Obituaries

Julia Russell

Julia Russell

Aug 5, 2007

Russell, Julia T. (Bruss), age 93, of Duluth formerly of Forest Lake and White Bear Lake. Julia was born in Panola on September 2, 1913. She married Lloyd A. Russell September. 14, 1943, who died in April 1991. She is survived by her brother, Robert Bruss of Lindstrom; daughters, Kay Plymat of Melbourne, Australia and Anita Fraundorf of Duluth; grandchildren,...

Steve Klar

Steve Klar

Aug 5, 2007

Steven D. Klar, age 31 of Lindstrom died accidentally August 6, 2007 Steve graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1994 and proudly worked for Frantz Contracting as a masonary. Steve had a zest for life and an extreme passion for motocross racing and fishing. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him including his fiancee...

Mathew Kijenski

Mathew Kijenski

Aug 5, 2007

Mathew L. Kijenski, age 34, of Mankato formerly of Hugo, passed away August 5, 2007 as a result of the Amyloidosis affecting his heart. Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents; paternal grandfather; and grandfather-in-law. Matt is survived by his wife of 6 years, Carrie; their sons, Logan and Chase; parents, Len & Jessica; sister, Heidi; paternal grandmother, Myrtle Kijenski;...

"Bruce" Johnson

"Bruce" Johnson

Aug 4, 2007

Johnson, "Bruce" Charles age 61, of Scandia, died Saturday, August 4, 2007. Preceded in death by parents, Leonard & Arbutus. He is survived by brothers, Marv (Betty) and Jim; nephew John; aunt, Norma; uncle, Henry; and several cousins. Funeral Service 10:30 AM, Tuesday, August 7, 2007 at MATTSON FUNERAL HOME, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Visitation 5-7 PM, Monday...

June Stuard

June Stuard

Aug 4, 2007

June A.Stuard, age 89 of Anoka, formerly of Forest Lake. Preceded in death by husband, James E.; and son, James. She is survived by her daughters, Sue (Vance) Wheelock of Winthrop, ME, Lynda Oslund of Anoka, Marylou (Tony)Hammond of Mpls.; daughter-in-law, Midge Stuard of Anoka; eight grandchildren; and three great grandchildren. June married James on December. 18, 1937 in Natchez,...

Ann Anderson

Ann Anderson

Aug 4, 2007

Ann Marie Anderson, 73, from Sun City, AZ, passed away peacefully at home with family at her bedside on August, 4th. Ann battled cancer with the same selflessness, resolve and quiet dignity that defined her life. To her family and countless friends whom she loved and adored, Ann was grounded, quick-witted, modest, vibrant, and fun-loving. Above all, Ann was authentic...

Eugene Hansen

Eugene Hansen

Aug 1, 2007

Hansen, Eugene C., age 78, passed away at home August. 1, 2007. Preceded in death by his parents, Harold & Reba Hansen; brother, Gerald; and mother of his four oldest children, Mary Lou Wald. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Jacqui; children, Jim Baker, Donna Nygard, Jeff Hansen, Brenda Hansen, Jorgi Hansen; brothers, Duane and Harold, Jr.;...

Viola Nielsen

Viola Nielsen

Aug 1, 2007

Mrs. Viola Nielsen, 97, widow of Immanuel Nielsen, died Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Jones-Harrison in Minneapolis. Viola was born December 15, 1909 in Racine, Wisconsin to William and Celia Johnson. Viola's family lived in the Racine and the Black River Falls, WI area for her growing up years. In 1928 Viola graduated from Racine High School: she was in...

Michael MacAdams

Michael MacAdams

Jul 31, 2007

Michael Douglas MacAdams of Forest Lake and Minneapolis area age 56, "Missed Last Call" on July 31, 2007 He was well known as "Mac" and "Papa Mac". He was a man of many trades with a story to tell and a huge heart of giving. Preceded in death by his parents, Douglas and Beverly (Hanson)MacAdams. Survived by children, Kelly (Dave)...

Robert Hensel

Robert Hensel

Jul 29, 2007

Robert G. Hensel July 4, 1922 - July 29, 2007 of Forest Lake WW II Naval Veteran and independent insurance agent. He was a former member of Brass D & B Corps and member of American Legion Contest Committee for 24 years but chairman for 17 years. Employee of Landmark Insurance in Forest Lake from August of 1986 until 1992...

Marie Lund

Marie Lund

Jul 28, 2007

Marie E. Lund age 85 of Forest Lake died, July 28, 2007 Marie was the former Auxillary President of the VFW Post 4210 of Forest Lake and a longtime waitress in Forest Lake and Wyoming. She is preceded in death by her husband Hardin; two infant grandchildren. She is survived by her children, John (Deb), Janet (Clark) Erickson, Dennis (Denise),...

Elma Walter

Elma Walter

Jul 11, 2007

Elma F. "Chris" Walter age 81 of Centerville formerly of Scandia and Bayport died, Wednesday, July 11, 2007 She is preceded in death by her parents James and Augusta (Seyferth); husband Robert; son Robert. She is survived by her daughter Patricia Walter and many caring friends and neighbors. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 18,...

Lois Noer

Lois Noer

Jul 10, 2007

Lois "Connie" Noer Age 84 of White Bear Lake Passed away peacefully, July 10, 2007 surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by husband Al; sisters, Marguerite, Toddy, Furrie; brother Clayton. Survived by children, John (Kathy), Rick (Nancy), Sue Noer (Charlie), David (Karen), Ann (Randy) Knops; grandchildren, Mike (Tara) Noer, Amy (Jeff) Bisson, Julie McDonald, Jason Noer (Bethany), Kim (Tyler)...

Marie Gay

Marie Gay

Jul 9, 2007

Gay, Marie age 90, of Coon Lake Preceded in death by husband, Michael; sisters, Gertrude Peterson, Ethel Tuma & Dorothy Saenger; brothers, Stan, Les & Ray Collen. Survived by son, Tom (Vickie) Gay; daughter, Anita (David) Brooker; 4 grandchildren, Brian & Alison Gay, Ira (Myra) Brooker & Levi Brooker; sisters, Irene (Mylo) Lundquist, Marlene & Janet Collen; brothers, Jim &...

Susie Momsen

Susie Momsen

Jul 7, 2007

Susie Alice Del Valle (Davis/Rivers) nee: Momsen age 91 Born 2/24/1916, she went Home to be with Lord Jesus Christ on 7/7/2007. Preceded in death by husbands, Cliff Davis, Archie Rivers, and Julian Del Valle. She is survived by daughters, Deanna Eder, Judy Callinan; sons, Clellan (Connie) Davis, Wayne Davis; eight grandchildren; and 18 great grandchildren. She was the twin...

Florence Thompson

Florence Thompson

Jul 6, 2007

Thompson, Florence L., age 80, of White Bear Lake passed away peacefully on July 6, 2007 at Margaret S. Parmly Residence. Preceded in death by husband, A.J. "Jack"; brother, Raymond "Bud" Rundblade. She is survived by her son, Todd (Maruta); granddaughters, Meghan, Katherine, Molly; sisters, Delores Bierman, Theresa Nissen, Lena Lavalle; sister-in-law, Judy Rundblade; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral...

Thomas Doherty

Thomas Doherty

Jul 5, 2007

Thomas E. Doherty Decorated Air Force Veteran of Forest Lake, died peacefully at home on July 5, 2007. Preceded in death by step-son, Danny DePonti. He is survived by his wife Kay (DePonti) Doherty; brother John (Lorraine), sisters-in-law, Margaret, Elizabeth; brother-in-law, Bill; many other relatives and friends. An Air Force Veteran, Sr. Master Sgt. Doherty completed 40 years of active...

Brian Ammerman

Brian Ammerman

Jun 29, 2007

Brian Ammerman Beloved Son, Brother, Grandson age 14 of Chisago City, formerly of Lino Lakes Student at Chisago Lakes Middle School passed away tragically, Friday, June 29, 2007 He was greeted in heaven by his Grandpa Jim and Grandma Margaret Swanson; Uncle Mark Jamme; Great Grandpa Feeney. He will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved him including...

Robert Ferrise

Robert Ferrise

Jun 28, 2007

Robert G. Ferrise age 84 of North Branch formerly of East Side of St. Paul died, June 28, 2007 Robert was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother. He is survived by his wife Marie and several nieces, nephews, other extended family and close friends; Joe Tangsley, Herby Lund, David & JoaAnne Morris and Colleen Crosby; all from...

Devon Thomas

Devon Thomas

Jun 27, 2007

Devon Amonte Jon Thomas age 2 months Beloved son of Tracy Wosika and Aaron Thomas, grandson of Dave and Kelly Wosika; nephew of Ben Wosika; will be dearly missed by several other family and friends. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, June 30, 2007 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Visitation will...