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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas Paul Kell III, of Coon Rapids, MN. Tom passed away unexpectedly and peacefully while sleeping on January 2, 2025. He was 77. Tom was born in Carbondale, IL to Thomas Paul Kell II and Doris Eloise Kell. He is survived by Chris, his wife of 48 years, his much-loved children and children by marriage, Melissa (Alex), Thomas Paul IV (Kelly), and C. J. (Heather), and two beloved grandsons, Thomas V and Connor. Tom is also survived by his brother Bill (Tina) and nephews, Zach (Bre) and Josh (Lindi), two grandnieces and three grandnephews. Tom was a spiritual man first and foremost. He lived his values, and was an example to others to...

Of Maple Grove, passed away at the age of 73. She is preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Anderson; grandson, Jaxson Niemczycki; parents, Walter and Helen Gerber; brothers, Gary Gerber and Thomas Gerber; nephew, Derek Gerber; niece, Sherri Steinmetz; great- nephews, Espen and Dane Ewald and great- niece Alisa Gerber. Survived by sons, Mathew (Niccoli) Anderson, Timothy Anderson; daughter, Sarah (Nick) Niemczycki; grandchildren, Gordon and Truman Anderson, Paige, Tenley and Braden Niemczycki; brothers, Bob (Susan), Tom, Jim (Liz) and John (Sheila) Gerber; sisters Bette (Dale) Kittelson, Gloria (Nick) Bakken, Becky Sherva, Susan (Bill) Hanninen, and Joe (Tirzah) Gerber. Funeral...

Richard "Dick" E. Zabel Sr., age 75, of Fridley, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. Richard's service will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd NW, Coon Rapids. Visitation at 2 pm and service at 3 pm. A Celebration of Richard's Life will take place June 22nd, 2024 with more details forthcoming. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family. Gearhart 763-755-6300 GearhartFuneralHome.com

Phyllis Erickson passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023, in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, at the age of 81. She is survived by husband, Roger; 6 children, 20 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great grandchild, plus many nieces and nephews. Services were held on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at Gearhart Funeral Chapel, Coon Rapids, MN. GEARHART 763-755-6300

The family of Janice Ione Beltrand is saddened to announce her passing on Friday, October 20th, 2023, at the age of 83 years. A private burial service was held at the family's request on Thursday, October 26, 2023, at St. Stephen's Calvary Cemetery. Janice was born to Kenneth and Kathleen Moey on July 7th, 1940, in Minneapolis, MN. She attended school in Anoka where she met James Beltrand. They married on October 17, 1959, and together raised their five children. She loved spending time with family. Her huge heart, big smile and contagious laugh will be missed so much! Janice was an avid reader of romance novels, she enjoyed doing puzzles, playing games with family and spending time...

Age 82 passed away on Saturday, August 26th, 2023. An evening visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 17, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM at Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Boulevard NW in Coon Rapids, followed by a short service of remembrance at 5:30, and dinner. James was born to Wallace and Iris (Kathleen) Beltrand on April 15, 1941, in Minneapolis, MN. He attended school in Anoka where he met Janice Moey. They married on October 17, 1959, and together raised their five children. He was a dedicated carpenter during his working years, loved spending time with family and enjoyed life at the lake whenever possible. James was an avid sportsman, spending his time fishing on Leech...

"Praise the Lord! Watsons." For years unnumbered, phone calls to the Watson home would be answered with this snappy greeting by the Voice of the Watson Family. Maude Ruth Watson, 93, drew her last breath this side of heaven on Friday morning, June 30, 2023. Maude Ruth Esther Polson was born in Nampa, Idaho on November 13, 1929, the youngest of five children of Burtis Denzil Polson and Esther Amelia (Lang) Polson. She grew up near the small Oklahoma town of Dacoma with her brothers Bruce and Marvin, and sisters Lois and Avonna, on her grandfather's farm. After high school graduation, she attended York College in York, Nebraska, where she met and married the "perfect" (his mother said)...

Age 80, of Coon Rapids, Passed away 3/13/2023. Preceded in death by his wife, Darlene Seykora; parents, Frank and Mary Seykora. Survived by sons, Steve (Amy), Mike (Tania); grandchildren, Ben, Sam, Charlotte, Madeleine, Kaden and Addison; sisters, Katie Meier (Peter), Patty Meier, Mary Seykora; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Funeral Service was held on Friday, March 17, 2023 at Gearhart Funeral Home in Coon Rapids, MN. Interment Epiphany Cemetery www.GearhartFuneralHome.com

Neil Olaf Mattson, age 80, of Andover, Minnesota passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. Neil is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Rosemarie Mattson; children, Jeffrey (Kimberly) Mattson, Janine (Chris) Studier; grandchildren, Brittny, Kaitlynn, Gabriella, Sebastian, Elias, Kallista, Annamarais; and many other family members and friends. Neil grew up in Ham Lake, MN, and graduated from Anoka High School in 1960. He was a member of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers for 39 years. He will be deeply missed. Gearhart 763-755-6300 www.GearhartFuneralHome.com

Dennis Dean Postma was born January 27, 1944, to Lawrence (Lukas) and Madelyn (Magdalena Ykema) Postma in Tracy, MN. The family later moved to Brewster, MN, where Dennis made his choice to serve God at age 11. Dennis graduated from Brewster High School in June 1961 and joined the army in February of 1962. Dennis served at Ft. Carson, CO, Sioux City, IA, but it was the year he spent in Korea that he felt was most influential on his life. Dennis married Ann Bullick in June of 1965. Dennis worked in a number of different careers including meat inspection, landscaping, real estate, construction, and investments. Dennis loved to spend time outdoors preferably with a fishing pole in his hand. He...

Age 82, a life-long resident of Ham Lake, passed away on April 26, 2022. He was born on June 25, 1939, in Minneapolis to parents Walter and Mildred (Johnson) Buchholz. Ronnie served in the Navy shortly after high school, and upon returning, quickly found his niche for the next 40 years as an IBEW 292 union electrician. He also served for 20 years as a part-time Ham Lake fire fighter. Ronnie was an avid hunter, fisherman, and known traveler, but also spent much of his time outside his day-to-day work tending to the family farm. Although dedicated to these crafts, he will forever be known for his quiet enthusiasm and love for his family and friends. His unconditional love for his wife Deanna,...

Melvin, age 89, of Andover, passed away peacefully in his home on Mach 20, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles B. and Lucy M. (nee Pauly) Fields and siblings, Lorene, Harold, Marjorie, Edward, Raymond, Sister Rosemary, Sister Elsie Mae, Margaret, Mildred, and Theresa. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Lois; daughters Melodi (Khammone) Souknhindy, Tara (Todd) Fohrenkamm, Kerry (Ton) Fields, and Kristi (Matthew) Phetdara; son Sean (Molly) Fields; grandchildren Johnny, Cristina, Shanna, Colin, Savannah, Cole, Jesse, Chantel, Alyssa, Austin, Brennan, Elsie, Melvin, Mayme, and Opal; as well as 11 great-grandchildren and loving extended family....

David Michael Fix, age 74, of Ramsey, MN passed away on January 22, 2022. David was born July 19, 1947 to Anthony and Elizabeth Fix in Rochester, MN. He was raised in St. Charles, MN. He obtained his Bachelor of Science and Masters Degree from Winona State University. He spent most of his teaching career, 30 years, teaching Industrial Arts at St. Francis High School in St. Francis, MN. He raised his family in Ramsey, MN. He loved fishing and his many trips to Hawaii, St. Augustine, FL and Branson, MO. He is preceded in passing by his father, Anthony Fix. His mother, Elizabeth (Holzer) Fix and premature infant son Jason Fix. David's legacy will live on through his beloved wife of 51 years...

On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, William (Bill) Charles Dubats Jr, loving husband of 56 years, and father of three daughters, passed away at the age of 78 due to numerous health problems worsened by a severe stroke near the end of August. Bill was born on July 6, 1943 in Milwaukee, WI to Bill and Ethel (Alft) Dubats. From an early age, he showed leadership, curiosity, and a strong work ethic as he led outdoor activities at his family's summer camp and earned Eagle Scout standing. On April 19, 1965, he married his one and only true love Janet Nelson and they resettled in the Twin Cities metro area where he worked at FMC Northern Ordnance Division for 28 years. Until the end, Bill had a passion...

On Wednesday, January 5, 2022, William "Bill" Charles Dubats Jr., loving husband of 56 years, and father of three daughters, passed away at the age of 78 due to numerous health problems worsened by a severe stroke near the end of August. Bill is survived by his wife Jan; their three daughters Darlene, Dena, and Dawn; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and five siblings. A funeral service will be held on April 19, 2022 at Peace Lutheran Church in Coon Rapids, details to follow. Gearhart, 763-755-6300, www.GearhartFuneralHome.com

John Henry Koffski, Age 88, of Coon Rapids, Minnesota passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021. John was born January 2, 1933. He is preceded in passing by his parents John and Helen, and sister Kay Lane. John's legacy will live on through his beloved wife Clarice, children Christine Hagen (Steve), Linda Schack-Meinecke (Paul), John Koffski (Sue), Susan Dombroske (Dale), Michael Koffski, Alan Koffski (Debbie), Timothy Koffski (Rachel), 13 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and extended family and friends. A family service was held on January 3, 2022. A Celebration of John's Life will be planned in the coming months. Please check back for updated information. Gearhart 763-755-6300...

Michael Gerald Glanz, age 63, of Palisade, Minn. passed away on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. Mike grew up in Coon Rapids and spent decades as a press brake operator at Hoffman Engineering in Anoka. In retirement, Mike enjoyed driving school bus in the northern Metro. Gifted with unending mechanical talents, Mike's passion was collecting and rebuilding cars. Loved by many, his grandchildren and dogs held a special place in his heart. To his doting grandchildren, he was "Papa Mike." Mike also shared a special bond with his siblings. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Donnis Glanz. His legacy will live on through his children, Aaron (Lee) Glanz and Brandon (Jenny) Glanz;...

Michael Gerald Glanz, age 63, of Palisade, Minn. passed away on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021. Mike grew up in Coon Rapids and spent decades as a press brake operator at Hoffman Engineering in Anoka. In retirement, Mike enjoyed driving school bus in the northern Metro. Gifted with unending mechanical talents, Mike's passion was collecting and rebuilding cars. Loved by many, his grandchildren and dogs held a special place in his heart. To his doting grandchildren, he was "Papa Mike." Mike also shared a special bond with his siblings. Mike is preceded in death by his parents, Gerald and Donnis Glanz. His legacy will live on through his children, Aaron (Lee) Glanz and Brandon (Jenny) Glanz;...

Age 88, Passed away peacefully on Nov. 8, 2021 at Homestead in Anoka. Survived by children, Dave (Micky) of Ramsey, MN, Kathy (Jim) of Becker, MN, Wendy of Arlington, MN, Jeff (Nicole) of Howard Lake, MN; daughter-in-law, Devona of Kiahsville, WV; 15 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; Preceded in death by his parents; wife, Barbara; daughter, Karen; son, Richard; granddaughter, Alicia; grandsons, Nathan and Matthew; four sisters. Service of Remembrance will be 11 am (TODAY) Friday, November 19, 2021 at Faith Lutheran Church (1115 Hansen Blvd. NW., Coon Rapids) Visitation 10 am until time of service. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens. Many thanks to the staff at Homestead of...