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Barry Benest
January 14, 1948 - January 2, 2026
Barry Benest, age 77, passed away on January 2, 2026 at home in Maple Grove, MN.He was born in Brainerd, MN on January 14, 1948 and was proud of the fact that he was delivered by a female doctor.He was preceded in death by his parents, Glenn Benest and Marion (Vukovich) Benest.Barry served four years in the United States Air Force…
View DetailsDuane Otremba
October 29, 1959 - January 1, 2026
Duane Otremba, age 66, of Brooklyn Park, passed away on Jan 1, 2026.He was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Ellie (Schmitt) Otremba; brother, Paul Otremba.He is survived by his wife, Vicki; brothers, Tom (Sandy) and Chuck (Teresa); sisters, Linda (Dan) and Patty (Kurt); mother-in-law, Marilynn; and many nieces, nephews and…
View DetailsPatience Gall
July 9, 1936 - January 2, 2026
Patience Gall, age 89 of Maple Grove, passed away on Jan 2, 2026. Patience was a retired elementary school teacher, devoted her life to education, family, and faith. Teaching was central to her identity, a role she proudly carried throughout her life.She was a graduate of the University of Michigan, earning her degree in elementary…
View DetailsRobert Stashenko
February 10, 1946 - January 1, 2026
Robert S. Stashenko, age 79, of St. Paul, formerly of Corcoran, MN passed away on January 1, 2026, due to complications from Alzheimer's disease. Robert was born on February 10, 1946, in Stamford, CT. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judy; son, Robert Jr.; parents, John and Anne (Sowitcky) Stashenko; brother,…
View DetailsAudrey Krutzig
January 12, 1933 - January 1, 2026
Krutzig, Audrey B. age 92, born in Cloquet, MN on 1/12/1933, passed away on 1/1/2026 in Brooklyn Park, MN. Audrey was a caretaker in life. She was a daughter, sister, wife, mom, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt and friend. She married Joseph Krutzig in April 1952 and raised 4 children in Brooklyn Park. She is preceded…
View DetailsJerome Block
February 18, 1938 - December 20, 2025
Jerome Block, age 87, of Crystal. Born February 18, 1938 in Minneapolis to Harry & Delores Block. Passed away at home on December 20, 2025. Preceded in death by wife, Jacklyn Block; son, Todd Block; grandson, Travis Block; his parents; and brothers, Don & Doug Block.Survived by son, Tim Block; granddaughter, Jessy…
View DetailsKathleen Bridget Berglund
February 17, 1948 - December 16, 2025
Kathleen Bridget Berglund (nee Ward), age 77, of Anoka, passed away on December 16, 2025, surrounded by her loving husband and family.Kathleen was born on February 17, 1948. She was preceded in death by her parents, Forrest and Catty Ward; her in-laws, Eldon and Alice Berglund; sisters-in-law, Jamie Ward, Ann Christensen, and Kris Murphy;…
View DetailsJerald Keith Christianson
May 16, 1941 - December 22, 2025
Jerald “Jerry” Keith Christianson, age 84 of Grand Rapids, formerly of Brooklyn Center, passed away on 12/22/25. He was an active member of his church and loved to spend time outdoors. Preceded in death by wife, Jeanene; parents, Carl & Evelyn; & brother, James. Survived by son, Jason; step-daughter, Sandra Holte; many…
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