Obituaries

Sep 1, 2022

Joe Marquardt, age 76 of Cottage Grove, passed away at his home on Thursday, September 1, 2022.

Joe is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (nee Fischer); son, Bob (Lauri); sister, Jackie (Greg) Fearing; and brother, Rod (Gretchen).

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Agnes.

Joe will be laid to...

Aug 28, 2022

Joel Peter Compton was born June 11, 1934 in Hermosa Beach, California to the late Mel D Compton and Eleanor Glass. He was an active athlete in high school, playing volleyball on the beach and sailing both recreational and racing, and attended college at USC on a scholarship. At college, he studied mechanical engineering and specialized in rocketry. He spent...

Aug 28, 2022

Julie Zoe Muffat (nee Hunter), our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, age 70, of Cottage Grove, MN, formerly of Rapid City, SD passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2022.

She was a graduate of Rapid City Central High School and received her bachelor’s from Black Hills State College in 1973.

Julie never met a stranger. ...

Aug 28, 2022

Mazelle P. Rankin, age 96 of Cottage Grove, passed away August 28, 2022.

Private family services are planned.

Mazelle Pearl Rankin was born May 22, 1926 in Little Rock, Arkansas to A. Lester and Nellie Pearl (Wade) Whitfield.  She grew up in Little Rock but moved with her family to Minnesota in 1944 where she...

Aug 27, 2022

Paul William Budish, age 56 of Woodbury, went to heaven unexpectedly due to a heart attack on August 27, 2022, after spending a day with his family at the State Fair.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Gwen; children Billy, Aiden, Ezra and Chloe; granddaughter Nyla; brothers Todd, Kim, Jon and Peter.  He is preceded in...

Aug 27, 2022

After battling kidney failure for several years, Charles E. Mortel, 74, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Saturday, August 27, 2022.

Chuck was born to Edward and Clara Mortel on June 30, 1948. His family included his brother Huey and three sisters Mary, Veronica, and Chris. Together they enjoyed playing cards, boating, water-skiing, and taking summer trips...

Aug 27, 2022

Donna Hume, awesome mom, spoiling grandma, loving sister, and loyal friend went to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at the age of 72.

Donna was born on January 24, 1950 in Lincoln, NE to first-time parents Rexal and Gertrude Albert.  She was the oldest sister to siblings Judith Sternhagen, Arlen (Karen) Albert, and Marcilee...

Aug 25, 2022

After a decade of bravely fighting cancer, Jill Anne Deephouse died on August 25, 2022 in her home surrounded by her loving family.

Jill was the glue that held her family together. Her unwavering strength was uniquely blended with her desire to serve others in all she did. Jill was born in Muskegon, MI on January 13,...

Aug 25, 2022

Remembering with love... William Chilton Schroeder, who passed away on August 25, 2022, at the age 80.

Bill was born on November 24, 1941, in Detroit Lakes, MN, to Francis and Ida Schroeder.  He grew up in Detroit Lakes, graduating from high school in 1959, and then he went on to St. Thomas College for a BA...

Aug 23, 2022

Susan (Sue) Marie Caliguire

On August 23, 2022 Sue received her wings. She has always been a very strong, independent woman and she’s shown that immensely over the past 3 1/2 years.

She is preceded in death by parents Louis and Lois, infant brothers Steven & Mark; brother-in-law James Kuehn. Until we see her again, she will...

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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