Obituaries 07/30/26
Bruce Dalbec, 68
Bruce S. Dalbec, age 68, of Maple Lake, formerly of Delano, died Sunday, July 19, 2026, at his home.
Visitation will be held from 2:00-5:00 p.m., with a 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Dingmann Funeral Care Chapel, Maple Lake. A gathering will follow at The V in Maple Lake. Burial will be at St. Timothy Catholic Cemetery in Maple Lake.
Bruce Scott Dalbec was born on August 20, 1957, in Buffalo, Minnesota, to Bruce and Gloria (Boggs) Dalbec. He was raised on the Dalbec family farm in rural Maple Lake. Bruce was baptized and confirmed at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Maple Lake.
After graduating from Maple Lake High School in 1975, he dedicated himself to the craft of masonry and concrete, following in the footsteps of his family. In 3D Concrete, which he owned and operated until its closing in 2017, Bruce demonstrated unwavering commitment and expertise in his field, continuing to work with the Bricklayers and Allied Craftsworkers Local 1 until retiring in 2022.
Bruce is fondly remembered for his dry sense of humor, quick wit, and his big heart. He found joy in the great outdoors, whether snowmobiling, or boating on Cross Lake, where he had a cabin for many years. He also enjoyed riding his motorcycle, golfing, and passionately following NASCAR. Bruce cherished the bonds of family more than anything else. He loved watching his boys’ success and witnessing his grandchildren pursue their passions.
He is survived by his sons, Derrick “DJ” (Kristy), of Buffalo, Darin (Ashley), of Clearwater, Dan (Heidi), of Annandale, and Cody, of Buffalo; grandchildren, Cooper, Mason, Brody, Dylan, Parker, Dalton, and Hayden; mother, Gloria Dalbec, of Maple Lake; siblings, Terri (Stan) Fuller, of Maple Lake, and Kristi Dalbec (fiancé, Jimmy McDonald), of Plymouth; and nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.
Bruce was preceded in death by his father, Bruce; and brother, Todd.
Bruce’s sons will serve as urn bearers. Arrangements entrusted to Dingmann Funeral Care Burial and Cremation Services of Maple Lake.
Obituary, Guestbook, and Video Tribute online at www.dingmannfuneral.com.
John Gries, 79
John Richard Gries, JD, CSJC
November 19, 1946 - July 17, 2026
On July 17, my guardian angel came to take me to see my God. I was met with a joyous welcome from my parents, family, and friends. I was born November 19, 1946, in Neenah, WI, the middle of three boys, to Norbert Gries and Salena Nickel Gries, two hardworking and loving parents who, for reasons known only to them, gave all three of us names that ran together so seamlessly I didn’t realize until adulthood that my name wasn’t actually “GarySteveJohn.”
If you ever went for a walk with me, you also learned more than you expected to about Neenah Foundry manhole covers. I was educated at St. Margaret Mary grade school, Sacred Heart Seminary, St. Paul Seminary, and William Mitchell College of Law – an academic path that started out looking like the priesthood and ended up in a law office.
In 1969, I met the love of my life, Patricia Simms. We married on August 15, 1970, in St. Michael, MN, then settled in Minneapolis while I finished law school. Our children, Michael John and Sarah Simms, arrived in 1975 and 1978 rounding out the family.
I practiced law in Minneapolis before opening my own practice in St. Michael, where for 45 years I had the good fortune of working alongside exceptional colleagues and clients who became genuine friends. Being a lawyer, and being woven in the community around it, brought me real joy – even if I never did manage to give up doodling through meetings. Family always came first for me.
Beyond that, I kept myself busy – golfing, tennis, sailing, fishing, boating, and racquetball with friends; logging hundreds of miles on my road bike; and building things out of wood, from a canoe-shaped bench overlooking Minnehaha Creek to a cabin on Big Mackenzie Lake in Wisconsin. I also amassed a legendary collection of noisy, battery-operated Christmas toys – mostly drugstore finds – which I loved unleashing on unsuspecting visitors during the holidays. I gave my time as a volunteer at Peace House in Minneapolis, Open Arms of Minnesota, Common Hope Guatemala, and the Church of Christ the King. In 2008, I became a consociate with the Sisters of St. Joseph, where I happily lent a hand on committees and helped get nonprofit efforts off the ground.
Those who know me might describe me as mischievous, compassionate, a gentleman, kind, loving, and generous, genuinely curious about other people, optimistic, honest, spiritual, and passionate about justice, with a healthy dose of goofy storyteller mixed in.
I am survived by my devoted wife, Patricia; my children, Michael (Jackie) and Sarah (Adam); my adored granddaughter, Finlay Elise; my brothers, Gary (Sharon) and Steve (Debbie); my brother-in-law, Richard Simms (Regine); and many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.
I was preceded in death by my parents, Norbert and Salena Gries; my father and mother-in-law, Roy and Armella Simms; and my brother-in-law, Lloyd Simms.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, August 10, 2026, at the Church of Christ the King, 5029 Zenith Avenue South, Minneapolis, with visitation beginning at 10:00 a.m. A private burial will be held later at Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights.
Memorials are preferred to Church of Christ the King, 5029 Zenith Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55410; Peace House, 1816 Portland Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404; or the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet – John Gries Memorial Fund, 1884 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105.
www.GILLBROTHERS.com, Minneapolis, MN, 612-861-6088.
George Kettenacker, 85
George Albert Kettenacker, 85, of Richville, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Perham Living Nursing Home in Perham, Minnesota.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Dent, Minnesota, with a visitation one hour prior at the church. Burial will be in Elmwood Cemetery in Rockford, Minnesota. A Celebration of Life Open House will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at The Red Vest in Rockford from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Please visit www.karvonenfuneralhome.com to leave memorials and condolences on George’s Tribute Wall.
Arrangements provided by Karvonen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of New York Mills, Minnesota.
Gaylerd Lieder, 91
Gaylerd Melvin Lieder
Nov 19, 1934 — July 23, 2026
Gaylerd Melvin Lieder, age 91, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Thursday, July 23, 2026. He will be remembered for his steadfast faith, humble spirit, and the love he so generously shared with others. He devoted his life to caring for his family, serving his church and community, and finding joy in the simple moments that made a house a home and a life well lived.
Gaylerd was born in Greenwood Township to August Arthur and Edna (Strehler) Lieder on November 19, 1934. He was the younger brother to Glenora. At just four years old, he contracted polio, the effects of which stayed with him throughout his life. He faced this without complaint, and his resilience and positive outlook became defining qualities.
Growing up on the family farm in Corcoran, Minnesota, Gaylerd learned the value of hard work while tending chickens, caring for cows, and growing vegetables. It was there that he also developed a natural talent for working with tools and equipment, even crafting many of his own wooden toys. Those skills remained with him throughout his life, from tackling countless home improvement projects to lovingly making wooden toys for his children and grandchildren. He also had a lifelong appreciation for cars, beginning with his first vehicle, a maroon 1949 Chevy, and later enjoying special cars such as the 1955 Ford he proudly drove in the Delano 4th of July parade. Whether building, repairing, or creating, Gaylerd found joy in working with his hands and seeing the results of his efforts.
Gaylerd graduated in the top of his class from Buffalo High School in 1953 and continued his education at Dunwoody College of Technology, graduating in 1955. He began his 45-year career at Bemis working as a Mechanical Engineer, designing equipment for the packaging industry. Over the course of his career, Gaylerd received eleven U.S. patents for his machine designs. His final design became the fastest large bag-filling machine in the industry and remains in production, selling around the world more than 25 years after his retirement. He was highly respected by everyone he worked with, from management to the machinists on the shop floor. Even as computer-aided design became the industry standard, his expertise was so valued that he continued to use his drafting table until retirement. Beyond his technical accomplishments, Gaylerd was also known for the relationships he built, including his daily lunchtime cribbage games with coworkers that became a special part of the workday.
On June 9, 1962, Gaylerd and Diane (Stieg) were united in holy marriage at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Corcoran, Minnesota. Diane was the love of Gaylerd’s life, and their story began with a little humor: as her carpool driver, he charged her 50 cents a day for a ride downtown to work. What started with a few paid rides blossomed into a lifetime of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion that spanned more than six decades.
Together, they built their life in Crystal, Minnesota, where they enjoyed their home on Twin Lake, surrounded by nature. Among the many projects Gaylerd completed over the years were finishing the basement, adding a porch, and landscaping the yard with flower and garden beds for Diane to enjoy. Each reflected his careful attention to detail, creating a home where cherished memories were made.
God blessed their marriage with five children, Cindy (Dan) Krumsieg, Dawn (Mark) Sagstetter, Greg (Tracy) Lieder, Kim (John) Heinrich, and Eric (Maribeth) Lieder; ten grandchildren, Cory Lieder, Matthew Heinrich, Curtis (Rachel) Sagstetter, Brandon (Rosie) Lieder, Jonathan (Kaelyn) Krumsieg, Brady Lieder, Christopher Sagstetter, Abigail Heinrich, Theodore Lieder, and Eleanor Lieder; and great-grandson, Charles Sagstetter. With 21 years between his oldest and youngest child, Gaylerd embraced many seasons of fatherhood, always making each of his children feel they were the center of his world.
Nothing was more important to Gaylerd than his faith, which guided the way he lived. He was a lifelong and devoted member of Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church. He was baptized at home on December 2, 1934, received instruction in the Lutheran Church, and was confirmed on March 21, 1948. At Salem, he served in many leadership roles over the years. His faith was reflected not only in his service to the congregation but also in his commitment to improving and preserving it. He helped lead the effort to make the church more accessible by installing a wheelchair lift and sponsored the historical marker honoring the church’s old cemetery. Beyond these contributions, he lived his faith through acts of kindness, regularly visiting homebound members and bringing them companionship, comfort, and joy.
Gaylerd enjoyed life’s simple pleasures. Their porch overlooking the lake became one of his favorite places, where he could often be found reading the newspaper, working on a Sudoku or jigsaw puzzle, or observing the numerous ducks, birds, and deer that wandered by. He especially loved watching his grandchildren playing outside and fishing from the dock.
When he wasn’t relaxing on the porch, Gaylerd liked to stay active—whether biking around the neighborhood or riding his eTrike to a local coffee shop for a white chocolate mocha, a tradition he continued just weeks before his passing. He and Diane shared a love of adventure and exploration, taking countless road and camping trips throughout the United States and Canada and achieving the milestone of visiting all 50 states. Their travels also brought them to Central America to visit an exchange student and to Europe many times, where they especially cherished time with relatives in Germany.
In their later years, Gaylerd and Diane discovered a love of cruising, including a memorable journey through the Panama Canal, where Gaylerd’s technical mind appreciated the engineering behind this remarkable feat. Some of their most treasured trips were cruises with their children, creating lasting family memories while exploring places such as Hawaii, Amsterdam, Norway, and Alaska.
Gaylerd treasured time with family and friends. For many years, he and Diane enjoyed card club, summer camping trips, annual jigsaw puzzle competitions, euchre, cribbage, and Rummikub. He had a gift for making people feel welcome, always ensuring there was plenty of food—and perhaps a beer—for every visitor. Family and friends fondly remember him as the family’s favorite “food pusher” who never let anyone leave hungry.
Above all else, Gaylerd treasured the life he built with Diane and the family they shared. His Christian faith was the foundation of his life, guiding the way he loved and cared for others. As a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and faithful friend, he gave generously of himself and found his greatest joy in time spent with those he loved. He leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire his family for generations to come. While he will be deeply missed, they find comfort knowing he is now in Heaven with his Lord and Savior and the love and memories he created will remain with them always.
Gaylerd was preceded in death by his parents, Art and Edna Lieder; and his sister, Glenora Schuman.
A celebration of Gaylerd’s life was on Wednesday, July 29, at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenfield, MN. Visitation was from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. followed by a service at 3:00 P.M. Dinner reception immediately followed the graveside blessing.
Gaylerd requested any charitable donations be made to Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church or West Lutheran High School.
The Peterson Chapel St. Michael-Albertville Funeral Home served the family. Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com.
John McAlpine, 79
John Paul McAlpine, 79, of Maple Lake, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Annandale Care Center, surrounded by family.
John was born on August 2, 1946, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Paul and Shirley (Dearing) McAlpine. He graduated from Maple Lake High School in 1964 before proudly serving his country in the U.S. Army.
On September 23, 1967, John married the love of his life, Rita McDonough, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waverly. Together, they built a life in Maple Lake rooted in faith, family, and hard work. They were blessed with six children.
Farming wasn’t just John’s occupation—it was his passion and his way of life. He also dedicated many years to the City of Maple Lake’s Public Works Department. John believed in serving others, whether it was his country, his church, or his community. He was an active member of St. Timothy’s Catholic Church, as well as the Knights of Columbus. He was a proud member of the American Legion for over 48 years.
John truly lived by the motto, “Work hard, play hard.” He poured everything he had into the farm, but when the work was done, he enjoyed life to the fullest alongside his devoted wife. He loved playing cards with family and friends, taking trips to Las Vegas and Florida, spending summers at their lake home in Menahga, Minnesota, and wintering in Green Valley, Arizona. Above all, his greatest joy was the time he spent surrounded by the people he loved.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Shirley McAlpine; sisters, Barb Gottsch and Mary Swenson; brother, Tom McAlpine; beloved son, Danny McAlpine; parents-in-law, Eugene (Mac) and Mary McDonough; brothers-in-law, Mike and Harry McDonough; and Loren Swenson.
John is lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Rita; his children, Margaret (Chris) Webb, Judy (Jeff) Callahan, Pat McAlpine, Susie Peterson (Tim Zahn), and Mark (Kara) McAlpine; his grandchildren, Emily (Ian) Greniger, Kaitlyn Webb, Mackenzie (Bret) Lukes, Chase Callahan, Dawson (Maggie) McAlpine, Sierra McAlpine, Caden and Griffin Peterson, Owen and Claire Zahn, and Emma and Ethan McAlpine; his great-grandchildren, Asher Greniger (and a baby sister due in December), Georgie and Hattie McAlpine; along with many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends whose lives he touched.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, July 29, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at St. Timothy’s Catholic Church in Maple Lake, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 a.m. Inurnment with military honors followed at St. Timothy’s Cemetery.
Family and friends were invited to continue celebrating John’s life with a luncheon at The V by HH in Maple Lake immediately following the burial.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to St. Timothy’s Catholic Church and/or the Annandale Care Center.
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo served the family. Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Lynda Rosdahl, 83
Lynda Nell Rosdahl (née Fish), 83, passed away on January 25, 2026, in Florida, where she had made her home for the past five years.
Lynda was born on March 10, 1942, in Brownwood, Texas. She spent most of her life in California and Minnesota before later relocating to Florida. She was married to Ted Rosdahl for 45 years, and the couple made their home in Buffalo, Minnesota, where Lynda worked for Honeywell until her retirement.
Lynda lived a full and joyful life, always finding new ways to create, connect, and celebrate with the people she loved. She was an avid golfer and bridge player, and she cherished traveling to new places. She loved music and enjoyed playing the piano. She had a gift for beauty and hospitality — gardening and growing flowers, cross stitching, dancing, decorating her home, and cooking for and entertaining friends and family were among her greatest joys. She was also an enthusiastic reader. Warm and personable, Lynda made friends everywhere she went and was deeply well liked by all who knew her.
Lynda is survived by her two daughters, Kim Manno and Jennifer Haggberg; her stepson, Keith Rosdahl; her sister, Sandra Sims; seven grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
Lynda will be remembered for her warmth, her creativity, and the countless ways she brought people together. She will be missed by many, and her light will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.
