Alice Marie Stenlund

Alice Marie Stenlund obituary, Maplewood, MN

Alice Marie Stenlund

Upcoming Events

Nov

7

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Saint John the Evangelist

380 East Little Canada Road, Little Canada, MN 55117

Nov

7

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Saint John the Evangelist

380 East Little Canada Road, Little Canada, MN 55117

Nov

7

Service

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Saint John the Evangelist

380 East Little Canada Road, Little Canada, MN 55117

Alice Stenlund Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Oakwood Funeral Home and Crematory - Maplewood on Nov. 1, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Stenlund, Alice Marie. Born 4/19/1936 and passed on 10/3/2025 at the age of 89.
Preceded in death by her parents Ludvik and Frances Kucera, and her husband of 63 years,
Darrell Wayne Stenlund.
Alice Marie (Kucera) Stenlund was born on April 19, 1936 to Ludvik and Frances Kucera
in the small farming community of Clearbrook in Northern Minnesota. Hers was the only Czech
family in Clearbrook. She graduated from Clearbrook High School with the Class of 1954 where
she played clarinet in the band. Alice went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota in
1958 with a degree in Home Economics, an achievement of which she was immensely proud.
Alice met Darrell Stenlund in 1956 on a trip back from the University of Minnesota to
Clearbrook when he gave her a ride home. They were married the following year on October 26,
1957. Over the coming years, Alice and Darrell had three children together; Dwayne, Karla, and
Dwight. The family lived together in Roseville, Minnesota before Darrell's retirement in 1987.
Alice and Darrell moved back to northern Minnesota to their cabin in Manhattan Beach before
relocating to a home Darrell built on the Pine River in Crosslake, Minnesota in 1994. They spent
their time deeply devoted to their local church and snowmobiling club.
Alice found personal fulfillment in using her degree in home economics by giving back to
her community and running her own home-based business. She taught adult education classes
for many years, beginning shortly after her marriage to Darrell and continuing throughout her
life. Alice found joy in cooking and sewing, especially for others. She created hundreds of
wedding dresses and made alterations for thousands more through her personal sewing
business, which she ran well into her eighties. Alice's gardens were the envy of the
neighborhood as she enjoyed spending time with things that grow. She even won a local contest
for the best garden.
Faith was a fundamental cornerstone of Alice's life. Raised as a devout Catholic in a
primarily Lutheran community, Alice was highly motivated by, and devoted to, her religious
beliefs and practices. She served in the Rectory of Immaculate Heart Catholic Church in
Crosslake, Minnesota, where she also sang in the choir. Alice's faith led her to a decades long
involvement and leadership in the Council of Catholic Women, even serving as president for her
local diocese. She spent her life grounded by faith, attending church services daily for the
majority of her adult life. In her own words, Alice did not feel obligated or required to attend
services, but enjoyed a life of devotion to God.
After living nearly 30 years up north, Alice and Darrell returned to the Twin Cities in order
to be closer to their children. They moved into an independent living facility until Darrell's battle
with Alzheimer's separated them in 2020. Alice was cared for by the Mayo Clinic, assisted living
facilities and finally memory care until she was returned to her Lord's care on October 3, 2025.
Alice is preceded in death by her husband, Darrell Wayne Stenlund. She is survived by
her three children Dwayne (DeeAnn), Karla (Jim) Tessier, and Dwight. She leaves behind four
grandchildren: Katherine (Nick) Varda, Benjamin (Kathleen), Steven Tessier, and Timothy
(Moriah), and eleven great-grandchildren. Alice is also survived by her brother-in-law and
sister-in-law, Winston and Noreen Villocino, and many nieces and nephews.
Alice's Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, November 7 at 11:00AM at St.
John's Catholic Church of Little Canada, Minnesota located on 380 Little Canada Rd E.
Visitation will be held one hour prior to the Celebration with a luncheon to follow. Memorials are
preferred to the Alzheimer's Association or the Mayo Clinic. Internment at Fort Snelling National
Cemetery November 12, 2025 at 1:30.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Alice, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Alice Stenlund's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

November 1, 2025

Kim Bruss posted to the memorial.

November 1, 2025

Oakwood Funeral Home and Crematory - Maplewood announced events.

November 1, 2025

Oakwood Funeral Home and Crematory - Maplewood posted an obituary.

1 Entry

Kim Bruss

November 1, 2025

Thoughts and prayers are with the whole family of Alice Stenlund. I had the honor and pleasure of having both Alice and Darrell as long time dental patients in Roseville. Keep the good memories forever in your hearts.
Peace in Christ,
Kim Bruss

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Oakwood Funeral Home and Crematory - Maplewood

2585 Stillwater Road, Maplewood, MN 55119

Make a Donation
in Alice Stenlund's name

Please consider a donation as requested by the family.

How to support Alice's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Alice Stenlund's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Nov

7

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Saint John the Evangelist

380 East Little Canada Road, Little Canada, MN 55117

Nov

7

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Saint John the Evangelist

380 East Little Canada Road, Little Canada, MN 55117

Nov

7

Service

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Saint John the Evangelist

380 East Little Canada Road, Little Canada, MN 55117