Obituaries
James Elrod
Jul 23, 2013
James Dwight Elrod, age 91 of North Branch, formerly of Columbia Heights, MN, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 23, 2013. He proudly served our country in WWII. He retired from Honeywell after 30+ years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Eulala; brothers, Ralph, Calvin, Everett; sister, Gwen Carlson. He...
Eugene Baker
Jul 16, 2013
Eugene G. Baker, age 84 of Rancho Mirage, CA, formerly of Forest Lake, died peacefully on Tuesday, July 16, 2013 at his home in Rancho Mirage, California. He is preceded in death by his parents, Emory and Madeline Baker; wife, Angeline; daughter, Cynthia Baker; siblings, Ray, Buck, Sis. He will be dearly missed by his children, Gene Jr. (Jan), Deborah...
Katherine Kemerling
Jul 14, 2013
Katherine M. Kemerling, age 97, of Chisago City, formerly of Elgin, Illinois, died peacefully on Sunday, July 14, 2013. Katherine was born in Saint Paul, Minnesota and grew up in Chilton, Wisconsin. She later moved to Elgin, Illinois where she was married and raised her family, until 2005 when she moved to Minnesota to be closer to her son. She...
Lloyd Krohn
Jul 13, 2013
Lloyd William Krohn, age 55, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away on July 13, 2013 while scuba diving in Isle Royale National Park. He was a loving and devoted husband, son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 23 years, Karen (Bender); parents, Galen and Gloria Krohn; sister, Gail (Scott) Malinosky;and in-laws, aunts, uncles, nieces...
Sharon Lakso
Jul 13, 2013
Sharon B. Lakso, age 71, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away on July 13, 2013. Sharon was born on July 12, 1942 in Grantsburg, Wisconsin to her parents Vedon and Edith Harris. Sharon was preceded in death by her husband, Donald. She is survived by her children, Cindy (John) Lane and Scott Lakso; her brother, Lee (Jean) Harris; her sister, Virginia...
Vernon Schmit
Jul 7, 2013
Vernon D. Schmit, age 58, of Linwood Township, died, peacefully, Sunday, July 7, 2013 with his wife by his side. He is preceded in death by his mother, Margot. He is survived by his wife, Julie; son, Joe (Michelle) Coleman; father, Leo; brothers, Larry (Judy), Al (Catherine); other family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30...
Laura Lane
Jul 1, 2013
Laura A. Lane, age 92 of Forest Lake, died peacefully while surrounded by her family on Monday, July 1, 2013 at the Margaret S. Parmly residence in Chisago City. She is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Flora (Holk) Derby; husband, George Lane; son-in-law, Jerry Anhorn; brothers, Russell, Robert, and Everett Derby. She is survived by her children,...
Arlene Randklev
Jun 29, 2013
Arlene Randklev, age 80, of Grand Marais, formerly of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 29, 2013. Arlene was a loving mother, a devoted wife to her husband Ronald, of 62 years, and an old fashioned stay at home mom. Arlene was an incredibly brilliant person of many hobbies, interests and talents. She was...
Donald Newman
Jun 26, 2013
Donald Duane Newman was born on December 9, 1928 in Red Lodge, Montana, to parents Leland and Margaret Newman, and passed away peacefully on June 26, 2013 in St. Paul, MN. He graduated from Red Lodge High School, where he lettered in baseball, football, and basketball. He was an avid fly fisherman and hunter. Don worked on the Beartooth Highway...
William Berggren
Jun 25, 2013
William Berggren, age 60 of Forest Lake, died while surrounded by his family on Tuesday, June 25, 2013. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Merle and Helen. He is survived by his children, William Berggren Jr., Gwen Beto, Nellie Berggren, Steven (Lindsey) Stoltzman, Sarah Beto-Berggren, Merle Berggren, Helen Beto-Berggren; fifteen grandchildren; siblings, Michele (Willliam) Barton, Kristin (Terrance) Smith;...
Clifford Chapman
Jun 24, 2013
Clifford A. Chapman, age 90, of Lindstrom, formerly of White Bear Lake, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2013. Clifford was born on May 5, 1923 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to parents Cecil and Cecilia Chapman. Cliff lived to play golf, drawing him to move to Fort Meyers, Florida where he resided for a number of years to enjoy the sport...
Sally Steinbach
Jun 24, 2013
Sally Ann Steinbach, Age 79 of Columbus, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in Wyoming, Minnesota on Monday, June 24, 2013 surrounded by her family. Sally was born on April 30, 1934 in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada to parents Robert Henry and Greta (Taylor) Henry. She was an avid knitter and enjoyed making gifts for others. She is survived by her daughter,...
Robert McGraine
Jun 22, 2013
Robert J. McGraine, age 56 of Linwood Township, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on June 22, 2013, following the recent death of his wife Colleen. He is preceded in death by his parents, Samuel R. and Alice (Rennie) McGraine; wife, Colleen. He is survived by his two sisters; many family and friends. Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July...
Jeannette Hawkinson
Jun 19, 2013
Jeannette F. Hawkinson, age 97 of Forest Lake, died peacefully while surrounded by her family on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. Jeannette retired from 3M after 35 years of employment. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and Faith Lutheran Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Annie Miller; husband, George Hawkinson; step-daugher,...
Delores Engquist
Jun 13, 2013
Delores found peace in the arms of our Lord and Savior on June 13, 2013. She was born on April 23, 1923 in Grand Forks, ND to Carl and Clara Lundby. She was the second of two children; her older brother was Roy. At age 5, her mother passed away and with the economy in the midst of the Great...
Sharon Axling
Jun 8, 2013
Sharon Rae Axling, age 67, of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 8, 2013. Sharon was born on November 6, 1945 in St. Paul, Minnesota to her parents Cecil and Frances Riggs. Sharon was an avid member of the Red Hat Society and enjoyed the time she had with all of her friends. Second to...
Deanna McGill
Jun 5, 2013
Richard and Deanna McGill, age 71, of Stacy, Minnesota, formerly of Roseville, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord after a tragic auto accident on June 5, 2013. Richard was born in Albert Lea, MN on April 14, 1942 to Albert Harley and Jennie May (Woolard) McGill. Deanna was born in Mankato, Minnesota to Frederick and Roberta (Warnke) Schultz. They...
Richard McGill
Jun 5, 2013
Richard and Deanna McGill, age 71, of Stacy, Minnesota, formerly of Roseville, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord after a tragic auto accident on June 5, 2013. Richard was born in Albert Lea, MN on April 14, 1942 to Albert Harley and Jennie May (Woolard) McGill. Deanna was born in Mankato, Minnesota to Frederick and Roberta (Warnke) Schultz. They...
Rollin Guertin
May 27, 2013
Guertin, Rollin "Rollie", age 80, formerly of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully after a short illness on May 27, 2013 with his loving wife by his side. Rollie was born on February 9, 1933 in Saint Paul, Minnesota to parents George and Leah Guertin. He was a proud carpenter, working many years as a cabinet maker. Among carpentry, Rollie had...
Bette Gray
May 24, 2013
Bette Joan Grey (Owens), age 79, of Forest Lake, passed away on May 24, 2013, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Bette was born on August 13, 1933 to parents Dick and Ruth Owens. Bette was preceded in death by her husband, James. She is survived by her sons, Jerry (Lori), Jack (Beth) & Joel (Joann); her sisters, Sharon Wehner,...
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