Obituaries

Violet Dean

Violet Dean

Sep 21, 2021

Dean, Violet Wasmundt (nee Anderson) Age 90 of St. Paul Passed away peacefully September 21, 2021. Preceded in death by first husband, Marvin Wasmundt; second husband, Robert Dean; parents, Avard and Margaret Anderson; sister, Arlene Whipple; and stepson, Michael Dean. Violet was born in St. Paul, MN on September 3, 1931 and grew up in Hastings, MN. After graduating from...

Tracy Larson

Tracy Larson

Sep 20, 2021

Tracy Anne Larson Of Hugo, formerly of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on September 20, 2021. Tracy graduated from Johnson High School and went on to receive her Bachelor’s degree from University of Wisconsin – River Falls. She had been employed at Boston Scientific for the past 7 years where her coworkers became some of her greatest friends. Tracy was...

Rosella Cockriel

Rosella Cockriel

Sep 20, 2021

Cockriel Rosella (nee Norton) ~ Age 93 Lifelong St. Paul Resident Passed away peacefully at home on September 20, 2021. Preceded in death by husband William & oldest son Keith. Survived by children Vince (Cindy), Connie Cockriel-Collison (Kevin), Robert (Bonnie), Ronald (Jeanne), James (Jean) & John (Barbara); daughter-in-law Betty Cockriel; 18 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sister Helen Alberg and many...

Paul Magelssen

Paul Magelssen

Sep 20, 2021

Pastor Paul Magelssen born on June 14, 1948 in Park Rapids, MN and passed away September 20, 2021 at the age of 73 years. Preceded in death by his parents Hans “Mill” and Mary Magelssen and granddaughter Lydia Wahlstrom. Survived by wife Sheryl; daughters Laura Wahlstrom (Todd) and their son Drew, Rachel Johnson (Scott) and their children Boaz & Adele,...

Jeanne Woeltge

Jeanne Woeltge

Sep 18, 2021

Woeltge, Jeanne L., 78, of Hugo, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends on Saturday, September 18, 2021. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Kristin Woeltge. She is survived by her husband, David Woeltge; daughters, Lori (Brad) Jacobsen and Julie (Randy) Yamauchi; granddaughter, Samantha Carlson; brother, Raymond (Lola) Simons; sister, Marla (Robert) Troje and many other...

Geraldine "Gerri" Lee (nee Schmidt) Kohler

Geraldine "Gerri" Lee (nee Schmidt) Kohler

Sep 15, 2021

Kohler (nee Schmidt), Geraldine “Gerri”, 73, of Chetek, formerly of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Verle and Renee Schmidt; sisters, Judy (Ron) Peltier and Kathy Raschke; and former husband, Harry McGoon. She is survived by her companion of 25 years, Duane Reischel; daughters, Sherry (Justin) Carrie,...

Richard Ferguson

Richard Ferguson

Sep 15, 2021

Ferguson, Richard “Fergy” 62, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, from respiratory complications due to COVID-19. Fergy was born in the Philippines, moved to the United States when he was 7, and grew up in Long Beach, CA. After high school, he served in the US Navy for 11 years. He gave his life...

Nicholas Huesman

Nicholas Huesman

Sep 14, 2021

Nick’s Story 4/27/84 – 9/14/21 Nicholas Joseph Huesman (“Nick”, “Nickel”, “Nicker doodle”, the original “Huesy”, “Nuesy”, “Nuesman”) was born in Minneapolis at Fairview Riverside to loving parents, Steve and Deb.

Nick grew up on the Eastside of Saint Paul where he shared a bedroom with both of his brothers, Ben and Alex, teaching him the intricacies of conflict and resolution. Nick...

Lawrence C. Brown Jr. "Butch"

Lawrence C. Brown Jr. "Butch"

Sep 4, 2021

Brown, Lawrence Jr. “Butch, 78 of East Side St. Paul, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 4, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence Sr. and Marge Brown; and brother-in-law, Pete Lepsche. He is survived by his sister, Marlene Lepsche; nieces, Laura Splinter, Michele (Mitch) Blatt, and Judy (Dan) Auger; great nephews; great niece; and many other...

Lynn Schilla

Lynn Schilla

Sep 3, 2021

Lynn Marie Schilla, 59, of White Bear Lake, passed away Friday, September 3rd, 2021 at home after a 26-year battle with cancer. Lynn was a wonderful wife, mother, grand-mother, daughter, sister, aunt and mother-in-law. She valued family time and rarely missed a family gathering. She was often found with a camera in her hands snapping pictures to later scrapbook. She...

Matthew Collins

Matthew Collins

Sep 1, 2021

Collins, Matthew "Matt", 53, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 1, 2021 surrounded by family and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Michele; step father, Chuck; and sister, Julie. He is survived by his daughter, Christine (and fur-grandbaby Max); fiancée, Laurie Johnson (and fur-baby Zeus); step children, Tanya Johnson and Mike (Abby) Johnson; grandchildren, Dom...

Rosa Salinaz

Rosa Salinaz

Sep 1, 2021

Rosa M. Salinaz, nee Gonzales, age 84, of Chicago, IL, died Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at her residence. A native of St. Paul, MN, Rosa was the daughter of the late Carlos and Sarah, nee Tobar, Gonzales. She loved life, animals, crocheting, and making people happy. Beloved mother of Gina (Ray) Yacoub, Jennifer Salinaz, Pam (John) Nardi, Sue Salinaz, Art...

Patricia Huberty

Patricia Huberty

Sep 1, 2021

Patricia Ann Huberty April 15, 1939 - September 1, 2021 Pat spent her life caring for others. She devoted her life to caring for her youngest son who had cerebral palsy for 49 years. She was retired from the St. Paul School System after 25+ years working as a teacher’s aide in the special ed department. She is preceded in...

Matthew Swanholm

Matthew Swanholm

Aug 30, 2021

Matthew "Matt" Karl Swanholm Age 48 of St. Paul, formerly of New Brighton Matt passed away on Monday, August 30, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Bill. Matt is survived by his mother, Judy; brothers, Joe (Tara) and John (Nancy); nieces and nephews, Clare, Will, Kyle, Susie and Annie. Memorial Mass at 11am on Friday, September 3rd...

David Smith

David Smith

Aug 30, 2021

David S. Smith Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother and Friend Preceded in death by his wife, Teresa and mother, Grace. David is survived by his children, Shirelle (Jesse) Mauch, Jeffrey (Angela) and Adam (Amanda); grandchildren, Alyssa, Keira, Liam, Mya, Damian, Lucy, Lola and Lily; siblings, Kathy, Roger, Deb, Bruce, Jean, Sue and Greg. Visitation 9:30-11:30am on Saturday, September 4th at Mueller...

Jodi Taylor

Jodi Taylor

Aug 29, 2021

Jodi L. Taylor Age 56 passed away unexpectedly on August 29, 2021. She is preceded in death by her mother, Loretta Johnson. Jodi is survived by her father, Jack Taylor; loving partner, Jens Christensen; son, Ryan Taylor (Alicia Hawkins); grandchildren, Jack Taylor and Adrianna Hawkins; sisters, Jackie Taylor (Jeff Kittleson) and Jerri Taylor-Dawe (Pat Dawe); loving nieces and nephews, Kelly...

Ronnie Johnsen

Ronnie Johnsen

Aug 29, 2021

Johnsen Ronnie Beloved son of Rosie & Bobby Of Obb’s Bar Peacefully passed away August 29, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Rosie & Bobby and sister Kathey. Survived by siblings Denny (Karla), David (Pattie), Jimmy (Sue), Debbie and Gary; many nieces, nephews, extended family & friends. Ronnie loved sports especially hockey. Service Wednesday, September 1 at 1:30 pm with...

Alexander Christoff

Alexander Christoff

Aug 29, 2021

Alexander S. Christoff, 37, of White Bear Lake, was tragically killed due to an act of violence against him on Sunday, August 29, 2021. He was preceded in death by his grandma “Ria”. He is survived by his parents, Rosa and Thomas Swearingen; brothers, Max (Emily) and Noah (Ericka) Christoff; step brother, Dennis Swearingen; step sisters, Jacque Swearingen and Molly...

Ann Holland

Ann Holland

Aug 28, 2021

Holland Ann (nee Murphy) Age 80 of St. Paul Preceded in death by parents Eleanor & Wallace Murphy: brother Deacon Larry Murphy and niece Colleen Murphy. Survived by husband Michael; siblings Jerome (Kathleen), Katherine Gontarek (Greg), Robert (Mary Lou), Dennis (Joanne), Mark (Rita) & Mary Jo Nelson (Jake); sister-in-law Betty Lou Murphy and many nieces, nephews and their families. Ann...

Russell Clymer

Russell Clymer

Aug 25, 2021

Clymer Russell O. Beloved Father, Grandpa Great Grandpa, Brother & Friend Passed away peacefully on August 25, 2021 at the age of 88 years. Preceded in death by wife Phyllis; son Richard; grandson Matthew; great granddaughter Alexis and sister Marylyn Apel “Sis”. Survived by children Patricia Berger (Jay), Thomas Clymer (Michele) & Robert Clymer (Shari); grandchildren Joseph (Lindsey), John, Stephanie,...