by Colleen Chilson | Apr 24, 2024 | Obituaries
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of Wayzata, MN and formerly Albion Township, MN
July 15, 1933 – April 22, 2024
Visitation
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
one hour prior to the service
Bethlehem Lutheran Church – Annandale, MN
Funeral Service
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
11:00 a.m.
Bethlehem Lutheran Church – Annandale, MN
Luncheon at church following the service
Interment
Bethlehem Lutheran Cemetery – Annandale, MN
by Colleen Chilson | Apr 24, 2024 | Obituaries
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Deborah Jane Hayes (Debbie) 76, of Naples, FL entered eternal rest onApril 9, 2024. She bravely succumbed to a decade-long battle with dementia. Born in Minneapolis on5/10/1947to Earl & Marian Fredrickson, she spent most of her adult life in Montrose, MN. Therein, she worked over 30 years for the School District, was an active volunteer for several different organizations and a belovedSundaySchool Teacher at St Paul’s Lutheran Church.
Her Grandson and greatest joy AJ, was born in 2015. After which, she relocated to Anoka, MN to be closer to him. Finally, Debbie joined both her daughters & their families in Florida. She spent her days in thesunand was delighted by the numerous visits from her sisters and friends who traveled south to escape the cold winters.
She is survived by daughters Sarah (Brian) Childers, Amanda (Alex & AJ) Peterson, Sisters Karen Mason, Jean (Don) Kolstad, Brothers in law Marvin Bursch, David Pearson, and many Cousins, Nieces & Nephews.
Debbie was preceded in death by her Parents, Sisters Lori Jo, Judy, Chersti, Brother-in-law Chuck and numerous loved ones.
She was an organ donor and is leaving her cerebrum to the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Mayo Clinic, with the hope that her contribution can assist in finding a cure for Alzheimer’s/Dementia disease.
In lieu of cards or flowers – the family asks that individuals who wish to express condolences do so by donating to a charity of their choice in Debbie’s name.
A private interment will be held.
by Colleen Chilson | Apr 24, 2024 | Obituaries
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Stephen James Wurm, age 72 of Buffalo, passed away April 22, 2024.
He was born on January 27, 1952 in Buffalo, Minnesota to Thomas and Margaret (Beck) Wurm.
Private services will be held.
by Colleen Chilson | Apr 23, 2024 | Obituaries
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of Buffalo, MN
August 24, 1970 – April 22, 2024
Visitation
Friday, May 3, 2024
begins at 9:00 a.m. until the service time
Church of St. Francis Xavier – Buffalo, MN
Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, May 3, 2024
11:00 a.m.
Church of St. Francis Xavier – Buffalo, MN
reception at the church immediately following the mass
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred
Private Family Interment
Age 53 of Buffalo, MN passed away at his residence on April 22, 2024.
Allan was born the son of Robert & Mary Lou (VanNurden) Mobley on August 24, 1970 in Buffalo, MN.
He attended school in Buffalo until his Buffalo High School graduation in 1988. Allan was united in marriage to Natalie (Olejar) on October 21, 1994 in Buffalo, MN. Buffalo was where Al had grown up and this is where Natalie and he raised their two sons, Robert & Alex.
Al worked at NW Asphalt, was co-owner of AWS and currently had been working at Ramsey Construction.
Al loved to travel and spend time with Natalie traveling to numerous places. Whether he was at the casinos in Las Vegas, going on a cruise or at his favorite location, Mazatlan, Al always enjoyed the time together.
Allan loved spending time on Pulaski Lake with his family and friends. He will always be remembered for the sloooow rides on the pontoon around the lake.
Allan is survived by his wife: Natalie; sons, Robert Mobley and Alex Mobley; parents, Robert & Mary Lou Mobley; siblings, Charlene Seaman and Sheila (Dave) Crawford; mother-in-law, Ramona Olejar-Boke; sisters-in-law, Stacy Olejar, Andrea (Brian) Eggert and Janine (Shawn) Reddington; also many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his twin sister, Andrea Cottew; brother-in-law, Rob Seaman; nephew, Nate Cottew.
by Colleen Chilson | Apr 23, 2024 | Obituaries
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of Buffalo, MN
May 28, 1955 – April 19, 2024
Visitation
Thursday. May 2, 2024
one hour prior to the service
Buffalo United Methodist Church – Buffalo, MN
Memorial Service
Thursday, May 2, 2024
12:00 p.m.
Buffalo United Methodist Church – Buffalo, MN
Michael Patrick McNeal was born May 28, 1955, the first and only son of Fremont “Pat” McNeal and June, nee Barsheack, McNeal.
He spent his entire early childhood years residing in their home on Bushey Road in Webster, WI. He was a true outdoors country boy, learning early on from his dad to hunt, fish, trap, build, plant, and appreciate nature at its finest. He attended Webster Elementary School and Webster High School where he participated in most of the major team sports. He graduated in 1973.
After high school, Mike attended Dunwoody Institute in Minneapolis for 2 years, prepping himself for a career in electrical sales. He retired decades later from American Midwest Power in Plymouth, MN. The Wisconsin boy had become an official Minnesotan. But by address only, his heart never left the woods of his birth state. He returned often to visit family and friends and do all the other things he was passionate about, hunting, fishing, canoeing, snowmobiling, and supporting his favorite team, the Green Bay Packers. His frequent companions were his twin daughters Caitie and Allie, his absolute pride and joy.
Mike was always very involved in his daughter’s sports while they were growing up. Coaching them in softball from the time they could pick up a glove. He would never miss any of their sporting events, and was always caught cheering loudly. Once they were out of the house, he always made sure to check up on them. Texting or calling them almost every day with the latest news and visiting them often always being sure to bring his mom’s famous chili with him. He especially loved seeing his “little buddy,” Maverick. His sister, Margaret, was also so special to him. He called her often and would always go back to Bushey Road to spend time with them playing cards, talking about their childhood, and catching up on life.
The tight bond Mike had established with his family was only disrupted by his untimely death, sudden and unexpected, on April 19, 2024.
Preceding Michael in death were his parents, Pat and June McNeal, paternal grandparents, Leon “Mac” and Marie (nee Eckert) McNeal, and maternal grandparents Paul and Margaret Barsheack, Aunt Leona McNeal, Uncle Jim and Aunt Marion Barshack, nephew Steven Sumner, and niece Pam Sumner.
He is survived by his cherished daughters, Allison McNeal, and Caitlin (Dustin) Vickerman, his adored grandson, Maverick Vickerman, and his loving sister Margaret (Mike Lowe) Sumner. Many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and extended family feel the loss of an all-around wonderful person .
Private family Interment at Oak Grove Cemetery in Webster, Wisconsin
by Colleen Chilson | Apr 23, 2024 | Obituaries
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of Buffalo, MN
December 13, 1926 – April 19, 2024
Visitation
Sunday, April 28, 2024
one hour prior to the service
The Peterson Chapel – Buffalo, MN
Memorial Service
Sunday, April 28, 2024
1:00 p.m.
The Peterson Chapel – Buffalo, MN
Luncheon immediately following the service at the chapel
Interment
Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery – French Lake, MN
Jack Gerald McAllister, age 97 of Buffalo, MN, passed away on April 19, 2024.
Jack was born to Earl & Emily (Bukkila) McAllister on December 13th, 1926. He grew up in Crystal, MN.
He was a graduate of Robbinsdale High School and The Dunwoody Institute.
He proudly served his country as a Navy Veteran during World War Two.
Jack was truly a jack of all trades. He worked for Coast to Coast Hardware in Robbinsdale for many years. He was a toy designer for Sifo Toys as well as for Centuri Rocket Company. He designed cereal box premiums for General Mills. Jack worked as an engraver at Jostens and was employed by North States Industries as a designer and machinist. He also worked at Priemier Plastics as a designer and mold fabricator and was a machinist at NW Swissmatics.
Jack was the proud creator of the games of BUNKERBALL and Racehorse Checkers. He also made a seed a starter kit which he named Roly Rooter. He made beautiful “Lucky Birds” out of wood and porcelain which he sold at the community market.
He was deeply involved in his community. He was an active member of the Robbinsdale, Crosby and Wright County Historical Societies. As a naturalist, he shared his expertise on ancient Native American portage trails which traverse throughout Cuyuna country. Jack was instrumental in clearing the pathway for a scenic mountain bike and hiking trail located in Ironton, MN and was featured in a documentary on PBS.
Jack had a vibrant personality and zest for life. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, creativity, and unwavering dedication to his passions.
He will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him. He is survived by his former wife, Myrtle Loch; daughters, Christine (Richard) Otis of Coon Rapids, MN, Gail McAllister of Minneapolis, MN and Lelanie (Dennis Demessianos) Kratochwill of Rhode Island: grandchildren; Sabrina Hasser, Nicholas (Chas) Sarff, Talon and Jennah Kratochwill; great grandchildren Persephone, Gryphon and Andrew; Stepdaughter, Richelle (Ray) Kern; Stepson Steven (Laura) Firtko; Step grandchildren, T.J. and Tyler; sisters, Marion Wilde, Shirley Clark and Ruth Carson; as well as numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; former wife, Mary Lil McAllister; infant daughter, Rose Lynn; brothers, Paul, Earl, and Roland as well as his sister, Joanne Bexell.
