Obituaries

May 5, 2013

Eleanor Ann Nelson, Age 92, passed away May 5, 2013. Eleanor was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on September 27, 1920, to parents Paul and Anna Bailey. Eleanor was known for the great love she had for her grandchildren and family. Preceded in death by parents Ann & Paul Bailey; husband Ralph; son Jon; 2 brothers and 6 sisters. Survived by...

May 1, 2013

Edward Larson, age 100, died suddenly May 1, 2013. Edward was born December 12, 1912 to Emil and Edna (Anderson) Larson in Coon Lake, Minnesota. He was a lifetime resident of Coon Lake, MN and is preceded in death by his parents; siblings: Harry, Ralph, Marion Peterson, Margaret Ladd, LeRoy, and Willard. He is survived by his siblings, Irene Anderson...

Apr 25, 2013

Gerald R. Fraser, age 87 of Forest Lake, died while surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Fairview Lakes Regional Medical Center, Wyoming, Minnesota. Gerald was born December 11, 1925 in Winona, Minnesota the son of James and Mary (Carney) Fraser. He graduated from Winona High School and went on to further his education, graduating from Winona...

Apr 24, 2013

Charles G. Fitch MD September 3, 1930 – April 24, 2013 Charles G. Fitch MD, age 82 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at the University of Minnesota Medical Center-Fairview. A very special man who was a devoted husband, father, and doctor will be missed more than words could ever say. Charles was a veteran of...

Apr 23, 2013

Paul R. Hasecuster, age 84, of Forest Lake, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 23, 2013. Paul was a retired firefighter and President of the Forest Lake Hockey Association for several years. He is survived by his beloved wife of 41 years, Mary Lou; children, Bernie, Cyndie (Joe), John, Marcia (Kevin), Michele, Monica (Steve), Scott (Terri); eight grandchildren; six great grandchildren....

Apr 21, 2013

Verona LaBelle (nee Lord) March 7, 1917-April 21, 2013 After 96 years, my dear mother decided it was time to be with Jesus and join her husband and family in Heaven. She was the best of the best, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Francis LaBelle; parents, Earl and Flora...

Apr 20, 2013

Schmidt, Delano E. "Del" Age 79, of Chisago City, Minnesota Del Passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 20, 2013. Del was born in Ellsworth Wisconsin in May of 1933. He proudly served in the United States Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic for 8 years during the Korean War conflict, where he was stationed in...

Apr 19, 2013

Roger Allan Fremo, age 87, of Blaine, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2013, while surrounded by his family. Roger was a fisherman at heart. He enjoyed fishing for pan fish and walleye. Aside from his love for fishing, Roger enjoyed visiting and spending time with his family, as well as small home-improvement projects that kept him busy. Roger was...

Apr 18, 2013

Jerry Lee Rogers, age 70, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, April 18, 2013. Jerry had a deep love for his family and enjoyed spending as much time with them as he could. Jerry was also known for his love of fishing, particularly for Bass and Walleye. Jerry is survived by his loving wife,...

Apr 13, 2013

Janfry "Bruce" Thoen, age 75, of East Bethel, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Saturday, April 13, 2013. Bruce was known for his love of the outdoors, growing and tending to a wide variety of flowers and spending time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren. Bruce proudly served his country in the United States...

Apr 12, 2013

In Loving Memory of Ellen Smith Dingman, 1916-2013. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dr. L.M. Dingman; sister, Beulah (Alvin) Montgomery; brother, Shelby (Milly) Smith. She is survived by children, David (Ruth) Dingman, Martha (Jerry) Talmage; grandchildren, Lisa (Terry) Marsh, Brian (Michelle) Dingman; great grandchild, George Marsh. Ellen resided in Prophetstown, Illinois until her final years as a...

Apr 7, 2013

Dana Lynn Chevre, age 36, of Forest Lake, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2013. She will be dearly missed by her parents, Mike and Debra; grandparents, Lily Chevre, Robert and Hilda Jezek; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343...

Apr 3, 2013

Danielle Marie Anderson (Guckeen) age 24. An unintentional outcome of alcohol and drug addiction took her from us on April 3, 2013, while doing one of her favorite things, taking a bath. Danielle was a lifelong resident of Forest Lake, MN, until she moved to Louisville, KY in June of 2012. Her death occurred while living there. Memorial Services will...

Apr 2, 2013

Jack Buys, born October 15, 1924, in Franklin, Pennsylvania to James and Ethel Buys, was raised by his mother in Greenville, Pennsylvania and graduated from Greenville High School in June 1943. In September Jack volunteered for the US Navy whom he served for 2 ½ years. He rose to Radioman Third Class on destroyer USS Knapp which fought in the...

Mar 29, 2013

Rosella "Rose" Nelson, age 85 of Chisago City, formerly Minneapolis, Minnesota passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 29, 2013. She is preceded in death by her son, Robert; 1st husband, Leland "Max"; 2nd husband, Ken Hom; sister. Survived by children, Rich (Judy), Sandra (Ken) Nelson-DiCocco, Sharon (John) Harris, Brad (Sandy); nine grandchildren; fourteen great-grandchildren and the Hom...

Mar 21, 2013

Jeanne Bowens, Age 67, of Wyoming, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2013. Jeanne was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend who also enjoyed crafts, gardening and other activities. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Monday,...

Mar 20, 2013

Raymond Harry Holmquist, age 86 of Wyoming/East Bethel, died while surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 20, 2013. Raymond was born March 18, 1927 in Wyoming, Minnesota to Arthur and Dora (Dahl) Holmquist. Raymond grew up in the Wyoming area where he attended school. On April 21, 1951 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Kable at Cedar United...

Mar 17, 2013

Richard "Dick" David Schwarten, age 88 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children and family on March 17, 2013. "Dick" was born February 11, 1925 in St. Paul, Minnesota. "Dick" proudly served his country in the United States Army. He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Margaret Schwarten; his wife, Iris (Bacon) Schwarten...

Mar 17, 2013

Gordon "Gordy" Pfaffendorf, age 58 of Linwood Township, died, Sunday, March 17, 2013. Gordy was born December 23, 1954 in Saint Paul, Minnesota the son of Wilbur and Everal (Novy) Pfaffendorf. He attended Forest Lake High School. Following high school he began working as a brake press operator and continued in this career path until he was diagnosed with Ataxia...

Mar 15, 2013

Domek, Keith R, age 51, of Minneapolis, formerly of Forest Lake, passed away on March 15, 2013. Per Keith's wishes, no services will be held. Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343 North Shore Drive Forest Lake, MN US 55025 Previous Events Service Friday, March 22, 2013 Mattson Funeral Home

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