Gary Brahms Funeral
December 3, 2021, 10:30 AM
The family requests funeral guests wear a mask during the visitation and funeral
Phyllis Hertsgaard Funeral
Friday, November 19, 10:30 AM
Hertsgaard, Phyllis A. (Moudry), of St. Louis Park, popular 1940’s-50’s vocalist, was called home to God on October 25, 2021, still with a joyful song in her heart. She was age 101, born January 31st, 1920. Preceded in death by parents, Ralph and Margaret Moudry; sister, Elizabeth Risvold; brother, Ralph Moudry Jr.
Phyllis is survived by her sons, David (wife Sandra) Hertsgaard, and Daniel Hertsgaard; grandchildren, Myke'lle Laws (husband Craig), Heidi Barnett (husband Michael), Aaron Hertsgaard (wife Michelle MalpicaHertsgaard), John Fiorentino (wife Kitty), and Anna Liedahl-Hertsgaard; great grandchildren, Marlee, Jacob, Sonya, and Lance Laws, Haden and Harrison Barnett, and nieces and nephews.
Born and raised in Minneapolis, she learned to play the piano and sing early in life and at age 19 became the big band soloist at Minneapolis’ famed Charlies Café Exceptionale’. There, she was heard and hired by WCCO Radio management and became a daily member of the “Good Neighbor to the Northwest” family of broadcasters. She met and fell in love with popular WCCO Radio air personality Rolf Hertsgaard (deceased). They married and resided in St. Louis Park, MN. where she spent the rest of her life.
Phyllis was a very devout Christian and longtime member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in St. Louis Park where she was an active volunteer for many years. When in times of difficulty she would commonly say, “Just put it in the hands of the Lord!” A greatly appreciated, loving and devoted mother whose friendly, welcoming smile will be deeply missed.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Friday, November 19, with visitation beginning at 9:30 AM at The Church of Our Lady of Grace Chapel, 5051 Eden Ave South, Edina. Interment Eden Prairie Mausoleum.
www.washburn-mcreavy.com Edina Chapel: 952-920-3996
Michael Flaherty Funeral
Wednesday, November 10, 11:00 AM
Flaherty, Michael Patrick age 40 of Irving, TX, formerly of St. Louis Park, passed away October 31, 2021 after a short struggle with heart disease. Survived by parents John and Lynn Flaherty; brothers Tom (Kristen) and Kevin (Samantha) Flaherty; aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and many friends. Preceded in death by grandparents Hon. John and Margaret Flaherty and Philip and Lois Breidenbach; and uncle, Mark Breidenbach. Michael was a graduate of the University of North Dakota. He worked as a dispatcher for American Airlines and was an avid hockey fan. Above all, Michael was a loving son, brother, and friend to all. He will be deeply missed. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Wednesday, November 10 at the Church of our Lady of Grace, 5051 Eden Ave S, Edina. Visitation 1 hour prior to service at church. Interment Gethsemane Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to Our Lady of Grace Mission Schools and ABRIA. Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996
Nkembuh - Kongadzem Wedding
Our Lady of Grace invites you to celebrate
the marriage of Eve-Mary Kongadzem and Kelvine Nkembuh on November 13 at 3:00 PM.
10-31-21 | 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time
Timothy Motzko Funeral
Thursday, October 28, 10:30 AM
Motzko, Timothy 1940-2021 Walked out faith in Jesus as a life-long, true friend to many and was an avid cyclist. Raised in St. Louis Park. Lived in California for over 50 years. The youngest sibling of Cletus, Jane, Frank, Carolyn and Dan. Parents: Tom and Rose. Survived by brother Dan, son, Aaron, and many loved ones. Funeral at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, in Edina, on Thurs., Oct 28th at 10:30 am. Visitation at 9:30 am. Celebration of Life at Park Tavern St. Louis Park, 2:30-5:30 pm.
