All Obituaries

Age 93, of Elk River, MN, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023. He was born April 16, 1930, in Biddeford, ME to parents Ernest and Marcia Wormwood (nee DeLaite). In 1945, Earle moved to Minneapolis, MN. After serving in the Korean War, he worked as a painting and wallpapering contractor which was his career until retirement. His eye for color and dedication to excellent workmanship were his trademark. In 1960, he married Nadine Gertrude Ehlert. They were married for 58 years. Earle is survived...

Arnold Peter LeVasseur, 90, of Dayton, MN, passed away peacefully on Sat. May 20, 2023.  Preceded in death by wife Marilyn; parents Leo & Anna; brothers Allen, Lloyd, and Warren, sisters Marvel Dahlen, Estelle Elordi, and Lucille Brown; and grandson Clay LeVasseur.  Survived by brother Leon (Joan); 6 children, Christine Larsen, Mark LeVasseur, Bruce (Jane) LeVasseur, Rod (Jan) LeVasseur, Paul LeVasseur, Jean LeVasseur; 8 grandchildren, Shane Larsen, Courtney Larsen, Anna...

Age 71, of Monticello, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Glenn and Evelyn (Kilmartin) Harter; wife, Susan. Mike is survived by his children, Christina, Jamie, and Katie (Dan); grandchildren, Jordanna, Blake, Jelise, and Jazmynn; other extended family (in-laws) and many dear friends. A Celebration of Mike’s life will be from 5PM-8PM on Friday, June 23, 2023 at the Monticello VFW Dorchester Post 8731, 713 Cedar St,...

Jean Kathryn Smith, age 80 of Elk River, formerly of Anoka, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. She was born on July 15, 1942 in Minneapolis to Warren and Katherine (Meade) Legg. Jean graduated from Anoka High School with the class of 1960. She furthered her education at St. Cloud State University. She was a member and co-director at the Anoka County Historical Society for many years. On June 8, 1968, Jean Legg and David Smith were united in...

Ritchie M. Larson, age 71 of Andover, MN, died peacefully at the St. Cloud VA Hospital on Sunday, May 28th, 2023. Rich was preceded in death by parents, Melvin and Alice;  and sister Christine. Rich is survived by wife Karen; son Nick (Jen); daughter Sara (Mike) Watroba;  grandchildren Alex, and Mayci; brother Tom (Nancy);  niece Anmarie; and nephew Jim. Rich was a Forest Lake High School graduate, served in the U.S. Army, was an EMT/Fire Fighter/Fire Marshall for the City...

Marlyce Kilmartin Bailey, “Musz” age 96, lifetime resident of Elk River, died May 26, 2023. She was preceded in death by her parents, Patrick & Eva Kilmartin; her husband, Albert Bailey; and sister Shirley Svendsen.  Survived byher children, Patty (Steve) Miller and Tim (Maggie). Grandmother of Keith Miller (Julia), children, Gray and August; Scott (Sara) Miller children Quinn and Leo; Amy (Patrick) Candlin children Albert and Sigrid; Lauren Bailey and Kerry (Brody)...

Hoium, William Dean “Bill”, age 66, surrounded by love, passed away from cancer, despite his positive spirit and his heroic efforts to fight it.  Bill leaves behind his wife and best friend of 44 years, Paula; honorary son, Jonathon (Tosha); honorary grandchildren, Jaden, Riley, Landon, Bay; close friend, Bev; his loyal poodles, Morgan and Cooper and cat Jasper; brothers, Stan (Berni) Hoium, Donald Hoium, Mark (Doreen) Hoium; sisters, Judi (Ernie) Eggert, June (Don)...

Douglas (Doug) James Mars, age 57 of Elk River, MN, passed away unexpectedly in his home on Tuesday, May 23rd 2023. Doug was born on December 31st 1965 in Minneapolis MN to James and Marlene Mars. Doug met Melissa Artus in 2010. They spent many years together before finally tying the knot in October of 2020. He and Melissa shared many wonderful adventurous years together. Doug had many interests. He was a jack of all trades. He worked in many different areas and was always willing to help...

Age 80, of Nevis (formerly of Brooklyn Center).  Passed away on March 14, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband, Art; parents, John and Michaelene (Harrison) Fort; brother, Ray Fort; granddaughter, Jacquelina. Carole is survived by her children, Larry Juliot, Brent (Christine) Juliot, John Perry, Jana Schnellman and Tim (Danielle) Perry; grandchildren, Nicholas, Ryan, Jeremy, Dominic, Benjamin, Brandon, Johnny, Samantha and Aidan; beloved great-grandchildren; many friends. A...

Michael Ferretti, age 61 of Elk River, MN. Born June 5, 1961, passed away June 2, 2023. Mike graduated from Elk River High School with the class of 1979. He proudly served with the US Navy in nuclear submarines for 8 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Ruth; sister, Rita Hohlen; and brother, Patrick. Mike is survived by his life partner, Nancy; older brother, Tony Ferretti; brother-in-law, Lee Hohlen and his daughters, Michelle and Tanya; sister-in-law,...