Obituaries

Chris Sirek Sr.

Sep 28, 2021

Beloved father and grandfather passed away Sept. 28th at the age of 67. Preceded in death by parents, Michael & Betty Sirek and cherished dog Emma. Survived by children Chris (Brianna) and Elizabeth (William) Grandchildren, William and Aiden, Step-Daughters Cissy and Cindy, and Siblings Steve, Julie, Carrie, Michael. A celebration of life will be held in his honor on...

Barbara Micol

Sep 26, 2021

Barbara Micol, born August 28, 1932, passed away on Sunday September 26, 2021 after a short illness. Her two children, Melissa Porter of St. Paul, MN and Charlie Micol of Chelmsford, MA were with her during her last few days. In addition to her children, she is survived by her son-in- law Stephen Porter and her daughter-in-law Shayna Micol...

Bruce Cunningham

Sep 20, 2021

Preceded in death by his wife Margaret “Maggie”. Survived by many nieces & nephews. Graveside Service for Bruce and Maggie will be held on Tuesday (November 9th) 9:30 AM at FT. SNELLING CEMETERY.

Catherine Carlson

Sep 19, 2021

Catherine Mayo Carlson "Cathie", age 76 of Saint Paul died Sunday morning September 19, 2021 at United hospital In Saint Paul.

Cathie is the beloved wife of David Christofferson; sister of Dale (Kay) Carlson, Jennie (Tom) Baltutis, Keith (Liz) Carlson; aunt of Colleen, Ian, Chris & Kerry; many cousins in Montana.

A Memorial service will...

Duane Helmbolt

Sep 15, 2021

Beloved Husband, Father and Grandfather. Passed away peacefully at home after a 9 month battle with cancer. Preceded in death by his father Raymond; mother Audrey and daughter Crystal. Survived by his mother Joyce; wife of 45 years Dannette; son Dan (Jessica) and grandchildren, Jackson and Harper.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

Memorial Gathering...

Judy McGinn

Sep 8, 2021

Survived by her husband Michael; children, Kristen, Jessica (Teddy) Hidding and Laura (Rocker) Bymark; grandchildren, Zoe, Ceci, Sophie and Sully; sisters, Geraldine Morse, Connie (Tony) Huspek and Denice Morse; many nieces, nephews and friends. She was a second Mom to many.

Visitation 3-7 PM SUNDAY (9/12) at Kessler & Maguire Funeral Home, 640 W. 7th St. St. Paul...

Jana Machgan

Sep 7, 2021

Jana Marie Machgan, age 59 of ST. Paul died Tuesday morning September 7, 2021 at United Hospital in St. Paul.

She was preceded in death by her parents Leona & James, brother James.

Jana is the beloved mother of Serena; Narcisse (Heidi); adoring grandma of Benjamin; sister of Becky, Anthony, & Mary; many nieces &...

Catherine Ferdig

Sep 1, 2021

Preceded in death by her husband LeRoy; children, Steven, Nicholas & Cheryl. Survived by her son Kelly (Kathie); daughter Cynthia (Stephen) Iepson; 9 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Private Service at a later date.

Nancy Yankovec

Aug 31, 2021

Age 82, of St. Paul

Preceded in death by husband Jim; parents Esther & Earl Cartier; brother John Cartier; sister Diane Carley.

Beloved mother of Jay (Carole), Greg (Karla), Jill (Kyle); grandmother of Nick, Erin, Daniel, Lauren; also survived by many relatives, friends; and soul mate Don Robinson.

Visitation 10-11 am with Mass...

Arlene Bertrand

Aug 27, 2021

Arlene Ione Bertrand, age 88, of St. Paul, MN passed away surrounded by family on August 27, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband Louis (Bud) Bertrand Sr and son Louis (Buddy) Bertrand Jr, her parents Berger and Tillie Morud, sisters Delores Kaski, Millie Lambertz, and Rosie Grewing.

She leaves behind her children;...

Ray "Roy" Wallace

Aug 16, 2021

On August 16, 2021 Ray (Roy) Junior Wallace passed away peacefully surrounded by family. Roy was born March 17, 1929 in Houston, Missouri, the son of Arthur Lee and Sally Ann (Morton) Wallace. He was the third of eight children.

Roy is survived by his children Vickie (John) McPhillips, Mark (Susan), Terri, Kenneth (Jodie), Richard (Danelle); sister...

Janina Tytus

Aug 13, 2021

Age 99 of St. Paul on August 13, 2021

Preceded in death by husband Peter, parents Helen & Peter Zarek; daughters Mary (the 1st), Anna.

Beloved mother of Eugenia (Richard Peterson), Edward, Mary (the 2nd)(Bruce) Adams; grandmother of Joe, Jenna, John & Lucas; great-grandmother of Logan.

Private Services. Burial Resurrection Cemetery.

Matthew Richards

Aug 11, 2021

Matthew Richards, age 49 of Hastings died on August 11, 2021. He was a beloved brother, father, uncle & friend.

He was preceded in death by his parents Francis & Fern; grandparents Fern & Al Weyand; nephew Tyler; fiancé Bridget.

Survived by daughters Katie & Kelsey; brothers Ben & Ted; nephews Luke, Travis, Jesse & Nick; niece...

Gloria LeMay-Howland

Aug 3, 2021

Passed away peacefully in the loving arms of her children on August 3rd.  Gloria was a generous, loving, compassionate mother who raised two wonderful children and doted over her loving grandson.  Gloria faithfully dedicated 27 years of service in caring for the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ) who were a second family to her.  She led her...

Scott Biron

Jul 31, 2021

Scott Biron, age 39 "Scooter" as he was fondly known to many, passed away on July 31, 2021. He was our beloved son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend. Scott was born in St. Paul, MN on August 28, 1981 to Harvey and Claudia Biron. He grew up in West St. Paul and attended Moreland Elementary School, Grass Jr....

Rommona Estrada

Jul 26, 2021

Private Services

Margaret Burton

Jul 25, 2021

Margaret (Margi) Lynne Burton loving mother, mother-in-law, nanny, sister and friend passed away peacefully at home Sunday July 25, 2021 at age 76.  She was born to Francis and Florence Dressely January 24, 1945 in St Paul, MN.  After Graduating from Monroe High School in 1963 she moved, with friends, to Redwood City, CA to work at Yosemite National...

Charlotte Ritter

Jul 21, 2021

Our Firecracker. Lifelong West Ender.

Preceded in death by husband Charles; son Charles Jr., daughter, Sharon Marie, brother Wally Kriesel; sisters Irene Gillispie, Florence Eiden.

Survived by  loving and devoted daughter, Jodelle & son, Mark;  Grandchildren Aimee & Kelsey, special granddaughter MeganElise (Ronnie)  and her only grandson Nicholas Charles (Dana); great grandchildren Cameron,  Elijah, Lucy, Violet...

Joanne "Joan" Prazak

Jul 8, 2021

Preceded in death by parents Carmon & Bernice Hawkins; brother Dick (Donna) Hawkins; husband of 59 years Tom; son Bob.

Survived by sons Mike (Sheila), Jim (Cara); grandchildren Brian (Emily), Julie (Sebastian), Matt (Kate), Amy (Tim); great-grandchildren Olivia & Luke; many nieces, nephews & friends.

Joan was a life-long parishioner of St. Francis de Sales...

Erminia Everett

Jul 7, 2021

Age 75 of St. Paul

On July 7, 2021

Beloved wife of Antonio; loving mom of Tony, Cindy, DeeJoe, Virginia; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; sister Hilda (Robert) Jones; brothers Carlos (Vicki), Raul, Arthur.

Preceded in death by parents, sister Dora; brother Alex. Visitation 4-8 Wednesday at Kessler & Maguire Funeral Home, 640 W....