Kenneth John Drilling, 59, passed away peacefully at his home in Isanti, Minnesota on April 4, 2016.
Ken was born in Waterloo, Iowa on August 4, 1956. He attended high school in LaPorte City, Iowa. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps in 1974 and worked as a jet mechanic. He had a distinguished career in sheet metal technology.
Ken was an avid car enthusiast, building monster trucks and restoring old cars. He was a proud member of the Isanti Community. He loved being in the water, scuba diving, boating and traveling to tropical destinations. He also enjoyed Tae Kwon Do.
Ken is preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Joanne, sister Christine Drilling, nephew Eric Drilling, great-nephew Atrios Drilling; parents-in-law Donald and Melva Peterson, and brothers-in-law Terry and Tom Peterson.
Ken is survived by his loving wife Cathy; daughter Nicole (Chad); son Jeremy (Jenell); step children Amanda (Tone) and Adam (Katie); as well as 12 grandchildren; brothers Steve, Marty (Marie); sisters Jody Maxfield (Marsha), Gina Wagner (George), Mary Terry, Maureen Apel (Andy), Peggy Drilling and Rose Ivy. Also survived by brother-in-law James Peterson (Karen), sisters-in-law Marnie Guthrie (Lynn), Lori Daudt (Terry), Allison Adkins, Judy Peterson and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and special friends.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 10, 2016, at Spirit River Community, 1321 Heritage Boulevard, Isanti, MN 55040. Visitation will begin one hour before the service.

Loving husband, father and Opa (grandfather)

David Lee Smith, age 54, of Mora, formerly of Isanti, passed away April 3, 2016.

Arrangements by Akkerman-Ingebrand Funeral Home, (320)679-1933.

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Eunice M. Ericsson of Grandy, MN, age 86, passed away on April 4, 2016.
Eunice May (Eckhoff) Ericsson was born on August 13, 1929 to Rev. Philip J. Eckhoff and Emily May (Weeks) Eckhoff in Sublette, Illinois. Within two weeks their family of six was on the road in a 1925 Studebaker, baby Eunice swinging snugly in a twine hammock slung from the ceiling, headed for Iberia in the Missouri Ozarks, where her father was to start a new pastorate. This was just the first of many moves in Eunice’s life.
After moving back to Illinois, Eunice Eckhoff graduated from Princeton High School, IL, in 1947. In 1951 she received her BA in literature from Wheaton College, IL, where she met her husband-to-be, Kermit Ericsson. It was there that they both felt called to dedicate their lives to God through the mission field.
Eunice spent the year after college teaching at Minier High School in central Illinois. Eunice and Kermit married the following summer and moved to Chicago, where Kermit entered the University of Chicago medical school and graduated with an MD. This included six months of training at a TB hospital in Seward, AK, where Eunice taught the hospitalized children.
Upon their return to the lower 48, Eunice and Kermit Ericsson started their family and had four girls, Laurie, Kriste, Julie and Cynthia – Laurie being one of the first children adopted in the United States from Korea. At this time the family finalized plans to go to the mission field, leaving for Ethiopia in 1964 to serve under the Baptist General Conference. For the next five years Kermit Ericsson filled in at three mission stations for those doctors on furlough, while Eunice home-schooled their children and taught English as a Second Language to Ethiopian medical personnel.
In 1969 the family returned to the United States, choosing to settle in 1972 in the Cambridge, MN area, when Kermit Ericsson was invited to serve as general surgeon for Cambridge Memorial Hospital, which he did until his retirement in 1989. They were able to see five grandchildren through high school and beyond, and the birth of their first great-grandchild. Eunice May Ericsson passed away peacefully at home on April 4, 2016, much loved by both friends and family.
Eunice Ericsson is survived by her husband Kermit Ericsson, daughters Laurie (John) Hull of Midland, MI, Kriste Ericsson of Grandy, MN, Cynthia (Bill) Marr of Alexandria, VA, brother Philip (Alice) Eckhoff of Forest Lake, MN, grandchildren Eric (Beth) Hull and their son Tate Hull of Grand Rapids, MI, Rachel Hull of Savoy, IL, Nathan Hull of Grand Rapids, MI, Jessica Marr of Arlington VA, and Emily Marr of Williamsburg, VA.
Eunice is preceded in death by her sister Alta Blakely of Chicago, IL, brother Richard of Dover, IL, and by her daughter, Julie (Steve) Santoro of Tucson, AZ.
A Memorial Service will be 11 a.m., Friday, April 22 at First Baptist Church of Cambridge, MN. Visitation 6-8 p.m., Thursday, April 21 at Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service. Honorary pallbearers are the First Baptist Church Monday Morning Missions Prayer Group. Interment will be at Cambridge Union Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Children Shelter of Cebu or First Baptist Church of Cambridge.
Online condolences at www.carlsonlillemoen.com. Arrangements are with the Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge.

Jack Olson of West Rush Lake passed away on Friday, April 8, 2016 at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, MN at the age of 87 years.
Jack Willard Olson was born on December 2, 1928 in Columbia Heights, MN to Elmer and Jess (Swanson) Olson. He attended school in Columbia Heights. On September 16, 1950, Jack was married to Marilyn “Mitzi” Swan.
Jack enlisted into the United States Army in 1951 and went to Basic Training at Ft. Leonard Wood, Missouri. Directly from basic, Jack went to fight in the Korean War. In Korea, he received a gunshot wound from a machine gun. When put on a helicopter, Jack was hit again and knocked off his stretcher and out of the helicopter while it was about 10-12 feet off the ground. As a result of the attack, Jack had permanent shrapnel in the leg and hip. He was awarded the Korean Service Medal, a Bronze Campaign Star, a Service Medal, an Occupation Medal (Japan), CIB (Combat Infantryman Badge) and a Purple Heart!
Jack owned and operated a Phillips 66 Service Station on highway 65 in Ham Lake for 10 years. He retired in 1989 from Hoffman Engineering after 20 years of service.
Back in the day, Jack loved to race his 1940 Ford Coupe at dirt stock car tracks such as the former Twin City Speedway. Logically, Jack was a NASCAR and World of Outlaws fan. Jack was an amateur photographer and bird watcher who enjoyed nature and loved to travel and fish.
A thirty year plus member of the Grothe-Jacobson VFW in Rush City, Jack served in several capacities, including Acting Commander. He was also an important part of the Color Guard Rifle Squad for many years.
Jack served Nessel Township as its Supervisor and Election Judge. Jack enjoyed his morning coffee in Rush Point for many years and for the past 17 years every Monday through Saturday, he coffeed with special friends Jim Dellwo, Harold Ecklund and whoever else would join them.
Jack Olson is survived by his three sons Steve (Candace) Olson of McGregor, Keven (Gail) Olson of Zimmerman and Cary (Julie) Olson of Cambridge; eight grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife and parents.
Jack Olson’s life will be celebrated at 4 p.m., Friday, April 22, 2016 with a gathering of family and friends one hour prior to the service with military honors provided by the Grothe-Jacobson VFW Post #6692, Rush City American Legion Post #93 and Minnesota National Guard and the all at the Olson Funeral Chapel in Rush City.
Interment will take place in the Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis.
Funeral arrangements for Jack Olson of West Rush Lake are entrusted to the Funeral and Cremation Service of Rush City-Olson Chapel.
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Gary Aldan Crider, age 63, of Braham, passed away April 8, 2016.

Arrangements by Rock-Ingebrand Funeral Home of Braham, (320)396-2121.

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Ronald J. Karlson, age 78, of Cambridge, passed away April 8, 2016.

Arrangements by Strike Funeral Homes, (763)689-2070.

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Robert “Bob” Potts, age 61, of Cambridge died April 10, 2016 at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, APRIL 22nd at New Hope Community Church. A time for visiting will be held one hour prior to the service at church. Full obituary next edition and also at StrikeFuneral.com.

Milton W. Tinkham, age 71, of Milaca died unexpectedly on April 9, 2016.
A Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 16 at Strike Funeral Home-Cambridge Chapel at 11 a.m. with a visitation one hour prior. A private internment is planned for a later date.
Milton William Tinkham was born September 26, 1944 to parents Milton and Ethel Tinkham in Berwyn, IL. Milton was raised in Potosi, Wisconsin along with his sister Dolores. Milton attended Potosi High School and graduated in 1962. He then attended vocational school in Illinois to become a tool and die maker. He worked at John Deere and FMC for many years as well as owned his own business for many years.
Milton married the love of his life Linda on July 24, 1987. Together they had eight children: Yolanda, Rhonda, Jonelle, Missy, Tom, Pete, Mindy and Brad. Milton and his wife lived in rural Isanti county. Milton enjoyed traveling with his wife, spending time with his family, hunting, fishing and cutting wood. He will be remembered for his love of the outdoors and love of family and friends.
Milton W. Tinkham passed away on April 9, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife Linda R. Tinkham and his parents Milton N. Tinkham and Ethel (Mueller) Tinkham.
He is survived by his children, Yolanda (Kevin) Dailey of Menomonee Falls, WI, Rhonda (Peter) DeBartoli of Staten Island, NY, Jonelle Nelson of North Branch, MN, Missy (Chris) Golden of Cambridge, MN, Tom (Tammy) Lindblom of Pine City, MN, Mindy (Travis) Hamilton of Milaca, MN, Pete Schintz of Isle, MN and Brad (Amanda) Swanson of Shafer, MN; his sister, Dolores (Bruce) Sorensen of Green Bay, WI; 18 grandchildren and many other close relatives and friends.
Online condolences can be made at StrikeFuneral.com.

Dorothy Virginia Woolcott, age 96 of Cambridge, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 11, 2016 surrounded by her family at GracePointe Crossing Gables-West.
Dorothy was the adopted daughter of Fred and Sarah Hirt. She grew up and attended school in the Anoka area.
She married Andy Tronson and was blessed with three children; Tony and twins Sarah and Sam. She later married Harvey Woolcott and was again blessed with a daughter Ila.
Dorothy lived in the St. Francis and Bethel areas, later in Isanti and finally in Cambridge.
She enjoyed sewing, reading and loved nature, especially hiking and picnics.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Fred, Richard, Gilbert and Charles Hirt.
She is survived by her children, Sarah Tronson of Isanti, Tony Tronson of Iowa, Sam Tronson of Iowa and Ila (James) Kunshier of Cambridge; eight grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Funeral service held at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 15, 2016 at GracePointe Crossing Chapel 135 Fern St N in Cambridge. Visitation is 30 minutes prior to service at the chapel. Interment will be at Christ the King Catholic Cemetery in Cambridge.
Arrangements are in the care of Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge. Online condolences can be shared at www.carlsonlillemoen.com.

Agnes R. Hornquist, age 97, of St. Paul, formerly of Mora, passed away April 12, 2016.

Arrangements by Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (763)689-2244.

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Robert “Bob” Potts, age 61, of Cambridge died April 10, 2016 at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital due to complications from Influenza.
Robert Harold Potts was born December 20, 1954 in Poitier, France to Robert and Barb. His father was in the military and they lived in several countries during his service. He attended school in Lodi, OH.
Bob went on to serve his country in the U.S. Navy for 20 years, retiring in 1992 at the rank of Senior Chief. He completed several interesting tours of duty including the Pentagon (1973-1975, 1979-1984) and aboard the USS THEODORE ROOSEVELT (CVN-71) during the Gulf War (1990-1992). After retirement he moved to Isanti, MN; in 1999 he started working for the Isanti County Sheriff’s Office as a Correctional Officer and worked there until his passing. He was awarded a lifesaving certificate for saving the life of an inmate in 2013. Bob was also a volunteer member of the Isanti Fire Department.
Bob was full of life and always had a joke to tell, he truly enjoyed nothing more than making people laugh. He also really enjoyed grilling, birdwatching, working on his dream house, participating in the where’s George tracking of dollar bills, and spending time with his Jack Russel Terrier puppies Penny, Daisy and Ozzie.
Bob will be lovingly remembered by his best friend and soul mate, Dawn; three children, Robert Potts Jr., Eleanor (Mike) Kelley, and Rachael Potts; three step-sons, Mitchell (Jessica) Mosio, Alan Mosio, and Phillip (Colette) Mosio; father, Joe (Fran) Potts; five brothers, Brian, Jon (Dale), Mike (Jody), Jim (Libby), and Jeri (Barb); nine grandchildren, Tony, Brett, Connor, Zander, Joseph, Wyatt, Hosanna, Elliana, and Arayah; and by many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his biological father, Robert; mother, Barb; and brother, Jeff.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, April 22nd at New Hope Community Church. A time for visiting will be held one hour prior to the service at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. The family of Robert Potts would like to give a special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. Military Honors provided by Cambridge American Legion. Online condolences can be made at StrikeFuneral.com.

Kent Daryl Tufvander, age 56, of Cambridge, MN passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016, after a long battle with cancer.
Kent was born September 23, 1959 in Littlefork, MN and spent his childhood and early adult years there. He lived in several other locations before moving to Cambridge, MN where he resided for the last 15 years.
Kent worked in various construction industries, including asbestos removal and truck driving, and enjoyed hunting and fishing during his leisure hours. He was everyone’s favorite handyman and was always willing to help friends and neighbors with their projects. He had a generous and giving nature, as evidenced by his “adoption” of three elderly gentlemen. He visited them regularly, providing transportation when needed, help with household projects, shopping assistance and mostly a lot of love and friendship. He enjoyed visiting with family, but especially loved spending time with his numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Kent was a favorite at family gatherings, always ready with a good joke or a funny story. He also loved to cook, but the clean-up, not so much!
Kent was preceded in death by his parents, Russell R. and Phyllis M. (Staples) Tufvander, and brother-in-law Tim Gable.
He is survived by his devoted partner, Linda Olson; four brothers, Russell (Janet), Jerry, Lee (Frances), and Kim; two sisters, Susan Hertel (Ed), and Beth Gable; one “adopted” brother, Ted (Virginia) Lysdal; four step-children; 15 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; as well as many nephews and nieces.
A celebration of life will be held at Kent’s favorite watering hole, Sidelines, in Cambridge, MN, on May 7, 2016 from 4-7 p.m. A local gathering will also occur in Littlefork, MN on a date as yet to be determined.

Steven Frank Johnson, age 60, of Isanti, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family.
Steven was born on July 14, 1955 in Chicago, Illinois to Rubin and Geraldine (Nelson) Johnson. He grew up on a farm in rural Isanti. Steven graduated from Cambridge High School in 1973. Steven was employed with Ford Motor Company for 30 years and retired in 2007. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and woodworker. He had a passion for the outdoors, music, farming and cutting wood.
Steven is survived by his mother, Geraldine Johnson; son, Adam (Shay) Johnson, son, Eric Johnson; brother, Michael (Cindy) Johnson, sister, Shawna (Tim) Gleason, brother, Bradley Johnson; grandchildren, Trent and Brooke Johnson; and several nieces, nephews, relatives and close friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Rubin Johnson and his wife, Judy (Salisbury) Johnson.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 30th at South Isanti Baptist Church, 3367 County Road 5 NE, Isanti, MN 55040. A time for visiting will be held one hour prior to the service. Online condolences can be made at StrikeFuneral.com.

Ella Hyde, age 91, of Cambridge died April 20, 2016 at GracePointe Crossing Gables East.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, June 4th at Salem Lutheran Church in Dalbo. A time for visiting will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Full obituary later edition. Online condolences can be made at StrikeFuneral.com.

Arlene Ferguson (Glaser), age 75, of Isanti, died April 20, 2016 at Abbott – Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.
She is survived by husband, Richard; children, Cindy (Mark) Johnson, Cyril (Kim) Ferguson, Steve (Susan) Walker, Brenda (Dave) Johnson, Terry (Sue) Ferguson, Corey Ferguson, Ida Ferguson and Steve; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Emil and Mary Glaser; two brothers, Rick and Chuck Glaser.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements with Strike Funeral Home – Isanti Chapel.

Mildred “Mille” Maurine Long of Cambridge passed away on April 21, 2016 at the age of 94 years, 8 months and 4 days.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Franklin Long; her son, Kenneth; and daughter, Darlene.
She was born in Wells, Minnesota on August 18, 1921 to Charles and Clara Giese.
Millie loved her family dearly and is survived by Linda (Al) Cline of Michigan, JoAnn Boylan of Michigan, Charlene (George) Miller of Pennsylvania, Joseph (JoAnn) Long, Jr. of Minnesota, Carol (Greg) DeLine of Minnesota. There was nothing Mildred enjoyed more than her 18 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and 8 great-great grandchildren.
She loved playing cards, word search puzzles and watching the Family Feud.
Funeral services were held Sunday, April 24th at Cambridge Lutheran Church with Rev. Dennis Wright officiating. Mary Kay O’Neill served as organist and Donn Fredlund as soloist. Pallbearers were Robert Boylan, Theodore Cline, James Long, Logan DeLine, Ryan Long and Clinton Long. Interment was in Cambridge Lutheran Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at StrikeFuneral.com.

Violet Emma Kriesel, 78, of Isanti passed away on Friday, April 22, 2016 at the Elim Home in Princeton.
She was born on June 2, 1937 in Princeton, MN to Ruben and Mabel (Hansen) Meyer. Violet grew up on the family farm in rural Princeton. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Princeton. Vi attended country school and graduated from Princeton High School in 1955.
On September 24, 1955 she was united in marriage to Wendell Kriesel at Zion Lutheran Church, Princeton. They lived on her family farm until 1959 when they moved to their home in the Oxlip area which is where they would raise their three children.
Violet worked various jobs over the years, was a former member of Zion Lutheran Church of Crown and Joy Lutheran Church. She was a current member of Long Lake Lutheran Church.
Vi enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting and made many things over the years. She also liked cooking, fishing and camping.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Wendy on July 31, 2011.
Violet is survived by her children Lynn (Michael) Erickson of Stanchfield, Paula (Bernard) Hierlmaier of Isanti, Kevin (Joleen) Kriesel of Isanti; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brother Carl (JoAnn) Meyer of Princeton; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at Long Lake Lutheran Church. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery. Online condolences at www.carlsonlillemoen.com. Arrangements are with the Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge

Warren B. Solem, age 83, of Cambridge, passed away April 21, 2016.

Arrangements by Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services, (763)689-2244.

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Eva Virginia Nelson, age 94, of Cambridge, formerly of Lewis Lake area, passed away April 21, 2016.

Arrangements by Akkerman Ingebrand Funeral Home, (320)679-1933.

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