OBITUARIES

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...

Jan 8, 2023

Died peacefully on January 8, 2023 of natural causes. Gabby was the sweetest soul with a fun spirit and a huge heart. She absolutely loved boating on the St Croix with Gary “Gus” Gustafson and friends. She was at her best when surrounded by her countless friends, family and pets. Her kindness, selflessness, generosity and laughter made her truly...

Jan 6, 2023

Shelley Racine Passed away peacefully Friday January 6, 2023. She was born February 18, 1958, in Stillwater Minnesota. She grew up on the West Hill and graduated from Stillwater High School in 1976 where she was active in cheerleading and enjoyed being in the choir. She then went on to receive her four-year college degree while working for 3M....

Jan 5, 2023

Shirley passed away January 5th 2023, as her brother Ervin held her in his arms to bid her a final goodbye. She was surrounded by family and Pastor Karsten. Pastor performed a final prayer of Hope & Thanksgiving for a life well-loved and lived.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Willard B....

Jan 4, 2023

I give you this one thought to keep - I am with you still - I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain. When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush...

2023

Laurie Lee Thomson, age 58, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on April 3, 2023.

She is preceded in passing by her granddaughter, Mariah Aubrecht.

Laurie is survived by her children, Tira (Keith) Fenning and Jessica Ramos; grandchildren, Logan and Faith (Aubrecht), Jomiah and Charlee Fenning; Carmen, Luis, Krystal, Alberto, Franky and Brooklyn (Elton); her mom,...

2023

Ada Lou Robinson Crumble Passed away on February 1, 2023, age 80. Ada was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, auntie and friend. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, February 10, 11:00 A.M. at Church of St. Peter Claver, 375 Oxford Street North. Visitation one hour prior.

2023

John Robert Holum August 31, 1928 – January 27, 2023

John R. Holum, 94, of St. Paul passed away January 27, 2023. Retired professor of chemistry at Augsburg College and chemistry textbook author. Born August 31, 1928, in Tracy, MN, son of Gilbert and Elvine Holum. John was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Holum, his...

Dec 30, 2022

Avelardo "Chon" Gallegos, Jr. Age 58 of Texas passed away on Friday, December 30th. He is preceded in death by his parents Abelardo (Lalo) and Ernestina. He is survived by his children Christopher (Venessa) Gallegos, Krystle (Tesfaye) Aschenaki, Lisa (Erick) Tysk, AJ Gallegos; Grandchildren Victoria, Natalia, Valencia, Olivia, Tesfaye, Niko, Ruth; and many siblings, nieces, nephews, and beloved friends....

Dec 30, 2022

Roberta Ann Morrison passed away unexpectedly in her home on December 30, 2022. She was 65. Survived by children, Crystal Brown, Norman Strong, Alice Strong, Ulysses Strong; grandchildren, Rose Gonzalez, Roberta Strong, Stanley Brown, Patricia Brown, Tawny Strong, Precious Strong, Victor Strong, Francisco Solis, Victor Solis, Christian Strong, Allison Strong, Ulysses Strong, Terrence Strong, Louis Strong, Sheldon Strong, Hopa...

Dec 30, 2022

Jesse Espinoza

Passed away peacefully with a daughter by his side on December 30, 2022, age 84. Preceded in death by parents, Walter and Rene; grandson, Zach; many brothers and sisters. Survived by children, Kimberly Belisle (Milo Luppen), Tanya VanAlstine (Joe), Jessica O’Neal (Minnow), and Brian Yates; grandchildren, Trent, Hannah, Chase, Ellie, Tyler, Dana, and Brandy Lynn;...

Dec 28, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Thomas Field Nordland. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 25, 2022

Steve Scharffbillig

12/25/2022

Passed away unexpectedly.

Preceded by parents Gene and Barbara Scharffbillig; brothers Jeff and Greg (Cricket)

Survived by children Dennis (Angie) Scharffbillig, Abbie (Joe) Drews, Alex (Chelsea) Buchanan; grandchildren, Cody, Karlie, Brie and Ella; siblings Pork (Lynne), Terry (Kim), Jodi (Todd), Randy (Shiela), Kelly.

Many other family...

Dec 23, 2022

Mark Kenneth Thomford, Age 68 of St. Paul Died on December 23, 2022 Preceded in death by mother, Shirley Warner, uncle, Harold(Bonnie Busson), and aunt, Clare Ferber(Bob). Survived by father, Ken Thomford, special friends Mary Jane Ferber & Carolyn Jones, Peggy & Bill Tate, and the whole Ferber family along with cousins, extended family, and friends. Mark was a...

Dec 22, 2022

LOUIS POTHEN Age 87 of St. Paul, died Dec 22. Louis is survived by sister Marjorie Murphy and several nieces and nephews. Preceded by siblings, Angeline, Irene, Melvin and Robert.

Services on Tuesday, Dec 27 with visitation at 10:00 AM and service at 11:00 AM at Simple Traditions by Bradshaw- Highland, 671 S. Snelling Ave., St Paul....

Dec 21, 2022

RAYMAN OLSON Of Minneapolis Passed away on Dec. 21. Ray previously lived in Albert Lea and Woodbury. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Evelyn and brother, Roy. Survived by children Ryan (Stephanie), Dana Twum-Ampofo (Alfred) and Michael (Kayla); grandchildren, Henry, Lily, Evelyn, Ida and Liam; and former wife Carol Pressley. Celebration of Life at 10:30 AM on Thursday,...

Dec 18, 2022

Solomon Maximillian Anczarski

Age 27 of St. Paul

Passed away on December 18, 2022.

Solomon loved spending his time in the great outdoors and traveling. He was passionate about motorcycles and cars. You could often find him enjoying quality food and listening to good music. He also was very interested in learning and...

Dec 17, 2022

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our Mother,  Lupe (Guadalupe) García,  age 92 on Saturday, December 17, 2022. She died peacefully surrounded by family.

She is preceded in death by daughter Melanie Nancy Hernandez, and mother Atanasia Ortiz and Father Monico Ortiz.

Survived by daughter: Theresa Anderson, Monica Garcia (Jerry),...

Dec 13, 2022

Elsie Freimuth September 7, 1918 - December 13, 2022

Elsie L. (Knuth) 104, of Duluth & South Haven, MN Elsie Freimuth, a 75-year resident of Duluth and owner of Jeronimus Floral, Inc. for 25 years, died December 13, 2022, in Roseville, MN. She was the 8th (and last survivor) of the ten children born to Paul Otto...