OBITUARIES
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Local Obituaries for St. Paul, Minnesota, Ramsey County & Surrounding Areas
Roxanne Gay Johnson
May 17, 2023
Johnson, Roxanne "Roxy" Age 78 of St. Paul, passed away on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 after suffering a stroke. She was a longtime member of the choir at Unity Church-Unitarian in St. Paul, and dear friend to many in her St. Paul neighborhood and her church community. Roxy had a smile and demeanor that was inviting and connected with...
Gabriel Christopher Lilja
May 13, 2023
Gabriel Christopher Lilja, age 29, of West St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on May 13, 2023.
Gabriel was the most loving human. He loved harder than any person most have come in contact with. He will not be defined by his struggles, but remembered for the way he touched lives.
He is survived by his...
Fernando "Nando" Espino Sanchez
May 11, 2023
FROM JESUS FERNANDO HOLGUIN SANCHEZ "NANDO'S" SISTER: PERLA VALENTINA
With profound grief we have learned of the passing of Mr. Jesus Fernando Holguin Sanchez "Nando"
On Thursday, May 11, 2023 on the morning of this date, his age is 47 years old, he has left this world, Our Beloved Nando, after various days fighting for...
Marie Antoinette (Rodriguez) Noyola
May 3, 2023
Marie Antoinette Noyola
Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 3, 2023, age 81. Preceded in death by son, Robert; parents, Simon and Angeline Rodriguez; brothers, Simon and Ben. Survived by brother, Michael Rodriguez; children, John (Kristi), Jesse, Gloria (Lalo) Hurtado, Elizabeth (Abraham) Rivera, and Jim; daughter-in-law, Linda; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The heart and soul...
Bruce Maurice Tankson-Watkins
May 1, 2023
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Bruce Maurice Tankson (Watkins)
November 3, 1967 – May 1, 2023
Bruce Maurice Tankson was born on November 3, 1967 to Patricia Ann Watkins Bruce was adopted-by the late John Lewis Tankson. Bruce was called home to rest on May 1st of 2023.
Bruce was...
Mary Irene (Pollard) Short
May 1, 2023
Mary Irene Short, age 76, of St. Paul, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on May 1, 2023. Mary was a steadfast Christian and devoted caregiver all her life. She demonstrated her passion for health and medicine in many ways - during her professional life as a Nursing Assistant, and in her private life. She was always willing...
Lagina Ivy
Apr 30, 2023
Sunday, April 30th 2023, Lagina Ivy reunited with her mother, father, brothers Roosevelt (Charlotte), Michael, and Lester. She is survived by her children, Daisy, Isaiah, Alana, Lawayne, Serenity, Jayvion, and Kalsie. Grandchildren Leeanna, Da'monie, Zarielle, Isaiah Jr, Ma'cion, Zhyion, Milani, Tre'Vonnie, and Ja'karion. Sister Joann, brothers Eugene, Marlin, Keith, and Luvar. And a Host of Family and Friends! Lagina...
William Edward Smith
Apr 28, 2023
With profound sadness we announce the passing of William Edward "Bill" Smith, a loving, kind man. He left us peacefully on Friday, April 28 th at Regions Hospital in Saint Paul, Minnesota with his wife Diane and son Aaron by his side. William Edward Smith of Eagan, MN, was born January 23, 1936 in Waterloo, Iowa. He lived with...
Maria "Tina" Ernestina Vasquez
Apr 22, 2023
Our beloved Matriarch, Maria Ernestina Vasquez, lovingly known as Tina, 99, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 22nd, 2023 surrounded by family. Born in Joyce, Texas she was the eldest child to late Refugio Martinez and Paula Cisneros. She had many fond memories of growing up on a farm with many friends and family. She...
Bruce Daniel Becker
Apr 16, 2023
Bruce D. Becker passed away at home in Eagan, MN, on April 16, 2023, after a short illness.
He is survived by his long-time partner Kathy Kladstrup, his brother Gale Becker, his sister-in-law Pat Becker, two nephews Fred Becker and Kevin Becker, three nieces Linda Hilmoe, Lisa Campbell and Tracy Hokanson, and three foster daughters Aaliyah Brekke,...
Alicia (Segovia) Vasquez
Apr 15, 2023
Alicia Vasquez Age 89, of St. Paul, a longtime West Sider, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family. She is preceded in death by her loving husband Doroteo "Richard", daughter MaryEllen "Lena", infant grandson Derrick Anthony, her parents, and her brother. Her love and dedication were focused around her family. She worked many years and retired as...
Walter Alexander Clemente Ventura
Apr 15, 2023
Alex Clemente Age 47 Formerly of Sonsonate, El Salvador and spent many years in Los Angeles, CA Alex was an artist. His creative mind flourished when it came to sewing, costume designing, photography, and thrifting furniture and refurbishing it. He was a wonderful cook specializing in Italian, Hispanic, and Mexican cuisine. Growing up in El Salvador, he...
Brenda William (Brown) Wright
Apr 13, 2023
Brenda Wright
December 6, 1956 - April 13th 2023 (66) Brenda William Wright, 66 of (Chicago, IL) (Oakdale, MN) passed away on April 13th 2023, surrounded by her family. Proceeded in death by her husband James Lee wright Sr., mother Mamie Lee Brown, a host of brothers and sisters, Survived four children Dwayne Wright, Jermaine Wright, Tamika...
Kevin Donnell Pollard
Apr 11, 2023
Kevin D. Pollard, 56, of St Paul. Minnesota, passed away on April 11th, 2023, after struggling with several long term illnesses, and eventually, an unexpected heart condition.
Kevin was born on June 7, 1966, to Alton B. Pollard, Jr., and Lena L. Pollard. He was baptized at a young age. After graduating from Como Senior High School...
Magali Saldana Garcia
Apr 4, 2023
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Crosby Scheffer Sommers
Apr 3, 2023
Crosby Sommers died at his home on April 3 surrounded by friends, family and amazing caregivers. Preceded in death by his loving wife, Barbara, he is survived by his girlfriend, Lynn Trok, his daughter, Christine Guernsey (Ed); son, Grant Evans (Carolyn); daughter, Jenny Swanson; his grandchildren, Jessie, Luke, Noah, Gabriel, and Greyson; siblings Edward Sommers (Jane), and Anne Louise...
Muoi Thang
Apr 2, 2023
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Lewis Henry Rowell
Apr 1, 2023
Lewis Henry Rowell
May 5th 1947 - April 1st 2023
Lewis Rowell, our Beloved Brother, Uncle, Cousin & Friend
Passed away Saturday, April 1st 2023 at Elderwood of Hinkley at the age of 75.
Lewis loved spending time with his siblings, nieces, and nephews. He loved to draw, paint, and create...
Clyde Anthony Ciccarelli
Mar 29, 2023
Clyde Anthony Ciccarelli Clyde Anthony Ciccarelli passed away peacefully on March 29th, 2023, at the age of 83. Clyde was born January 9th, 1940, to Clyde and Mary Ann Ciccarelli. He is preceded in death by his parents, and his siblings Harold Ciccarelli, Steven Ciccarelli, and Nancy Hammer. He was a graduate of Wheaton College. Clyde joined the Reserve...
Molly Elizabeth Mulligan
Mar 27, 2023
Molly Elizabeth Mulligan was born on March 7, 1996 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, MN and passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2023 at 27 years old. Her family and friends are deeply saddened and shocked by her sudden death. Molly is survived by her mother Angela Bykowski, father John Mulligan, brother John Mulligan II, sister Alexis Bauer,...