and their 5 children: David (Barb) of Shoreview, JoAnn Graske of St. Charles, IL, Daniel (Michelle) of Clayton, CA, John (Rochele) of Lake Elmo, Diane (Jon) Rude’ of Woodbury; 11 grandchildren: Joleen...

Paul George Mularky

Paul George Mularky

Jul 3, 2011

Mularky, Paul G. Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother Age 62, passed away peacefully surrounded by family July 3, 2011. Preceded in death by parents, Helen and Ray; brother, John. Survived by Beloved wife, Madonna nee Johnson; daughters, Renae (Sean) and Marsha (Ben); son, Brian (Heather); grandchildren, Amanda, Andrew, Eric, Dillon, Samantha, Morgan, and Hailey; sister, Jo; brother, James, and many...

Louise Elizabeth Hemmelgarn Jensen

Louise Elizabeth Hemmelgarn Jensen

Jun 30, 2011

Jensen, Louise E. Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother - Age 106 of St. Paul passed away June 30, 2011. Preceded in death by husband, Victor; and son, Donald. Survived by son, James (Rose); son, Victor Jr.; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Tuesday, July 5 at St. Pascal of Baylon Catholic Church, 1757...

Ronald Lloyd Longacre

Ronald Lloyd Longacre

Jun 28, 2011

Longacre, Ronald Lloyd Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather Age 75, passed away peacefully June 28, 2011 surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his parents; brother; and great granddaughter, Madison Lee. Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Tina; children, Shawn (Michelle), Rhonda (Tom) Hillstrom and Patty (Carl) Fitzsimmons; 13 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. A veteran...

Shirlee (Shirlee Lydia Schroeder) Lydia Christen Schroeder

Shirlee (Shirlee Lydia Schroeder) Lydia Christen Schroeder

Jun 27, 2011

Schroeder, Shirlee L. Loving Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma - Age 87 Of St. Paul’s Eastside, passed away peacefully June 27, 2011 surrounded by family. Preceded in death by husband, Howard Sr. Survived by children, Lynne (Jim) Noye, Howie (Dora) Schroeder and Leslee Michels; 9 grandchildren; many great grandchildren and great great-grandchildren; and brother, C.H. Christen, Jr. Private services will be...

Daniel (Danny) Lee Butler

Daniel (Danny) Lee Butler

Jun 27, 2011

Butler, Daniel Lee “Danny” - Beloved Son Age 16 of White Bear Lake passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2011. Preceded in death by brother, Leon; grandparents, Tom and JoAnn Lane. Danny will remain in the hearts of his mother, Melodee Lane; many aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends; father, Leon Butler; and grandparents, Sharon and Ken Orent. A Celebration...

Roy Matthew Menne

Roy Matthew Menne

Jun 25, 2011

Menne, Roy Attn: Pipefitters Local 455 Age 88 of St. Paul Survived by wife Lorraine of St. Paul and 8 children: Rich (Geri) of St. Paul; Peggy Rose of St. Paul; Pauline (Rick) Tweedy of AZ; Roy (Jackie) of Little Canada; Mike (Doris) of West St. Paul; Lin (Michael) Haney of Winona; Florence (Gary) Newton of Oakdale & Bill (Deb)...

George (George John Klosowski) John Klosowski

George (George John Klosowski) John Klosowski

Jun 24, 2011

Klosowski, George J. Longtime resident of White Bear Lake, Age 85 Preceded in death by his son Greg. Survived by his wife of 64 years Myrtle and 4 children: Bruce (Cheryl) Klosowski of Centerville; Gloria (Mike) Thurmes of Bloomington; Denise (Jim) Brothern of WBL and Jo Ann (Jon) Tollefson of Aspen, CO. There are 13 grandchildren and 1 great grandson....

Mitch Wilson

Mitch Wilson

Jun 19, 2011

Wilson, Mitchell William Former Twin Cities native, 52, died unexpectedly June 19, 2011 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. A memorial service will be held Tuesday at 7 PM, June 28, at Mueller Lake Mortuary, 4738 Bald Eagle Ave at 3rd St., WBL in White Bear Lake. Friends may gather from 5 to 7 PM. He is preceded in death by parents...

J. Michael Egan

J. Michael Egan

Jun 18, 2011

Egan, J. Michael Age 58 of Vail, Colorado Formerly of Mahtomedi Mike passed away June 18, high above the Arctic Circle, in Lofoten, Norway, as a result of an accident while bicycling with his brother Tim, and two Norwegian friends. Mike took great pride in his two children, the close relationships within his large extended family, his career in the...

Patrick Robert Doran

Patrick Robert Doran

Jun 18, 2011

Doran, Patrick Age 54 of White Bear Lake Passed Away June 18, 2011 Preceded in death by father, Robert and brother, Jim. Survived by children, Jeremy Doran of WBL, Tammy (Drew) Petersen of Blaine and Jadelyn Longen of Woodbury; soul mate, Susie Matson; 5 grandchildren: Larissa, Chaise, Trinity, Ariel & Rosabella; also by mother, Marianne Doran (nee O’Hara) of WBL;...

Gerald Leroy Myers

Gerald Leroy Myers

Jun 11, 2011

Myers, Gerald “Jerry” Beloved Brother Age 69 of St. Paul Passed away on June 11, 2011. Preceded in death by mother, Matilda M. Myers and brother-in-law, Michael Luebstorf. Survived by sister, Sharon M. Luebstorf and brother, James F. Myers. No services will be held. Private interment Oakland Cemetery.

Violet Leona Winkler

Violet Leona Winkler

Jun 9, 2011

Winkler, Violet Beloved Wife, Mother GrandMother, GreatGrandmother Age 87, Passed away peacefully surrounded by family June 9, 2011. She was preceded in death by an infant granddaughter Ann Marie Urban and a brother Dick. She is survived by loving husband Willard of 66 years; children Debra (Gerald) Urban, Sandy (Andrew) Tabayunda and Dennis (Sandra); 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and...

Mary Olivia Johnson Petra

Mary Olivia Johnson Petra

Jun 8, 2011

Petra, Mary O. Treasured Wife, Mom, Sister, Aunt Age 65 of St. Paul Our beloved Wild Irish Rose passed away peacefully, the way she wanted, the night of June 8, 2011 surrounded by her family. She was also a passionate advocate, caregiver and philanthropist. Mary was the founder and owner of Professional Services Consultants. She is preceded in death by...