Today’s Obituaries Sunday, September 27, 2020
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Jacqueline Joy (Hoff) Adams
Adams (nee Hoff), Jacqueline Joy (Jackie, Dee Dee, Mom, Grams, Nana)
Age 82, of St. Paul, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday evening, September 16, 2020 due to a courageous battle with recurring lung cancer.
She was born on March 2, 1938, in West St. Paul, a daughter "Dee Dee" of the late Roy and Helen Hoff.
Jackie was a graduate of Sibley High School Class of 1955 and was a prayerful woman of strong faith. She is survived by numerous extended family members and dear friends, including her sister and best friend, Sharon Duffy.
She was a wonderfully devoted Mother to her 3 children Mark Adams, Gini (Gary) Rackner and Shari Adams.
She was a fun and loving Grams to 8 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her great granddaughter, Aria Joy Burch Senser.
After working for 25 years for 3M as an Executive Administrative Assistant Jackie nurtured her passion for medical science and research by becoming a certified Medical Transcriptionist in pathology for Minneapolis Children's Hospital.
Jackie found great purpose through loving her family unconditionally. She found joy in Cribbage, Phase 10, Uno, Yahtzee. She was also a member of many Bridge Clubs. She loved writing poetry and was published in March 2002 on The Sounds of Poetry collection for poetry.com.
Per Jackie's wishes, her body was donated to the U of M Anatomy Bequest Program. A celebration of Jackie's life will be held at a later date. Memorials preferred to Anatomy Bequest or donor's choice.
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Joseph Francis Akers
Akers, Joseph Francis Joseph Francis Akers passed away from pancreatic cancer on September 1, 2020. Joe was born to Elizabeth Francis Akers and Jerry Walter Akers on May 7, 1971, in Birmingham, AL.
Joe graduated from Auburn University with a B.S in Business Administration - International. Joe was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity. Joe married Cindy Manske on June 10, 1995 and they just celebrated their 25th anniversary. The couple have two children, Sam and Natalie. They lived in Minneapolis for 16 years and were members of St. Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, where Joe was on the Church's council.
Joe's career was primarily with Medtronic with numerous positions in various Cardiovascular Divisions. His final position was Sr. Area Sales Director - Coronary & Diagnostics. Joe loved his career and his 23 years at Medtronic.
Joe was a devoted and loving husband and father. Joe lived his life to the fullest enjoying music, concerts, reading, unique restaurants, biking, traveling the world, and planning fun adventures for his family. Joe earned Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts of America and later became the Scout Leader in troop 539 where his son, Sam Akers, also earned the rank of Eagle. Together, they attended all three of BSA's high adventure camps: Philmont, Northern Tier, and Sea Base.
He is survived by his wife Cynthia Manske Akers, son Samuel Joseph Akers, daughter Natalie Lucille Akers, mother Betty Francis Akers, sisters Cheri Akers McCoy and Jodi Akers Skaggs.
The funeral will be on October 10th. The honoree pallbearers are Dave Kincaid, Jamie Dwyer, Paul Mullen, Jason Sawyer, Steve Deters, and Kent White. The service can be accessed through Caring Bridge.
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Julia Ann (Petty) Allen
Allen, Julia Ann (Petty) Nurse, gardener, & rhubarb crisp baker extraordinaire passed away September 22, 2020 after a 4 year struggle with dementia. Born August 31, 1936 in Hot Springs, SD to Donald L. and Irene E. Petty, she married her high school beau James R. Allen in 1957. Over the next 60 years they lived in Pittsburgh, PA; Burnsville, MN; Fox Chapel, PA; Canal Winchester, OH and finally back in the twin cities in their retirement. After raising her children, Julie finished her nursing degree and worked caring for the children of others, first in neonatal intensive care and finally as a school nurse in the Columbus, OH public schools. Julie is preceded in death by her brother John, husband Jim and survived by her 3 grown children, Don (Carla), Lisa, John (Marilyn), and grandchildren Collin, Lauren, Brianna and Gwyneth. Julie and her family are most grateful to the staff of Maranatha Care Center, Presbyterian Homes & Services, and to Julie's PEO sisters who welcomed her everywhere she lived. Memorials to ASPCA.org or donor's choice. Service & internment at Evergreen Cemetery, Hot Springs, SD once the pandemic eases.
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Roger Gene Allen
Allen, Roger Gene died peacefully in his sleep, watching TV, in the wee hours of the morning of September 19. It was the soft landing he'd hoped for, though it came 15 years too early. He was 67. Roger was pre-deceased by his parents Fred Allen and Betty Carlson and two infant brothers. He is survived by his brother Jim and his co-workers at Delta Airlines with whom he'd worked since 1997. Upon retiring, a couple months ago, Roger told me that despite oversized bags, Minnesota winters and his advancing age, the last 23 years had been the best years of his life, and he owed it all to his ground-crew band of brothers that had been his amazingly good fortune to work with during that time. He appreciated every day he got to work with them. Stay safe and remember to have fun.
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Lois Marilyn Anderson
Age 86, of Minneapolis. Passed away Aug. 25, 2020 of complications from Parkinson's and complex coronary artery diseases. Preceded in death by husband, M. Charles; and parents Oliver and Marjorie (nee Strait) Ledin.
Lois grew up in Cambridge, MN, where she was valedictorian of her high school class. She studied piano at the MacPhail School in Minneapolis and was talented enough to place second in the Minneapolis Aquatennial music contest as a teen and later work as a church pianist /organist while still in high school. She earned a BS in biology from Gustavus Adolphus College and later a PhD in Psychology from the University of Minnesota. After receiving her PhD, she worked in the field of public policy analysis in both private practice and for the Minnesota Department of Administration. She spent the last two decades of her career as the staff psychologist for the Minnesota State Services for the Blind.
After retirement, Lois and Charlie took numerous trips to Scandinavia where they researched family genealogy in Sweden and met many relatives. She also studied Swedish language for many years at the American Swedish Institute.
Lois spent the last 14 years of her life battling Parkinson's Disease. She faced this challenge with determination and constant optimism. She was grateful for the support provided by her physicians, and the staff at Club Create at the Struthers Parkinson's Center.
Survived by son, Andrew; brother, Ralph (Diana) Ledin; sister, Janice (Russell) Michaletz; much loved nieces, nephews, cousins and other friends. A very brief committal service will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery on Friday, October 2nd. For more details, please contact son Andrew at 612-501-5859. A more substantial celebration of Lois' life will occur once public health conditions improve. Memorials preferred to Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church (North Mpls.) or to the donor's choice.
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Marlowe 'Chris' Anderson
Anderson, Marlowe "Chris" age 71 of Eden Prairie, passed away on April 6, 2020. Memorial service 2PM Tuesday, September 29 with visitation beginning at 1PM, Mount Olivet Lutheran Church, 5025 Knox Ave S, Mpls. The family requests memorials in Chris' name to the Golden Valley Humane Society or donor's choice. Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996
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Ronald 'Ron' Anderson
Anderson, Ronald "Ron" age 84 of Plymouth passed away peacefully on September 17, 2020 at his home. Private family services will be held at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. Ron is survived by his wife: Carlyn; children: Cheri (Brad) Nayes, Thomas (Allison) Anderson; 5 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and other loving relatives and friends. Ron's family would like to express their appreciation to North Memorial Hospice for their care and support. Kapala-Glodek-Malone Funeral Home New Hope Condolences: kapalaglodekmalone.com
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Darlene J. Balken
Balken, Darlene J. age 85, of Brooklyn Center, passed away September 24, 2020. She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Vernon; son, Daniel Lee; daughter, Linda K. Fuller; and 1 sister. Survived by her sons, David, Gary (Stacey), and Jason; step-sons, Bruce (Terri) and Stan; 8 grandchildren; great grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. Funeral Service 10 AM Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at Lutheran Church of the Master, 1200 69th Ave. N., Brooklyn Center, with visitation 1/2 hour prior to the service. Interment 3 PM Tuesday at Hamar Lutheran Cemetery, Rothsay, MN. Memorials preferred to Lutheran Church of the Master. Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000 evansnordby.com
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Richard F. Balow
Balow, Richard F. age 83 of Prior Lake. Survived by wife, Mary Jo; children, Susan (Joe) O'Connor and Kristin (Dan) Giles; grandchildren, Ian O'Connor, Caitlin Giles, Colin O'Connor, Ryan O'Connor and Logan Giles; brothers, Eugene (Alvina) and Jim (Mary) Balow; many special nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded by parents, Irvin and Florence; siblings, Eilene Deming and Robert Balow. Visitation Tuesday, 9/29 from 9-11 AM followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM all at St. Michael Catholic Church, 16400 Duluth Ave. SE., Prior Lake. Live streaming of the service can be found at stmichael-pl.org. Interment St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery, Burnsville. McNearney-Schmidt Funeral Home Shakopee, 952-445-2755 mcnearneyfuneralhome.com
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LuAnn E. (Nathe) Barth
Barth, LuAnn E. (Nathe) age 83 of Oak Grove, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2020. Preceded in death by parents; sisters, Toots (Johnson) and Patty (Bergeleen); daughters, Melanie (Sather) & Marcia (Nathe); grandson, Tyler. Survived by children, Marty (Vicki) Nathe, Mike (Thu) Nathe, Merrilee Nathe, Marlys Nelson, Melissa Ostlund; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren and many other loving relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, October 1st, 2020 at 11 AM with a public visitation one hour prior at First Baptist Church of Anoka, 1235 Park St, Anoka. Interment will follow at West Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220 thurston-lindberg.com
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