Obituaries

Oct 5, 2021

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John Theodore Blake, of Forest Lake, MN; originally of...

Oct 5, 2021

Deborah “Debbie” Ann Krinke was a loving and generous mother, wife, daughter, sister, and friend.  She passed away at home on September 12th, 2021 at the age of 49.

Debbie was born Deborah Ann Harbour to Ann and Dale Harbor July 30th, 1972.  She met her husband, Tom Krinke II in high school English class where they...

Oct 5, 2021

William “Bill” L. Watkins, age 76, of East Bethel, Minnesota, died at home Sunday, December 19, 2021 following a lengthy battle with cancer.  Bill proudly served his country in the United States Army.  Following his honorable discharge, he began his career at Unisys as a computer programmer.  That career spanned over 39 years.  In his free time Bill loved...

Oct 5, 2021

Phil Chwialkowski, age 67 of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 19, 2021.  Phil is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Wanda.  He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him including his parents, Ted and Rita; siblings: Becky, Gary, Bruce (Jackie), Keith (Theresa); nieces and nephews: Grace, Adam (Shonda), Emily (Scott) Johnson, Peter...

Oct 5, 2021

As a result of current restrictions on gatherings, we are providing HeartStrings, our online sympathy message where you can upload a photo and write a note or share a memory that will be printed and given to the family. Please click here to send your support.

Judith K. Rue, age 85, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died...

Oct 2, 2021

Joyce Engstrom, age 83, of Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota, died peacefully on Saturday, October 2, 2021 after a long journey.  She enjoyed bowling, snowmobiling, crocheting, camping on the North Shore with family and friends.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Watson and Virginia Hughes.  She will be deeply missed by her beloved husband of 62 years,...

Oct 1, 2021

Mathew Ray Lindeberg passed away at the age of 29 on October 1, 2021 in a single vehicle crash just north of Lindstrom, Minnesota. Matthew was born on October 3, 1991 to Ronald Lindeberg and Angela Butschun. A natural athlete from birth, Matt learned to swim and water ski before the age of 2. He was a very gifted...

Sep 29, 2021

Janet T. Schmuck, age 80, formerly of North Branch and Lino Lakes, Minnesota, died peacefully Wednesday, September 29, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her father, Anton Gustav “Gus” Johnson; mother, Otelia Anne “Ethel” Waldoch Johnson; brother, Richard Johnson; sister-in-law, Elenor Johnson; many uncles, aunts, brothers- and sisters-in-law, cousins, friends and beloved pets.  She will be deeply missed...

Sep 28, 2021

John Hardin Lund, 74, passed away on September 28, 2021 after a hard-fought battle with Parkinson's Disease.

John married the love of his life, Debbie Klenzendorf, on October 14th, 1966 at Faith Lutheran Church. They had two sons, Wally and Wyatt. John and Debbie loved to travel the Southwest. They wintered in Mesa, AZ for many years...

Sep 25, 2021

Paul D. Chouinard, age 75, of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on September 25, 2021.  Paul proudly served his country during his time in the Marine Corp.  He was an avid sportsman and especially enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He loved to joke around and was oftentimes caught telling the same story repeatedly.  Paul was a big charmer and loved to...

Sep 25, 2021

David Lyle Martin III, age 45, of Forest Lake, formerly of Stacy passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2021.  David lived life to the fullest.  When faced with the challenges of being a quadriplegic he overcame them while sustaining a positive attitude.  He had a strong faith in God and was a regular attendee at Eagle Brook...

Sep 24, 2021

Kaelee Schewe, age 24, of Garrison, MN passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 24, 2021.  Kaelee was born June 8, 1997, in Fridley, Minnesota the daughter of Adam and Pamela (Miller) Schewe.  She was a graduate of Forest Lake High School, Class of 2015.  During high school she also attended the Premier School of Professional Modeling and later attended college at...

Sep 23, 2021

Louis Dent born September 25, 1932 in Clarissa, MN, went to be with the Lord on September 23, 2021. Preceded in death by parents, Louis S. Dent Sr., and Lillie M (Larson) Dent; siblings, Glenn Dent, and Laura (Dent) Riedel. Survived by wife of 68 years, Darlene; children, Teresa (Mike), Julie, Ingrid (Mark), Marie, Jeffrey (Beverly); siblings, Lloyd Dent,...

Sep 19, 2021

Carl W. Mackey, age 66, of Wyoming, Minnesota died peacefully Sunday, September 19, 2021.  He will be forever remembered as an amazing husband, father, and grandpa.  Carl was a selfless man, who would drop anything to help a friend in need.  It could be argued he was one of the hardest working men known to many.

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Sep 17, 2021

Mark American Horse, age 62, of Tulsa, OK, passed Friday, September 17, 2021, in VCU/Community Memorial Hospital. He served as a United States Marine and member of the Force Recon Brothers. Mark is survived by his wife, Sara J. American Horse (nee Milligan) and five children: a daughter, Jenny Myrick and husband, Kirk, of Baxter Springs, Kansas and four...

Sep 15, 2021

It is with heavy hearts that we honor and say goodbye to our beautiful baby girl.  Some people only dream of angels, but we held one in our arms.  Ellie Madeline Bachman was born Tuesday, September 14, 2021. She was surrounded by her family who had anxiously awaited her arrival as she spent her final moments on Wednesday, September...

Sep 13, 2021

Thomas “Tom” G. Lambert, age 74, of North Branch, Minnesota, passed away, September 13, 2021.  Tom began his career as a quality engineer with Medtronic and was able to retire and enjoy life at the age of 54.  In his free time, he loved to play cribbage, work on amateur radios, tinker on cars with his son-in-law, Darryl, and...

Sep 11, 2021

Stasia A.Wienke, age 88, of Forest Lake and Lino Lakes, Minnesota, died peacefully on Saturday, September 11, 2021.  Stasia was a compassionate, lifelong nurse who enjoyed caring for others.  She passionately enjoyed collecting antiques and other memorabilia.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Cletus and Elsie (Abbe) Steinbach; husbands, Delano Schmidt and Charles Wienke; infant daughters, Mary...

Sep 11, 2021

Richard D. McCargar, age 81, of North Branch, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2021 after a brave battle with cancer.   He was born March 8, 1940 in Staples, MN.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Theresa McCargar and his wife, Alice McCargar.  He is survived by wife, Donna; brother, Robert (Sue); children, Diana (Michael) Ash, Brian McCargar and Brenda (Gary) Liker; stepdaughters, Julie (Daryl) Abrahamson,...

Sep 10, 2021

Douglas "Doug" Jay West, age 60, of Wyoming, passed away unexpectedly on September 10, 2021. Doug loved spending time with his five daughters and all of his grandchildren. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, and grill master. He enjoyed feeding the bird by his home and gaming online with friends. He was a Jack of all trades and helped so...