Obituaries
Judith Saarela
Mar 8, 2026
Judith J. Saarela
1940-2026
You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord,who abide in His shadow for life, say to the Lord,"My Refuge, My Rock in Whom I trust."
And He will raise you up on eagle's wings,bear you on the breath of dawn,Make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of His hand.Judy was born in Wadena,...
Jerilyn A. Smith
Mar 7, 2026
Jerilyn Smith, 63, of Plymouth, passed away on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at home with loved ones by her side. She was born to Donald and Linda Houg on August 26, 1962.
Jerilyn grew up in St. Olaf, IA, and graduated from the University of Iowa in 1984. She married fellow Hawkeye and the love of her life, Grant, in 1985....
Philip Charles Lindblad
Mar 6, 2026
Lindblad, Philip C.
Age 84 of St. Louis Park, passed away on 03/06/2026.
Survived by beloved wife, Barbara; children, Steven, Elizabeth and Tony Lanham, Molly and Alexander; sister, Jeanie Young. Preceded in Death by parents, Donald and Fern; sister, JoAnn.
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Thursday, March 26, 2026, at St. Therese of Deephaven Catholic Church, 18323 Minnetonka Blvd., Deephaven, MN 55391....
Lillian D. Ylitalo
Mar 12, 2026
Lillian Darlene Ylitalo (Halonen) passed away peacefully at the age of 86. Lillian was born August 14, 1939 in Valley City, North Dakota to Charles and Tyyne Halonen. She was united in marriage to Paul Ylitalo on September 3, 1960. They were blessed with 14 children.
Lillian was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; daughter, Shari, sons, Ronald and Bradley;...
Irene M Larson
Mar 8, 2026
Larson, Irene M.
Age 98 of St. Louis Park, formerly Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026. Irene was born on March 31, 1927 in Auboué, France, to parents Gino Gagliardi and Antonia DiFillipo Gagliardi. Irene had a passion for fashion and had won multiple National Presidential Sales Awards with Donaldson's, and Carson Pirie Scott department stores. She was an...
Kirk Andrew Williams
Mar 6, 2026
Kirk Andrew Williams, 73, passed away on March 6, 2026. He was born January 5, 1953, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, to Robert and Corrine Williams.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Beverly Ann Williams.
Kirk is survived by his wife, Jill Hanson-Williams; and his brothers, Donald Williams, Robert Williams, Michael Williams, and Alan Williams.
With his charm, warmth, and...
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...
Joseph Lynell "Joe" Lentz
Feb 13, 2026
Joseph Lynell “Joe” Lentz passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at the age of 67, surrounded by his family.
Joe was born in Pampa, Texas, on October 11, 1958. During a family reunion, his great aunt and uncle met Joe when he was nine months old. He was adopted a few months later, along with his brother, Dale. Lynell “Bud”...
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...
Dorthy (Dodie) M. Sprout
Mar 7, 2026
Dorthy (Dodie) M. Sprout, 78, of Plymouth, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Visitation will be from 5 to 9 PM Friday, March 27th at Gearty-Delmore Plymouth Chapel, 15800 37th Ave N (@ Vicksburg Lane).
Funeral Service will be 11 AM Saturday, March 28th at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2801 Douglas Ave N, Crystal, MN 55422, with visitation...
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...
Bruce Edwin Scott
Mar 6, 2026
Bruce Edwin Scott, age 80, of Golden Valley, Minnesota, walked into his heavenly home on March 6, 2026.
Bruce was born on September 9, 1945, to Dale Vernon Scott and Alva Jean Scott (née Opem), arriving alongside his twin brother Barry John. He grew up in Anoka, where he made many of his lifelong friends- the Benzians, Gallaghers, Adrians, Goodrichs, Petersons,...
Sara Jean Wangstad
Mar 4, 2026
Sara Jean Wangstad (Banks), 81, formerly of Kingston, NY and Plymouth, MN passed away March 4, 2026. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Loren. Survived by children, Loren (Shay), Jim (Heidi), Mark (Belissa), Lorrie (Cliff) Banks, and Teri (Jon) Wetternach; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends. A private celebration of life will be held. In lieu...
A Thi Nguyen
Mar 4, 2026
A Thi Nguyen, age 92, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away on March 4, 2026. She is survived by her four sons Minh, Giang, Ha, Ty, daughter Nuong, and 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at Gearty-Delmore Funeral Plymouth Chapel, 15800 37th Ave North, Plymouth, MN 55446. Burial at Grandview Park Cemetery.
8:30 AM -10:30 AM:...
James O'Donnell Rennie
Mar 2, 2026
James O. Rennie
November 13, 1936 — March 2, 2026
James O’Donnell Rennie, a loving presence to so many, departed this life on March 2nd, 2026. He lived his life to his final days with a radiant smile, laughter and a heart filled with gratitude and faith.
Known affectionately as “Papa” to many, James embodied family and love in their truest forms. He...
Anne Gertrude Benzinger
Mar 2, 2026
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Anne Gertrude Benzinger, 92, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026 with family by her side.
Anne was born on November 15, 1933 to Henry and Beatrice Hanson in North Minneapolis. She spent her early years in Minneapolis graduating from North High School. Her close circle of...
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...
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...
Karen Ann (Swan) Slaney
Feb 26, 2026
Karen Ann (Swan) Slaney, age 87, of Champlin, passed away on February 26, 2026.
Karen was a long-time resident of Maple Grove and worked as a Paraprofessional for the Osseo School District until retirement in 1997. She and Dennis moved to Champlin in 2007. Karen was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. Family was her most important focus and...
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...
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