Obituaries

Apr 20, 2013

Schmidt, Delano E. "Del" Age 79, of Chisago City, Minnesota Del Passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 20, 2013. Del was born in Ellsworth Wisconsin in May of 1933. He proudly served in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic for 8 years during the Korean War conflict, where he was stationed in...

Apr 19, 2013

Roger Allan Fremo, age 87, of Blaine, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2013, while surrounded by his family. Roger was a fisherman at heart. He enjoyed fishing for pan fish and walleye. Aside from his love for fishing, Roger enjoyed visiting and spending time with his family, as well as small home-improvement projects that kept him busy. Roger was...

Apr 18, 2013

Jerry Lee Rogers, age 70, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 18, 2013. Jerry had a deep love for his family and enjoyed spending as much time with them as he could. Jerry was also known for his love of fishing, particularly for Bass and Walleye. Jerry is survived by his loving wife,...

Apr 13, 2013

Janfry "Bruce" Thoen, age 75, of East Bethel, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Saturday, April 13, 2013. Bruce was known for his love of the outdoors, growing and tending to a wide variety of flowers and spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren. Bruce proudly served his country in the United States...

Apr 12, 2013

In Loving Memory of Ellen Smith Dingman, 1916-2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. L.M. Dingman; sister, Beulah (Alvin) Montgomery; brother, Shelby (Milly) Smith. She is survived by children, David (Ruth) Dingman, Martha (Jerry) Talmage; grandchildren, Lisa (Terry) Marsh, Brian (Michelle) Dingman; great grandchild, George Marsh. Ellen resided in Prophetstown, Illinois until her final years as a...

Apr 7, 2013

Dana Lynn Chevre, age 36, of Forest Lake, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2013. She will be dearly missed by her parents, Mike and Debra; grandparents, Lily Chevre, Robert and Hilda Jezek; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343...

Apr 3, 2013

Danielle Marie Anderson (Guckeen) age 24. An unintentional outcome of alcohol and drug addiction took her from us on April 3, 2013, while doing one of her favorite things, taking a bath. Danielle was a lifelong resident of Forest Lake, MN, until she moved to Louisville, KY in June of 2012. Her death occurred while living there. Memorial Services will...

Apr 2, 2013

Jack Buys, born October 15, 1924, in Franklin, Pennsylvania to James and Ethel Buys, was raised by his mother in Greenville, Pennsylvania and graduated from Greenville High School in June 1943. In September Jack volunteered for the US Navy whom he served for 2 ½ years. He rose to Radioman Third Class on destroyer USS Knapp which fought in the...

Mar 29, 2013

Rosella "Rose" Nelson, age 85 of Chisago City, formerly Minneapolis, Minnesota passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 29, 2013. She is preceded in death by her son, Robert; 1st husband, Leland "Max"; 2nd husband, Ken Hom; sister. Survived by children, Rich (Judy), Sandra (Ken) Nelson-DiCocco, Sharon (John) Harris, Brad (Sandy); nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren and the Hom...

Mar 21, 2013

Jeanne Bowens, Age 67, of Wyoming, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2013. Jeanne was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend who also enjoyed crafts, gardening and other activities. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Monday,...

Mar 20, 2013

Raymond Harry Holmquist, age 86 of Wyoming/East Bethel, died while surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 20, 2013. Raymond was born March 18, 1927 in Wyoming, Minnesota to Arthur and Dora (Dahl) Holmquist. Raymond grew up in the Wyoming area where he attended school. On April 21, 1951 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Kable at Cedar United...

Mar 17, 2013

Richard "Dick" David Schwarten, age 88 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and family on March 17, 2013. "Dick" was born February 11, 1925 in St. Paul, Minnesota. "Dick" proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Margaret Schwarten; his wife, Iris (Bacon) Schwarten...

Mar 17, 2013

Gordon "Gordy" Pfaffendorf, age 58 of Linwood Township, died, Sunday, March 17, 2013. Gordy was born December 23, 1954 in Saint Paul, Minnesota the son of Wilbur and Everal (Novy) Pfaffendorf. He attended Forest Lake High School. Following high school he began working as a brake press operator and continued in this career path until he was diagnosed with Ataxia...

Mar 15, 2013

Domek, Keith R, age 51, of Minneapolis, formerly of Forest Lake, passed away on March 15, 2013. Per Keith's wishes, no services will be held. Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343 North Shore Drive Forest Lake, MN US 55025 Previous Events Service Friday, March 22, 2013 Mattson Funeral Home

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Mar 15, 2013

Mildred N. Rioux, age 94 , lifetime Forest Lake resident. Mildred was born and raised in Forest Lake, Minnesota, the daughter of Carl and Martha (Rumby) Engquist. She was a lifetime member of Faith Lutheran Church, where she participated in the choir for many years. She was also a member of the Columbus Senior Center. Died peacefully on Friday, March...

Mar 14, 2013

Dustin Berg (Tschetter), age 22, of Forest Lake, passed away unexpectedly on March 14, 2013. Dustin was born on August 7, 1990 and lived in the Fargo-Moorhead area until he moved to Forest Lake in 1994. He began his educational journey at Forest Lake Elementary and was a proud graduate of the Forest Lake High School Class of 2009. Dustin...

Mar 5, 2013

James E. Reilly, age 65 of Scandia, died suddenly on Tuesday, March 5, 2013. Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Hazel Reilly. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife, Sue; devoted children, Jason (Krista) Botterill, Jenna Botterill; grandson, Jack Botterill; siblings, Tom (Dee) Reilly, Joyce (George) Clipson; niece and nephews, Brian Reilly, Marie Clipson,...

Mar 1, 2013

Max K. Shipman, age 69 of East Bethel, died peacefully while surrounded by his family following an acute battle with leukemia on Friday, March 1, 2013. Max enjoyed sports, the outdoors and fishing with his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lorn and Rose. He will be dearly missed by his devoted wife Georgene; loving children, Joel...

Feb 28, 2013

Gene Gladys Thompson, age 86, of Chisago City, Minnesota, formerly of Wyoming, Minnesota, died February 28, 2013. Gene was born March 22, 1926 to Hiram Hathaway and Magda Inga (Anderson) Farris in Barron, Wisconsin. They moved to Hoyt Lakes, MN in 1960 and stayed for many years raising their family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; parents;...

Feb 27, 2013

Joanne Palmquist, age 72 of Chisago City, Minnesota, formerly Wyoming, Minnesota died February 27, 2013 while surrounded by her family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth and brother, Richard Nowicki. Survived by children, Kevin (Linda) Palmquist and Roxanne (Mark) Hudak; grandchildren, Kristi (fiancé Chris Reinhardt) Ziehl, Kerry (fiancé Amy Gaustad) Palmquist, Alex (Savannah) Palmquist, Dakoda (Krista Lintner)...