Patricia “Pat” Irene Barker of Apache Junction, AZ
March 30, 2007
Age 69 of Apache Junction, AZ and formerly of Forest Lake, MN passed away on Friday, March 30, 2007 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by her parents, Clarus and Ellen Wolf. Survived by her husband, Alexander Barker; sister, Janet (Lee) Schmura; brother, George Wolf; daughter, Michelle Jergenson; son, Joe Taylor; stepson, Wayne Barker; adopted daughter, Tammy Inott; 6 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 4 nieces and nephews; her dog, Tucker; and many friends. Her pastimes included sewing, cooking and interior design. Pat can also be remembered as a Forest Lake School Bus Driver for more than 28 years. A Gathering of Friends will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 2007 4-8 PM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Drive SW, Forest Lake, MN. Private Family Interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Forest Lake, MN. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Banner Home Care & Hospice, 1325 North Fiesta Blvd. Suite #1, Gilbert, AZ 89233.
John H. Graslee, Sr. of Forest Lake, MN
March 19, 2007
Proud WWII US Navy Veteran. Passed away peacefully on March 19, 2007. John was preceded in death by his parents, John and Gudrun (Finanger) Graslee and his only sister, Doris Grewing. John leaves behind his former wife, Laverne Graslee; children, Jacquelyn (Richard) Wittwer of North Branch, Vicki (Leroy Petry) Graslee of Forest Lake, Kristi Graslee and John H.Graslee, Jr. of Shafer, MN and 6 grandchildren, Brent Wittwer, Erin Wittwer. Dan Tyler, Brittney Tyler, Donovan Graslee and Samantha Graslee. John and his family made Forest Lake their home in 1965 where he was self-employed at Wyard Industries. John retired in 1984. John was an Honorary Life Member VFW 4210, Honorary Life Member American Legion Post 225, Voyageur of 40-8 and member of the Cooties where he held numerous elected positions. John was also honored as a Life Boy Scout. Being an avid golfer and bowler were some of his favorite pastimes. Since 1999, acquiring state quarters has been his passion and he hoped to complete his collections – which his family has promised to do on his behalf. A Gathering of Friends and Family will be held Wednesday, March 21, 2007 from 5-7 PM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Dr SW, Forest Lake (651-464-4422) with a Veteran Memorial Service beginning at 7 PM. A family interment will take place at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.
David Stark of Wyoming, MN
March 14, 2007
Age 68 of Wyoming, MN and formerly of Forest Lake, MN passed away peacefully on March 14, 2007 at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, MN. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Millie Stark and his brother, Edward Stark. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Karen; son, Craig; granddaughter, Christina; sisters, Theresa Stark and Marilyn (Leo) Weix , brothers-in-law, Kurt Lundeen and Karl (Sandy) Lundeen and nieces and nephews, Brian (Carol) Weix, Theresa (William) Denzine, Peter (Sherri) Weix, Sarah Weix, Andrew (Becki) Weix, Cynthia (Brian) Brandow, Andrea (Charles) Sinn and Lucas Lundeen and their families. During his retirement, Dave enjoyed activities such as yard work and gardening, watching sports, having morning coffee with friends and spending time with his family and cats. A private family service will be held at a later date.