Obituaries

Dec 8, 2020

Falzone John T. Beloved Dad, Grandpa Great Grandpa Born January 6, 1935 and passed away December 8, 2020. Preceded in death by wife of 57 years, Marge; son-in-laws Keith & Rick; sisters and brothers. Survived by children Sheila Sterner, Terri Germain (Ken), Donna Falzone & John Falzone (Debb); grandchildren Daniel, Dana, Christopher, Jamie (Tom), Ben (Jayme), David (Rosie), Ryan (Paul),...

Dec 6, 2020

Marilyn Lavonne (Erickson) Singer April 16, 1940 – December 6, 2020 With striking red hair, a sharp wit and an infectious laugh, Marilyn Lavonne (Erickson) Singer moved through life with curiosity and charisma, enjoying adventures all over the world during her 80 years. She dabbled in fine art, fashion modelling, skiing and boating. She embraced working motherhood and volunteering at...

Dec 6, 2020

Richard Joseph Arcand Sr. “Dick”, 99, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 6, 2020. Preceded in death by his wife, Shirley (nee Hoffman); daughter, Barbara; son, Larry; and grandsons, Andrew and Guy. Survived by children, Richard Jr. (Shirley), Anyrine (Kevin Morris) Claassen, Mari Sievers, Carole (Neil Langer), Patrick (Jane), and Barry (Nikki); 18 grandchildren, 21 great...

Dec 4, 2020

Brian Huu Chau, 39, passed away early in the morning of December 4th, 2020 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. He was born on May 6th, 1981 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the youngest son of Phung Huu Chau and Loc Thi Chau. Brian grew up happily and became very successful banker. He attended Johnson High School and went on to the University...

Dec 4, 2020

10/22/1944 - 12/4/2020 James Joseph Markie, age 76 of St Paul, MN, passed away on December 4, 2020 with his family by his side. Jim was born in St Paul, MN on October 22, 1944. He grew up in White Bear Lake, MN, and entered the military at age 18. Upon returning from the military, Jim held various positions during...

Dec 3, 2020

On December 3, 2020, Barbara Jean Vizanko, loving mother of four, grandmother, and great–grandmother passed away at the age of 98. She was born on October 1, 1922, to Lydia and Joseph Kasmarek in Washburn, Wisconsin. Barb graduated from Superior State Teachers College and taught kindergarten in Ashland, Wisconsin before moving to Montana with her husband Buzz and staying home...

Dec 2, 2020

Vera Ann Mathson, (Tomlenovich), of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, passed away on December 2, 2020, at the age of 80. Preceded in death by her mother, Catherine Dean, and her father, Tom Tomlenovich. She is survived by Robert, her husband of 59 years, children Mary and son in law, Mark Braun, Julie and son in law, Doug Dillon and John...

Dec 2, 2020

Joseph Arnold “Joe” Neely, 55, of Wyoming, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Preceded in death by his parents, James and Dona Neely. Survived by his wife, Lisa Neely; his forever buddy, his lab, Cooper; siblings, Rosemary Fisher, Tom (Beth), Patti (Bill) Joslin, Jill Twedt, Jim (Kirsten “Kirby”), Rich; many nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Joe...

Nov 30, 2020

Nancy Catherine Roth, our beloved daughter, sister, aunt, age 59, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 30, 2020. Her passion was gardening and flowers. She will be dearly missed by her mother, Nancy Sr.; siblings, Mary Jo (Mitchell), Bill, Peter, Angela (Larry), Paul (Debbie); nieces and nephews, Danial (Erin), Andrew, Joel, Heidi, Theresa; great nieces and...

Nov 27, 2020

Ruby Audrey Grace Hohenauer (Hitzman) Age 96 of Vadnais Heights Passed away November 27, 2020 Ruby was a longtime resident of Vadnais Heights. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bob, parents, brothers, sister and infant great-grandson. Ruby is survived by her children, Sharron Hohenauer, Bonnie Sunn, Sheila Hohenauer, Jolene (Bob) Huiras and Robert Hohenauer Jr.; 10 grandchildren; 21...

Nov 24, 2020

Edward G. Pendergast Beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa & Friend Passed away peacefully at home on November 24, 2020 after a long battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Preceded in death by his son Ted. Survived by his best friend and loving wife Kris; son Michael, stepdaughter Heather Parish, stepson Christopher Parish (Danielle); grandchildren Jack and Amanda Pendergast and their mother Tracy,...

Nov 24, 2020

Nov 21, 2020

Robert Joseph “Moe” McGuire passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020. He was born November 7, 1945, the son of Claude and Bernice McGuire. Bob was raised in the lovely village of Green Isle, Minnesota and graduated from Arlington-Green Isle High School in 1963. He served in the United States Army and then made his home in St. Paul. Bob...

Nov 19, 2020

Doris Marie Zangs (nee Goeltl) Age 91 of Saint Paul, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2020. Born December 6, 1928. Doris was one of three children born to Ella (nee Brunner) and Lawrence Goeltl and grew up in the Frogtown neighborhood of St. Paul, attending St. Agnes Catholic Church and School. After high school, Doris worked at St. Paul...

Nov 14, 2020

Lawrence “Lonnie” V. Johnson Age 82 – Went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 14, 2020. Lonnie is preceded in death by parents, Lawrence and Ellen Johnson; daughter, Kristine Sauer; granddaughter, Mari Cocchiarella. He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Pat”; children, Daniel (Karina), Lori (Michael) Cocchiarella and William (Kristy); 9 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; brothers, Phillip (Colleen)...

Nov 14, 2020

Catharine was born on August 10th, 1925 to Oscar and Jessie Covert in Fithian, Illinois. Catharine met the love of her life, Richard Haas, at a roller rink during World War II and they were married on June 30, 1946 and were married for 74 years. They had four children, 8 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. She moved to Minnesota...

Nov 13, 2020

LeVasseur, Jeff Age 61 of St. Paul Passed away November 13, 2020 Preceded in death by his parents Betty & Joe; brother Richard and step father Milton "Skip". Survived by children Ken and Abby Walters (Matt); grandchild Kaniel; brothers Danny, Bobby and Joe; step-brother James; extended family Tony, Rob & Randy and nieces, nephews & cousins. Jeff was an automotive...

Nov 12, 2020

Obituary as will be published in Pioneer Press- November 22, 2020 Longeway Laurell Lee (nee Schmitz) age 81 Of White Bear Lake formerly St. Paul Passed away November 12, 2020. Preceded in death by parents Al & Pearl and son-in-law Steve Becker. Survived by children Kevin (Vicki), Lynn Larson (Mike), Dawn Lang and Laurell Becker: 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren...

Nov 10, 2020

Ohr, Jane (nee Wirtz) Age 70 of St. Paul Passed away suddenly on November 10, 2020. Preceded in death by twin Joan, who she missed everyday; brothers Frank, George, Paul & David and parents Ernest & Ida. Survived by husband of 50 years, Jim; daughters Louise (Tim) and Linda (Jeff); granddaughter Devon; great grand puppy Cujo; siblings Betty, Larry, Rosemary,...

Nov 9, 2020

Joseph W. Unger 1937 - 2020 Joseph Walter Unger age 83, of Hugo MN passed away peacefully on November 9th, 2020 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. He was born on March 8th, 1937 in St. Paul, MN. Joe met and fell in love with his wife, Judy Krier on a blind date in 1960. They were married on...