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.
Maria Magdalene Jarvi
Jul 20, 2023
Maria Magdalene (Nevala) Jarvi passed away peacefully on July 20, 2023, with her family by her side. Maria was born December 17th, 1933 to Leonard and Hinni (Alajoki) Nevala. Growing up Mia’s fondest memories were picking blueberries with siblings, having picnics and eating Ice Cream Cones on the way home as a treat. Mia attended church and was confirmed from...
Elizabeth (Betty) Louise Koehne
Jul 10, 2023
Elizabeth “Betty” Louise Koehne passed away at the Park Rapids hospital in Park Rapids, MN on Monday July 10th, 2023 at the age of 70. Betty was born on November 7th 1952 in Jackson, MN to Roland and Lila Belle (Freemire) Koffron. Betty grew up in the community of Jackson and was a graduate of the class of 1970. After...
Lenore Ellen Maaninga
Jun 25, 2023
Lenore Ellen (Sibrava) Maaninga, 91 years old passed away on June 25, 2023 at Green Pine Acres Nursing Home in Menahga, MN. Nora was born to Ed and Hattie Louise (Blanchard) Sibrava on March 4, 1932 during the Great Depression. She was born at home, a small baby. Her incubator was the oven to keep her warm and fed Eagle...
Marcella Geneva Shore
Jun 14, 2023
Marcella Geneva Shore, was born on August 11, 1922 to John and Marie (Engstrom) Brockopp in Newfolden, MN. Shortly after the birth of her sister, Gladys in 1926, her father sold the farm near Newfolden and purchased a brand new 1926 Model A Ford and moved the family to their new farm in Philbrook, MN. Everything they owned was packed...
Robert Samuel Hoppe Jr
Jun 2, 2023
Robert (Bob) Samuel Hoppe, Jr., 79, passed away peacefully after a long hard battle with Parkinson’s and Dementia diseases. He was born September 4, 1943, to Irene and Robert S. Hoppe, Sr. in Minneapolis. He grew up in Bloomington, graduating from Bloomington High School in 1962. He then attended and graduated from Brown University in Minneapolis in 1963. Bob excelled...
Gary Harlen Ryhti
May 26, 2023
Join Mary Ryhti and family in celebrating the life of Gary Harlen Ryhti (September 29, 1952 - May 26, 2023). Friends and community, please gather to share memories and favorite stories, laugh and cry, and remember Gary – who is deeply loved and greatly missed. The event in Gary’s honor will be held on Saturday, September 30, 2023, from 1:00-4:00...
Sylvia Irene Harvala
May 25, 2023
Our Mom Sylvia “Irene” Harvala, age 89, of Menahga MN (formerly of Osage and Park Rapids) passed away very quietly and peacefully on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at Green Pine Acres Nursing Home. Alzheimer’s very slowly took her away from all of us. Irene was born on January 24, 1934, to William and Saima (Typpo) Kuismi, the youngest of 8...
Beatrice G. Janson
May 15, 2023
Beatrice G. Janson, 93 years old, formerly of rural Wadena, MN passed away on May 15th, 2023 at Perham Living Transitions Unit in Perham. She was born on December 29, 1929 to Emil and Sigrid (Puttonen Mattson) Mattie at their farm home in Blowers Township, East Otter Tail County. Beatrice attended Haycreek Country School and then Sebeka Public School, graduating...
Marvin Matthew Mattila
Apr 26, 2023
Marvin Matthew Mattila joined his beloved wife Mavis in heaven at the age of 85 on Wednesday, April 26th, 2023. He was born June 28,1937 in Cokato, MN to Otto and Fannie (Annala) Mattila. The only boy of 7 children, Marv grew up in Cokato and Menahga. He graduated from Dassel High School in 1955. Soon after, he enlisted in...
Janet Mable Makela
Apr 13, 2023
Janet Mable (Clarin) Makela of Menahga, MN, passed away on April 13, 2023, at Green Pine Acres nursing home in Menahga at the age of 83. She was born at home in Straight River township, Hubbard County, to Henry and Edna (Hook) Clarin on February 7, 1940. Janet had an ideal childhood growing up on the farm with her 9...
Sheila Ann Downer
Apr 2, 2023
Sheila Anne Downer, 74, of Huntersville, MN died peacefully on April 2nd, 2023, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Park Rapids, MN with her daughter holding her hand. Sheila was born to Abner and Virginia Roche in Wadena, MN on December 2, 1948. She went to a small country school through the 8th grade and attended Menahga High School until she...
Melvin Ernest Kinnunen
Mar 25, 2023
Melvin Ernest Kinnunen, 85 of Menahga, was called to his eternal home with the Lord on Saturday, March 25th 2023. He passed peacefully after his Alzheimer’s Dementia progressed, surrounded by family under the care of the St. Joseph’s Hospice team and the amazing staff at Crystal Brook memory care. Melvin was born on January 5th, 1938 in Shell River Township,...
Lorraine Ardell Madsen
Mar 16, 2023
Lorraine Madsen, age 102 of Menahga, Minnesota, passed away on March 16, 2023 at Woodside Manor Assisted Living in Menahga. A Celebration of Life will be held 1:30 PM Saturday, May 13, 2023 at First English Lutheran Church in Menahga, MN with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will be 1:00 PM Monday, May 15....
Frederick Henry Tate Jr
Mar 16, 2023
Frederick Henry Tate, Jr. (Hank) was born February 25, 1943 at Winona Co. General Hospital, Winona, MN. He passed away at the Green Pine Acres Nursing Home, Menahga, MN on March 16, at 80 years, 23 days. His parents were Frederick Henry Tate, Sr. and Charlotte Dorthea (Cassel) Tate. He grew up on a dairy farm. They still used horses...
Doris Mary Ronnebaum
Mar 9, 2023
Doris Mary Ronnebaum age 72, died March 9 2023 at her Oak Ridge Home in Wadena, MN. Doris was born to Robert and Verena (Schmitz) Ronnebaum on November 17, 1950 in Park Rapids, MN. Doris grew up and attended school in the Sebeka area. She later moved to Wadena. Doris enjoyed listening to Country Western Music and watching movies. She...
Carol Jean Hooper
Mar 3, 2023
Carol Jean Hooper passed away March 3, 2023 at Providence Villa in Sebeka, MN surrounded by family and friends after a battle with cancer. She was 68 years old. Carol was born to Herbert and Betty (Konstad) Hooper on April 23, 1954 in Hibbing, Minnesota. She was very proud of her Ranger roots. She graduated from Hibbing High School in...
Mavis Lorraine Mattila
Mar 1, 2023
Mavis Lorraine (Sandberg) Mattila, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 1st, 2023 at Green Pine Acres in Menahga, MN. She was born July 17, 1938 in Granite Falls, MN to Elmer and Gladys Sandberg. The eldest of seven children, Mavis grew up on the family farm. After graduating from Granite Falls High School in 1956, she moved to Minneapolis,...
Roy William Rudderforth Jr
Feb 18, 2023
Roy William Rudderforth, Jr., 70, of Menahga, passed away at his home on Saturday, February 18, 2023, surrounded by family and loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer. Roy was born January 7, 1953 in Alexandria, VA to Roy and Lola (Matta) Rudderforth, where he grew up throughout his childhood. Roy’s family would call him “Robin,” but he hated...
Lorraine Loretta Keranen
Feb 13, 2023
Lorraine Keranen, 88, died peacefully on Monday, February 13, 2023 at Diamond Willow Assisted Living, Park Rapids, Minnesota. Lorraine Loretta Junes was born an only child to Albert and Esther (Hovin) Junes on April 16, 1934 in Clearwater County, Minnesota. She was baptized in Bagley, Minnesota on June 3, 1934. In 1935 the family moved to Butte, Montana where her...
Elaine. Marcella Haataja
Feb 13, 2023
Elaine Haataja was born July, 16, 1941 in Runeberg Twp, MN to Eino and Lillian (Ollila) Simi. She attended country school in Midway and graduated from Menahga Public School in 1959. She married Wendell Haataja on November 28, 1959. They were blessed with 5 children. Elaine and Wendell lived briefly in Minneapolis before moving to Buhl, MN. Elaine held various...
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