Obituaries

Shirley Riel

Feb 10, 2024

Shirley Jean Riel, 95, of Crosslake, MN, formally of Hopkins, MN passed away on February 10, 2024, in Crosslake.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday May 6, 2024 from 12:00pm - 4:00pm at the Bloomington VFW Post #1296 (311 W. 84th Street, Bloomington, MN 55420). Lunch will be served.

She was born in Davenport, IA to Theodore and...

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Sadie Gehrke

Apr 10, 2024

Sadie Kristine Gehrke peacefully went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. She was 94.

Sadie is survived by her three daughters, Rene (Bill) Sawyer of Backus, MN, JoAnn (Ray) Hamilton of Ranchester, WY, and Vicki Heino of Denver, CO; her brother, Loren Rask of Pekin, IL; eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, and many nieces...

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Scott Brown

Apr 26, 2024

Scott Douglas Brown, 67, of Brainerd, passed away on April 26, 2024. A family gathering will take place at a later date.

Scott was born on January 12, 1957, to Walter and Mariel (Magnan) in Fort. Brag, North Carolina. He married Suzanne Likness on August 12, 1978.

Scott enjoyed fishing and was an avid Minnesota sports fan.

Scott is survived by his loving...

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Thomas Besch

Apr 24, 2024

Tom Besch, 78, of McGregor, passed away peacefully with Kim and Belle by his side on April 24, 2024.

Tom was born to Joseph and Eileen (Miller) Besch on August 24, 1945, in St. Paul, Minnesota. He believed his life purpose was to help others. He was on the Aitkin county Fire department and was a first responder in McGregor. He...

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Vera Wahl

Apr 22, 2024

Vera Wahl, age 90, of Pine River, passed away April 22,2024, with her loving family by her side.

Vera was born March 8, 1934, in Pequot Lakes, MN, to Harry and Margaret (Reiter) Olson, delivered by her midwife grandmother, Anna Christopherson. She attended Pine River High School and graduated in 1953. On May 8, 1954, Vera married LaVerne Wahl and they...

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Connie Nelson

Apr 19, 2024

Connie Nelson, age 75 passed away at Edgewood Vista in Brainerd, MN. on April 19, 2024. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday May 18, 2024 at 11:00am at Lutheran Church of the Cross in Nisswa, MN. There will be a visitation held one hour prior to the service at the church. Lunch will be served following the service.

Connie...

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Barbara Seekon

Apr 19, 2024

Barbara Ann Seekon, 84, of Pequot Lakes, passed away on April 19, 2024. Full obituary to follow.Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel.

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Rosella Nemes

Apr 19, 2024

Rosella Irene Nemes

June 23, 1924 – April 19, 2024

Rosella Irene Nemes, 99, of Crosslake, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00am, Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Immaculate Heart Catholic Church in Crosslake with Father Tony Wroblewski officiating. Family and friends are invited to gather one hour prior to services. Rosary...

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Lyda Cocking

Apr 19, 2024

Lyda J. Cocking, 86, of Staples, MN went to be with her Savior on April 19, 2024, in Staples. Funeral Services will be held on Monday Aril 29, 2024 at 11:00am at Motley Free Methodist Church. There will be a visitation held on Sunday April 28, 2024, from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Staples, and...

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Carol Bushee

Apr 19, 2024

Carol Wilma Bushee, 81, of Grand Forks, ND, passed away peacefully at home Friday, April 19th , 2024, with her daughters by her side after a short battle with cancer.

Carol was born April 14th, 1943, in Hankinson ND. The daughter of Edward and Rose Pelzl.

Carol is survived by her daughters Sande (Mark) Kerr of Rapid City, SD, Gail (Robert) Clement of...

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Stacy Ann Staley

Apr 18, 2024

Stacy Ann Staley, 53, of Baxter, passed away from cancer at her home on April 18, 2024. Services will be held at a later date in Washington State.

Stacy was born in Columbus, Ohio on October 14, 1970, to Michael Staley and Sandra Wgeishofski.

Stacy cherished her time with her children and grandchildren. She loved her role as a wife, mother, and...

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Karen Mason

Apr 18, 2024

Karen “Jones” Mason, 85, of Pine River, MN, passed away on April 17, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Brainerd, MN, with her daughter and granddaughter by her side.

Karen was born August 4, 1938, at St. Joseph’s Hospital, to Mick and Clara Jones. She grew up in Pine River, MN, and graduated high school in 1956. She briefly attended Concordia College...

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Karen Englund

Apr 18, 2024

Karen Englund, 82, of Brainerd, MN passed away in Brainerd on April 18, 2024. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements are entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Baxter.

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Gene Walters Jr.

Apr 16, 2024

Gene Walters Jr., age 63, of Pine River, passed away on April 16, 2024, in St. Cloud. No services are planned at this time.

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Patrick O'Brien

Apr 16, 2024

Dr. Patrick T. O’Brien, D.D.S., of Backus, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Brainerd, Minnesota, following a long-term illness. A celebration of life service will be held at Bettendorf Presbyterian Church in Bettendorf, Iowa on Sunday, July 14, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Troy Winder officiating. A luncheon with story sharing will follow...

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Daniel Hansen

Apr 15, 2024

Daniel Hansen, 63, passed away on April 15, 2023 in Nisswa, MN. Private Family services will be held following Daniel’s wishes.

Daniel was born on July 27, 1960 to Richard LeRoy and Mary Ellen (Rockwell) Hansen, in Minneapolis, MN. He earned his GED and had two children. Daniel enjoyed fishing, and spending time tinkering and working on different cars. He is...

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Matthew Planting

Apr 15, 2024

Matthew David Planting, 35, of Pine River, MN, passed away on April 15, 2024, in Minneapolis, MN.

Matthew was born on April 29, 1988, in Shakopee, MN. He graduated from Walker High School in 2006 and went on to work at the Pine River Area DAC. Matthew was very witty and kind and had a big heart; everyone who knew him...

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Murel Gordon Backman

Apr 15, 2024

Murel Backman, of Pine River, was born on April 16, 1949, and passed away on April 15, 2024, in St Paul.

Murel spent three years serving his country in the Marine Corps. He later married his wife, Karen, on May 20, 1995. He worked as a clerk for the Mankato Post Office for many years. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, golfing, deer...

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Joan Marie Larson

Apr 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan Marie (Erdahl) Larson, who peacefully joined the Lord on Sunday, April 14, 2024, after bravely fighting a long illness.

Joni was born in September of 1943 in Los Angeles, California, and relocated to Fargo, North Dakota shortly after her birth. She graduated from Oak Grove Lutheran School in 1961....

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Kermit Roseen

Apr 13, 2024

Kermit Albin Roseen, of Hackensack, MN, formerly of Long Lake, MN, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024. He was born on a farm outside of Roseau, MN, to Albin and Mable Roseen.Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife of 52 years, Una (Orud) Roseen; brothers, Floyd and Leroy; and sister, Doris.He is survived by his companion, Judy...

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