Klotz, Benno R. “Ben” or “Bud”
Age 72 of Inver Grove Heights
On August 27, 2019, after a year-and-a-half battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by parents; wife, Patricia; sister, Kathy. Survived by his five children, Christine Benson, Jennifer (Aaron) Gilbertson, Elizabeth (Robert) Azzarello, Katherine (Trevor) Dieckmann, Benno (Becca) Klotz; plus 6 siblings; 13 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren. Benno was raised in Lakeville, MN, served for the Army during the Vietnam War and settled with his then young family in Inver Grove Heights in 1977. His kindness and quiet strength will be greatly missed. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3rd, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights. Mass of Christian Burial 10 a.m. Wednesday, September 4th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St. Inver Grove Heights, with vigil one-hour prior and lunch to follow. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery at 1:00 PM Assembly #2.
Menz, Vera Frances (Nee Bidinger)
Was born on May 22, 1928 in Waite Park, MN to William F. and Carolena Bidinger. Passed away peacefully August 15, 2019. Visitation will be at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN on Tuesday, August 20, 2019 from 3:00 to 7:00 pm and again at 10:00 am preceding the service at 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 also at Roberts Funeral Home.
Vera is preceded in death by her husband, Willis Kenneth Menz; granddaughter, Elizabeth Susan Ostrowski; son-in-law, Bernard Ray Bidinger. She is survived by her 8 children, Sue (Rich) Patterson, Barb Menz, Judy Bidinger, Bill (Kay) Menz, Ken (Cindy) Menz, JoAnn Brown, Jim Menz, and Patty (Greg) Feiock); 22 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Cole, Robert R.
Age 80 of South St. Paul
Passed away peacefully on August 14th, 2019, his twin sister by his side. Preceded in death by his much loved wife of nearly 48 years, Mary Jane (Schaefer); 8 siblings, Ann Mars, Ruthie Gallagher, Donna Gallagher, Vern, Bill, Pat, Tom and Carolyn Marx. He is survived by daughters, Sandy, Tracy (Chris) Spies and Joleen (Tom) Witham; grandchildren, Cole, Mason, Lydia, Alexis and Tucker; twin sister, Ginny (Rollie) Weber and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, neighbors and friends. Butchie was the youngest of 10 and loved a good time. He was a long time employee of Drake Marble Co. and Twin City Tile and Marble Co. Fishing for bass at Ham Lake was a favorite pastime as well as puttering in the garage making canes out of willow tree branches and cutting boards out of Corian. He will be missed. Special thanks to HealthEast Hospice and The Pillars of Oakdale. A Celebration of Life will be held 11 AM Saturday, August 24th, 2019 at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights, with visitation one-hour prior. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the family.
Klocow, Joan Elizabeth (Nee Singewald)
Age 88 of Inver Grove Heights.
Formerly of St. Paul. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 8, 2019. Preceded in death by husband, Alan. Survived by children, Dennis (Nancy), Dean (Lista), Alison (Sean) Joyce & Karla (Tim) Johnson; grandchildren & great-grandchildren; sister, Beverly Singewald. Celebration of Life Service 11 AM Saturday, August 17th, at First Presbyterian Church, 535 20th Ave. No., South St. Paul. Visitation 10-11 AM prior to the service at church. Private interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred to First Presbyterian Church or Neighbors Inc.
Wolff, Leona Margaret
Age 87 of Inver Grove Heights, formerly of Saint Paul.
Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother.
Preceded in death by husband, Edward; parents, Steven and Theresa Lendway; and all her siblings. Survived by son, Mike (Diane Darrow); daughters, JoAnn (Mike) Heller, Paula (Colleen Norris) and Marilyn (Greg Rowe); grandchildren, Mike (Sarah), Rick (Melissa), Josh (Leah), Jessica (Derek), Jennifer (Jeff) & Hannah (Tyler); great-grandchildren, William, Logan, Everett, Lucia, Greta and one more coming; also many special relatives and friends. Leona loved to spend time with her family, watch Twins baseball, and go to the casino. Mass of Christian Burial 9:45 AM Tuesday, August 6th, at the Church of Saint Patrick, 3535 72nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 5 to 8 PM Monday, August 5th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., IGH. Also 9-9:45 AM prior to Mass at church. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred and will be given to Our Lady of Peace Hospice Residence. Special thanks to the staff at Our Lady of Peace for their loving care.
Moch, Scott Michael
Age 52 of Inver Grove Heights, formerly of Saint Paul.
Passed away suddenly on July 28, 2019. Scott graduated from St. Paul College and had a long career as a journeyman plumber. Preceded in death by parents, Dean Moch and Mary Howard Moch. Survived by sister, Kelly Moch. Private internment of ashes at Forest Hill Cemetery Owatonna, MN at a later date.
Sweeney, Marlene Joan (Nee Nyman)
“A Little Mother”
Marlene was born May 31st, 1935 in St. Paul, MN. On Sunday evening, July 28th, 2019 the angels came and carried her away while surrounded by her family, and she was joyfully reunited and welcomed at the gates of heaven by her dear mother and father, Deloros and Vernon Nyman; her brothers, Bill and Dave Nyman; step-mother, Helen Nyman and many other family members and friends. There is not room enough to tell everything she was to us. She was a beautiful and devoted wife to her husband, Mike and everything you could ask for in a mother to her seven daughters, Maureen (Jim) Sexton, Colleen (Ward) Wallin, Sharon Lemke, Margaret (Bill) Roszak, Mary Kaye (Sean) Bagge, Molly (Mike) Dexter and Leah (Ron) Riehle. She was “Nana” to, and will be lovingly missed by her 16 grandchildren, Meghan (Derrick) Hosmer, Rachael Sexton; Ian and Ero Wallin; Kayla (Tony) Agbara, Emily (Derek) Tuley and Ryan Lemke; Annie, Jake and Sara Roszak; Michael (Cayleigh) Deller and Aidan Bagge; Bailey and Gracie Dexter; Hailey and Hunter Riehle; 2 great-grandchildren, Emma Kay and Addie James Hosmer. She was amazingly resilient, endured hard times with grace and poise, and turned them quickly into good times and wonderful memories. She taught us the values of strong faith, unconditional love, courageous spirit, forgiveness, compassion, and that hospitality is no small thing. She was an avid, avid Twins fan, even naming her fish “Buxton”! She loved to sew, was a long-time member of The Church of St. Patrick, and never missed a sporting event or band concert for the seven of us! Marlene attended Humboldt High School and Technical College in St. Paul, and worked at Minnesota Pipeline, Divine Redeemer Hospital and the City of Inver Grove Heights. While it is extremely difficult to express how devastating it is to lose our dear wife and mother, our family remains so very grateful to have been blessed with such a wonderful example who touched so many lives as a wife, mother, daughter, sister, dear cousin, aunt and beloved friend. We wish to express our thanks and gratitude to Southview TCU and to Allina Hospice for their wonderful care and support. A visitation will be held Thursday, August 1st from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Roberts Funeral Home,8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights and on Friday, August 2nd, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at The Church of St. Patrick 3535 72nd St. IGH, followed by a Celebration of Life Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.
Reichenbach, Timothy Paul
Age 53 of Inver Grove Heights.
Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by the love of his family on July 18, 2019. Preceded in death by grandparents; brother-in-law, Jeffrey Roach; sister-in-law, Sarah Hanson; Survived by wife, Amy (nee Hanson), daughters, Sarah & Lexi; parents, Paul & Mickey; brother, Tom (Cari); sister, Laurie Roach; In-laws, Tim & Jane Hanson; sister-in-law, Katie (Chris) Goralski; also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends. Gathering of Family & Friends will be held from 4-7 pm on Thursday, July 25th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to teamreichendummies at American Brain Tumor Association.
Krech, Robin D.
Age 54 of Inver Grove Heights.
Passed away unexpectedly on July 13, 2019 after being diagnosed three weeks prior with lung cancer. Preceded in death by father, Albert; stepfather, Bill Kuhn. Survived by mother, Kathy Kuhn; siblings, Steve (Bettina), Jeff, Chris (Sue), Billy (Tina), Jeff, Julie, Michelle (Dave) & Craig (Jeanne); also aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews & friends. Funeral service 11 AM Friday, July 19th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9-11 AM prior to the service. Interment Oak Hill Cemetery.
Brynjulfson, Alvina “Ellie”
Age 75 of Inver Grove Heights
Join us for A Celebration of Life and dinner 6 PM, Friday July 19th, at Rolling Meadows Community Center, 3249 78th St., Inver Grove Heights