Obituaries

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

Feb 12, 2022

Rolland Rocky Lee Lindberg, age 72, of Linwood, MN passed away Saturday, Feb 12th at Fairview Lakes Hospital, Wyoming, MN. Rocky was born July 30th, 1949 in St Croix Falls, WI to Lester and Vernette (Strand) Lindberg. He grew up in Shafer, MN.  After graduating high school, he entered the US Marine Corp, serving 2 tours in Vietnam and...

Feb 12, 2022

David Harold Stavrum, age 74, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully while at home on February 12, 2022.

Grandpa Pontoon loved to fish, hunt and camp with his family and friends.  Dave loved to plan his next excursion for his family and friends as much as he loved to be doing them. He always had what...

Feb 11, 2022

Ronald Clark Melcher

Our beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, passed away on February 11, 2022, at the age of 77.

Ron is survived by his wife, Nan; daughter, Lisa (Brandyn) Stern; stepson, Dan (Amy) Brings; stepdaughter, Bonnie (Tony) Gagliardo; grandchildren, Jordan, Claire, Sarah, Rachel, Mason, Marlie, Logan, Raleigh, and Piper; sister, Karon (Ted) Paulat;...

Feb 10, 2022

Hazel Marie Forsblade, age 86, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on February 10, 2022. She is preceded in death by husband, Roy Sr.; son, John; and parents. She is survived by children, Marjorie (Tom) Hohenstein, Roy Jr. (Genny), Diane (John) Ratzlaff, Roseanne; grandchildren, Michelle, Jason, Aaron, Jamey, Jeremy, Brittany, Jesse, Ashley, Elijah, Joshua; great...

Feb 5, 2022

Eric Chambers, age 24, passed away in a tragic auto accident, Thursday, February 5, 2022, while working in California.

Eric grew up Chisago City, Minnesota and graduated from Chisago Lakes High School in 2015.  While golf was his passion, he pursued his education and career in Wind Energy.  Employed by Vestas as a Wind Turbine Technician, Eric...

Feb 5, 2022

Mary Virginia (Egelkraut) Olson, age 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 5, 2022.  Virginia is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Marian (Olson) Egelkraut; brother, Don Egelkraut; sister, Marcy Keiser; husband, Howard Olson; son, Bradon Olson; granddaughter, Amber Olson; grandson, Eric Frederick.  Virginia is survived by many family and friends.  All services are private.  A heartfelt...

Feb 4, 2022

Emersyn Barbara Plouff was born silently on Friday, February 4, 2022.  The much-anticipated daughter of Chuck and Taylor Plouff entered the world bearing the striking resemblance of her big sister, Charlee.  Emersyn’s mommy and daddy smiled when they saw the Plouff feet and nose on their precious daughter.  The hopes and dreams for Emersyn will forever live on in...

Jan 31, 2022

Janet Avis (Johnson) 0lson

January 16, 1934 – January 31, 2022

Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Anna Johnson; infant brother, Edward Lloyd; sister, Lois Erickson; brother, Neil Johnson; and several aunts and uncles.  She is survived by her husband of 62+ years, Duane; daughters, JoDee, MarCee, BecKee; grandson Korey; aunts,...

Jan 30, 2022

Our father, Hughie Simmons, Jr. was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on January 30th, 2022, at the age of 91.

Born on October 1, 1930, Dad was the first-born and only boy of seven children to Hughie and Ruby Simmons in Louisville, Kentucky. He was a smart, inquisitive child with an early love of his country....

Jan 28, 2022

Scott John Sobiech, age 47, of Scandia, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 28, 2022.  Born to Ron and Barb Sobiech, Scott was a generous and loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend.  Scott had a playful nature, a love of animals and a big contagious smile.  Scott was loved by everyone who knew him.  He enjoyed...

Jan 26, 2022

Gloria June Lawrence, age 81, of East Bethel, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2022.

Gloria was a kind, loving and generous person who loved family, music and travel.  Everyone who knew her said that she was so sweet and gentle. She is someone that would stand in the shadows, so others could shine.  She will...

Jan 23, 2022

Dolores Nelson, age 92 of Anoka, went home to her Lord on January 23, 2022. Preceded in death by loving husband of 65 years, Jack; siblings, Evald, Lawrence, Wes, Irene, Pearl, Wally, Gen, and Lovey. Survived by children, Jeanne, Cyndy (Scott), Greg; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Matt) Krinke, Brian; great-granddaughter, Charlotte; brother, Luther (Mavis) Carlson, and sister-in-law, Carol Nelson.  Thanks to...