Age 72, of Inver Grove Heights passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends on April 29, 2018.  Preceded in death by parents Marion and Loretta Smith; brother Michael Smith.  Survived by sister-in-law Mary Ellen Smith, close friends and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, great niece and great nephew.   Our Lady of Peace High School Class of 1963, St. Joseph’s Hospital Class of 1966 Practical Nurse.  Cookie worked in the NICU area of Regions Hospital for over 40 years.  She was a very strong and independent woman who loved to travel, bake, scrap-book, manicure her flower garden, plan events with friends and spend countless hours spoiling her dogs and cats.  Her laugh was infectious and will be missed.  Private burial at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Inver Grove Heights where her ashes will be placed adjacent to her brother. 

Passed away May 1^st, at age 93

Due to complications from a stroke. Angie was born 6/26/24 to Paul & Emilia Bierwirth in Webster MN. She is preceded in death by parents; first husband, Leonard J. Kanitz; second husband, Everett McDonald; children, Luella L. Mitchell, Edward P. Kanitz, George A. Kanitz; step-daughter, Laura McDonald; granddaughter, Paula Seifert (Kanitz); great-grandson, Tyler H. Seifert. Survived by children, Leonard K. Kanitz (Ellen), Roger W. Kanitz (Mary). “Grandma Angie” is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services to be held 11 am Wednesday, May 9th, at St. James Evangelical Lutheran Church, 460 Annapolis Street W., West St Paul, MN. Visitation 1 hour prior to service, lunch to follow. Private Interment Riverview Cemetery.

Age 92 of West St. Paul, formerly of Fridley, MN

Passed away peacefully on April 30, 2018. Preceded in death by husband, Harold; brothers, Jerry & Raymond; sister, Marian. Survived by loving son, William (Mary Ann Fletcher); grandsons, Nick & Collin; also many loving nieces, nephews. Betty loved spending time at the coffee shop, going to the Mall, tending to her flowers and the following the MN Golden Gophers “Ski U Mah”. Funeral Service 10 AM Friday, May 4^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9-10 AM prior to the service. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Como Park Zoo.

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.

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 16^th, 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.

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 13^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Saturday, April 14^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation also 9:00 – 10:30 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment Moses Dane Cemetery, Burtrum, MN.

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 11^th, at the church of St. John Vianney, 789 17^th 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.