OBITUARIES

Oct 30, 2023

Winton Oftelie of Saint Paul passed away peacefully on October 30 th 2023. Formerly of Minneapolis, Indianapolis and Thief River Falls, he was born March 9, 1942 (Thief River Falls) to Alma and Oliver Oftelie (deceased). He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Kathy Nordquist Mohn Oftelie, and sons Anders Oftelie (Saint Paul) and Alexander Oftelie (Minneapolis)...

Oct 30, 2023

Maria Conception Garcia (Lozano) May 25, 1935 - October 30, 2023 Wife, Mom, Grandma, Great-Grandma, Great-Great Grandma, Sister, Aunt, Friend, passed away peacefully at the Villa St. Vincent at the age of 88. Maria, known by many as Connie or Concha, was born in Denver, Colorado. Her family moved to Mexico where her father started his own business. She...

Oct 27, 2023

Please join us for a funeral gathering on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M., at Simple Traditions by Bradshaw - Humboldt Chapel, 488 Humboldt Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota 55107.

Oct 23, 2023

Passed away October 23, 2023, age 70. Born February 16,1953 in Minneapolis. Longtime building inspector for the City of Plymouth, MN and AFSCME president. Bob was a skilled woodworker, gardener, cook, history buff, family genealogist, and animal lover. Preceded by his parents, Clint and Lillian Rood, and many pets. Survived by partner Marcia Haapala, sister Kathy Bergthold, niece Leah...

Oct 23, 2023

Laura passed away surrounded by her family. Her joys in life were her children, grandchildren, pets, wildlife and travelling. She enjoyed the beaches of Hawaii and Florida as well as the pristine beauty of Yellowstone. She passed her love of nature and life onto her children. Preceded in death by her parents, William and Bruna Heine. Survived by husband,...

Oct 17, 2023

Preceded in death by her father David Shore. Survived by her mother Helen Shore of Coon Rapids, her daughter Sara Eppard (Alissa) of Detroit Lakes, her son Ben Garbacz (Jessica) of Stacy, and her three grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart, Landon, Olivia, and Lincoln. Nancy started her professional career working in administration and NSP, and after...

Oct 14, 2023

David Carl Morck, 65, passed peacefully at home on October 14th, bringing an end to a lifelong journey filled with adventure, awe, and love. Packing his patience, passion, humor, and creativity, Dave brought his family, friends, colleagues, and every new person he happened to meet that day along for the ride. He was a master at finding the beauty...

Oct 14, 2023

Strain, Elizabeth (Betty) J. (Née Wirtz), age 81, of Saint Paul, passed on October 14, 2023. Preceded in death by husband James; parents Ernest & Ida Mae, daughter Catherine; and siblings Frank, George, Paul, Joan, David, Jane, Theresa, Rosemary and Lawrence. Survived by daughter Kathleen, siblings Michael (Chris), Diane, Maryann, Ernie, Steven & Louise; many nieces and nephews especially...

Oct 11, 2023

Dwight D. Soeffker, age 63, of Burnsville, MN, passed away on 10/11/23 surrounded by his best friend and only child, Sydney, and other family members after a long, tough battle with cancer.

Dwight was born in Bismarck, ND, to the late Milo and Irene (Adolphsen) Soeffker. He was known to be a banker most of his life...

Oct 7, 2023

On October 7, 2023, the world lost a gentle and kind soul when Zoe Baird Berglund Hesterberg (they/them pronouns) died tragically and unexpectedly at the age of 31. Born in 1992 in California, they were an observant, contemplative, and peaceful baby and a wonderful sibling. They spent most of their life in Minnesota and are survived by parents Gena...

Oct 7, 2023

David Robert Raney, age 79, of Minneapolis, MN (formerly of Drayton, ND, Alexandria, MN, and Carlos, MN) passed away on Saturday, October 7th, 2023 after a long illness. He is preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Shirley Delaine Bloom Raney, parents Robert and Dorothy Raney, step-mother Erma Raney, brother George Raney, and a step-brother. He is...

Oct 6, 2023

In Loving Memory of Jacob Thomas Amdahl July 1st, 1989 - Oct. 6th, 2023 Jacob Thomas Amdahl, born on July 1st, 1989, touched the lives of many with his warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit. It is with heavy hearts that we announce his passing on October 6th, 2023. Jacob was a son, brother, friend, and confidant to all who...

Oct 6, 2023

Linda Christina Del Rio of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away Thursday October 6th, 2023 at the age of 68. A celebration of life will be held at Simple Traditions by Bradshaw in St. Paul - West Side on Thursday, October 12th. Visitation will be from 10am-12pm, service from 12pm-1pm, and burial to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Luncheon at Dunham's...

Oct 5, 2023

Michael Bremer (1966-2023) Died peacefully among family on October 4th.

Michael was the youngest and always had a good sense of humor and his quirkiness is a quality we all learned to love. He had a passion for fixing things, which led him to pursue a career as a car mechanic. He had a tendency to save...

Oct 4, 2023

Monica Joy Karen Lynne Holley, age 14 of St. Paul, was tragically taken from us all too soon on October 4, 2023. She was a kind and friendly person with a loving soul. She was energetic and had a broad range of interests, from volleyball and track to musical theater. She was a natural comedian with a quality of...

Oct 3, 2023

Michael Marcotte Age 72 of Saint Paul

Michael passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2023. Preceded in death by parents Alvin and Arlene Marcotte. Survived by longtime partner Sue Quirt and her daughter Starr; brothers Gary, James (Ronnie), and Daniel (Julie); nephew Garrett; and nieces Kaylin, Marielle, Mackenzie, and Elise.

After graduating from St. Paul...

Sep 29, 2023

Mark Edward Bahnsen, 67, of Burnsville, formerly of Savage, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023.

Mark, the eldest of six children was born on August 30, 1956 to Darrell and Elizabeth “Bette” Bahnsen in Mason City, Iowa.  He grew up in Savage and graduated from Burnsville High School. Mark worked at Cub Foods where he met...

Sep 29, 2023

David Alan Solis, age 58, of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2023. Preceded in death by his father, Patrick Sr. He is survived by his beloved mother, Edna; siblings, Michael (Jennifer), Patrick Jr., (Linda), Lisa, Joanne (Ray), Michelle (Chris), Steven (Paula), Maria, and Jennifer (Chuck); along with many nieces, nephews and close family. From a young...

Sep 29, 2023

Cotann Goodbear passed away on Sep 29, 2023. Her loved ones are composing her obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Sep 27, 2023