Obituaries

Anthony Piekarczyk

Oct 18, 2024

Anthony Joseph Piekarczyk, (known as Tony, Dad, Pa-Pa, Pey, and Grandpa), passed away on October 18, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born July 22, 1949, and was raised in northeast Minneapolis. Tony was a navy veteran, as well as a 40 year employee of 3M working in research and development.

He believed in living a life of honesty, hard...

James Gilbert

Oct 14, 2024

James L. Gilbert, 84, of St. Paul, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Agnes Gilbert; brother, Pat; brother-in-laws; and nephews. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 62 1/2 years, Myra; daughter, Susan (Ron Jr.) Sherman; son, Ronald (Jennifer); grandchildren, Alicia, Luke, Ben, and Logan; sister-in-laws; brother-in-law; and...

Ryan D. Ashley

Oct 13, 2024

Ryan's obituary can be found on our Interra website, follow this link here: Ryan Ashley Obituary

Paula S. Prescott

Oct 13, 2024

Paula S. Prescott passed away on October 13, 2024 at the age of 76. Paula was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, as well as a dedicated educator and a gifted artist and musician. She lived a life rich with love and togetherness and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Paula grew up the second...

LaDonna Swart

Oct 8, 2024

LaDonna Swart, 79 of Hugo, MN passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones, on October 8, 2024.

She was born on October 20, 1944, in Benson MN to Arthur (Duke) Anderson and Maxine (Conyers) Anderson, both preceding her in death. She was a 1962 graduate of Willmar Senior High, where she enjoyed working as a car hop...

Ron Karel

Oct 7, 2024

KAREL

Ronald Robert

Age 70, of Shoreview,

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 7, 2024. Ron was born on November 26, 1953 in St. Paul, MN to Paul and Angela (Bastyr) Karel. Ron grew up in St. Paul, attended Holy Spirit Catholic School, and was a Cretin High School Grad (Class of 1971). He attended vocational school in St. Paul leading...

Stacy May McClaine

Oct 7, 2024

Stacy May McClaine

(nee Hubbard)

12/12/1974 ~ 10/7/2024

Stacy passed away suddenly & unexpectedly from a heart attack. Preceded in death by brother Scott & her grandparents. Survived by sons Brody & Cullen and their dad Clayton McClaine; parents Neice & Scott Hubbard; Clayton's mom Doris McClaine; aunts; uncles; cousins and so many friends. Stacy was the General Manager and COO for Atlantis...

Robert Loberg

Oct 3, 2024

Loberg, Robert J., 94, Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather, passed away on October 3, 2024. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Loberg; sons, Thomas and William Loberg; and daughter, Barbara Salem. He is survived by his children, Don (Holly) Loberg and Karen (Scott) Woodward; son-in-law, Daniel Salem; daughter-in-law, Diane Loberg; grandchildren, Tyler (Melissa) Woodward, Hannah (Jordan)...

Audrey Salkowicz

Sep 28, 2024

Audrey Jean Salkowicz (Cowen)

Age 89 of St. Paul

Passed away on September 28, 2024. Audrey was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. Her family eventually moved to Minnesota and she graduated from Humboldt High School in St. Paul. Audrey's full-time job was being a mother and homemaker. She made the best shortbread you've ever tasted! She'd always ask...

Gary Wright

Sep 24, 2024

GARY WRIGHT SR.

August 1, 1937 to September 24, 2024

Preceded in death by father, Sidney Wright; Mother, Marie Weppler/Romani; Sister, Dolly Wright and his faithful companion Lucky. Gary was a 1955 Graduate of Johnson High School, St.Paul and a long time employee of Keebler Cookies and proud union member of BCTGM.Survived by children, Gary Wright Jr, Daniel Wright, Julianne Wright &...

Madeline Morency Jantz

Sep 21, 2024

Madeline Morency-Jantz (nee Parenteau), Born March 17,1937, entered into heaven and the loving embrace of our Lord on Saturday, September 21, 2024. Preceded in death by husband, Bernard; daughter Linda; and second husband, Allan; brothers, Richard and LeRoy; and sisters, Carol and Marcella. Survived by children, Bernard (Judy), David (Charleen), Kenneth, and Douglas. Also survived by siblings, Raymond (Jane), Sarah...

Jack Holstrom

Sep 20, 2024

John "Jack" Holstrom, 87, formerly of the Eastside of St. Paul, passed away peacefully in the presence of family on September 20, 2024. Jack was preceded in death by loving wife, Kay; sister, Jeanne Beneke; brother, Peter; special friend, Marlene Lepsche; and daughter-in-law, Victoria. He is survived by his children, Jack Jr. (Lisa), Jim, Karen (Jerry) Hoppe, and Jay; grandchildren,...

Ronald Carpenter

Sep 20, 2024

Ronald Joseph Carpenter, Age 91, of White Bear Lake, passed away on Friday, September 20,2024. He is Survived by wife of 72 years, Gloria; children, Greg (Arlene), Joe (Sally), Jeff (LeeAnn),and Kim (Timm); 7 Grandchildren; & 9 Great Grandchildren. Ron played sports his entire life, and cherished family. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, Oct....

John Kulas

Sep 18, 2024

John Edward Kulas (1942-2024)

John Edward Kulas, 82, of White Bear Lake, died on 9/18/24.

John was born in Superior, WI in 1942 to Effie and John Kulas. He graduated from Superior Senior High and continued his education at University of Wisconsin Superior, graduating with a degree in Math. He worked in the IT field as an executive at Ellerbe Becket and...

Raymond Joseph Eberhard

Sep 18, 2024

Raymond Joseph was born into the loving arms of his parents on September 18th at 12:08 a.m. He received Baptism from his father and entered everlasting life shortly thereafter. His mom, dad, and grandma were blessed to meet him before he passed. During his 19 weeks of life, he was dearly cherished by his family, especially his parents and loving...

Pamela Parish

Sep 16, 2024

Pamela Leigh Parish

Age 69 of Oakdale, MN

Beloved Sister, Aunt, & Cousin

Passed away on September 16, 2024 due to complications that resulted after a long battle with cancer. Pam was a certified medical coder for 15 years. She enjoyed spending time tending to her plants and flowers. Pam was kind and had a fun sense of humor. She worked hard, and...

Mark Harrington

Sep 16, 2024

Mark Steven Harrington, age 70, passed away on September 16, 2024, at his Apple Valley, MN home with his wife, Kay, by his side. Mark fought like a warrior during his year long battle with acute myeloid leukemia.

Mark is preceded in death by his parents, Tom and Joan Harrington and brother-in-law, Ricardo Gonzalo. He is survived by his wife, Kay;...

Marvin Halbur

Sep 16, 2024

On September 16, 2024, Marvin Halbur passed away peacefully at the age of 91. 

Marv was born in Iona, Minnesota on April 14, 1933, the fourth child of William and Mary (Testroet) Halbur. He grew up working on the family farm and was 1 of the 4 members of the 1951 graduating class of St. Columba High School. He served in...

Jesse Jacobson

Sep 16, 2024

Lifestory for Jesse Jacobson

Jesse William JacobsonAge 47 of Fargo, ND & Mahtomedi, MNPassed away on September 16, 2024Jesse Jacobson was born on February 24, 1977, in Fargo, ND, to Tim and Kim (née Nystrom) Jacobson. From a young age, Jesse had two great passions: basketball and cars. As an 8th grader, he made a remarkable impact as a starter for...

James Nelson

Sep 15, 2024

James Allen Nelson, 80, of Maplewood, MN passed away on September 15th, 2024, after complications from a fall and a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease.

Jim was born on June 19, 1944, to Herma and Harlan Nelson Sr. in St. Paul, MN. Jim grew up in White Bear Lake where he attended White Bear High school. He then took a job...