Obituaries

Aug 15, 2022

Jeff "Garp" Zarske, age 59, of Cottage Grove, passed away at home with his loving wife by his side on Monday, August 15, 2022.

Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Joanne; brothers, Steve and Tom. Survived by devoted wife of 31 years, Cathy; sister, Theresa Shannon; brother-in-law, Tim Shannon; nephew, Bob (Amber) Shannon; niece, Kristen (Mike)...

Aug 14, 2022

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Ludwina Florence Budziszewski was...

Aug 12, 2022

Cletus S. Cutsforth, 96, of Cottage Grove, passed away Friday, August 12, 2022.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Darlys; eleven siblings; and granddaughter, Danielle.

Cletus will be missed by his children, Dave (Marlene) Cutsforth, Becky (Bob) Tschida, and Diane (Fred) Kienast; seven grandchildren, Jennifer, Jolene, Jason, Kelly, Kate, Jamie, and Ryan; 13...

Aug 9, 2022

Dallis Dean Lemke, age 71, of Rutledge, formerly of St. Paul Park, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his loving wife, family, and friends on Tuesday, August 9, 2022.

Dallis was a proud Vietnam veteran who honorably served his country in the US Army. He worked as an industrial painter for over 45 years and in retirement...

Aug 8, 2022

Joseph “Joe” Charles Ulrich, age 57 of St. Paul, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 8, 2022.

Joe is survived by his children, Joey (Alyssa), Josh (Katy), Emily (Nate) Longlet, and Elona; grandchildren, Gretta, Adeline, Calvin, Otto, Ellie, Oliver, Henley, Esther (who is in Heaven), and Bennett; mom, Marlene; siblings, Mark (Cindy), Jerry (Kathy), Jeff (Nathalie), Mary...

Aug 6, 2022

Peggy Tauzell, age 89, of Cottage Grove, went to be with the Lord on August 6, 2022 while surrounded by her loving family.

Peggy was born February 4, 1933, to Herb and Elsie Post in Little Falls, Minnesota. In her early years she lived on a farm, later moving to Calumet, Minnesota as a teenager. She then...

Aug 3, 2022

David Michael Constantine Jr., age 25, of Cottage Grove, passed away on August 3, 2022. He was born on February 4, 1997 in St. Paul and graduate from Park High School. Survived by parents, Dave and Theresa Constantine; sisters, Timary (Joey) Smither, Mercedes Constantine, Alexis Constantine, and Desilynn Constantine; brothers, Austin Timm, Jordan (Kenzie) Timm, Connor Mullen,  Kayden Constantine,...

Aug 2, 2022

Mike Kime, age 63 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.

Mike is survived by his fiancé, Kim Lambert; children, Jason (Abby) Kluender and Taylor (Tyler) Lee; grandchildren, Thea, Jaden, Max, Hazel, and James; sister, Lori (Brian) Barquest; and nephew, Joe (Alaina) Patrick.

He was preceded in death...

Aug 2, 2022

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Sandra L. Boeseneilers, age 70 of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, August 2, 2022.

Sandy retired from her shipping career in 2016 after a total of 22 years at Viking Drill and Tool, where she met many dear coworkers. Sandy loved NASCAR, trips to...

Jul 29, 2022

Boua Chor Xiong is a loving father and a believer of serving his community.  He passed away on July 29, 2022.  Boua Chor is survived by his wife Soua Vang and 14 children of which are Billy, Vis Tshais, Doua, Chia Neng, King, Kee Thao, Song, Lee, Pa houa, Pa Ngia, Pa Kou, Mao, Ka and Tong.

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Jul 27, 2022

John Mohr died peacefully on July 27, 2022, after battling Alzheimer’s disease. John’s story began 81 years ago, the oldest child of Lillian and Dick Mohr. He lived in Garfield, Minnesota with his mother, father, and sister Mary, before moving to Minneapolis.

The 60’s and 70’s brought adventure and accomplishments for John. He briefly served in the...

Jul 25, 2022

James Howard Bristol, age 89, of Cottage Grove

James Howard Bristol was born February 14, 1933 in Sioux City, Iowa son of Howard and Florence (nee Guiney) Bristol. He was ushered peacefully into heaven July 25, 2022 surrounded by his wife and family.

His early years were tough since he lost his twin brother Dickie...

Jul 24, 2022

Sharon Hegstrom (née Anderson) died peacefully on July 24th, 2022 in Shoreview, Minnesota at the age of 70.

Sharon is survived by her sons, Theodore (Amanda) and William; grandsons, Logan and Theo; Siblings, Larry (Julie), John (Bonnie), Karl (Debbie), and Nancy (Jeff). She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Ardith.

Sharon was...

Jul 23, 2022

Colleen K. Smoot, a lifelong follower of Christ was called home on July 23, 2022.  She touched the lives of all of those she met in her 70 years on Earth.

Colleen was born on August 13th, 1951 to Emmet and Loraine (Chelberg) Rose.  She was the younger sister of Linda (Friedrich).  Colleen grew up in St....

Jul 20, 2022

Audrey Mae Schafer, age 90 of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.

Audrey is survived by her husband of 71 years, James Sr. and her 3 children: James Jr (Patty), Raymond (Kimberly), and Julie (Robin). She is also survived by 9 grandchildren: Raymond (Beth), Nicole (Jason), Daniel (Holly), Kalli, Gracie, Charlie,...

Jul 19, 2022

Brittany Alyse Grassman, age 30, of Cottage Grove, MN, died unexpectedly on July 19, 2022 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. She was born to David and Claudette (Whitney) Ventrella on June 18, 1992 in St. Paul, MN. She is a graduate of Park High School and then went to Mankato State. There she married Andrew Grassman on...

Jul 19, 2022

Laura Ann Schrankler, age 25 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly due to complications following cardiac arrest on July 19, 2022.

A visitation will be held to celebrate her life on Monday, July 25, 2022 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at The Church of St. Rita, 8694 – 80th Street S, Cottage Grove.  Mass of Christian Burial will...

Jul 9, 2022

Christopher “Chris” Long died peacefully on July 9, 2022 in St. Paul, MN at the age of 52.

Chris is survived by his parents Ron and Liz Long; children Hannah and Alison; sister, Laura (Long) Hegrenes; fiance, Nissa Schaefer. He is preceded in death by Grandparents.

Chris was born on February 4 in Des Moines,...

Jul 8, 2022

Donald E. Olsen, age 84 of Cottage Grove, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 8, 2022.

Don will always be remembered as a people person; he loved everyone he met. Don had the honor of being a 33rd Degree Mason and an active member of the Capital City Lodge and the Ancient Landmark Lodge for over 60...

Jul 8, 2022

Janet was born to Florence and Steve Hollish on June 18, 1936, in St. Paul, MN. She was the oldest of two children.

On April 19, 1958, she married Raymond Odegaard in St. Paul, MN. They had three children: Tom, Colleen, and John. They lived in Cottage Grove, MN and later moved to Brainerd, MN. Raymond Sadly...