Obituaries

Ronald Reeder

Ronald Reeder

May 8, 2014

Ronald R. Reeder, age 83, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died, Thursday, May 08, 2014 while surrounded by his family following a battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald Reeder and Esther and Fred Nygren; son, Mark. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 55 years, Lanora; children, Colleen (Stephan) Wilhelmi, Steve (Tamy Jaramillo)...

Daniel Rosse

Daniel Rosse

May 8, 2014

Daniel A. Rosse, age 50, formerly of Vadnais Heights, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on Thursday, May 8, 2014. He is survived by his sons, Jacob Rosse and Joshua Eldridge; other family and friends. A Celebration of His Life will be held from 5:00-9:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at the Hugo American Legion Post 620, 5383 140th Street North, Hugo. Funeral...

Christine Heinz

Christine Heinz

May 7, 2014

Christine R. (Remick) Heinz, age 64, of Marine on St. Croix, passed away unexpectedly on May 7, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, Jerome and Ruby Remick. She is survived by her husband, Clarence; sons, Dominic Krueger, Aaron Krueger; five stepchildren; five grandchildren;siblings, Steve Remick, Craig (Joan)Remick, Denise Remick; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Chris was a humble woman...

Jackie Barrett

Jackie Barrett

Apr 27, 2014

Jackie Kyer Barrett was born on November 10, 1938, the oldest child of Alvey and Thelma Tessa (Tharrett) Kyer. She was born in Gouverneur and raised in the town of Fine, New York. She came to Minnesota at the age of 18, where she met her husband Michael in 1959. They married in 1960 and had three children, Diane, Dawn...

Ruth Anderson

Ruth Anderson

Apr 25, 2014

Ruth Elverna (Magnuson) Anderson, age 100, of Scandia, died April 25, 2014. Preceded in death by husband: Leslie R Anderson; Sisters: Evelyn Anderson, Bertha Abrahamson, Alma Lindberg, Nellie Everson and Luella Johnson. Survived by Son Keith L. (Janice) Anderson, Granddaughters: Holly (Bob) Vance, Heidi (Paul) Hoover-Buisman; Great-Grandchildren: Melissa (Nick) Still, Savanna (Eric) Becthold, Abbigail (Dustin Riehm)Vance, Ryan (Theresa) Vance. 4...

Allan Anderson

Allan Anderson

Apr 24, 2014

Allan W. Anderson, age 86, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2014 at Birchwood Health Care Center. Allan was a farmer and carpenter. He proudly served our country during the Korean War. He is preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Agnes; sister, Arlene; brothers, Merle, Charles, Gordon. He is survived by his beloved wife...

Marilyn Roeder

Marilyn Roeder

Apr 23, 2014

Marilyn Roeder, age 58, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 23, 2014. Marilyn worked for many years as a sign language interpreter through various school systems in Minnesota and Wisconsin. She is preceded in death by her mother, Yvonne. She is survived by her husband, James; sons, Zachary (Sarah), Gabriel (Sarah); grandchildren, Summer, Leslee, Russell. Mass of...

Gustavo Dagastino

Gustavo Dagastino

Apr 22, 2014

Gustavo "Gust" Dagastino, age 101, of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 22, 2014. Gust was a lifetime farmer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcella "Sally"; son, Jimmy; four brothers. He is survived by his relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, April 25, 2014 at Mattson Funeral Home,...

Joan Rainer

Joan Rainer

Apr 21, 2014

Joan T. Rainer, age 77, of Forest Lake, died on April 21, 2014. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Marguerite Rainer. She will be dearly missed by those closest to her, Alf Mork, Laurel Rainer, and Mike Ferguson. Graveside Service 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 25, 2014 at Oakland Cemetery, Marine on St. Croix. Funeral Home: Mattson...

Curtis Carlson

Curtis Carlson

Apr 17, 2014

Curtis L. Carlson, age 84, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2014. Preceded in death by parents, Hilmer & Olga; brothers, Gene, Harold; sister, Stella Anderson; brothers-in-law, Bud Rustebakke, Larry Thurman, and Lyle Anderson. Survived by his wife of 61 years, Marlys; children, Clinton (Jayne), Robert (Mary), Michael (Susan), Carla (William) Blackledge, Connie (Jeff) Erickson, Kenneth (Lesley);...

Manola Kunshier

Manola Kunshier

Apr 12, 2014

Manola M. Kunshier, age 92 of Wyoming, Minnesota, died peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2014. She is preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Jessie (White) Houk; husband, Harold; son, Gary; son-in-law, Terry Muellner. She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Deb Muellner; grandchildren, Scott (Michelle) Muellner, Tony (Angie) Muellner, Jennifer Muellner; great-grandchildren, Brandon Muellner, Mackenzie Muellner; siblings,...

Richard Paulson

Richard Paulson

Apr 10, 2014

Richard A. Paulson, age 80 of Alexandria MN, formerly of Fort Mohave, Arizona, died April 10, 2014. Richard was born on October 13, 1933 in Minneapolis, Minnesota the son of Arthur and Elma Paulson. He graduated from Edison High School, Minneapolis, Class of 1952. Richard was united in marriage to LaVonne Fuglie on July 2, 1954; to this union four...

Geri Brown

Geri Brown

Apr 10, 2014

Geraldine L. Brown, age 70, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died on Thursday, April 10, 2014 while surrounded by her family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Elaine Carter, Charlotte Stanke; brothers, Ricky and Tommy. She will be dearly missed by her children, Becky (Jeff) Niles, Lisa (Terry) Tschida, Rap (Shelly ReeVerts)Brown; grandchildren, Matt Brown, Mitch Laska, Stephanie...

Edmund Seekon

Edmund Seekon

Apr 7, 2014

Edmund "Ed" J. Seekon, age 79 of Forest Lake, formerly Lino Lakes died April 7, 2014. Ed proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a longtime truckdriver. He is survived by beloved wife of 59 years, Judy and their children: Susan (Pat) Geiger, Patricia Seekon (Patrick Miller), Steve (Bri) Seekon; 5 grandchildren: Nichole (Paul) Gapinski, Ashley...

Ardyce Holmes

Ardyce Holmes

Apr 6, 2014

Ardyce M. Holmes Forest Lake, passed away Sunday April 6th, 2014. Ardyce was born April 3rd 1932.She was preceded in death by her Birth Mother Rose Osman and her adoptive Parents Daniel and Florence Strandberg. She is survived by her son Michael Holmes and her daughter Kim Holmes Tichenor. Her Grandson Justin Antinozzi. Her sister Pauline and her brother Leland....

Nicholas Stephan

Nicholas Stephan

Apr 4, 2014

Nicholas James Stephan died April 4, 2014. His passing was both shocking and tragic to those who knew and loved him. He was a source of energy and inspiration to everyone he touched. His growth into a terrific young man was a great joy for his family and friends. He will be missed as son, brother, uncle, family member and...

Robert Rudman

Robert Rudman

Mar 31, 2014

Robert "Bob" Leon Rudman, age 72, of Forest Lake, passed away, surrounded by his family, on March 31, 2014 after a long battle with lymphoma. He was born on October 1, 1941 to Albert Leon and Gladys (Ullrich) Rudman in Iowa City, Iowa. He graduated from the University of Iowa - College of Engineering in 1965 and worked for 3M...

Barry Ekvall

Barry Ekvall

Mar 29, 2014

Ekvall, Barry, age 64 of Coon Lake, MN passed away March 29, 2014 surrounded by family at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. Barry proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a 40 year employee of ONAN in Fridley and a lifetime member of Forest Lake VFW Post 4210. He is preceded in death...

Bertha Tyler

Bertha Tyler

Mar 27, 2014

Bertha M. Tyler (Oyen) Beautiful mother and grandmother, age 81, passed away March 27, 2014 after a short, but valiant fight. Bert was at peace and among family when she accepted the invitation to join her beloved and much missed spouse, Clyde, who had passed on before her two years and two days earlier. Bert, also known as Bertha May...

Philip Stewart

Philip Stewart

Mar 23, 2014

Our Beloved Father and Grandfather Philip Andrew Stewart of Forest Lake, MN and formerly of Hudson, WI joined his Savior in heaven on Sunday, March 23rd, 2014 after a long struggle with dementia. His son Philip held his hand while he passed and reminded him of the love, laughter and joy he brought us all. He was preceded in death...

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