Obituaries
Eileen Avery
Nov 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Eileen May (Roscoe) Avery
1931-2025
With full hearts and deep gratitude for her long and beautiful life, the family of Eileen May (Roscoe) Avery announces her peaceful passing on November 23, 2025, at the age of 94. Eileen was a woman of remarkable grace, kindness and quiet strength – qualities that shaped every chapter of her life and...
Gertraud Kopka
Nov 22, 2025
Gertraud Martha Kopka passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Brainerd, Minnesota, after suffering a stroke eight days prior. Her beloved family was sitting vigil at her bedside.
Gertraud was born in Altkirchen, East Prussia on February 4, 1933, to Marta and Rudolf Jelinski. As the second oldest of seven siblings, she helped her...
Nancy Olson
Nov 17, 2025
Nancy Elaine Olson, born May 31, 1951, in Poplar (now Leader), Minnesota, passed away on November 17, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable Sassitude — a word that perfectly captured her spark, her humor, and her one-of-a-kind spirit.
Nancy was the third of seven children born to Harvey and Myrtle (Beals) Halverson — the third child, and...
Lois Gibbs
Nov 24, 2025
Lois M. Gibbs, 92, of Crosslake, MN passed away on November 24, 2025 in Crosslake.
A full obituary with service information will be posted soon.
Susan Hemphill
Nov 18, 2025
Our mother, Susan Jean (McKenzie) Hemphill, was born in Minneapolis on July 19, 1952 to Melville and Donna McKenzie and passed peacefully from this life into the arms of her loving Savior on November 17, 2025 at the age of 73. The youngest of four siblings, she was a devoted daughter, sister, and friend. She grew up in a fun-loving...
Judith Whiteman
Nov 18, 2025
Judith Elaine Whiteman
September 28, 1941 – November 18, 2025
Judy Whiteman, 84, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born and raised on a farm near Walhalla, North Dakota, Judy learned the values of hard work, family, and community from an early age. Surrounded by cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends, she grew...
Neola Raasch
Nov 14, 2025
Neola Maxine Raasch (nee Clark) was welcomed into Jesus’ arms, in glory, on November 14, 2025. Neola was born on May 24, 1935, in Page, Nebraska to W. Foy and Louise Clark (nee Nissen). Her mother passed away when Neola was eight years old. Foy married Anne Clark (nee Busch), who lovingly raised Neola and her two sisters as her...
Justin Mitchell
Nov 14, 2025
Justin Allen Mitchell,42 born and raised in Brainerd Mn passed away on November14th 2025 in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones, after a long and courageous battle with Myotonic Dystrophy.
Justin faced more medical challenges in his life then most ever will. At just the young age of 25 Justin underwent a heart transplant, an experience that both...
Terry 'Butch' Lundeby
Nov 13, 2025
Terrance (Butch) George Lundeby
July 13, 1946 – November 13, 2025
Terrance (Butch) George Lundeby, age 79, of Onamia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, at the hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota, following an accident.
Terry, the son of Thorbjorn (Fred) and Ura Lundeby, was born on July 13, 1946, in Devils Lake, North Dakota. He grew up on a small...
Mae Powell
Nov 13, 2025
Laura Mae (Mae) Powell of Cushing, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025.
Mae was born on May 9, 1927 in Lester Prairie, Minnesota to Ethan and Elizabeth Packer. As a young girl, her family moved to Cushing, where she attended a country school before graduating from Lester Prairie High School. After high school, she worked at Munsingwear and was a...
William Fortier
Nov 12, 2025
William Curtis Ingle/Fortier
B. November 22, 1937 D. November 12, 2025
Will was born in Juneau, Alaska to Lester & Grace Ingle, who divorced in 1940 when Will was 3 years old. She married second husband Harlove H. Fortier, who adopted Will & legally changed Will’s name to Fortier. Mother had 2 more children Larry & Rondi. They lived in Juneau until...
Leonard Thorsett
Nov 11, 2025
Leonard John Thorsett, 81, of Motley, MN passed away on November 11, 2025, in Staples, MN from natural causes. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Motley, MN on Friday November 21, 2025, at 11:00am. A Rosary and Visitation will begin at 10:00am at the church. There will be a luncheon directly following...
Dean Jansson
Nov 9, 2025
Dean Carl “Swede” Jansson, age 86, of Baxter, Minnesota, formerly of Ramsey, passed away on November 9, 2025.
Born in Minneapolis, Dean proudly served his country as a United States Marine before beginning a 35-year career as an electrical lineman. His dedication, reliability, and quiet strength left a lasting impression on all who worked beside him.
A proud first-generation American, Dean was...
Sharon Smith
Nov 9, 2025
Sharon Ann Smith, born on October 15, 1947, in Chicago, IL, passed away surrounded by her family on November 9, 2025, in Brainerd, MN. Sharon was a beloved mother and grandmother and will be missed by many.
A heartfelt thank you to St. Croix Hospice and Edgewood staff for their compassionate care.
A service for Sharon will be held at a later...
Peter Herzog
Nov 8, 2025
Peter Herzog, age 88, of Pequot Lakes Minnesota, passed away November 8, 2025. Peter was born January 24, 1937, in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was the ninth child of 10.
Peter served in the US Marine Corp for 3 years. He worked at Northern States Power Company for 36 years. He married Sallie and together they had seven children. The family...
Margo Louise Buchite
Nov 7, 2025
Our precious daughter, Margo Louise Buchite, was born into the arms of Jesus on November 7, 2025, at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Though her time on earth was brief, she filled our hearts with an unmeasurable love that will remain forever.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday November 22, 2025 at 11:00am at the Halvorson Taylor Funeral...
Duane Larson
Nov 5, 2025
Duane Roy Larson “Lars”, born January 27, 1935, in Minneapolis, MN, passed away on November 5, 2025, at his home in Pine River.
Duane grew up one of 5 children to his parents, Roy and Marie (Borchert) Larson. He joined the Army in 1957 and after leaving the service he came north and fell in love with the area. Duane moved...
Elsie Dotzler
Nov 5, 2025
Elsie Elizabeth (Richards) Dotzler, age 93, passed away on November 5, 2025. She was born on May 22, 1932, in Chokio, MN to Leonard and Elsie Richards. She graduated from Crosby-Ironton High School in 1950. Elsie lived in Emily before moving to Brainerd in 1987, She worked for Samco, Scorpion, The Aitkin Turkey Plant and was known as the sample...
Eric Anderson
Nov 4, 2025
Eric James Anderson
February 11, 1965 — November 4, 2025
Eric James Anderson, age 60, passed away on November 4, 2025, at his home in Baxter, Minnesota.
Eric was born February 11, 1965, in Ansbach, Germany, the son of Harold and Janet Anderson. He graduated from Mayer Lutheran High School in Mayer, Minnesota, he later traveled to England to attend the Lord Iver...
Judith Pitschka
Nov 4, 2025
Judith Mae Pitschka, 85, of Richmond, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, with her daughter by her side.
Judith was born on August 4, 1940, in Princeton, Minnesota, to Harlow and Edith (Olson) Cunningham. She spent over 27 years working at A-Pine, a place where she formed many lasting friendships and was known for her dedication and warm spirit. Judith...
