Obituaries

Sarah McElhiney

Sarah McElhiney

Apr 1, 2021

Sarah McElhiney, 43, of Mounds View, passed away on April 1, 2021. Sarah fought to beat the odds against cancer until the end, until her body couldn’t take anymore. Sarah passed away surrounded by love peacefully, and without pain. We will all miss her big heart and smile. Our Karaoke...

James  Michael Lambertson

James Michael Lambertson

Apr 1, 2021

James Michael Lambertson of Saint Louis Park passes away suddenly on April 1, 2021.

James was the best Christmas present for his family when he was born on December 25, 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa.

James is survived by his three daughters, JoAnna (Jeff) Jensen, Jenny (John) Christensen, both of Estherville, Iowa, and Rebecca (Leroy)...

Jon  Ryan Benson

Jon Ryan Benson

Apr 1, 2021

Jon “Ryan” Benson, Jr passed away April 1, 2021. He was born June 25th, 2002 and was 18 years old.

Ryan was a 2020 graduate of Minnetonka High School. He was survived by his sister, mom, aunts, uncles, grandparents and a host of other family and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Jon “Ryan”...

Mary  Odell (Kastner)  Ortler

Mary Odell (Kastner) Ortler

Mar 31, 2021

Mary Odell (Kastner) Ortler, age 81 of Plymouth, peacefully passed away surrounded by her daughters on March 31, 2021.

Mary was born in Minneapolis and was a proud graduate of St. Margaret’s Academy. Her career began working for Northern States Power (NSP) and then continued her career at General Mills, where she retired....

Keith  D. Rohde

Keith D. Rohde

Mar 29, 2021

Keith Dennis Rohde went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, March 29, 2021 at 53 years old surrounded by his family. He gave up his twenty four-year battle with various cancers related to Li-Fraumeni Syndrome. His latest battle was two years with adenocarcinoma of the esophagus, which had metastasized to his pancreas....

Doris Mae St. John

Doris Mae St. John

Mar 29, 2021

Doris Mae St. John, age 65, of Brooklyn Center, passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2021.

Doris was known for her wonderful laugh, and she touched many lives. In her spare time, she enjoyed learning new projects – sewing, quilting, crocheting, gardening, and trying out new recipes. She kept involved with various organizations, including quilting...

Dolores  E. Hanson

Dolores E. Hanson

Mar 28, 2021

Hanson, Dolores E.

Age 94 of Minnetonka, passed away March 28, 2021.   Survived by daughters, Laurie (Bruce) Hampel and Kathy (Mitch) Freiderich; daughter-in-law, Pam Hanson; grandchildren, Aaron (Kristin) Hampel, Jenny (Ben) Hershey, and Melanie (Jeremiah) Anderson; great-grandchildren, Matthew and Christina Hershey; brother, Gary Majeres; sister, Mary Miller; other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by husband, Harold;...

Donald  Arthur Tinker

Donald Arthur Tinker

Mar 27, 2021

Donald Arthur Tinker, age 94, formerly of Brooklyn Center, passed away from natural causes, on March 27, 2021.

Donald Arthur Tinker was born on August 26, 1926 in Minneapolis, MN.  He was the third of four children of Clarence and Dorothy (Fitzpatrick) Tinker.  He attended Ascension Catholic School and graduated from De La...

Cesar  V. Alcantara

Cesar V. Alcantara

Mar 26, 2021

Preceded in death by parents, Consuelo and Manuel Alcantara; brothers, Manuel Jr. and Dante Alcantara.

Survived by his sister, Carmen (Cornelio) Sumangil; nieces, Susan (Nathan) Buck, Chona Sumangil, Teri Ardeaga, Veronica Hoyer, Mary Milled Alcantara and their families.

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Visitation The Church of St. Margaret Mary Tuesday, April 06, 2021 10:00 AM...

Carol  Ann Delzer

Carol Ann Delzer

Mar 26, 2021

Carol Ann Delzer, age 74, of Brooklyn Center, passed away on March 26, 2021.

Preceded in death by parents, Harold and Stephania Christ; and brother, Bernard Christ.

Survived by husband of 51 years, Gary; children, Deborah (Ryan) Spangberg; Douglas Delzer; grandchildren, Benjamin, Zackary, Luke; brother, Donald Christ; and many relatives and friends.

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Martha Roper

Martha Roper

Mar 25, 2021

Martha Roper, 95, of Edina, passed away peacefully Thursday, March 25, 2021.

Martha loved music, dancing, volunteering and helping people.  She was a loving mother, grandmother and friend.

Martha was a loving woman who loved her family dearly.

She is survived by children, Kathy, Joe, Victor, Sandra, Erick and Loretta; grandchildren, James, Dana,...

Gerry (Super)  Cummings

Gerry (Super) Cummings

Mar 25, 2021

Geraldine “Gerry” Margaret (Super) Cummings age 88, left this earth on Thursday, March 25, 2021. She was born on August 19, 1932, in Flensburg, Minnesota.

She was a master level oil painter, an impeccable fashionista, craft show connoisseur, and expert card player. She enjoyed reading the newspaper daily, soft cookies, football, vanilla shakes, and a strong cup...

Arthur  E. Thole

Arthur E. Thole

Mar 24, 2021

Arthur E. Thole Sr. age 98 of Loretto, Minnesota passed into the arms of our Lord on March 24 th , 2021. Born July 21 st , 1922 to Anthony and Dorothy Thole he was a devoted father, brother, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great-grandfather, uncle, and friend.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Susan; infant daughter; Ann;...

Sandra  Elaine Alexander

Sandra Elaine Alexander

Mar 24, 2021

Sandra E. (Eidem) Alexander, age 73 of Plymouth, formerly of St. Louis Park, passed away peacefully in her home.

Sandy was a devout Christian and her faith guided her through life. Sandy received the greatest joy caring for the people around her. Her beloved family, her many friends, and neighbors, were all touched by Sandy’s unending generosity...

Leona  Agnes Kluck

Leona Agnes Kluck

Mar 24, 2021

Leona A. Kluck (Thibodeau), age 84 of Corcoran passed away peacefully on 3/24/2021 surrounded by her family.

Survived by husband, Kenny; daughters, Lisa (Daryl) Kral, Nancy (Dean) Hansen; son, John (Dana) Kluck; grandchildren Sara, Lucas & Natalie; sister, Lilly Emery.

Preceded in death by parents, William & Julia Thibodeau; brother &...

Thomas  Dwight Pletcher

Thomas Dwight Pletcher

Mar 22, 2021

Thomas Dwight Pletcher

June 14, 1946 - March 22, 2021

Tom Pletcher, 74, of Minneapolis, passed away March 22, 2021 at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, MN due to complications associated with a short battle with COVID-19.

Tom was born June 14, 1946 in Duluth, MN to Bill and...

Owen  Matthew Holmes

Owen Matthew Holmes

Mar 22, 2021

Owen Matthew Holmes, the precious son of Matthew and Lydia Holmes and grandson of Gary and Lori Holmes and Jack and Jane Kraemer was born to heaven on Monday, March 22nd, 2021.  During his little life, Owen enjoyed dancing in his mom's stomach (his favorite time to wake up was 3:30 AM, much to his mother's delight...) and he...

John  Steven Iversen

John Steven Iversen

Mar 21, 2021

John Steven Iversen, 37, of New Hope, passed away too soon on Sunday, March 21, 2021.

John had a generous heart and always put others before himself. He was an avid biker and shared many bike vacations with his mother. He enjoyed spending time with his nephews and nieces and would share his love of biking with...

Kathleen  Marie Pohtilla

Kathleen Marie Pohtilla

Mar 21, 2021

Pohtilla, Kathleen M. (Ost)

Age 93 of Minneapolis, passed away on March 21, 2021.  Preceded in death by husband Lloyd Pohtilla; brothers Bob and Roger; sisters Betty, Gen and Florence.  Survived by nieces and nephews.  Kathy was a loyal employee of Dayton’s Stores for 50 years.  Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday, March 25 at the...

Carol  S. Holthaus

Carol S. Holthaus

Mar 21, 2021

Carol S. Holthaus, age 69, of Brooklyn Park, passed away March 21, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gary; parents, Charles and Bernice Gannon; brother, Roger; sister-in-law, Peggy; and nephew, Phillip. She is survived by her son, Ryan; brothers, Eugene (Neva) and Michael (Julie); many nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on...