Ballard Sunder Funeral Homes

Rosemary Shanks, age 77, of Bloomington, MN, formerly of Prior Lake, MN, passed peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025. Liturgy of the Word will be held at 11:00 AM with a Time of Gathering from 10:00 - 11:00 AM on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior Lake, MN 55372. Rose will be laid to rest at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery in Prior Lake. Born on August 15, 1947, to Kenneth and Margaret (Quirk) Michael, Rose was raised in Cleveland, MN, near St. Peter, and spent her early years growing up one of many children as a small-town girl. She briefly worked for St. Margaret's in Rochester before moving to Minneapolis to begin her career...

Verena (Riesgraf) Walden, age 73, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away on November 19, 2024 at NorBella Senior Living in Prior Lake. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM with a time of gathering from 10:00 - 11:00 AM on Friday, December 6, 2024 at St. Michael Catholic Church, 16400 Duluth Avenue SE, Prior Lake, MN. Father Tom Walker will preside. Verena was born to Cletus and Mary Riesgraf on December 1st 1950. She was the 7th of 9 children. Verena grew up on the farm in Belle Plaine, MN. She graduated in 1968 from Belle Plaine High School. She married and had three beloved sons. Varena raised her sons in Cambridge, MN on Lake Fanny. Verena held many jobs and titles throughout...

Barbara Ann (Wildin) Hahn, aged 87, of Burnsville, passed away on May 7, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. A private family funeral service in Barbara's honor will be held. Barbara and her husband Dean will be laid to rest at Roselawn Cemetery. Barbara was born on May 25, 1936, to parents Lewis Wildin and Alysmae (Ramus) in Algona, Iowa, her father's hometown but soon moved to LuVerne, Iowa, her mother's hometown. She lived there, near her grandparents, William and Dora Ramus, and many of her aunts, uncles, and cousins. She attended school at the LuVerne Elementary School through 5th grade, her grandfather built the gymnasium there. Her family built a home in Algona, Iowa and they...

Barbara Ann (Wildin) Hahn, aged 87, of Burnsville, passed away on May 7, 2024, at home surrounded by her family. A private family funeral service in Barbara's honor will be held. Barbara and her husband Dean will be laid to rest at Roselawn Cemetery. Barbara was born on May 25, 1936, to parents Lewis Wildin and Alysmae (Ramus) in Algona, Iowa, her father's hometown but soon moved to LuVerne, Iowa, her mother's hometown. She lived there, near her grandparents, William and Dora Ramus, and many of her aunts, uncles, and cousins. She attended school at the LuVerne Elementary School through 5th grade, her grandfather built the gymnasium there. Her family built a home in Algona, Iowa and they...

Dolores Elaine (Knutson) Lindahl, age 95, of Belle Plaine, MN, was welcomed home by her Lord on Friday, April 5, 2024. Her daughter, Trudy held her tightly in her arms as she passed at Kingsway Retirement Living in Belle Plaine, MN. A Christian Funeral Service was held at 11:30 AM with visitation time from 10:30 - 11:30 AM on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 500 W Church St, Belle Plaine, MN, with Pastor Martin Bentz and Pastor Ed Fredrich presiding. Dolores will be laid to rest at Round Lake Presbyterian Cemetery in McGregor, MN. Dolores always stated: "You take whatever the Lord gives you in life, He is always with you." She lived by her words. She was deeply loved...

Bradley David Bulver, loving father, devoted husband, and loyal friend, passed away on March 22, 2024, at the age of 54, after bravely battling ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). Brad's journey through life was one of unwavering commitment, compassion, and joy. Brad was born on August 16, 1969, in Albert Lea, Minnesota to Don and Cheryl Bulver. Growing up in Owatonna, Minnesota, Brad discovered his love for sports early on, excelling in football, basketball, baseball, and softball. Brad was happy to spend his days outdoors playing with many neighborhood children. After earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Social Studies from Mankato State University in 1992, Brad ventured to Aldine, Texas,...

Jane Buck, aged 83, of Savage, passed away at home surrounded by family on March, 3, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, March 15, 2024 at 10:30AM, with a Time of Gathering from 9:30-10:30AM, all at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 4625 W. 125th St., Savage. Following the service there will be a continued gathering time from 12-3PM at the Environmental Learning Center at Savage Community Park, 13550 Dakota Ave S, Savage, MN. Jane will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery with her husband. Please wear green to celebrate Jane's Irish Heritage. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred and will be distributed by the family to Community Action...

Paul Henrik Elmstrand, age 27, was born in Cambridge, MN on December 29, 1996. He was the 5th child of Rodney and Sara Elmstrand. He grew up on the family farm in North Branch, MN and graduated in 2015 from Cambridge-Isanti High School. Paul attended University of Northwestern, St. Paul and graduated in 2018 with a criminal justice degree. He worked at Rod's Berry Farm, Chisago County Parks Department, the MSP airport, and the Burnsville Police Department. Over the years he was active in 4-H, Joy Lutheran Church, cross-country running, Isanti County Explorers and ROC. Paul enjoyed hunting, showing cattle, The Office, trap shooting, camping, canoeing and being with people. He married...

Ryan Thomas Piper, age 49, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away on February 11, 2024. A Celebration of Ryan's Life will be held at 11:00 AM with a Time of Gathering from 9:00 - 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Hosanna Church, 9600 163rd St. W, Lakeville, MN 55044. Ryan was born in Minneapolis to Craig and Cecelia Piper and was raised in Burnsville, along with his older brother, Christopher. Ryan attended school in Burnsville, as well as the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield. Ryan was active in sports, including football and hockey. Even in high school, Ryan's kind confidence, tactful honesty and witty sense of humor drew many people into his circle of friends. Many of those...

David "Dave" Paul Arens, age 90, of Lakeville, MN, passed away peacefully with family at his side on January 19, 2024. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and good friend. He will be missed dearly. Dave was born on November 25, 1933 to Francis and Henrietta Arens in Slayton, MN as the oldest of seven children. He grew up on the family farm in Wilmont, MN. After graduating from Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in Wilmont, MN in 1951, he was encouraged by his brother Bob to go to college and get his degree from Mankato State. After graduating with a degree in biology and physical education, he started his first job at Jordan High School as a science teacher,...

John "Jack" L. Sund, age 76, of Savage, MN, passed away on December 30, 2023. A Celebration of Jack's Life will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 1:00 PM with a visitation from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM, all at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 Marschall Road, Shakopee, MN 55379. Jack will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at 10:00 AM. Family will meet at Assembly Area #4. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred and will be donated to Warrior Dog Rescue or a charity of your choice in Jack's name. Jack was born October 8, 1947 and grew up in Hamburg, MN. He graduated in 1965 from Central High School in...

Maxine Gladys Taxdahl, 97, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away in her sleep in the company of family on November 19, 2023. Her Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023 at 11AM with a Time of Gathering starting at 10AM, all at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, 3611 N Berens Rd NW, Prior Lake, MN. A private family interment will be held at Woodville Cemetery, Waseca. Maxine was born on June 10, 1926, to Carl and Bertha (Winz) Mueller in Tyler, MN. Maxine graduated from Elkton High School in Elkton, South Dakota, as one of 18 in the class of 1944. Shortly after graduation she moved to Minneapolis and started work at National Tea Co. In late 1950 she was set up on a blind...

Judith Russell, 84, of Lakeville/Burnsville, passed away on August 9, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held for Judy on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral and Cremation in Prior Lake (4565 Pleasant St.) starting at 10:30am. A visitation will be held prior to the service from 10-10:30 at the funeral home. Judy will be laid to rest at Lakewood Cemetery following the service. Sweetly inquisitive and thoughtful, Judy's "check-ins" will be greatly missed. Her commitment to keeping family connected and healthy will be greatly missed by her children, Jeffrey Russell, William Russell, Kimberly (Peer) Finstad, Julie Pederson; grandchildren, Charlie, Connor, Ryan, Emmett, Elsa, Anja,...

Paul W. Holmlund, age 91, of Prior Lake, MN, formerly of Brooklyn Center, MN, passed away on March 1, 2023. A celebration of life will be on Monday, March 27, 2023, at 11 AM, with a visitation from 10-10:45 AM, at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church, 3611 North Berens Road NW, Prior Lake. Interment at Acacia Cemetery, in Mendota Heights, MN. Memorials preferred and distributed in his memory by the family. Paul served 29 years as director of finance for the City of Brooklyn Center. He retired in 1993. Paul was a 35 year resident of Brooklyn Center and moved to Burnsville, MN, in 1994. He was active in Brooklyn Center Rotary and served as its president in 1990-1991. Paul extended his...

John Easton Robson III, age 69, of Waconia, MN, passed unexpectedly at his home, on Saturday, January 21, 2023. A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at 1 pm, with a time of gathering one hour prior, both at Freshwater Church, 138 West First Street, Waconia. Pastor John Braland will preside. John was born July 2, 1953 to John Easton Robson II and Lois Marlene (Towne) Robson in Pipestone, MN. John graduated from Blue Earth High School in 1971. He attended Moorhead State University graduating with a degree in Business. He started his career working for Campus Crusade for Christ in Pasadena, CA for about 2 years. He moved back to Minnesota and held a variety...

Nancy Wharton, age 84, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away on Dec 14, 2022. She is survived by her son, Michael (Julie) and children, Mason (Renee) and Casey; daughter, Wendy (Bill) Appenzeller and son, Zachary; and other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life, February 4th, 11:00, with time of gathering one hour prior, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake. Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation www.ballardsunderfuneral.com

William "Bill" Koness, age 97 of Prior Lake, MN, entered eternal life on Monday, November 21, 2022, at Trinity Care Center in Farmington, MN. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 29, from 4-7PM, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake and on Wednesday, November 30, from 10-10:45AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial, at 11AM, both at St. Michael Catholic Church, 16400 Duluth Avenue SE, Prior Lake. Father Tom Walker will preside. Bill will be laid to rest at St. Michael Catholic Cemetery, with military honors provided by the Prior Lake VFW Honor Guard. Live Streaming available at St. Michael Catholic Church's website...

William "Bill" Schmit, age 76, of Jordan, MN, passed peacefully on November 10, 2022. A celebration of life will be held on Monday, November 14, at 11 am, with a visitation from 9-10:45 am, both at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 W 1st Street, Jordan. The Jordan Vets Honor Guard will provide honors. A private burial at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Eden Prairie, MN. William Charles was born on July 10, 1946, in Hutchinson, MN, to Louis and Miranda (Paris) Schmit. He grew up most of his life in Eden Prairie, where Bill graduated. Bill entered the United States Navy, as a Seabee serving two years during the Vietnam War. Bill married Karen Weibel and they were blessed with...

Molly Gallagher Carter passed away October 12, 2022, at the age of 57 years old. Her kind heart and caring spirit will be greatly missed by the many who loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held at Ballard Sunder Funeral Home (4564 Pleasant Street, Prior Lake) on Wednesday, October 19 from 4-7PM. A Memorial Service will follow starting at 7PM. Molly was born on March 21, 1965, to Lawrence and Bernadette (McCarty) Gallagher in Waseca, Minnesota. Growing up in Waseca, she attended Sacred Heart Elementary School and graduated from Waseca High School in 1983. After graduating, Molly chose the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph to further her education, and received her bachelor's...

Dave "Diamond" Kulics, age 74, of Carver, MN, passed peacefully surrounded in the love of family and Our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ April 6, 2022. A time of gathering will be on Tuesday, April 12, from 4-6 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 West First Street, Jordan, MN and on Wednesday, April 13, from 10-10:45 am, with a Celebration of Life at 11 am, both at Hope Lutheran Church, 201 Hope Avenue, Jordan. Pastor Steve Thompson will preside, and Dave's grandchildren will act as urn bearers. Memorial are preferred and will be distributed in Dave's memory to Bags of Smiles, a 501c non-profit organization. Email [email protected] for more information. Born September...

William "Willy" Holmstrom, age 23 of Eagan, passed March 6, 2022. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, March 26, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Prior Lake starting at 1:00pm. A public visitation will be held on Friday, March 25 from 4-7pm, at Ballard Sunder Funeral and Cremation in Prior Lake and one hour prior to the Mass of Christian Burial on March 26. William "Willy" Frederick Holmstrom was born in Burnsville on April 8, 1998 to parents Jack and Cindy Holmstrom and was raised in Savage, MN. At an early age, Willy was already charting his own path. From dressing up as a pirate for his brother's T-Ball games to exploring the woods with his fellow Boy Scouts, he had a...