Obituaries

Robert Johnson

Robert Johnson

Mar 1, 2016

Bob was born in NE Minneapolis on May 20, 1927 to Gustave and Mary Louise (Tailfen) Johnson. Bob was the oldest of three children, having one sister, Thyra, and a brother, Mark. Bob joined the Navy and served time on a mine sweeper that was stationed just out of the Philippines. He was an electrician's helper on board, and during...

Beth Kunz

Beth Kunz

Feb 26, 2016

Beth M. Kunz, age 94 of Graham, North Carolina; formerly of Wyoming, Minnesota, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, February 26, 2016. Beth was born June 21, 1921 in Frazee, Minnesota the daughter of Fred and Helga (Larsen) Hoel. She was united in marriage to Harold David Kunz on October 24, 1947 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She will be...

Dennis Hjelmberg

Dennis Hjelmberg

Feb 25, 2016

Dennis Dale Hjelmberg, age 67 of Linwood Township, Minnesota passed away on February 25, 2016. He is survived by his wife, Marion; sons: Christopher and Nathan; step-daughter: Tira; step-sons: Terry, Tim, and Tom; sisters, Sandy, Wanda and Ann along with many grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Retired from Ryerson (formerly Vincent Metals) and brought love and devotion to his family...

Paul Lindgren

Paul Lindgren

Feb 18, 2016

Paul Lindgren, age 72, of Linwood, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2016 with his family by his side. Paul was born on September 2, 1943 to Ragner and Nora Lindgren. He grew up in Lauderdale and graduated from Alexander Ramsey High School in 1961. After high school he went into the Army serving in Germany where he spent his...

Susan Gordon

Susan Gordon

Feb 17, 2016

Susan L. Gordon (Hensel) Beloved Wife, Mom and Grandmother Age 64, of Forest Lake, passed away suddenly on February 17, 2016, with her family by her side. Preceded in death by parents, Robert & Clara Hensel; brother, Robert Hensel . She is survived by her husband of 45 years, William; daughter, Heather Mackenroth; son, Eric; grandchildren, Deven, Taylor and Mandie...

Lois Barrett

Lois Barrett

Feb 17, 2016

Lois Ann (Cogger) Barrett, age 53 of Circle Pines, passed away peacefully February 17, 2016 at home with her daughters by her side. Lois was born May 7, 1962 to Vernon and Doris Cogger, the fifth of six children. She graduated from Centennial High School in 1980. After working at various jobs, she found her place at Mate Precision Tooling...

Joel Dixon

Joel Dixon

Feb 7, 2016

Joel Jay Dixon, 53, of Coon Lake, passed away on February 7, 2016 in Minneapolis. Visitation will be held at Coon Lake Community Center (182 Forest Road East Bethel, MN 55092) on Wednesday February 17th, 2016 from 5pm-8pm. Joel was born in Chisago to Richard Dixon and Karen Jensen on February 19th, 1962. He enjoyed working with his hands in...

Ruby Atkinson

Ruby Atkinson

Feb 6, 2016

Ruby Jean Atkinson ~ Loving Wife, Mom, Grandma, and Great Grammy Of Hugo, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2016, with family by her side. Preceded in death by parents, Olga & Ingvold Olson; siblings, Janice Storzuk, Joan Hill, Raymond Olson, Eileen Sorenson. She is survived by her loving husband, Dean A. Atkinson; children, Debbie (Randy) Wirtz, Darlene (Tony) Weiss,...

Delores Fessenden

Delores Fessenden

Feb 5, 2016

Delores "Dee" Fessenden, age 73, of East Bethel, passed away peacefully in her husband's arms on February 5, 2016. Survived by her husband, Gary; children, Randy Monson, Laurie Monson, Randy Fessenden, Tamra Barnett; 5 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; sisters, Deanna, Linda, Robin; brothers, Bobby and Mike. Time of Sharing 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343...

Serena Arnsdorff

Serena Arnsdorff

Feb 3, 2016

Serena Faye Arnsdorff, age almost 1 month, passed away peacefully in her father's arms Febuary 3rd, 2016. Born January 6th, 2016, Serena was born with severe brain hemorrhaging of which causes are still unknown and was put on hospice care to live out her expected final days with her mother, Sarah Langstrom and father, Matthew Arnsdorff. Serena fought very hard...

Rosemary Haworth

Rosemary Haworth

Jan 31, 2016

Rosemary Haworth, age 68, of Forest Lake, died peacefully on Sunday, January 31, 2016. Rosemary was friendly and kind. She was loved by all who met her. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert; parents, Roman & Helen Goligowski; brother, Fred Goligowski. She is survived by her devoted children, Darin (Rachael), Michelle (Clint) Anderson, Roman; grandchildren, Mason, Abby, Josi,...

Drucilla Lewis

Drucilla Lewis

Jan 31, 2016

Drucilla "Drue" Lewis, age 79 of Lindstrom, Minnesota and formerly Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2016 surrounded by her family. While living in Amarillo, she owned several businesses including Stretch & Sew and Lewis Hallmark. In 2002 she moved her life North to Lindstrom, Minnesota to be near her daughter and granddaughters. From 2002 until July 2015,...

Judy Manning

Judy Manning

Jan 28, 2016

Judith Ann "Judy" Manning Age 77, of East Bethel, passed away peacefully and fulfilled surrounded by her family on January 28, 2016. Judy was a mother extraordinaire who always remained optimistic and made friends with everyone she met. A cowgirl at heart, Judy loved horses, dogs, the country, photography and traveling. She was preceded in death by her husband, John...

William Weiss

William Weiss

Jan 28, 2016

William L. "Bill" Weiss Age 79, of Wyoming, MN, formerly of St. Paul, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2016. Bill was a wonderful husband and father, and overall just a great guy. He will be dearly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents, William and Lucille Weiss; and granddaughter, Erin Evelyn Weiss. Survived by his loving wife...

Frank Green, Jr

Frank Green, Jr

Jan 21, 2016

Frank Green, Jr., age 71 of North Branch, formerly of Lindstrom and Forest Lake, died on January 21, 2016. He was born on June 11, 1944 to Frank and Christine (Pollreis) Green, Sr. in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary; and brother, Tom. Frank is survived by his nephew, Matt (Meredith) Green; niece,...

Roger Lohse

Roger Lohse

Jan 17, 2016

Roger Lohse, age 74 of Forest Lake, died Sunday, January 17, 2016. Roger worked for Onan-Cummins for over 41 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, tinkering in his garage and hanging out with friends at the American Legion. He is preceded in death by his parents, Kurt and Laura; wife, Judith; several siblings. He is survived by his daughters, Dawn Senensky,...

Genie Mohr

Genie Mohr

Jan 12, 2016

Genie A. Mohr, age 73 of Columbus, died tragically and went to meet her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. She is greeted in heaven by her parents; husband, Robert Mohr; granddaughter, Melinda Kristine Gardner. She will be dearly missed by those who knew and loved her including her children, Sheila Carr, Laura (Mike) Kirkwold, Regina (Dan) Gardner,...

Cynthia Johnson

Cynthia Johnson

Jan 11, 2016

Cynthia Verna Johnson, age 74 of Scandia, Minnesota, died peacefully on Monday, January 11, 2016. Cindy was a registered nurse; graduating from Abbott Northwestern Nursing School in June of 1962. She worked for several years at St. John's Hospital in Saint Paul. She also worked in the libraries for the Forest Lake School District and as secretary for Forest Hills...

Scott Sabo

Scott Sabo

Jan 8, 2016

Scott Sabo, age 52, of North Branch, passed away suddenly on January 8, 2016. Preceded in death by father, Chuck. He is survived by his wife of nearly 20 years, Barb (Bradshaw); beloved daughter, Erin; mom, Carol; siblings, Steve (Patti), Pam (Steve) Trulen, Lori (Mike) Plombon, Kevin (Kelly); many nephews, great nephews, and great nieces. A Celebration of Scott's Life...

Helen Leschisin

Helen Leschisin

Jan 7, 2016

Helen M. (Gilbert) Leschisin, age 92 of North Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on January 7, 2016. Preceded in death by her husband, George. Survived by her children, Ken (Sherry), Sandy (Bob) Dahlager, Rick (Merri); grandchildren, Jo (Luke), Jamie (Adam) Bender, Peter (Natalie) Leschisin, Jenna Leschisin; and great grandchildren, Taylor, Riley, Kaylie, Mia, and Mallory. Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January...