OBITUARIES

May 10, 2023

Mary Adeline “Addie” Johnson, age 94, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Brainerd, MN after a very brief illness.  Addie was born to Henry and Alma Sauter on January 29, 1929, in George, Iowa.

Addie spent most of her childhood in Fulda, MN where her family relocated to farm and ran a creamery. Encouraged by...

May 8, 2023

Carol Dickey, age 91, of Lonsdale, MN, and formerly Backus, MN, passed away on May 8, 2023. She was born to Maylin and Agnes (Knopf) Larson on April 7, 1932, in Backus. Carol graduated from Backus High School in 1950. She married Robert Howe on April 26, 1958, in Minneapolis. Robert passed away on January 28, 1979. Carol married Fred...

May 6, 2023

Patti Joy Erickson was born October, 5 1935 to Gwendolyn (Edwards) Heininger and Joseph Heininger in Mendota, IL. She died on May 6, 2023 at Lakewood Health Senior Campus, Staples, MN.  Raised in Mendota, she had one sister, Barbara, 10 years her senior.In high school, Patti was active in music, drama and cheerleading. A faithful friend, she remained in close...

May 3, 2023

 

Richard “Rich” H. Eisenschenk, 68, passed away unexpectedly on May 3, 2023 at his home in Hackensack, MN. Services will be on Saturday, May 13, at Kline Funeral Home, Pine River, MN. Visitation will be at 10 AM followed by the service at 12 PM.     

Rich was born to Dorothy A. and Henry A. Eisenschenk on March...

May 1, 2023

Barbara Volk, age 88, passed away on Monday, May 1, 2023, at her home. She was born to Lester and Dolly Pollock on October 20, 1934, in Pine River.Barbara was a member of TOPS and a former member of the Ansel Township Board. She enjoyed raising cattle with her husband, scouting for deer, and was a wonderful caretaker of her...

Apr 27, 2023

Dale Lawrence Weiss was born on May 5, 1954, to Fred and Gertrude (Ellis) Weiss in Brainerd, MN. He graduated from Pine River High School in 1972, spent several years out west in Wyoming – a place he loved – before returning to his roots in Pine River. He liked driving fast cars, listening to great music and having fun....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Apr 12, 2023

Sue Kraft, age 62, of Pine River, MN, passed away after a brief and courageous battle with cancer.  She passed away at her home with family surrounding her with love on April 12, 2023.  Sue was born in Minneapolis on March 18, 1961.

Sue loved to make trips out to Wecota, SD, to vacation and spend time...

Apr 11, 2023

Amy Joyce (Watters) Dauber was born January 14, 1943 in Valparaiso, Indiana to Calvin S. Watters and Arcola N. Ritter. She lived most of her childhood in Daggett, CA, and studied Bible College at Prairie Bible Institute in Three Hills, Alberta. She passed away Apr 11, 2023, at Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living in Crosslake, MN. Her memorial...

Apr 7, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to Richard “Dick” Daryl Wageman, a larger-than-life personality who left a lasting impact on everyone he met. He was born in Regan, ND on August 15, 1941, to Arthur and Doris (Carlson) Wageman.

Richard attended school in Regan, North Dakota, graduated from Bismarck High School, and attended...

Apr 5, 2023

Richard C. Theis, age 84, of Pine River, MN, was born July 16, 1938 and passed away on April 5, 2023. He was born and raised in Little Falls, MN, and lived in Crystal, MN, until his retirement. He proudly served in the U.S. Army.

Richard was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia; his parents, Matt and Ava Theis;...

Apr 2, 2023

Mary Jane (Stehr) Peterson, age 80, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2023. She was born October 4, 1942, to Norbert and Beth (Smith) Stehr in Brainerd. Mary Jane’s childhood was spent on the family farm in Backus with her parents and brother, Donald. After graduation she attended Beauty School in the cities which led her to open “Mary...

Apr 1, 2023

Lawrence “Larry” Dean Olson, 75, peacefully entered the presence of his Savior on April 1, 2023 surrounded by family at his home in Nisswa. He was born August 10, 1947 at St. Joseph Medical Center, Brainerd, to Randy and Verna Olson, and grew up in Lake Hubert. He was a faithful follower of Jesus, dearly loved husband, devoted father and...

Apr 1, 2023

William “Bill” Fortune III, age 80, of Brainerd, passed from this world and entered his heavenly home on Saturday, April 1, 2023. He was born to Elizabeth “Betty” and William Fortune, Jr. on November 30, 1942, in Fargo, ND. Bill married Marlowe Jensen on June 19, 1964.

Bill was a very active soldier in the Salvation Army...

Mar 30, 2023

William “Bill” David Bartos, age 81, of Pequot Lakes, MN, passed away at home March 30, 2023. He was born to Frank L. and Winifred Violet Bartos (Prendergast) on February 14, 1942, in Crosby, MN.

William is survived by his wife, Eva (Taylor); children, Julie (Allen) Witt, Scott, Tiffany (Paul) Kremer; granddaughter, Olivia Witt; brother, Robert “Bob”...