All Obituaries

Bausman-Watkins, Mary Frederika (Mary-Fred) Age 59, of St. Paul, passed away on May 8, 2022, after living bravely and authentically through seven years of cancer. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Evelyn; and sister, Jane. She is survived by her loving husband, Peter; children, Andrew, Christopher, and Paul; and brothers, Charlie and John. Mary-Fred loved her life: her family, Central High School students and colleagues, church community, pilgrimages, life-long friendships,...

Tana Sigsworth, age 52 of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on May 1, 2022. She is survived by her loving husband of 31 years, Donald Sr., children, Chandra Mullan, Donny (Shawna Hodge) Sigsworth Jr., Holly (Joe Koch) Sigsworth, Ashley (Joe Michalitsch) Kidd, Pam (Alvin) Riley, Denny (Jessica) Noyer, Erik (Kelce Ableidinger) Sigsworth; as well as 10 grandchildren; parents Kenneth and Patricia Kidd; siblings, Kenneth (Claudia) Kidd, Richard Kidd; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Tana...

Francyne M. “Fran” Yarusso, our dear and beloved sister-in-law, aunt, relative and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on April 30, 2022 in the early morning hours. Preceded in death by her father, Ernie F. Yarusso; mother, Mollie A. Yarusso; brother, Frank D. Yarusso. Survived by sister-in-law, Dyan A. Matczynski-Yarusso; niece, Carrie BeCraft and her children, Jordan and Rianne BeCraft and great nephews; Junen and Tevix. Fran was 100% Italian, and came...

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  Gerald Reisem, age 89 of St. Paul Jerry passed away peacefully at his home April 27, 2022. Funeral service will be 11:00am Thursday, May 5, 2022 at EMMAUS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1074 Idaho Ave. W, St. Paul, with visitation one hour prior to service.  Jerry was born April 14th, 1933 in New Munich, MN to Daniel and Marie (Lesch) Reisem. After high school he joined the Marine Corps. He served in the Korean War as an Aviation Electrician. Jerry married Joan (Hladky) on June 21,...

Jeffery {Papa} Dean Bickford July 8,1967- April 25,2022 Jeffery was the son of Ira(shorty) Jeff Bickford and Shirley Ann Merritt. He left this world with many loved ones, his daughter Shelby and her two children Adrian and Zara, his son Taron (Megan) and their daughter Juniper along with many other adopted children and grandchildren. His brothers John and Rod (Gwen), sisters Billie (Mike), Wanda (Bill), Judy (Mike), Lynda and Deloras (Virgil). He is proceeded in death by both of his...

Carolyn Meyer Chesebrough died from dedifferentiated chondrosarcoma on Monday, April 25. Born in 1959. Passionate about higher education and financial aid, she was a Financial Aid Officer for over 35 years and served as president of MAFAA in 2020. Preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Leona, and by her good friend, David Stewart. Survived by her daughter Anna (Adam); her brothers Fritz (Gail), Larry (Linda), and Ron (Sue); dear friends Lei and Angela Feng; and many nieces and...

Henry “Hank” Gordon Burnham, Age 76, of St Paul, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, the wonderful staff of The Estates at Lynnhurst and Hospice care. In spite of a lifetime of struggles with mental illness. Hank maintained a great sense of humor and a wonderful relationship with his faithful brother, John. Hank is preceded in death by his loving parents, Jack and Loraine. He is survived by his brother, John (Brenda); nephews, David (Kaylee) and Luke; niece,...

Chad Michael Medellin, 4/19/1989-4/5/2022. Originally from the West Side of Saint Paul, and formerly of Oakdale, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at the age of 32. Chad is preceded in death by his father Shay King. Chad is survived by his parents, his best friend, and mother Lisa (Joey); Sister Alexis (Graham), Elizabeth (Johnathan); Brother Ryan (Hailey); Daughter Shailee; Mother of Daughter, Bree; Grandparents, Colleen, and Jake; and Niece Isabella; and two babies on the...

Jodi Lynn Hayne, 39, died peacefully on April 5, 2022, at U of M Hospital, with her mom and dad holding her hand. Her family is proud that she was a donor and was able to give another the gift of sight. Jodi had the biggest heart and truly loved life.  Anyone who met her, loved her and she could make friends with anyone. She was a true friend.  Even in her lowest times, Jodi would give the shirt off her back to anyone, even a stranger. She had a smile that would light up a room...