Age 66 of Oakdale, formerly of Westside of St Paul.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 31^st, 2023.

Preceded in death by father David Zapata, mother Caroline Contreras, step father Tito Ortiz, sister Delores Zapata, father in law Jerry Lucey and sister in law Lori Stafki.

Survived by beloved husband Jim Lucey, children Matthew Lucey (Logan), Jessica (Jesse) Bosquez, Patrick Collins Jr, Angela Collins, grandchildren Patrick III and Jordan Collins, siblings Albert Zapata (Marge), David (Jeannie) Zapata, Kathy Dahlen (Michael), Janet (Jeff) Fischbach, mother in law Pat Lucey, in laws Mike (Kaye) Lucey, Kathy (Steve) Drobac, Tim Stafki, Tom (Mary) Lucey, and many, many extended family members and friends

Cindy was a Humboldt graduate of 1975.  She enjoyed boating, traveling, quilting, her faith, spending time in many ways with friends and family.  She was a long time member of the Society of Our Lady of Guadalupe. She has touched and inspired many lives and one of her greatest joys was helping and caring for others.

She always remained positive, strong and brave while she battled cancer and leukemia.  We want to thank all the many doctors and nurses that helped her along the way.

Mass of Christian Burial 11 am, Tuesday, September. 5^th at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 401 Concord St., St. Paul. Visitation 10-11 am prior to Mass at church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Hts. Luncheon to follow after precession service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or Our Lady of Guadalupe Church

Marshall (Mac) McDonough, 90, of South St Paul, passed away unexpectedly August 30, 2023. He was a beloved, fun- loving husband, father, grandpa & great grandpa. He was liked by all, loved to laugh, enjoyed fishing, playing cards, working on cars, and above all, was so proud of his family. He would have been married to his wife, Mary, 67 years on September 1st. They were devout catholics and spent many hours volunteering to serve others. Mac was always willing to lend a hand to family & friends.

He was greeted in heaven by his loving daughter Theresa, parents Edna & Coleman, in-laws Theresa & Joseph Marthaler and brother in-laws Joseph (Jeanette) & Donald Marthaler.

He will be greatly missed by those who survived him, his wife Mary, children Mary Jo Exley (Tom), Michael McDonough, Tom McDonough (Helen), Karen Brummer (Tim), son in-law Mike Skillrud, grandchildren Jeremy Exley (Jess), Jennifer Exley Smith (Will), Erik (Lia) & Kelsey Skillrud, Alyssa McDonough (Dan), Ashley McDonough Ramsay (Jono), Ella & Coleman Brummer, great grandchildren Alida, Leo, Charlie, Millie, Colette, Franklin, Annabelle & Sophia and in-laws JoAnne Southworth (John) & Raymond Marthaler (Betty).

Prefer memorials to your favorite charity in lieu of flowers.

Visitation Thursday September 14th at 10:00 am and funeral at 11:00 am followed by luncheon at St John Vianney Church in So St Paul, preceded by private burial at Fort Snelling.

Casey was born to Robert and Lynn Salmon. She was reunited with her mother Lynn Tisland in heaven on August, 25, 2023. Casey is survived by the only love of her life and best friend of many years, Justin Wheeler and their only son and light of her life, Jaxson Wheeler Casey was Baby sister to Dustin (Samantha), Angela, Kristy (Travis), Jake (Courtney), Kody (Lauren) and big sister to Allie (Travis); Step-siblings, Eric, Casey, and Kyle (Deceased) Tisland.

Casey was cherished and so special to her adoptive parents Mark and Cyndi. Casey’s daily calls to her dad Mark is something that can never be replaced and will be forever missed. Casey loved children and was the best auntie to BrookLynn, Colton and 9 other nephews and nieces. Casey’s dream was to be a pastry chef and open her own bakery someday. Baking was her passion and she was the best. Casey Loved to bake. She loved butterflies, flowers, baby cows, and all Nature. Most of all, she loved her family. Casey also had many friends, second moms, and extended family. Casey will be forever missed and forever loved by all who were blessed to have had her touch their hearts.

A Private Celebration of Casey’s Life will be held in Late September.

Age 83, of South St. Paul

Passed away peacefully on August 26, 2023. Survived by loving wife, Mary; daughter, Kathy Winter (Mike); grandchildren, Jake and Nicole; brothers, Julian (Louise) Winter, Peter (Laura) Winter, Mary Lee (Steve) Price, and Lee (Darcy) Winter; also, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his beloved grandson, Tony Burger; parents; brothers Roman, Harold, DuWayne, Sylvester, and Eugene; sister Claudette; and nephews Tommy and Cole.

Joe had the personality and natural charisma to make friends wherever he went. Never at a loss for words, he enjoyed meeting with friends at local coffee shops and restaurants to reminisce about farm life and his years working at Flint Hills Resources (formerly Koch Refinery). He also enjoyed spending time with family at their cabin in Paynesville, as well as taking frequent road trips. Joe was active in the community, having volunteered for several years at the VFW Post 295 and other local charities.

Joe was a selfless man whose passing will leave an unfillable void in the hearts of his loved ones. His ability to sacrifice, provide, support, forgive, and love will be forever engrained in all he knew.

The family wishes to send a special thank you to the staff at United Hospital in St. Paul for their care and compassion over the last several months.

A funeral mass will be held at 11 am on Thursday, August 31, at the Church of Holy Trinity, 749 6^th Ave. So., South St. Paul, with a visitation starting at 9:30 am. Luncheon to follow service.

Private burial at a later date at Oak Hill Cemetery in South St. Paul.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

It is with saddened and heavy hearts that we say goodbye to a larger-than-life son, grandson, brother and friend, Austin Michael Scott. Heaven gained an amazing angel on August 8th, 2023 after a devastating and untimely accident. Those who were blessed to know Austin will forever miss his beautiful smile, infectious laugh, uncanny humor and genuine heart.
Austin served in the United States Navy as an aviation machinist, ending his promising career too soon, at the age of 29. Austin excelled in anything he put his mind or heart to, and this was no exception, ending his Navy career as an E6. The Navy has been his family for the past 6 years, in addition to his blood, marina and lifelong friends and families.
Hearts are broken and rivers of tears are being shed for an amazing soul taken from us way too soon. But God saw something bigger for our Austin and invited him to join him on his journey into something greater.
Survived by, father, William Scott (Heather Blomker), Amanda E. Rawls Featherston (Mama), Laurie Scott (stepmother), Christian M. Scott (brother), Dakota W. Pelton (brother), Dylan Scott (brother), Cierra G. Mendel (sister), Riley Scott (sister), Rosanne L’Heureux (grandmother), Susie Bobinger McKenzie (Mawmaw), Keith Scott (uncle), Jason D. Hall (uncle), Johnny D. Rawls (Pawpaw), Beth Rawls (Nana), Christopher Rawls (uncle), Lauren Rawls (aunt), Rodney Curlee (uncle), Ryan Curlee (uncle), Reid E. Williams (niece).
Loved and missed by many cousins, family, and friends.

Preceded in death by grandfather, Vernon Scott, Charles McKenzie (Pawpaw), Kurtis Scott (uncle), and Denise Rawls (aunt).
Please join us in remembering Austin and sending all our love with him on his new journey.
Visitation 4-8 PM Thursday, August 24th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Memorial Service 12 noon Friday, August 25th, with visitation 11 am to 12 noon prior to the service also at the funeral home. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Following the burial service, we invite friends and family to join us for a luncheon at The Moose Lodge, 5927 Concord Blvd, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076.

Reporting with sadness that our Mom, Charlotte, passed away peacefully Saturday morning, August 19, 2023 at 96 years young. Her children were by her side until the end. She had a heart attack and stroke on Thursday and hospiced at Fairview Ridges hospital in Burnsville. Funeral service will be held at 11:00am at Diamond Lake Lutheran Church, 5760 Portland Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55417. Visitation before the service will be start 10:00am. We are glad she was not in pain long and had a caring medical/ hospice team. Charlotte was born July 28, 1927 on a farm in Southern Minnesota to Edward and Hulda (Kueker) Vogt. She was the second oldest of eight children. Through years of sickness and strife, she always remained incredibly strong, graceful and steadfast in her faith. She was a gifted seamstress and gardener; a queen uncrowned but dearly beloved and forever missed. She was passionate about womens rights as she found herself the head of the house when her first husband came down with Polio. Her political views were democratic and progressive. She was always strong in her Lutheran faith. Charlotte was proceeded in death by her husbands, Martin Braun, Lyle Larson and Paul Bruening; granddaughter Megan Braun; sister Gertrude and her husband Virgil Villnow; sister Marjorie (Meg) and her husband Jack Maxwell; brother Winfred Vogt and his ex wife Carol; sister Anna Lee LaBissonierre and her ex husband Duke; sister-in-law Marjorie Vogt; a step-son Bill Bruening and his wife Mimi. She is survived by her partner in love, Carl Kallstrom; her sons Stan Braun and his ex wife Marge; Gary Braun and his wife Beth; her daughter Cynthia (Larson) and her husband Dann Henseler and ex husband Blair Anderson; her brother Carl Vogt and her sister Isabelle and her husband Frank Lindskoog; her brother David and his wife Marilyn; her grandchildren (in order by age) Nicholas Braun, Jeremy Braun and his wife Rachael, Ginger and her husband Jesse Phillips, Brandon Anderson, Adrianne Braun and her husband Chris Cloud and Brett Anderson. She was also blessed with 4 great-grandchildren Riley Phillips, James Braun, Kailey Phillips and Zachary Braun. Charlotte also had 4 stepchildren, Paul Bruening Jr. and his wife Yoshiko, Barb and her husband Jim Davis and Sandra and her husband Jeff Young; and step-grandchildren Brooke and her husband Brent McBeath, Scott Davis and his wife Gina, Josh Bruening and his wife Nani, Susan Bruening Watson, Alexis and her husband Bill Stuckey, Stuart Bruening and his wife Devin. Charlotte had over 25 nieces and nephews.

“In Loving Memory of Emmett George Linn 09/09/2020 – 08/09/2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Emmett, beloved son and brother, who left us on 08/09/2023. He was born on 09/09/2020 and brought light and joy into our lives.

Emmett loved all that life offered whether from his favorite songs, big hugs from his brother, mac and cheese, and of course any kind of toy ball.

Emmett brought immeasurable joy and happiness to his family during his brief existence. His infectious laughter and playful nature were a constant source of delight. No matter whether he was at his best or his worst, he had the ability to touch the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of knowing him.

He will be deeply missed by his parents, brother, grandparents as well as countless loved ones.
Emmett was preceded in death by his grandfather, Loren Linn and cousin, Ariel Linn.

A memorial service to celebrate Emmett’s life will be held at Grace Lutheran Church, 149 8^th Ave. S., South St. Paul on Saturday, August 26^th with visitation from 1-3pm and service immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to familyvoices.org or hlh-heroes.org in memory of Emmett. May his radiant spirit continue to guide us, reminding us to cherish every moment, embrace the beauty of simplicity, and hold our loved ones a little bit closer. Emmett’s memory will live on in our hearts forever.”

1935-2023

Our beloved Husband, Dad, Gramps, and friend joined Daughter Christy and Grandson Justin, and all his family in heaven, Sunday August 13, 2023.  He leaves to mourn Pat, his loving Bride of 57 years; and 4 sons, Mark (Shannon), John “Terry” (Corrine), Greg (Jeanette), and David (Linda). His grandkids, Brandon, Brian, Kristin, Mark Jr., Cassie, Jason, Ryan, Alyson, Cailey, Jeff, Brad, Michael, Dan, Shane & Ashley, and 37 great-grandkids.

An evening of remembrance will be Monday 8/21 4-8pm and funeral service Tuesday 8/22 with visitation at 10am and service at 11am. Both visitation and funeral will take place at St. Stanislaus Church-187 S. Western Ave. Burial at Resurrection Cemetery immediately following.  Lunch will be provided upon return to the church.  There will be a streamed Mass on Saturday, 9/2 at 4pm on St. Stans website honoring Red’s entrance into heaven.  Memorials preferred.

Red is a lifelong resident of West 7^th Street and proud graduate of Monroe Highschool class of 1954 where he exceled in “hall lunch monitor.”

He was a dedicated employee at Abex Foundry in St. Paul.  He was eventually transferred to Pennsylvania, but it was too far from home for the family, so he gave his notice and moved the family back to West 7^th Street where they still reside 44 years later.

Upon returning to Minnesota, he worked for St. Paul Brass for over 30 years where he was never late, never missed a day, and fought snowstorms to get there.  However, he looked forward to his V-A-C-A-T-I-O-N time.

Red liked to spend time at home in his recliner watching TV, especially channel 4.  He was known to pretend he was sleeping even though he was really eavesdropping on every conversation taking place in the house.

In their travels he and his Bride along with great friends went on 3 cruises, spent winter months in Arizona, swam with dolphins, amongst many other activities and destinations.

Red was proud of the booya recipe he developed. All his grandkids told him “No one can make booya like you Gramps.”  His sons have his recipe and his family plans to continue his tradition.

He enjoyed time at the cabin with his kids and grandkids fishing, rides on the pontoon, sitting around the bonfires, and morning swings on the deck with a cup of coffee.  The grandkids got quite a kick out of gramps because there are now a lot of fish swimming around the lake wearing his glasses and watches.  He was sure to be seen wearing cut off jean shorts, a white T-shirt, a bucket hat, and at times rubber boots. Picture that!

He will be missed by all his loving family and friends.  Dad/Gramps was one of a kind!

August 27, 1933 ~ August 10, 2023

Carol was born on the Eastside of St. Paul, MN, to Walter and Ann Leopold on August 27, 1933. She spent her early childhood living on the Eastside surrounded by relatives and an ethnically diverse community, mostly immigrants from eastern and southern Europe. She had fond memories of her playmates who although having a different language, and culture, would somehow find a way to befriend one another. She liked retelling those stories.

When Carol was eight, her father died due to a construction injury he received while building a neighborhood playground on the Eastside. A few years later, Carol’s mom remarried to Charles Schrodt. Carol referred to him as dad. The family relocated to Newport, MN, where she attended St. Paul Park Senior High.

While living in Newport, she met Everett Christenson. They fell in love and married in 1951. They were together over 30 years until Everett Christenson died of a heart attack in 1984. They had three children, Everett Jr., Anna, and Joy. During the course their marriage they lived in Portsmouth, VA, Newport, West St. Paul, MN, and Inver Grove Heights, MN. Carol made close friends wherever she lived.

In the late 1980s, she remarried Robert Coleman. They were happily married until Robert’s death in 2022.

Carol worked as a cook, waitress, and manager of Mickey’s Diners in St. Paul. She did a cameo performance on Mighty Ducks 1 as a cook at Mickey’s Diner. She loved to talk about the famous people she met while working at Mickey’s Diner. She also had the secret recipe for Mickey’s Diner’s baked beans. She told no one the recipe; not even her family. After 30 years of dedicated service there, the owner gave Carol free meals anytime she wanted. She never took up the offer.

Carol loved to cook; visit family and friends; watch American Idol, America’s Got Talent, and like-minded shows; work in the garden; eat; garage sales; watch movies on the Lifetime network; ice cream and popcorn; Chinese buffets; and to have a good laugh with family and friends. She had a flare for the comic. She is noted for her loyalty to family, her hard work, her generous spirit, her faith in God (she always had a bible near), and her genuine love and acceptance others.

Carol is preceded in death by her father, Walter; her mother, Ann; her stepfather, Charles; her husband, Everett Sr.; her husband, Robert; her daughter, Joy; and her many friends. She is survived by her children Ann and Everett Jr.; her grandchildren Tommy, Chrisy, Peter, Johnny, Heather, Holly, Emily, Caleb, Conor, and numerous in-law grandchildren that she would ask about frequently (especially Sheyenne who checked on her daily towards the end her journey on earth); and her 20+ great grandchildren.

Carol died 17 days short of her 90^th birthday. She will be missed.

Age 97 of Inver Grove Heights, MN

Born April 16, 1926 in Duluth, MN. Preceded in death by husband, Mac; sons, Tom & Todd, great-grandson, sisters, Mary & Betty; brothers, Walt & Joe. Survived by sons, Mike (wife, Dar) & Tim; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews.

Dorothy was a long time employee of Unisys, loved her collie dogs, going to the cabin, seasonal decorating & gardening.

Mass of Christian Burial 12 noon, Friday, August 11^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights, MN. Visitation one-hour prior at church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights.