Wright-Cromwell News by Jennie K. Hanson 357-2385 September 28, 2009

Ruth Karki would like to thank her many friends and family for all the visits, cards, gifts, and food she received for her 88th birthday.  God Bless You All.

Evelyn Marlene (Aho) Webb, 60 of Wright, Minn., formerly of Wawina, Minn., died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009 at her home.  So to her husband, Dick Webb and family, we offer our sincere sympathy.

Jens Bertelsen died September 23rd, 2009.   Jens Christian Bertelsen, 89, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 in Villa Vista Care Center in Cromwell.  He was born August 6, 1920 in Badger, S.D.  He moved with his family to Floodwood in 1934.  Jens joined the United States Marine Corp in 1941 and he served in World War II in the battles of Tarawa, Saipan and Tinian.  He married Tyyne Tikkanen on Dec. 16, 1944 and they moved to Cromwell in 1946.  He farmed, worked road construction and worked for the MN Department of Transportation. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, horse-shoe, dancing and playing pool.  He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church of Cromwell, Cromwell Y.O.T., the American Legion, and a lifetime member of the VFW Carlton Post, U.S. Marine Corp Assoc. and the DAV.  He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Carl, Darwin and Arnold; and sister, Marie.   So, to his loving wife of 64 years, Tyyne; daughters, Gloria (Bob) Kelley of Tamarack, Carol (Bud) Evans of Reedsport, Ore., and Kathy (Ted) Rigel of Lakeside, Ore.; eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren we offer our sympathy.  He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

Mike Thom writes that,  “Jens was like a second grandfather to me and my brothers growing up. Tynne and Jens were always nice to Dave, Tim and me.

Willis Mann, from Laurel, MD, a former resident of Cromwell writes:  “I lived on a farm some 10 miles south of the Bertelsen place in Cromwell from 1940 to 1951, and at several points between 1945-51, Jens was a substitute school bus driver. My most vivid memory of him when he drove my bus is his ready sense of humor that lurked beneath what kids thought was a stern and no nonsense demeanor. I didn’t continue to live in Cromwell long enough to get to know him better, but wish I had.”

Carolyn Krogh sent me this email that I just have to share.  “I’m guessing there were over 80 that went out to the cemetery for Jens’ service.  The VFW people were there and did a very fine 21 gun salute.  Pastor Brandi said some meaningful words, but this is the part that caught me off guard.  After the cemetery service, people just wanted to cling together and not leave.  I don’t think I’ve ever felt that power in a gravesite service before.  Jens was a truly legendary man and the family, friends and community had such respect for him they wanted to cherish every moment to celebrate his life with us.”

Francis Samuelson, 89, died on September 16, 2009 in Cloquet, Minnesota.  He was the 1st born son of Swedish Immigrants to the U.S.  His father was Francis Oscar Theodore Samuelson and his mother was Sigrid Ottni Pearson.  He was the eldest of three brothers, Oscar was the middle son, and Richard was the youngest. He grew up and spent most of his life in Wright, Minnesota.  After graduation from Cromwell high school he joined the U. S. Army Air Force.  He served in Italy and France as an aircraft mechanic during WWII.  He then returned home after the war and farmed with his brother Richard where they worked hard to make a living on the dairy farm.  Francis was a Swedish Bachelor Farmer – he was of good stock, independent, self-reliant, frugal, hard working and he lived a long full life.   The week before he passed away He still was out walking, which was one of his favorite things to do on the farm.

His niece, Gayle Pacholl wrote and read a poem about him and here is the last verse which sums up the life of Francis Samuelson.  “ He did things his own way, which we all respected.  The life that he lived was the one he selected.  Though he wouldn’t want us to make all this fuss, His memory will live on in each of us!

This month’s speaker, Kelly Lake, Carlton County Sheriff, regretfully will not be available for the Carlton County Council on Aging meeting scheduled for Monday, September 28th.  Kelly has been rescheduled for the October meeting on Monday the 26th.  We will still be having the business meeting along with Debra Topping, Fond du Lac Elder Advocate who will be teaching “Tai Chi for Arthritis”.

Here’s a message I got from Gil and Dawn Kinnunen :  “We’re at it again! We thought we’d done our last marathon when we crossed the finish line at the Phoenix Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon in January 2006.  But, early this summer, Dawn was asked to be a member of the Inaugural National Stroke Association team at the New York City Marathon this fall.  She accepted the invitation and managed to convince Gil to join her.  There is rhyme and reason for this venture. The rhyme is in the subject line above, and the reason is to raise awareness of stroke, and, yes, to raise money for the National Stroke Association. We do this in gratitude for the knowledge and skill of paramedics, doctors, nurses, and therapists who helped Dawn recover from her stroke 11 years ago; and we do this to honor the stroke survivors, family members, and caregivers whose lives have been changed by stroke, and to remember family members and friends who have lost their lives to stroke.  So, on November 1, we will join our 25 teammates (and some 40,000 other runners and 2 million spectators) on a 26.2-mile journey from Staten Island through the five boroughs of New York City to Central Park to raise awareness of stroke, and, yes, to raise money for the work of National Stroke Association.  Our goal is to raise at least $5,000. Since we are paying our own expenses, e.g., travel, lodging, meals, and entry fees, all the money we raise goes directly to the National Stroke Association (www.stroke.org), which devotes 100% of its resources to stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. If you choose to help us reach our goal, you may mail us a check payable to the National Stroke Association or visit our webpage (www.firstgiving.com/dawngilbertkinnunen2) and make your tax-deductible contribution online. If you choose to contribute, please send your donation by October 10th. Your contribution will make a difference!  One more thing. We expect New York to be a little chilly on November 1, so we’ve decided to each wear a scarf with names of stroke survivors and those who have lost their lives to stroke. So, if you would like us to do the NYC Marathon in honor or memory of someone, please send us their name(s) to be included on our scarves. We plan to divide the names into 26 groups, so we have specific people to inspire us for each mile.    We will continuously update our webpage, so you may stay up-to-date with what we are doing and learning as we train for the marathon.  We thank you for your support, your prayers, and your words of encouragement.”  Dawn and Gil can be emailed at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Dawn and Gil, through the magic of e-mail, were able to communicate with me from Door County, Wisconsin, where they are visiting Rolf and Jean Hanson.  They just returned from a clever production of Around the World in 80 Days.

Don’t forget to attend the homemade Meatloaf Supper at Bethlehem Lutheran church in Wright on Friday, October 9th from 4:30 – 7 PM.  This is right before the Football game vs. Isle so come to the supper and then attend the game.

Due to the dates of the MCA Testing at School, Spring Break has been changed to March 29- April 2, 2010.

Remember that the Area clothing Depot in the old Wright school is having a Free Coat and sweater Give-Away during October - 2 coats and 3 sweaters per person, per visit.

This week’s Limerick:  I got up early the news to write, I think about it during the night,  I write what I must,  And I hope that you trust, That I got most of it right!

That’s all the news from Lake Supportourteams and Hello to the families of those who have lost loved ones this past week. Have a great week!

by Jennie K. Hanson 357-2385

Ruth Karki would like to thank her many friends and family for all the visits, cards, gifts, and food she received for her 88th birthday.  God Bless You All.

Evelyn Marlene (Aho) Webb, 60 of Wright, Minn., formerly of Wawina, Minn., died Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009 at her home.  So to her husband, Dick Webb and family, we offer our sincere sympathy.

Jens Bertelsen died September 23rd, 2009.   Jens Christian Bertelsen, 89, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 in Villa Vista Care Center in Cromwell.  He was born August 6, 1920 in Badger, S.D.  He moved with his family to Floodwood in 1934.  Jens joined the United States Marine Corp in 1941 and he served in World War II in the battles of Tarawa, Saipan and Tinian.  He married Tyyne Tikkanen on Dec. 16, 1944 and they moved to Cromwell in 1946.  He farmed, worked road construction and worked for the MN Department of Transportation. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, horse-shoe, dancing and playing pool.  He was a member of Bethany Lutheran Church of Cromwell, Cromwell Y.O.T., the American Legion, and a lifetime member of the VFW Carlton Post, U.S. Marine Corp Assoc. and the DAV.  He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Carl, Darwin and Arnold; and sister, Marie.   So, to his loving wife of 64 years, Tyyne; daughters, Gloria (Bob) Kelley of Tamarack, Carol (Bud) Evans of Reedsport, Ore., and Kathy (Ted) Rigel of Lakeside, Ore.; eight grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren we offer our sympathy.  He will be dearly missed by family and friends.

Mike Thom writes that,  “Jens was like a second grandfather to me and my brothers growing up. Tynne and Jens were always nice to Dave, Tim and me.

Willis Mann, from Laurel, MD, a former resident of Cromwell writes:  “I lived on a farm some 10 miles south of the Bertelsen place in Cromwell from 1940 to 1951, and at several points between 1945-51, Jens was a substitute school bus driver. My most vivid memory of him when he drove my bus is his ready sense of humor that lurked beneath what kids thought was a stern and no nonsense demeanor. I didn’t continue to live in Cromwell long enough to get to know him better, but wish I had.”

Carolyn Krogh sent me this email that I just have to share.  “I’m guessing there were over 80 that went out to the cemetery for Jens’ service.  The VFW people were there and did a very fine 21 gun salute.  Pastor Brandi said some meaningful words, but this is the part that caught me off guard.  After the cemetery service, people just wanted to cling together and not leave.  I don’t think I’ve ever felt that power in a gravesite service before.  Jens was a truly legendary man and the family, friends and community had such respect for him they wanted to cherish every moment to celebrate his life with us.”

Francis Samuelson, 89, died on September 16, 2009 in Cloquet, Minnesota.  He was the 1st born son of Swedish Immigrants to the U.S.  His father was Francis Oscar Theodore Samuelson and his mother was Sigrid Ottni Pearson.  He was the eldest of three brothers, Oscar was the middle son, and Richard was the youngest. He grew up and spent most of his life in Wright, Minnesota.  After graduation from Cromwell high school he joined the U. S. Army Air Force.  He served in Italy and France as an aircraft mechanic during WWII.  He then returned home after the war and farmed with his brother Richard where they worked hard to make a living on the dairy farm.  Francis was a Swedish Bachelor Farmer – he was of good stock, independent, self-reliant, frugal, hard working and he lived a long full life.   The week before he passed away He still was out walking, which was one of his favorite things to do on the farm.

His niece, Gayle Pacholl wrote and read a poem about him and here is the last verse which sums up the life of Francis Samuelson.  “ He did things his own way, which we all respected.  The life that he lived was the one he selected.  Though he wouldn’t want us to make all this fuss, His memory will live on in each of us!

This month’s speaker, Kelly Lake, Carlton County Sheriff, regretfully will not be available for the Carlton County Council on Aging meeting scheduled for Monday, September 28th.  Kelly has been rescheduled for the October meeting on Monday the 26th.  We will still be having the business meeting along with Debra Topping, Fond du Lac Elder Advocate who will be teaching “Tai Chi for Arthritis”.

Here’s a message I got from Gil and Dawn Kinnunen :  “We’re at it again! We thought we’d done our last marathon when we crossed the finish line at the Phoenix Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon in January 2006.  But, early this summer, Dawn was asked to be a member of the Inaugural National Stroke Association team at the New York City Marathon this fall.  She accepted the invitation and managed to convince Gil to join her.  There is rhyme and reason for this venture. The rhyme is in the subject line above, and the reason is to raise awareness of stroke, and, yes, to raise money for the National Stroke Association. We do this in gratitude for the knowledge and skill of paramedics, doctors, nurses, and therapists who helped Dawn recover from her stroke 11 years ago; and we do this to honor the stroke survivors, family members, and caregivers whose lives have been changed by stroke, and to remember family members and friends who have lost their lives to stroke.  So, on November 1, we will join our 25 teammates (and some 40,000 other runners and 2 million spectators) on a 26.2-mile journey from Staten Island through the five boroughs of New York City to Central Park to raise awareness of stroke, and, yes, to raise money for the work of National Stroke Association.  Our goal is to raise at least $5,000. Since we are paying our own expenses, e.g., travel, lodging, meals, and entry fees, all the money we raise goes directly to the National Stroke Association (www.stroke.org), which devotes 100% of its resources to stroke prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation. If you choose to help us reach our goal, you may mail us a check payable to the National Stroke Association or visit our webpage (www.firstgiving.com/dawngilbertkinnunen2) and make your tax-deductible contribution online. If you choose to contribute, please send your donation by October 10th. Your contribution will make a difference!  One more thing. We expect New York to be a little chilly on November 1, so we’ve decided to each wear a scarf with names of stroke survivors and those who have lost their lives to stroke. So, if you would like us to do the NYC Marathon in honor or memory of someone, please send us their name(s) to be included on our scarves. We plan to divide the names into 26 groups, so we have specific people to inspire us for each mile.    We will continuously update our webpage, so you may stay up-to-date with what we are doing and learning as we train for the marathon.  We thank you for your support, your prayers, and your words of encouragement.”  Dawn and Gil can be emailed at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Dawn and Gil, through the magic of e-mail, were able to communicate with me from Door County, Wisconsin, where they are visiting Rolf and Jean Hanson.  They just returned from a clever production of Around the World in 80 Days.

Don’t forget to attend the homemade Meatloaf Supper at Bethlehem Lutheran church in Wright on Friday, October 9th from 4:30 – 7 PM.  This is right before the Football game vs. Isle so come to the supper and then attend the game.

Due to the dates of the MCA Testing at School, Spring Break has been changed to March 29- April 2, 2010.

Remember that the Area clothing Depot in the old Wright school is having a Free Coat and sweater Give-Away during October - 2 coats and 3 sweaters per person, per visit.

This week’s Limerick:  I got up early the news to write, I think about it during the night,  I write what I must,  And I hope that you trust, That I got most of it right!

That’s all the news from Lake Supportourteams and Hello to the families of those who have lost loved ones this past week. Have a great week!

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