Obituaries

Alan James Giles

Alan James Giles

Aug 4, 2025

Alan James Giles, age 64, of Belle Plaine, MN, entered eternal life on Monday, August 4, 2025, while surrounded by his family.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 7, 2025, from 4-7 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 West First Street, Jordan, MN and an additional visitation on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 10-10:45 am, with a Mass...

Joe Boone

Joe Boone

Aug 3, 2025

It is with hearts both heavy and grateful that we pause to honor and remember the life of a remarkable man whose journey touched all who had the privilege to know him. Though words can scarcely capture the full measure of a person’s presence, we gather them here to celebrate a life lived with compassion, kindness, and—most of all—love.

A Celebration...

Jeffrey Ryan Bissell

Jeffrey Ryan Bissell

Aug 1, 2025

Jeffrey Ryan Bissell, age 82, of Belle Plaine, MN, formerly of Jordan and New Prague, MN, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025, at Hennepin County Medical Center, in Minneapolis, MN.

A Liturgy of the Word will be held on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 2 PM, with a gathering one-hour prior all at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 West...

DuWayne "Dewey" Mickelson

DuWayne "Dewey" Mickelson

Aug 1, 2025

DuWayne (“Dewey”) Arden Mickelson of Prior Lake, Minnesota passed away on August 1, 2025. He was born on July 27, 1940, in Viroqua Wisconsin to Arved and Edna (Overgard) Mickelson.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 AM with Time of Gathering from 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM on Friday, August 15, 2025 at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565...

Steve Swiatek

Steve Swiatek

Jul 29, 2025

Savage, MN — Stephen Robert Swiatek, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, July 29th at Abbott Memorial Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. Born on January 21, 1963, and delivered by his grandfather in Chicago, IL, he was the beloved husband of Michelle Swiatek (Brandt) and a cherished member of the Swiatek family.

Steve lived a life rooted in his love for family...

Lois Kessler Tisdell

Lois Kessler Tisdell

Jul 29, 2025

Celebrating Lois Kessler Tisdell, June 29, 1936 – July 29, 2025

Our family feels truly blessed to have had Lois in our lives, a woman with a quick wit, caring heart and deep faith. Lois had a remarkable gift for making space in her life and heart for so very many. She celebrated your joys and stood by you during times...

Deborah Bauer Carnevale

Deborah Bauer Carnevale

Jul 29, 2025

Deborah Bauer Carnevale (née Kyte), age 58, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away peacefully at home on July 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Her warmth, compassion, and unshakable faith touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Born on January 22, 1967, in St. Paul, MN, Deborah dedicated her life to caring for others. As a devoted nurse,...

Lorraine Lippert

Lorraine Lippert

Jul 25, 2025

Lorraine C. Lippert, 95, died July 25, 2025, in Savage, MN, after a brief illness.

A celebration of life will be held honoring Lorraine on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 2 pm, with a gathering starting at 12:30 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake, MN. Reverend Diana Hunstad will preside. Memorials may be directed to...

Robert W. Smith Jr.

Robert W. Smith Jr.

Jul 22, 2025

Robert W. Smith Jr, age 91, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away on July 22, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM with Military Honors at 11:45 AM on Thursday, July 31, 2025 at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior Lake, MN. Bob will be laid to rest at Fort...

Timothy Ralph Wagner

Timothy Ralph Wagner

Jul 20, 2025

Timothy Ralph Wagner, age 65, of Prior Lake, MN, sadly left his family on Sunday, July 20, 2025.

A time of gathering will be held on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 4-7 pm, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake and with an additional gathering on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 9-9:45 am, and a Mass of...

Bernice "Bernie" Leahy

Bernice "Bernie" Leahy

Jul 20, 2025

Bernice “Bernie” Leahy, age 90, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away on July 20th, 2025.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00 PM with Time of Gathering from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior Lake MN. Bernice will be laid to rest at Fort Snelling...

Bob Dittman

Bob Dittman

Jul 16, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bob Dittman. Bob was born and raised in Prior Lake on February 26, 1963, where he lived throughout his life. He passed away peacefully at home with his wife by his side on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.

Bob was a home remodeling contractor and enjoyed keeping busy doing projects around...

Scott "Scotty" Conrady

Scott "Scotty" Conrady

Jul 14, 2025

Scott “Scotty” Conrady, age 61 of Shakopee Minnesota, passed away on July 14th, 2025. Scott was born in Shakopee, MN on December 16th, 1963, and lived there all his life.

Scott was preceded in death by this father, Frances (Fats) Conrady Sr., Brother Frances (Fran) Conrady Jr., Nephews Travis and Josh Conrady and sister-in-law Mary (Holly) Conrady, and is survived by...

Bonnie Nolting Mapes

Bonnie Nolting Mapes

Jul 13, 2025

Bonnie Mapes, age 60, of Jordan MN, passed away on July 13th, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1:00 PM with Time of Gathering from 12:00 - 1:00 PM on Saturday July 19, 2025, at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 104 First St W, Jordan MN. Pastor Matt Cordes will preside. Bonnie will be laid to rest at...

Michael F. Miller

Michael F. Miller

Jul 13, 2025

Michael F. Miller, beloved husband and the best dad of all time, died on July 13, 2025, surrounded by the love of his wife, daughter, and granddog.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 11 am, with a time of gathering from 9:00-10:45 am, at St. Michael Catholic Church, 16400 Duluth Avenue SE, Prior...

Robert "Bob" Suel

Robert "Bob" Suel

Jul 11, 2025

Robert “Bob” Joseph Suel, age 71, of Shakopee, MN, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, July 11, 2025, at St. Gertrude’s Health & Rehabilitation Center.

A Liturgy of the Word will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., with a time of gathering from 9:30–10:45 a.m. at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 South...

Dee Schill

Dee Schill

Jul 8, 2025

Delores "Dee" Marie Schill, 60 of Lakeville, MN, gained her wings on July 8th at home surrounded by loved ones.

Celebration of Life will be held on July 27th at Mystic Lake EVENT Center

(Isanti Ballroom)

2400 Mystic Lake Blvd. Prior Lake, MN 55372.

Visitation 1pm-2pm.

Celebration of Life 2pm.

Dee was born on September 1st, 1964 in Maddock, ND to Darral and Ruth White. She...

Ken Torborg

Ken Torborg

Jul 6, 2025

Ken Torborg, age 84, of Prior Lake MN, passed away July 6, 2025. A visitation will be held Wednesday July 16, 2025 from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Ballard Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant Street SE, Prior Lake MN, 55372. Mass of Christian Burial will be the following day, Thursday July 17th at 11:00 AM at St. Michael...

Buford "Bo" Charles Newbour

Buford "Bo" Charles Newbour

Jul 5, 2025

Buford “Bo” Newbour, age 35, of Prior Lake, MN, unexpectedly passed away on July 5th, 2025. A celebration of life for Bo will be held Friday, July 25th, 2025, from 1:00PM – 3:00PM at Ballard-Sunder Funeral Home in Prior Lake, MN.

Bo was born in St. Paul, MN on August 31, 1989, to Buford and Mary (Johnson) Newbour. He spent his...

Natalie Louise (Schleh) Joscher

Natalie Louise (Schleh) Joscher

Jul 2, 2025

Natalie Louise Joscher, age 92, of Prior Lake, MN, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, at her home.

A Memorial Service will be held for Natalie at 1:00 PM with a Time of Gathering from Noon - 1:00 PM on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 4565 Pleasant St SE, Prior Lake, MN. Natalie will be laid...