Passed Away on October 20, 2016. Age 91 of Inver Grove Heights

Loved by all who knew her. Age 91 of Inver Grove Heights died October 20, 2016.  Preceded in death by husband Honorable Martin J Mansur, sons Michael, Martin and Tom.Survived by husband Ken; her children, John (Kristi), Mary, Michele (Mark) Madison, Camille, Jim (Karen), Liz (Chuck) Lysdahl, Mark (JoAnne), Judy (Ron) George;

19 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.  Sister of Ray Joseph, Don Joseph, Bev (Bob) Abbott and Mary (Dave) Rollwagen.  Sister-in-law of Mary Mansur, Joe (Marsha) Mansur, Kathy Mansur and Adele Mansur, as well as many nieces and nephews.  Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Monday at Holy Family Maronite Church, 1960 Lexington Avenue South, Mendota Heights, MN.  Visitation 4 – 7 PM, Sunday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights.  Private interment at Resurrection Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Holy Family Church.

Passed Away on October 9th, 2016. Age 89 of Inver Grove Heights

Jo passed away peacefully on Oct. 9, 2016, after a short battle with cancer. She was born and raised in St. Paul and was a graduate of Washington H.S. Jo lived in IGH for 61 years in the home she had built and served on the IGH City Council from 1972 -1981.She retired from Sperry/Unisys. Survived by loving son Randall (Randy) Teare; sisters, Beverly, Engell, CA and Anita (Wes) Miller, MN; many niecand nephews and close friends. Preceded in death by her husband, William Teare; parents, Joseph and Rosina Bambusch; sisters, Phyillis Jones, Mary Rangier, Virginia Reed & Sherry Osborne; brothers-in-law and nephew. Visitation 4-7 pm Tue. Oct. 18 and 1/2 hour before the 2 pm service on Wed. Oct. 19, both at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. IGH. Private inurnment in Lakeside Cemetery in Hastings. Memorials preferred to the Minnesota Historical Society.

Passed Away on October 5th, 2016. Age 93 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully on Oct. 5, 2016. Preceded in death by husband, George; sisters, Eileen (William) Schmidt & Bette (Edward) Cook. Survived by children, Laurice Ann Kloski, Mary Hennessy, George, Terry (Charley) Noel, Pat (Laura), Joan, Geri (Paul) Olson, Peggy (Dennis) Smith, John (Holly), Bridgit, Paul (Janie); grandchildren, Ted, Dan, Megan, Matt, Max, Davis, Mark, Maureen, Michael, Sam, Joey, Ben, Jon, Jill, & Carter; great-grandchildren, Neave, Violet, Olivia, Gavin, Noah & Audrey; brother, Pat (Barbara) Casey; also many extended family & friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, October 12^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4-8 PM Tuesday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., IGH. Also 10-11 AM prior to Mass at Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Laurice loved life and lived it fully. She had a deep faith and a strong belief in the power of prayer. She will be deeply missed.

Passed Away on October 2, 2016. Age 86 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away on October 2, 2016 from Alzheimer’s complications. She was born on September 19, 1930 in Sturgeon Bay,Wisconsin, to Fred and Agnes Heimbecher. She grew up in Sturgeon Bay and later moved to Golden, Colorado, where she met her beloved husband, Myron Tollefson, who preceded her in death. They later moved to the suburbs of Chicago where she was actively involved in her community, including active volunteer work with the Sons of Norway, at her children’s school and after-school activities, and at her church. Agnes was a strong, loving and caring mother of 3, grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 4, as well as their many friends she “adopted” through the years. She is survived by her sons, Myron “Mike” Tollefson (Mary) and Toby Tolleson (Anine) and daughter, Tona Dove (Erik); grandchildren, Eric, Neal, Craig, Amy, Tor Kristian, Andreas, Kristin, Siri and Adin; great-grandchildren, Lilyana Sinatra, Starlet, and Lulu; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Agnes was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Agnes; husband, Myron; sisters, Mildred and Dolly; brother, Fred. A memorial Service will be held for Agnes at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 12650 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN on Friday, October 7 at 3 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org/donate.

Passed Away on October 2, 2016. Age 97 of Soutyh St. Paul

Passed away peacefully on October 2, 2016. Preceded in death by parents, Gladys Griebler & Oscar Hall; husband of 75 years, William; son, Gary; brother, Leo Griebler. Survived by daughters, Bonnie (Art) Bliven & Darlene “Dee” Goodwill-Huback; grandchildren, Jeff (Dawn), Jerrod (Carla) Blaiser & Jenny Smith; great-grandchildren, Kallie, Braycen, Lynnea & Ryley Smith, Reece, Rhea, Brittny & Jacob Blaiser; great-great=granddaughter, Blair More; brother, Jim (Theresa) Griebler. Tyra loved cardinals and the color red. She also loved flowers whether indoors or out, this was her passion. She will be missed by many. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1-3 PM Saturday, October 15^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights.

Passed Away on September 24, 2016. Age 67 of Inver Grove Heights

After 34 years, of consistently battling cancer, She passed peacefully on 9/24 surrounded by her Children, Grandchildren, and Great Grandchildren.
Preceded in death by Husband, Keith and Son, Randy. Survived by Daughters, Cyndi (Mark) Salmon and Julie (Allen) Stettner, Also niece, Jaime (Todd) Niedermayer; Many Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren; Extended Family and Many Friends. She touched countless hearts with her compassion and giving nature. She was an inspiration of strength and hope. She was loved and admired by all who knew her. She is deeply missed.

Passed Away on August 8, 2016. Age 73 of Inver Grove Heights, Formerly of Fairmont, MN

Preceded in death by parents, Thelma & Jerry Kramer; in-laws, Virginia & Martin Silvi. Survived by loving husband of 45 years, Marty; daughters, Andi (Nick) Palodichuk & Teri Silvi (Cary Schwartz); sister, Judy Kramer; brother, Bill (Juli) Kramer; also nieces, nephews & many friends. Margaret was a 5^th grade teacher for 34 years (in the same classroom) and an active union member at Pullman Elementary School in St. Paul Park. She was also an active member at St. Patrick’s Church. Mass of Christian Burial 3 PM Friday, August 12^th at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4-7 PM Thursday at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Also 2-3 PM prior to Mass at church. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Passed Away on August 2, 2016. Age 90 of Inver Grove Heights

Preceded in death by husband of 56 years, William; granddaughter, Ruth Marie Snyder; great-grandson, Hunter Aiden Snyder; son-in-law, Edward Pittman; 3 brothers and 2 sisters. Survived by sons, David (Clarene), Walter (Shirley), Paul, Rick (JoAnn), & Alan (Cathy); daughters, Mary Jo (Rick) Thormahlen, & Julie Ann (Bob) Kienitz; 14 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; four brothers and three sisters. Bernie worked at JC Penney Co. for 25 years. Bill and Bernie, when not traveling, then split their time between Garrison, MN in the summer and Alamo, TX in the winter. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Monday, August 8^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Hts. Visitation 8:30 -11 AM prior to Mass. Private interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.

Passed Away on August 1, 2016. Formerly of St Paul

Preceded in death by parents, Fred P. Gallagher and Marian L. (Mueller). Survived by loving wife, Trish; sister, Catherine; brother, Michael; children, Elizabeth Gallagher, Kelly Gallagher and Keith Barott; grandchildren, Topenga, Adrian, Katelynn, Lilly; child of the heart, Tristam; grandchildren of the heart, Lucas and Harli. He will be remembered for his love of family and friends. Funeral Service 10:30 AM Wednesday, August 9^th, at Roberts Funeral & Cremation Chapel, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Hts. Visitation 4-8 PM Tuesday, August 8^th, and 9:30 -10:30 am prior to the service. Interment immediately following service at Roselawn Cemetery, Roseville, MN.

Passed Away on July 28, 2016. Age 71 of Inver Grove Heights

Preceded in death by parents, Walter and Helen Miesen; niece, Gretchen Miesen. Survived by daughter, Marianne Grimm; granddaughter, Madeline; brother, Robert (Karen) Miesen; sister, Jane (Dennis) Gordy; brother Mark (Susan) Miesen. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives & friends.  Anne was a kind & loving person with a generous & positive spirit that we loved and will miss dearly. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Saturday, August 6, 2016 at The Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., E., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation one hour prior to Mass at the church. Interment St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Cemetery in Lamberton, Minnesota. Memorials preferred to TimberHills Presbyterian Homes.