Obituaries

Robert  Bruce MacKinnon

Robert Bruce MacKinnon

Jan 26, 2018

Robert Bruce MacKinnon (88) of Hopkins, MN. Born March 7, 1929 in St. Paul, MN. Bob went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 26, 2018. After a short battle with cancer, he died at home with his family around him. Bob was an educator and elementary school principal in Hopkins, and later worked...

Helen Hessian

Helen Hessian

Jan 26, 2018

Beloved mother and grandmother. Preceded in death by husband and best friend, Robert; parents, Stanley and Nellie Shupien; brothers, Matthew Palluck, William Palluck and Edward Shupien; sisters, Joyce Horton, Marion Schiffer, Jennie Stefanoc and Florence Rogers. Survived by daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Bruce Zirbes; grandsons, Zachary and Andrew Zirbes; and many other relatives and friends, including special friends...

Mark Invie

Mark Invie

Jan 25, 2018

Mark A. Invie age 56 of Mpls, passed away unexpectedly at home. He is survived by daughters, Nona Invie and Brianna Nierengarten (Brett); grandson, Harris; parents, Robert and Rosina Invie; special friend, Carolyn Long; brother, Brian Invie; sisters, Becky Satterman (Eric) and Manuela Abraham; nephews, Mason and John; niece, Kylie; other relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday from 4-6 PM...

Patricia Sheriff

Patricia Sheriff

Jan 24, 2018

Patricia Flinn Sheriff age 89, of Heritage of Edina, passed away on January 24, 2018. She was born in Helena, Montana on September 19, 1928. Patricia graduated from the University of Minnesota and received a BA from the School of Psychology at the age of 45. For 23 years, she worked as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor and was...

Pat Klassen

Pat Klassen

Jan 24, 2018

Preceded in death by husband Ed; parents Daniel and Elsie Kuhnert; and brother Harvey Kuhnert. Survived by daughters Robin (Steve) Naasz and Kay (Duane) Nelson; grandchildren Alex, Emily, Andrew and Tyler; brother Ken Kuhnert. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery.

Visitation one hour prior to service at church. SERVICES Visitation

Friday, January...

Roman Schommer

Roman Schommer

Jan 24, 2018

Roman Schommer, formerly of Osseo and Plymouth, peacefully entered the gates of Heaven January 24, 2018 at age 94. Forever in the hearts of Elizabeth, his wife of 71 years; children, John (Mary Ellen) Schommer, Laura Schommer, Mary (Bob) Peck, Rosalie (Peter) Kosmas, Tom (Carly) Schommer; 13 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; sisters and brother, Susie Benson, Francis (Germaine) Schommer,...

Frank  Richard Johnson

Frank Richard Johnson

Jan 24, 2018

Frank Richard Johnson passed away peacefully at home on January 24, 2018, surrounded by the love of his family. Survived by wife, Patti Rinne-Johnson; son, Brian (Erin) Johnson; daughter, Shelby (Chad) Gunia; son, Scott (Jessi) Rinne; grandchildren, Dylan, Madison and Allison Johnson, Veda and Laken Gunia; sisters, Loretta Hagan, Connie (Gary) Jung and Lisa Therres; brother-in-law, Del (Gloria) Utes;...

Barbara  J. Augustin

Barbara J. Augustin

Jan 23, 2018

Barbara Augustin (Dybdahl) of New Hope passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Minnetonka on January 23, 2018 at age 86.  Barb was born in Mpls. to Gerhard and Beda Dybdahl on January 18, 1932. Preceded in death by Curt, her loving husband of 45 years; 5 brothers and 2 sisters.  She will be deeply missed...

Curtis  L. Mattila

Curtis L. Mattila

Jan 23, 2018

Curtis L. Mattila, age 70 of Brainerd passed away Jan 23, 2018 in Cokato. He is survived by loving wife of 50 years, Margaret; children, Rebecca (Carl) Karvonen, Lee (Tuula) Mattila, Derek (Michelle) Mattila, Ann (Henry) Loukusa, Dean (Jennifer) Mattila, Andrew (Tricia) Mattila, Vaughn (Andrea) Mattila, Vanessa (Brady) Byman, Terry (Vanessa) Mattila, Roxanne (Blake) Simonson; 48 grandchildren, 4 great...

E.  Elaine Delmege

E. Elaine Delmege

Jan 22, 2018

E. Elaine Delmege, formerly of N. Minneapolis passed away January 22, 2018 at age 84.  Elaine was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa.

Preceded in death by her husband, William; parents, Harry and Leota; brothers, Alfred, Harry and Phillip Thacker; sisters, Jo Ann Thacker and Barbara Bruntmyer.  She will be deeply missed by daughter,...

Melvin  M. Lewis

Melvin M. Lewis

Jan 22, 2018

Preceded in death by wife, Lillian; son, Timothy. Survived by son, James Mishler; grandsons, Jason and David Mishler, great-grandchildren, Trevor, Katrina, Mason, Brandon, Alexis, Megan, Logan, London, Ryder and Otto; sister, Joy Brekke.

Please gather in Assembly Area #5 beginning at 11:30 AM. SERVICES Graveside Service

Tuesday, January 30, 2018 11:45...

Betty Henney

Betty Henney

Jan 21, 2018

Age 96, formerly of Robbinsdale. Preceded in death by her husband, Bill; son, Roger Henney and grandson John Cathey. Survived by son, Neil (Rosalind); daughter, Mary (Gary) Judd, several grandchildren and great grandchildren. A private family service has been held.

Wendel (Bob)  Haben,  Jr.

Wendel (Bob) Haben, Jr.

Jan 21, 2018

Haben, Jr., Wendel (Bob) Francis Haben, Jr. of Edina, passed away January 21. Bob was preceded in death by wife of 62 years, Julie, parents Wendel, Sr. and Louise (Siepelmeyer) Haben, brothers Jack, Bill and Tom. He is survived by brother Paul, sons David (Lana), Robert (Gretchen), & John (Amy); daughter Maureen Bailey; grandchildren Allison, Kristian, Madeline, Birdjan, Charlie,...

Joyce  E McGown

Joyce E McGown

Jan 20, 2018

Elizabeth Joyce was born 1927 in Anoka, MN, to James and Delia Brooks. Joyce was gentle soul, with a kind heart. She was raised on a farm with 2 older sisters and graduated from Anoka High School in 1946. Her dream in life was to have a large family. She married Lester McGown in 1948, and started building that...

John  "Jack" Ryan

John "Jack" Ryan

Jan 19, 2018

John E. “Jack” Ryan, age 93 of Edina. Jack survived by wife of 69 years, Mary Ann Ryan; son James Ryan; daughter Peg Ryan Kelly; grandchildren Cameron (Chris), Lindsey, Jon, Jill (Tom), Jenelle (Pete), James (Nina) & Julia; great grandchildren Tyler, Tanner, Ella, Kellan, Aidan & Ryan; sister-in-law Phyllis Hufnagle and many nieces and nephews. Jack was a graduate...

Fred  J. Hollis

Fred J. Hollis

Jan 19, 2018

Fred J. Hollis was taken home the morning of January 19, 2018 and we are grateful for his peace.  Fred was a brave soul who battled illness for the past three years.  He survived many instances with the odds stacked against him.  A true miracle. Fred had a tough exterior, but he was a kind and loyal man. He...

Trine Martinez

Trine Martinez

Jan 18, 2018

Trine A. Martinez, age 51 of Rockford, MN passed away January 18, 2018. He is survived by wife, Vicki; step children, Conrad and Roman Reyes; brothers, Victor (Mary) Martinez, Jesse Martinez, and Noel Martinez; sister, Eva (Mike) Castaneda; nieces and nephews, Allie, Michael, Vanessa, John Henry, Jonelle and Eddie; other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his sister,...

Doris  Ann Leuer

Doris Ann Leuer

Jan 17, 2018

Doris Ann Leuer, age 72 of Plymouth, Minnesota, died peacefully on January 17, 2018. She will be greatly missed. Doris is survived by loving husband, Loren; sons, Shawn (Brenda) Leuer of Plymouth, and Ross (Jennifer) Leuer of Minnetonka; 9 grandchildren; and many siblings, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and extended family. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Doris Leuer...

Annie  V. (Tomczyk)  Potvin

Annie V. (Tomczyk) Potvin

Jan 17, 2018

Anne V. (Tomczyk) Potvin, age 101, longtime resident of Robbinsdale. She was preceded in death by beloved husband, Felix; infant grandson, Timothy Potvin; parents; five sisters; four brothers. She will be deeply missed by her children, Marilyn (Duane) Carlson, Felix “Butch” Potvin Jr., Sue (Terry) Stripsky and Margie (Ken) Modeen; 12 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren (plus 3 due...

Robert  "Bob" Braun

Robert "Bob" Braun

Jan 16, 2018

Robert “Bob" Braun age 86 of Maple Grove, passed away peacefully the afternoon of January 16th at his home surrounded by his wife, Karen and Son, Chris. Bob lived in the community of 4 Seasons at Rush Creek where he received both love and support. Bob graduated from Virginia High School and served his country in the US Air...