Obituaries

Dennis Beimert

Dennis Beimert

Aug 27, 2011

Dennis George Beimert, age 65, a 34 year resident of Forest Lake died suddenly on August 27, 2011, peacefully, while surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones. Preceded in death by parents, George and Lorraine Beimert. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Berdie Karen; children, Sandra Clasen, George (Wendy), Douglas (Lisa); granddaughters, Brittany, Danielle, Karissa Crouse,...

Arlys Shelander

Arlys Shelander

Aug 22, 2011

Arlys J. Shelander (nee Houfer), age 84, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 22, 2011 at her home. She is preceded in death by her husband, Warren; great grandson Hunter Held. She is survived by her children, Mike (Paula), Arlo (Loretta), Deb (Mike) Held, Kenny, Jennifer, Keith (Joanna); ten grandchildren; three great grandchildren; two brothers; one sister;...

Charles Sampson

Charles Sampson

Aug 14, 2011

Charles "Chuck" Sampson, age 86, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2011, surrounded by loved ones in his home. Preceded in death by wife, Dorothy and brother, Ira. Survived by significant other Marian Oman; children, Judy (Rich) Nelson, Dale, Marty (Doreen), Tom (Lori), Jim (Katy), Randy (Jeanette); ten grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; brother, David (Lily); and other...

James Erickson

James Erickson

Aug 11, 2011

James Louis Erickson, age 78, of Forest Lake, Beloved husband, father, grandpa and great grandpa, passed away suddenly on Aug. 11, 2011. Preceded in death by parents, Robert & Lois (Ball) Erickson; sister Julaine Fitch. He is survived by his wife Lois; sons, James, Bob (Lisa), Bill (Stacy), Ed (Sharon), Rick (Laurie) Jennrich; daughters, Terri (Phil) Wrabek , Lisa (Pat)...

Heidi Kachel

Heidi Kachel

Aug 5, 2011

Heidi Lea (Barfknecht) Kachel, age 48 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, peacefully went to be with her Saviour on August 5, 2011. Heidi was born May 8, 1963 in Montevideo, Minnesota, the daughter of Howard Barfknecht and Abby Johnson. She was united in marriage to Dan Kachel Jr. on February 15, 1997 in Washington County, Minnesota. Heidi was a dedicated employee...

William Turenne

William Turenne

Aug 4, 2011

William "Bill" Turenne, age 72 of Scandia, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Thursday, August 4, 2011. William was born July 1, 1939 in International Falls, Minnesota, the son of Joseph and Ovelina (Graton) Turenne. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. During his time in the military he met his beloved Judy while they...

Pat Shomion

Pat Shomion

Aug 3, 2011

Pat Hager Shomion, age 63, of Saint Paul, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2011. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Virginia (Hutterer) Foster, daughter Lynn Tisland. She is survived by son, Michael, daughter, Kalila Shomion; nine grandchildren; three great grandchildren; four brothers and one sister; as well as other extended family and friends. Pat is loved and will...

Lucile Lind

Lucile Lind

Aug 1, 2011

Lucile Janet Fuglie Lind, born in Lakeville, MN on February 18, 1920, and a resident of her beloved Forest Lake for 86 years, died August 1, 2011. A child of the depression and World War II, she embodied the common values of that generation: duty, honor, economy, courage, service, love of family and country and, above all, responsibility for oneself....

Talitha Nathem

Talitha Nathem

Jul 31, 2011

Talitha E. Nathem, age 78 of Circle Pines, Minnesota, died July 31, 2011. Talitha is preceded in death by her first husband, Paul Armstrong; 2nd husband, Warren Nathem; 1 brother; 2 sisters. She is survived by her children Carolyn (Kim) Olson, Mary (Brian) Martinson, Paulette (Gary) Balster, Herbert (Kim) Armstrong, Paul (Barb) Armstrong; Granddaughter, Tabbatha Armstrong and numerous other grandchildren;...

Nicholas Johns

Nicholas Johns

Jul 31, 2011

Nicholas Paul Johns, age 26, formerly of Lindstrom, died on July 31, 2011 in a swimming accident. Preceded in death by paternal grandparents; maternal grandfather; cousins, Eric Joyce and Christine Jamison. He is survived by his father Michael; mother Beverly; maternal grandmother Beatrice Jamison; siblings, Wendy (Joshua) Thomas, Steven, Holly (John) Starkey; nieces and nephews, Jacob, Jesse and Kyla Thomas,...

Anna Weiler

Anna Weiler

Jul 27, 2011

Anna E. Weiler, age 89, of Forest Lake, died on July 27, 2011. Preceded in death by her husband Lawrence; brother Steve; sister Betty; and special niece Lori Hofacre. Ann is survived by daughters, Judith Weiler-Vaughn, Rebecca (Thomas) Somers; son Richard Weiler; grandchildren, Jonathon and Jamison Vaughn, Jeffrey Somers, Jennifer (Todd) Jorgenson, Nicole and Nathan Weiler. Ann brightened many peoples'...

Margaret Dingman

Margaret Dingman

Jul 26, 2011

Margaret Jean Dingman, born July 5, 1930 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The oldest daughter of Mable Clara (Baumgartner) and Clifford Torgeson. The family moved to Minnesota shortly after her birth. Jean graduated in 1948 from Henning High School. On June 30, 1962, Jean was married to Donald Dingman. Soon after, they moved to Forest Lake, Minnesota, where they raised their three...

Albert Augustine

Albert Augustine

Jul 24, 2011

Albert Augustine, age 82 of Scandia, died peacefully on Sunday, July 24, 2011 while surrounded by his family. Albert served his country in the United States Air Force before becoming the proud co-owner of Augie's Catering with his brothers. He will be fondly remembered as a loving and adventurous man. He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and...

Evert Anderson

Evert Anderson

Jul 20, 2011

Evert Carl Anderson, age 91 of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2011. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Hilma; infant sister, Jean; beloved wife of 64 years, Mildred (Millie); son, James; grandson, Jimmy Jackson. Survived by his children, Mary Jo (Jim) Brassill, Jon (Sandy), Mike; grandchildren, great-grandchildren; sisters, Jean Lunkley, Jeanette (Jerry) Elstad;...

Sandra Boese

Sandra Boese

Jul 19, 2011

Boese, Sandra "Sue" Age 67 of Forest Lake, MN Passed away peacefully on July 19, 2011 surrounded by family. Preceded in death by mother, Betty Nelson; sister, Judy; husband, Arthur "Gary" Boese. Survived by 2 children Hans (Crystal) Boese, Nikki Boese; father, Harold Nelson; 2 brothers, Larry & Ron Nelson; and several other family members. Family will greet friends on...

Leigh Hernandez

Leigh Hernandez

Jul 19, 2011

Leigh "Bud" Hernandez, age 59 of Forest Lake, died suddenly Tuesday, July 19, 2011 while on his daily bicycle ride. Bud was a master antique furniture finisher, who loved ballroom dancing and riding his Choppers. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jose and Lois. He is survived by his siblings, Dale (Linda), Andrea Mars; nieces and nephews, Clorice...

Carlyle Larson

Carlyle Larson

Jul 18, 2011

Carlyle D. Larson, age 79 of Linwood Township, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Monday, July 18, 2011. He is preceded in death by his parents, Palmer and Lillian Larson; sons, Brad and Michael; sister, N. Camille Lorbiecki; brothers-in-law, Douglas Thun, Larry Lorbiecki. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him including his beloved...

Susan Wehseler

Susan Wehseler

Jul 17, 2011

Susan F. Wehseler, age 57 of Scandia, passed away July 17, 2011, while surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Dorothy Cook. Susan is survived by her devoted husband Donald; daughters, Sonya (Edward) Jones, Stacie (fiancé James Brusso); grandchildren, Liam, Trey and Nathan Jones; Logan and Tiana Wehseler, Raymond and Sierra Brusso;...

Wally Berglund

Wally Berglund

Jul 16, 2011

Wally Berglund, age 80, of Marine on St. Croix, died July 16, 2011 after fighting a good fight.He is survived by Diane, his loving wife of 56 years; children, Scott, Sandy (Kevin) Randall, Jeff (LeAnne); grandchildren, Melissa Rainville, Chris Randall, Ryan, Jason and Nick Bruggeman; great granddaughters, Lily and Sophie Bruggeman; siblings, Ronald (Bernice), Marjy (Ed) Anderson, Gene (Barbara); and...

Lawrence Schoenrock

Lawrence Schoenrock

Jul 13, 2011

Lawrence "Sonny" Schoenrock, age 71 of Hugo, Minnesota died unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 13, 2011. Sonny was born June 27, 1940 in Wagner Township (Giese), Minnesota. Sonny was a former employee of Advanced Circuits. Sonny is preceded in death by his parents, Reinhold & Margaretha (Groth) Schoenrock; brothers and sisters; and first wife, Joyce (Eiffler) Schoenrock. He is survived by...