OBITUARIES
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for St. Paul, Minnesota, Ramsey County & Surrounding Areas
Gloria Franzen
Dec 28, 2017
Gloria was a loved person who dearly adored her family, dogs, and sports teams. She will be dearly loved and missed by many. Gloria is preceded in death by her son, Jim Peterson; daughter, Julie Parks; and sister, Josie. She is survived by her children, Karen (Tim) Polski, and Lloyd (Sara) Peterson; grandchildren, Nicholas, Nicole, Michelle, Phillip Jr., Dawn Marie,...
Roxanne Kjarum
Dec 28, 2017
An obituary is not available at this time for Roxanne Kjarum. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Pamela Newsome
Dec 27, 2017
Pamela Pettigrew Newsome Age 64 of St. Paul, passed away in hospice care December 27, 2017, after 11 years living with ovarian cancer. She is survived by parents, Charles and Joan Pettigrew of Fort Myers, FL; loving husband of 30 years, Jim; son, John (Erin); grandson, Blake; sister, Laurie; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Pam worked as a research...
Jonathan Carnes
Dec 24, 2017
Visitation Simple Traditions by Bradshaw (Saint Paul-West Side) 488 Humboldt Ave St. Paul, MN 55107 Thursday, January 11, 2018 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Service Simple Traditions by Bradshaw (Saint Paul-West Side) 488 Humboldt Ave St. Paul, MN 55107 Thursday, January 11, 2018 3:00 PM
Norman Duddingston
Dec 24, 2017
Duddingston Norman Scott Age 57 Passed away surrounded by family and friends at his home on December 24. Preceded in death by his mother, Carolyn. Survived by his wife, Tawny; son, Alex; daughter, McKenzie; father, Charles N.; brothers, Charles E., Daniel and David. Norman, also known as Scott, graduated from Highland Park H.S. and the University of Minnesota. He managed...
Douglas Rowley
Dec 22, 2017
Douglas Woodrow Rowley Age 94 of St. Paul Passed away December 22, 2017 Preceded in death by brother Howard and sister Ellen. Survived by loving wife of 65 years, Lila; children Mike (Cindy), George (Sue), William deceased (Missy), Robert (Julie), Quint; 13 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; brother-in-law Steve Stevahn (niece Laurie and nephew Mike), and Susan and Dennis Davis/...
Fred "Butch" Kast
Dec 18, 2017
A life-long West Sider, Butch graduated Humboldt High School in 1977. He spent six years in the Marine Corps, and one year in the Army Reserves. After his service, he worked at the Pioneer Press for 28 years. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, working with wood, Halloween, his '65 'Cuda, the Miami Dolphins, the Minnesota Wild, and sports of all...
Virginia Wassermann
Dec 17, 2017
An obituary is not available at this time for Virginia Wassermann. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
David Hamilton
Dec 16, 2017
An obituary is not available at this time for David Hamilton. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Nina Le Flem
Dec 14, 2017
Le Flem, Nina Age 60 of Edina, MN, passed away December 14th, 2017. Nina was born in Philadelphia, PA, and moved to Edina, MN as a child. In her adulthood, Nina loved her family and most of all, her grandson, Caiden. She also loved Sanibel Island, FL, where her family owned a property that will be her final resting place....
Milan Frank Bogatich
Dec 13, 2017
With a heavy, broken heart I announce the passing of my dear brother, Milan Frank Bogatich. Preceded in death by parents, Frances and Milan and all his loving companions, Sarge, Buffy, Sissy, Mali, Anja, Cigan, Medjo, Lija Mia and Duchi. Milan will be fondly remembered and sadly missed by his sister, Nancy Jean; dear close friends, Ted Trkla and Lee...
Michael Ek
Dec 12, 2017
Michael John Ek, 60, passed away suddenly & unexpectedly from a fall at his home in Burnsville, MN on Tuesday Dec. 12, 2017. Mike was born November 12, 1957 in Eau Claire, WI to Bill & Karen Ek. He spent his early childhood in Shell Lake, WI. The family moved to Oconto, WI in 1968. Mike graduated from high school...
Jane Catherine Lilleodden
Dec 10, 2017
Passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 10, 2017. Born April 3, 1934 in Hanska, MN to parents Oscar and Thea (Helling) Lilleodden. Preceded in death by parents and infant twin sisters, Ann and Mae. Survived by twin sister, Jo Lilleodden; siblings, Elaine (John) Johnson, Harvey (La Donna) Lilleodden, Leanore (Don) Johnsen, Roger (Karin) Lilleodden, James (Bonnie) Lilleodden; 17 nieces and...
Ramon S Gomez
Dec 9, 2017
Ramon Salvador Gomez Age 79 Loving father and beloved son of Ramon M. and Georgina Gomez, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2017. He is survived by his devoted wife of 58 years, Maria; four children, Ramon A. (Sandra), Luis (Kelly), David (Kristin) and Miriam (Frank); and seven grandchildren. Ramon was a retired 3M engineer who loved singing and writing...
Howard Guthmann
Dec 6, 2017
GUTHMANN, HOWARD M. Howard Guthmann, a St. Paul business man, philanthropist, civic activist, education advocate, and mentor to many died on December 6 after a long and wonderful life one week after celebrating his 95th birthday. He practiced accounting with the firm that is now known as Wilkerson Guthmann from 1943 to 2016. His CPA certificate is number 452. Certificates...
Katherine Nelson
Dec 5, 2017
An obituary is not available at this time for Katherine Nelson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Roger Shimada
Dec 3, 2017
Shimada Roger Minoru Age 52 Of Little Canada Passed away December 3, 2017. He is preceded in death by his sister, Shirley, parents Isamu (Sam) and Tsuyako (Sue). He is survived by his life partner and what he referred to lovingly as his "virtual wife", Susan Gabrys; her children, Ann (John), Neal (Rene); two grandchildren; sister, Pauline (Shawn), a nephew,...
Justin Branby
Dec 3, 2017
Justin Branby gave us great music, profound wisdom and passion for a better world. On Sunday morning, December 3, he left this world behind. A severe staph infection stole him away from us at the age of 46. Throughout his month-long battle he was cared for beautifully at Regions and University of Minnesota hospitals and was made comfortable through to...
Ernest B. Sylvis
Dec 1, 2017
Sylvis, Ernest B. Age 78, formerly of St. Paul, died peacefully December 1, 2017. Preceded in death by wife, Cary; parents, Ernest and Pansy; 12 siblings. Survived by 9 children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Arrangements are pending
Bruce Price
Nov 26, 2017
Bruce J. Price Age 75 Of West St. Paul Passed away peacefully on November 26, 2017. Preceded in death by parents and sister, Linda. Survived by loving wife, Diane; children, Kevin, Randy and Lisa (Nick); grandchildren, Lindsay, Adam, Skylar, Vincent, Landon, Andrew and Isaac; great-grandchildren, Ashton and AJ; kittens, Snowball, Samantha, and Stella; and many other family members and friends....



