Obituaries
Richard Lang
Jul 27, 2015
Richard P. Lang, age 90 of Forest Lake, passed peacefully in his sleep on July 27, 2015, after a lengthy illness. Preceded in death by wife, Lorraine; daughter, Darlene Gogerty; siblings, Doris Dorriot, Virginia Larae, Howard, Robert and Donald Lang. Survived by children, Nancy (Clay) Zimmerman, Sherry (Myron) Organ, Ronald Lang; 9 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; siblings, James (Butch), William,...
James Parenteau
Jul 26, 2015
James Parenteau, age 76, of Columbus, died on July 27, 2015. Preceded in death by son, Joseph; and brother, Steve. He is survived by Bonnie, his wife of 46 years; son, Andy; grandchildren, Cody Parenteau, Breanna Miller; siblings, Jerry (Darlene), Paul (Diane), Tom (Janet), Mary Kay, Chuck, Danny; numerous nieces and nephews; and beloved dog, Kitty. Jim was a U.S....
Dennis Metzger
Jul 24, 2015
Dennis W. Metzger, age 76 of Ottertail (16 years) and Scandia (23 years), died suddenly on July 24, 2015. Born Oct. 15, 1938 in Becker, MN to Lorenz and Gertrude Metzger. Preceded in death by parents; and wife, Kathy. Denny is survived by children, Jan (Joe) Schwartz, Gary (Katie); grandchildren, Jennifer Neumann (Dan Schifsky), David (Sam) Neumann, Karissa; great grandchildren,...
Michael Harnetty
Jul 19, 2015
Michael C. Harnetty, age 70, of Scandia passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 19, 2015 at 12:30 pm. Michael was born to Clarence and Jeannette Harnetty in Zanesville, Ohio. He graduated from Ohio State University and earned a degree in Agriculture Science. He first worked at Monsanto Corporation where he met Monique, the mother of his...
Gordon Hicks Sr
Jul 17, 2015
Gordon E. Hicks Sr., born September 24, 1940 in the Township of Verona, Minnesota, died in his Ramsey, Minnesota home, surrounded by his friends and family on Friday, July 17, 2015. Gordon was preceded in death by father, Charles Hicks; mother and step-father, Florence and Harold Nelson; son, Gordon Hicks Jr.; son-in-law, Troy Jensen; grandson, Nathan Jensen; siblings, Joan (Floyd...
Bill Juen
Jul 15, 2015
Bill Juen, age 72 of Baldwin/Woodville, Wisconsin, passed away after a long battle with cancer with his family at bedside. Bill was a dairy farmer for many years and in his last years, he enjoyed raising Alpacas. He is preceded in death by his brother, Greg. He is survived by his wife, Connie of 48 ½ years; Son, Randy (Jen)...

Phillip Bobeck
Jul 15, 2015
Phillip C. Bobeck, age 90, of Forest Lake, MN, died, Wednesday, July 15, 2015 while surrounded by his family. He is preceded in death by his mother, Agatha; wife, Violet; son, Carl; grandson, Todd Tiedemann; brother, Alex. He is survived by his daughters, Phyllis Tiedemann; Renee Aronson; son, Brad (Eva) Bobeck; daughter-in-law, Robin Bobeck; nine grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; brother, John...
Walter Marier
Jul 14, 2015
Walter R. Marier, age 76 of Forest Lake, died Tuesday, July 15, 2015. Walter was born August 3, 1938 in Centerville, Minnesota, the son of Joseph and Louise (Marcotte) Marier. He worked for many years in Forest Lake, most recently as a personal assistant at The Forest Laker. In addition to The Forest Laker he worked at the American Legion...
Mary Cardey
Jul 13, 2015
Mary Lillybelle Cardey(Munsterteiger) age 88, born Oct. 22, 1926, passed away peacefully on July 13 at Fairview Hospital, Wyoming MN. Preceded in death by her husband, Norman; her parents, John and Lillian; siblings Ron, Don, and Leona (Jovanavich). She is survived by her children, Gregory (Lynette) Cardey and Lucinda Stone (Wayne Peterson) (ex-husband Ken); and by siblings, Lorraine Rentz, Connie...
Terrance Lofboom
Jul 12, 2015
Terrance D. "Terry" Lofboom Beloved Father, Son and Brother Terry lost a courageous 5 year battle with cancer on July 12, 2015. Preceded in death by grandparents, Elof and Olive Lofboom; great grandmother, Olga Hawkinson. Survived by daughter, Elizabeth Andrews; parents, Dennis & Nola Lofboom; siblings, Deborah (John) McGivern, Daniel (Joan) Lofboom; aunts, Janice (Jim Saari) Lofboom, Cheryl Bistodeau; uncles,...
Kodi Nelson
Jul 11, 2015
Kodi Dre' Nelson, age 17, of Forest Lake, died unexpectedly on July 11, 2015. He is preceded in death by his father, David Nelson. He is survived by his parents, Brenda Wilcox, Terri Nelson; step-dad, Matt Peka; siblings, Kassandra Nelson, Memphis and Noah Holmgren, Nicholas Peka; grandmothers, Joyce Webb, Debbi Nelson; great-grandmother, Donna Nelson; special cousin, Tracy Wilcox; many aunts,...

Vicki Gardner
Jul 6, 2015
Vicki Gardner, age 62 of Coon Rapids, died Monday, July 6, 2015. Vicki was born on May 25, 1953, in Minneapolis, Minnesota the daughter of John and Vera (Mattson) Gardner. She graduated from Richfield High School Class of 1971 and went on to further her education, graduating with a Master's Degree in Nursing. She worked for North Memorial Hospital for...
Lucille Ersfeld
Jul 5, 2015
Lucille Ersfeld (Houle) age 95, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, entered eternal life July 5, 2015 in Forest Lake, MN. The first daughter of Harry and Anna (Bernier) Houle. Lucille was married January 6, 1942 at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Forest Lake, MN to Thomas J. Ersfeld. A life-long member of St. Peter, she began playing the organ...
Dorothy Poundstone
Jul 4, 2015
Dorothy L. Poundstone, age 96 of Blaine; formerly of Coon Lake Beach and Lino Lakes, died, Saturday, July 4, 2015. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 72 years, Robert; daughter, LaVonne Dix; son, LeRoy; eight siblings. She will be deeply missed by her beloved children, Larry (Dolly), Linda Wood, Lila (Mark) O'Brien; ten grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren;...
Donald Tovsen
Jul 2, 2015
Donald Tovsen, age 63 of Stacy, Minnesota died July 2, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a longtime machinist and employee of FMC in Fridley, Minnesota. He will truly be missed by his family and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gregory. He...
David Stenberg
Jun 29, 2015
David Stenberg, age 56 of Forest Lake, Minnesota began dancing on the streets of gold on June 29, 2015. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter Jack. Dave will be dearly missed by his wife, Cindy; children: Jaxon, Nate, Becka, Benny, Reuben, Aaron (Stephanie) and Josh; mother, Grace; sisters, Ruth (Wayne) and Mary (Byron); many nieces and nephews;...
Judy Erickson
Jun 23, 2015
Judy Erickson, age 67 , of Lindstrom. There will only be one Judy Erickson, who passed on June 23, 2015, leaving the world less colorful. She exemplified what being a free spirit is all about. During her transition her son, Shane, held one hand and her daughter, Tracy, the other. She thrived on road trips and her daughter's ducks and...
Diane Smith
Jun 22, 2015
Diane L. Smith, Beloved Wife and Mom, age 76 of Maplewood, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2015. Diane was a fun-loving, spirited and artistic woman. She loved her family, her friends, antiquing, and gardening. She will be deeply missed by Wiley, her husband of 46 years; daughter, Christi (Kevin) Olson; grandson, Connor; and many friends. Preceded in death by...
Gerald Thacker
Jun 19, 2015
Gerald R Thacker, a resident of Lino Lakes Assisted Living, died there Friday, June 19. He was 92. He was born in Milwaukee on March 29, 1923, son of Percy and Lillian Thacker. He graduated from Washington High School in 1941. After finishing high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Army in Texas with the 9th Air Defense Command. He...
Keith Langston
Jun 17, 2015
Keith Brian Langston was born January 30th, 1969 in Aurora, IL. He was the son of Gerald and Sheila (Anderson) Langston. He had one brother, Erik (Shanna), and two beloved nephews, Ethan and Eli. Keith attended school in Montgomery and Oswego, IL. After graduation, Keith attended Pensacola Christian College in Pensacola, FL where he loved the beach and weather. After...
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