Hilda A Lee

Hilda Aleda Lee, 97, of Brainerd, peacefully passed away on November 10, 2026. Hilda was born on December 15, 1928, to Pontus and Mabel Anderson in Brainerd, MN where she lived most of her life.

She raised three children born from her first marriage and later in life married her husband, LeRoy Lee.

Hilda was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where she enjoyed many sessions in the church basement making Lefse.

Hilda had many interests including aviation, marksmanship, botany, needlework, Rosemaling, civic service, and conservation.

Hilda worked for many years at First Federal Savings and Loan of Brainerd until she retired.

Hilda is survived by her children DiAnne Bubalo, Daniel Bubalo Jr, and Keith (Lori) Bubalo, grandson Blaine (Kayla) Bubalo, and great grandchildren, Kaylee, Everly, and Eli.

She is preceded in death by her husband LeRoy Lee, her parents, and brothers Gerald and Donald.

Hilda requested that there be no public funeral, but that those who knew her go out in nature and enjoy the beautiful world and wildlife that God created.

Hilda’s family would like to thank the staff of Harmony House of Brainerd and St. Croix Hospice that provided such loving care to our mom.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to a local animal rescue facility.

Arrangements are entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Baxter.