Obituaries

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...

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...