OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for St. Paul, Minnesota, Ramsey County & Surrounding Areas
Ramiro Zuniga, Sr.
Jul 11, 2024
Ramiro Zuniga Sr.
Ramiro "Rommy" Zuniga Sr. Born January 5th, 1953 passed away July 11th, 2024 at the age of 71.
Preceded in death by his parents Martin Sr. & Feliciana; brothers, Eudel, Juan, Oscar Sr. and Felix; sisters-in-law, Carol, Wendy and Linda.
Survived by his three children Ramiro Jr., Mia and Julian; his grandchildren and great- grandchildren; brothers, Martin Sr., Arturo Sr....
Patrick Neuville
Jul 9, 2024
Patrick Neuville (63) of Navarre/Pequot Lakes, born March 9, 1961, passed away July 9, 2024. Pat took pride in maintaining the Minneapolis parks for 32 years, bringing the same energy & care to his own lawn. He thrived outdoors, but truly loved fishing - especially Lake of the Woods. He never failed to make you smile, and is deeply loved...
Judith Caron
Jul 8, 2024
Judith (Judy Caron, 86 of Detroit Lakes, MN passed away peacefully after a struggle with dementia, on July 8, 2024. Judy was born on February 24, 1938, to Leonard and Thurley Arneson in Worthington, MN. After graduating from Marshall High School, Judy moved to the cities to attend Flight Attendant/Modeling School. After spending some time in Minneapolis, she returned to...
Mario Sierra
Jul 7, 2024
Mario Hernandez SierraAge 73 of Saint PaulBeloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, BrotherPassed away on Sunday, July 7th, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Anita; father, Ernesto Sierra; mother, Rosalinda Hernandez.
He will be sadly missed by his children, Mario (Maia), Melissa (Matthew) Christensen, and Michael (Kristin); grandchildren, Monique, Annica (Ethan), Mario Jr., Sergio, Gabriella, Ebin, and Luca; great-grandchildren, Maricella, Mason,...
Harold Hjelle
Jun 25, 2024
Harold Norman Hjelle
Harold Hjelle died peacefully on June 25, 2024 in Woodbury, MN. Harold was born on June 15, 1938 in Thief River Falls, MN to parents Henry Norman Hjelle & Elsie (Gunderson) Hjelle.
Harold graduated in 1956 from Thief River Falls HS and in 1960 with a BS in Mechanical Engineering from his beloved NDSU Bisons. He was the 1st...
Michael Peterson
Jun 25, 2024
Michael "Mike" Jon Peterson Obituary
Age 62 of White Bear Lake passed away on Tuesday, June 25th 2024..
He is preceded in death by his parents Kay and Donald Peterson.
He will be missed by his wife of 36 years Danielle Cezanne; daughter Arielle (Adam) Lifto; Granddaughter Edie; sibling Susan (Mike) Steadman; brothers by marriage Bob (Lisa-Marie) Hanson, Dan Hanson and Eric Hanson;...
Alan Hooper
Jun 22, 2024
Alan Bacon Hooper made his daring escape into the great beyond on June 22nd, 2024. He was 86.
He will be mightily missed, and celebrated for his mind, his mirth, and his sweetness, by his partner, Sigi Leonhard; daughter, Nadja Leonhard-Hooper; brother, Kim Hooper; nephews Josiah and Muir Hooper and their families, cousins Carol, Celia, and Fran, and countless friends, former...
Nancy Bell Hall Fumuso
Jun 22, 2024
"To my dear friend of unbounded joy, limitless love of life and friends,
depthless curiosity, and endless, bubbling enthusiasm.
The fabric of reality is somehow thinner without you.
Colors are less bright, and sounds are tinny.
But your spirit remains in our hearts.
We will love you, always. I will look for you on the lake."
-Quote from Bob Doolittle, Family Friend
In Loving Memory of Nancy...
Patricia Jerde
Jun 19, 2024
Patricia Ann Jerde sadly passed away on June 19, 2024 at her home in Little Canada, MN.
Patricia loved to spend time with her grandchildren, do puzzles, play bingo and go to the casino for crab legs and slot machines.
Patricia is survived by her children Charlie, Dugan, Denise, Spencer, Joseph and her grandchildren Taleasha, Christa,...
Judith Stone
Jun 16, 2024
Judith (Judy) Stone, 74, of Roseville, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, June 16, 2024 surrounded by family.
Judy was born in 1949 to Merton and Lenore Denelsbeck of Canby, Minnesota. She attended college at the University of Minnesota where she met her future husband Richard (Dick) Stone at student orientation. After a short courtship and a convincing...
Nicole Keener
Jun 12, 2024
We celebrate the beautiful life of our dear Nicole Ann Keener, who passed away on June 12, 2024. She was our snowstorm baby born on October 30, 1991. Nicole brought love, laughter, and warmth into our lives. She was passionate about her family and bringing us together. Nicole was blessed with two children Bobbi Jane and Jameson Thomas. She is...
Jesus Rueda, Jr.
Jun 5, 2024
JJ Rueda Jr., age 45, of Saint Paul, MN, passed away on June 5th 2024, in his hometown. He was born on June 23rd 1978, on the Westside of Saint Paul.
JJ, as known to many, was a devoted family man who cherished his partner, Janeen Paquette, since 1995, as well as his 6 children; Aricela, Jesus, Alia, Ayana, Alonzo, and...
Gary Sangren
Jun 2, 2024
Gary Sangren was born November 13, 1958, in Minneapolis, MN to parents Ole (Charles) and Doris Sangren. He has three siblings Mike (Mihn), Randee (Wendy), and Donna (Roy). He loved fishing, rollerskating, playing softball, and being outside. Gary has two daughters (Megan 28) and (Katelyn 26) with Laurie Sangren. He enjoyed being with his daughters and attended many running races,...
Nila Ouska
Jun 1, 2024
Nila Rae Ouska, born July 17, 1943, died June 1, 2024. Nila was born in Winona, MN, raised in Winona, MN until she graduated from Winona High School. She married Stanley Eide in 1961, had two sons and resided in Rushford for several years. Nila moved to Minneapolis in the early 1970's after receiving her bachelor's degree in accounting at...
Leonard Johnson
May 29, 2024
Leonard Clayton Johnson
Age 68
Died May 29, 2024
Preceded in death by his mother; father; and his older brother, Duane Johnson.
He is survived by his sister, Lucille Danielson; his niece Terra Danielson; and other family members.
Celebration of Life will take place Tuesday, June 11th at 1pm at Simple Traditions by Bradshaw, 671 Snelling Ave. South, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55117. Visitation one hour...
Wilbur "Bill" Johnson
May 27, 2024
Wilbur "Bill" Johnson passed away at home at a young 94 years old on May 27, 2024, Memorial Day.
He was born and raised in Sioux Falls SD, adopted by Florence and Stanley Johnson. A natural at public speaking, in high school, he enjoyed acting and performed in 33 plays. He quit high school in his senior year to enlist in...
Yolanda Brown
May 19, 2024
Yolanda (Popcorn) Brown was born on July 27, 1965, in Chicago, IL. She was the second of eight children born to the late Hazel Brown. Yolanda attended William H. Brown Elementary School and later Richard T. Crane High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Social Science from Metropolitan State University.
Yolanda was known for her kindness and...
Marjorie Stephan
May 15, 2024
Marjorie Gail Stephan, 87, of Rochester, MN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, at Saint Therese Senior Care in Woodbury, MN, surrounded by the love of her family, after a life well-lived. Her peaceful passing is a testament to the love and care she received, bringing comfort to those who knew and loved her.
Margie was born August 5,...
Joyce Alma Schultz
May 15, 2024
Joyce Alma Schultz, age 73, of Fridley, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024 after a hard but courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Sioux Falls, SD and met and married her high school sweetheart, David. They enjoyed 53 years of marriage and raised 5 children.
Joyce loved God and her family fully. It brought her joy...



