OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for St. Paul, Minnesota, Ramsey County & Surrounding Areas
Joel Brett Ovall
Jun 17, 2026
Age 52 of Maplewood
Passed away on June 17, 2026. Joel loved listening to KOOL 108 radio and going on pontoon rides at the lake.
Joel is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara.
He is survived by his father, Phillip; brother, Jason (Ginger); nephew, Ryan; niece, Ashley; aunt, Janet; uncle, Paul (Vicky); and cousins.
Karen Margaret Currier
Jun 16, 2026
Karen Margaret Currier, 75, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away on June 16, 2026 from Glioblastoma brain cancer and COPD at Our Lady of Peace Hospice. Preceded in death by her father Leo Burger and mother June (Jim Troje), brother- in-law Gary, and mother-in-law Helen.
Karen was a devoted wife to her husband Ronald Sr. of 53 years. She was...
Carmen K. Sanchez (Cruz)
Jun 15, 2026
Carmen Sanchez (Cruz) 83 passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by the love of family and friends. Preceded in death by parents Luz and Erlinda Sanchez, 2 sisters Jaunita and Julia and niece Linda. Survived by daughter Gail and two sons Rick and John, brother Tom, sister Susie, 7 grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family.
Born January 29, 1943,...
Marie Agnes Burkman
Jun 15, 2026
Marie Burkman, born on April 1, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on June 15, 2026. She lived a life filled with love, laughter, faith, and devotion to her family. Marie later moved to Minnesota, where she married the love of her life, Roger. Together, they shared many wonderful years and enjoyed traveling before his passing.
Marie was preceded in...
Sara Jane "Sally" Benner
Jun 14, 2026
Sara Jane "Sally" Benner passed away on June 14, 2026. Born on March 16, 1943, in Washington, Pennsylvania, Sally lived a life devoted to her family, friends, and loved ones. Though given the name Sara at birth, she was affectionately known as Sally by those who knew and loved her.
Sally graduated from East Washington High School in 1961, where she...
Patricia Mae Satern
Jun 14, 2026
Patricia "Patty" Satern passed away peacefully with family at her side on June 14, 2026. Patty was born in Jamestown, ND to Elizabeth and Sam Milek.
After graduating high school in 1962, she married Gary Satern. They lived in Washington State for three years before returning to North Dakota and making their home in Bismarck, ND. Patty had two daughters -...
Van Everett Jensen Jr.
Jun 14, 2026
Van Jensen September 23, 1946 June 14, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Van Everett Jensen, Jr., on June 14, 2026. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Jean "Munkholm" Jensen, and his parents, Van and Betty Jensen. He is survived by his children, Theresa, Angela (Eric) Jones, and Van...
Roma Lee Youngquist
Jun 12, 2026
Roma Youngquist, 91, of Edina, MN, formerly of Des Moines, IA, passed away peacefully June 12, 2026.
Roma was born in Lincoln, Nebraska to Sie and Edythe Lundstrom April 23, 1935. Roma was the first of 2 children, followed soon after by her beloved brother Roger. Most of her years growing up were spent in the lovely prairie town of Fremont,...
Raymond Kingston Bigus
Jun 10, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Raymond Kingston Bigus, who left us too soon on June 10, 2026, at the age of 45. Ray was born on September 6, 1980, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, a place that shaped much of his character and outlook on life.Ray was a beacon of joy and laughter, known...
Russell Wayne Anteronen
Jun 9, 2026
Russell Anteronen, a life-long resident of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on June 9. Russell was born on June 16, 1948, the only child of Wayne and Irene (Jones) Anteronen, who preceded him in death. He is survived by many loving cousins. Russell was very active as an assistant coach in youth track and field where he impacted the lives of...
Gary Lee Satern
Jun 9, 2026
Gary Satern, Bismarck, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 9 in Minneapolis, MN where he and his wife had moved in 2023 to be closer to their two children.
Gary was born in Spiritwood, ND to Oscar and Rose Satern. He lived in Spiritwood and Rugby before the family moved to Jamestown, ND. In Jamestown, he met the woman he would...
Antoinette Roberts
Jun 6, 2026
In Loving Memory of Antoinette RobertsAntoinette Roberts, age 56, departed this life leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, faith, and unforgettable memories. Though our hearts are heavy, we rejoice in the blessing of having known and loved such a remarkable woman.Antoinette was born on July 23, 1969, in Gary, Indiana, to Dorothy Taylor and Joseph Roberts. She attended the...
Celia Rodriguez
Jun 4, 2026
Celia Rodriguez Service - Livestream
Celia Rodriguez, 85, of (Brownsville, Tx), formerly of (Matamoros, Tam.
Mexico), entered eternal rest on June 4, 2026.
Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great- Great - Grand Mother. Celia loved her family, crafting, cooking, baking, music, and dancing. She had a passion for volunteering, holding the position of president of the Brownsville chapter of the Family Outreach...
Denis Arenas Marinos
Jun 3, 2026
Denis Jorge Arenas Marinos, 44, of Chaska, Minnesota, entered eternal rest on June 3, 2026.
Denis was a dedicated auto detailer who took great pride in his work. He truly loved restoring vehicles and was passionate about every aspect of auto detailing. His commitment, attention to detail, and strong work ethic reflected the pride he took in serving others.
Outside of work,...
Arthur Merle Hamann
Jun 3, 2026
Arthur Merle Hamann was born in Northfield, MN to parents Milton and Edra Hamann.
At an early age, Art's "D" grade in comportment was applauded by grandfather proclaiming "This kid has spunk!" which we now know served him well his entire, storied life.
The family moved to Richfield where he graduated from Richfield High School - Class of 1960, retaining friends from...
Gayle Marilyn (Anderson) Meyer
Jun 3, 2026
It is with deep sadness and much love that we announce the passing of our mother, Gayle (Anderson) Meyer, of Hudson, WI, on June 3, 2026, at the age of 80.
Gayle was born on March 5, 1946, in Grand Forks, ND. She grew up on her family's farm in Fisher, MN, where she developed a strong work ethic and caring...
Georgia Cortez Lickness
May 31, 2026
With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Georgia, age 75, who died peacefully on May 31, 2026, surrounded by her family. Georgia lived a life marked by kindness, quiet strength, and a generous spirit that touched everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Georgia was born on October 23, 1950, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She grew up on the...
Robert Michael Joseph
May 27, 2026
Robert M. Joseph, 67, of St. Paul, MN passed away unexpectedly on May 27, 2026. He was preceded in death by parents, Michael (Mickey) Joseph and Josephine D. App.Survived by siblings John (Jamie) Joseph, Sandra Trifunov, Juliet (Patrick) Zarich, and nieces and nephews. Butch was a kind and caring individual who had great love for his family. He cherished the...
Joseph William Francis Oden
May 25, 2026
Joseph William Frances Oden 81 years of Saint Paul, Minnesota formerly of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.After much pain and suffering, Joe slipped away peacefully early in the morning of May 25th 2026 as I held him in my arms.Above all else Joe will be remembered as a very devout Christian, a Catholic, a Godly man who spent his life serving the...



