Obituaries

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...

Audrey Tauer

Audrey Tauer

Mar 23, 2014

Audrey Marie Tauer(Dupre), age 92, formerly of Lino Lakes, died March 23, 2014 in Cambridge, Minnesota. She was born on September 7, 1921 to William and Emma (Crete) Dupre in Centerville, Minnesota. Audrey was preceded in death by her husband, Walter. She is survived by her sons, Lyle (Christine), Wayne (Dianne), Kevin; grandchildren, Sara, Lynne, Cory, Melanie, Jerome, Kendra, and...

Geraldine Batterson

Geraldine Batterson

Mar 22, 2014

Geraldine "Geri" Batterson, age 94, of Forest Lake passed away March 22, 2014. Preceded in death by husband, Donald; brothers, Clement, Ervin; sister, Doris Norden. Survived by son, Donald (Bonnie); grandsons, Donald (Karen), Mark (Laura); best friend and companion, Wallace Duffney; "adopted kids", Tom & Joy Oswald. Funeral service 11:00 a.m., Friday, March 28, 2014 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343...

Florence Charboneau

Florence Charboneau

Mar 21, 2014

Florence D. Charboneau, age 96, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by family and friends on March 21, 2014. She is survived by four daughters, Margie Scruggs, Gerrie Lachowitzer, Jeanne Couture (Walter) and Kathy Engelhart (Robert), twelve grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy McCormick (Don), brother, Robert (Geri) Drassal. Florence is preceded in death by her loving husband...

Jens Stolz

Jens Stolz

Mar 20, 2014

Jens U. "Jim" Stolz, age 61 of Linwood Township, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by his family on Thursday, March 20, 2014. Jim was born on August 17, 1952 in Neustadt Germany to Annemarie Holdinghausen and Edwin Donath. He was adopted by Thomas Stolz and became an American citizen on November 22, 1963. He proudly served his country in the...

Roger Maygren

Roger Maygren

Mar 19, 2014

Roger E. Maygren, age 78 of Linwood Township, Minnesota, died March 19, 2014. Roger is preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Eleanor Maygren; sister, Gloria Leaman; brother-in-law, Thomas L. Leaman Sr.; niece, Janet Leaman; longtime companion, Betty Bjorge. He is survived by his nephew, Thomas E. Leaman Jr., dear friends and caretakers, Matt (Sandy) Bjorge, David (LuAnn) Bjorge...

Donna Halvorson

Donna Halvorson

Mar 16, 2014

Donna Jean Halvorson (Herrick) died March 16, 2014 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Donna was born November 11, 1934 in Duluth, Minnesota to Roy and Violet Herrick. She was a wonderful wife, and mother, and loyal friend to all who got to know her. An excellent cook, she also loved to garden and to make beaded jewelry...

Thomas Klapak

Thomas Klapak

Mar 16, 2014

Thomas E. Klapak, age 55 of Scandia, died peacefully at home with his family by his side on 3/16/2014 after his long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born April 23, 1958 and lived every day to the fullest. He is preceded in death by his father, Warren. Survived by his mother, Nancy Patterson; son, Dylan; grandson, Anthony; sister...

David Brotzler

David Brotzler

Mar 14, 2014

David P. Brotzler, age 81, of East Bethel, Minnesota, went peacefully to meet his Savior on Friday, March 14, 2014. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Clara (Schindeldecker); brother, Chuck; brother-in law, Buzz Helsper. He will be dearly missed by his beloved wife, Arliss; daughters, Kim (Chuck) Olson, Wendy (Tom) Krueger; grandchildren, Danielle (Brent) Hall, Chad...

Connie Basel

Connie Basel

Mar 11, 2014

Connie (nee Peterson) Basel, age 57 of Las Cruces, New Mexico and Redondo Beach, California, formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 11, 2014 following a one and a half year battle with cancer. Connie was a graduate of Forest Lake High School, class of 1975. She attended the University of Minnesota and was a member of...