OBITUARIES

Feb 25, 2023

Richard Christopher Sur Richard Christopher Sur (Chris) of St. Paul, MN, passed away suddenly on February 25, 2023, doing what he loved, skiing in Theodore Wirth park with his good friend Pete. He was 55. Chris was born in Boston, MA to Catherine Anne (Poggi) Sur and Richard Raymond Sur. As a child, Chris lived in North Andover, MA,...

Feb 24, 2023

Yeyco Arturo Avila was born on June 7, 1972 in New York, New York to Rodrigo Avila Chang and Rebeca Avila Catuy and passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 24, 2023 after a lifelong battle with Sickle Cell Anemia. He was 50 years old. Yeyco moved to Minnesota at age 13 and graduated from Harding High School...

Feb 22, 2023

Barbara Ann Greeder Born July 15, 1935 in Willernie, MN. Pass away peacefully on February 22, 2023 at the age of 87. She was the youngest of five children. Preceded in death by her parents, George and Lillian (Nelson) Greeder and siblings: Helen (Roy) Torelle, infant brother (Russell), Charles (Shirley) Greeder, and Rosemary (James) Mercer. After graduating from Mahtomedi...

Feb 21, 2023

Wayne Michael Peterson Age 71 Passed away on February 21, 2023. Wayne was an avid Harley Davidson biker. He was proud to be a pirate. He is preceded in death by his wife, Angela Peterson; and parents, John and Marcella. Wayne is survived by daughters, Danielle and Deia; grandchildren, Naomi, Timothy, Isaac, and Ashton John "AJ"; and great-granddaughters, Addisin, Azalea,...

Feb 20, 2023

Ditmanson, Esther Lois Esther Lois Ditmanson passed away peacefully of natural causes on February 20, 2023, at the age of 93. She was born to missionary parents in Kweiteh, Honan, China, on October 21, 1929. She worked as a medical technologist at Abbott- Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis until her retirement. She loved photography, gardening, rock collecting, and the North...

Feb 20, 2023

DeFoe, Scott P.

Passed away peacefully on February 20, 2023, age 62. Preceded in death by parents, Ed and Agnus. Survived by siblings, Sandy (Jerry) Felde, Kathy Meyers, and Steve (Cheryl). Visitation Tuesday, February 28, 6-8 P.M. at SIMPLE TRADITIONS BY BRADSHAW, 488 Humboldt Avenue. Private burial Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials preferred to TSE, Inc., 103-105 Vadnais Blvd.,...

Feb 14, 2023

SarahLee Baumann

Age 77, of Saint Paul

Passed away on February 14th, 2023.

Preceded by her parents, Joseph & Pearl Baumann; siblings, Jim, Rosemary, and Joseph (Buzzy).

Survived by siblings, Steven, Tom, and Susan; sons, Jim (Kathy) Hillstrom, David Hillstrom (Luann Anderson); and grandchildren, Nicholas, Amanda, Paige & Erika.

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Feb 13, 2023

Fenton, Laurence P.

Age 90, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on Feb. 13, 2023. Preceded by his parents, Walter and Anne Fenton ; his siblings, Elizabeth, Mark, and Joan ; and his son , Michael. Survived by his sister, Maryfaith Fox (Michael) ; his son, Richard (Mariam) ; granddaughter , Juna , and grandson , Demetrius ....

Feb 12, 2023

Edward "Ed" William Flicek was born to Donna Nerud & William Flicek on October 5th 1950 in St. Paul, MN. He passed peacefully on February 12th, 2023. He is survived by brother Jim(Jill), daughter Erin, son Bryan, long time friend Maggie, grandchildren Angelo, Jayden, Will, and Andre. Ed was loved and his great sense of humor will be missed...

Feb 7, 2023

Wanda Mary Hertzog, age 54, of St. Paul passed away peacefully on February 7, 2023. She loved many people, but was loved by many more. Preceded in death by: mother, Anna Mae; father, Dale; sister, Sondra; brother, Wade. She is survived by son, Michael; niece Anna; grandsons, Ethan & Wesley; fiancé Duane. A celebration of Wanda's life will take...

Feb 6, 2023

Ouska, James E. Jim's life journey came to an end 2/6/23. He leaves behind amazing memories of laughter, love, and music. He is missed by his wife Nila, family and friends. Full Obit on FB at a later date.

Feb 6, 2023

Renee Elizabeth Ratliff, age 41 passed away February 6, 2023. Renee was so strong and fought a long battle against unprecedented diseases. She was the loving wife to her husband of 21 years Daniel. Throughout the years they went on many adventures and followed each other everywhere. She was kind and caring person who loved nothing more than spending...

Feb 5, 2023

Carlos Padilla, age 51 from Corozal, Puerto Rico

On Sunday, February 5th, a caring, loving, and giving man left this world. He loved his family and friends beyond measure. He was proud of his Puerto Rican heritage and shined with joy when listening to the throbbing rhythm of salsa. His personality accentuated his loving heart making everyone...

Feb 4, 2023

James Gary Goff, age 88, of St. Louis Park, passed away February, 4, 2023. Jim was known for his entertaining stories, political enthusiasm, and his sense of humor. He enjoyed talking to everyone he met and was an avid dog and cat lover. Jim was born in St. Paul on November 5, 1934. He graduated from St. Thomas Academy...

Jan 31, 2023

Age 52, of Westside St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on January 31, 2023.

As a lifelong Westsider, Cisco loved his family and his community. He served as a Deputy Sheriff in Ramsey County, and in his spare time, was a Grillmaster and devoted DJ. There was nothing he enjoyed more than learning a new grill recipe and...

Jan 24, 2023

Daniel Craig Hanson Age 55 of New Hope, formerly of 35th Avenue South in Minneapolis and Winifred Street in St. Paul. Passed away in his home on January 24, 2023. Dan is preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Phyllis. He is survived by his brother, Robert (Stephanie); sister, Beverly (Richard); and niece, Amanda. Dan was beloved by...

Jan 23, 2023

Eudel Zuniga "EZ" Age 72 from Saint Paul's West Side passed away on 1/23/23 after a courageous battle of Diabetes. Eudel passed surrounded by his Children, Grand-Children, family and friends. Family was most important to Eudel. He was a wonderful Father and Grand-Father. He loved all his family and built special bonds with each one of them. He was...

Jan 17, 2023

Alise Elaine "Lisa" (Piper) Cumpston Aug. 24, 1947 - Jan. 17, 2023 Died at age 75 after fighting cancer for two years. Lisa was born on Aug. 24, 1947, to Kenneth and Frances Piper in Des Moines, Iowa, who went on to have her sister, Shirley (John) Rosebery. After graduating from West Des Moines Valley High School in 1965,...

Jan 15, 2023

Dennis "Hawk" Hawkins

Age 70 of Oakdale passed away on January 15th. He is preceded in death by his son Daniel Hawkins and his parents Celestine and Wanda. He will be sadly missed by his wife Teri Schichel; children Erin(Jim) Collins and Nathan Hawkins; grandchildren Lidi Collins and Carter Collins; siblings Cheryl(Greg) Price, Craig(Barb) Hawkins, Celeste(Tim) Terbilcox,...

Jan 12, 2023

Ruel Arnold Russell “Russ”

Age 70 of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully on January 12, 2023.

Russ was a proud Navy Veteran and a strong Christian. He was a great handyman and was able to fix just about anything, especially cars. Russ had a weakness for ice cream and a soft spot for...