James W. Nygaard

Age 88, of Circle Pines; passed away on June 24, 2017. Preceded in death by parents; sister, Janet Hauer; and grandson, Justin. Survived by loving wife, Irene; children, Laurie (Steve) Erickson, James (Barb) Nygaard, and Kimberly (Reginald) Buchanan; grandchildren, Trent, Kenny, Amanda, Kyle and Caprisha; great-grandchildren, Everett, Abigail, Henry, Elizabeth, Kashus and Ella; sister, Lieda Cybyske; many nieces, nephews and friends; and his loving pal, Jewel. Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Thursday, June 29, at ST. JOSEPH OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 171 Elm Street, Lino Lakes. Private interment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation at the church from 9:30-10:30 AM Thursday.