Meyers, Tiffany Marie
Age 32 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away unexpectedly on February 25, 2018. Preceded in death by grandparents, Dee & Shirley Meyers and Richard & Shirley Hayes. Survived by loving parents, Joe & Patty; brother, Rob; sister, Jodee (Aaron) Enfield; godmother to nieces, Avah & Yllena and nephew, Aaron Joseph; also other family and many friends. Tiffany was a free spirit who will be dearly missed. Mass of Christian Burial 12 Noon Saturday, March 3rd, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3353 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4-8 PM Friday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., IGH. Also 11 AM-!2 Noon prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.
Twining, Eleanor
(Nee Chumbley)
We are heartbroken to announce our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Eleanor Twining of Inver Grove Hts., MN passed away on February 20, 2018. Eleanor was born November 15, 1925 on a farm south of Indianola, Iowa in the Brown Chapel neighborhood to Joseph and Catherine (Brebner) Chumbley. She attended Mt. Moriah, a country school, through 8th grade, then 9th through 12th grades at Indianola High School. Upon graduation she moved to Des Moines, IA and began work as a secretary at Equitable Life Insurance Company of IA. She remained there until 1948 when she accepted a position as executive secretary to the president of State Automobile and Casualty Underwriters in Des Moines. On December 4th, 1948 she was united in marriage to Calvin Twining in Davenport, IA at the First Presbyterian Church. Four Children were born to this happy marriage, twin daughters, Candy and Cristy; a son, Brett; and another daughter, Mary. They lived in Des Moines, IA until 1968 when they purchased Minnesota Precast Industries Inc. and moved to South St. Paul, MN. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Roy and Glenn Chumbley of IA; and her sister, Mildred Shuell of Oregon. She is survived by her loving husband, Calvin; her children, Candy (Jeff) Hazen, Cris (Tony) Kallas, Brett Twining, Mary (Jim) Overby; her grandchildren, Jason (Jen) and Jeff Kallas and Lindsay and Molly Overby; along with many nieces and nephews. Eleanor was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of South St. Paul, P.E.O. Chapter H, and the South St. Paul Study Club. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, March 2nd, at 11:00 am at First Presbyterian Church, 535 20th Ave. No., South St. Paul. Family will greet friends beginning at 10 am. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to P.E.O. Chapter H, The South St. Paul Public Library, The First Presbyterian Church of South St. Paul or HealthEast The Pillars Hospice.
Kincade, Mayrlo “Toot”
Age 50 of Farmington, MN
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on February 17, 2018 after a courageous battle with cancer. Preceded in death by parents, Syl & Pat Grodnick. Survived by loving husband, Kevin; daughters, Kennedy & Kaitlin; brother, Max (Kim) Grodnick; sister, Rebecca Guertin; also nieces, nephews & many friends. Toot loved being with her family and friend especially at the cabin. A Celebration of Life will be held from 4-8 PM Thursday, March 1st, with a time of sharing beginning at 7:30 PM at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights.
Fischer, Romaine
Age 82 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away on February 17, 2018. Survived by son Allen (Denise); daughters, Debra (Tim) Spahn, Denise, & Doreen (Tyler) Mummert; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; brothers, Darrel (Becky) & Curt (Ruth) Harmon; also many family and friends. Romaine deeply loved her family especially her great-grandchildren. Memorial Service 11 AM Thursday, February 22nd, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to the service. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to the Lost Chord Club.
Ewald, Geoffrey S.
Age 64 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away unexpectedly on February 14th, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, George & Gertrude. Survived by wife, Pam; step-daughter, Tonia (Kurt); grandsons, Joe (Andreanna), Sam, Anthony (Paloma); great-grandchildren, Shane & Mila; brothers, George (Candy), Greg (Deb), Gary (Linda) & Gerry; also many other relatives & countless friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Geoff worked at NWA/Delta Airlines for the past 33 years. Memorial Service 1:30 PM Monday, February 19th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10:30 am – 1:30 pm prior to the service. Luncheon to immediately follow the service.
Hopkins, Rev. Micheal John
Age 47, of Farmington, MN
Micheal John Hopkins, age 47, of Farmington, MN gained his Heavenly reward on Saturday, February 10th, 2018. He went home while being surrounded by his family and friends. With unwavering faith, he courageously fought his battle with kidney cancer.
Mike was born to Gary and Ruth Hopkins on March 10th, 1970 in Knoxville, IA. In 1988, he graduated from Hudson High School. He went on to attend Dakota County Vocational College, where he met his wife, Carol Hopkins. They married on April 17th, 1993. Together, they made an incredible team and loved to serve others and Jesus.
Mike attended church at Zion Pentecostal Assembly in Inver Grove Heights, where he served as a minister. He was an entrepreneur who worked as a software engineer for Great Call and a health coach for My Health 90. He also founded several volunteer and community outreach programs including Mission 25 and Community Connection.
His family meant everything to him. He loved playing with his grandchildren, mushroom hunting, and flea market shopping with Carol. When he was outdoors, he was in his element. He loved all things hunting, fishing, firearms and camo. He believed anything could be fixed with a mobile app, an 11 minute nap, or duct tape. His hobbies included calculating random facts and data, playing the banjo, and making Carol’s crazy ideas a reality.
No matter your age, social status, or background, you were important to Mike. He loved unconditionally and gave selflessly. He never forgot a name. He was an inspiration to all those around him and has left an impact on each and every life he has come in contact with.
From atheist to minister, his life was a testament of the transformation, only God can do. He never forgot where God brought him from and reaching lost souls with the Gospel became his passion. He wanted everyone to experience what he had experienced. He loved Jesus and loved like Jesus.
He is preceded in death by grandparents, John (Gladys) Skrakrud, John (Vera) Hopkins; baby brother, Eric Hopkins; father-in-law, Paul Irrthum.
He is survived by parents, Gary and Ruth Hopkins; wife, Carol Hopkins; children, Terryn (Tony) Kocemba, John (Sara) Hopkins, Dani Jo Hopkins; grandchildren, Henry, Gabriel, Raelee, Owen; siblings, Patrick Hopkins (LaTisha), Brian Hopkins (Angie), Katy Gagne (Tim); mother-in-law, Sara Irrthum; brother-in-law, Daniel Irrthum; also many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Friday, February 16th 4:00 – 8:00 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. Funeral Service Saturday, February 17th 11:00 am Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 7600 Cahill Ave. Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment St. Pius V. Church Cemetery, Cannon Falls, MN.
O’Brien, Demaris
Born March 31, 1926, of Inver Grove Heights,
passed away peacefully on February 5th, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomond O’Brien, her parents and her sisters. She is survived by son Thomond Barry O’Brien, daughter Caragh O’Brien Bartness, son-in-law Keven Bartness, whom she called “The Hero”, her granddaughter Logan Bartness, grandsons Conor Bartness and Colin Goligoski.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Monday, February 12th at the Church of St. John Neumann, 4030 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN. Visitation 9:30-10:30 am prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery, Inver Grove Heights, MN.
Novotny, Marion
Age 83 of South St. Paul
Passed away peacefully on January 31, 2018. Marion was born on May 23, 1934 in St. Patrick, MN to Anna & Henry Cavanaugh. She graduated from Montgomery High School. Marion married Gillard E. Novotny on September 30, 1954 at the Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery. She was first and foremost a homemaker, raising her children and baking her sweet treats. Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother. Preceded in death by parents, Henry & Anna (Horish) Cavanaugh; beloved sisters, Lorraine & Donna (Beckers). Survived by her loving husband, Gillard of 63 years; children, Roger (Rose) Novotny, Roxanne (Greg) Kronick & Scott (Amy) Novotny; 8 grandchildren, Bob & Dan Kronick, Trent (Chelsey), Shaina, Nicole, Bridget, Olivia & Nathan Novotny; 3 great-grandchildren, Cooper, Brody & Alexis; beloved brother, Leonard (Betty) Cavanaugh; brother-in-law, Joe Beckers; also many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Friday, February 2nd, at the Church of St. John Vianney, 789 17th Ave. No., South St. Paul. Visitation 9:30-10:30 am prior to Mass at church. Private family interment Oak Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.
Morton, Karol Beatrice (Sweetman)
Passed away quietly in the beauty of a perfect winter morning on Friday, January 26, 2018. Homemaker, community builder, and Secular Franciscan for over 47 years, she welcomed all who crossed her path – friends, family, and strangers alike. She welcomed, and provided shelter to refugees, opened her home and family to numerous foster children, and international guests including a Special Olympian and his family from Northern Ireland. An avid bridge player and writer, she built many lifelong friendships. Always encouraging others to trust in their own dreams, she mentored first-time writers who then became authors. The kitchen table always had enough room and all those who joined had a goodly share. Peacemaker, boat rocker, and giver of dignity, she devoted her heart, time, and resources tirelessly to those most in need. Persons experiencing homelessness were of particular importance. She supported Listening House in St Paul and gathered many others to make an even greater impact. Karol married Richard Clair Morton while attending Purdue University in Indiana in 1957. In their 60 years together they had many adventures. Karol is survived by her husband, Richard; two sisters, Sally Barringer and Penny Schricker; five children, Michael Morton, Susan (Richard) Moore Clark, William (Perky) Morton, Katherine (John) Morton-Aslanis, Barbara (Michael) Heitzig; grandchildren, Timothy, Joshua, Matthew, Maya, Laura, Joe, Grace, and Lloyd; great-granddaughter, Emily; and many other relatives and friends. An extraordinary woman, she changed the world with each act of kindness and grace, and set an example for us all. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 am on Saturday, February 3, 2018, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St. East, Inver Grove Heights, MN. Visitation at the church 9:00-11:00 am prior to Mass. Burial in the spring, date to be determined. In lieu of flowers donations encouraged to Listening House in St Paul, or other organizations supporting the dignity and humanity of individuals.
Kanitz, George A.
Born Aug. 3, 1956, died Jan. 27, 2018, at age 61
After a long Battle with cancer. Preceded in death by father, Leonard; sister, Luella Mitchell. Survived by mother, Angeline McDonald; brothers, Edward (Gloria), Leonard (Ellen) & Roger (Mary); also many nieces & nephews. Memorial Service 12 Noon, Saturday, Feb, 10th, at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church, 7160 So. Robert Trail, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077. Visitation one hour prior. Lunch to follow.