Obituaries
JoAnn R. Clay
Jan 18, 2026
JoAnn Ruth (LaFrenz) Clay of Osakis, MN, passed away on Sunday, January 18th, 2026, surrounded by her loving daughters at Galeon in Osakis, MN. She was born on July 2, 1941, in Elton, SD to Raymond and Olga LaFrenz. JoAnn was the oldest of five. JoAnn graduated from Osakis High School with the Class of 1959.
Funeral for JoAnn will be...
Ina Marlene Larson
Jan 15, 2026
Ina M. Larson, 90 of Alexandria, formerly of Osakis, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Elim Lutheran Church in Osakis beginning at 11:00 AM. A public visitation will take place from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Roy-Hetland Funeral Home in Osakis, as...
Gladys Otilia Leckband
Dec 30, 2025
Gladys Otilia Leckband, left this world peacefully on December 30, 2025, at the age of 93 under the care of Edgewood Health Care in Alexandria. Gladys was born on November 4, 1932, in Askov, Minnesota, where she graduated as Valedictorian from Askov High School in 1950. She further her education at the University of Minnesota in the Industrial Relations program...
Beverly Ann Schultz
Dec 22, 2025
Beverly Ann Schultz, born on April 27, 1935, in Alexandria, MN, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025. Beverly led a life characterized by her unwavering commitment to her family, community, and faith.
For over 60 years, Beverly embraced her role as a farmer's wife, diligently managing both household chores and actively contributing to the farm. Her dedication extended beyond the...
Lloyd Albert Schmidt
Dec 13, 2025
Lloyd Schmidt passed away on December 13, 2025, at the age of 84. Born September 1941 to Ervin and Dorothy (Fritz) Schmidt in Des Moines, Iowa, he was the eldest of 9 children. Lloyd survived thoracic polio and conquered his paralysis by the time he graduated from St. Cloud Cathedral High School in 1959. He joined the army for three...
Tanya Marie Willard
Dec 8, 2025
Tanya Marie (Ruff) Willard passed away on December 8, 2025 after a courageous three-year battle with cancer.
Tanya was born on October 14, 1959 in Minneapolis, MN to Jack and Nellie (Moriak) Ruff. She enjoyed playing the flute in high school as well as her job in the boys clothing department at the Montgomery Ward department store. In 1977 she graduated...
Ruth Verena Hinnenkamp
Dec 6, 2025
Ruth Verena Hinnenkamp was born on January 5, 1934, in Sauk Centre, Minnesota the daughter of Jake and Olivia (Otte) Moser. She attended grade school in Sauk Centre and graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 1952. In 1952 she worked as a nurses aide at the hospital in Sauk Centre.
Ruth was united in marriage to James “Jim” Hinnenkamp on...
Brady Allen
Nov 23, 2025
Brady Allen was born on March 7, 1953, in St. Paul, Minnesota. He left this world on November 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family, a testament to the deep connections he fostered throughout his life.
Brady began his career as a chef, showcasing his culinary talents and passion for food. With time, he transitioned into the landscaping business, where he...
Dallas H. Triebenbach
Nov 12, 2025
Dallas Henry Triebenbach, a beloved member of the Osakis community, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on May 16, 1938, in Long Prairie, MN, Dallas dedicated both his life and career to service, family, and his passions.
Dallas's professional journey was defined by his long-standing commitment to others. For over 20 years, he served...
Terry Michael Nelson
Nov 11, 2025
Terry Michael Nelson, born on March 15, 1947, in Alexandria, Minnesota, passed away on November 11, 2025, at the age of 78. A devoted family man and cherished friend, Terry's memory will live on through the countless lives he touched.
Terry began his life of service with a brief tenure in the United States Navy, after which he dedicated himself to...
John M. Wysoski
Nov 9, 2025
John (Jack) Wysoski was born on October 3, 1929 in Grafton, ND to John and Amelia (Lizakowski) Wysoski. He grew up in Warsaw, ND and graduated from high school in Minto ND 1948. After high school he went into the Navy as an Aviation Ordnance (AO) man and made the rank of AO2. After the service he went to North...
Paul David Wruck
Oct 27, 2025
Paul David Wruck passed away on Monday, October 27th, 2025, in Osakis, MN at the young age of 46. A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, November 3rd, 2025, at Osakis Lutheran Church with visitation two hours prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at Gordon Pleasant Hill Cemetery immediately following the service.
In...
Joanne K. Thompson
Sep 25, 2025
Joanne “Jo” Thompson passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, at the Galeon Care Center in Osakis, MN at the age of 84 years old. Jo was born in Columbia Heights Minnesota to Brunis and Marcella Miskowic in 1941.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald Thompson; brothers David, Richard, Jerry; sisters Arlene, Marilyn, Diane. She is...
Michael "Adrian" Adensam
Sep 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Lawrence Adensam, known to many as Adrian, who left us on September 2, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on March 22, 1957, the son of Nicholas Sr. and Dorothy (Bodanski), in Alexandria, MN. Mike spent his life in the Carlos area, where he was a cherished...
Elizabeth "Betty" Ann Sopcyk
Aug 23, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Sopcyk, age 82, of Osakis, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 23, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Betty was born on July 19, 1943, in Osakis, Minnesota to Merlund “Bud” and Stella (Ferrian) Brees. She grew up in Osakis and graduated from Osakis High School. Following graduation, she attended Pearl Lowman Beauty School and worked as...
Joan Arlene Olson
Aug 21, 2025
Joan "Joanie" Arlene Olson 86, of Osakis, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025, surrounded by her children and family.
Joan was born August 14, 1939, in Cold Spring, Wisconsin to Earl & Jane (Monahan) Findlay. In 1967, she married Gerald "Jerry " Olson and they made a life together in Osakis, where they raised their three children together and...
Madlyn Mae Manders
Jul 24, 2025
Madlyn Mae (Wendorf) Manders passed away on Thursday, July 24th, 2025, at Galeon Senior Living in Osakis, Minnesota at the age of 97. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 1st, 2025, at Osakis Lutheran Church with visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial will be at Lakeside Cemetery in Osakis, Minnesota immediately following...
Kathleen J. Hetland
Jul 11, 2025
Kathleen J. (Collins) Hetland passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, July 11, 2025, at her home in AZ.
Kathleen June Collins was the second daughter born to Mike and Marie (Brouns) Collins. She arrived on a hot August 9, 1930, in rural Osakis, MN and grew up on the family farm in Belle River Township, Douglas Co....
Erma H. Ahrens
Jul 3, 2025
Erma H. Ahrens, a beloved figure in her community, passed away on July 3, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on July 21, 1932, in Sauk Centre, MN, she spent her early years on a family farm in Wards Springs, where her strong work ethic began to take shape. Erma graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 1951, a...
David Eugene Serger
Jun 30, 2025
David Eugene Serger, 84, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025 at the Galeon Senior Living Facility in Osakis, MN.
David was born on March 5, 1941 at his grandpa Serger’s Farm near Watkins, MN. He was baptized on March 23, 1941, at St. Anne Catholic Church in Kimball, MN. His Godparents were Rosella and Mike Serger. The family moved to Osakis...
