Marlene Audrey Braun

Obituary

Marlene Audrey Braun was born October 27, 1956, in Olivia, Minnesota, the daughter of Wilbur and Mary (Goelz) Braun. She was baptized on November 4, 1956, at St. Aloysius Catholic Church in Olivia, and was confirmed in her faith there on February 23, 1969. Marlene moved with her family to various locations during her childhood, and attended various schools. She graduated from the Danube High School.

In 1975, Marlene moved to Mankato where she lived until 1987. She then moved to Willmar where she lived until moving to Hutchinson in 1996.  Marlene worked with West Central Industries, giving her the opportunity to do a variety of jobs. Her residence was with Aveyron Homes in Hutchinson, and she thoroughly enjoyed the staff and her friends she lived with.

Marlene loved animals. When she wasn’t working, she kept busy with her favorite activities, including puzzles, crafts, dancing, bowling, and shopping. She liked going on trips, and especially enjoyed her trips to Florida and Hawaii.

Marlene spent her last weeks in Harmony River Living Center.  She passed away Monday afternoon, October 24, 2016, at the Hutchinson Health Hospital at the age of 59 years, three days before her 60^th birthday. Blessed be her memory.

Marlene is survived by her:

Siblings:         Elaine Molenaar and Husband, Orville, of Renville,
                        Wilbur Braun Jr. of Redwood Falls,
                        Monica Becker and Husband, Duane, of Brownton,
                        John Braun of Redwood Falls,
                        Russell Braun of Hutchinson,
                        RoseMary Braun of Willmar,
                        Ralph Braun of Stewart,
                        Barb Pichotta of Stewart,
                        Sharon Redman and Husband, Todd, of Hector,
                        Karen Braun of Hutchinson;

many nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, and friends.

Marlene was preceded in death by her Parents, Grandparents, Brother, Gerald Braun, and Nephew, Michael Molenaar.