Obituaries
Barbara Jean Johansen
Sep 19, 2025
Barbara Jean Johansen
Age 84, of Scandia, Minnesota, passed peacefully on September 19, 2025, surrounded by family. She leaves behind her husband of 65 years Dale, her children Cary, Laura, and Jodi; her siblings: twin brother Barry, Ted, Jim, Shirley (Shirley’s twin sister Sharon who has passed), David, and Patty; 6 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Barbara was a local artist known for...
LaMonte L. Rauch
Sep 17, 2025
LaMonte Leo Rauch, age 83, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on February 17, 1942, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, LaMonte was the beloved son of Reinard and Angela Rauch. He grew up in a lively home alongside his three sisters—Patricia Horton, Ginger Barlow, and Jane Bau—who fondly remember his curiosity,...
Stephanie Kay Salzman
Sep 17, 2025
Stephanie Kay Salzman
April 30, 1948 – September 17, 2025
Stephanie Kay Salzman, 77, of Wyoming, MN, passed away on September 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on April 30, 1948, in Cherokee, Iowa, to Kenneth and Lavonne White, Stephanie lived a life full of joy, curiosity, and deep devotion to her loved ones. She was the cherished wife of LeRoy...
Margaret R. Stepka
Sep 17, 2025
Margaret “Marge” Rose Stepka, 81, of Marine on St. Croix passed away on September 17, 2025. Born on September 12, 1944, in Melrose, Minnesota, Marge was the oldest of eight children, raised on a dairy farm in Meire Grove, Minnesota. Marge spent the first two decades of her life helping take care of her siblings, learning the fine arts of...
Elizabeth D. Maser
Sep 12, 2025
Elizabeth Diane Maser, known to many as Liz, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died peacefully and joined the Lord on September 12, 2025 at 86 years old.
Liz was a woman of unwavering faith who devoted her life to God, her family and church community. She and her late husband of 61 years, Robert L. Maser (d. 2020), raised six daughters, Jean...
Marlene Kotoski
Sep 11, 2025
Marlene Kotoski passed away on 9/11/2025 at the age of 75.
She was a lifelong resident of St. Paul. She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Ada Kotoski. She is survived by her brother, David Kotoski; sister, Carol (Kent) Strege, nephews and a niece.
In lieu of a service, the family will have a private gathering. The family asks...
Wayne W. Jastremski
Sep 7, 2025
Wayne Walter Jastremski passed away surrounded by family on September 7, 2025 after a long battle with cancer. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Charlotte Goluska and Florian Jastremski; and his brother, Bruce Jastremski. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary Jastremski; children, Katie (Laurel) Bishop, Tom Bishop, and Connie Hardy; and his grandchildren, August, Charlie, and...
Will J. Paumen
Sep 7, 2025
Will J. Paumen, age 79, of Linwood Township, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Mabel (Cardinal) Paumen; two brothers; and two sisters.
Will is lovingly remembered and deeply missed by his devoted wife, Paulette; his children, Ronald Paumen, Jerrod Paumen, Jodie (Micah) Snow, and...
Joan Kathryn Arndt
Sep 6, 2025
Joan Arndt
Age 81, of Hugo, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 2, 1943, in Hutchinson, Minnesota, to Glen and Adelia Engeretson.
Joan graduated from Mankato State University with a degree in education and went on to work as an elementary school teacher, where she touched the lives of many young...
David T. Meyer
Sep 6, 2025
David T. Meyer, age 76, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025, following a recent diagnosis of lung cancer.
David was born on October 3, 1948, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Omer and Hope (Connor) Meyer. He grew up in Princeton, where he met the love of his life, Linda Shafer. A proud graduate of the...
Ronnie Leon Lussier
Sep 5, 2025
Ronnie Leon Lussier, age 80, of Hugo, MN passed away on 9/5/2025 at his home with the love of his life, Linda, by his side after a long and courageous battle with illness. Ronnie was the best spouse, and I am so proud and blessed to have been his wife.
Ronnie had a wonderful sense of humor, a twinkle in his...
Patricia A. Parker
Sep 2, 2025
Patricia A. Parker, age 82, of Forest Lake, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 2, 2025. A woman of deep faith, unwavering compassion, and generous spirit, Pat will be remembered for the love she gave freely, the joy she brought to others, and the strength with which she lived her life.
Patricia was born on December 9, 1942, in New...
Jean A. Javor
Sep 1, 2025
Jean Ann Javor (née Chapman) January 11, 1940 – September 1, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Jean Ann Javor. She was a gentle soul whose kindness touched the lives of everyone she met. Jean passed away peacefully in Wyoming, Minnesota, surrounded by love.
Jean was born in Hibbing, Minnesota, and grew up in...
Judy Nelsen
Aug 29, 2025
Judy Nelsen, age 75, of Forest Lake, died while at home on August 29, 2025.
Judy was born on January 18, 1950, in Wadena, Minnesota, to Edward and Delores Lam. During her childhood, she lived in St. Paul before her family eventually settled in Lindstrom. She graduated from Lindstrom High School in 1968 and, in 1970, married the love of her...
Larry D. Sparks
Aug 28, 2025
Larry D. Sparks passed away peacefully on August 28, 2025.
Larry lived a full and active life, sharing his passions with family, friends, and community. He was a longtime and dedicated member of the GRRC and enjoyed coaching for the North Branch High School Trap Shooting League, where he encouraged and mentored many young shooters. A true enthusiast of classic cars,...
Karen Lee Ohl
Aug 26, 2025
Karen Lee Ohl, age 66, of Wyoming, MN, died at home, Tuesday, August 26, 2025, after fighting a courageous battle with lung cancer.
Karen was born April 4, 1959 at Midway Hospital, St. Paul, MN, the daughter of Robert and Beverly (Gorka) Kittel. After graduating high school, she graduated from Century College with an AA in Certified Medical Assistant. She worked...
Ray M. Lee
Aug 24, 2025
Ray Michael Lee, age 84, longtime resident of Woodbury, Minnesota, died on Sunday, August 24, 2025, at his home in Mora, Minnesota. He was born on August 15, 1941 to Milo and Anne Lee. Ray served in the United States Army and, following his honorable discharge, worked as an electrician for IBEW 110 until his retirement. He enjoyed time outdoors,...
Steven P. Schuetze
Aug 24, 2025
With full hearts and fond memories, we celebrate the life of Steven Paul Schuetze, who passed away at home in Lindstrom, Minnesota, on August 24, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 79 years young.
Born in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, Steve was the youngest of six children to George and Lola Mae (Henderson) Schuetze. He grew up in...
Norman "Rocky" Rogstad
Aug 20, 2025
Norman “Rocky” Rogstad, age 96m of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on August 20, 2025. “Rocky” was born July 20, 1929, to Edward and Nora Rogstad in St. Paul, Minnesota.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Darlene “Yogi”; parents; and brother, Einar. He is survived by son, Dean (Kelly); granddaughters, Amanda (Brandon), Samantha; great-granddaughters, Audriana,...
Joseph Goetz
Aug 17, 2025
Joseph “Joe” Goetz, age 84, died while surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Joe was born on December 2, 1940 in Strasburg, ND, the son of Siegfried and Regina (Reinbold) Goetz. He grew up in Strasburg and graduated with the Class of 1958. Following high school, he attended college in Ellendale, ND on a football scholarship to...
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