Clarence Lekanker Obituary Lekander, Clarence LaVern Vern age 83, of Maple Grove, died March 15, 2009. Survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Elsie; children, Mark, Dr. Julie Haak and husband Daniel, and Susan Gronseth; grandchildren, Anna and Laura Lekander, Sarah, Jennie and Matthew Haak, and Lisa Gronseth; siblings, Ruby Obinger, Dolores Obinger, Lois Sikkila, Verna Fischer and John Lekander. Funeral service 10 AM Friday, March 20, 2009 at Maple Grove Lutheran Church, 9251 Elm Creek Blvd., Maple Grove. Visitation one hour prior to the service at church. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. David Lee Funeral Home Wayzata 952-473-5577