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Today’s Obituaries Thursday, April 18, 2024

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Charles F. 'Chuckie' Andrews

Andrews, Charles F. "Chuckie" from Bloomington, MN passed away peacefully at age 100 on 4/11/24. Preceded in death by his wife Judy, 2 brothers, & 1 sister. He will be dearly missed by his children, Greg (Cindy), Scott, & Shelley (Phil); 5 grandchildren (3 spouses), 5 great-grandchildren, 2 sisters, & many nieces & nephews. Memorial service is 4/21 - 3 pm at MN Veterans Home, 5101 Minnehaha Ave. S., Mpls.


Barbara Ruth Barrett

Barrett, Barbara Ruth 78, of Minneapolis, MN, passed away on March 24, 2024. She served in the Navy from 1967 to 1969. Barbara grew up in Gilbertville MA, and was a dedicated RN at Abbot Northwestern for 40 years. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Roger Barrett, sons Gene and James Barrett, daughter-in-law Amy Barrett, son-in-law Alexander Barrett, grandsons Ian and Micheal Barrett, sister Marsha Dowling, brothers Don and Kenneth Beaudin, nieces Kelly Kucia, Courtney Dowling, Michelle Beaudin, nephew Paul Beaudin and friends of 40 years Jeanne Boesel and Sally Lundquist. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Alvin and Wanda Beaudin, and her son Jeff Barrett. Please email jim@brts.us to receive burial and memorial service information. Contributions in her memory can be made to Wounded Warriors.


Roy Herbert Bell

Bell, Roy Herbert passed away on Tuesday April 10th. at the age of 83. He is survived by his wife Teri, who was the love of life, his daughter Tobi Bell and his bonus daughters Joyce Peifer, Jeannie Shim, Mindy and Mia Bacall. He is also survived by his grandchildren Amber Wright, Jesse and Sienna Shim, Sophia and Shoshanna Peifer, Jack and Charley Lynden, Ashley Stambough and Sienna Shim. In addition, his London family, sister Barbara Smith, nephew Steven Smith, niece Susan Roberts and great-niece Sean Roberts will greatly miss him. Roy will be missed by the world. His extensive work in design engineering and volunteering in the US and throughout the world enriched both his life and the lives of everyone he came in contact with. He was able to take his love of and hobbies of travel, orphanage work, working with persons with disabilities and photography with him wherever he went. Roy left us with beautiful and priceless memories that will be carried on in everyone who knew and loved him. Everyone who knew Roy was well aware of his love for his wife Teri. Their relationship was beyond special and full of love, adventure and friendship. There was never a day that he didn't take the opportunity to let her know that she was the love of his life. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life will be at MSS Eagan at a later date to be determined. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to MSS mssmn.org/ 900 Ocean Street St. Paul, MN 55106


Randall Richard Bornemann

Bornemann, Randall Richard age 54 of St. Louis Park, MN passed away on April 6, 2024. He was born to Edward and Ruthann (Sawyer) Bornemann on January 9, 1970 in Two Rivers, WI. He graduated from NEW Lutheran High School with the class of '88 and went onto further education at UW Lacrosse, earning a Bachelor's degree with a double major in psychology and philosophy. Randall later started pursuing his interest in Eastern Medicine, chiefly acupuncture, and even wrote a book with one of his classmates on the subject. Randall was a wonderful man. He was incredibly intelligent and loved expanding his mind with a good book. He was a freemason and belonged to the Masonic Lodge in Crivitz. Randall loved his cat, Quincy. And despite living in the Twin City area, he always cheered for the Packers. While Randall never had kids of his own, he loved his nieces and nephews as if they were his own children and was especially instrumental in helping to raise his sister's kids, Shawn and Susan. Randall is survived by his mother, Ruthann Bornemann-Koss; his siblings, Dawn Bornemann-Flak and Jon (Sue) Bornemann; his nieces and nephews, Shawn (Hannah) Flak, Susan Duncan-Flak, Nala (Brady) Heer, Noah Goins, Craig Kittelson, Ella (Adam) Wussow, Hannah (Ryker) Schneider, Zachary Bornemann, and Kayla Kittelson; his great-nieces and great-nephews, Layla, Luna, Libby, Abigail, Isabella, Joseph, Amoura, Samiya, Sven, Salem, Lily, Ethan, Ava, Aria, and Simon; his lifelong friend, Lousene Hoppe; his roommate and friend, Ryan Boyde; as well as many other extended relatives and dear friends. Randall was preceded in death by his father, Edward Bornemann. Family will be hosting a memorial gathering on Sunday, April 21st, 2024 from 1-4 PM at the home of his mother, Ruthann Koss, 917 S. Covenant Ln, Appleton, WI 54915. In lieu of flowers, Randall's family asks that anyone who knew him please write their fondest memory of Randall on his obituary page at wichmannfuneralhomes.com


Judith Marie (Fox) Eng

Eng, Judith Marie (Fox) April 14, 1938 - April 13, 2024 Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away April 13, 2024, one day before her 86th birthday, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Watertown, SD, Judie was one of 7 siblings and from a young age, she learned the value of family and importance of kindness. She was a cherished wife of Leonard Eng and together they shared love, laughter, and companionship. Their bond was a testament to the enduring power of devotion. Judie was a devoted mother to her children, Jodi Rosenthal, Jill Skoog, and Jeff Suttor. She was not only their mother but their confidant, their cheerleader, and their rock. Judie's greatest joy however, came from her grandchildren. She was a doting grandmother, showering them with love and affection at every opportunity. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Frauenshuh Cancer Center, and in particular to Dr. Menge, for their compassionate care and support during Judie's illness. Their kindness will always be remembered. Judie selflessly chose to donate her body to the Anatomy Bequest Program at the University of Minnesota, a final act of kindness and generosity which exemplified her compassionate spirit. A Celebration of Judie's Life will be held in the near future and details will be furnished at a later date. May Judie's memory be a blessing to all and may she rest in peace.


James Steve Gulenchyn

Gulenchyn, James Steve age 84, of Mesquite, NV and Minneapolis, MN passed away on April 16, 2024 with his wife, Ellie, at his side. Jim was born Oct. 02, 1939 in Minneapolis. He met his future wife, Ellie, when they were only two years old, being babysat by relatives who were friends. They went to different elementary schools, and Ellie moved with her family to California for two years. In high school, Ellie's date to the Sadie Hawkins dance was ill, so she invited Jim - they have been together ever since. They eloped to Iowa on December 26, 1959 and got married in the Catholic Church in San Antonio, TX on January 22, 1960. Steve was born one year later and Tim completed their family in 1963. Jim served in the army as a medic and radio specialist from 1958 to 1962. Jim earned a major in business and minor in chemistry from the University of Minnesota. He had a 40-year work history with General Mills. He started his career as a lab chemist, where he patented a process to remove dye from water. After earning his business degree, he moved from grain, to auditing, to manufacturing (in Geneva, IL), to coupons (back in MN), and finally to sales and credit. Jim retired from General Mills as a Director of Finance in 2001. Jim played hockey most of his younger years and won a State Championship as head coach for his son Steve's peewee team. He was on a Thursday night bowling league at Beacon Bowl. When on business trips, he'd do his best to be home by Thursday evening so he could bowl with his team. He loved watching the Gophers, Twins, Wild (North Stars), and Vikings, but his favorite sport to watch and play was golf. He was an avid, life-long golfer and played through back pain, even putting off surgery until winter so he could play the whole season and recuperate in the off-season. He is the reigning Gulenchyn Cup Champion - Steve, Tim, and Jim played as many rounds as they could every year to compete for that coveted cup. Preceded in death by his son, Timothy Gulenchyn and his parents, Estelle and Steve Gulenchyn. Survived by wife, Eleanor; brother, Ron (Mary); son, Steve (Sheri); grandchildren, TJ (Diana), Andra (Tommy) Lindquist; and great-granddaughter, June Gulenchyn. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 9100 93rd Ave. N., Brooklyn Park, on Friday, 4/19/24, at 10:30 AM, with visitation 1 hour prior to mass at church. Luncheon afterward. Private interment at St. Vincent's Cemetery. Evans-Nordby 763-424-4000 evansnordby.com


Francis B. Jackson, Jr.

Jackson, Francis B., Jr. Age 72 of Stanchfield, MN passed away on April 1, 2024. He is preceded in death by parents Annie & Francis B. Jackson Sr and a brother, George A. Jackson. He is survived by his four children; Francis B. Jackson III, Debrice Jackson, Erica Jackson-Jatta and Cinnamon Jackson; 6 grandchildren, two great grandchildren and 6 siblings. A private celebration of life will be held for him with family and close friends.


Vernon Wayne Jahn

Jahn, Vernon Wayne age 93, of Bloomington, MN passed away on March 27, 2024. He is survived by his wife Sharon, his children William (Barbara) Jahn and Carolyn (Michael) Bradley, five grandchildren and brother Jim (Jean) Jahn. He was buried with military honors.


Rose Los

Los, Rose age 72, of Plymouth, passed away April 17, 2024. Preceded in death by parents, Leo and Saba Haubenstock; and the love of her life, Dutchie. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Helen and Rick Averbach; nieces, Jessica (Shanan) Edelheit, and Lauren (Ben) Fine; great nieces, Shoshana and Molly Fine; and a loving extended family. Memorial service 1:00 pm, FRIDAY, April 19, 2024, at BETH EL SYNAGOGUE, 5225 Barry St. W. St. Louis Park, also available via Zoom at: hodroffs.com/… SHIVA Sunday evening 7 pm at Beth El Synagogue. Memorials preferred to J-Hap 9280 Golden Valley Rd. Golden Valley, MN 55427. Hodroff-Epstein 612-871-1234 hodroffepstein.com


Loren O. Lynch

Lynch, Loren O. age 78, of Kimball, died with family at his side on Mon., April 15, 2024, at Hilltop Health Care Center in Watkins, MN from complications of hemochromatosis. Loren Owen Lynch was born on Sept. 22, 1945, in Minneapolis to Owen and Elaine (Lotz) Lynch. He grew up in Minneapolis and attended grade school at Our Lady of Victory. He was a 1963 graduate of DeLaSalle High School. He earned his bachelor's and master's degree from University of St. Thomas. Loren taught for 37 years with 28 years at Forest Lake. He retired in 2005 to his cabin on Lake Carnelian near Kimball. He also was proud to own and operated Birchview Motel in Coon Rapids for over 25 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling to Costa Rica, renovating his train car, telling a good story, and spending time with family. Survived by children, Rebecca (Daniel) Mensing and Brian Lynch; grandchildren, Haley (Christopher) Ramos and Samuel Mensing; great- grandchildren, Jayce, Lyle, Arlo, and Luca; siblings, Mark, Timothy (Barbara), Christopher, Daniel, Mary, and Owen, Anne (Daniel) Coughlin, Carol (John) Quinn, and Sarah; sister-in-law, Tracy Lynch; and many other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Theodore and Matthew; and nephew, Benjamin Sinnett. Funeral 10:30 a.m. Tues., April 23, at the Church of St. Anne, Kimball with visitation from 4-7 pm on Mon. at Dingmann Funeral Care Chapel, Kimball and one hour prior to the service at the church on Tues. dingmannfuneral.com


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