All Obituaries

Dale Koelfgen passed away on November 29, 2025 at home in New Mexico. He is survived by his wife, three children, one grandchild and sister. Services and burial will be held on Friday, June 19th from 12-2 at Gethsemane Cemetery in New Hope, Minnesota.

Elisa Joey Waukazo 04/10/1990 - 05 03 2026 Elisa Joey Waukazo, 36, of Roseville, passed away suddenly at home on May 3, 2026. Born on April 10, 1990, in Minneapolis to Debra Waukazo, Elisa brought warmth, humor, love, and compassion into the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her. Elisa attended school in Minneapolis and graduated from South High School in 2008. During high school, she worked at MIGIZI Communications, where she discovered her passion ...

Shania Covington-Smith June 10th 1993 - May 13th 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shania Covington-Smith , who died on May 13th at the age of 32 in Minneapolis, MN.  Shania was born on June 10th 1993 in St. Paul, Mn to Paz and Aaron Sr. Shania was a beloved mother, daughter, sister and friend. Shania brought light to everyone who knew her smile, kindness and strength. She is survived by her son Pernell, Her Mother Paz, Her Father Aaron Sr., Her bonus ...

Amos Barrett Ferrier, 38, of Minnesota, passed away May 17, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. He is survived by his sons, Liam and Elliot Ferrier; his parents, Doug and Leah Ferrier; and his siblings, Isaac Ferrier, Liza Hedrick, Amy Fox, and Crystal Hickerson; and nieces, nephews and great nieces. Amos grew up in northern Minnesota and proudly served his country as an Army combat medic and recognized for saving many lives, with deployments to South Korea, Afghanistan, and Djibouti. He ...

Peter Utphall, of Brooklyn Center and formerly of Northeast Minneapolis, passed away at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of adventure, and a lifetime of stories that he loved to share with everyone he met. Born in Downing, Wisconsin, Peter eventually moved to Northeast Minneapolis, the neighborhood that would shape much of his life. A proud graduate of the Edison High School Class of 1967, Peter remained deeply connected to his community throughout his years. From his time jumping out ...

Barry grew up in Northeast Minneapolis as the middle of three brothers. Despite mild intellectual challenges, he graduated from Edison High School. He was a devoted music lover who enjoyed jamming with his dad and his brother Dan as part of their musical family. Barry became an avid Beatles fan early in life and continued to enjoy their music throughout the years. He also loved cheering for his favorite team, the Minnesota Twins, and was an American history enthusiast who could name every ...

Jo Russell Heath, 82, passed away peacefully on May 10, 2026. Born on January 17, 1944, in Ogden, Utah, to Joe and Marie Russell, Jo remained a proud daughter of Utah throughout her life. She later married Stan Heath, with whom she built a life centered on family and faith. The youngest of five daughters, Jo embodied the trademark Russell work ethic and a fierce, admirable independence. A self-described "tomboy" she brought a competitive spirit and a "family-first" ...

David Lach Collins was born on December 24, 1978, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On May 3, 2026, he died after a lifelong struggle with mental illness.   David spent most of his life in Minneapolis, the city he loved. He loved his children and the Minnesota Twins. David brought light to every room with his ridiculous stories, snarky humor, and generous hugs. May his memory remind us that “a day without laughter is a day wasted.”   -Benjamin Hoffman, The Tao of ...