Obituaries

Jun 14, 2020

H. Laury LePage, of Nisswa, died in his sleep on June 14, 2020, at St. Cloud Hospital, surrounded by the love of his family, with his son at his side. He was a devoted husband to Marilyn, loving father to Shari and Dave, a doting grandfather to Julia, Erin, Christina, Kate, Claire and Grace, and great grandfather to Veda,...

Jun 12, 2020

“I Want Jesus to Walk with Me” is the title of a song David came to love when he heard it performed by Grandson Philip Sargents’ A Capella group, Chamber Bravura.

David N. Stevens ended that Walk here on earth at home on June 12, 2020 with his wife Bonnie and daughter Joanna at his side. David...

Jun 11, 2020

Donna Marie Potz, age 64, of Brainerd died Thursday, June 11, 2020 at the St. Cloud Hosptial.  A celebration of Donna’s life will be held from 11-1PM on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Baxter.

Donna was born on November 28, 1955 to Dale and Barbara (Manske) Potz.  She was a very hard...

Jun 9, 2020

LaVerne Marles Somerville, age 90, of Pine River, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2020, at Riverside Assisted Living in Pine River. She was born to Ben and Louisa Harrington on January 1, 1930, in Home Brook Township, MN. She loved gardening, cooking and baking (CINNAMON ROLLS).

LaVerne is survived by her children: Karen Graf (Jerry) of Deer...

Jun 8, 2020

Clara Florence (Howard) Hopkins, age 83, died June 8, 2020 at the Veterans Nursing Home in St. Cloud, MN. A memorial service will be held 10:30 AM, Friday, June 19, 2020 at Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Staples, MN. Interment will be held at 12:00 PM, at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN.

Clara was...

Jun 8, 2020

Rachel Leah Vrudny was born on January 25, 1960,  and raised in Brainerd, MN  as part of a family very involved with swimming and in all the activities at Zion Lutheran Church.  She graduated with honors from BHS in 1978,  being very involved with music, art, drama, and the sports teams.  She attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts...

Jun 8, 2020

Dennis Arthur Ward, age 98, of Baxter died Monday, June 8, 2020 at St. Therese Care Center in Woodbury. Services will be at a later date.

Dennis was born April 6, 1922 in Oadby, England to Thomas and Frances (Bates) Ward. He proudly served his country in the British Navy during WWII. While on leave at port...

Jun 8, 2020

Caryn Janel (Spreeman) Peterson, (age 62) of Baxter, MN, died peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2020 at her home surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of Caryn’s life will be held at 1PM on Saturday, June 13, 2020 at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Baxter.

Caryn was born February 13, 1958 to Roger and Rosemary (Dupslaff)...

Jun 6, 2020

James “Jim” Michael Arrigoni, age 89, of Staples, MN and formerly of Breezy Point, MN passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 6, 2020 at Lakewood Health System in Staples.  Services for Jim will be held on Friday, June 19 at 11AM at Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Pequot Lakes, MN with a visitation beginning one hour prior to services...

Jun 4, 2020

On June 4th, Elsie Elaine Melby went to be with her Lord and Savior, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. A private family service will take place on June 12, 2020.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel

Elsie was born November 21st, 1932 to Sidney and Cora Hillman in Bismarck, North Dakota. She...

Jun 3, 2020

Lund, (Swanson) Gloria Jean, age 83 of Crosslake, died June 3, 2020. Preceded in death by parents Elmer and Mildred (Thuerbach) Swanson of St. Cloud, stepmother Elvina Johnson Swanson; and her husband of 58 years Paul Charles Lund. Survived by brother Gary (Beth) Swanson; stepbrother Byron (Mary Lou) Johnson; stepsister Myrna (Johnson) Essler; daughter Cynthia (Bill) Hedberg Killion; daughter...

Jun 1, 2020

Donald Matthew Wengler, age 80, of Backus, passed away on June 1, 2020. Don is survived by his wife, Sandra; son, Matthew; grandchildren: Jacob, Tyler, Emma; brothers, Roman and Robert; sister, Bernadine; brother-in-law, Mark Magnuson; sisters-in-law: Marlene, Sue, Cynthia Magnuson; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Mark; parents; in-laws; brother, Fritz; brothers-in-law,...

Jun 1, 2020

If you knew our dad, you knew what a kind, gentle, and humble man he was. Never a cross word said about anyone and always willing to help anyone in need. Even when living with dementia at the end, his demeanor did not change, he was always cheerful and kind and we are so thankful for that. Dad taught...

Jun 1, 2020

Duane Leonard Smart went home to be with his Heavenly Father on June 1, 2020 holding the hand of his beloved wife of 50 years, Virginia. No services are planned at this time.

Duane was born October 31, 1947 on a small, second generation dairy farm along the banks of the Nokassippi River, near Brainerd, Minnesota. He...

May 31, 2020

Scott Tyler Mead, age 25, passed away May 31, 2020. He was born January 19, 1995. Scotty was quick to give a big smile, which was paired with an even bigger heart. He was known for his hugs and devotion to family and friends. He loved the outdoors and all his favorite pastimes were done there, whether fishing with...

May 28, 2020

Roger E. John of Crosslake, passed away peacefully at his home, with his family by his side. Mass and Christian Burial will be held Friday June 5, 2020 at Immaculate Heart Catholic Church at 11:00am in Crosslake. Friends and family are invited for one hour before. Interment will be at Pinewood Cemetery, Crosslake.

Roger was born in Long...

May 27, 2020

Myrlin Mae Wagner, age 87, of Nisswa died peacefully with her loving husband by her side on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at her home in Nisswa.  Services will be held at a later date.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Pequot Lakes.

Myrlin was born July 31, 1932 in Freeport, MN to Albin and...

May 26, 2020

Carol Mae Swenson of Baxter, MN passed away suddenly and peacefully on May 26, 2020 at the age of 82. Carol, the youngest child of three to Harold and Alma McNamee, lived most of her life in the Pequot Lakes and Pine River area. She was a quiet, unassuming individual and from a worldly perspective, her list of accomplishments...

May 24, 2020

Donna Glee Block, 94, resident of Crosby, passed away on Sunday, May 24th, 2020 at Crosby Care Center in Crosby, Minnesota. She was born August 8, 1925 in Comfrey, MN to Chuck and Pearl Amsden.

Survivors include 2 children, Dawn (William) Mills, Brainerd, MN and Danny Block, Aitken, MN. 5 grandchildren Jeff, Daniel, Jamie, Alissa and Denise....

May 24, 2020

Margo E. (Martin) Hoemberg, 72, of Staples, died on May 24th, 2020 at Lakewood Health System Care Center in Staples.

The family will hold a private ceremony and internment at a later date. A celebration of life event will also be held at a later date when the family feels it appropriate to do so.

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