Local Obituaries
Jack (John) Sullivan
Sep 15, 2020
Jack (John) Sullivan, age 77 of Turtle Lake, WI, formerly of Stillwater, MN passed away peacefully in his home on September 15, 2020. Graduate of Cretin 1960, Grand Knight of St. Ann’s Turtle Lake, Irish man. Greatly missed by partner, Pam Nelson; children, Michael (Shannon) Sullivan, Pat, Shawn (Kurt) Johnson, and Bridget (Joe) Hammond; grandchildren, Brendan (Bailey), Ben, Devyn,...
Roger D. Neeser
Sep 13, 2020
Our family lost a special and beloved man, husband, father, and grandfather. Embraced in Jesus’ arms, Roger passed away Sept. 13, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Celestine. He is survived by wife of 59 years, Bonnie; children, Greg (Donna), Mike (Leslie), Michelle (Steve), and Doug; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and...
David Walter Simonet
Sep 12, 2020
Simonet, David W. Age 84 of New Richmond Longtime resident of Stillwater Passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 12, 2020. Preceded in death by his parents, George and Helen Simonet; brothers, Stephen, Charles and Philip. Survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Linda; children, Peter, Melissa, Matthew (Lisa), George (Gina Masanz); grandchildren, Alissa and Madalynn. Mass of Christian Burial...
Mary Lou Hurlburt
Sep 4, 2020
Mary Lou Hurlburt (nee Schuh), of Mahtomedi, MN July 12, 1934 to September 4, 2020 Mary Lou dedicated her life to her family and her Roman Catholic faith. Throughout her life as a married mother of 11, she instilled in her children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren her love for them and her love for God and our Savior, Jesus Christ....
Orville Bernard Pung
Aug 31, 2020
Orville Pung, Age 83 September 8, 1936- August 31, 2020 Orville B. Pung passed away peacefully at Lakeview Hospital from complications related to Parkinson’s Disease. His family was by his side. Survived by his dear wife, Nadine; son, Rick Pung; and daughters, Becky Pung (Joe Schmidt), Ann Pung-Terwedo (Alan) and Amy Ayers (Steve); grandchildren, Renee ‘Heinbigner’ Dennis, John Heinbigner,...
Margaret (Day) Schmidt
Aug 30, 2020
Margaret (Day) Schmidt age 78 of Lake Elmo, MN, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2020. Margaret was a loving wife and mother, adoring grandmother, much-loved sister and sister-in-law, favorite Aunt, and good friend. Margaret loved world travel and delighted in every activity involving family. She was beloved for her infectious laugh, fun-loving spirit, compassion and understanding, deep faith,...
Ruth Anne Elizabeth Junker
Aug 5, 2020
Ruth Anne E. Junker, (nee Olson) of Stillwater, MN Ruth Anne was born on July 19, 1939 in Baldwin, WI and passed away on August 5, 2020. She is survived by her husband, Paul; son, Douglas and his children, Jenna and Nathan; daughter, Debra and her children, Ashley and Rachel; and daughter, Denise. Private funeral service will be celebrated. Memorials...
Keith Brian Ness
Aug 2, 2020
Keith Ness, age 48 of Amery WI, formerly of Stillwater, MN passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 2, 2020. Survived by daughter, Kelly Ness; parents, Brian (Deb) Ness; sister, Erin (Jeff) Holmquist; step-father, Stan Linaman. Preceded in death by mother, Shirley; twin brother, Kelly Ness. Graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2020 at Hazelwood Cemetery,...
Mary Alice Swanson
Jul 27, 2020
Mary A. (Connors) Swanson, age 92, a lifelong Stillwater resident, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020. Mary is survived by her children, Richard Kurt Swanson, David (Laurie) Swanson, Dan (Kim) Swanson, Mary K. (Paul) Hanson, Dianne Swanson, and Sue (Mike) Rowley; grandchildren, Erin, Daniel, Andrew, Andy, and Sarah; 10 great-grandchildren; sister, Margurite “Peg” McHugh; and brother, Patrick (Elaine) Connors....
Margaret Swanson
Jul 21, 2020
Margaret Linnea (Stohl) Swanson, born December 12, 1925 to Alva and Arthur Stohl, died on July 21, 2020. Preceded in death by high school sweetheart and husband, Curtis Swanson; sister, Dorothy Cashman; brothers, Arthur and Paul Stohl; son-in-law, Mark Kirkman. Survived by children, Bruce, Craig, Vicki Kirkman, Debra (Dave) Dziuk; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sisters-in-law, Joanne Stohl and...
Samuel Dean Leedom
Jul 16, 2020
It is with deepest sorrow we announce that Samuel Leedom, age 20 from Stillwater, Minnesota passed suddenly on Thursday July 16th, 2020. Sam will be missed everyday by his mother, Heidi Leedom (Bobby Bischoff); father, Christopher Leedom; brother, Jady Wright (25); sister, Michaela Leedom (13); grandparents, John (Jack) Terhaar, Susan Bischoff; and many other family and friends. We know Sam...
Helen Daniels
Jul 15, 2020
Helen Daniels, age 92 and longtime Bayport resident, died Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Helen was born May 16, 1928 in Houlton, WI. She worked many years as a nursing assistant at Andersen Windows. Preceded in death by her husband, Gordy; nephew, Billy; and sister, Virginia and her husband Jack Lewis. Survived by nephew, Tom (Dorothy) Lewis; niece, Sally (Mike) Wendel;...
Elaine Marie Reinhardt
Jul 11, 2020
Elaine Marie Reinhardt Of Stillwater, MN Passed away peacefully at home on July 11th, 2020. Preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; children, Kathi and Charlie Lakins of Albuquerque, NM; Dave and Sue Reinhardt of Rapid City, SD; Nancy and Dennis Schaeppi of Stillwater, MN; Lee Ann and Steve Schaeppi of Eagan, MN; and Kevin Reinhardt of Rapid City, SD;...
Sharon A Oswald
Jul 11, 2020
Sharon A. Oswald, Age 79 of Stillwater, MN Passed away peacefully on July 11, 2020. Sharon was a longtime resident of Stillwater and grew up at Oswald’s Resort on Big Carnelian Lake. She enjoyed and spent her early years watching and caring for her many nieces and nephews. She loved all holidays spent with her family. Sharon also enjoyed search...
Marlys Mary Bell
Jul 10, 2020
Marlys Bell Age 69 of Stillwater, MN Passed away on July 10th ,2020 Marlys was born January 10th 1951 in Stillwater, MN, the daughter of Leroy “Ringer”and Virgina Bell. Marlys’ love of horses began at a young age, riding her pony. Her passion grew into a lifelong career, owning and operating her horse training facility, focusing on the American Saddlebred...
Jozine Helene Biessener
Jul 9, 2020
Age 79 of Stillwater, MN, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2020. Beloved for her bright gardens, sly humor, and earned wisdom that brought peace and joy to all in her life. Saw the beauty and worth in everyone and used her time to care for those who needed it most. Preceded in death by husband, Willie; daughter, Elizabeth; brothers,...
Helen Marcia Cool
Jul 4, 2020
With saddened hearts we announce the passing of Helen “Ama” Cool, at 89 years old on July 4th with family at her side. Our wonderfully fierce, independent, and ever-loving matriarch was able to spend her last days exactly where she wanted to be: the farm. Helen was a graduate of Stillwater Area High School. She went on to attend Macalester...
James B Heimann
Jul 3, 2020
James (Jim) Bernard Heimann, age 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday July 3rd, 2020 at Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN after a courageous 6-month battle with lymphoma. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 39 years, Priscilla, daughters Cate (Matt) Hoffman, Holly Heimann, sister Gayle (Walter) Briceno, brother Jeff (Terrie) Heimann, brothers–in-law...
Donald Fredric Dunlap
Jun 29, 2020
Donald Fredric Dunlap was born in St. Paul, MN, on December 20, 1930. He passed away peacefully on June 29, 2020 at his home in Stillwater, MN. Preceded in death by baby Diane; and son, James. Survived by his devoted wife of 68 years, Claire; brother, Robert; sister, Joanne Morrisette; children, Mary Rudeen, Scott, Wendy (Kent) Grandlienard, Dr. Michelle, Catherine...
Donald A Barnholdt
Jun 18, 2020
Donald (Barney) Barnholdt, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 18, 2020. Barney was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Janet; parents George and Nellie Barnholdt, brother Fred (Fritz) Barnholdt, sisters Helen Moen and Ella O’Connell. He is survived by his children; Cheryl (Ron) McKenzie, Dawn (Bob) Briggs, Becky (Scott) Muellner, Teri (Dan) Barnholdt....
