Obituaries

Local Obituaries Of Pine & Chisago County

Austin Daniel McNeally

Austin Daniel McNeally

Sep 2, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Austin Daniel McNeally as a result of an automobile fatality. Austin left us too soon on  September 2, 2026, at the age of 35. Born September 18, 1990, in Forest Lake, Minnesota.

Austin lived his life with a genuine heart and a hands-on spirit. He was happiest when he was...

Dorothy Ann Westermann

Dorothy Ann Westermann

Aug 27, 2026

Dorothy Ann (Plessel) Westermann passed away Thursday, August 27, 2026 at her home in Shoreview, Minnesota at the age of 84.

Dorothy Ann Plessel was born November 25, 1941, in Pine City to Joseph and Marie (Schmidt) Plessel. She graduated from Pine City High School in 1959, where she was active in the band, the 4-H Club, and helping on the...

Thomas "Tom" Terry Tyson

Thomas "Tom" Terry Tyson

Aug 25, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Tyson passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at his home in Albertville at the age of 77.

Thomas Terry Tyson was born August 15, 1949 to Robert Sr. and Shirley (Wood) Tyson in Plainview, Minnesota.

Tom, lovingly known as "Pops" and "Gramps," was a proud Vietnam Veteran and spent many years working in building maintenance. He was known...

Carolyn Emily Miller

Carolyn Emily Miller

Aug 25, 2026

Carolyn Emily Miller, age 85, passed away peacefully on August 25th, 2026 at Elderwood of Hinckley Assisted Living.

Carolyn Emily Steinbring was born August 29, 1940, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Arthur and Irene (Steinberg) Steinbring. She grew up between Isanti and Cambridge, graduating from Cambridge High School in 1958. Carolyn went on to attend the Lutheran Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing...

Anneliese Clements

Anneliese Clements

Aug 22, 2026

Anneliese "Ann" Clements of Rush City passed away on Saturday, August 22, 2026 peacefully at her home at the age of 79.

Funeral services for Ann will be at 4 PM on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 with a time for family and friends to gather one hour prior to the service all at the Olson Funeral Chapel in Rush City.

In lieu...

Brenda Marlene Lundblad

Brenda Marlene Lundblad

Aug 13, 2026

Brenda Marlene Lundblad of Rush City passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026 at the age of 73.

Brenda Marlene Barnes was born December 26, 1950 to Lewis and Mary (Lane) Barnes in Bethalto, Illinois.

Brenda worked at McDonald's and was the first female to close while working the night shift. She also worked as a candy striper at a nursing home...

Marjorie June Johnson

Marjorie June Johnson

Aug 2, 2026

Marjorie June "Marge" (Gilbertson) Johnson, age 85, passed away peacefully on August 2nd , 2026, at Timber Pines in Pine City, MN leaving behind a legacy of faith, creativity, and love for her family.

Born on February 11, 1941, in Ellsworth, Wisconsin to Freddie and Clara (Haberstich) Gilbertson, Marge spent most of her life in Pine City, Minnesota. She grew up...

Michael Patrick Sander

Michael Patrick Sander

Aug 1, 2026

Michael Sander passed away peacefully surrounded by the caring staff who had become family to him Saturday, August 1, 2026 at the age of 65.

In December of 1995, Michael moved into the Community Living Options (CLO). He was one of the first individuals to make CLO his home shortly after it opened. Over the years he became a beloved part...

Darlene Kay Biever

Darlene Kay Biever

Aug 1, 2026

Darlene returned to God in the early morning of August 1, 2026, by the side of her husband and best friend, Eugene Biever, in her sleep at their home. The last few years of her life she was closely attended to by her husband, daughter Laurie who moved in with them, nearby friends, a wonderful hospice team, and many visiting...

Roger Carl Anderson

Roger Carl Anderson

Jul 31, 2026

Roger Anderson was Born on June 29th 1974 in Durand, Wisconsin to Beverly Anderson (Dravis) and Sid Anderson.

Roger was a man of hard work, generosity, and endless warmth. Known for his open, un-judgmental nature, Roger loved to socialize and always put his family first. He was a deeply selfless brother, constantly stepping up to care for his siblings needs without...

Kevin Michael Luedtke

Kevin Michael Luedtke

Jul 31, 2026

Kevin Michael Luedtke of Pine City, age 58, passed away on July 31, 2026. He was born on July 24, 1968, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Richard and Carol (Diaz) Luedtke.

Kevin proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1986 to 1990. He carried the values of honor, courage, and commitment throughout his life, and his service remained a...

Phyllis Olson

Phyllis Olson

Jul 29, 2026

Phyllis Maxine (Haugen) Clendening Olson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Fosston, Minnesota November 30, 1947, Phyllis was the cherished daughter of Melvin and Bertina (Satran) Haugen. Phyllis was baptized and confirmed at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston, MN.

Phyllis is survived by...

Naomi Christopherson

Naomi Christopherson

Jul 28, 2026

Naomi Christopherson passed away Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at The Lodge in Pine City at the age of 88. She was born on September 3, 1937 to Lester and Mabel (VanHouten) Nelson in Millville, Minnesota.

On December 29, 1955 Naomi Nelson married Floyd Christopherson, and together they raised 6 children, she was also blessed with many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She was...

Donald Pearson

Donald Pearson

Jul 26, 2026

Donald J. Pearson, 77, of Braham, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at his home Sunday, July 26, 2026. Donald was born in Mora, Minnesota, to Gordon and Margaret Pearson. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, Donald built a career as a heavy equipment operator, where he was known for...

Kay Irene Mattson

Kay Irene Mattson

Jul 22, 2026

Kay Irene (Jenkins) Mattson, 73, passed away peacefully at her home in North Branch, Minnesota, on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born on August 2, 1952, in Moose Lake, Minnesota, Kay was the daughter of Raymond and Irene (Nyquist) Jenkins. She was raised on her family's farm in North...

Koleman John Lind

Koleman John Lind

Jul 20, 2026

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of Koleman John Lind on Monday, July 20th at the age of 24. Koleman was born and raised in Pine City, MN and made a huge impact on everyone who knew him.

 Koleman attended Pine City High School and graduated in 2020. While there, he had a very successful career with the Dragon boy’s...

Dennis Emery Errington

Dennis Emery Errington

Jul 17, 2026

Dennis Errington, age 78, of Rush City, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Born and raised on a dairy, corn, and hog farm on the Cannon River in Randolph, MN, Dennis lived a life defined by hard work, devotion, and deep pride in the people he loved. He was a godly man...

Marilyn Ann Fessenden

Marilyn Ann Fessenden

Jul 17, 2026

Marilyn Ann Fessenden of Rush City passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026 at the age of 75 after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s/dementia. She passed in her home surrounded by her family and beloved dog, Barney.

Born on February 11, 1951 in St. Paul to Robert Charles Carson and Ann Catherine (Danlake) Carson, Marilyn graduated from Ramsey High School in...

Constance Jo Ostlund

Constance Jo Ostlund

Jul 13, 2026

Connie Ostlund, formerly of Pine City, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026, at her home in Hugo, Minnesota. Constance Joan Samuelson was born December 10, 1947, to Clair and Joanne (Baker) Samuelson in Rush City, Minnesota.

Connie worked for Federal Cartridge for several years. She attended drafting school and later worked as a draftsman and engraver at 3M before starting her...

Nancy Carol Wheelock

Nancy Carol Wheelock

Jul 11, 2026

Memorial Service for Nancy Carol Wheelock, 81, of Pine City, will be 2pm Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses (6755 570th St, Pine City). Friends may gather one hour prior to the service. A luncheon will immediately follow the service at the Rock Creek Town Hall (7000 MN 70, Pine City).

Nancy died Saturday, July 11, 2026...