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- Wallace Dwaine Eklund
- Michael Richard Elasky
- Lynn A. Hanson
- Johanna F. 'Anneke' Jessup
- Mildred Charlotte (Westley) Jung
- Reverend Christopher Burt Morton
- Joseph J. Trost
St. Paul guitarist Billy Larson, 'a Kmart Keith Richards,' dies of brain cancer
The proud St. Paul East Sider was co-founder of the Minnesota Music Café.
Former Sen. Joe Lieberman, Democrats' VP pick in 2000, dead at 82
Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman of Connecticut, who nearly won the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and who almost became Republican John McCain's running mate eight years later, has died, according to a statement issued by his family.
Richard Serra, who recast sculpture on a massive scale, dies at 85
Many people in the art world urged Serra to stop making sculpture after a rigger was crushed to death in 1975 when one plate of a piece being installed at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis accidentally came loose.
William Whitworth, revered writer and editor, is dead at 87
Among Whitworth's accomplishments: After Garrison Keillor wrote an article for The New Yorker about the Grand Ole Opry, "he pushed me to do a Saturday night variety show myself, patterned on the Opry, which led to 'A Prairie Home Companion,' " Keillor said.
David Harris, the first Black pilot hired by a major U.S. airline, has died at 89
David E. Harris, who flew bombers for the U.S. military and broke barriers in 1964 when he became the first Black pilot hired at a major U.S. airline, has died. He was 89.
From Mumbai to Minnesota, Srimati Neenaben Gada shared her native Indian culture
Arriving as an immigrant in her 20s, Neena Gada helped create a home for Indian culture in Minnesota.
David Leventhal, who led Cecil's Deli in St. Paul for more than four decades, dies at 85
Leventhal and his wife, Sheila, owned and operated the Highland Park institution and ensured the family business would pass to his children and grandchildren.
Joe Madison, radio host who merged talk format and activism, dies at 74
Lorraine Blumenfeld Hertz, who stayed positive through WWII, Alzheimer's, dies at age 100
The former teacher died last month in St. Paul.
Remembering Jon Pankake: A Grammy-winning folk scholar and early critic of Bob Dylan
His job was advising University of Minnesota students, but he gave Dylan unsolicited advice.
Michael Berman, political strategist who revealed private struggles, dies at 84
The Duluth native came to Washington as a top aide to Vice President Walter Mondale and built a career as an eclectic insider.
Rochester's music man never missed his chance to help others
Longtime Lourdes music teacher Gene Eiden died in December at 93 years old.
Peter Crombie, actor known for 'Seinfeld' appearances, dies at 71
He played the role of "Crazy" Joe Davola on five episodes
Anderson: From canvas to conservation, Jim Killen left his mark
Some of the Owatonna resident's best work was as a conservationist. Killen died Jan. 6 at age 89.
Hmong American activist Tou Ger Xiong's funeral service to be held this month
The Xiong family announced on Facebook that services will be held Jan. 27-29 in St. Paul.
Coyne went to great lengths for running
The hats were many for David Coyne, who died unexpectedly Sunday. He helped launch a leading U.S. running organization — and a host of runners, too.
David Coyne, Twin Cities running community fixture, dies unexpectedly
Coyne, 67, founded the Twin Cities Running Club and was a presence on the national scene, too. "He just loved doing it," said his twin brother, Doug.
Terry Schneider, a pioneer of mental illness services in Minnesota, dies at 68
Schneider spent decades creating new programs for people with serious mental illnesses who few others would serve.
Cindy Morgan, star of 'Tron' and 'Caddyshack,' dies at 69
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office in Florida confirmed her death, which they said was due to natural causes.
Joseph Lelyveld, former top editor of The New York Times, dies at 86
In his seven years at the helm, the Times climbed to record levels of revenue and profits; expanded its national and international readerships; introduced color photographs to the front page; created new sections; and ushered in the digital age.