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Judith Audrey Christianson

Christianson, Judith Audrey Age 88, of Watkins, MN died on April 11th, 2024. Guestbook: wennerfuneralhome.com. Her funeral will be held at 11am, May 4, 2024 at the Chippewa Falls Lutheran Church in Terrace, MN.


Sandra Lee Eftefield

Eftefield, Sandra Lee age 87 of Anoka, formerly of Big Lake, passed away Friday, April 19, 2024. Born in Detroit Lakes on June 3, 1936. Preceded in death by husband, Duane Eftefield; daughter, Vicki Jo Sanford-Key; grandsons, Griffin and Jonah Sanford; stepdaughter, Charlene; and parents, Norman and Alice (Rasmussen) Courneya. Survived by children, Kathryn (Jon) Holmes, Thomas (Cindy) Sanford, Daniel (Marilyn) Sanford, Michael Sanford, David (Jennifer) Sanford, Steven Sanford; stepdaughters, Debra, Becky, Jennifer; 15 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and other family and friends. Memorial service Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at 11 AM, with visitation beginning at 10 AM, at Central Lutheran Church, 1103 School St NW, Elk River, MN. Family burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery in Detroit Lakes, MN. DaresFuneralHome.com Elk River, MN 763-441-1212


Dr. Allan Garvis

Garvis, Dr. Allan passed away peacefully at his home on April 23rd, 2024. With eighty-five years spent in this world, Allan leaves a wonderful legacy full of friends, family, and a large tribe of former patients. They are left with memories and smiles created by a man who had an artist's touch in personal relationships, a sense of humor that laughed with people and not at them, and the knowledge that he truly cared for them. His career as a dentist was marked by a large and growing practice that continued on that trajectory until his retirement. To this day, his name evokes warm smiles. Preceded in death by parents, Marvin and Sara; sister, Lonnie; and dearly departed wife, Idy. Survived by a large community of lifelong friends and family, including his son and daughter-in-law, Nate and Trissa Garvis; his beloved granddaughters, Ivy and Violet; and his ex-wife, Audra, who remained a close and loving friend until his death. Funeral service 1:30 pm SUNDAY, April 28th, at TEMPLE ISRAEL, 2323 Fremont Ave. S., Minneapolis, with burial following at MINNEAPOLIS JEWISH CEMETERY, 7032 Penn Ave. S., Richfield. Funeral service available on Zoom at hodroffs.com/… Gathering of family and friends 6:00 pm Sunday at Temple Israel. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials be sent to a charity of the donor's choice in memory of his loving spirit Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234 hodroffepstein.com


Julie Kaye Johnson

Johnson, Julie Kaye At age 74, passed away Feb. 7, 2024, from complications after months of complex leg surgeries. Born in Minneapolis, after high school, Julie studied music at the UofM, where she met her love, David Zech. Married in 1970, they raised two children. Later she got a degree in landscape/garden design. She worked for Lyndale Gardens many years. Julie loved music. A superb pianist, she played at church and sang in the choir. She loved the outdoors, gardening, and being with family. An avid reader and a quilter, she made boiled-wool mittens and also lefse. She enjoyed cribbage. Julie is preceded in death by parents, Earle and Gladys Johnson. She is deeply missed by David Zech, son Hans Zech (Darylee), daughter Erika Bonneau (Kevin), brother Jay Johnson, sister Diane Entrikin (John), 9 grandchildren, and other relatives and friends. Memorial service will be at 11 AM, Monday, April 29th at Westwood Lutheran Church, 9001 Cedar Lake Rd., St. Louis Park, MN.


Margaret Anne 'Peggy' Root

Root, Margaret Anne "Peggy" passed away on April 13, 2024 at the age of 95. She was born in Lansing, MI on September 23, 1928. Preceded in death by husband, Roland Root and daughter, Jean Backstrom. Survived by children: Roland (Jan) Root, Patty (Caye) Butler, Carol Root, and son-in-law Mike Backstrom; grandchildren: Jeff (Dhila) Backstrom, Robert Backstrom, Nicole Hoiland, Matt Little, Kristin (Andrew) Nelson; great grandchildren: Treyton and Atreya Backstrom, Kael and Ethan Nelson, and Kian and Morgan Hoiland. Peggy was a loving mom and grandma. She was the foundation of our family and loved us all unconditionally. She also had many good friends throughout her life. Peggy loved nature and traveling. She visited many state and national parks. She will be greatly missed! A private memorial service will be held to celebrate her life. Washburn-McReavy.com Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643 5125 W. Broadway, Crystal


Corinne M. (Erickson) Schulz

Schulz (Erickson), Corinne M. 94, of Crystal passed away April 23, 2024. Born May 3,1929 in Minneapolis, she graduated from North HS. Corinne was a charter member of Cornerstone Church and enjoyed serving the congregation in many capacities during her life. On June 1, 1956, she married Robert Schulz, and together raised two children Ken and Doug. Corinne is preceded in death by parents Ernest and Laura Erickson. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Robert, children Kenneth and Douglas, sister Carol Sundquist and many extended family members. Memorial service at Cornerstone Church, 5000 W. Broadway, Crystal, April 29 at 11 AM, visitation prior to service at 10 AM, interment will follow at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. Memorials preferred to Union Gospel Missions or Bibles for Missions. Washburn-McReavy.com Glen Haven Chapel 763-533-8643


Diane (Ramstrom) Shelton

Shelton, Diane (Ramstrom) Age 77, of Cottage Grove Passed away on April 21, 2024. Survived by husband Ron; children Cindy Mullen, Brian (Maria), Jeff; 7 grandchildren; her sister Karen (Dan) Killen and brother Gregg. Preceded in death by parents Maurice & Lola Ramstrom. Visitation will be April 28th, 4-7 PM Kok Funeral Home (Cottage Grove). Funeral: Zion Lutheran at All Saints (8100 Belden Blvd, Cottage Grove) at 11AM on April 29th with a visitation one hour prior to service. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Zion Lutheran Church who will distribute to Diane's favorite local charities. kokfuneral.com 651-459-2483


Donald Wallesverd

Wallesverd, Donald Age 91 of Hopkins. Passed away April 17, 2024. Retired Packaging Manufacturers Rep. and 20 yrs. with Ridgepointe of Minnetonka Senior Living. Survived by wife Marlene; daughter Yvette; grandson Christopher (Dalya) Mader; brother-in-law Dale (Victoria) Neubarth; and nieces & nephews. Private services. O'Connell Funeral Home, Hudson, WI 715-386-3725


Leone Jaenson 'Lee' (Nelson) Zopff

Zopff, Leone (Lee) Jaenson Nelson Age 94, of Minneapolis and the Gunflint Trail, passed away March 9, 2024. Preceded in death by her parents, two brothers; husbands Jack Nelson and Fred Zopff. Lee was born in St. Cloud, MN, in 1930. She graduated from Tech High School & was named the Aquatennial Queen of the Lakes in 1949. Lee attended Gustavus Adolphus College where she met her husband, Jocko, who became a football coach. They enjoyed many years of attending games, including 3 Superbowls with the MN Vikings, and making friends along the way. They owned Jocko's Clearwater Lodge on the Gunflint Trail for many years and following Jocko's early death, Lee ran the resort on her own for several years. She spent summers at her home on Leo Lake, where she hosted friends and family. Lee was an active member of the Gunflint Trail Historical Society and Gunflint Trail Quilters; she volunteered at Chik-wauk Museum, Westminster Church and Orchestra Hall. Lee was a wonderful wife, mother, businesswoman, grandmother and friend. She was a talented baker, seamstress, knitter, quilter and enjoyed craft projects. Lee loved to support her grandchildren by attending events, games, concerts and many birthday parties. Survived by children, Margaret (John Books), Jackie (Mike Gulden), Dan, Bob (Angela); grandchildren, Jenny, Patrick, Hannah, Caroline, Jack; 3 great-grandchildren; cousins, nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1200 Marquette Ave, Minneapolis, on Saturday, May 4th. Visitation from 10-11am, funeral service at 11am. A luncheon reception will follow at the church. A private burial will be held. A Celebration of Life is planned for this summer on the Gunflint Trail. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Dept (gunflint911.org) cremationsocietyofmn.com, Edina, MN.


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