Obituaries
Mary Waataja
Apr 20, 2015
Mary A. Waataja, age 75, of Columbus, died Monday, April 20, 2015 following a determined battle with Lung Cancer. Mary worked at Columbus Elementary School for over 20 years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Lyle and Marion (Knutson) Luke; husband, Carl. She is survived by her children, Vicki (Scott) Weber, Marcee (Brian) Kopp, Ron (Sue) Waataja; six...
Delores Bishop
Apr 18, 2015
Delores E. Bishop, age 81, of Wyoming, passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2015. She was born on August 16, 1933 to Henry and Catherine (Noe) Derhaag, growing up in Victoria, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Walter; and son, Gordy. Delores is survived by her children, Steven (Priscilla), John (Pat), Joyce (Richard) Dupont,...
Ramona Hawkinson
Apr 17, 2015
Ramona "Mona" Hawkinson, age 79 of East Bethel, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2015. Preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Ruth Lovold; loving husband, Henry "Skeeter". Survived by 2 children Helen (Rick) Mike, Clark Hawkinson; 2 grandchildren, Brandon and Travis Mike; brother, Dean (Mariette) Lovold and Janet Hersch; favorite feline friend, Barney; many other cousins, nieces,...
Richard Carter Sr
Apr 15, 2015
Richard P. Carter Sr., age 86, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died, Wednesday, April 15, 2015. Dick worked as a typesetter for the Saint Paul Pioneer Press for over 40 years. He was actively involved in the American Legion Post 225; holding many ranking positions through his involvement. He is preceded in death by his parents and five siblings. He is...
Frederick Dewall
Apr 13, 2015
Fred Dewall, age 53, of Forest Lake. Passed away unexpectedly April 13, 2015. Fred was a Forest Lake Realtor. He played softball for Carlisle's and was an avid hunter. He also enjoyed fishing, golfing, and snowmobiling. Preceded in death by father, Glenn Gruett. Fred is survived by his children, Dane (Ashlie Sundstrom), Dylan and Brooke Dewall; mother, Cindy Gruett (nee...
Gerald Hamre
Apr 12, 2015
Gerald "Jerry" Hamre, age 81, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2015. Formerly from Brooklyn Center and Plymouth. Survived by loving wife Elaine of 60 years. Children, Mark, Lori (Keith) Matuska, Jodi (Brian) Elliott and his best friend, cat Tiggy; grandchildren Eric, Michael, Nikki and Max; brother Dennis and sister, Marilyn (Tootie). Forever with a joke and a thumbs up,...
Gary Shostedt
Apr 11, 2015
Gary William Shostedt, age 67, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2015 of complications to Parkinson 's Disease. He had been a resident of Ecumen Parmly LifePointes in Chisago City, MN for the last 2 ½ years. Gary was born February 14, 1948 to Frederick and Genevieve Shostedt in Stillwater, MN. After graduating high school and attending one year at...
Doris Meyer
Apr 9, 2015
Doris L. Meyer, age 94 of Stillwater, formerly of Scandia, died April 9, 2015. Preceded in death by brother, Kenneth Larson. Survived by cousins. Doris had worked for Northwestern Bell Telephone for many years. She was a member of Telephone Pioneers of America. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 20, 2015 at Elim Lutheran Church, 20971 Olinda Trail N., Scandia....
Christian Roman
Apr 7, 2015
Christian W. Roman, age 40, of Lindstrom, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 7, 2015. Chris graduated from Forest Lake Senior High School, Class of 1993. He enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, yoga and will be remembered as a magnet to children and all animals. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mary Ramthun, Donald Yaste. He will be dearly...
John DePew Jr
Apr 7, 2015
John DePew Jr., age 76, of Emily, Minnesota formerly Mahtomedi died unexpectedly April 7, 2015. John was born June 1, 1938 to John Edwin Sr. and Ruth (Hardie) DePew in Los Angeles, California. He is the longtime owner of Wildwood Service in Mahtomedi. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He is preceded in death by his...
Billy Morehead
Apr 5, 2015
Billy Taylor Morehead, on Easter Sunday, surrounded by his devoted family, "Billy T" joined his mother, father, brother, and sister in the loving hands of God. Billy T's career spanned many years in Correctional Education finishing as Director of Education at Stillwater State Prison. Billy T was an avid sports lover throughout his life, both as a participant and spectator....
Donald Olson
Apr 4, 2015
Donald Leroy Olson 1930-2015 Of Chisago City, formerly of St. Louis Park and Laporte. Preceded in death by parents, Nels and Hattie; wife, Betty. Survived by son, Gregory (Sue); grandchildren, Justin, Annika; great granddaughter, Regen; sisters, Gwen Langermann, Darriel "Dolly" Bergfeld; significant other, Nancy McCarty. Don attended the U of M before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force. He served...
Vera Robinson
Mar 30, 2015
Vera E. Robinson, age 96, passed peacefully from this life on March 30, 2015 at Birchwood Health Care Center. Vera was a long-time Forest Lake resident who was employed for 17 years at Faith Lutheran Church, where she actively helped with youth and conducted children's choirs. She and husband, "Bud," were known for their music and community service, frequently providing...
Helen Pearson
Mar 30, 2015
Helen Marie Pearson, age 78, lifelong resident of Cedar, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2015. Helen was a longtime teacher, who loved Jesus and children. Preceded in death by parents, Eddie & Martha Pearson; parents-in-law, Al & Blanche Pearson. Survived by Darrel, her beloved husband of 54 years; children, Heidi (Bruce) Wyatt, Darren (Stephanie); grandchildren, Marrta, Sarah, Laura, Sven;...
Rebecca Halphen
Mar 28, 2015
Rebecca "Becki" Halphen, age 41 of Bethel, Minnesota; formerly of Dayton, Minnesota, died following a courageous battle with MS on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at Fairview Lakes Regional Medical Center. Becki was born on May 30, 1973 in Forest Lake, Minnesota the daughter of William and Bonnie (Schmidt) Berger. She graduated from St. Francis High School, Class of 1991. She...
Kenneth Knapp
Mar 25, 2015
Kenneth Karl Knapp, 61, of Wahkon, MN passed unexpectedly on March 25, 2015. He was an independent over the road truck driver and loved his work. He also was a former U.S. Marine. He was preceded in death by his father, Ervin; mother, Mabel; brother, Ralph; nephew, Jeff. He is survived by sisters, Karen (Rich) Larson, Carol Larson, Irene Knapp,...
Shirley McCulloch
Mar 22, 2015
Shirley M. McCulloch, age 82, of Ham Lake, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on March 22, 2015. Preceded in death by her furry friend, Leo. She is survived by children, Sally (Zeno) Hocuk, Marie (Steve Lilledahl) Kingsbury, Penny (Mark) Vetter, James Kingsbury Jr., Kimberly (James) Davis, Lorie (Ken) Blesi, Brian (Rhonda) Kingsbury; 27 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren; siblings,...
Ada Kotoski
Mar 21, 2015
Ada G. Kotoski Beloved Mother and Grandmother Age 94, of Forest Lake, formerly of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2015. Preceded in death by husband, Clarence. She is survived by children, Marlene Kotoski, David, Carol (Kent) Strege; grandchildren, Neil Kotoski, Melissa Strege, Andrew Strege; step-brother, Joe Stanish. Funeral Service 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, March 25, 2015 at Mattson...
Kenneth DeVange
Mar 20, 2015
Ken DeVange "Gone Fishing" Age 66, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2015. Preceded in death by parents, Arthur & Mary (Bryse) DeVange. Survived by sons, Thomas (Eucaris), Anthony; grandchildren, Ciana, Brittany, Jesse; siblings, Cheryl Campeau, Kathleen (James) Flom; and several nieces and nephews. Ken was a retired concrete driver and member of Teamsters Union 120. Celebration of...
Eugene Allquist
Mar 18, 2015
Eugene Victor Allquist, age 91, Of Forest Lake Formerly of Stacy, died on March 18, 2015. Preceded in death by wife, Kathryn; sons, Jimmy and Timothy; brothers, John Allquist and Bob Hawley. Survived by daughter, Becky (Rick) Wolff; son, John; grandchildren, Gary (Kerrissa), Shaina (Gage); great grandson, Mason; great granddaughter on the way; and sister, Helen Smith. Funeral Service 11:00...
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