Obituaries

DoLores Backer

DoLores Backer

May 13, 2011

January 26, 1925 ~ May 13, 2011 Of Saint Paul Park Passed away peacefully on May 13th. She was born in Jefferson, S.D. Married Elmer in 1950 and moved to St. Paul. They raised nine children to be kind, hardworking, value family, and wait their turn. She was generous with hugs and loved people. She found joy in a well-made...

Delores Kullmann

Delores Kullmann

May 11, 2011

Delores Kullmann, age 79, of Cottage Grove died early Wednesday morning May 11, 2011 at united Hospital in Saint Paul. Delores Julia was born January 12, 1932 in Wadena, Minnesota the daughter of William and Julia Kasper. She was united in marriage with Rufus Kullmann in Motley, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her husband Rufus; parents; grandson Chris;...

John Lentsch

John Lentsch

May 3, 2011

Beloved Husband, Father Grandfather & Great-Grandfather Preceded in death by his daughters Jacquie Perkovich and Peggy Lentsch. Survived by his loving wife Margaret; son Jeff (Debbie); grandchildren Corey, Jessica (Mike) Miller, Nicole (Christopher) Mattson, Josh Perkovich; great-grandchildren Leo & Jackie Miller, Kelsey Mattson; and many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday,...

Helen Schlicht

Helen Schlicht

Apr 25, 2011

Beloved Mother And Grandmother Age 84, of Newport, passed away peacefully at St. John's hospital in Maplewood on Monday April 25, 2011 surrounded by her loving family. Helen was born on August 20, 1926 in Janesville, Minnesota daughter of Harold Janke and Martha (Yonke) Faltersack. Helen married Milton Schlicht on July 10, 1946 in Chicago, Illinois. She enjoyed spending time...

Kenneth Carigiet

Kenneth Carigiet

Apr 24, 2011

Age 56, of Cottage Grove. Beloved husband of Barb; loving dad of Patti Ehresmann, Cathy, Jenny, Brigitte; paw paw of Caitlin, Lexi, Sophie, Lilli; brother of Rick (Deets), Michelle (Paul) Keller, Tammy Gatzow, Kristine (Shawn) Murphy; many nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by parents Betty & Joseph; brother Timothy; father-in-law Mike Ehresmann. Ken's life is remembered through his love...

Dorothy Whortenbury

Dorothy Whortenbury

Apr 20, 2011

Beloved Mother Grandma & Great-Grandma Age 88, went to her eternal rest on April 20, 2011 after a 3 A½ year journey with dementia. In her final days she was surrounded by the love of her family and the wonderful care of the staff at The Gables in Stillwater. Dorothy grew up in Owatonna, worked many years at Bethesda Hospital,...

Billy McDonough

Billy McDonough

Apr 17, 2011

age 50 of St. Paul Park. Beloved son of Joan & Bill; brother of Michael (Karen), Vicki (Kevin), David (Debbie), Jodi (Jeff); uncle of Joel, Jon, Jenna, Braeden, Nicole, Sammy; special friend of Rhonda. Preceded in death by brothers Stephen & Joseph. Graduate of Tartan High School. Visitation 9-11 with Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday (4/21) at ST....

William Pike

William Pike

Apr 13, 2011

Age 64 of Oak Grove died Wednesday morning April 13, 2011 at Mercy Hospital. William Kenneth Pike was born June 11, 1946 in Newport, Minnesota the son of Walter & Lucille Pike. Bill will be remembered for his devotion to his family. He loved working for the railroad. John Wayne was his idol. Bill enjoyed fixing things, animals and the...

Jerome Schlichting

Jerome Schlichting

Apr 10, 2011

March 9, 1923 April 10, 2011 Preceded in death by daughter Mary. Survived by loving wife Viola; children Gail (Stu) Hilderbrand, Ann Morton, Glen (Patty), Karl (Cindy), Lori (Rob) Grant; grandchildren Jacob, Joshua, Amber, Cody, Kelsey, Lindsay, Kailee, Megan, Matthew, Lexi, and Daniel. Also survived by 1 brother, 2 sisters; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Jerome will be...

Faye Rodgers

Faye Rodgers

Apr 10, 2011

November 12, 1935 April 10, 2011 Survived by Shirley Roeller, Sharon Langness; and many other family and friends. Funeral service Thursday April 14, 2011 at Newport Lutheran Church 900 15th St. Newport, MN at 6 pm with visitation at the church from 4-6 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Service Newport Lutheran Church 900 15th St. Newport, MN 55055...

Adeline Howard

Adeline Howard

Apr 8, 2011

formerly of Cottage Grove passed away April 8, 2011. Adeline was born December 3, 1923 in St. James, Minnesota. She was confirmed at First Lutheran Church in St. James. Preceded in death by husband Roger; son Joel; sister Sylvia Tollefson. Survived by children Lynn (Bill), Dean (Gieg), Paul (Geri); grandchildren Brian, Lea (Todd), Matthew (Meghan), Andrew, Samantha, John, and Lisa;...

Micheal Weiss

Micheal Weiss

Apr 7, 2011

Age 64 of Cottage Grove Passed away peacefully on April 7th after a courageous battle with cancer. Born November 15, 1946 in Fergus Falls, MN, Micheal grew up in Detroit Lakes and Bemidji. MN. He graduated from Bemidji High School, attended two years at Bemidji State College and graduated with a degree in civil engineering from North Dakota State University....

Alan Wilson

Alan Wilson

Apr 5, 2011

Preceded in death by his parents Archie & Bette Wilson. Survived by his loving wife Laurie (nee Berg); children Jason, Ryan, Chelsea, Fletcher, Madi, Parker, Christopher; brothers and sisters Joan Kendall, Tom (Maurene), Fiona (Brian) Nielson, Rob, Colin (Carole). Also survived by Lyn Bussey; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Visitation Kok Funeral Home - Cottage Grove 7676 80th...

Herbert Lindsay

Herbert Lindsay

Apr 4, 2011

Herbert Eugene Lindsay died on April 4, 2011 at the age of 82 in the presence of his loving family. Herbert was proud of his service to his country, serving in the Navy. He was married in 1961 to Mary Ann Ronyak. Herbert loved flying his radio controlled airplanes and built beautiful models in 1/4 scale. He is survived by...

Kenneth Stark

Kenneth Stark

Apr 1, 2011

Age 82 of Cottage Grove on April 1, 2011. Ken was born and raised in Bartlett Township.On October 25, 1953 he was united in marriage with Gladys Kautz at Grace Lutheran Church in South Saint Paul. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and woodworking. Ken rebuilt a Model A Ford. He loved spending time with his family and playing with his...

David Gorden

David Gorden

Mar 30, 2011

Gorden, David August 7, 1949 ~ March 30, 2011 of St. Paul, unexpectedly Beloved son of Lois Good Spurgin; brother of Carol Caputo, Lori Harrison; uncle of Ashton & Garrett Harrison, Lacie Caputo, Marina Schoeberl, Geno Caputo; many aunts, uncles & cousins. Attended & graduated in 1967 from Alexander Ramsey & Park High Schools. Army Paratrooper and Green Beret. Funeral...

Virginia Christiansen

Virginia Christiansen

Mar 29, 2011

"Ginnie" August 28, 1927 March 29, 2011 Preceded in death by her husband Francis; brother Warren; and sister Mabel. Survived by her loving children Jan (Mike) Lundgren, Judy Christiansen; grandchildren Sophia, Natalie, and Daniel Lundgren; Erin Salwasser, J.T. Salwasser; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Virginia was a wonderful woman who was deeply loved and will be missed. Visitation...

Waldo Enger

Waldo Enger

Mar 28, 2011

Singing Norwegian January 28, 1936 ~ March 28, 2011 of St.Paul Park. Preceded in death by wife Geraldine; brothers Myron, Orlando, Eugene; parents Melvin & Mildred. Beloved father of Kevin (Vickie), Tammy (Brad) Anderson, Lisa, Tiffany (Barry) Johnson; father-in-law of Rita; grandfather of Tara (Josh), Keith, Isabelle, Sophie; great-grandfather of Jace; brother of Lois (Harry) Hanson, Richard (Karen); other special...

Gerald Beberg

Gerald Beberg

Mar 22, 2011

Gerald Beberg, age 68 of Cottage Grove. Survived by sons, Robert (Donna) & Ramon (Michele) Beberg; Daughter, Katie Beberg; sister, Sandy Robbins; grandchildren, Jordan, Justin, Krystal, Madison, Michaela, Ronnie, Joshua, Jeremy, Jacob & Jessica. Memorial service Sat. March 26th, 2 PM at Kok Cottage Grove Chapel, 7676 80th St. S. Family will recieve friends one hour prior to service. Visitation...

Basil Loveland

Basil Loveland

Mar 19, 2011

Age 91 of Newport Passed away on March 19, 2011. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Lenore, and sons Paul and Mark. Survived by sister Audra, sister-in-law Gen, and brother-in-law Ron, many nieces and nephews. He will be forever missed by children James (Kay), Robert (Mary), Pauline (Steven) Schottmuller, Melanie (Ginger Neil), and Ron (Annette Jung),...

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