Obituaries

Franz Westermeier

Nov 30, 2008

Colonel Franz X. Westermeier, Army (Retired) passed away November 30, 2008.  He is survived by his wife of nearly 66 years, Vivian Vinton Westermeier; son Franz "Rusty" and his daughter-in-law Floy Westermeier of Glenwood, Iowa; as well as several neices and nephews. He was preceded in death by brother Adolph E. Westermeier; and sister Wilhelmine Franz,  like so many others who have...

Karen Anderson

Nov 28, 2008

Passed away November 28, 2008 after a lengthy illness, at Birchwood Health Care Center, where she resided for the past 12 years. She is survived by her children, Richard (Rachel), Colin (Norma), Gavin, Josy (Mark), Jeannie (Dan), Harlan; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; siblings, Marian (Ken) Peterson, Barbara (Jay) Martin; and several nieces and nephews.

Paul King

Nov 27, 2008

Paul King, age 60, of Wisconsin, passed away November 27, 2008. He was preceded in death by his parents, William F. and Henrietta A. King.  Paul is survived by his sister, Cathy (Tom) Herman of Wyoming, Minnesota. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at St. Peter's Catholic Church, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake.  Interment...

Fred Schwab

Nov 27, 2008

“Soon you will read in the newspaper that I am dead. Don’t believe it for a moment. I will be more alive than ever before” …DL Moody Loving husband of Doris for 50 years; father of Rainie (Tony) Mezzenga, Rick (Judy), Randie (Vicki), Amie (John) Kaiser, Brenda (Russ) Fandel, Paul (Karen); 19 grandchildren; family friend Bart Sammon; siblings, Doris Pesek, Harry, Rita (Chuck)...

Gary Menne

Nov 24, 2008

ngtime Wyoming, Minnesota resident, age 64, died November 24, 2008. Gary was born July 21, 1944 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Robert Josephy and Helen Elizabeth (Laska) Menne.

Gary He was preceded in death by parents, Robert & Helen (Laska) Menne. Survived by wife, Linda; children, Peg Servaty, Tom Houle, Jane Saari, Tim Menne, Rob Menne, Gary Martin Menne, Jim...

Neil Colonel"

Nov 22, 2008

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, December 5, 2008 at Chisago Lakes Baptist Church, 9387 Wyoming Trail, Chisago City. The family will greet friends from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Thursday at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment at Oak Park Cemetery, Forest Lake.

Lillian Goetz

Nov 21, 2008

Lillian C. Goetz, age 88, of Scandia, formerly of Hibbing passed away November 21, 2008 after a brief struggle with cancer. Preceded in death by her husband, Leonard; son, Lenny; four brothers; and three sisters. She is survived by her children, Fred (Mary), Patricia (Al) Boll, Darlene (John) Abt, Cathy (Dale) Carlstrom; 15 grandchildren; 12 great...

Glenn Gruett

Nov 21, 2008

Glenn H., age 71 Preceded in death by parents, Otto C. & Emma B.; sisters, Ethel and Ellen; brothers, Leo and Arnold. He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Cindy; children, Timothy (Teri), Gregory (Kathy), Fred (Sandy) Dewall, Denise (Mark) Kewitsch; grandchildren, Dana, Shannon, Alisha, Erica, Joseph, Dane, Dylan, and Brooke; four great grandchildren; siblings, Alvin, Loretta (Arley)...

Roberta Slawick

Nov 18, 2008

She is preceded in death by her parents; and their son James Jr. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her including her devoted husband James; daughters, Shannon Gravening and Elizabeth (Gary) Feblowitz; granddaughters Stephanie and Tiffany, great grandson.

Gerald Tadych

Nov 15, 2008

A Celebration of His Life will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 22, 2008 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. The family will greet friends two hours prior to the service at the funeral home.

Jack Reese

Nov 13, 2008

Passed away peacefully into the hands of God on November 13, 2008. He is survived by his wife Betty; son Mark (Lori) Reese, daughter Melissa (Mark) Felland; daughter Mary (Stephan) Twist. Also survived by grandchildren, Emma Grace, Jack and Marcella Reese; Jon, Daniel and Anna Felland; twin sister Janice (Jim) Behrendt; brother Willard “Bill” (Yvonne) Reese; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Jack was...

Gerald Dube

Nov 10, 2008

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 15, 2008 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN. Visitation Friday from 4-8 PM at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 N. Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN with time of sharing and prayer service at 7:30 PM. Burial at Calvary Cemetery, Forest Lake, Minnesota.  In lieu of flowers,...

Marcella Dupre

Nov 10, 2008

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Johanna (Mahoney) Beaton; husband Leonard Dupre; four siblings Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Monday, November 17, 2008 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Visitation will be 3:00-6:00 p.m., Sunday at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Interment at Calvary...

Alan Kuntz

Nov 10, 2008

Preceded in death by his father, Alfred. He is survived by his life partner & soulmate, Lori Jean Ettinger; children, Adam Jerome Kuntz, Jacob Ray Kuntz, Josephine Jean Kuntz; siblings, Sharon (Daniel) Klein, Karen (Lee) Baldwin; and mother, Florence Buchtel (Wax). Gathering of family & friends will be 4:00~7:00 p.m., Friday, November 21, 2008 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore...

Kimberly Olsen

Nov 9, 2008

Kimberly Olsen, age 44, of Forest Lake, died November 9, 2008. Preceded in death by her father, Max Olsen; and sister, Cindy Jewell.  She is survived by her daughter, Katie; mother, Judith Olsen; siblings, Max (Candis), Kelly (Sue), Pamela, and Jennifer; brother-in-law, Brian Jewell; and grandmother, Lewisa Olsen. Gathering of family and friends 5:00~8:00 p.m., Monday, November 17, 2008 at...

Professor Pratt

Nov 8, 2008

Professor Douglas C. Pratt of Scandia, Minnesota, served as head of the Botany Department and as Dean of the College of Biological Sciences at the University of Minnesota. He played a leading role in the development of environmental sciences curricula at the University and pioneered the use of native biomass crops for energy production. Pratt taught at Carleton College...

Mark Ray

Nov 8, 2008

Mark Ray, age 44 of Wyoming, passed away November 8, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer.  Mark had a great love of his family and the outdoors.  He will be dearly missed by his wife, Sandy; children, Cody and Autum; parents, Forrest & Elaine; siblings, Roxanne (Norm) Kahler, Greg (Andrea), Jeff (Janet), Cyndi Brody; special niece, Angie; several...

Theresa Hovland

Nov 7, 2008

Preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Gilbert; sons, Michael, Patrick (Brook); grandson, Francis; and brother, Thomas (Dorris) Williams. Requiem Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 11, 2008 at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 408 3 rd St. North, St. Paul. Visitation 5-7 PM, Monday at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Visitation will continue...

Thomas Hajnasiewicz

Nov 7, 2008

Muriel Bergerson

Nov 5, 2008

Muriel E. Bergerson age 87, of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away peacefully, Wednesday, November 5, 2008 Muriel was born February 11, 1921 to Joseph and Doria (Robillard) LaPlante in Red Lake Falls, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by her; husband William “Bill” in 2006; three brothers and one sister. She is survived by her loving children, Prudence (Bruce) Lawrence, Barbara Florance,...