Obituaries

Mary Erkkila

Mary Erkkila

Jun 1, 2016

Mary Margret (Keenan)Erkkila Age 67, of Wyoming, Minnesota, passed away on June 1, 2016 after a short battle with Leukemia. She is preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Ura Keenan. Survived by her husband, Rod; children, Linda (Brian) Stark, Kirsten (Jeremy Etter), Meghann (Dustin) Wahl; grandchildren, Luke, Kale, Kate and Jack; great-grandchildren, Alice and Liliana. She was retired...

Elsie Houfer

Elsie Houfer

Jun 1, 2016

Elsie M. Houfer, age 89 of Forest Lake, passed away peacefully June 1, 2016 at home with family and friends by her side. Preceded in death by husband, Marlin "Bud"; brother, Lloyd. Survived by children, James (Cheryl), Marlene (Richard); grandchildren, Margo Peterson, Dannell (John) Nordstrom, Dietrich Peterson, Jason (Emily) Houfer, Kel (Sarah) Houfer, Robert Houfer; and 10 great grandchildren. Memorial...

Milbria Anglin

Milbria Anglin

May 25, 2016

Milbria Dee (Wilcox) Anglin Beloved widow of John Henry Anglin, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday evening, May 25, 2016. Milbria was born on September 23, 1930 in Weleetka, Oklahoma. She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, John H. Anglin; son, John R. Anglin; daughter, Robin D. Anglin; parents, Al and Essie (Pirtle) Wilcox; four...

Mark Sullivan

Mark Sullivan

May 21, 2016

Mark Sullivan Age 57 of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly in May of 2016. He was born to Thomas and Loretta Sullivan in Minneapolis, Minnesota and grew up in Taylors Falls, Minnesota where he attended grade school and high school. Mark enjoyed spending his time watching classic movies. He is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Loretta. Mark...

Merle Peterson

Merle Peterson

May 20, 2016

Peterson, Merle "Pete", age 84 of Wyoming, MN and Lake Wales, FL, passed away on May 20, 2016 after a lengthy and brave battle with Parkinson's Disease. Pete proudly served 40 years in the U.S. Army, retiring as a CW4. Pete was a loving and devoted family man with an infectious sense of humor and a notable laugh. He also...

Colleen Malm

Colleen Malm

May 16, 2016

Colleen Malm Age 85, of East St. Paul, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2016. She was born in Spring Valley, Wisconsin, to Arnold and Florence Wood on February 25, 1931. She is preceded in death by her husband, Alfred; and daughter, Paula Malm-Austin. Colleen is survived by children, Jean (David) Neisen, John (Vicki), Thomas (Lynn), Daniel (Jean), and Lisa...

Frank Walerak

Frank Walerak

May 9, 2016

Frank C. Walerak Age 70 of Stacy, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 9, 2016. He was born to Frank and Shirley, in Austin City, Minnesota on April 4, 1946. Frank is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Dick. He is survived by loving wife, Shirley; brother, David; brother-in-law, Dave and Bill; sister-in-law, Laura...

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...