Obituaries

Rev. Edward Wheatley

Rev. Edward Wheatley

May 6, 2016

Rev. Edward "Pastor Ed" Wheatley, age 64, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died while surrounded by his loving family on Friday, May 6, 2016. Pastor Ed was a dedicated Lutheran minister; beginning his career at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, Oakdale, Minnesota and later accepting the call to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wyoming, Minnesota. He faithfully led the congregation of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran...

Catherine Peck

Catherine Peck

May 1, 2016

Catherine "Kay" Peck Beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Resident of Cherrywood Pointe, Forest Lake. Former Resident of Summerhouse of Shoreview. Born on August 17, 1923, Katie died on May 1, 2016, surrounded by family and caregivers at the age of 92. Preceded in death by husband, Michael; and two brothers. She is survived by her children, Bonnie (Bob) Wurscher,...

Barbara Peterson

Barbara Peterson

Apr 27, 2016

Barbara E. Peterson, of Mpls, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at the age of 86. Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Donald of 64 years. They were married in Barbara's home town of Gonvick, MN, on April 11, 1951. Barbara is lovingly remembered by her sons, Craig, Michael, David and her daughter-in-law,...

Howard Hartzi

Howard Hartzi

Apr 25, 2016

Howard John Hartzi World War II P.O.W. Age 98, of Chisago City, died on April 25, 2016. Howard was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, serving in Europe. He was captured in North Africa and held Prisoner of War for 2 years and 2 months. Howard was a Lifetime Member of VFW Post #4210 and American Legion Post...

Jeanette Sausen

Jeanette Sausen

Apr 24, 2016

Jeanette Sausen, Extraordinary Wife, Mother and Grandmother, age 87, Formerly of Scandia, passed away on April 24, 2016. Jeanette was born just south of Scandia on August 7, 1928 the youngest child of Reuben and Ida Nelson. She attended Goose Lake School and graduated from Forest Lake High School in 1946. She met her husband, Earl, on a blind date...

Gene Cagle

Gene Cagle

Apr 23, 2016

Gene "Geno" Cagle age 57 of St. Paul, Minnesota died unexpectedly on April 23, 2016. He is preceded in death by parents, Walter and Shirley Cagle; brother, Johnny. Survived by partner, Anne Caron; children, Shannon Sanders and Ken Cagle; 2 step-children, Kia Shields, Jenny Ose; several grandchildren; brothers, Gary (Carolyn) and Gregg (Kim). Celebration of his life will take place...

Janice Hoven

Janice Hoven

Apr 23, 2016

Janice M. Van Hoven, age 69 of Scandia, died Saturday, April 23 2016. Janice was an avid collector of Fiestaware. She will be remembered for her holiday meals and cookie trays. She is preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Maren (Abraham) Wemyss; brother, Robert. She will be deeply missed by her devoted husband, Jim; beloved children, Jill (Matthew)...

Michael Hjulberg

Michael Hjulberg

Apr 22, 2016

Michael L. Hjulberg, age 70, of Wyoming, Minnesota, died Friday, April 22, 2016 at Birchwood Health Care Center, Forest Lake, Minnesota. Michael was born, June 13, 1945 the son of William and Hilma (Stonelake) Hjulberg. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Marvin, Milton, Marcella. He will be deeply missed by his brother, Melvin; nieces, Carol Hjulberg (Eric)...

John Broos Jr

John Broos Jr

Apr 22, 2016

John R. Broos Jr. "Lollipop Man", age 72 of Forest Lake, Minnesota. John was born, May 31, 1943 in Saint Paul, Minnesota passed away on Friday, April 22, 2016. John was a member of American Legion Post 225 of Forest Lake. He served as Third Degree Grand Knight of the Blaine/Coon Rapids and Forest Lake Knights of Columbus. He was...

Edward Erickson

Edward Erickson

Apr 20, 2016

Edward L. "Flaming Eddie" Erickson, age 78, life-long resident of Scandia, Minnesota, died peacefully on Wednesday, April 20, 2016. Eddie was an active member of the Almelund Threshing Co. and the Scandia/Marine Antique Car Club for many years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Lawren and Rosemary Erickson; wife, Elizabeth; niece, Barbara Erickson. He will be deeply missed...

DuAyne Didling

DuAyne Didling

Apr 16, 2016

DuAyne "Big D" Didling Age 72 of Columbus, MN, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2016. He is preceded in death by his parents. DuAyne is survived by his wife of 55 years, Marilyn; daughter, Suzy (Pat) Fitzgerald; son, DuAyne (Kathy); 5 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren and sister, Tonita (Randy) Lloyd. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday,...

Gary Zeug

Gary Zeug

Apr 15, 2016

Gary Francis Zeug, age 65, of Stacy, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Beth; daughters, Nicole (Jeremy) Cleveland, Nadine (Mike) Selbitschka; grandchildren, Zachary, Grace, Aiden, Ethan; parents, Francis & Darlene Zeug; 2 sisters; and 1 brother. A Celebration of Gary's Life will be held 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, April 20, 2016...

Jeanne Przybilla

Jeanne Przybilla

Apr 9, 2016

Jeanne "Jean" Przybilla, age 74 of Chisago City, formerly North St. Paul passed away peacefully on April 9, 2016 surrounded by her girls. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, David. Survived by loving husband, Jim of 50 years and their daughter, Debra (Paul) Hanson and their children: Nichole, Brandon (Danielle), Nicole, Cameron; daughter, Carol (Dave) Conroy...

Darlene Anderson

Darlene Anderson

Apr 9, 2016

Darlene J. Anderson, age 73, died Saturday, April 09, 2016 at Birchwood Health Care Center, Forest Lake, Minnesota. Darlene is preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Jerome Sagen and Norman Anderson. She is survived by her daughter, Theresa Pagel; grandchildren, Joshua, Louie, Christeena; great-grandchildren; sister, Jan Palmer; other family and friends. Graveside Services will be held at Withrow Cemetery,...

Shirley LeTourneau

Shirley LeTourneau

Apr 8, 2016

Shirley Janice LeTourneau, age 81 of Forest Lake, Minnesota, died suddenly March 8th 2016. Shirley was born March 20 1935 in Red Lake, Minnesota. Shirley was a strong, loving, and beautiful person who was a proud member of Red Lake Nation and Forest Lake VFW Womens Auxiliary Post 4210. She is preceded in death by two husbands, Truxton Dean Andersen...

David Tryon

David Tryon

Apr 5, 2016

David Tryon, age 74 of Linwood Township, Minnesota, passed away peacefully while surrounded by family following a lengthy illness on Tuesday, April 5, 2016. David proudly served his country in the United States Navy.He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Marie; wife, LaVerne; son, George; granddaughter, Melissa. He is survived by his children, Debbie, Scott, Pam, Kim,...

Richard Bochenski

Richard Bochenski

Apr 4, 2016

Richard "Rick" Bochenski, age 67 of Anoka County, Minnesota, passed away suddenly on April 4, 2016 from heart disease complications. We are so grateful that we were able to spend an additional twenty-two years with Rick after his quadruple bypass in 1994. He was born and raised in New Brighton and graduated from Mounds View High School in 1966. He...

Marlene Heaton

Marlene Heaton

Apr 3, 2016

Marlene was born February 2, 1934 in St. Paul, MN to David and Florence Nelsen. After growing up in North St. Paul, MN, she graduated North St. Paul High School in 1952. She married James Chatterton and raised four children in White Bear Lake, MN. After divorcing, she met and married Ed Heaton, who had five children of his own...

Phyllis Lundgren/Swanson

Phyllis Lundgren/Swanson

Apr 3, 2016

Phyllis H. Lundgren/Swanson, age 93, formerly of Forest Lake, passed away April 3, 2016. Phyllis was a graduate of Forest Lake High School. Along with her husband, Donald Lundgren, she built and operated Eko Backen. Preceded in death by first husband, Donald Lundgren and second husband, Ralph Swanson; daughter, Kim Joan Proell; grandson, Luke Lundgren; sisters, Jean Arth, Marian Swanson....

Alice Saxe

Alice Saxe

Mar 31, 2016

Alice C. Saxe, age 92, of Forest Lake, Passed away surrounded by family on March 31, 2016, due to complications from cancer. Preceded in death by her parents, Benjamin and Theresa Saxe; 3 brothers; and 3 sisters. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 4, 2016 at...