June 3, 2007

Merle C. Knutson of Hastings, a former sergeant in the Office of Corrections for the Dakota County Sheriff's Office died June 3, 2007, in Hastings. He was 80 years old. He was born June 8, 1926 in Henricks, MN, the son of Christian and Grace Knutson. He served in the United States Navy. He married Caryl Nelson June 22,...

June 3, 2007

Joan Robinson Clark, 87, of Minnetonka, passed away peacefully in the presence of family on Sunday afternoon, June 3, 2007 at Methodist Hospital, St. Louis Park, Minnesota, after a long struggle with Alzheimer??(TM)s disease. Preceded in death by husband, Charles Richard Clark; infant son, Dennis Rayleigh Clark; and parents, Daniel Sommer Robinson and Oma Glasburn Robinson. Survived by sister, Sydney...

May 30, 2007

Richard A. Lutz of Hastings, a retired Northwest Airlines mechanic, died May 30, 2007, at Woodwinds Hospital, Woodbury. He was 71. He was born Jan. 2, 1936 in Stillwater, the son of Harry and Helen (Kolthoff) Lutz. He served in the United States Navy and was employeed by Northwest Airlines for 41 years. He married his wife, Barbara, March...

May 30, 2007

Anna M. Holzmer of Hastings, died May 30, 2007 in Hastings. She was 96 years old. She was born November 26, 1910 in St. Kilian, MN, the daughter of Ferdinand and Rosella (Kessler) Huschka. She married Nick Holzmer November 26, 1929. She was a homemaker. She is survived by two sons, Don (Babe) of Hastings, Leo (GayNelle) of Rogers,...

May 30, 2007

Johnson, Benhart O., age 97 of Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Eleanor. Survived by children, Mary (Tom) Siebold, Alan Johnson and Sally (Rexford) Dale; grandchildren, Leigh, Katie, Loren, Joel, Charlie, Nick and Ina; great-grandchildren, Autumn, Micky, Emily, Adelaide and Iris; special caregiver, Randy Redmond; many nieces, nephews and friends. Service Monday 11 AM, Mt Olive Lutheran Church, 31st &...

May 30, 2007

Demsky, Bernice, age 95, of Eagan, formerly of Plymouth. Preceded in death by husband, Ferdinand “Bud”. Survived by 2 sons, Barry (Marjorie) and Robert (Barbara); sister, Ruth; grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral service Saturday, 3 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th & Garrett Ave., Apple Valley with her visitation from 1-3 PM at the mortuary. Interment Crystal Lake, Mon., 11AM.

May 29, 2007

Diadoo, Nella J., age 84 of Burnsville. Preceded in death by husband, Joseph. Survived by 9 children, Emily (David), Maryse (Roger), Marie-Ange (Jules), Gilbert (Becky), Olaf (Michelle), Jeanine (Tom), Olivia, Kaven and Claude; brother, Norbert; 7 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Nella was a mother and best friend to all. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday,...

May 29, 2007

Murphy, Eleanore E., age 94, of Aitkin, formerly of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Bernard; and son, Paul. Survived by son, Dennis (Joanne); daughters, Elizabeth Murphy (Vince Koons), Kathleen Kamian, Marilyn (Jack) Alt and Jean (Robert) Graffius; sister-in-law, Debbie Murphy; 11 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; sister, Ruby (Cliff) Cherry. Mass of Christian Burial, Monday 10 AM, Church of St....

May 28, 2007

Lindorff, James E., age 70, of Mpls. Survived by sons, Scott, Jeff and Terry; daughter, Shelly Gallucci; 5 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; friend, Sandy Kriesel; sister, Shirley Karg. Memorial service Friday, 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation one hour before service.

Burial Date June 1, 2007

May 22, 2007

Brady, Carol C. age 81, of Apple Valley, born January 15, 1926 in Mantorville, MN, passed away May 22, 2007. Carol was a longtime member of Hope Presbyterian Ch. in Richfield, a member of PEO, and worked in the Resource Center of Hillcrest Elementary School in Bloomington. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ilene Harris. Carol is survived...

May 21, 2007

Keeler, Josh B. Age 20, of Eagan, recently completing his sophomore year at MNSU, Mankato, passed away tragically in an auto accident. Preceded in death by uncle, Mark Keeler. Survived by parents, Blake & Shelly; brother, Adam; sister, Ashley; grandparents, Phil & Evelyn Keeler and Ralph & Merilyn Berke; 1 uncle, Mike (Nancy) Keeler; 3 aunts, Pam (John) Edlin, Deb...

May 18, 2007

Chrystal L. Nelson, age 87 of Minneapolis, born October 16, 1919 in Jamestown, New York, passed away May 18, 2007. Chrystal volunteered on the local, district and state levels of Women of the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and also 57 years at Augustana Lutheran Church and Augustana Health Care Center. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alvar...

May 18, 2007

Harris, Carly May age 2, of Rosemount, earned her angel wings on May 18, 2007. Sweet Carly, The sweetness of your smile. The warmth of those trusting eyes. The love of your touch, your hug. The strength of your soul. The Lord has brought you to us to bless our lives. The lessons you’ve taught, are those only you can...

May 16, 2007

Thomas “Tim” A. Murphy, age 95 of Minneapolis. Born April 27, 1912, Kilkenny Ireland, deceased May 16, 2007. Forty-five year employee of Coca-Cola Bottling. Preceded in death by wife, Margaret Jones. Survived by children: Mary Margaret, OP, Montgomery, Kathleen (Tom) Lambert, Longville, Patricia (Steve) Dinsmore, Starbuck, Jane (Dave) Nygaard, Mendota Hts, Tom (Nancy) Murphy, Mpls, Jim (Pam) Murphy, Chanhassen, Ann...

May 16, 2007

Pollock, Robert C., age 84 of New Hope, born September 17, 1922 in Mpls., passed away May 16, 2007. Served in the US Navy during WWII and was a retired engineer from the Milwaukee RR. He is preceded in death by wife, Dorothy. Robert is survived by his children: Charles (Jane) Pollock, Jackie (Jerry) Block, Thomas Pollock and Sandra L....

May 15, 2007

Albert ?Abe? Forslin, age 90 of Minneapolis, born August 16, 1916 in North Kingston, MN, passed away May 15, 2007. Abe served his country during WWII in the USAAC (ChinaBurmaIndia). He is preceded in death by his wife, Adelaide. Abe is survived by son, Alan; daughter Aleta & husband Alan Isaacson; grandchildren, Steven Nelson and Suzanne (George) Chatters; great-granddaughter, Amelie;...

May 13, 2007

Thompson, Clarence M. age 86, of Mpls. Survived by wife, Bernice; sons, Ted (Anne Frenchick), Chuck (Karen), Jay (Sue) and David (Kelly Bonn); daughters, Gayle (Craig) Berkoben, Julie (Wayne) Walker, and Beth (Barry) Skye; 11 grandchildren, 1 great-granddaughter; nieces & nephews; sisters-in-law, Alta Thompson and Polly Thompson. Service Thursday, 10 AM, Trinity Lutheran Church of Minnehaha Falls, 40th Ave S....

May 13, 2007

Amundson, Ruby M. age 82 of Mpls. Widow of Elmer. She will be greatly missed by all. Survived by daughter, Kathleen A. Cochran; 2 brothers and 3 sisters; nieces, nephews and many friends. Service Thursday 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Lakewood. Memorials preferred.

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May 11, 2007

Pearson L. Vincent, age 92 of Mpls., formerly of Roseville. Member of the American Swedish Institute Male Chorus and 40 year employee of MN DOT. Survived by wife, Eleanor; daughters, Lavonne Pearson, and Marilyn & Kenneth Florian; and granddaughter, Kelsey Florian. Funeral Service 2:00 pm, Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at Augustana Care Center, 1007 E 14th St, Mpls. Visitation 4-7...

May 11, 2007

Hoff, Eleanor A., age 84 of Bloomington, born January 13, 1923 in Minneapolis, passed away May 10, 2007. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester; and brothers, Clinton and Richard. Eleanor is survived by her son, Stephen; and nieces and nephews, Gail Johnson, Clinton Anderson, Linda Hansen, Gary Anderson, Mary Jo Peterson and Karen Pletcher. Funeral service is...