Obituaries
Nancy Brunes
Nov 28, 2025
Nancy Rae (Anderson) Brunes passed peacefully into Heaven on Friday, November 28, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd, MN. Nancy was born April 6, 1934, in Arland, WI.
She was the fourth of six children born to Andrew and Clara Anderson. The family moved to Turtle Lake, WI, where Nancy was involved in band and choir while in school....
Christine Roos
Nov 27, 2025
Christine Louise Roos (Ovitt), 55, of Brainerd, Minnesota, passed away on November 27, 2025.
On Saturday, November 23, Christine suffered an aneurysm and underwent surgery. Though she initially survived, she was later given no chance of recovery. In a final act of generosity, she gave the gift of life to others as an organ donor on Thanksgiving evening.
Born September 23, 1970,...
Russell McNiff
Nov 27, 2025
Russell McNiff, 70, of Brainerd, passed away on November 27, 2025.
Services will be held 11am on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at First Baptist Church in Baxter. Visitation will be one hour prior.
Sheri Gore
Nov 25, 2025
OUTING, MN — Sheri Lynn (Graves) Gore, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was defined by her quiet approach to life, and her giving heart, passed into heaven on Tuesday November 25, 2025, from her home on Smoky Hollow Lake in Outing, MN.
Sheri was born on August 7, 1958, in Fort Dodge, IA, to Daryl and Marlene (Spirek)...
Lois Mae Gibbs
Nov 24, 2025
With faith in Jesus Christ and gratitude for her life, we announce that Lois Mae (Swedeen) Gibbs entered her eternal home on November 24, 2025, at the age of 92. She was the daughter of Harley and Virginia Swedeen and from a family of seven siblings (Don, Lois, Bill, Ray, Kenny, Ginnie and Herb).
Lois lived a life of kindness, compassion,...
Eileen Avery
Nov 23, 2025
In Loving Memory of Eileen May (Roscoe) Avery
1931-2025
With full hearts and deep gratitude for her long and beautiful life, the family of Eileen May (Roscoe) Avery announces her peaceful passing on November 23, 2025, at the age of 94. Eileen was a woman of remarkable grace, kindness and quiet strength – qualities that shaped every chapter of her life and...
Gertraud Kopka
Nov 22, 2025
Gertraud Martha Kopka passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Brainerd, Minnesota, after suffering a stroke eight days prior. Her beloved family was sitting vigil at her bedside.
Gertraud was born in Altkirchen, East Prussia on February 4, 1933, to Marta and Rudolf Jelinski. As the second oldest of seven siblings, she helped her...
James Rudbeck
Nov 21, 2025
James (Jim) Rudbeck passed into the arms of the Lord while surrounded by his family on November 21, 2025.
James was born in Brainerd on February 27th, 1937, to Devere and Ludmilla (Nechanicky) Rudbeck. A devout Catholic, James attended school in Brainerd, where he developed a passion for music. He spent years playing the trumpet and served as the band president,...
Steven Mailhot
Nov 19, 2025
Steven J Mailhot, age 65. Died November 19, 2025.
Born November 19, 1960, to Maurice and Florence (Tollefson) Mailhot of Brainerd. Steve attended Brainerd Senior High School and graduated in 1979.
He was preceded in death by his father and brother Douglas, of Brainerd. He has 2 surviving sisters, Diane Mailhot and Barbara Guderjohn, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Steve enjoyed...
Susan Hemphill
Nov 18, 2025
Our mother, Susan Jean (McKenzie) Hemphill, was born in Minneapolis on July 19, 1952 to Melville and Donna McKenzie and passed peacefully from this life into the arms of her loving Savior on November 17, 2025 at the age of 73. The youngest of four siblings, she was a devoted daughter, sister, and friend. She grew up in a fun-loving...
Judith Whiteman
Nov 18, 2025
Judith Elaine Whiteman
September 28, 1941 – November 18, 2025
Judy Whiteman, 84, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Born and raised on a farm near Walhalla, North Dakota, Judy learned the values of hard work, family, and community from an early age. Surrounded by cousins, aunts, uncles, and friends, she grew...
Nancy Olson
Nov 17, 2025
Nancy Elaine Olson, born May 31, 1951, in Poplar (now Leader), Minnesota, passed away on November 17, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable Sassitude — a word that perfectly captured her spark, her humor, and her one-of-a-kind spirit.
Nancy was the third of seven children born to Harvey and Myrtle (Beals) Halverson — the third child, and...
Neola Raasch
Nov 14, 2025
Neola Maxine Raasch (nee Clark) was welcomed into Jesus’ arms, in glory, on November 14, 2025. Neola was born on May 24, 1935, in Page, Nebraska to W. Foy and Louise Clark (nee Nissen). Her mother passed away when Neola was eight years old. Foy married Anne Clark (nee Busch), who lovingly raised Neola and her two sisters as her...
Justin Mitchell
Nov 14, 2025
Justin Allen Mitchell,42 born and raised in Brainerd Mn passed away on November14th 2025 in the comfort of his home surrounded by loved ones, after a long and courageous battle with Myotonic Dystrophy.
Justin faced more medical challenges in his life then most ever will. At just the young age of 25 Justin underwent a heart transplant, an experience that both...
Terry 'Butch' Lundeby
Nov 13, 2025
Terrance (Butch) George Lundeby
July 13, 1946 – November 13, 2025
Terrance (Butch) George Lundeby, age 79, of Onamia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025, at the hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota, following an accident.
Terry, the son of Thorbjorn (Fred) and Ura Lundeby, was born on July 13, 1946, in Devils Lake, North Dakota. He grew up on a small...
Mae Powell
Nov 13, 2025
Laura Mae (Mae) Powell of Cushing, passed away peacefully on November 13, 2025.
Mae was born on May 9, 1927 in Lester Prairie, Minnesota to Ethan and Elizabeth Packer. As a young girl, her family moved to Cushing, where she attended a country school before graduating from Lester Prairie High School. After high school, she worked at Munsingwear and was a...
William Fortier
Nov 12, 2025
William Curtis Ingle/Fortier
B. November 22, 1937 D. November 12, 2025
Will was born in Juneau, Alaska to Lester & Grace Ingle, who divorced in 1940 when Will was 3 years old. She married second husband Harlove H. Fortier, who adopted Will & legally changed Will’s name to Fortier. Mother had 2 more children Larry & Rondi. They lived in Juneau until...
Leonard Thorsett
Nov 11, 2025
Leonard John Thorsett, 81, of Motley, MN passed away on November 11, 2025, in Staples, MN from natural causes. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Motley, MN on Friday November 21, 2025, at 11:00am. A Rosary and Visitation will begin at 10:00am at the church. There will be a luncheon directly following...
Dean Jansson
Nov 9, 2025
Dean Carl “Swede” Jansson, age 86, of Baxter, Minnesota, formerly of Ramsey, passed away on November 9, 2025.
Born in Minneapolis, Dean proudly served his country as a United States Marine before beginning a 35-year career as an electrical lineman. His dedication, reliability, and quiet strength left a lasting impression on all who worked beside him.
A proud first-generation American, Dean was...
Sharon Smith
Nov 9, 2025
Sharon Ann Smith, born on October 15, 1947, in Chicago, IL, passed away surrounded by her family on November 9, 2025, in Brainerd, MN. Sharon was a beloved mother and grandmother and will be missed by many.
A heartfelt thank you to St. Croix Hospice and Edgewood staff for their compassionate care.
A service for Sharon will be held at a later...
