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Ernest Kile

Valerie Knock

Lenann Kronberg

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Terry McLennan

Charles Melsha

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Michael Quade

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Shelley Schaul

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Heidi Swanson

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David Peugh (Dave)

David Peugh (Dave)

1954-08-04 2025-05-08

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Charles Melsha (Charlie)

Charles Melsha (Charlie)

1954-04-05 2025-05-04

The passing of Charles Patrick Melsha (Monticello, Minnesota) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 4, 2025 at the age of 71. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Charles Patrick Melsha or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Charles had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Charles may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the huma...

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Nancy Zeidlik

Nancy Zeidlik

1954-11-14 2024-08-31

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Mary Jo Edison

Mary Jo Edison

2023-08-15

Mary Jo Edison, age 68, of Blaine, MN, passed away on August 15, 2023. She grew up in New Hope, MN, and attended Cooper High School.

Mary got her start in the medical field as a lab technician after attending NHCC and the U of M. Mary continued her training to become a Clinical Perfusionist and her career at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis spanned 37 years. She was recognized for her hard work and dedication, receiving the Civil Servant of the Year Award in 1996.

Mary had a very adventurous spirit and pursued skydiving, sailing, and scuba diving. She will be remembered most for her generosity to others and her caring nature.

Mary will be deeply mis...

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Philip Kupka

Philip Kupka

2023-06-29 View Memorial and Tributes
Valerie Ann Erickson (Knock)

Valerie Ann Erickson (Knock)

1954-11-17 2022-04-22

Valerie Ann Erickson, Age 67 of New Hope, Minnesota. Born November 17, 1954 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Edward and Dorothy (Hoben) Knock. Preceded in death by her parents. Survived by husband, Gary; children, Eric (Natalie) and Lacey (Karl) Youngberg; granddaughter, Lexy; and siblings. Complete funeral arrangements will follow.

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Paul John Conant

Paul John Conant

1954-09-28 2022-02-15

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Paul John Conant of Roseville, Minnesota, who passed away on February 15, 2022, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

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Steven A. Tempel

Steven A. Tempel

1953-04-17 2022-02-10

 


Tempel, Steven A. 68, born April 17, 1953 left this earth on Feb. 10, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, Merrill and Dorothy Tempel; RIP Steve. Survived by family and friends. No services will be held. Please no memorials.



Debora Stephens-Jaros (Beavens)

Debora Stephens-Jaros (Beavens)

1953-11-27 2022-01-03

Debora Stephens-Jaros, 68, of Fergus Falls, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at her residence under the care of Knute Nelson Hospice. 

Debora Kay Beavens was born November 26, 1953, to Floyd Beavens and June Vogel in Duluth, MN. She attended Cooper Senior High School. 

On August 11, 2018, Debora married James Jaros in Rothsay, MN. 

She was a Housekeeper at the Super 8, the Activities Coordinator at Veteran’s Home, and also volunteered at the Humane Society. Debora enjoyed painting, drawing, and gardening. 

Preceding her in death were her mother, June Vogel; father, Floyd Beavens, and brothers, Steven Beavens and Dale Beavens. 
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Paris Gunther

Paris Gunther

1954-04-25 2021-11-05

Paris passed away peacefully on November 5, 2021 due to complications from ALS/ PLS. She was 67 years old. Paris was born on April 25, 1954 in Minneapolis, MN to Wilfred and Elizabeth Gunther. She received a JD from William Mitchell College of Law. Paris had always dreamed of living in N.Y.C so in the late 1990's she moved to New York and enjoyed all that city had to offer. Paris had a superior intellect, a curious mind and a sharp wit. She was a member of Mensa and traveled internationally. She also enjoyed going to the theater, watching British movies, listening to a variety of music, and gardening. She will be dearly missed by her sister (Cindi Magnuson) and her friends.

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Heidi Gretchen Solberg (Swanson)

Heidi Gretchen Solberg (Swanson)

1954-06-18 2020-06-14

Swanson-Solberg, Heidi G. of Bloomington, passed away June 14, 2020. Preceded in death by father Lyle, sister Sue. Survived by husband Dan, mother Lois, brother Kim, brother Mark, sister D'Lis. Successful business owner in the Linden Hills neighborhood.



Service will be 11AM, Saturday, July 10 with visitation one hour prior at: Washburn-McReavy.com Werness Brothers 952-884-8145 2300 W Old Shakopee Rd, Blmington

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Diane Brown

Diane Brown

1954-07-29 2019-03-11

Brown, Diane C. age 64 of Brainerd died on March 11, 2019 at Essentia St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd.

She was born on July 29, 1954 in Minneapolis to Wallace and Clarie (Faue) Brown. She was a seventeen-year kidney/pancreas transplant survivor.

Diane was an enrolled member of the Red Lake Ojibwa Nation. She graduated from the Robbinsdale-Cooper High School, Class of 1972. Diane was known for her homemade Halloween costumes. As her death approached, Diane was filled with love and peace. She told everyone she was going home now to heaven to see Mom and Dad and play scrabble with them.

She will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Diane is survived by one...

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Nancy Kay Zarracina (Olson)

Nancy Kay Zarracina (Olson)

1954-11-10 2019-01-25


Zarracina, Nancy Kay (Olson) Nancy was born in Minnesota, on the 10th of November, 1954 to Mary Ann "Mickey" and Orlo Olson. She married Michael, the love of her life at the young age of 19, moved to California...

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Patricia Quarberg (Witry)

Patricia Quarberg (Witry)

1954-06-03 2016-09-22

Patricia Jo "Pat" (Witry) Quarberg, age 62, of Blaine, passed away peacefully on 9/22/2016. Preceded in death by father, Richard. Survived by mother, Joan; husband, Mark; brothers, David (Lana), Thomas (Melissa), and Robert (Jules); children, Terese (Scott) and Jonathan (Ali); many nieces, nephews, friends and a grandson-to-be. You could always find Pat planning a great party, shopping with her daughter, listening to the Beatles or cheering on MN teams with her family. Visitation Sunday 10/2, 4-6 pm with Memorial Service starting 6 pm at Cremation Society of MN, 7110 France Ave. S., Edina, MN. 952-924-4100. Interment: St. Mary's Cemetery Minneapolis, MN.

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Richard Jeffrey Scherz

Richard Jeffrey Scherz

1954-09-17 2016-01-08 View Memorial and Tributes
Ernie Kile

Ernie Kile

1953-12-19 2015-12-03

Ernie passed away from a heart attack in his home.  He is survived by his wife, Carol. brother, Rob; niece, Kim; great-niece, Cathie; great-great-niece, Ava; other relatives and friends.

Important to Ernie was love of his family, his faith, friends and his nursing career. He also had a great passion for fishing, boating, camping, cars and motorcycles

Published in the Star Tribune Published on December 5, 2015

Among those attending the funeral were several 1972 Cooper High School graduates, including Mike Bakken, Robert Reinert, and Steve Ingalls.

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Theresa Diane Cournoyer (Holladay)

Theresa Diane Cournoyer (Holladay)

1954-05-08 2015-12-01

Age 62 of New Hope, died on Tuesday, December 1, 2015. She loved playing cards and adored her Grandchildren.

Preceded in death by Parents, Wilber and Frances; 4 Siblings

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Teresa Rose Uzell (Therien)

Teresa Rose Uzell (Therien)

1954-02-28 2015-07-11

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Dan Baldridge

Dan Baldridge

1954-02-01 2015-07-02


Daniel Benjamin Baldridge, DDS, age 61, died Thursday, July 2, 2015, at his home in Leon County, Tallahassee, Fla.

He was the son of the late Edward Harvey Baldridge and Marjorie Graham Grindstaff Baldridge of Sylva, N.C. He was preceded in death by his brother, Edward Baldridge of Miami, Fla.; his cousin, Benjamin Cathey of Cullowhee, N.C.; and by his childhood caregivers, Sadie Luck and Lucy Ensley of Sylva, N.C., after the loss of his mother in 1961.

William Ervin St. Jacque

William Ervin St. Jacque

1953-11-08 2015-06-14 View Memorial and Tributes