Lynda D. Jackman

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February 27, 1946 — December 24, 2016 Lynda D. Jackman, 70, passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2016 at her home in Bloomington, MN surrounded by loved ones. She was the wife of Wallace (Jack) Jackman. They shared 52 wonderful years of marriage together. Born February 27, 1946 in Chicago, IL, she was the daughter of Pearlie Mae and Joseph Dobbins. Lynda … [Read more...]

Lebron Riley

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January 26, 1960 — December 23, 2016 Lebron Riley, 56, passed away in his home on December 23, 2016. Born on January 26, 1960, Lebron described himself as the “original” Lebron, and a son, brother, uncle, dad, grandfather, great grandfather, friend and man who knew himself. Lebron was an entrepreneur and never met a stranger. He worked at Fridley Middle School for three … [Read more...]

Outstanding 2016 prep highlights

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This week my column will highlight five important accomplishments in prep sports for the year 2016. This includes a Minneapolis City Conference school that captured state basketball and football titles; another winning a championship in a St. Paul City Conference school making its first-ever state tournament appearance; a traditional Class 4A power capturing another state … [Read more...]

Laurice J. Lewis

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Laurice J. Lewis of Minneapolis, age 50, passed away peacefully Monday, December 19, 2016 surrounded by loved ones in her childhood home. Laurice is survived by her loving mother, Rosalind; brothers, Rodney, Robert and Davey (wife Terri); and sisters Racheal (husband Ronnie), Robin, and Renee (partner Gina); her beloved dog, Zeus; and a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, nieces … [Read more...]

Diane Janine Witherspoon

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Sunrise: October 26, 1948 — Sunset: December 14, 2016 Diane was born and raised in Minneapolis. She graduated from North High in 1966. After graduation she attended St. Olaf College in Northfield. Diane then relocated to California and later to Las Vegas five years ago. Diane always wanted to be a teacher and did teach music for a while. However, being inspired by her … [Read more...]