Age 93 of South St. Paul

Geraldine “Gerry” passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Ken Sr.; her son, Chick; and many loving family members.

Gerry is survived by her daughter, Barb, and her son, Ken Jr.; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, loving relatives, and dear friends.

Gerry was full of life and had a true zest for living. She was always planning an event and taking care of others, and her energy and kindness touched everyone around her. She was the life of the party and brought laughter and joy wherever she went.

A champion speed skater in her younger years, Gerry carried that same spirit and determination throughout her life. She was a devoted wife and mother and a dear friend to many. Her warmth, generosity, and love for family will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

Burial will be private. A Celebration of Life will be held on August 1, 2026 in South St. Paul. The exact time and location will be announced at a later date.

Age 34 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2026. Preceded in death by grandparents, aunts and uncles.

Survived by parents, Paul & JoEllen; sister, Emily (Joe) Knopik; nieces, Mae & Louise Knopik; also other close family & friends.

Paul had a larger than life personality, a way to get someone to smile and laugh, and always wanted to help people. Paul loved music; he loved to play his guitar and loved to write. He enjoyed fishing, being outside, and family vacations. He had a strong faith and loved researching the Bible. He loved his two nieces, Mae & Louise deeply!

“It broke our hearts to lose him,

But he did not go alone,

For part of us went with him,

The day God called him home.”

A private Catholic Funeral Mass and Burial will be held for Paul.

Age 77 of Inver Grove Heights.

March 6, 1948 ~ February 28, 2026

Passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026.

Preceded in death by parents, Cecil & Leoma Rich; brothers, Al Rich, Steve Rich; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Raymond & Lorraine Tobias.

Survived by husband, Larry Tobias; sons, Shawn (Cyndi) Tobias, Marc (Heather) Tobias, Christopher (Cindy) Tobias; grandchildren, Cameron, Sarah, Michael, Matthew, Megan, Brady, Cooper, Silas, Everlee; great-grandchild, Lucas; sister, Carolyn Benson.

Beckii was born in Wichita,KS to Leoma and Cecil Rich. She shared close to 58 years of marriage with her husband, Larry. Together they built a life centered on family, raising their three sons and supporting them in their many activities and sporting events.

Beckii worked for over 20 years in the Public Works Department for the City of Inver Grove Heights. She was also a life member of the Moose Lodge, receiving the Academy of Friendship degree in 1997 and the College of Regents in 1999.

She enjoyed traveling, especially cruises, with her most memorable trip being an Alaskan cruise. Beckii was an avid collector, she enjoyed bowling, crafting, playing cards, working on puzzles, and spending time with family and friends. She valued conversation and time together, and she was always happiest surrounded by the people she loved.

Beckii will be remembered for her devotion to her family and the many moments shared with those closest to her. Her memory will live on through her family and friends.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm with a prayer service at 12:15 pm on Sunday, March 15^th at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights, MN. A Luncheon/Celebration of Life will immediately follow at the Moose Lodge #1088, 5927 Concord Blvd., Inver Grove Heights, MN until 4:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, we are requesting donations to Moose Charities  in memory of Rebekah Tobias. https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsecure3.convio.net%2Fmoose%2Fsite%2FDonation2%3Bjsessionid%3D00000000.app30133b%3Fidb%3D2006751839%26DONATION_LEVEL_ID_SELECTED%3D1%26df_id%3D1560%261560.donation%3Dform1%26mfc_pref%3DT%26NONCE_TOKEN%3DFC1CC000A0EA1D9A77F070495E479EA4%26idb%3D0&data=05%7C02%7C%7C5a32cd6e91284d26596108de7aeb4afd%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C639083348143413217%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ov3JIK3e64cqq0dxId6AMn7fT2BXdekjYtELXfoUmwI%3D&reserved=0

Checks can be made payable to Moose Charities, in memo line “In memory of Rebekah Tobias”.

Age 92, of South St Paul.

Passed away on January 4, 2026.

Preceded in death by beloved husband, Nicholas “Bob” Schiller.

Tallie was good-natured with a warm heart, generous spirit and a huge smile.

A lifelong resident of South St Paul, Tallie graduated in 1953.

She was deeply proud of her Serbian roots. She adored her husband, Bob, whose dying words to her were, “us crazy kids we had a good life” and indeed they did.

Tallie really treasured their moments together; fishing, visiting casinos, and relaxing in the home they built and lived together for nearly their whole lives.

Fiercely independent and sharp as a tack, Tallie enjoyed putting together complicated puzzles, shopping and being in charge of her own home right to the end.

In later years, Tallie was also known as the candy lady because she loved handing out candy to everyone she met.

Funeral Service will be held 1:00 pm on Tuesday, March 10^th at Grace Lutheran Church, 155 8th Ave. S., South St. Paul, MN. Private Interment was held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Special thanks to the friends who helped with her care.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Grace Lutheran Church.

Age 65 of North Branch, MN, passed on February 27, 2026.

Preceded in death by parents, Delano & Rheta Wollin.

Survived by husband, Robert; children, Doug (Christy) Wollin, Robert Bauer Jr., Jeanne (Scott) Tadych, Tom (Sheila) Bauer; grandchildren, Dawson & Crosby, Jackie (Ryan) & Nikki (Matt), Shayna (Heath), Alysia (Adam) & Kayla; great-grandchildren, Logan & Hailey, Karsyn, Hayden & Callan, Evelyn & Elijah, Tyra, Jordan & Aidan; great-great-grandchild, Kira. Siblings, Ann (Mike) Adams, Dale (Gail) Wollin, Yvonne (Steve) Hayes, Rose (Russ) Machelski, Ken (Michele) Wollin, Glen (Stephanie) Wollin. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

We loved Sylvia and will miss her dearly.

She loved to spend time with family and friends, travel, read, play cards, crochet and do puzzles. She enjoyed the sunny warm weather, and purple was her favorite color. She is remembered as her grandmother’s favorite granddaughter and was a very caring, giving person who was always ready and willing to help.

Burial at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in the springtime.

Age 82, of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota

Passed away on February 28, 2026, after a brief hospitalization and a courageous six‑month battle with colon cancer. He was born on February 13, 1944, in Crowley, Louisiana.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Elaine; his daughter, Evelyn Rose Payne (Robert); his son, Ronald; his sister, Doris (Clifton) Trahan of West Lake, LA; and his brother, Percy (Joyce) of Alexandria, LA. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Greg Smith (Alyssa) of Massachusetts, Linda Lucia (Nik Koehnen), Marissa Warren (Alfredo Rodriguez), Marcus Warren, and Xavier Lucia; three step‑grandchildren; great‑grandchildren, Luna and Aurora; and six step great‑grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie and Etile Abshire; and his siblings JD Broussard, Rodney, Willie Jr., Dalton, Elton, and Genevieve.

Jerry worked 30 years in maintenance at McDonald’s and later continued helping others through various odd jobs. He was known for his skill in mechanics and carpentry and for always being the one his family could rely on to fix anything.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Friday, March 6^th at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights, MN.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff of Woodwinds Hospital and St. Croix Hospice for their compassionate care. Memorial contributions may be made to the family’s GoFundMe or directly to his surviving spouse. https://gofund.me/e154cca55

Age 80, a resident of New Perspective Assisted Living, St. Paul.

Passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026. Preceded in death by parents, Paul & Muriel Muyres.

Survived by brothers, Walter, Alan (Faye); sister, Darlene (Rich) Collette. Also survived by nieces & nephews.

Age 88 of Inver Grove Heights.

Thomas passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Preceded in death by wife, Joan; son, Bob; his parents, Gertrude and Harold Pieper; his brother, Lawrence Pieper; and sister and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Don Grittner. Survived by his children, Paul (Lisa Keith), John and Jim (Katherine) Pieper, Julie (Joe) Warner, and Susan (Mark) Kahle; 12 Grandchildren; 7 Great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Kathy Pieper, Donna, Debbie DaBruzzi, Kathy (Ron) Hartley; brother-in-law, Ron (Judy) DaBruzzi.

Tom was a B-52 mechanic for the United States Air force, and worked for American bakeries. Thomas loved to spend time with his family, specifically his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He spent many hours serving on different civic and religious organizations. He loved to curl and to travel the world with his wife.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 19th at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9:00-10:00 AM prior to Mass. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to SSP Educational Foundation-Tom Pieper Scholarship. 

Age 66 of Oakdale, formerly of Northfield, MN.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on February 18, 2026.

Preceded in death by father, Robert Broderick and sister, Tammy Broderick.

Survived by loving wife of 47 years, Tammy; daughter, Michelle (Jeremy) Broderick; granddaughter, Reagan Broderick; grandson, Logan Broderick; mother, Gladyce; siblings, Renee (Joe) Rezac, Martin Broderick, Sherri (Randy) Jacobson, Jerry (Michele) Broderick, Julie Meyer; sisters-in-law, Denise Warner and Rosemarie (Kevin) Carden; also, many nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

Robert loved to play any type of game (and was very competitive!), especially cards, softball, and online gaming. He joined the U.S. Navy as soon as he graduated from high school, he served for 18+ years before taking early retirement in 1995. He loved computers so he became an IT Technician, working for several companies, and retired from 3M in 2021. He and Tammy loved to travel, especially road trips and visiting his bucket list destinations (Alaska, Australia, New Zealand and his favorite Ireland, to name a few). He was an avid sports fan, especially the Minnesota Vikings and Twins. His biggest passion was for his family, and his favorite title was Grandpa!

Funeral Service 10:30 am Thursday, February 26th at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9:30 am – 10:30 am prior to the service. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Disabled American Veterans (DAV).

January 1, 1939 ~ February 13, 2026

Henry Sarin Yos passed away peacefully at home on February 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Sarin shared 63 years of marriage with his deeply devoted wife, Phally Yos (Yin). They were married on June 5, 1963, building a lifetime of shared history, resilience, and family.

Sarin’s life was deeply rooted in family. He was a father who always wanted the best for his only son, Chanthou, instilling the values of discipline and respect. While his guidance could be strict, his dedication to his son’s future was unwavering. He was adamant to become an American Citizen and provide opportunities for his family and community. Henry was deeply affected by the early loss of Chanthou, a grief he carried for the rest of his life.

He was also a devoted and loving grandfather, finding great joy, pride, and purpose in his grandchildren. His love, guidance, and presence will remain a lasting part of their lives.

Sarin was born in Cambodia on January 1, 1939, Sarin lived a life defined by perseverance, strength, and a demand for respect. As the youngest of six siblings and the last surviving member of his immediate family, he carried himself with quiet resilience and wisdom. In Cambodia, Sarin worked at the American Embassy, where he was known for his reliability and dedication. In April 1975, he made the courageous journey to the United States as one of the first Cambodian families seeking refuge during a time of great uncertainty.

Sarin was a respected and well-known figure within the Cambodian community. He was known for his generosity, guidance, and willingness to help others. He played an important role in assisting numerous families as they began new lives in America and was fondly remembered for helping bring people together, including arranging marriages that grew into many happy unions.

Sarin was preceded in death by his beloved son, Chanthou, and his grandson, Brayden William Chanthou Yos.

He is survived by his loyal loving wife, Phally Yos, and his beloved grandchildren: Devontay Yos, Tawny Yos, Mariah Yos, and Kyle Yos.

Henry will be remembered his enduring presence, and the lasting impact he made on his family and community.

Visitation 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 28th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. Interment Pleasant View Gardens Cemetery, Burnsville MN.