Steve S. Wysocki of Scandia, MN
June 12, 2007
Born in Chicago, Illinois on September 16, 1923, passed on June 12, 2007.
Steve enlisted in the Army Air Corps in June of 1942 and was sent to San Antonio, TX for flight training. One of his favorite things to do was to fly T-6’s just above tree top height. After passing flight training, he became a test pilot and was sent to the Pacific theater during World War II. While stationed in India, he was checked out in 25 different types of aircraft. His favorite aircraft was the P-51 Mustang. Towards the end of the war, he spent time flying the hump.” Steve achieved the rank of Captain. In 1946, Steve retired from the AAC.
In June of 1949, Steve married Lillian S. Kalinski and settled in the southern suburbs of Chicago. Together they raised three sons, David, Dale and Daren. The three sons are proud to have had Steve as their father and best friend. In 1962, Steve accepted a position with 3M Company. In 1963, the family moved to Minnesota. Minnesota offered many new experiences for the family. Many family camping trips were taken in the state. Fall camping trips to the upper St. Croix River Valley brought Steve a great deal of happiness. He also derived happiness from the many pet dogs that the family had, and the pets enjoyed him. Every pet had their place by his side at the dinner table. Residing in Scandia during his retirement, he had the time to enjoy “just how green everything is.” The serenity of country life agreed with Steve.
Special thanks to Dr. John Eikens of Fairview Lakes Health Services; Bev Warnke and Gretchen Kirvida of the Fairview Lakes HomeCaring & Hospice for making Steve comfortable during his final days.
There will be no visitation; a private interment will take place at a later date.
LaVerne M. Graslee of Shafer, MN
June 11, 2007
Beloved Mom and Grandma, age 73 of Shafer, MN passed away peacefully on June 11, 2007.
LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents, Rudolph and Ida Hodel and three brothers, Harold Hodel, Earl Hodel and Arnold Hodel; sister, Leona Johnson and former husband, John H. Graslee, Sr.
LaVerne leaves behind her children, Jacquelyn (Richard) Wittwer of North Branch, Vicki (Leroy Petry) Graslee of Forest Lake, Kristi Graslee and John H.Graslee, Jr. of Shafer, MN; 6 grandchildren, Brent Wittwer, Erin Wittwer. Dan Tyler, Brittney Tyler, Donovan Graslee and Samantha Graslee, brother, Ronald (Doreen) Hodel; brother-in- law, Cy Johnson and “adopted daughter,” Sherry Cameron; as well as nieces nephews, and a host of friends.
LaVerne was a member of the Forest Lake VFW 4210 Auxiliary where she served as a past president, member of the American Legion 225Auxiliary and past president of the Cabane. LaVerne loved life and loved being with her friends and family. She is well known for her sewing, homemade crafts and baking. LaVerne didn’t have time in her retirement to fully enjoy all her dreams and wishes; however, she knew how to enjoy each moment of every day. LaVerne had a unique quality about herself that made a lasting impression on everyone who met her.
A Gathering of Friends and Family will be held Friday, June 15, 2007 from 5-6:30 PM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Dr SW, Forest Lake (651-464-4422) with a Memorial Service beginning at 6:30 PM.
Lillian A. Kunshier of Ham Lake, MN
June 11, 2007
Age 86 of Ham Lake, MN. passed away June 11, 2007 surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by husband, Leonard; son, Dale; daughter, Marlene; great grandson, Kolby and 10 brothers and sisters. Survived by children, Warren (Cheryl) Kunshier, Beverly (Charles) Peterson, Bill (Marge) Kunshier, Patti (Gary) Shipman, Don Kunshier and Jilayne Helmbrecht; grandchildren, Kimberly, Kristin, Kelly, Kara, Joseph, Jonathan, Lisa, Greg, Mark, Gina, Sarah, Tanner, Tara, Jason, Bradley, Jennifer, Jacob and 20 great grandchildren. Funeral service Thursday June 14th, 11 AM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 SW Centennial Dr., Forest Lake with visitation one prior to service. Interment Oak Park Cemetery, Forest Lake.
Edward E. McCarty of Chisago City, MN
June 10, 2007
Heaven Has Gained A Master Gardener. Sitting in his garden under the grape vine while his wife Judy of 54 years planted his tomatoes at their beautiful home on Chisago Lake. Edward passed away peacefully from a stroke Sunday, June 10th. His Legacy seeds thrive in his children; son, Michael; daughter-in-law, Catherine; grandson, Jeremy of Lakewood, Colorado; son, Kerry of Mounds View; daughter, Marileah of Chisago City, Trisha and son-in-law, Mark Luedke of Denver, Colorado. His brotherly love was felt by his sisters Patricia Ostrander of Brainerd and Kathleen (Gary) Jensen of Nisswa. Born February 18, 1934 to Harold and Edna McCarty, Ed’s life of 73 years was filled with adventure. As a crane operator and then CEO of the family business Midwest Erectors and member of the I.U.O.E. 49ers, Ed also tended to his vegetable and flower gardens on Langton Lake in Roseville. Instrumental in preserving Langton Lake, the land of Ed and Judy’s Roseville home is now a park for all to enjoy. In 1995, Ed and Judy built a home on Chisago Lake where visitors stand in awe of their gardens. As a 1953 Murray High School graduate, a young 1950s member of the St. Paul Men’s Gardening Club and 1990s Chisago County Master Gardeners, Ed’s plantings in his gardens and in life will forever flourish. Also survived by Mother-In-Law Theresa Schwartz of Marine on the St. Croix; Aunt Helen Lyons of St. Paul; Aunt Hazel Larson of Florida and many cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. Funeral service Friday, June 15th 1:30 PM at ROBERTS FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 555 Centennial Dr SW, Forest Lake. Visitation Thursday, June 14th 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment Green Lake Cemetery, Chisago City, MN.