Stageberg, Niles
Age 84 of Chanhassen
Went to join the love of his life, Marcella on November 20, 2017. Funeral Service 11 AM Monday, November 27 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7600 Cahill Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to the service. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials Preferred.
Fritz, Delores
Age 88 of Inver Grove Heights passed away November 8, 2017. Preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Kenneth, daughter Julie, son-in-law Ben, and daughter-in-law Sandy. Survived by son Lee; 3 grandchildren, 1 step-grandson and 5 great grand children.
Funeral service will be at 11 AM Friday, November 17 at Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church, 3239 70th St., IGH. Visitation 4-7 PM Thursday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., IGH. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Ziemer, Donna
Donna (Sobaski) Ziemer was born Nov. 19, 1931 and died Nov. 8, 2017 Preceded in death by parents, Rose and Frank Sobaski, brother Mel, sister Suzanne, and great-grandson, Anthony. She is survived by her beloved husband, Bill. They were married 62 years. Also survived by sons Kevin (Marleen) and Dave (Martha); daughters Becky (Tom), Ann, Pauline (Stan) and Jennifer (Dan). Also survived by brother Darrel Sobaski, sister-in-law Barb Sobaski, brother-in-law Jim (Mary), and 12 grandchildren. She was a teacher, a foster mother, and an active member of her church. She loved babies, hiking in the Rocky Mountains, reading and letter writing. She made friends everywhere she went. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Monday, November 20th at the Church of St. John Vianney, 840 19th St. No., South St Paul. Visitation 3-5 PM Sunday, November 19th at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, IGH also 9:30-10:30 prior to Mass at the church. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery. No flowers please, due to family allergies. Memorials preferred to Wakota Life Care Center, St. John Vianney Church, or donor’s choice.
“Kocham Cie”
Volbrecht, Susan
Age 52
Went peacefully to be with Jesus on November 10, 2017.
Survived by parents, Donald and Shirley, brothers & sisters-in-law, Steven & Marta; Daniel & Trina; niece, Emma; nephew, Noah; many cousins, uncles, aunts, and dear friends. Preceded in death by brother, Darrell; grandparents, Ewald & Loretta Sell; Walter & Frieda Volbrecht. Our sweet and precious Sue will be missed by all who knew her. Special thanks to Lifeworks, Living Well, and Our Lady of Peace Hospice for all their care, comfort and support.
Funeral service will be on Tuesday November 14 at 11am at Concordia Lutheran Church, 255 W Douglas St, South St. Paul, MN 55075. Visitation at 9:30am at the church. Burial will be at West Lawn Cemetery, Augusta, WI.
Brewer, Kathleen Mary
Age 74, raised in West 7th area
“The beautiful blond girl on Chatsworth”
Peacefully met her Savior Nov 6, 2017 surrounded by her husband and all 10 of her children. Preceded in death by father William F. Laird and brother James G. Laird. Survived by her mother Mary E. Laird (age 102), loving husband of 55 years Frank H. Brewer, children: Joe (Salina), Dan (Rachel), Mary Beth Moline, Laura (Steve) Amelse, Tom (Kerry), James (Carrie), Mark, Frank, Amy Rose (Jimmy) Reynolds, and Teresa (Jon) Voorhies and honorary son James Regnier. Also 23 grandchildren and 3 greats. Her smile was an ever present fixture throughout her devotion to her family, care of the disabled and ministry to others. Her joyous example of selflessness and faith will forever be our guide. Visitation 6-8 pm Monday, November 13th with prayer at 7:30 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave.,IGH. Mass of Catholic Burial 11 am Tuesday, November 14 at Church of St. Joseph, 1154 Seminole Ave.,West St. Paul, with visitation 1 hour prior. Luncheon following service. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to St. Paul’s Outreach, NET Ministries, or Wakota Life Care.
Joseph, Agnes
Age 95 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away peacefully on November 1, 2017
Survived and dearly loved by her many nieces & nephews and their families. Funeral Mass 11 AM, Saturday, November 11, 2017 with visitation one hour prior from 10-11 AM all at Holy Family Maronite Church, 1960 Lexington Ave., Mendota Heights, MN.
Nightengale, Diane (nee Bartell)
Loving Wife, Mother, Grandma & Sister
Age 76 passed away peacefully on October 25, 2017 in Danbury, WI.
Formerly of Inver Grove Heights, MN,
Preceded in death by daughter, Susan Scherer. Survived by loving husband of 55 years, Dick; children, Mark (Mindy), Jayne, Mike (Kellee), Steven (Mickie); son-in-law, Ken Scherer, brother, Jerry Bartell (Bonnie); grandchildren, Andrea, Brett, Karin, Kori, Jessica, Cymbre, Michael. Mass of Christian Burial, 10 AM with visitation one hour prior Friday, November 3 at St. Thomas Becket Catholic Church, 4455 S. Robert Trail, Eagan. Visitation 5-7 PM Thursday, November 2 at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., IGH.
Anderberg, Francis “Bingo”
Age 87 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 9, 2017. Preceded in death by parents, Hattie & Ernie; brothers, Paul & John; sister, Mary Nell. Survived by loving wife of 63 years, Mary (Rhody); children, Cindy (Carl) Swanson, Michael (Peggy), Mark, Paul & Patti (Paul) Bartholomew; grandchildren, Stephen, Ryan, Megan, Kevin, Caitlin, Kacie, Andrew; great-grandchildren, Kinsely & Elaine; other family & friends; also missed by his loyal dog, Mollie. Bingo was a Korean War Veteran serving in the US Air Force for 4 years. He loved camping, enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and family, telling a good joke and having a good laugh. He will be dearly missed. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Saturday, October 14th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4-8 PM Friday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. Also 9-10 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.
Swanson, Isabelle Cecile
Age 97 of South St. Paul, MN. Formerly of Argyle MN.
Isabelle Cecile Riopelle Swanson was born to Belle and Lawrence Riopelle on July 16, 1920 on the family farm near Argyle, MN. Isabelle married her high school sweetheart, Allard Swanson, on January 3, 1944. Isabelle and Allard were blessed with three daughters, Mary Ellen, Susan Kay, and Kay Marie. Isabelle was a wonderful mother and homemaker who loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was active in St Rose of Lima Catholic Church, as a foster grandparent, and with many other volunteer organizations. She loved entertaining and playing card games with friends. Isabelle made people laugh! She was an avid Minnesota Twins and Vikings fan. Isabelle was fun loving, kind hearted, caring and enjoyed life. At age 97, Isabelle passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She will be missed and fondly remembered forever. Isabelle is survived by Mary Ellen (Tommie Milton Sr.), Susan (Mason Hjelle), Kay (Marlon Lagred); grandchildren, Sara (Mike Kohn), Nick (Joa Hjelle), Zach (Heidi Lagred), Alexa (Nick Wirgau); step grandchildren, Almarie, Tommie Jr., Schannell, Randy, and Troy; great-grandchildren, Quinn, Myles and Madilyn Lagred; sister, Jean Ann Landreville; brother, Leonard Riopelle; sisters-in-law, Lois Dufault, Anna Mae Swanson, Margery Bockli; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Isabelle was preceded in death by her husband, Allard Swanson; parents, Belle and Lawrence Riopelle; brothers, Elfay Riopelle & Richard Riopelle.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM, Friday, October 13th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St, Inver Grove Heights, MN. Visitation one hour prior to Mass at church. Special thanks to HealthEast Hospice and Vista Prairie staff for their loving care.
Burger, Joseph F.
Age 81 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 5, 2017. Survived by loving wife of 53 years, Lonna; daughter, Barb Mitchell; son, Joe (Terry); 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers; also many loving family & friends. Joe was a born and raised rancher from Hebron, ND and a 10-year veteran of the Inver Grove Heights Fire Department. Memorial Service 10 AM Tuesday, October 10th, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7600 Cahill Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4-7 PM Monday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Also 9-10 AM prior to the service at church. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.