Age 86 of Rosemount

Passed away peacefully on Jan. 26, 2022.  Preceded in death by parents, Howard and Elda Sorum; brother, Roger Sorum.  Survived by loving husband, Roger; sons, John, Jeff (Shaun) and Jay (Lori); grandchildren, Emily, Tara (Brad), Christian and Elissa (Jalen).

Beverly was a loving and giving wife, mother, and grandmother.  She took great interest in her grandkids lives and gave to several charitable organizations. Her and Roger married in December 1991 and he was the love of her life. They travelled a lot before settling into wintering in Florida and a cabin on Mille Lacs. They remained together in Rosemount year ‘round until the very end when her life was quickly and unexpectedly taken.  She will be missed by all who knew her.

Private family services.  Memorials preferred to The American Cancer Society.

Age 72 of Zumbrota, formerly of Willmar and Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away Jan. 26, 2022.  An avid outdoorsman, T.R. is survived by his children, Melissa (Gregg) Boehmer, Dallas (Venessa) Michels, Tawnya (Trevor) Perrett; grandchildren, Edel, Penelope, Gabriel, Cheyenne and Savannah; along with his mother, three siblings, two brothers-in-law, one sister in law, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Diane; father, Dr. Roger Michels; and sister, Debora Michels.

Visitation will be February 2 from 4-7pm at Roberts Funeral Home and one hour prior to the funeral.

Funeral will be February 3 at 11am at Church of Saint Patrick:
3535 72nd St E
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076  and will be live streamed at: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/4546909566
*Masks are highly recommended*

Private burial will be at a later date.

Age 59 of Cottage Grove

Born October 31, 1962.  Called Home on December 26, 2021.  Guy enjoyed spending time with family.  He liked to go to bingo, enjoyed watching Me T.V. and Saved By The Bell with Screech in it.  He was a prolific writer most passionate about writing poems, songs, books and authoring his life story.  He filled his life with drawing and painting.  Guy was also very creative with thousands of invention ideas depicted. Guy was always quiet, but kept busy artistically and musically, by playing the piano, guitar and harmonica.  He was a soft-spoken visionary with a gentle soul.

 Guy is survived by his father, Robert O; siblings, Zoaunne Ratzlaff (Mark), Zena (John) Stefani, Clark (Amy), Zanda, Kurt (Margaret); niece, Carina and nephew, Anthony. Guy is preceded in death by his mother, Myrna M Zaccardi; brother, Robert; sister-in-law, Sharon and brother-in-law, Clifton Ratzlaff.

 Visitation 2-4 PM, Memorial Service 4 PM Saturday, February 19 at United Church of Christ, 7008 Lamar Ave S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016.

Lynda Maria Steltz (63) of Hastings, MN, formerly of South St. Paul, MN and Palm Beach Gardens, FL, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2022, from complications of MS, while surrounded by her family.

She was born on December 12, 1958, in Mankato, MN, the first child of Edward and Esther (Schweer) Steltz. Lynda was a 1977 graduate of South St. Paul High School. She graduated from Macalester College in 1981 with a degree in vocal performance and a minor in accounting.

Lynda enjoyed skiing the mountains of Utah and camping and hiking where she could. She traveled many places, including Germany, where she got to use her German that she learned for five years. She loved music and enjoyed playing piano as well as singing with her beautiful soprano voice.

In her later years, she enjoyed going to many plays, especially Jesus Christ Superstar, which she participated in a production of in her younger years. Watching movies with her always brought a smile to her face.

Lynda lived in Florida for many years and was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 1994.  Although over time, Lynda lost her mobility and voice, she lived with grace and perseverance that allowed her to see her children reach adulthood. They were her world.  Lynda had many caregivers including her parents, children, and siblings, long-term home PCAs, and the staff at Regina Senior Living to whom we are grateful.

Lynda is survived by her children Christopher Pellegrino (Kirsten Ward) and Julia Pellegrino, her brothers Jeffrey (Maureen) Steltz, and John Steltz (Liz Danner), along with her nephews Daniel, Peter, and Paul (Anjeanette) Steltz, great-nephew Phelan, and a large extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 29^th at Roberts Funeral Home in Inver Grove Heights from 1:00 pm to 4:00pm. Memorials to the family are requested.

Age 62 years young of West St Paul, MN

Passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2022.  Preceded in death by parents, Don and Dorothy Perron; sister, Pat Nathe; uncle, Mike Callahan. Survived by wife of 38 years, Barb; son, Mark (Cora); daughter, Jessica; grandchildren, Kori and Grayson; his “girls” Holly & Winnie; siblings, Kay (Randy) McNamara, Don (Anne), Mike (Kat), Jim (Renee), Kevin (Joni) & Kelly (Tao) Nguyen and so many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Mark worked 20 years for US Foods and 12 years for I.S.D 197. Mark loved spending time camping and at his happy place, the cabin, where he hunted, snowmobiled, 4-wheeled, ice fished and hosted numerous pig roasts. He loved spending time with his family and all of our friends. We would like to give a huge thank you to Kerrick Fire & Rescue as well as Pine County Deputy Sheriffs. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Mendota VFW at 2:00pm on Saturday, February 26, 2022.

Age 82 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully on Jan. 11, 2022. Preceded in death by husband, Raymond Taack; parents, Donald & Olive Mahan; brother, Gary. Survived by husband, Charles Nyberg; daughter, Barb (Tom) Fox; son, David (Gina) Taack; grandchildren, Leah (Ryan), Derek (Indalia), Sara (Nate), Erin & Jimmy; great-grandson, Lorenzo; former son-in-law, John (Ruth) Kiefat; Stepsons, David (Kathy) Nyberg, Jim Nyberg and Scott Nyberg; Stepdaughter Cheri (Bob) Dietrich; grandchildren, Joe, Rachel, Amy (Jesse), Aaron, Sarah (Matt), Courtney (Mike), Jourdan (Blake); great-grandchildren, Graham, Paige, Maia and Jameson and also other family and friends.

Sharon Loved to spend time with her family. She enjoyed cooking and feeding people.  From her passion for collecting frogs to her love of online shopping and game shows on TV, Sharon did what she enjoyed. Her faith was her guide throughout her life and she led by example always looking for ways to do something for others…

Funeral Service 11 AM Monday, Jan. 17^th, at Grace Lutheran Church, 149 8^th Ave. So., South St. Paul. Visitation 2-4 PM Sunday, Jan. 16^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8018 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Also 10-11 AM prior to the service at church. Private interment General Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Age 89 of Oakdale

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Jan. 10, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, Etlar & Cora; sister, Dorothy; brothers, Etlar “Duke” & Neil; grandsons, Joshua & Adam. Survived by loving wife of 65 ½ years, Marjorie; daughters, Jorie (Keith) Miller, Evy Snyder & Vicky Johnson; son, Rodney (Megan) Johnson; 8 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Audrey Temple; brother, Noel Johnson; faithful dog, Duchess.

George was born 1932 in Reynolds, North Dakota. He graduated in 1950 from Russell High School in MN and was a Korean War Vet 1954-55.

Visitation 4-7 PM Monday, Jan. 17^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Funeral Service 11 AM Tuesday, Jan. 18^th, at St. John Lutheran Church, 765 Margaret St., St. Paul and can be livestreamed at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/2887023591.  Visitation also 10-11 AM prior to the service at church. The family respectfully requests masks be worn.  Interment 12 Noon Wednesday, Jan. 19^th, at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Balaton, MN. In lieu of flowers memorial preferred.

Age 76 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Jan. 7, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, William & Delores; son, Steven; sister, Karen Schmidt. Survived by loving wife of 29 years, Pamela; son, Terry (Valerie); sister, Corinne (Charles) Orsborn; step-daughter, Tina Swanson; grandchildren & great-grandchildren. Melvin was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed the outdoors, was an avid hunter, fisherman and golfer. He served 27 years on the IGH Fire Department. A gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 3:30-6 PM Friday Jan. 14^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Private interment Oak Hill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial preferred to the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Philip Edward Peltier, (Phil, Frenchy, Pun) age 91 was born August 11, 1930 and passed away in comfort on December 31, 2021 after a long exceptionally, well lived life. Phil was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife of 70 years, Audrey; And 5 children they raised together, Thomas (Anne Marie), Susan (Robert) Floum, Richard (Denise Taylor), Kay (Rich) Youngblom and John (Kelly); 6 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 3 step-grandchildren; brother, Paul (Jo Ann); also, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Phil was born at Ancker Hospital in Saint Paul, MN. He was the son of Philip Adrian and Demerise Helen Peltier (Proulx). They raised he and his 6 siblings in a small home adjacent to the Mississippi River on Water Street, below the Smith Avenue bridge, near the mushroom caves. He learned much about shared chores, hunting, survival, hard work, swimming, and disciplines in his growing years. He attended Saint Matthews grade school and graduated from Humboldt High School in 1948. Philip was a US Army Korean War Veteran. After high school, he enlisted during the war and served at Fort Riley Kansas. He served for three years and achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant. He had great respect for God, faith and country. His diary written during the service conveyed much of his commitment to his faith. After the war, he met the “Love of his life”, Audrey Staudacher. Phil crashed a party and saw Audrey in the kitchen. He approached her, and told her he was going to marry her. She said, “No way!!!”. After many persistent phone calls requesting a date from Phil, she finally said,” yes”. The rest is history!!! In addition to pursuing a wife and working, Phil completed various business courses which set him on course for a successful career in Retail and Direct sales of carpet and furniture. Along the way, he had several mentors whom Phil respected greatly and spoke highly of often. He was eternally grateful to them. He in turn, duplicated that role for many others. We, his family cannot begin to name those of you mentors, but you know who you are. Phil loved his work and He achieved many awards for top salesman year after year. He was determined to meet or beat his goals, always. He worked at 3M, Dayton‘s, Gabbert‘s, Curley furniture, and, “ so on and so forth“. In addition to retail sales which he enjoyed, he became a successful Sales Representative for Trend Mills, Horizon Carpet Mills, Shaheen and Best Buy Carpet Mills. He loved his work and the people with whom he worked. He was best friends with some of the legends working in the floor covering industry in the US. Every client was treated like a friend and he made dozens of connections for life. He attempted to try retirement for about two weeks but couldn’t take it. He continued in carpet sales until his mid 80’s. When not selling, he loved vacationing with his wife Audrey and friends. Dinner at the Cherokee Sirloin Room and Parker House was a popular stop. He enjoyed music especially if a sing-a-long. Dean Martin was a favorite and the big band style music kept his feet moving on the dance floor. He and Audrey also enjoyed many years at their lake home on Rush Lake. He always made hunting geese, duck, and deer a priority. There was never a fishing season missed! He loved the hunt or the catch and the organizing of the day or the trip. Eating the fresh fish or game was the pleasure of all to savor his cooking or grilling expertise. He loved golf with his buddies and a round with a son or grandson, too! Later, he volunteered at the VA and participated in delivering Meals On Wheels. In addition, he took up woodworking and canvas painting. Phil made uniquely crafted bird houses, signs with valued messages, beautiful yard décor, mosquito houses, wooden tulips, rooster folk art and many other detailed works of art. A brief summary, Phil had non-stop energy. Always had a project going or many in the works! In addition to his own projects, he was readily available and happy to help others with theirs. He was organized with checklists and to do lists. Dependable always. On time always. Responsibly and meticulously cared for all he worked hard for and owned. He may have been gone often working, hunting and fishing but we all knew we could depend on him to be there if we needed him. He had a great laugh and contagious smile!! He could dish it out as well as he could take it. A great story teller at times with a little help of embellishment!!! If he ever asked, “Did I ever tell you about the time….?” You had better leave the room or be ready to listen to a fishing or hunting story. Unbeknown to most of his family, Phil read his bible most days and typed out many note cards to remind him of the lessons the Lord was teaching him. We would like to share one of those with you:

“God Is interested in my problem.

Ask the Father to help. God is greater than my problems.

Father walk me through this problem.

Help me to trust you, not my thinking but your thinking. Take if you will

All fear and doubt out of my mind.

Forgive me for all the times that I did it my way.”

Many thanks to his caregivers at the Memory care unit whom treated him with special love and respect!!

Also, the family cannot express our appreciation for the outstanding care Phil received at the VA hospital in Minneapolis. They have gone over and beyond to excel from the person answering the phone, the volunteers, aides, nurses and doctors. Thank you!

Mass of Christian Burial 11am Friday, January 14^th at the Church of St. Thomas Becket, 4455 So Robert Trail, Eagan and can be viewed via livestream at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/7047763327. Visitation 4-7pm Thursday, Jan. 13 at Roberts Funeral Home 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights.  Also 10-11am prior to Mass at Church.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights. Memorials to Caring and Sharing Hands https://sharingandcaringhands.org/ or MaryKnoll Missionaries-Father John J. Lange https://www.maryknoll.org/.