Obituaries
Barbara E. Johnson
Feb 12, 2026
To view the memorial service, please click on the livestream link: Memorial Service for Barbara E. Johnson
Barb Johnson of Wayzata passed away peacefully at the age of 74 on February 12, 2026. She was born on May 23, 1951, in Le Mars, IA to Lowell and Margaret Utesch.
She is survived by her loving husband John of 54 years, her daughter...
Barbara Lind
Apr 17, 2025
Barbara Blanche LindWith heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Mother and Grandmother, Barbara Blanche Lind, on April 17, 2025. She was a beautiful Mom and Grandmother, with a deep faith, a heart filled with strength and love for her family. Barbara loved to entertain. She truly had the gift of hospitality and her doors were always open...
Karen Ann Hayes
Feb 26, 2026
Karen Hayes
Born January 31, 1940 - Died February 26, 2026
"Her Children rise up and call her blessed. Proverbs 31:28”
It is with heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Mother, Karen Hayes, on February 26, 2026. She was a beautiful Mom, with a deep faith, a gentle heart, and filled with strength and love. Her life reflected Christ's light...
Wendy Lynn Buonfiglio
Feb 27, 2026
BUONFIGLIO, WENDY L., age 58 of Plymouth, passed away at home surrounded by family on February 27, 2026 after waging a courageous battle against endometrial cancer.
Wendy is survived by husband David Buonfiglio; son Thomas Skindingsrud; daughter Kathryn Peterson (Nolan); stepchildren Jinny and Christian Buonfiglio; Father Roger Cymbaluk, mom Paula Cymbaluk; brothers Michael Cymbaluk (Holly) & Tate Cymbaluk (Jody). She is...
Linda J. Horbal
Feb 25, 2026
Linda Jane Horbal, 85, passed away on February 25, 2026. She was born in Ottumwa, Iowa, raised in Fremont, Iowa, and most recently made her home in Rogers, Minnesota.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Fairy and Ronald Cook; her sister, Glenna; her daughter, Nancy; and her husband, Raymond. She is survived by her son, Bradley (Rebecca); grandchildren, Brennen...
Darrel "Joe" Maidment
Feb 25, 2026
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Maidment, Darrel “Joe”
age 79 of St. Louis Park, passed away on 02/25/26.
Survived by beloved wife of 57 years, Louise; children, Cynthia, Sara (Jeff) Neilsen, Darleen; grandchildren, Joseph, Justin, Kiesha, Ryan (Genesis), Cashmir (Ta’Kyle), Michael, Austin (Samantha), Macaya, Diego; great-grandchildren, Mekhai, Zyon, Mateo, Analia, Xamira, siblings,...
Brian James O'Keefe
Feb 23, 2026
April 12, 1979 - February 23, 2026
Brian James O'Keefe, 46, of Salt Lake City, Utah, passed away on February 23, 2026 in the mountains outside Salt Lake City, doing what he loved most. He was born in New Prague, Minnesota and grew up in Chanhassen, where his love of adventure began and never slowed down.
Known to many simply as "Keith,"...
Joanne Lucille Rabatin
Feb 13, 2026
Joanne Lucille Rabatin, a loving presence to so many, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, surrounded by her family in Rochester, Minnesota. She lived her life to her final days with a radiant smile, laughter and a heart filled with gratitude and faith.
Born April 22, 1940, Joanne was the third of six children of Dolores and Vincent Wallerius. She...
Terese Pauline Miller Haak
Feb 24, 2026
Terese "Terry" Miller Haak
Terry Haak was born on January 16th, 1931 to Ed and Ruby Miller in Mpls, MN. After graduating from St. Margaret's Academy, she worked for an insurance company as a secretary.
Terry was united in marriage in 1952 to George Miller, and enjoyed military life while stationed at the Ellsworth Air Force base in Rapid City, SD for...
Mark Allan Brust
Feb 21, 2026
Mark Allan Brust, 56, of Crystal passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. He was born to William and Sondra Brust on August 8, 1969 in Minneapolis. Mark went to Pilgrim Lutheran School, where he met many of his lifelong friends, through 8th grade. He then transferred to Rosevelt High School. He graduated from Rosevelt in 1987. After graduation, he went on to the...
Laura Christine (Derner) Franklin
Feb 14, 2026
Livestreaming of the service will be available at https://www.lordoflife.org/celebrationoflife
Laura Christine (Derner) Franklin, age 46 of Rockford, passed away February 14, 2026, after a tough fight with cancer. Laura was born on May 22, 1979, to Steven and Christine Derner. She grew up in Maple Grove where she graduated from Osseo Senior High in 1997. She then went on to earn...
Martin Jerome "Jerry" Trafas
Feb 15, 2026
January 17, 1941 – February 15, 2026
Martin Jerome Trafas, known to all as Jerry, passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital surrounded by family on February 15, 2026, at the age of 85.
Born on January 17, 1941, in Little Falls, Minnesota, Jerry was the youngest of five children and was proud of his Polish heritage. He graduated from Little Falls High...
Dawn Elenore Zarriello
Feb 17, 2026
Dawn Elenore Zarriello, 79, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, February 17, 2026.
Dawn was born on October 27, 1946 in St. Paul, Minnesota and moved to Brooklyn Center in 1957. There she graduated from Brooklyn Center High School in 1964. Dawn devoted 43 years to serving the residents at the Park Crest...
Arnold Henry Popp
Feb 12, 2026
Popp, Arnold Henryof Brooklyn Park. Passed away on February 12, 2026 at the age of 71.Arnold is survived in his passing by his sons, Matthew (Michelle) and Andrew (Cindi); grandchildren, Alyssa, Alexis, Tyler, Lucas, Amalia, and David; siblings, Mindy, Terri (John), Cathy (Ed), Mike, as well as nieces, nephews, and friends.Preceded in death by brothers, David, Tony, and Kenny.A memorial...
Mary E. "Miki" Banavige
Mar 1, 2026
Mary E. “Miki” Banavige, of Maple Plain, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord on Mar 1, 2026.
Miki was born on January 16, 1939, to Kenneth and Annetta “Isabelle” Mutchler at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington D.C. Miki grew up in McLean, Virginia and was a very proud member of the first graduating class at McLean High School. She attended...
Peter E. Lundin
Feb 24, 2026
Peter E. Lundin, age 69, passed away on February 24, 2026. Preceded in death by his father, mother and one sister. Pete was a Christian Youth worker beginning his service in his high school years at Camp Nathaniel (MN). Throughout his college and post college life to the age of 30, he served the Lord, around the world as a...
Ricky Dean Burton
Feb 24, 2026
Ricky "Rick" Dean Burton (72) of Brooklyn Park, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on February 24, 2026. Rick commanded the room with his humor and enthusiasm. He enjoyed playing board games (especially cribbage), poetry, spending time with his family, and connecting with people. His vision of the afterlife was a place where he could reclaim his health and...
Sharon Blackhawk
Feb 23, 2026
Sharon Lee (Tuchtenhagen) Blackhawk, age 87, died on the morning of Monday February 23rd, 2026, at NorBella Senior Living in Champlin.
Born in Howard Lake Minnesota on November 15, 1938. Sharon was the daughter of Ewald and Hattie (Lewison) Tuchtenhagen. She grew up in Howard Lake and Albert Lea, graduating from Albert Lea High School with the class of 1957. She...
Patricia Ann Bradford
Feb 23, 2026
Bradford, Patricia A.
Age 87, lifelong resident of North Minneapolis, passed away Monday, February 23, 2026.
Patricia was a loving and caring wife, mother, grandma, and great-grandma. Her family was her most prized possession. Patricia always put family before herself and was willing to help them any way she could. Money and material goods meant nothing to her. She enjoyed volunteering her...
Leonard William Koehler Jr.
Feb 22, 2026
Preceded in death by father, Leonard Sr.
Survived by mother, Mary Jane; brother, Gary (Cindy); sister, Gale (Terry) Bowe; niece, Alicia (Slim) Merriman; nephew, Shane (Melissa Ortel); great nephews, Devon (Kate) and Brenden (Rachel Aho); great-great niece, Brynnley; other relatives and friends.
Len was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing.
Visitation 10-11:30 am, with 11:30 am prayer service, on Tuesday, Mar....
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