Stillwater Gazette

Passed away peacefully at the age of 86, on Thursday, August 4, 2022 at his home while watching the Twins in his favorite chair with his faithful companion, dog Zoey. Dan was born February 8, 1936 in Stillwater, the son of Daniel and Florence (Kimker) Kroening. He grew up and attended school in Stillwater. After high school he attended Dunwoody and earned a degree in Structural Drafting. Dan was united in marriage on October 1, 1955 to Nancy McLaughlin at the Church of St. Michael. The couple enjoyed 48 years of marriage until Nancy's passing in 2003. He worked for Ellerbe for 44 years as a Structural Draftsman. He loved Minnesota sports, hunting, gardening and woodworking. Dan is survived...

Derald E. King passed away Tuesday August 2, 2022, in Stillwater, MN, at the age of 86. Derald was born in Washburn, Bayfield County in Wisconsin to Julian and Irene (Compton) King. He is preceded in death by parents, son, Robert; sisters, Cecilia and Barbara; brothers, Harold, Cecil and Julian Jr. Derald attended school in Ashland, Wisconsin. After school, he joined the U.S. Air Force - mainly stationed in Japan as an Air Traffic Controller. He is a Korean Conflict Veteran. He retired from Andersen Windows Corporation after 32 years. Derald loved his family, playing golf, fishing, hunting, bingo and going to the casino. Derald is survived by wife, Sylvia (Picht-Schiefelbein) of 47...

Born 4/29/67 in Stillwater, MN - Passed 8/1/22 in Hugo, MN at the age of 55 years, 3 months, 3 days. Ed is preceded in death by his mother, Harriett (Paulson) Behrman in 2018 and survived by his father, Edward Sr (Stillwater), sisters Carol (Bill) Andersen (Navarre, FL), Janet (Brian) Fenner (White Bear Lake), and extended family. A visitation will be held Tuesday, August 9, 2022 from 9:00-11:00 A.M. at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater. A private burial will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Northeast Residence (NER) family (www.nerinc.org) in Ed's name. A very special thank you to the NER Hugo A&B family...

Age 79, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2022 at Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, MN with his loving wife by his side. He will be deeply missed by those who survive him: his wife of 59 years and love of his life, Faun; three loving children, Chad (Vanessa), Angie (Chris), and Gina; seven beautiful grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; plus many more relatives & friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, John. Private Memorial Service held at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center. Family respectfully requests any donations be sent to MN Humane Society in lieu of flowers.

Age 63 of Lakeland, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, Louie and Judie Garavalia and brother, Scott. Survived by siblings, Pam Caduff, Linda (Glenn) Doermann, Jim, Tim, and Wendy Ingalls; nieces and nephews, Nate, Jake, Lacey, Michele, Charlie, Jimmy, Paul, Brian, Ashley, Austin, Timmy, Heidi, Jesse and Lucas; and the "Good Boys", his beloved dogs, Leo and Lenny. Private family services.

Murphy Conrad Larsen was born into the arms of the Angels on July 20, 2022 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. He is the second son of Elizabeth Workman and Gregory Larsen. Murphy will always be in the hearts of his parents Lisa and Greg; sisters Layla, Skyla, Korla and Jola; maternal grandparents Conrad and Jane (Ritzer) Workman; paternal grandparents Jeffrey and Barbara Larsen and Kathy (Sullivan) Schmidt; god parents Tracy and Joe Sipe, as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He joins his brother Connor and paternal grandfather Gerard Schmidt in heaven. Private family services are being held.

Tammie Jo Norris, age 54, of Stillwater, MN, passed away of July 20, 2022 at the Granite House in Stillwater. She is survived by her parents, Tom and Marge Norris of Lakeland, MN; grandmother, Violet Scott of River Falls, WI; brother, Rick Norris of Hudson, WI; niece, McKayla Chapin of North St. Paul, MN; nephews, Tommy Norris and Jimmy Norris both of Hudson, WI; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and special friends. She is preceded in death by her sister, Bridgette Chapin Norris; grandfathers, Raymond Scott and Russell Norris; grandmother, Betty Norris; aunt, Judy Knuth; uncles: Leon Scott, David Norris, and Tom Linehan; and cousin, Marc Schug. Tammie was the light of our lives, she was...

Age 65, of Stillwater, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2022. Kel, Uncle Kel, Big Kel, Gentle Giant, Stillwater Legend are just a few names Kelvin Cran was known by. Kelvin enjoyed being with his family and friends. He left a lasting impression with everyone he met and was one of a kind. He will be missed by all. Kelvin was preceded in death by his parents, Ruby and Lewis Cran; and his beloved dog, Betty. He is survived by sisters, Janet Merimonti, and Diane Cran-Cordie; and brother, Duane (Terri) Cran; many nieces, nephews, other family and friends. A celebration of Kelvin's life will be Saturday, August 13, 2022, 2:00 P.M. at the Somerset American Legion, 464 County VV,...

Jeannette passed away peacefully on July 17, 2022 at the age of 101. She lived a long and full life, living independently for over one hundred years. She was truly a remarkable woman. Born and raised in St. Paul, MN, Jeannette lived most of her life there until moving to Bayport, MN in 2005. She attended the College of St. Catherine, majoring in art and worked as a copywriter for Brown & Bigelow until being married to Steve Schwietz in 1945 after the end of WWII. Jeannette ~ wife, mother, grandmother, artist, friend, will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Always ready with a quip or a joke, her dry sense of humor will be fondly remembered. Jeannette is survived by her children,...

December 13, 1937 - July 16, 2022, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family. Preceded in death by husband, Aldon; and parents, Frances (nee Ecker) and Edward Knefelkamp. She will be sadly missed by children, Mark (Lynne), Colleen, and Brian (Amy); 6 grandchildren; brother, David (Joyce) Knefelkamp; sister, Judy Goodman; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Marlene was member of Stillwater High School Class of 1955 and was a Registered Nurse at Lakeview Hospital for over 30 years. A celebration of Marlene's life will be Tuesday, July 26, 2022, 11:00 A.M. at SALEM LUTHERAN CHURCH, 14940 - 62nd Street North, Stillwater, with a gathering of family and friends beginning...

Anne Amundson, 86, of Oak Park Heights, MN, died peacefully in her sleep on July 13, 2022. She was born November 8, 1935. Anne was the daughter of Dr. William and Pauline Meredith and grew up in Springfield, PA. In her teens, Anne spent summers as a camper and waterfront counselor at Camp Oneka in the Pocono Mountains. She played the French horn in the band and was a high school and college basketball, la crosse and field hockey athlete. She also coached Special Olympic swimmers. Anne graduated from Springfield High School in 1953. Anne attended the University of Pennsylvania, leaving school and Pennsylvania for love after meeting Rev. Howard R. Amundson of McGregor, MN, a Princeton...

Marjorie Louise Arndt, age 92, longtime resident of St. Mary's Point, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on July 12, 2022 at her daughter's home. Marge was born on January 16, 1930 in Grand Rapids to William and Louise (Hedtke) Cords. She graduated from Grand Rapids High School and continued nursing training at Minneapolis General Hospital, and later at Lakewood College and the University of Wisconsin-River Falls. Marge was united in marriage to Rolland Arndt on August 19, 1961 at the Mt. Zion Lutheran Church in Minneapolis, and the couple was blessed with five children, Alan, Kevin, David, Cherilynn, and Jennine. Marge owned and operated the Sugar Plum House, a candy store and...

Age 86 of Lake Elmo, passed away on July 10, 2022. Lou Ann is preceded in death by her husband, Erling "Zeke" Zetterlund. She is survived by her children, Jon (Michelle Kearns), Kris (Mary), Sara Terrell, and Amy Vestal (Mike); eight grandchildren; brother Robert "Bob" Patterson (Martha); furry companion, Max; and many more family and friends. A Memorial Service will be held at 12PM Saturday, July 30th at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest Blvd, Stillwater, with visitation beginning one hour prior. Interment at Christ Lutheran Cemetery.

Age 83, of Stillwater, passed away unexpectedly on July 10, 2022. Preceded in death by parents, William and Vera; brothers, Wayne, Donald and Mike; and son-in-law, Scott Swanson. Bill will be sadly missed by his wife of 62 years, Barb; children, Lori, Joleen (Rick) and Bill (Jodi); grandchildren, Serena (Bradin), Logan (Marena), Travis (Alisha), Trisha (Alex), Terick (Lisa), Tayha, Ashli (Cody) and Courtney; 8 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Bill retired from Honeywell/Alliant Techsystems after 38 years. He was a member of the Eagles where he served two terms as President and was the Bingo Manager for the club as well. He was an avid golfer and bowler and a...

On July 8, 2022, we said goodbye to our angel here on Earth. Dorothy earned her heavenly wings and left us to reunite with Dad. Born 9/13/30 to Lena and Ed Kamps in Green Isle, MN - she was the last of 8 children welcomed into the family. Preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Duane (Mickey); mother and father; and all 7 siblings and their spouses. She is survived by her daughter, Sandi (Richard)Bristol; and son, Darrell (Nancy). She also leaves behind grandchildren, Sara (Chad) Lundquist, Joe (Kristin) Thompson, Emily (Sean) Thoreson, and her precious Mandi Thompson. Missing her greatly are great-grandchildren, Greta (fianc? Zach), Colin, Keegan, Henry, and Nora. Also survived by...

Passed away on July 7, 2022. Son of Roy and Helen Peterson. Born April 8th, 1935. Married Joan Jackson November 25th, 1961. Three children; Donald, Deborah and Diana. Six grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Dave worked over 38 years at Andersen Windows. He liked to watch the Twins, Vikings and car racing. He also liked fishing, traveling, going to the casino and attending concerts. Funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 26, at Simonet Funeral Home, 6429 Osgood Avenue N., Stillwater, MN 55082, with visitation beginning at 10:30. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery in Marine on St. Croix.

Joan Marie Mariana, age 85, passed away July 2, 2022, in Stillwater, Minnesota. She was born on February 6, 1937 in Stillwater, Minnesota to Leo & Julia (Cusick) Bartkey. Joan loved to travel and worked from 1978 - 1994 for Stillwater District 834 as a school bus driver. Joan loved her family and enjoyed the many trips she and David took over the years. She is survived by her loving husband, David of 53 years; children, Mark Haslup, Michele (David) Clemens, Michael Haslup, Matthew Haslup and Mitchell Haslup; siblings, Eugene "Gene" & Sophia Bartkey, Margaret McKane; 9 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and many other relatives & friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM...

Age 77, of Stillwater, MN Marlene peacefully passed away on June 30, 2022. She was surrounded by many family and friends on the days leading up to her passing. Marlene was born on August 25, 1944 to Nordahl and Marion (Bergstrom) Tollefson in the small town of Blooming Prairie, MN. She graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1962 and went on to graduate nursing school in Rochester, MN. Marlene was married in 1964 at St. Mary's Church in Geneva, MN to her former husband Gary Harty. From this union came her four children Ted, Tim, Matt & Melissa. They moved to the Stillwater area in 1972 and remained to work and raise their children. Marlene was a nurse, real estate agent,...

James Gordon Rasmussen, age 73, of Boyceville, WI, passed away in an accident on June 26, 2022 doing what he loves, taking care of his land. James was born in Brookings, SD to parents George and Virginia Rasmussen. After graduating from high school he was drafted into the United States Army where he proudly served for 2 years. In 1968 he married the love of his life Sonia Gay Miller - it was the love of a lifetime. He went on to work construction building many houses, a family, and later took a position at the Minnesota Correctional Facility-Stillwater as a carpentry instructor where he worked for over 29 years in the educational program. James was most commonly known as "Rass", but could...

Age 85, of Stillwater, passed away on June 25th peacefully at home. Mickey was born on February 15th, 1937 in Pekin, Illinois to parents H. R. and Evelyn McGarvey. She graduated from the University of Illinois in 1959 with a degree in Chemistry and worked on the team at Knorr Foods that invented dried soup. She married Leon J. Thurmes of Fairfax, MN on May 21st, 1960. After a brief stay in La Grange, Ill. they moved to Stillwater in 1962. They had three children, Linda J. Perkins (Dale) of Astoria, OR, David H. (Shelly) of Thornton, CO and Daniel L. (Ann Marie) of Stillwater. In 1976 she started her real estate career for Grant Land Company which showcased her personality and...

Betty Jean passed away peacefully on June 24, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband Dwain; parents, Arnold and Verna; brother, Duane. Dwain passed away on January 5, 2021 and was preceded in death by parents, Oscar and Tusnelda. Betty and Dwain are both survived by son, Justin (Kristen); grandchildren, Ethan, Erika, Harper; son, Aaron Horsch; Betty's sister, Donna; Dwain's sister, Diane (Jim) Corey. Dwain was an electrician, and Betty a dog groomer. They spent lots of time in their garden and loved classic country music. A Memorial service in honor of both, Betty and Dwain will be held at 12:00PM Saturday, July 9, 2022 at BRADSHAW CELEBRATION OF LIFE CENTER, 2800 Curve Crest...