Age 88

Passed away peacefully on August 21^st, 2025. Gene was a pillar of the community on the West Side where he was born and raised and ran Josephs Market, with his wife, Irene, for 38 years. Gene was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine; father, Bud; his sisters, Shirley, Carol, Elizabeth. He is survived by his loving wife, Irene; sister, Judy; children, Jamie (Kelly), Dori (Alan), Tanya, and Mark (Laurie); nephew, Joseph Ruiz; grandchildren, Jesse, Amanda, Jensen and Tyler.

Funeral Mass 11:00 am Thursday, August 28^th, at Holy Family Maronite Church, 1960 Lexington Ave. S., Mendota Heights. Visitation 10:00-11:00 am prior to Mass. Luncheon following. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights.

W. Richard (Dick) Heinrich, born March 26,1946 in St. Paul, MN, passed away at the age of 79 on August 20, 2025 in Inver Grove Heights.

Dick spent his life in Minnesota, attending elementary school at Garfield Elementary and Humboldt High School for junior and senior high. He worked as a trucking dispatcher for many years but found his passion after retiring, working 17 years in the security department of the Minnesota Zoo. He enjoyed serving his community and spent many years with the Inver Grove Fire Department as well as working in the police reserves in Inver Grove Heights and South St. Paul.

But perhaps his greatest source of pride was his 58 year marriage to wife, Diane Heinrich. He is survived by his wife Diane Heinrich, two daughters Lisa Heinrich and Lynn Heinrich, and grandchildren Ryan Tessman and Jack Tessman. Extended family includes two sisters, Elizabeth Marschall (Ray) and Corinne Brengman (Bill) and their families. Family also includes four sisters-in-law: Barbara Stone (Dan), Cheryl Pawlenty (Gary), Annette Gross (Andy), Elaine Weber and their families. Preceded in death by brother-in-law George Weber (Sue).

Funeral Service will be held 11:00 am Tuesday, August 26^th, at Good Shephard Lutheran Church, 7600 Cahill Ave., Inver Grove Hts. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Riverview Cemetery, St. Paul.

Age 88, of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away August 15, 2025.  Preceded in death by wife, Lorraine; daughter-in-law, Pam Boardman; great-grandchild, Hawkin Dahn; and eleven siblings. Survived by children, Nancy (John) Cooper, John Boardman, and Pat (Jeff) Dahn; seven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Carol Breskamp; and many loving Buechner family members. Family would like to thank Timberhills and Suite Living for providing comfort and support.]

Memorial Service will be held 10:00 am Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights, with visitation 1-hour prior. Interment at Fort Snelling at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred and will be directed to several veteran’s charities, causes close to Corky’s heart.

James “Jim” Edward Osland of Eagan passed away August 15, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Jim was born October 29, 1945, to Orvin and Ruth (Grimley) Osland in Klamath Falls, OR. They moved back to LeRoy, MN in 1959, and he graduated from LeRoy High School in 1964. He worked at Co-Op Oil in LeRoy, MN; Twin Cities Drywall; Leon Joyce Construction; Osmundson Bros. Contractors in Adams, MN as an equipment Operator, and Woodrich Construction Co. of Hopkins from 1971-73. In 1973, he started working at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis as a heavy equipment operator and mechanic until his retirement in 2012.

He married the love of his life, Margaret King, on April 7, 1973, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in LeRoy, MN. They were blessed with two children, David (Nancy) of Inver Grove Heights and Michelle (Chad) Unruh of Eagan, and two grandchildren, Sam and Ava, who were an absolute joy in his life. Jim was very proud of his family.

Jim had an inquisitive mind, always trying to figure out how things worked or building something. He enjoyed the outdoors, being in his backyard with his ponds, and traveling, but most of all, he loved spending time with his family. He was a Cub Scout leader, a member of Minnesota Valley Photo Club, and a helping hand to anyone who needed it.

Jim is survived by his wife of 52 years, Margaret; son and daughter, daughter- and son-in-law, and grandchildren; brother, Ronnie Osland, LeRoy, MN; sisters, JoAnn (Harold) Shipman, LeRoy, MN; Rhonda (John) Adams, Riceville, IA; Linda (Doug) Hendrickson, LeRoy, MN and Mary (Rodney) Kiefer of Hayward, MN; brothers-in-law, Paul King, Rose Creek, MN; LaVerne (Donna) King, Austin, MN; Marvin (Kathy) King of McIntire, IA; sisters-in-law, Irene (Ed) Huegel, Riceville, IA; Theresa (Brad) Wolff, Grand Meadow, MN; Eileen King, Rochester, MN and Carol (Dan) Rainey, Stewartville, MN. He will also be remembered by many nieces and nephews, extended family, and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; father- and mother-in-law, Philip and Marie King; sisters-in-law, Suzanne Lohuis and Diane King and brother-in-law, Richard King.

The most important things in Jim’s life were God, Family, and Country. And as he always signed off: “Fly the Flag & God Bless America”. And watch out for the ‘crazies’.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 am Friday, August 22^nd, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St. E., Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076. Visitation 9:00 am to 10:00 am prior to Mass at the church. Private interment.

Celebrating the life of a man with a really good heart who liked to be “squared away” and chose to live on the “sunny side”. Kenneth Lee Cherry was born on April 4, 1940 in Jackson, Minnesota to Robert Lewis and Mary Elizabeth (Stoldt) Cherry.  He was a son, brother, husband and father.  He shared these last 30 years his wife, Roberta Lee Cherry. Their children are: Jodi Cherry, Holly Canfield, Ginger Knisley, Anne Cherry, Scott Cherry, Dana Cherry and Tod Erdmann.  He had an “Angel Book” where he listed family and friends; he called them often and wrote to them – checking up on them.  He loved life and he never met a stranger.  He was called “Grampy” by his grandchildren:  Leah (Philip) Pommerer, AJ (Adrienne) Dombeck, Taylor Freiermuth, Seth Erdmann, Reid (Jackie) Freiermuth, Navar (Lauren) Hren, Aidan Hren, Dakota (Natalie) Shaw. . . and the great grandchildren: Gavin, Layla, Athena, Cillian, Braylee, Kinley, Ainsley and Lennox.  Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Robert & Mary Cherry; brother, Scott Cherry and the mother of his children, Helen Cherry. Ken was a fierce competitor.  He enjoyed sports in school and was on the Cross Country Team at St. Louis Park High School under Coach Griak.  As a participant, he enjoyed tennis, racquetball and golf. As a spectator, he enjoyed all sports:  baseball, football, tennis, golf, hockey. Following graduation from St. Louis Park he began his college career at Mankato State; however, on completing his Freshman year, he joined the US Marine Corps and served in Vietnam.  Returning home he began a career in Sales, Marketing and Hospitality – and returned to college, ultimately achieving an Associate Degree at Normandale Community College.

During those years, he married Helen (Stavenau) Cherry, and they adopted 4 children to make their family complete. His steady faith in God served as a strong foundation for his life. Ken passed away August 14th, 2025 at the Minnesota Veterans Home-Minneapolis. Our heartfelt thanks to the staff who cared for him there.

A Celebration of Ken’s Life will be held from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm Sunday, August 24th, with a time of sharing beginning at 2:30 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights.

Age 32 of Mendota Heights, MN.

Passed away August 10, 2025.

Survived by parents, Joe & Peggy; siblings, Patrick, Teresa, Joseph Paul (Liz Ryan) & Bill; niece, Kennedy; special friend, Marie Larson; also many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Michael had an infectious smile and loved his family.  His hobbies were playing sports and working out, and he loved to spend time with family and friends.  He was truly one of a kind.

Funeral Mass 11:00 am Saturday, August 16^th, at Holy Family Maronite Church, 1960 Lexington Ave., Mendota Heights. Visitation 9:30-11:00 am prior to Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights. Memorials preferred to Holy Family Church.

Age 93 of Inver Grove Heights, MN

Passed away peacefully and into the loving arms of Jesus on August 3, 2025.

Harlan was born in New Leipzig, ND, on May 19, 1932 to Carl and Elma Dubs. He graduated from New Leipzig High School, later drafted into the US Army in 1952 serving in the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1954. He attended Northern State College, Aberdeen SD and obtained a BS Degree with Honors.

Harlan’s career started with Swift & Co. in Watertown, SD where he met his wife Priscilla and was married. His company later transferred him to South St. Paul, MN. When the plant closed in 1963, Harlan found himself starting a new career in the service station business. He would later go on to own and operate the Mobile service station (later Union 76) in Inver Grove Heights until his retirement in 1994.

Harlan was a humble hard worker and instilled this trait into his three daughters, whom he cherished deeply. He also loved his community. Harlan was a longtime active member of the IGH Lions Club. He could always be found serving at the annual Lions Club Pancake Breakfast as well as supporting local fundraising events.  His love for his church was equally strong; serving on the Church Council, being an usher, and in his later years working on the volunteer cleaning crew.  Harlan even took on his last job of “paper boy” delivering papers to his neighboring friends at Timber Hills,  a job he enjoyed until his passing.

Harlan’s joy was being on the course playing golf with his buddies, which he was blessed to do until the age of 92. When golf season was over, you could find him being his grandkids “biggest fan” at their various sports. Everyone loved seeing him in the stands, including other players/parents. He was a loyal fan to his grandkids.

Harlan’s life was one of hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family and community.

Harlan was preceded in death by his parents, his step-father William Iblings, and his brother-in-law, Delmar Intveld. He is survived by his three loving daughters, Renee Dubs Ellena (Andy), Kathy and Kim (Mick) McClure; 5 grandchildren, Grant (Andrea) Ellena, Carter (Julia) Ellena, Sydney (Darcy) Kuemper, Andrew McClure, MaKenna Dubs-Bidon; 6 great-grandchildren and siblings Marj Intveld and Bob (Delora) and nieces and nephews.

The family thanks the nurses and aides of Westwood Ridge Transitional Care Unit and Our Lady of Peace Community Hospice for their support and loving care of Harlan.

Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, August 20th at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 7600 Cahill Ave. E., Inver Grove Heights, MN, 10 AM visitation, 11:00 AM service. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorial contributions to be made to Presbyterian Homes Foundation and Disabled American Veterans.

Age 91 of South Saint Paul.

Passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 13,2025. Preceded in death by son, Tim; granddaughter, Jessica; parents and siblings. Survived by loving wife of 71 years, Mickey; siblings; son, Gary (Lorri); daughters, Rebecca and Sharon Carney; 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; sister, Pat (Jerry) Virnig; also other relatives and friends.

Leroy loved God and his family.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday, August 14^th, at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 749 6th Ave. S., South St. Paul. Visitation 10–11 AM prior to Mass at church. Private interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery, Inver Grove Heights. Memorial preferred.

Age 85 of Apple Valley,

Passed away peacefully after a long battle with Alzheimer’s on August 2, 2025 with his beloved wife and daughters by his side. He is survived by wife of 59 years, Lissa (Lethert); daughters, Molly (Kent) Wangsness and Ann (Mark) Panian and five grandchildren, Luke, Adam, Sam, Ella and Jonah; siblings, Paul and Paulette Muellner and many dear family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Genevieve Muellner and sister, Jeanne Beaudette.

Tom was born in St. Paul on April 18, 1940. He attended Holy Spirit grade school and St. Agnes high school. He served four years in the Army after high school, two of it stationed in Vicenza Italy. Upon his return he met and married his wife, Lissa. They raised their two girls on Jefferson Avenue in St. Paul and were long time members of Nativity of our Lord Parish and the Church of the Assumption.

Tom was an avid golfer, belonging to Southview Country Club for 30 years. He was a diehard Minnesota Twins fan and worked as an usher at the Metrodome and Target Field for many years after retiring from a successful career in printing sales with Weston Engraving.

Tom had a deep faith and an intense love of family, especially for his five grandchildren. The number of school and sporting events he attended for them cannot be counted. He was their biggest cheerleader! Tom was loved and will be missed by so many.

Special thanks to Suite Living Rosemount for the loving care they gave Tom and our family over the last 9 months.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at the Church of the Assumption, 51 7 St. W., St. Paul on Monday, August 11^th, at 10:00 AM, with the visitation one hour prior to Mass. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Tom’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association. A private burial at Fort Snelling will be held in the weeks to follow.

Dale Michael Schmidt, born on July 2, 1950, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. At the age of 75, Dale was called home to be with the Lord, leaving behind a lasting legacy of love, strength, and devotion.

Dale was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Sandy, with whom he shared 40 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they built a life centered around laughter, faith, and family. He was a proud and loving father to Katie (Ryan) and Mike (Justine), and a cherished grandfather to Kinsley, Ryker, Jameson, and Everly—each one holding a special place in his heart.

A true outdoorsman, Dale found peace and joy in God’s creation. Whether hunting in the woods or casting a line on a quiet lake, he felt most alive under the open sky. A skilled handyman, Dale built the family’s home with his own hands—a place filled with love, where he and Sandy raised their children and created a lifetime of memories.

Dale was preceded in death by his mother, Jeanne; his father, Michael; and his brother, John. He is survived by his loving sister, Sandy, and will be deeply missed by extended family and lifelong friends.

Dale’s warmth, steady presence, and gentle wisdom touched the lives of all who knew him. He was a man of quiet strength, deep faith, and unwavering love for his family.

In his memory, the family invites you to spend time in the great outdoors—fishing, hiking, hunting, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature—as Dale so often did.

He is now at peace, reunited with the Lord he loved and served. His spirit will live on in the hearts of those he loved and those who loved him in return.