Age 93 of St. Paul / White Bear Lake Formerly of Cross Lake, MN Passed away on February 6, 2013. Preceded in death by wife of 74 years, Geraldine; son Lyle; 2 grandsons and 2 brothers. Survived by children Sidney "Lucky", Terry (Shirley), Yvonne Becker, Beverly (Gary) Leih and Rick (Dee); daughter-in-law Julie; 14 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren, a great great granddaughter; many nieces & nephews. For over 50 years Lyle was a Mason and Shriner. He was a longtime member of Local #49, VFW Post #1350 and American Legion Post #39. Lyle served the Cross Lake area as a council person and planning commissioner for many years. Service Saturday (2/9) at 11:00 AM at SANDBERG FUNERAL HOME, 2593 E. 7th Avenue, North St. Paul with visitation one hour before the service. Interment Union Cemetery, Maplewood. Lyle's family would like to thank Dr. James Adams and the staff of HealthEast Hospice and LakeRidge Care Center