Cecilia Yuan Funeral

Tuesday, October 15, 2024 | 10:30 AM

Born in mainland China, Cecilia came to the United States after receiving an Accounting degree from SooChow University in Taiwan. She furthered her graduate studies at Seton Hall before marrying her long time sweetheart Albert Yuan. They moved from New York City to Minneapolis, where Cecilia became a devoted mother of three daughters.

While raising a family, Cecilia also held several roles in computer programming and business accounting. Throughout her life, she was active in many clubs and organizations. Her sparkle and joie de vivre will be missed by the many people who knew and loved her. She is survived by her daughters, May, Jennifer, and Vivian (Norman).

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, October 15 at 10:30 AM at Our Lady of Grace Church, preceded by visitation at 9:30 AM. Memorials are preferred to Opportunity Partners.

Charles Trepanier Funeral

Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 10:00 AM

Charles E. Trepanier, age 90, of South Minneapolis passed away September 16, 2024. He was a graduate of DeLaSalle High School and the University of St. Thomas. And was a retired accountant from the Department of Agriculture and the US Postal Service.

Chuck was the son of Charles J. and Anna Trepanier; also preceded in death by brother, Robert. Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Helen; children, Joseph, Marianne (Eric) Brekke, Charles J. (Kristina) Trepanier; granddaughters, Katherine and Charlotte.

Chuck was proud to have served in the United States Army which allowed him to travel Europe. Then in 1971, he met Helen in their South Minneapolis neighborhood, which resulted in him going to Annunciation Church, and asking Monsignor Colbert for her phone number. The rest is history, as they were married the following year. Chuck adored his three children and two granddaughters and everyone who interacted with him heard how proud he was of them. His family always brought a smile to his face.

Chuck enjoyed keeping a beautiful rose garden in the family’s backyard and was a lifelong collector of stamps, coins and old beer cans. He found many ways to stay active, especially by walking the family dogs around the neighborhood and nearby lakes while greeting other dog walkers. In ‘retirement’ he kept busy by forming Trepanier Lawn Service, serving approximately 100 families in South Minneapolis and nearby areas.

Visitation one hour prior to Mass at church.

Gary Edward Thorp Funeral

Thursday, September 19, 2024 | 11:00 AM

Gary Edward Thorp, age 85, of Edina, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Aug. 7th surrounded by family. Born in Minneapolis on March 12, 1939, to Nora A. (Anderson) Thorp and Ralph E. Thorp Sr., Gary was a 1957 graduate of Washburn High School and went on to earn his undergraduate degree from St. Cloud State University, where he played hockey and was the captain of the golf team.

Following college, he worked as a brokerage rep for Connecticut General Insurance Company and married his first wife, Susan Van Nostrand. In 1967, he became the Minnesota brokerage manager for The Paul Revere Insurance Company, and in 1979, he formed Thorp Brokerage Resources.

In addition to spending time with family and friends, Gary enjoyed painting, sculpture, skiing, hunting, and golf. Gary's lifelong passion for golf peaked in his mid 50's. In 1996 the Minnesota Golf Association awarded him senior player of the year and he won the MGA Senior Amateur and qualified for the US Senior Open. In 1998 he won the Canadian Senior Match Play Championship and played in the US Senior Amateur and British Senior Amateur.

Gary is survived by his wife Patti, daughter Dana (Thorp) Giertsen and son-in-law Kevin Giertsen of Edina; son Scott Thorp and daughter-in-law Kelly Thorp of Edina, two loving grandchildren Stephanie Giertsen and Mac Giertsen and stepchildren Amy McConnell, Ryan Carlson. Close family members include nephews Steven (Terry) Thorp, David (Cheryl) Thorp, Jeff Thorp (Mary Pat) Thorp, Nieces Heidi (Mike) Barcelow, Lindsay Yates, Jennifer Ketelsen, all of whom will miss him very much.

We invite you to a Mass and celebration of Gary's life. Visitation will be held at 10:00 AM, and the Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 AM.

Shirley Dolan Funeral

Wednesday, September 18, 2024 | 11:00 AM

Dolan, Shirley Ann, age 77, lived a full, blessed life with her loving family. She passed away peacefully on September 8, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents Levi and Ida Enos, brother Bob Enos, sister-in-law Irene Enos and daughter Kathleen Dolan. She is survived by her longtime husband Dennis Dolan, her son Steve Dolan (Nicole), daughter Susie Laird (Chris), daughter Katie Fitzpatrick (Matt), brother Wayne Enos, sister-in-law Dru Enos, her treasured grandchildren: Jack (Jenna), Tim, Pete, Sean, Molly, Michael, Rosie, Lucas and Frankie, and many relatives and friends who loved her dearly. 
 
Shirley was born and raised in St. Paul, MN, with her two brothers - all notably 10 years apart in age. Shirley attended Holy Spirit Catholic School, Our Lady of Peace High School and St. Mary's Nursing School. While in nursing school, she met Dennis at a nurses' mixer - and it was love at first sight! 
 
As an adult, Shirley was a longtime resident of Bloomington, MN, where she raised her active family of three children. She was a devoted wife (recently celebrating 56 years of marriage on August 31), mother and grandmother, who will be dearly missed. She always put her family and faith first and was a devout Catholic who passionately supported Catholic education. She was a hardworking, empathetic and successful apartment owner and manager for 23 years. Throughout her life, Shirley loved being a homemaker, cooking, gardening, sewing, swimming, researching her ancestry, creating family photo albums, and following her kids and grandkids' sports activities and accomplishments. 
 
Shirley was known for being nice, sweet (and a sweet tooth - loved chocolates), thoughtful, kind, selfless, hardworking, organized, handy (coming from a family of carpenters), tough (never one to complain even during the hardest days), patient and upbeat. She brought so much joy to others and was loved by everyone who knew her. 
 
A wake and celebration of life will be held for Shirley on Tuesday, September 17, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, at Washburn-McReavy Funeral Chapel (2300 W. Old Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN).

A funeral Mass and lunch will take place on Wednesday, September 18 at 11:00 AM, at Our Lady of Grace Church, with a visitation at 10:00 AM. Memorials preferred to Nativity of Mary School in Bloomington and the Academy of Holy Angels in Richfield. 

Our family would like to give a special thank you to the University of Minnesota Medical Center 4E Neuro ICU physicians and nurses who provided excellent medical care to Shirley. 

Phyllis Cooper Funeral

Thursday, August 22, 2024 | 11:00 AM

Phyllis Ann Flor Cooper, born in New Ulm, MN, and a longtime resident of St. Paul and Edina, MN, passed away on July 17, 2024, at the age of 101. A beacon of love and joy, Phyllis was known for her youthful spirit, beauty, and positive outlook. She embraced every opportunity to spend time with family and friends, whether as hostess, guest, companion, or mentor. Throughout her life, Phyllis was cherished as a sister, friend, wife, mother, aunt, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her greatest pleasure was being surrounded by family, especially the younger generations.

Phyllis and her late husband, William J. Cooper, were active members of Our Lady of Grace in Edina, where they shared many happy years. She is survived by their children; Dennis Cooper of River Falls, WI; Sandra Mendes (Dr. Charles Mendes) of Mendota Heights, MN; Thomas Cooper (Cheryl Cooper) of Edina, MN; Linda Strovink (Mark Strovink) of Walnut Creek, CA; and Michael Cooper (Dr. Elizabeth Cooper) of St. Paul, MN. Phyllis leaves behind 13 grandchildren and their spouses, 25 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews, all of whom cherish her memory. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband and her siblings Arlene Ros Crum, Ordelle Schmid, and Dr. Albert Flor.

Phyllis had a deep love for children of all ages, delighting in watching, listening to, and playing with them. Her intense curiosity about the world around her and her love for music brought her great joy and comfort. She spent her final years at the Carondelet Presbyterian Home on the St. Catherine University campus in St. Paul, MN, where she received excellent, compassionate care from her professional care team, and formed many loving friendships.

Memorial services will be held at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 5071 Eden Ave, Edina, MN 55436, on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 11:00 AM with a visitation at 10.00 AM. A private burial service will be held at Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights, MN.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations should be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN.

All who knew Phyllis Cooper will draw inspiration from her life and legacy.