Obituaries
Don J Nelsen
Apr 25, 2023
Nelsen, Donald J., age 77, of Motley, formerly of Walker, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly at home on April 25, 2023.
Preceded in death by: his parents Elmer and Rose (Strenke) Nelsen, and grandson, Austin John-Wallace Duff. Donald (Don) worked in the kitchens at Ah-Gwah-Ching for 25+ years until retirement. A wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend; his...
James Larson
Apr 24, 2023
James D. Larson Sr., age 79, of Pequot Lakes passed away on April 24, 2023 at his home. Jim was born February 11, 1944 in Minneapolis to parents, Leroy and Dorothy (Minor) Larson. Jim lived his early years in Sauk Rapids, MN where he had many fond childhood memories. The family moved to Prior Lake where he attended high school...
Elsie 'Marie' Anderson
Apr 24, 2023
Marie Anderson, age 84, of Pillager, died peacefully at Bethany Good Samaritan Home on April 24, 2023. She was born in Lakefield, Minnesota to Wilbert and Elsie Ahrens on November 22, 1938. Marie married Roland Anderson on February 9, 1957. They were married for 65 years.
Marie loved caring for others, especially her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Marie had...
Jean Segerstrom
Apr 22, 2023
Segerstrom, Jean Niles (Newstrom), age 94, Nisswa, Minnesota, formerly of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Toronto, Canada and Dallas, Texas, died after a short illness on April 22, 2023.
She was born in Minneapolis on September 28, 1928. She graduated from Washburn High School in 1946 and the University of Minnesota in 1950. She received a master’s degree in English Literature from the...
Betty Gray
Apr 20, 2023
Betty Gray, age 95, of Brainerd, passed away on April 20, 2023. Services are scheduled 1pm Friday, April 28, 2023 at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter. Visitation will begin one hour prior.
Betty is leaving behind 8 grandchildren, her daughter Loralyn, two sons Kevin and Bradley, and her best friend Donna Musselman Spurlock.
She was born on...
Patrick Smith
Apr 19, 2023
Patrick “Pat” Smith, 73, of Deerwood, MN, passed away unexpectedly in his home on April 19, 2023.
Pat was born on April 23, 1949, to Boyd “Bud” and Jeanette (Ruoko) Smith in Crosby, MN. He was the third of eight children.
Pat graduated from Crosby-Ironton High School in 1967 and attended UMD for a year before joining the Air Force...
Patricia 'Pat' Huhta
Apr 19, 2023
Patricia (Wojciak) Huhta 'Grandma Pat', 82, of Baxter, MN passed away on April 19, 2023 from complications of COPD and pneumonia. Visitation will be Sunday April 23, 2023, from 4pm - 7pm at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter, and will continue 9am – 11am on Monday, April 24, 2023, at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Baxter, MN....
Linda M Kiefer
Apr 19, 2023
Linda Kiefer, 79, of Crosslake, MN passed away on April 19, 2023 in Brainerd.
Please check back soon for updated information.
Arrangements are entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Baxter.
Virginia Keepers
Apr 17, 2023
Virginia Marie Keepers, 80, of Mesa, AZ, passed away on April 17, 2023. She was born on May 20, 1942, in Chisholm, MN, to Frank and Ann (nee Komidar) and was the beloved wife of David Keepers.
Virginia earned her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota and went on to become an Elementary Media Specialist in District...
Adele Johnson
Apr 17, 2023
Adele Louise Johnson, 93, of Crosslake, MN, passed away on April 17, 2023. She was at her home in Chandler, Arizona. At her side was her son, Scott, his wife, Laurie, granddaughter, Amy with her husband, Greg (via phone). Adele drew her last breath, peacefully and gracefully during scripture, prayer, and song provided by Pastor Keith Robinson (via phone).
Adele...
Jimmie R Benjamin
Apr 17, 2023
Jimmie “Jim” R Benjamin, 81, of Brainerd, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2023, surrounded by family. Services will be at 2pm on Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter, MN. A visitation will start at 12pm for friends and family to gather prior to the service. Interment will be at Garrison City Cemetery.
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Eileen Carlson
Apr 17, 2023
Eileen D. Carlson passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at her daughter, Pam's home in Mora, MN. Eileen was born to Harvey and Amelia Hoover on August 22, 1927, at their home in rural Pine River. She grew up with sister, Ella, and brothers, Earl and Ray. On August 4, 1947, Eileen married Vern Carlson. They were married in...
Laurence Kicker
Apr 16, 2023
Laurence Leroy Kicker went to be with his Lord on April 16, 2023. He was born to Leroy and Marvel Kicker on August 11,1939 in Jenkins MN. He was the oldest with 6 younger siblings. In 1964 he married Patricia “Pat” Harris. During their marriage of 58 years, 3 children were added to their union. He began his early working...
Shawn Sondrol
Apr 15, 2023
Shawn Sondrol, age 29, of Breezy Point, MN, passed away on April 15, 2023, at his home. He was born October 20, 1993, in Breckenridge, MN, to Dale and Diane Sondrol. Shawn enjoyed computers and fixing things, especially cars. He enjoyed helping people in any way he could.Shawn is survived by his parents, Dale and Diane Sondrol; siblings: Trista Sondrol...
DeLos Julian Hough
Apr 15, 2023
On April 15, 2023, Delos Hough, beloved Husband, father and friend passed away at the age of 86 in Scandia Valley, MN. He is survived by his sister Ila May Ishaug and son Anthony (Maria). He was preceded in death by parents Julian and Evelyn Hough, Brothers Arden and Curtis, wife SyDonna and sons Christopher and Robert (Ross).
Delos...
Darrel VanDenheuvel
Apr 15, 2023
Darrel Joseph VanDenheuvel, 71, of Little Falls, passed away on April 15, 2023, at the St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by family. Services will be held at 2pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Randall, with a visitation starting one hour prior to services.
Darrel was born on June 29th, 1951, in Little Falls to...
William Patrick Offutt
Apr 14, 2023
William Patrick Offutt, 73, of Pequot Lakes, passed away on April 14, 2023. Interment will be at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, MN.
Please check back for full information regarding services.
Darrel Walters
Apr 14, 2023
Darrel Elmer Walters, age 73 of Crosslake, passed away peacefully on April 14th, 2023 at the St. Joseph’s Hospital in Brainerd, MN surrounded by his children.
Darrel was born on June 18th, 1949 to Elmer and Delores Walters of Golden Valley, MN.
He is survived by son; Tom Walters (April) with grandchildren Sofia and Vivian, daughter; Tara Guzman (Dan)...
Brenda Stading
Apr 13, 2023
Brenda Lee (Mergens) Stading, passed away on April 13, 2023. She was born to Edward and Audrey Mergens on September 2, 1960, in Farmington, MN. In 1965 Brenda’s family moved to Inver Grove Heights where Brenda attended Simley High School. There she was an avid swimmer and was an integral part of the synchronized swim team. She also taught swimming...
Cheryl Jean Turcotte
Apr 13, 2023
Cheryl Jean Turcotte, 76, of Merrifield, passed away peacefully with her family by her side. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 20th, from 4pm-7pm at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter. Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 21st at 10:30am at the Lakewood Memorial Chapel, with a visitation starting one hour prior. Interment will follow.
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