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Donald L. Peterson

Donald L. Peterson

April 30, 2006

Peterson, Donald L., age 56, of Mpls. Survived by daughter, Justine (Terry) Malecha; sons, Reid and Noel Peterson; grandchildren, Karalyn and Colton; sister, Jackie Rue. Memorial service Thursday 11:00 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation 1/2 hour before service. Interment Ft. Snelling.

Burial Date May 4, 2006

Louise M. Brandt

Louise M. Brandt

April 30, 2006

Louise ?Lucy? M. Brandt, Age 104 of Minneapolis, born January 1, 1902 in Primghar, IA, passed away peacefully April 30, 2006. Louise was a longtime member of both the D.A.V. Auxilliary and Minnehaha United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert; grandson, Rob Sarset; 3 sisters; 2 brothers; and son-in-law, C.F. Sarset. Louise is survived by...

Walter F. Gavanda

Walter F. Gavanda

April 26, 2006

Gavanda, Walter F. age 92, of Bloomington, died on April 26. Preceded in death by his wife, Claradonna “Donna”; parents and siblings, Donald, Martin, Frieda and Elsie. Survived by his sister, Margaret Johnson, Bloomington; many nieces and nephews; good friend, Mylah Anderson. Walter was born on Aug. 20, 1913 in Sauk Rapids, MN to Elizabeth & Michael Gavanda. On March...

Oliver Dority

Oliver Dority

April 25, 2006

Oliver Dority Dority, Oliver age 60, of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Fannie; parents, brothers, sister, and nephew. Survived by children, Oliver Jr. and Veleria Crustchers; stepchildren, Carlos and Tashawndra; best friend, Tashana Brown; brother, Eldra; sisters, Thelma Barnett and Velera Tillman; grandchildren, Takara and Oliver Hughes, great-granddaughter, Ashyia Hughes; many nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews,...

Fredrick A. Mcgee

Fredrick A. Mcgee

April 22, 2006

McGee, Fredrick A., age 92, of Mpls. Survived by brother, Walter “Pat” (Beverly); sister, Helen Rabey; sister-in-law, Louise McGee; several nieces, nephews, family and friends. Service Wednesday, 11AM, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 28th Ave. & E. 31st St. Visitation 1 hour before service. Interment Lakewood. Memorials to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.

Burial Date April 26, 2006...

Viola Griffiths

Viola Griffiths

April 20, 2006

Griffiths, Viola, on April 20, 2006 Viola went home to meet her gracious Lord and Savior at the age of 91. She was a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Viola is survived by son, Thomas Griffiths; and daughter, Nancy Lake; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Especially when the flowers bloom and the smell of fresh baked bread fills the air,...

Raymond W. Sheatsley

Raymond W. Sheatsley

April 19, 2006

Sheatsley, Raymond W., age 86, of Mpls. Survived by wife, Hertha; son, James (Sandy); daughters, Gretchen (Richard) Peik, Barbara (Pete) Malamen and Nancy (Terry) McCormick; 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandsons. Memorial service Saturday, 1:30 PM at Augustana Apts Auditorium, 1509 10th Ave. S. Memorials to Augustana Health Care Center, Faith Lutheran Church or Heifer Int’l.

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Edna L. Johnson

Edna L. Johnson

April 17, 2006

Johnson, Edna L., age 93 of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Clarence and sisters, Violet, Florence, Marie and Grace. Survived by daughters, Beverly (Chuck) and Lavonne; grandchildren, Wendy (Kevin), Peter (Lisa) and David (Shirley); great-grandchildren, Justin, Haley, Shana; sister, Ethel; many nieces & nephews. Service Saturday, 11 AM, St. Peder’s Lutheran Church, 4600 E. 42nd St. Visitation Fri., 5-8 PM...

Florence Irene Anderson

Florence Irene Anderson

April 12, 2006

Anderson, Florence I., age 89, of S. Mpls. Preceded by 5 brothers. Survived by loving husband of 58 years, Bert; children, Gaye Biros and fiancee, Glen Schlichte, Van (Judy) Anderson; grandchildren, Andy (Kelly) Biros, Becky (Nick) Sirek, Angela and Lauren Anderson; many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Monday, 7 PM, Lake Nokomis Presbyterian Church, 1620 E. 46th St. with visitation...

Virginia Heigl

Virginia Heigl

April 12, 2006

Heigl, Virginia age 75, of Rosemount, formerly of Bloomington, passed away Wednesday night after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by husband, Edward; daughter, Susan Elaine and brother, Richard Southgate. Survived by children, Patricia Varble, Edward (Tammy) and Mary Weaver; 6 grandchildren, Nathan, Alex, Amber, Dillon, Holly and Kiersten; 1 great-granddaughter, Shayla; nieces, nephews and friends. We love you, Mom,...

Marvin Leonard Robertson

Marvin Leonard Robertson

April 9, 2006

Robertson, Marvin Leonard age 79, of Crosslake, MN, died in Mesa, AZ, 6 days before his 80th birthday. He was the much-loved husband of Phyllis, for 59 1/2 years; father of Sue Niznick (Frank), Dave Robertson (Pam), Doug Robertson (Laurie) and Larry Robertson (Jean); grandfather to 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He graduated from South High School in June 1944....

Kristine Susan Erickson

Kristine Susan Erickson

April 8, 2006

Kristine Susan Erickson, age 32 of Burnsville, born April 30, 1973 in Minneapolis, passed away April 8, 2006. She attended day activities at ProAct for 12 years. Kristine is survived by her parents, Chuck and Sue Erickson; sister, Kathy Erickson; grandmother, Helen Sjodahl; several aunts; uncles; cousins; family and friends. Special thanks to her dear friends LeeAnn Hendrickson and Pat...

Alice Evelyn Fransen

Alice Evelyn Fransen

April 6, 2006

FRANSEN, Alice Evelyn (Bjorklund), age 89 of Mpls., passed away April 6, 2006 at Walker Methodist Senior Center. Alice and husband, Gust, owned and operated Fransen’s Grocery store at 45th & Minnehaha Ave. in S. Mpls., which later became Fransen’s Nursey and Garden Store. After Gust passed away in 1975, Alice began a 25 yr. career at Bachman’s on Lyndale...

Genevieve I. Holten

Genevieve I. Holten

April 1, 2006

Holten (Linse), Genevieve I. age 91, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on April 1. Preceded in death by first husband, Harold; second husband, Lawrence “Bud” Linse; 2 brothers; daughter, Kathy Hanna; and son, Bruce Holten. Survived by son, Jeff (Kitty) Holten; 3 stepdaughters, Judy Linse, Margaret (Roman) Heyne and Ruth (Lou) Farina; 9 grandchildren, Lee, Susan, Nick, Kristen, Bethany,...

Florence E. "Oma" Miller

Florence E. "Oma" Miller

March 31, 2006

Florence E. “Oma” Miller, age 94 of Minneapolis, born November 24, 1911 in Sibley, IA to August and Gertrude Koopman, passed away March 31, 2006 in Apple Valley. She is preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas J.; son, John Reinboldt and ten brothers and sisters. Florence was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister and will be missed by...

June M. Rittenhouse

June M. Rittenhouse

March 31, 2006

Rittenhouse, June M. age 81, of Burnsville. Member of the Eastern Star, White Shrine and Amaranth. She was also a soloist for the Troubadours and an active member of the Burnsville Senior Center. Preceded in death by husband, Robert M. Survived by daughters, Diane Krych & husband Dean and Denise Rittenhouse Smith & her husband, John P. Quintana; grandchildren, Justin...

Benjamin A. Mathisen, Sr.

Benjamin A. Mathisen, Sr.

March 26, 2006

Mathisen, Benjamin A., age 81, died March 26, 2006 in Mesa, AZ. He was a summer resident of Lutsen and lived in Roseville. He spent his winters in Mesa. He was born in Lutsen, May 7, 1924 st Sverre and Nellis (Fensted) Mathisen. He attended Lutsen School and graduated from Grand Marais in 1943. He was a veteran of World...

Thomas J. Deanovic

Thomas J. Deanovic

March 26, 2006

in death by siblings, Peter, Mary Kolar, William, Joseph, Nicholas and Lloyd. Survived by wife, Eva; daughter, Peggy (Jeffrey) Skrogstad; grandson, Nicolas; sister- in-law, Mildred Deanovic; nieces and nephews. Services Wed. 11 AM, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 13901 Fairview Dr., Burnsville. Visitation 5-8 PM Tues. at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th & Garrett, Apple Valley, and 1/2 hour before...

Alice M. Ugelstad

Alice M. Ugelstad

March 25, 2006

Ugelstad, Alice M. age 79, of S. Mpls, passed away Saturday after a short illness. Preceded by husband, Edwin, son Bruce and brother Jack. Survived by son, Brian; daughter, Lynette (Tim Beaurline); grandson, Matthew (Kellie) Dzwonkowski; 2 granddaughters, Jennifer Dzwonkowski, Sarah Ugelstad; 3 brothers, Jerry, Larry and James; special family member, Robert Stead; nieces, nephews, an aunt and special friends....

Scott A. Terhune

Scott A. Terhune

March 24, 2006

Terhune, Scott A. Passed away on March 24th at the age of 54. Survived by the loving family that will carry on his “inner Jersey”: wife, Linda; children, Jason and Katie; parents, Joyce and Don; brothers, Blair (Ruth) and Kurt (Daphne); also many extended family members. Scott was a licensed psychologist in private practice in Eagan and Mpls, specializing in...

Donald L. Peterson

Donald L. Peterson

April 30, 2006

Peterson, Donald L., age 56, of Mpls. Survived by daughter, Justine (Terry) Malecha; sons, Reid and Noel Peterson; grandchildren, Karalyn and Colton; sister, Jackie Rue. Memorial service Thursday 11:00 AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation 1/2 hour before service. Interment Ft. Snelling.

Burial Date May 4, 2006

Louise M. Brandt

Louise M. Brandt

April 30, 2006

Louise ?Lucy? M. Brandt, Age 104 of Minneapolis, born January 1, 1902 in Primghar, IA, passed away peacefully April 30, 2006. Louise was a longtime member of both the D.A.V. Auxilliary and Minnehaha United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Robert; grandson, Rob Sarset; 3 sisters; 2 brothers; and son-in-law, C.F. Sarset. Louise is survived by...

Walter F. Gavanda

Walter F. Gavanda

April 26, 2006

Gavanda, Walter F. age 92, of Bloomington, died on April 26. Preceded in death by his wife, Claradonna “Donna”; parents and siblings, Donald, Martin, Frieda and Elsie. Survived by his sister, Margaret Johnson, Bloomington; many nieces and nephews; good friend, Mylah Anderson. Walter was born on Aug. 20, 1913 in Sauk Rapids, MN to Elizabeth & Michael Gavanda. On March...

Oliver Dority

Oliver Dority

April 25, 2006

Oliver Dority Dority, Oliver age 60, of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by wife, Fannie; parents, brothers, sister, and nephew. Survived by children, Oliver Jr. and Veleria Crustchers; stepchildren, Carlos and Tashawndra; best friend, Tashana Brown; brother, Eldra; sisters, Thelma Barnett and Velera Tillman; grandchildren, Takara and Oliver Hughes, great-granddaughter, Ashyia Hughes; many nieces & nephews, great nieces & nephews,...

Fredrick A. Mcgee

Fredrick A. Mcgee

April 22, 2006

McGee, Fredrick A., age 92, of Mpls. Survived by brother, Walter “Pat” (Beverly); sister, Helen Rabey; sister-in-law, Louise McGee; several nieces, nephews, family and friends. Service Wednesday, 11AM, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 28th Ave. & E. 31st St. Visitation 1 hour before service. Interment Lakewood. Memorials to Holy Trinity Lutheran Church.

Burial Date April 26, 2006...

Viola Griffiths

Viola Griffiths

April 20, 2006

Griffiths, Viola, on April 20, 2006 Viola went home to meet her gracious Lord and Savior at the age of 91. She was a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Viola is survived by son, Thomas Griffiths; and daughter, Nancy Lake; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren. Especially when the flowers bloom and the smell of fresh baked bread fills the air,...

Raymond W. Sheatsley

Raymond W. Sheatsley

April 19, 2006

Sheatsley, Raymond W., age 86, of Mpls. Survived by wife, Hertha; son, James (Sandy); daughters, Gretchen (Richard) Peik, Barbara (Pete) Malamen and Nancy (Terry) McCormick; 10 grandchildren; 2 great-grandsons. Memorial service Saturday, 1:30 PM at Augustana Apts Auditorium, 1509 10th Ave. S. Memorials to Augustana Health Care Center, Faith Lutheran Church or Heifer Int’l.

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Edna L. Johnson

Edna L. Johnson

April 17, 2006

Johnson, Edna L., age 93 of S. Mpls. Preceded by husband, Clarence and sisters, Violet, Florence, Marie and Grace. Survived by daughters, Beverly (Chuck) and Lavonne; grandchildren, Wendy (Kevin), Peter (Lisa) and David (Shirley); great-grandchildren, Justin, Haley, Shana; sister, Ethel; many nieces & nephews. Service Saturday, 11 AM, St. Peder’s Lutheran Church, 4600 E. 42nd St. Visitation Fri., 5-8 PM...

Florence Irene Anderson

Florence Irene Anderson

April 12, 2006

Anderson, Florence I., age 89, of S. Mpls. Preceded by 5 brothers. Survived by loving husband of 58 years, Bert; children, Gaye Biros and fiancee, Glen Schlichte, Van (Judy) Anderson; grandchildren, Andy (Kelly) Biros, Becky (Nick) Sirek, Angela and Lauren Anderson; many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Monday, 7 PM, Lake Nokomis Presbyterian Church, 1620 E. 46th St. with visitation...

Virginia Heigl

Virginia Heigl

April 12, 2006

Heigl, Virginia age 75, of Rosemount, formerly of Bloomington, passed away Wednesday night after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by husband, Edward; daughter, Susan Elaine and brother, Richard Southgate. Survived by children, Patricia Varble, Edward (Tammy) and Mary Weaver; 6 grandchildren, Nathan, Alex, Amber, Dillon, Holly and Kiersten; 1 great-granddaughter, Shayla; nieces, nephews and friends. We love you, Mom,...

Marvin Leonard Robertson

Marvin Leonard Robertson

April 9, 2006

Robertson, Marvin Leonard age 79, of Crosslake, MN, died in Mesa, AZ, 6 days before his 80th birthday. He was the much-loved husband of Phyllis, for 59 1/2 years; father of Sue Niznick (Frank), Dave Robertson (Pam), Doug Robertson (Laurie) and Larry Robertson (Jean); grandfather to 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He graduated from South High School in June 1944....

Kristine Susan Erickson

Kristine Susan Erickson

April 8, 2006

Kristine Susan Erickson, age 32 of Burnsville, born April 30, 1973 in Minneapolis, passed away April 8, 2006. She attended day activities at ProAct for 12 years. Kristine is survived by her parents, Chuck and Sue Erickson; sister, Kathy Erickson; grandmother, Helen Sjodahl; several aunts; uncles; cousins; family and friends. Special thanks to her dear friends LeeAnn Hendrickson and Pat...

Alice Evelyn Fransen

Alice Evelyn Fransen

April 6, 2006

FRANSEN, Alice Evelyn (Bjorklund), age 89 of Mpls., passed away April 6, 2006 at Walker Methodist Senior Center. Alice and husband, Gust, owned and operated Fransen’s Grocery store at 45th & Minnehaha Ave. in S. Mpls., which later became Fransen’s Nursey and Garden Store. After Gust passed away in 1975, Alice began a 25 yr. career at Bachman’s on Lyndale...

Genevieve I. Holten

Genevieve I. Holten

April 1, 2006

Holten (Linse), Genevieve I. age 91, of Apple Valley, passed away peacefully on April 1. Preceded in death by first husband, Harold; second husband, Lawrence “Bud” Linse; 2 brothers; daughter, Kathy Hanna; and son, Bruce Holten. Survived by son, Jeff (Kitty) Holten; 3 stepdaughters, Judy Linse, Margaret (Roman) Heyne and Ruth (Lou) Farina; 9 grandchildren, Lee, Susan, Nick, Kristen, Bethany,...

Florence E. "Oma" Miller

Florence E. "Oma" Miller

March 31, 2006

Florence E. “Oma” Miller, age 94 of Minneapolis, born November 24, 1911 in Sibley, IA to August and Gertrude Koopman, passed away March 31, 2006 in Apple Valley. She is preceded in death by her husband, Nicholas J.; son, John Reinboldt and ten brothers and sisters. Florence was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister and will be missed by...

June M. Rittenhouse

June M. Rittenhouse

March 31, 2006

Rittenhouse, June M. age 81, of Burnsville. Member of the Eastern Star, White Shrine and Amaranth. She was also a soloist for the Troubadours and an active member of the Burnsville Senior Center. Preceded in death by husband, Robert M. Survived by daughters, Diane Krych & husband Dean and Denise Rittenhouse Smith & her husband, John P. Quintana; grandchildren, Justin...

Benjamin A. Mathisen, Sr.

Benjamin A. Mathisen, Sr.

March 26, 2006

Mathisen, Benjamin A., age 81, died March 26, 2006 in Mesa, AZ. He was a summer resident of Lutsen and lived in Roseville. He spent his winters in Mesa. He was born in Lutsen, May 7, 1924 st Sverre and Nellis (Fensted) Mathisen. He attended Lutsen School and graduated from Grand Marais in 1943. He was a veteran of World...

Thomas J. Deanovic

Thomas J. Deanovic

March 26, 2006

in death by siblings, Peter, Mary Kolar, William, Joseph, Nicholas and Lloyd. Survived by wife, Eva; daughter, Peggy (Jeffrey) Skrogstad; grandson, Nicolas; sister- in-law, Mildred Deanovic; nieces and nephews. Services Wed. 11 AM, Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 13901 Fairview Dr., Burnsville. Visitation 5-8 PM Tues. at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 147th & Garrett, Apple Valley, and 1/2 hour before...

Alice M. Ugelstad

Alice M. Ugelstad

March 25, 2006

Ugelstad, Alice M. age 79, of S. Mpls, passed away Saturday after a short illness. Preceded by husband, Edwin, son Bruce and brother Jack. Survived by son, Brian; daughter, Lynette (Tim Beaurline); grandson, Matthew (Kellie) Dzwonkowski; 2 granddaughters, Jennifer Dzwonkowski, Sarah Ugelstad; 3 brothers, Jerry, Larry and James; special family member, Robert Stead; nieces, nephews, an aunt and special friends....

Scott A. Terhune

Scott A. Terhune

March 24, 2006

Terhune, Scott A. Passed away on March 24th at the age of 54. Survived by the loving family that will carry on his “inner Jersey”: wife, Linda; children, Jason and Katie; parents, Joyce and Don; brothers, Blair (Ruth) and Kurt (Daphne); also many extended family members. Scott was a licensed psychologist in private practice in Eagan and Mpls, specializing in...

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