Obituaries

Genevieve A. “Gen” Kuhlmann-Gay, age 79 of Grey Eagle, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 16, 2025 at CentraCare Care Center in Long Prairie, Minnesota. Per Gen’s request, no services will be held. Genevieve Ann Paavola was born April 24, 1945 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Arvid and Mary Paavola. She is survived by her loving family and friends. … [Read more...] about Genevieve “Gen” Kuhlmann-Gay

Mary E. Birchem, 80 year old resident of Little Falls, MN, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, at St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls. Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, February 20, 2025, at St. Otto’s Care Center at 10:30 A.M., with Father Ben Kociemba officiating. Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 A.M., at St. Otto’s Care Center in Little Falls, on Thursday. … [Read more...] about Mary E. Birchem

Roger Halverson of Burtrum, MN went to his heavenly home on January 24, 2025 at the age of 97. Roger was born to Franklin and Ethel Halverson on August 14, 1927. He was born and raised in Brooten, and later went on to proudly serve in the US Navy and later, as a police officer in Crystal, MN where he ultimately retired. Roger was an avid sports fan and full of many incredible … [Read more...] about Roger Halverson

Joyce M. Budde, age 66 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Cura Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 21 at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Avon with Rev. Edward Vebelun, O.S.B. officiating. Entombment will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be … [Read more...] about Joyce M. Budde