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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...

Mary J. Burns

Mary J. Burns

February 10, 2008

Burns, Mary J. (Gwiazdon), age 85, of Mpls. Survived by sons, Michael (Linda) Gwiazdon, Joe (Lin) Gwiazdon, Tom (Wali) Gwiazdon; daughters, Jane (Tom) Bauman and Anne Flodquist; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many friends. Memorial Mass Friday 10 AM, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 1 Lourdes Place, Mpls. Friends may call Thursday 6-8 PM (prayer service 7...

Erna Henrickson

Erna Henrickson

February 9, 2008

A private family service was held at the funeral home. Funeral Service will be in Illinois

Betty I. Hughes

Betty I. Hughes

February 8, 2008

Betty I. Hughes, age 81, of Hastings passed away February 8, 2008 at St. Brigid's at Hi-Park in Red Wing. She was born on November 2, 1926 to Herbert and Dee (Carroll) Bradley in Bloomer, WI. Betty graduated from the Anker School of Nursing. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Randall. She is survived by...

Juanita N. Anderson

Juanita N. Anderson

February 8, 2008

Anderson, Juanita N. age 91, of Mpls. Longtime resident of Hamilton Manor. She was like a second mother to her family. Preceded by sister, Myrtle Berg; and nephew, Ronald Berg. Survived by nephew, Roger (Terri) Berg; nieces, Wanda (Al) Lee and Jean Berg; many great-nieces & nephews; sister, Lorraine Pearson. Service Tuesday, 12:00 noon, at Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin...

Carrie A. Saari

Carrie A. Saari

February 7, 2008

Saari, Carrie A., age 36, of Burnsville. Survived by daughter, Lindsey; mother, Debra (Lloyd) Larson; father, Jack (Paulette) Saari; stepfather, Emil Harvotich; sister, Stephanie Harvotich; grandmother, Joyce (Dean) Anderson; aunts, uncles and cousins. Services Tuesday 7 PM, Henry W. Anderson Apple Valley Mortuary, 147th & Garrett (952-432-2331) with visitation one hour before services.

Burial Date February...

Wayne P Spalla

Wayne P Spalla

February 7, 2008

SPALLA Wayne P., age 59, of south Minneapolis, MN, preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Lydia Spalla. Survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Sandi; 3 step-children, Darryl (Jodi) Keezer, Denise Keezer, and Doug (Jody) Keezer; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Karen (Tracy) Gustafson, Blue Earth, MN; and Julie Lookingbell; 3 brothers, Joseph, Decorah, IA, Gary...

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...

Mary J. Burns

Mary J. Burns

February 10, 2008

Burns, Mary J. (Gwiazdon), age 85, of Mpls. Survived by sons, Michael (Linda) Gwiazdon, Joe (Lin) Gwiazdon, Tom (Wali) Gwiazdon; daughters, Jane (Tom) Bauman and Anne Flodquist; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many friends. Memorial Mass Friday 10 AM, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 1 Lourdes Place, Mpls. Friends may call Thursday 6-8 PM (prayer service 7...

Erna Henrickson

Erna Henrickson

February 9, 2008

A private family service was held at the funeral home. Funeral Service will be in Illinois

Betty I. Hughes

Betty I. Hughes

February 8, 2008

Betty I. Hughes, age 81, of Hastings passed away February 8, 2008 at St. Brigid's at Hi-Park in Red Wing. She was born on November 2, 1926 to Herbert and Dee (Carroll) Bradley in Bloomer, WI. Betty graduated from the Anker School of Nursing. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Randall. She is survived by...

Juanita N. Anderson

Juanita N. Anderson

February 8, 2008

Anderson, Juanita N. age 91, of Mpls. Longtime resident of Hamilton Manor. She was like a second mother to her family. Preceded by sister, Myrtle Berg; and nephew, Ronald Berg. Survived by nephew, Roger (Terri) Berg; nieces, Wanda (Al) Lee and Jean Berg; many great-nieces & nephews; sister, Lorraine Pearson. Service Tuesday, 12:00 noon, at Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin...

Carrie A. Saari

Carrie A. Saari

February 7, 2008

Saari, Carrie A., age 36, of Burnsville. Survived by daughter, Lindsey; mother, Debra (Lloyd) Larson; father, Jack (Paulette) Saari; stepfather, Emil Harvotich; sister, Stephanie Harvotich; grandmother, Joyce (Dean) Anderson; aunts, uncles and cousins. Services Tuesday 7 PM, Henry W. Anderson Apple Valley Mortuary, 147th & Garrett (952-432-2331) with visitation one hour before services.

Burial Date February...

Wayne P Spalla

Wayne P Spalla

February 7, 2008

SPALLA Wayne P., age 59, of south Minneapolis, MN, preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Lydia Spalla. Survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Sandi; 3 step-children, Darryl (Jodi) Keezer, Denise Keezer, and Doug (Jody) Keezer; 9 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; 2 sisters, Karen (Tracy) Gustafson, Blue Earth, MN; and Julie Lookingbell; 3 brothers, Joseph, Decorah, IA, Gary...

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