Obituaries

Audrey Farrington
Apr 13, 2003
Farrington, Audrey Janeage 73, of Forest Lake.Died Sunday April 13, 2003, at her home surrounded by family and friends. Preceded in death by daughter Diane Madl. Survived by husband LaVern, 4 children Dennis (Paulette) Farrington, Carol (Jeff) Warmbold, Barbara (Curt) Lugert, & Donna (Neulan) Midkiff; 1 brother Harold Hickman, son-in-law, Dennis Madl, 16 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren. Funeral Service Thursday...

William Risnes
Apr 12, 2003
Risnes, William D. ''Bill'', age 69, of Stacy, died April 12. Preceded in death by his brother Lester. Lovingly remembered by his wife of 35 years, Bonny, two daughters: Cindy (Jeff) and Joy (Ken) Fromm, Four Grandchildren: Amber, Tadd, Eric, & Brien, two sisters: Marie Peterson and Merdella Procai, sister-in-law Gerri Risnes and many nieces, nephews and friends. Memorial Service...

Charles Ferderer
Apr 11, 2003
Ferderer, Charles V.Loving Husband, Father, & GrandfatherAge 65, of Forest Lake went home to heaven April 11, surrounded by his family. Preceded in death by his first wife of 43 years, Janice. Will be missed by wife Mary-Kathryn ''Kate'' Horn, children Lynn (Duane) Habel, Renee (Steve) DeHaven, Daniel (Susan), Janice Watson, Christopher (Jennie) , 12 grandchildren, 2 brothers, Robert (Geri)...

Marjorie Frans
Apr 11, 2003
Frans, Marjorie L.Loving Mother, Grandmother, & Great GrandmotherBorn July 18, 1920. She went to be with the Lord on April 11, 2003.Her husband Earl V. Frans preceded her in death. Marjorie is survived by her 8 daughters, Linda Satterlee, Phoenix, AZ, Marilyn Psyck, Forest Lake, MN, Darlene Dubois, Stacy, MN, Diane Brandenburg, Van Buren, AR, Cheryl Johnson, Lake Forrest, CA,...

Walter Post
Apr 5, 2003
Post, Walter A.Loving Dad & Grandpa1909-2003age 93 on 4/5/03. Founding member of Columbus Senior Citizens Center. Preceded in death by wife Minnie, 2 brothers, and granddaughter Minna.Dearly missed by son Douglas (Arlie), daughter Dorcus (James) Speilbauer, Riverside, IA., 12 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and their families.Was married on March 19, 1939 in Henderson, KY where Minnie was...

Arthur Brooks
Apr 4, 2003
Brooks, Willard ''Bill''Beloved Husband,Dad, Grandpaof Wyoming on 4-4-2003. Member of V.F.W. Post #4210 of Forest Lake.He will be Lovingly missed by his wife Margaret of 68+ years,Daughter Beverly Devine,Grandchildren: Ken, David(DeAnn), and Lynn Devine.Great Grandchildren: Matthew, and Mason John.Other Family and Friends.Funeral Service Wednesday 4-9-03 (12 Noon) @ MATTSON FUNERAL HOME343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake. Interment Ft. Snelling National...

Waldo Holstad
Apr 3, 2003
Holstad, Waldo B.Beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, & Brotherage 77, of Forest Lake.Died suddenly on April 3, 2003. Preceded in death by parents Otto & Margaret, and brother Orin.Survived by wife of 55 years, LaVonne, 3 children, Linda (Rev. Lynn) Groe, Wayne (Julie) Holstad, & Joel (Jody) Holstad; 8 grandchildren, Karna, Brad, Jon, Joe, Amanda, Peter, Devon, & Bryce; 2 brothers,...

Marie Johnson
Apr 2, 2003
Marie G. Johnson, 82, Forest Lake, Died Wednesday, April 2, 2003. A Celebration of her life was held on April 5th at Mattson Funeral Home. She is survived by children, Susan (Reginald) Jechart, Grand Forks, N.D., Kenneth (Karon), Grand Rapids, MN., Cordelia Johnson, Forest Lake, 7 Grandchildren and 12 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd...

Mildred Bender
Mar 31, 2003
Bender, Mildred ''Milly'', age 75, of Forest Lake died peacefully in the Pillar;'s Hospice Home in Oakdale of Lung Cancer.Preceded in death by husband of 42 years, Lavon John, her parents, sister, Sylvia Froberg.Lovingly remembered by her daughter, Betty (Bill) Bender & grandson Michael (13), and son, Jack (Cherie) Bender & two granddaughters, Christie (16) and Raegan (13), one sister...

David Hansen
Mar 30, 2003
Hansen, David A.Vietnam Veteran1949-2003On March 30, 2003. Age 54Member of Amercan Legion Post #225 of Forest Lake.Preceded in death by parents Albert & Eileen Hansen. Survived by children Dr. Chad, Megan, and Brett Hansen, step mother Mary Ellen Hansen, great grandmother Forence Quinn, brothers, Ron, Doug (Bobbi), and Steven Hansen, sister, Barb (Mitch) Kaphing and Anita (Larry) MacDonald, many nieces,...

Marie Rivard
Mar 25, 2003
Rivard, MarieSeptember 3, 1918-March 25, 2003Passed away at Birchwood Health Care Center. Survived by son Paul (Dorothy), daughters, Rita (Larry) Erickson & Alice Rivard; four grandchildren, one great granddaughter; sister, Loretta Schwartzbauer; numerous nieces & nephews, friends, & staff at Birchwood Health Care Center. Memorial Service 1PM Tuesday at Birchwood Health Care Center, 604 1st Street NE, Forest Lake.Mattson Funeral...

Lylah Perry
Mar 20, 2003
Perry, Lylah GladysLoving Mother & Grandmother1/9/10-3/20/03Preceded in death by husband, Curtis W. Perry. Survived by daughters, Peg Thayer of North Branch and Susan (Gerald) Anderson, Princeton, MN; 15 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; and her extended family. Memorial Service 1PM Monday March 24th at Birchwood Health Care Center, 604 1st Street NE, Forest Lake.Mattson Funeral Home651-464-3556

Jana Rasmussen
Mar 19, 2003
Jana Sue Rasmussen of Wyoming, MN, died 3/19/03 at age 60. Survived by loving husband, Larry; 2 sons, Chris and Kevin Masters; step-children, Pam, Mike, Audra, and Allen; granchildren, Heather, Alisha, Kalina, Jessica, Tiffany, Joseph, Jordan, ChayLa, and Bo; brothers, Ron (Barbara), Gary (Judy), Lance (Amanda) Anderson; and sister, Patty Smith. She is also survived by her wonderful team of...

Timothy Sichler
Mar 19, 2003
Sichler, TimothyJuly 17, 1970 - March 18, 2003Loving Son, Brother, Uncle & Friendage 32, of Forest Lake died at his home. Preceded in death by sister Christine, nephew Jasper & grandparents Adolph, Eugene & Frank. Survived by mother Shirley Wright; father Doug Sichler; step-father James Wright; brother Doug (Mardi) Sichler; sister Jennifer (Brad) Erickson; step-sister Angela (Todd) Puckett; family friend...

Leona Triplett
Mar 18, 2003
Triplett, Leona J., August 26, 1912 - March 18, 2003. Preceded in death by her husband Lester, and her mother Julia Haas. Survived by her daughter Shirley (Bud) Rieck of Grants, NM, granddaughter Julie Junod, of Pocatello, ID grandson, Bradley (Anne) Rieck, of Phoenix, AZ, great-granddaughter Jennifer Junod and two step-great-granddaughters, Elyssa and Krista Metas.Visitation will be from 5 -...

Mary Costello
Mar 16, 2003
Costello, Mary A.Of St Croix Falls, WIAge 66Passed away peacefully at home surronded by family March 16, 2003. Preceded in death by husband John Ambrose. Survived by children: Mary Costello, Joseph (Leona) Costello, Susan (Alan) Shaleen, Kathleen (Michael) Krenz, Jeannine Costello, Michelle Costello, John (Dawn) Costello, Timothy (Jean) Costello, & Thomas Costello, grandchildren: Rosemary, Staci, Beth, Andrew, Nicholas, Michael, Cori,...

Michael Simmons
Mar 4, 2003
Simmons, Michael H.Casseyella, Tajiri ''T.C.''January 25, 1953-March 1, 2003.Michael loved children, animals, the elderly, and his Martial Arts. He has a troubled life, but now is at peace with the Lord. Many loved him. No services.Mattson Funeral Home651-464-3556

Helen Peterson
Mar 3, 2003
Peterson, Helen A., age 84, of Forest Lake. Died on March 3, 2003. Survived by son Harold Peterson. Funeral Service Wednesday March 5, 2003, 2PM at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake.Mattson Funeral Home651-464-3556

Jerone Lysford
Mar 3, 2003
Lysford, Jerome A. ''Jerry'', 64, of Forest Lake, formerly Lakeville. Died March 3, 2003. Preceded in death by his parents, Minnie & Otto, brother, Melvin, and 2 infant children. Lovingly remembered by his wife of 42 years, Pat, his 3 children, Mark, Scott (Patti), & Tracy (Mark) Templeton; 8 grandchildren, Sara, Jenny, Jake, Travis, Wilson, Jordyn, Megan, & Joshua; 1...

John O'Connor
Mar 1, 2003
O'Connor John E.of Forest LakeFormerly of White Bear Lakeage 76 on 3-1-2003. Survived by children;Mike (Geri), Tim (Marcie), Kathy (Dave), and Kevin (Marcia).9 GrandchildrenMass of Christian Burial Tuesday 3-4-2003 @ 10:30 AM @ ST. PETER'S CATHOLIC CHURCH 1250 South Shore Drive, Forest Lake.Private Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery.A Gathering of Family and Friends will be 1 hour b/4 mass at...
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