Paul McCarten > Wife, Toni 09.20.2019

Toni McCarten died peacefully at her home on September 20, 2019.  Diagnosed with cancer five years ago, she kept the matter private while fighting the disease that took her life.
Raised in Minneapolis, Toni graduated from Hamline University with a Degree in Art.  She moved to Alexandria in the early 1980’s and started her career operating Margoni’s Gift Shop.  She then managed Bronc’s On Broadway, and served as Director of the Runestone Museum revitalizing its heritage and presenting the International Anne Frank Exhibit.  She loved her role decorating for the Holiday Ball.  Toni found her passion creating, designing, and building beautiful homes with McCarten Design for the past twenty-five years.
Toni had the ability to make everyone feel like family.  She showed up for people over the years to provide support oftentimes without being asked.  She anticipated what people needed and gave more than what was required or expected of her and she never expected a return favor.  She was fierce and strong, stubborn and caring.  She was a passionate person with a special gift for creativity.  Whether designing a beautiful home, a piece of art, a Christmas spectacle, or a perfect meal with friends, she created what many could never imagine.  Her bright light will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, please make a donation to the Alexandria Area Community Foundation for the Toni McCarten Memorial Fund for the education of students interested in design and construction careers.  (Alexandria Area Community Foundation, 1210 Broadway Street Suite 240, PMB 364, Alexandria, MN 56308)
Toni is survived by her husband Paul McCarten and her daughter Gina Licari McCarten, and her many friends and family.  A funeral Mass will be held at 1pm on Saturday, October 12 at St. Mary’s Church in Alexandria with a visitation one hour before the service.

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Donations may be made to:

Alexandria Area Community Foundation
1210 Broadway Street Suite #240, PMB 364, Alexandria MN 56308

CLASSMATE > Craig Gullickson 07.08.2013

July 24, 1949 - July 08, 2013

Craig M. Gullickson, 63, a loving father and former special educational instructor, died of pneumonia Monday afternoon at Essentia Health.

He died around 1:30 p.m. in his hospital room with his family in his presence. A private memorial service will be Thursday at Boulger Funeral Home. To respect his last wishes, it is just for his family and close friends.

Craig Michael Gullickson was born on July 24, 1949 in Thief River Falls, Minn., to Donald and Lois Gullickson.

He married Kathy Vchulek on July 3, 1981 in Fargo. They had two children and spent their marriage in Fargo while he taught in Wahpeton, and then worked with school district 56. He retired in 2008 and spent the rest of his days spending time with his family.

He enjoyed traveling when he was young and drove across the country with his friends, picking up odd-jobs along the way. His love for travel tied in with his love for nature and camping outside beneath the stars.

Besides his influence with nature, he was also heavily influenced by his artistic side, which can be seen in his photography and paintings. Even though he had many loves, his biggest love in his life was his family. He cherished his time spent with them and looked forward to every time he was able to see them. He loved them, was proud of them, and his spirit will soar over them for the rest of their lives.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Kathy; son Lee Gullickson of Fargo, ND; daughter Mary Gullickson of Fargo, ND; his mother Lois Gullickson of Fargo, ND; sister Cyd Gullickson of Fargo, ND; and by many nieces and nephews. Craig was preceded in death by his father Donald and his sister Gale.

//  This is an excerpt from Craig's  father, Donald's obituary:  They lived in Red Lake Falls until January 1960 when they moved to Alexandria, MN where he worked for Alexandria Motors. In 1964 they moved to Moorhead, MN where he worked as a service director for Kiefer Chevrolet, Offut Chevrolet, Jay Davis Chevrolet and Gateway Chevrolet.