Thomas J. Lindberg
September 8, 1942 ~ December 27, 2023
Age 81 of Chisago City. Loving Husband & Brother, passed away unexpectedly on December 27, 2023.
Preceded in death by parents, Lester & Vernette; siblings, Gail Peterson, Rocky; in-laws, Bill & Vernette Naatz; brother-in-law, William Naatz. Survived by loving wife of 57 years, Mary Ellen; siblings, Dana (Tillman) Opsal, Jim; sisters-in-law, Jody, Joanne (Jerry) Ostergaard; brothers-in-law, Jim Naatz, Gene (Pati) Naatz; four-legged-friend, Toby; many nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Tom was born September 8, 1942 to Lester & Vernette Lindberg in St. Croix Falls, WI. He lived his early years in Lindstrom, MN and Shafer, MN. He attended Shafer School until the 4th grade. He then went to live with his God Parents, Ernest & Evelyn Strand. Tom resided there until he graduated from Chisago High School in 1960. He went on to work at Champion Aircraft in Osceola, WI until December 1960. On January 16, 1961 he went to serve his country in the U. S. Army. In the Army he became a Flying Crew Chief on an H-37 helicopter. He was honorably discharged on December 31, 1963. He worked various jobs over the years. Tom married the love of his life, Mary Ellen Naatz, in December 1966. Over the years they lived in Chisago, Stacy, Two Harbors & Chisago. Tom’s passion was hunting for agates along the North Shore and polishing them.
A celebration of Tom’s life 11 AM Saturday, January 13th with visitation beginning at 10 AM at Roberts Family Funeral Home, Forest Lake. Memorials preferred to the Northwoods Humane Society.
On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Tom’s military service to our country in the Army.
Tom-our Dear Friend-Thank You for the memories-We Love You-Kyle,Bob,Lara,Dug and Kim,Paul and Shelly – aka – The Hood
I met Tom at Lakeside School– early 1950s, in the 4th or 5th grade. I remember him as friendly, kind, humorous, and a great smile! Our family moved to St. Paul after the 5th grade, but I had the pleasure of re-connecting with Tom at several class reunions and Memorial Day events at South Green lake cemetery. It was always fun to see him and Mary and reminisce. I will surely miss him! Rest in peace my friend. Yes Tom, I believe the agate hunting is very good up there!
It was great getting to know you, Tom! You were always so happy and upbeat, you really made our day any time we spent with you. You will be missed a lot.
Jim and Linda Opdahl
Tom was such a great man. Always enjoyed visiting with Tom & Mary when I came to visit David & Carol. He was an exceptional gardener. He will be greatly missed.
Tom was a good friend for many many years. We visited him and Mary in Two Harbors on several occasions. On one occasion he short sheeted our bed. He had a great sense of humor. Bette and I had a lot of respect for Tom. RIP Tom!
Tom will be missed. What a delight to talk to him and Mary. They were always so upbeat and smiling. A great classmate. Sorry we are out of state and cannot attend. Thinking of Mary and the family at this time. Mark
There is no one in this world like Tom. He was quite the character. We just loved his unique sense of humor.
Dick & Sherrie Dressely
Mary Ellen, With our deepest sympathy and loving memories. All our Love,
We Love you Mary and I will miss my friend Tommy, but I will cherish my memories and our friendship we shared.
Mary we are so sorry for your loss. We will miss Tom’s big smile! Please let us know if you need anything. We are here for you! Love you – Chuck, Kelly, Madyson, Connor, Hannah and Jackie ! The Wilkes
I was lucky to know Tom for well over 40 years every time we would run to each other there were many funny stories and lots of laughter. I am so sorry for your loss Mary. Dale Anderson