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04/12/2026

George Eugene Ziegler

George Eugene Ziegler, 94 year old resident of Burtrum, passed away on Friday, April 10th, 2026, at Highland Senior Living in Little Falls. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15th, at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls with Chaplain Gregg Valentine officiating. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service at the funeral home. A private family burial will take place at a later date.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of George.

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04/11/2026

Timothy "Tim" Brummer

Timothy "Tim" Brummer, 62 year old resident of Little Falls, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 10 in Spooner, WI. The arrangements for Tim are pending. A full notice will follow.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Tim.

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04/11/2026

Abigail Marie Steiner

Abigail Marie Steiner, 24-year-old resident of Foley, unexpectedly passed away on April 7th, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 17th, at Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Gilman. A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th, at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Little Falls and again at 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service on Friday, April 17th, at Saint Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Gilman. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Abigail was born on June 27, 2001, to loving parents, Kristina Steiner (Fisher) and Michael Steiner, in St Cloud. From an early age she displayed an incredible talent for art. She would paint and draw for hours on end, perfecting characters from anime and cartoons. She was dedicated to perfection, and if one detail was not to her liking, Abigail would scrap the project and start anew. Abigail graduated from Foley High School in 2019 and pursued her passion for art as a tattoo artist. Her journey progressed from starting out tattooing in her family's home to completing her apprenticeship at a tattoo shop prior to opening her own business, Stein Ink, in July of 2025. Abigail, ever the artist, would even design her own logos, which captured her unique personality and style. As her skills improved, her detail-oriented personality enabled her to treat each tattoo with care and precision.

Abigail not only cared for others in her tattoo studio, but she also dedicated herself to serving in the Air Force Reserve 934th Airlift Wing. After graduating from basic training in 2020, she rose to the rank of E-5 Staff Sergeant and worked as an aerospace medic within her battalion. Abigail enjoyed her time caring for fellow service men and women during her time at the VA in Minneapolis. Her compassion and loyalty will be remembered by all with whom she served.

In her free time, Abigail enjoyed thrifting and playing video games. She collected vintage arcade games and Funko Pop figurines. She was also an avid outdoorswoman and enjoyed spending many adventurous days hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and riding side-by-sides. Abigail created beauty wherever she went. Abigail was a kind, loving, and creative soul who created beautiful and lasting marks on people's lives in many ways.

Left to cherish her memory are her parents, Kristina and Michael Steiner; sister, Amanda Steiner; and future brother-in-law, Joseph Braiedy.

Abigail is preceded in death by her grandma, Carol Fisher; grandfather, Mitchell Steiner; and great-grandfather Earle Fisher Sr.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Abigail.

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04/09/2026

Rose Hoffman

Rose Hoffman, Age 89, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at her home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 17th at 11:00 AM at Holy Cross Church in Harding. A visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday, April 16th at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz and from 9:30 A.M. until the service on Friday at the church. A Rosary Sodality will be said on Thursday at 4:30 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Pine Tree Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to Pine Tree Cemetery: 25466 Hawthorn Rd. Pierz, MN 56364.

Rose Magdalen Wacker was born on October 3rd, 1936 near Morrill, Minnesota. The oldest child of Matthew and Marie Wacker. At the age of two years, the family moved to Hannah Lake where they raised their 12 children. She married Duane Hoffman on October 15, 1956 and moved to the house near Platte Lake where she lived for the rest of her life.

Rose is Survived by her children, Kathy Hoffman Tax of Pierz, Greg (Violet) Hoffman of Fort Ripley, Kim (Ken) Clairmont of Rogers, Gary (Jackie) Hoffman of Hillman, Rob (Bernie) Hoffman of Harding; 11 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; siblings, Bernice Banick of Pierz, James (Brenda) Wacker of Brainerd, JoAnn (Duane) Boser of Hillman, Dennis (Patty) Wacker of Pierz and many nieces, nephews and friends.

She is preceded by her parents, Mathew and Marie Wacker; her husband, Duane Hoffman; siblings, Roman Wacker, Alice Stauffeneker, Leonard Wacker, Delores Meyer, Kenneth Wacker, Joseph Wacker and Brian Wacker; and son-in-law, Bob Tax.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Rose

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04/07/2026

Valerie Mae Thomas

Valerie Thomas passed away at St. Joseph's Medical Center in Brainerd, MN, on April 6th, 2026, at the age of 67. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 11th at Emblom-Brenny Funeral Chapel in Little Falls, MN, with Father Maciej officiating. A visitation will be held from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, April 10th, and again from 10:00 am until the hour of service on Saturday, April 11th, at the Emblom-Brenny Funeral Chapel.

Valerie Thomas was born in Little Falls, MN to Maurice and Theresia Becker. She was the third eldest of eight children. She grew up northeast of Lastrup on the family farm. After graduating from high school, Valerie moved to Brainerd and began dating Marvin Thomas. Soon after, they married on July 23rd, 1977. The couple settled north of Pierz on a small family farm turned into MarVal Ranch in 2000. Her home meant the world to her. In 1978, they welcomed their son Charles, and in 1980, their daughter Stacy. They were her pride and joy. Her heart opened even larger when her grandchildren were born in 2004 and 2013.

She worked many years at the Larson/Glastron factory. After she was cut due to a large layoff, she began work at the Mille Lacs Reservation Government building, where she worked up to her death. Over the years, she also helped manage Thomas Welding & Machine since its inception in 1982, with her husband, Marvin. Her work didn't just stop with employment, she earned her Bachelor's degree in Business in 1996 and was often busy with the many hats it takes to help run a farm/ranch as well. She worked very hard toward her goals, always.

Valerie will be remembered most for her unwavering dedication to her family. She was the heart of her home-someone who showed her love not just in words, but through constant care, sacrifice, and presence. If someone she loved needed her, she was there without hesitation. Her strength and quiet determination defined her. Valerie was a caregiver in every sense of the word. She was a steady source of comfort and strength to her family, especially in times of illness, loss, and hardship. She showed up in the happiest of life's moments but also in the most difficult moments without question, offering support, compassion, and love when it was needed most.

Valerie had a remarkable talent for creating and fixing things with her hands. As a skilled seamstress, she made clothes, blankets, and repaired countless items for her family over the years. In the past two decades, she discovered a passion for carpentry, taking pride in building and improving her surroundings. She especially cherished her workshop-the shed she had always dreamed of-and the work she poured into remodeling her home.

Valerie is survived by her husband, Marvin of Pierz; her children, Charles (Katie Kimball) Thomas of Leola, SD and Stacy Thomas; her grandchildren, Thomas Herold and Brandt Thomas, and step-grandchildren Jace and Kailyn Kimball; siblings, Rodney (Colleen) Becker of St. Paul, Marilyn (Alvin) Boser of Pierz, Karen (Terry) Froelich of Pierz, Maureen (Joe) Heisick of Pillager, Brian (Kelly) Becker of Pierz, sister-in-laws, Bonnie Becker of Little Falls and Luann Becker of Buckman, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Maurice and Theresia Becker, brothers Jeff and Gary Becker, son-in-laws, David Herold and Gary Funk, and nephews Jason Becker, Mark Becker, Michael Becker, and niece Angela Becker.

Valerie's legacy lives on in the hands she helped, the lives she supported, and the love she gave so freely. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

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04/06/2026

Marvin "Marv" Allerman

Marvin "Marv" Robert Allerman, Jr. of the Little Falls community, passed away on April 4, 2026, at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Silver Bay, MN, at the age of 83. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. at Holy Family Catholic Church in Belle Prairie, MN. Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 12, from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. and again on Monday from 9:30 A.M. until the time of service at the church. Following the Mass, burial will be conducted at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, located north of Little Falls, at 2:00 P.M. on April 13, with military honors provided by the Little Falls American Legion Post #46 and the 40 & 8. Knights of Columbus prayers at 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 12th at the church.

Born on May 12, 1942, at St. Gabriel’s Hospital in Little Falls, he was the son of the late Marvin and Veronica (Theis) Allerman. Marv grew up in Little Falls surrounded by his siblings, LaVerne, Edward, Art, John, and Nancy. He attended and graduated from Little Falls Community Schools before proudly serving his country in the United States Army from March 18, 1964, until his honorable discharge on August 15, 1965. Marv alongside his twin brother, John served a tour in Vietnam. Upon his return to Little Falls, Marv worked at National Bushing Auto Parts, Monahan Motor Service and participated in the family tradition of selling Christmas trees, where he became a beloved figure to local children who delighted in visiting for trees and candy cane treats. Throughout his life, Marv was an active member of his community, participating in softball, horseshoe, and bowling leagues with friends. He was a long-standing member of the Little Falls American Legion Post #46 and the 40 & 8, dedicating time to honor veterans by placing flags on their graves each Memorial Day and helping with “Wreaths for the Fallen” at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery during the Christmas season. His passions included fishing, deer hunting, bird hunting, and time spent at the Pinnacle Hunting Club. Marv especially cherished family gatherings at the lake, and moments spent with his nieces and nephews. He enjoyed watching the Minnesota Twins and Vikings.

Left to cherish Marv’s memory are his sister, Nancy (Ralph) Anderson, brother-in-law, Jim Fogelberg, nieces and nephews: Jon Fogelberg, Jerry Fogelberg, Mike Fogelberg, Lisa Kliber, Stacey Karkkainen, Todd Anderson, Mike Anderson, and Diane Banville; as well as great-niece, Ashley Hubbard and great-nephew, Jason Pierzina.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, LaVerne Fogelberg, Edward Allerman, Art Allerman, (twin) John Allerman, and nephew, Daniel Allerman.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is entrusted with cherishing the memory and celebrating the life of Marvin Robert Allerman.

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04/05/2026

Joseph Lanners

Joseph “Joe” Lanners, a 92-year-old resident of Buckman, Minnesota passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 at St. Gabriel's Hospital in Little Falls. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, April 10 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman, Minnesota with Father Aaron Nett and Father Kenneth Popp concelebrating. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 9 at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz and from 9:30-11:00 A.M. on Friday, April 10 at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Buckman. The Pierz American Legion will provide military honors. The Christian Mothers will pray a Rosary at 4:30 P.M. followed by the Knights of Columbus at 6:00 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Pierz Area Food Shelf: 220 Main Street S #5, Pierz, MN 56364.

Joe was born on October 5, 1933 in Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota. He was the son of the late William and Margaret (Bach) Lanners. He grew up on a farm where he developed a love of farming and learned the value of hard work and community. He attended grade school in St. Leo, Minnesota and graduated from Clarkfield High School. After school, he enlisted in the United States Army on March 12, 1954 and was stationed in South Korea and Japan, being honorably discharged on February 29, 1956. He was united in marriage to Gloria Wambeke on February 16, 1957 at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Minneota, Minnesota. Shortly after their marriage, Joe and Gloria moved to the farm they purchased near Buckman. The young couple embraced the community, where they went on to raise seven children and forge lifelong friendships. After milking cows for thirty-eight years, the couple sold their dairy herd, but Joe stayed busy selling seed corn and continued farming the land.

A social person, Joe loved to visit with family and friends. Talking with him, you knew you were in for a long and interesting story! An avid fisherman, he enjoyed many fishing trips with friends and neighbors over the years.

After retiring, he embraced and expanded Gloria’s garden and also took up beekeeping. These hobbies provided an abundance of honey and produce for everybody in the community. Moving in fall of 2025 from his beloved farm to Highland Senior Living, the desire to plant still remained in his blood, where he hoped to still grow "a few radishes" over the summer. From professional Minnesota teams to local high school games, he liked watching sports and especially enjoyed spending Sunday afternoons in the summer cheering on the Buckman Billygoats. A longtime member of St. Michael's Catholic Church, his faith was important and he served for many years on both the church council and board of trustees. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Pierz American Legion Post #341.

He is survived by his children: Deborah (Arthur) Krieg of Needham, MA; Sharon (Brad) Schmidtbauer of Anoka, MN; Laura (James) Garbe of Stillwater, MN; Donna (Morgan) Grelson of Burnsville, MN; James (Kristin) Lanners of Sartell, MN; Lisa (Todd) Lewis of Arlington, TX; and Jill (Kevin) Leyk of Bloomington, MN, along with 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; siblings, Dorothy Oldakowski, Sister Edna Lanners, Walter (Diane) Lanners, Cletus (Lorraine) Lanners, and Joyce Citterman.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Gloria Lanners; infant son, Joseph James Lanners; granddaughter, Rachel Schmidtbauer; siblings, Lawrence (Jane) Lanners, Lorraine (Harry) Hofmeister, Alfred (Gladys) Lanners and Ruth (Vince) Caron; brothers-in-law, Ray Citterman and Bob Oldakowski and sister-in-law, Joanne Lanners.

The family of Joe would like to thank the area community for the wonderful friendship with their father over the years.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Joe.

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04/05/2026

Easter offers a moment of renewal, reflection, and the celebration of enduring hope. We extend our warmest wishes for a joyful and peaceful day to all who observe.

04/05/2026

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04/03/2026

Sandy Lou Olson

Sandy Lou Olson, 60 year old resident of Little Falls, passed away at her home on Wednesday, April 1. A grave side service will be held on Sunday, April 26 at 10:00 A.M. at the Randall City Cemetery. There will be a celebration of Sandy's life from 12:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. on Sunday, April 26 at the Little Falls VFW.

Sandy Lou Olson was born on July 29, 1965 in Little Falls, MN to the late Severen and Darlene (Bittner) Olson. She grew up in Randall, with her siblings, Darcy, Terry, Sherry, Vicky, Randi, Vern and Val. In her early years, she enjoyed summers at grandma, Della's learning to sew, can food and garden. Sandy moved around to various places before she returned to Little Falls in 1990. She fulfilled her childhood dream of living and owning a 50 acre farm in Randall, where she raised her four children. Throughout her life, Sandy worked various jobs from the Elk Creek Saloon, Skeets Corner, Bang Printing, Casey Convenience Store and Perkins Restaurant. Sandy enjoyed gardening, camping with her children, horses, flowers of all kinds and spending time with her grandchildren. She will be loved and missed by all who knew her.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Julie Dubbin, April (Sam) Storkamp, Candice (Chad) Bemmels and Wayne Walberg, Jr.; grandchildren, Josie, Anna, Brayden, Dylan, Otto, Morgan, Makayla, Evie, Jace, Lily, Elspeth and Ally. siblings, Darcy Young, Terry Schraut, Sherry (Mel) Odom, Vicky (Dean) Gustafson, Randi (Bill) Agens and Vern Olson and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step-mother, Joann Grey; siblings, Kandi Olson, Val Olson and a nephew, Kyle Anderson.

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04/02/2026

Eleanore Elaine Skochenski

Eleanore Elaine Skochenski, 96 year old resident of Harding, passed away on Wednesday, April 1 at the Pierz Villa. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding, MN with Father Aaron Nett and Father David Maciej con-celebrating the service. The burial will be held in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 from 9:00 A.M. until the hour of the service at the church.

Eleanore Elaine Pulak was born on October 21, 1929 in Platte Township, Morrison County to the late Stanley and Aniela (Sroka) Pulak. She attended elementary school in Platte Township, Morrison County. She graduated from Little Falls Community High School with the class of 1946. She was united in marriage to Louis T. Ebertowski on January 14, 1947. The couple attended the Polish National Catholic Church in Platte Township. Louis died on July 29, 1953. Eleanore continued living in Harding. She was united in marriage to John “Jack” Stephen Skochenski on November 24, 1954 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding. The couple farmed and lived in Pulaski, Township from 1955-2009. She moved into Harding, MN in 2009, where she resided until moving into the Pierz Villa. Throughout her life, Eleanore worked at the following places: Montgomery Wards in St. Paul, Barney's Dance Hall in Harding for 20 years and Morrison County Public Health from 1978 until 1996. She enjoyed crocheting, cross stitching, gardening and flower gardens. She was a life member of the VFW Auxiliary. She was a Eucharistic Minister and an active member of Holy Cross Catholic Church in Harding.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Louis Ebertowski, Douglas Ebertowski, LeRoy Skochenski, John (Julie) Skochenski, Doris Maleski, Gloria (Jon) Erickson, Diane Kaski, Lori (Glenn) Boser and Lisa Skochenski; sisters-in-law, Sherry Skochenski and Rosemary (Ebertowski) Nelson; 18 grandchildren 44 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Louis Ebertowski and John “Jack” Skochenski; siblings, Eddie, Paul, Stanley, Julian, Bernice, Josephine, Mary, Virginia, Helen and Caroline a grandchild, Travis Kaski; son-in-law, Jim Maleski and a daughter-in-law, Anne Ebertowski.

Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Eleanore.