OBITUARIES

Jul 3, 2025

Dec 28, 2025

Joseph "Joey" James Getter

1/17/1994-12/28/2025

Age 31

North St Paul MN

Survived by

(Mother) Ronnie Sprigler

Brother Michael (Jenn) "Teddy, Poppy, Landry"

Brothers Mathew and Daniel

Sister Sara (Cruz) "Kaya, Kynlee, Gunner"

Sister Lizzie (Jim) "Mason"

Sister Tamra (Nick) "Bentley"

And many extended family.

Joey loved cheeseburgers and tots at Neumann's bar in North St Paul every Tuesday and chocolate chip pancakes every Thursday for dinner. Joey looked forward to Joey's ride...

Dec 27, 2025

Sean Maopao Yang, 39, of Saint Paul, Minnesota, passed away on December 27, 2025 with complications from his heart.

Sean was born on July 18, 1986 in Riverside, California to Mang Yang and Paofu Lee. He graduated high school in 2005 from Patrick Henry High School in Minneapolis and then went to Toccoa Falls College in Georgia, earning a Bachelors of...

Dec 21, 2025

I did not want to leave youIt was just my time to goI know your heart is breakingSo, I need to let you knowThat although you can no longer see meIll be forever by your sideI promise time will numb the painAnd help dry the tears you've criedYou can reach me in you memoriesJust think of me, I will be...

Dec 17, 2025

Mauricio Jr. Aguirre Garza passed away unexpectedly on December 17. He was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

Mauricio was a devoted father, brother, and friend. He was known for his kind heart, sense of humor, and the deep love he had for his family, especially his children. His presence brought...

Dec 13, 2025

Lilly (Lydia Zepeda) Dittel passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord on December 13, 2025, surrounded by love. Born to Antonio and Petra Zepeda (both deceased), Lilly grew up in a large, close-knit family and carried her family's warmth, humor, and generosity into every stage of her life.

Lilly was formerly married to the late Robert Jack Dittel. She is...

Dec 11, 2025

Frances Marie McDounogh, formerly Maloney, of Saint Paul MN, passed away on December 11,2025, after a long battle of COPD, pneumonia and congestive heart failure. Her final moments on this earth were spent holding the hand of the love of her life, Barry James McDounogh.

She was born on June 27, 1959 to Mary Josephine Connolly(Maloney) and Edward Maloney.

Known for her...

Dec 9, 2025

Christopher Okonkwo Service - Livestream

"Christopher Okonkwo, age 82, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025.

Chris was originally from Nigeria and spent much of his professional life in Minnesota. He worked as a Chemist for the Pillsbury Company and later drove a cab in retirement to stay active and supplement his income.

Testimonial from Monica Jackson:

"I first met Chris in the early...

Dec 9, 2025

Vera Kastratovich (Kostich) age 88, passed away peacefully on Monday December 9, 2025 at Gracewood Senior Living, Lino Lakes, MN. In her final years, she struggled with dementia, but she never lost her grace, compassion, kindness and gentle smile. She always had a compliment and kind word for everyone she encountered.

Vera was born November 8, 1937 in Belgrade, Serbia. There...

Dec 6, 2025

Nathan Keneth Kmetz, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on December 6, 2025. Preceded in death by his father, Raymond and mother, Emily Kmetz. He is survived by his brother Tony (Cara), nephew Lucas, several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends.

Nathan had a passion for decorating, especially around Halloween and Christmas, bringing joy and festive spirit to everyone around him....

Dec 6, 2025

Age 71 of West St. Paul

Passed away on December 6, 2025 after a courageous two-year battle with ALS. Chuck was a Marine veteran serving during the Vietnam era in the Philippines. He was a champion body builder. Body building was a huge part of his life. He also loved to scuba dive and go camping with Geri.

Chuck is survived by...

Dec 4, 2025

Nov 30, 2025

Doreen Anne Foote, Good Medicine Heart Woman, of St. Paul, MN, formerly of Fort Yates, ND, passed away surrounded by family on November 30, 2025.Although Doreen suffered from pancreatic cancer, she remained her generous self until the end. Her passion for sewing, painting, arts and crafts, will not soon be forgotten. Doreen's family and community will miss her dearly.

She is...

Nov 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Sopholora "Lora" Sar, a loving mother, sister, grandmother, auntie, and friend. She passed away on November 29, 2025, surrounded by family.

Born in Battambang, Cambodia, to father Nhep, Peng, and mother; Kang, Saly. Lora lived a life defined by courage, sacrifice, and unwavering love. In 1972, she married her late husband, Socheat Sar,...

Nov 19, 2025

Bonita (Bonnie) Jean Konkel, age 80, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2025, in St. Paul, MN.

Bonnie was born in Olivia, MN, to Sylvester "Syl" Pellowski and Leona (Lejk) Pellowski. She grew up in a loving family in Winona, MN, before the family later moved to Caledonia, MN. After graduating from high school, Bonnie married Charles Henry Konkel, and together...

Nov 19, 2025

Ronald "Ron" Joseph Perrault Jr. was born on November 9th, 1964 and returned home on November 19th, 2025.

Ron's light lives on through his wife Shari Perrault, and through his children and their mother Sarah Plummer (Daniel Plummer): Allison, Christopher (Lisa), Avery (Mariah) Perrault; his grandchild: Winnie Perrault and many other loving family and friends.

Ron is preceded in death by his...

Nov 17, 2025

Willie B Edwards, 86, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025. She was born on March 20,1939, in Ackerman Mississippi, to Isaiah Sr. and Donzell Reeves. Willie grew up in Choctaw County and carried the warmth and strength of her Mississippi roots throughout her life.

Willie later made her home in St. Paul, Minnesota, where she lived for many decades, raising...

Nov 16, 2025

Dennis LeRoy Wavrin 1946-2025

Dennis L. Wavrin, 79, of Minnetonka, MN, passed away on November 16, 2025 at M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina. He was born in Owatonna to Jerome and Dorothy (Vesely) Wavrin in 1946. He graduated from Owatonna Highschool in 1965 and attended college at the University of Minnesota where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery...

Nov 14, 2025

Huck, Gerard Michael "Jerry", 78, of Oakdale, Minnesota, passed on peacefully at home on November 14, 2025.

Born on May 30, 1947, Jerry grew up In Des Plaines, IL. He was known for his quick wit, great sense of humor, insatiable curiosity, and warm heart. Jerry was the youngest of six children born to Steve and Ruth Huck. He was fun...

Nov 13, 2025

Valencia Denisce Bryant, age 68, of St. Paul, entered eternal rest on November 13, 2025.

Homegoing held at 12:00PM on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Arlington Hills Lutheran Church (1115 Greenbrier St., St. Paul). Viewing one hour prior at 11AM. Burial to follow service at Elmhurst Cemetery in St. Paul. Repast at Elks Lodge (1614 Plymouth Ave. N. Minneapolis).

Memorials preferred to family.