Obituaries

Terrance Lofboom

Terrance Lofboom

Jul 12, 2015

Terrance D. "Terry" Lofboom Beloved Father, Son and Brother Terry lost a courageous 5 year battle with cancer on July 12, 2015. Preceded in death by grandparents, Elof and Olive Lofboom; great grandmother, Olga Hawkinson. Survived by daughter, Elizabeth Andrews; parents, Dennis & Nola Lofboom; siblings, Deborah (John) McGivern, Daniel (Joan) Lofboom; aunts, Janice (Jim Saari) Lofboom, Cheryl Bistodeau; uncles,...

Kodi Nelson

Kodi Nelson

Jul 11, 2015

Kodi Dre' Nelson, age 17, of Forest Lake, died unexpectedly on July 11, 2015. He is preceded in death by his father, David Nelson. He is survived by his parents, Brenda Wilcox, Terri Nelson; step-dad, Matt Peka; siblings, Kassandra Nelson, Memphis and Noah Holmgren, Nicholas Peka; grandmothers, Joyce Webb, Debbi Nelson; great-grandmother, Donna Nelson; special cousin, Tracy Wilcox; many aunts,...

Vicki Gardner

Vicki Gardner

Jul 6, 2015

Vicki Gardner, age 62 of Coon Rapids, died Monday, July 6, 2015. Vicki was born on May 25, 1953, in Minneapolis, Minnesota the daughter of John and Vera (Mattson) Gardner. She graduated from Richfield High School Class of 1971 and went on to further her education, graduating with a Master's Degree in Nursing. She worked for North Memorial Hospital for...

Lucille Ersfeld

Lucille Ersfeld

Jul 5, 2015

Lucille Ersfeld (Houle) age 95, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, entered eternal life July 5, 2015 in Forest Lake, MN. The first daughter of Harry and Anna (Bernier) Houle. Lucille was married January 6, 1942 at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Forest Lake, MN to Thomas J. Ersfeld. A life-long member of St. Peter, she began playing the organ...

Dorothy Poundstone

Dorothy Poundstone

Jul 4, 2015

Dorothy L. Poundstone, age 96 of Blaine; formerly of Coon Lake Beach and Lino Lakes, died, Saturday, July 4, 2015. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 72 years, Robert; daughter, LaVonne Dix; son, LeRoy; eight siblings. She will be deeply missed by her beloved children, Larry (Dolly), Linda Wood, Lila (Mark) O'Brien; ten grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren;...

Donald Tovsen

Donald Tovsen

Jul 2, 2015

Donald Tovsen, age 63 of Stacy, Minnesota died July 2, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a longtime machinist and employee of FMC in Fridley, Minnesota. He will truly be missed by his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gregory. He...

David Stenberg

David Stenberg

Jun 29, 2015

David Stenberg, age 56 of Forest Lake, Minnesota began dancing on the streets of gold on June 29, 2015. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter Jack. Dave will be dearly missed by his wife, Cindy; children: Jaxon, Nate, Becka, Benny, Reuben, Aaron (Stephanie) and Josh; mother, Grace; sisters, Ruth (Wayne) and Mary (Byron); many nieces and nephews;...

Judy Erickson

Judy Erickson

Jun 23, 2015

Judy Erickson, age 67 , of Lindstrom. There will only be one Judy Erickson, who passed on June 23, 2015, leaving the world less colorful. She exemplified what being a free spirit is all about. During her transition her son, Shane, held one hand and her daughter, Tracy, the other. She thrived on road trips and her daughter's ducks and...

Diane Smith

Diane Smith

Jun 22, 2015

Diane L. Smith, Beloved Wife and Mom, age 76 of Maplewood, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2015. Diane was a fun-loving, spirited and artistic woman. She loved her family, her friends, antiquing, and gardening. She will be deeply missed by Wiley, her husband of 46 years; daughter, Christi (Kevin) Olson; grandson, Connor; and many friends. Preceded in death by...

Gerald Thacker

Gerald Thacker

Jun 19, 2015

Gerald R Thacker, a resident of Lino Lakes Assisted Living, died there Friday, June 19. He was 92. He was born in Milwaukee on March 29, 1923, son of Percy and Lillian Thacker. He graduated from Washington High School in 1941. After finishing high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in Texas with the 9th Air Defense Command. He...

Keith Langston

Keith Langston

Jun 17, 2015

Keith Brian Langston was born January 30th, 1969 in Aurora, IL. He was the son of Gerald and Sheila (Anderson) Langston. He had one brother, Erik (Shanna), and two beloved nephews, Ethan and Eli. Keith attended school in Montgomery and Oswego, IL. After graduation, Keith attended Pensacola Christian College in Pensacola, FL where he loved the beach and weather. After...

Dale Long

Dale Long

Jun 17, 2015

Dale F. Long, age 78 of Forest Lake, Minnesota died June 17, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Frank and Marie Long; brother, Richard (Delayne) Long, niece, Sharon Long. Survived by sister, Marilyn Long; nieces, Cynthia (John) Stites, Carol (Dean) Kayler, nephew, David (Zanda) Long. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 30, 2015 at...

Patricia Svenkeson

Patricia Svenkeson

Jun 16, 2015

Patricia "Pat" Irene Svenkeson, age 80, died peacefully on June 16, 2015 surrounded by family. Patty was born Nov 20, 1934 in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of Francis and Irene Kinsella. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Andrew Svenkeson; seven children (Andy, Paul, John, Mark, Phillip, Kristi, and Jim) and their spouses; 20 grandchildren and 13...

Barbara Winnick

Barbara Winnick

Jun 13, 2015

Barbara J. Winnick, Loving Wife & Mother, age 77, of Forest Lake, died on June 13, 2015 after a brief battle with cancer. Preceded in death by her parents; sister, Marilyn; sister-in-law, Barb; and beloved cat, Samantha. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Mel; sons, Dan and Scott; brothers, Jim (Janet) and Jerry Fernstrom; brothers-in-law, Jerry, Louis;...

Richard Hanson

Richard Hanson

Jun 12, 2015

On May 15, 1950, Richard Perry Hanson was born to Donald and Faith (Helgeson) Hanson in St. Paul, Minnesota. He passed away on June 12, 2015 in Maplewood. Dick is survived by his son, Mike; brother, Doug (Mary) Hanson; good friend, Sharon Cathcart; and best friend, Bob Belden. He was preceded in death by his parents. Dick loved oldies music,...

Arthur Boston

Arthur Boston

Jun 12, 2015

Arthur "Dave" Boston, age 68, of Forest Lake, died on June 12, 2015 after a long struggle with illness. He worked as a security guard. Survived by wife, Faith; sons, Joel (Beth) Boston, Dina Hayes ; daughters, Toby Wright, Kay Boston, Deanna Boston; sister, Merilee; grandson, Jarad. Memorial Service 1:00 p.m., Monday, June 22, 2015 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343...

Katherine Allquist

Katherine Allquist

Jun 11, 2015

Katherine "Katie" Allquist, age 95, of Stacy was Promoted to Glory on June 11, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, John; son-in-law, Nick Wagner. Survived by daughters, Mary Wagner, Sue (William) Lein; grandchildren, Deborah (Trey) Rayburn, Sarah (Nancy) Wagner, Keith Wagner, William (Julie) Lein, Jr., Bradley (Robin) Lein; great grandchildren, Nick Rayburn, Madlyn Lein, Rhys Lein. Celebration of Katie's Life...

Phyllis Gale

Phyllis Gale

Jun 11, 2015

Phyllis Gale age 91, of Forest Lake, died on June 11, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, Ward; 3 brothers; and a sister. She is survived by children, Douglas (Gloria), Joan (Bill) Gale Snowden; grandchildren, Scott (Marlo), Rick (Vinette), Dean (Michelle), Todd, Lisa; ; great grandchildren, Mathew, Mitch, Brett, Taylor, Shenyn, Megan, Jacob, Dominique, Dante, Andrew, Natalie, Conya, Cassandra; great...

Theresa Lustig

Theresa Lustig

Jun 11, 2015

Theresa "Kathie" Lustig, age 69 of Webster, WI, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Vern & Theresa Fuller. She is survived by her husband, Ron; son, Greg (Teresa) Seykora; stepsons, Owen (Holly) Lustig, Aaron (Tiela) Lustig; and siblings, Mike Fuller, Rose Tschida, John Fuller. Graveside service 1:00 p.m., Thursday, June 18, 2015 at Calvary...

Nola Bowman

Nola Bowman

Jun 9, 2015

Nola Jane Bowman, age 62, of Chisago City, died peacefully on June 9, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Charles & Wanda Fleeman; son, Shane Suchier; brothers, Robert Fleeman, Randy Snowden. She is survived by husband, Scott; sons, Tom (LaTisha) Suchier, Gene Bowman (Caroline Ogletree), Casey (Laura) Bowman; grandchildren, Kayty, Caleb, & Hailee, Olivia & Anthony, Daryl; siblings, Cecilia Patterson,...

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