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Gary Herman Rudnitski

Rudnitski, Gary Herman Age 75, of Bloomington, MN, passed away December 25, 2023 at Fairview Southdale Hospital of natural causes. He was preceded in death by his parents Herman and Rose Rudnitski, brother Roger Rudnitski and sister Arlene Zulawski. Survived by his wife of 50 years Margaret (Peggy) Rudnitski and two children Amy & Dan Rudnitski, brother Dan Rudnitski and wife Linda. Memorial gathering June 29, 2024 1-5 at 8100 Stevens Ave S., Bloomington MN 55420. RSVP Peggy (call/text). cremationsocietyofmn.com


Janet Fay (Sommerland) Sabes

Sabes, Janet Fay (née Sommerland) age 83, of Wayzata, was born on February 17, 1941, and passed on May 15, 2024. She will be remembered for her devotion, kindness, and love as a wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend throughout her entire life. Anyone lucky enough to know Janet knew they were with someone special. She was beautiful and intelligent, and she possessed strength and kindness that were as uncommon as unconditional. Janet grew up in South Minneapolis, attending Roosevelt High School, where she described herself as "pretty normal." However, that's not what anyone else saw; they saw someone extraordinary. So, too, did her soon-to-be boyfriend and then-husband, Bob Sabes, when she caught his eye at the Porky's Drive-In on Lake Street. Janet attended the University of Minnesota, where she found Bob waiting outside her classroom, seeking his first date. Janet and Bob married on April 15, 1966, and soon had three sons, Jon, Steven, and Ross. While raising her family, Janet embraced and hosted her extended family, welcoming everyone with love and kindness. Athletic and strong, she started playing tennis when she wasn't busy raising her boys or helping Bob with his entrepreneurial ventures. She won the over-35 Minnesota State Doubles Championship in 1982 and the over-45 National Doubles Championship in 1987. Later, when her boys had grown up, she decided to learn how to play golf, quickly becoming one of her age's top local women's golfers. Janet described her life as fulfilled and incredible, always including an ode to Dr. Seuss's "Oh the Places You'll Go!", referencing the five years she and Bob spent traveling the globe in their floating condominium on "The World" and spending time at their homes in Wayzata, Palm Springs, and Las Vegas. She always expressed feelings of love, kindness, and gratitude to the individuals who touched her life, going out of her way to make everyone she touched feel special because she believed they were. However, the capstone of Janet's life was her family and grandchildren, which she valued above all else. She will be dearly missed by all those who knew and survive her. May she rest in peace for eternity. Janet is survived by her husband, Bob; sons Jon (Kristine), Steven (Maggie O'Gara), and Ross (Dawn); grandchildren, Jackson, Brooke, Lauren, Hanah, Morgan, Joe, Natalie, and Kelsey Sherer; sister-in-law, Raliegh Boukather; and an extended network of family and friends, all of whom will miss the bright joy and happiness she brought into their lives. She is preceded in death by her parents, Gordon and Mabel Sommerland; sisters, Karen Bush and Sandra; brother, Gary; parents-in-law, Moe and Esther Sabes; and an extended network of family and friends she loved and cared for. Funeral service 1:00 pm SUNDAY, May 19th at ADATH JESHURUN CONGREGATION, 10500 Hillside Lane West, Minnetonka. SHIVA 7:00 pm Sunday at Adath Jeshurun Congregation. Funeral is also available via livestream at: hodroffs.com/…. Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234 hodroffepstein.com


Gianna Grace Samountry

Samountry Gianna Grace With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved daughter Gianna Grace Samountry, age 16, of Apple Valley, MN who departed from this world on Sunday, May 12, 2024. Preceded in death by grandmother Marjorie Phipps and grandfather Phay Samountry. Survived by parents Tom and Jennifer Samountry, sister Makayla, and brothers Logan, Caleb, and Aidan, grandfather Douglas Phipps, step- grandmother Marlene Phipps and grandmother Somang Samountry. We would like to extend our thanks to the remarkable doctors and nurses at Minnesota Children's Hospital and to our home health nurses whose compassion and love for Gianna will always be remembered. Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Nativity of our Lord Catholic church, 1938 Stanford Ave., St. Paul. Visitation 1 hour prior to Mass at church. O'Halloran & Murphy 651-698-0796 ohalloranmurphy.com


Genevieve Grace (Gilpin) Schentzel

Schentzel, Genevieve Grace (Gilpin) age 99, of Edina, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2024. Preceded in death by husband, Edward and son, Keith. Survived by daughter, Joanne. Also survived by many cousins. Gen was born in Tracy, MN, where she lived until leaving for Minneapolis where she attended the University of MN studying Journalism and later in life earning her master's degree. She met Edward Schentzel and they married May 29, 1949. They had two children, Keith and Joanne. Gen taught first grade in both St. Cloud and Eden Prairie, MN. During her life she and Edward traveled to many places around the world. Some of their favorites were Europe (several times), Australia, Panama Canal, South America and every state in the USA. She loved spending time in Naples, FL at the family condo. She also enjoyed playing cards, gardening and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of Christ Presbyterian Church in Edina. Gen also enjoyed being a member of Jaycees, Martha's Circle, Lioness, Minnesota Christmas Tree Growers, Edina Women's Club, Edynamos. Gen was the best Mom - kind, strong, smart, beautiful and always smiling. Everyone loved her. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, 1-3pm at Washburn-McReavy, Edina Chapel Memorials to donor's choice. Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996 West 50th St. & Hwy 100


Shirley E. Schiestl

Schiestl, Shirley E. Age 90, of Golden Valley, MN, born on Nov 22, 1933, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 12, 2024. Preceded in death by parents John and Ida Warren, husband Lee, brothers John "Jack" Warren and Harold "Wally" Warren, and sisters Eleanor LeDell, Joyce Luttinen, Lois O'Dovero, JoAnn Kivi and Mary Kivi. Survived by sister Susan Wiener and brother Robert "Bub" Warren. Shirl, born in Highbridge WI, loved time with family, staying at the caboose-cabin in WI and the lake-cabin in MN, playing scrabble and enjoying her Snow White collection. Survived by: sons Randy (Barb) and Dale (Carol) and daughters Jan (Dan) Arbogast and Linda (John) Otto-Wilke. 10 grandchildren: Jen (Adam), Brent (Beth), Sarah (Chad), Jill (Dale), Jackie (Troy), Bryan (Mary), Joe, Brad (Ana), Alex (Mallory) and Max. 12 great grandchildren: Stella (14), Frank (11), Corinne (9), Evan (7), Roland (11), Ira (9), Nash (2), Axel (1), Bailey (9), Carly (7), Ella (7) and Blake (4). Private graveside service at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. She will be greatly missed as mom, grandma and great-grandma, and will never be forgotten. Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000


Barbara Lynn Schommer

Schommer, Barbara Lynn passed away on March 11, 2024 at Mayo Clinic, Rochester MN. She was born on February 16, 1947, in Mitchell, SD to Gordon & Elsamarie (Nordquist) Thune. She graduated from Mitchell Senior High School in 1965. She graduated from Augustana College, Sioux Falls, SD with a BA in Nursing. She continued her education while working in the home health profession at the University of Minnesota where she earned her MS degree in nursing. Preceded in death by her husband, Tom Schommer; her parents, Gordon & Elsamarie Thune; & brother Ronald Thune. Barb is survived by her brothers, Gary Thune (Avis), James Thune (Jeanne) & David Thune (Corrine); cherished nieces, nephews, great-nieces & nephews; great-great nieces & nephews; her foster daughter, Thuy Lam & Thuy's two sons. Memorial service 11AM Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, (16515 Luther Way, Eden Prairie) with visitation at 10AM & lunch following. Interment at Fort Snelling 11:30AM Wednesday, June 5, 2024 evansnordby.com


Nancy L. Arnold Schuler

Schuler, Nancy L. Arnold was born in Park Rapids Minnesota, in 1947, and passed away April 12th 2024 at her home in Stony River assisted living in Ramsey Minnesota, after a long battle with Multiple System Atrophy. She is survived by her daughter Katherine Lawrence (Andrew Lange) of Ramsey Minnesota, Her brothers Mark Arnold, of Boynton Beach, Florida, and Todd Arnold of Anoka, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Willis (Willy) Schuler, father Lawrence (Bud) Arnold, her mother Margaret Edith Arnold, and her brothers Steven Chris and Gary Arnold. Nancy graduated from Anoka High School in 1965. She married Melvin Lawrence in 1970 and lived in Red Lake Minnesota. She attended Lane Community College in 1978, and Anoka Technical College from 1980 to 1982. She had diplomas in Construction Electrician and Electrical Design. She moved to Villard Minnesota in 1987 after marrying Willis Schuler. Together they moved to Spearfish South Dakota in 2004 and back to Villard in 2018 to be closer to her daughter, Katherine. Nancy enjoyed teaching Sunday school, crafting, sewing, and was a Master Gardener. Her faith in her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ sustained her.


George William 'Bill' Schumacher

Schumacher, George William "Bill" of Medina, MN age 88, passed away on May 9, 2024. Bill was born in Sioux Falls, SD on October 9, 1935. He graduated from the University of South Dakota and married Sally Winner in 1956. He spent many years in sales with Proctor and Gamble, Calgon, and Land O' Lakes. Preceded in death by parents George William and Meryl Schumacher, daughter Nancy Hillstrom, sister Mary Hackett, and son-in-law Allan O'Flanagan. Survived by wife Sally (Winner), son Steve (Pam), daughter Karen O'Flanagan, son Mike (LeAnne), eight grandchildren, two great grandsons, and many other loving relatives. A celebration of life will be held at Messiah Methodist 17805 County Road 6 in Plymouth on May 25, 2024 at 2:00 pm. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.


Michael John Sherman

Sherman, Michael John a 12-year resident of Naples, FL, passed away on May 8, 2024 at NCH/Baker Hospital, Naples due to liver failure, with his husband by his side, following several weeks in the hospital. Michael was born on October 3, 1952, in St. Paul, MN, and grew up in Bloomington, MN. He held an Associate degree from Normandale Community College in Bloomington, MN. A computer whiz, Michael mastered information technology with a specialty in fundraising software. He helped raise millions over 33 years for seven non-profit organizations until retiring in 2022. Michael is survived by his beloved husband, together for 41 years, C. Edwin Davis of Naples, FL; brother Joe, Bloomington, MN and sister Mary, Maple Grove, MN; niece Jennifer Kastel, Audubon, MN, nephews Tim Heggesteun, Detroit Lakes, MN and Dan Heggesteun, Dayton, MN and several cousins in MN; and sister-in-law Barbara Fodor, Naples, FL. Also mourning his loss are his Saturday Zoom meeting friends and his Sunday video game pals. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Arthur & Elaine (Tierney) Sherman; brother, Timothy; and sister, Colleen. Per his wishes, he will be cremated, and there will be no services. Contributions in Michael's memory may be made to Artistry Theater and Visual Arts (a nonprofit organization), 1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN 55431. Condolences: fullernaples.com


Robert A. 'Bob' Simning, III

Simning, Robert A., III "Bob" age 70 of Golden Valley, passed away peacefully on Wed., May 1, 2024. Bob was a kind and generous man, quick with a laugh and always available to help a friend. Bob was born in 1954 in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Cecelia (Menard) Simning. As a young man, Bob enjoyed hunting, fishing, and sports. He began wrestling in jr. high and continued until his graduation from Coon Rapids HS. After graduation, Bob joined the Air Force (1972-76). He was a member of the Aerospace Defense Command unit at Baudette, Minnesota Air Force Station in Baudette. As Airman First Class, Bob repaired electronic computer systems for the 692nd Radar Squadron - launching a lifelong career in software engineering. After his service, Bob married his childhood sweetheart Deborah (Deb) Comeau and settled in Robbinsdale, MN. They raised two sons, Brooks and Adam. Bob was a loving father, husband, and grandfather, and enjoyed family life. Bob was a lucky man to find love more than once in his lifetime. After Deb's passing, Bob married Karen Kirby, instantly became part of her large, welcoming family. Bob and Karen loved to travel, hitting the road and changing drivers with the landscape. At home they loved to garden, play games, and spent time with their grandchildren. Bob was a wonderful person and meant so much to so many. He will be missed dearly. Bob is survived by his wife Karen Kirby; son Adam (Inga), daughter-in-law Jennie (Brooks), step-son Tyler (Raven) Callender; grandchildren Kellen, Mira, Kai, Raiya, and Donovan; sisters Barbara (George) Gay and Beverly (Vince) Warhol. Bob was preceded in death by his wife Deborah Comeau, son Brooks (Jennie), parents Robert and Cecelia, and sister Patricia.


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