Gill Brothers Funeral and Cremation Services

11/17/2025

At our funeral home, the options to personalize your loved one’s memorial are virtually endless. From kid-friendly bubble celebrations to live musicians playing your loved one’s favorite songs, the opportunities for personalization abound. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.gillbrothers.com/our-services/celebrations-of-life

11/14/2025

Karen Ann Anderson (Van Every)
August 27, 1965 – November 10, 2025

Karen Ann Anderson, age 60, passed away peacefully in her home in Bloomington, Minnesota on November 10, 2025. Born and raised in Minneapolis, she graduated from Washburn High School and the University of Minnesota’s Carlso...

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11/14/2025

It is one of our greatest honors to serve the veterans in our community with high-quality end-of-life services. Learn more about how we honor their service here: https://www.gillbrothers.com/our-services/veteran-funeral-services

11/13/2025

Embrace a Sustainable Legacy

For those who value environmental stewardship, green burial offers a meaningful way to honor a loved one’s life while preserving the earth’s beauty for future generations. Gill Brothers provides eco-conscious options, including natural burials, scattering grounds, and Eternal Reefs, allowing families to create lasting tributes that reflect their values.

Our expert staff is here to guide you through planning a green burial, helping you craft a personalized and sustainable memorial. Whether preplanning for yourself or arranging for a loved one, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Discover more about green burial options and begin your journey toward a meaningful farewell: https://www1.gillbrothers.com/green-burial?utm_source=website&utm_medium=button&utm_campaign=green+burial

11/12/2025

Simonson, Robert Selmer “Bob” age 92 passed away on November 9, 2025. Preceded in death by parents, Selmer and Ellen; spouse, Carole; and siblings, Harold, Jerry, Sonja and Mike. Survived by children, Scott (Laurie), Sally Nichols and Brian (Eileen); grandchildren. Joshua (Megan), Jake (Rachel), Gen...

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11/12/2025

Our online preplanning checklist helps you specify your final wishes at your own pace from your own home. Learn more by visiting our website: https://www.gillbrothers.com/funeral-planning/funeral-pre-planning

11/11/2025

On Veterans Day, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have served. We remember with gratitude the lives devoted to protecting others.

11/10/2025

We encourage families to be as creative as they like when planning a loved one’s memorial. Display a board featuring your loved one’s favorite quotes at the funeral or hold a candlelight ceremony in a meaningful location. Contact our team to find out more: https://www.gillbrothers.com/about/contact-us

11/07/2025

Veterans and their family are eligible for certain honors and benefits. For information on how to apply and what you can receive, click here: https://www.benefits.va.gov/compensation/claims-special-burial.asp

11/07/2025

Marilyn Lucille Vatsaas (Carlson)
Age 94 of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully on November 1. Marilyn was born in Stockholm Township near Cokato on July 31, 1931, the 4th of 5 children. After the death of her father, her family moved to Minneapolis, where she graduated from Roosevelt High School...

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11/06/2025

Philip “Phil” Lynn Engstrom, 77, of Bloomington, Minnesota, passed away on October 26, 2025. Phil was born on February 26, 1948, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and spent his life in the Twin Cities area.

Phil proudly retired from Ziegler Caterpillar in Bloomington...

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11/06/2025

Our staff is available to support you during this difficult time of grieving. We are here 24/7 and ready to connect you with aftercare resources. Contact us here: https://www.gillbrothers.com/about/contact-us