Obituaries

Apr 18, 2022

In Memoriam - Larry W. LaBathe

Anchor of Loved Ones. Beloved Husband, Dad, Son-in-Law, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, Cousin.

Age 73, of Chisago City, formerly of St. Paul. Passed unexpectedly on April 18, 2022 at the cabin near Brainerd. Preceded in death by son, Troy; mother, Jacqualyn and father, Willard. Survived by devoted wife,...

Apr 14, 2022

Audrey Ann Gemeiner, age 90, of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 14, 2022.  Audrey is preceded in death by her parents, George and Rena (nee Dupre) Landgraver; husband, Robert; daughters, Roberta Wittwer, Sandy Rice; son, Michael Gemeiner.  She is survived by her son, Robert Gemeiner; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; family and friends.

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Apr 9, 2022

John R. Guslander, age 93, of Scandia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2022.

John was born to John and Eunice Guslander on May 25, 1928, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  His family moved to Marine on St. Croix, Minnesota where he enjoyed working on the family farm. He was married to the love of his life, Lila,...

Apr 2, 2022

Gail Irene Eagan, passed from this life to the next on April 2, 2022, the day after her 71st birthday.  Gail was born April 1, 1951, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the daughter of Richard and Claudia Eagan.  She graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School where she met her sweetheart, William Johnson.  Following high school, she attended beauty school and...

Apr 1, 2022

Kari Winkelman, age 49, of North Branch, Minnesota, died Friday, April 1, 2022, following brief health complications.  Kari worked for many years as an early childhood teacher until her health prevented her from continuing her passion.  Kari loved children and cats.  She will be remembered as a kind person with a good heart.  She is preceded in death by...

Mar 31, 2022

On Thursday, March 31, 2022, Maxene Jane (nee Ross) Schwanke, loving mother of three, passed away at the age of 83.

Maxene was born on May 1, 1938, in Grand Rapids, Minnesota the first child of James and Lillian (nee Westlund) Ross.  Maxene attended business college in the cities and worked a variety of administrative positions for...

Mar 30, 2022

Thea M. Carpenter, long-time resident of Forest Lake, beloved mother, aunt, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2022 to the arms of Jesus, at the age of 107 years old at home with her daughter and her beloved cats at her side.  Blessed with a long life, she will be forever loved and missed by many.

Mar 28, 2022

LOVING WIFE, MOM, and GRANDMA

Adele F. Clemens, age 87 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully with family at her side, on Monday, March 28, 2022, after a short battle with brain cancer. She is preceded in death by parents, Arthur and Freda Rodke; sister-in-law, Ardell Rodke; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, James and Kathie Clemens. She is...

Mar 28, 2022

Richard Muller, age 80, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully on Monday, March 28, 2022.  He could be found in his garage whenever the opportunity allowed, working and tinkering on his hot rods.  He was an avid member of MSRA, Northern Lights and Spinners car clubs.  Richard could fix just about anything!  He is preceded in death by his...

Mar 26, 2022

Derec Joshua McKinney, age 32, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away on March 26, 2022.

Derec was a very caring person who had a big heart.  He was very artistic and loved to draw.

He is preceded in death by grandparents, Ruth Ellen McKinney, Fenton and Pauline VanWert.  Survived by mother, Shannon Mielke (John); father,...

Mar 25, 2022

Margery "Margie" M. Haidle, age 69, of East Bethel, formerly of Staples, Minnesota, transitioned into Heaven on March 25, 2022.

Margie loved nature. She could be found in her flower gardens or simply watching the birds.  Margie worked at Benson Optical for 10 years, then Riverway Records for 15 years in medical records, reception and central registration. ...

Mar 25, 2022

Douglas "Doug" Schliesing, age 86, of Forest Lake, MN, passed onto Jesus on March 25, 2022. Doug’s career was spent working in Store Management, planning new Crown Auto stores, and Griggs Contracting. He loved nature and the outdoors. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, bird watching, and spending time at the cabin. He enjoyed cars, and was a member of the Torquers Car...

Mar 23, 2022

Cleitus Charles Bracht, age 88, of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home on March 23, 2022, while surrounded by family.

Cleitus proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.  He was a hard-working mason for many years and was proud of his work while running his own business and being a union...

Mar 20, 2022

Helen Ann Domanico Companion, age 99, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away March 20, 2022 in Shoreview, Minnesota.  Helen was born February 15, 1923, in Osceola, Iowa the daughter of Herman and Nora Robins.  She is survived by her sons, Frank, Joe, Jon Domanico; daughters, Melody (Peter Steineck) Domanico, Joy Funaro; sister, Jeannie McNabb; grandchildren, Melissa Hauser, Paul Funaro;...

Mar 17, 2022

Roger N. Johnson, age 80, of Scandia, Minnesota, died peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022.  Roger was born, February 12, 1942, in Minneapolis, Minnesota the son of Norman and Margaret (nee Swanson) Johnson.  He graduated from the University of Minnesota with a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Management, which enabled him to achieve his dream career with the Minnesota DNR. ...

Mar 16, 2022

Roger Morris, age 82, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Wednesday, March 16, 2022.  Roger was born August 25, 1939, in Saint Paul, Minnesota the son of Harold and Betty (nee Asunto) Morris.  He graduated from White Bear Lake High School.  Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he proudly served his country for four years.  Following his...

Mar 13, 2022

Raymond Arthur Anderson, age 75, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully on MARCH 13, 2022.  He is preceded in death by parents; brother, Wallace; son, Timothy.  Survived by wife, Connie; children, Penny (Tom), Nancy (Dennis), Phil (Karina); 7 grandkids; siblings, Grace, Roger, Donald.

A celebration of his life will be held at 11 AM on Monday, March...

Mar 10, 2022

James E. Dunn Jr., age 73, of Forest Lake, passed away on March 10, 2022.

He is preceded in death by parents, James Dunn and Bertha Wegscheider, sister Lauri.  Survived by loving wife of 51 years, Ruth; children, Kimberly, Michael (Nicole); grandchildren, Dakota Kindle, Montana (Jesse) Goodroad, Dalton Kindle, Morgan Dunn, Colten Dunn; great grandchildren, Kendallynn, Kourtlynn...

Mar 9, 2022

Gary D. Lance, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend, age 80 of Blaine, MN passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on March 9, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Velma.  He is survived by wife, LaVesta; children, Dawn (Michael) Bromander, Gary “Skip”, David (Kari); grandchildren, Ryan Bromander, Scott (Rachael) Bromander,...

Mar 8, 2022

Robert William Lang “Bob” “Joe Buck” , age 72, of Forest Lake, MN, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on March 8, 2022.

Bob proudly served his country while in the United States Air Force.  He was a long time Deputy Sheriff in Duluth and in Hennepin County. Bob enjoyed spending time with his family whether...