Obituaries

Mary L. Johnson

Mary L. Johnson

Jun 7, 2023

Mary Louise Johnson (nee Donohue), of Hugo, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2023.  She is preceded in death by her daughter, Shelby Lynn Johnson; parents, Gerald and Florence Donohue; sister, Jane Nelson.  She is survived by her daughter, Laura Johnson; brothers, Tom and Tim Donohue; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

The family will greet friends...

Audrey Hawkinson

Audrey Hawkinson

Jun 4, 2023

Audrey Carolyn Hawkinson, age 94, lifelong resident of Scandia was born on July 31, 1928 to Dorothy and Henry Julien.  Audrey passed away on June 4, 2023.  Growing up on a farm, she then married a farmer, Howard Hawkinson, in 1946.  Howie and Aud, as they were known, celebrated 64 years together.

There are a wide variety of chores and...

Richard "Rick" T. Mike Jr.

Richard "Rick" T. Mike Jr.

Jun 3, 2023

Richard “Rick” T. Mike Jr., age 57, of Forest Lake, passed away unexpectedly on June 3, 2023. 

Rick grew up in Forest Lake on a hobby farm – after moving from the Cities there were lots of interesting stories and craziness with farm life.  His dad took care of the farm and his mom showed prize Cairn Terriers.  Rick even...

Jason A. Loftus

Jason A. Loftus

May 29, 2023

"Guys, I'm eating junk and watching rubbish! You better come out and stop me!" – Kevin

Jason Allen Loftus, age 50, of Blaine, Minnesota died Monday, May 29, 2023, unexpectedly following what he would have felt was an amazing day spent with friends.  Jason and his friends spent the beautiful holiday having a picnic and hiking trails, laughing and enjoying the sunshine...

William "Bill" Tiedemann

William "Bill" Tiedemann

May 28, 2023

William E.  “Bill” Tiedemann, age 76, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Sunday, May 28, 2023.  Bill was a graduate of South St. Paul Senior High School, longtime employee of BMC Industries, ardent Ski-Do Snowmobiler, car guy, fisherman, Mr. Fitx-It-Perfectly, and best husband, father and friend ever.   He is preceded in death by his son, Todd; brother, Robert. 

He is survived...

Irma I. Dahl

Irma I. Dahl

May 25, 2023

On Thursday, May 25, 2023, Irma Ilene Dahl (Clifford) of Wyoming, MN, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away at the age of 85.  Born June 25, 1937 to Danna and Catherine Clifford, Irma graduated from Glenwood City High School in Glenwood City, WI in 1955 and immediately married Donald Dahl.  Irma and Donald moved a couple of times in their young...

Helen Louise Haus

Helen Louise Haus

May 23, 2023

Helen Louise Haus (Goeb), 81, of Battle Lake, Minnesota, passed away on 23 May 2023 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s/Dementia. She was born to parents Leander and Sophie Goeb, on 20 October 1941 in Frankfort Township, Minnesota.

She graduated from St. Michael Catholic School in 1959. Honored in high school, Helen was the most beautiful homecoming queen.

She eventually went into the care-giving industry and loved how rewarding her work was.

Helen worked as a Nursing Assistant for 48 years. She worked with people...

Ronald "Ron" A. Genz

Ronald "Ron" A. Genz

May 22, 2023

Ronald A. Genz, age 88, of Lino Lakes, formerly of Forest Lake, went to be with his Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 22, 2023. 

Preceded in death by 3 children, Stewart, Brenda, Timothy; parents, Arthur and Louise; 2 sisters, Geraldine, Deanna; brother, Robert; and ex-wife, Hope Bruce.

Survived by sisters, Shirley (Ron) Wenzel of Stillwater, Paulette Genz of...

Prudence "Prudy" Ann Lawrence

Prudence "Prudy" Ann Lawrence

May 20, 2023

Prudence “Prudy” Ann Lawrence of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 20, 2023. 

Prudy was born in Minneapolis and grew up in St. Paul.  Her favorite hobbies were cooking, baking, collecting cookbooks, and crocheting.  Her favorite flowers were lilacs.  She loved spending time with family and friends, as well as cooking and baking many...

Dennis L. Brown

Dennis L. Brown

May 20, 2023

Denny, age 82, of Forest Lake, MN, peacefully passed away on May 20, 2023.

Denny is survived by children Greg and Cathy Brown, Jodie and Greg Boderman, Julie and Wally Brown-Bungert, Bruce Brown, Peter and Jackie Brown; grandchildren Mitchel Brown, Russel Brown, Sam and Bri Boderman, Josh Boderman, Lindsey Brown, Ryan Brown, Ellie Brown and Travis Brown. Also, Darlene...

Melvin J. Pfaffendorf

Melvin J. Pfaffendorf

May 17, 2023

Melvin J. Pfaffendorf, age 94, of Linwood Township, MN, passed away on May 17, 2023.

Melvin married Lucy on August 27, 1960, and they lived on his great grandparents’ farm.  Melvin was a fourth generation to live there.  Most of the farm now belongs to the Gordie Mikkelson Wild Life Area.  This is for everyone to enjoy while preserving the...

Timothy E. Jorgensen

Timothy E. Jorgensen

May 15, 2023

Timothy E. Jorgensen, age 56, formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Monday, May 15, 2023.  Tim was born June 22, 1966 in Forest Lake, Minnesota the son of Robert and Sharon (nee Green) Jorgensen Sr.  He attended Forest Lake High School.  Tim worked in construction as a heavy equipment operator in addition to being an over the road truck driver. ...

Dan Moravec

Dan Moravec

May 15, 2023

Daniel “Dan” Moravec, age 53, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away on May 15, 2023.

Dan was born to Tom and Joan on October 15, 1969, in St. Paul, Minnesota.  Growing up in Wyoming, Minnesota, he loved playing football and was very athletic.  Dan loved family time whether it was hiking in the woods, fishing, or just being around the...

Mary Pat Sullivan

Mary Pat Sullivan

May 11, 2023

Mary Patricia "Pat" Sullivan age 91, died peacefully on May 11, 2023. She was born in South Milwaukee WI. She was a loving mother to Mary P (David) Lamwers, Timothy P (Tammy) Sullivan, and Kelly A (WIlliam) Lamwers (William). Grandmother to Melissa, Timothy, David, Thomas, Meghan, Eric, Samantha. Great Grandmother to Michelle, Madeline, Chandler, Julia, Dylan, Olivia, Jayna, Andrew, Wesley,...

Randy D. Olson

Randy D. Olson

May 2, 2023

Randy D. Olson, of Lindstrom, MN, passed away one day after his 65th birthday, May 2, 2023. Randy was born to Donald Olson and Audrey (Bulman) Campeau, in New Richmond, WI, May 1, 1958.

Randy has always been a hard worker and lived around the Twin Cities most of his adult life. After working for Cemstone for 20 years, he...

Steve G. Wells

Steve G. Wells

Apr 29, 2023

Steven George Wells, age 73, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by his loving family and devoted care team on Saturday, April 29, 2023.  Steve was born July 27, 1949 in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the son of Clayton and Grace (Hansen) Wells.  He graduated from Alexandria High School, Class of 1967 with his high school sweetheart, Gail Newhouse. ...

Jonathan "Chicken" Anderson

Jonathan "Chicken" Anderson

Apr 26, 2023

Jonathan David Anderson “Chicken”, age 33, of Blaine, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 26, 2023.  Jonathan was born May 11, 1989 in Cambridge, Minnesota the son of David and Cheryl (Whittet) Anderson.  He graduated from St. Francis High School, Class of 2007.  Following high school, he studied at Anoka Ramsey Community College before beginning his career as a machinist...

William J. O'Hara

William J. O'Hara

Apr 26, 2023

William John O'Hara, age 78, of Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 while surrounded by his beloved family.

He is preceded in death by his wife Eileen (Fowler); parents Frank and Maude (Connors) O’Hara; brother Thomas.  He will be deeply missed by his devoted children, Michael Christensen, Patrick (Christina) O’Hara, Shannon Stueber, Carrie (Mark)...

Mary Kathleen Green

Mary Kathleen Green

Apr 25, 2023

Mary "Cashie" Kathleen Green, 77, of Center City, MN, passed away on the morning of April 25th, 2023surrounded by family and a dear friend at her home on the lake.Cashie was born on December 29, 1945 to Alice and Harley Case in Saint Paul MN.  She attended Forest Lake High School along with her brother and threesisters where she first met her future husband, Tom Green....

Barbara Pfleger

Barbara Pfleger

Apr 24, 2023

Barbara Jane Pfleger entered her eternal rest on April 24, 2023, at Morning Pointe of Tullahoma, Tennessee. She was born January 18, 1940 in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the daughter of Gerald and Viola LaPlant.

Barbara was the beloved wife of Robert Pfleger; loving mother of Christine (Rick) Mordorski, Robert (Josie), Laura Webb, Ken (Teri), and John (Caitlin); proud grandmother of...

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