Obituaries
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...
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...
James "Jim" Sullivan
Oct 24, 2025
James Patrick ”Jim” Sullivan (85) of Pillager passed away peacefully during the early morning of October 24, 2025 at Riverside Assisted Living in Pillager, MN. Jim was born November 28, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to James and Helen Sullivan. There will be a Celebration of Life on November 21, 2025 at the Brenny Funeral Chapel in Baxter, MN. Visitation will...
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...
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...
Neola Raasch
Nov 14, 2025
Neola Raasch, 90, of Baxter, MN passed away on November 14, 2025 in Brainerd, MN. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday December 6, 2025 at 11:00am at Christ Lutheran Church in Baxter. There will be a visitation held on Friday December 5, 2025 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm at Christ Lutheran Church and also one hour prior to the...
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...
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...
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...
Victor Flansburg
Nov 3, 2025
Victor W. Flansburg, age 97, of Staples, MN passed away on November 3, 2025 at the Veterans Home in Fergus Falls, MN. A Memorial Service will be held in June of 2026
A full obituary will be posted soon.
James Steffen
Nov 2, 2025
James "Jim" Steffen, 63, of Backus, Minnesota, passed away on November 2, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on July 30, 1962, in Spencer, Iowa.
Jim owned and operated Trailside Birch Products alongside his wife, Lorraine, where he crafted birch veneered furniture. An avid outdoorsman, he loved hunting, fishing, trapping, and spending time in nature. Jim had a gift for...
Sandra Olson
Nov 1, 2025
Sandra Marie Olson, age 55, of Fergus Falls, formerly of Brainerd, MN, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday November 1, 2025 in Fergus Falls.
A Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter, MN.
Sandra was born on April 3, 1970, in Brainerd, MN,...
