Age 80 of Inver Grove Heights

Loving husband, father and grandfather

Passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2020, at Southview Acres Health Care Center due to COVID-19. Virgil was born on October 21, 1939, in Britton, South Dakota, the second child of Roman and Loretta (Etl) Michlitsch, and raised on a farm near Eden with his sisters Valeria and Audrey. In 1960, he came to the Twin Cities and started a career with Armour & Company. On September 29, 1962, Virgil married the love of his life, Carol Stianson, of Roslyn, South Dakota. They eventually settled in Inver Grove Heights, where they built their home and were blessed with daughters Jody and Kelly. He later worked for Raco Oil & Grease Co. and started a cleaning business. After retiring in 2002 from School District #199, he dedicated even more time to granddaughters Amber and Autumn, who filled this proud grandpa with endless joy. Virgil’s devotion to his family was extraordinary—always a provider and protector for all of his girls in whatever ways they needed. He was lighthearted and playful, always smiling. He worked hard yet was always ready and willing to help anyone. Virgil was a good man, a man of faith and integrity with a servant’s heart. He was always on time and could fix or DIY almost anything in his prized garage. He also enjoyed many activities including horseback riding, fishing, snowmobiling, dancing, playing games, gardening, sports, and gathering with family and friends. While he loved camping and traveling, especially visits to the family farm, he was always happiest at home. Now at home in Heaven, Virgil is deeply missed and lives on in the hearts of his devoted wife Carol, daughters Jody Michlitsch and Kelly (Todd) Forrester, granddaughters Amber and Autumn Forrester, sister Audrey Johnson, sister- and brother-in-law Lois and Gerald Zimmermann, nieces and nephews, many other relatives and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Valeria and brother-in-law Philip Kulesa. A Memorial Celebration of Virgil’s Life is set for Friday, July 17 at 11:00 a.m., in The Chapel at Hosanna Church, 9600 163rd Street West, Lakeville. Visitation at 10:00 a.m. Enter through Door 5. Social distancing practiced. Masks required and available if needed. Live stream at https://youtu.be/sOaVAL-sYVU. Memorials to the family preferred in lieu of flowers.

Age 63 of South St. Paul

Passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2020. Preceded in death by husband, Verne Jones; parents, James & Evelyn Shanley; siblings, James, Richard, Kathy & Margaret. Survived by son, Brian Shanley; daughter, Heather Malaske; grandchildren, Aliyana, Gabrielle, Mia, Jamie and Kal-El; great-granddaughter, Rose; siblings, Timothy (Mary), Larry (Margo) & Steve (Rosie) Shanley. Judy Pagel, Mary Zigan, Sandy Crouch, Lynn (Landon) Fuller; also, a large extended family and many friends. Susan had the heart & soul of a caretaker putting her strong Christian faith into action helping countless organizations & individuals. She lived in sobriety for over 30 years & assisted many working on recovery. Memorial Service 10:30 AM Saturday, July 11^th, at River Heights Vineyard Church, 6070 Cahill Ave., Inver Grove Heights. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to the family.

Age 83 of Inver Grove Heights,

Formerly of Coon Rapids. Passed away on June 23. 2020.Preceded in death by wife, Jane; son, Randy. Survived by son, Michael (Pamela); grandchildren; brother, Ken (Carol). Bob was a US Army Veteran and worked at Cenex for 32 years. A private family graveside service was held at Crystal Lake Cemetery, Minneapolis, MN.

“Mimi” died on June 12, 2020

Miriam (Mimi to her family and grandkids) was born December 17, 1941 in South Gate, California to John & Magdalene Conroy. She is survived by her husband, of 57 years, Charles “Chuck”; sisters, Ann Erwin & Margaret Lauderdale; brothers, John (Patricia) and Michael Conroy. She had six children, daughter, Juliana Williamson Page (John), daughter, Stephanie Cardwell (Curt), son, Marcus Patrick (Chelsea), son, Geoff (Kristi), daughter, Jennifer (Brian); grandchildren, Spencer, Sterling, Samantha, Seth, Saul and Sabina Hackney; Lenin Cardwell and Sean & Tyler Page. She was preceded in death by her parents and son, Charles Walter Page III. Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 AM Thursday, June 18^th, at the Church of the Holy Trinity, 749 6^th Ave. So., South St. Paul, MN 55075. Visitation 10:30-11:30 prior to Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Mendota Heights. She was an active member of several ministries at St. Isidore Catholic Church, Yuba City, California and had a special affinity for life issues. Donations may be sent to Yuba Sutter Right to Life. PO Box 1341, Yuba City, CA 95992.

Age 82 of Inver Grove Heights

Born on March 28,1938 and passed away peacefully at home of heart failure on June 10, 2020.  Sue is preceded in death by her husband, John James and her parents, Frank and Frances Dowd of Omaha.  She is survived by her four children John Patrick (Nancy), Teresa (Chuck) Spieker, Sean, and Jim; and five grandchildren, Ashley, Dylan, Jack, Regan, and Maggie; and her siblings Patrice, Frank (Pat), John, Joe (Annette), Tom, Mary, Bill (Mary), Bob (Linda). She is also survived by her nieces and nephews: Michele, Brad, Ryan, Shannon, Steve, Paul, Patrice, Michaela, Sam, Anne. Sue was born in Omaha, NE in 1938 and attended Cathedral High School and St. Mary’s College where she completed her Bachelors degree in Nursing.  Sue started her nursing career on the Rosebud Indian Reservation in South Dakota, and then moved to Lincoln, NE and worked at the VA Hospital. She met John James at a CYO event and they were married on February 17, 1968. John and Sue moved to MN, started their family, and she worked full-time as a night nurse at Parkway Manor Nursing Home. Sue still found time for volunteering at St. Michael’s Catholic Church as the Principal for the Faith Formation program among other volunteer duties.  Sue maintained her friendships throughout the years and continued correspondence with everyone. Sue loved a great conversation and there was never a dull moment when spending time with Sue – whether you were her child, sibling, family member, neighbor, or friend. Sue’s life was busy during the years of working nights and raising kids; and she retired after 37 years of nursing and thoroughly enjoyed the slower pace of life and time to read. Sue was an avid reader and passionate about books, authors, and a suspenseful storyline. Sue will be dearly missed by family and friends. Her quick Irish wit, wisdom, candor, and sage advice was second to none. Her warm and gentle smile, and generous heart were appreciated by so many. Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 AM, Wednesday, June 17^th at The Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72nd St. E., Inver Grove Heights and the visitation will begin at 9:15 AM. Due to Covid-19 restrictions at the church, the family will be seated in the church during the visitation and there will not be a receiving line. Restrictions also prohibit having a luncheon, but family and friends can gather outside the church after Mass. A private burial at St. Patrick’s Cemetery in Inver Grove Heights will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Our Lady of Peace Hospice, St. Paul, MN.

Age 83 formerly of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 9, 2020. Frank grew up in Marble, MN. He graduated from greenway HS in Coleraine, MN. He attended Itasca Junior College before attending ST. Cloud State University where he received a BS in Music Education. Frank later earned his master’s degree from the University of Colorado at Boulder. He taught his first five years in Buhl and Virginia, MN. He moved to Minneapolis where he taught for 26 years in the Minneapolis Public Schools. Frank met his wife Barbara at Bryant Jr. High where they both taught. They married in 1968 and had three daughters and eventually five grandchildren. Frank and Barb enjoyed musicals, concerts, and other productions especially events at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre. Frank’s personal hobbies were gardening, flower arranging, jigsaw puzzles and word searches. He really enjoyed working at Bachman’s in south Minneapolis during the summer months. One of his greatest talents was assembling and decorating grapevine wreaths from the vines that grew in his own garden. After retiring from teaching in 1989, Frank went to work at JCPenney in Southdale. He was one of their best suit salesmen and, truth be told, never had someone come back for a refit. Frank’s greatest legacies were his love of music and his love for family, especially his daughters. His example more than any of his words were their inspiration. His kind heart and gently spirit were evident to all. Frank is survived by wife, Barbara; daughters, Lee (Greg) Beaner, Anne (Warren) Knapp & Aimee Blanchard; grandchildren, Rhiannon, Laura, George, Lyla & Wes; sisters, Shirley & Rita. F. A Memorial Mass for Frank will be held at a later date.

December 11, 1948 – June 10, 2020

Pat was born in Indianapolis, IN and lived most of her life in the Minneapolis, MN area.  Pat spent more than 30 years as a nurse and nurse manager at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, MN.   Pat loved being with her kids and grandkids and had so many close friends who she loved spending time with.   Pat had a passion for making her home beautiful and enjoyed her scrapbooking hobby creating wonderful memories with photos.

She is survived by her children, Nicole Pousard (Tom Otremba) and Eric Pousard (Elise), grandchildren, Thalia, Rémi, Beatrix, and Faye Pousard.   Along with her immediate family, she was loved by four brothers, two sisters and their spouses, and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents and other relatives.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Mary Mother of the Church, 3333 Cliff Road East, Burnsville MN on Monday, June 15 at 1:00 PM (The famly understands that the current Covid 19 epidemic may prevent you from attending.  We thank you for sending your prayful support.)

Age 88, of South St. Paul,

Passed away on May 31, 2020. Formerly of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota. He graduated from Lakota High School with a graduating class of 12. He loved his family, coffee talk with friends at McDonalds, playing golf and sailing. He served in the US Navy on a destroyer and loved his “Tin Can Sailor” reunions. He was a retired electrician from IBEW Local 110.   He was preceded in death by parents, Einer and Helen Ravn; sons, Daniel and Patrick; daughter, Deborah; brother, Paul (Dee) Ravn; great-grandson, Benjamin Smith. Survived by wife, Sharyn; sister, Kathleen Ravn; sons, David (Lynn) Ravn, Tom (Erin) Ravn and Tim Ravn; grandchildren, Kyle (Dawn) Ravn and Kelle (Kayla) Ravn, Bryan Ravn, Rachele (Ryan) Smith, Danielle (Jeremie) Wallin, Molly, Claire and Patrick Ravn; 16 great-grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held at 11 am on June 9th at Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St. E. Inver Grove Heights, MN.

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