Obituaries

Robert Erickson

Robert Erickson

Jun 14, 2005

Loving Husband Age 76 of Woodbury Passed away peacefully on June 14, 2005. Preceded in death by parents Lloyd and Marie Erickson. Robert, a Legal Editor for 39 years with West Publishing is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, best friend and love of his life, Marie (Fastner). Brother-in-law Ed (Lucille) Fastner; Sister-in-law DeLoris Fastner; aunt Cecelia Halverson....

Karen Smythe

Karen Smythe

Jun 9, 2005

Loving Wife, Mom, and Grandma Age 60, of St. Paul Park passed away peacefully after a long courageous fight on June 9, 2005. Karen will be greatly missed by her loving husband Jim Barrett; sons John (Stacey) Smythe and Jason (Kimberly) Smythe; step-son David Barrett; grandchildren Jessica Smythe, Danielle Smythe, and Andrew Barrett; brother Paul (Elizabeth) Shaver; niece Beth Shaver;...

Deborah Zywiec

Deborah Zywiec

Jun 9, 2005

July 14, 1950 to June 9, 2005 Of Cottage Grove Passed away on June 9, 2005 at the age of 54 from lung cancer, non-smoker. Preceded in death by parents Fred & Joyce Dahm and brother Steve. Survived by husband Joe & four children Natalie (Bryce) Quinn, Aaron (Tiffany) Zywiec, Joseph & Jonathan Zywiec and sister Pam (Dale) Krosch. A...

Robert VanDerHeyden

Robert VanDerHeyden

Jun 5, 2005

Vander Heyden, Robert Age 68 of Cottage Grove on Sunday morning June 5, 2005 at Woodwinds Hospital in Woodbury. Robert was born October 23, 1936 in St. Paul the son of William & Delma (Plante) Vander Heyden. He was raised in St. paul and graduated from Monroe High School in 1954. On May 7, 1960 he married Jacqueline Moldenhauer at...

Jay Roessler

Jay Roessler

May 25, 2005

Loving Husband Dad & Papa Age 55, of Cottage Grove formerly of West St. Paul passed away peacefully surrounded by his girls and loving wife Darlene on May 25, 2005. Jay recently retired after 35 years with Ford Motor Company. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Preceded in death by his father Walter. Survived by loving...

Leonard Olson

Leonard Olson

May 24, 2005

Loving Husband Dad, and Grandpa Age 86 of St. Paul Park went to be with the Lord and be reunited with his loving wife Joyce on May 24, 2005. Preceded in death by brother Harold. Survived by brothers Earl and Ken; children Janet, Jim(Joni), David(Shelly), and Debra; 9 grandchildren. Visitation Thursday, May 26 from 5-8 pm at the funeral home...

Alfred Chess

Alfred Chess

May 21, 2005

December 2, 1920-May 21, 2005 Of Cottage Grove Born Alfred Szczechowiak changed his family name to Chess while serving in WWII to expedite mail call. Preceded in death by wife Evelyn. Survived by children Jim (Lois), Jackie (Bill) Bryk, John (Marcia); 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sister Jackie; 1 niece; 1 nephew. Memorial Services pending in Indiana. Arr. Kok Funeral Home....

Phyllis Ryan

Phyllis Ryan

May 19, 2005

Ryan, Phyllis Hartenstein (Nee Nord) April 6, 1922-May 19, 2005 Phyllis was born in St. paul, Minnesota the daughter of Clifford & Bernice (Andersen) Nord. She graduated from Park High School in St. Paul Park. She married Verne Hartenstein. Verne was in the Army and Air Force. They traveled around the states. They settled in St. Paul Park to raise...

David Gilmore

David Gilmore

May 19, 2005

Gilmore, Dave July 20, 1948-May 19, 2005 Husband & Father Survived by wife Mary Beth; children Nathaniel (Colleen), Loren, Victoria; brothers John (Andrea), Donald; Sister Mary Gideon; special aunt & cousin Mary Jane & Suzanne. Funeral Service 1 PM Wednesday at KOK FUNERAL HOME, 7676 80TH St. S., Cottage Grove (651-459-2875). Visitation 12 Noon-1 PM. www.kokfuneral.com

Earl LeMay

Earl LeMay

May 18, 2005

July 31, 1920-May 18, 2005 WWII Vet served in South Pacific Preceded in death by wife Adra; parents Sophia & William; several brothers & sisters. Beloved father of Steven (Bev), Debra (Mike Wilkie), Brian, Mike (Deb), Stepsons Gerald (Sharon) Boudin, Robert (Cathy) Boudin; Grandchildren Christine, Steven, Tracy, Dane, Jerry, Lisa, Bob, Jeff, Todd; Great-grandchildren Kalley, Zachery, Aidan & Chase; brothers...

Mary Constant

Mary Constant

May 14, 2005

(nee Smith) 1927-2005 Age 77 of Cottage Grove, passed away on May 14, 2005. Preceded in death by husband Monte, infant daughter Pamela, 3 brothers and one sister. Survived by daughters Patricia (Mark) Thayer of Vermillion, MN and Kathleen Constant of Cottage Grove; brother Larry; sister Helen (Keith) Paul; and sister-in-law Marvel Smith. Visitation at the funeral home on Tuesday...

Bonnie Coy

Bonnie Coy

May 14, 2005

Coy, Bonnie (nee Glass) 86 years ?young?! Lifelong resident of St. Paul Park and member of St. Thomas Aquinas passed away peacefully on May 14, 2005. Preceded in death by husband Gene, son Eugene Michael; sisters Elayne McDonough, Inez Burgoyne; brothers Vincent, Truman, Neil, and Leroy. Survived by daughter Mary Ann (Les) Williams of Hastings, daughter-in-law Sherri Coy; sisters Helen...

Phyllis Pavek

Phyllis Pavek

May 12, 2005

Loving Mom, Grandma & Great-Grandma Phyllis (nee Crowther) was born on March 12, 1921 in Fairmont Township, Martin County, MN. She married Clair Sundberg in 1940 and they lived in Tracy, MN. Clair passed away in 1953. From this union there are three children Gerald F. (Marion) of Colorado; Dennis E. (Susanne) of Huntington Beach, CA; and Pamela J. (Terry)...

Jerry Donnelly

Jerry Donnelly

May 8, 2005

Donnelly, Jerry September 12, 1951-May 8, 2005 Of St. Paul Park/Cottage Grove Jerry was born in St. Paul. He was raised in South St. Paul and graduated from South St. Paul High School in 1969. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trap & skeet shooter. Beloved father of Kim (Neil) Robberstad of St. Paul Park, Stacey...

Phyllis Pavek

Phyllis Pavek

May 1, 2005

Pavek, Phyllis Arlaine Loving Mom, Grandma & Great-Grandma Phyllis (nee Crowther) was born on March 12, 1921 in Fairmont Township, Martin County, MN. She married Clair Sundberg in 1940 and they lived in Tracy, MN. Clair passed away in 1953. From this union there are three children Gerald F. (Marion) of Colorado; Dennis E. (Susanne) of Huntington Beach, CA; and...

Jane Krier

Jane Krier

May 1, 2005

Krier, Jane July 27, 1968-May 1, 2005 Of Newport Survived by children Bryan & Brianna; mother Dolores Hahn; brothers & sisters Martin (Tammy) Andren, David (Mary) Andren, Arlene (Bob) Bennett, Joyce Gardner, Mary Johnson; many nieces & nephews. Preceded in death by father Robert Andren. Funeral Service 4 PM Thursday at KOK FUNERAL HOME, 7676 80th St. S. Cottage Grove...

Dorothy Weidman

Dorothy Weidman

Apr 30, 2005

(nee Rottman, Bohaty) October 18, 1917- April 30, 2005 Of St. Paul, preceded in death by husbands John Bohaty and Raymond P. Weidman; and daughter Dorothy Thill. Survived by son-in-law Robert Thill; grandchildren Larry, Gary (Cathy), Karen (Dave) Penas, Kathy (Mike) Dunlap, Diane (Craig) Morris, Debbie (Andy) McLean, and Kenny (Julie). Also survived by 13 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sisters Betty...

Elden Shelstad

Elden Shelstad

Apr 30, 2005

Age 72 of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully April 30, 2005. Survived by wife Selma, sons David and Douglas, and daughter Darcy. Preceded in death by daughter Deborah.

Kathleen Fuenffinger

Kathleen Fuenffinger

Apr 30, 2005

(nee Borgerding) Loving wife of Andrew Age 76 of Cottage Grove, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 30, 2005. Preceded in death by son Calvin. Survived by loving husband of 55 years, Andrew; children Mike, Kathy (Greg) Gahler, Judy (Mike) Lynch, Andy (Nancy), Mary (Larry) Moore, and Roni (Jeff) Linn; siblings Dean, Mary Ann, Mickey, and Jessie....

Stella Ungar

Stella Ungar

Apr 22, 2005

Ungar-Suchta, Stella Passed away Friday April 22, 2005 At the age of 87. Beloved mother of Stan (Connie) Suchta, Angela (Wayne) Openlander. Known as Little Italian to her grandchildren whom she adored. Mass of Christian Burial 12 Noon Tuesday at ST. RITAS CATHOLIC CHURCH , 8694 80TH St. S. Cottage Grove. Interment Cottage Grove Cemetery. Visitation 11AM -12 Noon Tues....

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