Age 87

Jim was born June 15, 1933 in St. Paul, MN and passed away peacefully, June 5, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents; brother, Robert; sister, Joyce. Survived by wife of 69 years, Gloria; children, Steven (Janice Ford), Thomas and Aurora (George) Buechler; 5 grandchildren, Robert, Stephanie, Ashley, Joseph and Ann; 8 great-grandchildren. After graduating from Mechanic Arts High School, Jim proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He was a plumber for 38 years of which 18 were with Northwest Airlines. Jim enjoyed spending time with friends at Gramercy Park Co-op in Inver Grove Heights. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, racquetball, shooting pool, woodcarving and reading. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4 to 6 PM Thursday, June 17^th, at Roberts Funeral Home 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers memorials preferred to donor’s choice. Special thanks to Inver Glen Sr. Living and St. Croix Hospice.

Age 63 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away unexpectedly in his home on Monday May 31, 2021. Preceeded in death by parents, William Jr. and June Kelly. Survived by children, Kristi and Brian; siblings Kathy Eittreim (Gary), Larry Kelly (Dianna), Mary Jo Kelly, Debbie Mitschke (Lothar), Linda Egginger (Mike); also many loving nieces and nephews. He will be greatly missed by his children, family and many friends.  

Pat was passionate about music and loved sports, especially wrestling and shooting pool with friends. He was extremely talented at both throughout his life. He was very dedicated to his job for over 20 years, and was held in high regards by his company and coworkers. He loved his children deeply and enjoyed spending time with them as well as sharing their accomplishments with family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077 on Friday June 18^th from 5-8pm, with a time of sharing at 7pm. A Go fund me link has been established at https://gofund.me/82f59a1f

Age 51 of Inver Grove Heights passed away on June 3, 2021 as a result of a tragic accident.  Marc was preceded in death by the Love of his life, Janelle (Cannon) and his father, Mark Langdon.

Marc is survived by his children, David, stationed at Hunter Army Airfield, Savannah, Georgia and Lillian of IGH; mother and step-father, Diane & Ken Kuechler of Duluth; brother, Kevin & wife, Rian and their son, Luca of Duluth.  He is also survived by many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

Marc was an All American football player graduating from Brown University. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving as an infantry man in the 101st Air Borne Division. Marc was active in the community on all levels, including intricately involved in youth sports.  He was such a social guy!
His passion was his two children, David and Lilly.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the IGH Brewing Company, 9051 Buchanan Trail, IGH on Friday, June 11, 2021 from 1-3 pm.

Marc will be laid to rest alongside his wife, Janelle in a private burial at Oakhill Cemetery, So. St. Paul.

Age 72 of Inver Grove Heights.

Known as a gentle giant who always liked to make everyone smile, Butch passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving wife and children on May 28, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, Otto & Margaret; brother, Richard “Sonny”; sisters, JoAnne Radi; Judy Kinning; Margaret Mork.  Survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Sheila; daughter, Rebecca “Bekki”; son, Shane (Elizabeth); grandchildren, Gavin & Isabella; brothers, Donald (Kathleen); Cleadis (Terry); David (Nancy); Tim; James; Sisters, Susanne; Marlys (Bill) Nelson; and Linda (Lee) Lenart; the Hottinger family; many nieces and nephews; extended family and close friends.  Memorials preferred. Please join us in A Celebration of Life for Butch on Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 1:00 pm–5:00 pm at Drkula’s 32 Bowl, downstairs. There is a side entrance by the volleyball courts (6710 Cahill Ave E, IGH, MN 55076; 651-451-1717).
Please share this information with anyone who knew Butch and would like to share in our memories.

Beloved Sister, Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Aunt & Great-Aunt.

Age 90 of Columbia Heights, MN.

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids after the sudden onset of worsening heart and gastrointestinal complications on, May 26th, 2021. Private family service will be held in June.

Age 62 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away unexpectedly on December 9, 2020. Preceded in death by mother, Nancy; brother, Timmy, grandson, Javon. Survived by loving wife, Kelley; daughter, Jessica (Dan); son, Brody (Kayla); father, Richard; many grandchildren, and a great-grandson; sisters, Mary (Mike), Sherry (Randy), Terry (Joey); also, nieces, nephews, cousins and any other family & many friends.

Jimmy loved to work for the Minnesota Wild, spending time with family and friends and ride his Harley Davidson. Memorial Service 10 AM Saturday, June 19^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9-10 AM prior to the service. A Celebration of Jimmy’s Life will continue from 11 AM-3 PM at Mancini’s Char House, 531 W. 7^th St., St. Paul. Private interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Of Inver Grove Heights died June 1, 2021.

She was born to Harris & Edna (Kling) Elliott 1924 in Munising MI. She attended the University of Michigan and taught for 2 years. She also worked in accounting and bookkeeping. After retiring, she volunteered in ministries at church and Divine Redeemer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred and son, Joey. She is survived by Fred Baker (Nancy), Kathy Lauer (Joe), Barb (Mike) Speedling, John (Kay) Baker, Mark Baker, Jim (Jean) Baker, Monica (Bill) McMahon, Steve (Tammy) Baker, Terry (Annette) Baker and Jeanne (Joe Meyer); 26 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Saturday, June 5th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Hts. Visitation 9-10 AM prior to Mass. Interment St. Patrick’s Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Church of St. Patrick’s Emergency Assistance Fund. At Marion’s request, attendees are invited to wear bright colors as we celebrate happy memories of her!

The family invites you to join them for the interment ceremony at St. Patrick’s Cemetery following Mass.  A luncheon at the Veterans Memorial Community Center at 8055 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights will be served at 12:30 PM.  Those not going to the cemetery are welcome to go to the Community Center at 11:30 AM.

You knit us all together in beauty and love
But you knew it was your time
Your beloved had made a place for you
And called you home
So you laid your needles down
Knowing the fabrics you made were strong
And will stand the test of time.    ~In memory of Marion, by her granddaughter Janna Lauer

Loving mother, sister, aunt and loyal friend. Kay passed away peacefully Nov 27^th, 2020 in Inver Grove Heights.  Preceded in death by her parents Claire & Mary Wingert, and brother David Wingert.  She will be greatly missed by daughter Kristen (Steve) Steichen, son Rob (Heather) Forslund, cherished granddaughter Charlotte Forslund, brothers Harry (Kay) Wingert & Frank (Leanne) Wingert, sister Gayle Wingert, sister-in-law Pat Wingert, and her nieces and nephews.

Kay was active in her church and enjoyed singing in the choir. She was a longtime P.E.O. member and found much happiness spending time with her friends & family. She greatly enjoyed traveling, going to plays, museums, concerts, lecture series, reading, sharing a meal or just getting together to visit. Kay added an extra touch to everything she did and always made people feel special.

Kay was born on the family farm and grew up in Iowa, graduating from Union Consolidated High School. After earning her teaching certificate, she taught school and lived in several cities before raising a family in Austin, MN, where she was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Later she moved to Omaha, NE where she entered into, and retired from, a career as Election Commissioner, and where she was a member of Presbyterian Church of the Cross. She returned to Minnesota several years ago to be near family, living in Hastings where she was a member of St. Philip’s Lutheran Church, and then finally in Inver Grove Heights.

A Memorial Service will be held Monday, June 7, 2021, 10:30 a.m. at Presbyterian Church of the Cross, 1517 S 114th St. Omaha, NE 68144. Visitation at the church one-hour prior.

Age 91 of Inver Grove Heights.

Tom passed away peacefully on May 26, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, John and Edna. Survived by loving wife of 65 years, Beda; daughters, Catherine (Wesley) Jones & Mary (John) Franz; son, John (Diane); grandchildren, Lindsey (Cody), Leah (David), Britani (Brandon), Brent, Hannah, Jenna & Thomas; step grandchildren, Sarah (Stephanie), Michael (Bethanie) & Anthony (Jessie); great grandchildren, Jasper, Wren, Ayden, Ethan & Mekhi; step-great-grandchildren, Dominic and Aley; also cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. Tom was a St. Paul native, a graduate of Macalester College, served in the US Army Reserve and retired from 3M. He was an avid outdoorsman and an incredible family man. A Private Family Service will be held at 1 PM Sunday, June 6^th and can be live streamed at https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/5677238315 Memorials preferred to St. Paul’s UMC or Presbyterian Homes.

Age 78 of Inver Grove Heights, formerly of Shoreview.

Roger Allan Hickman, 78, was ushered home into the loving arms of his Father on Friday, May 28, 2021.  While he will be missed by many, we are comforted by Jesus’ own words, “I am the resurrection and the life.  He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.” John 11:25.

Roger was a faithful man who loved the Lord, his family, church and community.  He was born in Warren, MN on May 19, 1943.  He grew up on a farm in northern MN, attended country school, and graduated from Warren H.S. in 1961. He participated in many high school activities and especially loved competing on the basketball, track, and golf teams. He later picked up tennis and it became a life-long sport for the entire Hickman family. He studied elementary education at Moorhead State University and graduated in 1965.

Roger was a loving teacher and mentor to numerous 6^th grade students in the St. Paul Public School District and faithfully served for 34 years.  Not an idle man, he retired for a month and began part time work at Enterprise Rent-a-Car for the next 20 years. He loved a clean, detailed car, and always took great care of all which God had blessed him.

On June 27, 1970, Roger married the love of his life, Connie Velde at Granite Falls Lutheran Church in southwestern, MN.  They began their life together in Mounds View, MN.  Shortly after, they moved to Shoreview for almost forty years, where they began their family and were blessed with three children.  Almost ten years ago, they moved to Inver Grove Heights to be closer to all 10 grandchildren. They enjoyed over 50 years of marriage.

An avid fan of every college and professional sports team in Minnesota, Roger thoroughly enjoyed watching and cheering for his teams.  He loved encouraging his children and grandchildren in all of their sporting endeavors as well.  Always willing to lend a helping hand, Roger found joy in the little things. Serving on various committees and volunteering, he was a man who did not desire to be in the limelight.  He gave of his time, talents, and treasures to loved ones and strangers alike.

Roger was preceded in death by parents, Walter and Helen and brother Warren.  He is survived by his loving wife Connie; son, Joel (Heather) children: Caleb, Samuel and Thaddeus, daughter Kady (Karl) Monson children: Faith, Asher, Noah, Bethany and Grace; daughter Suzie (Paul) Heideman children: Paige and Grant; sister, Karen Larson; nieces, nephews, cousins and beloved relatives.

Visitation 5-7:30 pm, Thursday, June 3^rd, time of remembrance at 6 pm.  Funeral service 11 am, Friday, June 4^th, Visitation one hour prior, Pastor Nathan Pfeiffer officiating.  Berea Evangelical Lutheran Church, 9308 Rich Valley Blvd., Inver Grove Heights.  In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.