"On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Allen's military service to our nation and to veterans as a Legion member."
Age 83 of Forest Lake.
Loving Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, Brother, passed away on November 12, 2017. Preceded in death wife, Rita Jean; son, Gary; brother, Lester Jr. Survived by children, Lester (Deborah), April (Jim) Vernstrom, Catherine (Kenneth) Johnson; grandchildren, Heather, Leah, Micheal, Johanna; 4 great grandchildren; siblings, Fred (Mary), Donnie, Bill, Marvel Wilder, Joseph Wilder; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Allen was a proud Korean Veteran having served in the Army as a staff sargeant. He was also an avid hunter & fisherman who will be missed by all.
Graveside Service 1:45 PM Wedneday, November 22nd at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis. Please arrive 15 minutes beforehand at Assembly Area #2.
"On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Allen's military service to our nation and to veterans as a Legion member."
"I'm so sorry to her of your father's passing. Sending you prayers and hugs. Greg and Deb ( Winter) Zippel."