Obituaries
Thomas Reed
Feb 7, 2017
Thomas P. Reed Age 62, of Linwood Lake, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ken and Iva; son, Matthew; and nephew, Timmy. He is survived by wife, Sharen; son, Jason; daughter, Sarah; grandchildren, Jordan, Meghan, Emma, Branden; stepfather, Dick; sister, Roxy; twin sister, Patty; brothers, John, and Dickie; and the garage...
Michael Monte
Feb 5, 2017
Michael F. Monte, age 49 of Braham, Minnesota, found peace and redemption in the loving arms of Jesus on February 5, 2017. He was the former pastor of Radisson Road Baptist Church in Ham Lake, formerly known as Calvary Baptist Church in Robbinsdale. He is survived by his loving wife, Susan of 24 years and their daughter, GraceAnne; foster son,...
Roger Bergman
Feb 3, 2017
Roger H. Bergman Age 85, of Scandia, passed away on February 3, 2017, while surrounded by family. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister; and son, Karl. He is survived by wife, Jane; sons, Paul, Joel; daughters, Christine, Heidi; granddaughters, Erica (John) Martin, Megan Carney; and great grandson, Xavier King. Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343 North Shore...
Sandra Graber
Feb 1, 2017
Sandra Jean Graber, age 70, of Forest Lake, passed away suddenly on Feb. 1, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, Dave; parents, Merrill & Olive Woods. Survived by children, Troy, April (David), Tina (Sean), Adam (Susan), John (Sonya), Lance (Corrie), Dixie, Mark (Nadya), Garner (Jennifer); 21 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brothers, Ronald (Joan), Henry (Marie); and several nieces and nephews....
Kathryn Erickson
Jan 30, 2017
Kathryn Erickson, age 82, of Alexandria, passed away January 30, 2017. Prior to retiring, Kathryn had been an LPN at Douglas County Hospital. She was a gifted flower gardener with beautiful gardens. Kathryn had a heart for missions. She, along with friends at the Senior Center, made many Dresses for Africa and quilts for local ministry. She also made hats...
Elizabeth Pastohr
Jan 21, 2017
Elizabeth Mae Pastohr, Age 73, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by her family on January 21, 2017. She is survived by her children, Rick (Rachel) Gierke, Karin Gierke, Bill Gierke, Cindi (Daren) Johnson; grandchildren, Elena, Sam, Anna, and Jacob Gierke, Kenah and Brady Johnson; sister, Diane (Paul) Myers. Funeral Services 1:00 p.m., Monday, January 23,...
Martha Vaerst
Jan 20, 2017
Martha Vaerst, age 104, of Park Rapids, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2017. She was born on February 27, 1912 in Portland, Oregon to Ralph and Cora Wade. In 1914 the family moved to Park Rapids, Minnesota. Martha graduated from the Park Rapids High School and the Teacher Training Department. The following two years she taught in a rural...
Patricia Lanahan
Jan 19, 2017
Patricia (she preferred Pat) was born on a record hot day in August and in her childhood home. She grew up the 3rd child of 5 to Clarence and Elizabeth Greising. (pronounced Grizing). She was very proud of her father, who was the founder of "Pee Wee" baseball and managed the St. Paul parks system on the east side, and...
Patricia Berry
Jan 18, 2017
Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343 North Shore Drive Forest Lake, MN US 55025
Carol Westemeier
Jan 17, 2017
Carol Annette Westemeier, 51, passed away on January 17, 2017 after a courageous battle with melanoma. She was born on August 15, 1965 to Richard Allen Bentley and Beverly Ann Kreyer in Rochester, MN. Carol was educated in Lake City, MN and moved to Rochester, MN after graduation. She married Darrin John Westemeier on June 26, 1987. They raised three...
Raymond Daninger
Jan 16, 2017
Raymond J. Daninger, age 81 of Forest Lake, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Monday, January 16, 2017. Ray was born September 23, 1935 in Forest Lake, Minnesota the son of Rudolph and Ann (Kimmes) Daninger. He graduated from Forest Lake High School, Class of 1953 and went on the further his education at Saint Cloud State. His...
Peter Bergstedt
Jan 12, 2017
Peter Henry Bergstedt, age 71, of Chisago City, MN passed away on January 12, 2017 at Parmly LifePointes, a care facility in Chisago City. He was born on August 1, 1945 in Duluth, MN to Sakrie and Aili Bergstedt. He grew up in Esko and graduated from Esko High School in 1963. Peter attended the University of Minnesota Duluth and...
Harold Fleck
Jan 9, 2017
Harold Lee "Red" Fleck, age 82, of Ham Lake, Minnesota, passed away on January 9, 2017 peacefully at home. He was welcomed into Heaven by his granddaughter, Brooke T. Brunner; parents, Mary and Fred Fleck; siblings, Orval, Richard, Sam, Pearl. He is survived by his wife, Teresa of 48 years; children, Shannon (Steven) Brunner, Lynette Fleck, Daryl Fleck, Suzette (Edward)...
Harold Fontaine
Jan 8, 2017
Harold L Fontaine, age 92, of Pine City, died peacefully, with family by his side on January 8, 2017. Affectionately, everybody's "Gramps", Harold made his lake home a gathering place for family and friends for many years. Generations made great memories thanks to him. Harold was also accomplished at playing both the organ and harmonica, as well as golf. Harold...
Hunter Houle
Jan 6, 2017
Hunter Charles Houle, age 18, of Forest Lake, died on January 6, 2017 as a result of injuries sustained while testing for the upcoming snowmobile race. Preceded in death by uncle, Larry Houle; grandfather, Charlie Lofton; great grandparents, Andrew & Delores Marier, Prosper & Helen Houle, Robert & Irene Snow; and great great grandmother, Elsie Olson. Hunter is survived by...
Mary McMurtrie
Jan 4, 2017
Mary A. McMurtrie, age 82, of Wyoming, passed away on January 4th, 2017. Mary was born on March 31, 1934, to Kenneth and Laverle McPherson. She had a strong faith is God that was reflected in everything she did. Mary was a beloved mother and grandmother who will be deeply missed. She is preceded in death by her parents; and...
Mary Lavin
Jan 4, 2017
Mary Ellyn Lavin, age 75, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died, Wednesday, January 4, 2017. Graveside Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, January 13, 2017 at Elim Lutheran Cemetery, Scandia, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 1:00-1:30 p.m., Friday at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343 North Shore Drive Forest...
Barbara Friedhoff
Jan 3, 2017
Barbara A. Friedhoff, age 69, of Forest Lake, passed away suddenly on January 3, 2017, with her family by her side. Barbara was a proud business owner of White Diamond Tours. Preceded in death by parents, Werner and Ann Johnson. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Bart; daughters, Kimberly (Kevin) Mark, Kari Brenes; granddaughter, Mariya Brenes; great...
Ronald Beastrom
Jan 1, 2017
Ronald Beastrom, age 68 of Minneapolis, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Maxine. He is survived by his wife, Kay; son, William (Shelly); grandchildren, Ashlee (James), Amber; siblings, Delores, Beverly, Ralph (Carol), Donald (Diane); many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, January...
Lorri Miller
Dec 30, 2016
Lorri Ann Miller, age 59, of Lindstrom, passed away on December 30, 2016 following a valiant battle with cancer. She is survived by her daughters, Jordan Neumann, Jenna Mahoney; grandchildren, Mattias Carlson, Dylan and Rylee Manthey; parents, Ralph and Sandy Miller; sisters, Sherry (Dennis) Shore, Patti (Gary) Shore; longtime friends, Deb, Dawn, Eric; many other family and friends. A Celebration...
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