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Berwyn E. Else

Berwyn E. Else

February 10, 2006

Berwyn E. “Bub” Else Else, Berwyn E. “Bub” age 85, of Apple Valley. Preceded in death by parents; and sisters, Esther and Jeanette. Survived by wife, June; daughters, Jean (Paul) Hunsinger, and Judy (Larry) Harsha; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bub was a longtime businessman for over 50 years in Watertown, SD, served in the Navy in the Pacific Theatre during...

Ethel M. Lundahl

Ethel M. Lundahl

February 9, 2006

Lundahl, Ethel M., age 89 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Elrey; 3 brothers and 1 sister. Loving mother of daughters, Donna (Dean) Long and Marie (Scott) Garberg; 5 grandchildren, Stephen (Dena), David (Cathy), Jeffrey (Patti), Michael (Nicki) and Dena (Tom); 5 great-grandchildren, Danielle, Christopher, Dylan, Ashley and Drake; sister, Marge Kirk; many nieces and nephews. Service Monday,...

Jean F. Soltis

Jean F. Soltis

February 8, 2006

Soltis, Jean, age 60. Survived by mother, Beatrice Soltis; sister, Judy Jewison; best friend, Dennis Pearson; nieces & nephews. 30 yr. employee of Henn. Co. Titles Desp. Gathering of friends, Saturday 12-1 PM with Prayer service at 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S.

Burial Date February 11, 2006

Alfred Sampson

Alfred Sampson

February 5, 2006

Alfred Sampson Age 72 of Richfield, born April 20 1933 in Guyana, South America, passed away February 5, 2006. He is survived by wife, Rajmati Sampson, and step-children: Kalawat Sook, Pertab Sook, Krisindat Sook and Jagat Sook. Funeral service is 10:00 AM, Wednesday, February 8, 2006 at Lakewood Memorial Chapel; 3600 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, with visitation starting at 9:30 AM.

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Donald R. Mechavich

Donald R. Mechavich

February 5, 2006

Donald R. Mechavich, age 59 of Lakeville, born November 3, 1946 in St.Cloud, MN, passed away February 5, 2006 after a courageous battle with ALS, “Lou Gehrig’s Disease”. Donald was a member of the Church of the Risen Savior in Burnsville and also the Apple Valley American Legion, #1776. He is preceded in death by his mother, Jean. Donald is...

Captain John P. Wolff

Captain John P. Wolff

February 4, 2006

Wolff, Captain John P. Age 59 Of Burnsville Born January 17, 1947 in St. Paul, MN, passed away February 4, 2006. Graduated Hutchinson H.S. and Gustavus Adolphus College. Retired as a Senior Marketing Engineer in the Technological Measurement industry. Retired 31-years of service in the U.S. Navy. Survived by wife of 33 years, Jeanie; son, Matt; mother, Ruth; and many...

Lois A. Bernard

Lois A. Bernard

February 3, 2006

Bernard, Lois A. (nee Uden), age 77, of Pine City, formerly of Mpls. Member of Pine City Area Gardening Club. Preceded by husband, Bruce. Survived by sons, Steven (Susan), Brian, Andrew (Jodi); daughter, Peggy (Michael) Scott; 13 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Service Monday 11AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Fort Snelling.

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Vanessa C. Judd

Vanessa C. Judd

February 3, 2006

Judd, Vanessa C., age 26. Survived by parents, Gerard & Laura; sisters, Felicia Judd and Kendra Judd; brothers, Gerard Jr. and Bryan; grandparents, Howard & Rita McDermott; aunts, uncles and cousins. Gathering of friends, Thursday 5-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave. S. Memorials preferred.

Burial Date February 9, 2006

Ethel S. Benson

Ethel S. Benson

January 28, 2006

Benson, Ethel S., age 93. Preceded in death by husband, Richard A.; sons, Christopher and Bryan. Survived by daughter, Gretchen (Rev. Arthur) Matychuk; son, Jeffrey (Pattye) Benson; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Homer Mitchell. Service Thursday 12 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Visitation 1/2 hour prior to service. Interment Lakewood.

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Edith M. Thiede

Edith M. Thiede

January 28, 2006

Thiede, Edith M. age 94, passed away peacefully Jan. 28, 2006 in Maple Grove, MN. Born and grew up in N. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Clarence; parents; sisters, Gertrude Staley, Marie Townsend; and brother, Paul E. Kroehnert. Longtime employee of Mpls. Honeywell, member of Honeybelles, active member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Mpls., Veteran’s Administration Volunteer, member...

Joseph A. Fruchtl

Joseph A. Fruchtl

January 27, 2006

Fruchtl, Joseph “Joe” age 16, of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly. Preceded in death by grandfather, John McKegney. Survived by parents, Eric & Dee; brother, Mike; grandparents, Ursula McKegney, Sandy & Dick Fruchtl; aunts, uncles, cousins; and cat, Simba. Loved by many and a good friend to all. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 4 PM, Church of the Risen Savior,...

Jean S. Klingensmith

Jean S. Klingensmith

January 25, 2006

Klingensmith, Jean S., age 84, of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Harold; daughter-in-law, Linda; grandson, Robbie. Survived by son, Bill; grandchildren, Jackie (Dave) O’Brien, Chris (Phara) Klingensmith, Eva Klingensmith & fiance Patt Hill, Jeff (Susie) Nelson; great-grandchildren, Kayleigh, Brianna, Elizabeth, William, Lauren and Ben; sister, Betty Murck; many nieces and nephews. Service Tuesday, 11AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd...

Rosella M. Erickson

Rosella M. Erickson

January 24, 2006

Erickson, Rosella M. “Rose” age 65, of Apple Valley, formerly of Bloomington, passed away after a lengthy battle with leukemia. Preceded in death by husband, Ed Erickson; parents, Helen and Floyd Schlough. Survived by son, Darrel (Tahanny); daughter, Kimberly Erickson; 6 grandchildren, Jocelyn, Justin, Candace, Jade, Jonathan and Annika; 2 great grandchildren, Wyatt and Hillary; companion, Phillip Knight; sister, Sharon...

Mildred Eva Holmgren

Mildred Eva Holmgren

January 22, 2006

Mildred E. Holmgren, age 90 of Minneapolis, born March 22, 1915 in Minneapolis to Jesse and Louise Snyder, passed away January 22, 2006. She is preceded in death by son, Jack and sisters, Loretta and Violet. Mildred is survived by her husband, Roy of 69 years; daughter Mary Lou (Ron) Peterson; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, family...

Robert B. Welch

Robert B. Welch

January 20, 2006

Welsh, Robert B., age 85. Survived by mother, M. Daleen and father, N. Michael Welch; brothers, David and Brian; sister, Kathryn; aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral service, Wednesday, 10 AM, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 18460 Kachina Court, Lakeville. Visitation Tuesday 6-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley and one hour prior to...

Orletha E. Winge

Orletha E. Winge

January 19, 2006

Orletha E. Winge, age 93 of Minneapolis, born Feb. 2, 1912, passed away Jan. 19, 2006. She is preceded in death by husband, Kenneth, brother, Merle Beedle and sister, Pearl Ogilvie. Orletha is survived by sons: Merle (Francis), Charles (Susan), Kenneth (Roxann), and Gary (DeAnna); daughters: Betty (Richard) Pittelkow, Judith Gerber, Patricia (Richard) Betzold, Rosemary (David) Averill, Cynthia (Robert) Winge...

Wesley L. Wolfe

Wesley L. Wolfe

January 17, 2006

Wolfe, Wesley “Bud” age 80, of Minneapolis, born Sep. 27, 1925, passed away Jan. 17, 2006. He was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy & son, Steven. Bud is survived by children, Wendy (Gary) Eilers, Debbie (Kim) Nutter, Tony (Karen) Wolfe, and Brenda Reishus (Jim Schroll); grandchildren, Allison, Peter, Jessica, Brian, Brandon, Nicholas, Kristen and Alyssa; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Alex, Kaylie,...

Doris M. Wamsley

Doris M. Wamsley

January 17, 2006

Wamsley (nee Cameron), Doris M. age 82 of Mpls. Born May 1, 1923, passed away suddenly January 17, 2006. Doris was a longtime resident of S. Mpls. She belonged to T.O.P.S. and Wold Chamberlain American Legion Post #99. She was a loving wife, mom, grandma & great-grandma. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, John “Doug”; daughter, Diane...

Mary Ann Junger

Mary Ann Junger

January 16, 2006

Junger, Mary Ann, age 71 of Bloomington. Preceded in death by husband, Leonard. Survived by son, Robert; step-daughters, Deb Pappenfus and Susan (Paul) Severson; nephew, Richard (Mary) Darud; mother-in-law, Grace Junger; brother-in-law, Ward Junger; many grandchildren and cousins; special friend Laura Otterson. Service Monday 1:00 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service....

Gertrude Rydland Kelly

Gertrude Rydland Kelly

January 9, 2006

Kelly Gertrude Rydland, age 96 of Northfield, born November 5, 1909 in Aga Island, Norway to Johannes and Olena Rydland, passed away January 9, 2006. She is preceded in death by her husband, Milton, and son, Kenneth. Gertrude is survived by her children: Genevieve (David) Quarberg, Ruth (Wallace) Hustad, Virginia Kelly, David Kelly and Joan Kelly; 21 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren;...

Berwyn E. Else

Berwyn E. Else

February 10, 2006

Berwyn E. “Bub” Else Else, Berwyn E. “Bub” age 85, of Apple Valley. Preceded in death by parents; and sisters, Esther and Jeanette. Survived by wife, June; daughters, Jean (Paul) Hunsinger, and Judy (Larry) Harsha; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Bub was a longtime businessman for over 50 years in Watertown, SD, served in the Navy in the Pacific Theatre during...

Ethel M. Lundahl

Ethel M. Lundahl

February 9, 2006

Lundahl, Ethel M., age 89 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Elrey; 3 brothers and 1 sister. Loving mother of daughters, Donna (Dean) Long and Marie (Scott) Garberg; 5 grandchildren, Stephen (Dena), David (Cathy), Jeffrey (Patti), Michael (Nicki) and Dena (Tom); 5 great-grandchildren, Danielle, Christopher, Dylan, Ashley and Drake; sister, Marge Kirk; many nieces and nephews. Service Monday,...

Jean F. Soltis

Jean F. Soltis

February 8, 2006

Soltis, Jean, age 60. Survived by mother, Beatrice Soltis; sister, Judy Jewison; best friend, Dennis Pearson; nieces & nephews. 30 yr. employee of Henn. Co. Titles Desp. Gathering of friends, Saturday 12-1 PM with Prayer service at 1 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S.

Burial Date February 11, 2006

Alfred Sampson

Alfred Sampson

February 5, 2006

Alfred Sampson Age 72 of Richfield, born April 20 1933 in Guyana, South America, passed away February 5, 2006. He is survived by wife, Rajmati Sampson, and step-children: Kalawat Sook, Pertab Sook, Krisindat Sook and Jagat Sook. Funeral service is 10:00 AM, Wednesday, February 8, 2006 at Lakewood Memorial Chapel; 3600 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, with visitation starting at 9:30 AM.

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Donald R. Mechavich

Donald R. Mechavich

February 5, 2006

Donald R. Mechavich, age 59 of Lakeville, born November 3, 1946 in St.Cloud, MN, passed away February 5, 2006 after a courageous battle with ALS, “Lou Gehrig’s Disease”. Donald was a member of the Church of the Risen Savior in Burnsville and also the Apple Valley American Legion, #1776. He is preceded in death by his mother, Jean. Donald is...

Captain John P. Wolff

Captain John P. Wolff

February 4, 2006

Wolff, Captain John P. Age 59 Of Burnsville Born January 17, 1947 in St. Paul, MN, passed away February 4, 2006. Graduated Hutchinson H.S. and Gustavus Adolphus College. Retired as a Senior Marketing Engineer in the Technological Measurement industry. Retired 31-years of service in the U.S. Navy. Survived by wife of 33 years, Jeanie; son, Matt; mother, Ruth; and many...

Lois A. Bernard

Lois A. Bernard

February 3, 2006

Bernard, Lois A. (nee Uden), age 77, of Pine City, formerly of Mpls. Member of Pine City Area Gardening Club. Preceded by husband, Bruce. Survived by sons, Steven (Susan), Brian, Andrew (Jodi); daughter, Peggy (Michael) Scott; 13 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Service Monday 11AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S., Mpls. Visitation one hour before service. Interment Fort Snelling.

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Vanessa C. Judd

Vanessa C. Judd

February 3, 2006

Judd, Vanessa C., age 26. Survived by parents, Gerard & Laura; sisters, Felicia Judd and Kendra Judd; brothers, Gerard Jr. and Bryan; grandparents, Howard & Rita McDermott; aunts, uncles and cousins. Gathering of friends, Thursday 5-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave. S. Memorials preferred.

Burial Date February 9, 2006

Ethel S. Benson

Ethel S. Benson

January 28, 2006

Benson, Ethel S., age 93. Preceded in death by husband, Richard A.; sons, Christopher and Bryan. Survived by daughter, Gretchen (Rev. Arthur) Matychuk; son, Jeffrey (Pattye) Benson; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Homer Mitchell. Service Thursday 12 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Visitation 1/2 hour prior to service. Interment Lakewood.

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Edith M. Thiede

Edith M. Thiede

January 28, 2006

Thiede, Edith M. age 94, passed away peacefully Jan. 28, 2006 in Maple Grove, MN. Born and grew up in N. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Clarence; parents; sisters, Gertrude Staley, Marie Townsend; and brother, Paul E. Kroehnert. Longtime employee of Mpls. Honeywell, member of Honeybelles, active member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church of Mpls., Veteran’s Administration Volunteer, member...

Joseph A. Fruchtl

Joseph A. Fruchtl

January 27, 2006

Fruchtl, Joseph “Joe” age 16, of Apple Valley, passed away unexpectedly. Preceded in death by grandfather, John McKegney. Survived by parents, Eric & Dee; brother, Mike; grandparents, Ursula McKegney, Sandy & Dick Fruchtl; aunts, uncles, cousins; and cat, Simba. Loved by many and a good friend to all. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 4 PM, Church of the Risen Savior,...

Jean S. Klingensmith

Jean S. Klingensmith

January 25, 2006

Klingensmith, Jean S., age 84, of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Harold; daughter-in-law, Linda; grandson, Robbie. Survived by son, Bill; grandchildren, Jackie (Dave) O’Brien, Chris (Phara) Klingensmith, Eva Klingensmith & fiance Patt Hill, Jeff (Susie) Nelson; great-grandchildren, Kayleigh, Brianna, Elizabeth, William, Lauren and Ben; sister, Betty Murck; many nieces and nephews. Service Tuesday, 11AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd...

Rosella M. Erickson

Rosella M. Erickson

January 24, 2006

Erickson, Rosella M. “Rose” age 65, of Apple Valley, formerly of Bloomington, passed away after a lengthy battle with leukemia. Preceded in death by husband, Ed Erickson; parents, Helen and Floyd Schlough. Survived by son, Darrel (Tahanny); daughter, Kimberly Erickson; 6 grandchildren, Jocelyn, Justin, Candace, Jade, Jonathan and Annika; 2 great grandchildren, Wyatt and Hillary; companion, Phillip Knight; sister, Sharon...

Mildred Eva Holmgren

Mildred Eva Holmgren

January 22, 2006

Mildred E. Holmgren, age 90 of Minneapolis, born March 22, 1915 in Minneapolis to Jesse and Louise Snyder, passed away January 22, 2006. She is preceded in death by son, Jack and sisters, Loretta and Violet. Mildred is survived by her husband, Roy of 69 years; daughter Mary Lou (Ron) Peterson; 5 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, family...

Robert B. Welch

Robert B. Welch

January 20, 2006

Welsh, Robert B., age 85. Survived by mother, M. Daleen and father, N. Michael Welch; brothers, David and Brian; sister, Kathryn; aunts, uncles and cousins. Funeral service, Wednesday, 10 AM, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 18460 Kachina Court, Lakeville. Visitation Tuesday 6-8 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Ave., Apple Valley and one hour prior to...

Orletha E. Winge

Orletha E. Winge

January 19, 2006

Orletha E. Winge, age 93 of Minneapolis, born Feb. 2, 1912, passed away Jan. 19, 2006. She is preceded in death by husband, Kenneth, brother, Merle Beedle and sister, Pearl Ogilvie. Orletha is survived by sons: Merle (Francis), Charles (Susan), Kenneth (Roxann), and Gary (DeAnna); daughters: Betty (Richard) Pittelkow, Judith Gerber, Patricia (Richard) Betzold, Rosemary (David) Averill, Cynthia (Robert) Winge...

Wesley L. Wolfe

Wesley L. Wolfe

January 17, 2006

Wolfe, Wesley “Bud” age 80, of Minneapolis, born Sep. 27, 1925, passed away Jan. 17, 2006. He was preceded in death by wife, Dorothy & son, Steven. Bud is survived by children, Wendy (Gary) Eilers, Debbie (Kim) Nutter, Tony (Karen) Wolfe, and Brenda Reishus (Jim Schroll); grandchildren, Allison, Peter, Jessica, Brian, Brandon, Nicholas, Kristen and Alyssa; great-grandchildren, Tyler, Alex, Kaylie,...

Doris M. Wamsley

Doris M. Wamsley

January 17, 2006

Wamsley (nee Cameron), Doris M. age 82 of Mpls. Born May 1, 1923, passed away suddenly January 17, 2006. Doris was a longtime resident of S. Mpls. She belonged to T.O.P.S. and Wold Chamberlain American Legion Post #99. She was a loving wife, mom, grandma & great-grandma. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, John “Doug”; daughter, Diane...

Mary Ann Junger

Mary Ann Junger

January 16, 2006

Junger, Mary Ann, age 71 of Bloomington. Preceded in death by husband, Leonard. Survived by son, Robert; step-daughters, Deb Pappenfus and Susan (Paul) Severson; nephew, Richard (Mary) Darud; mother-in-law, Grace Junger; brother-in-law, Ward Junger; many grandchildren and cousins; special friend Laura Otterson. Service Monday 1:00 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service....

Gertrude Rydland Kelly

Gertrude Rydland Kelly

January 9, 2006

Kelly Gertrude Rydland, age 96 of Northfield, born November 5, 1909 in Aga Island, Norway to Johannes and Olena Rydland, passed away January 9, 2006. She is preceded in death by her husband, Milton, and son, Kenneth. Gertrude is survived by her children: Genevieve (David) Quarberg, Ruth (Wallace) Hustad, Virginia Kelly, David Kelly and Joan Kelly; 21 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren;...

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