Obituaries
Cynthia M. Andrews
Apr 7, 2026
Cindy Andrews, age 69 of Hamel, MN, passed away unexpectedly on April 7th 2026. She was born on October 3, 1956 in Wayzata MN to parents LeRoy and Eileen (Jackson) Barrett.
She was preceded in death by her parents LeRoy and Eileen Barrett.
Surviving are her sisters Sandy (Dana) Nelson and Gigi (Steve) Peecher: nieces and nephews Nate, Brandon, Nerissa, Danielle and...
Kathleen Mary (Haechrel) Hadley
Mar 19, 2026
Kathleen “Kathy” M. Hadley went to be with the Lord on March 19, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Born December 8, 1944, in Springfield, MN to Agnes and Richard Haechrel, Kathy was the oldest of 13. Many stories were shared of a bustling household with too many kids sharing one bathroom, where patience, laughter, and lifelong bonds were formed.
In 1963, Kathy...
Jean Marie Bednar
Mar 27, 2026
Jean received a call on March 27 that she could not refuse - a chance to join Milo, family, and friends in Heaven. Her extraordinary work on earth has come to an end.
Jean was a farm girl who taught first grade for 10 years. She married Milo in 1958 and they welcomed Dan, Pam (Kevin Chandler) and Steve into their...
Kathleen Ann Anderson
Mar 5, 2026
Anderson, Kathleen A.
Age 97 of Eden Prairie, died peacefully on 03/05/2026. Kathleen was born 05/07/28 in Franklin, MN, to Elmer & Dora Anderson.
Survived by many nieces & nephews,Greg, Debbie, Cindy, Jeff, Lori, Mark, Lisa, Michelle, Rene, Kristin; many extended family members & friends. Preceded in Death by siblings, Dorothy, Helen, Kenny; niece, Sheila Frenzel. Heartfelt thank you to Becky’s Place...
Marilyn Johnson
Apr 9, 2026
Age 92, of New Hope, MN, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald; her parents, Margaret and Joseph; her sisters, Mary Margaret, Marcele, Cleo, and her brothers, Harold and Thomas.
She is survived by her son, Matthew (Cindy), her grandchildren, Derek and Paige; many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Marilyn was born in Rockwell,...
Helen Elizabeth Ernst
Apr 12, 2026
Helen Ernst, 87, formerly of Chanhassen and Minneapolis, passed away on April 12, 2026.
Preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Thomas; infant son Paul; parents Daniel and Helen; brothers Jack, Daniel and Peter; sisters Mary and Margaret.
Survived by children, Thomas (Mary) Ernst, Jean (Barry) Greenwood, Mary (Joe) Anderson, Karen (Wayne) Zeien & John (Rachel) Ernst; grandchildren, Samantha,...
Sandra J. Johnson
Apr 12, 2026
Sandra Jean Johnson(Sondra), 75, of Crystal, passed away Sunday April 12, 2026.
Sondra is survived by daughters: Heather and Lisa Marie; grandson: Devin Lee; siblings: Sue, Michelle, Donn, David, and Chris. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Sondra was a loving mother and Omma. A proud woman, dedicated and hard worker, and friend. She loved her dinners out...
Mary Jo Lesch
Apr 9, 2026
Age 83 of Monticello passed away April 9, 2026.
Mary Jo loved her family and she loved children.
Her husband Phil was the light of her life. His death preceded hers by over 16 years and she thought of him every one of those days. He loved her fiercely, he made her happy, and he made her feel safe. She loved him...
Elaine Emma Eidem
Apr 8, 2026
of St. Louis Park, MN passed away on April 8, 2026. Elaine was born to Mike and Mabel Hartel on October 5,1925 in Minneapolis. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Thomas, after 71 years of marriage; and her beloved daughter, Sandra Alexander. Survived by daughter, Patricia (Dennis) Glumack; son, Michael (Cindy) Eidem; son-in-law, David Alexander; 9 grandchildren...
L. Marilyn Bowers
Apr 4, 2026
age 98, of Plymouth, MN, passed away peacefully April 4, 2026. She was preceded in death by husband, John; parents, Gabriel and Elsie Boedigheimer; brother, Michael Boedigheimer; daughter-in-law, Shannon Kilkenny; and many dear lifelong friends and family.
She is survived by sister, Michele Boedigheimer; children, Peter (Emily), Mark (Diane), Linda, Chris (Julia), Marguerite (Michael) O'Neill, Bridget (Victoria) Gaeleigh, Maureen (Shawn) Mason,...
Scott Donald McKay
Apr 5, 2026
Scott McKay, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and community servant, entered the presence of the Lord on Sunday evening, surrounded by love and prayer.
Scott lived a life marked by faith, integrity, and generosity. He was a pillar of strength for his family and a source of encouragement to many. His legacy of compassion, service, and unwavering devotion to God will continue...
Alvin "Al" C. Winter
Apr 4, 2026
Winter, Alvin C.
Age 98 of Woodlake Healthcare, New Hope. Al, oldest of 6 children, spanning 25 years. Survived by brothers, Mel of Columbia, MO, Loren of Saint Louis Park, Darrell of Cushing. Preceded in death by sister, Celine Urbanski of Saint Cloud and brother, Ronald of International Falls.
Married in 1954 in Rio, Brazil. He divorced. Following Catholic tradition, he did...
Brenda Jean Ballman
Mar 31, 2026
Brenda was born on May 1, 1967, to her proud parents, Julius and Ardelle Messenbrink, at St. Mary's Hospital. She lived with her family in Eden Prairie during the first year of her life, where she was also baptized. Brenda and her family later moved to the family farm in Grove City. She attended Atwater Public School through sixth grade before her...
Carolyn Jean Miske
Mar 22, 2026
Carolyn J. (Herrmann) Miske, age 79, of Rockford, MN, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. After experiencing a significant health event in February 2025, Carolyn courageously completed a lengthy rehabilitation and regained her independence. Her family and friends are deeply grateful for the seven months they were given with her before her heart weakened and Jesus called her home....
Mary "Eddie" Stetter
Mar 26, 2026
Mary “Eddie” Stetter, age 92, of Robbinsdale, beloved mother, cherished grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away with her family at her side on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
She is survived by her children, Kim Peterson (Paul), Ron Stetter (Sandy), Kristine Stetter (Heidi Pross), Brian Stetter (Judy) and Mary Gribble (Phil); grandchildren, Eric Peterson (Elizabeth), Angela Stein (Brandon), Carter Peterson, Ellen Stetter, Hanna...
Gerald "Jerry" Michael Keenan
Mar 21, 2026
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Without ever losing his optimism nor a word of complaint, our beloved husband, dad, Ga and Great Ga went ahead of us to our heavenly home. Gerald Keenan, aged 88, passed away at home on March 21, 2026, surrounded by his...
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...
Carol D. Kenison
Apr 9, 2026
age 92, of Orono, formerly of Plymouth/Crystal/Robbinsdale and the Phillips neighborhood of Minneapolis, passed away April 9, 2026. Preceded in death by loving husband Richard, parents, Sidney and Frances, brothers, Curtis and Roger, and sister, Jean, and dear friend Judy Nordgaard.
Carol graduated from Robbinsdale High School, she attended Minneapolis South High School until her senior year and has many fond...
Shirley Eileen DuBois
Apr 6, 2026
Shirley Eileen DuBois, age 70 of Plymouth, MN passed away after a long battle with cancer on April 6th, 2026, surrounded by her family. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, June 14th, more information to come.
Shirley was born November 19, 1955, to Orlend William Schmidt and Yvonne Schmidt Walker in Wells, Minnesota. She graduated in 1974 from...
Doris Jean Rank
Apr 5, 2026
Doris Jean Rank (Stender) 97, loving wife and mother, died on Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026, in Maple Grove, MN.
Doris was born at home on December 3, 1928, to Victor and Ethel Stender in Washington Lake Township, Sibley County, MN. She was united in Christian marriage with William Rank on February 23, 1951; they were blessed with 63 years of...
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