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.
Philip Wayne Kangas
Jan 13, 2011
Philip (Phil) Kangas age 54 of Laporte, MN formerly of Menahga, MN died at Essentia Health in Fargo ND, on January 13, 2011. Philip was born to Herbert and Norma (Maunu) Kangas on February 25, 1956 in Park Rapids, MN. He graduated from Menahga High School in 1974. Philip owned and operated Leech Lake Bait Business in Walker, MN for...
Bernard William Fiedler
Jan 10, 2011
Bernard “Barney” William Fiedler 84, of Sebeka, MN, passed away on January 10, 2011. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on January 23, 2011 at Wevley Funeral Home in Sebeka MN from 1-3pm. Barney was born in St. Joseph, MN on September 22,1926 to William and Mary (Schloemer) Fiedler. During Barney’s childhood the family moved to Little Fork....
Ruth Ann Yliniemi
Dec 27, 2010
Ruth Ann Yliniemi was born August 21, 1956 in Virginia, Minnesota. She married William Nicholas Yliniemi on February 13, 1976. To this union were born five children: Jess Caleb, Heather Jean, married to Joseph Eugene Furlong, Rebecca Ann, married to Greg Steven Karvonen, Jennifer Mary, and Alison Nicole. She is survived by her husband, children, sons-in-law and six grandchildren: Josephine...
Daren Kenneth Rathcke
Dec 23, 2010
Daren Kenneth Rathcke age 35 of Nimrod, MN died Thursday, December 23, 2010 in a logging accident in the Pillsbury State Forest near in Pillager, MN. Daren was born to Denis and Jeanine (Loween) Rathcke on January 28, 1975 in Park Rapids, MN. He was raised in Nimrod and attended school in Sebeka, MN and graduated in 1993. He attended...
Myrna Jane Kempf
Dec 14, 2010
Myrna Jane Kempf age 67 of Sebeka, MN died Tuesday, December 14, 2010 at her home. Myrna was born to Edwin and Eileen (Miller) Steinkraus on April 30, 1943 in Wadena, MN. Myrna graduated from Sebeka School in 1961. She was proud of being third generation attending Sebeka School. Her youngest grandchild is currently representing the 5th generation of her...
Grace Elzina Swanson
Nov 28, 2010
Grace Elzina Schoon Swanson age 94, of Sebeka, MN died peacefully Sunday, November 28, 2010 at Heritage House in Sebeka six days before her 95 birthday. Grace was born to William and Blanche (Bryan) Tilton on December 4, 1915 in Ritchie Montana. On February 7, 1934 Grace was united in marriage to Gustave A Schoon. They spent sometime in Black...
Daisy Leona Jacob
Nov 28, 2010
Daisy Leona Jacob age 101, of Menahga, MN died Sunday, November 28, 2010 at Rose Haven Assisted Living in Menahga, with many of her loving family members beside her, holding her hand and sharing many stories of years past and continually showing their love to her in her last days, as she followed the light to her heavenly home. Daisy...
Helen Marie Branstner
Nov 20, 2010
Helen Marie (Petersen) Branstner age 69 of Wadena, MN died Saturday, November 20, 2010 in Hibbing, MN. Helen was born to Wayne and Margaret (Wyffels) Petersen on November 7, 1941 in Walnut Grove, MN. Helen was wed to husband of 39 years, Arnold Ray Branstner on June 4, 1960. Together they had three children Steven, Lori and Robert (Bob). They...
Janice Marie Johnson
Nov 18, 2010
Janice Marie (Hawkins) Johnson, age 75, of Menahga, MN died on November 18, 2010 at Greenwood Connections Nursing Facility in Menahga, MN. Janice was born oldest daughter to Benjamin and Carol (Hoskins) Hawkins on October 9, 1935, In St. Cloud, MN. Janice, Elden, Franklin, and Carolyn lived in the Minneapolis, MN area until 1947 when the family relocated to Sterling,...
Evan Vasey
Nov 17, 2010
Evan Vasey, age 90 of Sebeka, Minnesota died at his home on Wednesday, November 17, 2010, surrounded by his family. Evan was born August 27, 1920, to William and Mary Vasey of Dickson City, Pennsylvania, where he was raised and completed school. He enlisted in the U. S. Marine Corps in 1942 and served his country during World War II...
Gale John Falk
Nov 10, 2010
Gale John Falk age 60 of Menahga, MN died Wednesday, November 10, 2010 at Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota. Gale was born to Eldo and Sally (Gullgren) Falk on February 17, 1950 in Alexandria, MN. He was raised and attended school in Alexandria graduating in 1968. Gale worked Heavy Equipment Construction for over twenty two years. He was a...
Linda Marie Hillig
Nov 6, 2010
Linda Marie Hillig age 53, of Nimrod, MN died Saturday, November 6, 2010 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. Linda was born to Ardon and Betty (Borslien) Koelln on June 23, 1957 in Minneapolis, MN. She was raised on the family farm in Dent, MN. Linda graduated from Perham High School in 1975 and continued her education...
Jessica Ann Alajoki
Nov 4, 2010
On November 4, 2010, God lovingly called Jessica Ann Alajoki to his side. He took with him her soul and left us with hearts filled with love and memories. Jessica was born on March 20, 2006 to Philip and Kari (Lake) Alajoki. She is survived by her parents, siblings Madison, Stuart, Joslyn, Thomas, Leo, Miles, and Myra, grandparents Ruben and...
Raphael C. Hepokoski
Nov 4, 2010
Raphael C. Hepokoski age 94, of Menahga, MN died Thursday, November 4, 2010 at Green Pine Acres Nursing Home in Menahga, MN. Raphael was born to Henry and Anna (Hoyhtya) Hepokoski on May 27, 1916 in Menahga, MN where he was raised with siblings Oscar, Henrietta and Victor. He attended school and graduated from Menahga High School with the class...
Arthur Blom
Oct 21, 2010
Arthur Blom age 89 of Sebeka, MN died Thursday, October 21, 2010 at the V.A. Hospital in St. Cloud, MN. Arthur Blom was born to Jacob and Anna (Ruokangas) Blom on December 19, 1920 in Sebeka, MN where he was raised and attended Sebeka Public School. On October 17, 1942 he enlisted in the Army, he served during World War...
Viola Mary Ollila
Sep 26, 2010
Viola Mary Ollila age 87 of Menahga, MN died Sunday, September 26, 2010 at Green Pine Acres Nursing Home in Menahga, attended by her daughter-in-law Joyce Ollila. Viola was born April 24, 1923, in Red Eye Township, near Sebeka, MN, daughter of Gust and Emma (nee Luukkonen) Heikkila. After attending Sebeka High School, she worked in Waukegan, Illinois, at Victoria...
Trevor Clifford Harvala
Sep 22, 2010
Trevor Clifford Harvala age 44, of Menahga, MN died Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at Innovis Health in Fargo, ND. Trevor was born to Arnold and Shirley (Salmela) Harvala on July 16, 1966 in Wadena, MN. He graduated in from Sebeka High School in 1984. He then attended Alexandria Technical Collage he completed the course in computer programming in 1986 and...
Lois Marie Koll
Sep 20, 2010
Lois Marie Koll age 81, of Sebeka, MN died Monday, September 20, 2010 at Tri-County Hospital in Wadena, MN. Lois was born to Ernest and Marie (Bickford) Olson on a farm in Lake Ida Township, Douglas County, near Garfield, MN. She attended Country School District 17 and graduated from Alexandria High School in 1946. She Graduated from St. Cloud State...
Milton Randolph Paurus
Sep 12, 2010
Milton Randolph Paurus age 81 of Staples, MN formerly of Sebeka, MN died Sunday, September 12, 2010 at Lakewood Health Systems in Staples where he had resided since 2005. Milton was born to Walter and Lydia (Raatikka) Paurus on July 20, 1929 in Otter Tail County, MN. He was a Sebeka High School graduate. Milton was united in marriage to...
Rita Louise Odland
Aug 25, 2010
Rita Louise Odland, age 77, long-time Menahga, MN resident, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 surrounded by her loving daughters. Rita was born January 8, 1933 to John and Mary (Courchane) Sangrey in Havre, Montana, the 4th born of 6 children. Rita grew up and attended school in White Sulfur Springs, MT graduating with the...
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