Obituaries

Dec 20, 2019

Frances C. Kroska, age 81, of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, loving wife, mother, grandma, great-grandma, died peacefully on Friday, December 20, 2019 while surrounded by her family.  She is preceded is death by her parents, Michael and Carmen (Madia) Cocchiarella.  She will be deeply missed by her devoted husband of 62 years, Dames; children, Linda (Tom) Holeman, Richard (Sherry)...

Dec 19, 2019

Clinton Hakamaki, age 85, of Stacy, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on Thursday, December 19, 2019.  Clinton proudly served in the United States Air Force.  He was a longtime truck driver and would travel all around to get to a good tractor show.  He is preceded in death by his parents and wife, Jane “Judy”.  He...

Dec 17, 2019

Clarence Hanson, age 82, of Columbus, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Sophie and Margaret.  He is survived by wife of 60 years, Mary; children, Barbara (Rick), Michael, John (Jean), Nancy (Todd); grandchildren, Jacob (Katie), Anna, Mark, Tanner, Blake; great-grandchildren, Niklas, William,...

Dec 16, 2019

Helen M. Lamb age 71 of Wyoming, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on Monday, December 16, 2019.  Helen is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Marcella (Kubesh) Havel; daughter-in-law, Joni Lamb; K9 pal, Teddy the Bear.  She will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her including her husband of 53...

Dec 15, 2019

Sandra C. Smith, age 78 of   Marine on St.  Croix, Minnesota, died peacefully, surrounded by    family on December 15, 2019 after complications from open heart surgery. Sandy is preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Mildred Hawthorne; brothers Donald and Charles; sister, Diane. She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Charlie; their children, Rick (Kim),...

Dec 15, 2019

Celeste J. Jensen, age 92, of Chisago City, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by family on Sunday, December 15, 2019 following a short battle with cancer.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Russell; daughter, Ann “Cookie” Morse; nine siblings.  She will be deeply missed by her children, Ray Jensen, Marty (Mary) Jensen, Ruthanne Schulz-Jensen, Kathy (Larry) Cornell,...

Dec 13, 2019

Donald J. Parsons, age 77, of Hugo, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Friday, December 13, 2019 following a short battle with brain cancer.  Don generously gave of his time and talents in the Hugo community; serving on the Hugo Fire Department for 20 years and as a 50+ year member of American Legion Post 620. ...

Dec 9, 2019

Thomas Lloyd Docken was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 26, 1946; he graduated from Roosevelt High School and Augsburg College before joining the United States Air Force.  He passed away at his longtime home in Linwood Township on Monday, December 9, 2019.  He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 39 years, Nancy Jane Docken (Alstrup)...

Dec 5, 2019

Fr. Paul Casper, SCJ, died, December 9, 2019. He was 89.  Originally from St. Paul, MN, Fr. Paul, did his seminary studies at Sacred Heart Monastery and was ordained in 1957. As did many of the newly ordained, he spent his first years teaching in the minor seminary. He focused on Latin and religion, and also served as dean...

Dec 5, 2019

Vernon Glen Montzka, age 64, long time resident of Wyoming, left his earthly home for his heavenly home December 5th, 2019.  His heart gave out, and he passed peacefully and without struggle.  No more pain and suffering. Vernon is preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Mary Jean.  Survived by wife of 43 years, Julie; son, Jethro (Joy),...

Dec 5, 2019

Bryan J. Lee, age 57, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died on Thursday, December 5, 2019.  Bryan was born November 26, 1962 in Amery, Wisconsin, the son of Arlyn and Loretta (Bibeau) Lee.  He graduated from White Bear Lake Mariner High School, Class of 1981.  Following high school, Bryan enlisted in the Air National Guard, where he made his career...

Nov 29, 2019

Kathryn A. Dahl, age 87, of Andover, went to be home with her Lord.  Kathryn joins her husband, Darwin, and her daughter-in-law, Toni, in heaven.  Kathryn is survived by her brother, Kenneth; sons, Brian and Darwin II (Margie); three grandchildren; and one great grandchild.  Kathryn was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother and will be greatly missed.

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Nov 26, 2019

Donald Robert Erickson, age 83, of Dayton, Minnesota passed away while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 26, 2019. Don was born on October 29, 1936 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Vernon and Judith (Anderson) Erickson. He graduated from Anoka High School, Class of 1954. He went on to further his education at Dunwoody College of Technology....

Nov 26, 2019

Louis S. Winnick, age 83 of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away November 26, 2019.  He is preceded in death by parents, Harry and Bessie (Gordon) Winnick; sister, Sara Chico and brother, David.  Survived by sister, Marie Kozlowski and brothers Mel and Jerry; and other extended family.  Graveside service 11 AM on Friday, November 29, 2019 at SONS OF JACOB...

Nov 25, 2019

Dorothy Eckstrom, age 89 of Twin Cities, MN, formerly of Milaca passed away peacefully on November 25, 2019.

Dorothy was born on the 16th of April in 1930. There were 7 children born into the Van Dalen family, and Dorothy was number 5. Her Dad was hoping for a little boy. He though so much of Theodore...

Nov 19, 2019

Bob Emery, age 79 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 19, 2019.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 5, 2019 at the Church of Saint Peter, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake.

Nov 18, 2019

Richard Hanson, age 72, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, formerly of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, went to be in the arms of his Heavenly Father on Monday, November 18, 2019.

Rich had a laugh that could instantly fill a room with joy, especially after the punchline of a good Ole and Lena joke!

His work ethic was...

Nov 18, 2019

Rudolph "Rudy" S. Gajeski, age 81, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, IUPAT Local 386, died Monday, November 18, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Marie (Kuznia); son, James; brothers, Frank, Ray, Leonard.  He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife of 57 years, Barb; children, Jess (Tana), Kimberly (Shawn) Gillette, Thomas (Jennifer), Renee (Kris)...

Nov 18, 2019

Jean B. Torgerson, age 86, formerly of Stacy, Minnesota, died peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2019.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Jerris.  She will be deeply missed by her beloved children, Scott, Cara (John) Grant, Jerry (Lisa), John (Lori), Paul; grandchildren, Marlene Grant, Lauren (Mitch) Nelson, Mariah Grant, Noah Grant, Sydney Torgerson, Dana Torgerson, Devin Torgerson,...

Nov 18, 2019

Steve Anthony Kantorowicz Jr., age 85, if Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2019.  He is survived by his sons, grandchildren, other family members and friends.  Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in the spring.