Obituaries
Veva Ann (McGuire) Arnold
Feb 20, 2025
Arnold, Veva Ann (McGuire)
Age 101, longtime resident of Golden Valley, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on February 20,2025. Veva was proceeded in death by her parents, Hugh and Mamie McGuire and five siblings; Phillip, John, William, Molly and Boniface, as well as her husband of 44 years, Heinz Arnold.
She is survived by her children; Lyn (Mike) Berglund,...
Judith "Judy" Jane LeRoux
Feb 18, 2025
To view the Funeral Mass for Judy, please click on the livestream link: Mass of Christian Burial for Judith LeRoux
age 86, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2025. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Tom, and her daughter-in-law Kristen. She is survived by her 2 brothers, Joe and David; her 4 children, Steve (Loree), Chris (Joel),...
Rose Marie Rich
Feb 16, 2025
Rose Marie Rich, a Duluth native and long-time resident of West Duluth, passed away on February 16th in Minnetonka, MN. She was 93. The daughter of Italian immigrants C.A. ‘Gus’ Rich and Mary B. (De Noble) she was preceded in death by her beloved siblings, Cosmo, Robert and Mary Ann. Rose Marie was proud to state her occupation as a...
Douglas Clair
Feb 14, 2025
Douglas Alan Clair passed away unexpectedly on February 14, 2025, at home in Robbinsdale at the age of 52. Douglas is survived by his wife, Jocelyn Clair, of Robbinsdale, two children: Jenna Clair of Ham Lake and Nash Clair of Robbinsdale, parents: Alan Clair of St. Francis and Kathleen (William) Broeckert of Brooklyn Park, half-sister, Brittany (Chris) Johnson of Waconia,...
Lynda Kay Lindberg
Feb 14, 2025
To view the recording of the memorial service, please click on livestream link: Memorial Service for Lynda K. Lindberg
age 71 of Apple Valley passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with Lewy body dementia. Survived by sons, Ryan Lindberg and Reece Kapla (Joseph); their father, Craig Lindberg; grandchildren Marlowe, Hannah, and Katelyn; step-son, Scott Lindberg (Rachel); brother, Gary Newman (Joanne);...
James W. Nelson
2025
Age 77, formerly of Fridley, passed away February 13, 2025 at Mission Farms in Plymouth. Jim is preceded in death by parents, Ken and Alice and brother, Bob. After graduation from Fridley High School, Jim spent time working the Alaska Pipeline. He was also active in the democratic party. A private burial will be held.
James M. Larson Jr.
Feb 12, 2025
James Myron Larson Jr (aka Jim, JR), age 66, was born in Owatonna, MN, the eldest child of James Myron Larson Sr, and Judith A. Jacobsen.
He grew up in New Hope along with his brother and two sisters. He served for life as big brother and protector. Tall and skinny, white-blond Jim got rag-dolled on the wrestling team, but found...
Stanley David Rahm
Feb 12, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley Rahm at the age of 92. A man of quiet wisdom, gentle humor, and unwavering love.
Stan was the proud owner of an investment business, he was known for his integrity and dedication. He loved simple pleasures-reading on the screen porch at the lake, taking naps on a lazy...
Julius Knute Strand
Feb 12, 2025
October 20, 1932 – February 12, 2025
Julius Knute Strand was born October 20, 1932, to Resada Georgina and Carl Strand in Mitchell, South Dakota. The youngest of five children, he followed siblings Margaret, Leona, Edward, and Duane. Julius worked on the family farm and graduated from Mitchell High School.
With a clear call to ministry, Julius enrolled at Marion College in...
Donald H. Beck
2025
age 96 of Brooklyn Park, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 12, 2025.
Born October 13, 1928, in Clear Lake, MN, Don grew up on the family farm with his siblings George, Ruth, Barbara, and Robert. He earned an engineering degree from the University of Minnesota and spent his entire career at Honeywell, retiring in 1988.
Retirement brought new adventures—he...
Edmond John Kalawa
Feb 11, 2025
age 39 of Minneapolis, formerly of Makeni, Sierra Leone, passed away on February 11, 2025. Memorial Service 10 AM Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 720 13th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415. Graveside Service will take place 10 AM Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Mound Cemetery, 3515 69th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, MN 55429.
Steven Oliver
Feb 11, 2025
Oliver, Steven D.
Age 77, of Plymouth Minnesota Passed away on February 11, 2025.
Steven is Survived by his Wife of 49 years, Kathleen; Daughters, Lindsey (Brett) Patterson and Kate (Brent) Courtney; Grandsons Charles and Andrew Patterson and Franklin, Carter, and William Courtney.
Steve was born in the Bryn Mawr neighborhood of Minneapolis and spoke fondly of his memories growing up with the...
Christopher Roe
Feb 11, 2025
On February 11, 2025, Christopher “Chris” Roe of Shakopee, MN, entered his heavenly home at the age of 55 after a battle with brain cancer. Chris was the oldest of two children born to Janice and Daniel Roe on February 11, 1970.
Chris graduated from St Louis Park High School and continued his education at the University of St. Thomas. He...
Peter James Rippberger
Feb 10, 2025
Died unexpectedly on February 10, 2025, at the age of 57. He was a lifelong resident of Corcoran, MN. Peter was born October 27th, 1967.
Peter was preceded in death by grandparents, Herman (Elizabeth) Rippberger, Kenneth (Alicia) King, Mary (Ralph) Mineo; sister, Maryann Rippberger.
Peter is survived by parents, Jim (Carol) Rippberger, Kathleen Rippberger; his brothers, Dan and Tom (Barb) Rippberger; his...
David Fischer
Feb 10, 2025
Click the link Below to View the Recording of David's Prayer Service and Funeral Service
Mass of Christian Burial for David Fischer
David Michael Fischer
August 21, 1946 - February 10, 2025
David Michael Fischer, age 78, of Brooklyn Park, MN passed away peacefully on February 10th, 2025. David (Dave) was born to Minnie (Olsen) and Alphonse Fischer on August 21st, 1946 in Worthington,...
Michael Shawn Houlihan
Feb 9, 2025
Michael Houlihan, age 63 passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Feb. 9, 2025. He fought multiple medical challenges but finally succumbed to pancreatic cancer after a 5-month battle.
He will forever be missed by his wife of 30 years, Pam; kids, Maddie (Mike) Lewis, Alex, Sarah; father, Pat (James P.); siblings, Tammy (Dave) Kight, Tim, Colleen (Lonnie) Faacks, Danny, Chrissy...
Donald (Don) Hansen
Feb 9, 2025
of Minneapolis, MN.
Born December 22, 1926, in Detroit, MI – passed away on February 9, 2025, peacefully at the age of 98.
Survived by his Daughter's Joyce (David) Wolters, Vicki Smith, Lori Hansen Kittleson, Karen (Greg P) Mulroy, Brother Gordon (Judith) Guptil, 11 Grandcildren, 16 Great-Grandchildren and 2 Great-Great-Grandchildren.
Preceded in death by his loving wife of 72 years Deloris (Szczech) Hansen,...
Dean Randall
Feb 9, 2025
Dean Arnold Randall, age 66, of Maple Plain passed away at home surrounded by family after losing his battle with stomach cancer on February 9, 2025.
Dean was born March 26, 1958, in Grand Rapids, MN, the son of Raymond and Alicia (Crawford) Randall. He started working for the Cleveland Cliffs Mining Co in Coleraine, MN his senior year of high...
William Strommen
Feb 8, 2025
Click the link below to view a recording of the service
Mass of Christian Burial for William Strommen
William Ray Strommen was born on August 3, 1942.
He grew up in Willmar, MN and came to Minneapolis to attend Dunwoody Institute of Technology after high school.
He married his high school sweetheart, Carol Jager and had celebrated 62 years of marriage living in St...
Glen Vaala
Feb 7, 2025
On Friday February 7, 2025 Glen Vaala died of natural causes while residing in assisted living at Heritage of Edina. Glen was born September 7, 1952 in Cresco, Iowa.
Glen was preceded in death by father Gregory and mother Valborg and several fine aunts and uncles and cousins.
He is survived by five brothers and sisters and five wonderful nieces and nephews.
Glen...
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