Obituaries
Richard Arones
Mar 5, 2026
Richard Arones, age 87, of Pine River, MN, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Duluth, MN.
Dick loved hunting, old cars, sailing on Lake Superior, downhill skiing, traveling, spending time with his beautiful family, and the wonderful years at his retirement home on Lake Ada.
He is survived by the love of his life, Ingrid; two children, son, Bret (Donna) and...
Barbara Marlene Mares
Mar 5, 2026
Barbara Marlene Mares, 74, of Pillager, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 5th, 2026, surrounded by family.
Barbara was born January 21st, 1952, in Brainerd, Minnesota, to Howard and Bernice Gillson. She lived most of her life in Pillager and the surrounding area, where she built a life centered on service, creativity, and love for her family.
She graduated from Pillager High...
Phyllis Duval
Mar 4, 2026
Phyllis A. Duval passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on March 4, 2026.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Immaculate Heart Catholic Church in Crosslake. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Pinewood Cemetery.
Phyllis was born on September 17,...
Frederick Hines
Mar 4, 2026
Frederick Douglas Hines, 63, of Hopkins, passed away on March 4, 2026. He was born on September 14, 1962, in Chicago, to Joel and Precious (Butler) Hines.
Fred had a passion for drag racing and could often be found working on cars. He also had a deep interest in CB radios, bowling and fishing. When it was time to relax, Fred...
Jonathan Spurbeck
Mar 3, 2026
Jonathan “Jon” “Grizz” Hugh Spurbeck, 70, passed away on March 3, 2026
A Celebration of Life will be held in the activities room at Janet’s apartment complex on March 14, 2026 from 1:00-6:00PM. 5500 Boone Ave N, New Hope MN 55428
A funeral service will be held at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter on March 28, 2026 at 11:00 AM...
Frank Fussy
Mar 3, 2026
Frank Fussy, lovingly known as “King Cat,” passed away on March 3, 2026, in Staples.
Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Little Falls, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church, as well as on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, from...
Jim Noehring
Feb 28, 2026
Jim Noehring, 58, of Brainerd, Minnesota, passed away on February 28, 2026.
Born on September 7, 1967, Jim filled his life with music, family, and friends.
Jim is survived by his longtime life companion, Kristen Krueger, who shared his love for almost 25 years. He also leaves behind his cherished bonus children, Devan and Sydney. The grandchildren were a big part of...
Wendy Reed
Feb 28, 2026
Wendy Lou Reed passed away peacefully in her home in rural Remer, MN, surrounded by her family on February 28, 2026.
Born on September 10, 1958, in Moose Lake, MN, Wendy went on to graduate from Bemidji State University with a Bachelor’s Degree. On May 27, 1977, she married the love of her life, Gene, with whom she shared nearly 49...
Pamela Polchow
Feb 28, 2026
Pamela Joy Polchow, age 76, of Crosslake, passed peacefully into God’s hands on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Essentia Health following health complications.
Pam was born on September 18, 1949. In July 2025, she made the heartfelt decision to move to the Crosslake area to be closer to her family. Though her time there was brief, she embraced it fully. Pam...
Curtis Carl Zimmerman
Feb 28, 2026
Curtis Zimmerman passed away Saturday February 28, 2026. He was 86 years old.
Curt was born on March 24, 1939, in Bottineau, North Dakota to Carl and Doris (Brandt) Zimmerman. He was the youngest of two sons. They were raised on a small dairy farm in Willow City. In their high school years the brothers were talented basketball players. They were...
Dale Tracy
Feb 27, 2026
Dale Hans Tracy, 90, of Pequot Lakes passed away on February 27th, 2026.
Dale was born on January 14th, 1936 to John and Ella Tracy in Minneapolis, MN. Dale met his wife, Ellyn at church and became partners in life.
Dale was a kind, funny, and caring husband, father, and grandfather. Dale was always willing to help anyone who needed it and...
Larry Daniel Gifford
Feb 25, 2026
Larry Daniel Gifford
September 24, 1940 – February 25, 2026
Larry Daniel Gifford, age 85, of Pierz, MN, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, at Harmony House in Pierz. He was born on September 24, 1940, in Lynch, Nebraska (Boyd County), to Charles L. Gifford and Mildred (Hansen) Gifford. He was raised with a deep sense of faith, resilience, hard work,...
Donald Anderson
Feb 24, 2026
Donald C. Anderson, age 93, of Baxter, went to be with Jesus on February 24, 2026.
Donald was born on January 17, 1933, to Arvid and Bertha Anderson and was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church. He graduated from Brainerd Schools and proudly served his country as a veteran of the Korean War.
On October 4, 1958, he married the love...
Sandra Kay Rasmussen
Feb 22, 2026
It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Sandra Kay Rasmussen at the age of 72, in the town of Staples MN where she resided. Born 07-03-1953 to Shirley Noise Rasmussen and Lloyd Rasmussen in Wadena mn. Both of her parents, as well as her niece (Noelle Rasmussen) preceded her in death.
She is survived by her son...
David Wayt
Feb 22, 2026
David Barnt Wayt, 77, of Baxter, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026, at Essentia Health St. Joseph’s Medical Center. He was born on May 26, 1948, in Roundup, Montana, to Gordon and Hilma Wayt.
David was raised in Brainerd and graduated from Brainerd High School in 1966. Shortly after graduation, he answered the call to serve his country by...
Steven Malecka
Feb 21, 2026
Steven Douglas Malecka, born on February 24, 1953, in Minneapolis, MN, passed away on February 21, 2026.
Steven graduated from Bloomington-Lincoln Sr. High School in 1971 and went on to attend school as a plumbing apprentice from 1978-1982. Steven would later earn the title of Master Plumber in 2004, of which he was very proud. He later retired to Pine River,...
Patricia Ann Howitz
Feb 20, 2026
Patricia “Pat” A. Howitz, 91, passed away peacefully at her residence in Minnetonka, MN, on Friday, February 20, 2026. She was born on July 4, 1934, in Minneapolis, MN, to Andrew and Helen (Nelson) Noden. She was raised in Ada, MN, and graduated from the School of Pharmacy at North Dakota State University in Fargo in 1956. She married Donald...
Austin Greenwaldt
Feb 19, 2026
Austin A. Greenwaldt, age 29, of Saint Cloud, MN passed away on February 19, 2026. He was born on December 31, 1996 at St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls, MN to Shelly Greenwaldt and Douglas Erickson. Austin grew up in Randall, MN. Austin found joy in the simple things in life. He loved spending time outdoors, especially going on nature...
Nancy Macnamara
Feb 18, 2026
Nancy Marie Macnamara passed from this life on Ash Wednesday, February 18th, 2026, at the age of 96 ½. She was born to Irving and Ruth Van Stone on August 30th, 1929, in Washburn Wisconsin. She was joined by sister, Mary Kay, two years later.
The family owned and operated their farm as Town’s End Dairy. Nancy attended Washburn High School...
Daniel Trout
Feb 15, 2026
Daniel Thomas “Danny” Trout went to heaven on his birthday, February 15, 2026.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday February 19, 2026 at 10:00am at the Heritage Church in Baxter.
Daniel was born on February 15, 1960, in Staples, Minnesota, to Belma (Ward) and Neil Trout. From an early age, he was known for his warm personality and strong sense...
