Obituaries

Lois R. Maas, age 71 of Sauk Centre, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at the CentraCare Hospital in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. A celebration of life will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 13 at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Sauk Centre. Inurnment will be held privately at a later date. Lois Ruth Brown was born May 24, 1954 in Minneapolis, … [Read more...] about Lois R. Maas

Terrance “Terry” Harold Pflipsen, age 76, of Avon, Minnesota, passed away on August 10th, 2025, at the St. Cloud Hospital. Terry was born on November 7th, 1948, in St. Cloud, MN to Harold and Alice (Smith) Pflipsen. From an early age, he was known for his strong work ethic, generous spirit, and love for the outdoors. He grew up in Avon and built his life there. He married … [Read more...] about Terrance Harold Pflipsen

Thomas “Tom” Lee DeFrance, 71 year old of rural Burtrum, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at his home. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. John’s Baptist Catholic Church in Swanville on Friday, August 29, 2025, at 11:00 AM. Visitation will take place at the church one hour before the service. A Rosary will be prayed at 9:45 AM that morning at the church. … [Read more...] about Thomas Lee DeFrance

Jerome ‘Jerry’ Kenneth Baxter, age 79, of St. Cloud, formerly Grey Eagle and Long Prairie, MN, passed away on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. He blessed our lives as a loving stepfather, father-in-law, grandfather, and friend, leaving behind cherished memories and lasting love. Jerry was born on April 30, 1946, in Long Prairie, MN. He married the love of his life, Karen Baxter … [Read more...] about Jerome Kenneth Baxter

Mildred E. “Milly” Blank, age 97 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Cura Care Center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, August 28 at First Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Michael Carlson and Rev. Rebecca Thomas officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood … [Read more...] about Mildred E. “Milly” Blank