Peter D. Lund
Peter D. Lund, 72, of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Holmes Beach died Nov. 22.
He was born April 27, 1952, to William and MaryLee Lund.
He received his undergraduate degree from St. John’s University in Collegeville and an MBA from the University of Minnesota.
Mr. Lund had a long and storied career in the trucking industry, most recently as president of Power Brake and Equipment of St. Paul.
He played rugby for the St. Paul Pigs, golfed at Town & Country Club and the Key Royale Club, skied throughout the mountains of Colorado, and cheered on the Minnesota Twins during his retirement gig in guest services.
A celebration of life will be held next spring. Memorial contributions can be made to the Peter D. Lund Scholarship Fund at St. Thomas Academy in Mendota Heights, MN.
Mr. Lund is survived by son William, siblings Susan, Sally, Sandra and Heinie and special friend Anne B. Mies.
Don Madden
Don Madden, known as the island barber, of Bradenton and formerly of Holmes Beach, died Oct. 17.
He was born May 29, 1934, in Flint, Michigan.
Mr. Madden and his wife and partner, Patsy Welch, ran the Homes Beach Barbershop for 50 years and continued working until May 2024.
He was known a generous tipper, giver of a few dollars when needed, and always there to celebrate life and family.
He was an amazing athlete and enjoyed running a Super Bowl football pool for his customers. He loved unconditionally and treated all with kindness.
Don loved and cherished his nine siblings, nieces, nephews and their children. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great grandfather and friend.
A change in location for the celebration of life has been announced and now will be held 2-5 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29, at Coquina Beach, North Pavilion, 2650 Gulf Drive S., Bradenton Beach.
Mr. Madden is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Patsy Welch, sister Ruth Gala and husband Dean; daughters Kelly Madden Warne and husband Graham and Delynn Moldenhauer Soloman; grandchildren Rachael Warne James and husband Bryan and Hannah and Liam Warne; and great-grandchildren Jensen and Katie James.
Charles Shook
The Rev. Charles “Charlie” Shook, 96, died Nov. 27.
He was a lifelong preacher and teacher who grew up in Maryland but spent his lengthy retirement years in Florida.
Rev. Shook served churches in Maryland, Massachusetts, Ohio and Florida during his professional life. He also taught at the Boston University School of Theology, where he had earned his doctorate degree.
He was married to Kathrine Olewiler 40 years and they were parents to four children, Karen Steve, Cyndia and Jeff.
1n 2003, Rev. Shook married Lois Finley, known on Anna Maria Island for many years as operator of a confection and ice cream shop and as “Mama Lo.” Her two children, Scott and Susan also became part of Shook’s family.
Rev. Shook’s major interests were religion, music, literature and sports, and he was fascinated by games and puzzles.
Rev. Shook and Lois became active members of the Longboat Island Chapel on Longboat Key, where he taught and preached.
The family asks that memorial donations be made to the Longboat Island Chapel, 6200 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key FL 34228.
The chapel will host his memorial service at 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15.