R. Lyle Alm
February 12, 1931 ~ September 21, 2020
Age 89 of Forest Lake.
Loving husband, dad, grandpa, uncle & friend passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 21, 2020. Preceded in death by parents, Bob & Myrtle; son, David; siblings, LaVern Thomson, Iva Nelson, Russell & two younger sisters in childhood. Survived by loving wife of 61 years, Karen; son, Daniel; grandchildren, Ross, Lexi, Austen, Abby, Noah; godsons, Brian, Bob Nelson, Kevin Thomson; nieces, nephews, other relatives & friends.
Lyle grew up in Forest Lake, served in the Korean War with the U.S Army and went on to be a carpenter. He was always up for a game of cards and a cup of coffee.
An outdoor celebration of Lyle’s life 3 PM Wednesday, September 23rd with visitation one hour prior at Hosanna Lutheran Church, 9300 Scandia Trail. Guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair. Service will be live streamed at https://www.hosannaforestlake.net/celebration-of-life. Memorials preferred to Hosanna Lutheran or donor’s choice. Interment 9:30 AM Tuesday, October 6th at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Assembly Area #4.
On behalf of the Forest Lake American Legion Post 225, we give thanks for Lyle’s military service to our country in the Army and to veterans as a long time Legion member.
Seeing this of Lyle, I forwarded it to other classmates of ours. We were first graders in 1937 ! And neighbors across the county line since 1941 ! Old history we are, but with the most precious memories, we are blessed. Florence Cushing Daninger
Very sorry, Karen, for the loss of Lyle. May “Sonny” find rest in our Lord’s loving arms. Jackie Verdick Tucson
“Our prayers and loving care are extended to Karen and family in the death of Lyle Alm. We remember Lyle with great appreciation and love, and his presence will be greatly missed in the midst of our church family. We rejoice that Lyle is free from pain and suffering and that Lyle is with Jesus forever through his steadfast faith with perfect clarity. We weep with Karen, family, and friends in the loss, and pray for God’s comfort. Pastor Jim Mitchell and the Church Family in Auburndale FL.”
Lyle and his brother Russell and their wives and family were fabulous hosts when we gathered on their farm for our Alm-Ahlm family reunion in 1989. Such a delight for this city girl to watch those brothers shuck that corn and grill those burgers. We were also celebrating my grandmother Freda Christine Alm McNevin’s centennial. Thus, we gathered in Forest Lake where she was born. Lyle, a dear man, fun cousin and great host. We honor his memory, his love of family, his devotion to his church community, and his service to our country.
Don and I are so sorry Karen to hear the news of Lyle passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our Condolences to you. Don and Jan Ringstmeyer
Karen I am so sorry for your loss. As a kid growing up next door, I will always remember the kick ball games that Lyle and Russell would play with us. Prayers and thoughts are with you. Katie(Tyler) Schoenecker