Age 78 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully on July 7, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, Gerald & Faye Eyler; brothers, Gary & Jeff Eyler. Survived by daughter, Deb (Tony) Hapka; grandchildren, Nick, Sam & Sydnie; step-children, Mark (Beckie) Syverson, Patty (Rich) Fitzgerald, Tom Syverson & Doug (Shelly) Syverson. Kay was born in Sparta, Wisconsin and lived in many areas of Wisconsin before moving to Minnesota.  She worked at 3M for 38 years in various managerial positions.  After retiring from 3M she became the office manager at Bethesda Lutheran Church where she worked for nearly 20 years, while also holding the position of treasurer for her community HOA. Kay was a devoted Nana, mom and stepmom.  Her grandchildren were her whole world. She never missed a sporting event, concert or school activity.  She was always on the sidelines or in the audience cheering and beaming with pride. Kay loved going out to the softball fields to watch her daughter and friends play many nights and weekends.  Over the years Deb’s friends became Kay’s friends, often getting invited to things in lieu of Deb being there.  Kay cherished these friendships. Kay was a big Minnesota Twins fan and enjoyed watching them on t.v., but loved even more to go out to the ballpark and enjoy a game with a hot dog and a cold Miller Lite. She also loved basketball, having watched thousands of games coached by her then husband, Arlie, and played by her daughter and her grandchildren.  Kay would make sure to follow the Timberwolves closely so that she could talk sports with her grandkids. As described by others, Kay was strong, kind, loving, sassy and fun.  A great lady.  A real gem. Memorial Service 5 PM Thursday, July 15^th, at Bethesda Lutheran Church, 2855 47^th St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 4-5 PM prior to the service. A Celebration of Kay’s Life will continue from 6:30-9:00 PM at the Croatian Hall, 445 2^nd Ave. South St. Paul.

Age 74

Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on July 5, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, Michael; parents, Henry & Rose Haeg; siblings, Robert, Eugene, Hecker & Aggie. Survived by 6 children, Jenni (Rob) Geist, Josh (Nikki), Jason (Amber), Jessica (Mitchell) Hiley, Jon (Stella), & Jeff (Katie); 11 grandchildren, Ali (Jeremy), Tony, Emily, Owen, Sam, Lola, Lucas, Graham, Tyler, Calvin & Tilly; sister, Audrey Mergens; sister-in-law, Helen Haeg; also nieces, nephews & friends. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Thursday, July 22^nd, at the Church of St. Thomas Becket, 4455 So. Robert Trail, Eagan. Visitation one hour prior to Mass. Private Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Age 72 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully at home on July 2, 2021. Preceded in death by mother, Annamarie; sister, Marijo. Survived by father, Robert; sister, Marcia (Roger) Melde; brothers, Michael (Joyce) & Mickey (Gwen); brother-in-law, Buddy Brand; daughter, Kim (Paul) Mix; grandchildren, Autumn, Joseph & Robert; also nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews and friends. Mark worked 40 plus years as a plumber and loved hunting and fishing. Spending time with his grandchildren, shooting the breeze with friends, and enjoyed making contributions to several charities. A Celebration of Mark’s Life will be held July 24^th, 11:00-4:00 at 8325 Courthouse Blvd, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077.

Age 74 of Inver Grove Heights

Entered into the presence of the Lord on July 3, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her family.  Kathy is survived by her loving husband, Mike, of 46 years; daughter, Tanya Deyo; son, Thomas (Crissy) McCluney; grandchildren, Samantha, Mikayla & Nicholas Deyo, Mason McCluney; also numerous family and friends. Mass will be held on July 14 at 11:00 AM, St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, 3535 72^nd St. E., Inver Grove Heights, MN. Visitation 9am-11am prior to the service. Private interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery.

Age 94 of South St. Paul

Passed away peacefully on June 30, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, Edwin & Irene Wangen; Great-Grandson, Ryan Lippert. Survived by daughters, Pam (Tony) Lippert, Laurie Henke (Jon Krier) & Marianne (Ron) Marsiglio; 12 grandchildren; Tom (Stacey) Lippert, Roy Lippert, Lori (Grant) Heller, Toni (Eric) Kohnke, Jodi (Brian) Rohr, Cori Baars-Dzuck (Chris Nelson), Matthew (Alexandra) Lippert, Shawn (Stephanie) Mars, Cassandra Marsiglio, Luke (Abigail) Marsiglio, Sarah Marsiglio (Noah Holmes), Annaliese Marsiglio, 18 great-grandchildren; also other family members and friends.

Memorial Service 12 PM Saturday, July 10^th, at Inver Hills Church, 8265 Babcock Trail, Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 11AM prior to the Service.

Private interment Burnside Cemetery, Red Wing, MN.

Shirley was born and raised in Red Wing MN.  Graduating in 1944, she left a couple of weeks later with two girlfriends for Washington D.C to work for the US Navy as a civilian secretary.  Returning to Red Wing after the war, she eventually moved to So. St. Paul MN to raise her family.

Shirley had a very full life with many interests.  She was a huge animal lover having many dogs, bunnies, an occasional wild squirrel and feeding a multitude of wild ducks.  She loved music, dancing and was an avid reader; with mysteries topping the list.  She was excellent at knitting, blessing many family members with her creations.  Growing many flowers; including award winning irises.  Later on she had her own doll business for many years, winning many first place awards for some of the dolls she owned.

She was also very social belonging to the Jaycees, bowling leagues, dance clubs, Naomi’s Heart and volunteering at church.

Shirley was very much loved and will be missed by many.

Age 88 of South St. Paul

Nancy Joanne Stanek passed away peacefully on July 1, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Barney; daughter, Teresa Parenteau; parents, Raymond & Ethel Heinzer; and brothers, Butch & Richard Heinzer. She is survived by sons, Mike (Karen), David (Jenny) & Keith (Stacy); 9 grandchildren, Crystal (Ryan) Post, Amanda Swapp, Brianna, Brandon (Kyleigh), Angela (Nick Todd), Kayla (Andrew) Krinke, Dylan, Emma & Lucas; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Nancy was a pediatric nurse for 42 years and worked at both Regions and Gillette Children’s Hospitals in St. Paul.  Above all, Nancy loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a huge fan of Elvis Presley, playing the organ, and anything the color red. She was an avid crafter, including sewing, embroidery, needlepoint and knitting. She will be forever missed by her family and friends. Memorial Service 11:00 AM Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to the service. Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Age 95 of West St. Paul.

Passed away peacefully on June 25, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, Hubert Bowman; sister, Dorothy (Al) Ziegler. Survived by nephew, Richard (Sharon) Ziegler; great-nephews, Craig (Carrie) Ziegler & Todd (Michiko) Ziegler; great-great-nephew and niece, Sean & Ashley Ziegler. Bernice was a longtime employee of the Burlington Northern Railroad. Funeral Service 11 AM Saturday, July 3^rd, at Faith United Methodist Church, 1530 Oakdale Ave., West St. Paul. Visitation 10 AM- 11 AM prior to the service. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery, Mendota Heights.

Age 41 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away suddenly from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on June 28, 2021. Survived by his loving children, Payton, Lawson, Lila and Breanna; mother, Linda Bartels; father, Gregory Bartels; sisters, Ella (Rhett) Burmeister & Alica Bartels; nephew, Jacob Stanton; mothers of his children, Erin Peterson and Missy Peck; also many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Luke loved his family and doing anything he could for his kids. He had a passion for being outside, playing games with his kids, the Vikings, motorcycling and fishing whenever he could. He enjoyed spending his free time grilling up whatever he could find and doing cannon balls into his mom’s pool.  “Wanna make a bet?”

Memorial Service 12 Noon, Friday, July 2^nd, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 11 AM to 12 noon prior to the service. Luncheon to follow at Moose Lodge #1008, 5927 Concord Blvd., Inver Grove Heights. In lieu of flowers please consider a memorial to his children for educational opportunities.  Checks may be made out to Luke Bartels Memorial.

Christine Esther, born July 15, 1939 to Victor & Esther Lascewski was received into her Heavenly home June 22, 2021.

Christine married Wilford (Wally) Reich in October of 1957.  They made their home in and raised their family in Inver Grove Heights until Wally’s death in 2012.

Chris was a caring Mother, loving Grandma and GG who will be missed by her children Linda & Tim Levi, Jeff & Sharon Reich, and James Reich.  Also missing her are her grandchildren, great grandchildren and many friends.

We will celebrate Mom’s life on Monday, June 28, 2021, at Robert’s Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights.  Visitation at 10am. Prayer and Memorial Service at 11am.

Age 92 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by his girls on June 15, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents; 4 sisters; son-in-law, Gary DeGraw; Survived by loving wife of 68 years, Kathleen; children, Greg (Barbara), Janie, Terry, Tim (Linda) & Catherine Mary (Forrest); grandchildren, Caleb, Chris, Noah, Tim, Amanda, Katie, Andrea, Trevor & Kevin; great-grandchildren, Austin, Ava, Belle, Caden, Sophia, Isbeal, Ryker, Deven, Claire, Jack, Evelyn, Porter, Emerie, Paul, Mack & Lyndon; great-great-grandson, Aiden; sister, Barbara Munson; also beloved nieces, nephews and in-laws. Jimmy loved his family and had a strong work ethic that he passed unto his children. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Saturday, July 10^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to Mass. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. Special thanks to Fairview Hospice, nurse, Amy and aide Karla. Memorials preferred.