Obituaries

Mar 30, 2022

Thea M. Carpenter, long-time resident of Forest Lake, beloved mother, aunt, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 to the arms of Jesus, at the age of 107 years old at home with her daughter and her beloved cats at her side.  Blessed with a long life, she will be forever loved and missed by many.

Mar 28, 2022

LOVING WIFE, MOM, and GRANDMA

Adele F. Clemens, age 87 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully with family at her side, on Monday, March 28, 2022, after a short battle with brain cancer. She is preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Freda Rodke; sister-in-law, Ardell Rodke; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and Kathie Clemens. She is...

Mar 28, 2022

Richard Muller, age 80, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully on Monday, March 28, 2022.  He could be found in his garage whenever the opportunity allowed, working and tinkering on his hot rods.  He was an avid member of MSRA, Northern Lights and Spinners car clubs.  Richard could fix just about anything!  He is preceded in death by his...

Mar 26, 2022

Derec Joshua McKinney, age 32, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away on March 26, 2022.

Derec was a very caring person who had a big heart.  He was very artistic and loved to draw.

He is preceded in death by grandparents, Ruth Ellen McKinney, Fenton and Pauline VanWert.  Survived by mother, Shannon Mielke (John); father,...

Mar 25, 2022

Margery "Margie" M. Haidle, age 69, of East Bethel, formerly of Staples, Minnesota, transitioned into Heaven on March 25, 2022.

Margie loved nature. She could be found in her flower gardens or simply watching the birds.  Margie worked at Benson Optical for 10 years, then Riverway Records for 15 years in medical records, reception and central registration. ...

Mar 25, 2022

Douglas "Doug" Schliesing, age 86, of Forest Lake, MN, passed onto Jesus on March 25, 2022. Doug’s career was spent working in Store Management, planning new Crown Auto stores, and Griggs Contracting. He loved nature and the outdoors. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, bird watching, and spending time at the cabin. He enjoyed cars, and was a member of the Torquers Car...

Mar 23, 2022

Cleitus Charles Bracht, age 88, of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on March 23, 2022, while surrounded by family.

Cleitus proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.  He was a hard-working mason for many years and was proud of his work while running his own business and being a union...

Mar 20, 2022

Helen Ann Domanico Companion, age 99, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away March 20, 2022 in Shoreview, Minnesota.  Helen was born February 15, 1923, in Osceola, Iowa the daughter of Herman and Nora Robins.  She is survived by her sons, Frank, Joe, Jon Domanico; daughters, Melody (Peter Steineck) Domanico, Joy Funaro; sister, Jeannie McNabb; grandchildren, Melissa Hauser, Paul Funaro;...

Mar 17, 2022

Roger N. Johnson, age 80, of Scandia, Minnesota, died peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022.  Roger was born, February 12, 1942, in Minneapolis, Minnesota the son of Norman and Margaret (nee Swanson) Johnson.  He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management, which enabled him to achieve his dream career with the Minnesota DNR. ...

Mar 16, 2022

Roger Morris, age 82, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Wednesday, March 16, 2022.  Roger was born August 25, 1939, in Saint Paul, Minnesota the son of Harold and Betty (nee Asunto) Morris.  He graduated from White Bear Lake High School.  Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served his country for four years.  Following his...

Mar 13, 2022

Raymond Arthur Anderson, age 75, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on MARCH 13, 2022.  He is preceded in death by parents; brother, Wallace; son, Timothy.  Survived by wife, Connie; children, Penny (Tom), Nancy (Dennis), Phil (Karina); 7 grandkids; siblings, Grace, Roger, Donald.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 AM on Monday, March...

Mar 10, 2022

James E. Dunn Jr., age 73, of Forest Lake, passed away on March 10, 2022.

He is preceded in death by parents, James Dunn and Bertha Wegscheider, sister Lauri.  Survived by loving wife of 51 years, Ruth; children, Kimberly, Michael (Nicole); grandchildren, Dakota Kindle, Montana (Jesse) Goodroad, Dalton Kindle, Morgan Dunn, Colten Dunn; great grandchildren, Kendallynn, Kourtlynn...

Mar 9, 2022

Gary D. Lance, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, age 80 of Blaine, MN passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on March 9, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Velma.  He is survived by wife, LaVesta; children, Dawn (Michael) Bromander, Gary “Skip”, David (Kari); grandchildren, Ryan Bromander, Scott (Rachael) Bromander,...

Mar 8, 2022

Robert William Lang “Bob” “Joe Buck” , age 72, of Forest Lake, MN, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on March 8, 2022.

Bob proudly served his country while in the United States Air Force.  He was a long time Deputy Sheriff in Duluth and in Hennepin County. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family whether...

Feb 28, 2022

James R. Odermatt, age 86, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Monday, February 28, 2022.  Jim retired after 27 years of service as a mail handler with the United States Post Office.  He was an avid bowler, he loved playing cribbage and Scrabble, and watching old movies.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Leona (nee Manaige) Odermatt;...

Feb 28, 2022

Audrey "Jean" Crawford, age 81, formerly of Minnesota and Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2022.

Jean loved to go shopping, going out to eat and playing Bunko.  She often enjoyed taking in the sunshine at the beach. Every Sunday she could be found volunteering at church.

Jean was preceded in death by...

Feb 24, 2022

James Leonard Glyer, age 80, of Hugo, Minnesota died February 24, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard and Eleanor Glyer; second wife, Diane Schipper.  Survived by his first wife, Jean Glyer; sister, Maryanne (Robert) Eliason; children, Isidore, Cindy, Dave (Kay), Greg Glyer; step-children, Matt Shipquist, Paul Schipper; grandchildren, Holly, Elizabeth, Emma Glyer, Aiyana, Bryndyn, Zea,...

Feb 23, 2022

Charles “Charlie” John Neslund, age 85, of Wyoming, MN, passed away from interstitial lung disease on February 23, 2022, with his wife, Rita, and daughter, Monica, by his side.

Charlie had an ingenious mind and helped many people.  He was a very giving person who was loved by all who knew him.

He is preceded in...

Feb 16, 2022

Mark Waldera, 72, of North Branch Minnesota, passed away on his birthday, February 16, 2022, after living with Parkinson’s Disease for 18 years.

Mark was born to Clemence and Arleen (Traybiatofska) Waldera, in St. Paul, Minnesota. After graduating from Sibley High School Mark went on to study and pursue his many interests at several institutes of higher...

Feb 15, 2022