Obituaries

Gregory J. Jackson

Gregory J. Jackson

Jan 14, 2025

Gregory James Jackson, born on August 27, 1965, in St. Paul, Minnesota, found everlasting peace on January 14th, 2025, after a four-year battle with kidney cancer.

Gregg was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was a shining light and the living embodiment of the word strength to all those he loved. This showed throughout his illness as he taught...

Jo Frogh

Jo Frogh

Jan 9, 2025

Joan (Jo) Theresa Frogh, age 91, of Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 9, 2025. She was born on March 25, 1933, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the daughter of Bernard and Matilda (Tillie) (Hallman) Selinske.  Jo graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in St Paul. She married Donald Frogh and together, they raised their three children...

Norma Jeanne Munson

Norma Jeanne Munson

Jan 9, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of an extraordinary woman, Norma Jeanne Munson, who was born on January 6, 1943, and peacefully departed this world on January 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Norma’s life was a testament to her love for family, faith, and adventure. Born and raised on a farm in Ham Lake, Minnesota, with her siblings...

Marlys Anne Walker

Marlys Anne Walker

Jan 9, 2025

Marlys Walker, age 90, of Wyoming, MN, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Anna Patet, brother, Richard Patet; George Walker, and Cheryl Gackstetter.

Marlys will be lovingly remembered by her children, Julie (Dave Douglas) Lucking, Wayne Rhoades Jr., Deanna Schnedecker, and Jeff (Cathy) Walker; grandchildren, Amy (Nathan) Koska, Shawn Lindl,...

Christopher Ryan Schlemmer

Christopher Ryan Schlemmer

Jan 8, 2025

Christopher Ryan Schlemmer, beloved son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, surrounded by the family who meant everything to him. Born on April 20, 2013, in Maplewood, Minnesota, Christopher entered the world with a purpose: to live a life full of joy, courage, and love, no matter the challenges he faced.

Diagnosed with Congenital Disorder...

Steve Burdine

Steve Burdine

Jan 8, 2025

Samuel Stephen Burdine, lovingly known as “Steve,” age 75, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, following a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma.

Steve was born on February 17, 1949, in Decatur, Illinois, to Samuel and Dorothy (Van Tries) Burdine Jr. A proud graduate of MacArthur High School’s Class of 1967, Steve began a remarkable career in...

Cheryl Ann Westlund

Cheryl Ann Westlund

Jan 8, 2025

Cheryl Ann Westlund, age 67, of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 8, 2025. She was born on June 17, 1957 and was known for her warmth, generosity, and the undeniably loving spirit she brought into the world. She grew up in White Bear Lake and moved to Stacy, where she graduated from North Branch High...

Wanda June Luther

Wanda June Luther

Jan 8, 2025

Wanda June Luther (née Lau) June 16, 1937 – January 8, 2025

Wanda June Luther, born June 16, 1937, was one of ten children born (in the family home) to Dorothea and Clinton Lau. Growing up in Northeast Iowa, she had three sisters and six brothers. Wanda cherished her large family, enjoying annual gatherings at Grandma and Grandpa’s house. These occasions...

Tammy J. Jackman

Tammy J. Jackman

Jan 7, 2025

Tammy Jo Jackman, age 63, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday morning January 7, 2025.

Tammy was born October 13, 1961, in Stillwater, Minnesota. She grew up going to Houlton and Hudson, Wisconsin schools. She married John Jackman at age 18. They then had three children, Casey in 1981, Elizabeth in 1986, and David in 1987. The family lived...

William A. Abler

William A. Abler

Jan 4, 2025

William A. Abler (Bill or Tater), age 52, of North Branch passed away on January 4, 2025, surrounded by his family and friends.  Bill was a devoted father, coach, partner and friend. He was known for his big heart, strong will and passion for helping anyone and everyone. There was no project, craft or recipe Bill could not do.  He...

Wayne Schmitt

Wayne Schmitt

Jan 3, 2025

On December 29, 1939 Wayne Elmer Schmitt came into this world on the family farm in Pottawattamie County Iowa, just outside the village of Hancock, Iowa. He started his education in a one room schoolhouse 2 miles from home. He attended 4th-11th grade at the Hancock School, and graduated from Avoca High School in Avoca, Iowa.

Wayne loved to learn and...

Michael B. Johnson

Michael B. Johnson

Jan 2, 2025

Michael Boyd Johnson, age 79, of Harris, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Michael was born on March 14, 1945, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the cherished only child of Boyd and Dolores (Wallraff) Johnson.

Raised in Shoreview, Minnesota, Michael graduated from Cretin High School, Class of 1963. He later pursued his passion for electricity, becoming an electrician and...

Daniel Joseph Bialon

Daniel Joseph Bialon

Dec 30, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel Bialon, beloved father, husband, brother, and grandfather, on December 30th at the age of 79. He passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by family.

Survived by wife, Angie; daughters, Allie Bialon, Michaele Bialon; siblings, Dick (Barb) Bialon, Barb (Jim) Strilich, Rob (Marianne) Bialon; grandchildren, Hudson & Pascale; cousins,...

Michael J. Schwantes

Michael J. Schwantes

Dec 28, 2024

Michael "Mike" Schwantes

Age 80, of St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 28, 2024, surrounded by those who loved him.

Mike was a man of many talents and a kind soul who touched the lives of all who knew him. A skilled mechanic, he could fix just about anything that came his way. His passion for working with his...

Eugene R. Hansen

Eugene R. Hansen

Dec 23, 2024

Eugene Richard Hansen, age 91, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024. Born on January 15, 1933, in Divide County, North Dakota, he was the son of Arnold and Agnes (Nelson) Hansen.

Eugene's early years were spent in North Dakota. When crop failures forced the sale of the family farm, Eugene's parents moved their family to Hunky...

Scott R. Atwater

Scott R. Atwater

Dec 22, 2024

Scott Robert Atwater, age 62, of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Born on January 16, 1962, in Chisago City, Minnesota, Scott was the beloved son of Vernon and Janet (Swenson) Atwater.

A proud graduate of Chisago Lakes High School, Scott went on to dedicate his career to Gear Grid, where he worked as a powder...

Vona C. Erickson

Vona C. Erickson

Dec 18, 2024

Vona Coral Erickson, age 73, of Ham Lake, Minnesota, died Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Vona had a huge loving heart for all her family and friends. She loved her time with each and everyone of them. From her time playing cards, to cake and cookie making, to her arts and crafts with the grandkids, each moment was filled with love....

Rhoda A. Needham

Rhoda A. Needham

Dec 15, 2024

Rhoda Anne Needham, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on December 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was 75 years old.

Born on January 1, 1949, to William and Lucia Hession, Rhoda was a true New Year's gift to her family. Growing up in Lafayette, Indiana, she was a...

Margaret Gallagher

Margaret Gallagher

Dec 13, 2024

Margaret "Mugs" Gallagher, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 13, 2024. Born April 27, 1927, Margaret lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family. She was 97 years old. Margaret’s life took a pivotal turn when she met Charlie Gallagher, the love of her life. They were united in marriage...

Shirley C. Nerud

Shirley C. Nerud

Dec 10, 2024

“For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.” Shirley Carol Gilcher was born on April 30th, 1944, the daughter of Louis August Gilcher and Marcella (Benke) Gilcher. She was baptized into the family of believers and received the gift of eternal life on May 21st, 1944...