SEPTEMBER 14, 2016
WHITE BEAR/VADNAIS HEIGHTS PRESS www.presspubs.com
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OBITUARY NOTICES
Edwin “Eddie” Bruce Chenevert Age 75, of North Branch, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord on Friday, September 2, 2016. Eddie was born December 28, 1940 in Emily, Minnesota to Philip and Mabel (Haarberg) Chenevert. After graduating from Remer High School in 1958, Eddie spent some time working with his father logging in northern Minnesota. He then moved to Chicago, Illinois where he worked at a window, sash and door manufacturing company. In 1961 Eddie returned to marry the love of his life Barbara Louise Resler on January 19, 1961 in Marble, Minnesota. Starting their married life together, Eddie and Barb were both employed at Minnewawa Lodge in Nisswa, Minnesota. After starting a family, they moved to Forest Lake in 1967 where Eddie was employed as a mechanic at Vadnais Motors in White Bear Lake. In 1970 he moved his growing family of five to North Branch where he continued to work for Vadnais Motors until 1991 when he joined Northwest Airlines; working there until his retirement in 2005. Eddie enjoyed motorcycling, working on projects in and around the home and traveling. Visiting the Ozark region was a favorite destination of Eddie and Barb. After purchasing a 2nd home along the shores of Bull Shoals lake in Arkansas, he made regular trips between Minnesota and there. Eddie enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren but most of all; he was a devoted husband to his wife Barbara for over 55 years. Eddie will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Edwin Bruce Chenevert is survived by his three sons, Jeff (Pamela) Chenevert, Wayne Chenevert and Brian Chenevert; four grandchildren (Melissa (Christopher) Engel, Nolan (Jessica Chenevert, Hope Chenevert & Josh Chenevert; 3 great grandchildren (Taylor & Brady Engel and Barrett Chenevert), his sister Phylis (Veryl) Fletcher, brother Vernon (Mary Lou) Chenevert, sister Mavis (Jerry) Berry and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Philip and Mabel and his brother Art. Memorial services were held on Sunday, September 11, 2016 at Trinity Lutheran Church in North Branch with Rev. Jon Yurk officiating. Family interment will take place at a later date.
Donna Jean (Stowell) Engel Donna Jean was born on December 12, 1945, in Britton, South Dakota. She married the only love of her life, Ward Allen Engel, on May 28, 1967, in Groton, South Dakota. Together they managed a successful financial services firm for 47 years. Donna loved traveling in their motorhome, gardening, singing and playing tennis and games. Being very creative, she also enjoyed sewing, painting and decorating. However, her truest joy was loving and spending time with her family and friends. On Saturday, August 27, 2016, she peacefully went to her heavenly home with her family by her side. She faced her 12-year ovarian cancer battle with an unshakeable faith, courageous determination and a positive outlook. Donna was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon Earl and Vivian Mae (Hatcher) Stowell. She is survived by her husband, Ward; children Dawn (Eric) Bartsch and Shawn (Gwendolyn) Engel; granddaughters Faith, Kayla, Kristiana and Kaitlyn; brothers Charles (Shirley), Dalton (Cynthia Stock) and Darryl Stowell; and many nieces and nephews. Although she will be deeply missed, her family is comforted in knowing that through faith in Jesus, our separation is only temporary.
LuAnn Kathman Loving Wife, Mom & Grandma Age 62 of White Bear Lake Passed away unexpectedly on September 8, 2016. Preceded in death by father Keith Oldewurtel and grandparents. Survived by husband of 38 years, Jim; sons Joshua (Tina) and Justin (Kris); grandson Parker Gerald; mother Lois Oldewurtel; sister Linda Staples (Alan); nieces, nephews and many friends. Employee of US Postal Service. Service was Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at First Lutheran Church, White Bear Lake. Interment St. Mary's of the Lake Cemetery, White Bear Lake. Visitation was Monday, September 12 at Mueller Memorial, White Bear Lake. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers to the family.
DEATH NOTICE
Joan Elaine Blom (Hjermstad, Hawkins) Joan Elaine Blom (Hjermstad, Hawkins), 81, of White Bear Lake, died Aug. 24, 2016. Memorial gathering 1-4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 at The Boulders Senior Living Community, 3533 Willow Ave., White Bear Lake.
Frances Eileen (Rooney) Gorowsky Age 83 of White Bear Lake Passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 10, 2016. Visitation will be at Mueller Mortuary in White Bear Lake on Thursday evening from 4-7 p.m. and 1 hour before Mass on Friday at 11:30 a.m. at St. Pius X Church in White Bear Lake. Reception & lunch to follow. Frances Eileen is survived by her seven loving children: Roxanne Markham, Sandra (Bruce Huber), Donald (Joan Comstock), Daniel, Susie (Michael Anderson), John (Elizabeth Wahl), Steven (Janel Godmare), 25 great and grandchildren, brothers Don and Terry Rooney, sisters Mary Ann Koch (Dick), Dorothy Feldman (Tom) and Kathy Hagkull (Ron), and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Larry (“Buck”) and husband. Eileen’s life was forever changed when her loving husband Donald (Rocky) of 59 years passed away in December 2012. Eileen was born on November 25, 1932 in St. Paul, MN. She grew up in White Bear Lake on the family farm on County Road E, which became the landmark Rooney’s Nursery. She graduated from White Bear Lake High School in 1950 and left home to work in Washington DC as a “government girl.” She returned to White Bear Lake and married Donald Gorowsky in October 1953. Together they made their home in White Bear Lake and raised seven children, while remaining active in many social activities. Eileen loved her large family and her many friends. She especially enjoyed adventure travels with her three sisters. Eileen will be fondly remembered as a kind, gentle, caring, loving and devoted friend, sister, wife, mother and grandmother. Memorials preferred.
Daryl J. Peterson Age 56 ~ Loved by All Passed away on Sept. 4, 2016 Preceded in death by his father and grandparents. He will be missed by loving wife Kim; sons Travis (Sarah), Austin, Brandon, and Zachary; grandchildren Lorenzo and Claire; mother Barbara; brother Gary (Denise); sisters Theresa (Al) Johnson and Kim (special friend John); mother-in-law and father-in-law Louise and Roger Pearson; many other loving relatives and friends. Memorial service was held September 13 at Sandberg Funeral Home in North St. Paul. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.