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Miriam 'Mim' (Seagren) Olson

Miriam (Mim) Olson passed away suddenly on Sunday afternoon, May 12, 2024 (Mother's Day), with her son, Kurt, holding her hand. Mim was always smiling and had a fun, engaging way about her. She was an outgoing, joyous person who was well-loved. She will be missed by many.

Mim was born in 1928 in Chicago to a Swedish immigrant nurse mother and a Swedish Covenant minister. She grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where her father was a pastor. Mim's mother died of cancer when Mim was three, when her beloved young aunt came to care for Mim and her brother until her father remarried Mim's new mother. Mim moved to Minnesota in high school when her dad was called to the Covenant church in Buffalo. Mim attended North Park Junior College for two years and later graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor's degree in dental hygiene. She worked full-time as a dental hygienist until she had her first child and later resumed her career part-time until retirement. She worked for many years in the St. Anthony Park neighborhood of St. Paul. 

Through a Covenant Youth meeting in Colorado, Mim met Elwyn Olson, who later became a mechanical engineer with Honeywell.  Married in 1951, they made their home in Roseville, MN and had three children: Sally, Tim, and Kurt. They attended First Covenant Church of  Minneapolis until retirement, when they changed to Salem Covenant Church of New Brighton. Their family grew to include six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. El died of cancer in 1998, so Mim had many years without him.

Mim enjoyed numerous activities. She was a singer who sang in several choirs. Mim started running in her 40s and won her age category in a few races. She enjoyed waterskiing until she was 80 and always relished family time at the “Stuga” (cabin) in Crosslake, MN. Because her mother was a Swedish immigrant who died young, Mim was inspired to become involved with the American Swedish Institute, where she served on the board for several years. 

Mim moved to Covenant Living of Golden Valley in 2012, where she enjoyed her last years living independently with some caregiving help. 

Mim's memorial service will be held at 11 AM on June 10 at Salem Covenant Church, 2655 5th St. NW, New Brighton, MN. There will be a visitation with the family one hour before the service. Memorials preferred to Covenant Living Golden Valley or the American Swedish Institute. There will be a private family burial at Fort Snelling National Cemetery with her beloved husband, El. Washburn-McReavy Funeral and Cremation Services handled logistics.


Timothy John Pabst

Pabst, Timothy John Age 71 of Marine on St. Croix. Died unexpectedly May 25th, 2024. Tim grew up on the East Side of St. Paul, the third of five children of his loving parents, Hank and Kay. He attended high school at St. Thomas Academy, earned his bachelor's degree in history as well as a master's degree in school psychology at the University of Minnesota, and graduated from the University of Iowa College of Law. Tim had a long and distinguished career as an attorney, dedicating more than thirty years to Leonard, Street and Deinard (later Stinson). There, he practiced corporate and trust and estate law, and served as member of the firm's Board of Directors and as Business Division Chair from 2002 to 2011. Throughout his time at the firm, Tim was a leader, mentor, and consistent friend. We will remember Tim most vividly for his spirit, his goofy sense of humor, and his unwavering devotion to those he loved. We respected his intellect and his integrity: many friends have reflected that he always did the right thing. He was a passionate supporter of the arts, an outdoorsman, a horse-racing enthusiast, a hockey fan, a golfer, a jokester, a dad, and a Papa. At his core, Tim was a relationship guy, appreciating every exchange, big and small, and every opportunity to connect. We trusted him and we were so proud of him. Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Kathryn. He is survived by his daughter, Elizabeth (Michael Apers); son, Anthony "Killy" (Signe Steiner); granddaughter and light of his world, Tess; siblings, Hank, Mary Kay, Teri, and Julie; Dana Lindsay; and significant other, Terri Johnson. Many of us were lucky to call him an uncle, a godfather, a cousin, a neighbor, and a friend. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, June 6th, 2024, with visitation 8:30-10:00 AM, all at the Church of the Assumption, 51 7th St. W, St. Paul. Private family interment at Oakland Cemetery, Marine on St. Croix. Should you wish to honor Tim by contributing to a cause near and dear to him, memorials may be made in his name to Children's Minnesota at give.childrensmn.org O'Halloran and Murphy 651-698-0796


Teresa Christine Fleming 'Terri' Parker

Parker, Teresa Christine Fleming "Terri" Mother, Grandma, Sister, Aunt, Friend, Partner. She is missed beyond words, beyond measure, beyond this Earth. Please be encouraged to wear whatever color you feel best acknowledges my mom. A Celebration of Terri's life will be held 2:00 pm Thursday, June 6, 2024 (Visitation one hour prior) at Washburn-McReavy St. Paul Chapel, 536 Snelling Ave N., St. Paul. Washburn-McReavy.com Holcomb-Henry-Boom-Purcell 651-646-2844


David L. Paron

Paron, David L. age 76, of Isanti, MN, passed away on Feb 16, 2024. Son of August and Josephine Paron, both deceased. Survived by his daughters, Cassandra and Rachel; siblings Mary Jo & Al Koering, John & Carolyn, Greg & Jean, Larry & Kathy, and Joan & Rob Burman. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Mass at 11:00 AM at St. Michael's Catholic Church, 611 Third St S, Stillwater, MN 55082. Lunch following service. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery with Military Honors on June 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM. washburn-mcreavy.com


Carol Ann (Armstrong) Pass

Pass, Carol Ann (Armstrong) Minneapolis lost a powerhouse on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 when Carol Ann Armstrong Pass died. Born to Robert and Jeanne (Thurber) Armstrong on Aug. 30, 1942 in Minneapolis, she graduated from Mound High School. She taught philosophy at the U of M, Bethel, and Augsburg. Carol married Brad Pass on Dec. 18, 1971, and dedicated herself to raising two sons. She served on the East Phillips Improvement Coalition (20 years president), and co-founded the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute/Roof Depot project. Survived by: husband Bradley Pass; siblings John Armstrong and Patricia Armstrong; children Gabriel (Amy) Pass, Daniel (Laurel) Pass; and five grandchildren. Celebration of life Sunday, June 9, 1pm, East Phillips Cultural and Community Center. Arrangements Cremation Society of MN. In lieu of flowers, donations to East Phillips Neighborhood Institute.


Bruce Richard Paulson

Paulson, Bruce Richard age 71, died from Covid March 29, 2024. He is survived by his wife Wendy (Norling), daughters Leigh Hebel (Scott) and Paige Robinson (Ryan), granddaughters Liv, Reese and Riley, brother Art Paulson (Sue) and Donna Norling. He was preceded by parents Curtis and Inez. He was born and raised in Osceola WI, lived in Minnetonka MN for 40 years and retired to Vernon Hills IL in 2022. Bruce started Closets Plus in 1985, working personally with every builder and homeowner and was proud of its continuing success after he retired. He loved weekends at the cabin, family ski trips, and Copper Mt CO. He and Wendy enjoyed hosting holidays and parties together for 44 years, and rarely missed a reunion or annual Lutefisk dinner. His photography preserves their precious memories of canoeing, wilderness camping, bicycling, riding his Harley, gardening, and countless sunny days on Lake Minnetonka. Bruce was an easy-going, happy man who cherished his family and friends. We will celebrate his life on Saturday, June 22 at West Immanuel Lutheran Church 447 180th St. Osceola, WI 54020. Visitation 10am, funeral 11am with lunch and stories following. Memorials will go to the Chicago Botanic Garden chicagobotanic.org/donate/tribute


Patrick F. Pavelko

It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Patrick in his home in Chanhassen, after a long and courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his family on May 23, 2024, at the age of 72.

Pat was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on April 5, 1952, the son of Stephen and Frances Pavelko. Pat grew up in a loving home with his brothers: Steve, Jr. and Mark, and his sister: Sharon. Much of Pat’s childhood revolved around sports. So much so that he and his brothers would play basketball in an alley in the winter, and would go back inside to run the basketball under warm water just so that the ball would bounce higher, so they could play longer.

Pat attended St. Joan of Ark Elementary School, DeLaSalle High School, and the University of St. Thomas. He was especially grateful for his catholic education, and he was extremely thankful for all the wonderful friends he made during his school years.

Pat was a standout athlete in high school and college. At DeLaSalle, Pat played quarterback on the football team, point guard on the basketball team, and shortstop on the baseball team. He was a natural leader who his teammates gravitated towards. During his senior year of high school, Pat led the football team to a 7-1 record and was named All-Conference Honorable Mention. In 2021, Pat was inducted into the DeLaSalle Athletics Hall of Fame.

At St. Thomas, Pat was the star quarterback of the football team. In 1974, Pat led the Tommies to a tie for the MIAC Championship. Pat used to joke that a Minnesota Vikings scout came to watch one of his practices. After the scout clocked his 40-yard dash time, Pat never heard from the scout again.

After school, Pat stayed involved in sports through coaching. Pat coached football at Edina West High School, where he helped the team win the State Championship in 1978. He also coached football at Eden Prairie High School, where he helped the team win the State Championship in 2000.

Pat’s favorite coaching memories, however, came from coaching his children. First, there was Sarah. Frustrated that middle school girls often cried during his basketball practices, his wife, Kathy, had to remind Pat that, for some girls, practice was more about the social aspect than the competition. Next, was Michael. In addition to coaching Mike in basketball, Pat’s favorite coaching years occurred when Michael played football at Eden Prairie. Some of Pat’s favorite memories were spending late Friday nights watching Kare 11 Prep Sports Extra Highlights and breaking down film for next week's opponent. Finally, John. Probably with some of his best coaching, Pat coached a ragtag bunch of middle schoolers from St. Hubert into a polished basketball team that could still run the “green” and “white” offense to this day.

In addition to coaching, Pat worked at Emery Worldwide and Lakeshore Equipment. However, his most important job was being Mr. Mom. Some of Pat’s best work as a Dad came when Mom was flying on a trip.  There were countless times where Kathy would come home from a trip and, for example, Dad had ripped out the carpet in John’s bedroom so the boys could dribble a basketball better on hardwood floor. Or the time Mom went on a three-day trip and Pat had a basketball court built in the backyard. Usually a few hours before Mom got home on a trip, Dad would always say to Sarah, Mike, and John, “Okay kids, time to put the house back together!”

Pat was happily married to his wife, Kathy, for 35 years. Always the romantic, Pat usually thought date night meant taking Kathy to a sporting event. On their first date, Pat took Kathy to a Minnesota Twins game. Kathy says she should have known what she was getting into from the beginning! One year, for their anniversary, Kathy wanted to go to Nantucket. After one day, Pat got bored, so he brought Kathy down to Boston for a Red Sox game—where she ate a hotdog at the ballpark for their anniversary dinner. Despite his propensity for sports, Pat and Kathy had a long, loving marriage filled with many wonderful smiles, laughs, and memories.

Holidays were always a special time for Pat. On the Fourth of July, Pat would hype everyone up for a big whiffle ball game. Family and friends—even random kids from the neighborhood—would all gather in the backyard to listen to Pat hoot and holler as he whizzed whiffle balls to home plate. During Thanksgiving and Christmas, after the table was cleared, Pat could be found dealing cards for the infamous “Screw Your Neighbor” game. Affectionately known as “Pat the Cheater,” he often refused to shuffle the cards in an effort to speed up the game, yet he had a way of sending Aces to the far end of the table, while keeping the best card, The King, for himself.

When not coaching, working, or taking care of his kids, Pat could be found on the golf course. Pat enjoyed golfing with his friends at Hiawatha, Dwan, Bearpath, Minnetonka Country Club, Chaska Town Course, and anywhere “America’s Guest” was invited. The leader and organizer of the “Braggers Cup,” he gathered many of his friends on an annual basis to share laughs and memories on the golf course for a few days in Northern Minnesota every fall. His favorite golf group, however, was his family. He spent countless hours on the course, range, and putting green with Sarah, Mike, and John—and even convinced Kathy to play with him every now and then.

While watching this most recent PGA Championship on TV with John, Pat recalled two of his most memorable rounds of golf. First, was his best round ever: an even par 72 at Minnetonka Country Club. He played with John and his good friend, Ed Morimoto, who he claimed he took for “hundreds” that day. Second, was the last time he beat John. He knew the exact round: “Interlachen. John was going into college. He shot 79. I shot 78.” Even on his death bed, Pat was chirping.

In his later years, Pat cherished being a grandfather to Matthew, Tommy, Sophia, and Will. Affectionately known as “Pappy,” he loved playing card games like “SlapJack” with Matthew and Tommy, playing the board game “Hi-Ho-Cherry-O” with his “girl” Sophia, and quacking like a duck with Will.

For the last twelve years of his life, Pat put up a valiant fight against cancer. He was especially thankful and appreciative of the doctors, nurses and staff at Ridgeview Hospital in Waconia, his oncologist Dr. Hugec, and, most importantly, his urologist, Dr. Eugene Kwon. Without Dr. Kwon, Pat would have never lived as long as he did while battling cancer. Pat’s family is forever grateful to Dr. Kwon.

Simply put, Pat’s energy was electric, and his positive attitude was contagious. His children often joked that when they went out in public, “If Dad didn’t know you, he’d get to know you.” It did not matter whether Pat was mad, sick, or feeling down, when asked how he was doing he would respond with his patented, “Top of the World!” He had an uncanny ability to make everyone feel welcome. Pat was a wonderful husband, brother, father, grandfather, and friend. He loved, and was loved by, so many. He will be dearly missed.


Thomas George Pearson

Pearson, Thomas George Born in Radcliffe, Iowa on June 21,1927; passed away peacefully on May 22, in Mission Viejo, California. Tom was the elder of two sons born to Joella and Chester Pearson. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Jean, his parents, brother Roger, and son-in-law Buz Dahl. Tom graduated from high school in 1945 and enlisted in the United States Navy during WW II, spending 18 months in uniform. After the war he enrolled at Iowa State Teachers College (University of Northern Iowa) and graduated with a degree in Biology and minors in Math and Physical Education in 1950. He later earned his Masters degree at the University of Minnesota. Upon graduation Tom took a teaching job in Rockwell City, IA. He taught math and science, and coached football, basketball, and track for four years before he accepted a teaching position with the Department of Defense. For the next 7 years he taught in Army Dependent schools in Japan, France, and Germany. He continued coaching and his basketball, football, and track teams all experienced success at various All-European Championship competitions. Tom met his beloved wife Jean in Wurzburg, Germany and they married in 1959. Returning to the US in 1961, Tom taught and coached at Anoka High School where he held various athletic department positions for the next several years. Named Athletic Director in 1967 he remained in this post until his retirement in 1987. Tom was a passionate supporter of athletics and his efforts to grow and promote sports were a hallmark of his career. One of his most important accomplishments was the inauguration of girls' sports at Anoka High School. Under his auspices the Tornado athletic offerings grew to 27 sports. Tom also did all the scheduling of athletic contests for the entire North Suburban Conference. He hosted events at the Anoka Fieldhouse such as the earliest girls' state tournaments in both Volleyball and Gymnastics. In 1972 elite level wrestling arrived in Anoka with matches between the US and the USSR. Contestants included Olympic medalists from both nations. Following his retirement in 1987 Tom established the Tom Pearson Scholarship Fund which honors student athletes seeking to pursue a career in education. Tom was beloved and his achievements were well recognized. He was named Alumnus of Distinction from the University of Minnesota; an inaugural inductee in the Anoka High School Hall of Fame; an honorary member of the Anoka Athletic Alumni Club and chosen as Grand Marshall for the Anoka Halloween Parade (1987). Tom is survived by daughter Carol Dahl of Ramsey; son Bob Pearson (Maureen) of Dana Point, CA; grandchildren Joelle (John Crannick); Tori (Jerome Dahlgreen); Duncan Dahl (Mallory Chabre) and great-granddaughter Everly Crannick. A Service of Christian burial will be held at Zion Lutheran Church, 1601 South Fourth Avenue, Anoka, Minnesota 55303 on Saturday, June 8. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am and service at 11:00 am. Funeral service will also be live-streamed at

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Immediately following the service, a meal will be available in Fellowship Hall for attendees. A Private interment service will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Tom's name to: Anoka High School - Tom Pearson scholarship fund (3939 North 7th Avenue, Anoka, MN 55303) or Zion Lutheran Church, Anoka, MN. zionanoka.org

Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka,

763-421-0220

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Dr. Ronald G. Perrier

Perrier, Dr. Ronald G. Formerly of St. Cloud and Minneapolis. Born February 10, 1940, passed away peacefully in his sleep May 15, 2024, from Alzheimer's disease. Predeceased by parents, Alfred and Lorraine; brother, James (Sandra); sisters, Patricia Grogan (Maurice) and Sandra Meister-Greeder (Tom). Survived by sisters, Lori Magne (Mike) and Denese Gomez (Carlos), many nieces and nephews. Ron's love for education began in a one room schoolhouse in Withrow, MN before graduating from Stillwater High School in 1958. He graduated from U.W. River Falls in 1962 with a B.S. in Secondary Education/Speech/Theatre and English; M.A. U of M 1968/Speech/ Oral Interpretation and Theatre Arts. Ph. D U of M 1972 Theatre Arts (Theatre History/Dramatic Literature.) His Doctoral Dissertation title: A Study of the Dramatic works of Tennessee Williams. Ron's teaching career spanned 40 years. He directed seventy theatre productions at senior high school, community college, University and Community Theatre levels. He also authored numerous books including workbooks for his large group classes. Ron taught for 27 years at St. Cloud State University until his retirement in 2002 with the distinguished title of Professor Emeritus. In his four decades of teaching, Ron was also a mentor to many of his students. Over his years of teaching, he had about 50,000 students! "He lived his life" -Oedipus A celebration of Ron's life will be on Saturday, June 8th, 2024, at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater, MN. There will be a time of sharing from 2:00-3:00 PM with a luncheon to follow. The family would like to thank the staff at Boutwell's Landing at the Arbor and Hospice for their compassion and caring for Ron. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Alzheimer's Research. "Good night, Sweet Prince; and may flights of angels sing thee to thy rest!" -Wm. Shakespeare Bradshaw - 651-439-5511 bradshawfuneral.com


Sheila A. Peterson

Peterson, Sheila A. of Edina, MN passed away on April 17 with family and friends at her side. She was born on June 12, 1938 in Kankakee, IL to Glenn and Jeannette Raymond. She grew up in Watseka, IL where an elementary school is named after her father. She is survived by husband John, sons Dean and Glenn (Julie), granddaughter Olivia, brother Jack and sister Paula. Preceded in death by parents Glenn and Jeannette Raymond, brother Paul and infant twins. Sheila was a thoughtful, caring, and loving wife, mother and grandmother who made every gathering a special occasion. She enjoyed traveling, working on puzzles, reading books, playing the piano, reminiscing about days "on the farm", and spending time at Maple Lake. Sheila took great pride in being a Registered Nurse. She graduated from St Mary's School of Nursing in Rochester in 1959 then worked as an OR Nurse at the University of Minnesota and often shared stories of being there during the years of Doctors Wangensteen and Lillehei. A celebration of Sheila's life will be held on Saturday, June 15th from 2:00 to 5:00pm at the Cremation Society of Minnesota in Edina, MN.


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