Obituaries

Otto Clifford Dischinger

Otto Clifford Dischinger

Apr 29, 2026

Otto Dischinger Age 86, of Plymouth, MN, passed away peacefully on April 29th, 2026.

He was born on February 27,1940 to Otto Sr. and Ruth Dischinger. Otto was a long-term resident of Plymouth, where he built a life centered on family, friendship, and simple joys. He loved playing cards, fishing, his motorcycle and the Cadillac. He liked to tinker in...

Bradley Smith

Bradley Smith

Apr 29, 2026

Bradley (Brad) Smith, 71, was born in Minneapolis to Howard and Lorraine Smith on February 16, 1955. He passed away from lung cancer at his home in Minnetonka on April 29, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, and is survived by his son Brent, grandsons Trent and Nick, brother Ron (Nancy), sister Patty, nieces Michelle and Emma...

James "Jim" Lavon Shrack

James "Jim" Lavon Shrack

Apr 24, 2026

James (Jim) Lavon Shrack, age 92, of Loretto, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, April 24th, 2026, at Methodist Hospital. He was born in Redkey, Indiana, on December 16th, 1933, to William and Ruth Shrack.

Jim earned a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Purdue University and began his career with Cargill Incorporated. He married Gaye Ann Cheek on February 15th, 1959. During...

Wallace Duane George

Wallace Duane George

Apr 24, 2026

WALLACE D. GEORGE (Wally)

APRIL 24, 2026

On April 24, 2026 our beloved Wally was called home into the arms of the Good Shepherd. He went peacefully at the age of 94 with his family by his side at his home of 4 plus years, Good Samaritan Society, Robbinsdale, MN. The family is thankful for Wally's care team at Good Samaritan as well...

Lois Ann Newell

Lois Ann Newell

Apr 23, 2026

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Lois A. Newell

age 82, of Minneapolis, has been reunited in death with her beloved husband George. Born in Chambersburg, PA on November 18, 1943, she died at home, as was her wish, on April 23, 2026.Preceded in death by parents Albert G. and Mary G. of North Olmsted, OH. 

Survived by...

Richard L. Peterson

Richard L. Peterson

Apr 22, 2026

Richard L. Peterson was born June 7, 1925, to Carl and Ruby Peterson in Minneapolis, MN. As a child, along with his 3 sisters, Muriel, Bette, and Shirley, they moved a lot and lived in several communities across Minnesota and Wisconsin. They settled in North Branch, MN, where he graduated from high school in 1943, lettering in football and basketball.

In...

Patrick Allen Delmore

Patrick Allen Delmore

Apr 20, 2026

Delmore, Patrick Allen

Age 76 of Minnetonka, MN, passed away suddenly on April 20, 2026, Lake Plantagenet, Bemidji, MN.

He was born on January 3,1950, to Delores (nee Julson) and Daniel A. Delmore in Eau Claire, WI. He was raised first in Eau Claire and then Hopkins, MN. He graduated from Hopkins High School in 1968 and then attended Minneapolis College of...

Mael Kolor

Mael Kolor

Apr 19, 2026

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Mael Kolor was called into eternal life on April 19, 2026, at the tender age of 10. 

Born on July 23, 2015, Mael was a precious gift from God, wise beyond his years, resilient in the face of his health challenges, and a source of joy to all...

Gerald E. "Jerry" Zarriello

Gerald E. "Jerry" Zarriello

Apr 19, 2026

Gerald (Jerry) Ernest Zarriello, 87, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota passed away peacefully with family by his side on Sunday, April 19, 2026.

Jerry was born on May 23,1938 in Chicago, Illinois. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Army where after training he served 2 years as a Medic in Frankfurt, Germany. Jerry met his future wife...

Duane Charles Wosje

Duane Charles Wosje

Apr 17, 2026

Duane C. Wosje, 91, of Medina, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, entered eternal life as he passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026.

 

Duane was born on August 19th, 1934, and raised on a farm outside of Volga, SD. He graduated from Volga High School and went on to earn his undergraduate degree from South Dakota State University. He began...

Efstratia C. Bakritges

Efstratia C. Bakritges

Apr 16, 2026

Efstratia C. Bakritges was born on March 25, 1944, in the village of Stylia, Greece. She emigrated to America in 1961 at the age of 18, when her brother Aristides brought her for what was intended to be a six-month visit. During that time, he introduced her to her future husband, Christos, at a gathering. Their love quickly grew, and...

Phyllis Marian Brill

Phyllis Marian Brill

Apr 14, 2026

July 19, 1934 - April 14, 2026

Beloved Phyllis Marian Brill, age 91, of Winsted, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on April 14, 2026 at The Gardens of Winsted memory care community. We are thankful for her St. Croix hospice team and her daily cares team at The Gardens. She was born on July 19, 1934 in St....

Carol L. Erikson

Carol L. Erikson

Apr 14, 2026

Carol Lynn Erikson (née Johnson), 78, of Hopkins, Minnesota, passed away on April 14, 2026.

Born on February 23, 1948, in Minneapolis, to Manford and Mary Johnson, Carol was raised in Plymouth, Minnesota, and graduated from Wayzata High School in 1966. She went on to earn a nursing degree from Winona State University, beginning a long and meaningful career as an...

Jeanne Marie Christianson

Jeanne Marie Christianson

Apr 14, 2026



Jeanne Marie Christianson (née Jaunty) completed her epic 95-year run on April 14, 2026. Preceded in death by her husband, Earl, and her brothers, Joe and Bill Jaunty. Survived by children, Tony (Paige), David (Carol), Susan (Rob), Peter (Stephanie), Ted (Nancy), Bill (Lucina), Eric (Jennifer), Paul (Sheila), Tom (Lisa), Nick (Melanie) and their families. She was a true Minneapolis original,...

Chris Knight

Chris Knight

Apr 12, 2026

Chris Knight, age 65, beloved sister, aunt, godmother, and friend passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026 surrounded by family and friends. Born to Ed and Addie Knight on Nov. 9, 1960, Chris was the youngest of 10 children. She brought light, joy, love, and laughter to the world. She was a kind- hearted soul with a quick wit and...

Helen Elizabeth Ernst

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

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...

Marilyn Johnson

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,...

Mary Jo Lesch

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...

Carol D. Kenison

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...