Obituaries

Sep 10, 2021

Byron Anderson, age 81, of Hugo, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2021, while surrounded by family. He was a lifelong proponent of youth in agriculture, primarily 4H and FFA. Byron is preceded in death by wife, Helen; sister, Karen; and daughter-in-law, Carolyn.  He is survived by children, Steve (Jennifer), Lisa (Joe), Craig (Kris), Mark (Joni), Cindy (Duane); 13...

Sep 10, 2021

Age 71, of St. Paul Passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on September 10, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Philip P. Byrne and Bernice M. Byrne. Survived by his sister Phyllis Reed and husband Pat; stepson Mark Kujala and wife Stephanie and his devoted partner, Jamnong Chabphimai, residing in Thailand.  Tony grew up in the...

Sep 9, 2021

Ulric “Dude” W. Trombley, age 85, died on Sept. 9, 2021.  Survived by daughters, Kristine (Mike) and Janine (Matt); many nieces and nephews; as well as dear friend, who was also like a son, Raul Rivas and his family.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, on Thursday, September 16, 2021, at St....

Sep 6, 2021

Charlotte Mae Steindl, age 76, formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Monday, September 6, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Hazel (Sorenson) Ziemer; husband, Richard “Dick” Steindl.  She is survived by sons, Patrick “Pat” Steindl (Tessa), Richard “Rich” Steindl Jr. (Cheryl) and David Steindl; daughter, Dorothy Barber (Bill); grandchildren, Tucker Kmecik (Erin), Nikita Barber,...

Sep 6, 2021

Ronald P. Ridge, age 71, of Linwood Township, Minnesota, died Monday, September 6, 2021.  Ron was a heavy equipment operator for 25 years with Bell Pole Company.  When he was not at work, he enjoyed every moment helping on the family farm.  Just weeks before his death he was out on his four-wheeler checking on the crops.  In his...

Sep 6, 2021

Paul W. Stanford, age 57, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Monday, September 6, 2021.  Paul was an awesome husband, very loving, kind and extremely smart.  He was really good at everything he did; many people looked up to Paul and took in all the things he was able to teach them.  He was always willing to offer what he called...

Sep 5, 2021

Windfield “Whitey” Robert Olson, 86, died peacefully Sept. 6, 2021, surrounded by his family.

Whitey loved his family, was a proud Swede and a true Minnesota sports fan.

He was born to Anna and Iver Olson, of Forest Lake, the youngest of 11 brothers and sisters. He graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1953,...

Sep 3, 2021

Donald “Don” Evenson, age 74, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2021.  Don was a proud father of 10 and family meant everything to him.  He enjoyed tinkering in his garage, fixing everything with his many skills, and spending time on the lake fishing. He also loved to share his Faith in God,and the way to salvation through God's son Jesus...

Sep 3, 2021

Sylvia Jean Elmquist, age 78, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 3, 2021.  Sylvia worked for 3M until she became a stay-at-home Mom to support her children in all their activities and pursuits.  She had a passion for reading, ceramics, bible study and talking about her family to anyone who would listen.  She was gentle,...

Sep 2, 2021

Wayne Larson, husband, father, grandfather, friend, cardplayer, traveler, builder, and faith-filled community member, died Thursday, September 2, 2021, at his home in Leesburg, Florida, from complications of ALS. He was 84.

Faith and family were the cornerstones of Wayne’s life. The youngest of three children born to Carl and Mildred Larson, Wayne grew up with his sisters,...

Sep 1, 2021

Cory W. Ahola, age 52, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Wednesday, September 1, 2021.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Jeffrey and Mary (Storm) Ahola.  He is survived by his children, Lee Vogel, Shelby Ahola; grandchildren, Shyann Kowalski, Paris Ahola-Skjegstad; brother, John Vogel; other family and friends.

No services will be held.

Sep 1, 2021

James “Diz” Bracht, age 60, a lifelong resident of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.  He was an owner of Bracht Bros., Inc. where he worked along with his family for 46 years, spending many days “digging in the dirt”.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Mary (McHugh) Bracht; sister, Julie...

Aug 31, 2021

Gary Harold Moen, age 81, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully at home on August 31, 2021, while surrounded by his loving family.

Gary was a loving husband, father, & papa. His family was always #1. Gary was proud to be born and raised in Forest Lake. He loved tending to his yard and gardens, enjoyed spending...

Aug 31, 2021

Earl E. Olmstead Jr., age 82, of North Branch, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.  He is preceded in death by his siblings, Alan, Bob, Richard, Joan.  He is survived by his wife, Sue; children, Mike (Shari) Olmstead, Jill (Rob) Olson, Shelly (Jen Rood) Olmstead, Steve (Lisa) Olmstead; grandchildren, Tim, Randy, Alec,...

Aug 30, 2021

Geraldine “Gerrie” Drewlo Sparrow, age 93, formerly of White Bear Lake, Marine on the St Croix and Scandia, passed away on August 30, 2021.

Loving Mother, Wife and Grandmother

Gerrie was born on October 23, 1927, to Morris and Ruth Gifford, in White Bear Lake, Minnesota.  Gerrie married Roger L. Sparrow on September 16, 1960...

Aug 30, 2021

Wesley T. Ford, age 42, of Wyoming, formerly of Forest Lake, passed away unexpectedly on August 30, 2021.

He is preceded in death by grandpa, George; grandma and grandpa Ford; aunt, Jan; papa, Ted; cousin Baby Jori Ann.

He is survived by wife, Crystal; children, Amelia, Hendrik; mother, Merrie (Tom) Thorsen; father, John (Sandy) Ford;...

Aug 29, 2021

Richard A. Smith, age 76, of Cambridge, Minnesota.

With heavy hearts we announce that on Sunday August 30th, 2021 that Richard (Dick) Arnold Smith, son to Ida and Hillard Smith, was called upon by God to join him in the afterlife along with his best friend Lowell Brehm who has sadly also left us the previous Thursday....

Aug 21, 2021

Kurt Clarence Kowarsch, age 42, of Linwood, MN died unexpectedly on August 21, 2021. Kurt was born on December 24, 1978 in Forest Lake, MN to Steven and Mary Kowarsch. He grew up in rural Franconia Township and was a 1997 graduate from Chisago Lakes High School.

Kurt was a 14-year veteran of the Forest Lake Police...

Aug 17, 2021

Richard J. Hagert, age 64, of Scandia, Minnesota.

Richard went to be with our Lord and his parents on Tuesday, August 17, 2021.  He often entertained those around him while teaching everyone about unconditional love and trust.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Lorrine Hagert.  He will be forever missed by his siblings,...

Aug 15, 2021

Nancy Jo Chase, passed away peacefully on August 15th, 2021 surrounded by family.

She is survived by her two children; Evan (Breanne) Tepler and Emily (Jon) Tepler, grandchildren Brianna and Anya,  her fur child, Olivia and her brothers; Richard, Michael and David.

Join us in a celebration of life on Saturday August 21st, 2021 at...