Obituaries

Marie Bristol

Marie Bristol

Feb 16, 2024

Marie Louise Bristol (Snyder), age 91, was ushered peacefully into heaven February 16, 2024. She was born February 8, 1933 in Madelia, Minnesota to Martin and Adelia Snyder (Gjertsen). Preceded in death by her high school sweetheart, best friend, and husband of 67 years James Howard Bristol. Marie is survived by her children, Kathy Bristol-Lee, Guy (Rhonda), Brian (Cheryl), Steven...

Theodore " Trapper" Thompson

Theodore " Trapper" Thompson

Feb 12, 2024

Theodore W. (Trapper) Thompson

Born in Twin Falls, Idaho to Iver and Lillian (Lucci) Thompson.

Served in the Marine Corps Reserves 1947-1949.

In 1952, he married the love of his life, Delores. They had six girls, all of which made him so proud and who he talked about endlessly. He is survived by daughters, Roxanne (Allan) Stover of Illinois, Barb (David Ayers) Thompson-Ayers...

Tim R. VanDell Sr.

Tim R. VanDell Sr.

Feb 10, 2024

Timothy Robert VanDell Sr.Age 75 of White Bear LakePassed away February 10, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Tim's warmth, humor, and love for life left a mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He is survived by his beloved wife Pat, with whom he shared the joy of raising their children and watching their grandchildren grow and...

Roseadele Cartier

Roseadele Cartier

Feb 9, 2024

Roseadele Irene Cartier

Age 98

Died February 9, 2024

Born at home June 4, 1925, to Solomon and Mathilda (Cote) Cardinal in White Bear Lake, MN, her beloved hometown where she lovingly raised her devoted family and enjoyed most of her life. Survived by children Daniel (Mary), Constance (Fred) Halverson, Thomas (Kari), Colleen (Glenn) Heapy and Steven (Gail); grandchildren Cynthia (Brian) Doffing, Mike...

Louis Morelli

Louis Morelli

Feb 7, 2024

Morelli, Louis A., 80, of Oakdale, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Rose Morelli. He is survived by his wife, Jammie; daughters, Gina, Kim (Todd) Daddario, and Angela; grandkids, Anthony (Brinna), Marco, and Elena; sisters, Syliva Sorini and Donna Morelli; and many nieces; nephews;...

Sandy Villella

Sandy Villella

Feb 7, 2024

Sandy was born February 02, 1947 in Minneapolis, MN. He was the second oldest of sixteen children who grew up in Lauderdale, MN. Sandy graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1966. 

The year after graduating he was drafted into the Vietnam War, serving as a Combat Engineer with the US Army 1967-1969. He returned home a proud Veteran, and reminisced...

Eugene Piccolo

Eugene Piccolo

Feb 6, 2024

Eugene Piccolo of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on 2/6/24.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Catherine (Filippi); and sister Anna Marie. Survived by his sister, JoAnn Lombardo; nephew, Antonino Lombardo; nieces, Annalisa and Alessandra Lombardo; and many cousins, extended families, and dear friends.

A memorial service will be held at 6 PM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024...

Thomas R. Madden

Thomas R. Madden

Feb 5, 2024

Madden

Thomas R.

Age 73

Of White Bear Lake

Tom passed away after a long illness on February 5, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert & Diane. He is survived by sons Chris Madden (Laura) & Joe (Shauna); 3 grandchildren; brothers Jack (Diane) & Kevin and sister Debbie. Long and successful Banking career at First/US Bank, following in his father's footsteps. Prayer Service...

Albert  Riley Maiers Jr.

Albert Riley Maiers Jr.

Feb 4, 2024

Albert Riley Maiers, Jr Albert (Bert) Maiers of North Oaks passed away on February 4, 2024 at the age of 96. Bert is survived by Nancy, his loving wife of 73 years, his devoted daughters Judy (Brad), Cindy, and Cathy (Tim), and his many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bert adored Nancy and was a doting father to his daughters. A man of...

Jim Thompson

Jim Thompson

Feb 1, 2024

Thompson

Jim

Age 67 of St. Paul.

Retired from the USPS

Born on September 11, 1956 in St. Paul and passed away in his home on February 1, 2024. Survived by wife Sherrie; children Annie, Amanda, James (Natalia) and Shawn; step-children Cassie & Abbey; 6 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews & friends. Service on Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:00 am at MUELLER MEMORIAL,...

Betty Nelson

Betty Nelson

Jan 30, 2024

Betty “Boop” A. (Olson) Nelson, age 90, formerly of White Bear Lake, MN.,passed away peacefully on Jan. 30, 2024 at Edgewood Assisted Living in Brainerd, MN where she had resided for the last two years. She was born Nov. 17, 1933 in St. Paul, MN to Bernard and Amanda (Anderson) Olson.

She married Gerald D. Nelson in 1953, and they had...

Mary Markoe

Mary Markoe

Jan 29, 2024

Mary Oldenburg Markoe, 93, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Edna; husband, David "Skipper" Markoe; great-grandson, Darion; and sisters, Winnie Stanek, Ginny Pawlenty, and Jackie Hoeppner.

She is survived by her children, David Jr. (Judy), Stephanie Askin, Elizabeth, Peter, and Sara (Jeff) Hanson; grandchildren, Abram, Elizabeth, Nathaniel,...

Dorothy Nohava

Dorothy Nohava

Jan 27, 2024

Dorothy Ann (Wimmer) Nohava

Age 89

Dorothy, also known as "Dot", passed away on January 27, 2024, after battling heart failure and pneumonia.

Dorothy was born on December 5, 1934, in the small town of Rock Creek, MN. Throughout her life, she resided in Rock Creek, St. Paul, White Bear Lake, and Forest Lake, MN, having deep roots in each community.

Soon after graduating...

Tharsilla Schoeller

Tharsilla Schoeller

Jan 27, 2024

Tharsilla "Tris" Mary Schoeller

Age 82

Lifelong resident of White Bear Lake

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 27, 2024. Preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Survived by sister, Kitty Goiffon; brother, Leo Schoeller; and many nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews, and great-great nieces & nephews. A devoted member of St. Mary of the Lake Catholic...

Rita Kelly

Rita Kelly

Jan 26, 2024

Kelly, Rita A. 

Rita Kelly (nee Marking), 87, of White Bear Lake, passed away quietly on January 26, 2024. Rita was born in Cross Plaines, WI and grew up on a dairy farm, but that wasn’t for her. She wanted to be a nurse and have a career and so went to the big city, Chicago, to attend St. Anthony De...

Mary V. Fosmer

Mary V. Fosmer

Jan 26, 2024

Mary Virginia Fosmer (nee Wiemann)Age 79 of White Bear LakePassed away January 26, 2024A loving wife, devoted mother, and doting grandmother.

Mary grew up on a farm in Nebraska. She pursued her education at the University of Nebraska, where she obtained a Bachelor's degree. On June 10, 1967, Mary married Richard Fosmer, embarking on a journey of love and companionship that...

Deborah Masanz

Deborah Masanz

Jan 25, 2024

Deborah Lynn Masanz, "Deb", 69 of Little Canada, passed away on Thursday, January 25, after a long battle with COPD. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Irene Giampaolo; and uncle, Michael Giampaolo.  All of which she lovingly and selflessly cared for in their final years.

Deb is survived by her son, Ryan; sister, Suzanne Greenwalt (Robert Thomas); nieces,...

Marlys Benson

Marlys Benson

Jan 25, 2024

Marlys reached the impressive milestone of 93 years of age before her recent passing. She lived her life to the fullest.

Marlys loved her family, friends, playing and winning at cards, travel adventures, reading biographies and eating peanut butter and pickle sandwiches.  She was hardworking and made things happen no matter what. We described her as “feisty." She taught us to...

Billy Jean Horne

Billy Jean Horne

Jan 24, 2024

Billy Jean was born on September 9, 1927 in Havana, Arkansas. She passed on January 24, 2024 at the age of 96. She was a pioneer in the computer industry! While working in Washington D.C., she met the love of her life, Harold Joseph Horne. They were married May 22, 1965 and enjoyed 59 years together. 

Billy Jean was the daughter...

Gary Maslow

Gary Maslow

Jan 22, 2024

Gary R. Maslow

Age 67 of St. Paul

Passed away comfortably in his sleep on January 22, 2024. Gary is preceded in death by parents, Robert & Ann Maslow. He is survived by his partner, Darrell Ida; siblings, Wanda Stewart, Jim Sullivan, Tom Sullivan, and Greg Maslow; and many other family & friends. Visitation on Saturday, February 17, 2024 from 1-5 PM...