Obituaries

Hunter Redden

Hunter Redden

Dec 7, 2017

Hunter James Redden, age 19, of Forest Lake, finally found peace when he left us to enter God's Kingdom on December 7, 2017. Preceded in death by grandfather, James Redden. He will be deeply missed by his mother, Tammi Colonna (Chris); father, Ron Redden; sister, Sydney Colonna (Steve); grandparents; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A Celebration of Hunter's...

Martha Krause

Martha Krause

Dec 6, 2017

Martha L. Krause, age 80, of Hugo, Minnesota, died peacefully while surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, December 06, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents, Luther Williams and Nettie Holloway Williams; grandson, Joshua Krause; siblings, Gene Williams, Frank Williams, Libby Meadows, Helen Adams. She will be deeply missed by her devoted husband of 57 years, Walter;...

Steven Lundgren

Steven Lundgren

Nov 30, 2017

Steve "Chef Stevo" Lundgren, age 55 of Chisago City, Minnesota passed away tragically on November 30th due to a fire at his home. Steve was a longtime chef at Dayton's Iron Horse Restaurant in St. Paul, Lundgren's Gourmet Catering that Steve and his father formed together, American Legion Post 225 in Forest Lake and Waverly Gardens in North Oaks. He...

Helen Dahl

Helen Dahl

Nov 29, 2017

Helen T. Dahl, "Grandma D.", of Stacy, Minnesota, was called home on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 in her 95th year. She was loved by all who called her Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Friend. Grandma D touched the lives of many in her service to others through her church and community. She loved to have fun, play cards, cook, watch the...

Chester Livgard

Chester Livgard

Nov 28, 2017

Chester Livgard, age 99, of East Bethel, Minnesota passed away peacefully on November 28, 2017 at his home. Chester proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, in the 96th Infantry Division Deadeye during WWII. He owned and operated farms for many years while also working with the International Union of Operating Engineers Local # 49. He is preceded in...

Nancy Savage

Nancy Savage

Nov 22, 2017

Nancy G. (Staack) Savage, age 58 of Wyoming, Minnesota, died following a courageous battle with cancer on November 22, 2017. She is preceded in death by her husband, William; parents, Arnold and Bernice (Witzke) Staack; father-in-law, Charles Savage; brother, Dennis; nephew, Paul. She will be deeply missed by her beloved daughter, Emma Rose; fiancAC., Mark Neumann; siblings, Mike (Sheryl), Tim...

Randall Eggers

Randall Eggers

Nov 22, 2017

Randall Keith "Randy" Eggers, age 60 of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Irvin and Georgia. He is survived by the love of his life, Marlys; children, Sheana Durnil, Heather (Eric) Moffit, Randy (Hannah) Eggers, Jr., Tina (Derek) Kabage, Lisa Carlson; grandchildren, Hayden, Daryan, Madyson, Payten, Thomas, Jacob,...

Dennis Peters

Dennis Peters

Nov 19, 2017

Dennis "Pete" Peters, age 66, of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on November 19, 2017. Pete worked for 44 years in the propane industry. Above all, he loved spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. Preceded in death by father, Ward. Survived by his beloved wife, Kathy; children, Jamie (Angela), Jason (Lisa), Jody...

Michael Wilde

Michael Wilde

Nov 19, 2017

Michael P. Wilde passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 19, 2017, at the age of 52 after a valiant battle with gastric cancer. He will be remembered for his passion for music, fishing, woodworking, and electronics, but his love of family and friends was his biggest attribute. He loved without limits and was always the one to initiate...

Zachary Crouse

Zachary Crouse

Nov 18, 2017

Zachary J. Crouse, age 21 of Chisago City, Minnesota passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 18, 2017. He is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Marilyn and Lawrence P. Crouse Jr.; great-grandmas Lillian Barnier and Luella Gallagher; cousins, Trevor Hoheisel, Kellie Taylor, Kaatia Crouse. He will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved him including his parents,...

Michael Peltier

Michael Peltier

Nov 18, 2017

Michael W. Peltier, age 57 of Wyoming, Minnesota, "Gone Fishing", Saturday, November 18, 2017. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered as a loving and generous man who gave his time and talents to everyone in need. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Beatrice and Alfred Ogez, Ida and Ray Peltier. He is survived by his daughters,...

George Duffy

George Duffy

Nov 11, 2017

George F. Duffy, age 93, of Scandia, born in Chicago, IL. Died on Friday, November 10, 2017. He is preceded in death by parents, William and Christina Duffy; and siblings. He is survived by loving wife, Marilyn; aunt, Ginny; many nieces, nephews and other extended family and friends. A celebration of life will be held in the spring. Events Memorial...

Audrey Newman

Audrey Newman

Nov 11, 2017

Audrey Newman, age 85 of Forest Lake, formerly of Mahtomedi, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2017. In her youth, Audrey had won numerous awards in both ballroom dancing and competitive roller skating. Preceded in death by husband, Donald; great granddaughter, Angel. Survived by children, Linda (Jesse) Kennedy, Mickie (Chris ) Eurich, Keith (Kate), Chuck; 10 grandchildren; and 9 great...

Donald Peterson

Donald Peterson

Nov 7, 2017

Donald Peterson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 07, 2017, at the age of 88. Preceded in death by wife, Barbara. Donald and Barbara were married 64 years. Last year Donald was able to join eight other fellow classmates in Braham, MN for his 70th class reunion. Donald is remembered by his sons Craig, Michael, David and his daughter-in-law Jan...

June Shalander

June Shalander

Oct 31, 2017

Shalander, June Y. (Shaleen) Age 89 Formerly of Scandia Passed away peacefully, with family by her side on Oct. 31, 2017. June had worked numerous jobs throughout her years. Preceded in death by infant daughter, Yvonne; brothers, Ray, Glen; sister, Margie; and twin sister, Jeanette. Survived by her beloved husband of 70 years, Reuben; children, Wayne (Debra), Roxanne (Dick) Couch,...

James Ralidak

James Ralidak

Oct 30, 2017

James Paul Ralidak was born in Duluth on April 15, 1944 to Peter and Margaret Ralidak. He grew up in Meadowlands with his three sisters Carol, Mary, and Barbara, and his brother Dan. James graduated from Toivola Meadowlands High School in 1962. James moved to the Twin Cities to start his career in the packaging industry. He resided in Wyoming,...

William Wrolstad

William Wrolstad

Oct 30, 2017

William Alfred Wrolstad passed away on October 30, 2017.

James Jackson

James Jackson

Oct 25, 2017

James "Jim" Jackson, age 84, of Scandia, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 25, 2017. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army and was a longtime employee of Andersen Windows. He is preceded in death by parents, Arnold and Mildred; brothers, Thomas and Devon. He is survived by loving wife, Janet; children, Patti Jo (Matt) Hankes, Thomas (Michele)...

Dorothy Frenning

Dorothy Frenning

Oct 23, 2017

Dorothy "Dottie" Lee Frenning, age 79, formerly of Stacy, Minnesota, died Monday, October 23, 2017. Growing up ice skating in St. Paul's Hazel Park neighborhood, and taking the bus with friends to the Coliseum Roller Rink, Dorothy Lee graduated from Harding High School in 1956. She was Dynamite on Wheels and roller skated for most of her life. Known as...

Cindy Gross

Cindy Gross

Oct 19, 2017

Cynthia "Cindy" Ann Gross, age 64, of Linwood, Minnesota, formerly of Inver Grove Heights, died Thursday, October 19, 2017. Cindy was an employee of Cub Foods in Forest Lake. Cindy is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Cleotha Gross. She is survived by loving partner Joseph Lambert, sisters Colleen Fallon, Chris (Doug) Bickel, niece and nephews; Jason, Stephanie...