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Warren R. Ham
January 30, 1956 - December 11, 2023
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Warren "Rusty" Richard Ham, a devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, esteemed colleague, and a man who lived his life with passion and dedication. Rusty was born on January 30, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa. He took his final breath on December 11, 2023, after a short, but…
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Franclin I. Orellana
December 25, 1978 - December 18, 2023
Our beloved Franclin Orellana aka Nacho,Nacho passed away on December 18th, 2023. He was born on December 25th, 1978, in Cuenca Ecuador to parents German Orellana and Luz Velez. Nacho moved to the United States and started his life in Minnesota where he became a father to his 4 children, Melanie, Eddie, Jordy and Makenzie. Nacho was not…
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Clair Coughlin
May 13, 1935 - December 15, 2023
Clair Coughlin, age 88, of Osseo, MN passed away peacefully on Friday, December 15, 2023. He was born at home in Steele County, MN to Tom and Mary Coughlin. Clair will be remembered for his servant’s heart and a deep commitment to family, friendships, faith and education. Clair lived a life marked by a decades-long career in education.…
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Richard Keith Kosek
October 17, 1935 - December 13, 2023
Kosek, Richard Keith, of Brooklyn Center passed away December 13, 2023. Preceded in death by his parents, Isador & Margaret (Kienlen) Kosek; two brothers; & four sisters. Born October 17, 1935, & raised in New Ulm, Minnesota. Survived by wife, Arlene (Wegner) Kosek; Children, Keith Kosek & Peter (Lori) Kosek; Grandchildren, Christopher,…
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Harley Henry Schmitt
June 13, 1931 - December 11, 2023
Harley Henry Schmitt, 92, died Monday, December 11th. He was born on June 13,1931, at home, in Long Lake, SD.Harley grew up helping out on the family farm. He graduated from Eureka High School and then went on to earn a BA from Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa in 1953, a Master of Divinity from Wartburg Theological Seminary in Dubuque,…
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Elizabeth "Betty" Anderson
June 17, 1935 - December 14, 2023
Elizabeth "Betty" Anderson, age 88, of Maple Grove, formerly of Columbia Heights, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2023. Graduated from Bemidji High School in 1953. She left the farm at age 18 and began working for First Bank of Minneapolis, West Broadway Branch. Betty retired 59 years later as the executive vice president of…
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Gregg Charles Wilcox
November 3, 1956 - December 12, 2023
Age 67, of Champlin, passed away on December 12, 2023. Preceded in death by his brother, Michael Wilcox. Gregg is survived by his sons, Clint and Cody Wilcox; Amy Angel; sisters, Jolene (Ron) Nellessen, and Bonnie (Jim) Stevens; sister-in-law, Kathleen Wilcox; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be…
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Joseph Mathew Lutz
January 6, 1929 - December 10, 2023
Age 94, went to Heaven, December 10, 2023, surrounded by his wonderful wife and his children. There to welcome him home were his son Jim, parents Joseph and Therese, and 7 siblings. First and foremost, faith was the cornerstone of his life. He was a devout Catholic and attended Mass in person or remotely up to his last days. Joe was the…
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