Obituaries

Nov 29, 2025

John ''Jack'' Joseph Jaruszewski Jr., of Minnetonka, MN, passed peacefully away on November 29, 2025. Jack was born on July 15, 1941, in Minneapolis, MN, to parents John and Louise (Scheffler) Jaruszewski. Jack dedicated more than 30 years to public service, with the U.S. Navy and working in both Law Enforcement and Corrections.

He is preceded in...

Nov 25, 2025

Flynn, Dennis

Age 82, of Plymouth, MN, passed away November 25, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years Sandra Flynn; daughter, Deborah Flynn; son, Devin Flynn, and five grandchildren. Dennis, a/k/a "Whitey," was born on July 30, 1943, and graduated from Denfeld High School (Duluth) in 1961. He enjoyed his career in the...

Nov 25, 2025

Marian L. Wilkinson, 94, died Nov. 25, 2025, in St. Louis Park, Minn., where she spent her final months in hospice care after residing in assisted living a number of years in Minnetonka, Minn., near her daughter, son-in-law and grandchild. A former Indianapolis resident, she was a clerk typist several years for the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration...

Nov 24, 2025

Eloise Maxine Thompson Alexis Phillips, 1921 - 2025

Maxine A. Phillips, of Plymouth, MN passed away in November 2025, just short of turning 104. She was a cherished mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, and friend, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Maxine was born in 1921 to Myron...

Nov 20, 2025

Carol Jean Moleski (Oas)

February 25, 1935 – November 20, 2025

Carol Jean Moleski, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on February 25, 1935, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Emma Walseth Oas and Julius Oas. Carol grew up on a family farm during...

Nov 18, 2025

Jerde, Scott Jr. Age 45, passed away on November 18, 2025. Preceded in death by his parents, Kim and Scott Sr. Survived by his partner Angie Coyle; sister Angie Jerde (Cody); nephew Levi; niece Lainey and other loving family and friends. Scotty was known for his big heart, deep love for his cats, his loyalty to the MN Vikings...

Nov 18, 2025

Weston James Paszkiewicz, age 10, was born on July 30, 2015 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Danielle Joan Paszkiewicz (Schuette) and John James Paszkiewicz. Weston later earned the title of proud older brother to sister Devin and brother Cullen. He was baptized on October 11, 2015 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Brownton, Minnesota. Weston was a fourth grade student at...

Nov 15, 2025

Jason E. Mundstock of Mound, MN, previously of Madison, WI, passed away on November 15, 2025.

Preceding Jason in death was his father, James Mundstock.

Jason is survived by his wife, Erin Mundstock; his mother and stepfather, Jan and Chris Ogden; and countless family, friends, colleagues, a testament to the exceptional person he was and...

Nov 10, 2025

Betty Callahan (nee Rolain) passed away peacefully on Monday, November 10, at the age of 102 in Minnesota, where she had recently moved to be closer to family.

Betty was born February 14, 1923, to Walter and Elin Rolain, and was the oldest of eleven children. She moved to Chicago after graduating high school and studied to...

Oct 31, 2025

Courtney Ann McDonough

Our hearts were broken when we lost Courtney Ann McDonough on October 31, 2025. A radiant soul whose light touched everyone blessed to know her, Courtney sparkled in every room, her laughter contagious, her kindness effortless, and her creativity boundless. Some of Courtney's greatest gifts were her sense of gratitude, making others feel valued...

Oct 30, 2025

Dr. Deborah E. Powell, pioneering medical educator and former dean of the University of Minnesota Medical School, remembered for her vision, leadership, and mentorship

Dr. Deborah E. Powell passed away October 30th 2025, surrounded by her family. She was 85.

Born in Lynn, Massachusetts, in 1939, Dr. Powell earned her bachelor's degree from Radcliffe College...

Oct 28, 2025

Alejandrina Pletan

Born May 8, 1948 and died October 28, 2025.

Funeral Service Tuesday, November 4, 2025 11:00 AM at David Lee Funeral Home, 1220 Wayzata Boulevard East, Wayzata, MN. Visitation one hour prior to service. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

Oct 26, 2025

Metzler, Steven Richard

Age 68, Golden Valley passed away October 26, 2025. Preceded in death by parents George and Regina Metzler and brother Chris. Steve owned Dayspring Window Cleaning for 38 years, which his sons now operate. He played trumpet in St. Paul Scouts and Brio Brass. Steve attended St. Agnes, St. Paul Central and the U...

Oct 26, 2025

Michael McCarty of Belle Plaine, MN passed away at the age of 68 on October 26, 2025 at his home. Michael John McCarty was born July 27, 1957 in Minneapolis and grew up in Wayzata, MN with his parents John and Darlene McCarty, older brother Mark and younger sister Mary. He married Nancy Ann Eberle on August 7, 1993...

Oct 15, 2025

Linda Norberg

October 2, 1946 – October 15, 2025

Linda Norberg, a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on October 15, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on October 2, 1946, in Queens, New York, to Robert and Ethel Lavell, Linda was the heart and foundation of her family, quiet force...

Oct 12, 2025

In loving memory of William George Beduhn. Born January 3, 1941 – Chicago, IL. Died: October 12, 2025 in Wayzata, MN at age: 84. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Anna and Irving; sisters, Dolores and Caroline. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Carole; children, Tim Beduhn (Heather), Kelly Moravec (George) and Becky...

Sep 30, 2025

Judy Schmidt of Minneapolis MN was called home to the lord on September 30th . Judy is proceeded in death by her husband Jerry Schmidt, Parents Chester and Shirley Highness and daughter-in -law, Shelley Schmidt. She is survived by her son, David Schmidt and daughter-in-law Kim Schmidt, grandson, Austin Schmidt, daughter Rachel Schmidt, brother Joel Highness, sister-in-law Nancy Highness,...

Sep 29, 2025

James Leonard Bies

June 4, 1938 – September 29, 2025

Bies, James Leonard

Age 87, of Crystal, MN formerly of Plymouth, MN and Danbury, WI. Passed away on September 29, 2025. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Helen Bies; brothers, John Bies and Fred Bies

Jim was...

Sep 27, 2025

John M. Pendzimaz, age 79, of Rockford, passed away Saturday evening, September 27th, 2025. He was born November 26th, 1945, in Minneapolis to parents Anthony "Tony" and Shirley (Ditty) Pendzimaz.

He grew up in Crystal, MN, where he attended Saint Raphael Catholic School during his elementary years and graduated in 1963 from Benilde-St. Margaret High School in...

Sep 27, 2025

Ethelmae Snell Holste, age 86, was surrounded by her loving family as she was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on Saturday, September 27th, 2025. Ethelmae was born on May 19, 1939 to Edward and Margaret Grahn. In September 1958, she married Norman Snell and together they raised their three children: Randy, Sandy, and Mitch. Norman passed away...