Bennie James DeGreeff, age 56, of Cambridge, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2014 at Fairview University Medical Center in Minneapolis.
Bennie was born in Pipestone, MN to James and Betty DeGreeff on March 8, 1958. When he was 3 – 1/2 they moved to Loman, MN and then to Tracy, MN at age five. In 1970 the family moved to Isanti where Ben attended and graduated from the Cambridge High School and worked at the State Hospital in Cambridge. Bennie went on to work at the junkyard in Pine City, MN and attended Pine Tech for welding. He joined the Boilmakers Union Local 647. On November 19, 1977 Bennie married Julie Molohon. To this union a son, Adam, was born in January of 1978, and a daughter, Laura, in April of 1979. Ben loved fishing, watching football, spoiling his grandkids and being with family. He was very knowledgeable about anything mechanical and always had a great time hunting deer with his sister Teresa and her boys Justin and Josh, even if he didnt get many. Bennie loved helping others and was selfless with his time and talents.
He is preceded in death by his wife Julie, father James and brother Alan.
Bennie is survived by son Adam of Isanti and daughter Laura (Micah) Byers of Ham Lake, five grandchildren, mother, four sisters and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial service to follow. Arrangements are in the care of Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge. www.carlsonlillemoen.com

Richard E. Williams, age 88, of Stacy died September 28, 2014 at GracePointe Crossing Gables West.
Richard Edward Williams was born March 24, 1926 in Long Prairie, Minnesota to Chelsey and Victoria (Kiselewski) Williams. He was raised and attended school in Clarissa, Minnesota. He honorably served in the 63rd Infantry Division and was on the front lines in Germany and France. He received the Bronze Star and other medals of honor. On September 2, 1950 he married Iris Bentz in Browerville. They made their home in Browerville a short time before moving to Minneapolis where Richard worked as a machinist. In 1968 they moved to Stacy where he also farmed. Richard enjoyed fishing, hunting and gardening. He loved wildlife, watching the ducks on the pond and birds of all kinds, and spending time with family and friends. Richard was a member of the Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Iris; son, Roger Williams of Stacy; daughter, Patty Copley of LaHonda, California; seven grandchildren, Stephanie, Travis, Derek, Darci, Shauna, Angie and Greg; seventeen great-grandchildren, Willow, James, Dante, Savanah, Elle, Quinn, Wren, Kaelee, Louella, Larry, Koby, Braedon, Josh, Max, Sammie, Jack and Jason; and by many other relatives and friends.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by one son, Lawrence Williams; and two brothers, Bill and Bob Williams.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, October 2nd at Country Roads Church in Stacy with Rev. Gary Bawden officiating. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 1st at Strike Funeral Home Isanti Chapel and also one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Atna Cemetery with Military Honors by Rum River VFW Post 2735 of Isanti.

Steve L. Harris of Cambridge died on Sunday, September 28, 2014 at the age of 54.
He was born on September 29, 1959 to LuVerne (Bucky) and June Harris in Willmar, Minnesota. Steve grew up in Maple Grove and graduated from Osseo High School.
In 1979, Steve married Lori Marcotte. Their daughter Rita was born in 1980 and Annie was born in 1982. In 1985, they moved to the Pine City area, where they lived until 2003. During the summer of 2003, Steve and Lori built their dream home in Cambridge where they have lived since.
Steve started his truck driving career at Budget Power in 1979 and continued driving truck for various companies until 1991. He then attended NEI College of Technology, graduated with a degree, and began a new career in the information technology field. Steves most recent employment was with Benedictine Health Systems in Cambridge.
Up until his recent illness, Steve lived life to the fullest. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, travelling and golfing. He also enjoyed spending time with his wife, Lori, their two daughters and sons-in law, Rita and Andy and Ann and Michael, and their grandchildren, Casey and Miranda, as well as a large extended family and many friends.
He is survived by his wife Lori of Cambridge, daughter Rita (Andy) Harris-Shermer, daughter Annie (Michael) Peters; two grandchildren, Casey and Miranda Shermer; mother June (Earl) Gifford; brothers Paul (Jenny) Harris, Jeff (Judy) Harris, Bob (Shelby) Harris; sisters Jeannette (Jim) Gunnerson, Cathy Harris; father-in-law Ed Marcotte; sisters-in-law Deb (Rick) Ponto, Mary Marcotte, Joni Marcotte, Susie (Dave) Bruce, Shelly Nelson; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.
Steve was preceded in death by his father, LuVerne Harris; grandmother Goldie Strootman; and mother-in law Evelyn Marcotte.
Services will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church in Cambridge. Arrangements pending under the direction of Strike Funeral Homes. Please check their website at www.strikefuneral.com for details.

Cory J. Bergloff, 24, of Elkton, South Dakota and formerly of Cambridge died in a car accident on Sunday, September 28, 2014 near Elkton.
Cory John Bergloff was born on May 28, 1990 in Cambridge, Minnesota to John and Carla (Holt) Bergloff. He was baptized and confirmed at Cambridge Lutheran Church. Cory attended school in Cambridge and graduated from Cambridge-Isanti High School in 2009. After high school he moved to South Dakota and began working at the Larson Door Company in Brookings and was still presently working there.
He loved to hunt, trap and fish. Spending time with his family and friends was something Cory thoroughly enjoyed. Friends and family were very important to him, especially the Edblad family and Pat Rehbein who were a very instrumental part of his life.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents Peter and Joyce Holt.
Cory is survived by his son Klayton Thompson of Oak Creek, WI; parents John and Carla Bergloff of Cambridge; brothers Christopher Bergloff of Cambridge, Paul Bergloff of Brookings, SD, Grant Bergloff of Cambridge; grandparents Doug and Marilyn Bergloff of Cambridge and Don and Joan Reed of Buffalo, MN, many cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Cambridge Lutheran Church with interment at Cambridge Lutheran Cemetery. A visitation will take place one hour prior to services. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers. Online condolences at www.carlsonlillemoen.com. Arrangements are in the care of Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge.

Doris (Pearl) Olson, age 93, of Braham, passed away Sept. 27, 2014. Arrangements by Rock Ingebrand Funeral Home , (320)396-2121. www.aifuneralhome.com

Dorothy Steckelberg of Sauk Rapids, formerly of Day, died on Sept. 30, 2014. She was 80 years old.

Survived by sons Mike (Phyllis), Bob (Elizabeth), Jeff (Frances) and Larry (Kay); 11 grandchildren.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, Oct. 3 at St. Augustines Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Interment will be at St. Marys Cemetery in Mora. Akkerman-Ingebrand Funeral Home of Mora, www.aifuneralhome.com.

Tim Michael Potrament was born March 26, 1965 and passed away on September 30, 2014 surrounded by his family.

In 1983 he graduated from Braham Area High School where he enjoyed playing baseball. His love for the game carried through to his over 35 softball league. He also had a passion for golf, four wheeling, snowmobiling, bowling, and was an avid outdoors man.

Tim married his loving wife Betsy in 1995 and together they had two daughters, Josie and Hattie. He was a very proud and devoted father, who loved watching and supporting his girls in any activity they took part in. As a family they enjoyed going on trips together to places such as San Diego, Mexico and their yearly trip to Madeline Island, which was Tims happy place.

He was a retired Cambridge firefighter; after 17 years of service to the community he stayed close with all his colleagues and continued to host the Cambridge Fire Departments annual Christmas party.
For over 20 years Tim was very proud to be a commercial roofer for Roof Tech and a member of the roofer 96 union. He was a very hard worker and when it came to fixing things he was the modern day MacGyver.
When he wasnt working or supporting his daughters, he could be found out in the pole shed where family and friends would stop by and watch the array of sporting events that were on his big screen TV and socialize, have a few laughs and enjoy each others company.

Tim is preceded in death by his mother Myrtle Faye Potrament and mother-in-law Beverly Herrnberger.
He is survived by his wife Betsy (Herrnberger); daughters Josie and Hattie of Cambridge and Amalia (Anthony) Gruman-Laird of Robbinsdale; father Thomas Potrament of Braham; brothers TJ (Kelley) of Stacy, Terry (Kathy) of Braham, Todd (Kathy) from Cambridge; in-laws Max Herrnberger of Cambridge, Maggie (Mark) Manzke of Clear Lake, Robert Nelson of Cambridge, Max (Shauna) Herrnberger of Minnetonka; nieces Jenny (Zach), Erin (Jesse), Sara, Amanda, Ariel, Ali and Sam; nephews Eric, Matthew, Brandon, Ben and Max along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and coworkers.

A memorial service will be  held at 2 p.m., Monday, October 6, 2014 at the Cambridge Lutheran Church.  Interment was in the Cambridge Lutheran Cemetery.

Online condolences at www.carlsonlillemoen.com.  Arrangements were with the Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge.

A service honoring the life of Rev. Jeff Laeger-Hagemeister, age 58, of Albert Lea, will be held at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea. Rev. Mark Niethammer will officiate. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, October 6, 2014 with family present from 4-6 p.m. at Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. Online condolences are welcome at www.bayviewfuneral.com.
Jeff died Friday, October 3, 2014 at St. Johns Lutheran Community.
Jeff Laeger-Hagemeister was born August 2, 1956 to Glenn and Marianne (Nelson) Hagemeister, Cambridge, MN. Jeff grew up on a farm in Isanti County where he learned the value of hard work, love of the land, and grew in faith at Long Lake Lutheran Church. He graduated from Cambridge High School in 1974.
His love and gift of music led him to Concordia College, Moorhead, MN where he studied voice, religion, and psychology and graduated in May 1979. While at Concordia, he met his wife Mary Laeger. They were married in July 1980 in Kulm, North Dakota. This union was blessed with two wonderful children, Daniel (31), Reka (28), and grandson Hollis (6).
Jeff continued his academics at Luther- Nothwestern Seminary, St. Paul, MN and graduated and was ordained in 1986 as a Lutheran Pastor. Jeff served ELCA churches in Karthaus, PA, Liverpool, PA, Mt. Joy, PA, and Halifax, PA. In 1998 the family returned to Minnesota and he served as an interim pastor until 2003 when he became Chaplain at St. Johns Lutheran Community, Albert Lea. He lovingly served residents, staff, families and volunteers until this summer when his health no longer allowed him to continue.
In addition to his faith and spending time with the family, he loved being with and helping people, fixing things, and enjoyed singing most recently with Cantori in Albert Lea. He gave to the community through Kiwanis, 4-H and Habitat for Humanity, SEMCAC and Grace Lutheran and Salem Lutheran churches, helping with confirmations and choirs.
He was a beloved husband, father, Opa and friend. He is survived by his wife Mary, son Daniel, daughter Reka, grandson Hollis, brothers Fred (Rhende) and Randy and nieces and a nephew. All who knew Jeff were blessed by his caring, his humor and his sense of justice and being authentic.
The family requests in lieu of flowers or plants, please give to a charity of choice, SEMCAC, St. Johns Building Fund or Salem Lutheran Church. Helping others is a way for Jeff to live on in the community.

Ray Sward, age 84, of Grasston, passed away on October 2, 2014 at his home.
Ray was born January 4, 1930 to Charles and Bertha (Satterstrom) Sward. The youngest of three children, Ray grew up on his familys small dairy farm in Grass Lake Township. When he wasnt helping with the chores, Ray would spend time fishing and hunting with his brother Jim.
Ray met his wife, Bernice Ginny Callander in 1949. They were married in St. Paul, MN on July 5, 1951. Shortly after they were married, Ray was drafted into the US Army and served in Korea. Upon his return, Ray and Ginny lived in St. Paul until moving back to Grasston in 1960, where they raised three sons.
Ray was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Bette.
He is survived by his wife Ginny; brother Jim (Sharon); sons, Chuck (Dana), Wayde (Pam), and Doug (Marie), 10 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and countless other relatives and friends.
Memorial service held on Wed. Oct. 8, 2014 at the Hope Lutheran Church in Grasston with Pastor James Sodergren officiating. Music was provided by Marie Grundberg. Inurnment at the Grasston Union Cemetery. Arrangements are by the Rock Ingebrand Funeral Home www.aifuneralhome.com

Caroline S. Parson, age 75, of Braham, passed away Oct. 1, 2014. Arrangements by Rock Ingebrand Funeral Home, (320)396-2121. www.aifuneralhome.com

Myrtle (Swan) Telstad, age 95, died peacefully at her home, Elmhurst Common Apartments in Braham, MN on Thursday, September 25, 2014.
Myrtle was born to Fred and Mary (Dahlin) Swan. Myrtle delighted in her five siblings. Their family had the ability to find and share the joys of everyday living; opening their home and their hearts to everyone they met. Myrtle always felt so blessed to be A Swan.
Leonard Lenny Telstad and Myrtle were married on January 1, 1942. They had three children, Kathy, John and LeRoy. Lenny and Myrtle worked to create a happy home that would, as she later wrote, honor our children, our families and our friends with Love and Happy Times.
Myrtles life was steeped in Faith. Myrtle received an emergency baptism on April 16, 1920 when she became dangerously ill with whooping cough. From that moment on, the Church remained an important part of Myrtles life. She was confirmed on May 20, 1934. Sunday School, Church and her Church family brought Myrtle great joy.
Myrtle learned to value education when she was a young child. Her dad, Fred, believed in education to the point he bought and drove a horse drawn school bus to get their six children and the neighbor children to and from school each day. When Myrtle was 16 she was the Valedictorian of the Grasston High School Class of 1936. She attended Teachers Training in Mora in 1936-1937. Myrtle first taught eight grades in a one room school at age 17. When teaching requirements changed, Myrtle went back to college, graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Cloud Teachers College in 1972.
Myrtle taught at Webb School, Morse School and Brunswick School until 1944 when she took off time to raise her children. Myrtle returned to teaching in 1958 at the Coin School. From 1962 to 1968 she taught at the Day School. When the Day School closed in 1968, Myrtle developed and taught the special education program for Braham High School and lobbied until the Braham special education students were awarded a high school diploma rather than a certificate of completion. She was Brahams Teacher of the Year in 1977 and again in 1979. Myrtle retired from Braham High School in 1982.
Very gifted musically, Myrtle started singing in Church at age five. She became known throughout the area for her outstanding ability to sing in Swedish. Between 1945 and 2004 Myrtle sang at over 100 funerals, numerous weddings and celebrations. For many years Myrtle was the choir director and church organist at Hope Lutheran Church in Grasston.
Myrtle was so proud of her Swedish heritage. She eagerly learned to read, write and sing Swedish. She taught Swedish to her homeroom students and everyone else who wanted to learn. Myrtle used her Swedish training to translate Swedish letters and documents into English for friends, family and community members.
Myrtle was preceded in death by parents, Fred and Mary (Dahlin) Swan; husband, Leonard; daughter, Kathy Conover; sisters, Ellen, Esther and Edna; brothers, John and Roy; nephews, Allen Swan and Ron Lundeen.
Myrtle is survived by sons, John and his wife Karen of Rush Lake, LeRoy and his wife Cindy of Winona; son- in-law, Vincent Conover of Florida; four grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren, and three great great-grandchildren. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
During her 95 years, Myrtle only lived in five houses within 10 miles. Despite living in such a small area all her life, Myrtles love, kindness and faith touched lives all over the world.
Her son, LeRoy, said it best, I think in the minds of all she met they would give her a standing ovation for such a loving life. I am sure the ovation continued in welcoming her to her new home.
A funeral service was held on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at the Braham Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. Rich Chronis officiating. Music was provided by Ruth Grundyson, Dolly Brown, Deborah Sewell, Karen Nordernstrom, the Chancel Choir and the Sunday School Choir. Casket Bearers were Gary Lundeen, Mike Lundeen, Brian Pigott, Peter Rosenqvist, Dennis Anderson, Fred Strand, Ray Swan, Jerry Swan, Steve Hendershot, Donovan Stromberg, Bo Telstad, Jim Telstad, Dennis DeRuyck and Bill Marshall. Interment was in the Rice Lake Cemetery in Braham. Arrangements are by the Rock Ingebrand Funeral Home of Braham. Condolences may be posted at www.aifuneralhome.com.

Doris Pearl Olson, age 93, of Braham, made her peaceful journey home Sept. 27th.
Doris was the daughter of Arthur R. and Myrtle (Julien) Anderson. She was baptized and confirmed at North Maple Ridge Covenant Church. She attended country school at District 26, Hiawatha School and graduated from Braham High School. After graduation, she attended and graduated from DeGuiles Beauty School in Minneapolis. She worked at salons in Osseo and Pine City and owned her own salon in Braham, which she operated for 20 years. She spent the last 10 years of her career working as an inspector of salons for the state of Minnesota and also monitored examinations at beauty schools throughout the state.
On June 20, 1942, Doris was united in marriage to Warren Olson at North Maple Ridge Church. They were blessed with two sons, Warren Linden and Lonnie Alan.
She is survived by her only granddaughter, Jennifer Bauers (Sean) of Red Bluff, CA; daughter-in-law Madge Olson of Red Bluff, CA; brother Leo (Eleanor) Anderson of Braham, cousin Shirley Hakarinen; nieces, Pam (Steve) Eklund and Patsy Anderson; other relatives and special friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband Warren and sons Warren Linden and Lonnie Alan.
A service will be held at North Maple Ridge Covenant Church on Saturday, Oct. 25th at 11 a.m.

Keith A. Ryan, age 77, of Cambridge, formerly of Grand Rapids, died October 3, 2014 at GracePointe Crossing Gables West in Cambridge.
Keith Alan Ryan was born January 15, 1937 in St. Paul to Arthur and Beatrice (Niemi) Ryan. Because of his fathers work, he attended 17 different schools and graduated in 1955 from Riverdale High School in Riverdale, North Dakota. After high school he took some college classes in Mankato and learned arc welding. Keith served in the Marine Corps from 1959 to 1962. He was an amateur and professional boxer for the Marine Corps. July 11, 1959 he married Patricia Geottlicher at Lyola Catholic Church in Mankato. He was employed as a crane operator and was a member of the Operating Engineers Local 49, as were his father, uncles, brother, son and grandfather. He was a well known crane operator and was called in often times for specialty jobs. He even left retirement to help on special crane operations. He received many safety awards for operating cranes for 36 years without any accidents. He spent three years in Surinam, South America teaching the locals how to operate heavy equipment. These are men of the jungle of Surinam on a lock and dam and power house project for Alcoa Aluminum Company. They learned how to process their own Bauxite.
At the age of 34, Keith started racing Motocross and Enduro Motorcycles, A Class and Senior Class. He rode until he was 68 years old, winning many trophies, and many first place races were won. He also enjoyed downhill and cross country skiing and was a Ski Patrol at Sugar Hills. Keith hunted deer and bear with bow and arrow, fished, loved the outdoors, enjoyed hiking and worked out at the YMCA four days a week. He lived every minute of his life to the limit. He didnt have an enemy in the world and was a wonderful husband and father.
Keith is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia; children, Timothy (Sandra) Ryan of Cloquet, Candace (Frank) Buttimer of Alamogordo, New Mexico; special person, Kathy Niemi of Cambridge; three grandchildren, Amanda Stripplin, Krysti Sorenson, Meghan Ryan; three great-grandchildren, Colton Stripplin, Mason and Ryan Sorenson; six brothers and sisters-in-law, Gary (Sarah) Goettlicher of Orange Park, FL, Janet Gall of Mankato, Bill (Nancy) Bartell of Mankato, Gregory (Gayle) Goettlicher of Good Thunder, MN, Dennis (Judy) Stover of Mankato, Christopher (Judy) Goettlicher of Mankato; and many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, David.
Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at Strike Funeral Home Cambridge Chapel with Chaplain Len Ochowicz officiating. Friends may gather one hour prior.

Gregory Joseph Schwantz, age 55, of Cambridge, passed away Oct. 2, 2014 . Arrangements by Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (763)689-2244. www.carlsonlillemoen.com

Eric (Rick) David Lindell, age 53 of Franconia, suffered a stroke and passed from this life on Monday, October 6, 2014 at the Fairview University Medical Center in Minneapolis.
He is survived by his parents Wally (Bonita) Lindell and Cherry Rosenwald, brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and close friend Mary Ann Linehan.
Eric was born on October 13, 1960. He attended Chisago Lakes High School. Eric learned of hard work growing up on the family farm. He applied that knowledge to the running of his own waterproofing business, Bone Dry Basements. He was a woodsman, avid fisherman, trapper and hunter. When he wasnt working he spent his time in his sanctuary, The Woods.
Eric Rick will be remembered for his hilarious story telling abilities where he shared his view of the world from his own point of view. Being late to most gatherings, the party didnt really start until he arrived. He was loved by all those closest to him. No one will be able to fill those work boots. We Love You, Rick!
Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, October 9, 2014 at the Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom with Rev. J. Eric Stone officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Thursday. Family interment will take place at a later date.
Arrangements were by Grandstrand Funeral Home in Lindstrom. Condolences maybe left at www.grandstrandfh.com.

Shirley Jean (Swanson) Apollo, age 63, of Andover, passed away Oct. 6, 2014. Arrangements by Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (763)689-2244. www.carlsonlillemoen.com

Carl Hilding Peterson, age 85, of Grasston, died Sept. 20, 2014.
Survived by his daughters, Terri (Gary) Folkestad and Sharon (Mitch) Becker; grandchildren, Ryan (Charla) Becker, Alissa (Ben) Lewis, Hannah Becker, Amanda (Jeremy) Linton, Nathan Folkestad and Matthew Folkestad; great-grandchildren, Maraely, Jackson, Carter, Brennan and Landon; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorial service held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17, 2014 Braham Ev. Lutheran Church. Visitation one hour prior at the church. www.aifuneralhome.com

Kelly Wakefield, age 37, formerly of Forest Lake and Cambridge, died on Oct. 7, 2014.
Preceded in death by step-dad, Ray LaBore and grandparents.
She is survived by mom, Karen LaBore; dad, Dan (Pam) Wakefield; biological children, Nickolas, Jordan, Hannah; brothers, Derek Wakefield and Jesse LaBore; step-siblings, Debbie (David) Treadwell, Chad (June) Norberg; many other relatives and friends. We will miss you, Beautiful Girl.
Memorial service 11 a.m., Monday, October 13, 2014 at Maranatha Assembly of God, 24799 Forest Blvd. North, Forest Lake. A gathering of family and friends 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for Kellys children. Online condolences may be made at www.mattson funeralhome.com. Cards and memorials may be directed to Mattson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 343 N. Shore Drive, Forest Lake, MN 55025.

Tony Clinton (Anthony Clinton Quellhorst) was born on May 8, 1991. He went to Paint the sky with Jesus on September 30, 2014, as a result of an automobile accident on September 28, 2014.
Tony was an adventurous, free spirit. He was so full of life, and had a deep relationship with Jesus.
He loved expressing himself thru art and music.
He liked to inspire and make others smile.
He lit up the room where ever he went.
He had a beautiful, compassionate soul and enjoyed helping others thru a smile, a positive quote, a Rap, feeding the homeless or thru his artistic expression.
Tony enjoyed dancing, wrestling, fishing, football (especially the Dallas Cowboys), MMA, paintball, music and spending time in Colorado. He loved ALL people and children of all ages. “He is Awesome!”
Tony was proud to be an organ donor and gave the gift of life to 4 families in need and the gift of his body for the advancement of medical education and research at the U of M medical school.
Tony was a Blessing and a Gift. He touched the lives of many. A unique soul.
He was met in Heaven by his Great Grandparents, James and June Pearson (Foreston, MN) and is survived by his mother, Erika Palmquist, stepfather, Jaimon Smith, sisters, Ashley and Autumn, nephew, Braxton. His grandma Janelle Pearson, uncle Josh Pearson, aunt Angela Pearson, cousins, Jake and Tucker, (all of Cambridge, MN) as well as many, many family and “Best Friends”.
A Celebration of Tonys life will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, October
16, 2014. Spirit River Community Church 1320 County Road 5 N.E.
Isanti, MN 55040
(formerly Spectacular Events Banquet Center)
“Everyone”, of all ages, is welcome!
In lieu of flowers or gifts, we ask that you honor Tonys Spirit by becoming an organ donor, donate blood, volunteer, eat a meatless meal, plant a tree, adopt a highway, adopt a pet, help the homeless…the list is endless. And if you see someone without a smile, give them one of yours.

Jennie J. (Weidenaar) Hanson of Cambridge, peacefully made her way home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 12, 2014 at GracePointe Crossing East.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 17 at 11 a.m. at Springvale Baptist Church, Stanchfield, MN. Visitation will be on Thursday, October 16 from 4-8 p.m. at Carlson Lillemoen Funeral Home and also one hour prior to the service.

A full notice will follow next week. www.carlsonlillemoen.com