Obituaries
Dale Reed
Feb 27, 2017
Dale Reed, age 88 of Finlayson, Minnesota passed away on February 27, 2017. Preceded in death by his sisters, Peggy Rylander & Joan Mackey. Survived by wife, Marian of 65 years and their children: Doug, Barbara Reed, Scott (Sue), Kurt (Jean); 3 grandsons; 4 siblings: Glen "Bud", Rosemary Masloski, Dorothy West and Bruce. Memorial Service 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 4,...
Marceen Kopp
Feb 27, 2017
Marceen Marie Kopp, age 52, of Columbus, passed away at home on February 27, 2017, after a brave battle with ovarian cancer. Marcee enjoyed spending weekends at the cabin and camping, and had an overall love of nature. She also liked crossword puzzles, sudoku, and reading, but most of all, Marcee loved spending time with her family and friends. She...
Elaine Jemelka
Feb 25, 2017
Elaine Jemelka (nee Rydeen), age 98, of Marine on St. Croix, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 25, 2017. Elaine was united in marriage on January 27, 1944 to Frank Jemelka at Elim Lutheran Church where she was a lifelong member and dedicated Sunday School teacher. She was extremely proud and very involved in her children's lives and those of...
Richard Walker
Feb 25, 2017
Richard Lee Walker September 11, 1933-February 25, 2017 Passed away peacefully while surrounded by his famiy. Richard worked as a security guard at the Science Museum of Minnesota and American Security for many years. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Donna; infant son, Ricky Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Marian; daughters,...
Katherine Upchurch
Feb 20, 2017
Katherine Upchurch, age 78, of Wyoming, died peacefully on February 20, 2017, surrounded by family. Preceded in death by her parents, John and Clara Premo; son, John Goodale; brother, Donald Premo; and sister, Lois Sparks. She is survived by her sons, Marty (Michele) Goodale, Jeffrey (Audrey) Goodale; grandchildren, John Richard, Crystal, Danielle, Erin, Jamen, Heather, Matthew; siblings, John Premo, Mary...
Geraldine Sobania
Feb 19, 2017
Gerry M. Sobania, age 79 of North Branch, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Tony; and daughter, Donna. She is survived by daughters, Mary (Dale Olson), Jani Mell (Mark Krinke), Debbie (Roger) Parks, Karen (Steve) Keocher; and grandchildren, Derek Parks, Alex Parks, Chelsey Mell, Zachary Mell, Brieanna Keocher. A private...
Richard Daschel
Feb 19, 2017
Richard Daschel, age 72, of Forest Lake, died peacefully on February 19, 2017, surrounded by his family. Rick was a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War and 31 year employee of Northwest Airlines. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Clarabel; and niece, Stephanie. Survived by his wife, Nancy; daughter, Becky (Brandon) King; grandchildren, Easton and...
Carroll Anderson, Sr
Feb 18, 2017
Carroll P. "Andy" Anderson, Sr., Longtime Forest Lake Business Owner, age 84, died peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2017. Carroll was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. He started Anderson Masonry in 1965 and continued until his retirement in 2008. Carroll donated much of his time and talent to The Church of St. Peter, donating to the Fall...
Arlene Andert
Feb 17, 2017
Arlene Andert,(nee Farone), age 88, of Scandia, Minnesota, formerly of St. Paul, Minnesota passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on February 17, 2017. Arlene Andert loved words. She was a virtually unbeatable Scrabble player, did at least one crossword puzzle a day, and went through every book at the Red Wing Library. (Credit her career at West...

Mary Engelbrecht
Feb 16, 2017
Mary C. Engelbrecht, age 80 of Forest Lake, formerly of Oakdale, Minnesota, died on February 16, 2017. She is preceded in death by her husband, James and three sisters. She is survived by daughter, Lynn; granddaughter, Alicia; (Josh) Junker; two grandsons and other extended family. Private Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery Funeral Home: Mattson Funeral Home 343 North Shore...
Wanda Chwialkowski
Feb 16, 2017
Wanda Chwialkowski, age 58 of Lino Lakes, Minnesota, passed away on February 16, 2017, after a long battle with cancer. She was united in marriage at St. Stephen's Church in Stephen, MN, to her husband of 20 years, Phil Chwialkowski. She is preceded in death by her parents. Survived by her husband, Phil; sisters, Sharon West, Rosemarie Hordeski, Alison Charriere;...
Wiley Smith
Feb 15, 2017
Wiley K. Smith, age 80, of Lino Lakes, died on February 15, 2017 after a brief battle. Wiley had served in the U.S. Air Force and was a Research Scientist for 3M, prior to retiring. He was a model train enthusiast and enjoyed cars, motorcycles, and flying. Wiley also liked antiquing, garage sales, and birds of all kinds. Preceded in...
Dorothy Connor
Feb 15, 2017
Dorothy A. Connor Age 72 of Eden Prairie, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family and her loving husband David, on February 15, 2017. Born to Daniel and Frieda Kloos, at home in Grant County, MN. She attended Herman High School and graduated in 1962. She is preceded in death by parents; brother, Larry Kloos, Vernie Kloos, and Donny Kloos....
Nancy Schak
Feb 14, 2017
Nancy Ellen Schak, age 74, of Forest Lake, passed away unexpectedly on February 14th, 2017 in Mesa, Arizona. She was born on March 21, 1942 to Art and Dorothy (Barton) Grindland in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; and loving husband David J. Schak. She is survived by her children, Larry (Denise), Christine (Ed), Ken...
June Koester
Feb 14, 2017
June G. Koester, age 92, longtime resident of Forest Lake, MN, Entered her eternal home on February 14, 2017. Preceded in death by husband, George "Sonny" Koester; parents, Amil and Blanche Baker; sister, Bonnie Johnson; and brother, Kenneth Baker. Survived by loving children, Michael (Colleen) Koester, Becky Jo Best, Kim Koester, Heidi (Anthony) Bennett; 8 Grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sister...
LaJean Anderson
Feb 14, 2017
La Jean Marie Anderson (Arme) died suddenly at 02:50 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, from complications of pancreatitis. Jean was a fiery woman with a love for horses and a passion for adventure. She was an avid fisher who loved to sit by the water for hours and she enjoyed watching all types of movies with her family. It was...
Darrel Pearson
Feb 12, 2017
Darrel Neal Pearson, age 85, of Cedar, passed away peacefully on February 12, 2017. After honorably serving in the U.S. Army, Darrel attended Dunwoody Institute and had a 40 year career as an electrician. He loved Jesus, fishing, hunting, and his family. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Helen Marie; parents, Al and Blanche Pearson. Survived...
Cora Boehm
Feb 12, 2017
Boehm, Cora I. Age 95, born in Portland, Oregon, passed away on Sunday, February 12, 2017. She is preceded in death by her parents, Josephine and Josiah Batson; stepfather, Jacob Goebel; former husband, Maurice; son, Robert; sister, Margaret DuCharme. She is survived children, Gregory, Patricia Tietz, Linda (Harry) Haluptzok, Kathleen (Steven) LeVesseur, Mary (Mark) Pogreba, Berta; 8 grandchildren; 13 great...

Lavonne Alford
Feb 9, 2017
Lavonne Matilda Alford, age 87, of Chisago City, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2017. She was born on November 5, 1929 to John and Matilda (Valrath) Steffens in Fairmount, North Dakota. Preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Daniel. She is survived by her sons, Steve, Mark, John (Denyce); 6 grandchildren; sister, Helen Fundom; brothers, Jerome (Katherine) Steffens,...
Thomas Reed
Feb 7, 2017
Thomas P. Reed Age 62, of Linwood Lake, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ken and Iva; son, Matthew; and nephew, Timmy. He is survived by wife, Sharen; son, Jason; daughter, Sarah; grandchildren, Jordan, Meghan, Emma, Branden; stepfather, Dick; sister, Roxy; twin sister, Patty; brothers, John, and Dickie; and the garage...
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