Schille, LaVerne A.
Age 88 of Inver Grove Heights.
Went to be with the Lord on April 20, 2018. Preceded in death by husband, Maurice; daughter, Catherine; parents, Bernard and Veronica Danzl; brothers, Robert, James & Leo Danzl; son-in-law, Francisco Delgado. Survived by daughter, Constance Delgado; sons, Michael, Jeffrey (Melissa) & Patrick (Cynthia); 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, LaDonna, Darlene & Mary Kay; sister-in-law, LaVonne; also nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. LaVerne was a loving mother and gave generously of herself. She loved music and was a member of Music Makers, the Order of Franciscans, Net Ministries, St. Pat’s Church and Resurrection Choirs. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, April 25th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9-11 AM prior to Mass. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. Memorials preferred.
Lund, Judith A.
Age 76
Passed away peacefully at her home in Rosemount, MN, surrounded by family on April 17, 2018. She will be always remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandma, great-grandma, sister, aunt, teacher & friend. Survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Olaf; children, Linda (Jim), Christine (Jim), Pam (Keith) & Bill (Lisa); 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Janice & Nancy. Private Family Services were held. In lieu of flowers memorials in her honor may be made to Alz.org.
Kostrzewski, Eleanor
Age 79 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April; 14, 2018. Survived by loving husband of 62 years, Adolph; children, Ken, Carolyn (Wayne), Tammie (David), Terrie, Tracy, Shannie, Brad (special friend, Stephanie); many grandchildren & great-grandchildren; sister, Adrienne (Vance); brother, Arlynn (Carol). Funeral Service 11 AM Friday, April 20th, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 2075 70th St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9-11 AM prior to the service. Interment Emanuel Church Cemetery.
Seals, Mary Virginia “Ginny”
Age 89 of West St. Paul, MN
Passed away peacefully at home on April 13, 2018, surrounded by her loving family. She is preceded in death by her devoted husband, Sheriff Russell Seals, Jr.; parents, Paul and Samantha Vaughn, and sister, Glenna. Ginny was born August 23, 1928 and raised in East St. Louis, Illinois. She had a long career as a legal secretary in Nebraska City, Nebraska and also assisted her husband in his sheriff’s duties. A year after her husband’s death in 1982, Ginny moved to St. Paul to be closer to her children. She then worked as assistant to the president of Commercial State Bank in St. Paul for many years.
Ginny was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Her strength, feisty spirit, and deep faith lives on in those who will forever love and remember her: children Randy (Linda) Seals; Jeri (Gregg) Weigand; Joyce (Patrick) Roddy, and John (Pam) Seals; grandchildren Jason (Lori) Seals; Kallie (Misha) Orlova: Jared (Kristi) Roddy; Karissa (Adam) Drew; Erin Roddy; Logan (Katie) Roddy; Kara Weigand, and Piper Seals; great grandchildren George, Noah, Meadow, Nadeen, Veronika, Amelia, Sullivan, Lyubov, Michael “Frankie”, many nieces, and a nephew.
Ginny leaves behind her loving companion, Jim Stickler, who provided much joy to her for almost 24 years. The special bond they shared gave her great happiness and she and her family and are thankful for his presence in her and their lives. She will also be missed by a host of longtime friends.
A very special thanks to Jodi at Health Partners Hospice and the wonderful staff of the Sanctuary in West St. Paul for all of their devotion and attention to Mom.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 17th at 10:00 a.m. prior to the memorial service at 11:00 a.m., First Presbyterian Church, 535 20th Avenue North, South St. Paul, MN 55075. Lunch will follow the service at the church.
Memorial preferred to the ULLR Foundation or Feed My Starving Children.
Zinnel, Erwin “Lester”
Age 88 of Inver Grove Heights
Passed away on April 11, 2018 with his sons at his side. Preceded in death by wives, Patricia & Marlys; sisters, Evelyn & Janet. Survived by brother, Robert; special friend, Myrt Milner; sons, Jeff (Judy) & Greg; step-children, Mark, Rick (Beth), Jim (Gabriela) & Kathy Keyworth; grandchildren, Mike, Annette (Matt) Jents, Brian & Matthew; step-grandchildren, Katie, Ben & Christine; great-grandson, Colton Jents. Memorial Service 11 AM Monday, April 16th, at Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran Church, 2950 HWY 55, Eagan. Visitation 4-7 PM Sunday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. Also 10-11 AM prior to the service at church. Private interment in Worthington, MN.
Saad, Marlys R.
Beloved Mom, Gram, Sister & Dear Friend Age 82
Resident of Half Moon Lake, WI, formerly of Inver Grove Heights. Passed away peacefully on April 9, 2018. Born January 16, 1936. Preceded in death by parents, Martin & Olive Erickson; husband, Lewis; son, David; brothers, Vernon, Leonard, Richard, Linden; sisters, Delores & Lucille. Survived by daughters, Michelle (Chris) Nelson & Tammy (Bruce) Saad McLaughlin; grandchildren, Donielle (Nick) Strilzuk, Donny, Dallas (Amanda) & Dustin Coury; great-grandchildren, Velincya & Colton; sister, Arlene Larson; brother, Kenneth Erickson; also nieces, nephews other relatives & friends. Visitation 4-7 PM Friday, April 13th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Saturday, April 14th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation also 9:00 – 10:30 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment Moses Dane Cemetery, Burtrum, MN.
Bertz, James W.
Age 90 of West St. Paul
Passed away peacefully on April 5, 2018. Preceded in death by wife, Florine “Terry”; son, John. Survived by daughter, Jacquelyn Orchard; sons, Jim (Lana) & Jeff (Jennifer); grandchildren, Kimberly Eccles, Matt, Keely Orchard, Nate, Daniel Orchard, Alix & Tae; great-granddaughters, Jessica Eccles & Ada May; sister-in-law, Marilyn Johnson; also numerous nieces, nephews and friends. The family would also like to take this opportunity to thank the kind and caring staff at Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, April 11th, at the church of St. John Vianney, 789 17th Ave. No., South St. Paul. Visitation 9-11 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Allina Hospice.
Knutson, Alice M. (Sweeney)
Preceded in death by parents, Robert Sweeney, Millie & Ed Mehsikomer; sister, Maureen Sweeney. Survived by husband, Steve; sons, Lee (Memory Heille) and Scott (Katrina Smith); siblings, Pat (Dan) Blaskowski, Peggy (Bob) Junkin, Jim (Margaret) Sweeney, Bob (Paula) Sweeney, Mary Mehsikomer, Jerry Sweeney, Steve Mehsikomer; also nieces, nephews, many relatives and friends. Memorial Service 2 PM Friday, April 13th, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7600 Cahill Ave., Inver Grove Heights. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held 1 hour prior to the service. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family. A very special thank you to all who extended kindness to Alice during her journey.
Skoog Runge, Mary E.
Age 86, of Hastings, MN
Passed away on March 29th, 2018 in Hastings. She was born on March 13th, 1932 in St. Paul Minnesota. Preceded in death by husband, John C. Skoog. Survived by sons, John (Susan) and William (Elaine). Daughters Melinda Ellingson (Bruce) and Jayne. 20 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. She was a Legendary East Side Caterer and Prayer Warrior.
Memorial service at a later date.
Johnson, Vivian L.
Of Inver Grove Heights.
Age 95
Died peacefully March 24th, 2018 at Southview Acres Health Care Center in West St. Paul. Vivian is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands; Roy Paulus and Robert Johnson; and dear friend Ed L’Allier. She will be dearly missed by her son Jeffrey (Laurie) Paulus; grandchildren Roger (Julie), Valerie (Bret), Alycia (Tony), Timothy (Natasha); great-grand-daughters Lilah and Penny; one sister Ruth, and many nieces and nephews. Memorial service will take place at 11 am on Friday, March 30, 2018 with visitation one hour prior to the service at Roberts Funeral & Cremation Chapel 8108 Barbara Ave. E Inver Grove Heights.