OBITUARIES

Kathi Stoddard

Jun 14, 2022

Kathi Stoddard passed away June 14, 2022. No services to be announced.

George "Jerry" Edmondson

Jun 13, 2022

George “Jerry” Edmondson

Age 83, of Burnsville, died peacefully June 13, 2022. He is preceded by his wife, Pat; son, Dana; and his 12 siblings. He is survived by sons, Donald (Deb), David, and Daniel (Tina); grandson, Kyle; nieces, nephews, and other loving family and friends. Funeral Service Monday, June 20 at 11:00 at SIMPLE TRADITIONS by...

Marc Litzenberg

May 31, 2022

Marc R. Litzenberg, 65, died suddenly but peacefully May 31, 2022 with his family by his side. Marc was a loving brother, husband, father, grandfather and friend to many. He enjoyed spending his time at home in Saint Paul with Jo reading or putzing about, caring for and watching his grandchildren’s activities, constantly reorganizing and listening to his vast...

Michael "Mike" Edward Schanus

May 18, 2022

Mike, eldest son was born to wed parents Marilyn and Melvin, child of six.Siblings of Life : Mark (Jamie), Michelle, preceding Martin/Marty, Mitchell (Terri), Monte (Jennifer). Endearing life-works included welding, holistic farming, general mechanics, a well spirited and loving man. Father to surviving children daughters Katrina and Melisa (Geno) Zaccardi and son Nicholas. Seven descendant Grandchildren at time of...

Mary Frederika Bausman-Watkins

May 8, 2022

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...

Tana Marie Sigsworth

May 1, 2022

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...

Francyne Marie Yarusso

Apr 30, 2022

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...

Bruno Rodriguez

Apr 27, 2022

We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Gerald Reisem

Apr 27, 2022

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...

Jeffery "Papa" Dean Bickford

Apr 25, 2022

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...

Carolyn Meyer Chesebrough

Apr 25, 2022

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...

James "Jim" William Parker

Apr 20, 2022

James (Jim) William Parker, age 84, passed away April 20, 2022 in St Paul, MN, leaving behind family and friends who will miss him.

Born in Rapid City, SD, Jim spent most of his life in Sioux Falls, graduating from Washington High School, class of 1955. Through the Army ROTC program, he attended South Dakota State University,...

Henry "Hank" Burnham

Apr 16, 2022

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...

Chad M. Medellin

Apr 5, 2022

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...

Jodi Lynn Hayne

Apr 5, 2022

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...

Tamara Flynn-Schultz

Mar 31, 2022

Age 54 of St. Paul, died unexpectedly on March 31, 2022.  Tamara loved nature and was drawn to the river especially. She was a free soul and animal lover. As an adrenaline seeker, she loved bungee jumping, skydiving and riding motorcycles with her hair in the wind. Above all, she loved spending time with her family. Her favorite thing...

Matthew J. Johnson

Mar 29, 2022

Please join us in celebrating Matthew's life.  A Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 5, 2022 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM, Simple Traditions by Bradshaw (Saint Paul-Highland) 671 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul.  A Celebration of Life will follow at 1:00 PM.

Judith "Judy" Marie Carney

Mar 25, 2022

Carney, Judy M. (nee Lineer)

Went to Heaven on March 25, 2022, age 80

She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family. Preceded in death by husband, Jim; sister, Debbie Lineer. Survived by son, Scott (Lyn); grandchildren, Henry and George; twin sister, Naomi Dorau; brothers, Fred (Wendy) Lineer and Steve (Debby) Lineer;...

Marjorie J. Nelson

Mar 20, 2022

Age 94. Born to Lela and Glen Kirsebom on 6/29/27 and passed peacefully on 3/20/22. Preceded in death by husband, Howard, brothers Frank and Glen Allen Kirsebom, and sister Barbara Watson. Survived by children, Darlene (David Atkinson), Vern (Joanne), Kirk (Sue), and Lyle (Melissa), 5 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 5 sisters-in-Law plus many nieces and nephews.

Marjorie...

Patrick Vievering

Mar 20, 2022

Patrick James Vievering, age 18, of St Paul, died unexpectedly March 20, 2022. Patrick’s nature was a quiet one, but those who knew him understood how genuine, kind, and compassionate a spirit he was. He kept close confidence, and had an especially close relationship with his sister, Missy. He especially enjoying gaming and the communities he found there. He...