O’Connell, Emma Joy

Age 4 weeks, of South St. Paul,

Passed away surrounded by family on August 10, 2018 at Minneapolis Children’s Hospital. She is survived by loving parents, Matthew and Jessica; grandparents, Doug & Gina Danner, Paul & Penny O’Connell; uncles & aunt, Jeremy Danner (Emily Morisset) & Eric O’Connell; 4 great-grandparents, many extended family & friends. Emma graced our lives with so much love and joy. Visitation 5-8 PM Thursday, August 16^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, Inver Grove Heights. Funeral Service 11 AM Friday, August 17^th, at Hope Community Church East, Minneapolis. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Children’s Minnesota or Ronald McDonald House requested.

Winter, Sylvester E.

Age 84 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 10, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, 3 brothers; 1 sister; 1 great-grandson. Survived by loving wife of 59 years, Lois; son, David (Michelle), Margaret, Karen (Mike) Stanek & Nancy (Don); 11 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; 4 brothers; 1 sister. Sylvester worked at the Schmidt Brewery for over 40 years. He was a very loving husband, father & grandpa and will be deeply missed. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday, August 16^th, at the church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd, St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Allen, J. Aron

Age 49 of Inver Grove Heights, formerly of New Ulm

Aron was born July 28, 1969 in Shreveport, LA. He was united in marriage to Shelley Reinhart on August 10, 1991. He passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2018.

Aron is survived by Shelley, his loving wife of 27 years; the pride and joy of his life, children Andrew, Nathaniel, Elizabeth & Hannah; parents, Jerry & Susan; brother, Joel (Kara); mother-in-law, Dianne Reinhart; brother-in-law, Dan Reinhart; sisters-in-law, Tricia (Jason) Ritzer & Renae (Tom) Stierlen; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his Father-in-law, Tom Reinhart, and his grandparents.

Aron graduated from New Ulm High School in 1987, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Harvard College in 1991 and received his Law Degree from Hamline University in 1994 where he was on the Law Review. He worked as the Division Counsel to Structural Heart-Abbott Laboratories. He was formerly employed by St. Jude Medical, and several law firms.

Aron was a devoted husband and father and was very active in the community, coaching many of his children’s sports teams, including football, hockey, baseball, and softball. Aron found success in all he attempted. He was a ten-time high school letter winner in baseball, hockey, and football. At Harvard, Aron lettered in baseball and hockey and earned All-Ivy honors in baseball.

Aron will be very dearly missed.

Funeral Service 11 AM Monday, August 13^th, at the Church of St. Joseph, 1154 Seminole Ave., West St. Paul. Visitation 9-11 AM prior to the service at church. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.

Cassidy, Gloria M.

Passed away peacefully on August 8, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, Vincent and Josephine; brothers, Roger & Raymond; former husband, Ed. Survived by sons, Edward Jr. (Jennifer), Emmett (Shelly) & Michael; grandchildren, Danny (Katie), Patrick (Courtney) & Alison; great-grandson, Owen; also many nieces, nephews & friends. Private family services were held.

Mike, Betty Lillian

Passed away 7/29/18 peacefully surrounded by her children. Preceded in death by husband, John; daughter, Patty; parents, Rose and Al; sister, Marlys; brothers, Bob and Dick. Survived by daughter, Mary (Fred); sons, Larry (Deb), Chuck (Denise), Joe (Barb), Bern (Peg), Ben; 11 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sister, Maryann. Mass of Christian Burial 11am Friday 8/3 at the Church of St. Matthew, 510 Hall Ave., St. Paul. Visitation 1 hour prior to Mass. Private family burial. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

Knuckey, Cedric A.

Age 69 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully on July 21, 2018. Preceded in death by parents, Richard & Hilda. Survived by loving wife of 30 years, Diane; step-children, Gregory (Joanne Lund) Mitcheltree & Richard Mitcheltree; daughter-in-law, Kyla Mitcheltree; grandchildren, Patrick, Ricky, Kayce, Samantha & Connor; 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Jim (Dorothy) & John (Sue); several nieces, nephews and friends. Cedric was a master fishing rod maker and avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. Memorial Service 4 PM Thursday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights with fellowship to follow. Visitation 1 hour prior to the service.

Yourczek, James “Jim”

Age 78 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away unexpectedly, after a courageous 40-day battle, as a result of a tragic lawn tractor accident. Preceded in death by beloved son, Neil. Survived by loving wife of 52 years, Shirley (nee Maciej); children, Randy (Tammy), Debbie (Troy) Wynkoop, Wayne (Sheri), Becky (Nathan) Brezniak & Jason (Kristi); grandchildren, Trevor, Miranda, Brendan, Jordyn, Alyssa, Megan, Bria & Alia; 10 brothers & sisters; also survived by godchildren and many relatives & friends. Jim served in the US Army during the Korean War and was a member of the Laborers Union Local #563 for over 50 years. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt, fish and cut grass. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday, July 24^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9-11 AM prior to Mass at the church. Interment at St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.

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 23^rd, 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.