Beatrice “Betty” Ann Pass, aged 82, of Shakopee, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 23, 2024. A Time of Gathering will be held in Betty’s honor from 12-3PM on Saturday, August 10, 2024, all at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 Marschall Rd, Shakopee. Betty will be laid to rest at Shakopee Catholic Cemetery. Full obituary to follow. Offer Condolence for the family of Beatrice “Betty” Ann Pass  Print Obituary & Condolences       ..read more

Brian William Huttner, age 51, of Savage, MN, passed away surrounded by his family on July 20, 2024. A Time of Gathering will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 PM on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, and from 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM with a Celebration of Life at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, all at Saint James Lutheran Church, 460 Annapolis Street W, West St Paul, MN 55118. Pastor Richard Stadler will preside. Brian will be laid to rest at Acacia Park Cemetery in Mendota Heights, MN. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family. Full obituary to follow. Offer Condolence for the family of Brian W ..read more

James John Merten, aged 75, of Jordan, formerly of Carver, passed away on July 20, 2024. Full service details pending. Offer Condolence for the family of James John Merten  Print Obituary & Condolences       ..read more

Understanding and documenting final wishes is a crucial aspect of end-of-life planning. Ensuring that your preferences are known and respected not only provides peace of mind but also alleviates stress and uncertainty for your loved ones during an emotionally challenging time. For residents considering funeral homes in Jordan, MN, taking the time to document final wishes can make a significant difference in how your legacy is honored.  Why Final Wishes Matter  Final wishes encompass a range of decisions about how you want your end-of-life and posthumous matters handled. This can incl ..read more

Yvonne J. Marek, age 92, of Prior Lake, MN, passed peacefully early Saturday morning of July 20, 2024, at New Perspective. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 10:30 am, with a time of gathering starting at 9 am, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake. A light lunch will followed with laying Yvonne to rest at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN. To honor her, please wear her favorite color blue!! Yvonne’s full story will be posted soon. Offer Condolence for the family of Yvonne J. Marek  Print Obituary ..read more

Debi Nelson, aged 61, of Glenwood City, Wisconsin, formerly of Prior Lake, Minnesota, passed away on July 17, 2024. A Celebration of Life will be held in Debi’s honor from 1-3PM on Friday, July 26, 2024, all at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior Lake. Debi is forever loved by her husband, Ricky Nelson; children, Lauren (Erik Glewwe) Preuss, Nick Preuss; step-children, Duane (Tiffany) Nelson, Danielle (Brad) Lovejoy, Shane (Lauren) Nelson, Chase (Karissa) Nelson, Autumn (Brian) Nagan, Austin Nelson; many grandchildren; brother, Marty (Debbie) Oaks; 3 step-brothe ..read more

Marvel Gaudette, aged 91, of Savage, passed away on July 16, 2024. Marvel will be laid to rest next to her husband, Dewey, at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a private family interment. Marvel Evelyn Gaudette was born on June 14, 1933 in McKinley, Wisconsin, to parents John and Millie (Jacobson) Petersen. She married Duane “Dewey” Gaudette on November 12, 1955. They had five children together, Denise, Linda, Don, Kathy, and Chris. She worked as a nurse for all of her career until retirement. In retirement, she enjoyed being a grandma, great-grandma and making beautiful quilts. She also lov ..read more

Floyd Bertrand Carlson was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, brother and friend. He left this world peacefully, with his daughter by his side, on July 16, 2024 at age 84.  A Time of Gathering will take place on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at Ballard Sunder Funeral Home in Shakopee, MN (833 Marschall Rd.) from 12:30 – 2:00 PM. Following closing words, a luncheon will be held at the funeral home. He was born to Emil and Johanna Carlson on September 3, 1939. Floyd grew up in Minneapolis, MN along with his three siblings Ralph, Lois and Herb.  Floyd married Sandra ..read more

Grief is an inevitable part of life, often leaving individuals feeling isolated and overwhelmed. During such challenging times, the support of a community can be invaluable. The communal bonds and shared experiences can provide much-needed comfort and guidance. For those seeking cremation services in Chaska, MN, understanding the role of community support can be crucial in navigating the grieving process effectively.  The Role of Community in Grief Support  Grief can be an isolating experience but being part of a community can significantly alleviate this sense of isolation. Communi ..read more

Raisa Martirosyan (Arustamyants) was born on March 22, 1938, in the city of Pyatigorsk, Russia, to Danil & Sofiya. Raisa was the youngest of 5 children: Asya, Fenya, Nikolay, and Nina.   As a young woman, Raisa moved to Baku to pursue a degree in economics. During her time at university, she met her future husband Oleg Martirosyan. The two married in 1963, and were blessed with two wonderful children, Liana and Sogomon (Simon), and lived many happy years together. They settled in the beautiful city on the Caspian Sea to raise their family.   In 1989, the Martirosyan fa ..read more