Emblom Brenny Funeral Service - Pierz Obituaries - Eulogy Assistant (2024)

Lucille Kelzenberg - October 22, 1927 - September 11, 2022

Departed: 09/11/2022 (Pierz)

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Gerald Kroll - September 01, 1957 - August 23, 2022

Departed: 08/23/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Gerald "Jerry" Kroll, 64 year old resident of Little Falls died Tuesday, August 23 at the St. Cloud Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 30 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, MN with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. A visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Tuesday at the church. Gerald Edward Kroll was born September 1, 1957 in Little Falls to the late Edward and Amelia "Milly" (Schroden) Kroll. Gerald was the oldest of eight children. He graduated from Pierz Healy High School with the class of 1975. Gerald served his Country in the United States Navy from July 1975 until his honorable discharge in July 1981. He served on the USS Whale submarine as a propulsion plant operator. After his honorable discharge, Gerald moved to Kermit, TX and worked on the oil rigs for a few years. He then returned home and attended Alexandria Vo-Tech and received his diploma in Heating, Air and Boiler Operator. He worked the following jobs: Central Minnesota Ethanol Coop as a boiler operator, Granite City Concrete and the Little Falls School District as an assistant head custodian where he retired from. During his retirement he went to work for his brother-in-law, John Trutwin in the upholstery repair business until his health issues prevented him from continuing to work. He enjoyed fishing, coin collecting, wildlife and was an avid Minnesota Twins Fan. Gerald enjoyed listening to his nieces and nephews sporting events on the radio.Left to cherish his memory are his siblings, Marilyn (Brian) Anderson of Osakis, Doris (John) Trutwin of Rice, Rose (Brad) Voigt of Pelican Rapids, Roger (Judy) Kroll of Pierz, Rita (Roger) Dullinger of St. Joseph, Allan (Kristie) Kroll of Pierz and Joyce (Tom) Leidenfrost of Pierz; 15 nieces and nephews; 11 great-nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; niece, Robyn Hoheisel and a nephew, Nick Kroll.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Gerald. 320-632-4393

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Lorraine Pohlkamp - October 09, 1924 - August 21, 2022

Departed: 08/21/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Lorraine M. Pohlkamp, 97 year old resident of Pierz, MN died Sunday, August 21 at the Pierz Villa Nursing Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 27 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, MN with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the church. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery.https://portal.memoryshare.com/services/view/lorraine-pohlkamp-8098971Lorraine Grittner was born on October 9, 1924 in Pierz Township, Morrison County to the late Frank and Martha (Meyer) Grittner. She attended school until the eighth grade in Buckman. She was united in marriage to Leonard Pohlkamp on April 3, 1948 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman. The couple lived all their married life in the Pierz area. Lorraine and Leonard where blessed with ten children, Mary Ann, J.R., John, Jerry, Marlys, Jeff, Diane, Ken, Denise and Mark and instilled in them the importance family and faith. Lorraine loved her family dearly and attending their many ball games over the years. She enjoyed being a home maker, gardening, cooking, flowers, canning, baking, sewing and playing, Bingo, Yahtzee and Dominos. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Mary Ann Fischer of Pierz, J.R. (Geri) Pohlkamp of Lastrup, John (Eileen) Pohlkamp of Pierz, Jerry (Judy) Pohlkamp of Sartell, Marlys (Tony) Kummet of Lastrup, Jeff (Linda) Pohlkamp of Lastrup, Diane Winter of Sartell, Ken Pohlkamp of Pierz, Denise (special friend, Ray) Zika of St. Cloud and Mark (Sheila) Pohlkamp of New Hope; 22 grandchildren, Jamie, Shawn, Bob, Julie, Jenni, Mike, Stacie, Jason, Johnny, Kayla, Robyn, Carrie, Suzy, Ang, Nicki, Amber, Greg, Tina, Shanna, Danielle, Zach and Devon; 43 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard Pohlkamp; son-in-law, Jerry Fischer; siblings, Christine Grittner, Leo Grittner, Evelyn Spence, Reinhard Grittner, Hank Grittner and Ed Grittner.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Lorraine. 320-632-4393.

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Lea Block - December 17, 1929 - August 21, 2022

Departed: 08/21/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Lea Marie Block, 92 year old resident of Pierz, MN died Sunday, August 21 at the Pierz Villa Nursing Home. A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, August 26 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Friday at the church. The Christian Mother's will pray the Rosary at 9:30 A.M. on Friday morning at the church.

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Margaret O'Neil - December 13, 1966 - August 20, 2022

Departed: 08/20/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Margaret "Margie" Anna O'Neil, 55-year-old resident of Waite Park, MN, formerly of Pierz, passed away unexpectedly from natural causes on Saturday, August 20th at her home. A visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 P.M. on Friday, August 26th at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz. Memorial Service Prayers will be at 7:00 P.M. with Deacon Craig Korver officiating. Internment will follow immediately at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Pierz. https://portal.memoryshare.com/services/view/margaret-oneil-8098970Margie was born the sixth of ten children on December 13, 1966 in St. Cloud to Joe and Pat (Goodridge) O'Neil. At only a few months old, she moved with her family from Rice to the farm located northeast of Pierz in Buh Township. She attended St. Joseph's Catholic School and Pierz Healy High School where she graduated in 1985. After high school, she attended St. Cloud AVTI where she received her Credit and Finance degree. She then went on to work at Woolworths, Fingerhut, and most recently Stearns Bank where she was for 25 years until her retirement on July 8th of this year. She was so excited to be retired and have the time to pursue her passion for photography. You did not get many pictures of Margie because she was always the one behind the camera. One item on Margie's bucket list was to go on an African Safari; she would not have used a gun, but would have shot something with her camera. She collected teddy bears and dolphins and also liked to cook and bake. We all loved the new dishes that Margie would bring to share at family gatherings. Requested often though, were her Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer, Strawberry Salad, and her Pumpkin Cheesecakes. Margie was very family-oriented and loved reminiscing about growing up on the farm. She never missed any family gathering or event. She loved her nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Her fun-loving, quiet, and kind demeanor led her to be a very special aunt to them all. She had special names for them and they affectionately called her "Marshmallow." She prided herself in attending every single one of her nieces' and nephews' graduation ceremonies to date.Margie is loved and will be dearly missed by her mom, Pat O'Neil of Pierz; siblings, Joe & Tammi O'Neil of Pierz, Tom & Brenda O'Neil of Royalton, Mary & Dan Henry of Sauk Rapids, Julie & Rick Heying of Royalton, Theresa & Greg Wiggers of Little Falls, John & Stacy O'Neil of St. Cloud, Tim & Wendy O'Neil of Pierz , Colleen & Dean Isder of Bowlus, and Patti & Todd Block of Pierz; 20 nieces and nephews, including her Godchild Sara Luberts of Pierz; 13 great-nieces and nephews, and many cousins. Meeting Margie at Heaven's gates were her dad, her maternal and paternal grandparents, and her Godparents Bill and Hildegarde O'Neil. Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Margie. 320-632-4393

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Janet Tretter - August 17, 1933 - July 07, 2022

Departed: 07/07/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Janet Tretter, 88 year old resident of Osseo, MN died Thursday, July 7 at the Pierz Villa Nursing Home . A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00-7:00 P.M. with a prayer service at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, July 11 at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz, MN.https://portal.memoryshare.com/services/view/janet-tretter-8100557Janet Ann Tretter was born on August 17, 1933 in Hillman, Minnesota to Frank and Anna (Boser) Tretter. She attended Little Falls Community Schools. After completing her schooling, she worked as a mail order filler for Sears & Roebuck on Lake Street in Minneapolis. She also worked for County Seat Stores warehouse in Brooklyn Park and Osseo Public Schools in Nutrition Services. Janet enjoyed playing bingo, shopping, playing cards, doing puzzles, drinking a good cup of coffee, watching the Wheel of Fortune and Big Joe's Polka show, going to the casino and spending time with her friends and family. She will be remembered for her wonderful German Potato Dumplings and making sure her guests never went home hungry.She will be forever remembered by her lifelong companion, Tom Bayer of Osseo, MN; children, Wade (Rosie Kowalzek) Bayer of Fort Ripley, MN, Wendy (Troy) Carlberg of East Bethel, MN; brothers, Ted Tretter of Fort Ripley, MN, Daryl (Bonnie Matlock) Tretter of Pierz, MN, Betty Waytashek of Pierz, Gloria Thomsen of Pierz, MN Caryl (Joe Hammell) McGuire of Baxter, MN: grandchildren, Jacob, Josey and Jesse Bayer, Laine and Jordan Carlberg and Cory and Kyle Kowalzek and many nieces, nephews and great and great-great, nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Anna Tretter; siblings, Elmer Tretter, Norman Tretter, Cleora Schmuck, Marvin Tretter, Donnie Tretter, Elaine Bayer and Sharon Tretter.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Janet. 320-632-4393

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Ralph Quade - September 06, 1931 - July 07, 2022

Departed: 07/07/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Ralph Quade, 90 year old resident of Pierz, MN, died Thursday, July 7 at St. Otto's Care Center in Little Falls. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 2 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, MN with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. A visitation will be held from 12:00-2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, August 2 at the Church in Pierz. Ralph Joseph Quade was born September 6, 1931 in Beach, North Dakota to the late John and Theresia (Kahl) Quade. The family lived in rural Montana until the family moved to Morrison County, when Ralph was five years old. He attended St. Michael's Catholic School in Buckman, MN, until the eighth grade. Ralph was united in marriage to Lyann Millner on September 1, 1954 at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Pierz, MN. The couple made their home and raised their family near Buckman on a beef cattle ranch. Ralph worked in road construction for over 40 years for the following companies: CL Stodalka, Minnesota Valley Paving, Hardrives, Bauerly Brothers and Knife River Construction. In his retirement years, Ralph enjoyed traveling, camping, fishing and spending time with his family. Left to cherish his memory are his children, Kathy (Rob) Randall of Ortonville, Dave (Joyce) Quade of Odessa, FL, Joan Quade (Joe Keute) of East Bethel, John (Deanna) Quade of Rice; brothers and sisters-in-laws, Corrine (Gerald) Meyer of Pierz, Marilyn Dorn of Pierz and Roger (Karen) Millner of Annandale, Betty (Al) Pekarek of Pierz, MN, Debbie Millner of Sartell, MN; 13 grandchildren, Jill (Ryan) Tenny, Ross (Abby) Randall, Matt (Christina) Quade, Kristin (Collin Pearson) Quade, Sara (Clayton Gaspers) Keute, Ben Keute, Jenny Keute, Randi (Derek) Roth, James Quade Jr., Grant Quade, Lily Quade, Ryan Quade and Brandon Quade; great-grandchildren, Audrey Randall, Stella Randall, Logan Quade, Parker Quade, Lennox Roth and Laurel Tenny; He was preceded in death by his wife, Lyann Quade; parents, John and Theresia Quade; son, Jim Quade; brother, Father Alvin Quade and brothers-in-laws, Marvin Dorn, Lee Millner and Fran Millner.The arrangements for Ralph are with Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz, MN.

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Ervin Marshik - September 03, 1934 - July 03, 2022

Departed: 07/03/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Ervin Marshik, 87 year old resident of Buckman, MN died Sunday, July 3, 2022 at his home in Buckman, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 7 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. A visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, July 6 and from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Thursday all visitation times will be held at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. The Knights of Columbus will pray at 7:00 P.M. on Wednesday evening at the church.https://portal.memoryshare.com/services/view/ervin-marshik-8101331Ervin Jerome Marshik was born September 3, 1934 in Pierz Township, Morrison County, Minnesota to the late Frank and Elizabeth (Huver) Marshik. He grew up and attended rural country school in Pierz Township, Morrison County, Minnesota. Ervin was united in marriage to Clarice VanderHeyden on July 22, 1961 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman, MN. The couple farmed in Pierz Township Morrison County, Minnesota for 40 years. They sold the farm to their son, Cory and moved into the city of Buckman. Throughout his life he worked for the following companies: Samson's Furniture and Nordic Track Skis (Redwood Industries) his true love was farming. Ervin enjoyed card playing, camping, smelting in Duluth, running the wood splitter and spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He was a member of St. Michael's Catholic Church, The Knights of Columbus and the Farmers Union. Ervin and Clarice were Fire Wardens for 35 years. He will forever be remembered by his loving wife, Clarice Marshik of Buckman, MN; children, Randy (Donna) Marshik of Flensburg, Andy (Maria) Marshik of Buckman, David (Tracy) Marshik of Big Lake, Keith of Pierz, Danny (Jenny) Marshik of Pierz, Cory (Jodi) Marshik of Pierz, Judy (John) Cielinski of Pierz, Janice (Judd) Hawes of Cold Spring, Diane (Brent) Young of Pierz; 29 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends. Ervin was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth Marshik; brother, Leo Marshik; sister, Cecilia Millner and a granddaughter, Tianna.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Ervin. 320-632-4393

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Alfred Loscheider - April 04, 1928 - July 02, 2022

Departed: 07/02/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Alfred "Al" Loscheider 94-year-old resident of Pierz passed away on July 2, 2022, at the St. Cloud Hospital. Mass of Christian burial will be Monday, July 11 at 10:30 AM at the Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding with Father Jose Chettuur officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to the hour of service at the church. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Pierz. Lunch will be served at Frosty's in Pierz. https://portal.memoryshare.com/services/view/alfred-loscheider-8100532 Al was born on April 4, 1928, in Buckman Township, MN to the late Mathew and Catherine (Ubel) Loscheider. He grew up in Buckman Township where he attended country school. He was united in marriage to Mary Jo Gottwalt on September 4, 1950 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz. The couple made their home 12 miles north of Pierz on a large dairy farm and raised chickens for Jack Frost. After leaving the farm, Al spent many years doing carpentry work and was instrumental in helping build Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding. He was an active member in the parish, serving as a Knights of Columbus member, Holy Name member and the parish handyman. He enjoyed traveling especially to Alaska, Northwest Territories, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, France and all over the US. Al enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing horseshoes and wood working and treasured his time spent with his children and grandchildren and great grandchildren. Al is survived by his children, Marilyn Powers of Plymouth, Ruth Ann Low of Grand Rapids, MI, Mike (Terri) of Waconia, Robert (Mary) of Sartell; siblings, Richard (Susan) Loscheider of New Brighton, Helen (Joe) Kroell of Royalton; brothers and sisters in law, Louis (Eileen) Gottwalt of Shoreview, Virginia Haines of Hudson, WI, Margaret Murphy of St. Cloud, Lynn (Richard) Sakry of Rice, Kathleen (Gerald) Weiss of San Antonio, TX, Lorene Loscheider, Bernice Loscheider, Mikki Gottwalt; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Al.

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Dennis Welle - March 15, 1957 - June 18, 2022

Departed: 06/18/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Dennis Welle, 65 year old resident of Pierz, MN died Saturday, June 18 at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls from complications from ALS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 24 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, MN. A visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service at the church. The burial will be held in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Pierz. Dennis was always thinking of others and was a donor to help others in need.https://portal.memoryshare.com/services/view/dennis-welle-8101660Dennis Welle was born on March 15, 1957, in Little Falls, MN to the late Alcuin "Al" and Leola (Janson) Welle. He grew up in Lastrup, MN and graduated from Pierz Healy High School with the class of 1975. Dennis was united in marriage to Linda Stangl on September 1, 1984 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz. The couple made their home for a brief time in both Rice and then St. Stephen,. They moved to Pierz in 1993 where they raised their two boys, Teddy and Kyle. Dennis worked for Crestliner Boats and DeZurik throughout his lifetime. He had a passion for cars and any form of racing. Dennis was passionate about Pierz Pioneer sports, the Minnesota Twins, the Minnesota Vikings, and the game of golf. He had a special place in his heart for his two grandchildren, Scarlett and Everett. Dennis will be remembered for his love of family and community. He was always willing to help out a neighbor either by removing snow, cutting the lawn, or donating several gallons of blood to the local Red Cross. Dennis was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, the Pierz Wrestling Club, and the Harding-Lastrup Sno-Dusters snowmobile club. Dennis was proud of his two boys and being from Lastrup, MN.Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Linda (Stangl) Welle of Pierz; children, Teddy (Ryan) Rose of Denver, CO, Kyle (Nicole) Welle of Buckman; grandchildren, Scarlett and Everett Welle; siblings, Patty (Dennis) Wacker, Mike (Annie) Welle, Louise Welle, all of Pierz and Diane (Troy) Johnson of Champlin; nieces, nephews and many friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, Alcuin and Leola Welle and father and mother-in-law, Ray and Alice Stangl.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Dennis. 320-632-4393

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Leo Marshik - July 27, 1930 - May 05, 2022

Departed: 05/05/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Leo L. Marshik, 91 year old resident of Pierz/Buckman area died Thursday, May 5 at the Harmony House in Pierz with his family members around him. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 13 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. A visitation will be held on Friday, May 13 from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service at the church. Leo was born on July 27, 1930 to Frank and Elizabeth (Huver) Marshik. He attended rural country school. He was united in marriage to JoAnn Przybilla on October 13, 1958 at St. Rita's Catholic Church in Hillman. The couple made their home on a farm near Buckman where they raised 6 children. They later divorced. Leo worked for Anderson Custom Processing in Little Falls for over 25 years. He was also a dairy farmer and worked with the Green Thumb project at the Healy High School as well as various other jobs throughout his life. Leo enjoyed cutting wood, driving tractor for field work, attending birthday parties and holiday gatherings with family. He especially loved visiting with people and attending activities at the school. Leo is survived by his children, Jim Marshik of Bismarck, ND, Darlene (John) Preimesberger of Pierz, Linda Marshik (Randy Rymer) of Anoka, Bob (Amy) Marshik of Pierz, Dennis Marshik of Foley, Lisa (Jason) Walcheski of Foley; brother, Ervin (Clarice) Marshik of Buckman; 10 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Elizabeth Marshik; infant daughter, Mary; sister, Cecelia (Richard) Millner and two great-grandchildren, Braden and Kaydins. Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Leo.

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Diane Brisk - August 28, 1942 - April 22, 2022

Departed: 04/22/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Diane Brisk, 79 year old resident of Harding, MN died Friday, April 22 at the Pierz Villa. A Mass of Christian Burial will Friday, April 29 at 10:30 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding. A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28 from 5:00-7:00 P.M. at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz and from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Friday, April 29 at the Church in Harding. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. Diane Darlene DeRosier, three pound preemie baby, was born on August 28, 1942 at 5:25 PM at St. Joseph's Hospital in Brainerd, MN. to the late George and Lillian (Magnan) DeRosier. She grew up south of Brainerd. Diane attended and graduated from Brainerd Washington High School with the class of 1960. She lived with her maternal grandparents, attended Brainerd Community College, and received her Associates of Arts Degree. She then moved to Minneapolis, where she worked as a secretary in Dry Cleaning Business. She was in a severe automobile accident and nearly died while making a return trip home. Diane DeRosier met the love of her life, Richard Brisk at the Falls Ballroom in Little Falls. The couple was united on June 12, 1965 at St. Mathias Catholic Church. The wedding was a double ring ceremony with her sister, Bonnie and Dave Roxberg, The couple made their home on the Brisk family farm in Pulaski Township for over 50 years. Diane was Ritchie's right hand person on the farm. She would disc the land, baled hay and even milked the cows. Diane was a meticulous bookkeeper and kept track of everything. She was a prolific quilter and enjoyed spoiling family and friends with her homemade cooking and baking. After the death of her beloved Ritchie, she embraced her new role as babysitting grandma. She was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding. Left to cherish her memory are her children, daughters, Karen Marie Brisk of Minneapolis, Connie Jean Brisk of Brainerd, Doris Ann (Chad Warnke) Brisk of Harding; siblings, Dale (Judy) DeRosier, Galen (Chris) DeRosier, Bonnie (Dave) Roxberg, Mike DeRosier, Irene Steltz, Jim (Sharon) DeRosier, Janet (Scott) Bowers and Pat (Marla) DeRosier; sister-in-law, Sharon DeRosier; grandchildren, Kassandra Bettie, Kameron Bettie and Rosabella Warnke; great-grandchildren, Kori Cepeda, Kameron Bettie, Jr; brother-in-law, Virgil (Babe) Brisk; sisters-in-law, Irene Brisk, Bertha Brisk and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lillian DeRosier; husband, Richard "Ritchie" Brisk on November 23, 2015; nephew, Terry Brisk; niece, Janel DeRosier and siblings, Gary and Leon DeRosier; brother-in-law, Chuck Steltz and sister-in-law, Barb DeRosier.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Diane. 320-632-4393.

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Lloyd Stachowski - April 13, 1932 - April 22, 2022

Departed: 04/22/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Lloyd A Stachowski passed away peacefully at the age of 90, on Friday April 22, 2022 at the St Cloud Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, April 28 at 11:00 A.M. at St Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. A visitation will be held from 9:00-11:00 A.M. at the church on Thursday. The military honors will be provided by the Pierz American Legion Post #341. Lloyd was born April 13, 1932 to Vincent and Mary (Litzau) Stachowski. He grew up in the Gilman area and graduated from Foley High School, class of 1949. He served in the US Army and Reserves and was honorably discharged in 1962. He was united in marriage with Marcene Sitzman on June 30, 1958 at St Michaels Catholic Church in Buckman, MN. They made a home in Minneapolis for a short time before moving to Babbitt, MN where Lloyd was a locomotive engineer and electrician for Reserve Mining & Cypress North Shore. He also sold and repaired snowmobiles out of his garage for many years. He trapped and delivered minnows to area resorts and was a Justice of the Peace. Upon his retirement in 1987 he and Marcene moved to Pierz. Lloyd was a member of the American Legion and Knights of Columbus.Lloyd enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing and coaching his sons in Little League. He was a lifelong Twins fan and was able to see spring training games while spending his winters in Cape Coral, FL. He was a patient and loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Papa Lloyd truly enjoyed every minute with the little ones. His favorite pastime was playing cards, be it Hand in Foot or Cribbage, he was always up for a game.Left to cherish his memory are his children: Sue (Duane) Paulsen of Clearwater, Dan (Cathy) Stachowski of Sartell, Brian Stachowski of Sauk Rapids, son-in-law Tom Riley of Pierz; brother, Leonard (Shirley) Stachowski, brothers-in-law; Tom (Christy) Sitzman and Red (Pam) Sitzman, sisters-in-law, Joanne Sitzman and Eunice Stachowski.Grandchildren; Chad Reichensperger of Embarrass, Heather (Dave) Marquart of Sartell, Clay Stachowski of St Stephen, Jeff (Tiffany) Riley of Pierz, Jennifer (Kenny) Pekarek of Buckman, Jessica Riley of St Cloud and Amy (Justin) Saul of Clear Lake.Great-grandchildren- Brayden Reichensperger, Kyla Reichensperger, Jacob Marquart, Isabelle Marquart, Coleman Pekarek, Olivia Pekarek, Kallynn Saul, Maverick Saul and Lily Riley.Lloyd was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 52 ½ years Marcene and daughter Judy Riley; brother, Robert; sisters, Delores Moulzolf, Helen Swanson and Arlene Foss; sister-in-law, Karen Hellie and brothers-in-law, Marvin Sitzman, Emil Moulzolf and John Hellie.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Lloyd. 320-632-4393.

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Elvira Stumpf - January 18, 1929 - April 16, 2022

Departed: 04/16/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Elvira Stumpf, 93-year-old resident of Pierz, MN died Saturday, April 16 at the Pierz Villa in Pierz, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 21 at 11:30 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, MN with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. The burial will be in the parish cemetery. A visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Thursday at the church. The Christian Mothers will pray the Rosary at 10:30 AM.

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Harvey Virnig - November 01, 1938 - April 13, 2022

Departed: 04/13/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Harvey S. Virnig, 83-year-old resident of Sartell, formerly of Pierz passed away April 13 at the Talahi Care Center in St. Cloud. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 20 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. A visitation will be held from 9:00-11 A.M. on Wednesday at the church.

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Thomas Rauch - December 14, 1960 - April 10, 2022

Departed: 04/10/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Thomas Lee Rauch, 61-year-old resident of Pierz passed away on April 10th at his residence. A Celebration of Thomas' life will be held from 3:00-7:00 P.M. on Friday, April 29 at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz. A prayer service will be held at 6:00 P.M. on Friday evening at the funeral home. Thomas had four children, Joshua and Maria Rauch of Little Falls, Daniel Rauch of Sioux Falls and Cory Rauch of Pierz. He was the grandfather of five girls, Olivia, Kristen and Elizabeth Rauch, Ivori Ramsdell and Eboni Keehr.Thomas was born on December 14, 1960 the first child to Roger Rauch and the late Patricia (Gammon) Rauch. Thomas was raised by his mother Patricia along with Roger and Judith Rauch in rural Pierz. Thomas spent much of his early life working with his family on their farm. He started turning wrenches as soon as he was big enough to hold tools in his hands and he spent many hours in his Uncle Johnny's garage right next door.For many years Thomas worked with his father farming and working in "Roger's Garage" and if you've driven to Pierz on Highway 27 you have likely seen the white, brick building with bright red letters. He continued to work in this garage on his own as a mechanic and auto body technician. His automotive talent and skills were something to be admired and he passed this on to all of his boys. Thomas ventured to Texas to work on oil rigs and wore many hats when working for CJR Inc. & Rammer Repair of Little Falls. He also worked at Woodline Saw Mill in Onamia and CarCo Automotive in Rice. He prided himself at being a person who could turn a rust bucket into a squealing hot rod.Thomas is survived by his father Roger (Judith) Rauch of Pierz; children, Joshua, Maria, Daniel and Cory Rauch; brother, Jerry (Beth) Rauch of Pierz; sisters, Brenda Marshik of Brainerd and RaeAnn (Dan) Hallberg of Rogers; grandchildren, Olivia, Kristen and Elizabeth Rauch, Ivori Ramsdell and Eboni Keehr; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents John (Regina) Rauch, Lee (Annette) Gammon and mother Patricia Rauch.

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Judith Stich - July 02, 1944 - March 30, 2022

Departed: 03/30/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Judith "Judy" A. Stich, 77-year-old resident of Pierz, MN died Wednesday, March 30 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Brainerd, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, April 5 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz, MN with Father Kenneth Popp officiating. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. A visitation will be held on Monday, April 4 from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and on Tuesday, April 5 from 8:30 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. all visitation times will be held at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz, MN. A Rosary will be said at 4:30 P.M. followed by Parish Prayers at 6:30 P.M. on Monday evening at the funeral home. Judith Chase was born on July 2, 1944 in Minneapolis, MN to the late Rudy and Margaret Chase. She attended school in South St. Paul, MN. During her family summer vacations to the Pierz area to visit family she met Richard Stich. On July 2, 1966 they were united in marriage. The couple resided in Spring Lake Park, MN for a few years. The couple moved to the Pierz area and took over the Stich family farm. She was a stay at home mom raising the couples five children, David, Dan, Diana, Doug and Dennis. Judy also worked at St. Otto's Care in Little Falls for 20 years in the environmental services department. She enjoyed shopping, gardening, canning, going out to eat and time spent with the grandchildren. She always made time to travel to watch various activities her grandchildren participated in. Left to cherish her memory are her children, David (Patty) Stich of Royalton, MN, Dan Stich of Pierz, MN, Diana (Derek) Meyer of Hibbing; Doug (Vicki) Stich of Pierz, MN, Dennis (April - Special Friend) Stich of Pierz; grandchildren, Emily, Megan, Ashley, Kayla, Troy, Samantha, Rachel, Carter, Sara, Sam, Terrance, Magnalina, Tiffany; great grandchildren, Hunter, and Otto; sister-in-law, Lois Stich of WI and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard Stich in 2007; siblings, Janet (Ray) McNamara, and Jack Chase; brothers and sister in laws, Martin (Lenora) Stich, Herbert Stich; Marcella (Aloysius) Schlichting and Mildred (Glen) Goodall. Casket Bearers will be Doug Stich, Troy Stich, Ashley Stich, Carter Stich, Emily Stich, Megan Stich and David Stich. Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Judith. 320-632-4393

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Ryan Hoppe - March 03, 1983 - March 29, 2022

Departed: 03/29/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Ryan J. Hoppe, 39-Year-old resident of Harding, MN died Tuesday, March 29 at the St. Cloud Hospital as the result of an ATV accident. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, April 9 at 12:00 P.M. at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding, MN. A visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. until the hour of the service at the church.Ryan John Hoppe was born on March 3, 1983 in Bloomington, MN to the late Archie John Hoppe and Alice Clara Revering. The family lived in the Bloomington, MN area for a short time. They moved to Harding, MN where Ryan attended and graduated from Pierz High School with the class of 2001. Ryan worked for various companies as a truck driver. Ryan enjoyed four wheeling, snowmobiling, fixing, and tinkering with different things and hanging out with friends. He will be remembered as a fun-loving guy, a golden Heart, a hammerhead outlaw, one of the last ones and not a care in the world.Left to cherish his memory are his siblings, Joseph Hoppe of Harding, and Angie (Jason) Skiba of Hillman; niece and nephews, Allison Skiba, Roman Skiba and John Hoppe.He was preceded in death by his parents, Archie John and Alice Clara Hoppe.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Ryan. 320-632-4393.

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Allan Langner - March 02, 1954 - March 22, 2022

Departed: 03/22/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Allan Langner, 68 year old resident of Foreston, MN died Tuesday, March 22 at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls. A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 26 12:00 P.M. at Faith Community Church in Pierz, MN. A visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the church. Allan Joseph Langner was born on March 2, 1954 in Little Falls, MN to John and Mary (Woltman) Langner. He attended School in Little Falls and graduated with the class of 1973. He was united in marriage to Julie Ann Kieffer on March 1, 1991 in Watertown, South Dakota and the couple was blessed with their two children Sean and Janae. The couple later divorced in 2007. Allan worked as a welder most of his life at various businesses. He also worked for a short time as a doorman in New York. He was united in marriage to Elizabeth Persaud and they were blessed with a daughter, Elise who was born in 1975.He enjoyed fishing, hunting, building things, farming, gardening, horseback riding, snowmobiling, nature watching and was active with churches. He was always humorous, he enjoyed cooking, garage saling and antiquing. Left to cherish his memory are his children Sean Langner, Janae Langner and Elise Langner; grandchildren, Dawson and Nina; mother, Mary Tanner; siblings, Terry Tanner, Gloria Langner, Doreen (Bert) Hanson, Heddie (Don) Wolbeck, Tom (Traci) Langner, Veronica Langner, Sharon Schneider, Linette Thesing, Janene (Les) Bell, Mike (Kerry) Tanner; many nieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in death by his father, John Langner; step-father, Vern Tanner; brothers, John, David and Jeff; sisters, Mary and Denise; grandparents, John and Anna Woltman and Julius and Hedwig Langner.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Allan. 320-632-4393.

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Harlan Moser - July 08, 1931 - March 16, 2022

Departed: 03/16/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Harlan Moser, 90-year-old resident of Pierz died Wednesday, March 16 at his home in Pierz. A Grave Side Service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, March 22 at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery north of Little Falls. A visitation will be held from 5-8 PM on Monday, March 21 and from 11:30-12:30 P.M. on Tuesday, March 22 all visitation times will be held at the Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz.Harlan Joseph Moser was born on July 8, 1931 in Platte Township, Morrison County, Minnesota to the late Andrew and Helen (Litke) Moser. He grew up in Platte Township and attended rural country school. Harlan served his Country in the United States Navy from January 15, 1952 until his honorable discharge on January 12, 1956. He served on the USS Dashiell with his brother, Leroy during the Korean conflict. He returned to Morrison County where he farmed in Platte Township. Harlan was united in marriage to Virginia Stegora on May 6, 1957 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding, MN. The couple were blessed with four children, Larry, Rick, Dan and Gloria. The couple made their home in Platte Township and later divorced. Harlan worked for Crestliner Boats and was a telephone line repair man. He enjoyed coyote hunting, going to the local sales barn for pie and going to the old Shady Brook. Left to cherish his memory are his boys, Larry (Pamela) Moser of Coon Rapids, Rick Moser of Brainerd, Dan (Pamela) Moser of Pierz; siblings, Andrew Moser, Darrell Moser, Gary (Jackie) Moser all of Brainerd and Shirley (Danny) Andrea of Pierz; grandchildren, Mindy Serocki, Samantha Moser, Jessica Kurtz, Nicholas Moser, Corey Moser, Jason Kurtz, Bauer Ludgate, Austin Moser and Beau Moser; eight great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and one on the way.He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Gloria Ludgate in March 2009; brothers, Norman Moser, Gene Moser and Leroy Moser.The family of Harlan would like to thank you for the visits, phone call, cards and friendships. No thank you cards will be sent.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Harlan.

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Jeanette Janson - January 08, 1927 - February 20, 2022

Departed: 02/20/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Jeanette Janson, 95 year old resident of Buckman, MN died Sunday, February 20 at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, February 25 at 11:00 A.M at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman, MN. A visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 P.M. on Thursday, February 24 and from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Friday at the church. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. Jeanette Dorothy Marshik was born on January 8, 1927 to Herman and Dora (Boisvert) Marshik at St. Mary's Hospital in Minneapolis. Jeanette grew up on the family farm east of Buckman and was the eldest of five siblings. She graduated from St. Francis High School in Little Falls and with her parent's belief in the importance of education, she continued Teacher Training School for one year and later on received her four year degree at St. Cloud State. A profession that would last 42 years. The "teacher" in Jeanette carried into her retirement years, as she enjoyed writing many notes, cards and letters to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She never missed a birthday or holiday, and her cursive handwriting was very distinguished as it's becoming a lost art. Jeanette married the love of her life, Reinhard "Reine" Janson on June 26, 1948 upon his return from serving in the United States Army. The couple settled on the family farm one mile west of Buckman and were blessed with five sons; Kenny, Gary, Galen, Roger and David. Jeanette enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, listening to country music, and trips to the casino. One of her favorite daily activities was talking on the phone, whether it was just a "quick hello" or a deep conversation, she always made time to talk to you. Jeanette was always caring and compassionate for others and always made sure nobody left hungry. Her joy, kindness, and warm loving heart will be greatly missed. Jeanette is survived by her sons, Kenny (Diana) Janson of Hendersonville, TN, Gary (Nancy) Janson of St. Cloud, Galen (Anne) Janson of Pierz, Roger (Janice) Janson of Pierz, David (Deb) Janson of Champaign, IL; sisters, Elaine Feichtinger of Willmar, Betty Jane Marciniak of Coon Rapids; sisters-in-law, Mary Jane Marshik, Margie Marshik; 17 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her husband Reinhard; parents, Herman and Dora Marshik; brothers, Alvin Marshik, Donald Marshik; brothers-in-law, Bernie Marciniak, Bob Feichtinger and niece Mary Tucker.Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Jeanette. 320-632-4393.

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Kathleen Voegtle - August 03, 1931 - January 23, 2022

Departed: 01/23/2022 (Pierz)

Obituary Preview: Kathleen Mary Voegtle (Kay), 90 year-old resident of Pierz, MN died Sunday, January 23 at Horizon Health in Pierz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 29 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz. A visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 P.M. on Friday, January 28 at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service and from 9:30 A.M. until the hour of the service on Saturday at the church. The burial will be held at the parish cemetery. A parish prayer will be said at 6:00 P.M. on Friday.To order flowers for Kay: Please call Pierz Floral @ 320-468-2547Kay was born Kathleen Mary Charlton on August 3, 1931 in Oak Park, IL to the late John Thomas Charlton and Catherine Ellen Gallagher. Kay attended grammar school at Sacred Heart Catholic in Lombard, IL. She graduated from Immaculate Conception Catholic High School in Elmhurst, IL. She met the love of her life, Bernie Voegtle and Kay and Bernie were united in marriage on May 5, 1951 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Lombard, IL. The couple lived in Elmhurst, IL, Roselle, IL, Lombard, IL, Park Rapids, MN and most recently in Pierz, MN. Kay worked at the following jobs throughout her life: Fannie May Candy in Illinois and as a Paraprofessional in Special Education in Park Rapids, MN. In 1995, Kay received the Distinguished Alumnus award from National Catholic Education Association from Sacred Heart Catholic School in Lombard, IL for her outstanding personal and professional achievements. Kay said, "Sacred Heart School prepared me for the responsibilities of adult life by teaching me to put my faith into action, taking the lessons I learned and making them a part of everyday life." Kay's relationship with her Lord was important. Receiving Him in the Eucharist was her spiritual nourishment. It is what guided her daily life and was the bedrock of the love she shared with others. Kay's faith and family were especially important to her. She treasured her time raising her nine children. She also enjoyed raising Golden Retriever dogs, knitting and quilting. Her time spent with family held a special place in her heart especially with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was an active participant with Special Olympics in Park Rapids and the Grandparent's Program at Holy Trinity School in Pierz. Kay was an active member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Pierz. She will be remembered for her warm smile and gentle heart!Left to cherish her memory are her children: Bernie (Lora Lee) Voegtle of Superior, WI, Kate (Jim) Dottenwhy of Browerville, MN, Dolly (Bruce) Burlage of Lombard, IL, Timothy Voegtle and (special friend, Jill Darrah) of Des Moines, IA, Mary (Bill) Bibby of Florence, WI, Annette Cozzi of St. Charles, IL, Jeanne (Robert) Gimenez of New Milford, CT, Christine Nelson of Pierz, MN and Eileen Voegtle of Pierz, MN and all of her 31 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great-grandchildren; brothers-in-law, Al Talkington of Michigan City, IN and Joseph Zielonski of Lake-in-the-Hills, IL.She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Catherine Charlton; husband, Bernie Voegtle, Jr., son, Daniel Joseph Voegtle; four angel grandchildren, Jessica and Jennifer Nelson, Morgan Burlage, Finley Michael Gibson; and sisters, Mary Eileen Talkington and Colleen Zielonski.Kay's faith, joyous spirit and smile continue to live on through her children and their children.The family request those attending the visitation to please wear a mask. A mask will be required at the church for the Visitation and Mass.Emblom Brenny Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Kathleen. 320-632-4393.

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Edward Kroll - September 14, 1927 - December 21, 2021

Departed: 12/21/2021 (Pierz)

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Karen Brausen - November 23, 1968 - December 14, 2021

Departed: 12/14/2021 (Pierz)

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Dorothy Baron - October 21, 1925 - December 09, 2021

Departed: 12/09/2021 (Pierz)

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