Lynette Lundgren

Lynette Maxine (Avelsgaard) Lundgren passed away September 17th 2026, she was born January 28th, 1945 in Crosby, MN to Julian and Mardelle (Abear) Avelsgaard. Lynette grew up in Brainerd, and graduated from Washington High school in 1963. She attended the local Jr. College before starting at BRHSC (State Hospital) where she worked for 30+ years.

She married Wally on August 27, 1966 in Brainerd, where they raised their 5 children. Lynette had a great love for Jesus, her church (Oak Street Chapel), her husband, and family. 

She is survived by her husband Wally of 60 years. Her children Brian (Christine) Lundgren, Heather Lundgren, Rachael (John) Rahto, Shannon (Bob) Gardner, Chris (Beth) Kray. Her most cherished loves, her grandchildren: Alex Lundgren, Amy (Dustin) Wynn, MiKayla Rahto (Corey Hannahs), LizAnn (Aaron) Schultz, Amanda (Andy) Vogtlin, Casey Rahto (Joe Lueck), Haydein, Jaxson, Arrionna Gardner, Naimah, Jazzmyn Kray, great grandchildren, Austyn, Leah, Elenor, Elaine, and expecting two more blessings in Spring of 2027. Sisters Kathy (Mike) Badger, Pam (Mike) Anderson, Sister in laws Janet Almquist, Karen Novitzki and Brother in law Keith (Glee) Lundgren

She is preceded by death by her parents Julian and Mardelle Avelsgaard, and brother Julian (Chip) Avelsgaard. 

Services will be held Friday, September 25th , 2026 at Oak Street Chapel, visitation will be at 11am with Service at 12pm with a meal following in the fellowship hall.