Obituaries
Deborah Ann Voje
Oct 30, 2025
Deborah “Debbie” Ann Voje, age 68, of Prescott, WI passed away unexpectedly on October 30th, 2025 after a short battle with cancer.
Deborah was born on April 13th 1957 in Ottumwa, IA
Preceded in death by her parents, George and Ramona Young.
Deborah is survived by her husband of 46 years, Jerome and two beautiful daughters, Jennifer Voje; Susanna (Dustin) Mariette. She was...
Jax Affolter
Oct 25, 2025
Jax Richard Affolter, age 15 of Chisago City, Minnesota passed away October 25, 2025, as a result of injuries sustained in a tragic car accident.
A memorial service will be held to honor his life at 11:00 am, Friday, November 7, 2025, at Eaglebrook Church, 11125 Eastview Rd., Woodbury with visitation starting at 10:00 am. A private family interment will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.
Jax was born...
Margaret K. Vorpagel
Oct 26, 2025
Mary Margaret Rose Kennedy "Maime" Vorpagel, aged 63, left the party on Sunday, October 26th, 2025. She was always one to stay to the very end and she left this world the same way. Staying until the very end and enjoying a life well lived.
She is survived by her husband of more than 41 years, Bruce Vorpagel, and her children...
Harlan Richard Ritter
Oct 24, 2025
Harlan Richard Ritter, age 88, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, in Cottage Grove, Minnesota. Born and raised in the Sauk Centre and Alexandria area, Harlan was the eldest of six siblings and a role model to his brothers and sisters.
From a young age, Harlan's passion for farming was evident. He saved diligently to purchase his first heifers and...
Carol Ruth Ward
Oct 25, 2025
Carol Ward, age 87, of South St. Paul passed away peacefully on October 25th, 2025 surrounded by her family.
Funeral service will be at 11 AM on Friday, November 7th at Newport Lutheran Church, 900 15th Street; Newport, MN with a visitation from 10-11 AM and a luncheon following service. Interment will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on Monday,...
Dana Isaacs
Oct 20, 2025
Dana Russell Isaacs, age 73, passed away in his home on Monday, October 20th.
A Celebration of Life for Dana will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Willie's Restaurant (Hidden Harbor Marina), 388 9th Avenue, St. Paul Park. The event will take place on the second level, featuring live music by Dana's lifelong bandmates in his honor.
Dana was...
Renee Mary Holz
Oct 19, 2025
Renee Mary Holz, lovingly known as “Nana,” age 65, of Cottage Grove, was born on October 11, 1960, to Charles and Theresa Hinz. She passed away at her home on October 19, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family and devoted sisters. Renee was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, known for her deep love of family, steadfast faith,...
Astrid Alma Nelson
Oct 19, 2025
Astrid "Ozzie" Nelson, age 88 of Hastings, Minnesota (formerly of Cannon Falls and Cottage Grove) passed away peacefully at Hastings Senior Living on October 19, 2025.
Astrid was born on July 25, 1937 in Libau, Latvia to August and Gertrud (Masing) Zepig. She grew up in Germany and took pride in her heritage. Astrid met David Nelson during his Army service...
Margaret "Peggy" Phenicie
Oct 16, 2025
Margaret "Peggy" Dora Phenicie, age 79, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025. She was born to the late Floyd JR and Dora (Sloan) Stephenson on October 15, 1946, in Natrona Heights, PA.
A funeral service will be 11:30 am, Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th Street S., Cottage Grove. Family will greet friends...
Steven Charles Burnley
Oct 18, 2025
Steven Charles Burnley, age 74, of Savage, MN passed away at his home on Saturday, October 18, 2025. He was born to the late Alfred and Irene (Nieman) Burnley June 28, 1951, in Huron, SD.
His memorial service is planned for 11:00 am, Saturday, November 8, 2025 at Living Hope Lutheran Church, 8600 Horizon Drive, Shakopee, MN 55379.
Steve enjoyed watching tv,...
Todd E. Gauster
Oct 15, 2025
Todd Edward Gauster passed away surrounded by loved ones on October 15th, 2025, at the age of 67 in Lake Elmo, MN. He was born in St. Paul, MN on May 6, 1958, to Gerald and Lorraine Gauster.
A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at All Saints Lutheran Church. Family will greet friends for...
Paul Stephen Beard
Sep 30, 2025
Paul Beard, age 79, of Cottage Grove, Minnesota passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 30, 2025.
Paul is lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Flesner Beard; his children Brian of Norristown, PA, Sean (Mariah) of Salem, MA, and Jennifer (Adam) Ferst of Norristown, PA; his sisters Lynne (Graham) Burke of Orangeville, ON, and Janice Cannizzo of Fort Worth,...
Michael Fischer
Oct 21, 2025
Michael R. Fischer, Beloved husband, father, soon to be grandfather, son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, nephew and cousin.
Mike passed peacefully at Woodwinds Hospital on October 21, 2025. He fought so hard for years to beat his cancer with the help of his doctors who wouldn't give up, his wife by his side every step of the way, and so much...
Joyce Laverne Walczak
Oct 19, 2025
Joyce Laverne Walczak (Zieseman), age 87, of St. Paul Park, MN, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
Joyce will be fondly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend to many. Her warmth, strength, generosity, and kind heart touched everyone who knew her. Joyce dedicated her life to her loved ones, always ready to...
Daryl Eugene Nohrenberg
Oct 18, 2025
Daryl Nohrenberg, age 71 of Cottage Grove, Minnesota passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, October 18, 2025.
Daryl was born on September 18, 1954 in Minneapolis, MN to Samuel and Lillian (Zielsdorf) Nohrenberg. He grew up in Minneapolis and went on to earn his nursing degree at the University of Minnesota. Daryl married the love of his...
Phillis Lucille De Both
Oct 14, 2025
Phillis Lucille De Both, age 80, of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
Preceded in death by parents, John and Clara; siblings, Judy Mudd, Nancy Selley, Genevieve Vejcik, Sylvester John Selley, Ron Selley, George Selley, and Russell Selley; and granddaughter, Krysia Brady. Survived by beloved husband of 44 years, Dale; children, Terrance (Faith) Huiskens and Heidi (Peter)...
Gilbert Zamora Jr.
Oct 13, 2025
The world gained another eye in the sky on Monday, October 13, 2025, when Gilbert Zamora, Jr., age 68, of Cottage Grove, unexpectedly passed away at home in his sleep.
Gil will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.
Better known as Gil, the "Flyin' Hawaiian" or in recent years, "Baba", he was born to the...
Harold "Harry" James Taylor Sr.
Oct 10, 2025
Harold "Harry" James Taylor Sr., passed away peacefully on Friday, October 10, 2025 while surrounded by his loving family.
Memorial Service will be 1:00 PM, Thursday, October 23, 2025 at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 80th St. S., Cottage Grove with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Cottage Grove Cemetery.
Harry was born January 28, 1933, in...
Mitchell Earl Wichser Jr.
Oct 8, 2025
Mitchell Earl Wichser Jr., age 41, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 while surrounded by loving family.
Mitch was the kind of person who could walk into a room and instantly change its energy. He didn’t fake smiles or play along with anyone’s expectations. He was just himself, and somehow that was always enough.
He was funny in...
Thomas "Tom" Jaso
Oct 7, 2025
Thomas Jaso
Date of Birth: August 11, 1953- Date of Death: October 7, 2025
Tom was born in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. He is preceded in death by wife, Kristin Kelly Jaso, father Segundo Jaso, and brother Roger Alexander Jaso. He is survived by daughter Nicole Jaso; four grandchildren, Abbagalle Arndt, Jonathan Thomas Bruce and Alexander and Joann Gregg. Stepdaughter Stephanie Jungwirth...
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