Obituaries

Helen Ehrnreiter

Helen Ehrnreiter

Feb 11, 2011

Walter and Helen Ehrnreiter, age 93 of Ham Lake, lived, loved and died together after 60 wonderful years on Friday, February 11, 2011. They will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved them including, their daughters Hazel (Ron) Howes, Laura (John) Freundschuh; grandchildren, Glenn (Mei) Howes, Anne (Steve) Bullert, John (Andrea) Howes, David (Alicia) Howes, Jim Howes, Joe...

Mariann Dow

Mariann Dow

Feb 10, 2011

Mariann Hammitt Dow, age 69, 25 year resident of Wyoming, went Home to Our Lord on February 10, 2011. Mariann was born December 9, 1941 in Hibbing, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by her children, Mitchell Hammitt, Susan Hammitt, Renee Supan; son-in-law Larry Grundhoefer; the father of her children Max Hammitt; and parents Albert & Antoinette Passeri. She is...

Ann Moen

Ann Moen

Feb 9, 2011

Ann R. Moen, age 91, of Forest Lake, died on February 9, 2011. Owner of Harold's Shoes in Forest Lake. Preceded in death by husband Harold; 11 siblings; parents Joseph & Theresa Rainer. She is survived by sons, Gary (Mary Anne) Moen, Craig (Mary) Moen; daughter, Sherri (Dr. David) Wieden; grandchildren, Melissa Moen, Christopher Moen, Melanie (Spencer) Mistelke, Matthew (Kellie)...

Geraldine Miller

Geraldine Miller

Feb 8, 2011

Geraldine A. (Gerry) Miller, age 86 of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2011 surrounded by loving family after suffering a stroke on December 18, 2010. Preceded in death by her husband, Martin; son, Marty; and granddaughter, Tiffany Ferguson. Beloved mother of Carol (Charles) Matson, Karen (John) Zidar, Darrell Miller, Nancy (Blair) Ferguson; eight grandchildren; and several great...

Floyd Teteak

Floyd Teteak

Feb 6, 2011

Floyd "Pat" Teteak, age 80, of Coon Lake, died on February 6, 2011. He was preceded in death by his wife Donna; mother Emma Conrad; father-in-law Donald Lowrie; brothers Norm and Eugene Teteak. He is survived by his children, Rick (Lisa) Teteak, Cindi Valland (Dave Weeks); granddaughter Nicole Valland; mother-in-law Jean Lowrie; brothers, Bob (Nancy) Teteak; brother-in-law Dave (Bonnie) Lowrie;...

Roland Peterson

Roland Peterson

Feb 6, 2011

Roland "Pete" Peterson, age 82 of Wyoming, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2011 at Birchwood Health Care Center, Forest Lake, Minnesota. He was a dedicated volunteer with Fairview Hospice. He had a longtime career in nursing. He is preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Katie Peterson; son-in-law; former wife, Nora; three brothers; two sisters. He is survived...

Michael Dale

Michael Dale

Feb 5, 2011

Michael Dale, age 51 of Columbia Heights, formerly of Forest Lake, died unexpectedly on February 5, 2011. He is survived by his wife, Beth Dale; son, Christopher (Marie) Dale; grandchildren, Laura and Louise Dale; mother, Nancilee (Philip) Antisdel; sister, Robin (Curt) Frenning; brother, Daniel (Della) Antisdel; nephews, Jay, Joe, Sam, Adam Frenning, TJ and Jake Antisdel and other extended family....

Mildred Sobolik

Mildred Sobolik

Feb 4, 2011

Mildred A. Sobolik, 82, died February 4, 2011 at her home at The Villages of North Branch, Minnesota. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 11 at the Church of St. Peter, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN at 10:30 AM. She will eventually be laid to rest in St. JohnA�A�A½s Cemetery in Grafton, ND later...

Edna Pohlman

Edna Pohlman

Feb 2, 2011

Edna Pohlman age 88 of Centerville, Minnesota died Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview. She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Alma Rossow; husband, Wilmer Pohlman. She is survived by her daughters, Peggy (Mike) Ferguson of Fairbanks, Alaska, Paula (Rob) Burdick of Forest Lake, Minnesota; granddaughter, Sarah Jade of LaCrosse, Wisconsin; sister,...

Helen Peterson

Helen Peterson

Feb 1, 2011

Helen M. Peterson, age 92, formerly of Coon Lake, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, February 1, 2011. Helen will be remembered as a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her generosity and giving nature will never be forgotten She is preceded in death by her parents, Nels and Louisa Nelson; husband Randolph; siblings, Lucille...

Antoinette Nitschke

Antoinette Nitschke

Jan 30, 2011

Antoinette "Ann" Nitschke, Loving Mom & Grandma Age 63 of Scandia, lost her 2 year battle with cancer. Ann taught us all how to fight with strength, dignity and love. Preceded in death by husband Paul; parents Leo and Viola Helmberger. She is survived by her children Robert, Beth DeWolfe; grandson Leo DeWolfe; siblings, Lorene (Jim) Wright, Paulette (Tom) Juen,...

Margaret Engstrom

Margaret Engstrom

Jan 30, 2011

Engstrom, Margaret "Maggie" Age 59, of Wyoming, MN Chose to surrender on a snowy Sunday morning with her sons at her side. Preceded in death by father, James Askay. Survived by sons, Matt (Carolyn), Andy (Shurene), Nate (Lisa); four grandchildren, CC, Nadine, Kaylee, Jessa; mother, Phyllis; sister, Barbara Guille; Horn, Guille, Fehlen, and Falldin families. Maggie fearlessly made friends with...

Richard Christian

Richard Christian

Jan 27, 2011

Rick Christian, age 62, formerly of St. Paul, died peacefully, with a smile on his face on Jan. 27, 2011 Survived by sons, Ian (Alisha) Martinez-Christian, Andy Christian; five siblings. Rick served in the US Marine Corps for 10 years, and was a Vietnam Veteran. Gathering of family and friends 1:00-4:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at Birchwood Health Care...

Brooke Kowarsch

Brooke Kowarsch

Jan 23, 2011

Brooke Elizabeth Kowarsch, age 8 A½ months, became an angel on Sunday, January 23, 2011 while surrounded by her loving family. Brooke was a beautiful and happy baby, who was always smiling and loved to be held! She loved being around her big sister, dog Tanner, and holding her Lovie. She will be met in heaven by her great grandparents,...

Harlan Jelmberg

Harlan Jelmberg

Jan 21, 2011

Harlan L. Jelmberg, age 73, of Columbus, went to be with his Lord and Savior, while surrounded by his loving family on Friday, January 21, 2011. Harlan was employed as a custodian with the Forest Lake School District for 30 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Garrett and May; daughter, Tori; other family. He will be dearly...

Leona Larkin

Leona Larkin

Jan 21, 2011

Leona G. Larkin, age 79, of Wyoming, Minnesota. Passed away peacefully on Friday, January 21, 2011. She is preceded in death by her children, Calvin Kissinger, Joyce Larsen. She is survived by her devoted husband of 55 years, James; children, Josephine (Orin) Nordby, Dan (Julie) Kissinger, Marion Larkin, Charlotte Gary, James P. Larkin; twelve grandchildren; several great grandchildren; other extended...

Donald Livgard

Donald Livgard

Jan 20, 2011

Donald B. Livgard, age 69, formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully at his home in San Antonio, Florida while surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Ruth; children, Troy (Kristi), Gary (Megan), Rhonda Stogsdill; grandchildren, Mitchell, Matthew, Nicholas, Dylan, Max, Vanessa, Tyler, Whitney, Austin; siblings, Karen (Wally) Anderson. Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343...

Joseph Rhoda

Joseph Rhoda

Jan 18, 2011

Joseph Rhoda, age 80 of Stacy, died Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at Fairview Lakes Regional Medical Center. Joseph was born August 1, 1930 in Foley, Minnesota, the son of Felix and Theresa (Stolarczyk) Rhoda. Joseph is preceded in death by his parents. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him including his devoted children, Dennis (Kathy),...

Sandra Slater

Sandra Slater

Jan 18, 2011

Sandra Jeanne Slater Beloved Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother Age 62, of Wyoming, formerly of Hugo MN. Passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 18, 2011. Her caring spirit and warm sense of humor lives on in the hearts of all who knew her. Survived by her husband, Roger Slater, with whom she shared 46 wonderful years of marriage; daughters...

Lottie Hanson

Lottie Hanson

Jan 17, 2011

Lottie E. Hanson, age 93 of Forest Lake, died peacefully on Monday, January 17, 2011. She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Clara (Hestekin) Abrahamson; husband, Arnold. She will be dearly missed by her loving nieces, nephews and friends. A Celebration of Her Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 8, 2011 at Lord of...