Swanson Peterson Funeral Home

Lucille Semke passed away on September 15, 2015 at Cokato Manor. A memorial service will be at 5 PM on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at Gethsemane Lutheran Church of Dassel. Visitation will begin at 4:00 PM on Sunday. Interment will be at Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery of Cokato at a later date. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers

Lucille Marlyce Jane Semke, was born on June 23, 1930 at Knapp, Minnesota to Gustav and Theresia (Larson) Rhode. She was the youngest of five girls: Helen, Inez, Evelyn and Eleanore and grew up on a farm at Knapp. She was baptized and confirmed at the North Crow River Lutheran Church, and attended country school at Knapp.
On October 15, 1949 Lucille was united in marriage to Edward Otto Fred Semke and they were married for 47 years. Ed passed away in December of 1996. Lucille continued to live on their farm in Stockholm Township until now. She loved the country life and thought there was no better place to live and raise their four children. She enjoyed her flower gardens and shared them with many friends and relatives. Lucille also loved baking, music, theater, drives around the countryside and spending time with friends, family and grandchildren. She was proud of her 100% Swedish heritage and was able to travel to Sweden to visit her relatives. She worked for a time at the Buffalo nursing home and eventually retired from CTS Corporation after more than 27 years.
Lucille passed away at Cokato Manor after a very brief stay on September 15, 2015. She had reached the age of 85 years, 2 months and 22 days. Survivors include her children: Bruce (Carol) Semke of Cokato, Nancy Zwicke of Naples Florida, Juliane (Max) Tisch of Chanhassen, Brian (Deborah) Semke of Chanhassen. Grandchildren: Stephanie (Ryan) Donnelly of St. Paul, Angie (Joe) Johnston of Buffalo, Brianna Tisch of Chanhassen, Brandon Semke of Chanhassen. Great grandchildren: Isabelle and Emma Donnelly of St. Paul, Evelyn of Buffalo.

Joseph John Jaeger
Born: 12-13-1941 in St. Cloud, MN
Died: 09-01-2015 in Cokato, MN
Parents: George and Ann (Soverign) Jaeger
Joe was preceded in Death by his parents; George and Ann Jaeger, brother; Gene Jaeger, and sister; Patricia Benson
Survived by; his niece, Kathy McKay

Joe was born in St. Cloud Minnesota on December 13th 1941. He served in the Navy and was stationed in California. After leaving the Navy he remained in California for many years. Joe was employed as a common laborer for most of his life. Joe spent the final months of his life at Brookridge Assisted Living in Cokato, MN. Joe enjoyed the outdoors, playing pool, and looking at his National Geographic magazines. Joe’s view from his window at Brookridge overlooked the golf course and he loved to watch the birds through his binoculars. He also loved his coffee, potato chips, and going out for Taco’s with Diane, his caregiver. Joe died peacefully in his apartment on Tuesday September 1st 2015. Joe’s final wish was to be buried at sea off the shores of California, a place he very much cherished.
A sea burial will be performed by San Diego Burial at Sea.

“Lord God, by the power of your Word you stilled the chaos of the primeval seas, you made the raging waters of the Flood subside, and you calmed the storm on the Sea of Galilee.
As we commit the earthly remains of our brother JOSEPH JOHN JAEGER to the deep, grant him peace and tranquility until that day when JOE and all who believe in you will be raised to the glory of new life promised in the waters of baptism. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.”

Kilpela, Louise Kathryn
age 86, of Cokato, passed away on September 1, 2015 at her home. She was born August 4, 1929 in Dassel, MN to Arthur and Senja Anderson. Louise was raised on the family farm with 3 sisters and 6 brothers. She graduated from Dassel High School in 1947. Louise was united in marriage to Paul Arthur Niemela in 1954. This union was blessed with the birth of 10 children. After Paul passed away in 1970, Louise leaned on her faith and strength to raise her 10 children.
On March 18, 1989 she married Lawrence Kilpela in Cokato. For 9 years, Lawrence and Louise made their home in the Upper Penninsula, MI and later in Cokato. They enjoyed 26 1/2 years of marriage.
Survived by her husband, Lawrence, children, Paul “Mike” (Cheryl), Nathan (Nancy), Maria (Marcelo) Borja, Aaron (Bonnie), Vincent (Brenda), Lawrence (Elizabeth), Joseph (Cassandra), Maurice (Sarah), Elizabeth “Betsy”, and Amy, 10 step-children, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, siblings, Harold, Carold (Lois), and Margaret (Douglas) Engelson, along with several other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her Parents, husband Paul, siblings, Mildred, Arthur, Elaine, Donald, Arnold, Jim, and a step-daughter, Rebecca.
A celebration of Louise’s life will take place at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at Good Shepherd Free Lutheran Church in Cokato. A time of gathering will be held 1 1/2 hours prior to services at church. Arrangements by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, www.swansonpeterson.com, 320-286-2534

Bergstrom, Robert Winston
age 74, of Cokato passed away on August 26, 2015. He was born May 31, 1941 in Cokato to Gordy and Helen Bergstrom. Bob was confirmed at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cokato. He graduated from Cokato High School in 1959. Bob served his country for 4 years in the United States Navy. On August 23, 1969 he was united to Karen Hilleren at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, Minnesota. This union was blessed with the birth of 3 children.
Bob grew up and lived the majority of his life in Cokato. He loved sports and was active his entire life. Bob enjoyed attending and participating in his communitys sporting events. He loved his family and enjoyed the time he spent with them.
Survived by his children, Matt (Bridget) Bergstrom, Ross Bergstrom, and Jill (Luke) Huggett, grandchildren, Jake, Grace, and Brynlee Bergstrom, Gwen and Olive Huggett brother, Jon (Marion) Bergstrom, sister, Penny (Jim) Marchand.
Preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Karen.
A funeral service will take place at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cokato. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service at the church. Arrangements by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Cokato, 320-286-2534, www.swansonpeterson.com

Orvella Ann Doering (nee: Bullert) was born on April 25, 1929 in Green Isle Township, Sibley County, Minnesota to Fred and Clara (nee: Krohn) Bullert, where she was baptized at Zion Lutheran Church. She was confirmed in her faith at St. James Lutheran Church in Howard Lake, MN. She graduated from Howard Lake Public School after attending both a country school and St James Lutheran Grade School.

On May 12, 1949, Orvella married Orlin Doering at St. James Lutheran Church, Howard Lake, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed with three children. Orvella was a life-long and faithful member of St James Lutheran Church.

Orvella was a hard worker who held several jobs throughout her life. Among those jobs, the more memorable being manager of the Lake Bowl Restaurant, office worker at Howard Lake Creamery, and office Manager for Sonstegard Foods, all located in Howard Lake. She also had several part time jobs that involved cooking with her cousin, Delores Glessing. They had many good times working and laughing together. They operated a lunch wagon, travelling to local auctions; ran the local Legion Restaurant for 8 years and catered small events. In her senior years, she was a volunteer “grandma” for the Headstart Program at St. Johns Church. Working with the children gave her much pleasure.

Orvella leaves a legacy of loyalty to family, hard work and a feisty attitude to all her offspring. She was a modest person who loved her family and cooking for them. Mom especially loved children and enjoyed being around them. She also cherished every minute she was able to spend with her sister, Donna Krause, travelling, going to concerts, or visiting together. Donna was a faithful and welcomed visitor in Mom’s years of declining health. Mom and Dad shared life together for sixty-four years before he passed away. Many will attest to her amazing will to live, over-coming several physical challenges in the last years of her life. She will be missed by her many friends who vouch for her character and loyalty to family and friends

It was on August 25, 2015 that Orvella went to her eternal home. She was preceded in death by her husband, Orlin; parents Fred and Clara Bullert and her brother, Omer.

Orvella is survived by sister Donna (Robert) Krause, children Durene (Bob) Rogers of Roanoke, Virginia, Rick (Karen) Doering of Delano, Minnesota and Sheri Fenn of Chaska, Minnesota; seven grandchildren Andrew (Stephanie) Rogers, Eric (Laura) Rogers, Scott (Lindsay) Doering, Julie (Micah) Martin, Krista (Andy) Giefer, Nick Fenn and Michael Fenn; five great-grandchildren Olivia, Josiah, Nora, and Mara Martin, and Chase Lamb; and many other relatives and friends.

A celebration of Orvella’s life will take place at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at St. James Lutheran Church in Howard Lake. A time of gathering will be held on Friday, August 28, 2015 from 4-7 PM at Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Howard Lake and continue 1 hour prior to services at the church. Internment will be at the Howard Lake City Cemetery immediately following services. Arrangements by Swanson Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Howard Lake, 320-543-3401, www.swansonpeterson.com The family requests memorials to St James Lutheran in lieu of flowers.