Star Tribune from Minneapolis, Minnesota • Page B9

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2012 STAR TRIBUNE METRO B9 Floyd, Cassandra L. Age 45, of New Richmond, WI. Passed away on March 15th, 2012. See full notice Wednesday. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Swanson Chapel 612-529-9691 Hoel, Edna K.

age 96, of passed away March 10th. Survived by 3 nephews. Preceded in death by parents, Martha Eivind Ophus, husband, Norman, 2 sisters 1 brother. Private interment at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Gearty-Delmore 763-537-4511 Havlicek, John F. age 90 of New Prague died 3-15-12. Survived by 5 children, Joyce Kubes Dan Deutsch, Shirley Gary Simon, Joanne Ray Wolf, John M. Lisa, Sharon Havlicek; 3 sisters, 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by wife, Angie (Barta).

Wake 4-8 PM Monday, Bruzek Funeral Home, New Prague (952-758-4949). Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Tuesday, St. Wenceslaus Church, New Prague. Foster, Nancy R. age 60, of Blaine.

Preceded in death by her father, Morris sister, Virginia and brother, Thomas. She will be deeply missed by her loving husband, Gary Allen; children, John (Amy) Foster, Jane Foster, Chris Allen, Anthony Allen; grandchildren, Sonja, Michaela, Mackenzie; sisters, Patricia (Mike), Susan (John); brothers, Gary (Carol), Randy (Pauline); many nieces nephews; other family and dear friends. Funeral Service 11 AM Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1900 7th St. NW, New Brighton, 651-6334674, with visitation starting at 9 AM. www.methven-taylor.com Miller-Brighton 651-636-9821 Hofius, Milo F.

age 79 of Big Lake and Fort Meyers Beach, FL on March 15, 2012. Preceded in death by his parents Howard Amanda (nee Whitley) a brother and a sister. Survived by children, Stephen (Patricia), Lori (Dave) Wengler, Becky Marx, Thomas (Amy), Jennifer Johnson; step-children, Jody (Dave) Martin, Matt Kolb; 13 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and brother, Dalton (Leona). Funeral service 1 PM Tuesday at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 1326 4th St. NW, Elk River.

Visitation 5-8 PM Monday, March 19, 2012 at Dare's Funeral Home, 805 Main St. NW, Elk River (763-441-1212) and 1 hour prior to services at church. Interment First Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Brooks, MN. Memorials preferred to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. Johnson, Robert Louis age 83, of New Hope, passed away March 1, 2012.

Survived by loving wife of 62 years, Lois; children Robert (Kathy), Rodger (Dana), Ronald (Cathe), Rebecca (Gregg) Schnizler, Joseph (Julie); 10 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; brother, Neil Johnson; nieces, nephews cousins. Predeceased by parents, Helen Cliff Johnson; sister, Phyllis Rodgers. Member former president of ASI Male Chorus Robbinsdale Historical Society; active member of Holy Nativity Lutheran Church choir. "Halsa dem dar- hemma" Service March 24, 2012, 11 am, Holy Nativity Lutheran Church, 3900 Winnetka Ave. New Hope.

Pastor David Mohn, officiant. Visitation 1 hour before service. Columbarium committal after service. Luncheon at church following service. Memorials preferred to the church or ASI Male Chorus.

Heimerl, Margie D. Nee Drobinski Age 95 of St. Paul peacefully surrounded by family on March 14, 2012. She was the last of her 13 siblings. Retired Wilder Foundation employee.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Andrew. She is survived by her sons, James (Diane) and Mark (Kathy); grandchildren, Kelly Heimerl, Shannon (Christopher) Guarneri, Lisa (Mike) D'Angelo, Kimberly (David) Luckey, and Jeffrey (Nancy); great-grandchildren, Brandi and Mackenzie Guarneri, Sydney and Anthony D'Angelo, Austin and Jaxon Luckey; also survived by many other loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Special thanks to the staff at St. Therese, New Hope. Mass of Christian Burial 10 AM Monday at St.

Peter Claver Catholic Church (1060 Central Ave. at N. Oxford, St. Paul). Visitation one hour prior to Mass at church Monday.

Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. La Du, Warner A. "Bud" 84, passed away following an extended illness on February 24, 2012, at Mission Pines Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was born October 11, 1927, to F. Warner and Hazel (Crowe) La Du, in International Falls, Minnesota.

After high school graduation, Warner worked for two years at the Minnesota Dakota and Western Railway. He served in the U.S Army during the Korean War and studied at the Minneapolis School of Business. He was a bookkeeper in Cincinnati, Minneapolis and Las Vegas (where he resided since 1973), working at the Lady Luck Casino until retirement. Warner was a kind and gentle man with a great sense of humor. He enjoyed reading, taking long walks, and listening to music, especially jazz performed by Sarah Vaughn, Billy Eckstine and George Shearing.

Warner is survived by his sister, Frances (La Du) Peterson (late Bill) and niece, Francie Anderson (Mark), both of St. Peter, Minnesota; nephews, Robin Saunders (Dianne), Pembroke, Canada, Dr. Scott Saunders (Stephenie), St. Louis, Missouri, and Dennis Peterson (Nancy), Ames, Iowa. Preceding him in death were his parents and sister, Audrey Saunders (late Bill).

There will be a private family memorial service later this spring at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Kegler, Karen (Chermak) Passed away March 11th after a long struggle with COPD. Karen was preceded in death by her soulmate her husband, Heinz Kegler, and by her parents, Arthur and Grace Chermak. A member of the class of 1961 at Wayzata High School, Karen is remembered as a terrific dancer and life-long Elvis Presley fan. In 1969 she moved, with her 3-year old son, to Albuquerque, New Mexico and subsequently worked as city Treasurer of Corrales, NM and as Office Manager of Phoenix West, a maker of computer cables.

She was a passionate advocate for homeless and rescued animals, fed every bird in the sky from her beautiful Rio Rancho backyard, and loved Heinz's family and friends in Germany and the UK as her own. Karen would call herself a rebel, and those who loved her would call her a true original. She leaves behind her son, Loren, his wife Lynn, their children, Victoria Grace and Christian Ryan, and her sister, Kathryn C. Johnson. A private family service is planned.

Memorials are preferred to the ASPCA or the NO KILL animal rescue of your choice. Freischel, William Robert Feb 1953 Mar 2012. Thanks to Bill's Comfort Care team at Methodist Hospital who helped him stay comfortable and peaceful in his last days. Bill is survived by his brother, Mike; wife, Meg; loyal therapy companion, Razzel Dazzel and companion, Dickens, as well as many other relatives, friends and colleagues. He was preceded in death by his parents and devoted fur family, Duke, Chimi, Kane, and Cody.

No services are planned. The family requests that you create a collage of memories and stories of Bill in his online guest book with Minneapolis Star Tribune which will be open for the next year. Those wishing to memorialize Bill are requested to mail a charitable donation to: North Star Therapy Animals, 6651 Moorland Drive, Eden Prairie, MN 55346. (www.northstartherapyanimals.org) Humphrey, William "Will" Riverius III 53, of Lake Forest, Illinois, died March 14, 2012. Husband of Ellen Cook Humphrey.

Father of William, Nicholas and Davis Humphrey. Brother of Ann Humphrey of Enterprise, OR, Andrew (Alison) Humphrey of Wayzata, MN and Kathryn Humphrey of Seattle, WA. Preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. William R.

Humphrey, Jr. of Wayzata, MN. Memorial Service was held Saturday, March 17, 2012 at The Church of the Holy Spirit, 400 E. Westminster Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045. Interment at The Church of the Holy Spirit Columbarium.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 225 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1210, Chicago, Illinois 60601, The Church of the Holy Spirit or Friends of Ryerson Woods, 21850 N. Riverwoods Rd. Deerfield, IL 60015. Info: Wenban Funeral Home, Lake Forest (847) 234-0022 or www.wenbanfh.com Johnson, Roger S. Age 82, of Mounds View, on March 16, 2012.

Preceded in death by parents, Charles and Lillian Johnson; 4 siblings, Violet Rodriguez, Iver Johnson, Hazel Olson and Goldie Olson. Survived by wife of 46 years, Marilyn; daughters, Becky (Jeff) Johnson and Christy Johnson; grandchildren, Megan, Jordan, Linnea and Quinn; siblings, Morris Johnson, Gloria Nupson and Susan (Monte) Brown; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Roger worked for 37 years at the University of MN and was an active member at Elim Baptist Church. Memorial service Thursday, March 22nd 11:00 AM (visitation 10-11 AM) at ELIM BAPTIST CHURCH, 685 13th Avenue NE, Minneapolis, MN. Memorials preferred to Elim Baptist Church or Allina Hospice Foundation.

www.holcombhenryboom.com 651-482-7606 Hetrick, Lois M. (nee Thompson) age 87 of Elk River, MN, passed away March 13, 2012 at home. Graduate of St. Olaf, was a social worker and Guardian Ad Litem for Sherburne County. Loved family, cabin and music.

Preceded in death by parents, Dr. and Mrs. AJ Thompson and brother, John Thompson all of Hutchinson, MN. Survived by husband, Jay; children, Vicci Ziegler, Dave (Patti) Hetrick, Dick (Kathy) Kopetka, Frank (Cyndi) Kopetka, Karen (Sam) Davis; 9 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Celebration Saturday, March 24 at 2 PM at Central Lutheran Church, 1103 School Elk River.

Visitation 1 hour prior. Fyle, Diane P. 65, of Mpls and Nisswa. Died suddenly in Harlingen, TX, on Preceded in death by parents, Edward and Pauline Pawloski, and brother, Jerry Pawloski. Survived by husband, Tom Fyle; children, Kristine Glodek and Steve Glodek; granddaughters, Clara and Elena; brother, Steve (Suzanne) Pawloski; nephew, John, and niece, Karen; also many relatives and friends.

Employed by Mpls Fire Dept. Relief Association, and Mpls Police Federation. Diane touched the hearts of many people, and she will be deeply missed. Memorial celebration of Diane's life will be announced at a later date. Kettering, Robert W.

89, Webster, WI, died March 14, 2012. Memorial service to be held in April, details to follow. Swedberg-Taylor F.H., Webster, WI 715-866-7131 www.swedberg-taylor.com Kritz, Kent Ira Age 56, of died March 9, 2012. Devoted family man to wife Janna, and daughters Jackie and Vanessa. Memorial service to be announced.

cherish their life forever Order a commemorative bookmark as a lasting keepsake of your loved one. CALL 612.673.4130. wherefriendsandfamilycanvisitandrememberalways.Optionsinclude indoorcolumbariumoraplaqueonourTreeofRemembrance. Call 612-822-2171 orvisit lakewoodcemetery.com tolearnmore. Erickson, Shirley (nee Nelson) Shirley left for Heaven at 8:40 am on Friday, March 9th, 2012.

No one has captured Shirley's essence any better than her new "best friend" Mary Jo Franske. She is a volunteer in a senior program sponsored by Lutheran Brotherhood and UCare. "Shirley looked at the world as an expectant child, awaiting some sort of miracle, some sort of party, some sort of magic to happen spontaneously. The bell around her neck, the bobbing head of curls, the way she greeted people, caused us to expect wonderful things as well. Having not known Shirley before her stroke, I can only assume that she was a gregarious child, a lively, fun teen, a flirtatious date, a loving wife, a warm and welcoming entertainer, a generous and loyal friend, and a creative and indulgent mother.

I can only expect that she shopped like a diva, cooked like Paula, entertained like Martha and leapt into new projects like Oprah. She loved watching snowfalls. She loved connecting people with one another. She loved Kings in the Corner, and before that, Bridge. She loved Lefsa and casseroles and old movies.

She loved anything Swedish, anything a bit unusual, anything with sugar. She kept a bag of peanut and M's in the bottom of her purse, just in case. Shirley's favorite word was Wow-and that is my best description of Shirley was a 1947 graduate of Washburn High School. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1951 as an English Education major and taught high school in Spooner, Wisconsin for one year before her marriage to Roy in December 1951. Shirley and Roy celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on December 27, last year.

Shirley had a number of interests and several great loves: Gourmet cooking; Art needlework--a field in which she won national awards and served as an expert instructor; Bridge--especially duplicate. She had served on the board of the Women's Christian Association for many years and served as President of Dunwoody Hall as well. A private memorial service is planned. Memorials to the Minnesota Stroke Association are requested in lieu of flowers. Fritts, Michael Ray Passed away on March 10, 2012 with his wife and daughter at his side.

Mike was born to Elizabeth and James Fritts, Jr. in Kansas City, Missouri on October 28, 1947. Mike married Eileen Willoughby on September 18, 1976. Their family was complete with the birth of their daughter, Alexandra Mary. He loved spending time with Eileen and Alexandra and kept an ongoing joke with his British bride that the revolution was not yet resolved! Mike enjoyed his career as a computer analyst.

Mike was preceded in death by his father, James Fritts, Jr. Mike is survived by his wife Eileen, his daughter Alexandra, mother Elizabeth Fritts, brother James Gary Fritts, sister Deborah Fritts (Ross) Nager, brother-in-law John Willoughby and extended family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 680 Mill Street, Excelsior, with visitation one hour prior to Mass at CHURCH. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a Mass for Mike can be given or donations made to The Frauenshuh Cancer Center, 3931 Louisiana Ave. South, St. Louis Park, MN 55426. Mike demonstrated a valiant determination in his battle with cancer. Once again God has shown us that He only takes the very best.

Rest in peace Mike until we are together again. Huber Funeral Cremation Services Eden Prairie Chapel 952-949-4970 www.huberfunerals.com Hesketh, Roberta age 84, of Minnetonka. Preceded in death by her husband, James daughter, Judith Wylie and great- grandson, Tyler Saari. Survived by daughter, JoNell (Greg) Bakke of Grand Forks, ND; son, James (Cary) Hesketh of Minnetonka; grandchildren, Rebecca (Eric) Saari, Ralph, Matt (Melissa) and Eric Bakke, Brett and Troy Hesketh; great-grandchildren, Ethan and Austin Saari; sister, Phyllis (Bill) McGinley; brothers, Darrell (Joann) and Gordon (Pat) Henry. Visitation Sunday, 4-7 PM at the Washburn-McReavy Strobeck Johnson Chapel, 1400 Mainstreet, Hopkins.

Memorial Service Monday, 11 AM at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 3801 Wooddale St. Louis Park. Private interment, Dawn Valley Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to Judith Hesketh Wylie Memorial Fund, Duluth YMCA. www.Washburn-McReavy.com StrobeckJohnson Chapel 952.938.9020 Huber, John Thomas age 85 of Excelsior.

Born and raised in Buffalo, to Frank Katherine Huber. John worked in the soda fountain of his parents hotel, the Huber Hotel, in Buffalo, MN, during his youth. He served in the Navy on a mine sweeper during the 1940's. He then entered the University of Minnesota, School of Mortuary Science and graduated in 1948. With his wife Patricia (NEE-Malerich) they started their own funeral home in Excelsior in 1950.

John retired from funeral service in 1990. He maintained his Funeral Directors license from the state of Minnesota until the day he died, just in case he was needed around the funeral home. He was always willing to help out in any way during his senior years. John was active in the Excelsior area Chamber of Commerce and was proud of the fact that he helped develop the 2 public parking lots behind the mainstreet businesses during the 1950's. Was a former member of the Minnetonka School Board and was a cofounder of the Minnetonka Skipper Booster Club.

He was awarded the Excelsior Chamber's First-Ever, Person of the Year in 1983. He was also active in the Excelsior Rotary Club, having served all the offices and as its President in and was instrumental in helping to start the Mound Westonka Rotary Club in 1962. To this day, Rotarians in the Mound Westonka Club refer to John as the "Godfather" of the club. John served on the Minneapolis Aquatennial Committee for several years. John was awarded the WCCO Good Neighbor Award in 1983.

John served as Treasurer of the Minnesota Funeral Directors Association for more than 10 years and served as their President in 1980. John was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Catherine Huber in 1995, his first wife, Patricia M. in 1996, his daughter, Marguerite Huber in 2002, and his second wife, Patricia (Puhl) Huber in 2010. Survived by children, MaryPat Huber, John Huber Paul Huber Jane Huber Hellen; grandchildren, Jackie Jordan Hellen, Micaela, Lexy Olivia Huber Macy Huber. Mass of Christian Burial, Monday, March 19, 2012 at 11 AM at St.

John the Baptist Catholic Church, 680 Mill Street, Excelsior, (952-474-8868). Visitation will be on Sunday, March 18 from 4-7 PM at Huber Funeral Home, Excelsior Chapel, 520 Second Street, Excelsior. A Prayer Service will take place at 5 PM. Visitation will also be for one hour prior to the Mass on Monday at the church. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery, Shorewood.

After the interment, a luncheon reception will take place at the Bayview Event Center, 687 Excelsior Excelsior (952-474-1113). In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred, to be used for several charities that were close to John's heart. Huber Funeral Cremation Services Excelsior Chapel 952-474-9595 www.huberfunerals.com Johnston, Donn LeRay age 83 of NE Mpls, joined his lovely bride Frances on the next phase of their journey on March 16, 2012. They can finally have their last dance. A twinkle in his eyes and a smile on his lips was a sure sign he was up to mischief.

He will be greatly missed by his daughters, Cheryl, Donna, and Sandi; son-in-law, Dean; granddaughter, Hope; grandson, Shane, and his partners in crime, Tony (grandson), and Connor (great-grandson). A Seaman First Class, he entered the Navy in 1945 at a young age to help his country. He learned his trade as a machinist at Mpls Moline. When they moved he went to work for Toro. He worked the night shift with Toro so he could also work for the City of Minneapolis during the day, on road repair, driving snow plow and sanitation detail.

Memorial service 11 AM Thursday, March 22 with visitation 1 hour prior at the funeral chapel. Private interment. Memorials to Catholic Eldercare will be appreciated. If you have the urge for flowers, please plant those flowers in your garden. He loved roses.

www.Washburn-McReavy.com Hillside Chapel 612-781-1999 2610 19th Ave. N.E., Mpls Koepp, Robert V. Our dear Bob, age 60, of St. Paul, passed away on February 29. Family and friends will gather to remember him on March 24, at 2:00 PM at Mt.

Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Ave Mpls. Kok, Barbara J. Age 63, of Coon Rapids. Preceded in death by parents, brother Dennis Urness, niece Sheila, stepdaughter Michelle. Survived by husband Robert; children Eric, Desiree Bunker (Ryan); stepchildren, Dale (Missy), Kimberly Cotton; 4 grandchildren; 9 step-grandchildren; siblings, Gloria Lyttle (Bill), Ronald Urness, Sharon Ducharme (Tim), Cindy Labrie (Randy); many other family members and friends.

Visitation Sunday, from 4-8 PM, Gearhart Funeral Home, 11275 Foley Blvd. NW, Coon Rapids (763-755-6300). Funeral Monday, at 11 AM, Oak Park Community Church, 12050 Aberdeen St. NE, Blaine with additional visitation 1 hour prior. Interment Morningside Memorial Gardens.

www.gearhartfuneralhome.com Hester, James Henry age 95, of Minneapolis, died March 15, 2012. He was born in Millican, Texas in 1916 to James Hester Sr. and Josephine Hester. He attended school in Navasota, Texas until his father died, forcing him to drop out of school and go to work on the family farm. He later married and moved to Minnesota in 1943 in search of job opportunities.

After working at various businesses he was able to secure employment with Onan Manufacturing Corporation where he worked for 40 years until his retirement at age 65 in 1981. James leaves to cherish his memories his sons, James (Esther) Hester, Michael Diehl, Bill (Nancy) Hester; daughters, Helen Hester, Dorothy Green, Jay (Sam) Payne and his very special younger sister, Jessie Smith. James also leaves behind a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, wonderful neighbors and friends. James was preceded in death by parents, James and Josephine Hester; siblings, Elizabeth (Bessie) Hester, Hilliard Hester, Sam Hester, Touch Arthur Hester, L.C. Hester, Albert Hester, Donna Hester, Willie Mae Millican, Maymie Hester; children, Betty Hester, Walter Hester, Kenneth Diehl, Melanie Wade; great- grandchild, Larenzo Hester.

Interment Crystal Lake Cemetery. Funeral Service 12 Noon Wednesday, March 21, 2012, with visitation one hour prior to service all at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Crystal Lake Chapel 612-521-3677 Penn Dowling Avenues N. Kafka, Roland P. age 86, of New Brighton, passed away on March 16, 2012 nine days after his loving wife of 64 years, Avis. Preceded in death by parents, Jacob Myrtle; sister, Doris Larson.

He will be deeply missed by his children, Wayne (Linda), Linda (Rick) Muenchow, Kathy Leners; grandchildren, Matthew, Kari, Paul, Katie, Megan, Shannon; many relatives and good friends. Private interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Cremation Society of Minnesota Brooklyn Park 763-560-3100 Kopel, Stephen J. age 64, of Rosemount, passed away suddenly on March 16. Full notice to follow.

White Funeral Home Apple Valley 952-432-2001 www.whitefuneralhomes.com Kubinski, John Thomas "JT" Passed away at his home in Bonita Springs, FL on March 14, 2012, with his loving wife Ruth by his side. He was born July 4, 1938 in Minneapolis, MN. He was a longtime resident of Golden Valley, MN and Bonita Springs, FL An avid sportsman, an athlete, a gambler, and a businessman; he traveled the world with wife Ruthie by his side. Some of John's greatest joy came from sharing life's riches with others. Numerous friends and family members were treated to experiences, that without JT, they would have never enjoyed.

John is survived by Ruth his wife of 48 years; son, Thomas (Kathryn) Kubinski; daughters, Lisa (Roger) Saline and Kristin (Ryan) Thomas; 11 grandchildren; sister, Mary Ann (Darwin) DeRosier; and many relatives and friends who will always remember him. All those who knew John and were touched by his enthusiasm, generosity, kindness and love of life are invited to join in a celebration of life on Sunday, March 25th at Golden Valley Country Club from 11-2 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be given to Peyton's Promise, an adoption initiative started by John, Ruth, Lisa and Roger. Peyton's Promise, 11101 Zealand Ave Champlin, MN 55316 or www.PeytonsPromise.net Gager, Kenneth A. Age 64, of Denver, CO.

Passed away on February 16, 2012. Memorial service 2 PM Wednesday, March 21st at the Minnesota Vet's Home at the Chapel of Peace, 5101 Minnehaha Ave Minneapolis. Kane, Jean Ann (Hogan) Jean Ann Kane was born July 7, 1935 in Aberdeen, South Dakota to Arthur and Magdalene Hogan. She attended schools in Aberdeen. She graduated as an RN from South Dakota State College.

She married Martin M. Kane in 1959. Jean died peacefully surrounded by family at her home on Friday, March 9, 2012. She is survived by children Elizabeth Kane, Sean Kane, Sheila Kane, Martin (Dawn) Kane, Carolyn Kane; grandchildren Rachel, Nicholas, Bobby, Brian, Hunter, Maeve, Matt; brother Brian (Jamie Schwingel) Hogan; many nieces and nephews. Jean is preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Magdalene (Frison) Hogan, sister Sheila McKay, and brother Bart Hogan.

A Celebration of Life memorial visitation for family and friends is planned for April 19, 2012 from 12-5 p.m. at Lebanon Hills Retreat Center located at 5121 McAndrews Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124. Funeral Cremation Svc. Swanson Chapel-Pine City 320-629-3120 funeralandcremationservice.com Gall, Wilfrid S. age 78 of St.

Louis Park. Full notice later. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Strobeck Johnson 952 938-9020 Grivna, Evelyn P. age 99, of Cokato, MN, formerly of Mpls, MN. Preceded in death by parents; husband, John; two brothers and one sister.

Survived by sister, Marian Peterson, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral service Tuesday, at 2:00 PM at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 4656 Colfax Ave. Mpls, MN 55412. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at the church. Interment, St.

Orthodox Cemetery. www.Washburn-McReavy.com Swanson Chapel 612-529-9691 Finley, Patrick Joseph Loving father and grandfather, age 80, of Richfield, formerly of Bloomington, passed away peacefully March 10, 2012. Survived by former wife, Ina Finley; children, Marie (Lou) Zuniga, Patrice (Mike) Evans, Mike Finley, Kevin (Julie) Finley, Heather (Mike) Schwanz and Heidi (Paul) McEllis- trem; 17 grandchildren; sister, Helen (Richard) Graves; loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation 5 PM, Celebration of Life 6 PM March 21 at Cremation Society of MN, 7110 France Ave. Edina (952-924-4100).

Memorials preferred to Meals on Wheels. Hansen, Robert L. Age 78, of Chanhassen, MN. Passed away March 13, 2012. Worked at Western National for 33 years.

Survived by wife, Elva; children, Curt (Katy) Hansen; Lovey (Eric) Christenson; grandchildren, Jake and Lexie Christenson, Christina Hansen; sister, Nan (Roy) Olson. Celebration of Life will be from 4-6 PM on Tuesday, March 20th at the American Legion Post 580, 290 Lake Drive East, Chanhassen, 55317. Hiljus, Sherman A. age 93, of Columbia Heights, died Jan. 11, 2012.

Preceded in death by wife, Louise; and sons, Dennis and Darrell. Survived by grandson, Craig; great-granddaughter, Haley; sister, Joyce (Bob) Becklin; daughters- in-law, Glenda and Marianne. Interment Hillside. Memorial service 11 AM Tuesday, March 20, 2012 with a gathering one hour prior, all at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Hillside Chapel 612-781-1999 2610 19th Ave NE Johnson, Gary L. Age 79 of St.

Francis. Died 3-12-2012. Survived by wife, Carol; 4 children, Teri (Herman) Cruz of Texas, David (Brenda) Johnson of Zimmerman, Tami (Mark) Brue of East Bethel, Douglas (Jackie) Johnson of Cambridge; 4 grandchildren, Bradley (Beth) Peterson, Daniel (Gina) Peterson, Kayla and Aimee Brue; step- grandchildren, Jenny (Tim) McClain, Ray (Traci) Luniewski, Marcus (Brittney) Luniewski; 14 great-grandchildren. Retired for Anoka-Hennepin School District. Memorial service 11 A.M.

Monday, March 19, 2012 at Oak Haven Church in Ham Lake (1555 Constance Blvd. NE). Visitation 2 hours prior to the service at church. Strike Funeral Home Isanti 763-444-5212 strikefuneral.com Kuether, William C. "Billy" Age 58 of Fridley Blaine, MN.

Born April 9, 1953 in Mpls, taken from us unexpectedly this Thursday, March 15, 2012. The heavens no doubt have a new inspirer. Survived by parents, William B. "Bud" June Kuether; siblings, David John (Bobbi) Kuether Sara Kuether; children William M. "Bill" Kuether Kristen Kuether; grandson, William A.

"Will" Kuether who is now 2 The most loving and generous man we've ever known. Dad was as much a role model as he was a best friend. Always quick witted with one liners to spare. Dad's life was in and of itself a celebration of life. As a friend recently put it, "the best poker, the best golf, and the best of times." To all who knew him, please give us your prayers.

Dad passed away much too young by any measure and leaves behind a legacy that is definitely one tough act to follow. We will miss you Dad. Inurn- ment Sunset Memorial Park. A Memorial Gathering will be held on March 21, from 10 AM-12 PM with a formal time of sharing at 11AM, all at: www.Washburn-McReavy.com Hillside Chapel 612-781-1999 2610 19th Ave. N.E., Mpls Keegan, Sheila H.

age 49, of Richfield, MN passed away of complications from lymphoma March 8, 2012. She was preceded in death by parents, Jim and Marge. Survived by sister, Maureen; aunt, Maureen Dodge (Marv); cousins, Marty Dodge (Faith) family; Maura Gaare (Ron) family; Brian Dodge (Susan) family; Nathan Dodge and son, Anthony; boyfriend, Roger Wysong; close friends, Steve Adams and Krissy Edling, and many other friends and relatives. Memorial service will be held at 1 PM Tuesday, March 16, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 13901 Fairview Drive, Burnsville 55337. Visitation at noon.

A Celebration of will be held on Sunday, April 22 at the Richfield American Legion. Cremation Society of MN 952-924-4100.