Svardal, Dwaine Hilmer of Sandstone, MN loving father and grandfather passed away unexpectedly on June 23rd, 2016 at the age of 70 years old. He was born on January 20, 1946 to Conrad and Catherine (Wolf) Svardal in Sandstone, MN where he grew up and graduated from the Sandstone High School. He proudly served as a police officer for the city of Minneapolis for 29 years. He was an active member of the Danforth Community Chapel. He enjoyed singing and dancing. He was preceded in death by his wife Celia (Scott) Svardal, his mother and father Catherine and Conrad, his brother Donald Svardal, sister-in-law Janet Svardal, stepson Steve Scott, and nephew Eric Conrad Svardal. Dwaine is survived by his sister Loretta (Frank); daughters Doreen, Diane, Denise (Brandon); his step-daughter-in-law Kathy, step-children: David (Pam), Kevin (Dana), Larry (Pam), Randy, Kenneth, Susan (Steve) and grandchildren Brittney, Devin, Konnor, Braxton, Braddax, Gavin, Sarah, Derik, Shaun, Aaron, Zeke, Taylor, Hailey, Riley, Louis; his nephews and neices; Daniel Svardal, Sarah (Shadrach) Powell, Rachel Svardal, Catherine (Keith) Workman, Jacqueline (Timothy) Sorenson, Scott Cloutier (Sara Bergan) a great niece and numerous great nephews. There will be a visitation on Monday evening, June 27th with a public reviewal at the Methven Funeral Home in Sandstone from 6-8 pm. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 28th at 11 am at Danforth Community Chapel in Danforth, MN., which is 11 miles east of Sandstone on Hwy 123 and 1 mile north on Route 22 (GPS does not recognize this rural location.) Following the service, luncheon will be served at Danforth Community Chapel and internment will follow at Spring Park Cemetery in Sandstone. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Grindstone Lake Bible Camp in Dwaine Svardal’s name are suggested. Methven Funeral Home 320-245-2376 methvenfuneralhome.com

Published on June 25, 2016

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Soltis, John Richard age 74, of Upsala, MN, died Friday, May 13, 2016, at the Country Manor Health Care & Rehab Center in Sartell, MN after a series of three strokes. It appears he made his choice on Tuesday, May 9, 2016 “not to be warehoused in a nursing home” when he begin declining food and water. Services celebrating his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 28, 2016, at the Bowlus Community Center in Bollus, MN. John Soltis last wishes where to be cremated and have his ashes spread on Long Lake near Burtrum, MN. John Soltis was born on June 24, 1941 in Elmdale Township, Morrison County, Minnesota the son of Harry J. & Helen G. (George) Soltis. He graduated from Upsala High School, Class of 1959. Following high school, he was appointed as a cadet to West Point, and then served as Armor Intel Specialist in the United States Army. After he was honorably discharged on August 6, 1962, he worked on the railroad before becoming a police officer in Minneapolis where he received commendations in 1967 and 1968. He retired from the police force after being injured in the line of duty while performing an arrest as an undercover Morals Officer. He enjoyed finishing which included catching a 20 lb 4 oz northern pike. He enjoyed coaching softball including a state championship women’s slow pitch team in 1985. He was an avid horse handicapper. He enjoyed cribbage, and numerous other card games. He was a collector of antiques including a large collection of Depression Glass. He was fairly handy doing electrical work in spare time for friends and restoring a 1928 Gulbersan Player Piano over a three year period. He is survived by his son, Derek “DJ” Soltis along with grandchildren, Zoe Soltis and Holden Soltis; son, Edward Stumpf; siblings, David (Jean) Soltis of St. Francis, MN, Mary Lou (Roger) Suchy of Brooklyn Center, MN, James “Sam” Soltis of Leonard, MN, Ralph Soltis of Bruno, MN, Pat (Rick) Erlandson of Maple Grove, MN, Marvin “Butch” (Tera) Soltis of McFarland, WI, Kathy Johnson FL, Arlene “Annie” (Darrell) Larsen of Royalton, MN, Chuck (Shirley) Soltis of Little Falls, MN, and Harold “Gopher” (Bonnie) Soltis of Rice, MN; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Published on May 23, 2016
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Morrill, Richard J. (Dick) 71 of Minneapolis and Green Valley, AZ, passed away peacefully of lung cancer on May 24, 2016. He will be missed with sadness but celebrated with joy. Dick used up every bit of his nine lives and more – including four heart attacks, nine cancers (never chemo), and COPD – and did it his way. Dick loved every minute of the 27 years he spent with the Minneapolis Police Department in many different divisions including Special Operations Division, K-9, and Homicide. He also was a Founding Father of the Emerald Society of MN. He enjoyed fishing, gambling, experimental cooking, photography, hats and spending time with family and friends that he loved so much and hated to leave – childhood sweetheart and wife of 49 years Pat, three children and their families – Maureen of St. Paul; Sean and Amy of Savage and their three sons Leo, Ike, and Arnie; Tricia of Minneapolis and her daughter Saraphina; brother Gene of Silver Springs, MD; sister Kay Guidera of Charleston, SC and her two sons Matt and Sean; and a large extended family. Greeting him are stillborn son Patrick, parents – Gene and Loretta, brother-in-law Bob Guidera and too many other family and friends that have gone before him. Visitation to be held Tuesday, May 31, from 9:00-10:45 am at Incarnation Church, 3817 Pleasant Ave S, Minneapolis 55409. Funeral Mass at 11:00 am with lunch to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Incarnation Building Restoration Fund, Fairview Hospice Metro, or a charity close to your heart. Private inurnment at a later date. Cremation Society (612) 825-2435

Published on May 28, 2016
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McKelvey, John “Jack” Age 81, of Clear Lake passed away 5/14/2016. Preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Agnes; brothers, Jim, Don, Bob. Survived by his wife of 43 years, Judy McKelvey; children, Robin (Leander) Schlosser, Todd Helmer, Jackie McKelvey; granddaughters, Angela, Paige, Kari; grandson, Jack McKelvey; brothers, Dick, Doug (Gail). Jack was a Minneapolis Police Officer for 25 years; he also served as the Mayor of Andover for 8 years. Long time Andover and Clear Lake Lions member. Jack enjoyed spending time with his family at the cabin. Funeral Service 10:00 am Wednesday (5/25/16) at Gearhart Funeral Home (11275 Foley Blvd. NW. Coon Rapids). Visitation 5-8 pm Tuesday (5/24/16) at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Private family interment. GearhartFuneralHome.com

Published on May 21, 2016
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Lindfors, Arthur W. 93, Mpls, MN passed away 12/24/15 in Sun City, AZ. 20 yr veteran serv. in WWII & Korean War. Survived by Sharon (daughter), David (son); grandchildren Susan, Dan, Kristen, Jeanette & Samantha; gr. grandchildren, Lindsey, Nicholas, Leah, Olimpia, Jordan, Rosalie, Gavin; Vera (niece). No memorial services.

Published on January 9, 2016
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Holley, Carroll F., Jr. “Frank” of Lakeville. Frank joined his heavenly family on February 25, 2016 after a short courageous battle with cancer. He retired from the Minneapolis Police Department as a Sergeant after 40 years. Frank was preceded in death by his father, Carroll Sr. Survived by his loving wife of 32 years, Joanne; children, Matthew, Anna and Megan; mother, Doris Meggitt; step-mother, Alease Holley; siblings, Bill Meggitt, John Meggitt, Rich (Nancy) Meggitt, Doug Meggitt, Dave Meggitt, Steve (Kathy) Holley, Maribeth (Steve) Lindemuth, also by many other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held 11 AM Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at Berean Baptist Church, 309 Co. Rd. 42, Burnsville, MN. With visitation from 5-8 PM Tuesday (3/1) at White Funeral Home, 20134 Kenwood Tr., (Co. Rd. 50) Lakeville, also one hour prior to service at church. Interment, All Saints Cemetery, Lakeville. White F.H. 952-469-2723 Condolences: whitefuneralhomes.com

Published on February 27, 2016
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Godfrey, Gary O. Age 75, of NE Minneapolis, passed peacefully on 2/3/16 after a long battle with cancer. Preceded in death by sister, Mary Grider. Survived by children: Cindy (Bob) Trester, Cheryl (Pat) McCargar & Allen (Christina) Godfrey; grandchildren: Melissa (Chris) LaFayette, Melanie (Brian) Johnson, Marc (Ashley) McCarthy, Grant & Garrett McCargar, Alayna, Corbin & Mallory Godfrey; great-grand-children: Evan, Ethan, Owen & Wyatt; brother-in-law, Charles Grider; niece & nephew, Lynn (Terry) Kraus & Ted Grider; other family & friends. Gary spent over 26 years with the Minneapolis Police Department, served in the Navy and was a longtime member of the NE Lions Club, Eagle’s & Arcana Lodge. Gary’s caring heart led him to a life of service to his community and his family. A Celebration of Gary’s life will be held at KOZLAK-RADULOVICH CHAPEL (1918 University Ave. NE) Saturday at 11 AM with visitation one hour prior. Inurnment Hillside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. kozlakradulovich.com “A Celebration of Life” 612-789-8869

Published on February 6, 2016
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Mattson, Einar L. Age 94 of Garrison, MN, formerly of Mpls., MN passed away on February 21, 2016. Preceded in death by wife Dorothy; brothers Martin, Clarence and Richard. Survived by children Michael, Greg (Linda), Mark, Carol (Steve) Gilbert; grandchildren Joshua, Nick, Heather, John, Amy, Amanda and Allison; great grandchildren Soren and Greta. Einar was a WWII Navy Veteran. Retired from Mpls. Police Department and Hennepin Co. Sheriff’s Office. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Funeral service 12:00 noon on Thursday, February 25 at Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel at Historic Fort Snelling, Hwy. 5 and 55, Mpls. with visitation one-half hour prior to service and also 5-8 PM Wednesday at: Washburn-McReavy.com Nokomis Park Chapel 612-721-1651 1838 E. Minnehaha Parkway

Published on February 24, 2016
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Hanson, Thomas Arthur passed away on January 14th, 2016 at home surrounded by his son, Greg and friend Joyce. He was 72. Tom was born June 14th, 1943 in Minneapolis, MN to Arthur and Hazel Hanson. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1961. He attended the U of M and graduated with an AA degree in 1964. In 1966, Tom enlisted in the US Army and served 5 years. On Aug. 17th, 1968 he married Judith Krug. Tom dedicated 27 years to serving on the Minneapolis Police Dept. He earned his way through the ranks and retired on June 12th, 1993 as a Lieutenant. After Tom retired he and Judy moved to Emily, MN where they built a home on Lake Roosevelt. Tom enjoyed the lake, cars, fishing, watching his grandchildren’s many activities and spending time with family and friends. He is preceded in death by his wife, Judy; mother, Hazel and father, Arthur. He is survived by his son, Greg (Brenda); grandchildren, Brooke & Ty; sisters, Sharon (Art) Mitchell, Marlys (Paul) Winkelman, Barbie Lockler; brothers, Brian (Barb) Hanson, Rick Hanson, Steve (Lorraine) Hanson; many nieces and nephews; and special friend, Joyce Peterson. Memorial service Tuesday, Jan. 19 at 11:00 AM, visitation 10:00 AM at Crosslake Lutheran Church, 35960 County Rd. 66, Crosslake, MN 56442.

Published on January 16, 2016
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