Obituaries

Arnold Rudenick

Arnold Rudenick

Dec 18, 2022

At the age of 83 Arnie was welcomed into Gods arms on Sunday December 18, 2022 at Unity Hospital, Fridley MN after a battle with leukemia and depression, along with a long list of other things.  He went peacefully with his family at his side.

Arnie was born October 6th 1939, the son of Paul & Olive (Rappe) of Hinckley...

Virginia Ann Smith

Virginia Ann Smith

Dec 14, 2022

Virginia “Ginny” Ann Smith – loving wife and mother of four – passed away on December 14, 2022, at the age of 88 in White Bear Lake, MN. 

Virginia is preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Elda Wise and loving husband Robert E. Smith.  Virginia is survived by four sons, Steven R. Smith (Joan), Jeffery A. Smith (Jill),...

Dustin Gregory Manderscheid

Dustin Gregory Manderscheid

Dec 14, 2022

 

Dustin Gregory Manderscheid

July 26, 1989 - December 14, 2022

 

“I’m the one that’s got to die when it’s time for me to die, so let me live my life the way I want to.”

 ―Jimi Hendrix 

 

Dustin was a typical Leo: strong, confident, ambitious, loyal, fiercely proud, and protective of those he loved and cared about, incredibly generous, and...

Douglas E. Sill MD

Douglas E. Sill MD

Dec 14, 2022

 

Douglas Ellwood Sill was born on April 30, 1951 to Ellwood and Margaret Sill in Madelia, Minnesota.  He passed away peacefully at home on December 14, 2022 surrounded by his family.   

Doug attended St. Olaf College where he met his wife Sharon.   He went on to the University of Minnesota Medical School, followed by a Family Practice Residency...

Nancilee Antisdel

Nancilee Antisdel

Dec 12, 2022

Nancilee Antisdel was born July 28, 1936, in Spencer, Iowa and passed away in the Forest Lake, Minnesota area on December 12, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Lena “Len” Guthrie and Jared Hammer; husband, Philip Antisdel; son, Michael Dale.

Nancilee grew up in Milford, Iowa where she attended school and graduated with the Class of 1955. ...

Louise Mounts Blair

Louise Mounts Blair

Dec 9, 2022

Louise Mounts Blair, age 91, of Lindstrom, Minnesota; formerly of Isanti, Minnesota died peacefully on Friday, December 9, 2022.  Louise is preceded in death by her parents, Oscar and Elsie (nee Layne) Mounts; husband, Alonzo; six siblings.  She is survived by her beloved sister, Glennetta Mounts Waddle; many devoted nieces and nephews. 

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 p.m.,...

Jeffrey R Ehnstrom

Jeffrey R Ehnstrom

Dec 7, 2022

 

Jeffrey R. Ehnstrom, age 65, of Chisago City, Minnesota, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Jennifer.  He is survived by his loving wife, Roxanne; son, Mark; four-legged daughter, Tila; special father and mother-in-law, Nick and Laura Mendez; other family and friends.  Per his wishes, no services will be held. 

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Alvin E. Frederick

Alvin E. Frederick

Dec 7, 2022

Alvin A. Frederick, age 97, of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, died peacefully on Wednesday, December 7, 2022.

Alvin proudly served his country in the United States Navy during WWII.  His love for his country continued through his life with membership in the American Legion and the highlight of receiving an invitation to a Honor Flight in 2014 to Washington DC. ...

Lynell M. Gorka

Lynell M. Gorka

Dec 5, 2022

Lynell M. Gorka, age 86, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2022, while surrounded by her family. Lynell was preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Selma Remus; husband, Donald Gorka; grandson, Daniel Gibbons; brothers, Dale and Donald; brother-in-law, Eugene Warren. She is survived by children, Cathy (Rich) Osman, Diane (Mark) Prudhomme, Patricia (Raymond) Gibbons,...

Donald Francis Novotny

Donald Francis Novotny

Dec 4, 2022

Donald Novotny - dedicated husband, father of two, and friend of many - passed away on December 4, 2022 at the age of 87 in North Branch, MN.

Don was born to Frank and Bozenna Novotny in Montgomery, Minnesota. He was enlisted in the US Army in the 8th Field Artillery Batallion where he received numerous honors. After that he...

Joseph "Joe" Lee

Joseph "Joe" Lee

Dec 2, 2022

Joseph Alfred Lee was born to Lawrence and Nellie Lee on August 31st, 1938, in St Paul, MN. His sister Karen and adopted brother Johnny completed their family, and they grew up in St. Paul in a loving home. Joe graduated from Johnson High School in 1955 at 16 years old. He then studied at the U of M for...

Deanna L. Bulen

Deanna L. Bulen

Nov 27, 2022

Deanna Louise (Schutz) Bulen, of Lindstrom, Minnesota, formerly St. Paul, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2022 at age 85. 

Deanna was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who will be dearly missed by those she left behind. 

Preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Gladys (Helvig) Schutz; husband, Lane Bulen; brother-in-law, Dewey Agotness.  Survived...

Ella Lynn Schmidt

Ella Lynn Schmidt

Nov 27, 2022

PRECIOUS BABY ELLA LYNN SCHMIDT

October 11, 2022 – November 27, 2022

 

Our beloved Ella Lynn Schmidt, passed away suddenly in the early morning of November 27, 2022. In her six brief weeks of life, she brought so much joy to our family. We cherish the gift of these memories dearly.

Ella is survived by her loving parents, Alyssa...

Eleanore D. Jasmin

Eleanore D. Jasmin

Nov 23, 2022

Eleanore D. Jasmin, age 100, of Wyoming, Minnesota; formerly of South Saint Paul, Minnesota died peacefully on Wednesday, November 23, 2022.  Eleanore is preceded in death by her parents, Zigmund “Sam” and Katerina (nee Gnetz) Zeland; husband, Louis; children, John Jasmin, Jeanne Brune; son-in-law, George Costello; siblings, Ted, Ed, Louise.  She is survived by her children, Mary Louise Costello, James...

Cheryl Rae Granlund

Cheryl Rae Granlund

Nov 19, 2022

Cheryl Rae (Amren) Granlund, daughter of Margaret and Oscar Amren, was born August 27, 1944, in Thief River Falls, MN. She grew up on a farm east of St. Hilaire. She attended school in St. Hilaire through eighth grade and graduated from Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls in 1962. After graduation, she moved to St. Paul, MN and...

Peggy Jean Schmidt

Peggy Jean Schmidt

Nov 19, 2022

Peggy Jean (Hoekstra) Schmidt, age 94, of Forest Lake, MN, passed away peacefully at home in her log cabin while surrounded by family on November 19, 2022.

She is preceded in death by husband, Earl; parents, Clarence and Nellie (Russell) Hoekstra; and brother, Dick Hoekstra.

Survived by children, Becky (Dick) Johnson, Jackie (Paul) Shanda, Vicky Kuntz, Angie (Dan) Bialon, Joseph...

Rich J. Jungwirth

Rich J. Jungwirth

Nov 17, 2022

On Thursday, November 17, 2022, Richard Joseph Jungwirth lost his battle to brain cancer.  He was 72 years old.  Born to Richard and Anna Jungwirth in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Richard joined the United States Army after high school and served through the Vietnam War.  He was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart following an honorable discharge.  He came home...

Albert "Al" L. Peterson

Albert "Al" L. Peterson

Nov 17, 2022

 

Albert “Al” L. Peterson, age 85, of Wyoming, MN, passed away on November 17, 2022, with family by his side. Al was a talented woodworker, who also loved his herd of cows and driving big-rigs.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Rose.

Survived by sister, Viola (Bryan Severson) Ruehl; children, Craig (Joan) Peterson, Karla (Mike)...

Joan M Biggs

Joan M Biggs

Nov 16, 2022

Joan M. Biggs, age 86 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, went home to be with Jesus on November 16, 2022

Joan was the former co-owner of Gulden’s Roadhouse and 3 other local restaurants.  Joan was known for her laugh, smile, her zest for life, her ability to make everyone feel welcome and all the memories shared during Fourth of July, Christmas...

Ruth Mary Searby

Ruth Mary Searby

Nov 15, 2022

 

Ruth Mary Searby, age 91, of Columbus MN, passed away on November 15, 2022.  She is preceded in death by husband, Paul; daughter, Paula Kay; parents, Jules and Violet Arnould; sisters and brother.  Survived by daughter, Yvonne, Edith (Keith) Higgins; son, Ronald; granddaughter, Gina Higgins; other extended family and friends.  Ruth was a member and supporter of the Columbus...

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