Remembering Your Loved Ones

Jan 13, 2019

Amelia “Mel” Ringer , age 93, of Two Harbors, MN formerly of Hudson, WI, and Crystal, MN,  passed away on January 13, 2019 at Barross Manor in Two Harbors, MN. She was born in Minneapolis, MN to Paul and Katherine Lesney, and lived most of her life in Crystal, MN.  She married the love of her life, Bob, and...

Jan 11, 2019

Kenneth “Ken” Randall Hart, Jr., age 64, of Prescott, WI passed away peacefully at his residence, surrounded by family, on Friday, January 11, 2019. He was born on September 22, 1954 in Mitchell, SD to Carol (Carey) and Kenneth Hart, Sr. He was a production operator at 3M for many years. He was married to Ann (Brunkhorst) Schickling on...

Jan 11, 2019

Norbert John Fisher, 89, of River Falls, WI passed away peacefully at his residence on Friday, January 11, 2019, surrounded by family, friends and his favorite music. His parents, John and Sophie (Placzek) Fisher welcomed him into this world on May 24, 1929 in River Falls. On October 27, 1953, Norbert married Anna Christensen in River Falls. Together they...

Jan 11, 2019

Richard Carl Fick, age 79 of Ellsworth WI, passed away unexpectedly on January 11, 2019 at his home. Richard was born December 17, 1939 in Red Wing, MN to Fredrick and Ila (Owen) Fick. He graduated from Goodhue High School, the Class of 1958. Richard proudly served his country in the United States Army. Richard was a hard worker,...

Jan 9, 2019

Michael M. Forester, age 50 of Apple Valley, California, formerly of Roberts, passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2019 at his residence.

Michael was born Michael James Foster on August 9, 1968 in Hudson, WI to James and Jean (Paulson) Foster. He grew up in Roberts and graduated from St. Croix Central High School in 1987, then...

Jan 7, 2019

Rev. Verle Everett Holsteen was welcomed home by His Heavenly Father on January 7, 2019.

Verle was born December 22, 1927, in Burlington, IA, to Edward G. and Lulu (Coppes) Holsteen — the fifth of their eight children. Verle grew up on the family farm near Yarmouth, IA, and loved to recall his family’s shared work and...

Jan 7, 2019

Diane Annette Trapp, age 74, of Hudson, passed away on January 7, 2019 at the Park View Home in Woodville. She was born February 22, 1944 in Stillwater, MN, to Leonard and Olive (Haugen) Trapp. Diane grew up in Hudson, and graduated from Hudson High School in 1962. She earned an Associates Degree from Waldorf College in Forest City,...

Jan 6, 2019

Lowell Rudolf “Rudy” Stoppelmoor, age 80 of Roberts, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2019, surrounded by family. He was born on January 26, 1938 to Rudolf and Grace (Busma) Stoppelmoor in Butler County, Iowa. He grew up and graduated from high school in New Hartford, Iowa. In his youth Lowell worked hard on his parents farm, and enjoyed playing...

Jan 6, 2019

Mayelva Vivian Rimer, age 85 of Hudson, WI, passed away January 6, 2019 at the Christian Community Home in Hudson. She was born on May 29, 1933 in Hudson to Audrey and Amy (Colver) Daniels. Mayelva was a proud, lifelong resident of Hudson. She graduated from Hudson High School in 1951, and was united in marriage to Ronald Rimer...

Jan 5, 2019

Janine Marie Engel, age 70, of River Falls, WI passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, January 5, 2019. Janine was born on December 22, 1948 in Kenosha, WI to Lyle David and Elizabeth Katherine (Slagoski) Trowbridge. She graduated from Osseo High School in 1966. On June 24, 1972 Janine married Donald Engel at St. Mary’s Big River...

Jan 5, 2019

Judith Ann Haugerud was born in Menomonie, WI on August 7, 1946, the daughter of Alvin and Rozella (Schill) Olson. Judy was baptized and confirmed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Judy attended high school in Menomonie, WI and graduated with the class of 1964. After high school she attended Eau Claire Beauty School. After receiving her beautician’s license, she...

Jan 5, 2019

Joyce E. Waldera, age 75, passed away Saturday, January 5, 2019, at Hammond Health Services of Hammond, WI. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 PM on Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at the O’Connell Family Funeral Home of Hudson, WI.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the...

Jan 5, 2019

John Peter Raleigh, age 76 of Somerset, passed away January 5, 2019 at Boutwells Landing in Oak Park Heights, MN. John was born December 8, 1942 in Stillwater, MN to John Joseph and Alice Genevieve (Jacobson) Raleigh. He was the oldest son of eight children. John was a St. Paul Hill High School graduate. John furthered his education at...

Jan 3, 2019

Mary Catherine Schramski, age 86 of Ellsworth WI, died on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at Preferred Senior Living. Mary was born May 22, 1932 in Benson MN to parents Terrance and Ella (Fogerty) Commerford. Mary graduated from Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield MN. She was united in marriage to Gerald Thomas Schramski on June 6, 1959. Their union...

Jan 3, 2019

Claudia Noble, age 59, a resident of Hudson, WI, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2019 at home surrounded by her family. She was born February 18, 1959 in Evergreen Park, IL.

Claudia was a successful Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams in Woodbury MN., where she highly valued the friendships she made and kept over the...

Jan 3, 2019

Marilyn Ilene Bol, age 86 of Woodville, WI, passed away January 3, 2019 at United Hospital in St. Paul. Marilyn was born May 31, 1932 in River Falls, WI; the daughter of Marion and Irma (Geurkink) VanDien. She was united in marriage to Harold Edward Bol on August 26, 1955 at the First Reformed Church in Baldwin. Their marriage...

Jan 3, 2019

Joyce Cassutt, age 90 of Hudson, passed away Thursday, January 3, 2019, at Pine Ridge Assisted Living Facility in Hudson, WI. She was born April 18, 1928, in Waseca, Minnesota to Clyde and Kathryn Williams. After graduating from Winona High School in Winona, MN, she earned a teaching degree at Mankato Teachers College. Joyce married Florian “Cass” Cassutt on...

Jan 2, 2019

Mary Jane Ries, age 71 of Hudson died Wednesday, January 2, 2019 at Fairview University Hospital in Minneapolis. Mary Jane was born on September 26, 1947 in Mitchell, South Dakota; the daughter of Melvin and Zola Fredericksen. She was raised in White Lake where she graduated from high school. On September 1, 1967, she was united in marriage to...

Jan 2, 2019

Dennis Michael Senty JR, age 47 of Hudson, suddenly died on January 2, 2019.

Dennis was born on March 23, 1971 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Dennis and Kathleen (Hannah) Senty. He attended St. Paul Open School; graduating with the class of 1989. Dennis then proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Gulf...

Dec 31, 2018

Age 78, Hudson, WI Formerly St. Paul Passed December 31, 2018 Terry was born and raised in St. Paul and worked 37 years at 3M Company. He was a dedicated & loving father & grandfather. Terry was an avid Vikings, Twins and T-Wolves fan, and a Life Master duplicate bridge player who amassed 6,399 career points. Terry will be...