Obituaries

Floyd  M. Thompson

Floyd M. Thompson

Mar 29, 2019

Floyd M. Thompson

Born in the Iowa family farm home, September 11, 1918; died in his Corcoran, Minnesota home, March 29, 2019.  Known as Floyd, Merle, Tommy, Tom Thompson and Mister Tom.  He was a Navy veteran, cancer survivor, faithful servant/steward, self-educated, inventor, mentor, business owner.  An adventurous man, grateful member of the Twelve-step program, his wife’s...

Helen  F. Connell

Helen F. Connell

Mar 28, 2019

Helen F. Connell passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 28, 2019.

She was predeceased by husband Ric, daughter Kate Kurimay (Jim), infant son Peter, brother Wayne Hay, grandsons TJ and Spencer,and son in law Dick Bowman.

She is survived by children Terri Bowman, Tom (Peggy), Anita Whims (Mark), Jenn Houle (Leon), Lisa Flood (Mike), and...

Debra  Ann Gabrelcik

Debra Ann Gabrelcik

Mar 26, 2019

Loving and devoted wife, mom and grandma, Deb passed away suddenly in Tennessee on 3/26/2019 while surrounded by her family. She was born 11/13/1955 and grew up in Delano.

Survived by husband of 43 years, Randy; children, Allison, Lindsay, Max; granddaughter, Paige; beloved grand fur kids, Chet and Jingle; sisters, Sandra Lobitz, Janice Bogenrief, Cheryl (Mike) VanderLinden;...

Virginia  Mary Foggia

Virginia Mary Foggia

Mar 26, 2019

Virginia Mary Foggia, age 92, of Maple Grove, MN went to be with our Lord on March 26, 2019, surrounded by loving family.  Born March 20, 1927 in Chicago IL.

Predeceased by her parents Fred and Rachele Iovino; brothers Frank (Ann), Angelo (Nancy) and Mario (Vincenza) Iovino; twin sister Jennie (Jack) Bollito; and great grandson Nathan Foggia....

George  H. Beehler

George H. Beehler

Mar 26, 2019

George H. Beehler, 92, recently of Rehoboth Beach, passed away Tuesday, March 26, 2019.

He was a longtime printing salesman at Security Bank Note Co. George was an avid bridge player and New York sports teams fan.

He is survived by loving wife of 64 years, Aileen; children, Patricia (James) O’Donnell, Christopher (Patty) and John...

John  W. Rowley

John W. Rowley

Mar 26, 2019

John W. Rowley, 89, of Golden Valley, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, March 26, 2019.

He was a longtime member of the Berean Class at Wooddale Church.

John was a fun-loving and caring father, and was an active trombonist for the majority of his life.

Preceded in death by loving...

Matthew  David Fishbein

Matthew David Fishbein

Mar 26, 2019

Survived by beloved son, Jackson; mother, Cheryl Kleinman; father, Michael Fishbein; grandma, Sylvia Kleinman; sisters, Rebecca Gaudreau, Laurie (Brad) Ellsworth and Libby Fishbein; mother of Jackson, Charis Fishbein; nieces, Belle, Abby and Tory Gaudreau, Eliana and Rylie Ellsworth; special friends, Tony, Drew and Julio; other relatives and his US Foods family.

Preceded in death by grandparents, Jack...

Maria  "Mary" Potyondy

Maria "Mary" Potyondy

Mar 25, 2019

Maria "Mary" Potyondy, age 92 of Plymouth, passed away March 25, 2019. She is preceded in death by husband, Oskar Potyondy and parents, Andreas and Katharina Waldherr. Survived by daughter, Christina Potyondy (Wayne Smith); granddaughters, Alyson Potyondy-Smith (Heather Spear) and Andrea Potyondy-Smith (R.J. Ochmann); nephews, Stephan Potyondy (Marion), John Potyondy (Edie), David Potyondy (Lianne Knych); many grand nieces, grand...

Jeanette  J. Barthel

Jeanette J. Barthel

Mar 24, 2019

Jeanette J. Barthel, 87, of Brooklyn Park, formerly of Robbinsdale, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, March 24, 2019.

Jeanette was a member of the Westphal Legion Auxiliary. She loved to sew and spend time with family and friends at the cabin.

She was preceded in death by sisters, Gale Montague,...

Mark Duffey

Mark Duffey

Mar 22, 2019

Mark E. Duffey, age 62, of New Hope, passed away suddenly at his residence on March 22nd.

Preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Jane.

Survived by wife, Kathleen; children, Kelley (Josh) DeSmit, Sean and Katlyne Duffey; grandchild, Elouise and another on the way; siblings, Carol (Rob) Lange, Karen Bumgarner, Mike (Judith) Duffey and...

William  Donald Conley

William Donald Conley

Mar 22, 2019

A Faithful Life of Service

William Donald “Don”Conley was a pillar; the cornerstone of faith to his family and community. Don was a husband, a father, a grandfather, a great-grandfather, a public servant, a leader, and a volunteer.

Don led his life by example. He led a life of contemplation and prayer and...

Jeffrey  Lynn Schweiberger

Jeffrey Lynn Schweiberger

Mar 21, 2019

Jeffrey Schweiberger age 63 of Minneapolis.

Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Joyce, brother David. Survived by wife, Vicki and brother Keith (Lynn). Nephew, John (Angela), nieces Kate (Rick), and Stephanie (Scott).

Memorial Service Gearty-Delmore - Plymouth Chapel Saturday, April 27, 2019 11:00 AM Email Details 15800 37th Ave North Plymouth,...

Joan McShane

Joan McShane

Mar 19, 2019

Joan E. McShane, age 76 of Minneapolis, passed away March 19 following a brief battle with cancer.

Survived by sisters Marie (Bill) Berliner of Beaverton OR, Helen McShane of Portland, OR, Susan McShane of Minneapolis, Lois (Bruce) Netjes of Twin Falls, Idaho and Julie (Charles) Bosshardt of Owatonna, MN; brother Richard (Janice) McShane of Owatonna, MN; other...

Ruth  E. Civilla

Ruth E. Civilla

Mar 19, 2019

Civilla, Ruth E., age 95 of St. Therese Home, New Hope passed away 3/19/19.  Preceded in death by husband of 57 years, Joseph.  Survived by daughters, Cindy (Dave) Brostrom and Gail (Tim) Peterson; grandchildren, Ross (Jen), Paul (Karra) and Mark (Meghan) Brostrom; Tracy (Kevin) and Josh (Dez) Peterson; great-grandchildren, Allie, Joey, Blake, Marci, Bennett, Madison and Emily; other relatives...

Dorothy  Lee Costigan

Dorothy Lee Costigan

Mar 18, 2019

Dorothy Lee Costigan, age 88 of Golden Valley passed away March 18, 2019. She was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Survived by husband, Robert; children, Deborah, Linda and James; grandchildren, Bridget and Kyle Gavin, Briana and David Jordan, Brendan Batzlaff, Alaina Brazinsky, Trisha Millikan, Ashley and Christopher Kurtock, Christia Costigan, Erin Costigan, Joseph and Daneille Costigan; 13 great...

Carolyn  Rose Goad

Carolyn Rose Goad

Mar 17, 2019

Carolyn Rose Goad

Age 74, of Plymouth. On March 17, 2019, Carolyn received her promotion to glory to be with her beloved Jesus. She was a beautiful soul who was loved by everyone who knew or provided care for her. Carolyn has flown Over the Rainbow....There is No Place Like Home.

Preceded in death by...

James  "Tony" Bristo

James "Tony" Bristo

Mar 17, 2019

Bristo, James “Tony”, age 71 of Mpls.  Preceded in death by mother, Myrtle.  Survived by brothers, Billie J. and Robert (Zaneta); and sister, Katherine.  Visitation Friday (3/29), noon-1 PM with service 1 PM at Gearty-Delmore Robbinsdale Chapel, 39 th and W. Broadway.

Funeral Service Gearty-Delmore - Robbinsdale Chapel Friday, March 29, 2019 1:00 PM...

Orlando Neal

Orlando Neal

Mar 15, 2019

Services for Orlando will take place 12:00 PM (Noon), Monday, March 25, 2019 at New Salem Missionary Baptist Church, 2507 Bryant Avenue North, Minneapolis.  A visitation will held from 5:00-8:00 PM, Sunday, March 24, 2019 at the Gearty-Delmore Plymouth Chapel, 15800 37th Avenue North, Plymouth and again at the church one hour prior to his service.

Edward  James McConville

Edward James McConville

Mar 14, 2019

Survived by wife Sue, daughter Carrie (Andrew) Henningsgaard, son Sean (Erika) McConville, beloved granddaughters Gloria and Layla McConville; sisters Mary Beth (Paul) Dunn and Colleen (Steve) Ricci, brother Tim (Kathi) McConville and many other relatives and friends.

Preceded in death by parents Betty and Edward McConville.

Ed was a proud 33-year employee of General Mills. ...

Matthew  Reid Schmidt

Matthew Reid Schmidt

Mar 13, 2019

Died unexpectedly at home on March 13.

Matt blessed our lives with kindness, compassion and his gentle nature.  We will miss the joy he brought to us as a playful uncle, loving son and brother.

He leaves behind parents, Susan Reid and Mark Schmidt; sister, Kate Shelton and her husband, Drew; brother, Joe Schmidt and...