Obituaries

Barbara Beckrich

Barbara Beckrich

Mar 1, 2014

Barbara L. Beckrich, age 80, of Cottage Grove passed away peacefully on March 1, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, Peter and Agnes (nee Brown). Barbara was a longtime District 833 School Counselor and will be lovingly remembered by many family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM, Friday, March 7, 2014 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 920...

Pamela Buggs

Pamela Buggs

Mar 1, 2014

Pamela Buggs, age 70, of Cottage Grove passed away March 1, 2014. Survived by husband of 53 years, Thomas; children, Tony (Chika), Tina (Billy) Fisk and Angela Bracy; seven grandchildren; and one great grandson; as well as other extended family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Noble and Murlee Wilson. Memorial Service 11:30 AM, Thursday, March 6, 2014 at...

Bernice Adamiak

Bernice Adamiak

Feb 27, 2014

Bernice Leona Adamiak, age 71, of Cottage Grove, went to heaven on Feb. 27, 2014, spending her last hours surrounded by the love and comfort of her family and friends. Bernice faced her courageous battle with cancer with strength and grace inspiring many how to live with faith, gratitude and joy. Bernice's kindness, determination, sparkling blue eyes, skillful dancing and...

William Sprouse

William Sprouse

Feb 27, 2014

of Providence Place Preceded in death by mother Mary. Survived by sister Heidi Calton; 6 other siblings; aunt Betty (Jesse) Rodriquez. Spring burial Cottage Grove Cemetery.

Laurie McNeish

Laurie McNeish

Feb 25, 2014

age 55 of Woodbury died unexpectedly on Tuesday February 25, 2014. Laurel Lynne was born August 5, 1958 in Peoria, Illinois the daughter of Lee & Laurel (Carpenter) Wells. She was raised in Peorial and graduated from Peoria High School in 1976. Laurie enjoyed Nascar and was a Jeff Gordon fanatic. She loved speding time with her grandchildren. Laurie worked...

Mary (Pat)

Mary (Pat)

Feb 25, 2014

Mary Shay (Pat) Age 81, of St. Paul Park Passed away peacefully on Feb. 25, 2014. Survived by husband, Marcellus John; children, Debbie (Dave) Spiess, Ronnie (Traci), Robert, and Sheri (Mark) Redding; grandchildren, Michelle (Scott), Melonie (Andy), Ryan (Shirvana), Leah, Ryan (Cassie), Renee (Josh), Connor (Nichole), Kayla, Eric, and Matthew; 11 great grandchildren and soon to be 12; many nieces,...

Michael Frazer

Michael Frazer

Feb 23, 2014

Michael "Mike" Frazer Age 59 of Cottage Grove died Sunday morning February 23, 2014 at Fairview University Medical Center in Minneapolis. Michael Lawrence Frazer was born October 3, 1954 in Barstow, California the son of Lawrence & Jean (Weber) Frazer. He was raised in Cottage Grove and graduated from Park High School in 1973. In 1977 he was united in...

Catherine Busch

Catherine Busch

Feb 23, 2014

Busch, Catherine (Kay) Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Age 83 of Hastings (formerly of Cottage Grove) passed away peacefully surrounded by her children. Preceded in death by husband Richard, parents Samuel and Marie Thompson, and great granddaughter Olivia Blair. Survived by her loving children Susan (Jim)Blair, Dan Busch, Mike (Judy) Busch, Tim Busch, Rick (Kathy) Busch, Kathy (Terry)...

Shirley Hagen

Shirley Hagen

Feb 21, 2014

age 82, died Friday February 21, 2014 at Mountain Vista Medical Center in Mesa, Arizona. Shirley Jane was born November 16, 1931 in St. Paul the daughter of Albert & Alma (Patnode) Duren. She was very compassionate and active. Shirley loved to drive, dance crochet, play cards. entertain and cook. She did adult foster care. Shirley was preceded in death...

Robert Zaccardi

Robert Zaccardi

Feb 16, 2014

"Zac" Age 53 of Cottage Grove Passed away suddenly Feb. 16, 2014. Robert James Zaccardi was born July 28, 1960 in St. Paul the son of Robert & Myrna (McDonough) Zaccardi. He was raised in Cottage Grove and graduated from Park High School in 1978. Robert was united in marriage with Sharon McManaman June 20, 1987 in St. Paul Park....

Kim Sanchez)

Kim Sanchez)

Feb 15, 2014

Kim Marie Ritenour (nee Sanchez) Age 44, of Cottage Grove Passed away peacefully on February 15, 2014. Survived by husband, Michael; children, Jeremy Harer, Nicholas Harer, Joshua, Rachel, and Thomas; granddaughter, Stella Rose Schumacher; mother, Mary Jo Sanchez (nee Kane); brother, Michael (Jinny) Sanchez; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and friends. Preceded in death by father, Nicholas Sanchez and...

Frank Weckwerth

Frank Weckwerth

Feb 13, 2014

Frank E. Weckwerth, age 87 of Newport, passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 13, 2014. A private memorial mass will be held at a later date.

Winifred Pipe

Winifred Pipe

Feb 11, 2014

Winifred Effie Pipe Age 88, of St. Paul Park Passed away peacefully on February 11, 2014. Survived by children, Lawrence and William of St. Paul Park and Caroline Pipe of Minneapolis; grandchildren, Kristal Martinez of Shakopee and Andy Towns of Chaska; sister, Evelyn Schultz of Montana. Preceded in death by husband, Paul; son, Ronald; and sister, Wilma Sachs. Winnie graduated...

Glen Bayer

Glen Bayer

Feb 11, 2014

Bayer Glen H. Jr. Age 61 of Cottage Grove MN. Retired 3M Glen was born on July 7, 1952 and was called to heaven on February 11, 2014. He is survived by loving wife of 29 years, Mary Schooley, children Melanie (Dan) Witthoft, Jason Bayer, Mike (Mary) Schooley, and Brian Bayer. Grandchildren; Ian and Lyra Witthoft, Elliot and Landon Schooley,...

Anne Hagner

Anne Hagner

Feb 11, 2014

Anne M. Hagner Age 53, of St. Paul Formerly of Alexandria Passed away peacefully on February 11, 2014. Survived by daughters, Nicole (Andrew) Larkin and Danielle (Kenneth) Paulus; grandchildren, Gabriella, Sophia, Carter, and Mason; mother, Mary Roers; brothers, John (Mary Ann) Roers, Joe (Betty) Roers, Jim (Sandra) Roers, Ted (Paula) Roers, Harry (Jeanie) Roers, and Fran (Pam) Roers. Preceded in...

John Merthan

John Merthan

Feb 10, 2014

John R. Merthan Age 92, of Woodbury Pearl Harbor Survivor Passed away on February 10, 2014. Survived by children, Jim (Barb), John M. (Jan), Mary (Ed) Strobel, Bob (Jenny); 10 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren; and other extended family and friends. Preceded in death by wife, Phyllis; brother, Lawrence; sister, Mary Burton. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 AM,...

Charlotte Parent

Charlotte Parent

Feb 6, 2014

Charlotte H. Parent Age 67, of Cottage Grove Passed away on Feb. 6th, 2014. An inspiring wife, mother and grandmother. Survived by husband, Robert; daughter, Sarah (Tyler) Akins; two grandchildren, Wickham and Rowan; brother-in-law, Ron (Dian) Parent; two brothers and four sisters. She worked at 3M for 30+ years and volunteered much of her time to the church. Mass of...

Earl Alfveby

Earl Alfveby

Feb 4, 2014

Earl C. Alfveby, age 87 of Cottage Grove, formerly of St. Paul died Feb. 4, 2014 at Southview Acres in South St. Paul. A memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, February 8, 2014 from 4:00-7:00 pm at Kok Funeral Home, 7676 -80th Street S., Cottage Grove. Earl Carl Alfveby was born December 27, 1926 in St. Paul, Minnesota to...

Marlene Schuberg

Marlene Schuberg

Feb 4, 2014

Marlene Ellen was born February 19, 1939 in St. Paul, Minnesota the daughter of Clarence & Florence (Paden) Seabold. She was raised on St. Paul's east side and graduated from Johnson High School in 1957. Marlene enjoyed dominos, scrabble, puzzles, crosswords, word searches, and fishing. She liked to travel and spend time with friends. Marlene was active in her church...

Leonard Rumpca

Leonard Rumpca

Feb 3, 2014

Leonard Rumpca Beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa Age 72 of St. Paul Park on Monday afternoon Feb. 3, 2014 Leonard Leo Rumpca was born August 9, 1941 in Waubay, South Dakota the son of John& Helen (Block) Rumpca. He was raised in South Dakota. On August 22, 1964 he was united in marriage with Kathryn Ann Lardy. Leonard enjoyed fishing, gardening,...