OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Wadena County, Minnesota
The obituaries in the Sebeka, Minnesota Area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity Wadena County's history and identity.
Shirley Ann Olson
Aug 23, 2024
Shirley Ann (Rach) Olson, age 87 of Sebeka, MN passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2024 surrounded by her family.
Shirley was born to Dorothy and Elmer Rach on February 21, 1937 in Germania Township in Todd County MN. She was the oldest of three children with one brother Danny and one sister Jan. She attended Sebeka High School where...
Laureen Marie Huttunen
Aug 14, 2024
Laureen Marie (Downer) Huttunen, age 55, of Sebeka, MN, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at Lakewood Health System in Staples, MN, with her family by her side.
Laureen was born on November 1, 1968, in Park Rapids, MN, to Blaine Downer and Deloris Shore. She was raised in Foley, MN, and graduated from Foley High School in 1987....
Roger Allen Tuorila
Aug 13, 2024
Roger Allen Tuorila, a beloved husband, Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024, at his home in rural Sebeka, MN, surrounded by family. He was born to Hazel and Eino Tuorila on September 3, 1953 and was a life-long member of the Sebeka community. Roger graduated from Sebeka High School in...
James Eugene Wheeler
Aug 7, 2024
James "Jim" Eugene Wheeler quietly passed away on August 7th, 2024, at a wizened 94 years of age. Jim was born on June 13th, 1930, to Harry and Eugenie Wheeler in Breckenridge, MN. He was their eldest child, and as their sole son, would be joined by four sisters. At a young age, Jim showed his dedication to a hard...
Joseph Stanczyk
Jul 16, 2024
Joseph Stanczyk, 52 of Elgin, Texas, passed away on July 16, 2024. Born in Coon Rapids, August 30, 1971 and raised in Mounds View. He graduated from Irondale High School, Class of 1989. Joe proudly served four years in the Marine Corps. He loved music, video games, technology, and all Minnesota sports, especially football and hockey. Joe had an infectious...
Kimberly Ann Lennemann
Jul 13, 2024
Kimberly Ann Lennemann (McIntosh), age 66, passed away on July 13, 2024 in Menahga, Minnesota. Kim was born in Fairfax, Missouri in 1957 to Harold (Roy) and Gayla McIntosh (Arnold). Kim grew up in Tarkio, Missouri where she attended elementary and high school. In that time, she also lived in Madison, WI; Boulder, CO; San Antonio, TX, Athens, GA, and...
Diane Kathleen Hendrickson
Jun 29, 2024
Diane Kathleen Hendrickson, 78, of Sebeka MN, passed away Saturday June 29, 2024 surrounded by family. Diane was born February 2, 1946 in Detroit, MI to Uno and Lempi Pinoniemi. She was raised in the Detroit, MI area and graduated from high school in 1964. After graduation, she worked as a secretary at Chrysler Corporation and enjoyed traveling. In 1973,...
David Andrew Karkinen
May 18, 2024
David Andrew Karkinen passed away on Saturday, May 18th, 2024 with his family at his side. He was born to Harold and Betty Karkinen on July 11, 1960. When David was young man he was always seen with his cousin Larry and they were very active helping on the Farm, driving tractor (where he designed his own “elevator” to get...
Clarence William Suvanto
May 7, 2024
Clarence William Suvanto, 86, died May 7, 2024, in Fergus Falls, MN, with his wife and niece by his side. Clarence was born June 24, 1937 to William August and Helen Ruth (Gustafson) at home in Runeberg Township, Becker County, MN. Clarence attended a country school, until the building burned. He graduated from Menahga High School with the class of...
Michael Wayne Foss
May 6, 2024
Michael Wayne Foss, 77, of Menahga, MN passed away Monday, May sixth surrounded by family at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, North Dakota. Michael (Mike) was born October 30st, 1946, to Romaine Sheire Foss and Louise May Foss (Jarvinen). Mike was an Army brat growing up in many parts of the world eventually graduating from Arlignton Lee Highschool in Arlington,...
Lee Adrian Haugen
May 5, 2024
Lee Adrian Haugen was born on August 10, 1947, to Marvin and Doris (Swenson) Haugen in Graceville, MN. Lee lived on the family farm in Clinton, MN with his parents and siblings. Lee graduated in 1965 from Clinton High School in Clinton, MN. After graduation, Lee moved to the Minneapolis area and gained employment in the maintenance department at the...
Alice Joy Ollila
Mar 30, 2024
Alice Joy (Heino) Ollila, 88 years old, was welcomed home by her Lord and Savior on March 30th, 2024, after she lost her battle with Alzheimer’s. During this journey, she was given loving care from her devoted family, the Knute Nelson Hospice team and the wonderful staff at Providence Villa in Sebeka. Alice was born at home to William and...
Phyllis Jean Leritz
Mar 5, 2024
Phyllis Jean (Jackson) Leritz October 30, 1926 – March 5, 2024 Phyllis was born in Minneapolis on October 30, 1926 to Agnes and George Jackson. She was the second-oldest of 8 children. Phyllis was raised in the Motley, Minnesota area and graduated from Motley High School in 1943. After high school, she studied at St. Cloud College to earn her...
Ruth Anne Oleary
Feb 26, 2024
Ruth Anne (Jorgenson) O’Leary was born on August 28, 1944, the fourth child to Marlow and Dorothy (Warble) Jorgenson in Park Rapids, MN. She graduated from Park Rapids High School June, 1962. The following year in May, 1963, she graduated from Wadena Area Technical Institute after completing courses in Cosmetology to become a beautician. Ruth married Gary Albin of Sebeka...
Michael John Hand
Feb 23, 2024
Michael John Hand, age 67, of Sebeka, MN, was found dead of natural causes in his home in Sebeka on February 23, 2024. Michael was born to Russell and Lorraine (Moore) Hand in Crookston, MN, on October 17, 1956. He moved around a lot with his family, eventually ending in Menahga, where he went to high school. While living in...
Leroy Marlin Steinkraus
Feb 23, 2024
Leroy Marlin Steinkraus was born on August 9, 1942 in Wadena, Minnesota to Henry and Mary (Kleinke) Steinkraus. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at North Germany Church. He resided in rural Sebeka and attended school through the 8th grade. Leroy liked farm animals and enjoyed the outdoors especially spending time with his parents at their cabin...
Verdell Gladys Pudas
Feb 20, 2024
Verdell Gladys Pudas age 67, of Menahga, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on Tuesday, February 20th, 2024, at Greenwood Connections Nursing Home in Menahga, MN. Verdell was born to Vernon and Gladys (Haataja) KImball on October 26, 1956, in Chisholm, MN. She was the second oldest of 7 children; Glenn (Laura) Kimball, Bonnie Wagner, Daryl Kimball,...
Cynthia Gayle Keranen
Feb 11, 2024
Cynthia Gayle Keranen, age 72, of Wolf Lake Minnesota, died surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at Essentia Health in Fargo, North Dakota following years of chronic health problems. Cindy was born on April 23, 1951 in St. Paul Minnesota, to Walter and Sylvia Muhonen. Cindy fondly spoke of growing up in White Bear Lake, MN...
Floyd Delwin Harvala
Feb 4, 2024
Floyd Delwin Harvala “The Wild Finlander”, age 89, of Menahga MN (formerly of Osage and Park Rapids) passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at Green Pine Acres Nursing Home. Heart disease, and later Alzheimer’s, slowed Floyd in his later years and ultimately took him from us. Floyd was born on April 16,1934 to Hugo B and Lila (Yoki) Harvala,...
Betty Lou Karkinen
Jan 27, 2024
Betty Lou (Leske) Karkinen, 89 of Detroit Lakes, passed away peacefully on Saturday January 27th, 2024, at Oak Crossing nursing home in Detroit Lakes, MN. Betty was born on April 5th, 1934, to Henry and Ida (Redetzke) Leske. She married Harold Karkinen on December 22nd, 1948. They raised their three children on the family farm she grew up on. She...
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