All Obituaries

Mattson, Gary L. age 84 of NE Mpls. passed away peacefully on 6/5/2026.  Retired over the road truck driver who saw America through the windshield of a big rig.  Preceded in death by Wife Sheila J. Mattson (nee Krotzer); brother Alan Mattson. Survived by sons Jeff (Lisa) Mattson, Cory (Thea) Mattson; grandchildren Emily, Zach, Josh, Katelyn and Adelina; sister Darlene Mattson; relatives and friends. Memorial service Saturday June 27th 11 AM with gathering starting at 10 AM at ...

Barbara Hinkel Age 77, of New Hope Passed away on June 21st, 2026 Preceded in death by her parents, Nels and Shirley Sands and her loving Husband Richard Hinkel. Survived by her son, Aaron Hinkel; daughter, Vanessa Hinkel; grandson, Aaron and granddaughter, Eleanor. Siblings, Robert (Debra) Sands, Jerry (Marcia) Sands; Niece, Angela (Steffen) Thieringer; Nephew, Brandon (Julie) Sands; Niece Amanda (Eric) Smith. And several grand nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Memorial ...

Deborah A. “Debbie” Finkenbinder (née Eidsor), age 71, of Brooklyn Center, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026. A graduate of North Central Bible College, Debbie devoted much of her life to caring for children through her home daycare, where she loved and nurtured generations of families. She faithfully served in children’s ministry at Brookdale Christian Center AG for many years and found great joy in sharing the love of Jesus with little ones. She is survived ...

Florence Philomene Weirens November 2, 1933 – June 12, 2026 Florence Philomene Weirens, 92, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 12, 2026, surrounded by the family and friends she loved so dearly. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother, and a loyal friend whose warmth and kindness left a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Florence was born on November 2, 1933, in Cold Spring, MN, to Joseph and Ida (Dietman) Stang. She grew up in ...

Joseph Zmuda, a resident of St. Anthony, Minnesota, died unexpectedly at the age of 70 on June 20, 2026. While taking a break from yard work in his favorite chair, he breathed his final breath in the backyard with his loyal and faithful dog, Dolly, by his side.  Born on December 8, 1955 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Joe was the beloved son of Gladys and Aloysius Zmuda. Joe often shared fond memories of growing up in Northeast Minneapolis, from living above Gladys’s dairy to attending ...

Birmingham, Robert “Bob” age 76 of NE Mpls. passed away peacefully on June 21st, 2026. Preceded in death parents William and Darlene; sister Debra West; brother Burton “Buddy” Birmingham. Survived by loving wife of 56 years Nina B.; children Jason, Bobby (Marla), Billy (Tara), Mark and Jennifer (Jered); grandchildren Nicole (Ethan), Nokomis (Slade), Tay (Samantha), Allie (Gavin), Brandon, Alivia, Layla, Grace and Soriya; great granddaughters Aubrey and Evelina; ...

Letresia Michelle Preston (née Thaddies), affectionately known as “LT,” was born on October 27, 1964, to the union of the late Otis Thaddies, Sr. and Dianne Thaddies. She graduated from West Side High School with the Class of 1984 and was a dedicated Supervisor of Sleep Number. At an early age, Letresia accepted Christ as her Savior while attending Mount Calvary Interdenominational Church, where she faithfully served by playing the piano. A woman of deep faith, remarkable ...

Dale Koelfgen passed away on November 29, 2025 at home in New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, three children, one grandchild and sister. Services and burial will be held on Friday, June 19th from 12-2 at Gethsemane Cemetery in New Hope, Minnesota.

Elisa Joey Waukazo 04/10/1990 - 05 03 2026 Elisa Joey Waukazo, 36, of Roseville, passed away suddenly at home on May 3, 2026. Born on April 10, 1990, in Minneapolis to Debra Waukazo, Elisa brought warmth, humor, love, and compassion into the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Elisa attended school in Minneapolis and graduated from South High School in 2008. During high school, she worked at MIGIZI Communications, where she discovered her passion ...

Shania Covington-Smith June 10th 1993 - May 13th 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shania Covington-Smith , who died on May 13th at the age of 32 in Minneapolis, MN.  Shania was born on June 10th 1993 in St. Paul, Mn to Paz and Aaron Sr. Shania was a beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend. Shania brought light to everyone who knew her smile, kindness and strength. She is survived by her son Pernell, Her Mother Paz, Her Father Aaron Sr., Her bonus ...