Obituaries

Mary Janece Beyer

Mary Janece Beyer

May 11, 2017

Mary Janece Beyer, age 74, of Hilltop, passed away peacefully at home on May 11, 2017. Preceded in death by parents Daniel and Muriel McNulty Noonan. Mary is survived by her 5 sons, Daniel Tracy, Dean Jr. Michelle, Donald Rachel, Dennis, Valjean Popowski Jr., 7 grandchildren, Richard, Haley Nick Moore, Amber Tony Miller, Valjean III, Nathan, Nicole and Emily, 2...

Mary R. Stopka

Mary R. Stopka

May 6, 2017

Stopka, Mary, age 60 of Blaine, formerly of Fridley, passed away on May 6, 2017. Mary graduated from Spring Lake Park High School in 1974. She is preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Erdie Stopka. Survived by siblings, Paul Stopka, Teresa Jack Lewis and Gerry Kim Stopka; many nieces and nephews; and grand nieces and nephews. Special thanks...

Denise Phyllis Matrious

Denise Phyllis Matrious

May 6, 2017

Denise Brunn Matrious passed away unexpectedly at the age of 62 on May 6th. She was loved by all that knew her & will be missed. Denise is preceded in death by mother Phyllis & husband Wayne. She is survived by son, Travis Bonnie; father, Norman; brothers, Chip LuAnn, Gary Mary, Wayne Mary, Bill Carol & many friends and family...

Linda Leight

Linda Leight

Apr 2, 2017

Leight, Linda, age 64 of New Brighton, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in Fort Myers, FL, on April 2, 2017. She ended her 3 year battle with ALS with the same smile she will always be remembered for. She touched the hearts of everyone she met with her unconditional love. Linda ran the kitchen at Pinewood Elementary for over...

Joan Marie Leonard

Joan Marie Leonard

Apr 1, 2017

Leonard, Joan M. age 78 of Fridley was born June 11, 1938 and passed away April 1, 2017. Survived by husband, Thomas Leonard. A visitation will be held Thursday 6-8 pm at Choice Cremation, 7398 University Ave. NE, Fridley 763-571-5030. www.choicecremation.com

James  Andrew Nelson

James Andrew Nelson

Mar 30, 2017

James Andrew Nelson, Age 72 of Motley, died unexpectedly on March 30, 2017.

Bill J. Forster

Bill J. Forster

Mar 24, 2017

Bill J. Forster, age 78, of Fridley, passed away on March 24, 2017. William Joseph Forster was born in Alta Vista Iowa on January 23rd 1939. He graduated from Alta Vista high school in 1957 and attended college at Wartburg, Macphail Music, and the University of Minnesota. He worked as an engineer, designer and sales consultant for Onan Corporation and...

Marlene Adams

Marlene Adams

Mar 23, 2017

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Lawrence Caleb Farmer

Lawrence Caleb Farmer

Mar 20, 2017

Farmer, Lawrence C. age 81 of Fridley. USMC Veteran. Preceded in death by parents, Lawrence & Helen Farmer; sister, Susan; companions, Wrinkles, Winkles II and Rusty. Survived by brother, John Farmer; wonderful friend and significant other, Wendy Hanson. Larry was an avid Trout Fisherman and was an elite marathoner throughout his life. Graveside services at Ft. Snelling are pending. www.choicecremation.com

Russell James Wirtz

Russell James Wirtz

Mar 20, 2017

Russell "Rusty" "Wild Man" Age 61 of Hinckley, formerly of St. Paul on March 20, 2017, his best friend & sister's birthday. Beloved father of Catherine Tim Trenter, Albert Benjamin II Jenna Lee, Charlotte Tony Sanderson, Carla Lucas Larson; grandchildren Alexandria, Ian, Isis, Derek, Caleb, Evan, Elizabeth; brother of Carl, Arnie Ginger, Sue Ed. Preceded in death by parents Albert...

Judy  Mccutchen

Judy Mccutchen

Mar 16, 2017

Judy McCutchen, age 70 of Maplewood, died on Thursday afternoon, March 16, 2017 at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury, Minnesota. She was a resident of Century Trails in Maplewood. Judy loved playing cards with family and friends. She had a regular cribbage match with others in her building. She enjoyed being a favorite grandma. Judy loved the bright lights of Las...

James O'Brien Ball

James O'Brien Ball

Feb 25, 2017

Ball, James O'Brien, age 73 of Brooklyn Park. Preceded in death by parents, Loretta & Al; granddaughter, Riley; sister, Joan; brothers, Charles & Tom. Survived by loving wife of 52 years, Florence; sons, James Michelle, John Jessica; grandchildren, Vinny & Valentine; also many nieces & nephews.

Terry  Michael  Goettl

Terry Michael Goettl

Feb 16, 2017

Terry Goettl, age 59, died Thursday February 16, 2017 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital.

Juanita Dottie Cobb

Juanita Dottie Cobb

Feb 12, 2017

Juanita Dottie Cobb, age 100, entered fully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on February 12th, 2017. She is survived by her siblings, Mary Anderson of Des Moines, IA, and Richard Kay of Conti Basin, AZ; her children, Sheri Mike Cord of Urbandale, IA, and Marjorie Gary Velishek of Fridley, MN; her five grandchildren, Daun Van Caldwell, Troy...

Judith A. Jankord

Judith A. Jankord

Feb 11, 2017

Judith was born December 7, 1935 in Minneapolis to William and Laura Stickney and died on February 11, 2017 in South St. Paul.

Donald J Krieger

Donald J Krieger

Feb 11, 2017

Donald Krieger, age 45, passed away February 11, 2017.

Marilyn Ann Severson

Marilyn Ann Severson

Feb 8, 2017

Severson, Marilyn A. age 67, of Fridley. Survived by husband, Frank; children, Marc Sara, Matt Becky; 5 grandchildren; sisters, Marie Dennis Skagston, Marlys Santwire. Mass of Christain Burial Friday 10 AM, with visitation one hour prior at the Church of St. William, 6120 5th St NE, Fridley. Private interment. www.millerfuneralfridley.com

Lenore C. Eilers

Lenore C. Eilers

Feb 7, 2017

Peacefully passed away on February 7, 2017. Preceded in death by parents Herman & Pauline Eilers; sisters, Lois Tetrault & Kathleen Oleen and brother Wallace James Eilers. Survived by 8 nieces & nephews and numerous great-nieces & great- nephews. She was an avid golfer & Vikings fan and enjoyed a good game of cards and time spent with family &...

Larry  Axtell

Larry Axtell

Feb 2, 2017

Larry Axtell, age 57 of Saint Paul died Thursday February 2, 2017 at Regions Hospital. Larry Leith Axtell was born September 12, 1959 in St. Paul the son of Donald & Dorothy Axtell.