Minnesota Star Tribune

1931 - 2026

95, of Rogers, MN, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born April 25, 1931, in Moorhead, MN. Donna lived a long and meaningful life devoted to family, faith, friendship, and service to others. She was the beloved daughter of Morrel and Thelma Quam. Donna married the love of her life, Robert Reinking, on January 20,...

Michael Arlett Obituary

Bloomington

Age 88. Deeply missed by loving wife, Joyce; children, Terri Westberg, Michael (Dawn) Arlett, Kelly Arlett; 6 grandchildren; including special granddaughter, Cindy Dehkes, & 7 great-grandchildren. He was a great role model, was loved by all and will be deeply missed.
Private family services were held with interment at Bloomington...

Opal Patricia Baker Obituary

Argyle, TX

Opal Patricia Baker, age 80, passed away peacefully in Argyle, TX on May 8,2026.
Opal lived a life marked by intelligence, generosity, and a deep love for her family and friends. She earned her master's degree in mathematics from Louisiana State University and built a successful professional career working with Marsh, A&A, and Medtronic. Throughout her...

Rita Beckman (Loiselle) Obituary

Grand Marais

of Grand Marais, passed away on January 8, 2026. Please join us to honor Rita's life on Friday, May 29, 2026 at St. Benedict Catholic Church in Duluth. Visitation starts at 10am, funeral services at 11am, with interment at Calvary Cemetery and a luncheon to follow at Grandma's in Canal Park. A more informal Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, May...

Gerry Rose Bergeron Obituary

Brooklyn Park

Age 87 of Brooklyn Park, MN, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2026. Preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Irene Meierhofer; sister, Aloha (Al) DeMorett; husband, Jay Bergeron; daughter, Janice Bergeron Swanson. Survived by her brother, Wally (Judy) Meierhofer; her children Michele (Brent) Van Lith and Jim (Teri) Bergeron; grandchildren, Lindsay Van Lith...

Mary Joan Bistram (Roberts) Obituary

Fridley

age 94, of Fridley passed peacefully with her children at her side on April 29, 2026. Preceded in death by parents, Bill and Mildred, sister, Pat, and husband of 65 years, Martin (Marty). With sincere humor, all her children would say that Mary loved order, following
rules, numbers, and believed everything had its place. Numbers were meant to add up,...

Brett Michael Blackburn Obituary

1979 - 2025

Edina

Brett M. Blackburn, 46, unexpectedly died on December 8, 2025, in Basalt, Colorado – he was born in Minneapolis on July 13, 1979. Memorial service will be held on Friday, June 5, at 12:30PM with visitation beginning at Noon at Lakewood Memorial Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis with a reception following. Contributions are welcomed to The...

Robert George Bolling Obituary

1949 - 2026

Minnetonka

Bob was born on Feb 17, 1949, and passed away on April 25, 2026. Drafted into the US Army in 1969, he spent a year in the combat zones of Vietnam. Soon after his return home, he and his wife had a daughter, Genevieve. In the early '70s this self-taught businessman began his own business, setting the stage for a lifetime of hard work & success. He found joy...

Donna Brengman (Regan) Obituary

Hillman

Age 71, of Hillman, formerly of Chaska. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 11:00 AM with family receiving friends 10:00 - 11:00 AM at St. Victoria Catholic Cemetery, 8228 Victoria Drive, Victoria. Inurnment at St. Victoria Catholic Cemetery, Victoria, MN. Preceded in death by her son, Matthew. Survivors include her loving husband of 51...

Joyce Elaine Briggs Obituary

1939 - 2026

St, Paul

Joyce Elaine Briggs (Tornow), 86, of St Paul, MN, passed away on April 24, 2026.
Born July 27, 1939, in Sioux Falls, SD, Joyce dedicated her life to family, community service, and volunteerism. She worked as an accountant and business manager throughout her career and proudly served in the U.S. Peace Corps in the Czech Republic.
Joyce was preceded in death by...

Christopher Patrick Brossart Obituary

1983 - 2026

New Brighton

Age 43 of New Brighton. Passed away on 14May26 after a year-long heroic battle with cancer. Chris was born on 09Jan83. He was a wonderful man. Survived by his wife, Abby; children, Mira, Vaughn, Luna; parents, John and Margaret; siblings, Matthew and Tricia; and oodles of adoring nieces, nephews, cousins, church members, and military service family. Service...

Jean M. Bucksa Obituary

New Brighton

Age 82 of New Brighton, MN, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026. Preceded in death by son, Jon Bucksa; siblings, Donald Tomisak & Gayle Rasmussen. Survived by loving husband of 58 years, Gerald; daughter, Jennifer (Todd) and their children, Sophie & Grace; daughter-in-law, Amie and her children, Gabriella & Blaisden; son, Jared (Alecia) and their children,...

Ronald Bygness (Rosy) Obituary

Mpls

Ron "Rosy" Bygness, Minneapolis, passed away November 13, 2025 at age 74. Born and raised in Iowa, after graduating from St. Olaf in 1973, he became a true Minnesotan working as a teacher, sports writer, newspaper and magazine editor. Rosy loved all sports, (especially golf, college wrestling, and the Twins), his job as Editor of Geosynthetics Magazine, being...

Joan Marie Byrne Obituary

Maple Grove

Age 87 of Maple Grove passed away May 12, 2026. Survived by loving husband of 66 years, Joseph; children, Chris (Robin), Greg (Colleen), Jeff (Renee) and Kim Poganski (Rick); 7 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother, Roger Gerber (Snookie); sister, Linda Russ (Ken); other relatives and friends. Visitation 10 AM Friday and Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM...

Merritt Lee Campbell Obituary

1947 - 2025

Mpls

A Minneapolis native who loved seeing the city in bloom all spring and summer. A gardener with the greenest of thumb. A stellar chef with impeccable taste. A mom, grandma, sister, aunt, great-aunt and life long collector of friends.

In lieu of flowers: donations to Twin Cities Public Television (PBS) are appreciated to continue the programming Merritt so...

Carl Edward Carlson Obituary

1937 - 2026

Falcon Heights

age 88, was born on December 11, 1937, to Emery Carlson and Veronica Becker. He passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026. Born in Wilmer, Minnesota, and grew up in Montgomery, Minnesota.
He attended college at Saint John's University and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor's in business.
A political volunteering event is where he met...

Lynda Rae Cartwright Obituary

Shoreview

age 70 of Shoreview, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026. Preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Marilyn Toenges. She will be deeply missed by her loving husband of 42 years, John Cartwright; brothers, Scott (Karen) and Jeff (Julie) Toenges; uncle, Rolland Toenges; many other loving family and friends. She was a longtime employee of Allina Health. A...

Rosa Casciano (Rosina) Obituary

1934 - 2026

Plymouth

Age 91, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026, at her residence in Plymouth, Minnesota. She was born on October 15, 1934, in Fontana Liri, Italy, to Nazzarena and Pasquale Casciano. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and loving great-grandmother. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, May 19,...

Marjorie L. Christianson Obituary

St. Louis Park

Age 98 of St. Louis Park passed away May 8, 2026. Preceded in death by husband Sheldon. Survived by sons Daniel and James and granddaughter Nicole. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, May 21, 2026, 10:30 AM at the Church of the Holy Family, 5900 W. Lake St., St. Louis Park. Visitation at church one hour prior to Mass. Interment Ft. Snelling.
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Carl E. Christoffersen Obituary

Edina

A memorial service for Carl Christoffersen will be held on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 11 a.m. in Friendship Hall at the main entrance of Friendship Village of Bloomington, at 8100 Highwood Drive, Bloomington, MN 55438. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. and a reception will follow the service. Pastor Patty Beadle will be the officiant. Due to limited parking,...

Dale Francis Churchill Obituary

1947 - 2026

Grove

Dale Francis Churchill, born December 4, 1947, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on May 4, 2026.
Dale was born and raised in Waseca by his parents, Charles "Chuck" and Jean Churchill. After graduating from high school, he attended Gustavus Adolphus College, where he earned his degree and became a Certified Public Accountant. Dale...

Martin Cornell (Marty) Obituary

Mpls

Age 73 of Minneapolis, passed away May 7, 2026. Retired Letter Carrier - NALC Branch 9.
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Candace Jo Branch DeHoop (Candy) Obituary

1947 - 2026

Apple Valley

79, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away on Tuesday, May 12th, 2026. Born on May 9, 1947, in Lansing, Michigan, Candy DeHoop was the beloved daughter of Charles (Chuck) and Elenor (Jean) Branch. Candy will be remembered for her caring heart, unwavering strength, infectious laugh, and unforgettable stories. Her kindness, humor, smile, and fun-loving spirit brought...

Albert Leo Dorweiler Obituary

1941 - 2026

Chaska

Was born in Pocahontas, IA on August 21, 1941, resided in Chaska, MN and most recently Corcoran, MN. Albert passed away on May 13, 2026 at the age of 84. Albert is survived by his Children Jacqueline, Steven, Adam (Julie) Dorweiler, brothers Ralph Dorweiler, Robert Dorweiler, Grandchildren Ashlee (Justin) Hullander, Audrianna and Luke Dorweiler,...

Shirley Louise Dussl (Moon) Obituary

1928 - 2026

Coon Rapids

Age 98 of Coon Rapids, MN passed peacefully at home into the arms of her Savior, May 2, 2026.
Born September 30, 1928, in Mankato, MN, Shirley lived a life rooted in family, faith, and service. She was a devoted member of Zion Lutheran Church in Anoka, MN where she found joy in worship, fellowship and community outreach.
Shirley grew up an only child on...

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