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Morena Ancero Clay (Hafften), age 40, of Cokato, died Sunday, May 22, 2011, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.

She was born Jan. 10, 1971, in Cubacgyan, Baso, Biliran Island, Philippines; and came to the United States when she was 7 years old. Morena grew up in San Diego, CA, graduating from Southwest High School in San Diego.

Morena married Aaron Clay Dec. 15, 1991, in Chula Vista, CA. Aaron was in the Navy at the time, and the couple made their home in San Diego. In 1998, they moved to Cokato.

Morena concentrated on being a good Navy wife and a mother to their five children. She lived her life in ministry to the Lord, being active in “Girl Power” and “God’s Soldier;” and as an active member of New Life Assembly of God Church in Cokato.

Morena enjoyed art, cooking, fishing, BBQs, and shopping.

She is survived by her parents, Bruce and Enriqueta (Rita) Hafften; a sister, Mayla Macon (Hafften) of Cokato; her husband, Aaron, of Cokato; children Neah Hafften of Howard Lake, Troy Hafften, Channell Clay, both of Cokato, Shantell Clay of Litchfield, and Sade’ Clay of Cokato; granddaughters Jaiden and Lexani Martinez; and nephew and nieces, Jordan and Tiana Macon and Jazara Queeglay.

A funeral service took place Saturday, June 4 at 1 p.m. at New Life Assembly of God Church in Cokato, with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church.

Arrangements were handled by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home in Cokato.

Jeannie A. (Lockwood) Bowers, age 74, of Howard Lake, died Tuesday, May 17, 2011, at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale.

A memorial service will take place Thursday, June 9 at 7 p.m. at Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home in Howard Lake.

Jeannie was born Jan. 14, 1937, and grew up on a farm outside of Waverly, attending country school, and later at Howard Lake.

She married George Libor July 25, 1953, and together, they had a son.

Jeannie was employed most of her life as a secretary in Hopkins, and then lived in West Palm Beach, FL. Jeannie moved back to Minnesota in the fall of 1991, residing in Lakeville until moving back to Howard Lake in 2000.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Stephen and Gertrude Lockwood; brothers Kenneth, Steven, and Ronald Lockwood; sister Kathleen Adams; first husband, George Libor; and nephews Mike Lockwood and Tom Deitz.

Jeannie is survived by her son, Les A. Libor of Buffalo; a sister, Carole Miller (Joe) of Long Lake; grandchildren Joel Libor of Minneapolis, Shawn Libor (special friend Jenny), and Dawn Suess (Steven), all of Hutchinson; great-grandson Jaden Suess of Hutchinson; sister-in-law Doris Lockwood of Eden Prairie; many nieces and nephews, many friends at Shoreline Commons; and friend Gladys Jones of Cokato.

Michael Dean Hagen, age 52, of West St. Paul, formerly of Cokato, passed away suddenly Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at his home.

The funeral service will take place Tuesday, April 26 at 2 p.m. at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Cokato.

Arrangements are by the Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home in Cokato.

Michael graduated from Dassel-Cokato High School in 1977, and continued his education at the University of St. Thomas-St. Paul.

He spent the majority of his career in the construction industry, managing home remodels, new construction, and commercial/industrial projects. He owned and operated his own company, Norway Construction, with his mother, Rosemary, for several years.

Most people who knew Mike well knew him to be a sports fanatic – it didn’t matter if it was football, baseball, basketball, the Kentucky Derby or the Master’s Tournament, Mike followed and loved his sports. Fishing was also a great pastime, whether at Lake Washington, the summer get-away to Curly’s Resort, or his big adventures at Lake of the Woods. It gave Mike great pleasure to teach his granddaughter. Anna Elizabeth, the joys of fishing.

Michael is survived by his wife of 18 years, Anna; son Phil O’Connor; father Arthur Hagen; granddaughter Anna Elizabeth; brother Craig Hagen (Marcella); sister Dawn Williams (Edward); and several nephews and nieces, and grand nephews and grand nieces.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Rosemary Hagen; and a niece, Ashley Rose.

Mike is already missed so greatly by his wife, family and friends. While his life ended far too soon, he will live on in the hearts and minds of those whose lives he has touched.

Ellsworth Harry Borg, age 88, of Waverly and Howard Lake, died Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at Good Samaritan Care Center of Howard Lake.

He was born April 18, 1922, in Howard Lake, the son of Harry and Emma (Kanehl) Borg. Ellsworth was baptized at St. James Lutheran Church in Howard Lake by the Rev. Oetjen, and confirmed in his faith at the same church Dec. 22, 1934, by the Rev. Seltz.

Ellsworth was married to Elsie Ida Tuckenhagen Nov. 24, 1941. Their marriage was blessed with seven children. The family lived in Waverly.

Ellsworth was employed as a mechanic in Winsted.

He enjoyed John Deere Tractors, lawn care and landscaping, and was very involved in Waverly Days.

Ellsworth is survived by his wife, Elsie, of Waverly; sons Leroy of Waconia, Edwin of Howard Lake, and Donald of Waverly; daughters Evelyn Fortuna of Florida, Ann Berish of Hawaii, and Rita Anderson of Excelsior; grandchildren Jodi Reinke, Jeff Borg, Patti Meyer, Leah Stanton, Eric Borg, Steven Borg, Andrew Borg, Danielle Main, Jason Remer, and Jerrod Remer; and 18 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, David; granddaughter Lori Fortuna; brother Howard; sister Harriet; brother-in-law Leonard Hass; and sister-in-law Martha Borg.

The funeral service took place Saturday, April 16 at 2 p.m. at Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home in Howard Lake with Chaplain Bob Haskin officiating. Interment was at Howard Lake Cemetery.

Visitation was Friday, April 15 from 4 to 9 p.m. at the Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home in Howard Lake, with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m.; and continued Saturday for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

The Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home in Howard Lake handled the arrangements.

Brian Joseph Moorhead, age 66, of Howard Lake, was called to his eternal rest Tuesday, April 12, 2011, while a patient at Hennepin County Medical Center.

He was born June 28, 1944, the son of Claude and Lillian (Claussen) Moorhead. Brian was baptized and confirmed at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Waverly, and attended St. Mary’s Catholic Elementary School.

After graduating from Howard Lake High School, he served his country in the US Army,

The farm implement store in Howard Lake known as Moorhead Implement was started by Brian’s father. Brian grew up in the shop and was an excellent mechanic, eventually taking over the business from his father.

His talents also included being a welder and fabricator, building a landmark folding dock and hydraulic boat lifts. More recently, he was employed by Woodland Township, retiring in June of 2010.

Brian had a life-long passion for flying airplanes, achieving his pilot’s license at the age of 18. When flying, he enjoyed “buzzing,” which is flying very low over the homes and farms of the people he knew just to let them know he was out flying,

He enjoyed living on the lake, morning coffee at the Winsted Airport, and early breakfasts in Waverly with his friends. His easy-going nature, good sense of humor, and love for life made him special to all who knew him, especially his grandchildren.

Brian was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Lillian Moorhead.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; son Kyle (Connie) Moorhead; stepsons Bret (Christine) Stueven, and Chad (Kristal) Stueven; step-daughter Jaime (Jake) Diers; sister Joan (Mike) Holtz; brother Barry Moorhead; grandchildren Lindsay Langham, Marshall Stueven, Madison Moorhead, Megan and Loren Stueven, Kayla, Wyatt, Jessica and Nick Stueven; Casey Diers and Emma Diers; nieces; nephews; and a host of relatives and friends.

A celebration of Brian’s life took place Saturday, April 16 at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Lutheran Church in Howard Lake, with the Revs. Michael Nirva and Martin Schoenfeld officiating. Special music was provide by Jake Diers, Aaron Kubasch, Loren Stueven, and Bret Stueven; and soloist Marge Stueven. Nancy Butterfass served as organist. Interment followed at the Howard Lake Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Brian’s grandchildren, Lindsay Langham, Marshall Stueven, Madison Moorhead, Megan Stueven, Loren Stueven, Kayla Stueven, and Wyatt Stueven. Honorary pallbearers are Jessica Stueven, Nick Stueven, Casey Diers, and Emma Diers.

Visitation was Friday, April 15 from 4 to 8 p.m. at St. James Lutheran Church of Howard Lake, and continued Saturday at the church for one-half hour prior to the service.

Arrangements were by the Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home of Howard Lake.