It is with great sadness I post the following information sent by Susan Vannelli Reppe's son, Tim Reppe:
On Sept 22nd, Susan peacefully left this world. She was born at St. Joseph's Hospital in St. Paul 1945, graduated from So. St. Paul High School in 1963 and the University of Minnesota in 1967. Her pride in friends and family was shown in her administration of several social websites through which she communicated with love, wit, and style. She was determined to set things right to leave the world a better place. She carried strong, moral beliefs with a sharp mind courageously into her last days. She is survived by her husband of 54 years Spencer, her two siblings - Mary Fritz and Bruce Vannelli, sons Benjamin (Nicole), Tim (Jessica Hackner), and three grandchildren - Spencer Joseph (22), Walter (19), and Larsen (15).
Memorial Visitation 1-3 pm Thursday, October 8, 2026 at White Funeral Home 14560 Pennock Ave., Apple Valley, MN.
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Classmate obituary
Susan C. Hocking, age 80, of St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joyce and Harold Sauer; her son, David; and her brother, Peter.
Susan is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, William Hocking; her son, Daniel (Nicole); her beloved granddaughters, Addison and Emerson, her “angels”; her sister, Deborah (Ron); her brother, Tim (Sue); and many loving nieces, nephews, family members, and friends.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, September 17th at 10:00 a.m. at Augustana Lutheran Church, 1400 South Robert Street, West St. Paul, MN 55118. A funeral service will follow at 11:00 a.m., with a luncheon to follow the service.
Robert Donald “Wip” Wiplinger, age 80, of Inver Grove Heights, MN. Passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2026. Preceded in death by parents, Bernard “Ben” and Helen; brother,Mike; and Willy the bear. Survived by loving wife of 53 years, Linda; two children (one good looking and one smart): daughter, Nancy (Mike) Pone; son, Charlie “Chuck” (Sara); grandchildren, Ingrid, Helen, Nora, Stella, Michelle, Martin, Gina, Kaleb and Elliette; also many other family, friends and Fred the parrot.
Bob, or ‘Wip’ as he was widely known, loved aviation from the time he was a boy following his father’s footsteps at Fleming Field Airport, refurbishing warbirds into corporate aircraft. As a teenager, He won Linda’s heart by coming to her rescue after his buddy tripped her at a roller–skating rink (on purpose?) and taking her for a ride in his Piper Cub; she knew with him she’d never have a dull life, and she was not disappointed ! Bob graduated from the U of M with a degree in Aeronautical Engineering before he continued his father’s legacy in aviation, saving the world from bad floats! He worked as the chief brains of product design in the family business, Wipaire, which was closer to an extension of his family. He befriended employees, customers, vendors,neighbors and anyone else who dropped by. Wip was also known for his love of animals, including his pet black bear, Willy, his parrot, Fred, and many dogs, cats and injured birds he found along the way. He engaged in aperpetual and futile battle of engineering wit against the raccoons to keep them off the bird feeders, while providing them a feast of leftovers. Despite this setback against the raccoons, he is adorned with many awards from the aviation community including the FAA Wright Brothers Master Pilot award and being inducted into the Minnesota Aviation Hall of Fame. History may show his greatest contribution to society will be the Fire Boss, an Air Tractor agriculture aircraft fitted with floats for scooping water and fighting wildfire. His design has saved the lives and property of countless people around the globe.
Visitation 3:00–7:00 pm, Tuesday, August 11th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Funeral Service 11:00 am, Wednesday, August 12th,at Crown of Life Lutheran Church, 115 Crusader Ave., West St. Paul with visitationfrom 10:00–11:00 am, prior to the service at church. Interment to be held at Union Cemetery, South St. Paul. Fellowship to follow at the Moose Lodge #1088, 5927 Concord Blvd., Inver Grove Heights. The details for a Celebration of Life event will soon be announced.
In lieu of flowers, cash memorial funds will be used to create an aviation career centric scholarship in Wip’s honor, or donations may be made to either Crown of Life Lutheran Church Tim Burdorf Tuition Assistance Fund or St. Croix Lutheran Academy Dave Mielke Tuition Assistance Fund in Wip’s honor.
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Family Member Obit
Marty Lynch, son of classmate Geri Shank Lynch and Martin Lynch.
For those of you who have been following Marty’s journey, we are sorry to share that he passed away peacefully at home on June 13, 2026. Please join us for a Celebration of Life on July 26, 2026 at Carpenter Nature Center 1-5 pm.
Caring Bridge posting, Monday, June 22, 2026
Cards & notes of sympathy may be sent to:
Geri Lynch
8246 113th St. So.
Cottage Grove, MN 55016-4523
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Classmate Obituary
Kenneth Dorma
1945–2026
Age 81 - passed away June 4, 2026.
Preceded in death by parents, Hubert and Dena Dorma.
Survived by loving wife of 43 years, Dianne; children, Jamie (Eric) Brandvold, Kristi Crossley, Sunny Dorma, Dana (Ben) Andrews, and Dustin (Brooke) Dorma; grandchildren, Britni (Dean) Darveaux, Andrew Brandvold, Alyssa Crossley, Isley Andrews, and Isaac Andrews; 6 great-grandchildren; and many other family members and friends.
Private interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis
Hans Peter Till passed away at Grace Edgewood Assisted Living in Eau Claire, Wisconsin on September 25, 2025 at the age of 81.
Hans Peter was born on the 14th of July, 1944 during WWII, in Austria, to John and Elisabeth. Shortly after his birth, Elisabeth received word that John had been shot and killed in France and shortly after that, Elisabeth and Hans Peter found themselves loaded onto cattle cars and shipped throughout Europe as refugees and looking for a home. When Peter was four years old, he fell on a board with a protruding nail, which went through his hand. When the physician asked Elisabeth for her name, he asked if her husband was named John. She explained John was deceased whereas he assured her he was very much alive and had been recently released from the prisoner of war camp in England where John was the headmaster. It took John another five years to make his way to America and create a home for his family. On the 13th of April, 1953, Elisabeth and Hans Peter landed in New York City and were reunited as a family. Hans Peter was nine years old when he and John met for the first time. Home became South St. Paul, Minnesota where he grew up, went to School and graduated from high school with high honors. Life was busy with school, family camping trips, and playing the accordion all while accompanied by his beloved dog, Dusty. the home of his heart became Cambridge, Minnesota which was shared by his devoted, cantankerous feline, Spike.
From his love of photography, he became a photographer. He reminisced frequently about when he was a child, he would carry his little pitcher by the handle on one hand to collect his ration of one cup of milk and in the other hand would be his daily slice of bread which led to his love of cooking and eating. Although he absolutely hated camping, he loved the wilderness, to travel, and to explore. For a time, he was a paralegal satisfying his love of law. throughout the years, he was a handyman.
Hans Peter was preceded in death by his father and mother and son, Scott.
Peter is survived by his daughter, Ursula (Randy) and their son, Nathan (Mckenzie) and his other daughter, Sherry Lynn. He is also survived by his grandson, Joshua.
Hans Peter is also survived by his brother, Fred (Roxie) and their children, Richard (Rachel) and John (Linda) and a sister, Alexandra (Dan) and their children, Brenna (Josh), Chandra (Jason), Brant (Wendy), Kristen (Kyle) and Shane. He is also survived by his great-nieces and great-nephews, Brett, Brooke, Lily, Riley, and Skylar.
Obituary published on Legacy.com by Skinner Funeral Home - Cumberland on Oct. 1, 2025.
Orell Pieper was born on February 21, 1945, to Arnold Anton Pieper and Myrtle Lenore (Prestegord) Pieper in St. Paul, Minnesota. He joined siblings Merriell, Lyle, and Carole. He was baptized on March 18, 1945, at Trinity Lone Oak Lutheran Church, Eagan, and confirmed at Grace Lutheran Evangelical Lutheran Church in South St. Paul. He grew up in South St. Paul and attended Central Elementary School and South St. Paul Junior and Senior High School.
He also attended night classes at the University of Minnesota, St. Paul. After marriage, he lived in South Saint Paul, Inver Grove Heights, and West St. Paul.
On completion of high school, Orell worked about a year at West Publishing and then enlisted in the U. S. Army. While stationed in Germany, he worked in the office of the Commanding Officer and later supervised a section of Personnel. Once he completed his military service, he went back to West Publishing and worked in several various departments. He spent the majority of his career in the Accounts, Advertising, and Marketing departments.
Orell always felt blessed that he met Cindy, the love of his life, so early in his life. They first started dating when he was a Senior in high school. There was a hiatus due to military service, but they were married October 6, 1968, about a year after his honorable discharge. They shared many good times together and supported each other in the hard times. Orell and Cindy were blessed with four beautiful children–Jeremy (1970), Jessica (1974), Jenae (1980), and Jameson (1987–adopted in 1990). Both Orell and Cindy enjoyed and appreciated being a part of their children’s lives and sharing their faith with them.
Orell enjoyed most sports, playing on various football, golf, and softball teams. He served as Commissioner of all five of West Publishing’s golf leagues for ten years. He managed to get two holes-in-one during his lifetime. He also coached many youth teams in T-ball, softball, baseball, and basketball.
At Emanuel Lutheran Evangelical Church (later named Crown of Life) he served on the Board of Full-time Education, Board of Elders, Project ’93, the Riverview Cemetery Board, and the Long-Range Planning Committee. On the Church Council he served as Secretary, Treasurer, and Chairman. He was very proud when the congregation approved this draft to establish the “Endowment Fund” and to be elected Co-Chairman of the new Crown of Life Church along with his good friend, Dave Sorgatz who had been Chairman of Trinity Lutheran Church before the merger with Emanuel.
Orell was also involved with St. Croix Lutheran High School (Academy) which all of his children attended. He helped to facilitate the purchase of the building on Oakdale and pitched in to make it ready to open. After Jeremy died in a car accident in 1987, Orell started an endowment called the Jeremy Ryan Pieper Scholarship Fund which has given many students help with tuition.
Orell also served on the Board of Regents and coached basketball at St. Croix.
Orell is preceded in death by son, Jeremy Ryan; parents, Arnoldy & Myrtle; brother, Merriel.
Besides his wife, Orell is survived by his children, Jessica Biggar-Larson (Chris), Jenae Vieregge (Brian), Jameson Pieper (Angel); Grandchildren include Cami, Noah, Max, Jack, Savannah, Jacob, Maverick, Evan, Khaylin, Taylor, and Bella. He is also survived by brother, Lyle Pieper (Ardis); sister, Carole Wencel (LaMoyne), sister-in-law, Denise Pieper; brothers-in-law, Doug Stoerzinger (Kathleen) and Charles Stoerzinger (Rose) and many nieces, nephews, friends, and relatives.
Orell loved, enjoyed, and was very proud of his grandchildren. He tried to share his tickling and teasing equally. Some took it better than others, but not one could escape it completely. May they all continue to grow in their faith in Jesus Christ and set their goals high in life.
On Monday, April 6, Orell took the hand of his risen Savior Jesus Christ and went to heaven to join his son Jeremy, friends Dave Sorgatz, and Jim Haberkorn, his parents, and all the saints who have gone before him.
Memorial Service 11:30 AM Monday, April 20th at Crown of Life Lutheran Church, 115 Crusader Ave W, West St. Paul, Visitation 10-11:30 AM prior to the service. Interment Riverview Cemetery.
Memorials preferred to Crown of Life Lutheran Church School or St. Croix Lutheran Academy (Jeremy Ryan Pieper Scholarship Fund).
age of 80 of Farmington, MN,passed away peacefully on April 2nd. She was born on August 26th in St. Paul, MN.
She was known as the most loving and sweet wife, daughter, Mom, and Nana. Judy is survived by her loving husband of 54 years Bill Canniff; her children Jim (Brenda) Groves, Jennifer (Tim) Wood; grandchildren Bryce Groves, Josh and Lexie Groves, Kiersten and Noelle Wood; sister Janis Friedlund(Geoff Jelinek). She was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Lorraine Friedlund; son, Todd Groves; grandson, Jacob Groves; sister, Jill Klaren.
A celebration of life Thursday, April 9th 4PM-6PM, memorial service 6PM, at Klecatsky Southern Chapel, 414 Marie Ave ; SSP.
In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes donations to Alzheimer’s Association.
We have just renewed our ClassCreator Website for one more year, at the rate of $165. This was paid for with funds we had on hand. As with many subscriptions, the rate for multiple years is more economical: $290 for 2 years, $385 for 3. We know you are probably bombarded with requests for money for one cause or another but if you can spare it, could you donate to your class treasury? Any amount will be much appreciated. Thanks everyone!
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Family Loss
Madonna Helen Bonk, nee Lorscheider
1921–2026
Mother of Rita Bonk Schmid
Age 104
Our Lord’s faithful servant Madonna Helen Barbara Lorscheider Bonk of Vadnais Heights (South St. Paul). March 12, 1921-Feb. 27, 2026. An honored USN Wave WWII Veteran.Preceded in death by husband Edward, parents Carl and Rose; brother Carl J, Ray, Jerome, David, Fran and Jim; sister Rosemary Arnold; son-in-law Larry Schmid; grandchildren Jay Frericks, and Cathy Schmid Wappel.Survived by daughters Rita Ann Schmid and Mary Rose Frericks; grandchildren Beth Frericks, Holly Ivers, Caryn Schmid, Michael (Kelly) Schmid; grandson-in-law Jim Wappel; great-grandchildren Jarrod Boston, Britteny (Cody) Foster and Brentten; 3 great-great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews and friends. Retired Waterous Co. Secretary of 30 years.Mass of Christian burial at ST. PIUS X, 3878 Highland Ave. White Bear Lake, Monday, March 16th, at 11 AM. Visitation one hour before mass.
Interment Oak Hill Cemetery, South St. Paul, MN.
cards and notes of sympathy may be sent to:
It has come to our attention that Carol LeMay Bidwell has had 2 family losses within a month of each other. Her sister-in-law, Judith (Rund) LeMay died Dec. 9, 2025 and her brother, Wayne LeMay died Jan. 3, 2026. So very sorry, Carol!
Funeral Friday, Jan. 16, 2026 at 11 am at the First Presbyterian Church, South St. Paul. https://www.twincities.com/obituaries/judith-wayne-lemay/
Message of support:
Carol Bidwell
433 9th Ave. South
South St. Paul, MN. 55075
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Christmas 2025 Lunch with Classmates 🎄
13 SSPHS Gals of class 1963 had our Christmas Lunch at "Stockyards" in South St Paul. We had great memories to share and great camaraderie.
L-R Sandy Thornton, Bobbi Hansch, Lois Larson, Bev Mamer, Chris Johnson, Joan Seaton, Nita Conlon, Darla Andrews, Helen Bohrer, Nancy Wallace, Linda Metzen, Dawn Marsolek, Jane Letson.
Photo and details courtesy of Bev Mamer
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Classmate Obituary
Linda Aszmann Reid
1945–2025
We are sorry to announce the passing of our classmate Linda Aszmann Reid on February 11, 2025 of cancer. There has been no official notice published yet but a funeral service has been set at St. Thomas Beckett Catholic Church, 4455 S Robert Trail, Eagan, MN 55123, March 6th at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour before.
UPDATE:
Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Friday, September 19th at Catholic Community of St. Thomas Becket, 4455 South Robert Trail, Eagan. Visitation 10:00 – 11:00 AM prior to Mass at Church. Private interment Acacia Park Cemetery, Mendota Hts. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Information courtesy of Helen Avenriep Bohrer & Kathy Chalupa Whitson
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Classmate Family Member Loss
We are sorry to report that our classmate, Linda Mahler Metzen, has lost her son, John Paul Metzen, who passed away on June 16, 2025, in Star Prairie, WI. In addition to his mother, John is survived by his wife, Rachel Metzen, his son, Nicholas Presley, his daughter, Allie Jones and his granddaughter, Emma Mayhew. He is also survived by his brother, Jeff Metzen, and nephew, Jordy Metzen. John was preceded in death by his father, MN State Senator James Metzen. John was a 1986 graduate of SSPHS.
A Memorial Service will be held on Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 11 am at Grace Lutheran Church 149 8th Ave S, South Saint Paul, MN. Visitation will also be on Wednesday from 10-11 am at the church. A luncheon will follow the service at the Croatian Hall 445 2nd Ave S, South Saint Paul, MN 55075.
It has come to our attention that our classmate Mike Kropelnicki of Pacheco, CA, died of a heart attack on May 25, 2025. According to his wife Nancy, he lived a happy active life up until his very last hour. Mike (known as "Mickey" to family), lived with well managed heart problems for many years. He suffered a sudden unexpected heart attack that was very quick and he did not suffer. Mike is survived by his wife, a daughter and a son and one grandson.
There are no services planned at this time.
Thanks to Mike's cousin, Marylucia Kropelnicki, SSPHS class of '62 for details and connection to Nancy Price, Mike's wife.
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Lunch Ladies May, 2025.
Bottom picture, starting at left, clockwise, Jane Burton Letson, Bev Preble Mamer, Geri Shank Lynch, Nancy Nygren Wallace, Darla Smolik Andrews, Joan Seaton Schult, Bobbi Bentz Hansch, Helen Avenriep Bohrer, Linda Mahler Metzen. Dawn Kuehn Marsolek appears at the head of the table in the top picture.
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Classmate Spouse Obituary
W. John Whitson
We are sorry to report the death of John Whitson, husband of our classmate Kathy Chalupa Whitson, on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, following a long battle with bone cancer. https://www.twincities.com/obituaries/w-john-whitson/
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Classmate Obituary
Della Merriett Laylin
1944–2025
We are so sorry to announce the loss of our classmate Della Merriett. Della Jane Laylin (Merriett) of New Brighton, Minnesota, formerly of St. Cloud, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025 at the age of 80. She was born on October 22, 1944, in St. Peter and grew up in Mountain Lake and South St. Paul, MN. She graduated from South St. Paul High School in 1963.
Della married the love of her life, Larry Laylin, on June 19,1965. They had two children. She was a loving caregiver her entire life. First, as a daycare provider for over 30 years, then owning and operating a Senior Assisted Living home with Larry. Her joy in life was taking care of other's needs and for that she will be warmly remembered.
As a young woman Della excelled at tole painting, arts, and crafts. She also restored antique furniture and collected Hummel figurines. She enjoyed going to sporting events and activities that involved her children and eventually her grandchildren. Della had a lifelong love of animals, especially Golden Retrievers. Her home always had at least one dog. Later in life she enjoyed a good game of Bingo, explaining to all that would listen, she won because she still remembered her letters and numbers.
She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Merriett; mother, Helen Merriett (Peters); her husband, Larry Laylin; and numerous well-loved dogs and cats. Della is survived by her daughter, Andrea (Greg); son, Cory (Stacy); and five grandchildren, Josh, Amanda, Luc, Casy, and Bode.
The family would like to thank Benedictine Innsbruck for the kindness and compassion they showed Della the past five years. A private funeral will be held later this year in Mountain Lake, MN where Della will be interred.In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her honor to Benedictine Innsbruck, 1101 Black Oak Dr, New Brighton, MN 55112.
Powers, William (Bill) passed away peacefully on January 30, 2025, on his 80th birthday. Bill graduated from South St. Paul High School in 1963. He joined the Army in the summer of ’63 and served as a communications Adviser in Vietnam. Bill completed his service in Alaska and called Talkeetna his home for sixty years. Bill was the maintenance manager of the Talkeetna Airport, and the volunteer fire chief of the Talkeetna fire department. Bill is preceded in death by his wife of forty-nine years, Sonja; his sister Dorie Eikos; and brother Pat. He is survived by siblings Rita Fischer, Mary (Jerry) Hahn, Tom (LaVonne), and Rich (Terri); his wife Deb; his children Doug, Leah, and Joe; as well as five stepchildren, Carey, William, Christoper, Craig and Rebecka; 22 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren; and, Bill’s lifelong friend John McArdell.
Published in St. Paul Pioneer Press on February 23, 2025
Notification Courtesy of Kathy Chalupa Whitson
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'63 Lunch Bunch
December, 2024
Front, center: Linda Mahler Metzen, around the table on left: Lois Albu Larson, Nancy Nygren Wallace, Geri Shank Lynch, Bev Preble Mamer, Joan Schult Seaton, Darla Smolik Andrews, Kathy Manley Simpson, Helen Avenriep Bohrer, Chris Mielke Johnson* and Bobbi Bentz Hansch.
Courtesy of Helen Avenriep Bohrer & Jane Burton Letson
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Classmate Obituary
Sue Atchison Berry
1945 – 2024
We are so very sorry to report the loss of our classmate, Susan Atchison Berry
Susan “Sue” Atchison-Berry, 79, of Bartlesville passed away on Monday, November 11th, 2024 in Tulsa. Sue was born on September 6th, 1945, to Fred Atchison and Josephine “Miller” Atchison in St. Paul, Minnesota. Sue was married to Joseph Neal Berry on August 6, 1992, in Spearfish, South Dakota. Sue received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education, and her first teaching job was in a two room school house on the prairie of South Dakota. She later found her true teaching passion, teaching 8th grade History in Bartlesville, Ok. She loved her students and she loved her peers. She was once nominated for Teacher of the Year. In her free time, she enjoyed running around town with her friends, reading, watching the Vikings play football but she truly cherished spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.
Sue was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Berry, her parents Fred and Josephine Atchison and her brother, David Atchison.
She is survived by her three children, Matt Kirschbaum, Marnie Loftus and her husband Brad Loftus, Heather Karr and her husband Jeremiah Karr, and 4 grandchildren, Christian and Chloe Karr, and Hannah and Libby Loftus.
A Celebration of Life will be held 10 a.m. on Monday, November 25th, 2024, at the Mowery Funeral Service Chapel in Owasso.
We have no current address for sympathy cards. Will update ASAP
Courtesy of Kathy Chalupa Whitson
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SSP Teacher Obit
Jean Helen Kinsey
1926 – 2023
Miss Jean Kinsey, one of our 1950 Roosevelt kindergarten teachers, died July 13, 2023, at age 98. She was born February 26, 1925, never married and taught kindergarten in Central, Roosevelt and Jefferson elementary schools throughout her lifelong career. The recent photo is from a July 2019 lunch date in River Falls, WI. According to Jane Burton Letson:
At this point she was 94 years old, living in her own home, driving and sharp as a tack. She could identify by name all the kids in my sister’s kindergarten photo except for one person. She could remember who was related to who even if the last name was different, i.e. she knew who my cousins were. She was amazing!
The group photo is ca.1950 teaching staff at Roosevelt Elementary plus a PTA Mom or two. Miss Kinsey is 4th from right, standing. She will be remembered and missed by her many, many students and the South St. Paul School district and community. Full obituary link to follow. Add memories and comments to "Under the Clock" feature, top, left-hand corner.
Group photo from The SSP Centennial Book, 1887 – 1987, edited by Lois Glewwe
Closeup provided by Jane Burton Letson
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The photos of the 60th Reunion
on September 14, 2023
are now posted. See "60th Reunion"
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Classmate Obituary
Roberta Winchell Fisher
1945 – 2023
Roberta “Bobbie” J. Fisher, age 77, of Oakdale and formerly of Newport, passed away with family by her side on Monday, April 3, 2023. Bobbie was a former owner of Fisher Foods in Newport.
She is survived by son, Scott Fisher; daughter, Dawn (Dean) Sagstetter; grandchildren, Courtney (Eric) Holmstrom, Cara (John) Greavu, and Jack Fisher; great-grandchildren, Leighton and Easton Holmstrom; sister, Pat Kubash; sister-in-law Diane (Steve) Peterson; and many loving nieces and nephews..
She was proceeded in death by husband, Jack Fisher; her parents; and sister, Janet Duggan.
A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, April 17, 2023, at 11AM at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church (920 Holley Ave, St. Paul Park, MN) with visitation beginning at 9AM. Bobbie will be laid to rest at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish Cemetery. Published by Kok Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Cottage Grove on Apr 4, 2023 Full notice at: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/name/roberta-bobbie-fisher-obituary?id=51558009
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Facebook Users:
Conversations of History in South St. Paul
Feeling nostalgic about your hometown? If you haven't found this place yet, check it out!
Be sure to allow about 2 hours. You'll get hooked!
2/23/15: We recently received this compliment about the Facebook site from a staff member of the Minnesota History Society:
Nicole Delfino Jansen And I should also note, MHS is currently working on an exhibit about Suburbia (to open this fall) and South St. Paul is one of the cities they are focusing on. We have great researchers - I turned their attention to this FB site (and Lois [Glewwe]) and I don't mind divulging that they LOVE it and have expressed what a valuable and unique resource it is. They say a number of communities have pages for history, but they have never seen one so active and with so much resource material. So many great contributors. I am not an old-timer in SSP, but wow - I thoroughly enjoy what all of you put into it!!!
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OUR YEARBOOK ON THE WEB
If you haven't had the fun of seeing our very own yearbook on the Web, check this out:
Would you have ever imagined something amazing like this back in 1963? I see they're having a "sale" and the regular price of $99.99 is 20% off plus free shipping for a limited time! Wowee! If you don't have your own copy handy, take a stroll down memory lane...online! Still boggles the mind, doesn't it?
of Inver Grove Heights, MN. Passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2026. Preceded in death by parents, Bernard “Ben” and Helen; brother,Mike; and Willy the bear. Survived by loving wife of 53 years, Linda; two children (one good looking and one smart): daughter, Nancy (Mike) Pone; son, Charlie “Chuck” (Sara); grandchildren, Ingrid, Helen, Nora, Stella, Michelle, Martin, Gina, Kaleb and Elliette; also many other family, friends and Fred the parrot.
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