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Lorraine M Whitley

Lorraine M Whitley

August 19, 2008

WHITLEY Lorraine M., age 74, long time resident of Savage, MN. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert V. Sr; survived by children, Jeff (Leslie) Ferguson, Cheryl (Jeff) Mueller, Robert Jr (Lauretta) Whitley, and Scott (Leslie) Whitley; 7 grandchildren, Mollie (Travis) Tointon, Katie (Jason) Mueller, Ryan (Marisa)Ferguson, Nicholas (Sara) Ferguson, Jennifer (Sean) Ferguson, Alex and Bo Whitley; 2 great-grandchildren, Benjamin...

Mildred "Millie" C. Hart

Mildred "Millie" C. Hart

August 17, 2008

Mildred “Millie” C. Hart age 86 of Minneapolis, born March 18, 1922, passed away August 17, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Paul and daughter, Beverly Nelson. Millie is survived by sons: Bill (Sheila), Jim (Lisa) and Bob (Kim); son-in-law, Bruce Nelson; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Adeline Bartel and many other family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial is...

Duane Roger Gangelhoff

Duane Roger Gangelhoff

August 17, 2008

Duane Roger Gangelhoff, age 73 of Oak Harbor WA, formerly of Minneapolis, MN, born May 7, 1935, passed away August 18, 2008. Duane was a member of : Hennepin Masonic Lodge #4 A.F & A.M., Friday Harbor Masonic Lodge #175, A.F. & A.M., Zurah Shrine, Commandry Drum & Bugle Corps, Robbinsdale Shrine Club, Zurah Pipe and Drum Corps and the...

Gertrude A. Anderson

Gertrude A. Anderson

August 16, 2008

Anderson, Gertrude A., age 79 of Excelsior. Preceded in death by parents and 2 brothers. Survived by sisters, Maxine Michaelson, Marvyl Eldal; brothers, Alvin (Gloria) and Eugene (Doris); sister-in-law, Donna Anderson; nieces and nephews. Graveside Service 1:30 PM, Friday, Blossom Hill Cemetery, Badger, IA.

Burial Date August 22, 2008

Marie M. Cahill

Marie M. Cahill

August 15, 2008

Marie M. Cahill, age 93, of Hastings died Friday, August 15th, 2008 at the Augustana Health Care Center in Hastings. Shewas born in Hastings on October 11, 1914 to John P. and Margaret (Weiler) Denn. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Frank Cahill; grandson John Cahill Jr. and 13 siblings.Marie is survived by daughters Margaret Mollick...

Ruth V. Wallentine

Ruth V. Wallentine

August 14, 2008

Wallentine, Ruth V. (nee Mork) Born February 7, 1920, in Minneapolis, passed away August 14, 2008, at Edina Care Center. Preceded in death by husband, Ralph; parents and sisters, Esther McNulty and Helen Nickell. Survived by children, Mary (John) Finch and Jane (Jeff) Daley; grandchildren: John Finch, Jr., Dr. Michael Finch (Holly) and Christian Finch; great-grandson, Michael, Jr.; sister, Elizabeth...

Melissa A. Meyers

Melissa A. Meyers

August 13, 2008

Meyers, Melissa A. Feb. 22, 1984 – Aug. 13, 2008 Taken from us too early in life She was a loving mother to Jaden Meyers. Preceded in death by grandpa Robert Kohler. Survived by parents, Susan and Bud Meyers; brother, David Meyers; sister, Mary Meyers; Grandma & Grandpa Meyers; Grandma Kohler; Jaden’s father, Kevin Hanson; and many aunts, uncles, cousins...

Sylvia C Gunderson

Sylvia C Gunderson

August 12, 2008

Sylvia C. Gunderson, age 79 of Minneapolis, born October 3, 1928 in Iona Township, MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family August 12, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Max; brothers: Francis, Mark, Paul & Bernard Platt. Sylvia is survived by children: Melony (Kurt) Denson, Sandra (Harry) Martin, Randy (Michelle) Gunderson, Darcy (George) Uitz, Lori Alkire, Jacqui...

Laurie M. Smead

Laurie M. Smead

August 10, 2008

Laurie M. Smead, age 47, of Hastings died on Sunday, August 10, 2008 at the United Hospital in St. Paul.Laurie was born August 13, 1960 in Red Wing, MN to Harold J. and Alyce (Gergen) Kieffer. She was a graduate ofHastings High School - class of 1978 and had attended 2years of college in the floral design field.Laurie married...

Roger J. Starrett

Roger J. Starrett

August 10, 2008

Starrett, Roger J., age 77 of Mpls. Wonderful husband of Betty; loving father & grandfather of Laura (Michael) Olesen, Julie (Paul) Petschl, Suzanne (Jeffrey) Denny and Jodi Starrett (Curtis Johnson); 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Memorial service Thursday 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Ft. Snelling.

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Dennis H. Christy

Dennis H. Christy

August 9, 2008

Christy, Dennis H., age 87 of Mpls. Charter member Memorial Rifle Squad Ft. Snelling, Life member of VFW & American Legion. Survived by wife, Betty; sons, Dennis L., David and Donn (Kay); 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; nieces & nephews. Memorial service Wednesday, 10 AM at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation one hour prior. Interment Ft....

Marjorie T. Tinglestad

Marjorie T. Tinglestad

August 8, 2008

Tinglestad, Marjorie T., age 92, of Mpls. Widow of Harold. Survived by two sons, James (Leah), Jerry (Karen); daughter, Janet Duffenback; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Anderson; brother, Jerry Hanson; nieces & nephews. Service Monday, 12:00 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S. with visitation 1/2 hour before. Interment Lakewood.

Burial Date August 11,...

Dorothy A. Wanke

Dorothy A. Wanke

August 7, 2008

Passed away August 7, 2008 at the Prescott Nursing Home. She has left her family and friends with many wonderful memories. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Jules; son-in-law John Kruger; and her grandson, Kirk Pattridge. Surviving are her daughters, Jackie Kruger of Rochester, MN; and Linda (David) Pattridge of Prescott, WI; grandchildren, Dean (Shelly) Kruger of...

Donald A. Sodergren

Donald A. Sodergren

August 6, 2008

Donald A. Sodergren, age 76, of Hastings, diedAugust 6, 2008 at the ReginaMedical Center in Hastings.He was bornFebruary 6, 1932 in St. Paul to Emil and Selma (Miller) Sodergren. He was a graduate of Forest Lake High School, and married Betty Skifstad on April 14, 1966 in Watertown, SD.Donald was preceded in death by his parents, son Gary, and...

Willis J. Olson

Willis J. Olson

August 6, 2008

OLSON, Willis James age 81 of Hastings, Retired 3M, died August 6, 2008 at Regina Nursing Home in Hastings. He is preceded in death by his brother, James; his parents, Ernest and Esther Olson and his first wife, Karen. Willis is survived by his wife, Rita; his children, Rebecca (Loren) Stoner; Richard Olson; Audrey (Todd) Hansen; Jenny Olson; Nannette...

Eugene W. Murphy

Eugene W. Murphy

August 6, 2008

Eugene W. Murphy, age 78, of Hastings, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at the Augustana Health Care Center.Eugene was born March 5, 1930 in South Milwaukee, WI to Mathias and Clara (Schommer) Murphy. He had served in both the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and also in the Air Force. He was a member and Past Commander of...

Robert J. Heyman

Robert J. Heyman

August 6, 2008

Heyman, Robert J. age 71, of Mpls. & Afton. Preceded in death by wife, Diane. Survived by sons, Rick (Anita), Joe (Melissa) and Mark; daughters, Sandy (Bill) Rygwalski and Kathy (Dave) Hallquist; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Service Saturday, 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls with visitation 2 hours prior to service. Interment Monday 1 PM,...

Taylor J Feldmann

Taylor J Feldmann

August 6, 2008

FELDMANN Taylor J., age 21, of Farmington, MN preceded in death by his grandfather, Alfred Feldmann. Suevived by his loving mom and dad, Denise and Tom; brother, Seth; grandparents, Betty & Al Steiner, Vilas & Pat Backhaus, and Willi & Berneda Wittek; great-grandfather, Rudolph Schubert; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and faithful dog Chip. Taylor was a Farmington High School...

Kaisu Kerttu Hasto

Kaisu Kerttu Hasto

August 4, 2008

She was preceded in death by sisters, Kirsti Heinonen and Maire Liiste. She is survived by daughter Kirsti Johnson; grandsons, Eric and Roger Johnson; sister, Anni Heinonen (Finland); nephew, Matti (Ritva) Liiste and many dear friends. Kaisu was born in the far southeastern corner of Finland known as Karelia. After Russia invaded Finland in November 1939, Kaisu and her family...

Lorraine M Whitley

Lorraine M Whitley

August 19, 2008

WHITLEY Lorraine M., age 74, long time resident of Savage, MN. Preceded in death by her husband, Robert V. Sr; survived by children, Jeff (Leslie) Ferguson, Cheryl (Jeff) Mueller, Robert Jr (Lauretta) Whitley, and Scott (Leslie) Whitley; 7 grandchildren, Mollie (Travis) Tointon, Katie (Jason) Mueller, Ryan (Marisa)Ferguson, Nicholas (Sara) Ferguson, Jennifer (Sean) Ferguson, Alex and Bo Whitley; 2 great-grandchildren, Benjamin...

Mildred "Millie" C. Hart

Mildred "Millie" C. Hart

August 17, 2008

Mildred “Millie” C. Hart age 86 of Minneapolis, born March 18, 1922, passed away August 17, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Paul and daughter, Beverly Nelson. Millie is survived by sons: Bill (Sheila), Jim (Lisa) and Bob (Kim); son-in-law, Bruce Nelson; 14 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Adeline Bartel and many other family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial is...

Duane Roger Gangelhoff

Duane Roger Gangelhoff

August 17, 2008

Duane Roger Gangelhoff, age 73 of Oak Harbor WA, formerly of Minneapolis, MN, born May 7, 1935, passed away August 18, 2008. Duane was a member of : Hennepin Masonic Lodge #4 A.F & A.M., Friday Harbor Masonic Lodge #175, A.F. & A.M., Zurah Shrine, Commandry Drum & Bugle Corps, Robbinsdale Shrine Club, Zurah Pipe and Drum Corps and the...

Gertrude A. Anderson

Gertrude A. Anderson

August 16, 2008

Anderson, Gertrude A., age 79 of Excelsior. Preceded in death by parents and 2 brothers. Survived by sisters, Maxine Michaelson, Marvyl Eldal; brothers, Alvin (Gloria) and Eugene (Doris); sister-in-law, Donna Anderson; nieces and nephews. Graveside Service 1:30 PM, Friday, Blossom Hill Cemetery, Badger, IA.

Burial Date August 22, 2008

Marie M. Cahill

Marie M. Cahill

August 15, 2008

Marie M. Cahill, age 93, of Hastings died Friday, August 15th, 2008 at the Augustana Health Care Center in Hastings. Shewas born in Hastings on October 11, 1914 to John P. and Margaret (Weiler) Denn. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Frank Cahill; grandson John Cahill Jr. and 13 siblings.Marie is survived by daughters Margaret Mollick...

Ruth V. Wallentine

Ruth V. Wallentine

August 14, 2008

Wallentine, Ruth V. (nee Mork) Born February 7, 1920, in Minneapolis, passed away August 14, 2008, at Edina Care Center. Preceded in death by husband, Ralph; parents and sisters, Esther McNulty and Helen Nickell. Survived by children, Mary (John) Finch and Jane (Jeff) Daley; grandchildren: John Finch, Jr., Dr. Michael Finch (Holly) and Christian Finch; great-grandson, Michael, Jr.; sister, Elizabeth...

Melissa A. Meyers

Melissa A. Meyers

August 13, 2008

Meyers, Melissa A. Feb. 22, 1984 – Aug. 13, 2008 Taken from us too early in life She was a loving mother to Jaden Meyers. Preceded in death by grandpa Robert Kohler. Survived by parents, Susan and Bud Meyers; brother, David Meyers; sister, Mary Meyers; Grandma & Grandpa Meyers; Grandma Kohler; Jaden’s father, Kevin Hanson; and many aunts, uncles, cousins...

Sylvia C Gunderson

Sylvia C Gunderson

August 12, 2008

Sylvia C. Gunderson, age 79 of Minneapolis, born October 3, 1928 in Iona Township, MN, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family August 12, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Max; brothers: Francis, Mark, Paul & Bernard Platt. Sylvia is survived by children: Melony (Kurt) Denson, Sandra (Harry) Martin, Randy (Michelle) Gunderson, Darcy (George) Uitz, Lori Alkire, Jacqui...

Laurie M. Smead

Laurie M. Smead

August 10, 2008

Laurie M. Smead, age 47, of Hastings died on Sunday, August 10, 2008 at the United Hospital in St. Paul.Laurie was born August 13, 1960 in Red Wing, MN to Harold J. and Alyce (Gergen) Kieffer. She was a graduate ofHastings High School - class of 1978 and had attended 2years of college in the floral design field.Laurie married...

Roger J. Starrett

Roger J. Starrett

August 10, 2008

Starrett, Roger J., age 77 of Mpls. Wonderful husband of Betty; loving father & grandfather of Laura (Michael) Olesen, Julie (Paul) Petschl, Suzanne (Jeffrey) Denny and Jodi Starrett (Curtis Johnson); 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. Memorial service Thursday 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Ft. Snelling.

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Dennis H. Christy

Dennis H. Christy

August 9, 2008

Christy, Dennis H., age 87 of Mpls. Charter member Memorial Rifle Squad Ft. Snelling, Life member of VFW & American Legion. Survived by wife, Betty; sons, Dennis L., David and Donn (Kay); 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; nieces & nephews. Memorial service Wednesday, 10 AM at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation one hour prior. Interment Ft....

Marjorie T. Tinglestad

Marjorie T. Tinglestad

August 8, 2008

Tinglestad, Marjorie T., age 92, of Mpls. Widow of Harold. Survived by two sons, James (Leah), Jerry (Karen); daughter, Janet Duffenback; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sister, Barbara Anderson; brother, Jerry Hanson; nieces & nephews. Service Monday, 12:00 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. S. with visitation 1/2 hour before. Interment Lakewood.

Burial Date August 11,...

Dorothy A. Wanke

Dorothy A. Wanke

August 7, 2008

Passed away August 7, 2008 at the Prescott Nursing Home. She has left her family and friends with many wonderful memories. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Jules; son-in-law John Kruger; and her grandson, Kirk Pattridge. Surviving are her daughters, Jackie Kruger of Rochester, MN; and Linda (David) Pattridge of Prescott, WI; grandchildren, Dean (Shelly) Kruger of...

Donald A. Sodergren

Donald A. Sodergren

August 6, 2008

Donald A. Sodergren, age 76, of Hastings, diedAugust 6, 2008 at the ReginaMedical Center in Hastings.He was bornFebruary 6, 1932 in St. Paul to Emil and Selma (Miller) Sodergren. He was a graduate of Forest Lake High School, and married Betty Skifstad on April 14, 1966 in Watertown, SD.Donald was preceded in death by his parents, son Gary, and...

Willis J. Olson

Willis J. Olson

August 6, 2008

OLSON, Willis James age 81 of Hastings, Retired 3M, died August 6, 2008 at Regina Nursing Home in Hastings. He is preceded in death by his brother, James; his parents, Ernest and Esther Olson and his first wife, Karen. Willis is survived by his wife, Rita; his children, Rebecca (Loren) Stoner; Richard Olson; Audrey (Todd) Hansen; Jenny Olson; Nannette...

Eugene W. Murphy

Eugene W. Murphy

August 6, 2008

Eugene W. Murphy, age 78, of Hastings, died Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at the Augustana Health Care Center.Eugene was born March 5, 1930 in South Milwaukee, WI to Mathias and Clara (Schommer) Murphy. He had served in both the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and also in the Air Force. He was a member and Past Commander of...

Robert J. Heyman

Robert J. Heyman

August 6, 2008

Heyman, Robert J. age 71, of Mpls. & Afton. Preceded in death by wife, Diane. Survived by sons, Rick (Anita), Joe (Melissa) and Mark; daughters, Sandy (Bill) Rygwalski and Kathy (Dave) Hallquist; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren. Service Saturday, 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls with visitation 2 hours prior to service. Interment Monday 1 PM,...

Taylor J Feldmann

Taylor J Feldmann

August 6, 2008

FELDMANN Taylor J., age 21, of Farmington, MN preceded in death by his grandfather, Alfred Feldmann. Suevived by his loving mom and dad, Denise and Tom; brother, Seth; grandparents, Betty & Al Steiner, Vilas & Pat Backhaus, and Willi & Berneda Wittek; great-grandfather, Rudolph Schubert; aunts, uncles, cousins and friends; and faithful dog Chip. Taylor was a Farmington High School...

Kaisu Kerttu Hasto

Kaisu Kerttu Hasto

August 4, 2008

She was preceded in death by sisters, Kirsti Heinonen and Maire Liiste. She is survived by daughter Kirsti Johnson; grandsons, Eric and Roger Johnson; sister, Anni Heinonen (Finland); nephew, Matti (Ritva) Liiste and many dear friends. Kaisu was born in the far southeastern corner of Finland known as Karelia. After Russia invaded Finland in November 1939, Kaisu and her family...

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