Age 84 of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a brief illness on April 12, 2024.

Preceded in death by wife, Judith; parents, Joe & Marie.

Survived by sons, Joe (Joanne), David, Gary Michael (Kim Erspamer); grandchildren, Catherine, Tom, Mark, Tim.

Proud Marine Veteran. Retired as Captain after 30 years with the Department of Corrections. Gary liked to golf, bowl, and be with friends drinking beer and pulling tabs.

Visitation 4-7 pm Tuesday, April 23, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave, Inver Grove Heights.

Special thanks to Ecumen Lakeview Commons and Hospice Care.

Age 81 of Inver Grove Heights.

Passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024. Preceded in death by her husband, James D. Facente Sr.; sister, Sandra Meissner. Survived by daughter, Jennie (Dan) Viner; grandchildren, Trevor (Bethany), Dominic, Carter, Brooke & Brady; nephew, Brian; also survived by other relatives & friends.

JoAnn loved her grandchildren dearly and travel, especially cruises with her sister, Sandy. Memorial Service 12:00 Noon, Friday, April 19^th at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 1 hour prior to the service.

Age 80 of Inver Grove Heights

Passed away peacefully on April 9, 2024.  Preceded in death by husband, George; parents, Otto & Ethel Deustermann; sister, Judy Peterson. Survived by daughters, Laurie (Mark) Thelen, Michele Paine & LeeAnn (Shawn) Ockwig; 8 grandchildren, Tyler (Corinne) Paine, Quinci Paine, McKinley Paine, Devinn Paine, Matthew Thelen, Jacob Thelen, Caitlyn Ockwig (Joe Mangin) & Rebecca Ockwig; siblings, Carol (Bob) Stage, Ron (Betty) Deustermann & Nancy (Jim) Tuerk; brother-in-law, Richard Sellner; also many other family & friends.

Mary grew up on the West Side of St. Paul, attending St. Matthew’s School and graduating from Humboldt High School in 1961.  She worked as a legal secretary, meeting her husband George at the water cooler at Sperry Univac, where he worked as a techical draftsman. Mary and George raised their three daughters in So. St. Paul and Inver Grove Heights, and in 1981 and she returned to work at Brown & Bigelow.  She continued her career at Murnane Law Firm and St. Paul Traveler’s, retiring after decades as a legal secretary.  Mary became a widow in 1999, after 35 years of mairriage.  She enjoyed her 8 grandchildren, taking great joy in their milestones and accomplishments over the years.  Mary traveled widely, exploring the world with wonderful friends.  She kept busy in retirement exercising at the YMCA in Eagan, where her friend group deepened each week as they spent lunch at Panera, laughing and sharing stories.  She enjoyed singing in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church choir and volunteering at Neighbors, Inc., in So. St. Paul, in the footsteps of her father.  Mary developed Type 1 Diabetes later in life, along with M.S. and Lewy Body Dementia.  She ended her days at Valley Ridge Retirement Community in memory care.

Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am, Saturday, April 13^th, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 9:00-10:00 am prior to Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.

Ronald J. Kubes passed away peacefully on April 6th, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 9th, 1940 in Northfield Minnesota. He graduated from Northfield High School and Mankato State University. He worked for the State of Minnesota for 40 years and for Red Cross for 12 years. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with family, working out, playing cards and gardening. Ron will be remembered for his strong handshakes and hugs, and his love for his family and friends. He touched the lives of many with his kindness and exceptance of others. He is survived by his loving wife Kay, son Mike (Fabiana), daughters, Lynn Tschida (Steve), Diane Sewell, Kathy Kubes. Grandchildren Rayjon (Elizabeth), Kalie (Josh), Jada, Mikie, Connor, Camden, Marcelo. Great-grandchildren, Ariiana, Jordan, Madeline, Marielle. Sister- Mary Jane When asked what is the key to a successful marriage? Ron said that all you need to say is the following six words “yes dear”, “I’m sorry” and “You’re right”. It worked because he was married for 62 years to his one and only. The love he shared with his loving wife could be seen by everyone who knew him. He will be missed dearly! He is proceded in death by his parents Charles and Rose Kubes and his brothers; Stan, Joe, Ray, Ed, Chuck and Dick. Sisters; Cecilia, Rose Mary, Millie Visitation on Wednesday April 17, 2024 2:30-3:45pm along with Memorial Service 4:00 pm at Roberts Funeral Home 8108 Barbara Ave. Inver Grove Heights. A light dinner will be held at The Grove 8055 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights.

Walter “Wally” Joseph Snyder, age 75 passed away on Saturday, March 30, 2024.  Walter was formerly from Anoka, Inver Grove Heights, Lake St. Croix Beach, Afton, and Lake Vermilion Tower, MN. He started wintering in Alamo TX in 2006.

Walter was born on July 4, 1948. He was one of seven children of William and Bernadette (Bouley) Snyder.

Walter attended 1^st-4^th grades at St. Stephens School in Anoka, 5^th-8^th grades at Holy Trinity in So. St. Paul, 9^th grade at St. John’s Prep in Collegeville, and 10^th-12^th grades at Simley High School in Inver Grove Heights.  In High School he performed in a play and played hockey.  After graduating High School, he attended TVI and received a two-year degree in technical drawing/drafting.  He worked for Univac and Wisemantel as a draftsman.  A friend, Dave, hired Wally as an electrical helper.  Dave introduced Wally to Gordy & Muriel Miller at the Saint Paul Yacht Club.  The Miller’s hired Wally as a harbor master who helped the dock boy. He also helped the Miller’s build a houseboat in 1971.  Capt. William Bowell offered Wally a job the spring of 1972 to work on his excursion boat (the Padelford).  Wally received his Coast Guard License for passenger vessels in July of 1972.  He became General Manager besides his Captain’s position for the company.  Not only did Wally work for the Padelford but relatives Connie, Shane, Amy and Gina held summer jobs (while they were going to college) Rick and Julie (as second jobs).  Wally did leave his position with the Padeford twice.  He resigned once to be a truck mechanic for Thell Oil.  He resigned the second time to work on tow boats for Pilot River Transportation, Inc. where he received his Coast Guard license for tow boats.  He spent a total of 19 years working on the Mississippi River.

Walter married the love of his life, Shirley Ruth Forester on November 26, 1977.   Wally resigned his position at the Padelford for the last time in 1990.   In 1990 Walter, Shirley and Paul Snyder incorporated Snyder Industries, Inc. and bought an existing custom built dock manufacturing company and barge service on Lake Vermilion.  They renamed the DBA name from Smith’s Landing to Eagle Docks.  The Snyder’s sold Eagle Docks in 2006 and retired.

Walter was an Honorary Life member of both the 3^rd Degree (Council #3659) and 4^th Degree (Msgr. Ravoux Assembly 529) of the Knights of Columbus.  He was a retired volunteer fireman and EMT of the Greenwood Township Fire Department on Lake Vermilion.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Ruth Marie, parents William & Bernadette Snyder; and grandparents.  He is survived by his wife, Shirley; brothers David (Clarene), Paul, Rick (JoAnn), Alan (Cathy); sisters Mary Jo (Rick) Thormahlen, Julie Ann (Bob) Kienitz, many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am, Friday, May 3rd, at the Church of St. Patrick, 3535 72^nd St., Inver Grove Heights. Visitation 10:00-11:00 am prior to Mass at church.

Age 60 of St. Paul

Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 26, 2024. Preceded in death by parents, Bob & Clare Dunn; brother, Bill. Survived by his daughter, Cassidy (Luke Wallace), and her mother, Julie; son, Jordan Kelliher; sisters, Kathy Finn, Colleen (Rich) Pfeffer, Rosemary Kinney, Terri Dunn; nephew, who was like a brother, Bobby (Lori) Finn; Goddaughter, Shawna (Dan) Terrell; nephews, Derrick (Jodie) Pfeffer, Luke (Sarah) Pfeffer, Jacob Kinney, Chase Unruh, Kyle Unruh, Connor Finn; nieces, Erin (Charlie) Ellison, Lindsey (Derek) Niebur, Addison Finn, as well as many other family and friends.

Patrick had a deep love for hockey, which he played and followed with great enthusiasm. He also enjoyed traveling, golfing, fishing, snowmobiling and playing on co-ed sporting teams; valuing the time spent with his friends over the activities themselves. His love for sports was incorporated into his time as a parent spending countless summers playing softball, basketball, tennis and riding bikes with his daughter. He loved being a dad and surprising his daughter with activities, from building a swimming pool and trampoline in the backyard to spontaneous vacations.

Family meant everything to Patrick. As the youngest, Pat was blessed with four sisters, who held a special place in his heart. Their close-knit bond was evident to everyone, as he and his siblings never missed an opportunity to joke with one another. He also shared many adventures with his nephew Bobby, with whom he grew up alongside, creating a special connection. He spent his youth attending Harding High School on the eastside of Saint Paul, where he met many lifelong friends. He cherished every moment shared with loved ones, forming lasting memories.

One of Patrick’s greatest joys was making people laugh. His sense of humor was infectious, and he had a gift for bringing smiles to those around him. Patrick had a magnetic personality, everyone wanted to be around him because of his kindness, humor and ability to make friends with anyone.

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 am Saturday April 13^th, at the Church of the Assumption, 51 7th St. W., St. Paul, with visitation from 10:00 am -11:00 am prior to service. Interment Calvary Cemetery, St. Paul. A Celebration luncheon will follow at Park Place, 200 Broadway Ave., St. Paul Park, MN.

Age 69 of Hastings, Minnesota

Cynthia left this world peacefully on March 28, 2024.

Cindy was born on December 23, 1954 on the naval base in Groton, CT.  She graduated from Anoka High School in 1972.  She spent most of her career as a trucking dispatcher in Minnesota and Wisconsin, most recently for Kane Transport, Inc. in Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota.

Cindy enjoyed outdoor activities, camping, fishing and relaxing by the campfire.  She loved spending time with her sons, grandchildren and sister and will be greatly missed by many.

Cindy is survived by her sons, David (Lisa) Kasel of Forest Lake, MN and Daniel Kasel of Inver Grove Heights, MN., her grandchildren, Kylie, Kayla, Andrew, Levi and Boston; great-grandson, Owen. She is also survived by her sister Carol (Rich) Best and brother, Mike (Simone) Trossen, many nieces, nephews and friends.

Cindy was preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Trossen, sisters, Pam and Patty.

Memorial service 2:00pm Thursday, April 11^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Heights MN with a visitation 1:00-2:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you donate to a charity of your choice in Cindy’s name.

Age 94

Was born on June 23, 1929, in St. Paul, MN and passed away on March 29, 2024.  She is survived by son, Conrad Jr. (Christine); daughters, Ana (Ron), Donna (Pedro), Rebecca; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, several brothers & sisters. There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all. Funeral Service 11:00 am Friday April 5^th, at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Ave., Inver Grove Hts. with visitation from 10-11am prior to service. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery, Maplewood.