Al Hartman

Athena Skoura

Barb LaVigne (Hougdahl)

Barb worked as a social worker for Polk County, and has worked at Baldwin Area Medical Center for over 20 years.

Barbara LaVigne of rural Star Prairie left us unexpectedly on July 20, 2013 at Regions Hospital, after the sudden onset of serious health issues.

Barbara Joanne LaVigne was born February 4th, 1952, in Stevens Point, WI, to John and Margaret Hougdahl. She attended school in Colfax through her sophomore year, and graduated high school in St. Louis Park, MN. She graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in social work.

She married Nick LaVigne in 1979, and they had three children, Tyler, Anna, and...

Barrie Haskovitz

Brett Lehmann

Zlonis-Lehmann, Brett R. 62, of Maple Grove, went to his final concert May 27, 2014. Music, travel, gardening and the love of his wife, Gerri, brought immense joy to his life. He will be missed by family, friends and his canine buddy, Grover. Thanks to North Memorial Hospice for their kind support. Melanoma has no bounds. Wear Sun Protection! Memorials preferred to the family.

Bruce Raizes

Raizes, Bruce A. age 69 of St. Louis Park. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Dorothy Raizes. Survived by aunt, Shirley Ann Cohen; cousins, Joel Cohen, Jan Cohen, Donald Brown and other relatives and friends. Graveside service 1:00 pm THURSDAY October 14th at the ADATH YESHURUN CEMETERY, 5605 France Ave. So., Edina. The graveside service will be available on zoom. Email zoom5@hodroffepstein.com for the link. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Temple Israel. Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234 hodroffepstein.com

Bruce L Richardson

Carole Simon-Wolf (Alch)

In the presence of close friends and family, Carole Jean Simon (Alch), of Traverse City, transitioned to ancestorhood on Oct. 6, 2019 at 6:20 a.m. at the age of 67. Both daughters, Elizabeth (Lillie) Jean Wolff and Sarah Simon Wolff, were beside her at Munson Hospice House as she departed this plane. In her words, she had to "drop the body" after gracefully facing the course of a rare and incurable cancer. She was surrounded by family and friends throughout her final weeks, including her older siblings, Stephen Simon and Sharon Frank, and her dear friend and former husband, Glenn Wolff.

Carole approached her final years on her own terms, with style, wisdom and humor...

Carolyn L. McNeil

Charles M. Cornelius

Cornelius Charles M., age 52, of Elk River, died on October 14, 2004 after a courageous battle with cancer. Survived by his loving wife, Vicky; daughters, Mary, Rachael, Amy, Carolyn and Katherine. His mother, Jane; brother, Richard; and sister, Kathy Shafer. Also survived by mother-in-law, Jacky Austin. Funeral service 11 AM Tuesday at Christ Lutheran Church (Hwy. 101 at Cty. Rd. 39, Otsego). Visitation 4-8 PM Monday at Dare's Funeral Home, 805 Main St., Elk River, 763-441-1212, and 1 hour prior to services at church on Tuesday. Interment Orono Cemetery, Elk River, MN Memorials preferred. 

Claudia (Dee Dee) Noren

Age 67 of Champlin, passed away April 9, 2019 surrounded by family and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Lachlan M. and Shirley M. (nee Wilkinson) Noren; brother and sister-in-law, Randall J (Cheryl) Noren. Dee Dee was a bright light who looked at the world through rose-colored glasses. She was retired and a volunteer with Lutheran Social Services. Survived by daughter Jessica (Daniel) Sylvestre; grandson Vincent Noren-Sylvestre; siblings, Robert (Debra) Noren; Jude Savage; Nancy (Gary) Carpenter; and Pat (Lyle) Noren Enderson; uncle, Marlow O. Noren; friend, Cindy Olson; nieces, nephews, cousins and many other loving family and friends. Funeral service Friday April 26 at 6pm.

Craig L Mattson

At last, a son! Craig Luverne Mattson was born to Ralph and Frances Clauson Mattson on February 28, 1952 in Karlstad, MN. His first years were spent on a farm near Lake Bronson, MN. His family moved to Minneapolis, MN where he attended Calhoun Elementary School, Westwood Junior High and St. Louis Park High School graduating in 1970. While in high school Craig modified his car and did some drag racing at MN Dragways. Later on he customized a 1965 Nova which he raced at Brainerd International Raceway and Rock Falls, WI with his crew. He enrolled at Dunwoody Institute to learn the trade skill of welding only to be interrupted by a draft not...

Cynthia L. Ginsberg (Kunin)

Ginsberg, Cynthia Kunin age 57, of Minneapolis, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family after a courageous battle with uterine cancer. Survived by husband, David Ginsberg; children, Andrew (Emily), Todd, Adam, and Charles Ginsberg; grandson, Ethan and Eli; parents, Beverly & Paul Kunin; sisters, Jennifer Kunin and Wendi Kunin Tanner (Kenneth); mother-in-law and father-in-law, Doris & Ted Ginsberg; brothers-in-law, Gordon (Kate), and Joel (Sara) Ginsberg; nieces and nephews, Sam, Josh, Brody, Miya, Dana, Jessica, and Amanda; and a powerful & devoted circle of friends. The family is so thankful for their love and help. Funeral service WEDNESDAY (TODAY) 3:30 PM, TEMPLE I...

Dana Larson

Daniel White

Daniel S Oakes

Oakes, Daniel S. age 65 of Minneapolis, MN passed away on October 8, 2017. Cancer technically beat Dan, but he fought very hard for six years. He was still trying to qualify for a cancer study last week and was working as a much-loved Veterinarian at his clinic, Diamond Lake Animal Hospital, until Wednesday. Even though he couldn't go into the office, he refused to quit and continued to work from home. He passed away peacefully in his sleep with his family by his side. Preceded in death by his father, Arthur. Survived by his wife, Pat; his children, Krista (Colin Simmons), Kelsey, and Jeff; his grandchildren, Arona, Leon, and Simone; his mother, Marion; his s...

David Ketroser

Minneapolis, died due to complications of MS on November 7, 2019. Preceded in death by mother, Grace. He will be deeply missed by his wife and soulmate of seven years, Deidre; son Bryan (Nicole), grandson Matthew; sister Diane (Pat) Thurlow; brother Robert (Jane); sister Heidi Ketroser Massey; father Irwin; in-laws, cousins, nephews and nieces; and other family and friends including special angel, Reva Lear. David was born to Irwin and Grace Ketroser. He graduated from St. Louis Park School, attended Stanford and University of Minnesota Medical School where he earned his Medical Degree, specializing in neurology. He later earned his law degree at William Mitchell School of Law and was a l...

David Tabor

Tabor, David L. age 60, of Ham Lake. Preceded in death by sister, Jennifer Johnson; grandparents, Tabor and Stevens; father-in-law, Thomas Wiswell Sr.; brother-in-law, Rich Wiswell; niece, Rebecca Olson. Survived by loving wife and partner, Margaret (nee Wiswell); daughters, Heather Marie Tabor, Rachel Renee Shirpiro; 5 grandchildren; parents, John and Lorna Tabor; siblings, Gail (Chip) Shaefer, Bruce Tabor, Cynthia (BIL) Hopp; many other relatives and friends. Funeral service Thursday 1 PM, with visitation one hour prior at Miller Funeral Home, 6210 Hwy. 65 NE, Fridley, 763-571-1300. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Online condolences at: View Memorial and Tributes

David Weisman

Age 69, passed peacefully Dec 28, 2021 from complications of COVID-19. His mother, Rivian Weisman gave birth to him Sept 30, 1952 while in an iron lung during the Polio epidemic. A kind, gentle, loving free-spirit, with an undying devotion to his daughter, Sarah, he will be remembered by his weekly "Shabbat Shalom, Love Always" texts and his everlasting love of chocolate malts. Preceded in death by his wife: Becky Weisman, and parents: Paul & Rivian Weisman, who we believe are welcoming him to a world free of any earthly hurts and pains. David is survived by his daughter: Sarah Weisman & fiancé, Tony Schmitz; sister: Parrel Weisman Caplan; brother: Billy Weisman, & part...

David D. Smith

David Haynes Skoro

"Captain Dave," David Haynes Skoro, age 68, of Bayfield, WI, passed away Saturday, April 3rd, 2021 in Minneapolis, MN, due to a brief illness. Captain Dave was an iconic figure in Bayfield and the surrounding area for decades. His influence, humor, personable nature, and expertise touched literally hundreds of people spreading far beyond the local confines of Bayfield. Throughout his life Dave wore many caps of mastery from mechanical tinkering, photography, to printmaking and knowledge of typography, and graphics salesman, to his outstanding skill as a sailor and teacher of sailing, working at various sailing businesses including Sailor’s World in Wayzata MN. He’d reached the...

Dawn Vergamini (Dougherty)

Superior WI, went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 24, 2022, with her family at her side, at Solvay Hospice House. She was born in Decorah, Iowa in 1952 to Robert and Fern Dougherty, grew up in St. Louis Park, MN, graduated from Concordia College of Moorhead in 1974, and completed Physical Therapy studies at the Mayo Clinic in 1976, practicing in various facilities until her retirement in 2000.

Dawn married Greg Vergamini shortly after completing Physical Therapy School, and they raised two daughters who remain their pride and joy. She was active in both worship and service in multiple roles at Bayside Baptist Church, of Superior, and loved her...

Dean R. Benjamin

Deborah K. Sims (Anton)

Deborah L. Johnson (Lauer)

Dennis R. Nordstrom

Dona L. Taylor (Miyazaki)

Donald C. Aldrich

Aldrich, Don "Dondo" C. age 59, died May 15, 2012. Preceded in death by mother, Dorinda Aldrich. Survived by wife, Cynthia; father Anthony; brothers, Robert (Jane), Alan, Steven (Nancy); 9 nephews, 4 nieces, 8 grand nephews, 3 grand nieces; and many stupendous friends. A celebration of Don's life will be on May 24, 2012 at 2:30 PM, Castle Chess Club, 1121 Jackson Street, #134, Minneapolis, MN 55413. As he requested, no flowers, no ties. From 5-7 PM, Don will be holding court for the last time at the Bulldog NE, 401 East Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis 55414 As he requested, no flowers, no ties.

Donna Marie Vollmer (Mark)

Donna Marie (Mark) Vollmer ...April 8, 1952 - March 27, 2004.......Class of 1970......Vollmer Donna M., age 51, of New Hope. Preceded in death by husband, Steven; parents, Carl & Dorothy Mark. Survived by daughter & son- in-law, Sherry & Rich Ruohonen; granddaughter, Hannah; sisters, Judy (Wally) Sanford, Kay (Bill) Peterson; brother, Greg Mark; and other family & friends. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial Wed., 10 AM at St. Raphael's Catholic Church, 7301 Bass Lake Road, Crystal. Visitation with the family Tuesday (TONIGHT), 4-7 PM at Kapala-Glodek-Malone Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 7800 Bass Lake Road, New Hope

Doug Cook