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Don't grieve for me, for now I'm Free. - I'm following the path God laid for me.
I went to Him when I heard Him call. - I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day - To eat, to run, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way. - I simply had to go away.
If my parting has left a void, - Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a walk, a kiss. - Ah yes, these things I, too, will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow. - I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much. - Good friends, good times, my master's touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief. - Don't lengthen it now with undo grief.
Lift up your heart and share with me.
God wanted me now. He set me Free!
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Laura Virginia McLane, 4-23-18 to 2-27-09 of Willmar and Deerwood MN - most cherished mother of daughters, Patricia Younkin, Fridley, Lynae Grossman, Lakeville, Vonny Pingry, Lakeville; & son, Gerald McLane, Deerwood. Preceded in death by husband, Robert. Survived by 9 grandchildren & 9 great-grandchildren. She raised 4 children while working as a nurse and then as a Hennepin County Deputy while her husband Robert was Hennepin Co. Undersheriff. Her full life was lived with a most happy energetic spirit. All who came in contact with her remember her for her dry witty remarks and gentle sweetness. She passed as she lived with grace, humor, and a deep love and devotion for her family. Thank you dear God for her life, her love, and her beautiful example. Services Friday, March 13, 2009 at Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church at 2 PM. Memorials to family. A garden bench will be purchased in her memory to celebrate her love of nature & gardening.
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Mary L. Burnham, age 95, of northeast Minneapolis. Preceded by husband, Edwin L. Burnham; and son, Vernon Jedlenski. Survived by grandchildren, Robert and Greg (Patty) Jedlenski, Mary and Terry Brekke, and Audrey Gay; step-son, Richard (Dolores) Burnham. Funeral services at KOZLAK-RADULOVICH CHAPEL, 1918 University Avenue N.E. December 23, 2008 at 11 AM with visitation one hour prior. Interment Hillside Cemetery. KOZLAK-RADULOVICH CHAPEL "A Celebration of Life" 612-789-8869.
A great lady of ninety five years has passed away. Mary Burnham was the grandmother of one of the developmentally disabled adults that lived in the group home where I worked from February 2004 until September 2006. She passed away this past weekend as the result of a stroke suffered a week earlier. What a great lady she was.
Even though she was legally blind,this feisty lady lived alone in an assisted living care center in northeast Minneapolis until about a year ago. When I worked at the group home, I ensured that her grandson got up to see her every Sunday and they attended church together. Occasionally, I and all of the other three group home residents would stay and have Sunday dinner with Mary after church.
She was a wonderful, wonderful person. I'm glad I knew her for as long as I did.
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Bernard (Steve) Cannon, age 81, died peacefully at home on April 6, 2009. Son of Norman and Mary, Steve is survived by wife, Lorraine; son, Bart; daughter, Lynn; daughter-in-law, Marion Greene; granddaughters, Ellie and Mia Cannon; brothers, Don (and wife Robyn) and Harold (and wife Margarita); nieces and nephew, Sara, Denise and Peter; granddog, Duke; cousins and many friends. Steve served in the U.S. Navy and graduated from the U of M.
The family offers special thanks to Fairview Hospice for their excellent and compassionate care. At Steve's request, there will be no public service. Family and friends will be notified of a memorial gathering at a later date. Family prefers memorials to donor's choice of charity.
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Robert Salitros, of Mora, formerly of Minneapolis, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at his home in rural Mora. He was 63 years old.
Robert G. “Bob” Salitros, age 63, passed away peacefully in his sleep on the early morning of May 30 after an inspirational fight with cancer. Bob’s wife Darlene and his sister-in-law Linda Peterson were with him when he peacefully left this world. Bob was surrounded and supported by the people he loved during his last year; he was very passionate about how important everyone was in his life.
Bob retired in 1997 from the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department after 28 years of service as a Sheriff's Deputy and Sheriff's Detective. Bob was an entrepreneur most of his life and was always willing to work hard and make sacrifices to support his family. He was a lifetime member of the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association.
Bob’s passions include his wife’s cooking, fishing with his sons, boating, and always looking for a new car. Bob loved for things to be clean and neat, his enthusiasm for his lawn, clean windows, and a clean car were the same things that made him special to the people around him.
Bob had many special people in his life; he most cherished the ones that he could help guide with advice when they needed support. His own children have had the benefit of his counsel and will miss his guiding light. Bob left the world a better place with the influence and impact he had on the special people in his life.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents George and Louise Salitros. He leaves behind his loving wife Darlene of Mora; sons David (Kim) of Sauk Rapids, Daniel (Kim) of Isanti; brother, Gerald of Golden Valley; sisters, Betty (Fred) Wresh of Surprise AZ, Janette (Leroy) Bursey of Phoenix AZ, Sandra Einck of Naples Florida, and Linda (Steve) Peterson of International Falls MN; numerous nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service was held on Monday, June 15th at 11:00 A.M. at Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home in Mora. Visitation was 2 hours prior to the service on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to a charity of choice.
I met Bob during my employment with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department where we were both deputy sheriffs. He was a really nice, quiet sort of guy who took pride in everything that he did.
My personal sympathies to his entire family over their great loss of a truly wonderful person.
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Paul Adrian Boesen, 63, of Plymouth, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, gave up his courageous battle with cancer on June 8, 2009. He is survived by his loving wife, Kathy, of 41 years, son Chad (Emily), and daughters Rebecca (Tom) Anderson, and Heidi; granddaughter, Laura; brothers Bill (Deanne), Peter (Marcia), David (Pam), Bob (Simone), Mark (Mona) and sister Cecilia. Paul was a Robbinsdale Policeman, a retired Hennepin County Deputy Sheriff and a Court Security Officer for the United States Marshall Service. Many thanks to the doctors and staff at the Hubert H. Humphrey Cancer Center and North Hospice, especially Mary and Angie. Thanks to the many friends and family who supported us during Paul’s journey through cancer. Celebration of Paul’s life was held Monday, June 15, 2009 at 3:00 PM with visitation 2 hours prior to service at Valley of Peace Lutheran Church 4735 Bassett Creek Drive Golden Valley 55422. Private internment at Fort Snelling. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Valley of Peace Lutheran Church.
Paul Boesen was one of the greatest people that I have ever known. I first met him when he became a Police Dispatcher for the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office. He had the quickest wit of anyone that you will ever meet in your lifetime. When Paul was working, socializing or doing anything else, there was always a sense of humor, tempered with some reality, in the air. I can't begin to count the number of times that I was brought to tears of laughter from some of the 'off the wall' things that would just pop into his mind and out of his mouth.
The fact that I never heard, from anyone, anything negative about Paul, speaks volumes to us all just what a truly great person he was and how we all should live our lives to the fullest. The uncountable number of totally fun and enjoyable shifts that we, and others, all enjoyed together while dispatchers for the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office are memories that I'll never forget. Quite often I hear something or see something that vividly reminds me of many, many of the great, and fun, times that we had together.
My great friend, Paul, you taught us all how to live enjoyable, bountiful and fun-filled lives. Equally important is how much you taught us to accept whatever challenges life gives us. Most important, though, is the honor of having your love, friendship and support and being able to remember you as a true and sincere friend.
May the Lord keep you in the grace of your arms and protect your from any more pain and suffering.
Love and sympathy to your lovely and charming wife, Kathy, and to the rest of your family, over their great loss.
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Michael P. Calistro, former Hennepin County Deputy Sheriff and Minneapolis Police Officer, age 61, of Coon Rapids, on June 14, 2009. In addition to his wife, Carol, and daughter Gina, Calistro is survived by another daughter, Angie Haglund of Coon Rapids; a stepsister, Kathleen Fullwider of Fridley, and two grandchildren.
Mike graduated from Edison High School and served as a Navy corpsman during the Vietnam War, his daughter, Gina. said. After the war, he worked briefly for the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office before joining the Minneapolis Police Department, where he gained respect for going beyond the call of duty, those who knew him said.
"He had a good sense for police work, what to look for and what to do," said Calistro's longtime patrol partner, Cliff Johnson. "He was a very colorful and exciting person who loved people." "Wherever he went, he jumped in with both feet," said retired Minneapolis police officer Tim Prill. "Whatever he did, he left a legacy of good."
Known for his sense of humor, Calistro made the emergency response unit's annual training trips to Fort Ripley, Minn., an "experience to remember," said Minneapolis Police Chief Tim Dolan. "Mike brought us back to reality base."
He was a founding member of the emergency response unit, an officer in the 4th and 5th precincts and a member of the narcotics unit, and most recently worked in the crime lab.
He was especially proud of his work as a Drug Abuse Resistance Education (DARE) officer in Minneapolis schools, said his daughter.
Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, St. Anthony and Stinson Blvds. , St. Anthony. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday with a celebration of life and reflection time at 7 p.m. Sunday at Billman-Hunt Funeral Home, 2701 Central Av. NE., Minneapolis and one hour before services at the church. Interment Sunset Memorial Park.
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Leonard H. Barthol, age 84, of Osakis, formerly of St. Paul, passed away peacefully November 11, 2008. Worked as a fire fighter at the MSP Airport for many years. Preceded in death by wife of 49 years, Martha; brother, Irvin. Survived by children, Barbara (Bill) Vander May, Michael (Teresa), Pattie (Dave) Hanson, John, Mary Schuveiller and Paul; 11 grandchildren; 5 great- grandchildren; sister, Ruth Wolf; loving partner & caregiver of 11 years, Helen Moe; many other relatives and friends. Memorial service 3 PM Sunday, Nov. 16 at Cremation Society of MN Chapel, 7110 France Ave. S., Edina (952-924-4100), with visitation one hour prior.
Way back in the mid 1960's is when I first met Lenny. I was on active duty for the Air Force Reserve as a Fire/Crash/Rescue Specialist and was assigned to serve out my remaining active duty time at the MAC Fire Station on the east side of the airfield as MSP airport. As I recall, Lenny was a Fire Motor Operator (fire truck driver) for the MAC Fire Department. For whatever reason, I can clearly picture in my mind exactly how Lenny looked, I can clearly hear his voice and remember his personable, calm demeanor. He was a joy to work with and I'm glad that I had the opportunity to meet, know and work with him.
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Earl P. Schmidt, Age 79 of Cologne. Survived by his loving family, wife, Marville; children, John (Patty) Schmidt, Nancy (Alan) Buckentine; grandchildren, Adam Buckentine and special friend Corie Korin, Heidi Buckentine and special friend Phil Pieper. Funeral Service Sunday, December 14, 2008 at 1:30 PM at Zion Lutheran Church in Benton Twp. Cologne with visitation held Saturday 3-8 PM at the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia (952) 442-2121 and also 1 hour prior to the service at church. Prayer service 7:30 P.M. Saturday evening. Interment is at Zion Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.
I met Earl when I was working at radio station KCHK in New Prague (Minnesota) back in 2002 to 2004. He would call me periodically while I was 'doing my radio show' and he was an interesting person to talk with. During one of our many conversations, we discovered that we lived only a few miles apart on 134th Street just outside of Cologne.
I considered it a true honor when I met Earl in person for the first time when he attended one of my three 'DELTA DICK' LISTENER APPRECIATION GET TOGETHERS' at Shep's Place in Cologne. My sympathy to Earl's family.
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Haugen, Marlon Oscar "MOH" age 80, of Shorewood, died November 5, 2008. Preceded in death by his son, Jon Haugen; parents, Julia and Elmer Haugen and sister, Corrine Dimmel. Survived by his wife, Janice C. Henke Haugen; children, Kristin, Mark and Maren Haugen, Toni Plante and husband Al, Tom Henke and wife Nancy, Tracy Stefan and husband Mike; daughter- in-law, Darla Haugen; 16 grand- children. Marlon practiced law in Wayzata for 46 years. A service celebrating MOH's life was held at 11 AM Monday, November 10, 2008 at The Episcopal Church of St. Edward, 865 N. Ferndale Rd., Wayzata. Visitation Sunday 4-6 PM at David Lee Funeral Home, 1220 E. Wayzata Blvd., Wayzata and one hour prior to the service at church. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577 had charge of the funeral arrangements.
Marlon Haugen was an attorney from Wayzata that my father used many times for a variety of legal affairs. I got to know Marlon when he and his fellow lawyers, Allan Quello and Gary Phleger, were the 'contract attorneys' for the City of Maple Plain when I began my career there in law enforcement. In the early 1980's when I had my Security Company offices in the Twelve Oaks Business Center in Minnetonka, Marlon also had his law office in the same complex and we would 'run into' each other frequently. I always found him to be a pleasant and interesting person.
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Michael Stephen Postle, age 66, of Plymouth, passed away on August 6, 2009. Retired from the Hennepin Co. Sheriff's Office. Graduate of the FBI National Academy. He enjoyed cooking for people, gardening and cherished his grandchildren and the time he spent with them. Preceded in death by parents, Roman and Patricia. Survived by wife of 41 years, Patricia; sons, Roman (Cory) and Michael David; grandchildren, Zachary and Claire; siblings, Roma (Keith), Jim (Diane) and Dale (Joanne); dog, Rocky; countless friends and colleagues. Memorial service 12 Noon Thursday, August 13 at the Cremation Society of Minnesota Chapel, 7110 France Avenue South, Edina (952-924-4100). Visitation one hour prior. Memorials preferred.
When I was in the early years of my Law Enforcement career with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, I remember Mike as the Commander of the Metro Area Narcotics Squad (MANS); what I recall as being the first organized, multi-jurisdictional Law Enforcement narcotics organization in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.
While serving as a Lieutenant under then Hennepin County Sheriff Don Omodt, Mike also commanded the Hennepin County Sheriff's Communications Division for a short time. Lieutenant Postle would later in his career, be appointed an Inspector with the Sheriff's Department.
Whether he was a Commander, a Lieutenant or Inspector, Mike was the epitome of professional Law Enforcement and served his fellow deputies, Hennepin County Sheriff Omodt and all of Law Enforcement, in a very professional manner.
It was a sincere pleasure to have known, and worked with Mike.
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Don M. David, Age 75, of Longville, formerly of Minnetonka Beach, passed away peacefully November 8, 2009. Survived by wife of 49 years, Bonnie; children, Nancy (Ted) of Austin, TX; Bill (Alvaro) of Paris, France; Jim (Sandy) of Rogers; Steve (Heidi) of Prior Lake; grandchildren, Maddie, Katie, Michael, Hogan & Carson; sister, Jean Howell of Plymouth; and family pets, Lucas and Kitty. Don proudly served in the US Coast Guard, was a member of Rotary (past president), an avid outdoorsman and hunter, and actively participated in the communities where he lived. Special thanks to the Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Cloud, which provided Don and his family comfort and care. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 2PM at the Longville Community Church, Longville, MN (218-363-2750). Memorials may be made to either the Longville Snowmobile Club or Quiet Oaks Hospice House.
I clearly remember Don as a volunteer with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Emergency Squad. He and one of his many Emergency Squad 'partners' would stop by the Sheriff's Radio Station during their tours of duty for a quick visit. He was truly a professional and represented the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department admirably. Additionally, Don was a very successful insurance salesman and one of the very few people that I ever knew who lived in Minnetonka Beach.
My sympathies go out to his family and many friends.
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Marian Katherine Schatz, 81, of Montgomery, died Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009, at Mala Strana Health Care Center in New Prague. A lifetime resident of the Montgomery area, Marian was born in Shieldsville on July 19, 1928, a daughter of Joseph and Dena (Hartman) Stasney. She attended country school, graduated from Montgomery High School and then attended Rassmussen Business School taking a course in bookkeeping. Marian later married Joseph Schatz Sr. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery on June 30, 1948. She enjoyed crocheting, her grandchildren and playing cards.
She is survived by eight children Joseph Jr. (Carol) Schatz, Le Center, Mary Grootvedt of Carolina, Ty (Mary Lynn) Schatz, Montgomery, Steve Schatz, Montgomery, Anthony Schatz, Apple Valley, Annette Schatz, Le Sueur, Margaret (Brian) Cummiskey, Hamburg and John Schatz, Eden Prairie; son-in-law Dan Aydt; 19 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; a daughter Deanna Aydt; and son-in-law Jim Grootvedt.
Visitation was held at the church on Friday from 9:30 to 10:30AM. Funeral services were held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Montgomery on Friday, Oct. 16, at 10:30AM. Burial was at Calvary Cemetery in Montgomery. Arrangements were with Schoenbauer Funeral Home in Montgomery.
I could wire a book about this great and wonderful lady ! Marian and I became friends back in the spring/summer of 2002 when I began working at KCHK-AM; a radio station just outside of New Prague. She had recently fallen off of a chair and broken her arm (or wrist). She became a very avid 'fan' of my Old Time Music Radio Program that was on each weekday from 9AM until 2PM as well as my other many radio shows that I hosted and produced. It was not uncommon for Marian to call me frequently while I was 'on the air' just to chat and let me know how she was doing.
After I left the radio station and began my Olde Tyme Music Show on the Internet (of which I regularly sent her CD's of), Marion and I still kept in contact with each other; talking several times a month. My last conversation was with her just a week before she passed away. She knew that she would be leaving this earth shortly to find her home in God's Heaven and was fully accepting of that and accepted it without reservation.
Marian had a lot of medical problems during the final years of her life but accepted, and dealt with, them in a 'superhuman' way. Never once did I ever hear her complain and her words, "I'll just do the best I can" certainly described how she lived her entire life.
She was a wonderful, dear lady whom I had the honor, and joy, of knowing for seven and one half wonderful years.
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Floyd Lundeen, 85, of Onamia, formerly northeast Minneapolis, died October 24, 2009. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Friday at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Onamia. Visitation 2 hours prior to Mass at the church. Burial Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery. Shelley Funeral Chapel 320-532-3218
I first met Floyd while I was working at the Hennepin County Sheriff's Radio Station in Golden Valley. At that time, Floyd was assigned to the Warrant/Fugitive Division and he and his partner would stop in at 'radio' occasionally to get their police radio in their unmarked squad car fixed, drink some comm or just say "Hi".
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Howard W. Anderson, age 89, of Maple Plain. Preceded in death by his grandsons, Shaun Anderson & Isaiah Weinhold. Survived by loving wife of 64 years, Georgiana; daughter, Madelynn Meads; sons, Steve (Sandy) & Conrad; 8 grandchildren; 13 great- grandchildren; sister, Charlotte Tripet; many loving relatives and friends. Member of IBEW 292. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Thursday, Nov. 5, with visitation 1 hour prior to Mass at the Catholic Church of St. George, 133 S. Brown Rd., Long Lake. Interment Ft. Snelling Nat'l Cemetery. Rettinger Funeral Home Long Lake~Orono 952-473-6954
Howard Anderson was the Mayor of the Village of Maple Plain back in 1969 when I began my career in Law Enforcement in April of that year. I always found him to be an inspiration to my new found career and am a better person because of the expert guidance and advice that he provided me with. I never once was disapointed by any decision he made as Mayor of the Village of Maple Plain andwas always impressed how he unconditionally supported every decision I made s a 'rookie' just beginning my Law Enforcement career.
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Bob E. Leivermann, age 70, of Waconia, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2009. Bob is survived by his loving family; wife Judy; children and their spouses, Bruce and Judy Leivermann, Bradley Leivermann and special friend Brenda Gempler, Mike and Sara Leivermann, Steven and Sally Leivermann, Bobbi Jo and John Fischer. Bob is also survived by thirteen grandchildren. Memorial Mass on Monday, December 14, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Waconia, with visitation from 11:30 A.M. until the time of Mass at church. Interment in the Church Cemetery. Arrangements through Johnson Funeral Home Waconia (952) 442-2121.
Bob Leivermann was truly one of the greatest and nicest persons that I have ever met !!
I first met him many years ago when I began going to 'Bob's Barber Shop in Waconia', the only barber shop ever to become 'The Official Barber Shop of the DELTA DICK OLDE TYME MUSIC INTERNET SHOW'; I mentioned Bob, his son Mike and their barber shop frequently on my Internet Show.
Bob had a great personality, always made you feel welcome and was known for his addiction to golf which, at times, seemed more important to him than cutting hair. If there's a golf course in Heaven; that's where you'll find Bob. He also often spoke about his family and grandchildren, for which he had an obvious fondness.
Rest in peace my friend, you were the best and someone who I will also honor the privilege of having know and as being 'The Official Barber of the DELTA DICK OLDE TYME MUSIC INTERNET SHOW'.
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Clifford L. Cherrier, age 64 of Eden Prairie, Minnesota passed away January, 5, 2010. Survived by daughter, Annette Soderstrom; son, Paul Cherrier; grandchildren, Zachary & Samantha Soderstrom. He was a proud police reserve with Hopkins Police Department for 36 years and was a retired State of MN Correctional Officer. He will be missed greatly by all. Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, January 9, 2010 at 10 am, Pax Christi Catholic Community, 12100 Pioneer Trail, Eden Prairie, MN (952-941-3150). Visitation, Friday 4-7 pm at Huber Funeral Home, 16394 Glory Lane, Eden Prairie (1/2 Mile S. of Hwy. 5 on Eden Prairie Rd.) and 1 hour prior to Mass at church. Interment Hillside Cemetery, Mpls, MN. Huber Funeral & Cremation Services Eden Prairie Chapel 952-949-4970.
Although his obituary doesn't state it, Cliff was also a volunteer with the Hennepin County Sheriff's Emergency Squad; that's where I first met him. He and his partners would periodically stop by 'radio' (our name for the Communications Division of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office) while on duty. I recall Cliff as a well groomed Special Deputy who tok pride in himself and everything that he did.
Althought I lost contact with Cliff many, many years ago, I vividly remember his smile and sense of humor.
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William A. "Bill" Pelkey, Age 45, of Prior Lake, passed away unexpectedly. Survived by wife, Theresa "Terri"; children, Elizabeth, Catherine and James Cates; parents, Durward and Gladys Pelkey; sister, Pamela (Joel) Schroeder; brother, Thomas (Cheryl) Pelkey. Celebration of life service Fri. 5 PM, with visitation 2 hours prior all at Ballard- Sunder Funeral Home, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake. Memorials preferred in Bill's memory. Ballard-Sunder Funeral Homes www.ballardsunderfuneral.com Prior Lake Chapel 952-447-26330.
I met Bill almost four years ago. He was a fellow Security Officer at the Mystic Lake Casino-Hotel who everyone like. He had a 'down to earth' outlook on life and a quick wit. We often talked about his previous experiences with NASCAR Auto Racing and his love of the sport. Bill was a super guy who liked everyone he met and everyone that met him found him to be an honest and sincere friend.
My personal sympathies are extended to his wife Terry and the rest of his family. I'm sure that they will missed him deeply. I know I, and many of my fellow Mystic Lake Security Department Officers, will.
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James R. (Mac) McAlpine - Father, Brother, Grandpa & Dear Friend Age 70 of Lakeville, formerly of South St. Paul, suddenly on Oct. 10, 2010. Preceded in death by wife, Janet; parents, James Sr. & Dorothy. Survived by sons, James III, Doug (Karin), Chad (Shanna) & Chris (Tina); brother, Gary (Linda); sister, Sandie (Jim) Metzen; 7 grandchildren; special friend, Lori Iverson. Jim was a US Army veteran. He was a member of the South St. Paul Police, Hennepin County Sheriff's Departments & retired as a Hennepin County Welfare Investigator. Jim was truly a special person who enjoyed life, was a loyal friend to many & will be sadly missed. He was also a member of the 1962 MN Gopher Rose Bowl Team. Memorial Service was held at 11:30 AM Thursday October 14th with visitation 9-11:30 AM prior to the service at ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials Preferred. Roberts Funeral & Cremation Chapel Inver Grove Heights 651-455-2035
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Richard Joseph Duggan Of Richfield, passed away October 23, 2010. Born Dec. 6, 1921 on the family farm in Edina to parents, John and Mae. Preceded in death by siblings, William, Robert, John, Bill, and Mary Jean. Loving husband, father, grandfather, and great- grandfather. Survived by wife of 63 years, Magna; children, Dick, Sheila, Joe (Colleen), Steve, Susan (Lane); grandchildren, Cary, Michael (Valerie), Ashley, Andrew, Sam, Ben, Steven, Katie; great-grandchild, Tristan; sister, Kathleen Duggan; nieces, nephews and friends. Richard was honorably discharged from the US Navy, retired Captain Hennepin County Sheriff's Dept. in charge of County and City Jail, served as Deputy Sheriff for 27 years. Our thanks to Twin Cities Hospice, VA Hospital, Augustana and Westwood Care Centers. Interment Ft. Snelling Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Christ the King Church, St. Joseph's Home for Children or donor's choice. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, October 29th at 11 AM with visitation 1 hour prior at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5029 Zenith Ave. South, Mpls. Visitation also Thursday 5-8 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St. & Hwy. 100
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Joseph A. Szabla Age 73, of Dayton, died on October 28, 2010. Preceded in death by parents, John and Gladys; and brothers, James and John. Survived by wife, Mavis; children, Susan (Doug) Jackson, Dale (Kelly), and Kerri (Anthony) Gates; grandchildren, Nichole (Ryan) Scheldrup, Adam Daher, Melanie and Ryan Jackson, Erik, Tyler and Evan Gates, Collin and Bailey Szabla; great-grandchildren, Robbie and Tommy Scheldrup; brothers, Kenneth and Henry; sisters, Stella Franks (Randy) and Mary Ann; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. He was an avid outdoorsman who had a great sense of humor and loved teasing his grandchildren. Honorably discharged from the US Army and USMC Reserves. Retired Sgt. Hennepin County Sheriff's Dept., (29 plus yrs). Part-time U.S. Marshal. Member of Champlin American Legion Post #0600 and Anoka Sons of American Legion Squad #0102. Celebration of life at 2:30 PM on Monday, Nov. 1, 2010 at Methven-Taylor Funeral Home, 850 E. Main St., Anoka, with visitation 1 hour prior to service. www.methven-taylor.com Anoka Chapel 763-421-9393
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Allan 'Bud' Goldberg, born June 14th, 1928, passed away peacefully on November 28th, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Morris and Sophie, and sister, Shayndal Weisman. He is survived by his devoted wife, Lois, their two loving children, Rick and Patti, and his five adoring grandchildren: H Noah, Josh, Isaac, Mack and Tess. Caring, generous, and kind are only a handful of the adjectives that could ever try and encompass Bud, who was the personification of a gentleman. Admired and respected by the business and legal community, his most successful business, Goldberg Bonding, is now a third-generation business operating in its 102nd year. He maintained close friendships with people from all walks of life. No matter if you met him through his business, his family, or socializing, his FANTASTIC personality and outlook on life was legendary. If you wish to celebrate his life, please join his family for the funeral 11 AM THURSDAY December 2nd at TEMPLE ISRAEL, located at 2324 Emerson Ave S., Mpls. If you wish to make a contribution in his name, please donate either to your favorite charity or to Temple Israel. SHIVA, Thursday and Saturday evenings, for more information contact Hodroff-Epstein
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Arvid Robert Dittbenner, at the age of 85, Arvid was peacefully released from his mortal life. He could sing, dance, draw, and tell outrageous tales using a wide range of accents. Children, small animals, and most grown-ups were drawn to him, and it was the great joy of his life to teach Science to West Junior High students in Wayzata for 34 years. His kind, and humorous, classroom demeanor will be remembered as long as former students walk the Earth. "Mr. D" always arrived at school wearing a suit, and one of his signature bow ties. He never met a Middle Schooler that he didn't like, and some gave him a run for his money! Arvid saved every toy and comic book that he had as a child. He knew the value of old things, and collected throughout his life. He and Marcia always looked for antique stores when visiting new places. He liked metal soldiers, old TV and cartoon memorabilia, and anything having to do with Disney was deemed worthy. It was speculated that he might be a step-brother to Mickey himself. Arvid traveled often with his wife, and groups of friends, to wonderful, worldwide locales, and preserved the trips through home movies and DVDs. As his health declined, Arvid enjoyed re-watching the trips. Now that he's gone, the world has lost one of its magical creatures. The sky won't seem as blue, the frogs won't sing as loud, the bears won't dance as fast, and we will miss him forever. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Marcia; daughters Sandra (Ken) Millslagle, Doreen (Christopher) Baker; son Steven (Lynn); grandchildren Matthew, Sarah (Nick), Becky (Ty), and Nate (Stephanie); 5 great-grandchildren. Also survived by sister Melva Struckmann; 4 nieces and one nephew and many dear friends. Arvid was preceded in death by his sister Bessie and son Robert. Memorial service 11 AM Monday at Central Lutheran Church 1103 School St., Elk River. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Private. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers Arr Dare's Funeral Home 763-441-1212.
'Mr. Dittbenner' was my science class teacher when my family moved from Richfield to Plymouth. I'm not sure what grade I was in but I do know that I was in 4th grade and went to Widsten Elementary School in Wayzata after we moved to Plymouth. I think I can remember sitting in his ((interesting) science class and looking out the window to my left; I think that was at what is now known as Wayzata West Junior High School.
He was a neat guy and made learning all about science interesting. All of us in his science class especially liked his stories about chasing tornados in a Model A Ford.
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Ralph G. Molnau, DVM, Age 82, of Waconia, passed away on Sunday January 16, 2011. Owner of Countryside Veterinarian and Feed in Young America. Survived by his loving family: wife, Mary; sisters-in-law, Mildred Molnau and Margaret Molnau. Funeral service Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 1:30 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia with visitation 2 hours prior to the service at church. Interment St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Chaska, MN. Johnson Funeral Home Waconia 952/442-2121
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"True country vet" took calls in the middle of the night, treating animals for years after he planned to retire.
By ALLIE SHAH, Star Tribune
With his dog at his side, Dr. Ralph Molnau could be seen driving from farm to farm around Carver County in his old pickup truck, making his veterinarian house calls. "He'd come at the drop of a hat," said farmer Steve Kelzer. "You'd just call him and he'd come out, even at his age. He just loved to get out in the country and see what's going on."
Molnau, owner of Countryside Veterinarian and Feed and a former Minnesota Veterinarian of the Year, died Jan. 16 of leukemia at his Waconia home. He was 82. Services have been held. His love of animals and of veterinary medicine drove him to continue working long past retirement age.
"That was his life," said his wife, Mary Molnau. "He loved doing everything that's necessary for animals."
Born and raised on a large dairy farm in the Chanhassen area, Molnau was active in 4-H and regularly showed cattle at the Minnesota State Fair. He was one of a group of students who lobbied the University of Minnesota to establish a veterinary medicine program. Their efforts paid off, and in 1952, Molnau became a member of the second class to graduate from the U's vet school.
At the Waconia Veterinary Clinic, Molnau treated mostly livestock animals from local farms, but was also available to pet owners. "During the day he'd be out with the cows and the sheep. In the evenings we would spay cats and dogs," Mary Molnau said. "We answered many calls in the middle of the night. There were farmers who had cows with milk fever, or a cow having trouble with a calf. It was important that you got there."
In 1986, Molnau attempted to retire, but it didn't last. "Some people would laugh at that because he never really retired," Mary Molnau said. Five years later, he opened another clinic -- the Countryside Veterinarian and Feed -- on a plot of land just west of Waconia where he raised sheep.
