Obituaries

Linda Patterson

Linda Patterson

Dec 13, 2012

Linda E. Patterson Beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother Age 65, of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on December 13, 2012. Preceded in death by mother, Evelyn and brother, James Unruh. Survived by husband of 42 years, David; daughter, Sheri (Mark) Kraft and son, Craig (Lisa); grandchildren, Charlotte (Brandon) Begnaud, Sydney, Hannah, Allison, Emily, and Mason Kraft; father, Willmer Unruh; siblings,...

Daryl Stewart

Daryl Stewart

Dec 9, 2012

Daryl L. Stewart, age 57, of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2012 surrounded by his wife and three daughters. Preceded in death by parents, Lee and Elaine; brothers, Dicky and Ricky. Survived by wife, Diane; daughters, Becki, Mari, and Tina; grandchildren, Kasarah, Damario, Tamia, Dasean, Tyreese, Tiana; twelve brothers and sisters; as well as other extended family...

Edward Crimmins

Edward Crimmins

Dec 2, 2012

Age 49, of Bellevue, Ohio passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2012. Preceded in death by mother Caroline; great niece Candace. Survived by father Francis; brothers and sisters John (Patsy), Dean, Adel Holmvig, Lynnette Leger, Mary Thiery, Chris, Lisa (Marc) Thiery, Brenda; many cherished nieces & nephews, and his special second family in Ohio. Visitation 11 AM -12 PM Saturday...

Matthew Amos

Matthew Amos

Dec 1, 2012

died suddenly Saturday, December 1, 2012. born on June 25, 1990 in Powell, WY. Matthew was loved very much and is survived by his father, Douglas Amos, grandfather, Bill Eaton, Step-grandparents, Joseph and Shirley Trost, as well as aunts, uncles, cousins, and many, friends from around the United States and Canada. Proceeded in death by his grandparents, Georgette and Harold...

Rita Hostetler

Rita Hostetler

Nov 23, 2012

Rita L. Hostetler "Harley Mama" Age 53, of Inver Grove Heights Passed away peacefully on November 23, 2012. Preceded in death by parents, Donald and Eula Dillon, and brother, Jerry Dillon. Survived by husband, Clair; children, Delanie Waller, Samantha Allie (Fiancé Ryan Coleman), Gerald (Sara) Allie; grandchildren, Mariah, McKenzie, Jayce, Trevelle, Landon, Madison, and Morgan; siblings, Charlotte (Ron) McCauley, Kaye...

Caroline Olsen

Caroline Olsen

Nov 22, 2012

Caroline Dorothy Olsen Age 78, of Cottage Grove Passed away unexpectedly on November 22, 2012. Preceded in death by grandson, Will; and seven siblings. Survived by husband, Gene; Children, Rick (Luanna), Tim, Kari (Tom) Heimerl, Jeff (Kathy), Gayle (Mike) Carlin, Jeanette (Butch) Waidelich, and Russ (Lola); 25 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; and other extended family and friends. Funeral Service 11...

Dorothy Podtburg

Dorothy Podtburg

Nov 21, 2012

Dorothy Jane Podtburg Beloved Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother Age 89, of Saint Paul Park, died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on November 21, 2012. Survived by children, Gary Coates, Sandra (Dennis) Fuhrman, Richard Coates, and Kathleen Weirens; 12 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; as well as other extended family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m., Monday, November...

Mary Johnson

Mary Johnson

Nov 17, 2012

Beloved Wife, Mother & Grandmother Age 73 of St. Paul Park died Saturday afternoon November 17, 2012 at Woodwinds Hospital. Mary Ann was born October 13, 1939 in St. Paul Park the daughter of Francis & Lucille (Broberg) Lencowski. She was raised in St. Paul Park and graduated from Park high School in 1957. On October 4, 1958 she was...

Michael DIaz

Michael DIaz

Nov 16, 2012

August 21, 1950 – November 16, 2012 Unites States Navy Veteran Beloved husband of Vicki of 41 years; loving father of Michelle, Matthew (Elaine), Gabriel (Jennifer), Adam (Nicci), Steven; grandfather of Jacob, Andrew, Roman, Zachary, Maximilian, Kacie, Logan, Nathan, Ryley, Jeffrey, Avery, Reagan; son of Gudelia; brother of Robert (Pam), John (Linda), Tombo, David (Sara), Virginia, Leonard (Val), Delores (Doug)...

Rita Ingvalsen

Rita Ingvalsen

Nov 15, 2012

Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother Aunt & Friend - Age 76 Preceded in death by daughter Kimberly. Survived by Husband of 54 years, Clayton; children Mike, Martin (Nancy), Mitchell (Brenda), Jodi & 8 grandchildren Kalie, Erika, Nicole, Melissa, Emily, Elizabeth, Clayton, Carter. She had strong Faith & gave her time freely to St. Thomas Aquinas. Retired USPS employee. She loved spending...

Beverly Nelson

Beverly Nelson

Nov 12, 2012

Survived by loving family and friends. Beverly loved her home on the lake. She enjoyed nature walks, gardening, and going to the casino. Memorial Gathering 4-8 PM Thursday with time for sharing at 7 PM at KOK FUNERAL HOME, 1201 Portland Ave. St. Paul Park. Bring stories. Visitation Kok Funeral Home - Saint Paul Park 1201 Portland Avenue Saint Paul...

Dallas Jensen

Dallas Jensen

Nov 12, 2012

Age 66, of Cottage Grove 3M Pipefitter Suddenly on November 12, 2012. Preceded in death by parents Edna & Gilbert; brother Rodney. Beloved husband of Peggy Huot; loving father of Angela (Tim) Carrier, Matthew; stepfather of Michelle (Jason) MacKinnon, Denise (James) Phillips, Leslie (Shawn) Foster- Huot; grandfather of Tyler, Amber, Adam, Cecelia, Bradley, Aiden, Anthony; brother of Carleen (Ken) Blume;...

Merna Mellum

Merna Mellum

Nov 11, 2012

Merna Lynn Mellum, age 71 of Cottage Grove, died Sunday evening November 11, 2012 at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Paul. Merna was born September 9, 1941 in Kenton, Ohio the daughter of Delbert & Naomi Molk. She graduated from Kenton High School before studying nursing at Lima Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, Ohio Northern University and National Louis University....

Jacquelyn Aschittino

Jacquelyn Aschittino

Nov 5, 2012

Aschittino Jacquelyn "Jackie" C. (nee Krengel) The world lost a little laughter on Nov. 5 when Jackie Aschittino, age 56, of Oakdale died suddenly. The second daughter of a career U.S. Air Force veteran and his wife, Jackie's childhood of frequent moves helped give her an enduring sense of humor that brought light to every person and situation she encountered....

Judy Cherry

Judy Cherry

Nov 3, 2012

Of Vadnais Heights (nee Bestland) Died Satursday evening November 3, 2012 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul. Judy Ann was born December 29, 1946 in St. Paul ther daughter of Hilton & Betty (Rumm) Bestland. She was raised in white Bear Lake. One year before she finished highschool her family moved to ST. Paul and she graduated from Harding High...

John Illi

John Illi

Nov 1, 2012

Age 70 of Cottage Grove, MN Went to live with the Lord Nov. 1, 2012 A wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and brother. John was born March 8, 1942 in St. Paul the son of Alexander & Myrtle (Williamson) Illi. John graduated from Harding High in 1960, served in the Marine Corps, and worked at American Hoist and MTS Systems as...

Margaret Jaworski

Margaret Jaworski

Nov 1, 2012

"Maggie" 80 years old Died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday afternoon November 1, 2012. Margaret May Fulwiler was born August 9, 1932 the daughter of Harvey & Adeline (Thompson) Fulwiler. She was raised in Anoka and graduated from Anoka High School. On July 24, 1954 she was united in marriage with Donald Jaworski at St. Mary's Catholic...

Susan Heyden

Susan Heyden

Oct 27, 2012

Susan DeMarco VanderHeyden Our beautiful Sue, age 47, of Afton spent her last hours as she lived, surrounded by her loving and spirited family and friends. On the afternoon of October 27, 2012, Sue went into the arms of our gentle and compassionate God. Sue lived with cancer her way, keeping it real, yet inspiring and continuing to teach all...

Bernice Kuehn

Bernice Kuehn

Oct 27, 2012

Bernice A. Kuehn, age 92 of Cottage Grove, died Saturday, October 27, 2012 at the Care Partners Assisted Living facility in Winneconne, WI. Beloved mother, grandmother & great grandmother She is preceded in death by husband Vernon; son-in-law, David Lindemann; brother Walton "Bud" Fritze; sister, Myra Bahe. She is survived by daughters, Carole (Donald) May & Faye Lindemann; son, Ronald...

Margaret Lentsch

Margaret Lentsch

Oct 26, 2012

Margaret F. Lentsch age 92, of Cottage Grove, died Friday, October 26, 2012 at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Paul. Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She is preceded in death by husband John; daughters, Jacquie Perkovich and Peggy Lentsch; brother James Vollmer. Margaret is survived by her son, Jeff (Debbie); grandchildren, Corey, Jessica (Mike) Miller, Nicole (Christopher) Mattson,...