Robert Albert Orvis was born August 2, 1959 in Cincinnati, Ohio to Larry and Marie (Webber) Orvis.  When Rob was 3 years old they moved to Minnesota.  He attended the last one room school in West Rock where the only hot lunch was things you can put on the top of the furnace.  All six grades were in one room.  He then attended high school in Pine City.  While a senior in high school he drove his dad’s milk truck, one of the last milk trucks to haul cans of milk.  After graduating he attended Pine Technical College for two years to become a welder.  Rob married Holly McHale October 18, 1997.  For the past 32 years Rob has been employed at Schlagel Inc. in Cambridge.  Rob enjoyed records, 8 track tapes, audio books and especially putzing in his shed.  He loved helping friends and family with their many projects.

Rob Orvis passed away at home February 7, 2012 at the age of 52 years, 6 months and 5 days.  He was preceded in death by his father, Larry Orvis. 

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Holly; three daughters, Rhonda (Barry) Brown of Cambridge, Jolene Hoysler of Grandy, Jaime (Adrian) Johnson of Fridley; mother, Marie Orvis of Pine City; brother, Les (Roxanne) Orvis of Braham; two sisters, Brenda Huston of Pine City, Donna Orvis (Richard Hampeys) of Pine City; eight grandchildren, Danyel, Alexus, Samuel, Isaiah, Teagan, M’Kaiah, Lanaya and Ethan; nieces, nephews, and by many other relatives and friends.

Terry Robert Olson was born May 6, 1959 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota to Robert Allen and Patricia Ann (Pasch) Olson.  He was raised in Isle and graduated from Isle High School.  Terry married Karen Giles and they had three children, Chris, Terra and Trisha.  He worked at the Hamms/Strohs Brewery in St.Paul, the Reiner Brewery in Washington, and also at Weinhouser Brewery in Vancouver, Washington.  Terry later attended a Harley Davidson service and repair school in Arizona and became co-owner of a motorcycle shop in Isanti.  Most recently he has lived and worked in Woodland, Washington.  Terry enjoyed building things and remodeling, but he mostly loved traveling on his Harley. 

Terry Robert Olson passed away February 5, 2012 at the Oregon Health and Science University at the age of 52 years, 8 months and 29 days.  He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Olson, and a grandson, Jonah George. 

Terry is survived by one son, Chris Olson of Cambridge; two daughters, Terra Olson (Dan Tresedder) of Isanti, Trisha Olson of Isanti; by his mother, Patricia Olson of Isanti; by five grandchildren, Reed Olson, Layla Tresedder, Josephine Tressedder, Olivia Hadley and Chloe Hadley; and by other relatives and many friends.

Leona Mae Pettit was born Oct. 14, 1928 in Westline, Penn. to Harold and Evelyn Pollard. She wed George Pettit, a soldier, in Erie, Penn. on Feb. 17, 1950. They lived throughout the U.S. and the world while he was in the Army. When he was deployed (sometimes a year or two at a time), she ran the household and cared for the children. Leona was a strong woman who showed her children unconditional love. They remember her as a woman who gave her children the greatest gift one can: the gift of herself. She lived a life that put everyone else’s needs before her own. Leona never gave up on any of her children; she prayed for them, as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, every day. She was a selfless woman who gave good counsel, full of wisdom and grounded in Biblical principals. Her children recall many late night conversations with her, as she was interested in whatever they were interested in. She had a quirky sense of humor, was patient and stubborn at times, and had grey eyes full of comfort. The one thing that never changed over the course of her life was her strong Christian faith.

Gardening and birdwatching were her passions. She and her husband, George, enjoyed traveling throughout the United States after his retirement. She enjoyed playing Scrabble and Boggle with her grandchildren.

Leona Mae Pettit went to be home with her Lord on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012 at the age of 83 years, 3 months and 19 days.  She was preceded in death by daughter Elizabeth (at birth) and son John (1993).

She is survived by her husband George Wesley Pettit, Sr.; children George Pettit, Jr. (Beverly), Cathy Finnesgard (Mark), Virgil Pettit, Doreen Stroud (Carey), Rebecca Tricaglou (George), Paul Pettit (Amy) and Mark Pettit (Alana); 18 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

Kathleen Ann Bergman was born May 12, 1951 in Minneapolis to John and Betty (Jordan) Halloran. She was raised in Richfield and graduated from Richfield High School, Class of 1969.  On February 4, 1970 she married Randall Bergman at Fort Snelling. Kit was employed as a waitress and worked at the Creamery Café in Isanti for many years. She especially loved her grandchildren and the family activities. She also enjoyed reading, shopping and traveling.

Kathleen “Kit” Bergman died January 31, 2012 at her home at the age of 60 years, 8 months and 19 days.  Kit was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, John Michael Halloran.

She is survived by her husband, Randy; 3 children, Heidi (Dan) Vandenheuvel of Isanti, Heather (Mark) Townswick of Columbia Heights, Thomas (Megan) Bergman of Isanti; 7 grandchildren, Cole, Ross, Brady, Graydon, Halloran, Shelby and Trygve; and many other relatives and friends.

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Marilyn Ann Lillemo was born April 21, 1939 in Randall, Minnesota to Hattie and Walter Carl Gutman. Marilyn was the youngest of 9 children. She graduated from Brainerd High School. Marilyn married Jim Lillemo on May 24, 1958. After Jim came back from the Army they moved to Isanti and settled on the homestead in 1961. In 1965 they started a family and worked together to build their life. Her joys were having the grandkids over for swimming in the pool, treats and ice cream. She was always ready to go shopping or out for a lunch date.

Marilyn is survived by her husband, Jim; daughter, Tracy (Wayne) Neifert and their children, Chad and Jessie; son, Guy (Shannon) Lillemo and their children, Patrick (Laura), Samantha, Rebecca, William, Magnus, Anders and Henrik; great-granddaughter, Emily, daughter of Patrick and Laura ; and by many other relatives and friends.

Douglas J. Meyenburg, Sr. was born August 24, 1922 in Montevideo to Herman and Marie (Tesnow) Meyenburg. He was raised in Montevideo and graduated from Montevideo High School. He served in the Army where he met and married Arlene Sexton on February 16, 1945 in Alabama. After the military service they lived in northeast Minneapolis and then moved to Coon Lake in August of 1952. Doug has lived in that house since that time. He was a mechanic and was employed in several locations. In the 1950’s he owned a gas station in northeast Minneapolis and later worked at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. He later worked for the City of East Bethel and became supervisor for the road and park division and established the city park system. Doug retired from the City of East Bethel after more than 20 years of service. After retirement he volunteered many hours for the City of East Bethel. He was a member of many community groups and was a member of the NRA and PERM. He especially loved his family and grandchildren and did many things to benefit them. Doug will be deeply missed by many.

Douglas Meyenburg, Sr. died January 29, 2012 at his home at the age of 89 years, 5 months and 5 days.  Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his daughter, Sandy; great-granddaughter, Lauren; brother, Clem; and sister, Flo.

He is survived by 4 children, Doug (Bobbie) Meyenburg, Jr. of East Bethel, Sue (Terry) Stumvoll of Pequot Lakes, Don (Therese) Meyenburg of Isanti, Dave (Lori) Meyenburg of Vallejo, California; 16 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; and by many extended family and friends.

LaVerna Genevieve Mariette was born September 13, 1924 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Henry and Ida (Anderson) Norman.  Her family moved to a farm in Upsala where she was raised and attended school, graduating from Upsala High School.  On September 15, 1945 LaVerna married Charles Mariette and they made their first home in Minneapolis.  In 1955 they moved to Burnsville and in 1970 to rural Princeton.  Most recently she lived in Foley at Heritage Place for two and a half years and then at the Elim Care Center since November 2010.  LaVerna loved gardening and photography.  She also enjoyed country music and traveling.  Family was central to her life and she especially loved time with her grandchildren. 
LaVerna Mariette passed away January 26, 2012 at the Elim Care and Rehabilitation Center in Princeton at the age of 87 years, 4 months and 13 days.  Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles in 1992; by three brothers, Ray, Wally and Chester; one sister, Edna; and one granddaughter, Becky Dehn. 
LaVerna will be lovingly remembered by her two sons, Larry (Janet) Mariette of Princeton, Craig (Carolyn) Mariette of Princeton; two daughters, Karen Rockhold of Princeton, Debbie George of Princeton; ten grandchildren, Christy, Karen, Danielle, Derek, Tracy, Jerry, Jim, Sarah, Jake and Emily; eight great-grandchildren, Nicole, Josh, Elizabeth, Hannah, Brianna, Leandra, Amanda, and Justin; one great-great-grandson, Logan; and by other relatives and friends.

Edward Robert White, Sr. was born July 14, 1928 in Rutledge, Minnesota to Robert and Eva (House) White. He was raised and lived his early years in the Hinckley area. Ed served in the Army at the end of World War II. After the service he returned to Hinckley. On September 23, 1949 he married Alice Petersen and they made their first home in St. Paul. Ed and Alice lived in several Minnesota communities and then in 1959 they moved to Isanti. In 1983 they moved to Cambridge and then lived in Mora for 8 years before returning to Cambridge in 1993. Ed worked 10 years at the Sandstone State Hospital and then at the Anoka State Hospital. He owned and operated a service station in Isanti for 6 years and then worked at the Arsenal in New Brighton for 10 years. He then worked for FMC until retirement. Ed and Alice enjoyed wintering in Arizona for 26 years. His interests included deer hunting, fishing, dancing, playing bingo, woodworking, collecting agates and macramé chairs.

Edward White, Sr., died at his home on January 22, 2012 at the age of 83 years, 6 months and 8 days.  Besides his parents he was preceded in death by brother, Bud White and sister Ruth Kastelyns.

Ed is survived by his wife, Alice of Cambridge; 5 children, Ronald (Paula) White of Cambridge, Mike (Barb) White of Isanti, Sandy (Bernie) Ciesynski of Brooklyn Park, Ken (Kathy) White of Cambridge, Edward (Denise) White, Jr. of Cambridge; 13 grandchildren; 13 3/4 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Fritsche of Sandstone; and by many other relatives and friends.

Granville Roy Van Dusen, Sr. was born on January 6, 1921 in Hill City, Minnesota to Roy and Anna (Nelsen) Van Dusen. He married Harriet Kihlgren in May of 1943. Granville served in the Army during WW II. His wife, Harriet died in 2005. In January of 2006 he married Joyce Reidhead and they made their home in Anoka.  Granville was an Anoka County Deputy Sheriff and retired after 20 years of service. His hobbies and interest included traveling, hunting, fishing, golfing and bowling.

Granville Van Dusen, Sr. died January 21, 2012 at Grace Point Crossing Gables East in Cambridge at the age of 91 years and 15 days.

Granville is survived by his wife, Joyce; sons, Granville, Jr. (June), C.D. (May), Brian (Carole); daughter, Devonne (Joe) Calabrese; 9 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Beulah, Delores and Audrey; and by many other relatives and friends.