Obituaries

Jul 9, 2023

Henry A. Youngvorst (66), of Staples, Minnesota, passed away on July 9, 2023, after a brief battle with an aggressive form of lung cancer.

Henry, fondly known as “Cork” by family and loved ones, was born on November 25th, 1956, in St. Paul, Minnesota and was the youngest of seven children to Lucas and Evelyn...

Jul 8, 2023

Stanley B. Spangler, 76, passed away at St. Francis Hospital on July 8, 2023. A Funeral Service will be held for Stanley at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery on July 27, 2023 at 11;30AM.

Stanley is survived by his children, Steve Spangler, Stephanie (Kenny) Stewart, Victoria (Jess Halverson) Spangler, Joe (Tracy) Spangler, and Brian (Kristie) Spangler; grandchildren, Catherine...

Jul 7, 2023

Jeanne Hecker McKennon, of Prior Lake, went home to Heaven on July 7, 2023, at the age of 98. A Christian Funeral will be held on Monday, July 17, 2023, at 11:00 AM with visitation one-hour prior at the Prior Lake Baptist Church (5690 Credit River Road SE) in Prior Lake. Pastor Stephen Choi will preside, and Jeanne’s...

Jul 6, 2023

Karen Kay was known for her love of all things Sparkly, you could see it in the clothes that she wore, decorations in her home and the twinkle in her eyes.

She left this life peacefully on May 17, 2023 with her 4 daughters at her side.

She was 39 (well, that’s what...

Jul 5, 2023

Roger Ruff, of Shakopee, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 at the age of 59. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 11, 2023 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM. Celebration of Life Service is Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 11:00 AM with visitation one-hour prior. All services will be held at Ballard-Sunder...

Jul 4, 2023

Tom Heimkes, age 66, formerly of Jordan, MN, entered eternal peace on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, at his home in Arlington, MN.

A graveside service honoring Tom will be held on Friday, July 21, 2023, at 3 pm, at St. John Calvary Cemetery, 4950 Kreuser Road, Jordan, MN. The family requests that in lieu of flowers that...

Jul 1, 2023

LeArnold “Lee” Klingberg, age 79, a lifelong resident of Prior Lake, MN, sadly left his family’s side on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, MN.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2023, from 4-7 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake and on Friday, July...

Jun 30, 2023

Jeffrey “Jeff” Wells Bolkcom, age 59, died after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease and essential tremors on Friday, June 30, 2023.

A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at 3 pm, with a gathering starting at 1 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake. A private...

Jun 29, 2023

James “Jim” H. Grassmann, age 75, peacefully entered eternal life on June 29, 2023. A Time of Gathering to honor Jim will be held from 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM with Closing Words & Prayers at 2:00 PM on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 First St W, Jordan, MN 55352. Interment Spirit Hill Cemetery,...

Jun 28, 2023

1933 – 2023

Werner “John” Pipkorn, a talented artist and illustrator, passed away on June 28, 2023. He was born in St. Paul, Minnesota in 1933, attended Central High School in St. Paul, and served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged, John attended Art Center College of...

Jun 26, 2023

Frederick William Delarye, age 71, of Prior Lake, MN, formerly of Palmer, MI, passed away in the presence of his wife, Lynn on Monday, June 26, 2023, at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, MN.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 11 am, with a time of gathering starting at 9...

Jun 26, 2023

On Monday June 26th, 2023, Joseph Richard Hobart, passed away suddenly at the age of 1 hour and 8 minutes. He was born early on June 26th, 2023 at 20 weeks and 4 days gestation at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee, MN. He was born at 7:11 am and received an emergency baptism shortly after his birth....

Jun 25, 2023

Harrison Roger Blonigen received his Heavenly wings on Sunday, June 25, 2023, one day before his fifth birthday.

A visitation for Harrison will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2023, from 4-7 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 West First Street, Jordan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 30, 2023, with...

Jun 19, 2023

Rozora Schroeder, 100, formerly of Manning, IA, went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 19, 2023. A graveside service will be held for Rozora at Manning Cemetery on July 18, 2023 starting at 1pm. Pastor Robert Riggert will be presiding.

On December 4, 1922 in Manning, Iowa, parents Emil and Margaret (Stang) Kuhn...

Jun 17, 2023

Nyunt Nyunt “Emerald” Thein, age 73, passed away on June 17, 2023. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, June 23, 2023 at First Burma Christ Church, 499 Wacouta St. S., St. Paul, MN, with Reverend Mehm Mya Thi officiating. Visitation time will be held prior to services from 10:00 – 11:00 AM....

Jun 17, 2023

Marcia Jean (Huppler) Koehn, age 80, of Prior Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, June 17th, 2023 from NASH liver cancer. A celebration of life will be held for Marcia on Friday, June 23rd at 4 PM, with visitation from 1 – 4 PM, both at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior...

Jun 17, 2023

Marie Schirmacher Berry, age 86 of Chaska, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

A celebration of Marie’s life will be held on Sunday, July 23, 2023 at 2 PM, with time of gathering beginning at 1:30 PM, all at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 1 st St W, Jordan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials...

Jun 16, 2023

Donna Mae Bester, age 69, of Prior Lake, MN, passed peacefully surrounded by family in her home on Friday, June 16, 2023.

A celebration of life honoring Donna will be held on Thursday, June 22, 2023, at 6 pm, with a time of gathering starting at 3 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE,...

Jun 16, 2023

Robert Greden, 73, of Prior Lake, passed away surrounded by his family on June 16, 2023. An Open House will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 from 4-7pm at Ballard Sunder Funeral and Cremation in Prior Lake (4565 Pleasant St.) to honor Bob’s life.

On January 11, 1950, Wally and Irene (Hasse) Greden were...

Jun 14, 2023

Mary Hazelton, age 89, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2023 at New Perspective Senior Living, Prior Lake. Celebration of Life will be held at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 Marschall Rd, Shakopee. A time of gathering will be held one hour prior to services from 5:30...