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Louis Park, MN. She was born May 30, 1908 in Moorhead, MN. Preceded in death by her parents, Thomas John Thompson Dena Marie Lunder; husband, Erwin Norman; son, Thomas Erwin; brother, Norris and niece, Bette Lind; and many dear friends. Survived by her loving son, Paul of Naples, FL; daughter-in-law, Camilla of Mpls; former daughter-in-law, JoAnn of Mpls; 6 grandchildren, Diane (Evgeny) Kontar of Florence, AL, Susan (Sunil) Khatri of Edina, Robert Thomas of Moline, IL, Julia Mae of Edina, Terry (Laura) of Apple Valley, Carl (Christine) of Edina; 9 great-grandchildren, Joseph Paul, Sheryl, David, Nicholas, Jessica, Amanda, Samantha, Brandon and Jackson; Bertha moved from Crookston to Mpls in 1997, residing at Park Shore in St. Louis Park and later at Redeemer Residence in Mpls.

Bertha was active in her church, Eastern Star, Sons of Norway, and especially enjoyed the faculty events at the of MN Northwest School in Crookston, MN, where her husband, E.N. Reiersgord was Registrar. She taught school from 1928-1931 and returned to teaching 5th grade in 1958, retiring in 1973. Bertha enjoyed bridge and travel, and 20 winters in McAllen, TX. She was a gentle and optimistic person, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend.

Interment at the North Cemetery, Ulen, MN. Funeral service 2 PM Thursday at Redeemer Residence, 31st St. Lyndale Ave Mpls, with visitation hour prior to service at Redeemer, and also 68 PM Wednesday at: Washburn-McReavy Edina Chapel W. 50th St. Hwy 100 952-920-3996 Shotwell Robert Shotwell, 88, of Fergus Falls and Park Rapids, died March 14, 2004 at the Minnesota Veteran's Home.

He was born September 6, 1915 to Daniel B. and Eva (Enger) Shotwell in Minneapolis, MN where he grew up attended Roosevelt High. He was assigned to Air Transport Command in 1942 with Northwest Airlines and retired from there as a captain in 1975. On September 29, 1980 he married Peggy Foster in Park Rapids, MN. Upon retirement, the couple resided at Little Sand Lake near Park Rapids for approximately 25 years.

While travel in winter months took them to far away and interesting places, they always looked forward to returning to the beauty serenity of Little Sand Lake where they cherished their times with family and friends. He was a member of English Lutheran Church of Dorset, the retired NW Airlines Pilot's Association and a lifetime member of the American Legion in Park Rapids. His hobbies included engines, airplanes and the design and upkeep of his homemade car which he drove coast to coast in the 1930's and is now in Jay Leno's private car collection in Burbank, California. He is survived by his wife, Peggy of Fergus Falls and Park Rapids; children, Robert (Diane) Shotwell, Jr. of Richfield and Susan Sloan (Bobby) of Hot Springs, SD; step-children, Marilyn Boyd of Minneapolis, Diane (Dennis) Sorenson of Becker, Mark (Carol) Boyd of Savage and Sherry Boyd and Steve of Rogers; 11 very special grandchildren, Heather, Kristin, Robin, Kim, Bronson, Justin, Joshua, Jessica, Brianna, Colton, and Brice; five great-grandchildren; brother, Ed (Beryl) Shotwell of Washington and many loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Lorraine in 1977 and two brothers, Jim and Dan Shotwell. The family wishes to express their appreciation for the wonderful care and concern received for both Bob and the family at the Minnesota Veteran's Home in Fergus Falls. There will be a service at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis. Memorials preferred to Minnesota Veteran's Home in Fergus Falls.

Solovey Oksana Solovey A Woman of Distinction. World Traveler. Accomplished Writer and Translator. Physicist. Art lover.

Ethnographer. A friend. Born July 2, 1919 in Poltava, Ukraine, passed away on March 21, 2004. Preceded in death by her parents, Dmytro and Maria Solovey, and brother, Taras Solovey. Retired from Waterous Company in 1982 after 32 years in engineering.

She will be missed by many friends here and abroad. Panakhyda 7 PM Tuesday at ANDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 1401 Arcade St. (Hwy 61), St. Paul (651-776-2761). Funeral Service 10 AM Wednesday at ST.

KATHERINE UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH, 1600 W. Hwy 96, Arden Hills, MN. Those she touched will always feel the warmth of her graceful hand. Ward Richard age 84 of St. Louis Park, died Mar.

22, 2004. Preceded in death by wife, Luella father Harry; mother step father Ione James Amdahl; brothers, Claude (Viola), Harold; sister, Harriet; step brothers, Loren (Jane) and Jerry (Louise). Born Nov. 27, 1919 in Canton, MN. Graduated Mabel High.

Moved to Mpls. Graduated Mpls School of Business. Dick and Lu met at the Marigold Ballroom and danced together for 59 years. Served in the Navy during WWII and was an accountant for Archer Daniels, Skippy-Best Foods, and Lutheran Brotherhood. While raising 3 children he was active in Mpls Exchange and Rotary Clubs, Toastmasters, Little League, and Cub Scouts, and volunteer treasurer for Westwood Lutheran Church.

His passions were golf, bridge, and Arizona vacations. Survived by son, Gary (Barbara); daughters, Diane, and Cindy (Dan) Neff; grandchildren, Brian Ward and Jason Neff; sister-in-law, Ellen; cousin, LaVonne Young; many loving relatives, friends, volunteers care-givers. A gracious thank you to Westwood Church, Emerald Crest, North Memorial Hospice, Hospice of the Lakes. A Celebration of Life memorial service will be held in the summer at Westwood Church. Memorials are preferred to choice.

Cremation Society of MN 612-825-2435 Woods Bernice H. age 82, died peacefully at her home in Deephaven, MN on March 22, 2004 with her family at her side. Bunny was preceded in death by husband, Warren W. Woods and brother, Jack Lane. Survived by son, Martin (Tina) Woods and daughter, Susan (Joe) Klein; sister, Patricia Staehle; grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She will be greatly missed and remembered by many family and friends for all the loving and caring things she did. A special thanks to the wonderful staff with Methodist Hospice. Memorial service Friday, 2 PM at Grace Lutheran Church, 18360 Minnetonka Deephaven. Private interment Ft. Snelling.

Memorials preferred to Methodist Hospice or The Humane Society. Gearty-Delmore 952-926-1615 Yankoski George, age 69, of Buffalo. Please see notice later. Serving the The Peterson Chapel Buffalo Ziermann Martha age 83, of Mayer. Preceded in death by son, Harlin; and daughter, Pat Fasching.

Survived by husband, Hilbert; children, Marlys, Harriet, Marty, Harvey, Douglas, Curtis and Keith; 17 GC; 13 GGC. Services Thursday 2 PM, Zion Lutheran Church, Mayer. Visitation Johnson Funeral Home, Waconia, 952-442-2121, Wed. 4-8 PM and at church 1 hour prior to the service. Chapel Service 7:00 PM Wed.

Interment Church Cemetery. Swanson Marion age 88, of Hawley, MN, formerly of Mpls, passed away in Fargo, ND. Marion Wiste was born on to Thorvald Bertha Christine Wiste in Lake Park, MN. On she married Donald Swanson. In 1945, they moved to Detroit Lakes, MN, for a short time before moving to Mpls.

She moved into assisted living in Hawley, MN in May of 2002 and resided there until the time of her death. Marion loved her home in Mpls, loved her neighbors there and also her friends on Leech Lake in Walker, MN, where she and Don had a vacation home. Marion taught school in rural one-room schools and did secretarial work in her maiden years. In later years, she was a tip-top housewife and mother who did volunteer work. Preceded in death by husband, Don and daughter, Sharon.

She is survived by two nieces and four nephews. Interment Hillside Cemetery. Funeral service Wednesday, 2 PM, with visitation 1 hour prior at: Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel 2610 19th Ave NE, Mpls 612-781-1999 Welter Charles John Welter, DDS, 77, of Andover, MN (formerly of Shoreview, MN) passed away peacefully in his sleep Sunday, March 21, 2004. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Ruth Welter. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Audrey Delores Welter.

He was a loving father to his children, Lee Zimmerley (James), Charles (friend Judy Guyer), Mary Schmolke (Theodore), Debra Raki- eten (Steven), Cheryl Monson (William); 13 grandchildren, 2 great- grandchildren; sister, Marilyn King; nieces and nephews. Chuck was born in St. Paul, MN on November 16, 1926 and attended the University of MN where he obtained his degree in Dentistry. He served with the United States Army during World War II. Chuck made many significant contributions to the Dental community over the years.

He was a founding member of the North Star Dental Study Club; Founder, member of Board of Governors, and Past President of the Minnesota Academy for Gnathological Research; Past President of the Minnesota Academy of Restorative Dentistry, Lifetime member and Past President of the Minnesota Dental Association; University of MN School of Dentistry Professor; Associate Professor Restorative Sciences; past member of many other Associations. Mass of Resurrection 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 24 at the Church of the Epiphany, 111th Ave. and Hanson Blvd NW, Coon Rapids (763755-1020). Visitation 1 hour prior to Mass. Interment at Fort Snelling following luncheon.

Memorials preferred to The of School of Dentistry, Moos Tower, Rm 15-209, Mpls, MN 55455. Washburn-McReavy 763-767-1000 2 PLOTS Sunset Memorial, $2000 each or $3500 for both. 952-942-7954 sunset memorial park 2 side by side cemetery lots. $2000 651-645-4395 FUNERAL CHAPELS CREMATION SERVICE 12 Convenient Chapels For 24-hour assistance call 612-377-2203 Schultz Francis age 80, of Robbinsdale. Funeral notice later.

Gearty-Delmore 763-537-4511 Billman-Hunt 2701 Central Av. NE.789-3535 Scott Donald James Scott, 84, died March 22, 2004 at Seaside Health Center at Atlantic Shores in Virginia Beach. A native of Minneapolis, Minnesota, he was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Constance M. Scott, his parents, Leland W. and Winifred S.

Scott and his daughter, Mary Esther Scott, all also of Minneapolis. Survivors include his daughter, Constance Scott Lea and her husband, Page G. Lea of Virginia Beach; his grandson, Page G. Lea, Jr. of Arlington, Virginia, and his granddaughter, Susan S.

Lea of Virginia Beach. A student at Grinnell College, Mr. Scott interrupted his studies to serve his country with distinction during World War II as a First Lieutenant and B-24 Pilot in the Army Air Core. He flew 40 combat missions totaling 400 combat hours in the Southwest Pacific Theatre. Of particular note was his participation on September 30, 1944 in the 307th Bombardment Group's successful raid on the Japanese oil refinery at Balikpapan, Borneo, involving a 17 and hour flight covering 2600 miles, further than any mass daylight mission ever flown up to that time.

For his service and bravery, Mr. Scott was awarded the Air Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, the Philippine Liberation Medal and the Asiatic Pacific Medal with five Bronze Stars. Following the war, Mr. Scott began his career in the insurance industry, earning his CLU designation and eventually becoming the branch manager and senior sales executive for North American Life and Casualty Company in Minneapolis. Known for his warm, friendly nature, Mr.

Scott enjoyed lightheartedly cajoling prospects with his favorite sales pitch, "It's a bad policy not to have a good one!" He was involved in numerous civic endeavors in the Twin Cities area and also served as an Elder at Westminster Presbyterian Church. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, by Dr. Edward L. Moore. In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions in his memory to the building fund at Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church, 2228 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23456.

The family would like to extend sincere thanks and appreciation to his aide and friend, Mrs. Joan Taylor. MILLER FUNERAL HOME Fridley Chapel 763-571-1300 Tate Lorraine age 88, of St. Paul, formerly of Brooklyn Center Fergus Falls, MN, on Mar. 18, 2004.

Funeral service Mar. 24, 11:00 AM at Park Avenue United Methodist Church, 3400 Park Mpls. Visitation Tues. (TODAY) Mar. 23, 5-8 PM at Werness Brothers one hour prior at church.

Interment at Lakewood Cemetery. WERNESS BROTHERS 3500 W. 50th St. Mpls 612-927-8641 dignitymemorial.com MORRIS NILSEN 6527 Portland612-869-3226 EVANS-NORDBY 533-3000 424-4000 Helpful Telephone Numbers Social Security Admin. 1-800-772-1213 Service available from 7 a.m.

to 7 p.m. on business days. Call to provide notification of death or to inquire about survivor benefits. U.S. Dept.

Of Veterans Affairs (VA) 1-800-827-1000 Call for survivor benefits, burial benefits or to provide notification of death. United Way 2-1-1 Metro: 2-1-1 or (651) 291-0211 Free, confidential, multilingual information is offered 24 hours every day. United Way 2-1-1 is a unique community information and referral service. Call if you need to know where to turn for help. Smith Robert Francis, 84, of Aitkin, died Saturday, March 20, 2004 in Aicota Health Care Center, Aitkin.

He was born July 11, 1919 in St. Paul to Jacob and Anne (Nelson) Smith. He graduated from Johnson High School, St. Paul. He was a U.S.

Navy Veteran serving WW II. He retired after 38 years of service for 7-Up Co. in St. Louis, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Anne Smith.

Robert is survived by two sons daughter-in-law, Robert F. (Linda Lou) Smith, Jr. of Aitkin and Steven R. Smith of Salt Lake City, UT; 4 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be 10 AM Thursday in St.

James Catholic Church, Aitkin. Fr. Paul Fruth will officiate. Visitation will be 6 to 8 PM Wednesday in Sorensen- Root-Thompson Funeral Home, Aitkin, and will continue 1 hour prior to the service in the church. Burial with military honors will be Friday, 11 AM in Ft.

Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis. Arr. by Sorensen- Root-Thompson Funeral Home, Aitkin. Theis Roman E. Theis, age 72, of Little Canada, died unexpectedly on March 21, 2004.

Preceded in death by brother, Raymond. Survived by wife, Allegra; children, Diane, Michael, Daniel, Shirley, Sheila, Thomas, Darcie and Holly; brother, Larry; sisters, Rita, Veronica and Theresa; also 13 grandchildren, many nieces, nephews friends. Visitation at MUELLER-BIES FUNERAL HOME-ROSEVILLE, 2130 N. Dale on Wednesday, March 24 from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

MUELLER-BIES 651-487-2550 Patricia Walton Still missed by family and friends IN MEMORIAM It is the custom of many persons to publish an In Memoriam verse as a token of respect to the memory of one who has gone. Insertion of an ad in Memoriam additional assistance in correct phrasing may be arranged by telephoning 612-673-4130 Wilkinson Lloyd, age 78, of Wyoming. Lloyd was called home by the Lord on March 21, 2004. Lloyd was a WWII Navy Veteran. Survived by his loving wife, Dee, of 40 years; 5 children: Beth, Reed, Patricia, Karen, Terry; 11 grandchildren: Justin, Mandy, John, Matthew, Luke, Joseph, Leland, Neil, Jeremy, Melissa, Jessica; many nieces, nephews and cousins; 2 godchildren, Kristin Doe and Daniel Sloper; 2 loving kitties, Jellybean and Rainbow.

Lloyd was preceded in death by brother, George; 2 sisters, Gloria and Donna; granddaughter, Ruth. A Memorial Service will be 11:00 AM Thursday, March 25, 2004 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 5879 Wyoming Trail, Wyoming. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the family or St. Paul Lutheran Church Crafters.

Mattson Funeral Home 651-464-3556 www.mattson funeralhome.com Thompson (nee Buchholtz) Betty, age 60, of Northfield, formerly of Red Wing. Survived by husband, Bob; parents, Walter Grace Buchholtz of Goodhue; 3 step-sons, Patrick (Donna) of Red Wing, Michael of Burnsville, Christopher (Sara) of Apple Valley. Services 11 AM Wednesday at St. John's Lutheran Ch, 500 W. 3rd Northfield.

Visitation one hour prior. Memorials are preferred to St. John's Luth. Ch. Benson Langehough (507) 645-5123 They will come back.

Come back again. As long as the red Earth rolls. He never wasted a leaf or a tree. Do you think He would squander souls? -Rudyard Kipling They will come back. Come back again.

As long as the red Earth rolls. He never wasted a leaf or a tree. Do you think He would squander souls? -Rudyard Kipling Tsai Yukee age 85, died March 20, 2004. Full notice Mar. 24.

A reception will be held in her memory from 1-3 PM Friday, March 26 at the Cremation Society of MN, 4343 Nicollet Ave 612-825-2435. And so thy thoughts when thou are gone, Love itself shall slumber on. Shelley.