Obituaries

Dec 11, 2024

Alice Ileen Wasileski (age 87) passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024. 

There will be a funeral service at Cathedral of St. Paul (239 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102) Friday, December 20 ,2024 at 11 AM with a visitation 1 hour prior. 

Dec 11, 2024

 Richard Ponte was born October 22, 1937, and passed away on December 11, 2024. He loved spending his time with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. 

He was Preceded in death by his parents John Ponte, O'Linda and James Perry, brother John, son in law Steven, and grandson Daniel. 

He is survived by his brother, James...

Dec 9, 2024

Lawrence Allen Raasch, also known as Larry, dad, and grandpa, passed away unexpectedly in his home on December 9, 2024 at the age of 77. 

Larry volunteered for both St. Paul and West St. Paul Police Reserves, giving over 50 years of dedicated service to both communities. He was active as a leader in Boy Scout troop 222. He had also...

Nov 25, 2024

Jeanne (Hobelsberger) Sieleni (Age 75) of White Bear Lake, MN and formerly of Forest Lake, MN and St Paul, MN passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024. Jeanne was a long-time employee of TCF National Bank. Jeanne loved living on the Bald Eagle Lake, she was a member of the Gopher State Chevy Club, and a member of the Children's...

Nov 25, 2024

John Patrick Orchard of North Branch, Minnesota, passed away at 79 years of age on November 25th. John peacefully passed away, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in St. Paul, John was the third of seven children to Timm and Eveline Orchard. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy and enjoyed traveling to Germany, Spain, Italy, and other countries while in...

Nov 18, 2024

 Joan Lois Wilhelmy (age 93) passed away on November 18, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Joan was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on July 25, 1931. In 1951 she married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, Robert Karl Wilhelmy, and amazingly raised their nine children.

 Grandma Joan, as she came to be lovingly called, was an...

Nov 6, 2024

Robert (Bob) Gordon Zinn (age 92) passed away on November 6, 2024. Born July 7, 1932, Bob grew up in Baltimore, Maryland. He left High School for the US Air Force and served as a Staff Sergeant in Korea during the Korean War. After returning to the United States he married Mary Jo Rozmajzl on January 27, 1956. He completed...

Nov 5, 2024

Katherine McGuire

9/8/1949 - 11/5/2024

Died on November 5th, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.  She was born on September 8th,1949, in Springfield, MN.  She grew up on a farm with her family until they moved to the cities.  She has lived in St. Paul since 1963. She worked as a dishwasher at Bakers Square for over twenty years.

Katherine was an active member...

Oct 30, 2024

Joseph G. "Joey" Maidl    October 23, 1941 – October 30, 2024

With profound sadness, we share the passing of Joseph “Joey” G. Maidl, a cherished uncle, loyal friend, and valued member of his community. Joey departed this life on October 30, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and countless treasured memories.

Born to Joseph and Helen Maidl on October...

Oct 26, 2024

McMahon,Terry Martin --  Adored husband, best dad ever, a friend to everyone, Terry Martin McMahon, 73, passed away peacefully on Oct 26.

He leaves behind his loving wife and best friend, Sue Murphy McMahon, his children; Erin (Damien) Rock and Connor McMahon; siblings, Richard (JoAnn); Leo (Micki); Cecelia; William (Rita); Robert (Teresa); and Mary (Mark) Perry; as well as many adored...

Oct 23, 2024

Ron “Lefty” McKay (age 89) passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Janet. Ron is survived by his children Debra (Mark) Skoog, Daniel (Sheryl) McKay, Denise Simon and David McKay; He was a proud and loving Papa to 8 grandchildren Matthew (Mindy) McKay, Melissa McKay,...

Oct 22, 2024

With great sadness we announce the passing of Hans Ringsak, age 61. Hans, our beloved son, father, brother, uncle, passed on Oct. 22, 2024, we will miss him always and every day. Born on July 31, 1963 to Beverly and Russell Ringsak in El Paso TX.

Hans is survived by his loving mother, Beverly Ringsak, White Bear Lake, his devoted sisters...

Oct 18, 2024

Rosalie Marie (Jirovec) Peterson, 99 ½, formerly of St. Paul, MN, died peacefully in her sleep Friday, October 18, 2024, while living at Orchard View Terrace in New Richmond, WI. Born April 2, 1925 in Pine County, MN, Rosie was raised as a hard-working farm girl, living through the Great Depression, and leaving high school to join the WW2 war...

Oct 17, 2024

Richard Kenneth Gregory passed away peacefully October 17, 2024 at the age of 74. After spending his childhood in St Cloud, MN, Richard served in the Vietnam War from 1970 to 1972 where he met and married his wife, Bay Ly. When they returned to America, Richard and Bay had 2 children, Lee and Scott. Richard also attended the U...

Sep 22, 2024

Joyce was born and raised in Buffalo City Wisconsin. She followed her sister to the Twin Cities and met and married Raymond “Bud” Helmbolt, a widower with two young sons, in 1961.

Joyce worked for Honeywell for years. She enjoyed traveling and a simple 3 hour trip could take days for casino stops . She was an avid football fan and...

Aug 26, 2024

Joyce Leland (Age 92) passed away peacefully on August 26, 2024 at White Pines Assisted Living. She was born on March 4, 1932 to Louis and Blanche Schimmelfpehig in Augusta, WI. Joyce was a caregiver at Highland Nursing Home for 22 years and worked in the kitchen at Lutheran Hospital in Wisconsin. Joyce dedicated her life to helping people. 

She was...

Aug 18, 2024

Janet Marie Empting (age 82) passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on August 18, 2024. She was born on August 13,1942 to Alfred and Frances Jost. Janet was a happy go-lucky lady, easy to talk to, because she did all the talking. She spent most of her life living on the west end of St. Paul and was...

Aug 9, 2024

Aug 1, 2024

Raymond Robert Skarda, known affectionately as Ray, passed away on August 1, 2024, in Brainerd, MN, at the age of 77. Born on March 20, 1947, in St. Paul, MN, Ray lived a life marked by generosity, laughter, and an enduring love for the outdoors.

After graduating from Cretin High School, Ray honorably served in the Army from 1966 to 1972,...

Jul 21, 2024

Abel Pliego Jr., a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, passed away unexpectedly on July 21, 2024, at the age of 39. He was a devoted family member, always putting the needs and happiness of his loved ones above all else. Born on June 27, 1985, Abel lived a life filled with love, compassion, and spirituality. He was...