Obituaries

Avery Rasmussen

Avery Rasmussen

Jun 10, 2022

Kristina and Reginald (Reggie) Rasmussen welcomed their beautiful daughter Avery Morgan Rasmussen into the world on January 19, 2009. This cherub-faced child was born into a family surrounded by incredible love. Along with her parents, this family includes her devoted grandparents Claudette (Cleo) Rasmussen-Trcka and Robert (Bob) Trcka, who resided within a few miles of the family for the and...

Eleanor Grimms

Eleanor Grimms

Jun 6, 2022

Grimms,

Eleanor M.

Preceded in death by husband Francis and 3 daughters. Will we missed and was loved by her grandson Rich, sister Jean and her family. Service Wednesday (6/15) at 11:30 am with visitation starting at 11:00 am at MUELLER MEMORIAL, 835 Johnson Parkway, St. Paul. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Ralph Nardini

Ralph Nardini

Jun 6, 2022

Ralph Vincent Nardini, age 93, a devout Catholic, died Monday, June 6th at his home peacefully with his loving wife at his side.

Ralph was born January 23, 1929 in St. Paul. He graduated from Johnson HS in 1946 where he and his brother Gene played hockey. Ralph worked at the family’s lunch counter, Nardini Family Restaurant. Following graduation, Ralph...

Thomas Solberg

Thomas Solberg

Jun 4, 2022

Thomas Solberg, 75, of Mahtomedi, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022. He was preceded in death by his father, Lyle; and his loving dog, Tainter. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Gail; daughters, Katie and Laurie; grandchildren, Jacob and Eli; mother, Mary Ellen; brother, Denny (Sally); many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

Tom...

Christopher Bertsch

Christopher Bertsch

Jun 3, 2022

Christopher C. BertschBorn October 29, 1984 and died June 3, 2022 at the age of 37

Chris is preceded in death by his grandparents, Loretta Pierre, Leo Pierre and Elmer Bertsch and his parents, Tod and Nancy Bertsch. Survived by his sister, Kaili Roff and brother, Shane Allen; three nephews, Cash Harder, Ben Roff and Duke Roff and one niece,...

David James Arcand

David James Arcand

Jun 3, 2022

Arcand, David J.Age 64 of White Bear TownshipSurvived by his wife Lynn and sons: Stephen (Erin) of Littleton, CO and Christopher (Emily) of White Bear Lake.  There are 5 grandchildren: Nora, Henry, Junie, Elliot & Caroline. He has 7 siblings: Peter of Blaine, Donald of Indianapolis, Gordon (Cheryl) of New Richmond, WI, Mark of St. Paul; Cindie (Wayne) Goetzl of...

Jacob Markham

Jacob Markham

Jun 2, 2022

Jacob Sergey Markham "Jake", 27, of White Bear Township, passed away on Thursday, June 2, 2022. He graduated from AFSA High School and worked as an EMT and as a Wild Fire Fighter. He enjoyed spending time in nature and the outdoors. He is survived by his parents, Karen Markham and Joseph Markham; sister, Leah Markham; grandparents, Dave and Mary...

Dave Scheffler

Dave Scheffler

Jun 2, 2022

David Joseph Scheffler

February 25, 1961-June 2, 2022

Dave Scheffler, 61, of Lino Lakes, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 2, 2022.  He was preceded in death by his father, Elmer.  He is survived by his wife, Mary; daughters, Hannah and Isabelle; mother, Rita; sister, Nancy (Harold); sister, Jean (Paul); nieces, Sara and Emily; in-laws, Marilyn Zebe, Steve Hofius family,...

Nicholas McDonough-Trost

Nicholas McDonough-Trost

May 30, 2022

 

Nicholas McDonough-Trost

Born in South St. Paul on April 12, 1992 and passed away in his home on May 30, 2022. Preceded in death by his mother Sheila McDonough and nephew Dylan Martinez. He is survived by his wife Grace; son Marlo; father Craig Trost; sisters Rosie Martinez (Charles Bougie), Stacie Martinez & Sierra Trost; nieces & nephews Haley,...

John Douglas

John Douglas

May 29, 2022

Douglas, John, 77, of White Bear Lake, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on May 29, 2022.

John is survived by the love of his life, wife, Sandy, of 50 years; daughter, Jody (Rich Nygaard); sons, Bob and Jon (Elizabeth); his sweet grandchildren, Shailey, Sophia, Anika, Paisley, Inara, Emmy and Sawyer; his brother, Ken; many nieces; nephews; and...

Louis F. Cocchiarella

Louis F. Cocchiarella

May 28, 2022

Cocchiarella

Louis F.

Age 78

Of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully on May 28, 2022 . He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Nancy; parents Dosianna & Michele Cocchiarella and sister Frances Kroska. Survived by loving children Annette (Gary) Ortt, Greg (Jennifer) & Scott (Shannon); grandchildren Matthew (Krystal) Ortt & Christina Ortt; Joe & Jessica Cocchiarella and Sophie,...

Rita Mae Leahy

Rita Mae Leahy

May 26, 2022

 

Rita Mae Leahy (Havel), Age 93, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 26, surrounded by her loving family.

Rita was born on March 26, 1929, in Montgomery, MN to the late Martin & Antoinette Havel. She was the youngest of six children. She grew up in Montgomery and worked at Franke’s Bakery and mastered the art of cooking and...

Joseph Zabilla

Joseph Zabilla

May 26, 2022

Joseph E. Zabilla, aged 75 years old, passed away at Country Manor in Sartell, MN on May 26, 2022. Joseph was born on August 31st, 1946 in St Paul, MN and lived throughout the twin cities most of his life. Joe spent most of his career working for the Minnesota Department of Transportation and loved spending time with his family...

Margaret Rose Anzevino

Margaret Rose Anzevino

May 25, 2022

Margaret Rose Anzevino

Born in St. Paul on 3-3-33; died on 5-25-22 at the age of 89. Margaret graduated from Johnson High School, Mankato State University, and UND with a Master’s degree in Education. She was a Business Education teacher and Librarian in the Roseville school district for over 30 years. After retirement she continued her love for helping children...

Donald E. Morehead

Donald E. Morehead

May 24, 2022

 

Donald E. Morehead

Age 95, St. Paul, passed peacefully May 24, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, John and Catherine; brothers, Wilbert, Robert, and Thomas. Survived by children, Todd and Donna; nieces, nephews, and friends. Served as a signalman in the USN during WWII; retired from the USPS as a postal carrier. He hunted, fished, golfed, woodworked, made fishing...

Mary Ashley

Mary Ashley

May 24, 2022

Mary Ellen Ashley (nee Austin)Age 72 - Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on May 24, 2022.

Mom was born in Red Wing, MN. She was the youngest of 3 children born to Raymond and Elmira Austin. Mom’s love of meeting new people and enjoying new experiences led her to move to the Twin Cities.  She settled in Vadnais...

Kenneth Dailey

Kenneth Dailey

May 13, 2022

Kenneth E. Dailey, 83, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully, Friday morning on May 13, 2022. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patsy Ann. He is survived by his daughter, Vickie; grandson, Bo (Shannon) Swanson; 2 great grandchildren, Loyal and Crew; and the extended Swanson Family; he is also survived by his sister, Nancy (Jack).

Ken was a...

Leo Elmer Pierre

Leo Elmer Pierre

May 13, 2022

Leo Elmer Pierre

Preceded in death by wife, Loretta; daughter, Nancy Bertsch and son-in-law, Tod Bertsch. Leo is survived by his children, David, Ralph (Lynn), Susan Hingos and Lorri; 9 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Annette Pierre and Audrey (Jack) Linn. Mass of Christian Burial 11am on Wednesday, May 18th at Transfiguration Church, 6133 15th St N., Oakdale. Visitation begins at 10am. Burial...

Thomas "Tom" K. Berube

Thomas "Tom" K. Berube

May 9, 2022

Thomas “Tom” K. BerubeAge 92 - Of St. Paul

Died peacefully on May 9, 2022. Preceded in death by loving wife, Joanne; parents, Thomas and Elizabeth; siblings, Allen, Joseph, Nan, Ann, Bernice, Florence, Ruby and Mary Helen. Thomas is dad of Tom (Diane) and Mary (Joe) Giannini; grandpa of Chris, Mia, Rene and Kayla; great-grandpa of Cody and Morgan; brother...

Clara LaBelle

Clara LaBelle

May 7, 2022

LaBelle, Clara M. (nee Johnson), 100, of St. Paul, passed away on Saturday, May 7, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold Sr. She is survived by sons, Arnold Jr. (Diane), Bruce, and Craig (Janet); grandchildren, Christa and Andrew; and great grandchildren, Kailee and Brayden.

Clara was a loving mom, grandma, and great grandma. She enjoyed knitting,...