Robert John Batsche
Feb 9, 2021
Robert "Bob" J. Batsche, age 69 of Anoka, loving husband, father, brother and grandfather passed away Tuesday February 9th, 2021. After graduating high school Bob joined the Navy where he spent most of his time stationed in Hawaii, Japan and the Philippines. After being honorably discharged, Bob worked a few odd jobs and eventually was accepted into an apprenticeship with...
Judy Ann Hooper
Feb 3, 2021
Hooper (Zemke), Judy Ann 72, of Maple Grove, form- erly of Anoka passed away peacefully on February 3, 2021. She was born on August 18, 1948. Personal Banker at 1st National Bank Anoka/Norwest/Wells Fargo for 25 years before retiring in 2008. Member of Martha Chapter #132 for 45 years. Preceded in death by husband Steve Hooper; parents Emmett &...
Marian Janet Auchter
Feb 3, 2021
Auchter (Stenglein) Marian J. age 96 of Coon Rapids, passed away on February 3, 2021. She was a Life Time Member of the Champlin Legion Auxillary. Preceded in death by husbands, Kenneth Stenglein & Richard Auchter; daughter, Shirley Tischbirek; brothers, George & Robert Goodrich; sisters, Elsie Dargis, Helen Stenglein & Beatrice Hoppenrath. Survived by children, Sheila (Kenneth) Brisbin, Del...
Dale Lloyd Bentley
Feb 1, 2021
Bentley, Dale Lloyd, age 96 of Lino Lakes, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 1, 2021, after a brief illness. Dale was born November 23, 1924 to Benjamin and Mae Bentley in Mingo, IA. He attended high school in Spooner, WI. Dale served in the U.S. Navy in the South Pacific during WWII. Dale had a long career...
Ricky John Gertz
Jan 30, 2021
Gertz, Ricky J. age 76 of Cedar, passed away January 30, 2021. Preceded in death by his parents, John & Christine; sister, Sherrie; great-granddaughter, Blaise. Survived by his wife of 51 years, Sandra (nee Shegstad); children, Norrine (Chris), Tim (Roxy), Jeff (Lalyn); 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Judy (Joe), Delores (Ron); along with many other loving family and friends....
David Marlin Lee
Jan 27, 2021
Lee, David M. age 81, of Las Vegas, Nevada, passed away on January 27, 2021. David was a retired boilermaker and took great pride in the work that he did and the friends he made along the way in his career. He had very special memories throughout his entire life in Aitken, MN including his grandma's farm, his log...
Florence Teresa Peterson
Jan 25, 2021
Peterson, Florence T. age 93 of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully January 25, 2021. Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth; son, Martin; 9 sib- lings and granddaughter, Ashley. Survived by children, Scott (Belinda), Randy (Jackie), Bradley (Tammy), Kevin, Chris (Chris), Kelly (Dave) Emmen along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Florence enjoyed painting and crafts, she was very generous...
Everett Hjalmer Benson
Jan 21, 2021
Benson, Everett H. age 88 of Coon Rapids passed away peacefully looking up at Heaven on January 21, 2021. Everett was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend who was loved by many. Preceded in death by his parents, Hjalmer & Lillian; brother, Kenneth Benson; sisters, Betty Nelson, Joyce Benson, Bernice Rood, Marion Benson & Crystal Benson. Survived by...
Robert James Werner
Jan 21, 2021
Robert J. Werner age 90 of Anoka was born December 11, 1930 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After surviving COVID-19, Robert's body became more tired and weak. Although he did not want to leave his family, he started his journey to his eternal father on January 21, 2021. Robert always said he had the greatest childhood and was proud to say...
Alice E. Skinner
Jan 21, 2021
Skinner, Alice Louise (Ekstrand) age 97 of Plymouth, MN, born and raised in Cokato, MN, passed away peacefully January 21, 2021. Preceded in death by parents Ernst and Margaret; 8 brothers and 4 sisters (she was the "baby" and last surviving sibling) and husband Jack. Survived by son Thomas John (TJ) and daughter in law Anita of St. Louis...
Douglas Patrick Lawrence
Jan 20, 2021
Douglas Patrick Lawrence, 78 , of Coon Rapids, MN passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, at the ARK on the River in Anoka Minnesota. He was born October 5, 1942 at St. Mary's Hospital in Minneapolis to Ralph and Irene Lawrence. Douglas was infant baptized and confirmed in the Methodist Church and was Born Again and baptized...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Joyce Beese
Jan 18, 2021
Beese, Jacqueline "Jackie" "The Boss" July 4th, 1937 January 18th, 2021 Jackie Beese, age 83, of Champlin, MN passed away January 18th at Mercy Hospital surrounded by her family. Jackie was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Richard Beese; grandson Lane Clem; her parents Kenneth and Marjorie Heesen; sisters and brother-in-law Donna and Stan Getchell, Lorelie...
John R. Trost
Jan 15, 2021
Trost, John R. age 90 of North Oaks, formerly of Anoka passed away 1/15/21. Preceded in death by his wife, Leona, parents, Henry and Susan, sister and brother-in-law, Fran & George. Survived by children, Peter Trost, Mary (Scott Thompson) Trost, Susan (Dan) Young and Christopher (Carolyn) Trost, grandchildren, Atlee (Josh) Lieberg, Max Thompson, Alyshia (Adam) McKinnon, Quinn Doty, Johnny...
Elmer August Herr
Jan 14, 2021
Herr, Elmer A. age 88 1/2 of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2021. Elmer loved playing cards with his kids and grandkids, especially cribbage. He was an extremely hard worker who was a jack of all trades and would never shy away from lending a helpful hand. Elmer was preceded in death by his son, Nathan...
Harry Wheeler
Jan 12, 2021
Harry Wheeler, age 90 of Ham Lake, MN passed away peacefully on January 12 th , 2021. Harry was born in Brainerd, MN on May 25 th , 1930 to Clarence and Helen (Gould) Wheeler and grew up in Crosslake, MN. Harry thoroughly enjoyed spending time with family and friends, whether it was at the cabin, vacationing, gatherings or...
Roger Otto Streich
Jan 10, 2021
Roger was born on May 15 th , 1946 in Missouri to the Late Walter and Alvera "Al" (Bandemere) Streich. Roger grew up in Chaska, MN and graduated high school in 1964. While in high school he started a garage band with some of the guys from school and went on to win a contest and cut their very...
Regenea Alice Mckenzie
Jan 9, 2021
Regenea Alice McKenzie, born July 9th, 1949 (71) of Andover, MN, passed peacefully surrounded by family on January 9th, 2021. Survived by her children Toni (Bob), Chad (Amber) and Jason (Lonna); grandchildren Denise (Barrett), Brionna and Lily; great-granddaughter Brooks; siblings Randy (Lori), Dewey (Karin), Terry (Shanon) and Tracy (Jody); and mother Myrna. Preceded in death by her husband Dennis,...
Vernon Edward Paquette
Jan 9, 2021
Paquette, Vernon E. age 94, of Coon Rapids, passed away January 9, 2021, due to complications resulting from Covid-19. He will be deeply missed by his family and many friends. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 59 years, Alberta and son, Mark. Survived by sons, Gordy, Tim (Marina) and Tom (Laurie); six grandchildren, Amie, Christopher, Carrie, Nicole,...
Christopher Ervin Lundby
Jan 7, 2021
Lundby, Chris E. age 56 of Bradford, passed away peacefully at his home on January 7, 2021 after battling ALS. Chris loved animals and enjoyed the outdoors, specifically being a hobby farmer, hunting and fishing. He is survived by his life partner, JoAnn Schneider; parents, Larry & Cathy; sister, Robyn (Donald) Hamm; nephews, Joshua & Aaron; great-niece, Cecelia along...
Wayne Marvin Buchholz
Jan 5, 2021
Buchholz, Wayne M age 69 of Ramsey passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on January 5, 2021. He was born in Milwaukee, WI on September 14, 1951. Wayne was a proud Marine and loved his country. Wayne met his wife, Maria, while stationed in Newport, Rhode Island and married on December 16, 1972. Wayne is survived by his...
