Elk River Star News

8/29/49 - 10/24/21 Age 72, of Elk River. Passed away on Oct 24, 2021. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Bob; 3 children, David (Suzanne), Jeff (Regina) and Kate (John);3 grandchildren, Nicole, Colton and Justin. Marlene loved her family and enjoyed spending time baking and cooking. She also enjoyed collecting and looking at cookbooks, 4-wheeling, bingo and the casino. Private family services. Dare's Funeral Home 763-441-1212 www.daresfuneralservice.com

Jason Saba (48), of Elk River, passed away unexpectedly on October 21, 2021. He was born on January 19, 1973, to Larry and Bonnie Saba of Elk River, MN. Jason is survived by his wife Tammy Saba, and their children Matthew (Lindsey Leska), Mitchell, and MaKenna Saba. Jason is also survived by his two sisters, Judee (Tony) Vesledahl and Laura (Saba) Fagerstrom. Jason was an avid outdoorsman (he especially loved to hunt whitetail deer), a hard worker, and was willing to help anyone in need. A wake will be held at Dare's funeral services in Elk River on Thursday, October 28th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm followed by a celebration of life service at 6:00 pm for anyone who would like to share...

Richard James Gardner Age 78 Formerly of Elk River/Otsego Area Passed away on 10/12/21. Born on 4/21/1943 in Belgrade, Yugoslavia to parents Marko & Dusanka (Gardner) Cvetich. He came to the United States at the age of 19 and entered the US Army when he was 23. After his honorable discharge from the military, he worked as a tradesman and carpenter building homes and barns. Richard had a lifelong love for horses having raced at Canterbury Downs for many years. He was also very fond of his Dobermans. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; and brother Branimir Cvetich. He is survived by longtime companion Dorothy Vaughn; nieces Amanda (Richard) Cvetich-Gorra, and Alexandra (Donny)...

Friendshuh, Roy H. Age 75 of Elk River passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Sunday, October 3, 2021, after a short battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by his parents Al & Winnie, brothers Keith & Alan, sister-in-law Linda, sister Carol & brothers-in-law Mark & Gary & granddaughter Hope. He enjoyed nature, fishing & took pride in his garden & having a nice yard. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Roy served in the US Navy from 1964-1970. He was a member of the Elk River Lions from 1984-2001. Roy worked as a corporate accountant most of his life. He was a wonderful husband, father & Papa Goofy to 7...

Brady, William John age 88 of Princeton passed away on October 1, 2021. Bill was born November 1, 1932 to William Donald and Gertrude Brady in Harvard, Illinois. He graduated from Harvard High School in 1950. He attended and graduated the University of Illinois. He served his country during the Korean War in the Navy. He married Minnie Alice Willie in 1957. Their marriage was blessed with four children. Bill and Minnie moved to Elk River in 1964. They raised their children there. In 1996 Bill and Minnie built their dream home in Princeton. Bill is survived by his four children, MaryAnn (Sean) Brierley, William (Lisa Jo), Martin (Theresa), Marjorie (Jeff) McCormick; many grand and...

Walker, Karolyn L. age 76 of Elk River, MN. Passed away on September 29, 2021. Preceded in death by husband, William "Bill" D. Walker. Survived by son, James; grandson, William; former daughter-in-law, Jennifer Walker; also other relatives and friends. Funeral service Monday, December 20, 2021, 11 AM with visitation 1 hour prior to service all at Dare's Funeral Home 805 Main St. NW Elk River, MN. 55330 Interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Arr. Dare's Funeral Home 763-441-1212 www.daresfuneralservice.com

Brian K. Nass, Passed away suddenly at the age of 64. Born March 9, 1957, died September 29, 2021. First born of George and Mavis Nass. Brian grew up in Big Lake, after graduation he join the US Army and served 4 years in Germany. Brian was an active member of the American Legion Post #567, Color Guard and Honor Guard in St. Michael MN. Brian leaves behind his wife, Jaydee; children, Jamie Nass and Krista Opsahl; grandchildren, Jamison Nass, Zayn Nass, Blake Goodall, Jozey Goodall, Brynja Jones, Ezra Jones. Siblings, Scott, Todd (Phyllis Vyskocil), Shelly Bialka (Tom), Mary Parrow (Bill), Troy (Rhonda) Palmquist ); mother-in-Law, Shirley; step-children, Danlye Jones, Harry Jones, Jackie...

Age 87, of Rogers (formerly of Brooklyn Center). Born 11/29/1933 in Brandon Township, MN and Passed away on 09/29/2021 in Elk River, MN. Married Lucille Cihlar on June 21,1955. Wendell was a graduate of Brandon Consolidated High School. He was U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean Era. He retired from truck driving at Land O Lakes in 1996. Wendell was a lifelong member of the 4th Degree - Knights of Columbus. He was a Boy scout leader for his sons. Along with Lucy they Wintered 20+ years at Paradise Park in Pharr, TX and spent their summers at Pathfinder Village in Hinckley MN. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary (Klimek) Arndt; father, Ray Arndt; son-in-law, John Hoag; grandsons,...

Caouette, Earl age 83 of North Minneapolis passed away peacefully on September 27th at Epiphany Assisted Living, Coon Rapids, MN. Preceded in death by Father, Leo Caouette; Mother, Emogene Caouette & Sister, Marion Niznick Survived by Wife, Joan Caouette; children, Patti (Rick) Johns, Dan Caouette, Randy (Thongsa) Caouette & Ann (Brian) Vinson. Grandchildren, Laura, Patrick, Katie, Madeline, Charlie, Isabelle, Everett & Lewis. Great-grandson, Gustav. He is also survived by brothers, Leo Caouette & Mick Caouette. Arr. Dare's Funeral Home 763-441-1212 www.daresfuneralhome.com

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m., Monday, September 27, 2021 at St. Marcus Catholic Church in Clear Lake for Marjorie "Margie" Goenner, age 89, who passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service on Monday at church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Clear Lake. Marjorie was born September 21, 1932 in St Cloud to Frank and Martha (Lardy) Tischner. She grew up in St. Cloud and Clear Lake, MN. Margie was united in marriage to Thomas Goenner and they later moved to Elk River where they built a small hobby farm and raised ten children. Marjorie enjoyed gardening and was known for her...

Howard Guy LaPlante of Arden, NC died 9-20-2021. He was born at Hazelhurst farm, Elk River, Minnesota on 12-14-1931. He was preceded in death by parents Guy and Julia LaPlant, half sisters Ruth Grant, Marian McKeown and half brother Palmer LaPlant. He is survived by his wife Elfi Fazio LaPlante; son Bryan LaPlante (Colleen) of Murrieta, California; daughter Alexia LaPlante (David Mills), of Duluth, Minnesota; grandsons Ian and Logan Mills; step sons Steven, Thomas and Eric Fazio; sisters Dorcie Larson (Del) of Cambridge, Minnesota and Guyla Lilledahl of Cambridge, Minnesota. After graduating from Elk River High School he attended the University of Minnesota graduating in 1951. He farmed...

David Bruce Pearson, age 85 of Buffalo. Passed away May 7, 2021. Survived by wife, Sandra; children; Jon, Charlotte Lind (Charles), Gerald (Tracy), Angela Scott; Grandchildren; Seth, Alexa, Tiffany, Kalina, Keanna, Jasmine, great grandson; Skyler and Brother; Alan (Betty). He will be deeply missed by family and many friends. A Memorial service will be held on July 17th, at the Buffalo Free Church, 2051 50th Street NE, Buffalo, Minnesota at 11:00 AM. Reception to follow at the church. Private interment for family at a future date. The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo, Minnesota assisted the family with funeral arrangements. On-line condolences can be directed to www.thepetersonchapel.com

Age 76 of Otsego Preceded in death by parents, Manville & Renetta Schliemann; mother & father-in-law, Elmer & Doris Sachs; and brothers-in-law, Wally Ohland, Orville Sachs, and Erland Wateland. Survived by husband of 58 years, Arlyn; children, Rickey (Dawn), Lorie Jo (Eric), Tina (Jesse); grandchildren, Bryce (Candace), Brittany (Charles), Jarrett, Brooke (Nick), Brady, Caitlyn, Nikki, Ricky (Martha), Justin, and Tucker; great-grandchildren, Mollie, Addrian, Jaide, Ayvah, Aubrey, and Amelia; siblings, Myron Schliemann, Donna (Gene) Anderson, Lorene Thomas, Alan (Jean) Schliemann; and other relatives & friends. Funeral service 11AM, October 23, 2021 at EMMANUEL LUTHERAN...

Eileen Leona McCoy Died March 20, 2020 Frank Russell McCoy Died April 2, 2020 There will be a short burial/memorial service for both Eileen and Frank 10:00 am, Saturday, October 2, 2021, Vernon Cemetery, 30 Evans Ave. NW, Elk River, MN 55330.