by Colleen Chilson | Jun 27, 2024 | Obituaries
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Lauseng, Carron Lillian (Anderson), Age 83 of Welch, MN, passed away October 15, 2023. She was born on May 11, 1940 in Waverly, MN the daughter of Elmer and Lillie Anderson.
She worked many years in assisted living, and loved helping people. She and her husband, Ralph, enjoyed time with friends and family, traveling, and spending their winters in California.
Carron is survived by her children, Sandra (David) LaChance; Dennis Gerger; stepson,Tal (Sheila) Lauseng; grandchildren, Drey and Danielle Gerger; Tori and Trevor Lauseng; brother, Gerald Anderson, who has since passed away; many family and friends.
Carron is pre-deceased by her husband, Ralph Lauseng; siblings, Marvel Erdahl; Vernon Anderson; Helen Kramazc, Margie Rice; Harold Anderson; parents, Elmer and Lillie Anderson.
A special thank you to Haven Homes in Maple Plain. Everyone was amazing and took such good care of her. She was such a kind soul and kept everyone laughing with her jokes and little sayings.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, July 18th at 11:00 AM at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo, with the visitation one hour prior followed by a luncheon.
The Peterson Chapel, Buffalo MN assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
by Colleen Chilson | Jun 26, 2024 | Obituaries
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February 24, 1951 – June 24, 2024
Glen T. Williams, 73, of New Hope, died peacefully at home Monday, June 24, 2024, after a long battle with prostate cancer.
Glen drove cab for over 35 years for Airport/Town Taxi. Glen is preceded in death by his parents, Ken and Barbara (Fredrickson) Williams, his grandparents and nephew JR Trondson.
He is survived by his forever love: Laurie DesMarais; his son: Jason Williams; grandsons: Cody and Chace Williams, Caden, Davis, Noah and Darin Jr. DesMarais; brothers: Brad (Michele), Dave (Karen) and Jeff (Debbie) Williams; son-in-law: Darin (Nicci) DesMarais, nephews and nieces.
Visitation and memorial service will be held at The Peterson Chapel, 119 Central Avenue N., Buffalo, MN on Monday, July 1 from 3-7 P.M. Inurnment will be held Wednesday, July 3 at 10 A.M. at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery, 1300 Barton Avenue N.W., Buffalo, MN.
by Colleen Chilson | Jun 24, 2024 | Obituaries
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Bonita Ruth Steffens, age 76, passed away on June 22, 2024 at The Terrace of Crystal in Crystal, MN.
Bonnie was born on September 1, 1947 in Monticello, MN – the daughter of William Mathew and Joyce Myrtle (Weber) Steffens. She grew up in St. Michael and lived there for the greater portion of her life. She graduated from St. Michael Catholic High School with the class of 1966.
Bonnie worked many jobs in her life; she worked many years for Tonka Toys in Mound until their departure of the state. She then worked at Log House Foods and Wagner Spray Tech in Plymouth, Carlson Market in Maple Plain, which became Archway in Rockford, and several temp jobs until health issues forced her to retire.
She had many health battles in her life: cancer, several falls with one resulting in multiple screws and pins in her shoulder, a broken neck, concussion, Covid in May 2020, and then a diagnosis of Vascular Dementia after the concussion due to a fall. But she always said, “I am too stubborn to give up!”
She enjoyed shopping, loved her church family at the Monticello Covenant Church, reading, especially her Bible, doing word searches, crossword puzzles, and talking on the phone with her friends, especially her cousins to remember the “good old days”.
Survived by her sister, Shelly (Greg) Theis; niece, Sarah Theis (Ben); uncle, Ken Weber; and many cousins and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Joyce (Weber) Steffens; grandparents, Charles and Dora Steffens, and Robert and Laura Weber; and godson, Randy Kottke.
Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 1:00 PM at The Peterson Chapel in St. Michael-Albertville (300 Main Street N). Visitation will begin two hours prior at 11:00 AM.
A private inurnment will be held at a later date at Joy Church Cemetery in Hassan, MN.
In lieu of flowers, send a donation to the Alzheimer’s Society at alz.com or the American Cancer Society at cancer.org.
Special thanks to Moments Hospice and the 2nd floor staff at The Terrace of Crystal for their wonderful care they gave her in her last few months.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The Peterson Chapel of St. Michael-Albertville. Online condolences for the family may be directed to www.thepetersonchapel.com
by Colleen Chilson | Jun 20, 2024 | Obituaries
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of St. Michael, MN
January 13, 1981 – June 7, 2024
Visitation
Saturday 29, 2024
begins at 10:00 a.m.
The Peterson Chapel – St. Michael, MN
Memorial Service
Saturday, June 29, 2024
11:30 a.m.
The Peterson Chapel – St. Michael, MN
* reception to follow the service at the funeral chapel
Nicole Brooke (Christopherson) Bloomberg, of St. Michael, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 7, 2024, at the University of Minnesota – East Bank, after a long and courageous battle with congestive heart failure and waiting for her miracle (a heart transplant).
Nicole was born on January 13, 1981, to Karen Christopherson (Rutz) in Jackson, Tennessee. Nicole and Karen spent the first several months of Nicole’s life conquering the world together until meeting Nicole’s future adoptive father, Jeffrey Christopherson. After welcoming Nicole’s brothers, Anthony (Tony) and Randy, the Christopherson family returned home to Minnesota and began planting their roots.
Nicole graduated from Maple Grove Senior High School and North Hennepin Community College with an Associates degree in marketing and management. She spent many years as a hardworking and successful business woman.
On June 23, 2018, Nicole married Charlie Bloomberg in a beautiful wedding surrounded by their family and friends at Bertram Park in Monticello, Minnesota.
In 2020, Nicole became a caregiver/nanny to her two beloved nephews, Kaden and Karter. She loved nothing more than taking them to the zoo, library, parks and numerous other “field trips”.
Nicole was tiny, but mighty and often referred to as “fun sized”. Her petite stature certainly did not reflect her bold, strong, independent and courageous personality. Despite her obstacles, she took nothing for granted. She lived each and every day with purpose and was a treasured member of her family. She will be remembered for her infectious laugh, smile and her incredible love for life and her family.
Predeceased by great grandparents, Archie and Bernice Nelson; grandparents, Ken and Diane Sheppard; grandpa, Gerald Christopherson; great aunt, Kathy Brandenburg; cousins, Eric and Aaron Christopherson.
Survived by spouse, Charlie Bloomberg; parents, Jeffrey and Karen Christopherson; brothers, Tony (Jordan), Randy (Linzy) Christopherson; sister, Dyneil Tadros; brother-in-law, Joe Tadros; step-children, Libby and Nolan Bloomberg; in-laws, Mike and Christina Beyer; numerous aunts and uncles; her beloved nieces, nephews and grandson, who were the lights of her life: Dempsey and Immy (Tadros), Mackenzie, Audrey, Kaden and Karter (Christopherson) and Myles (Roden).
by Colleen Chilson | Jun 17, 2024 | Obituaries
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Brady Scott Wagner, born August 7, 1989, in Buffalo, MN, passed away unexpectedly on June 13, 2024, after a brief illness. Brady was the beloved son of Scott and Corinne (Light) Wagner.
A graduate of Buffalo High School’s Class of 2008, Brady was known for his warm, outgoing personality and kind heart. He worked at McDonalds for many years, where he was a cherished colleague and friend to many.
Brady had a passion for fishing, particularly enjoying his time on the river. He loved gathering with friends and family, watching football, and engaging in good conversations. His sense of humor and sociable nature made him a joy to be around, and he formed countless friendships throughout his life.
He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Doug Wagner; step-grandfather, Walter Fields; cousin, Donnie Lind; sister-in-law, Angela Wagner; uncle, David Godfrey; and dog, Sophie.
Brady is survived by his parents, Scott and Corinne; brothers, Blake (Kelsey) Wagner and Joe (Katie) Wagner; grandparents, John and Mary Light, and Helene Fields; aunts and uncles, Sherry Light (Kenny), Jeff (Michelle) Light, Aimee (Todd) Lind, Danielle (Tim) Lee, Brenda Canning, and Dana Godfrey; cousins, Zoe, Jake, Hannah, Daniel, Jack, Maddie, Dain, Brett, Gannon, Darby, Shay, Camryn, August, and Thomas; numerous friends, including all his coworkers, neighbors, and best pals, RJ and Mikey, and all his fishing buddies.
A time of gathering will be held Sunday, June 23, 2024 at The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo, MN from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Arrangements have been entrusted to The Peterson Chapel of Buffalo, MN. Online condolences for the family may be directed to www.thepetersonchapel.com
by Colleen Chilson | Jun 16, 2024 | Obituaries
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Wednesday, June 13th, 2024, Tim moved on from this life to his next exciting journey. He was surrounded by his family at NCH Baker Hospital in Naples, FL after fighting for 71 days in the CVICU to regain the strength of his lungs from several viral and bacterial infections which led to ARDS.
Timothy “Tim” Davenport, 61, born May 17, 1963, grew up and raised his family in Buffalo, MN. He was currently residing in Chaska, MN to be closer to his grandchildren. He married his high school sweetheart Shari (Peterson) Davenport on October 20, 1984.
Tim followed his childhood dream of becoming a pilot. He has done it all: small airplane, flying drag racer Tom Hoover, judges, and attorneys on their dream hunting and fishing adventures, running the Flight Department for Tri-State Drilling in Hamel, MN. While flying for Champion Air, he piloted 727s where he flew basketball teams, prisoners, the Department of Energy, John Edwards when he was campaigning, as well as thousands of passengers – just to mention a few. With Sun Country Airlines he flew 737s. Around the world for Southern Air Transport, he saw and experienced more than most will in a lifetime while piloting 747s & 777s. Tim retired from flying to run Satellite Engineering, his father’s precision sheet metal shop in Maple Grove, MN with his wife Shari, son Jeff and daughter Patti. His final job was picking his grandkids up from St. John Christian School, spoiling them, and spending the winter in Florida with his wife Shari.
He loved family, people, friends, travel, speed, and excitement. He loved snowmobiling, the water, and boating (lake or ocean). He took his motorhome (his granddaughter called “big boy”) traveling the country. He loved to show his grandchildren the country.
His love, laughter, and humor will forever be missed by those he leaves behind, his wife Shari; son, Jeffery “Jeff” Davenport; daughter, Patricia “Patti” Davenport; granddaughter, Hannah; & grandson, Jacob Davenport. Mother, Patricia “Pat” Davenport; sister, Tammy Aldrich; brother, Chris Davenport; step-mother-in-law, Margie Peterson; brother-in-law, Russ (Terry) Peterson; sisters-in-law, Cyndi Dickson and Jenny (Benjy) Versteeg; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Davenport; infant brother, Scott Davenport; father-in-law, Edwin “Ed” Peterson; mother-in-law, Patricia (Shull) Peterson; and nephew, Tanner Dickson.
Tim our precious “pilot”, a man whose wings of humor and love embraced all who knew him. His laughter filled the skies, just as his generosity warmed the hearts of his family and grandkids. In his presence, joy was a constant companion, and his spirit soared higher than any plane he piloted. The memories of his infectious humor and boundless love will bring comfort to all who knew him.
Evening visitation will be held Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM with brief prayer service at 7:00 PM at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo, MN.
Funeral service will be held the following day on Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo, MN with visitation one hour prior. Interment to follow at Zion Lutheran Cemetery. Service will be livestreamed for those who cannot attend:https://www.youtube.com/live/JOduOkTeFzg
Arrangements have been entrusted to The Peterson Chapel of Buffalo, MN. Online condolences for the family may be directed to www.thepetersonchapel.com
