Obituaries

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,...

Robert Kammerer

Robert Kammerer

Oct 25, 2012

Robert Hugo Kammerer, age 89 of So. St. Paul, formerly of St. Paul, died October 25, 2012 at his home surrounded by his family. Robert was born in St. Paul, Minnesota to Frank and Anna (Glaser) Kammerer and attended St. Agnes Catholic School. His father died when Robert was 12 years old which marked the start of Robert's working career....

Irene Mercereau

Irene Mercereau

Oct 19, 2012

Irene Mercereau, Age 94; longtime resident of Newport died Friday afternoon October 19, 2012 at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury. Irene Kathleen was born March 8, 1918 in Phillips, Wisconsin, the daughter of James & Bertha (Swift) Murphy. She was raised in Phillips and graduated from high school in 1936. She then went to teachers college and taught country school four...

Diane Weitzel

Diane Weitzel

Oct 19, 2012

Diane Weitzel, age 65 of White Bear Lake, died Friday afternoon October 19, 2012. Diane Marie was born May 22, 1947 in Saint Paul the daughter of Donald and Hazel (Baker) Pearson. She was raised on St. Paul's east side and graduated from Johnson High School in 1965. She worked at the Maryland Clinic. In 1966 she was united in...

John Tabor

John Tabor

Oct 17, 2012

John P. Tabor, age 69 of St. Paul Park died unexpectedly on Wednesday afternoon October 17, 2012. John Paul Tabor was born October 24, 1942 in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of Elsie Margret (nee Jensen) and Alvin James Tabor. He was raised in St. Paul and graduated from Humboldt High School in 1961. On May 23, 1975 he was...