Obituaries2017-03-17T11:40:28-05:00

Jason D. Rothenberger

Age 44 of Inver Grove Heights & South Saint Paul

Passed away unexpectedly on July 17, 2024. Preceded in death by Gerald & Jim York, Eugene, Adeline, Fred & Carrie Rothenberger & Mike Kincaid. Survived by mother, Julie York (Bryan); father, John Rothenberger; brother, Nicholas (Jill); grandmother, Margaret York; aunt Jodie York; nephew, Gavin; nieces, Layla & Ella; girlfriend, Tiaj. Along with many other friends & relatives. With broken & heavy hearts, he will be missed. Jason, is now at peace and he will be deeply missed & always loved.

A Memorial Gathering will be held from 3:00-6:00pm Sunday, July 28th, 2024 at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights. If you so choose a time of sharing any memories will be held at 5:00pm. There will also be sandwiches & snacks provided. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.

Patricia Ann “Patt” Helm

Age 76 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 20th, 2024. Preceded in death by parents, Norman and Mary Bell; sister, Diane; brother, Daryl. Survived by husband, Bob; daughters, Staci (Jim) Weber, Heidi (Andy); son, Rob (Stacy); eight grandchildren; three great grandchildren; sisters, Sandra (Jim) Servatius and Marlene(Dave) Ward.

Patt enjoyed spending time with her family at the cabin sunbathing, fishing and hanging out at the campfire listening to stories. She was known for her love of Pepsi, popcorn, potato chips and chocolate. Her husband, children and grandchildren will miss her dearly and her great grandchildren will hear many stories in the years to come.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 12:00 noon to 2:00pm Thursday, July 25th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Interment to follow at St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery, Inver Grove Heights.

Mary E. Long

Age 96 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away on July 16th, 2024. Mary was born in 1927 in Charlestown County Mayo, Ireland. Preceded in death by her husband, Michael. Survived by her children, Ann, Daniel (Patti), Theresa, Patrick (Cheryl), Mary Kay (Colin), Eileen (Dale) Schouveller; Grandmother to 14 grandchildren, Max (Caitlin), Kaitlin (Brett), Will (Haley), Colleen (Brett), Michael (Melissa), Charlie (Annie), Sarah (Thomas), Daniel, Zach, Callaghan (Charlie), Sean (Kerry), Meghan (Dan), Skylar (Kyle) and Riley; 10 great-grandchildren, Eden, Emelyn, Jordan, Brooke Axel, Hugh, Daniel, Louise, Samuel and Rowan; sister, Angela (Tom) Devaney; also many nieces and nephew’s other family and friends. Mary loved to spend time with her family and many dear friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial is at 11:00 am Friday July 26th at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St. Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. Visitation 10:00-11:00 am prior to mass. Private interment at Ft Snelling National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to Presbyterian Homes, Timber Hills Sr. Living.

David C. & Joyce C. States

Of Inver Grove Heights,  

Preceded in death by son, Dan. Survived by loving son, Steve; daughter, Deb; grandsons, Dalton & Dillon. David retired early and would spend most of his time in his workshop. Joyce was famous for her garden and enjoyed baking for her family. Together, they loved spending time sitting on their deck.

A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 2:00 pm -5:00 pm on Saturday, July 27th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights.

Michael E. Burger

Age 63 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away peacefully on July 14th 2024. Preceded in death by father, Thomas; son, Anthony “Tony”. Survived by; son, Jacob; mother, Mary Lou; sister, Debbie (Steve) Brunsvold; brothers, Dan, David (Ramona), Rick (Shelly) & Terry (Carolyn Tedesco); also other family and friends.

Mike did not get the retirement like he wanted or deserved, BUT he swung that golf club as much as he could and he bowled like no other.

Visitation 2:00 pm-5:00 pm with a Memorial Service at 5:00 pm on Tuesday July 23rd at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights. Celebration of Life to follow at Drukula’s 32 Bowl, 6710 Cahill Ave, Inver Grove Heights, MN. Interment 1:00 pm Wednesday, July 24th, Becker Public Cemetery, Becker, MN.

 

Robert Earl Bee

Age 60 of Mendota Heights, MN

Passed away after a battle with post-heart transplant complications on July 2, 2024 at the U of M Hospital, Minneapolis, MN.  Robert was born in Durand, WI in 1963 to Ervin and Roselle Bee. He attended school in Arkansaw, WI before studying solar energy and then moving to Texas for a short time for work experience. He returned to Minnesota and worked as a contractor specializing in electrical and plumbing repair and long-haul trucking. Robert met the love of his life, Vickie Quade, in 2009. On their first date, she introduced him to sausage, green olive and sauerkraut pizza which became a favorite for him as well. Excited to start their lives together, Robert proposed in 2010 to Vickie on her birthday and they married on September 24, 2011. Robert had a soft spot for dogs, treating them all like the valuable family member they were. Whenever Robert would leave the house, the dogs knew they would be going with him and would often visit Vickie at her hair salon. Robert was passionate about mentoring others about plumbing and electrical. He would drop whatever he was doing to help others with home projects, sometimes to Vickie’s chagrin as his own projects at home wouldn’t get completed timely. Robert was also an active member of The Harbor Church for many years, working with the youth groups. He enjoyed teaching them music and encouraging them to achieve their dreams. Everyone who knew Robert knew how much he loved car shows and fishing. He and Vickie went to the Back to the 50’s car show every year they were together. Although he didn’t have a lot of opportunities, some of his happiest moments were spent on the water with a fishing rod in his hand. Robert will always be remembered for his devotion to Vickie. We couldn’t have asked for a better role model. His memory will live on in the hearts of all those who loved him. He was preceded in death by his father Ervin Bee and many more loving aunts, uncles, and relatives. Robert is survived by his wife, Vickie Bee; mother, Roselle Bee; siblings, Brian (Tina) Bee, Timothy (Jeanne) Bee, Melissa (William) Johnson, 15 nieces and nephews, and 10 great nieces and nephews. Please join us for a Celebration of Life on August 3, 2024 from 1:00 pm- 3:00 pm at Roberts Funeral Home at 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN. There will be a time of sharing at 3:00 pm for those who wish to share a special memory. In lieu of flowers, memorials are welcome.

 

Owen F. Chavie

Age 93 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 13, 2024. Preceded in death by wife, Lorraine; son, Timothy. Survived by children, Sharon (Thomas) Steenberg, Allen, Sandra (William) McLean & Jeffrey; grandchildren, Shawn, Todd, Sharri, Howard, Kerry, Crystal, Luke, Andrew, Rachel, Melanie, Sara and Kenneth; 23 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Owen loved to spend time with his wife of 62 years, Lorraine. He enjoyed playing Bingo and playing cards with his children along with his many Grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 am Thursday, July 18th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10:00 am -11:00 am prior to Mass. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.

 

Marion Mae Soule (Enzi)

Marion Mae Soule (Enzi) was born in Grant County, North Dakota on May 13, 1941 and died on July 11, 2024 in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

Marion grew up in New Leipzig, North Dakota with her parents and older brother Duane, where her dad had a soda shop/drug store.  Music was a big part of her growing up years, and she sang with family and friends, learned piano, and played trumpet in school.  She went to Yankton College and received a degree in music with specialty in Organ performance.

After college she met and married Roger Soule, and they had three children – Greg, Charlie and Katie.  The family made their roots in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota.  Marion started teaching piano in 1976 and taught hundreds of students in the area for many years until retiring from teaching in 2017.  Marion was also a church organist up until recently when she finally had to step down.  She loved practicing and performing special songs for her church family!

Marion lived a long rewarding life, and now she is living eternally with her precious Savior Jesus Christ!  She is preceded in death by many extended family members, parents Ed and Lydia, step-mother Edna, brother Duane and grand-daughter Carolyn.  She is survived by her husband Roger, sister-in-law, Peggy, son and daughter-in-law, Greg and Kristin, son Charlie, and daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Brant, as well as grandchildren Kenton(Macie), Kaylee, Carsten, Karena, Cohen, Eden, Anita, Gianna, Joel, and Autumn, and three great-grandchildren Myla, Jetta, and soon-to-be-born baby boy!

Funeral Service 11:00 am Saturday, July 20th, at First Baptist Church, 14400 Diamond Path W., Rosemount, MN 55068. Visitation 10:00 am to 11:00 am prior to the service at church with a luncheon will follow. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery, Mendota Heights, MN.

William Lucking. Jr.

Age 76,

Passed away peacefully on July 12th, 2024.  Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Elaine; parents, Rose and William Sr.; siblings, Jeanne, Steve, Linda, and Kelly. Survived by his daughter, Vicki (Nick) Stute and granddaughters, Sarah and Lauren; sister, Julie and other family members and friends.

Bill was born in St. Paul and spent his years following a love for creating.  His passion for music – singing, songwriting and playing guitar was followed by a long career as both a small business owner (construction) and economic development leader. He was actively engaged in the River Heights Chamber and Progress Plus, building communities through business representation.

Celebration of life on Thursday, July 18th, from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm with a time of sharing beginning at 4:00 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue., Inver Grove Heights. Private family interment St. Patrick’s Cemetery. A reception will follow at Stockyards Tavern and Chophouse, 456 Concord Exchange S., South St. Paul.

In lieu of flowers memorials preferred for American Cancer Society and St. Joseph Indian School, SD.

Diane Stoffel

Age 79 of Inver Grove Heights,

Passed away on July 5th. Preceded in death by parents; daughter, Linda Nelson. Survived by Cassaundra Norby, Hailey (Parker) Fleury, Aubrey Fleury, Savannah Norby, Joseph Norby, Chuck Nelson, and many siblings and friends. Funeral Mass 11:00 am Friday, July 19th at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10:00 am-11:00 am prior to Mass. Interment All Saints Catholic Cemetery, Lakeville, MN.