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Kelly Klinker - February 20, 1961 - January 01, 2021

Departed: 01/01/2021 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Kelly Don Klinker, age 59 of Burnsville, MN passed away January 1, 2021 at his home during morning-coffee-time with Julie. He arrived at home Thursday afternoon to savor his final day surrounded by family and friends. We celebrated New Year’s Eve with Aly reading BC comics and New Year’s Day morning coffee with Cam swabbing coffee from the Yeti cup to her Dad and playing clarinet for him. Originally from Little Falls, MN, formerly of Warroad, MN. Forever loved by his wife and fishing partner of 34 years, Julie (Maslowski) Klinker, daughters, Aly (Dan) Hufnagle and Camryn Klinker. Parents Don and Jan Klinker of Little Falls. Brothers, Ron (Mary) Klinker of Little Falls, Barclay (Robyn) Klinker of Hutchinson. Number one grandson, Hudson Hufnagle and Puck his trusty black Lab. 16 nieces and nephews. And many, many fishing buddies. Kelly enjoyed summers at “the boat” at Uncle Kelly’s Fish Camp in Two Rivers, WI on Lake Michigan sharing his love of salmon fishing with friends and family and enjoying the camaraderie of the Seagull Marina residents. He graduated in 1979 from Little Falls Community High School where he played basketball, football and track. He then completed a 2-year small gas engine mechanic program at Brainerd Vo-tech and worked as a mechanic for a few years at LF Lawn and Sports. After a winters of little snow and a dip in snowmobiles to set up or repair. On the good guidance of Uncle Ken, he became an orderly. He then commuted/carpool with 5 other ladies from Little Falls to the LPN program in Brainerd for one-year to earn his LPN nursing license. Fittingly, he was hired by families to provide live-in-24-hour-in-home-end-of-life care where he provided health care and solid, steady assurance for patients and their families. He was hired by multiple families for his services. He was a nurse at St. Gabriel’s Hospital ER and med-surg, St. Otto’s Care Center and enjoyed playing pool with the residents after hours, absorbing their wisdom and sharing stories. Kelly and his new bride, Julie moved to Warroad in 1986 to Lake of the Woods and Marvin Windows. They lived in an A-frame cottage and loved hosting family and friends for fishing, blueberry picking, parades and enjoying Warroad-life. Kelly worked at Marvin in manufacturing, customer service, sales and the loading dock for 10 years. He was a member of the volunteer firefighter & rescue in Warroad, Member and President of the Warroad Lions, and member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Fittingly Kelly donated his corneas to Lions Gift of Sight which will be used to restore sight for one to two people (check that donor box at license renewal time if you wish) or used for research or medical procedures. Kelly, Julie and Alyson moved to Burnsville in 1996. He worked in the sporting goods department at Fleet Farm in Lakeville where he was a natural with his wealth of hunting and fishing experience. He worked at Inthermo in Lakeville for many years as the shop manager. Semi-retiring in 2004, to be a stay-at-home/boat with Camryn. He spent early, dew-fill summer mornings mowing with the golf course grounds crew at Brackett’s Crossing in Lakeville and winter as a Zamboni driver at Ames and Hasse Arenas in Lakeville for 14 year. His most important role and a role that he aced is being a Dad to Alyson and Camryn and Pops to Hudson. During his 3-day hospital stay this past week, a newly-engaged nurse asked him for marriage advice. He replied, “Have a good time.” Julie, Aly and Camryn ask that you hold your loved ones close and take the fishing trip. Share your favorite “Kelly story” with his family ( realistic embellishments only please! ) to a remembrance gathering at Emblom-Brenny Funeral Home in Little Falls on Sunday, January 3, 2021 from 2:30-4:30 pm.

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Roger Thomas Thommes - October 27, 1941 - December 27, 2020

Departed: 12/27/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Roger Thommes, of Buckman Township, passed away unexpectedly at the St.Cloud Hospital on Sunday, December 27, 2020. Roger was 79 years old.

A private family service and committal will take place at a later date.

Roger Thomas Thommes was born in rural Buckman, Minnesota to John and Delores (Hesch) Thommes on October 27, 1941. After graduating from High School, Roger enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country proudly for 3 years. After his contract with the Army ended, he met Miss Diane Gall; the two were united in marriage on July 24, 1965 at St. Michaels Catholic Church in Buckman. Their union was blessed with two sons, Kevin and Douglas.

Roger and Diane raised their children in Minnesota before moving to Alaska, where they stayed for 25 years before moving back. Roger worked at Sears in the electronic service department in Alaska before his retirement. He had a passion for fixing things. He could repair anything, if it seemed impossible, he would work with it until he found a way. No matter what was going on around him, he was always willing to drop anything to assist anyone who needed his expert advice and help.

He was the kind of man who always put his family first, with his kind words and gentle nature, he was a role model to his family, teaching things like fishing, hunting, and unconditional love. He was an avid fisherman, enjoying many hours waiting for that next bite. His greatest catch was Diane and the life they created together.

On Sunday, December 27, 2020 Roger passed away at the St. Cloud Hospital after a brief illness. He was 79 years old. He is survived by his wife of fifty-five years, Diane; sons, Kevin and Douglas (Eve); grandchildren, Samantha, Justin, Rachel (Mike), Bradley (Sarah) and Darcie; great-grandchildren, Nevaeh and Kendra. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, David, Delroy, and Ronald (Jeannie)

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Stanley Eugene Torkkola - March 03, 1938 - December 26, 2020

Departed: 12/26/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Stanley Torkkola age 82 of Little Falls, passed away peacefully at the Golden Horizons Assisted Living in Aitkin, MN, on Saturday, December 26, 2020.

A private family service will be help at the Emblom Brenny Funeral Chapel in Little Falls.

A Celebration of Stanley's life service will take place in the late spring of 2021, with burial to follow.

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Dan Dearborn - June 02, 1930 - December 24, 2020

Departed: 12/24/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Dan Dearborn, 90-year-old resident of Little Falls died on December 24, 2020 at St. Otto’s Care Center. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery at 10:00 A.M.

Dan was born on June 2, 1930 in Arago, MN to the late Truman and Helen (Hinton) Dearborn. He attended high school in Park Rapids. He worked in Washington, Park Rapids and in Anchorage for a short time doing construction. He loved to hunt, fish and go camping. Dan enlisted into the US Army National Guard in January of 1951. He served until November of 1952.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, George, Jim; sister, Jewel and an infant sister, Dottie.

Dan is survived by many nieces and nephews.

The arrangements for Dan are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls, MN.

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Irene Margaret Stern - August 06, 1930 - December 20, 2020

Departed: 12/20/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Irene Stern, 90-year-old resident of Willmar, formerly of Upsala passed away Sunday, December 20 at the Copperleaf Senior Living in Wilmar. A complete and full obituary to follow.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, December 28, 2020 at 1:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Upsala, Minnesota. Visitation will take place one hour prior to mass at the church. The Rosary will be at 1:00PM with Mass to follow. Burial will immediately follow at the church cemetery.

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Jean Kissinger-Jaunich - December 29, 1941 - December 19, 2020

Departed: 12/19/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Obituary Notice

Jean Kissinger-Jaunich, 78, of Little Falls, died Saturday, December 19, 2020 at her home in Little Falls, MN. A private family service will be held later.

Jean Mary Phillipp was born December 29, 1941 in Wausau, WI to the late Michael and Anna (Lewandwoski) Phillipp.  She grew up in the Wisconsin area graduating from high school with the class of 1959.  After high school she attended beauty school and lived in Ely, MN.  Jean would travel around the mid-west with Viviane Woodard wigs, cosmetics and beauty products giving and teaching the art of the “make-over”. Jean owned "Sleepy Hollow" in St. Stephen, MN a riding stable offering horse riding lessons and summer camps for children and adults.  Jean moved on to own and operate Osfalg, SLS, giving adult foster care for over twenty years. Jean was very knowledgeable and was a jack of all trades. Every home that Jean would move in to, she would remodel herself, get it just right and then find her next home project. She remodeled one home so nicely, the family wanted the house back to live in as their own! She enjoyed just driving around with friends to look at houses for sale! Her time spent with her family and friends is what she treasured the most. Jean wrote poetry and won several awards for her works. She also loved to shop, go to garage sales, listen to music, decorate her homes and do jigsaw puzzles.

Jean met the love of her life Raphael (Ray) Jaunich through the ancient art of letter writing and the couple were united in marriage later in life. They enjoyed their years together. Ray died on June 14, 2020. They were both survived by their faithful companion; Tazwell Jaunich.

Jean is survived by her children, Phillip (Jackie) Kordich of Norfolk, VA, Daniel (Brenda) Kordich of Panama City, FL, Barbara (Dave) Freeman of Hawaii; Anna (Jim) Scepurek of Randall, MN; step-children, Donnie (Brenda) Kissinger of Sauk Rapids, ; siblings Barbara (Ray) Pozorski, Rosemary (Allen) Fierek, Annie (Gus) Weller, Lucille (John) Hinkfuss, Jannis (Milton) Marquardt, Joanne (Albert) Winkler, Michael (Joyce) Phillipp; grandchildren, Alesha, Camren, Kristi, Kayla, Kathy, Jeff, Ben, Phillip, Jr., Jonathon, Jackie; great-grandchildren, Anjella, Jayden, Jordan, Rosie, Olivia, Arianna, Owen, Declan, Megan, Kaitlin, Amelia, Emma and Stephen, Jr. and many friends and extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raphael Jaunich; parents, Michael and Anne Phillipp; sons, infant John, Jonathan and siblings, MaryJane (Ralph) Staszak, Alice (Chuck) Herrmann, Jon (Sharon) Phillipp, CarolJean Gee and Michelle (Bruce) Ebel.

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Catherine "Katie" (Carlson) Golden - November 13, 1932 - December 12, 2020

Departed: 12/12/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Catherine “Katie” Allene (Carlson) Golden of Little Falls, formerly of Royalton, passed away peacefully at the Talamore Assisted Living in St. Cloud Minnesota on Saturday, December 12, 2020. Katie was 88 years old.

Catherine “Katie” Allene Carlson Golden was born on November 13, 1932 in St. Paul, Minnesota the daughter of Walter and Ester (Wilcox) Norton. Katie graduated from Little Falls High School. She later married Harold Carlson, their union was blessed with three children. Harold passed away in 1999. Katie later married Gerald Golden in 2002, this union added to Katie’s family with four step-children.

When not busy tending to her family, Katie enjoyed sewing. She had a vast collection of thimbles, but the thing she collected the most was memories and hugs with her grandkids. Grandma Katie loved every minute with her littles, she was a caring and giving person. She often joined other women from the church for various groups. She was active at Grace Baptist Church in Sartell, and also the First Baptist Church in Little Falls when she lived in Royalton. Katie managed the trailer park in Little Falls and Royalton, she also spent time as a kindergarten teacher at the Northstar Christian School and the Lindberg School as a cook.

When Gerald and Katie were married, Katie loved to spend time at the Golden Tree Farm taking in the sunshine and fresh country air. Katie lived the life of a person whom enjoyed life and Loved serving her Lord and Saviour.

On Saturday, December 12, 2020, Katie passed away at the Talamore Assisted Living in St. Cloud, MN. She leaves behind her children, David (Vinnie) Carlson of Colorado Springs, CO, Diana (George) Hammerbeck of Little Falls, Debbie (Wayne) Burgraff of Lebanon, Pennsylvania; Seven grandchildren; seven stepgranchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Dich Norton of For Lauderdale, FL, sister-in-law, Alice Norton, WI; stepchildren, Jill (Doug) Kleeberger of Westbrook, Joy (Mark) Nemeth of Rice, Jay (Kayla) Golden of Rice, Joel Golden of Rice; many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, Harold Carlson and Gerald Golden; 13 siblings, grandchild, Amy Carlson.

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Christopher Hamlin - February 17, 1977 - December 02, 2020

Departed: 12/02/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Christopher Hamlin, 43, of Little Falls, died Wednesday, December 2 as the result of an automobile accident.  A visitation will be at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service on Thursday, December 10 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a prayer service at 6:30 PM with Chaplain Gregg Valentine officiating. Please respect social distancing and wear a mask if you plan on attending the service or visitation.

Christopher Hart Hamlin was born on February 17, 1977 in Sioux City Iowa to Brad and Cathy (Brown) Hamlin.  The family moved to Little Falls, when Chris was 4 years old.  He attended school in Little Falls and graduated from Little Falls Community High School with the class of 1995. He enjoyed participating in sports during his school years with a particular love of hockey. Chris worked at Herzog Roofing in Little Falls and also the Little Falls Exchange Arena during the winter months. He valued his work and the time spent at Herzog and the people he worked with was a pivotal point in Chris’ life, it meant the world to him.  Chris enjoyed trips to the Boundary Waters with family and friends, fishing and even attended a fishing camp as a young boy.  He liked spending his free time collecting agates, fishing during any season, camping and hanging out with friends. He will be missed.

He is survived by his parents, Brad and Cathy (Brown) Hamlin of  Torrington, WY; sister, Beth Hamlin of Little Falls; grandfather, DeWayne Hamlin of Mission, Texas; uncle and aunts, Bill Hamlin of Texas, Denise (Ali) Ghomshei of Arizona, Julie (DeLayne) Nelson of Mankato, Andrea (John) O’Neill of Rosemount, Fay Miller of Iowa, Joyce (Keith) Sevening of Iowa, Sharon Brown of South Dakota and many cousins and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ginny Hamlin, Merwin Brown, Eva Myers and uncle, Alan Brown.

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William "Bill" L Buermann, Sr. - May 06, 1961 - December 01, 2020

Departed: 12/01/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Obituary Notice William “Bill” Buermann

William “Bill” Buermann, 59 of Little Falls, died Tuesday, December 1, 2020 at St. Cloud Hospital due to Covid-19 with his family by his side.  A visitation will be at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service on Friday, December 4 from 4:00 - 7:00 P.M. and at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Sobieski on Saturday from 10:30 - 11:30 A.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held December 5, 2020 at 11:30 A.M. at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Sobieski with Father Jimmy Joseph officiating.  Interment will be in the St. Stanislaus Catholic Cemetery in Sobieski. A Knights of Columbus Office of Dead will be said at 6:00 P.M. on Friday evening at the funeral home. The Mass will be lived streamed on the Tri-Parish Catholic Community of  Sobieski,Flensburg and Randall Facebook Page at 11:30 AM on Saturday, December 5.

William Buermann was born on May 6, 1961 in Paynesville to the late John and Lorraine (Hageman) Buermann.  He grew up in the Paynesville area and graduated from Paynesville High School with the class of 1979. As a young boy he attended St. Agnes Catholic Church in Roscoe where he was Baptized.  Bill was united in marriage to Dorine Wegner on November 21, 1986 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Roscoe.   The couple made their home in Roscoe for a short time. The family moved to Little Falls during the 1991 Halloween Blizzard, that was just one of the many family adventures they would enjoy during Bill’s life.  He was a successful and hardworking man. He owned and operated the following businesses: HEATMOR of Little Falls and Bills welding for several years. Bill was an inventor and was always thinking of how to make a project better especially with his aluminum welding. His favorite line was “Work Smarter Not Harder”. He treasured his time spent with his wife, children and grandchildren. He enjoyed going to his secret spot hunting, fishing and ice fishing. Bill will be remembered for his kind heart and quick wittedness.  He was a member St. Stanislaus Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus.

He is survived by his spouse Dorine Buermann of Little Falls; children, Ashley (Abraham) Shaffer of Burnsville, William “Billy” Buermann, Jr, of Swanville, Amber (Josh) Peterson of Flensburg; grandchildren, Bailey Peterson, Blaire Peterson and AJ Shaffer; siblings, Leanne (Brad) Beck of Dillsburg, PA, Janelle (Landi) Bregu of Batesville, GA, John Jr. (Edith) Buermann of Paynesville, MN, Alan (Lynn) Buermann of Paynesville, MN, Charlene (Jim) Provost of Andover, MN and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Lorraine and an infant sister, Mary Buermann. Emblom Brenny 900 1st St SE, Little Falls, MN  56345 (320) 632-4393

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Irene Eleanor Newman - December 04, 1934 - November 28, 2020

Departed: 11/28/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Irene Eleanor Newman, age 85, lifelong resident of the Little Falls area, passed away on November 28th at St. Otto’s in Little Falls after a brief illness.

Irene was born December 4th, 1934 to Clarence and Clara Wilczek. She was a proud West Side Kid who liked to tell stories of growing up with her parents and five siblings above the Wilczek Meat Market in Little Falls.  Irene was a graduate of Little Falls High School. She married Myron ‘Mick’ Newman in Little Falls on November 6th, 1954 and together they raised 3 children. Mick and Irene purchased their farm in Belle Prairie, MN in 1961. Irene loved the farm life and was so proud that what she and Mick started is now a 3rd generation family farm. Irene will always be remembered for being an amazing cook and for her storytelling (she loved to BS!).

Irene is survived by her son Michael “Mike” Newman of Little Falls and daughter Kim Muehlbauer (Russell) of Mankato; siblings, Terry Wilczek of CO and Jane Nordlund of MN; grandchildren, Chad Newman (Amber) of Little Falls, Jayd Newman (Julie) of Little Falls, Jeni Meixner (Tony) of Mankato and Joe Muehlbauer (Grace) of Lake Crystal; great-grandchildren, Ryan, Emily, Nora, Stella, Bodhi and Isla.

Irene is preceded in death by her husband Mick; son, Mark and siblings, Marilyn, Audrene “Ozzie” and Gerald “Jerry”. A celebration of Irene’s life will be held at a later date

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John Wachlarowicz - July 11, 1929 - November 22, 2020

Departed: 11/22/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: John Donald Wachlarowicz, 91-year- old, lifelong resident of Little Falls, passed away on November 22, at St. Otto’s Care Center. A private family burial, with Military Honors will be held to honor his life.

John was born July 11, 1929 in Little Falls, MN to the late Frank and Rose (Domish) Wachlarowicz. He graduated from Little Falls High School with the class of 1947. John married the love of his life, Rose Marie Rohlik, on January 4, 1951 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Seaforth, MN. John served his country in the US Army as a Sergeant of the 747 Ordinance in Fort Rucker, AL. After his discharge from the Army, he held a lifelong position with the Northern Pacific Railroad in Little Falls, then St. Cloud, until his retirement in 1991. He also worked as a bartender at the Pine Edge Inn and was a First Aid Instructor.

John was a lifelong parishioner and dedicated servant of Our Lady of Lourdes Church, serving on multiple committees over the years. His last involvement was assisting in the History of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish book. He was instrumental in fundraising for the addition of the gymnasium at Our Lady of Lourdes School. He was most proud of serving as a Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree and was inducted into the Knights of Columbus Hall of Fame in 1999. John served on the School Board for District #482 for 18 years and received the MN State Board of Education Honor. John was also a 50-year member of the Little Falls American Legion Post #46. John also dedicated much time to the development and construction of the Minnesota State Veteran’s Cemetery which opened in 1994.

John developed a love of running later in life and competed in many 5K and 10K races. He was often seen jogging the streets of Little Falls. His ultimate accomplishment was running in Grandma’s Marathon in Duluth, MN, a total of 4 times, improving his time with each race. He enjoyed traveling and gardening with Rose after retirement. His large gardens produced many vegetables, which they canned or donated. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting and greatly enjoyed the goose hunting trips to Canada with his sons. John was a member of the Pinnacle Hunting Club for 60 years. He loved attending football and basketball games at LFCHS and at St. John’s University. He was very dedicated to taking care of his special needs daughter Ann. On nice days he loved sitting on the front porch with Rose and watching the MN Twins on TV.

Left to remember are his family, Jeff and Roxanne Wachlarowicz, Jim and Lynn Wachlarowicz, Tom and Penny Wachlarowicz, Frank Wachlarowicz, Jack and Grace Wachlarowicz, Mary and Steve Dewald and Ann Wachlarowicz; 18 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Bonitz; brother-in-law, Steve and Morene Rohlik; sister-in-law, Illa Mae Rohlik and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Rose; grandson, Tony Wachlarowicz; parents; brother, Francis and sister, Isabelle.

Memorials can be made to St. Croix Hospice. Cards can be sent to: Emblom Brenny Funeral Service 900 1st Street SE – Little Falls, MN 56345

The family would like to express a heartfelt Thank You to the nurses and staff at St. Otto’s Care Center, who provided him with exceptional care. They are also so grateful for the compassionate care he received from St. Croix Hospice. spoczywaj w pokoju Dad

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Dolores Ann Popp - July 02, 1935 - November 22, 2020

Departed: 11/22/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Dolores Ann (Kalis) Popp, wife of Loren J. Popp, passed away peacefully at Cherrywood Advanced Living in St. Cloud, Minnesota on Sunday, November 22, 2020. Dolores was 85 years old.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, November 27, 2020 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Rice, Minnesota, at 11:00 AM.  Visitation will take place at the church prior to Mass from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM.  Burial will immediately follow Mass at the parish cemetery.

Dolores was born on July 2, 1935 in Bellevue Township in Morrison County, Minnesota, to Isadore and Emily (Jarosh) Kalis. She grew up on the family farm in Royalton and graduated from Royalton High School in 1953. She was united in marriage to Loren J. Popp at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Royalton on October 26, 1953. Together they raised their six children on the family farm near Rice. She loved farm life and helping with the day to day operations.  She enjoyed spending time in her flower and vegetable gardens. In addition to her gardening, Dolores was known for her delicious home baked bread and canned produce. In her free time, she could be caught dancing to a waltz or a polka in the arms of her husband. Her joyful personality radiated through her contagious smile. Dolores was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, Christian Mothers Group, Langola Birthday Club, and the church mission group. Dolores is remembered for her unwavering faith and love for her family.

She is survived by her husband, Loren; children, Deb (Mark) Fluharty of Big Lake, Lee (Jan) Popp of Rice, Marilyn (Dan) Popp of Becker, Kevin Popp of Rice, Sue (Ted) Guck of Woodbury, Jake Popp of Rice; grandchildren, Wayne (Nicole) Fluharty, Michelle (Skip) Rosnow, Rachael Widman, Krista (Milton) Ventura, Nathan (Erica) Popp, Sr. M. Gianna Agnes M.C., Isaac Popp, Jacob Popp, Kendra (Jimmy) Koerner, Tyler Guck; 13 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Ann Cegla of Moorhead and many nieces and nephews.

Dolores was preceded in death by her parents, Isadore and Emily Kalis; sisters, Josephine Larson and Bernadine Burggraff; brothers, Alois Kalis and James Kalis.

The family would like to extend their gratitude to Kim and Pam and all the wonderful staff at Cherrywood Advanced Living West in St. Cloud for their exceptional care.

* Per the state mandate - if you are attending services please wear a mask and practice social distancing.

** If you are unable to attend the family will be recording the service and you can watch the service by going onto facebook and searching for the below link/name. facebook.com/LorenPoppFamily

OR you can hit the link below that states to watch the Video Tribute, and it will take you to Dolores Facebook page.

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Adrian Stanley Schneider - March 03, 1935 - November 21, 2020

Departed: 11/21/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Adrian Schneider, 85 year old resident of Little Falls died Saturday, November 21 at  Regions Hospital in St. Paul.

Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, November 27, 2020 at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Little Falls, Minnesota, at 11:00 AM, with Father Mark Botzet presiding. Visitation will take place one hour prior to mass at the church. Burial will take place at a later date at the Minnesota State Veteran's Cemetery in Little Falls, MN.

Adrian Stanley was born on March 3, 1935 the son of Stanley and Violet (Maness) Schneider of Flensburg, Minnesota. Adrian was the big brother to ten siblings that would enter the world after him. He completed his schooling at Swanville High School and then worked for a short time period, prior to making the life changing decision to join the United States Navy.  Adrian would spend the next four years in the Navy and then enlist in the Air Force where he would spend the next 22 years serving his country all around the world.  While in the Navy, Adrian was home on leave and met Mary Moeglein at the Falls Ballroom. The two would court and write letters back and forth for the next few months and were united in marriage on May 20, 1961 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Little Falls, MN. The union was blessed with four children, Anthony, Janice, Ann Marie and Christine. The family would move wherever Adrian was stationed in the military. They spent most years in the Midwest, but one tour required them to move to Japan for 18 months. After finishing his career in the Air Force, Adrian was hired by a medical device company called Physio Control in Schaumburg, Illinois and then transferred to the Redmond, Washington location until his retirement at age 60. When Adrian retired, he and Mary moved back home to Little Falls. Adrian was so excited to be back in the area where he grew up and settle into retirement.

Adrian always was the man who could build or fix anything, and even after retirement he continued to tinker. He and Mary enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Adrian was always the jokester! Pranking and teasing was his love language. He was a very creative person sharing this with his family through his landscape paintings and his Bell and Howell Heath kits. He could be found daily at 10 AM in the living room watching his daily dose of the Price is Right and enjoying social time at the Westside Bar or VFW with friends and family.

Adrian used his strong relationship with God and his faith, to fight and Beat Cancer!! This strong faith made it so Adrian could enjoy over 59 years of marriage with Mary, and watch his children and grandchildren become his greatest blessings.

At the age of 85, Adrian was welcomed into God's arms on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at the Region’s hospital in St. Paul after a battle with a recent illness.

Adrian is survived by his loving wife Mary; children, Anthony (Gillian) Schneider, Janice (John) Hammer, Ann Marie (Thomas) Gach, and Christine (Corey) Oordt; eight grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren; siblings, Jerome (Janet) Schneider, Joyce Karnowski, Judy (Arnie) Rudenick, Dianne Broughton, Karen (David) Van Heel, Stanley Schneider Jr., Doreen (Greg) Mackedanz. Adrian was greeted in heaven by his parents, Stanley and Violet Schneider; siblings, Mary Haselkamp, Charles “Chuckie” Schneider and Dennis Schneider.

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Sr. Maureen Kelly - April 03, 1930 - November 20, 2020

Departed: 11/20/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Little Falls, Minnesota............Sister Maureen Kelly, (90), died on November 20, 2020, at St. Francis Convent, Little Falls, Minn.

Maureen was born on April 3, 1930, in Minneapolis, Minn. She was the first of two girls born to the late Thomas and Hanna (Holst) Kelly. She was accepted as a Franciscan Sister of Little Falls, Minnesota, on August 12, 1948 and given the name Sister M. Michaelyn. She was a Franciscan Sisters for 72 years.

Sister Maureen earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the College of St. Catherine, St. Paul, Minn.; a master’s certificate in religious education from Corpus Christi College, London, England; and a master of arts degree in religious studies/spirituality, Gonzaga University, Spokane, Wash.

She ministered as an elementary teacher and principal, and pastoral and spirituality/retreat minister. She was also a core member of the original Franciscan House of Prayer, a regional director and assistant minister in her Franciscan Community.

Sister Maureen served in Diocese of St. Cloud and Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis; Selmer, Tenn.; and at Berakah House of Prayer in Pittsfield, N.H. She also did ecumenical ministry at St. John’s University in Collegeville where she ministered with and became a close friend of the renowned priest and professor Henri Nouwen.

Maureen had one sister, Barbara Walther. The girls were close. They attended Our Lady of the Angels Academy in Bell Prairie and from there St. Francis High School. Sister Maureen was a quiet, reflective and gentle person with a profound love for God and for God’s people to whom she ministered. Celebrating her golden jubilee, she said, “As I enter into the future unfolding one day at a time, I hear Francis continue to say: ‘I have done what was mine to do; may Christ teach you what you are to do.’”

Sister Maureen was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Barbara Walther. She is survived by her nieces Ann Doyle and Nancy Walther, nephew Allen Walther, close friend Joanne Wessman and her Franciscan Community.

A private burial service was held on November 21, 2020. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at a later date with family and friends.     The arrangements are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls.

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Gerald Larson - August 08, 1939 - November 18, 2020

Departed: 11/18/2020 (Little Falls)

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Josephine "Josie" Walsh - March 12, 1941 - November 17, 2020

Departed: 11/17/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Josephine "Josie" Walsh, 79 year old resident of Little Falls died Tuesday, November 17 at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, November 23 at 11:00 A.M. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Belle Prairie. A visitation will be held from 1:00-3:00 P.M. on Sunday and from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Monday. All visitation times will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church.

Josephine Sophie Zasmeta was born on March 12, 1941 in Little Falls to the late James J. and Abby (Bryer) Zasmeta.  She attended school in Little Falls and graduated from St. Francis High School in Little Falls. Josie was united in marriage to William Walsh on June 9, 1960 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Little Falls. The couple made their home in rural Platte Township, Morrison County, Minnesota.  Josephine was a stay at home mom raising the couples seven children, John, Linda, Jane, Robert, Patty, Kathleen and Michael.  When the children started attending school Josie worked for Horizon Health and the Harding Place as a Home Health Aide. She enjoyed baking, flowers, gardening, canning and farming with her husband, Bill. Josie’s greatest joy was being Grandma’s Day Care for all of her grandchildren.  She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Belle Prairie and St. Anne’s Society.

Left to cherish her memory are her husband, William of 60 years; children, John (Shirley) Walsh, of Pierz, Linda (Ken) LeBlanc of Pierz, Jane (Al) Schneider of Fort Ripley, Robert Walsh of Pierz, Patty (Gary) Wolthuizen of Pierz, Kathleen (Rick) Hebler of Pierz and Michael Walsh of Pierz; grandchildren, Nikki, Matthew, Amanda, Clint, Jason, Jennifer, Sara, Bradley, Joshua, Cassie, Jesse, Brittany, Katarina, Logan, Tyler, Madison, Dainara, Spencer; 19 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Abby Zasmeta; brothers, Thomas Zasmeta, James P. Zasmeta; sisters, Clara Zilka, Marie Zasmeta, Anna Zasmeta, nieces, Mary LaPort, Donna Slettom; great-niece, Ashley; great-nephews, Steven and William.

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Loretta "Lori" Gustafson - September 03, 1933 - November 15, 2020

Departed: 11/15/2020 (Little Falls)

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With profound sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of our loving mother Loretta “Lori” Gustafson, age 87, on November 15, 2020 at Country Manor in Sartell, MN, having previously resided at Highland Senior Living in Little Falls, MN. Loretta was born in Lastrup, MN, to the late Alex and Loretta (Nagel) Gross. Lori was nicknamed “Sis” by her siblings and relatives.

As a teenager, Lori worked at The Black & White in Little Falls, MN. In the 1950’s it was just a small hamburger joint. She also enjoyed babysitting and helping her Aunt Helen (Nagel-LeBlanc) Hamrick on the farm. Lori was recruited from high school by the FBI and worked in Washington, DC, where she met her future sister-in-law, Dorothy, and shared an apartment. The highlight of her career was meeting J. Edgar Hoover at his private elevator that she accidently tried to use after only a few days on the job. Lori married her Little Falls High School sweetheart, Robert “Bob” Gustafson, who she affectionately called “Boop”. Bob preceded her in death in 1994. She was also preceded in death by her brother Arthur Gross, sister Ardeth (Gross) Allmon and husband Joe, sister-in-law Mary (Gustafson) Boisjolie and husband Jack, and father-in-law and mother-in-law Evear and Hedwig “Hattie” (Sobiech) Gustafson.

Lori lived in Little Falls, MN, until 1962 when she and Bob relocated to Palmyra, NJ, with their 4 children. Lori lived a full life as a wonderful mother and homemaker. She kept an immaculate house, loved to bake and was highly skilled in sewing. Lori was a very proud band parent of her 4-G’s trumpeters volunteering to work the concession stands at the football games and enthusiastically attending all the parades the PHS Band marched in from the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, Miss America Beauty Pageant in Atlantic City to the Cherry Blossom Parade in Washington, DC. As her children grew older, Lori returned to the workforce. In NJ she worked at Sears Service Center in Pennsauken, at the Cinnaminson Senior Home, and with the Palmyra Public Schools assisting teachers. She volunteered at Sacred Heart Church in Riverton and Our Lady Star of the Sea in Cape May where she also served as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion. After the passing of her beloved husband, Lori moved to Des Moines, IA, close to her brother Alex and sister-in-law Connie, where she worked at a Day Care For Exceptional Children. Lori was very caring and compassionate and very much loved by the children as well as the staff. Next, Lori moved to Cape May, NJ, where she and her husband used to love to go fishing and walking on the beach. She made many friends there and everywhere she went. From Cape May Lori moved back to Little Falls, MN, where her life began. Lori had a vivacious personality and always made people around her laugh with her quick wit.

Lori is survived by her sister Cleo Sprandel (Charley), sister Bernice Chezick (Lloyd), brother Alex Gross (Connie); sister-in-law Gretchen Rey (Alfredo); sister-in-law Trudi Weiss (Marvin); sister-in-law, Dorothy Gross; her three sons, Greg, Garth and Gayle and her daughter Gwen Goodson and husband Michael; grandchildren: Brian, Lizzie, Garrett, Glen, Tanner, Stuart, Sandy, Andy, Karla and Kevin; plus 7 great grandchildren; remembered by her Aunt Helen, and many nieces and nephews. All of whom she loved and touched deeply. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. A celebration of life will be held at a later date at the convenience of family.

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Michael Layne Spaulding - August 17, 1977 - November 13, 2020

Departed: 11/13/2020 (Little Falls)

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Michael Dominguez - August 12, 1955 - November 12, 2020

Departed: 11/12/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Michael Dominguez 65 year old resident of St. Cloud, MN died Thursday, November 12 at the St. Cloud Hospital. A private family service will be held later.

Michael James Dominguez was born on August 12, 1955 in Santa Barbara, California to Raymond and Harriete (Kerr) Villa.  He lived in the following states through out his life, California, Minnesota and Missouri for over thirty years.  Michael was united in marriage to Terry Cummings. Terry died in 1988.   He worked various odd jobs. Michael enjoyed bowling, working on cars and ocean fishing.

He is survived by his children, Robert (Mercedes Gale) Villa of Grand Rapids, MN, Ronnie Villa of Pequot Lakes, MN and Garland Villa of St. Cloud, MN. Siblings, Sue (Henry) Block of Onamia, Mary Cain of Estes Park, CO and Robert Villa of Santa Marie, CA; grandchildren, Robert Villa Jr., Dewayy Evans and one on the way.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Harriete; wife, Terry Cummings and a brother, Richard Anderson.

The arrangements for Michael are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls, MN.

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Sister Mary Fabian Schneider - July 10, 1915 - November 11, 2020

Departed: 11/11/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Little Falls, Minnesota............Sister Mary Fabian (Pelagia) Schneider, 105, died on November 11, 2020, at St. Francis Convent, Little Falls, Minn.

Pelagia was born on July 10, 1915, near Swanville, Minn. She was soon known as “Polly” by her siblings. She was the fifth of 12 children born to the late John and Helen (Kuklock) Schneider. Polly, following her older sibling Sister Mary Eugenia, was accepted as a Franciscan Sister on August 10, 1934 and received the name, Sister Mary Fabian. She was a Franciscan Sister for 86 years.

Sister Fabian was a gentle, hospitable and gracious woman and sister, and she exhibited these gifts throughout her many years of ministry. She had a very deep prayer life and was always mindful of God’s love for her. When she celebrated her 75th Jubilee she summed up her life by saying: “God who is mighty has done great things for me.” Some of Sister Fabian’s favorite pastimes included listening to classical music, embroidery and baking for the sisters with whom she lived. In her younger years she enjoyed chauffeuring sisters.

Sister Fabian’s ministries were carried out by caring for the elderly at St. Otto’s Home. A big surprise came to her when she was asked to go on night duty at the St. Cloud Orphanage! At the same time the “Foley Catechetical Plan” was being introduced into the diocese. Sister Fabian wholeheartedly put herself into this new endeavor as she ministered in nine different parishes in the diocese. Along with her friend, Sister Jeremia Trutwin, she was asked to serve as a cook and housekeeper for Bishop Bartholome. This was an awesome and intrepid task and it included preparing meals for visiting bishops and clergy. Both Sisters Fabian and Jeremiah served in this capacity for 16 years, giving their best out of love and service.

Beginning in 1982, Sister Fabian ministered as a receptionist at St. Francis Convent. She did this for 32 years. At this time she lived at Flensburg helping as a religion teacher, choir member enjoying the singing of Polish hymns, a visitor to shut-ins and assisted her sisters with the household tasks. Because of ill health, Sister Fabian retired to St. Francis Convent in January of 2014.

Sister Fabian was preceded in death by siblings Angeline Boros, Stanley, Florence Schlumpberger, Sister Mary Eugenia, OSF, Bernard, Aloise, Alphonse, Gerard, Peter, Edward and Arlyce. Survivors include nieces, nephews and her Franciscan Community.

A private burial service was held on November 13, 2020. A memorial mass will be held at a later date with family and friends. Donations to Franciscan Sisters ministries preferred.

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Thomas "Tom" Kucera - April 09, 1935 - November 11, 2020

Departed: 11/11/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Thomas “Tom” Kucera, 85-year-old resident of Baxter, formerly of Minnetonka, died on November 11, 2020 at his home in Baxter. A Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date. Please check the funeral home web site for updated service information. Thomas “Tom” Kucera was born on April 9, 1935, in Richfield, MN to the late George and Edna (Olson) Kucera. He grew up in the Minneapolis area and graduated from Washburn High School.  He attended the University of Minnesota Twin Cities Campus and received his bachelor’s degree in business. Tom managed several manufacturing businesses throughout the Twin Cities during his working career.  He enjoyed his first job at Medtronic and would talk about it frequently. After retiring, the couple moved to the Brainerd Lakes area.  Tom could often be found sleeping in his recliner with the remote in one hand and his cell phone in the other. Tom was known to take the family car for a car wash and come home with a new car! He enjoyed golfing, cabin life in Wisconsin, his annual fishing trips with the boys to Bowstring and a cold beer. Tom treasured his time spent with family.  He loved many and was loved by many!

Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Carolyn Kucera of Baxter; daughters, Lynne (Mike) Blanch of East Gull Lake, Jean Kucera of Maple Grove and Jodi (Jim) Gerlich of Lake Shore; grandchildren, Justin Blanch, Kristin Blanch, Matthew Blanch, Ryan Gerlich, Nora Gerlich and Daniel Gerlich and his brothers, Dan Kucera and Jim (Becky) Kucera.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Edna Kucera. The arrangements for Tom are pending are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls. www.emblombrennyfuneral.com

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Rita Sahr - March 16, 1930 - November 09, 2020

Departed: 11/09/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Rita Sahr, 90-year-old resident of Little Falls died Monday, November 9 at her home with her family by her side.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 11 at 11:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Little Falls. The burial will be held at St. Adalbert’s Catholic Cemetery in Little Falls. A visitation will be held from 10:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Wednesday at the church.

Rita Anna Hennick was born on March 16, 1930 in Elmdale Township, Morrison County, Minnesota to the late Frank and Tillie (Bienek) Hennick.  She grew up in the Elmdale area where she attended country school.  She was united in marriage to Melvin Sahr on August 13, 1955 at Our lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls. The couple made their home in Little Falls.  Rita worked for a short time as a waitress at the “President Café” in Little Falls. She was a member of the Little Falls VFW auxiliary and St. Mary’s Catholic Church.  Rita enjoyed reading, crosswords, puzzles, collecting angels, bells and salt and pepper shakers. She treasured time spent with her family especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The Christmas season was always a special time for Rita seeing the joy and excitement through the children’s eyes.  She will be remembered as a very humble and caring person. Rita was always giving of herself and taking care of others and praying for her family and friends.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Tom Sahr of Little Falls, Larry (Cathy) Sahr of Ham Lake, Ron (Lisa) Sahr of Brainerd, Rose (Dave) Jensen of Little Falls and Joyce (Bob) Mankowski of Ham Lake;  sisters,  Marleen Mead of Wisconsin and Esther Nelson of Little Falls; grandchildren, Brandon Kasper, Mike Sahr, Braden Zilka, Randy Sahr, Tonya Berlin, Casey Waltman, Ammber Sahr, Josh Jensen, Sam Jensen, Travis Jensen, Jenny Mankowski and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Tillie Hennick; husband, Melvin; brothers, Louie Hennick and Leroy Hennick

The arrangements for Rita are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls, MN.

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Ronald Karasch - November 17, 1950 - November 07, 2020

Departed: 11/07/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Ronald Karasch, 69-year-old resident of Little Falls, died Saturday, November 7, 2020 at the St. Cloud Hospital.  A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, November 13 at 10:30 A.M. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls with Father Ben Kociemba officiating.  Interment will be in the parish cemetery.  A visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Friday at the church.

Ron was born on November 17, 1950 in Little Falls to the late Eugene and Lucille (Borash) Karasch.  He grew up and attended school in Little Falls.  He graduated from Little Falls Community High School with the class of 1968.  He attended Staples Vocational School in Machine Operator program. He worked the following jobs throughout his life: self-employed truck driver, Twin Cities Freight from 1971-1977, Hennepin Paper Mill from 1978-1986, Road Construction from 1987-1993 and Bus Driver from 1993-2009.  He was united in marriage to Lynn Duerr on September 15, 1979 in Melrose, MN and the couple later divorced.  Ron was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Little Falls since 1953.  He was active with the Knights of Columbus and served as the Grand Knight for one year and was an in and out guard for over 20 years.  He enjoyed playing cards, smear tournaments, puzzles, watching wrestling, baseball, going for drives in the country and loved farms and the animals on the farms.

Left to cherish his memory are his sisters, Cynthia (Ron) Bachan  and Bonnie (Joseph II) Bachan both of Little Falls; nieces and nephews, Jennifer Anderson, Jesse Bachan, Jasmyne Glikas, JaBeaua Bachan, Lacey Smieja, MiRanda Pfaff; great-nieces and nephews, Morgan Buchholz, Riley Buchholz, Sydney Bachan, Malaki Bachan, Josh Pfaff II, Tori Pfaff, Olivia Anderson, Mayzie Smieja and Sophie Smieja.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene and Lucille Karasch and a sister, Darlene Karasch.

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Paul Waldvogel - October 26, 1931 - October 17, 2020

Departed: 10/17/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: Paul Waldvogel, age 88 of Little Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the Highland Senior Living.

A funeral service will take place on Friday, October 23, 2020, at the Emblom Brenny Funeral Service Chapel in Little Falls, MN, at 12:00 P.M. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the funeral at the chapel. Burial will take place at the Minnesota State Veteran Cemetery in Little Falls, MN.

Paul was born on October 26, 1931 to Paul, Sr. and Francis (Lenarz) Waldvogel at St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls. He attended St. Mary’s School. Paul served in the US Army and served in the Korean War. He met the love of his life Joyce Finken, they were married on June 27, 1959 at St. Mary’s Church in Little Falls. The couple lived in Little Falls while raising their 3 children. After retirement they wintered in Apache Junction, AZ and summered at their lake home on Lake Beauty in Long Prairie, MN. Paul worked at Pankratz, Metalcraft and at Camp Ripley for the State of Minnesota as a roofer. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, singing karaoke, shooting pool, watching westerns and listening to country music. He loved spending time outdoors with family, grilling family meals, playing yard games like beanbags, polish golf, horseshoes and having water balloon fights. Paul’s children have fond memories of time spend with at his moms, playing cards for hours. Paul was a Life Member of the Little Falls VFW #1112 and he was known to have a Southern Comfort Manhatten or 2 or 3. He worked hard and played hard, he was stubborn and strong willed. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Paul is survived by his wife, Joyce; children, John (Cindy) Waldvogel, Lynn (Jaimie) Kassman, Judith (Jorge) Espino; 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Ray (Marge) Waldvogel of Dallas, TX, Alice Norton of WI., Donald (Bernice) Waldvogel, Jerome (Arlene) Waldvogel, Lawrence (Gloria) Waldvogel, Mary Amundson, all of Little Falls, Robert (Carol) Waldvogel of Cecil, WI; sisters-in-law, Donna Waldvogel of Little Falls, Susan (Edward) Allerman of Little Falls; brothers-in-law, Ken (Marcene) Finken of St Cloud and Terrance Finken of Detroit Michigan.

He was preceded in death by his parents; fathers-in-law and mother-in-law, Henry Finken, Marie Finken (Stanley) Proper; siblings, Elizabeth Wardarski, James Waldvogel, Sylvester Waldvogel; brothers-in-law, Robert Amundson, Bud Norton, Roger Wardarski, Perry Smith; sisters-in-law, Wilma Finken and Dorothy Waldvogel.

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Gerald Roscoe - March 22, 1942 - October 16, 2020

Departed: 10/16/2020 (Little Falls)

Obituary Preview: “Jerry” Gerald James Roscoe, of Onamia, Minnesota passed away on October 16, 2020 at age 78.

Jerry was born on March 22, 1942 in Brainerd, Minnesota to Joseph Roscoe and Lorraine (Young).  His step dad was Wayne Williams, whom he called father.  He graduated from Onamia High School in 1960.  On January 25, 1964 he married Janet Joan Branger in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  He met Janet at Krafve's gas station in Hillman, Minnesota in 1961 as her parents had a cabin on Platte Lake; and both were smitten with each other.  They shared 56 years of a loving and memorable marriage together.  They lived in St. Anthony Village for 25 years and raised two children together, Vicki and Allen.  Jerry retired in 2002 from Eaton Corporation where he worked for over 40 years.  Jerry and Janet moved north to their beautiful wooded land outside of Brainerd in 2002 which he fondly named “Roscoe’s Roost,” as Jerry was counting the days to get out of the city and back to the country.

Jerry was a fighter. He suffered a major stroke in February 2003, which he overcame.  He was resilient and relentless, and nothing was going to get in his way to enjoy life.

Jerry loved everything outdoors.  From hunting and fishing, to cutting and chopping his own wood to burn in his fireplace, to woodworking and anything he could creatively make with his hands, to building his own massive winding logging trails on his land with his tractor and other big toys, near where he grew up.  He loved to watch all the wildlife every day that would walk up his long pine tree lined driveway (which he had planted every tree by hand) and reach the center of his yard, including deer, bunnies, bear, fox, turkeys, and more.  He was their favorite fan because every day he made it a point to make sure they didn’t go hungry, feeding them corn and other animal treats.  He chopped his own wood and enjoyed a trip out in the woods on his logging trails with his gator the day he passed. Jerry also loved people.  A truly amazing individual, he was always looking out for and helping others.  His pride and joy were spending time with his family and many dear friends.  He was kind, generous and had a sense of humor that made everyone laugh and smile.  He taught his kids so many life skills, with the most important being respecting others.  He encouraged them to work hard but always enjoy each day to the fullest.  He was also known for a bit (or a lot) of sarcasm, just to keep everyone on their toes!

Jerry is survived by his wife, Janet Roscoe and daughter, Vicki Roscoe Erickson and her husband Chad Erickson and son, Allen Roscoe and brother, Leonard (Swede) Roscoe and his wife Lois, and sister, Patsy Schmaltz and her husband Rodney and step brothers, Rick Williams and Doug Williams.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Roscoe and Lorraine Williams, his step father, Wayne Williams, and step brother, Don Williams, and his beloved “Goldies” (yellow labs).

Jerry was cremated. A celebration of life service will be held in spring/summer of 2021.

He is going to be deeply missed by Janet, Vicki and Allen, family, friends and all that crossed his path.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

What is the purpose of an obituary?

The primary purpose of an obituary is to share the news of a person's death with others, allowing them to pay their respects, offer condolences, and celebrate the person's life. It also serves as a way to provide information about funeral services, memorial donations, and other details related to the deceased.

Who writes an obituary?

Typically, an obituary is written by a family member or close friend of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. In some cases, the deceased may have written their own obituary in advance.

What information should be included in an obituary?

A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service, hobbies, and surviving family members. It may also include information about funeral services, memorial donations, and other relevant details.

How long should an obituary be?

The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a few paragraphs at most.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's death, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary is a more detailed and personalized tribute to the deceased, often including a biography and other relevant information.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, you can write your own obituary in advance. This can be a therapeutic exercise and ensure that your life story is told in your own words. However, it's essential to keep in mind that your loved ones may still need to add or modify certain details after your passing.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and guidelines. Be prepared to provide the necessary information and payment for publication.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms and funeral home websites allow you to publish an obituary. These online obituaries often remain available for viewing indefinitely and can be shared easily with others.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspaper obituaries can range from $50 to several hundred dollars, while online platforms may offer free or low-cost options.

What is a memorial donation?

A memorial donation is a gift made in memory of the deceased to a charity or organization that was important to them. It's often specified in the obituary as an alternative to flowers or other tributes.

How do I request memorial donations in an obituary?

Simply include a statement in the obituary indicating that memorial donations may be made to a specific charity or organization in lieu of flowers or other tributes.

Can I include photos or other multimedia in an obituary?

Some publications and online platforms allow you to include photos or other multimedia elements in an obituary. Check with the specific outlet for their policies and guidelines.

How long does it take for an obituary to be published?

The timeframe for publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers typically publish obituaries within a few days of receipt, while online platforms may post them immediately.

Can I make changes to an obituary after it's been published?

In most cases, changes cannot be made to an obituary once it's been published. However, some online platforms may allow corrections or updates.

What if I find an error in an obituary?

If you find an error in an obituary, contact the publication or platform where it was published as soon as possible to report the mistake.

Can I republish an old obituary?

Yes, you can republish an old obituary on its anniversary or at another significant time. This can be a meaningful way to honor the deceased and share their story again with others.

How do I write a condolence message for an online guestbook?

A condolence message should be heartfelt and sincere. Express your sympathy for the loss, share a fond memory of the deceased (if applicable), and offer support for the grieving family.

What is the etiquette for responding to condolences?

Acknowledge each condolence message with gratitude and appreciation. You don't need to respond individually to every message, but a general thank-you note or social media post can express your appreciation for the outpouring of support.

How long should I display condolences messages on social media?

You can display condolence messages on social media for as long as you feel comfortable. Some people choose to leave them up indefinitely as a tribute to their loved one.

Can I create a memorial page on social media?

Yes, many social media platforms allow you to create memorial pages or groups dedicated to the deceased. These can serve as virtual gathering places for friends and family to share memories and condolences.

How do I plan a memorial service or celebration of life?

A memorial service or celebration of life typically involves planning music, readings, eulogies, and other elements that honor the deceased. Consider working with a funeral home or event planner to help organize the event.

What is the difference between a funeral and a memorial service?

A funeral typically involves the presence of the deceased's body, while a memorial service takes place without the body present. Memorial services are often held after cremation or when the body has been buried elsewhere.

How do I cope with grief after losing a loved one?

Grief is a unique and individual experience. Allow yourself time to process your emotions, seek support from friends, family, or counseling services if needed, and consider joining a support group for bereaved individuals.

Are there any resources available for writing an obituary?

Yes, many funeral homes and online platforms offer resources and templates for writing an obituary. You can also consult with a professional writer or seek guidance from friends and family members who have written obituaries in the past.