Lynn A. Nybakke, Beloved Wife, Mom, Grandma
Age 65 of Forest Lake passed away on October 10, 2011.
Her parents, Harry and Mabel Boogren, preceded Lynn in death.
She is survived by her loving husband of 44 years Dean; her sons, Christopher of Lino Lakes and Eric and his wife, Cindy and her granddaughter, Katelyn, of Forest Lake.
Lynn dedicated her adult years advocating for homeless pet animals by serving on the Board of Directors of the Ramsey County Humane Society for over 13 years and volunteering at the shelter. She was also a charter member of the Auxiliary and administered the spay, neuter and emergency care program. In 1985, she completed her education to become a certified veterinary technician and was employed at Hudson Road Animal Hospital. After moving to Forest Lake in 1997, she became a volunteer with Northwoods Human Society and eventually co-founded St. Francis of Assisi Animal Rescue. Lynn will be missed by all involved with animal rescue and adoption.
A gathering of family and friends will be held 4-8 pm on Friday, October 14th at Roberts Family Funeral Home, 555 Centennial Drive SW, Forest Lake. A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday,...[more]