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Tyre D. Benson

Tyre D. Benson

October 2, 2006

Tyre??(TM) D. Benson, age 22 of Minneapolis, born February 6, 1984 in Minneapolis, passed away October 2, 2006 after a tragic motorcycle accident. Tyre??(TM) is survived by his daughter Kayleigh Clark and her mother, Jennifer Smith; mom, Donna Brueck; dad, James Benson; grandma, Penny Berg; sisters, Jamie and Ashlie Benson; niece, Ahshya, nephew, Jermaine and aunts; uncles; cousins and many...

Kathleen M. Knight

Kathleen M. Knight

October 2, 2006

Knight, Kathleen M. “Katie” (Meehan) age 89, formerly of So. Mpls. & Bloomington, current resident of Providence Place. Preceded in death by husband, Ross E. Knight. Survived by daughter & son-in-law, Kathleen R. (Daryl) Rieck; son & daughter-in-law, Ross Jr. (Elizabeth); granddaughter, Melissa (Bob) VanMuyden; grandson, Bryan W. (Tyne) Rieck; 2 great- grandchildren; many nieces & nephews. Service Friday, 2...

Robert O. Hartley

Robert O. Hartley

September 30, 2006

Hartley, Robert O. age 75 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by parents and sister. Survived by loving wife, Alice; son, Steve; daughters, Sandy (John) Howard, Susie (Dave) Metz, Shelley (Bob) Ringold and Sheryl (Dan) McKay; 13 grandchildren; niece, Barb; brother-in-law, Casper (Marlene) Ness; nephews, Rich and Chris. Service 11:00 AM Thurs. at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave...

Beverly J Thornton

Beverly J Thornton

September 27, 2006

Beverly J.Thornton, age 72 formerly of Minneapolis, born May 25, 1934 in Waupaca, WI passed away September 27, 2006. Preceded in death by husband Everett and brother, Rodney Aspelin. Survived by children, Julie (Orester) Hollie, and Patrick (Michelle); step-daughters, Beverly Leslie and Janice (Wayne) Duncan; grandchildren; great-grandchildren and twin sister, Barbara M. Schmaltz. Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 3rd,...

Richard W. Carlsen

Richard W. Carlsen

September 25, 2006

Carlsen, Richard “Dick” W. age 86 of Minneapolis, born December 12, 1919 in Fargo, ND, passed away September 25, 2006. Dick was an officer and life member of the Painters Local # 386 and a member of the Zuhrah Shrine. Preceding him in death are his wife, Mildred and sons-in-law, Butch and Lonnie. Dick is survived by his children: Barbara...

Michael J. Mahoney

Michael J. Mahoney

September 24, 2006

Mahoney, Michael J., age 45. Preceded in death by father, Neil J. Survived by mother, Irene Mahoney; brother, Steven (Diane); sisters, Deborah J. Mahoney-Maluda (Guy), Patricia A. Peziembo (Larry), Sharon M. Mahoney; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles & cousin. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 AM, St. Olaf Catholic Church, 215 South 8th St. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Ft....

Nancy A. Bailey

Nancy A. Bailey

September 22, 2006

Bailey, Nancy A. age 70 of Mpls., on Sept. 22, 2006. Preceded in death by husband, Robert; parents, Joseph and Eva Tremel; sister, Betty Hatfield; and brother, Joseph Tremel. Survived by daughters, Cathy Bailey and Janine (Brennan) Shapley; grandchildren, Beth and Ben; brother, Don Tremel; sister- in-law, Cheryl Tremel; nieces and nephews. She was a legal secretary for many years...

Deloris M. Polak

Deloris M. Polak

September 22, 2006

Polak, Deloris M. (Skansberg) age 79, of Mpls. Survived by husband, John; son, Thomas (Dorothy); daughter, Susan Fahimi; 3 grandchildren, John, Joseph and Jennifer; sisters, Phyllis Meyer, June Wirtanen and Mary Ann Johnson; brother DuWayne Skansberg. Service Tuesday, 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S., 612-729-2331. Visitation Monday, 4-7 PM.

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Denice J. Bergh

Denice J. Bergh

September 22, 2006

Bergh, Denice J. age 56, of Lakeville. Preceded in death by parents; and daughter, sweet baby Shannon. Survived by husband, Sanford; children, Sara, Stacie and Samuel Bergh; sisters, Dianne (Richard) Ulmen and Deborah Manselle; brothers, Darrell, Donald and Dwight (Peggy) Manselle. Services Monday 2 PM, Berean Baptist Church, 309 E. County Rd. 42, Burnsville. Visitation 2-5 PM Sunday at Henry...

Clayton L. Unstad

Clayton L. Unstad

September 22, 2006

Unstad, Clayton L. “Dagwood” Clayton, 84, died 9/22/06. His positive attitude and acceptance of life’s challenges made him an inspiration to those who knew him. Clayt is survived by his children & stepchildren, Sandra McCalvy, Tom (Judy) Unstad, Jan Unstad, Sandra Olson, Barb (John) Zavada, Joy (Jim) Rauner; grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He graduated from South High School and was...

Arlys I. Rens

Arlys I. Rens

September 22, 2006

Rens, Arlys I. age 58, of Apple Valley. Went to be with her Lord Friday after a brief, but brave battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, one niece & one nephew. Loving wife of Don; mother of Elise (Charlie) Binsfeld, Curtis (Megan) Rens and Andrea (Donovan) Dugan; grandmother of 4 grandchildren; sister of Leon (Marlene) Pannkuk and Sherry...

Irma L. Kommer

Irma L. Kommer

September 19, 2006

Kommer, Irma L. age 79, of S. Mpls. Survived by brothers, Ernest, Lawerence, Henry (Judy); niece and nephews; great nieces and nephews; special friend, Max Tharp. Service Fri. 11 AM at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. with visitation Thurs. 5-8 PM and one hour before service. Interment St. Mary’s.

Burial Date September 22,...

Edwin O. Fjeld

Edwin O. Fjeld

September 18, 2006

Fjeld, Edwin “Eddie” O. age 84 of Mpls, electrician. Enjoyed golf, hunting and fishing and was a voracious reader with a keen interest in politics, and many lifelong friends. Preceded in death by loving wife, Carolyn. Survived by daughter, Mary Thomas; son, Mark Fjeld; grandchildren, Erica and Ian Thomas. Service 11 AM Sat at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd...

Robert K. Rodin

Robert K. Rodin

September 16, 2006

Robert K. Rodin Rodin, Robert K. age 90 of Fifty Lakes, MN, formerly of Mpls. Born Feb. 18, 1916 in Mpls., passed away Sept. 16, 2006. Fifty+ yr. member of Gustavus II Adolphus Society and member of Cross Lake Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by sister, Dorothy Hall. Survived by loving wife of 67 years, Marie; children, Robert, Jr. (Diane),...

Marion W. Nilsson

Marion W. Nilsson

September 14, 2006

Marion W. Nilsson, (nee Hull), age 87 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 18, 1918 in Hammond, WI, passed away Sep 14, 2006 of Congestive Heart Failure. Marion graduated from the Swedish Hospital School of Nursing in 1940 and was a nurse at the hospital from 1940 to 1951. She is preceded in death by brothers, John and Howard and sister, Katheryne...

Lynn L. Peterson

Lynn L. Peterson

September 13, 2006

Peterson, Lynn L., age 37, of Lakeville. Survived by husband, Brad; children, Breanne, Brittany, Gracie and Gabrielle; mother, Delores Fitch; brother, John (Robin) Fitch; sister, Darla (Eric) Volkmann; nieces & nephews. Service Saturday, 11 AM, Hosanna! Lutheran Church, 9663 160th St. W., Lakeville. Visitation Friday 5-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Apple Valley Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave, and 1/2 hour before...

Kathryn Alyn-Ruprecht Mason

Kathryn Alyn-Ruprecht Mason

September 13, 2006

Mason, Kathryn Alyn-Ruprecht, Born May 9, 2006 and passed away Sept. 13, 2006. Preceded in death by grandparents, James & Rose Ruprecht. Survived by loving mother, Jodi Mason & father, Alan Ruprecht; sisters, Emma, Amber and Kristi; grandparents, Jim & Marlene Mason; aunts, uncles and friends. Service Monday, 10 AM, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Visitation Sunday 2-5 PM,...

Michael R. Besch

Michael R. Besch

September 12, 2006

Besch, Michael R. age 48, of Apple Valley, passed away after a short illness in St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester, MN. Preceded in death by father, Ralph A.; sister, Theresa Besch; father-in-law, Chuck Rabbitt and grandparents. Survived by loving wife of 25 years, DeeAnn; 3 children, Matthew, Stephanie and Alyssa; mother, Nancy; sister, Laura Bauer; mother-in-law, Bev Rabbitt; brother- in-law, David...

Gladys L. Evans

Gladys L. Evans

September 11, 2006

Evans, Gladys L. age 90, Walker Home. Preceded in death by husband, Clifford. Survived by nieces and nephews. Service Thursday 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Ft. Snelling.

Burial Date September 14, 2006

Marilynn E. Anderson

Marilynn E. Anderson

September 10, 2006

Anderson, Marilynn E., age 64, of Apple Valley. Survived by husband, Douglas; daughter, Kimberley Vorel; son, George (Helen); 5 grandchildren. Memorial service Friday, 7 PM, Lutheran Church of Our Savior, Co. Rd. 42 & Diamond Path, Rosemount. Friends may call one-half hour before service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the church.

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Tyre D. Benson

Tyre D. Benson

October 2, 2006

Tyre??(TM) D. Benson, age 22 of Minneapolis, born February 6, 1984 in Minneapolis, passed away October 2, 2006 after a tragic motorcycle accident. Tyre??(TM) is survived by his daughter Kayleigh Clark and her mother, Jennifer Smith; mom, Donna Brueck; dad, James Benson; grandma, Penny Berg; sisters, Jamie and Ashlie Benson; niece, Ahshya, nephew, Jermaine and aunts; uncles; cousins and many...

Kathleen M. Knight

Kathleen M. Knight

October 2, 2006

Knight, Kathleen M. “Katie” (Meehan) age 89, formerly of So. Mpls. & Bloomington, current resident of Providence Place. Preceded in death by husband, Ross E. Knight. Survived by daughter & son-in-law, Kathleen R. (Daryl) Rieck; son & daughter-in-law, Ross Jr. (Elizabeth); granddaughter, Melissa (Bob) VanMuyden; grandson, Bryan W. (Tyne) Rieck; 2 great- grandchildren; many nieces & nephews. Service Friday, 2...

Robert O. Hartley

Robert O. Hartley

September 30, 2006

Hartley, Robert O. age 75 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by parents and sister. Survived by loving wife, Alice; son, Steve; daughters, Sandy (John) Howard, Susie (Dave) Metz, Shelley (Bob) Ringold and Sheryl (Dan) McKay; 13 grandchildren; niece, Barb; brother-in-law, Casper (Marlene) Ness; nephews, Rich and Chris. Service 11:00 AM Thurs. at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave...

Beverly J Thornton

Beverly J Thornton

September 27, 2006

Beverly J.Thornton, age 72 formerly of Minneapolis, born May 25, 1934 in Waupaca, WI passed away September 27, 2006. Preceded in death by husband Everett and brother, Rodney Aspelin. Survived by children, Julie (Orester) Hollie, and Patrick (Michelle); step-daughters, Beverly Leslie and Janice (Wayne) Duncan; grandchildren; great-grandchildren and twin sister, Barbara M. Schmaltz. Funeral service, 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 3rd,...

Richard W. Carlsen

Richard W. Carlsen

September 25, 2006

Carlsen, Richard “Dick” W. age 86 of Minneapolis, born December 12, 1919 in Fargo, ND, passed away September 25, 2006. Dick was an officer and life member of the Painters Local # 386 and a member of the Zuhrah Shrine. Preceding him in death are his wife, Mildred and sons-in-law, Butch and Lonnie. Dick is survived by his children: Barbara...

Michael J. Mahoney

Michael J. Mahoney

September 24, 2006

Mahoney, Michael J., age 45. Preceded in death by father, Neil J. Survived by mother, Irene Mahoney; brother, Steven (Diane); sisters, Deborah J. Mahoney-Maluda (Guy), Patricia A. Peziembo (Larry), Sharon M. Mahoney; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles & cousin. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 AM, St. Olaf Catholic Church, 215 South 8th St. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Ft....

Nancy A. Bailey

Nancy A. Bailey

September 22, 2006

Bailey, Nancy A. age 70 of Mpls., on Sept. 22, 2006. Preceded in death by husband, Robert; parents, Joseph and Eva Tremel; sister, Betty Hatfield; and brother, Joseph Tremel. Survived by daughters, Cathy Bailey and Janine (Brennan) Shapley; grandchildren, Beth and Ben; brother, Don Tremel; sister- in-law, Cheryl Tremel; nieces and nephews. She was a legal secretary for many years...

Deloris M. Polak

Deloris M. Polak

September 22, 2006

Polak, Deloris M. (Skansberg) age 79, of Mpls. Survived by husband, John; son, Thomas (Dorothy); daughter, Susan Fahimi; 3 grandchildren, John, Joseph and Jennifer; sisters, Phyllis Meyer, June Wirtanen and Mary Ann Johnson; brother DuWayne Skansberg. Service Tuesday, 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S., 612-729-2331. Visitation Monday, 4-7 PM.

Burial Date September...

Denice J. Bergh

Denice J. Bergh

September 22, 2006

Bergh, Denice J. age 56, of Lakeville. Preceded in death by parents; and daughter, sweet baby Shannon. Survived by husband, Sanford; children, Sara, Stacie and Samuel Bergh; sisters, Dianne (Richard) Ulmen and Deborah Manselle; brothers, Darrell, Donald and Dwight (Peggy) Manselle. Services Monday 2 PM, Berean Baptist Church, 309 E. County Rd. 42, Burnsville. Visitation 2-5 PM Sunday at Henry...

Clayton L. Unstad

Clayton L. Unstad

September 22, 2006

Unstad, Clayton L. “Dagwood” Clayton, 84, died 9/22/06. His positive attitude and acceptance of life’s challenges made him an inspiration to those who knew him. Clayt is survived by his children & stepchildren, Sandra McCalvy, Tom (Judy) Unstad, Jan Unstad, Sandra Olson, Barb (John) Zavada, Joy (Jim) Rauner; grandchildren and great- grandchildren. He graduated from South High School and was...

Arlys I. Rens

Arlys I. Rens

September 22, 2006

Rens, Arlys I. age 58, of Apple Valley. Went to be with her Lord Friday after a brief, but brave battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, one niece & one nephew. Loving wife of Don; mother of Elise (Charlie) Binsfeld, Curtis (Megan) Rens and Andrea (Donovan) Dugan; grandmother of 4 grandchildren; sister of Leon (Marlene) Pannkuk and Sherry...

Irma L. Kommer

Irma L. Kommer

September 19, 2006

Kommer, Irma L. age 79, of S. Mpls. Survived by brothers, Ernest, Lawerence, Henry (Judy); niece and nephews; great nieces and nephews; special friend, Max Tharp. Service Fri. 11 AM at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. with visitation Thurs. 5-8 PM and one hour before service. Interment St. Mary’s.

Burial Date September 22,...

Edwin O. Fjeld

Edwin O. Fjeld

September 18, 2006

Fjeld, Edwin “Eddie” O. age 84 of Mpls, electrician. Enjoyed golf, hunting and fishing and was a voracious reader with a keen interest in politics, and many lifelong friends. Preceded in death by loving wife, Carolyn. Survived by daughter, Mary Thomas; son, Mark Fjeld; grandchildren, Erica and Ian Thomas. Service 11 AM Sat at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd...

Robert K. Rodin

Robert K. Rodin

September 16, 2006

Robert K. Rodin Rodin, Robert K. age 90 of Fifty Lakes, MN, formerly of Mpls. Born Feb. 18, 1916 in Mpls., passed away Sept. 16, 2006. Fifty+ yr. member of Gustavus II Adolphus Society and member of Cross Lake Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by sister, Dorothy Hall. Survived by loving wife of 67 years, Marie; children, Robert, Jr. (Diane),...

Marion W. Nilsson

Marion W. Nilsson

September 14, 2006

Marion W. Nilsson, (nee Hull), age 87 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 18, 1918 in Hammond, WI, passed away Sep 14, 2006 of Congestive Heart Failure. Marion graduated from the Swedish Hospital School of Nursing in 1940 and was a nurse at the hospital from 1940 to 1951. She is preceded in death by brothers, John and Howard and sister, Katheryne...

Lynn L. Peterson

Lynn L. Peterson

September 13, 2006

Peterson, Lynn L., age 37, of Lakeville. Survived by husband, Brad; children, Breanne, Brittany, Gracie and Gabrielle; mother, Delores Fitch; brother, John (Robin) Fitch; sister, Darla (Eric) Volkmann; nieces & nephews. Service Saturday, 11 AM, Hosanna! Lutheran Church, 9663 160th St. W., Lakeville. Visitation Friday 5-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Apple Valley Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave, and 1/2 hour before...

Kathryn Alyn-Ruprecht Mason

Kathryn Alyn-Ruprecht Mason

September 13, 2006

Mason, Kathryn Alyn-Ruprecht, Born May 9, 2006 and passed away Sept. 13, 2006. Preceded in death by grandparents, James & Rose Ruprecht. Survived by loving mother, Jodi Mason & father, Alan Ruprecht; sisters, Emma, Amber and Kristi; grandparents, Jim & Marlene Mason; aunts, uncles and friends. Service Monday, 10 AM, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Visitation Sunday 2-5 PM,...

Michael R. Besch

Michael R. Besch

September 12, 2006

Besch, Michael R. age 48, of Apple Valley, passed away after a short illness in St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester, MN. Preceded in death by father, Ralph A.; sister, Theresa Besch; father-in-law, Chuck Rabbitt and grandparents. Survived by loving wife of 25 years, DeeAnn; 3 children, Matthew, Stephanie and Alyssa; mother, Nancy; sister, Laura Bauer; mother-in-law, Bev Rabbitt; brother- in-law, David...

Gladys L. Evans

Gladys L. Evans

September 11, 2006

Evans, Gladys L. age 90, Walker Home. Preceded in death by husband, Clifford. Survived by nieces and nephews. Service Thursday 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave S. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Ft. Snelling.

Burial Date September 14, 2006

Marilynn E. Anderson

Marilynn E. Anderson

September 10, 2006

Anderson, Marilynn E., age 64, of Apple Valley. Survived by husband, Douglas; daughter, Kimberley Vorel; son, George (Helen); 5 grandchildren. Memorial service Friday, 7 PM, Lutheran Church of Our Savior, Co. Rd. 42 & Diamond Path, Rosemount. Friends may call one-half hour before service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the church.

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