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Full B12 Sunday, Nov. 05, 2023 REMEMBERING Proctor, Georgiana T. Age 78, of Brooklyn Park, former 52 year resident of Brooklyn Center, passed away October 27, 2023, sur- rounded by loved ones. Preceded in death by her loving parents Carl and Laura Uselman; sister Laura Jane Rebhan (Herbert) and husband Alton Proctor. Born July 19, 1945 and raised in St Paul, Georgie graduated from St.

Academy in 1963. Sole owner and operator of Beauty Shop in Brooklyn Center for 41 years. Survived by her brother Carlton (Sharon) Uselman; children Dean (Laura) Magnuson, Deborah (Richard) Synowczynski, Dana (Rebecca) Magnuson-Lee and Christine Coady; 11 grandchildren Jesica (David) Sexton, Lindsay Synowczynski (Matt Madson), Kyle (Julia) Synowczynski, Kevin (Jessica) Synowczynski, Laura Synowczynski, Alyssa Magnuson, Abigail Magnuson, Isabella Magnuson-Lee, Georgia Magnuson-Lee, Hazel Magnuson-Lee, August Magnuson-Lee; and 4 great- grandchildren, Jack, Michael, James Sexton, and Penelope Jo Synowczynski. Funeral Friday, November 10th, 11 AM at Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, 5929 Brook- lyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center with visitation one hour prior at 10 AM. Luncheon to follow the service in fellowship hall at the church.

Private interment Crystal Lake Cemetery. Quain, Doctor Richard "Doc" passed away peacefully, surrounded by family Oct. 12, 2023. He was born Dec. 25, 1946.

He was preceded in death by daughter, Kapra Quain, and is survived by his wife, Mary; son, Kelly (Trinh); grandchildren, Vinh, 16, and Vivi, 14. A ceremony of remembrance and gratitude will begin on Thursday, Nov. 9, at 4:30 p.m., at the Excelsior American Legion Post, 24450 Smithtown Excelsior, Minneso- ta. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to your nearest youth baseball program. Rapson, Ruth A.

Age 92, of Crystal. Born in Duluth, MN. Passed away on Preceded in death by pa- rents Arthur and Eva John- son, husband George, brothers Lawrence (Betty) and Richard and sister Eva Mae (Terry). Survived by daughter Cheryl (Scott) Buchheit and son Bob (Jeanette), grandchil- dren Matthew and Tyler, significant other Tom, sister-in-law Sevy and many other family and friends. In- terment Crystal Lake Cemetery.

Me- morial Service Saturday at 2 PM with visitation one hour prior at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643 5125 W. Broadway, Crystal Remington, Donald F. of Minneapolis passed away peace- fully October 26th with his family at his side. Predeceased by his pa- rents, Jack H. Remington of Duluth and Billie V.

Remington of Tampa, Florida. After graduating from Du- luth East High School, Don earned two Degrees from the University of Minnesota Duluth and was a 20-year veteran of the Minne- sota Air Force Reserve. After a ca- reer in finance with Burlington Northern Railroad, he spent winters in Miami Beach, Fla. where he en- joyed beach walks and playing golf. An avid sailor, he loved to solo on Lake Superior around the Apostle Islands and on Lake Harriet in Mpls.

Don is survived by his wife, Lynn, 2 sisters Barbara Remington of Duluth and Mary Kay Staudohar (Jon) of Venice, Florida, and a brother Robert Remington (Gloria) of Victoria, B.C. Canada. After a pri- vate internment at Fort Snelling Na- tional Cemetery, a celebration of life will follow at a later date. The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at Abbott Northwestern Hospital for their outstanding com- passion and care. Memorials can be made to a charity of the choice.

Rosell, Barb J. (nee Cockburn) Age 81, of Mounds View passed away with her chil- dren present on Friday, Nov. 3, 2023. Survived by Don, her husband of 53 years; children Rob Mindy (Rich) Calieri; grandchildren Vanessa Ethan. Also survived by many nieces nephews.

Barb was a seamstress, worked at the Guthrie Theatre, and Bridal, and then was a stay at home mom for her children. She was active in Mission Work- shop at her church. She will be missed by all her family friends. Funeral service Friday, Nov 10, 11AM with a visitation 1 hour before at 1st Lutheran Church of Columbia Height, 1555 40th Street Colum- bia Heights. Private interment Sun- set Cemetery.

Memorials preferred to 1st Lutheran Church Endowment Fund. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Columbia Hts Chapel 763-789-4436 Rosen, Gloria Gale On Oct. 12, 2023, Gloria Gale (Peter- son) Rosen passed away at age 73. Gloria Peterson was born in Hawarden, Iowa on Jan. 23, 1950, to LeRoy and Gale Peter- son.

Preceded in death by her pa- rents, brother Curtis, grandparents, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is survived by her beloved hus- band, Hokan of Wayzata, sister Mary Powell (Wick) of Greenville, SC, and Susan Frosch-heuser (Christian), nephew Seth Kersten (Sierra), and niece Mollie Kersten, all of Sioux Falls, SD. A memorial service to honor beautiful life will be held Monday, Nov. 6, 2023, from pm at St. Therese Community Room, 18323 Minnetonka Deephaven, MN.

Rubenstein, Marilyn R. Age 85 of St. Louis Park. Passed away on October 26. Preceded in death by her husband Mel, Her pa- rents Jack and Anne, her brother Andrew, and her twin sister Marjie.

Survived by her children Adam (Patti) and Jennie (Dave), and grand-children Ellie, Roger, and Rose. Retired after working in St. Louis Park Schools for 30 years. Me- morials preferred to North Memori- al Hospice. Visitation at 4PM and service at 5pm, on November 10 at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St.

Hwy 100 Sasse, Geraldine age 75 of Brooklyn Park, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 21, 2023, with her daughter by her side. Beloved mom, grandma, friend, confidant, teacher, student, healer, shaman, writer, poet, bringer of joy, and maker of magic, Gerry taught English in the Osseo School District for more than 40 years and fought a heroic battle against breast cancer. She is survived by daughter, Taryn Kiekow Heimer; son-in-law, Matthew; granddaughters, Kiya and Haley; and much-loved friends, spiritual communities, writing groups, and extended family. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 pm on Dec.

9, 2023, at Unity Mpls (4000 Golden Valley Rd) with a reception to follow. Plant a memorial tree in honor with Trees for a Change or A Living Tribute. Schmitz, Judy A. Age 75, of Brooklyn Park, passed away peace- fully, with family by her side, on Octo- ber 30, 2023. Preceded in death by hus- band, David; parents, Roland and Helen Scully; in-laws, Raymond, Evelyn, and Ronald Schmitz; niece, Amanda Dousette.

Survived by children, Jennifer (Drew) Jaeger, Jonathan (Hannah) Schmitz, Megan (Andrew) Benson; grandsons, Sam, Ben, Alex, Damon, and Camden; siblings, Pat Dousette, Mary (Herb) Bostrom, Michael (Carrie) Scully, Diane (Rob Reiner) Scully, John (Sue) Scully; in-laws, Ralph (Kathy) Schmitz, Dianne Schmitz, Mary (Mel) Erkens, Dale (Jean) Schmitz, and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Judy was born in 1948, grew up in Minneapolis, and graduated from Academy of Holy Angels. She at- tended business college, where she met David. They married in 1972, and later welcomed three children. After being widowed unexpectedly, she did an amazing job of raising their children.

Judy was a devout Catholic whose faith was very im- portant to her. She was proud of the accounting work she did, and that she worked for the same com- pany for over 30 years. Judy loved helping others and often volun- teered in her community and at church. She valued the friendships and relationships she made throughout her life. She enjoyed ice cream, playing games and cards, especially Bunco and 500, singing, and watching the Minnesota Twins and Vikings.

Judy was a kind, independent, smart, hardworking, feisty, witty, and caring person who had an inner strength and determi- nation that was admired by many. Above all, Judy was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grand- ma. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed. Visitation 4-7PM Thursday, Novem- ber 16th, with 7PM prayer service at Washburn-McReavy Glen Haven Chapel. Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Friday, November 17th, with visitation beginning at 10AM at St.

Joseph the Worker Church, 7180 Hemlock Lane N. Maple Grove. Interment Glen Haven. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643 5125 West Broadway, Crystal Schurman, Eugene E.

Age 91 of St. Louis Park. Funeral Mass 10 AM Friday, November 10 at The Church of the Holy Family, 5900 W. Lake St. Louis Park.

Visitation AM Friday at Gearty- Delmore Park Chapel, 3960 Wood- dale Ave S. Full notice Wednesday. Gearty-Delmore 952-926-1615 www.gearty-delmore.com Schwartz, George A. Age 91, of Chaska. Survived by his wife of 64 years, Janet (Cole) Schwartz, children Paul Schwartz (Stephanie Steinwedel) of Minneapolis and Kris Streiff (Mark) of Chaska and four grand- children Kyle Schwartz (Lizzie Poncio) of Portland OR, Andrew Streiff of Chaska, Katie Stippich (Robert) Hartland WI and Adam Streiff, Chaska; one great-grand- son; older brother Hollis Schwartz of Chaska and brother and sister-in- law Don and Judy Cole of Ft.

Myers FL. Celebration of his Life Wednes- day, November 8, 2023, 4:00 7:00 PM with a Prayer Service at 6:30 PM at the Bertas Funeral Home, 200 West Third Street, Chaska, MN. Me- morials may be given to Minnesota Landscape Arboretum or choice. www.bertasfh.com Seiwert, Brian M. age 44, of Minnetrista, passed away 10-29-2023.

Full notice Sunday Huber Funeral Home 952-472-1716 Setterlund, Amy Marie Hoblit Age 42 passed away unexpectedly on at her home in Greenville, SC. Amy grew up in Eden Prairie, MN. After High School she graduated with a BS from Winona State and spent most of her career in ecommerce support managerial roles. Amy was preceded in death by her beloved brother Mike. Sur- vived by her son Holden, who she was so proud of; mother Nancy; father Tom; brothers Rob (Carla) and Andy (Karin); uncles and aunts Tom and Sue Thurlow and Janet and Dick Dryg; nieces Avery, Astrid and Zoe; and cousins Derek, T.

J. and Megan. Amy will be missed so much by those who loved her. Visitation will be at 9:00 am, funeral at 10:00 am on November 10th at the Lakewood Chapel, with a family only interment. In lieu of flowers, donations to an educational fund for Holden Setterlund will be grate- fully accepted.

Please send a check to Robert Hoblit and note Education in the memo PO Box 8123 Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 Sharp, Mary Louise age 88, of Mpls. Passed away Sept 23, 2023. Preceded in death by husband, Karl, five weeks earlier; her parents and two sisters, Carol Jean and Monann. Mary Lou and Karl were married 65 years. Survived by son, Greg (Patti) Sharp; daughter, Stephanie Dahms; 5 grandchildren, Ryan (Kim) Sharp, Amy (Stephen) Papke, Megan Sharp, Taryn Dahms, Alec Dahms; 5 great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Ruth, and many other relatives and friends.

Memorial service on Satur- day, November 11th at 11 am at St. Anglican Church, 4241 Brookside Ave, Mpls, MN 55416 with lunch reception following. Private family interment at Lakewood Cem- etery at a later date. Memorials pre- ferred to St Anglican Church or the Animal Humane Soci- ety Golden Valley. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St.

Hwy 100 Smith, Darrel On Tuesday, October 31, 2023, Darrel, beloved hus- band, father of four sons, and grandfa- ther of five passed away at the age of 87. Darrel Smith, of Maple Grove, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Darrel was born in Stafford, Kansas to Wayne and Elva Smith on June 28, 1936. Darrel and his wife Margaret married in June 1961 and began their adventures together, including raising four boys, fishing, golf, playing cards, and enjoying precious time with family and friends. Darrel was a very suppor- tive father and enjoyed spending time watching his sons and grand- children play sports.

Darrel will be deeply missed for his kindness, generosity, quick wit and sense of humor. Darrel was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret, father, Wayne, and his mother, Elva. Darrel is survived by his four sons Nick (Tricia), David (Olivia), Kevin (Julia) and Doug (Atsuko), grandchildren Grant, Senna, Madison, Kent and Taylor as well as his sister Marlene Thomas. Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Saturday, November 11 from 11am 2pm at Arbor Lakes Senior Living at 12001 80th Avenue North, Maple Grove, MN 55369. Flowers and memorials may be sent to the same address.

Smith, Janice Edna age 89, of Burnsville, died Oct. 15, 2023. Born Sept. 4, 1934 in Des Moines, Iowa. Preceded in death by parents, Ed and Ruby (Ward) Kahler; sister, Dorothy James, brother-in-law Jimmy James, and nephew Terry James; mother- in-law, Mary Cook, father-in- law Russell Smith; brother-in-law, Richard Smith.

Survived by loving husband of 68 years, Ron; daughter, Susanne (Tom) Loosmore, River Falls, son, Matt and grandson, Jeremy, Wadena; son, Glenn (Ira) and granddaughters, Anya and Adrienne, Lakeville; twin sister, Joan Feight (Dwayne) of Des Moines; nieces and nephews. We will miss her dearly but are com- forted knowing that her spirit is now at peace. Please contact a family member for Celebration of Life details. Memorials preferred to Last Hope Ani- mal Rescue or animal rescue of choice, or River Hills United Methodist Church, Burnsville. Smyrak, Richard J.

Age 68, of Coon Rapids Passed away Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Alice; wife, Lisa Smyrak on brothers, Mike and Tom. Survived by his siblings, Patricia (Gary) Pound, James Smyrak, Susan Smyrak, Marcia Smyrak; mother-in- law, Carmen Wray; also survived by many nieces, nephews, other rela- tives and friends. Memorial Service 6:30 pm Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, at Gearhart Funeral Home (11275 Foley Blvd. Coon Rapids) Visitation 5 pm till time of service on Thurs- day at the funeral home.

service will be live streamed and can be viewed by visiting the funer- al home website. www.GearhartFuneralHome.com Snidarich, Lori E. Age 66 of Shakopee passed away November 1, 2023. Preced- ed in death by mother-in- law Maxine A. Snidarich.

Survived by husband, Mark. Celebration of Life Monday 4-7pm at Gill Brothers Funeral Home 9947 Lyndale Ave. So, Bloomington, MN. www.GILLBROTHERS.com Sokolofski-Tracy, Anna Mary age 81, died October 31, 2023, at the St. Anthony Park Home in St.

Paul. Anna was a resident there since August 2022 and had been previously diagnosed with Alzhei- Anna was born Sept. 5, 1942 in Danville, IL to Edward and Eleanor Sokolofski, the eldest of three children. Anna grew up in Westville, IL, attending Schlarman High School and the University of Illinois majoring in piano performance. Anna was an accomplished musi- cian who played piano, violin, and organ.

After college, Anna joined the Sisters of St. Benedict in Nauvoo, IL, and while she ultimately left before taking final vows, she befriended Mary Keefe Kelly and they remained friends for the rest of life. In 1975, Anna enrolled at George Williams College in Illi- nois for her MSW. While there, she met Chuck Tracy. They moved to St.

Paul in 1977 and were married Sept. 20, 1980. She spent the last 40 years of her life in the St. Anthony Park neighborhood of St. Paul.

Anna was a dedicated social worker both in private practice and at non- profits, including Catholic Charities, North End Medical Center, and Chrysalis Center. Above all she was devoted to her children. She spent hours attending her ac- tivities, cooking meals, baking, and creating a supportive environment for them. Anna was a kind and gentle soul, who enjoyed knitting, weaving, and studying meditation; but being a mother was her true passion. Anna is survived by husband Chuck, daughter Megan (Tom Koreltz), son Nathan (Emily) of St.

Paul, grand- children Ryan Koreltz and Cora Grace Tracy, brother Ed (Diane) of Evanston, IL, sister Jean (Wayne Heiser) of Winterville, NC, and uncle Carl Miglin of Monticello, IL. Her pa- rents preceded her in death. Anna donated her body to the Anatomy Bequest Program at the University of Minnesota Medical School. A me- morial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff at St.

Anthony Park Home and Midwest Hospice for their care of Anna. Solberg, Lisa Margaret age 64, passed away unexpectedly on October 23, 2023 due to a ruptured brain aneurysm. Lisa was a person full of joy. She was warm and welcoming and exuded a nurturing energy that made you feel safe and loved. She made friends out of strangers and went out of her way to make sure people felt special and important.

She had a laugh that filled the room and could rarely be seen without a smile. Her favorite word was and would encourage those around her to always remain hopeful, even in most trying situations. Lisa was born on March 8, 1959, to Gerald and Helen Raunig of Missoula, Montana. She received her degree from Montana State University, and completed a in Business Administration at the University of Denver. After college, she moved to Seattle, Washington.

It was in the coffee room on her first day of work that she met the love of her life, John. They wed in 1982 and had two children, Nicole and Jeffrey. The Solberg family moved to Edina, MN in 1999, where Lisa took joy in raising her children and being involved in their sports and clubs. She enjoyed time spent at their cabin and loved making holidays special with themed dinners and festive decor. Lisa was an incredi- ble chef and found such enjoyment in passing along her love of cooking and baking to her children and granddaughter.

After 20 years of Minnesota winters, Lisa and John decided it was time to make sunny Scottsdale, Arizona their home, where she loved to entertain friends and family. She enjoyed exploring her new town, Jeep adventures with John, floating in the pool and sharing the bounty of her prized lemon tree. Lisa loved to travel, especially with her family. Her and John would take bicycle trips all over the world together and had many more excursions planned for the future. In her last year and a half of life, Lisa took profound joy in becoming a grandmother and loved spending time with her granddaughters whenever she could.

Lisa is survived by her loving hus- band of 41 years, John; her children, Nicole (Jon) Seppelt and Jeffrey (Bridget) Solberg; her grandchil- dren, Penelope and Cecilia Seppelt; her mother, Helen Raunig; and siblings, Linda Raunig (Patti Hagemeyer), Michael (Sheila) Raunig, Susan Raunig (Greg Roeben). Preceded in death by her father, Jerry Raunig. To honor giving spirit, in lieu of flowers we ask that you donate to a charity close to your heart, or to simply show kindness to a stranger, one of greatest qualities. A memorial service celebrating life will be held at 1pm Friday, December 1 at Christ Presbyterian Church, Hwy 100 at West 70th Street, Edina. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 Sorebo, Edwin Carl Age 95 of Minnetonka passed away October 31, 2023.

Survived by wife Nancy, son Mark, daughter Ann (Jay Pralle) and beloved granddaughters Madeline and Grace Pralle. Visitation Thursday, November 9 at 10:00, funeral service at 11:00 with lunch to follow at Bethlehem Lutheran Church Twin Cities Minnetonka, 16023 Minnetonka Boulevard, Minnetonka. Spagenski, Nevada James Nevada passed away of natural causes in his sleep the morning of He was born on May 18, 1990. Although faced with many health obstacles, Nevada engage in self pity. He was a man not able to speak, but able to make friends and find his way into the hearts of all he en- countered.

He never told a lie and never found a need to. Nevada went through life with a kind heart and a big smile. He attended the Osseo School system. After graduating from high school, Nevada attended Midwest Special Services until the Covid epidemic disruption in 2020. Nevada was blessed with the care of many professio- nals over the course of his short life.

In 2017, he found a place to grow in independence when he moved into a four resident home. warm, positive per- sonality gained him close friends among his peers in his new com- munity. Living at the SEEK Home al- lowed him to go on new adventures and opened his world in a way that was beautiful to watch. Always ready to grab your hand and show you the way to his favorite things, Nevada brought laughter and love to his home. Nevada especially missed his Grandma Donna when she passed away and found comfort in sitting with her photo.

Nevada is survived by parents Phil and Val Peterson, sisters Sierra Spagenski and Heather Peterson (Derek Pritchett). Our family is par- ticularly grateful to the loving and skilled staff at the SEEK group home where he resided. Funeral Service Thursday at Emanuel Christian Center, Maple Grove Cam- pus 14320 93rd Av Maple Grove. 10:00 visitation, 11:00 service. Stahl, David LeRoy age 85, of Blaine, Minnesota passed away on Friday, October 6, 2023.

Dave was born on February 9, 1938 to Clifford and Inger Stahl, in Chisholm, Minnesota. Throughout his life, he was known for being a devoted husband and father. For 43 years, Dave worked as a Metro Transit Driver, and when he working, he could be found motorcycling, snowmobiling, spending time with his family, or helping his son, Doug, build his home. Dave was preceded in death by his wife, Judy; brother, Donald Stahl; sister, Gloria Kaberle; and his brother-in-law, Terrance Shuster. He is survived by his sister, Betty Doebelling; brother, Ken (Cheryl) Stahl; sister-in-law, Betty Shuster; brother-in-law, Daryl Kaberle; chil- dren, Donna (Bob) Lestina, Doug (Pauline); grandson, Aaron; and many nieces and nephews.

A Me- morial Service for Dave will be held at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home on Saturday, November 11th, start- ing at 11am with a visitation one hour prior. Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home Andover 763-767-7373 www.thurston-deshaw.com Stahlke, Carol M. age 85 of Waconia passed away on Monday. Survived by her loving family: hus- band Cliff; daughter Shelly Stahlke. Mass of Christian Burial Thursday Novem- ber 9, 2023 at 11:00 A.M.

at St. Joseph Catholic Community (41 East First Street) in Waconia. Visita- tion Wednesday 4-7 P.M. at the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia 952-442-2121 and 1 hour prior to the Mass at church. Interment Church Cemetery.

www.johnsonfh.com. Staples, Martha M. Age 92 of Champlin passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. Full notice Sunday, Nov 19th. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643 Stuart, Frank Allan IV Beloved son, brother and uncle passed away unex- pectedly on October 30.

Known to all as FA, he was born on May 6, 1958 in Durham, North Carolina. Preceded in death by his father, Frank Stuart MD, he is survived by his mother Susan, brother Christopher and his sister, Lissa An energetic story teller, investigator of family history and enthusiastic fan of The Suburbs and New Standards. FA treasured friendships from Kenwood, Blake and West High School. A celebra- tion of his life will be held on May 6, 2024. Private interment will be at a later date.

Steffen, Glenda K. Age 77, of Royal, IA, Minneapolis Coeur Alene, ID. Passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023. Preceded in death by husband Fredric Hansen; parents, Alfred Bernice Steffen; sister, Betty Nat- tress. Survived by sisters, Marilan Nielsen, LaRae Helseth, Sally Blom, Jacquelyn Lumber; many nieces, nephews other relatives friends.

Memorials preferred to a local animal shelter. A private family gathering and burial will be held at a future date. Roberts Family Funeral Home 651-464-4422 RobertsFamilyFH.com Stark, Richard "Dick" age 82, passed away October 19, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Born June 29, 1941, in west- ern Minneso- ta, Dick lived the majority of his life in the Forest Lake community. After high school, he served two years in the Army, graduated from the 82nd Airborne Division, and re- turned home to marry his sweet- heart, Janet Rose Marier and raise a family together.

Dick and his late business partner, Jack (John) Palmer, purchased Tire Shop in 1971, where he proudly sold and serviced tires for multiple generations of families, farms, businesses in the Lakes Area for over 50 years. Through he supported many local institutions including the American Legion, VFW, Masons, and FLHS sports teams. Dick also colla- borated with FLHS to create a schol- arship for students pursuing trade school education in automotive service or technology. Even in his passing, Dick chose to help others by participating in the University of Minnesota Medical Anatomy Bequest Pro- gram, which supports high quality education for future health profes- sionals and continued advance- ments in medical care through research. He is preceded in death by his fa- ther, Victor; mother, Irene; sisters, Audrey Angerhofer and Joann Stark.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Jan; sons, R. Victor Stark, Russ (Melissa) Stark, Ryan (Katie) Stark; and four grandchildren, Maxwell and Luca Franklin and Julia sister, Delores (Don) Carlson; nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Wednes- day, November 8, 2023 at the Church of St. Peter, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN 55025. The family will greet friends for one hour prior to mass at the church.

A luncheon will immediately follow at the church. The family also invites you for a special toast (at re- quest), at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at American Legion Post 225, 355 W. Broadway Forest Lake, MN 55025. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to Jan Stark for contribution to the Dick Stark Memorial Automotive Scholarship for FLHS students pursuing trade school education in automotive service or technology.

Mattson Funeral Home and Cremation Services 651-464-3556 www.mattsonfuneralhome.com Stromseth, Betty Ann Elizabeth Ann Stromseth "Betty" passed away peacefully on October 15, 2023, in Northfield, Minnesota, at 92. A vibrant, adventurous, and empathetic woman, Betty was laid to rest at Oaklawn Cemetery on October 16 in a small ceremony, surrounded by her devoted hus- band, Walter Stromseth, her chil- dren, other dear family members, and close friends. Betty graduated from St. Olaf Col- lege Phi Beta Kappa in 1953. She later worked at St.

Olaf as Director of International Studies, designing and managing study abroad pro- grams that spanned the world. Betty is survived by Walter, 95; their three children (Jane, James, and Jonathan); and four grandchildren (Sarah, Jonathan, Katherine, and Claire). She lived a life full of adven- ture and joy, and was a role model for a life well lived. Her family will miss her dearly. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, November 30 at 3:00 pm at St.

Lutheran Church in Northfield, where Betty, together with Walt, was a longtime member of the congregation. A reception will be held at the church after the service. In lieu of flowers, the Stromseth family invites donations to the Wal- ter and Betty Stromseth Endow- ment for Intercultural and Inter-Re- ligious Education at St. Olaf College. Their Endowment is designed to in- crease understanding of major world cultures and their religious traditions.

Donations can be made via the link below. Scroll down and press the Like to Search button, entering Stromseth in the "To" window. Click on the Endow- ment to donate: alumniq.com/giving/to/default www.northfieldfuneral.com There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart. GANDHI IN MEMORIAM A and personal way to remember special anniversaries.

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