Obituaries

Oct 11, 2022

Sylvia Mae (Dilley) Koland 80, of Brainerd passed away on October 11th, 2022. She is survived by her husband Jim of 52 years, her brother Rod, sons Rich Koland (the late Amy Koland) and Scott (Lori) Koland, and her four grandchildren Lexi, Braydon, Ethan and Abby and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Herman,...

Oct 11, 2022

Gene "Bud" Kerger was born November 13, 1931, to Evald and Lydia Kerger in Slayton, MN. He passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family, on October 11, 2022.

Bud graduated from Slayton High School, joined the Air Force in 1951 and was stationed in Tripoli. He traveled extensively throughout Europe as an airplane mechanic. Upon...

Oct 10, 2022

Iona M. Smith, 88, of Motley, MN died Monday October 10, 2022, at Lakewood Health System Care Center in Staples, MN. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday October 14, 2022, at 11:00am at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Motley, MN with Father Aaron Kuhn officiating. Visitation for family and friends will be Thursday October 13, 2022, from...

Oct 10, 2022

Marie Amy Taylor (Witt), age 59, of Pine River, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2022, with her loving husband of 35 years, Dean, by her side. She will be greatly missed by her children: Cheyanne (Cody), Austin, Lizzy (Eric); grandchildren, Ember and Carter; siblings: Darlene (Dan) Norman, Julie (Jay) Cline, Donna Crimmins, Josie (Steve) Mick, Penny (Troy) Sawyer,...

Oct 9, 2022

Laverne Fogelberg, known to friends and family as Dernie, passed away on October 9, 2022, at the age of 92, in Little Falls, MN.

Dernie was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother as well as a fun-loving sister, aunt, and friend to many. Her sense of community and love for family provided cherished memories and lasting friendships to...

Oct 7, 2022

Ella Ann Hoffmann was born on October 7, 2022 surrounded by her sister and parents, before sadly passing away in her mother’s arms 4 ½ hours later. There will be a memorial gathering for Ella on Sunday October 16, 2022 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Staples, MN.

Ella is preceded in death by...

Oct 6, 2022

Tanya Hanson, 38, passed away peacefully with her mom by her side after a long illness at the St Cloud Hospital on October 6, 2022. A memorial service for Tanya will be held on October 15, 2022 at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter. There will be a visitation for family and friends held at 3:00pm, and the service...

Oct 4, 2022

Jeannie Haugen

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Oct 4, 2022

Jeannie Constance Haugen died peacefully at her home on Oct. 4, 2022. She was 77 years old.

Jeannie was born on March 4, 1945 in Sharon, N. D. to Roy and Cornelia (Bjerke) Sears. She was the second of four children. She grew up on a farm near Petersburg, N. D.,...

Oct 4, 2022

Bridget Louise (Houghtaling) Maine, 62, of Pequot Lakes, Minnesota, passed away, peacefully, on October 4, 2022, surrounded by her family after a long, courageous battle with cancer.

Bridget was born in Saginaw, Michigan, on August 19, 1960. She spent her early years in Saginaw before moving to Alaska, where she met her husband, Westal Maine. They were...

Oct 1, 2022

In the early morning of October 1st, 2022, DeeDee Eve Paulson passed away peacefully at the age of 57, in Brainerd, MN.

 

Dee, as she was known best, was not only a devoted and loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was also a loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She truly was one of the best friends...

Oct 1, 2022

Jill Suzanne Warner-Klimek was born on September 10, 1964, to Thomas and Patricia (Brunotte) Warner in Northfield, MN. She grew up on the family farm, among the fields, woods, and creek that kindled her love of nature. After graduating from Northfield Senior High School in 1983, she made her way “up north” to attend Staples VoTech College for Art, where...

Sep 30, 2022

John “Jack” Rengel, 76, of Staples, passed away after an unexpected illness on September 30, 2022, at St. Cloud Hospital.

Jack was born on August 29, 1946, to John and Rose (Heier) Rengel in Staples, Minnesota. He was the oldest of 8 boys.  Jack spent his younger years growing up in Staples where he attended Sacred Heart Catholic School and...

Sep 30, 2022

Beverly Mary Anderson, age 87, of Garrison, MN, passed away at her home on September 30, 2022. A Memorial Service for Beverly will be held on Friday October 14, 2022 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Garrison, MN. The service will begin at 12:00pm, and there will be a visitation held one hour prior to the start of...

Sep 29, 2022

James Munsch, age 86, of Brainerd, passed away peacefully at his home on September 29, 2022. A Funeral Service for James will be held on Wednesday October 5, 2022 at 11:00am at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Brainerd. There will be a visitation held on Tuesday October 4, 2022 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter,...

Sep 28, 2022

Robert Charles Lee, Born July 26, 1927, to Rudolph and Mary (Erickson) Lee in Grand Forks, ND.    

 

Bob spent his boyhood years between Brainerd, MN and East Grand Forks, MN.  He  entered into Military Service in 1944, following his Jr. year  of High School.   Robert served in World War II in the Navy in the Pacific Theater.    He...

Sep 28, 2022

Patricia Marie (Hammer) Hunstad

Pat of East Gull Lake, formerly of the Twin Cities area, lost her battle with dementia September 28th. while her body has succumbed, her spirit remains alive with her family and friends.

Pat was God’s gift to Mary and Wally Hammer after more than 8 childless years. She was born in St. Paul on January 9,...

Sep 28, 2022

Daryl Bahma, of Brainerd, MN passed away peacefully on September 28, 2022, at the age of 82. A Funeral Service for Daryl will be held on Monday October 3, 2022, at 11:00AM at the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel in Baxter with a visitation starting one hour earlier at 10:00AM. There will be a visitation held on Sunday October 2, 2022,...

Sep 27, 2022

 Marlys Malmsten Arenson was born at St. Mary’s Hospital to Rev. H. Wyman & Amy (Groff) Malmsten on Sept. 2, 1933. She was the eldest of three children & grew up knowing Jesus loved her & Praying was important. Her parents & all four of her grandparents were active members of Bethlehem Baptist Church & Marlys followed their lead. At...

Sep 26, 2022

Dustin Lee Ahlgren, 43, of Baxter, passed away on September 26, 2022, at Essentia St. Joseph's Medical Center. Private Family services will be held at a later date.

Sep 25, 2022

Terry Thotland, age 58, passed away in his home unexpectedly on September 25, 2022.

 He is preceded in death by his father Terry Robert Thotland. He is survived by his mom Carol VanDam and step-father Gary, his former wife Jennifer Thotland, his sisters Tonya Erickson (Mark) and Joani Pettow (Brian), his brother Joe VanDam, his daughters Heather (Kern) Calhoun, Ashley...