Staum, Bernadette age 87 of Blaine, passed away Jan. 8, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband John, parents John & Nell Clarkin, sister Anna Marie Fridgen. Survived by her children: Mark (Linda) Staum, Nancy Egge, and Mary Schutrop; five grandchildren: Lindsey (Mike), Nils (Mallory), Jake (Erin), Lars (Adam), and Katie; two great grandchildren: Clare & Owen. She was a loving mother and good friend to all, she was very active in the Ladies Auxiliary of the Coon Rapids VFW. Funeral Mass to be held 11 AM Thursday January 20, 2022 at Church of St Timothy 707 89th Ave NE Blaine with visitation one hour prior, burial following at Morningside Memorial Gardens in Coon Rapids. Memorials preferred. Gearhart Funeral Home 763-755-6300 Gearhartfuneralhome.com