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06/19/2026

You aren't alone if you are grieving this Father's Day. For many, the day is a reminder of heartache and loss. This article shares thoughtful tips and suggestions on ways to grieve this Father's Day.

Father's Day brings challenges when you are a child grieving a father or a father grieving a child. Check out this article for helpful tips!

06/18/2026

October 24, 1961 – June 13, 2026

Vernon Chu, 64, of Shakopee, Minnesota, entered paradise on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Bloomington, Minnesota.

Vernon Chu Jr. was born on October 24, 1961, in Middle Road, La Penitence, Guyana, to Vernon Chu Sr. and Basmatie Chu. He grew up in Prospe...

06/17/2026

James "Jim" A. Anderson, of Shakopee, MN went home to be with Jesus on June 12, 2026 at age 77.

Jim was born on Feb. 07, 1949, in Minneapolis, MN, to Cyrus "Cy" and Darolee (Maher) Anderson. Faith, family and hard work on homes and farms that included framing and roofing were a core part of ...

06/15/2026

Sister Joanne O’Connor, SSND, 82, died June 13, 2026, at Benedictine Living Community – Windermere, Shakopee, Minnesota. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 19, at Windermere Chapel, 1705 Windermere Way, Shakopee, with Visitation at 10:00; Sharing of Memories at 10:30; and a Funeral Liturgy a...

06/13/2026

Marcia Spagnolo, née Adams, passed away at the age of 88. Born in 1937 in Keewatin to Jacob and Agnes Adams, she was proud of her Iron Range roots. An Occupational Therapy graduate of St. Catherine University, Marcia married Dr. Anthony Spagnolo in 1960, and the couple made their home in Shakopee....

06/12/2026

Picking personalized music for your loved one's funeral or celebration of life can be a great way to create a meaningful service. If your loved one grew up in the 1960s or just loved that era of music, check out our list of songs you could use!

Want to personalize a loved one's funeral or celebration of life with music from the 1960s? Check out our list of great songs here!

06/11/2026

Why not get a jump start on planning for the future? Planning ahead for your funeral wishes is a great way to give yourself and your family peace of mind.

It's a big decision to start an advance funeral plan, so contact us today at 952-445-2755 to speak with Amy Schmidt! She can walk you through every step of the process from start to finish. No matter your needs, we’re here to help!

06/09/2026

Lenore Kathryn Johnson, age 99, of Shakopee, MN, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, in Savage, MN.

Lenore was born in New Richland, MN, on June 28, 1928, the daughter of Oscar and Ella (Sunde) Evenson.

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Visitation Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 10-11 AM, ...

06/09/2026

James Leroy “Jim” Copenhaver, of Shakopee, Minnesota, formerly of Denver, Colorado, has passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2026, at St. Francis Regional Medical Center. He was 91 years old.

Jim was born on March 10, 1935, in Farmington, Minnesota, the son of Ray and Esther (Mohn) Copenhaver....

06/05/2026

Finding the perfect song to honor dad may feel a little bit daunting. To give you a place to start as you choose the best music for his personalized final tribute, give these 12 musical selections a listen.

Are you looking for songs to honor your dad at his funeral service? Check out these 12 songs and see if one fits yours needs.