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.
Gladys Norma Frahm
Dec 6, 2012
Gladys Norma (Haukedahl) Frahm, age 84, of Sebeka, Minnesota, died at her home in rural Sebeka December 6, 2012 surrounded by the love of her family. Gladys was born on November 23, 1928 in Audubon, Minnesota to Nordahl and Mina (Jacobson) Haukedahl. She grew up in Audubon, Minnesota with her twin brother Glenn and seven other siblings and graduated from...
Martin Sandfred Olson
Nov 23, 2012
Martin Sanfred Olson was born on December 28, 1922 to Chester and Bernice Olson in Wadena County and was taken to Our Lord on November 23, 2012 at the age of 89. He was raised in Rockwood Township and attended school into the ninth grade. On February 27, 1945 he entered the Army and served until December of 1946, when...
Laurie Lee (Odland) Skaro
Nov 18, 2012
Laurie Lee (Odland) Skaro, age 58, of Sebeka, MN, passed away peacefully Sunday, November 18, 2012, at her home, surrounded by her family following a courageous battle with cancer. Laurie was born May 12, 1954, in Buffalo, Wyoming. She was the 1st of 4 children born to Faye Donald and Rita (Sangrey) Odland. She grew up in Montana, moving to...
Kenneth Stanley Moench
Nov 14, 2012
Kenneth Stanley Moench (Ken), age 56, passed away on November 14, 2012, due to complications of cancer at Fair Oaks Lodge, Wadena MN, where he received special, compassionate care. Ken was born September 25, 1956, at Wesley Hospital, Wadena MN, to Stanley and Violet Moench. He graduated from Sebeka High School in 1975 and Anoka Hennepin Technical College for Auto...
Wilbert “Willie” Emil Froemming
Nov 12, 2012
Wilbert “Willie” Emil Froemming age 87 of Menahga, MN died Monday, November 12, 2012 at his home in Menahga. Willie was born to William and Sophie (Dittberner) Froemming on July 18, 1925 in Carlos, MN. Willie was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith. He attended grade school in Miltona, MN and graduated with the class of 1943 from Jefferson...
Virginia Raye Sammeli
Nov 4, 2012
Virginia Raye Sammeli, age 74 of Menahga, MN passed away at the St. Joseph's Hospital, in Park Rapids, MN, on November 4, 2012. Virginia was born March 23, 1938 to Signe and Julius Johnson from Menahga. Virginia grew up on a farm near Menahga with her older brother Russell. She went to a country school and then to High School...
Josephine Mary Malone
Nov 2, 2012
Josephine Mary Lamphier Malone, age 104 of Sebeka, MN died Friday, November 02, 2012 at Heritage House in Sebeka, MN. Josephine was born to Clifford and Mary (Koehler) Lamphier on November 14, 1907 in Bear Creek Township, near Elkader, Iowa. She was raised on a farm in Bear Creek which flooded every Spring. Josephine attended 12 years of schooling and...
Eugene Clifford Steinke
Oct 30, 2012
Eugene Clifford Steinke, age 79, of Sebeka, MN died, Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at Tri County Hospital in Wadena, MN. Eugene was born to Adolph and Anna (Knudson) Steinke on August 15, 1933 in Wadena, MN. He completed his eighth grade education at School District #48 in North Germany Township, Wadena County, MN. On November 13, 1956 Eugene was inducted...
James Morris Quaschnick
Oct 20, 2012
James Morris Quaschnick, age 81, of Sebeka, MN died Saturday, October 20, 2012 at Fergus Falls Minnesota Veterans Home in Fergus Falls, MN. Jim was born to Robert and Janet (Bergsten) Quasnick on July 19, 1931 in Pollock, South Dakota. After completing his education he enlisted into the military. Jim was united in marriage to Helen Young on August 23,...
Paul Russell Ollanketo
Oct 17, 2012
Paul Russell Ollanketo, 76, of Menahga Minnesota passed away suddenly at home on October 17, 2012. Paul was born on October 18, 1935 in Marengo, Wisconsin to George and Aina (Hannula) Ollanketo. He graduated from Ashland High School in Ashland Wisconsin in 1953. On October 4, 1958 he and Dorothy Cooper were united in marriage in Menahga, MN. He served...
Ernest Eino Banttari
Oct 1, 2012
Graveside services will be held 1:00 PM Monday, May 12, 2014 at Hay Creek Cemetery with James Yliniemi officiating.
Reno Delvin Juntunen
Oct 1, 2012
Reno Delvin Juntunen, age 90, of Menahga, MN passed away October 1, 2012, after a brief illness at St. Joseph's Hospital in Park Rapids, MN. Reno was born to Charles and Olga (Carlson) Juntunen on July 22, 1922, on a farm near Rolla, ND. He graduated from Rolla High School in 1940. He was united in marriage to Marian Herrala...
Maxine Helen Elizabeth Makela
Sep 30, 2012
Maxine Helen Elizabeth (Autio) Makela was born to Walter and Helmi Autio on November 6th, 1926 in Van Buren Township, Floodwood, Minnesota. Maxine died peacefully on September 30, 2012 at Green Pine Acres Nursing home at the age of 85 years, 10 months and 24 days. Maxine was the youngest of 10 children and began milking cows by hand at...
Madonna Jean Gram
Sep 26, 2012
Madonna Jean Gram age 87, of Sebeka, MN died Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at the Heritage House in Sebeka, MN. Madonna was born to Alfred and Dolly (Olson) Offerdahl on August 21, 1925 in Middle River, MN. Donna graduated from Middle River School, and then worked at a local bakery. Donna was united in marriage to Ray Gram. While living...
Ruben William Alajoki
Sep 13, 2012
Ruben William Alajoki age 87 of rural Menahga, MN died Thursday, September 13, 2012 after a brief illness at St. Joseph Area Health Service in Park Rapids, MN. Ruben was born to John and Lillian (Soumala) Alajoki on November 24, 1924 on the family farm in Runeberg Township, Becker County, MN. He attended school at District 55 through the eighth...
Ernest J. Trimble
Aug 15, 2012
Ernest J. Trimble age 80, of rural Menahga, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Park Rapids, MN. Ernie was born to William (Ernie) and Irene (Sharp) Trimble on October 9, 1931 in Menahga, MN. He graduated from Menahga High School in 1949. He then served 6 years in the...
Leland Leroy Schumaker
Aug 6, 2012
Leland Leroy Schumaker age 88, of rural Menahga, MN passed away on Monday, August 6th, 2012 at the V.A. Hospital in Fargo, ND. Lee was born to Frederick and Nellie (Fischer) Schumacher at the Wadena Hospital in Wadena, MN on June 10th 1924. He graduated from Wadena High School in 1942 and enlisted in the United States Coast Guard, serving...
Ellen Lillian Kangas
Jul 17, 2012
Ellen Lillian (Matson) Kangas age 91 years and 7 months, died at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Park Rapids, MN on Tuesday, July 17, 2012, surrounded by family members. Ellen was born the eleventh child of fifteen to Oscar and Lempi (Maatta) Matson on December 17, 1920 in Red Eye Township, Wadena County, MN. She was Baptized and Confirmed in the...
Diana Irene Makela
Jul 4, 2012
Diana Irene Makela age 80 of Sebeka, MN, died on Wednesday July 4, 2012 at her home. Diana was born to Louie and Irene (McKean) Daniels on February 19, 1932 in Sacramento, CA. Diana served in the United States Air Force from 1950 – 1951 during the Korean War. She was honorably discharged. Diana is survived by her daughter Mary...
Mark Wayne Dwire
Jun 24, 2012
Mark Wayne Dwire, 61, was accepted into his father’s arms surrounded by his family June 24th. Mark was born to Wyman (Jack) and Donna (Hasbrouck) Dwire on March 25th, 1951 in Park Rapids, MN. Mark graduated from Walker/Hackensack High School in 1969. He was married to Sherry (Garbers) Dwire on July 31st, 1971. Mark was a business entrepreneur. He started...
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