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John E. Peterson, Sr.

John E. Peterson, Sr.

February 21, 2008

Peterson, John E. Sr. Age 86 of Mpls. Retired brick layer. Preceded in death by grandson, Lars. Survived by wife, Anna; daughter, Judith A. (G. James) Spinner; 5 sons, John Jr. (Sandy), Andrew J. (Linda), Bruce J. (Nancie), Fred R. (Rebecca); Ted V. (Julie); 13 grandchildren. Service Tuesday 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation 1...

M. Jean Featherstone

M. Jean Featherstone

February 20, 2008

Melfrieda Jean Featherstone, born in St. Paul, June 28, 1927; died February 20, 2008. She's survived by her husband of 57 years, Harold. Also survived by her seven childresn; Gretchen, Bryan, Bradley, Andrea, Jo, Jan, and David; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also survived by her sister-in-law, Gertrude Dworak and family. Her primary interests were her family and kids....

James E. Mike Jr.

James E. Mike Jr.

February 19, 2008

James Edward Mike Jr., age 73, of Hastings, died 2/19/08 at the United Hospital in St. Paul. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna Mae, daughter Patricia, and parents James E. Sr. and Gertrude (Klaowski) Mike. He issurvived by his children Deborah, Linda, James III (Elena), Thomas (Sue), Steven (Cindy); 9 grandchildren Steven, Whitley, Jimmy, Shanna, Corbin,...

Mildred "Millie" G. Dokken

Mildred "Millie" G. Dokken

February 19, 2008

Mildred 'Millie' Dokken, age 82 passed away February 19, 2008 at the Inver Grove Good Samaritan Center in Inver Grove Heights. Millie was active in Our Saviour's Lutheran Church as a council member, long time choir member and the music librarian. She was an avid bird watcher and an animal lover. Millie loved playing Scrabble, crosswords and traveling.Preceded in...

Gary Lee Engvall

Gary Lee Engvall

February 19, 2008

Gary Lee Engvall, age 62 of Delano, born Dec. 15, 1945 in Minneapolis, passed away Feb. 19, 2008. Gary lived on a hobby farm in Corcoran for nearly 20 years where he raised his family and Arabian Horses. He also served two years, pre-Vietnam, in the U.S.M.C., in Hawaii. He is preceded in death by his infant-son, John Gary, and...

Anna K. Raway

Anna K. Raway

February 18, 2008

Of Vermillion, died Monday, February 18, 2008 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Survived by husband Harold; children Marcianne (Fred) Fanslow, Marilyn (Tom) Maher, Stephen Raway, Joe (Helen) Raway, Virginia (Chuck) Stemig, Gordon (Sara) Raway; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings Rosemary Kieffer, Martha (Leo) Ellingson, Anthony (Elizabeth) Langenfeld; special friends Naomi Maria Therres. Funeral 10:30am Thursday at ST. JOHN...

David Alan Iverson

David Alan Iverson

February 17, 2008

David Alan Iverson, age 52 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 21, 1955 in St. Paul, passed away Feb 17, 2007. Preceded in death by father, Ernest. David is survived by his mother, Bernice; sisters, Sandy (Bob) Haleen and Pam (Tom) Bonde; brother, John Iverson; nieces: Jody (Chad), Carrie (Steve), Kelly and Anna; grandnieces: Shajhlome, Angel and Faith. Funeral service will be...

Harriet R. Leary

Harriet R. Leary

February 16, 2008

Leary, Harriet R. Age 77 of Mpls. Survived by husband, John; son, Greg; daughter, Denise (Stuart) Mueller; grandson, Christopher Mueller; 2 sisters, Constance Lanham and Ella Manley; nieces and nephews. Service Wed. 11 AM, Minnehaha United Methodist Church, E. 50th St. & 37th Ave S. Interment Acacia Park. Visitation Tuesday (TODAY) 5-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave...

Verna O. Dvorak

Verna O. Dvorak

February 16, 2008

Dvorak (Larson), Verna O. age 98, formerly of Mpls., died Sat., Feb. 16, 2008 at Mala Strana Assisted Living in New Prague, MN. Member of Minnehaha Communion Lutheran Church, Minnehaha OES #37, Zuhrah Auxiliary, Zuhrah Ladies Social Club and Hitchcock Industries retiree. Preceded in death by husband, Thomas R. Dvorak; parents, Peder and Amanda Larson; sisters, Mabel Hewitt, Helen Kennedy...

Gladys M. Hanna

Gladys M. Hanna

February 16, 2008

Hanna, Gladys M. Age 87 of Mpls. Preceded in death by loving husband, Robert; and a brother. Survived by daughters, Jane (Charles) Olufson, and Janice (Paul) Truax; two sisters, a brother, nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service Tuesday, 11 AM, in Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th and Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, with her visitation (TONIGHT) Monday, from 6-8 PM. Interment...

Norma C. Carter

Norma C. Carter

February 16, 2008

Carter, Norma C. Age 84, of Eagan. Preceded in death by husband, William and son, James. Survived by sons, Jeffrey (Mallee), Paul and Dean (Sharon); daughter, Diane Carter; 4 grandchildren, Sarah, Aaron, Rachel and Laura; brother, Gordon (Joyce) Swenson. Service Thursday, 12 noon, Lebanon Lutheran Church, 36th St. & 21st Ave S., Mpls. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Ft....

Ruth Clara Johnson

Ruth Clara Johnson

February 15, 2008

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Ruth Clara Johnson Johnson, Ruth Clara Age 87 of Bloomington, passed away on February 15, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Robert W. and 2 sisters. Survived by children, Richard (Neva), and Robin (Blair) Poitras; 2 grandchildren, Joanna (Anthony) and Russell (Orchid); 2 great-grandchildren; nieces and friends. Ruth was a charter member of the Bloomington Garden Club and she...

Betty Fox

Betty Fox

February 14, 2008

Betty Fox, age 72, of Hastings,died at home on Thursday, February 14, 2008. Betty was preceded in death by her parents John Caneffand Grace (Barkdull) Bauer, and a son-in-law, Al. She is survived by her husband Al; children David (Diane) Fox of Hastings, Terry (Roxy) Fox of Mankato, Nancy (Dave) Mulliner of Hastings, Randy (Sherri) Fox of Hastings, Susan...

Charles F. Walker

Charles F. Walker

February 14, 2008

Walker, Charles F. age 80, of Mpls. Member of Ancient Landmark #5 AF & AM, Past Bethel #1 Guardian, retired employee Cargill 33 years, Veteran of WWII. Preceded in death by wife, Judy. Survived by son, David; daughter, Wendy (Neil) Elavsky; granddaughter, Sasha; sister, Mary Linder; nieces and nephews. Memorial service Friday 10:30 AM, Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church, 50th St....

Ralph Michael Wochnick

Ralph Michael Wochnick

February 13, 2008

Ralph M. age 59 of Hastings passed away from cancer at The Pillars Health East Hospice Home on Feb. 13, 2008. Ralph worked as a Dispatcher for Koch Refinery and Texaco for over 25 years and later worked at the St. Paul Post Office. He married Maryann Blissenbach on January 17, 1970 at Annunciation Catholic Church at Mayhew Lake,...

Gladys L. Matteson

Gladys L. Matteson

February 13, 2008

Gladys Matteson, age 85 of Hastings, formerly of Red Wing, passed away February 13, 2008 at Regina Nursing Home in Hastings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; sons, Charles, Jr. and James; parents, Gilbert and Ruth Goesen; sister, Mabel (Fred) Sumner. She is survived by children, Jacqueline Schwieger of Hastings, Jennifer (Ron) Gerken of Red Wing,...

Marion J. Bjorklund

Marion J. Bjorklund

February 13, 2008

Marion June Bjorklund, age 86, of Hastings died on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at the Prescott Nursing and Rehabilitation Community. She was born in Vesta, MN on June 2, 1921 to Stanley and Alvina (Fischer) Barber. Marion was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Lavone Nelson. She is survived by her 4 children, Joan (Dennis) Barker...

William R Jorgensen

William R Jorgensen

February 12, 2008

JORGENSEN William “Bill” R., age 33, of Pillager, MN, passed away unexpectedly Feb 12, 2008. Survived by loving mother, Joyce Ludwig and her significant other, David Mallery; father, Daniel Jorgensen; aunt and uncle, Wanda and Michael Grenfell; cousins, Sarah Jean, Patricia, Joseph and Andy; very special friends, Steve, Rachel, Crystal (Matt), Toby, Betty, Linda, Jerry LeVasseur(Dawn)and family; the staff at...

Herman B. Hundere

Herman B. Hundere

February 11, 2008

Hundere, Herman B. age 89, died February 11, 2008 in South Bend, IN, born January 27, 1919 in Mpls., to Hans & Bertha (Olsen Larson) Hundere. He was a decorated Army Veteran, serving his country in WWII. Herman moved to South Bend, IN in 1964 to serve as an architectural engineer, managing many projects at the University of Notre Dame...

Steven Ray Carstens

Steven Ray Carstens

February 11, 2008

Steve Ray, age 18, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away after a brief illness. Preceded in death by great-grandparents and “grandma Kitty”, Tina Strain; survived by his parents, Christopher and Twila Carstens; sister, Maria; brother, Kevin; grandparents, Helen and Merlyn Carstens “grandma and grandpa Doggy”, and Ted Strain “grandpa Kitty”;many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, classmates and teachers at Eastview High...

John E. Peterson, Sr.

John E. Peterson, Sr.

February 21, 2008

Peterson, John E. Sr. Age 86 of Mpls. Retired brick layer. Preceded in death by grandson, Lars. Survived by wife, Anna; daughter, Judith A. (G. James) Spinner; 5 sons, John Jr. (Sandy), Andrew J. (Linda), Bruce J. (Nancie), Fred R. (Rebecca); Ted V. (Julie); 13 grandchildren. Service Tuesday 11 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation 1...

M. Jean Featherstone

M. Jean Featherstone

February 20, 2008

Melfrieda Jean Featherstone, born in St. Paul, June 28, 1927; died February 20, 2008. She's survived by her husband of 57 years, Harold. Also survived by her seven childresn; Gretchen, Bryan, Bradley, Andrea, Jo, Jan, and David; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Also survived by her sister-in-law, Gertrude Dworak and family. Her primary interests were her family and kids....

James E. Mike Jr.

James E. Mike Jr.

February 19, 2008

James Edward Mike Jr., age 73, of Hastings, died 2/19/08 at the United Hospital in St. Paul. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna Mae, daughter Patricia, and parents James E. Sr. and Gertrude (Klaowski) Mike. He issurvived by his children Deborah, Linda, James III (Elena), Thomas (Sue), Steven (Cindy); 9 grandchildren Steven, Whitley, Jimmy, Shanna, Corbin,...

Mildred "Millie" G. Dokken

Mildred "Millie" G. Dokken

February 19, 2008

Mildred 'Millie' Dokken, age 82 passed away February 19, 2008 at the Inver Grove Good Samaritan Center in Inver Grove Heights. Millie was active in Our Saviour's Lutheran Church as a council member, long time choir member and the music librarian. She was an avid bird watcher and an animal lover. Millie loved playing Scrabble, crosswords and traveling.Preceded in...

Gary Lee Engvall

Gary Lee Engvall

February 19, 2008

Gary Lee Engvall, age 62 of Delano, born Dec. 15, 1945 in Minneapolis, passed away Feb. 19, 2008. Gary lived on a hobby farm in Corcoran for nearly 20 years where he raised his family and Arabian Horses. He also served two years, pre-Vietnam, in the U.S.M.C., in Hawaii. He is preceded in death by his infant-son, John Gary, and...

Anna K. Raway

Anna K. Raway

February 18, 2008

Of Vermillion, died Monday, February 18, 2008 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Survived by husband Harold; children Marcianne (Fred) Fanslow, Marilyn (Tom) Maher, Stephen Raway, Joe (Helen) Raway, Virginia (Chuck) Stemig, Gordon (Sara) Raway; 17 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings Rosemary Kieffer, Martha (Leo) Ellingson, Anthony (Elizabeth) Langenfeld; special friends Naomi Maria Therres. Funeral 10:30am Thursday at ST. JOHN...

David Alan Iverson

David Alan Iverson

February 17, 2008

David Alan Iverson, age 52 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 21, 1955 in St. Paul, passed away Feb 17, 2007. Preceded in death by father, Ernest. David is survived by his mother, Bernice; sisters, Sandy (Bob) Haleen and Pam (Tom) Bonde; brother, John Iverson; nieces: Jody (Chad), Carrie (Steve), Kelly and Anna; grandnieces: Shajhlome, Angel and Faith. Funeral service will be...

Harriet R. Leary

Harriet R. Leary

February 16, 2008

Leary, Harriet R. Age 77 of Mpls. Survived by husband, John; son, Greg; daughter, Denise (Stuart) Mueller; grandson, Christopher Mueller; 2 sisters, Constance Lanham and Ella Manley; nieces and nephews. Service Wed. 11 AM, Minnehaha United Methodist Church, E. 50th St. & 37th Ave S. Interment Acacia Park. Visitation Tuesday (TODAY) 5-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave...

Verna O. Dvorak

Verna O. Dvorak

February 16, 2008

Dvorak (Larson), Verna O. age 98, formerly of Mpls., died Sat., Feb. 16, 2008 at Mala Strana Assisted Living in New Prague, MN. Member of Minnehaha Communion Lutheran Church, Minnehaha OES #37, Zuhrah Auxiliary, Zuhrah Ladies Social Club and Hitchcock Industries retiree. Preceded in death by husband, Thomas R. Dvorak; parents, Peder and Amanda Larson; sisters, Mabel Hewitt, Helen Kennedy...

Gladys M. Hanna

Gladys M. Hanna

February 16, 2008

Hanna, Gladys M. Age 87 of Mpls. Preceded in death by loving husband, Robert; and a brother. Survived by daughters, Jane (Charles) Olufson, and Janice (Paul) Truax; two sisters, a brother, nieces, nephews and friends. Funeral service Tuesday, 11 AM, in Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th and Garrett Ave, Apple Valley, with her visitation (TONIGHT) Monday, from 6-8 PM. Interment...

Norma C. Carter

Norma C. Carter

February 16, 2008

Carter, Norma C. Age 84, of Eagan. Preceded in death by husband, William and son, James. Survived by sons, Jeffrey (Mallee), Paul and Dean (Sharon); daughter, Diane Carter; 4 grandchildren, Sarah, Aaron, Rachel and Laura; brother, Gordon (Joyce) Swenson. Service Thursday, 12 noon, Lebanon Lutheran Church, 36th St. & 21st Ave S., Mpls. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Ft....

Ruth Clara Johnson

Ruth Clara Johnson

February 15, 2008

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Ruth Clara Johnson Johnson, Ruth Clara Age 87 of Bloomington, passed away on February 15, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Robert W. and 2 sisters. Survived by children, Richard (Neva), and Robin (Blair) Poitras; 2 grandchildren, Joanna (Anthony) and Russell (Orchid); 2 great-grandchildren; nieces and friends. Ruth was a charter member of the Bloomington Garden Club and she...

Betty Fox

Betty Fox

February 14, 2008

Betty Fox, age 72, of Hastings,died at home on Thursday, February 14, 2008. Betty was preceded in death by her parents John Caneffand Grace (Barkdull) Bauer, and a son-in-law, Al. She is survived by her husband Al; children David (Diane) Fox of Hastings, Terry (Roxy) Fox of Mankato, Nancy (Dave) Mulliner of Hastings, Randy (Sherri) Fox of Hastings, Susan...

Charles F. Walker

Charles F. Walker

February 14, 2008

Walker, Charles F. age 80, of Mpls. Member of Ancient Landmark #5 AF & AM, Past Bethel #1 Guardian, retired employee Cargill 33 years, Veteran of WWII. Preceded in death by wife, Judy. Survived by son, David; daughter, Wendy (Neil) Elavsky; granddaughter, Sasha; sister, Mary Linder; nieces and nephews. Memorial service Friday 10:30 AM, Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church, 50th St....

Ralph Michael Wochnick

Ralph Michael Wochnick

February 13, 2008

Ralph M. age 59 of Hastings passed away from cancer at The Pillars Health East Hospice Home on Feb. 13, 2008. Ralph worked as a Dispatcher for Koch Refinery and Texaco for over 25 years and later worked at the St. Paul Post Office. He married Maryann Blissenbach on January 17, 1970 at Annunciation Catholic Church at Mayhew Lake,...

Gladys L. Matteson

Gladys L. Matteson

February 13, 2008

Gladys Matteson, age 85 of Hastings, formerly of Red Wing, passed away February 13, 2008 at Regina Nursing Home in Hastings. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles; sons, Charles, Jr. and James; parents, Gilbert and Ruth Goesen; sister, Mabel (Fred) Sumner. She is survived by children, Jacqueline Schwieger of Hastings, Jennifer (Ron) Gerken of Red Wing,...

Marion J. Bjorklund

Marion J. Bjorklund

February 13, 2008

Marion June Bjorklund, age 86, of Hastings died on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at the Prescott Nursing and Rehabilitation Community. She was born in Vesta, MN on June 2, 1921 to Stanley and Alvina (Fischer) Barber. Marion was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Lavone Nelson. She is survived by her 4 children, Joan (Dennis) Barker...

William R Jorgensen

William R Jorgensen

February 12, 2008

JORGENSEN William “Bill” R., age 33, of Pillager, MN, passed away unexpectedly Feb 12, 2008. Survived by loving mother, Joyce Ludwig and her significant other, David Mallery; father, Daniel Jorgensen; aunt and uncle, Wanda and Michael Grenfell; cousins, Sarah Jean, Patricia, Joseph and Andy; very special friends, Steve, Rachel, Crystal (Matt), Toby, Betty, Linda, Jerry LeVasseur(Dawn)and family; the staff at...

Herman B. Hundere

Herman B. Hundere

February 11, 2008

Hundere, Herman B. age 89, died February 11, 2008 in South Bend, IN, born January 27, 1919 in Mpls., to Hans & Bertha (Olsen Larson) Hundere. He was a decorated Army Veteran, serving his country in WWII. Herman moved to South Bend, IN in 1964 to serve as an architectural engineer, managing many projects at the University of Notre Dame...

Steven Ray Carstens

Steven Ray Carstens

February 11, 2008

Steve Ray, age 18, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away after a brief illness. Preceded in death by great-grandparents and “grandma Kitty”, Tina Strain; survived by his parents, Christopher and Twila Carstens; sister, Maria; brother, Kevin; grandparents, Helen and Merlyn Carstens “grandma and grandpa Doggy”, and Ted Strain “grandpa Kitty”;many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, classmates and teachers at Eastview High...

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