Obituaries

Carol Ann McLaughlin (nee Holter)

Carol Ann McLaughlin (nee Holter)

Nov 4, 2026

McLaughlin, Carol Ann (nee Holter)

of South Minneapolis, a Roosevelt High School graduate, class of 1968, passed away unexpectedly on November 4 with loving family at her side.

Carol was a devoted mother and grandmother, the joys of her life. Carol had a rewarding career as a healthcare educator and respiratory therapist. She earned her degree at the University of Minnesota. She...

Ronald John Barrett Sr.

Ronald John Barrett Sr.

Nov 4, 2026

In Loving Memory of

Ronald John Barrett Sr. (“Papa”)

April 8, 2946 - November 4, 2026

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Papa at the age of 80.

Papa was a devoted husband of 60 years to his beloved wife, Pam, a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and a cherished “friend of Bill W. for...

Kathleen "Kay" Ann Davies

Kathleen "Kay" Ann Davies

Oct 31, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we share the unexpected passing of Kathleen "Kay" Ann Davies, age 84, of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, on October 31, 2026. Kay lived a life rooted in faith, family, and service.

Born on July 30, 1942 in Waukesha, Wisconsin, Kay was the daughter of Frederick (Fred) and Gertrude (Gert) Schmidt. The oldest of six children,...

Virginia Elsie Thurler

Virginia Elsie Thurler

Nov 4, 2026

Virginia “Ginnie” Elsie Thurler (Citrowske) passed away on November 4, 2026, at her home in Brooklyn Park after her courageous and faith-filled journey with cancer for the past 2 ½ years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor to many. Ginnie was born on June 11,1938 in St. Leo, MN, daughter of Lawrence and...

Michael James Mailliard

Michael James Mailliard

Nov 2, 2026

Michael James Mailliard

June 5, 1954 - November 2, 2026

Mike, 72, of Plymouth, MN passed away peacefully on November 2, 2026, at Mayo Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN, following a brief but courageous battle with progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy (PML), a rare and devastating brain infection caused by the JC virus.

Born on June 5, 1954, in Omaha, Nebraska, Mike was the first...

Neil Mchimbi Anderson

Neil Mchimbi Anderson

Oct 31, 2026

To view the Funeral Service, for Neil, please click on the livestream link: Funeral Service for Neil M. Anderson

Anderson, Neil Mchimbi

Age 56, of Albertville, passed away on October 31, 2026.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Victoria Anderson; daughter, Mckennah Anderson; mother, Rose Kida; siblings, Josephine Kida, Joyce Baruwa, Annie Kibira, Lucy Muro, Sera Moshi, Victor Kida, and Irene Minja....

George Edward Thomas

George Edward Thomas

Oct 23, 2026

George's photo courtesy of the Boston Red Sox Baseball Club

George Edward Thomas, 88, rounded third and arrived safely home with Jesus, his Lord & Savior on October 23, 2026, in Sarasota, Florida. George departed peacefully surrounded by his beloved family.

Born on November 29, 1937, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, George was the son of George Everett Thomas and Kathryn Cecilia (Wolfe) Thomas....

John Dennis Ryan

John Dennis Ryan

Oct 29, 2026

John Dennis Ryan was born August 7, 1933, in Litchfield, MN to Martin Dennis and Martha Elizabeth Ryan. He attended Litchfield High School where he made lifelong friends. He then attended the College of St. Thomas before attending Dental School at Marquette University. Upon graduating, he moved to Hankinson, ND to start his first dental practice. While living in Hankinson,...

Amelia M. Gallagher

Amelia M. Gallagher

Oct 24, 2026

To view the livestream of Amelia's Mass, please click on the link below:

Amelia's Mass

Amelia Gallagher, age 92, of Golden Valley, passed away peacefully on October 24th, surrounded by her children. Amelia lived her life with grace, devotion, and a belief in the power of prayer. Her Catholic faith was the foundation of her days, taking her through life's joys and...

Rose Anna H. Bradford

Rose Anna H. Bradford

Oct 22, 2026

Rose Anna H. Bradford, age 86, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital due to complications from colon cancer.

Born to Agnes (Landa) and Louis Hlinsky, she grew up with her younger brother Kenny on a dairy farm in Glenwood, MN where she first learned the values of Catholic faith, family, and hard work. She was the...

John Milton Chell

John Milton Chell

Oct 25, 2026

John Milton Chell of Plymouth MN, passed away on October 25, 2026 at the age of 94.

John was born in Fort Dodge, IA to Bernice and Reverend Anton Chell on October 3, 1932.

John attended Kensington, MN High School ('50), Gustavus Adolphus College ('54), Augustana Seminary, Rock Island, IL ('58). During his pastoral internship in Chicago, John met the love of...

Jeanne Reince Koller

Jeanne Reince Koller

Aug 7, 2026

Jeanne Reince Koller, age 94 of Eagan, formerly of Minnetonka and Nisswa, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, August 7, 2026.

Survived by children Dr. Mark (Therese), Deephaven, Dr. Patrick (Dr. Tammy Chiesa), Eagan, Dr. Brian (Nancy), Apple Valley, Dr. John, Kodiak, AK, Dr. Amy (Dr. John) Veale, Boston, MA, and Pamela (Marshall) Erickson, Eagan; daughter-in-law Kristin...

Virginia Elsie Thurler

Virginia Elsie Thurler

Nov 4, 2026

Virginia "Ginnie" Elsie Thurler (Citrowske) passed away on November 4, 2026 at her home in Brooklyn Park after her courageous and faith-filled journey with cancer for the past 2 ½ years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend and neighbor to many.

Ginnie was born on June 11, 1938 in St. Leo, MN, daughter of Lawrence and...

Robert 'Bob' Blake

Robert 'Bob' Blake

Oct 31, 2026

Robert ‘Bob’ Blake, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, peacefully passed away at home on October 31, 2026, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Born on July 10, 1937, in Minneapolis, MN, Robert's life was a testament to love, service, and devotion.

Robert was the cherished son of Richard and Marie Blake, who predeceased him, along with his brothers, Richard...

Kathleen "Kay" Davies

Kathleen "Kay" Davies

Oct 31, 2026

Kathleen "Kay" Davies, of St. Louis Park, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Visitation will be Monday, November 16 from 4 to 7 PM at Gearty-Delmore Park Chapel, 3960 Wooddale Ave (@ Excelsior Blvd), St. Louis Park.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 17 at the Church of Our Lady of Grace, 5071 Eden Ave, Edina, with visitation...

Barton Gerald Marshall

Barton Gerald Marshall

Oct 28, 2026

Barton "Bart" Gerald Marshall age 76 of Plymouth, MN., went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

Bart was born August 26, 1950 in Mpls., MN to Marjorie R. and Barton E. Marshall. He was baptized October 1, 1950 at The Church of St. Anne, Mpls., MN. In attendance were his Godparent's Stanley and Lillian Phillips....

Jane Marie Johnson

Jane Marie Johnson

Oct 25, 2026

The service is being livestreamed by St. Philip the Deacon church.   to watch click the following link    Livestream Link

Jane Marie Johnson (nee Erickson) was born into our world April 26th, 1956 to her parents Harley and Carol in Minot, ND. Jane passed into the arms of Jesus on an Angel's wing October 25th, 2026.

Family and friends are Jane's currencies...

Theresa Thoreson

Theresa Thoreson

Oct 25, 2026

Theresa J. Thoreson

age 78 of St. Louis Park, passed away October 25, 2026. Theresa is survived by her daughter, Jenny Thoreson; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, David. 

Funeral 12:30 PM Friday, October 30th at Gearty-Delmore Park Chapel, 3960 Wooddale Ave. S. with visitation 1 hour prior to service. Interment Lakewood Cemetery. 

Frances R. Goliwas

Frances R. Goliwas

Oct 23, 2026

age 85 of Edina, MN passed away October 23, 2026. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert, parents, Edward and Rowena Voorhies; and sister, Eugenie Schoenfeld. Frances is survived by children, Ashley Hughes (Tim), Juliette Goliwas, and Patrick Goliwas (Molly); grandchildren, Felix, Bobby, JohnPaul, Frankie, Elizabeth, Thomas and Oliver; and siblings, Rita Olivier and Daniel Voorhies. Frances grew...

Kenneth J. Kangas

Kenneth J. Kangas

Oct 22, 2026

Kenneth John Kangas Sr.

87 of Plymouth, passed away peacefully at home 10/22/2026. 

Ken was born in New York Mills, MN 1939 to Toivo John and Aili Kangas. He graduated from New York Mills High School, class of 1957 and he honorably served in US Army in Korea 1960-1961. In 1968 he founded Kangas Enameling Inc. Ken had a love for the...