Obituaries

Sep 13, 2022

Leslie “Les” Oliver Gemmill Jr., age 78, of Columbus, MN changed his address to Heaven on September 13, 2022.

Despite a lengthy battle with his health, Les continued to shine his light and face each challenge with an amazing wit, sense of humor and love for his family.

Les and Aggie were proud business owners...

Sep 11, 2022

Betty Jane Nelson (nee Weir), age 91, formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Sunday, September 11, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Evelyn (Abell) Weir; husband, LeRoy William Nelson; son, William Roy Nelson; nine siblings.  She is survived by her children, Barb (Michael) Talley, Bruce Nelson, Brian (LeeAnn) Nelson, David (Vickey) Nelson; 12 grandchildren;...

Sep 10, 2022

Harold Junior Hills, age 89, of Columbus, Minnesota died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, September 10, 2022.  Harold Junior was born to Harold & Luella (Grace) Hills.  He was born, raised and went to school in the Spooner/Shell Lake area.  Harold then joined the U.S Navy. In the four years that Harold was enlisted, he traveled and saw...

Sep 10, 2022

Beckie Bryant-Gordon of Linwood Township Minnesota, passed away on September 10, 2022.

You could always find Beckie in the kitchen. She loved cooking, food was her love language! Beyond food, Beckie loved her children, rocks, gardening, and feeding the wildlife she cultivated in her yard. Beckie grew up on a family farm in Taylors Falls, Minnesota, graduated...

Sep 9, 2022

Jonathon R. Rudquist, age 39, of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota died unexpectedly on Friday, September 9, 2022.  Jon was born February 27, 1983 in Fergus Falls, Minnesota the son of Daniel Timm and Kathy Rudquist.  He graduated from Cambridge High School, Class of 2001.  Following graduation, he attended Brown College where he studied computer technology.  Jon worked at Direct Resources...

Sep 7, 2022

Early morning on September 7, 2022, the Good Shepherd called Anita Crumb home at age 83.  She is survived by her husband, Richard Crumb; daughter, Helen (Dick) Crumb; grandson, David (Allison Bock) Schell; sisters, Carol Dupre, Marie (Donald) Peterson, Doris McClaine, and Donna Schlavin; brother, Paul (Joanne) Houle, as well as Rich’s children, Tovah (Lora Eckert) Rainsong, Kimberley John...

Sep 7, 2022

Barbara “Barb” A. Gajeski, age 81, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died Wednesday, September 7, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her husband, Rudy; parents, Michael and Johanna Jerina; son, James; and daughter, Renee. She will be deeply missed by her children, Jess (Tana), Kim (Shawn) Gillette, Tom (Jen); daughter-in-law, Becky; son-in-law, Kris Miller; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Pat Jerina; other family and friends.

Sep 5, 2022

Arlene A. Frederick (nee Jarski), age 87, of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, died peacefully on Monday, September 5, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Edna (nee Lueck) Jarski; grandson, Eric Frederick; siblings, Betty McIlwain, James Jarski.  She will be deeply missed by her husband of 67 years, Alvin; sons, Randy (Beth), Rick (Cheryl); grandchildren, Amy...

Sep 4, 2022

Shirley Lea Gillespie passed away peacefully on September 4th 2022, at her home in Linwood Township, with her family by her side.  Quite ironic, because her life was anything but peaceful and having family around her wasn’t always a comfort. But she could count on her children to be there for her, because to them, she was the finest...

Sep 3, 2022

Gerald M. Sigstad, age 77, of Ham Lake, Minnesota, died Saturday, September 3, 2022.  Jerry was born January 4, 1945 in Mora, Minnesota the son of Marvin and Madeline Sigstad.  The family moved to the cities where Jerry played basketball and baseball while attending Alexander Ramsey High School.

Jerry worked very hard throughout his life in masonry...

Sep 3, 2022

Roger Arnold Gierke, age 80, wrote the final chapter of his story on September 3, 2022, surrounded by love.

Despite a lengthy battle with his health, Roger continued to shine his light and face each challenge with an amazing wit, sense of humor and love for his family.

Roger is survived by his loving wife,...

Sep 3, 2022

Patrick John "Duff" Duffy, 43, of Hopkins passed away peacefully in his home on September 3, 2022.

Duff was born November 6, 1978, to Deborah (Trautt) Duffy and Michael Duffy in Duluth, Minnesota. He attended Cathedral School, East Junior High and Superior Senior High School.

Duff was known for his big heart, his fierce loyalty...

Sep 2, 2022

Larry L. Carpenter, 71, passed away on September 2, 2022, following two heart attacks.  Larry graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1968 and soon afterward began his career with the telephone company.  He transferred to Denver, CO in 1981, and retired from the phone company in 1999.  He was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast.  He is preceded in...

Sep 2, 2022

Martin H. Hinrichs, age 49, of Wyoming, Minnesota died unexpectedly on Friday, September 2, 2022.  Martin was a talented musician who enjoyed teaching many guitar students over the past 20 years.  He is preceded in death by his father, Harold.  He will be deeply missed by his mother, Therese; siblings, Greg (Stephanie), Anne Hinrichs, Matthias (Caroline), Barbara (Michael) Thomas,...

Aug 31, 2022

Barbara Kreuscher, age 71, of Saint Paul, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 31, 2022.  Barbara was a long-time employee at Agape School in Saint Paul and the Minnesota Department of Revenue.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Howard Kreuscher and Gladys (Carlson) Weeks; siblings, Diann Hofker, Vicki Larson, Dan Weeks, David Weeks.  She is survived by...

Aug 23, 2022

Deloris M. Eckert, age 90, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 23, 2022.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Myrtle (nee Hultman) Nelson; husband, Harry; granddaughter, Rachel Eckert;  siblings, Donald Nelson, Jerome Nelson, Patricia Nelson Loomer McClintick.  She will be deeply missed by her children, Tim Eckert,...

Aug 22, 2022

Orrin S. Nordby, age 72 of Forest Lake, Minnesota; formerly of Blair, Wisconsin, died Monday, August 22, 2022.  Orrin was born August 4, 1950, in Minneapolis, Minnesota the son of George and Sylvia (nee Knutson) Nordby.  He graduated from Minneapolis Central High School, Class of 1968.  Following graduation, Orrin along with a couple of friends took a road trip...

Aug 22, 2022

Emil “Buster” F. Baufield, age 91, of Centerville, MN, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by family on August 22, 2022.

Emil was born in Elk River and grew up there.  He attended NDSU and continued to go on and get his master’s in physical education.  Emil spent many years teaching and coached for over 50...

Aug 21, 2022

Frederick A. Fielder Jr., age 95, of North Branch, formerly of Golden Valley, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2022.  He is preceded in death by his parents, Frederick and Maude; wife, Joan; brother, Ronald; sister, Edith McKenzie.  He is survived by his children, Debra (Norman) Matheson, Wendy (Douglas) Pionk, James (Sandra) Fielder; grandchildren, Amber Matheson, Shannon (Ben Jensen)...

Aug 17, 2022

Beloved daughter, wife, sister, mother and grandmother

Teri Jo Teigland, 60, of Linwood, unexpectedly passed away at her home on August 17, 2022.

She is preceded in death by her father, Richard; sister, Carla, and buddy, Radar (the family dog).  She leaves behind her amazing mother, Sandee Teigland; loving mother in law, Elaine Murry; brother, Randy...