Fleming, Jacalyn R.
Age 56 of Minneapolis, formerly of South St. Paul.
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 15, 2018. Preceded in death by father, John Fleming; sister, Cynthia Fleming. Survived by mother, Gloria Hughes; sister, Cathryn (Larry) Dimmen. Jacalyn graduated from South St. Paul High School and Gustavus Adolphus College. She received her Master’s degree at the University of Nebraska and her teaching credentials from San Jose State University. She graduated from Albany Law School in 2001 and was admitted to the Bar at the US District Court of New York. A Memorial Gathering will be held from 5-8 PM Monday, July 23rd, at Roberts Funeral Home. 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to MN Ovarian Cancer Association (MOCA) or Land Stewardship Project.
Mitshulis, Marvin A. “Buzz”
September 28, 1934 ~ July 16, 2018
Preceded in death by parents, Louis & Ann (Tomlin); brothers, Louis (Mary) & Charles; nephew, Louis. Survived by best friend and devoted wife of 57 years, Ruth; sisters, Patricia Mitshulis, Frances Mitshulis & Antoinette (Don) Welk; brother, George (Lynne); also many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Buzz was a kind, wonderful and generous man and will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him. Rest in Peace. Private family services were held.
Blazek, Scott
Age 58 of Woodbury, MN, formerly of Inver Grove Heights, MN,
Passed away peacefully on July 13, 2018. Scott is survived by his wife, Michelle (Larson); parents Nicholas and Germaine; brothers Michael (Leslie Bujold), Troy (Alla), Trent (Liubov); sister Tania(Jason). Visitation 4-8 pm Thursday, July 19 at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., IGH, MN. Funeral Service 11 am Friday, July 20 at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 7070 Bovey Ave., Inver Grove Heights, MN, followed by a light luncheon.
Johnston, James Melvin Jr.
Age 83 of Inver Grove Heights
Born to James Sr., and Lillian (Lind) on 11/1/1934 in St. Paul. Married Margaret (Peggy) Nelson an 9/5/1959 and built their home on Simley Lake. He is survived by wife of 59 years, Peggy; children, Lynn (Jim) Reed, Terri (Dave) Lambach, Mark (Michelle) & P. J. (Rachelle); grandchildren, Kari(Jared), Nikki (Zach), William, Christopher (Bre), Lisa (Justin), Elizabeth (Nate), Ben, Hunter & Amanda; great-grandchildren, Gemma, Grace, Nora, Margaret (Maggie) and Leo James. Jim worked as a welder and diesel mechanic. He enjoyed many many hobbies and served his community as a reserve police officer and a volunteer fire fighter. Dad taught us all to ride motorcycles and snowmobiles. He liked hill climbing, restoring cars, his favorite was his Candy Apple red Mustang, and building and flying model airplanes. He rode a Harley when people thought they were all Hells angels, him and friends could clear a park. He was a proud member of the Mayflower Society and served in the Army Reserves. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Monday, July 16th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 6-8 PM, Sunday July 15th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Also 10-11 Am prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.
Jacquelyn Dorothy Norton, Smith, Hanson (1927-2018)
With much sadness our mother passed away peacefully on June 29, 2018 at the Estates of Greeley, Stillwater, Minnesota. Jackie was survived by her brother, Richard Norton. She was also survived by her children, Penny Smith Odom, Linda Smith Thompson, Cynthia Smith Schmitz, Michael Smith, Deborah Smith Krump, Bradley Smith, Paulette Smith Dennler and step-children, Dee Hanson Campeau, Irv Hanson, Dale Hanson, Linda Hanson McKeever, Cindy Hanson Stevensen, Bruce Hanson, Julie Hanson Grunwald, Bernie Hanson and Nancy Hanson Johnston. In addition, Jackie welcomed many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held on: Thursday July 5, 2018, 4:00pm to 7:00pm Eulogy at 7:00 pm Roberts Funeral Home 8108 Barbara Avenue Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. Interment on Friday July 6, 2018, 12:00 noon Acacia Park Cemetery, 2151 Pilot Knob Road Mendota, MN 55012.
Barton, Richard Adams
Age 66, passed away on June 29, 2018.
Survived by wife, Jill; children, Ben (Meg) Barton, Jessica (Jason) Whitney, Jody (Brody) Delau, Molly (Bob) Urman, Audrey (Joe) Illetschko, and many many grand/great-grandchildren. Memorial Service 1:00 PM, Monday, July 2 at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. Visitation 11-1 prior to service. Luncheon to follow.
Schunk, William Francis
86, of Inver Grove Heights (44 years)
Passed away on June 28, 2018, with loving family at his side. Bill was born on February 14th,1932 and proudly proclaimed himself a “natural born lover”. He will be greatly missed by all those fortunate enough to have known him. Bill is a Graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Software Engineer of 35 years (Control Data, Honeywell, U.S. Navy), accomplished outdoorsman and last but not least a Green Bay Packers fan. He was preceded in death by his father, George and mother, Frances(Cooney) Schunk; brothers, Duayne, George Jr. and LaVern Schunk; sisters, Evelyn Schroeder, Juanita Zorn, Letitia Rawn, and Darlene Wallack. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, former Lt. Governor of Minnesota Mae (Gasparac) and his son Benjamin (Amy Twedt); brother, John “Jack” of Snohomish, WA and sisters, JoAnn Caswell of Stanley, WI and Yvonne Slowiak of Acron, OH. A visitation and service celebrating Bill’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. respectively Monday, July 2nd at Emanuel Lutheran Church 2075 70th St. E. Inver Grove Heights, MN. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to MN Veterans.
Johnson, Lorna Fern
Age 95 of Inver Grove Heights
A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 2-6 PM Saturday, June 30th, 2018 at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. E., Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077.
Danner, Donald A. CMSgt. (ret.)
Age 80 of Inver Grove Heights
Was killed Saturday, June 23, 2018 in a traffic accident in Colorado. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Olga. Survived by loving wife of 30 years, Liz; daughter, Carol (Lee) Erickson; sons, David & Nick; grandchildren, Alycia (Terrell), Michael, James (Lindsey), David, Christopher, Anna; 3 great-grandchildren; siblings, Ken (Janice), Jane (Keith) Kromschroeder, & Joan (Gerry) Bruhn; also many nieces, nephews, relatives & friends. After retiring from the MN Air National Guard as a Chief Master Sgt. and civil service, his passion became riding his motorcycle. He will be dearly missed by many. Visitation 4-8 PM Friday, June 29th, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 2075 70th St., Inver Grove Heights. Funeral Service 11 AM Saturday, June 30th, also at Emanuel Lutheran Church with visitation 10-11 AM prior to the service. Interment Emanuel Church Cemetery. Memorials preferred to the church.
Olson, Arlan W.
Age 75 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away peacefully on June 16, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, Karl & Anna; brother, Douglas. Survived by wife, Dianne; children, Nancy (Max), Kathy (George), Sally (Stew), April (Tom), Kris & Danny; 8 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; sister, Karen (Chuck); also many other relatives & friends. Funeral Service 6:00 PM Thursday, June 21st, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4:00-6:00 PM prior to the service. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.