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Star Tribune B7 Sunday, November 16, 2003 enson Devon R. Jenson age 3 of Rogers, MN. Our little Dev-Dev passed away Nov. 13th from complications after surgery for HLHS, a heart defect. giant smile captured everyone's attention and drew those she met closer to her.

Her strength and courage were unsurpassed. She will be deeply missed by all who loved and cared for her. She charmed all who cared for her at Hospital-Mpls and Heart Clinic. Devon will always be remembered for her affection of kitties and Disney Princesses. She was truly a gift from God to her parents and big sister.

Devon is survived by her parents, Daren and Dawn, and sister Drew. Also survived by her grandparents, Sid Linda Jenson, Al Margi Namejunas, and Bob Linda Benedict; aunts uncles Jay Lampert and Brad Becky Benedict; cousin Abi Lampert; great-grandparents, Ruby Les Meiller, Victor Alycemarie Mikkelson and Harold Benedict; and many great aunts, uncles and cousins. Being born with half a heart does not make you half a person. It means that your heart works twice as hard to make each beat. But it is also twice as strong.

You are twice as brave, twice as beautiful, twice as loving, and twice the person I hope to be. You are my Auntie Kris. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Hospital-Mpls Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Interment at St. Cemetery, Maple Grove.

Funeral service Tues. 11 AM at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church 5025 Knox Ave. S. Visitation Mon. 5-8 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel W.

50th St. Hwy. 100 952-920-3996 Ostlund Henry M. Ostlund age 88, of S. Mpls.

of the all-time Over 50-year member of Minnehaha Masonic Lodge. Preceded in death by wife, Agnes. Survived by daughter, Betty Ostlund; sons, Duane (Garnet), Chuck (Pat), Michael (Sue) Ostlund; Peggy Hanson; grandchildren, Katie (Tom), Erik (Shanna), Chad, Melissa, Mike, Nathan, Anne, Sarah, Steve (Leslie) and Tim; great-grandchildren, Jake, Trevor and Riley. Will be greatly missed by family and friends. Service Monday 11 AM at Mt.

Olivet Lutheran Church, 50th Knox Ave S. Interment Lakewood. Visitation Sunday 2-5 PM at Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 3640 23rd Ave and one hour before at church. Memorials preferred to Mt.

Olivet Care- view Home or Cathedral of the Pines. The family wishes to thank the staff of Mt. Olivet Careview Home for their love and care. Henry W. Anderson 612-729-2331 Mitchell Esther LeMay, age 94 of Bloomington.

Survived by children, Vera (Dean) Richey, Leonard (Marion) LeMay, Donald (Bev) LeMay, Sue (Allen) Arndt, Karen (Jerry) Schmeling, and Marlene (Jim) Mason; 18 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. Funeral service Monday, 11 AM, at Werness Brothers, 2300 W. Old Shakopee Bloomington. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at the funeral home. WERNESS BROTHERS 952-884-8145 dignitymemorial.com Isaacson Myron E.

Isaacson, age 83, of Plymouth. Survived by sons and daughters-in-law, Brad and Jackie, Kevin and Sally, Lon and Sandy; 12 grandchildren; 8 great- grandchildren; nephews, Richard and Larry Isaacson. Preceded in death by brother, Virgil. Funeral service Mon. 10 AM at Gearty-Delmore Funeral Chapel of Plymouth, 37th Ave.

N. and Vicksburg Lane. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation TONIGHT 5-7 PM at Gearty-Delmore Funeral Chapel of Plymouth and one hour prior to service at the funeral chapel. Memorials preferred to Peace Lutheran Church of Plymouth, 3695 Hwy 101 North, Plymouth, MN 55446.

Gearty-Delmore Plymouth 763-553-1411 Kerber Judy, age 57 of Maple Grove. Preceded in death by her father, Frank Blasiak. Survived by loving husband, George; beloved children, Jodi (Jeff) Lunde, Scott (Tonya), Todd (Crystal); brother, Frank (Terri) Blasiak; mother; 3 sisters; and many, many friends. Judy was an 18 year employee of the Osseo school district, was a beloved wife and an even greater mother. She had a zest for life and was devoted to her family and friends.

She lost her courageous battle with lung cancer after 3 years. Mass of Catholic Burial Tuesday, 11 AM at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 70th Halifax Ave Brooklyn Center. Visitation Monday, 4-7 at Evans- Nordby Funeral Home, 6000 Brooklyn Brooklyn Center and 1 hour prior to the service at church. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery.

Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000 Kofal Ira age 86, of New Brighton, formerly of Gordon, WI, died on Preceded in death by wife, Virginia and grandson, John Edward. Survived by children, Wayne (Linda), Jeanne (Steve) Swanson, Carol (Dan) Mueller and Lorri; grandchildren, Becky, Debby (Rob) Cibuzar, John Paul (Kelly) Swanson, Chris and Matthew; great-grandson, Jack; many other special relatives and friends including George Salonek. Ira retired from Fraser shipyards in Superior, WI in November of 1978 after 45 years in the ship building trade. He was past Master of the Itasca Masonic Lodge, served on the Barnes town board and was a member of the Barnes Lions Club. A memorial service is planned for June of 2004 in Barnes, WI.

Cremation Society of MN 612-825-2435 Majeski Gladys age 93, of Robbinsdale, passed away peacefully Nov. 13, 2003. She was preceded in death by first husband, Paul R. Clouthier; second husband, Peter Majeski; sister, Irene Sternberg; all of her brothers; son-in-law, Don Isenhower; and stepson, Myron Majeski. Gladys is survived by daughter, Carol Isenhower; son, Roger (Diane) Clouthier; 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; sisters, Audrey (Ben) Westby, Crystal (David) Johnston; step-daughters, Pat Ruse and Brenda Johnston; stepson, Randy Majeski; sister-in-law, Lily Vaughn; many nieces nephews.

Our heart-filled thanks to the 3rd Wing of Maranatha Health Care Center and the wonderful people of hospice who took care of her. Private family interment at Gethsemane Cemetery. Funeral service 6 PM Tuesday, Nov. 18, with visitation one hour prior to service at: Washburn-McReavy Robbinsdale Chapel 4239 West Broadway 763-537-2333 Lindstrom Kenneth E. Lindstrom, age 92, of Mpls.

Survived by wife of 61 years, Fern; children, Kenneth (Jerilyn), Joyce Lindstrom; grandchildren, Amy Lindstrom, Alison (Andy) Klink and Andrew Lindstrom; family and friends. Service Monday, Nov. 24, 12 noon, Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 36th Hennepin Ave Mpls. Visitation Sunday, Nov. 23, 3-7 PM at: Washburn-McReavy 2301 Dupont at Hennepin 612-377-2203 Kerr Doris Kerr, age 82, went home to the Lord on November 13, 2003.Pre- ceded in death by brother, Wilbur Johnson.

Survived by husband of 59 years, Merritt (Bob); son, Mark (Cheryl); daughter, Phyllis (Gene) Farber; grandsons, James Matthew Kerr; sister, Irene Nord; brothers, Earle Stuart Johnson. A special thank you to the staff at Westwood Health Care Center for their loving care. Service Monday 12 noon, First Covenant Church, 810 S. 7th St. Visitation 1 hour prior to service.

Interment, Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Albin Chapel-Minneapolis Ralph, Jim, Dan Albinson 612-871-1418 Manly Margaret H. 83 years, of NE Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Robert.

Survived by daughters, Gayle Turnquist (William), Patricia Milbrandt (Walter); sons, John Manly (Marilyn) and William Manly (Karen); 9 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren. Member of St. Charles Choir, Club and VIP Club. Memorials preferred to Lung Power. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 10 AM, St.

Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, St. Anthony Blvd at Stinson Blvd NE, St. Anthony. Entombment, Hillside Mausoleum. Visitation one hour prior to Mass at church, and Sunday, 5-8 PM, with vigil prayers at 7 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Northeast Chapel 2901 Johnson Street NE 612-781-6828 ohnson Ruth age 82 of Golden Valley, passed away Wednesday, Nov.

12, 2003. Preceded in death by parents; 4 brothers; 2 sisters; and infant son, Mark. Survived by husband of 54 years, Bob; sons, Kurt (Carole), Jeff (Lynda), Greg (Jan); daughter, Joy (Glen) Wilde; grandchildren, Luke, Krista, Chad, Calla, Taylor, Josie, Brooke; step grandchildren, Chris, Kelly, Cory Cranbrook; other family and many friends. She was born in Howard, SD on Nov. 28, 1920.

She attended Au- gustana College and then received her nursing diploma from Sioux Valley Hospital in 1943. She entered the U.S. Navy Nursing Corps and served her country in WWII. Ruth was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be missed by all those who knew her.

Memorials preferred to the Arthritis Foundation, Calvary Building Fund, or choice. Funeral service Monday 11 AM, at Calvary Lutheran Church, 7520 Golden Valley Golden Valley. Visitation 1 hour prior. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Washburn-McReavy 763-537-2333 Lloyd Ruth age 80, of Shoreview.

Survived by husband, Gordon K. Lloyd; daughter, Terry Goodwin (Swindell) of Havelock, NC; son, Brian C. Lloyd (Donna) of Cody, WY; 4 grandchildren, Jamie, Sarah, Matthew and Kevin; 3 great-grandchildren, Kenneth, Brittany and Hudson; brother, James Todt (Maria) of Hawaii. Ruth was a registered nurse at St. Hospital in St.

Paul. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Assoc. Funeral service Tuesday, 10 AM, Cross of Glory Lutheran Church, 5472 Adams Mounds View. Interment Ft. Snelling Cemetery.

Visitation one hour prior to service at church and Monday, 4-7 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Northeast Chapel 2901 Johnson Street NE 612-781-6828 Knight William I. Knight, was born on May 8, 1915 and passed away on Sept. 30, 2003. He was a Veteran of WWII serving in the Pacific Theater and then retired from the Minneapolis Firefighters Station 4. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Geraldine; his second wife, Bernice; daughter, Mary; and son, David.

He is survived by his daughters, Patty (Joe), Judy (Michael); and son, Stephen (Susan). He was dearly loved by all. He was a man who loved his many grandchildren. A man who loved life and who saved many lives. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

A special thank you to the many friends who played cards with Bill. He loved playing with you all. Also a special thank you to Dr. Goldstein, Jane and staff for the years of great care they gave to this special man. Memorials preferred to the American Heart Association.

Private interment, Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Martin Cecelia Esther, age 88, passed away Nov. 12, 2003. Preceded in death by loving husband of 55 years, James Clifford Sr.

and son, Spencer Noah Smith. Survived by children, Russel (Jean), James Jr. (Bonita), Valerie (Morgan), Deborah, Terri, Laurie, Wesley, Tony, Michael, wife Patricia; 26 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Dorothy Mockabee; brother-in- law, Myron Barnett and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Memorial service 11 AM Monday, Nov. 17 at St.

Episcopal Church, 457 Mackubin St. Paul. Cremation Society of MN Edina 952-924-4100 Kane Martin M. Kane, age 72, of Bloomington. SGT in USMC during the Korean Conflict.

Alumnus of South Dakota State University and former Electrical Engineer with Dakota Electrical Association. Preceded in death by parents and brother, John. Survived by children, Elizabeth Kane, Sean Kane, Sheila (Norm) Kane, Martin (Dawn) Kane Jr. and Carolyn Kane; grandchildren, Maeve, Matt, Brian, Bobby, Rachel and Nick; brothers, William (Jean) Kane Kane, Stephen (Pat) Kane, and Joseph (Margaret) Kane; sister, Florence Mohr; and other relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 11 AM at Assumption Catholic Church, 305 E.

77th Richfield. Interment Ft. Snelling. Visitation one hour prior to mass at church. Memorials may be directed to choice.

Morris Nilsen Chapel 612-869-3226 Mankowski Mary Ann (nee Hreha), age 97, formerly of NE Mpls. Preceded in death by husband, Barney. Survived by daughter, Carol Bacig (Brian Medred) of Duluth; grandchildren, Maribeth Link (Gary), Edward Bacig (Karen), Peter Bacig (Leslie); 4 great- grandchildren; nieces and nephews, especially David (Margie) Hreha, Paul (Jan) Hreha. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 11:30 AM, St. Charles Borromeo.

Burial Resurrection. Visitation 10-11 AM Monday at Billman-Hunt Chapel, 2701 Central Ave NE. Special thanks to the staff at Park Health for their kind and gentle care. Billman-Hunt Chapel 612-789-3535 McFarland Amelia age 84, of Spring Lake Park, passed away Nov. 13, 2003.

Preceded in death by husband, John; son, Patrick; parents, 2 sisters and 2 brothers. Survived by 3 daughters, Barbara (Lowell) Uran, Rosemary Bateman and Julie Sams; son, Daniel; 5 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, other relatives and friends. Funeral service 11 AM Wednesday, Nov. 19 at First Lutheran Church of Columbia Heights, 1555 40th Ave NE, Col. Hts (763788-9653).

Visitation 6-8 PM Tuesday evening at the Miller Funeral Home, 6210 NE Hwy 65, Fridley, and in church Wednesday one hour prior to service. Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers. Miller Funeral Home Fridley Chapel 763-571-1300 Marek George Albert, age 92 of Friendship Village, Bloomington.

Full notice later. Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 Howard Russ, 77, of Annandale, on Former owner of Plumbing Heating, Annandale and former 36-year member of Annandale Fire Dept. of which 25 years were spent as fire chief. Preceded by wife, Doris. Survived by children, Marvin (Karin), Joanne (Jim) Simones, Susan (Mark) Huro, Jim friend Phyliss; brother, Don (Alice); grandchildren great-grandchildren.

Funeral 10:30 AM Annandale United Methodist Church. Visitation 4-8 PM with prayer service 7:30 PM at the Dingmann Funeral Care Chapel, Annandale (320-274-8811). Obituary guestbook online dingmannfuneral.com Keefe John 56, died Oct. 26, 2003 at his home in Eastpointe, MI of congestive heart failure. Preceded in death by parents, John J.

Bernice E. Keefe of MN. Survived by wife, Angelita (Lily); sons, Kevin, Liam Seagan of MI, John Dylan of NY, Joseph of NV; brother, Dan; sisters, S. Brigid Marie Mary Jo of MN, Michelle of CA; many other relatives friends. Service was held Oct.

30, 2003 in Mn ohnson Earl Edwin (WOQLB) age 83 of Charleston, SC, died Nov. 12, 2003. Born Aug. 29th 1920 in Oakes, ND to George and Evelyn Featherstone Johnson. Earl was a U.S.

Naval Air Corps Veteran of WWII and an aeronautical engineer with Honeywell for 49. He has been on the air as WOQLB since his teens. After his retirement, Earl was a volunteer in the public schools throughout HRVP. Long-time resident of Edina, he and his wife, Rachel, moved to James Island in 1993. Earl was active in the community as a member of the Charleston Men's Chorus, the Harbour View Presbyterian Church Choir, the Charleston Amateur Radio Club and a substitute teacher for Charleston County School district.

Mr. Johnson is survived by his wife of 59 years, Rachel Helene Johnson (nee Conrad); two daughters, Lauren Johnson of Minnetonka and Sheryl May Johnson of James Island, SC; brother, Keith Johnson of Apple Valley and many loving relatives and friends. Funeral services were held in Charleston on November 15th. Memorials preferred to the Union Gospel Mission or Donor's Choice. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Funeral service Friday, Nov. 21st, 10:30 AM at Wooddale Church 6630 Shady Oak Eden Prairie. Visitation 1 half hour prior to service at church and Thursday, Nov. 20th, 5-8 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel W. 50th St.

Hwy 100 952-920-3996 ohnson JoAnne age 72, Spring Lake Park, Arr. are pending. Billman-Hunt Chapel 612-789-3535 Nelson Delbert B. Former State Commander D.A.V. Retired owner of Del Nelson Furniture, Zuhrah Shrine Member, age 83, formerly of Minneapolis, on Nov.

12, 2003 after a lengthy illness. Survived by his wife of 55 years, Evelyn; son, Earl (Margie) VanBerkom of Cottage Grove; 4 grandchildren, Mike Van- Berkom, Nancy Sannes, Julie (Mike) Curti, John VanBerkom; 6 great- grandchildren; 2 brothers, Odin (Marian) of St. Paul, Henry (Arlene) of Storm Lake, IA. Preceded in death by a brother, Edwin and a sister, Doris Nelson. Mass of Christian Burial Monday, 10:30 AM, with visitation AM at ST.

THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 920 Holley St. Paul Park. Interment church cemetery. Memorials to Regina Nursing Home or D.A.V. Arr.

KOK FUNERAL HOME (651-459-2875). Peterson Betty L. (nee Larson), age 78, of Mpls, passed away Preceded in death by parents, Elmer Lota; son, Terry Gutzke. Survived by children, Tom Gutzke, Robyn (Dave) Keller, Barry; 3 granddaughters, 1 grandson; 5 great- grandchildren; brother, Bud (Vera) Larson; Rob Green her dog, Sunny Storm; family and friends. She owned Air- loha Drive-In in Mpls for many years.

Her memories will live in our hearts forever. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Funeral service Monday, 12 noon, with visitation one hour prior at: Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel 2610 19th Avenue NE 612-781-1999 McGee Grace Preceded in death by husband, Don McGee. Survived by mother, Bonnye Shephard; son, Martin (Debbie) Oaks; daughter, Debi (Ricky) Nelson; 4 grandchildren; 2 great- grandchildren; sister, Doris (Tom) Hoff; brothers, Paul (Janice) Gouge and Joe Gouge; nieces nephews; family friend, Barb Shewchuk. Visitation Monday, 10 AM-12 noon at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake.

Interment 1 PM, Ft. Snelling National Cemetery, Mpls. Ballard-Sunder Prior Lake 952-447-2633 McNeil Betty Ann McNeil Surrounded by her children, Betty Ann Holmes McNeil formerly of Wayzata, Minnesota and La Jolla, California died on Friday, November 7, 2003 at the Christus St. Joseph's nursing home. Betty Ann was on born August 24, 1921 in Ekalaka, Wyoming, the daughter of Harry S.

Holmes, M.D. and Leona Hooper Holmes. She came to Salt Lake City in 1939 to attend Westminster College. When World War II broke out, she joined her parents in San Diego, where her father served as an army surgeon at Camp Pendleton. There she met her future husband, Captain James McNeil, U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers, having just returned from a tour of duty in the Pacific theater. They were married December 13, 1945. Jim went on to work for the Pillsbury Company, starting in Ogden, Utah, settling in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he was vice-president of flour production until his death in 1973. Betty Ann moved to La Jolla, California after his death, where she remained until her recent return to Salt Lake City to spend her remaining days with her son and grandsons. She is survived by her son, James C.

McNeil, Jr. president of United concerts, his wife, Gail, his two sons, C.J. (age 16) and Wyatt (age 12), her daughter, Mary Ann McNeil Higgins and her husband David Higgins of Minneapolis, Minnesota. She left behind many beautiful needlepoint items and other art objects from her extensive international travel. She donated these to The Assistance League of Salt Lake City, and Christus St.

Joseph's Villa to continue their philanthropic projects for the people of Salt Lake City. A Funeral Mass was celebrated Monday 10:00 AM at Christus St. Joseph Villa Chapel Salt Lake City, UT. Committal Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Funeral Director Neil O'Donnell and Sons Mortuary. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of St. Joseph's for their kindness, patience, and care at the end of her life. We wish our mother and grandmother, a peaceful journey and a joyous reuniting with the family and friends that have preceded her in death. In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be sent to the James C.

McNeil scholarship fund at Westminster College, 1840 South 1300 East, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84105. Preussler Robert age 91, of Prior Lake. Preceded in death by wife, Mary; parents, Otto and Anna Preussler; brother, Melvin; and sister, Mae B. Preussler. Survived by niece, Narda Mae Olson; nephew, Merlin Preus- sler; grand niece and grand nephews.

Served in WWII with 8th Air Force in England, member of Question Club of and VFW Post of Prior Lake. Visitation Monday 5-8 PM at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home, Prior Lake, and hour prior to service at Lakewood. Funeral service Tuesday 10:00 AM at Lakewood Cemetery Chapel, 3600 Hennepin Ave. Mpls. Interment Lakewood Cemetery.

Ballard-Sunder Prior Lake 952-447-2633 Nerhaugen James H. Former owner Anchor Block Co. Husband, Father Grandpa, age 81, of Arden Hills and Naples, FL, on Nov. 12, 2003. Preceded in death by parents and a brother, Dickie.

Survived by loving wife of 57 years, Elaine; children, Jillaine (Greg) Uhls, Jacki (Rick) Barton and Alan (Kimberly) Nerhaugen; grandchildren, Gale, Carter and Britta; sisters, Margaret (Jay) Alrick and Audrey Welshinger. Visitation Sunday, 2-5 PM in the HOLCOMB- HENRY-BOOM NORTH CHAPEL, 515 Hwy 96 W. at Mackubin, Shoreview and at the church on Monday from 10 AM until time of service. Funeral Monday, 10:30 AM at CENTENNIAL METHODIST CHURCH, 1524 W. Co Road C-2, Roseville.

Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Jim was a WWII Army Air Corps Veteran and member of Osman Temple Shrine. 651-482-7606 Rasmussen (Ostlund) Violet age 79, of Brooklyn Park. She will be missed by her son, Doug Ostlund.

Private family services. Cremation Society of MN Brklyn Pk 763-560-3100 Newman Daniel F. Newman, age 35, of Eden Prairie. Survived by parents, Jim and Nancy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Tom and Tammy, Ken and Noa, Mark and Susie; grandmothers, Edith Newman and Leona Williams; nephews, Trevor and Derek; aunts and uncles, Joyce and Dave Newman, Lil and Knox Williams; other relatives and friends. Funeral service Tues.

11 AM at Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 18500 Cty. Rd. 101, Maple Grove. Private interment. Visitation Mon.

5-8 PM at Gearty- Delmore Funeral Chapel of Plymouth, 37th Ave. N. and Vicksburg Lane and one hour prior to service at the church. Memorials preferred to the National Retinitis Pigmentosa Foundation, McCormick Rd, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. Gearty-Delmore Plymouth 763-553-1411 Kawamura Toshi, of Bloomington, MN passed away November 13, 2003.

Survived by husband Kodo; son, Dale and his wife, Barbara; grandchildren, Danny and Thomas. Toshi was a Charter Member of Bloomington Sister City Organization. Memorial Service Thursday 7:30 PM at Werness Brothers Funeral Chapel, 2300 W. Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, with a visitation at the Funeral Chapel PM prior to service.

Private interment at Bloomington Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Bloomington Sister City Organization, 1800 W. Old Shakopee Bloomington, MN 55431-3027. WERNESS BROTHERS 952-884-8145 dignitymemorial.com Kubic Helen K. (nee Popp) age 85 of Minneapolis.

In Loving Memory. Born Oct. 10, 1918 in Benton Country, MN to Frank Elizabeth Popp. Preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Chester Leroy and 9 brothers and sisters. Survived by five children, Paul, Elizabeth (Tom), Kathleen (Rasoul), Marion (Morgan) and Sharon (Dean); sister, Bernice (Roy) and eight grandchildren, Tony, Alyson, Sara, Saeed, Leila, Corrie, Mallory and Lisa.

Helen was a member of Incarnation Parish for more than 50 years and belonged to the Christian Sodality. She retired from Life Schools Studio, was an accomplished homemaker, a great cook and a much loved grandmother. Mass of Christian Burial 10AM TUESDAY at INCARNATION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 3817 Pleasant Ave. So Mpls. Visitation 1 hour before Mass at the Church.

Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to HealthEast and Fairview Hopsice Programs preferred. WERNESS BROTHERS 612-824-2624 dignitymemorial.com Lapides Gertrude, age 98, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Preceded in death by beloved husband, Henry Lapides; parents, Naomi and Samuel Louis Znaida; sister, Helen Hendel; brother and sister-in-law, Irving and Hattie Znaida.

Survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Sheldon Witebsky, and Elaine and Ira Schwartz; sons and daughters-in-law, Jerry and Marilyn Lapides, and Bill and Fran Lapides; grandchildren, Jeanne (Jeff) Stein, Howard (Mary) Lapides, Steve (Judy) Witebsky, Alan (Sandy) Witebsky, Bruce (Martha) Witebsky, Wendy (Andy) Goltzman, Nicole Lapides, Tony (Chris) Lapides, Alexandra Lapides, David (Emma) Schwartz and Amy Schwartz; 12 great-grandchildren and special friend, Rose Horowitz. A special thanks to the wonderful, caring staff at Sholom Home, 3 North, Fairview Hospice and Roitenberg Memory Care. Gertrude will be greatly missed by her loving family. Her greatest pleasure was to be surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a warm, kind and fun-loving woman who enjoyed life.

Funeral Services SUNDAY (TODAY) 2:30 PM BETH EL SYNAGOGUE, 5224 W. 26th St. Louis Park. Memorials are preferred to the Sholom Home or Cancer Research Fund, 4930 W. 77th Edina, MN, 55435.

SHIVA 1201 Yale Place (Sun. Arr. Hodroff Sons MacDonald Allan G. (Mac), age 80, of Richfield, peacefully passed away on his 58th wedding anniversary, after an 18-year "long goodbye" with Alzheimer's. He was born and raised in Robbinsdale and proudly served his country in World War II.

An avid outdoorsman, he loved to spend time at his cabin in northern MN. He was well known for teasing and the twinkle in his eye. A respected Richfield businessman, Mac opened Hobbycraft in 1948. For 32 years he sold Schwinn bikes, crafts and model trains and made genuine friendships with his employees and customers. Mac was also an active member of Richfield Lutheran Church for over 50 years.

He was a loving husband of Renee (nee Ondich), father of Ann (John) Coleman, Scott, Todd (Irmgard), Julie (Terry) Olson; Kimberly (Daniel) Ellis and grandfather to Shannon, John, Jennifer, and Christopher. Visitation is scheduled for Wed, Nov 19 at at Richfield Lutheran Church, 60th Nicollet Av, Mpls. Service follows at noon. Private family interment at Fort Snelling at a later date. Memorials pref to MN Veterans Home, 5101 Minnehaha Av, Mpls, MN 55417 or Richfield Luth Church.

McNamar Warren R. age 86 of Mpls. For information call Cremation Society of Minnesota 612-825-2435 Mechelke Avanelle (nee Atkins), age 82 of Mesa, AR, formerly of St. Paul. Full obituary to follow.

WULFF 651-776-1555 Holt Roger born in Minneapolis, MN, passed way in Boynton Beach, FL on Thursday, He was the beloved husband of Judith (Tatam) Holt for more than 62 years and caring father of R. Michael Holt (wife Gretchen) of Naples, FL, Richard D. Holt (deceased), Stephen T. Holt of Lake Worth, FL and grandfather of Kelley Holt of Colorado. He is preceded in death by parents, Martin and Hazel Holt; and brother, William (Mac).

Survived by brothers Jack of Minneapolis, MN and Francis (Bus) of California. He attended De La Salle, University of Minnesota and Harvard Business School. He was an Army Major in World War II and long time member of the Knights of Columbus. In Minneapolis, he was Vice-President of Munsingwear and President of the Minneapolis Advertising Club. He was a member of Lafayette and Interlachen Country Clubs.

He moved to Rochester, NY in 1960. Vice-President of Hickok and Nalge Chemical and member of Oak Hill Country Club. He retired to Boynton Beach, FL in 1977 and was a former member of Quail Ridge Country Club and affiliated with Atlantis Country Club. Services on Monday, November 17 at 11 AM at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, Boynton Beach.

Memorials to charity of your choice. Miller Grant age 45, of Coon Rapids. Full notice on Monday. Washburn-McReavy Seman Chapel 763-767-1000 Misiak Thaddeus Misiak, age 74 of St. Anthony Village.

Preceded in death by parents; and 3 brothers. Survived by loving wife of 44 years, Janina; daughter, Joanne (Jon) Dekko; sons, Michael, Chris (Julie); grandchildren, Kara, Victoria, and Jack; brothers, Joseph (Pat), Jan (Carol); sister-in-law, Bernice; nieces and nephews. Retired from Sears after more than 45 years of service. Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, 10 AM, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 2420 St.

Anthony Blvd. Interment Sunset Memorial Cemetery, Moose Lake. Visitation at the Kapala-Glodek NE Chapel, 230 13th Ave NE Tuesday, 5-8 PM, with vigil prayers 7 PM. Visitation also at church 1 hour prior to Mass. Memorials preferred to St.

Charles School Endowment Fund. KAPALA-GLODEK 612-378-1331 Mildenberger James P. Mildenberger (Jim) age 81, was born on in Fargo, ND died in Mpls, MN. Survived by wife, Sally; son, Joe (Becky); daughters, Judy Bird (Charlie), Jane Hutchinson (Raymond); grandchildren, Danielle, Ryan, Charlie, Ross, Mark, Matt Andy; sisters, Helen, Marge Betty; brothers Don Bob. Member of Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) during the Great Depression.

Joined the MN National Guard in 1940. Deployed to Northern Ireland England in 1942 after Pearl Harbor. He was attached to Headquarters Company, Corps for the D-Day invasion at Normandy. Wounded at Omaha Beach on was awarded the Purple Heart Silver Star for valor in that historic battle. After recovering from his wounds, he engaged in further action in Operation Marketgarden, Battle of the Bulge, Rhine Crossing served until the as part of the XVIII Airborne Corps.

At the end of the war, Jim settled in CA met Sally, another MN native. They married returned to MN. Employed by Jefferson Bus Lines for over 30 years, he was the requested driver for Stan Orchestra, the Mpls Millers Hockey Team, the MN Soccer Team, St. Choir and Boy Scout Troop 94. Jim was renowned as Mr.

Fixit, always in demand by family, neighbors and friends for repair projects. He had a zest for life travel, always being curious about what was around the corner. In recent years, Jim Sally made their home on Woman Lake near Hackensack, MN. Jim enjoyed winters in Arizona, summers at the lake, time on the computer ham radio. Funeral arrangements are pending.

Memorials suggested to choice. Albin Chapel Ralph Jim, Dan Albinson (952) 914-9410 Petros Marcella J. age 75 of Brooklyn Center. Notice later. GEARTY DELMORE 763-537-4511 Richards Douglas W.

age 79, of Andover. Survived by wife, Shirley; stepchildren, Raymond (Rose) Putnam, Sharon Devine, Diane (Dick) Heikkila, Rodney Putnam; sister, Mildred Tanner. Memorials preferred. Memorial service Tuesday, 1 pm with visitation beginning at 12 noon at: Washburn-McReavy Seman Chapel 1827 Coon Rapids Blvd. 763-767-1000 Ruddy Jerome Edward age 68, formerly of Minneapolis.

Laid to rest Friday, Nov. 14 at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, after a long battle with ALS, surrounded by wonderful friends and close family. J.E. Ruddy I believe I deserve one. I pray to God to see my need.

Of all the prayer and dedication done, I have all I want, but what I need. God asked Moses a great task. He had the people in a stall. God said to me and then I ask. His line is open to us all.

He led the people in a way to find a new and better road. And all I really have to say, I will obey and do what told. I see what Moses did to find a new and better way seen. All you have to do in your mind is to check Philippians 4:19. The day has been a great one.

seen and talked to many a soul to believe of good that they have done, to see that their life is whole. To end right now, I want to be a soldier of God in every way and I hope that everyone will see that it has been a beautiful day. God bless you all. Ryan Richard W. Ryan, age 66, of Mabel, died Thurs, Oct.

13, 2003 in Winona from complications of a head injury he received while assisting at the scene of an accident in April, 2002. Richard is survived by his wife, Louise of Mabel, three sons, Kevin (Heidi) of Winona, James (Brenda) of Preston, and Ole of Minneapolis; three daughters, Karen of Minneapolis, Rhonda (Troy) Greenberg of Beloit, Wisconsin, and Joleen (Nathan) Mitchell of Groton, Conn; eleven grandchildren; a brother, David (Judy) of New Brighton, and a sister, Joan (David) Nagel of Winnebago, Minn. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 19, 2003 at the Mabel United Methodist Church with the Rev. Gordon Langmade, of Brooklyn Park, officiating.

Burial will be in the Newburg Methodist Cemetery. Visitation will be 5-8 PM Tuesday, November 19 at the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel and one hour prior to services at the church. osie Peter 45, of Zimmerman, died Nov. 12, in Isabella. Services Tuesday 1:30 PM, Williams-Hanson-Kaun Funeral Home, Princeton.

1-763-389-1131 Matson Edgar Jerome age 77, of Big Lake, on WWII Vet. and retired St. Paul Ford Auto Worker of 33 years. Preceded in death by parents, Edward and Hildur Matson; sister, Betty Slattsveen; and daughter, Heidi Albrecht. Survived by wife, Sylvia; daughters, Janna (Dan) Hatch, Sharon (Rick) Borden; son, Mark; sister, Ardis Rohloff; brother, Ken (Mary) Matson; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild and extended family and friends.

Interment Thursday 11 AM at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday from 4-6 pm at Peterson-Grimsmo Chapel 250 E. Broadway, Monticello 763-295-2918 Visit startribune.com/legacy and sign an online guest book. and honor a loved one with your personal entry in an online guest book. Visit startribune.com/legacy or call 612-673-4130 with questions.

Nothing loved is ever lost And she was loved so much. -Unknown And so thy thoughts when thou are gone, Love itself shall slumber on. Shelley.