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Ronald W. Gruhn

Ronald W. Gruhn

April 15, 2014

GRUHN Ronald W. “Ron”, age 67, of Apple Valley, passed away on April 15, 2014 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Ron was born on February 24, 1947 in Hartley, IA to William & Velma Gruhn. He graduated from Hartley High School in 1965 and attended Mankato Business College in Mankato, MN. Ron was drafted into the U.S. Army in...

Ruth H. Landmark

Ruth H. Landmark

April 15, 2014

Ruth H. Landmark age 90, of Mpls. Preceded by parents, Harold and Anna; brother, Arnold; and foster daughter, Christine Anderson. Survived by foster son, Lyndon Landmark; sister-in-law, Grace Landmark; nephew, James (Sandra) Landmark and their sons: Chris, David (Kristin) and Peter (Kalli); and special friend, Beatrice Cegon. Service 2:00 PM, Monday, Augustana Home Chapel, 1007 E. 14th St., Mpls. with...

Malcolm Vern Baker, Jr.

Malcolm Vern Baker, Jr.

April 14, 2014

Malcolm Vern Baker, Jr., 58, of Lakeville, passed away suddenly Monday, April 14. He was born October 1, 1955 in Mt. Gilead, Ohio to Malcolm Vern and Elizabeth (nee McGraw) Baker, Sr. Malcolm is survived by his Forever Love, Heather Furtney, sons John and Malcolm III, daughter Madelyn, sisters Brenda and Maryanne, brother Mark, parents-in-law David and Donna Furtney, brother-in-law...

Michael Kallas

Michael Kallas

April 12, 2014

Michael William Kallas, age 64, of Hastings, passed away suddenly April 12, 2014. He was born on June 8, 1949 in St. Paul to James and Helen (Hentgen) Kallas. He married Deb Regenscheid in Newport on April 2, 1977. Michael loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim;...

Anna (Ware) Peterson

Anna (Ware) Peterson

April 11, 2014

Anna M. Peterson, age 90 of Hastings, formerly of St. Paul died April 11, 2014 at Regina Medical Center in Hastings, MN. Anna was born October 4, 1923 in St. Paul to Hartvig and Karin (Tengman) Holmberg. She had moved to Hastings in 1989 with her second husband, Robert to be closer toher daughter Sally. She was preceded in...

Lillian M. Schaffer

Lillian M. Schaffer

April 9, 2014

Lillian M. Schaffer, age 83 of Hastings, died April 9, 2014 at Regina Medical Center. Lillian was born September 4, 1930 in Hastings to Michael and Mary (Eckart) Raway. She was a 1948 graduate of Hastings High School and married Luverne J. Schaffer October 7, 1950 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Hastings. She was preceded in death by...

John K. Knetter

John K. Knetter

April 9, 2014

John Kyle Knetter of Hampton, a Randolph High School Senior, passed away April 9, 2014. He was born in Maplewood on April 29, 1996 to John and Dahrys (Harris) Knetter. John was employed at Dudley’s Pizza, played on the high school football team, and was a member of Boy Scout Troop 118 in Farmington. He was preceded in death...

Barbara J Pfeifer

Barbara J Pfeifer

April 9, 2014

Barbara J. Pfeifer Age 80 of New Hope, born Sep. 28, 1933 in Minneapolis to Robert and Josephine Olson, passed away April 9, 2014. She is preceded in death by her son, Thomas; 5 brothers and 5 sisters. Barbara will be dearly missed by her children: Robert (Monica), Sheryl Steinbach, Theresa (Steve) Leslie, Ronald, and Vicky Selin (Kevin McClurg); 9...

Margaret M. Donahue Iverson

Margaret M. Donahue Iverson

April 8, 2014

Iverson, Margaret M. Donahue age 87 of Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Edward; parents, John & Marie Donahue; brothers, Tom, Joe, Jack and Ed. She is survived by children, Sheila Marie Iverson, Edward Iverson, Jr. (DeVonn) and Denise (Dale) Anderson; grandchildren, Shawna Pesina, Tracy Ericson, Jaymi Iverson, Jerry Hall (Kristi), Marie LaDuke, Angela Schrupp (Steve), Clifton LaDuke, Meg Hall...

Norbert Francis Kenney

Norbert Francis Kenney

April 6, 2014

Norbert Francis Kenney was born on November 18, 1942 to Norbert “Bill” & Lenore (Igel) Kenney. His family moved from Illinois to Minnesota where Norb graduated from Benilde High School in St. Louis Park, MN. Norb proudly served his country in the United Stated Navy from 1961-1965.His cousin, Mary Alice Igel, introduced him to her roommate, Mary Ellen McGraw...

Philip J 'Phil' Lafrance

Philip J 'Phil' Lafrance

April 4, 2014

Philip J. LaFrance, “Phil” Age 51 of Apple Valley, born Feb. 4, 1963 in Duluth, MN to William and Alice “Sally” LaFrance, lost his battle with depression April 4, 2014. He passed his love of airplanes and how things work to his children and grandson. Phil served his country in the USMC during the Gulf War and was a member...

Susan D. Nyman

Susan D. Nyman

April 2, 2014

Susan D. Nyman, age 93, of St. Paul died peacefully on April 2, 2014 at Regina Nursing Home. Preceded in death by husband, Charles; son, Michael; brothers, Harvey, James, Edward and Harry; and sister June. Survived by daughters, Nola (Dennis) Loe, Patrice Matheny and Donna Kell; 16 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sister, Dolores LaBore; brother, Robert (Nita) Darst; sisters-in-law,...

Kevin Clifford Jerde

Kevin Clifford Jerde

April 2, 2014

Kevin Clifford Jerde, 54, of Apple Valley, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 7, 1960 in Watertown, Minnesota to Clifford and Yvonne (nee Schubert) Jerde. Kevin is survived by his wife of 33 years, Christine, mother Yvonne Jerde, sisters Brenda Miller and Linda (Mike) Lueth, sister-in-law Marcia Wilson, special friend Norman...

Charles Douglas "Doug" Wiseman

Charles Douglas "Doug" Wiseman

April 1, 2014

Wiseman, Charles Douglas “Doug” age 67, of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack & Virginia and sister, Teresa Ratcliff Plybon; Doug is survived by his loving wife, Vicky; 5 sons, Shane (Jackie), Shannon (Amanda), Jason, Andrew and Brian; granddaughter, Lita; brother, Jack; sister, Becky; nieces, nephews and friends....

Raymond A. Svidron

Raymond A. Svidron

March 31, 2014

Svidron, Raymond A. age 89 of South Mpls. Preceded by wife, Rita. Survived by children, Mark, Richard (Jean), and Lori Wagner; grandchildren, Stephanie, Ryan, and Rheanna; great-grandchildren; special friend, Beverly. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Friday, Church of St. Helena, 3204 E. 43rd St., Mpls., with visitation 1 hour before. Interment Fort Snelling.

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Michael G. Dalsin

Michael G. Dalsin

March 31, 2014

Michael G. Dalsin Age 49 of N. St.Paul, born Nov. 16, 1964 in Minneapolis, passed away unexpectedly March 31, 2014. Mike had 3 main loves in life: his sons; his work and golf. His greatest pleasure came from helping others. He was the 4th generation at John A. Dalsin & Son, Inc. Mike will be dearly missed by his children:...

Connie G Hanson

Connie G Hanson

March 30, 2014

Constance “Connie” G. Hanson, Age 81 of Apple Valley, born August 7, 1932 in Tracy, MN to Beryl “Steve” & Irene Stevens, passed away March 30, 2014. Connie moved to Mpls at age 8 and graduated from Roosevelt H.S. in 1950. Connie will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 61years, John; children: Steve, Susan & Scott (Lisa); grandsons:...

James H. Atchison

James H. Atchison

March 29, 2014

Of Hastings. Survived by his sons Troy and Kevin; sisters Barbara (Frank) McCoy and Carol Johnson; brother Bob; and many other family and friends. Private Family services were held.

Florence M Kummer

Florence M Kummer

March 27, 2014

Florence M. Kummer, age 98, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on March 27, 2014. She was born in Vermillion on October 15, 1915 to Jacob and Josephine (Werner) Kummer. She worked at Hudson Manufacturing for more than 30 years. She was the most gentle hearted, kind, and loving woman you could ever meet. Her faith was paramount....

Ronald W. Gruhn

Ronald W. Gruhn

April 15, 2014

GRUHN Ronald W. “Ron”, age 67, of Apple Valley, passed away on April 15, 2014 after a lengthy battle with cancer. Ron was born on February 24, 1947 in Hartley, IA to William & Velma Gruhn. He graduated from Hartley High School in 1965 and attended Mankato Business College in Mankato, MN. Ron was drafted into the U.S. Army in...

Ruth H. Landmark

Ruth H. Landmark

April 15, 2014

Ruth H. Landmark age 90, of Mpls. Preceded by parents, Harold and Anna; brother, Arnold; and foster daughter, Christine Anderson. Survived by foster son, Lyndon Landmark; sister-in-law, Grace Landmark; nephew, James (Sandra) Landmark and their sons: Chris, David (Kristin) and Peter (Kalli); and special friend, Beatrice Cegon. Service 2:00 PM, Monday, Augustana Home Chapel, 1007 E. 14th St., Mpls. with...

Malcolm Vern Baker, Jr.

Malcolm Vern Baker, Jr.

April 14, 2014

Malcolm Vern Baker, Jr., 58, of Lakeville, passed away suddenly Monday, April 14. He was born October 1, 1955 in Mt. Gilead, Ohio to Malcolm Vern and Elizabeth (nee McGraw) Baker, Sr. Malcolm is survived by his Forever Love, Heather Furtney, sons John and Malcolm III, daughter Madelyn, sisters Brenda and Maryanne, brother Mark, parents-in-law David and Donna Furtney, brother-in-law...

Michael Kallas

Michael Kallas

April 12, 2014

Michael William Kallas, age 64, of Hastings, passed away suddenly April 12, 2014. He was born on June 8, 1949 in St. Paul to James and Helen (Hentgen) Kallas. He married Deb Regenscheid in Newport on April 2, 1977. Michael loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jim;...

Anna (Ware) Peterson

Anna (Ware) Peterson

April 11, 2014

Anna M. Peterson, age 90 of Hastings, formerly of St. Paul died April 11, 2014 at Regina Medical Center in Hastings, MN. Anna was born October 4, 1923 in St. Paul to Hartvig and Karin (Tengman) Holmberg. She had moved to Hastings in 1989 with her second husband, Robert to be closer toher daughter Sally. She was preceded in...

Lillian M. Schaffer

Lillian M. Schaffer

April 9, 2014

Lillian M. Schaffer, age 83 of Hastings, died April 9, 2014 at Regina Medical Center. Lillian was born September 4, 1930 in Hastings to Michael and Mary (Eckart) Raway. She was a 1948 graduate of Hastings High School and married Luverne J. Schaffer October 7, 1950 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Hastings. She was preceded in death by...

John K. Knetter

John K. Knetter

April 9, 2014

John Kyle Knetter of Hampton, a Randolph High School Senior, passed away April 9, 2014. He was born in Maplewood on April 29, 1996 to John and Dahrys (Harris) Knetter. John was employed at Dudley’s Pizza, played on the high school football team, and was a member of Boy Scout Troop 118 in Farmington. He was preceded in death...

Barbara J Pfeifer

Barbara J Pfeifer

April 9, 2014

Barbara J. Pfeifer Age 80 of New Hope, born Sep. 28, 1933 in Minneapolis to Robert and Josephine Olson, passed away April 9, 2014. She is preceded in death by her son, Thomas; 5 brothers and 5 sisters. Barbara will be dearly missed by her children: Robert (Monica), Sheryl Steinbach, Theresa (Steve) Leslie, Ronald, and Vicky Selin (Kevin McClurg); 9...

Margaret M. Donahue Iverson

Margaret M. Donahue Iverson

April 8, 2014

Iverson, Margaret M. Donahue age 87 of Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Edward; parents, John & Marie Donahue; brothers, Tom, Joe, Jack and Ed. She is survived by children, Sheila Marie Iverson, Edward Iverson, Jr. (DeVonn) and Denise (Dale) Anderson; grandchildren, Shawna Pesina, Tracy Ericson, Jaymi Iverson, Jerry Hall (Kristi), Marie LaDuke, Angela Schrupp (Steve), Clifton LaDuke, Meg Hall...

Norbert Francis Kenney

Norbert Francis Kenney

April 6, 2014

Norbert Francis Kenney was born on November 18, 1942 to Norbert “Bill” & Lenore (Igel) Kenney. His family moved from Illinois to Minnesota where Norb graduated from Benilde High School in St. Louis Park, MN. Norb proudly served his country in the United Stated Navy from 1961-1965.His cousin, Mary Alice Igel, introduced him to her roommate, Mary Ellen McGraw...

Philip J 'Phil' Lafrance

Philip J 'Phil' Lafrance

April 4, 2014

Philip J. LaFrance, “Phil” Age 51 of Apple Valley, born Feb. 4, 1963 in Duluth, MN to William and Alice “Sally” LaFrance, lost his battle with depression April 4, 2014. He passed his love of airplanes and how things work to his children and grandson. Phil served his country in the USMC during the Gulf War and was a member...

Susan D. Nyman

Susan D. Nyman

April 2, 2014

Susan D. Nyman, age 93, of St. Paul died peacefully on April 2, 2014 at Regina Nursing Home. Preceded in death by husband, Charles; son, Michael; brothers, Harvey, James, Edward and Harry; and sister June. Survived by daughters, Nola (Dennis) Loe, Patrice Matheny and Donna Kell; 16 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sister, Dolores LaBore; brother, Robert (Nita) Darst; sisters-in-law,...

Kevin Clifford Jerde

Kevin Clifford Jerde

April 2, 2014

Kevin Clifford Jerde, 54, of Apple Valley, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 7, 1960 in Watertown, Minnesota to Clifford and Yvonne (nee Schubert) Jerde. Kevin is survived by his wife of 33 years, Christine, mother Yvonne Jerde, sisters Brenda Miller and Linda (Mike) Lueth, sister-in-law Marcia Wilson, special friend Norman...

Charles Douglas "Doug" Wiseman

Charles Douglas "Doug" Wiseman

April 1, 2014

Wiseman, Charles Douglas “Doug” age 67, of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack & Virginia and sister, Teresa Ratcliff Plybon; Doug is survived by his loving wife, Vicky; 5 sons, Shane (Jackie), Shannon (Amanda), Jason, Andrew and Brian; granddaughter, Lita; brother, Jack; sister, Becky; nieces, nephews and friends....

Raymond A. Svidron

Raymond A. Svidron

March 31, 2014

Svidron, Raymond A. age 89 of South Mpls. Preceded by wife, Rita. Survived by children, Mark, Richard (Jean), and Lori Wagner; grandchildren, Stephanie, Ryan, and Rheanna; great-grandchildren; special friend, Beverly. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Friday, Church of St. Helena, 3204 E. 43rd St., Mpls., with visitation 1 hour before. Interment Fort Snelling.

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Michael G. Dalsin

Michael G. Dalsin

March 31, 2014

Michael G. Dalsin Age 49 of N. St.Paul, born Nov. 16, 1964 in Minneapolis, passed away unexpectedly March 31, 2014. Mike had 3 main loves in life: his sons; his work and golf. His greatest pleasure came from helping others. He was the 4th generation at John A. Dalsin & Son, Inc. Mike will be dearly missed by his children:...

Connie G Hanson

Connie G Hanson

March 30, 2014

Constance “Connie” G. Hanson, Age 81 of Apple Valley, born August 7, 1932 in Tracy, MN to Beryl “Steve” & Irene Stevens, passed away March 30, 2014. Connie moved to Mpls at age 8 and graduated from Roosevelt H.S. in 1950. Connie will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 61years, John; children: Steve, Susan & Scott (Lisa); grandsons:...

James H. Atchison

James H. Atchison

March 29, 2014

Of Hastings. Survived by his sons Troy and Kevin; sisters Barbara (Frank) McCoy and Carol Johnson; brother Bob; and many other family and friends. Private Family services were held.

Florence M Kummer

Florence M Kummer

March 27, 2014

Florence M. Kummer, age 98, of Hastings, passed away peacefully at home on March 27, 2014. She was born in Vermillion on October 15, 1915 to Jacob and Josephine (Werner) Kummer. She worked at Hudson Manufacturing for more than 30 years. She was the most gentle hearted, kind, and loving woman you could ever meet. Her faith was paramount....

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