Obituaries

Apr 26, 2025

Leo Lexington Byrne Jr. was born on August 9, 1936, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, to Leo and Rose Mary Byrne. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 26, 2025, at Birchwood Health Care Center in Forest Lake, Minnesota.

Leo dedicated his life to service, retiring from the United States Postal Service after 35 years and the Army National Guard...

May 8, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Scott Palmer, age 67, who left us too early. Scott was a man of contrasts - possessing remarkable intellectual curiosity and practical skill, while also facing personal demons that challenged him throughout much of his life.

Scott earned a degree in Chemical Engineering, where his analytical mind and problem-solving abilities...

May 8, 2025

May 8, 2025

Lynette Marie Carter, age 83, passed away peacefully on Thursday morning, May 8, 2025, at her assisted living facility in Forest Lake, Minnesota. She was born March 15, 1942. A beloved daughter of Russell Edward Dunn and Marian Alice Bredesen Dunn, and the King Most High.

Lynette was preceded in death by her sister, Lois (Ken) Fultz; her parents, Marian Dunn...

May 3, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Daniel Richard Guenther. Dan was born to William and Sherry Guenther on February 1, 1986 in Cambridge, MN and passed away on May 3, 2025 at the age of 39.

Dan graduated from Forest Lake High School in 2004. On April 15, 2016, Dan and Christine Boudouris welcomed their...

Apr 30, 2025

Amy Patricia Johnston (Gessner), age 55, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025 after a courageous journey.

Born on October 26, 1969, in Forest Lake, Minnesota, Amy was the beloved daughter of Anna Mae Gessner (Dupre) and Dick Gessner. She was a proud graduate of Forest Lake High School, class of 1988, where she was a member of the marching band...

Apr 30, 2025

James "Jim" Arndt

Age 86, of Hugo, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025. He was born on February 28, 1939, in Glasgow, Montana, to Jacob and Clara Arndt.

Jim had a deep love for the outdoors and was a passionate skier, enjoying both waterskiing and downhill skiing. He even competed in the 3-event waterskiing competitions. In 1966, Jim and Joan...

Apr 29, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Jo Keippela, who went home to be with the Lord at the of age 75, on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Barbara was born on July 5, 1949, in Cloquet, Minnesota, the daughter of Howard and Marian (Barney) Sunnarborg. She grew up in Esko, Minnesota, and graduated...

Apr 27, 2025

Rita Darlene Carrison Berge, age 85, died Sunday, April 27, 2025, peacefully at her home in Forest Lake, MN. Rita was born on March 28, 1940, in Fergus Falls, MN, to Robert Leslie and Martha Inga (Moe) Carrison. She graduated from Fergus Falls High School in 1958, was the Otters homecoming queen and a National Honor Society member. Rita furthered...

Apr 26, 2025

Stanley "Stan" J. Berry, from Wyoming, Minnesota passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his home, at the age of 73 on April 26, 2025.

Stan was born on March 3, 1952 to Lloyd and Marian (Lamberty) Berry in Forest Lake, Minnesota. He grew up in Wyoming and graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1971, with a Varsity Letter in...

Apr 25, 2025

Patricia Ann Boyd, age 81 of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away during the early morning hours of April 25th, 2025. She was born on June 13th, 1943 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma to Lorenz and Leslie (Morris) Boyd.

Pat grew up in Oklahoma and graduated from college with a bachelor’s degree. Soon after she joined the United States Navy where she served...

Apr 24, 2025

Dan Hobson, age 52, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

Dan was born on June 30, 1973, in Farmington, Minnesota, to Richard and Monika (Staerk) Hobson. He grew up in Linwood Township and was a proud graduate of Forest Lake High School, Class of 1991. He went on to study chemical engineering at St. Cloud State...

Apr 24, 2025

David T. Holmberg, age 71, of Scandia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025, surrounded by the family he loved so dearly.

Born on July 24, 1953, in Stillwater, Minnesota, to Thure and Elva (Russell) Holmberg, David grew up on his grandparents’ farm near Square Lake. He spent countless childhood hours baling hay, doing chores, and learning the value...

Apr 13, 2025

Lynn Keith Bergeron, age 70 of Forest Lake, formerly of Fridley, Minnesota passed away on Sunday April 13th, 2025 after a battle with cancer.

Lynn was born September 23, 1954, in Minneapolis. After a highly successful youth sports career at Grace High School (Totino Grace), Lynn became a barber. Lynn started 37th and Johnson Hair Company in 1980.

Lynn had many jobs...

Apr 13, 2025

Leona Viola Wirtz became an angel on April 13, 2025 at the age of 87. Leona was born in Elk River, Minnesota on September 22, 1937 to Leonard and Viola (Schulte) Wirtz. She was the oldest of six, three sisters and two brothers, so she took on a lot of responsibility at a very young age. And though the work...

Apr 11, 2025

Helen "Pat" Markwardt, age 92, of May Township, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family and the nature she so adored.

Born on November 14, 1932, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, Pat was the cherished daughter of Walter and Helen (Wright) Harris. She spent her formative years in Minneapolis, graduating from Edina High School...

Apr 2, 2025

Christina Marie Strantz

September 1, 1969 – April 2, 2025

Christina "Chrissy" Marie Strantz, age 55, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully in her sleep on April 2, 2025. She was born on September 1, 1969, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Ron and Karen Strantz.

Christina’s daughter, Ashley (Tyler), and her grandchildren, Louis, Josephine, and Amelia, were the center of her life. She was...

Mar 30, 2025

Michael “Mike” Boeckmann, age 74, of Chisago City, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025.

Mike was born July 10, 1950, in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was the son of Phyllis Pschandl and Harold Boeckmann. He went to Johnson High School where he was involved in the drum and bugle corps, hockey and football before graduating in 1968. After high...

Mar 26, 2025

Lawrence “Larry” H. Carpenter, lovingly known as "Uncle" to many, age 78, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

Born on April 22, 1946, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, Larry was the beloved son of George and Lillian (Boyer) Carpenter. He grew up in the Frogtown neighborhood, attended St. Vincent’s Grade School, and...

Mar 21, 2025

Leroy George Goldeman 

December 26, 1939 – March 21, 2025

Leroy George Goldeman passed away peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025, surrounded by the family he cherished.

Leroy was born on December 26, 1939, and grew up in New Brighton, Minnesota. He graduated from Mounds View High School in 1958 before proudly serving four years in the United States Marine Corps. While serving...