Joseph E. Dolphy
January 25, 1931 ~ November 21, 2021 (age 90)

Obituary

Joseph Eugene Dolphy, age 90, died at the Meadows Assisted Living in Wyoming, MN where he was honorary chaplain for the past 5 years. He greeted new residents, led weekly rosary sessions, made sure Catholics received communion and sat with many people in the transitional care unit, assisted living and memory care as they recovered and transitioned out of this world.

Joe was born in Blaine, Minnesota and grew up on a farm in southern Anoka County.  In 1950 he married Beverly Bucher and they moved to Mounds View where they began raising their family.  He was a mechanic for many years owning auto repair shops, a used car lot, designed and built tow truck accessories, pickup and camper accessories. He also built and raced cars from the early 1950’s through 1969.  He was a track favorite at Twin Cities Speedway in Blaine, MN.

In 1965 Joe and Bev moved their family to a hobby farm on Typo Lake in Linwood Township in northern Anoka County.  After Bev’s death in 1988, Joe sold his home and began spending winters in Yuma, AZ where he enjoyed square dancing and met Kathy Larson whom he married in 1992.  After their marriage, Joe and Kathy enjoyed traveling.  They spent winters in Yuma, summers at his cabin near Talmoon, MN and spring and fall with Kathy’s family in Richland, WA.  While in Richland Joe volunteered at Kadlec Medical Center in the surgery waiting area.  He received an award for volunteering over 4,000 hours.

There are several longtime family traditions.  Joe and Bev started the Dolphy Family Booya in 1967 inviting about 50 people.  This tradition continues and has expanded to include multiple generations of our family and friends.  For several years there were over 200 people in attendance.  COVID reduced the attendees, but Joe was determined to help “at least peel the potatoes” one last time in preparation for the Booya in 2021.  He was happy to be there helping with the prep on Saturday and enjoying a couple more bowls of Booya on Sunday.

Another tradition is Dolphy Family Camp.  It started as a celebration of Joe and Bev’s 25th wedding anniversary.  They wanted all their children and grandchildren to camp with them.  This annual event continues with many family members of four, and one year, five generations attending.  Joe enjoyed hunting and fishing especially with family.

In his 40’s he completed his GED and Associates degree in Chemical Dependency Counseling.  He used his counseling skills with recovering alcoholics and those in nursing facilities in the Forest Lake area, Yuma, Arizona and Richland, WA.

Joe was preceded in death by parents, Tony and Dora (Faymoville) Dolphy; brothers, Howard and Paul C. Dolphy; sister, Margaret (Dolphy) Benson; his wife, Beverly (Bucher) Dolphy; grandson, Tony Dolphy and his second wife, Kathy Larson; son-in-law, Dave Lathrop.

Joe is survived by his sister, Valeria Thoeny; children,  Angie Gordon, Sandy Lathrop, Joe Jr (Janet), Paul (Valerie), Brian (Susan), Pam (Mike) Olson; grandchildren, Doug (Mandy) Reitmeier, Diane (Tex) Cuabo, Jeff (Amy) Lathrop, Mark Lathrop, Bill Lathrop, Ron Lathrop, Andy (Jessica) Lathrop, Jed (Vicki) Dolphy, Jill (Joseph) Kouba, Jim (Leia) Dolphy, Tara Bauer, McLean Dolphy, Chris Dolphy, Megan (Jamon) Terrell, Bob (Kim) Olson, Sheri (Zach) Howell, Rick (Heidi) Olson, Tom (Jackie) Olson; 35 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren, many honorary children and grandchildren, Kathy’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.  He will be missed by friends at the Meadows on Fairview, the Knights of Columbus and St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Forest Lake.

The family thanks the staff at Meadows on Fairview and Accent Hospice for the care and kindness to Joe in the past few months.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 3, 2021 at the Church of Saint Peter, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake, Minnesota.  Visitation will be held from 4:00 -7:00 p.m., Thursday at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake with a rosary at 7:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue Friday at the church one hour prior to mass.  For those unable to attend, mass will be live streamed at https://youtu.be/buUOiWob5Sk  Due to health concerns, masks are requested to be worn by all in attendance.  Interment will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, North Branch, Minnesota.  In lieu of flowers please donate in Joe’s memory to your favorite charity.

Age 72 Of White Bear Lake Passed away unexpectedly at St. Mary's Hospital in Jefferson City, Missouri on November 14, 2017 while vacationing with his wife and love of 50 years, Cheryl (Palmer) Vadnais. Joe is preceded in death by parents Richard and Martha Vadnais and is survived by his three children: Megan (David) Del Frate, Joshua (Katie) Vadnais and Molly Vadnais; grand-children Jensen, Amelia and Quinn Vadnais; sisters Mary Ryan, Ann Vadnais and Peggy Vadnais; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Joe was a generous, loving, compassionate and faithful man of God who was the anchor of our family. He was loved so much and will be greatly missed. Please keep Cheryl and our family in your prayers. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at 11:00 AM at ST. MARY OF THE LAKE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 4741 Bald Eagle Avenue, White Bear Lake, with visitation for one hour prior to the Mass. Donations in Joe's name can be made to the St. Mary's Hospital Foundation Heart Fund, 2505 Mission Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109. www.honsafamilyfuneral.com 651-429-6172 Published in Pioneer Press on Nov. 19, 2017

William Otto Siercks

              Dorothy “Dottie” Mary Hoska

December 8, 1945 – October 12, 2017

Hoska, Dorothy Mary “Dottie” (nee Germann) 
Age 71 of Shoreview 
Died peacefully after a short illness on October 12, 2017. Survived by husband, David; siblings, Paul (Alberta) Germann, Shirley Germann (sister-in-law), Mary Beth (Paul) Welsch, Joseph Germann, Barbara (Greg) Beyer, Robert Germann, William (Maryann) Germann, Peter (Elizabeth) Germann. Preceded in death by parents, Paul and Doris Germann; brother, Thomas Germann; sisters-in-law, Ardith and Diane Germann; and nephew Kenneth Germann.  
Dottie was born in Freeport, IL on December 8, 1945. Her educational accomplishment was her degree in Doctor of Philosophy from University of Minnesota. She worked as an instructional training manager and improvement employee development instructional designer. Dottie loved her family, especially her 21 nieces and nephews and 54 great niecesand nephews. She was passionate about traveling, being next to water, her garden fairies, butterflies and manatees. 
Funeral Service 6 pm Thursday, October 19 at ROSEVILLE MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 2245 Hamline Ave. N., 651-631-2727, with visitation beginning at 4 pm. Memorials preferred to Manatee Park at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, 4150 S Suncoast Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446.

Donald Gregory '(Greg)' Arenson

James S. "Big Jim" Thill

January 27, 2016

Age 72

Of North St. Paul

Passed away suddenly on January 27, 2016 of heart problems. He was a gentle giant who was loved beyond measure and will be greatly missed by wife Rosie (Hustings); daughters Jenny, Nikki (Steve) Renstrom, and Kara; granddaughters Belle and Anni Renstrom; close family Duane (Beb) Hustings, Gary (Karen) Hustings, Patricia Hustings, Barbara Hustings, Suzanne Hustings and Susan Hustings; and many other loving family and friends. Private family gathering to be held at a later date. No flowers please.

http://isanticountynews.com/2015/03/02/greg-bear-berry/

GREG (BEAR) BERRY 64 OF ISANTI PASSED AWAY FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Michael M. Murgic, 84, of Rosemount, passed away Sunday, January 25. He was born November 7, 1930 in East Saint Louis, Illinois, and married to the late Jean Murgic (nee Stegen) for over 40 years. He is survived by his children: Steve (Jean), Kristin (Christopher) Boylan, Melanie (Andrew) Rupprecht, Bradley, Jamie, Peter, Shelley, and Christopher (Julie), and 13 grandchildren. Mike was a Regional Manager for Ozark Airlines, and owned Murgics Automotive in Rosemount with his son, Steve. He was an avid race car driver, and was inducted into the Elko Speedway Hall of Fame in 2009. Mike will be forever loved and remembered for his strong work ethic and competitive spirit. A Gathering of Family and Friends is scheduled for 2-4 PM Sunday, March 8th 2015 at the Henry W. Anderson Mortuary, 14850 Garrett Avenue, Apple Valley. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to Augustana of Apple Valley Healthcare Center or donor's choice.
Read Michael Murgic's Obituary and Guestbook on www.henrywanderson.com.

Charles J. Snyder

Paul Anderson

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KEOKUK, Iowa (AP) — Ernie Derr, a record-setting stock car racing champion from Keokuk, Iowa, who competed between the 1950s and 1970s, has died at the age of 92.

DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Centers said Derr died Wednesday.

Derr began his career in the International Motor Contest Association circuit in 1950, after years of working as a mechanic in his hometown of Keokuk in southeast Iowa, The Daily Gate City newspaper reported.

After a few years, Derr won his first championship title in 1953. He followed that up with consecutive titles between 1959 and 1962 and a period of dominance with consecutive titles between 1965 and 1971.

In all, he won 12 championships. He continues to hold the record for most IMCA championship titles by a single racer. His consecutive wins between 1965 and 1971 also remain a record.

"It's not even close," Bill Martin, of IMCA, told The Associated Press. "He won so many more than anybody else in his time. He was the king."

Derr, whose performances were seen at county fairgrounds around Iowa and the country, finished with more than 320 wins during his career with IMCA, which was a record until 2005. He was later a fixture in the United States Auto Club Stock Car series in the 1970s. He ended his racing career in 1977.

Martin said Derr was also known for being a mechanic and for his attention to detail.

"He was the whole ball of wax," Martin said.

Family members told the newspaper that Derr cheered on other drivers from the Keokuk area, but he was also a fierce competitor who spent a lot of time preparing for his races.

"You've probably heard the old quote, 'It only pays to lead the last lap.' He knew that all too well," said one of his sons, Danny Derr. "He didn't have to run the last 50 or 20 laps in first place. It just mattered if you finish that last lap in first place."

Before his stock car racing career, Derr enlisted in the Army in 1942 and was part of the 6th Armored Division. He was honorably discharged in 1945.

Randy Derr, another son, recalled a racers reunion in Keokuk several years ago.

"The one time at the reunion they wanted to interview him," said Randy Derr. "He went over and started his race car. That was his talking."

Derr is survived by his wife, seven children, 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Visitation is set for Sunday, and services will be Monday at one of the DeJong-Greaves Celebration of Life Centers. A burial will immediately follow at Keokuk National Cemetery.

 

11/12/2013 11:17:00 AM Joseph O. Voss

Joseph Oliver Voss, 48, of Belle Plaine, finished his battle with cancer and passed away Saturday, November 9, 2013 at the Marie Steiner Kelting Hospice House in Chaska. A visitation will be held Friday November 15 at Kolden Funeral Home in Belle Plaine from 4-8 pm. There will be a memorial service at St. John Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine on Saturday November 16 at 4 p.m. Visitation will continue 1 hour prior to the services at church. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Belle Plaine. Rev. Mark Johnson will officiate the services. Joe was welcomed into the world June 10, 1965 by parents Marvin and Genevieve (Jan) Voss and three older sisters. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church, Belle Plaine. Joe graduated from Belle Plaine High School and continued to work with his dad at the family auto salvage business. He continued to run the business after his father’s death until March of 2011. Joe then worked for Jordan Transformer until his health wouldn’t allow him to work. Joe has been a part of Arlington Raceway his entire life and spent many hours at the track racing as well as in his shop building and repairing the various vehicles he or his children raced. Joe was always there to lend a hand or a part to any racer that needed it. Joe married Kathy Barlage on August 27, 1983 and they were blessed with four children, a son Adam, daughter, Sarah, and twin daughters, Kristin and Megan. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Kathy; children, Adam (Lindsey), Sarah (fiance, Dave Moriarty), Kristin, Megan; grandson, Rylen Voss; sisters, Sandra (Mark) Rassmussen, and Schelly Schmitz; sisters-in-law, Geraldine (Robert) Lattimore, Mary (Bryan) Johnson; brother-in-law, Paul Barlage and George Barlage; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Joe is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Genevieve Voss; sister, Lori Voss; grandparents, George (Lefty) and Naomi Mendlik and Carl and Florence Voss; brothers-in-law, Roman Schmitz and Leon Zellmann; sister-in-law, Susie Zellmann; father and mother-in-law, Joe and Alice Barlage.

Joe raced in almost every class at the Arlington Raceway. I remember the fir Eve of Destruction event and many of the Auto Extravaganza events Joe would bring over a dozen entrees for competition. He not only raced in most classes he would help others in providing vehicles for them. One time we needed a stunt for the fair event and Joe brought out some vehicles to jump thru a camper. He was up for anything that would entertain the fans and bring new racers to the track." Bob Allen

1996 - IMCA Stock Car track Champion

2005 - Voss family won the Floyd Allen Memorial award. 

Daniel F. Prziborowsk

Prziborowski, Daniel F. 78, of Bloomington, passed away on 10/15/13. Daniel was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Daniele. He is survived by children, Jim (Char), George, Tammy (Jim); wife, Colleen; daughters, Riki (Jeff), Deni (Rick), Jodi (Brad); and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dan was a veteran stock car driver of car #85, where he was a fan-favorite of Elko Speedway, Raceway Park, MN State Fair, in addition to many tracks in Wisconsin. For the last 50+ years he has enjoyed semi-truck driving. A celebration of his life will be held at the Cremation Society of MN-Edina Chapel on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 2 pm. A visitation will take place one hour prior and a reception will follow. Published in Star Tribune on Oct. 16, 2013

 Article by: MARY LYNN SMITH , Star Tribune

Kenneth (Kenny) E. Hockman, a prince of guy, friend, and fellow worker, passed away on Nov. 19th at age 88.

Kenny was the local magneto guru during the immediate post war racing activity in the area. Particularly the Sprint Cars and all the visiting guys who came in for the State Fair 10 days of racing. He also owned a flat head Ford V-8 sprinter for a while.

While he was working in the shop at Auto Electric Supply on Harmon Place doing their tune ups, starters, alternators, and , industrial and agricultural magnetos, they allowed him time off to work for Frank Winkley during the Fair and was the pit steward working with flagman Jake Bozony and Nick Nachicas and others.

He also did some travelling with Billy Hoff running the black deuce Offy midget which later was driven in our Vintage meets by Rex McBeth, then powered by a Triumph TR3, and later by Iowan John Crabb.

I got Kenny to work several Oldtimers meets at Arlington in 90's for us.  He really enjoyed running the pits and seeing some old friends including Bozony and Gene Fechter. See attached photos.  He is the small guy with his old white racing pants and striped shirt standing behind Cunningham's Ranger.   Also an earlier year in the checked flannel shirt second from the left with the radio on his belt.

Sometime ater attending Jake Bozony's funeral with Kenny, I could no longer contact him as he was slipping into dementia.  For all these years I thought he had passed and even checked with Fort Snelling National Cemetery. I was heartened by seeing his obituary Sunday as I will now have a chance to say goodbye

Graveside gathering at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, 5125 W Broadway, Crystal, MN Friday Nov. 29th, 1PM

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    Woody Woodbury             Woodbury, Maynard D. age 69, of Ramsey. Former safety administrator at Pillsbury and CompCost. His passions were family, racing, country music and his dogs. Preceded in death by granddaughter, Lyndsey; siblings, Lyle, Loren and Lila. Survived by his loving wife, Beverly, of 44 years; children, Lynn (Scott) Pipho, Michelle (David) Brighton and James; grandchildren, Christian and Darcy; brother, Larry (Norma); dogs, Cotton and Candy; other family & friends. Funeral service Thursday, 11 AM, with reviewal one hour prior at Anoka United Methodist Church, 850 South St. Visitation Wednesday, 5-8 PM at Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home, W. Main St. & Branch Ave., Anoka. Interment St. Patrick's Cemetery. Thurston-Lindberg Funeral Home Anoka 763-421-0220 thurston-lindberg.com                                                                      

Scott A. Kingery

Obituary   Kingery, Scott A. 49, of Faribault, died 3/20/2013. Memorial services will be held at the Boldt Funeral Home, Faribault, on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. boldtfuneralhome.com 507-334-4481   Scott was a well know engine builder for many people in the racing community

 

Wolke, Richard "Dick" Age 72, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 1, 2012. He is survived by loving wife, Connie; children, Rick, Darren (Debbie), Deb, Sherri (Alan) Hernandez, Dave (Jeanette) Uden; 9 beloved grandsons; brother, Ron (Judy); and many other family and friends. A Memorial Service 5 PM Wednesday, August 8 at Hope Lutheran Church, 5728 Cedar Ave. S. Mpls., with a visitation 1 hour prior. A Celebration will be held after the Service at the American Legion #435 in Richfield. Cremation Society of MN 952-924-4100

Dear friends,
Dick passed away suddenly on Wed.(8/1) about 8 P.M. I heard him fall in the bathroom & quickly called 911 but
as fast as they came they couldn't help him. He had seen several of his friends in the last 2 days & all were shocked.
He had been so happy & didn't look sick. His obit will be in the Mpls Star on Sunday. A memorial service will be Wed. 8/8
at Hope Lutheran church, 5728 Cedar Ave. (across from the 5-8 club) at 5 PM proceeded by a visitation at 4 P.M.
Celebration of life following the service at the American legion on 62nd & Portland ave.
Memorials preferred to the charity of your choice, American Legion, or Hope Lutheran church.
Sincerely, Connie