Obituaries

Leonard Kedrowski

Leonard Kedrowski

Jul 13, 2025

Len Kedrowski

Age 83 of White Bear Lake

On July 13, 2025, Len Kedrowski passed away peacefully after a long illness. In his final months and days, he was surrounded by his wife, family, and friends. We are so grateful to the many people who supported Len this year with visits, calls, cards, and gifts.

Len was born to Michael Kedrowski and Alma...

Nick Ryder

Nick Ryder

Jul 13, 2025

Nick Ryder

Age 73

Passed away on July 13, 2025 from a tired heart. Born January 22, 1952 to Jake & Lenore Ryder and grew up in Maplewood, MN. Nick graduated from St. Olaf College and went on to help run the family business, Woodland Beach Resort on Bay Lake. On April 1st, 2000, Nick married the love of his life, Therese...

Michael Myron Mayfield

Michael Myron Mayfield

Jul 12, 2025

Michael “Mike” Myron Mayfield passed away unexpectedly in his sleep on July 12, 2025, at the age of 69. He was the heart of his family and a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.

Mike is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Elizabeth (Bidwell) Mayfield; his children, Matt (Nicole), Leah, Luke and son-in-law, Jason; and his...

David Hoffman

David Hoffman

Jul 11, 2025

David Robert Hoffman, Age 87. David was born on April 3, 1938 and was the son of Ruth (nee Berndt) and Robert Hoffman. David passed away peacefully at St. John's Hospital on Friday, July 11, 2025. 

David was a long-time resident of White Bear Lake. He ran his own business building and remodeling homes in the area for many years. In...

Raeef Butros

Raeef Butros

Jul 11, 2025

RAEEF JERIES BUTROS

March 13, 1930-July 11, 2025

The daughters of Raeef Butros are deeply saddened to share the passing of their father on July 11, 2025. He was loved by many and, despite health challenges, was cheerful right up to the end of his life. When family and friends came to visit, his face would light up with happiness. When words...

Ann Marie Stockness

Ann Marie Stockness

Jul 11, 2025

Ann Marie (nee McTigue) Stockness

August 30, 1930 - July 11, 2025

(Obituary as Published in the Pioneer Press 7/16/2025) Irish Catholic to the core, Ann was a woman of great faith. She grew up in St. Paul where she attended Cathedral Grade School and St. Joe’s Academy. In 1950, she married the love of her life, Harvey Stockness, and settled in Roseville...

Monica Moris

Monica Moris

Jul 8, 2025

Moris,

Monica Marie

11/5/54-07/08/25

Monica, age 70, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully at The Shores of Lake Phalen. Preceded in death by parents, Lee and Irene Moris. Survived by her brothers, Rev. Daniel and Michael Moris; nephews, Jarod and Mitchell; nieces, Jessica, Rachel, and Natalie; great nephews, Brody, Carter, Cameron, and Miles; great nieces, Macie, Amelia, and Rosemary. Monica loved God...

Nancy Marsha Rush

Nancy Marsha Rush

Jul 8, 2025

Nancy Marsha Rush

Age 82 of White Bear Lake

Passed away unexpectedly on July 8, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Nathan & Marie Britzman; Susan Rush; Ruth Smith; John Kapan; Kaye Oscar; Roger Knapp; Bill Knapp; and Troy Shutler. Survived by children, Wendy, Matthew (Rebekah), and Michael (Deb); grandchildren, Austin, Jackson, Cody, Layla, and Azariah; sister, Dolly Britzman; her dog, Chance;...

David Gibson

David Gibson

Jul 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Michael Gibson Sr., a beloved father, son, brother, and friend, who left this world on July 6, 2025, at the age of 60, after a battle with cancer. David was born on November 19, 1964, in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, to Donald Edward Gibson and Drucilla Ann Gibson (Vacca)....

Rosemary Kostohryz

Rosemary Kostohryz

Jul 6, 2025

Rosemary passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025. She was a remarkably kind and talented individual. A gifted singer, seamstress, and exceptional cook, she took pride in performing at the Sydney Opera House with the Sweet Adelines. During her leisure time, Rosemary dedicated herself to volunteering at the North St. Paul Food Shelf and reading to the visually impaired, as...

Donald A. Demuth

Donald A. Demuth

Jul 3, 2025

Donald A. Demuth was born on July 11, 1933 in International Falls, MN and passed away, at 91 years old, in Chisago, MN. He was first preceded in death by his loving wife Rita (NEE Poirier), then preceded in death more recently by his loving wife Vivian (NEE Orstad); his parents Frank and Mary, and his brothers James and Ronald....

Harvey Dale Erickson

Harvey Dale Erickson

Jul 2, 2025

Life Story for Harvey Dale Erickson: 

Harvey was born in Braham, Minnesota on July 7, 1942, He was the first-born son of Verner and Mable Erickson. He graduated from Pine City High School in Pine City, Minnesota. Harvey joined the Navy in 1960 and served until 1968 when he was honorably discharged.

Harvey met his loving wife Patricia while he was in...

Delores Kaphing

Delores Kaphing

Jun 29, 2025

Kaphing (nee Burback), Delores, 92, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill"; daughters, Mary and Carol; and sons, Michael and Richard "Dicky". She is survived by children, William, Linda (Ed) Meyer, Patricia Tollefson, Mitchell (Barb), and Laura (Dan) Chouinard; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great- great...

Lorraine Virginia Van Dell Cournoyer

Lorraine Virginia Van Dell Cournoyer

Jun 28, 2025

Lorraine Virginia Van Dell Cournoyer

May 7, 1921 – June 28, 2025

Lorraine Virginia Van Dell Cournoyer, age 104, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at October Cottage Elder Care in Scandia, Minnesota.

Lorraine was born on May 7, 1921, in Duluth, Minnesota. She was the third of seven children and one of three daughters born to Theodore...

Maureen Raymond

Maureen Raymond

Jun 28, 2025

Raymond (nee Flanagan), Maureen, 71, of White Bear Lake, passed away in her home surrounded by family on June 28, 2025. She is survived by her husband of 51 years, JT; daughters, Rheanna (Patrick) O'Brien, Katherine (Christopher) Leibel, and Marie; grandchildren, Fiona and Freddy; siblings, Mary Pat, Michael, and Margaret Flanagan; and other nieces, nephews, family and friends. Maureen was...

Joann Rockstroh

Joann Rockstroh

Jun 27, 2025

Rockstroh, Joann, 79, longtime resident of Oakdale, passed away on Friday, June 27,2025. Preceded in death by parents, William and Irene; and brother, Dennis. Survived by cousins and friends. Retired after a long career with 3M.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, July 7, 2025 at Hazel Park Congregational United Church of Christ1831 Minnehaha Ave E, St...

Gerard Westbrock

Gerard Westbrock

Jun 26, 2025

Gerard "Jerry" Bernard WESTBROCKWESTBROCK, Gerard "Jerry" Bernard - of Shoreview, MN, passed away on the morning of June 26, 2025, at the age of 68. A beloved grandpa, father, brother, and son, Jerry was born on September 23, 1956, in Birmingham, MI, and raised in White Bear Lake, MN, to parents William and Bernice Westbrock, who preceded him in death,...

Harry Swanson  (Pastor Harry)

Harry Swanson (Pastor Harry)

Jun 25, 2025

Harry Raymond Swanson was born to Raymond and Esther Swanson on March 24, 1933, in St. Paul, Minnesota. He grew up on the East side and graduated from Harding High School in 1952. Later that year he joined the Navy and served aboard the U.S.S. Hancock aircraft carrier for four years during the Korean War, with stops in Japan, China,...

Peggy Palen

Peggy Palen

Jun 23, 2025

Peggy Ann Palm Palen (Nee Sommerdorf); a spirited and beloved member of the White Bear Lake community, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2025, at The Pillars Hospice Home, just shy of her 91st birthday. Born on July 15, 1934, in St. Paul, Minnesota, Peggy lived a life full of love, service, and a little bit of sass that endeared...

Dorothy Masters

Dorothy Masters

Jun 17, 2025

Dorothy Irene Masters born on June 17, 1945 and passed away on June 17, 2025 at the age of 80 years. She is preceded in death by Michael, son Joseph, parents Charles & Ruth Orme, siblings Chuck, Pat, Mary & Phyllis. Dorothy is survived by her children Kim Taylor (John), Jennifer Siegersma (Scott), Mike, Molly Danielson (Geno) and Emily Heller...