May 2026

Gerald "Gary" Dean DeBoer Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:23pm

GERALD "GARY" DE BOER, 83, of Aitkin, passed away April 20, 2026, at the St. Cloud Hospital. Born Nov. 14, 1942, in Pine River to Charles and Della (Carlson) DeBoer, he married Karen Anderson on Oct. 11, 1997, in Monticello. Gary retired after 37 years as a 5th grade teacher in the Monticello School District and was also a longtime Realtor for Wright Sherburne Realty. He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Crosby and volunteered at the Crosby Food Shelf. Gary and Karen enjoyed winters in Orange Beach, AL.

William "Bill" Edward Dangers Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:22pm

WILLIAM "BILL" EDWARD DANGERS, 73 of Aitkin, passed away on May 6, 2026 at his home. He was born on May 19, 1952 in Crosby to William and Laverne (Greenhagen) Dangers Sr. Bill was united in marriage to Vicky Kessler on May 27, 1978 in Iron Hub.   Bill was a retired employee at Graphic Packaging in Crosby with 35 years of service; he was a current chairman/supervisor with the Rabbit Lake Township Board for 17 years.  He was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Iron Hub, holding many administrative duties with the church.

Roberta Maxine and Bernard LeRoy Chapman Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:19pm

Roberta Maxine Chapman, 97, of Arden Hills, died on Dec. 25, 2025 at St. John's Hospital in Maplewood. She was born July 19, 1928 in Kellerton, IA to Truman, Sr. and Lula Baker. She married Bernard Leroy Chapman on June 20, 1948 in Des Moines, IA. She was a secretary in Iowa government for 35 years and was a former owner of Rogers Lake Resort in Emily. After retirement, they moved to their lake home at Roger Lake and spent summers at the lake and wintered in the south, especially enjoying their time in Biloxi, MS. In 2016, they moved to Heartwood Senior Living Community in Crosby.

Marvin Lee Taylor Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:16pm

MARVIN LEE TAYLOR, 84, of Irondale Township, passed away at home on April 30, 2026. He was born on Jan. 16, 1942 in Farm Island Township to Glen and Rose (Hinman) Taylor.  He married Audrey Kanne on July 18, 1986 in Brainerd.   He was a retired Machinist with Burlington-Northern Santa Fe Railroad in Brainerd with 30 years of service. He is survived by his wife Audrey; one son, Shane Taylor of Ironton; one daughter, Christine (Steve) Riley of Brainerd; two sisters, Glenda (Stan) Pedenko and Lydia Corey; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Darlene Beth Carlson Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:16pm

DARLENE BETH CARLSON, aged 87, passed into eternal glory on April 9, 2026. The youngest of nine children, Darlene, née Juntunen, was born July 16, 1938, in Brainerd, MN, to Jacob and Hilma Juntunen. Darlene Carlson, a native of Brainerd, Minnesota, graduated from Washington High School in 1956. Shortly after, she relocated to Minneapolis to embark on a new chapter of her life, where she met her future husband, Gerald (Jerry) R. Carlson. Their love blossomed, leading to their marriage on March 24, 1959. Jerry and Darlene’s union endured until Jerry’s passing in 2021.

James E. Gavin Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:14pm

JAMES E. GAVIN of Bemidji, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Memorial Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Bemidji.  The Knights of Columbus will lead a Rosary at 9:30 a.m.and there will be an hour of visitation starting at 10 a.m.  Interment will be at the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Bemidji.  Arrangements are with the Cease Family Funeral Home of Bemidji. Jim was born on May 5, 1945, in Crosby-Ironton to James and Phyllis (Galle) Gavin.

Fred W. Van Krevelen Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:13pm

FRED W. VAN KREVELEN, 82, of Crosby, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. Born in Minneapolis on April 16, 1944, Fred was a devoted husband and loving father. Known for his sharp mind and strong convictions, he was never shy about sharing his opinions. Whether discussing the state of the world or the best way to repair something, Fred relished a good conversation. He cared deeply about his family and friends and never missed an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue or offer heartfelt advice.

Juanit Fee Pearl (Winegarner) Hawks Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:12pm

JUANITA FAE PEARL (WINEGARNER) HAWKS ended her earthly journey on April 14, 2026 at the age of 93 in Rosemont. She was born on March 8, 1933 in Little Pine Township, Crow Wing County. Juanita lived for her family.  She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother.  She liked nothing better than spending time with and cooking for her family.  She also loved to travel, having visited all 50 states and 15 countries.  In addition, she loved gardening, canning, playing games and visiting with friends.

John Vinje Taylor Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:10pm

JOHN VINJE TAYLOR, 74, of Deerwood, passed away at his home on March 24, 2026. He was born in Merrill, WI, on October 17, 1951 to John and Alice Taylor. He was united in marriage to Sandra Snook on July 19, 1975 in Crosby.

Michael M. Beseres Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 05/19/2026 - 12:09pm

MIKE BESERES, 72, passed away gently on Orthodox Easter Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was at the St. Cloud Hospital where his room overlooked the Mississippi River. His life is a testament to all that is good. Mike was a 1972 graduate of Robbinsdale High School where he wrestled and made lifelong friends. He grew up with his brother, Steve and his mother, Anna. He was very proud of his Czechoslovakian heritage. His interests and passions led him to follow the path of becoming an Industrial Arts teacher.