Obituaries

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...

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...

Richard "Dick" Meath

Richard "Dick" Meath

Jul 29, 2025

Meath, Richard "Dick", 84, of Vadnais Heights and Hugo, passed away on July 29, 2025.

He is survived by wife of 61 years, Donna (Silbaugh) Meath; children Mary (Greg) Doriott of Harris, MN and Rich (Beth) Meath; as well as six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He also leaves behind his brother Bill Meath of Michigan; and sisters Barb Turnblad, Helen...

Christopher Gregory

Christopher Gregory

Jul 27, 2025

Christopher C. Gregory, born April 6, 1970 passed away on July 27, 2025. Preceded in death by his mother Gail and infant brother Thomas. Survived by his father Charles; his sister Dawn (Craig) Meyers, and nieces Mackenna & Danielle. Chris graduated from the University of Montana and worked at Alaskan Airlines in the marketing department. He had many health issues...

Joan Marie Ring

Joan Marie Ring

Jul 25, 2025

Joan Marie Ring

Age 69 of White Bear Lake

(nee Schostag)

Passed away suddenly on July 25, 2025 less than a day after her brother Jay passed away. Preceded in death by parents Fred & Mary; brothers Fred & Jay. Survived by husband Tom; daughters Renee Lange (Todd) and Robin Kohler (Luke); grandchildren Reyna, Landon, Rilynn & Alana; sister, Sandy (Tom) Seebold ;sister...

Cynthia Johnston

Cynthia Johnston

Jul 24, 2025

Cynthia "Cindy" Johnston passed away on July 24, 2025. Born in Park Rapids, MN, Cindy moved to the Twin Cities as a child, where she built a life filled with love and laughter. Her legacy lives on in her four beloved children, Allan (Kaylee) Johnston, Steven Johnston, Michael (Ellen) Johnston, and Angela (Derek) Boone, and her four beautiful grandchildren, Inga Boone,...

James Franzen

James Franzen

Jul 24, 2025

James Louis Franzen

Passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Louis & Julie. Survived by wife, Eileen; children, Eric (Brandi), Jessie (Jeff), and Josh (Janet); papa to Nolan, Oliver, Evelyn, Elijah, Penelope, and Juniper; sister, Pat Saxon; and other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Thursday, July 31, 2025 at St. Genevieve Parish Community...

Henry "Jay" Schostag

Henry "Jay" Schostag

Jul 24, 2025



Henry “Jay” Schostag

Age 71

Of Hugo/White Bear Lake

Passed away suddenly on July 24, 2025 less than a day before his sister Joan. Preceded in death by parents Fred & Mary; brother Fred. Survived by wife of 36 years, Grace LaValle Schostag of Hugo; children Rochelle Knotts (Corbyn) & Clayton; grandson James Jay and another boy on the way; sister, Sandy (Tom)...

Cheri Gorman

Cheri Gorman

Jul 22, 2025

Cheri Gorman, 93, of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Frederick "Skip" Will; second husband, Dennis Gorman; and son, Gary Will. She is survived by her children, Ron (Mary) Will, Tony (Wendy) Will, Greg (Carol) Will; Gary's significant other, Kellie Anderson; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-...

Linda Rae Tschetter

Linda Rae Tschetter

Jul 21, 2025

Linda Rae Tschetter (Pierson)

Age 58 of White Bear Lake

Passed away on July 21, 2025. Born on November 14, 1966, in Mahtomedi, MN, Linda spent her formative years in the area before going on to graduate from Century College, and earning her Bachelor's degree from Metro State University. In 1993, she tied the knot with her beloved husband, Robert "Bob" Tschetter,...

Judy Tetzlaff

Judy Tetzlaff

Jul 21, 2025

Tetzlaff, Judy Ann (Jackelen) It is with great sadness that the family of Judy Tetzlaff announces her passing after a battle with pancreatic cancer, on Monday, July 21, 2025 at 68 years old.

Judy will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 46 years, Tom; and children, Kristy, Lance (Teresa); and grandchildren, Chelsea and Brooklyn.

Judy will also be fondly remembered by...

Joshua Brix

Joshua Brix

Jul 18, 2025

Joshua Timothy Brix born February 7, 1988 and passed away unexpectedly on July 18, 2025. He was preceded in death by his father Bruce. Josh is survived by his fiancée Kate Wilson; mom Kim Brix; sister Stacy (Joel) McIntosh and their children Nora, Matty & Vivian. He was beloved by his family, many friends and his employees at United Healthcare....

Rebecca  "Becky" Wyganowski

Rebecca "Becky" Wyganowski

Jul 16, 2025

Rebecca Lynn Wyganowski, “Becky,” of St Paul, was born on December 31,1966 and passed away, surrounded by family on July 16, 2025, at the age of 58. She is survived by her loving husband Jay Mews and their canine companion, Boji; brother Bob (Kristy) and their sons Brandon and Ryan; brother Russ (Renaye) and their children Rachel, Garrett, Trevor and...

Barbara "Bobbee" Dowdal

Barbara "Bobbee" Dowdal

Jul 15, 2025

Barbara "Bobbee" Dowdal (April 25, 1940 – July 15, 2025)



Barbara "Bobbee" Dowdal, beloved mother, grandmother and friend, “shuffled off this

mortal coil” on July 15, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on April 25, 1940, in Waukon, Iowa,

Bobbee was the youngest of eight daughters born to Mary Frances and Harlan Link.



After years of picking an untold number of strawberries, Bobbee...

Louis Vetter

Louis Vetter

Jul 15, 2025

Louis "Joe" Vetter

Age 81

Of St. Paul

Passed away on July 15, 2025 after complications from Dementia/Alzheimer's. Preceded in death by parents Robert & Medora. Survived by wife of 59 years, Joanne (nee Monno); children Christopher (Katie) & Rachel Bahn (Chris); grandchildren Katie Carr (Nate), Brad Vetter, Maxton & Emmy Bahn; great grandson Layne; brothers Steve (Laurel), Gene (Holly) & Mark (Penny);...

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...

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...