Obituaries
Rosella Peter
Jan 28, 2025
Rosella Marie (Teske) Peter, 94, of Baxter, Mn, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 28th, 2025, at Bethany Nursing Home, Brainerd, Mn. She was born on April 1, 1930, in Wheaton, Kansas to Elsie and Edward Teske. She was the second youngest of eight children. Her mother passed away when Rosella was three years old. She was raised by her older...
Doris Irene Johnson
Jan 27, 2025
Johnson, Doris Irene (Carlson), born June 22, 1922, in Minneapolis, MN. Graduated South High, Minneapolis 1941. Married Berl Leland Johnson October 1, 1943.
Doris enjoyed investigating family Genealogy and was a long-time Friend of Bill W.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Henry Carlson and Nellie Elizabeth Carlson (Stillman) of Minneapolis, her brother Robert H. Carlson Jr., husband Berl,...
John Gorton
Jan 26, 2025
John M. Gorton, DDS, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected member of the Staples community, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, at the age of 83. His life was one marked by dedication, compassion, and a deep commitment to service – both as a healthcare professional and a member of his community. His character and values were shaped...
Jill Proctor
Jan 25, 2025
Jill Proctor, born on June 26, 1954, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, passed peacefully into the arms of our Lord on January 25, 2025, following a brief illness at Advent Hospital in Tarpon Springs, Florida. She is lovingly survived by her devoted husband of 49 years, Britt Proctor of Tarpon Springs, Florida; her daughters, Erin (Cornell) Joseph of Big Lake, Minnesota,...
Burma Brekke
Jan 24, 2025
Burma Olson Brekke, of Crosslake, MN, passed away on January 24, 2025, at the age of 93.
She was born to Oscar and Hazel Olson Brekke on March 21, 1931, in South Dakota. She grew up in the tiny town of Albee, attending Albee Grade School and Revillo High School receiving her diploma in May 1949. She attended Northern State Teacher’s...
Ronald C. Peterson
Jan 24, 2025
Ronald Claire Peterson March 7, 1941 – January 24, 2025
Ronald Claire Peterson peacefully passed on January 24, 2025. Our Lord and Savior welcomed him as he was surrounded by his loving family, ending his short yet brave battle against Lymphoma.
Born on March 7, 1941, in Wadena, Minnesota, the eldest son of Donald and Luzetta (Martin) Peterson.
In 1961, Ron married Mary...
Michael T. Murray
Jan 22, 2025
Michael's funeral will be livestreamed. Please click here
Michael Thomas Murray, 61, of Breezy Point, MN passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 22nd, 2025 in Brainerd, MN.
Michael lived a life filled with charisma, sass, devotion, humor, and love. Mike graduated from St. John’s University and built a career in sales, touching the lives of many in his work through his sarcasm...
Kristen Witthuhn
Jan 19, 2025
Kristen Kay Witthuhn, born on November 20, 1970, in Bloomington, MN, to James and Darlene (Darrow) Hanson, passed away on January 19, 2025, in Brainerd, MN.
Services will be held at a later date.
Doreen Ann Johnson Walderon
Jan 18, 2025
Doreen Ann Johnson-Walderon
Sunrise: July 8, 1961; Sunset: January 18, 2025
Doreen was born in Minneapolis on July 8, 1961, and was the first-born daughter of Kelly and Jeanie (Mertens) Johnson. She embraced the role of being the oldest sibling – it really defined who she was. Doreen graduated from Northfield Senior High School in 1979. She moved to Faribault where she...
Larry Ciha
Jan 18, 2025
Larry William Ciha, born on April 15, 1940, to Wesley and Lois (Longerbeam) Ciha in Solon, IA, passed away on January 18, 2025, in Brainerd, MN.
Larry was a farmer for over 20 years in Solon, IA, owning Ciha Farms. He married his wife, Corleen Pickering, on May 12, 1962, and in 1984, they moved to Hackensack, MN, where Larry later...
Richard Schmidberger
Jan 18, 2025
Richard (Dick) Schmidberger, age 82, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, surrounded by his family in his home in Longville, MN.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Barbara; son, Rick (Karen); daughter, Julie; five grandsons and three great-grandchildren.
A special thanks to our family, neighbors, and friends for all of your support at this difficult time.
A celebration of...
Ralph Frederick Perry
Jan 16, 2025
Ralph Frederick Perry passed away peacefully at home on his precious Bobcat on January 16, 2025.
Ralph was born in Bigstone County in Minnesota in 1939 as the oldest of three boys, growing up on his father’s “Cass Co. Claim” farm west of Pine River. He was a Class of 57’ Pine River graduate and served in the Airforce in crash...
Blake Barker
Jan 16, 2025
Blake Barker, age 63, of Brainerd, passed away on January 16, 2025. A Celebration of Blake's life will be held on Sunday May 18th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Quality Inn in Brainerd (2115 South 6th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401).
Blake was born on September 16, 1961, to George and Ann (Eller) Barker in Onamia. Blake is survived by his...
Peggy Wille
Jan 16, 2025
Peggy Ann Wille, age 92, passed away peacefully at home on January 16, 2025, in Motley, Minnesota. She was born on September 7th 1932, in Cushing, Minnesota on her family farm. Peggy was a cherished soul who lived a life full of love, joy, and unforgettable moments. She was deeply admired and respected by all who had the pleasure of...
Clifford Eychaner
Jan 15, 2025
Clifford Eychaner, 78, passed away on January 15, 2025. No services will be held.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel.
Craig Brand
Jan 14, 2025
Craig A. Brand joined his Heavenly Father at the age of 74 on January 14, 2025, at home with his devoted family at his bedside. He was the first-born child to Armand and Dorothy (Meyer) Brand on December 26, 1950, in Fargo, ND. A Funeral service will be held on Saturday January 18, 2025 at 12:00pm at the Swan Valley...
Bonnie Stottler
Jan 12, 2025
Bonnie Lee Stottler (Cashman) of Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, passed on January 12, 2025, at the age of 81.
Bonnie was born in Altoona, Pennsylvania, to her parents, Wilford P. Cashman and Naomi Cashman (Dobson) Cashman on February 4, 1943. Bonnie was a woman of many talents, great cook, artist, gardener, quilter, and all around fix it girl. Bonnie was a collector,...
Marlene Ohiyon
Jan 11, 2025
Marlene Joann Ohiyon went to heaven on January 11, 2025. At the time of her passing she lived at Whitefish at the Lakes in Crosslake, MN. Previous to moving there, she lived at Shorewood Senior Living in Rochester, MN.
Marlene was born in Callender, IA on September 25, 1936, to Floyd and Irene (Ladwig) Spirek. She graduated from Callender High School...
Janet Rhoades
Jan 9, 2025
Janet Joy Rhoades, 79, of Nisswa, MN. Passed away on January 9, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loved ones. Jan was born June 24, 1945 in Minneapolis, Mn. She is survived by her husband Butch Rhoades, her adoring son Jason (Stacey), granddaughter Nevra. Jan is preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Jeanette Johnson, and brother Doug...
Greg Cliver
Jan 9, 2025
Greg Cameron Cliver, 77, of Nisswa, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025.
He was born in St. Louis, Missouri on November 8, 1947 to Stanley and Marceline (Blankenship) Cliver. He graduated from McCluer High School in Florissant, MO in 1965. Later he attended Tarkio College in Tarkio, Missouri, where he graduated in 1969. After college, Greg enlisted in the...
