July 4, 1960 – August 8, 2022

Like a firework she was fierce and beautiful.

Shelia is survived by parents, James and Bonita Zeilinger,

Siblings Mike (Beth), Steve (Val), Marsha (Todd) Eichinger, and Anna (Sedny) Attia,

Children Crystal Ann (Paul) Smiskol, and Ashley (Dennis L’Heureux),

Beloved Grandchildren Stella L’Heureux and Jay Smiskol.

Preceded in death by two great loves Tom Rucker and Tim Kirschner.

She will be deeply missed by her daughters and grandchildren who brought her great joy.

A Celebration of Sheila’s life will be Thursday, August 25th, 4pm to 8pm.

American Legion Post #47, 50 Sibley St, Hastings, MN, 55033

Age 88 of South St. Paul

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on August 8, 2022. Preceded in death by husband, Claude; son, James; daughter, Joyce; sisters & brother; best cat, Oliver.  Survived by children, Joan (Fred) Schaeppi, Jeffrey (Kathlene), John (Andrea) & Jodell Sirek; son-in-law, Tim Nordby; grandchildren, Brian, Sarah, Heather (Toby), Zachary, Jesse, Sam, Amanda (Stephen), Jack, Ben, Jacob, Lauren & Avery; great-granddaughters, Cora & Magdalena; brother, Mike (Mary) Ackerman; also nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Blondie’s career spanned over 30 years with Bauer Floor Covering.  She cherished the relationships she had with her family and friends.  She enjoyed cooking, traveling, and spending time with Claude and family at Cokato Lake Campground.  She also enjoyed being an active member in many social clubs throughout her life. Blondie’s smile and laughter and bubbly personality will be greatly missed by all. Visitation 4-7 PM Monday, August 15^th,  with a parish prayer service at 5:30 pm at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday, August 16^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd Street East, Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Age 53 of Rosemount

Formerly of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away on August 5, 2022.  Preceded in death by mother, Maureen Beltz.  Survived by loving husband, Jeff; daughters, Kenna & Kally.  Per Teresa’s wishes, no services are being held.

Age 63 of Inver Grove Heights

Formerly of South St. Paul

Called home peacefully surrounded by wife, Trisha, and sister-in-law, Tracy, at his side.  Preceded in death by mother, Shirley Ebensteiner; brother, Keith Ebensteiner; mother-in-law, Sonja Buckman.  Survived by loving wife of 33 years, Trisha (Buckman); brother, Kurt Ebensteiner; sister, Lynn Ebensteiner; nieces & nephews, Troy Ebensteiner (Christine) [Mikayla & Jacob], Adam (Risa) [Viola, Sebastian & Nova], Jessica (Ebensteiner) Ruppert (Harley) [Silas]; father-in-law, Jim Buckman; brother-in-law, Ron Buckman (Susie) [Tyler & Mira]; sister-in-law, Tracy (Robert) Buford, [Kiara [Londyn & D’Starr], Devante Buford, Jada Buford (Rodney Jones)] also other family & friends.

Korky grew up in South St. Paul where he graduated from South St. Paul high school in 1977.  He attended the University of MN to study PreMed, in hopes of applying to Medical school one day. However, all that changed on St. Patty’s Day 1984 when he met the love of his life, Miss Trisha Buckman, and the dream of one day being a Doctor didn’t seem as important.

His love for the outdoors took him in another direction when he found a career working for the City of Inver Grove Heights, first in the Parks Department then working his way up to a position with the Utilities (Water Department). Trish and Korky established their roots in Inver Grove when they bought their house where they raised 3 dogs-Shamus, Roscoe and Sawyer.  For 24 years they maintained an open door policy to anyone needing refuge helping at least a dozen people who lived with them over the years.

Korky retired in 2018 and was officially diagnosed with Dementia after being hospitalized in Jan of 2022. He spent 5 weeks in the hospital before being admitted to a nursing home in St. Paul where he spent the final 5 months of his life, unfortunately on a rapid decline.

Although in the end the disease overshadowed the awesome person Korky was, the many family and friends will never forget his smile and kindness he shared; no one more than his loving wife.  Korky was the love of her life but more so, he loved her more than life itself and that will be his legacy.

One of Korky’s favorite things in life, was spending time with his Nephews Devante and Tyler; cheering on the Vikings. Whether it was on trips to training camp or game day, they were always pumped and showing their purple pride. So, in honor of his love for the Vikings, feel free to wear your purple & gold attire and Yes even your Vikings gear!!!

Visitation 10 – 11 am, Memorial Service at 11 am with luncheon to follow on Saturday, August 20^th at Amazing Grace Lutheran Church, 7160 South Robert Trail, Inver Grove Heights.

Age 77 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully on August 3, 2022.  Preceded in death by parents, George & Verona Roseen; brothers, Tom & Mike; sister, Sharon.  Survived by son, David (Terri); grandchildren, Nick & Raylin; great-grandchildren, Gabe & Ella; sisters, Barb & Lolly (Jeff). Jean retired after 31 years as a dedicated employee of Pearson Candy.  Celebration of Life to be planned for a later date.

Age 67 of South St. Paul

Passed away suddenly on August 2, 2022 due to cardiac arrest.  Preceded in death by parents, Harold & Mary Harris.  Survived by loving husband, Roy; children, Marci, Kristen Pierce, Kenneth Pierce & Nicole Pierce (Brad); grandchildren, Jamie, Alana, Kayla; brothers, Martin Harris & Fred (Vi) Harris; also nieces, nephews & friends. Memorial Service 2 PM Tuesday, August 9^th at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights.  Visitation 1-2 PM prior to the Service.  Luncheon to follow at The Moose Lodge #1088, 5927 Concord Boulevard East, Inver Grove Heights. Memorials preferred to The Moose Lodge #1088.

Age 90 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on July 29, 2022.  Preceded in death by son, Richard “Rick”.  Survived by loving husband of 68 years, Richard; daughter, Debora; son, Mike (Lisa); grandchildren, Lea (Brian) Schmidt, Jenny (Jerod) Mclain, Josh (Renee) Novotny, Billy Simones & Morgan Novotny; also great-grandchildren, sisters, nieces, nephews & friends. Evelyn was a longtime cook for IDS 199.  She loved to dance, garden & travel.  Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Thursday, August 4^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10 – 11 AM prior to the Mass at church.  Interment at St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.

Age 82 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away on July 28, 2022.

Per Bob’s wishes, no services are being held.

Passed away at 92 years of age on July 25, 2022. 

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Lyle Parsons, and all 10 of her siblings.

Elaine was born in Stanley, WI, the tenth of eleven children to Andrew and Lena Kranig. She attended country school through the eighth grade. She moved to Milwaukee, WI and worked as a waitress. There she met Lyle in 1948 and they were married June 14, 1952.  Together they had four children.  Elaine went back into the work force after Lyle passed away in 1980.  She retired in 1993.

Elaine loved her family –  Mary McDowell (Andy), Harold Parsons (Wendy), Linda Erickson and Leila Goetzke (Kurt); Grandchildren Kevin McDowell (Sarah), Colleen Swanson (Cliff), Erik Goetzke, Luke Goetzke (Amanda) and Cassandra Erickson, Step-Grandchild Anna Fisher and Great Grandchildren, Avery and Olivia McDowell, Connor Swanson and Calvin and Emerson Fisher.

Elaine was very devoted to her Catholic faith and attended mass and prayed the rosary regularly.

Elaine enjoyed gardening, watching birds on her feeders – whether it was hummingbirds or cardinals, and spending time with family and friends at her home in south Minneapolis of 60 years.

She will be missed for her meatloaf, Special K bars, the best Christmas Cookies   and her sense of humor.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Tuesday, August 2^nd, at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 749 6^th Ave. So., South St. Paul, MN 55075. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to the Mass at church. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Luncheon to follow at the Inver Grove Heights Community Center, 8055 Barbara Ave,  Inver Grove Heights.

Age 55

Passed away unexpectedly on July 25, 2022, surrounded by family. Survived by parents, Robert & Marilyn Hurley; sisters, Rosanne (Scott) Wolfe, Melissa (Rob) Koch; brother, Patrick (Patty) Hurley; also nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family from Mary Adele & friends from Living Well. Visitation will be 9:30-11 AM prior to the Memorial Service 11 AM Tuesday, August 2^nd, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Living Well.