Obituaries

Aug 15, 2021

Bentley Bo “Gator” Windish

August 10, 2021 - August 15, 2021

Just 5 days after coming into the world, Bentley Bo passed away peacefully in his parents' arms at University of Minnesota Masonic Children’s Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. During that fleeting time, he touched many lives and was loved by all who met and/or had some form...

Aug 13, 2021

Donald “Don” C. Hult, age 94, formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died of heart failure on August 13, 2021 at Shirley Chapman Sholom East.  Don was born April 6, 1927 to Stanley J. Hult and Myrtle (Wilcox) in St. Paul.  He grew up on the East Side of St. Paul, attending school and graduating from Johnson High School.  He...

Aug 10, 2021

Joseph A. Soukup, age 65, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully on Tuesday, August 10, 2021.  He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Lorraine (Meyer) Soukup.  He is survived by his cousins, Donna (Mike) McDonald, Dorothy Soukup, Girard Soukup and Philip (GrayceAnn) Soukup, as well as long-time friend, Clifford Christian, and numerous other friends. Joe's many...

Aug 10, 2021

Brent Wadsworth, age 82, of Linwood Township, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2021. He is preceded in death by parents, Roy and Francis. He is survived by children, Bill, Kari (Charles) Pederson, Tim; grandchildren; great grandchildren; siblings; many nieces nephews, friends and family.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 15, 2021 at...

Aug 8, 2021

James "Jim" F. Loughney, age 57, of Wyoming, Minnesota.  We gained a new guardian angel on Sunday, August 8, 2021 when Jim died unexpectedly.  Jim was a tinker, loved by everyone, and above all a devoted family man who will be deeply missed.  He was a talented cabinet maker at Jerry’s Kitchen, Forest Lake, Minnesota.  He is preceded in...

Aug 8, 2021

Myrtle Anderson was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who freely gave love and generosity to all those around her.  She left this world after a long and independent life on August 8, 2021 at age 98.

She was born to William and Annie Grice on March 2, 1923.  She grew up on a small farm...

Aug 7, 2021

Joanne V. Tellin, age 70, of Forest Lake; formerly of North Saint Paul, passed away Saturday, August 7, 2021 while surrounded by her loved ones.  She will be remembered by her devoted husband, Bill Tellin; daughters, Sherry (Todd) Meier, Holly (Brian) Norton; sons, Jeff (Megan) Tellin, Luke (Jessica Kelash) Tellin; grandchildren, McKenzie, Colten, Kailey, Amber, Mitchell, Jadlynn; great grandchildren,...

Aug 7, 2021

Ramona I. Nowling, age 92, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Saturday, August 7, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Dora Bulter; husband, Leslie; daughter, Nancy Bynell.  She will be deeply missed by her son, Jody (Jada) Nowling of Alaska; four grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; other family and friends.  Interment at Scandinavian Cemetery, Forest Lake....

Aug 6, 2021

Deborah Gail Annunziata (nee Leonard), age 69, formerly of White Bear Lake, Minnesota.

We lost our precious Debbie on August 6, 2021 after a long battle with breast cancer.  She is survived by her daughters, Jolie (Scott Krinke) Klarich, Lisa Kay (John Gomez) Smith;  granddaughter, Scotti Jo (Adam Kieger) Krinke; grandsons, Nicholas, Tyler, Cory; her beloved great...

Aug 5, 2021

Ruby Danielson, age 85 of Centerville, Minnesota, died Thursday, August 5, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Vaughn and Ruby (Zimmer) Domino; husband, Elwood; siblings, Geraldine, Dean, Neil, Shirley.  She will be deeply missed by her children, Cindy (Herb) Blommel, Terry (Pam) Danielson, Patty (Joe) Wellcome, Lisa (Mark) Wilkus; nine grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; siblings, Darlene...

Aug 2, 2021

Roger James Olson was born November 2, 1935 in Hibbing MN.  His family moved to St Louis Park where he graduated from High School.  He attended the University of Minnesota receiving an associate’s degree in Forestry.  He served in the Air Force during the cold war and was honorably discharged.  Roger worked at Pako Corporation in the Prototype Development...

Jul 27, 2021

Dale E. Kulzer, age 80, of Forest Lake, MN, passed peacefully on July 27, 2021. Dale was born January 24, 1941, in Osceola, WI. He graduated from Osceola High School in 1959 and enlisted in the Navy. He served in the Pacific aboard the USS Gregory until discharged from active duty in 1963, then served in the Naval Reserve...

Jul 24, 2021

Dar Fraley, age 75, of Forest Lake, Minnesota died peacefully on Saturday, July 24, 2021.  A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Sunday, August 1, 2021 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake.  The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  Friends are invited to join the...

Jul 17, 2021

Russell Logan Eastburn, age 64, died peacefully on July 17, 2021 at home.

Russ touched many lives through his sports photography, music, interaction with AA and his love for being with people. Russ was a proud member of the US Navy.

He is preceded in death by his father, Russell; mother, Vickie; sister, Lynette; and...

Jul 11, 2021

Geneva Morstad, 98, passed away on July 11, 2021 from a short battle with cancer. Up until a few days before she passed she still got on her knees to pray reflecting her passion and energy for Christ which were infectious to everyone she knew. She used her talents as an artist and author to evangelize the Good News...

Jul 11, 2021

Agnes (Holstad) Swanberg, age 95 of Stacy, Minnesota, died peacefully on Sunday, July 11, 2021.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Gordon; parents, Olaf and Alma (Rotberg) Holstad.  She is survived by her son, Gordon "Doni" Donald Swanberg; many family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 17, 2021...

Jul 10, 2021

It would be wrong to say that Kelly lost her battle because she never stopped fighting. She always gave it one more day. Kelly had a laugh that was contagious, a personality that was outrageous. If she wasn’t watching your kids, she was doing your hair. She cared and loved everyone more than they ever knew. She loved her...

Jul 8, 2021

Betty Jane Selz died on Thursday, July 8, 2021 at the age of 96 with her daughter at her side.

Betty was born in Rhinelander, Wisconsin on March 27, 1925 to Henry and Bertha (Blossy) Gay.  She was a life-long resident of Rhinelander until recent years.  She graduated from Rhinelander High School in 1943.  She worked at...

Jul 5, 2021

Wallace “Wally” Anderson, age 86, of Forest Lake, passed away at home in his sleep on July 5th, 2021.  Wally was born to Spencer and Mary on February 1, 1935.  He was a lifelong resident of Forest Lake and a longtime semi driver.  Wally loved spending time with his family and friends.  He liked fishing, hunting, four wheeling, camping and...

Jul 5, 2021

Jennifer Marie Andersen (Rodriguez) and infant daughter, Jasmine Jean McNair

Jennifer Marie Andersen, age 39 of Hugo, Minnesota, passed away on July 5, 2021 at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis from COVID-19 complications.  While hospitalized, Jennifer’s daughter, Jasmine Jean McNair, came into the world the evening of July 4, 2021 stillborn due to COVID-19 complications.  Jennifer was...