Obituaries

Arlene Grace Oberg Johnson

Arlene Grace Oberg Johnson

Apr 11, 2025

Arlene Grace Oberg Johnson age 83, passed away on April 11, 2025. Arlene was born August 9, 1941 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Curtiss and Beulah Oberg. After graduating from Central High School in 1959, she attended the University of Minnesota, graduating from the Institute of Technology with a BS in education in 1963. While at U of M, she...

Robert Fern

Robert Fern

Apr 10, 2025

Robert (Bobbie) Lee Fern Sr. was born on September 15, 1933, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Delvina (Veit) and Arvid Fern.

A passionate sportsman, Robert enjoyed football, boxing, and hunting. He excelled as a football player at Mound High School, where he played both halfback and linebacker, earning All-Lake Conference Team honors for two consecutive years.

After graduating, Robert attended barber school and...

Olene Louise Bigelow

Olene Louise Bigelow

Apr 10, 2025

The service, for Olene, will be live-streamed at the following link: Memorial Service for Olene L. Bigelow

Olene Bigelow, 81, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Minneapolis, MN.

Olene is survived by her daughters, Stacie Darke, PhD and Jill Bigelow Rossing (David Rossing) and her brothers and sisters. Olene is preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Lawrence Bigelow, her...

Thomas Joseph Pierce

Thomas Joseph Pierce

Apr 9, 2025

age 75, of Plymouth, MN, passed away on April 9, 2025, after an extended illness. Thomas was born on April 10, 1949, in Superior, WI to loving parents Maurice and Beverly (Rawn) Pierce. He graduated from Superior Senior High School in 1967, earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Wisconsin-Superior in 1973 after two years of...

Richard Pooley

Richard Pooley

Apr 9, 2025

Richard Dale Pooley (1942-2025) Richard Dale Pooley, age 82, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away on April 9, 2025.

He was born on November 17, 1942, in Sioux Falls, SD, to Dale and Kathryn Pooley. Richard graduated from Mitchell High School in Mitchell, SD, in 1960. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Education from General Beadle State...

Roger M. Anderson

Roger M. Anderson

Apr 9, 2025

To view an on demand recording of Roger's memorial service please click here.

Roger M. Anderson age 83, longtime resident of Golden Valley, MN, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, and has been reunited in heaven with his beloved wife Carol, daughter Christina Miller, parents Milan and Dolly Anderson.

He will be dearly missed by his children, Carla (Alan) Bergseth, Cindy...

Timothy Joseph Beaupre

Timothy Joseph Beaupre

Apr 7, 2025

To view the Recording of the Funeral Mass, please click on the link below

Mass of Christian Burial for Timothy J. Beaupre



passed away peacefully in his home on April 7, 2025, at the age of 78. Tim was born in Duluth, MN on July 26, 1946.

Preceded in death by parents Paul and Marcella Beaupre and his in-laws Alexander and Jean Winkler....

Nelda Black-Welch

Nelda Black-Welch

Apr 5, 2025

Nelda Black-Welch age 73 of Crystal.

No known survivors.

Graveside service 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, April 15 at Mound Cemetery, 3515 69th Avenue North, Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.

Mary E. Branson

Mary E. Branson

Apr 5, 2025

Mary Branson (nee Keister), 73, of Minneapolis, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025 after a recent illness.

Mary is survived by siblings, Carole (Bob) Pepin, James, Thomas, Laurie and Jerry (Helen) Keister; nieces and nephews, Michael (Ashley) Pepin, Matthew (Brittany) Pepin, Shannon (Jeff) Lundquist, Jenna and Krista  Keister; her kitty, Katie. 

She was preceded in death by parents, George and Patricia...

Charlotte M. Gavin

Charlotte M. Gavin

Apr 5, 2025

Charlotte Marie Gavin passed away at 84 on April 5th, 2025.

The youngest of 7 siblings, Charlotte was the first woman in her family to attend college and valued the importance of education. She met the love of her life, Bob, in high school and was his devoted companion and best friend for nearly 70 years. Charlotte was a family woman...

Jacqueline Anne (Hanson) Warmbo

Jacqueline Anne (Hanson) Warmbo

Apr 3, 2025

Jackie was remarkable for her kindness, generosity, and resilience. Family, friends, music, books, and gardens were her passions. She passed away quietly in her sleep on April 3, 2025, at age 96, having lived out her years vibrantly in her cherished home, with a full calendar until the end.

Jackie will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her....

Ellen P. Abram

Ellen P. Abram

Apr 3, 2025

Ellen P. Abram age 73 of Plymouth.

Remembered by her loving husband, Kevin; daughter, Mary Rose Abram (Mark Hulting); grandson, Fineas; son, Michael Abram (Caitlin); grandchildren, Ava, Jack, and Isabella.

Preceded in death by daughter, Mary Rose; granddaughter, Cecilia; parents, Rose and Thomas Jones.

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Friday, May 2 at the Church of St. Bartholomew, 620 Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata.

Interment...

Bryan Lee Olson

Bryan Lee Olson

Apr 1, 2025

age 69, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at his home in Poinciana, FL, from complications of pancreatic cancer. Bryan is survived by his wife Deborah (Root), his daughter Kristen, sister Patti (Richard) Pagenkopf, 4 nieces/nephews and 3 grandnephews/niece.

He is predeceased by parents Merwin & Betty Olson, sister and brother-in-law, Dennis & Carol Erickson and his beloved dogs Barney...

Dr. Kenneth E. Richie

Dr. Kenneth E. Richie

Apr 1, 2025

of Hanover, MN, passed away peacefully at the age of 86 in his winter retreat in Bentonville, AR on the 1st of April, 2025. Born on the 15th of May, 1938 in St. Paul, MN, Ken lived a life filled with intellect, passion, generosity, and deep love for his family and community.

He is survived by his sister, Deb Pedersen; his...

Diane Brooks

Diane Brooks

Apr 1, 2025

To view the Celebration of Life, please click on the livestream link: Celebration of Life for Diane Brooks

Diane Renee (Almos) Brooks, age 76, finished her battle with cancer and passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025.

      She was born Jan. 19, 1949 in Sisseton, SD to Myrtle (Bakke) Almos and Edwin Almos. The family traveled for several years for Ed's work...

Brian Gilbertson

Brian Gilbertson

Apr 1, 2025

Brian Wayne Gilbertson, 75, passed away on April 1, 2025 at Allen Hospital in Waterloo, IA following a brief illness.

Born in Duluth, MN to Connie and Warren Gilbertson, Brian spent his youth enjoying the beloved Minnesota activities of hockey and time at the lake. He was the little brother to Randy and big brother to Roger and had many memories...

Ethel "Sandy" Gustafson

Ethel "Sandy" Gustafson

Apr 1, 2025

Our dear mom, grandma, great grandma, aunt Ethel (Sandy) Gustafson went to heaven to rejoin our dad, her son and son-in-law on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.

She was born to Helge and Hilda Sandell on May 30, 1929. She was the youngest of 5 kids. She grew up in Webster, SD, a farming community. At few of her fondest memories were...

Amy Moon

Amy Moon

Mar 30, 2025

Amy Moon, 56, of Maple Grove, entered into the loving arms of the Lord on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Amy lived a life filled with love, kindness, faith, and music. She was a dedicated professional, serving as an Executive Director with Hull & Knarr and Ernst & Young, as well as a Principal with LarsonAllen. Beyond her career, Amy’s heart was...

Ronald Olson

Ronald Olson

Mar 28, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald James Olson, age 73, of New Hope, MN. He passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025, surrounded by his three loving children. Born on July 15, 1951, in Minneapolis, Ron was a devoted father and a proud grandfather.

He spent 17 years as an MTC bus driver and later...

Daniel Jay Williams

Daniel Jay Williams

2025

Daniel Jay Williams of Maple Grove, MN, passed into the arms of Jesus on March 28, 2025, at the age of 63. After surviving cancer twice, which required two bone marrow transplants, Dan ultimately succumbed to recent blood clots and a stroke that followed. He died surrounded by the love of his family and many friends. He was a man...