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Eva Helen Evelyn Schave

Eva Helen Evelyn Schave

July 23, 2005

Schave Eva Helen Evelyn, age 96 of Mpls. passed away July 23, 2005. Preceded in death by husband, Ivan H. Schave and son, John Nels Schave. Survived by son, Ted Schave (Helen), Cape Coral , FL; daughter, Rev. Mary A. Schave, Velva, N.D.; 2 grandsons, David (Sarah), Mendota Heights, MN and James (Charleen), Naples, FL; 5 great-grandchildren: Peter, William, Elisabeth,...

Martin L. Christenson

Martin L. Christenson

July 23, 2005

Christenson, Martin L. “Murphy”, age 57, of Apple Valley. Vietnam vet. Survived by wife, Susan; children, Eric, David Billings, Robert (Penny) Billings and Becky (Gary) Braun; 5 grandchildren; parents, Alvin & Dorothy Christenson; sisters, Nancy (Jerry) Buechele and Janet (Terry) Sowinski; brother, Ed (Barbara) Christenson; nieces and nephews. Memorial service Wednesday, 11 AM, Ft. Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel at Historic...

Mimi Tucci

Mimi Tucci

July 22, 2005

Tucci Maureen Mary “Mimi” Tucci (Cordrey), age 54, of Burnsville. Born May 14, 1951, passed away peacefully July 21, 2005 surrounded by family & friends after a 7-year battle with breast cancer. Mimi was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy & Milford Cordrey. Survived by husband, Richard; sons, Brian and Jeffrey; sisters, Kathleen Fleischaker (Michael) and Barb Cordrey; aunt,...

June M. Andersen

June M. Andersen

July 20, 2005

Andersen, June (nee, Christian/Steele) age 83. Preceded in death by first husband Dexter Christian; second husband Jens Andersen. Survived by son Dexter F. (Dori) Christian; daughter, Judy (Tom) Royston; stepchildren, Bob (Ann) Andersen, Don (Therese) Andersen, Steve (Barb) Andersen, LoRene (Steve) Leikind; many grand and great-grandchildren; brother, Richard P. Steele; and many friends. Service Mon. 10:30 a.m. Henry W. Anderson...

Mark E. Theiste

Mark E. Theiste

July 17, 2005

Theiste Mark E., age 37, of Lakeville. President of Lemanix, Inc. Preceded in death by father, Rev. Victor Theiste. Survived by wife, Renee; sons, Samuel and Joseph; mother, Barbara Theiste; siblings, John (Diane), Debbie (Ken) O’Brien, Kathy (John) Kensmoe, Mike (Shelly), and Jenny Kearney; grandmother, Florence Zeman; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Service 11 AM Thursday, Heritage Lutheran Church,...

Marcella L. Burak

Marcella L. Burak

July 13, 2005

Burak, Marcella L., age 79 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Henry; son, Mark; and a brother, Nygaard. Survived by son, Gary (Pam); daughters, Diane (Larry) Holter and Melanie Burak; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; special friends, Ruth and Norma. Service 11 AM, Monday, Catholic Church of the Annunciation, 509 W. 54th St. with visitation Sunday 2-4 PM at...

Dr. Raphael J. "Doc" Hogy

Dr. Raphael J. "Doc" Hogy

July 12, 2005

Raphael J. “Doc” Hogy, age 88 of Minneapolis, born November 25, 1916 in Cyrus, MN, passed away gently July 12, 2005. He was a dentist in Minneapolis until his retirement in 1982. He was an honest and humble man who deeply loved his family, his friends, and God. He is preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie and daughter, Dr....

James E. Sullivan

James E. Sullivan

July 11, 2005

Sullivan, James E., age 85 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 8, 1919 in Albert Lea, passed away July 11, 2005. James was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a pilot of a B-17 and was a P.O.W. for 21 months. He is preceded in death by brother, Jerry, and sisters, Mary Ellen and Patricia. James...

Elsie S. Erickson

Elsie S. Erickson

July 9, 2005

Erickson, Elsie S., age 87, longtime member of Richfield Lutheran Church. Survived by sons, Allan (Elaine) and Kenneth (Patricia); 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lorraine Bostrom. Service Wednesday 10AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation 1/2 hour prior to service. Interment Lakewood.

Burial Date July 13, 2005

Les E. Lawson, Ii

Les E. Lawson, Ii

July 8, 2005

Les E. Lawson II

Lawson Les E. II, age 40, of Lakeville, died unexpectedly on July 8. Survived by wife of 14 years, Janette; stepson, David Hernandez; children, Dalton, Madison and Chad; parents, Les & Earlene Lawson; brother, David (Becky); sisters, Ladeena (Tim) Ford, Denise (Bob) Richardson, DeeAnn (Justin) Graffigna; 2 sisters- in-law, Julianne (Rick) Martyn, Sharon (Steve) Sullivan; 3 brothers-...

James O. Melbey

James O. Melbey

July 6, 2005

Melbye, James O., age 96 of Mpls., passed away July 6, 2005. Preceded in death by son, Thomas. Survived by wife of 63 years, Ardis; daughter-in-law, Rosario; granddaughters, Eva and Nadia. Graveside service Tuesday, 10:15 AM, Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Assembly area #4.

Burial Date July 12, 2005

Margaret D. Olsen

Margaret D. Olsen

July 5, 2005

Olsen, Margaret D., age 95, lifelong resident of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by sister, Agnes and brother, Maynard. Survived by nephews, Paul H. and Gerald M. Olsen; niece, Marilyn J. Samuelson & their families. 38 year employee of Blue Cross Blue Shield. Member of the Kingsbury Singers, the Gould Banjo Band, an active member of the Park Avenue Senior...

Leonard C. Franson

Leonard C. Franson

July 4, 2005

Leonard C. Franson, April 25, 1913-July 4, 2005. Leonard C. Franson died at age 92 in Burnsville. Mr. Franson was born in Mpls. to Herman and Clara (Gustafson) Franson. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret. Survivors include stepchildren, John Granoien of Jupiter, Fl and Julie Lange of Sequim, WA; his sister, Gladys Peterson; nephews, David Duede, Charles Duede, Paul...

Ida O. Johnsrud

Ida O. Johnsrud

July 3, 2005

Ida O. Johnsrud, age 96 of Minneapolis, died peacefully on Sun. 7/3/05. Preceded in death by husband Newman. Survived by daughter Harriet (Erling) Hundere; grandchildren; Linda Hundere; Diane (David) Agren; great-grandson, Bryan Hundere; brother, Arthur Holter. Service Fri. 11 a.m., Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation 1 hour prior. Interment Sunset Cemetery.

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William J. Rucinski

William J. Rucinski

June 22, 2005

William J. Rucinski, age 90, of Burnsville, formerly of Mpls. Lifetime member of Fred Babcock VFW #5555. Survived by wife, Ruth; children, James (Susan), Linda and John; grandchildren, Alison (Geoff), Amy, Erica, Jennifer (Roger) and Beth (Matt); great-grandchildren, Dylan, Taylor and Angela; sister, Roseline Pepper. Memorial service Monday, 2PM, Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Ave. S., Mpls. Interment Ft....

Frankie Lee Hosking

Frankie Lee Hosking

June 16, 2005

Frankie L. Hosking. Loving wife, mother and grandmother sadly passed away on June 16, 2005, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Minneapolis on August 21, 1948, she was raised in Coon Rapids where she graduated in 1966. She fell in love and married on December 16, 1967. After living briefly in New York and Wisconsin, she and her husband...

Ronald Wayne Wilkinson

Ronald Wayne Wilkinson

June 14, 2005

Wilkinson Ronald Wayne Wilkinson, age 64, of Savage, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2005 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. Born on June 16, 1940, in Toulon, Illinois, Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Lucille. He is survived by his wife, Mary; daughter,...

Karen J. Rasmussen

Karen J. Rasmussen

June 13, 2005

Karen J. Rasmussen, age 73. Survived by special friends, Dee Dee & Jim Tennison, Dean & Carrie, Dylan & Karlie Tennison, Lisa & Steve, Katlyn & Megan Ocel; cousins, second cousins & friends. Service Friday, 2:00 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Willmar. Memorials preferred to Allina Hospice or Little...

Timothy D. Combs

Timothy D. Combs

June 8, 2005

Timothy D. Combs, Age 38 of Burnsville, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2005. He is preceded in death by his parents. Timothy is survived by his wife, Teresa; son, Trevor; daughter, Kaitlin; step-daughters, Kaitlyn and Brittany; brother, Tom Combs; half brother, Ron; half sister, Helena Vigham; inlaws, Arlette & Emmett Dohney; sisters-in-law: Mary (Chris) Thorson, Tracy Emsley and Roberta...

Agnes "Nancy" Anderson

Agnes "Nancy" Anderson

June 7, 2005

Anderson Agnes “Nancy” born 7/13/1903, died 6/7/2005 at the age of 101. Preceded in death by husband, Erick. Member of Hope Lutheran Church since 1923. Survived by son, E. Wallace (Shirley) Anderson, daughters, Nancy Fincham and Sonja (Gerald) Sorenson; 8 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; relatives and friends. Service Saturday, 10:30 AM, Hope Lutheran Church, 58th St and Cedar Ave. Interment...

Eva Helen Evelyn Schave

Eva Helen Evelyn Schave

July 23, 2005

Schave Eva Helen Evelyn, age 96 of Mpls. passed away July 23, 2005. Preceded in death by husband, Ivan H. Schave and son, John Nels Schave. Survived by son, Ted Schave (Helen), Cape Coral , FL; daughter, Rev. Mary A. Schave, Velva, N.D.; 2 grandsons, David (Sarah), Mendota Heights, MN and James (Charleen), Naples, FL; 5 great-grandchildren: Peter, William, Elisabeth,...

Martin L. Christenson

Martin L. Christenson

July 23, 2005

Christenson, Martin L. “Murphy”, age 57, of Apple Valley. Vietnam vet. Survived by wife, Susan; children, Eric, David Billings, Robert (Penny) Billings and Becky (Gary) Braun; 5 grandchildren; parents, Alvin & Dorothy Christenson; sisters, Nancy (Jerry) Buechele and Janet (Terry) Sowinski; brother, Ed (Barbara) Christenson; nieces and nephews. Memorial service Wednesday, 11 AM, Ft. Snelling Veterans Memorial Chapel at Historic...

Mimi Tucci

Mimi Tucci

July 22, 2005

Tucci Maureen Mary “Mimi” Tucci (Cordrey), age 54, of Burnsville. Born May 14, 1951, passed away peacefully July 21, 2005 surrounded by family & friends after a 7-year battle with breast cancer. Mimi was preceded in death by her parents, Dorothy & Milford Cordrey. Survived by husband, Richard; sons, Brian and Jeffrey; sisters, Kathleen Fleischaker (Michael) and Barb Cordrey; aunt,...

June M. Andersen

June M. Andersen

July 20, 2005

Andersen, June (nee, Christian/Steele) age 83. Preceded in death by first husband Dexter Christian; second husband Jens Andersen. Survived by son Dexter F. (Dori) Christian; daughter, Judy (Tom) Royston; stepchildren, Bob (Ann) Andersen, Don (Therese) Andersen, Steve (Barb) Andersen, LoRene (Steve) Leikind; many grand and great-grandchildren; brother, Richard P. Steele; and many friends. Service Mon. 10:30 a.m. Henry W. Anderson...

Mark E. Theiste

Mark E. Theiste

July 17, 2005

Theiste Mark E., age 37, of Lakeville. President of Lemanix, Inc. Preceded in death by father, Rev. Victor Theiste. Survived by wife, Renee; sons, Samuel and Joseph; mother, Barbara Theiste; siblings, John (Diane), Debbie (Ken) O’Brien, Kathy (John) Kensmoe, Mike (Shelly), and Jenny Kearney; grandmother, Florence Zeman; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Service 11 AM Thursday, Heritage Lutheran Church,...

Marcella L. Burak

Marcella L. Burak

July 13, 2005

Burak, Marcella L., age 79 of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Henry; son, Mark; and a brother, Nygaard. Survived by son, Gary (Pam); daughters, Diane (Larry) Holter and Melanie Burak; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; special friends, Ruth and Norma. Service 11 AM, Monday, Catholic Church of the Annunciation, 509 W. 54th St. with visitation Sunday 2-4 PM at...

Dr. Raphael J. "Doc" Hogy

Dr. Raphael J. "Doc" Hogy

July 12, 2005

Raphael J. “Doc” Hogy, age 88 of Minneapolis, born November 25, 1916 in Cyrus, MN, passed away gently July 12, 2005. He was a dentist in Minneapolis until his retirement in 1982. He was an honest and humble man who deeply loved his family, his friends, and God. He is preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie and daughter, Dr....

James E. Sullivan

James E. Sullivan

July 11, 2005

Sullivan, James E., age 85 of Minneapolis, born Nov. 8, 1919 in Albert Lea, passed away July 11, 2005. James was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps as a pilot of a B-17 and was a P.O.W. for 21 months. He is preceded in death by brother, Jerry, and sisters, Mary Ellen and Patricia. James...

Elsie S. Erickson

Elsie S. Erickson

July 9, 2005

Erickson, Elsie S., age 87, longtime member of Richfield Lutheran Church. Survived by sons, Allan (Elaine) and Kenneth (Patricia); 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lorraine Bostrom. Service Wednesday 10AM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation 1/2 hour prior to service. Interment Lakewood.

Burial Date July 13, 2005

Les E. Lawson, Ii

Les E. Lawson, Ii

July 8, 2005

Les E. Lawson II

Lawson Les E. II, age 40, of Lakeville, died unexpectedly on July 8. Survived by wife of 14 years, Janette; stepson, David Hernandez; children, Dalton, Madison and Chad; parents, Les & Earlene Lawson; brother, David (Becky); sisters, Ladeena (Tim) Ford, Denise (Bob) Richardson, DeeAnn (Justin) Graffigna; 2 sisters- in-law, Julianne (Rick) Martyn, Sharon (Steve) Sullivan; 3 brothers-...

James O. Melbey

James O. Melbey

July 6, 2005

Melbye, James O., age 96 of Mpls., passed away July 6, 2005. Preceded in death by son, Thomas. Survived by wife of 63 years, Ardis; daughter-in-law, Rosario; granddaughters, Eva and Nadia. Graveside service Tuesday, 10:15 AM, Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Assembly area #4.

Burial Date July 12, 2005

Margaret D. Olsen

Margaret D. Olsen

July 5, 2005

Olsen, Margaret D., age 95, lifelong resident of S. Mpls. Preceded in death by sister, Agnes and brother, Maynard. Survived by nephews, Paul H. and Gerald M. Olsen; niece, Marilyn J. Samuelson & their families. 38 year employee of Blue Cross Blue Shield. Member of the Kingsbury Singers, the Gould Banjo Band, an active member of the Park Avenue Senior...

Leonard C. Franson

Leonard C. Franson

July 4, 2005

Leonard C. Franson, April 25, 1913-July 4, 2005. Leonard C. Franson died at age 92 in Burnsville. Mr. Franson was born in Mpls. to Herman and Clara (Gustafson) Franson. He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret. Survivors include stepchildren, John Granoien of Jupiter, Fl and Julie Lange of Sequim, WA; his sister, Gladys Peterson; nephews, David Duede, Charles Duede, Paul...

Ida O. Johnsrud

Ida O. Johnsrud

July 3, 2005

Ida O. Johnsrud, age 96 of Minneapolis, died peacefully on Sun. 7/3/05. Preceded in death by husband Newman. Survived by daughter Harriet (Erling) Hundere; grandchildren; Linda Hundere; Diane (David) Agren; great-grandson, Bryan Hundere; brother, Arthur Holter. Service Fri. 11 a.m., Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation 1 hour prior. Interment Sunset Cemetery.

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William J. Rucinski

William J. Rucinski

June 22, 2005

William J. Rucinski, age 90, of Burnsville, formerly of Mpls. Lifetime member of Fred Babcock VFW #5555. Survived by wife, Ruth; children, James (Susan), Linda and John; grandchildren, Alison (Geoff), Amy, Erica, Jennifer (Roger) and Beth (Matt); great-grandchildren, Dylan, Taylor and Angela; sister, Roseline Pepper. Memorial service Monday, 2PM, Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Ave. S., Mpls. Interment Ft....

Frankie Lee Hosking

Frankie Lee Hosking

June 16, 2005

Frankie L. Hosking. Loving wife, mother and grandmother sadly passed away on June 16, 2005, surrounded by family and friends. Born in Minneapolis on August 21, 1948, she was raised in Coon Rapids where she graduated in 1966. She fell in love and married on December 16, 1967. After living briefly in New York and Wisconsin, she and her husband...

Ronald Wayne Wilkinson

Ronald Wayne Wilkinson

June 14, 2005

Wilkinson Ronald Wayne Wilkinson, age 64, of Savage, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2005 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his family who loved him dearly. Born on June 16, 1940, in Toulon, Illinois, Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Lucille. He is survived by his wife, Mary; daughter,...

Karen J. Rasmussen

Karen J. Rasmussen

June 13, 2005

Karen J. Rasmussen, age 73. Survived by special friends, Dee Dee & Jim Tennison, Dean & Carrie, Dylan & Karlie Tennison, Lisa & Steve, Katlyn & Megan Ocel; cousins, second cousins & friends. Service Friday, 2:00 PM, Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave. S. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Willmar. Memorials preferred to Allina Hospice or Little...

Timothy D. Combs

Timothy D. Combs

June 8, 2005

Timothy D. Combs, Age 38 of Burnsville, passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2005. He is preceded in death by his parents. Timothy is survived by his wife, Teresa; son, Trevor; daughter, Kaitlin; step-daughters, Kaitlyn and Brittany; brother, Tom Combs; half brother, Ron; half sister, Helena Vigham; inlaws, Arlette & Emmett Dohney; sisters-in-law: Mary (Chris) Thorson, Tracy Emsley and Roberta...

Agnes "Nancy" Anderson

Agnes "Nancy" Anderson

June 7, 2005

Anderson Agnes “Nancy” born 7/13/1903, died 6/7/2005 at the age of 101. Preceded in death by husband, Erick. Member of Hope Lutheran Church since 1923. Survived by son, E. Wallace (Shirley) Anderson, daughters, Nancy Fincham and Sonja (Gerald) Sorenson; 8 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; relatives and friends. Service Saturday, 10:30 AM, Hope Lutheran Church, 58th St and Cedar Ave. Interment...

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