Service Information
Rick L. Braun, age 36, of Stewart, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Meeker Memorial Hospital in Litchfield, Minnesota, as a result of a tragic automobile accident.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at Grace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Gathering of family and friends will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorial Service will be livestreamed on the Grace Lutheran Church Facebook page.
Obituary
Rick Lane Braun was born on July 7, 1985, in Park Rapids, Minnesota. He was the son of David and Gwendolyn (Knoll) Braun. Rick was dedicated to the Lord as an infant at Park Rapids Assembly of God in Park Rapids and baptized as an adult. He received his education in Winthrop, Minnesota, and was a graduate with the GFW High School class of 2003.
Rick was employed as welder at Doosan Bobcat in Litchfield, Minnesota, before that many of you may have seen him at Menards. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Rick’s passions were family, friends, cooking, camping, frisbee golf, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, music of all genres, and spending time with his husky, Remy. He loved helping people. This began as a small child, when he shoveled snow for an elderly lady so she wouldn’t fall. His mother never knew until the lady told her. That was Rick! He especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.
Rick passed away in a tragic automobile accident on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Meeker Memorial Hospital in Litchfield, Minnesota, at the age of 36 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Rick is survived by his:
Mother, Gwendolyn Turner and her husband, Jord of Stewart, MN;
Brothers, Carl Braun of Stewart, MN,
Randy Braun and his fiancé, Sarah Tongen of Hutchinson, MN;
Step-sisters, Holly Turner of Little Canada, MN,
Margaret Turner of Little Canada, MN;
Nephew, Dean Braun;
Niece, Taelynn Braun;
Grandparents, Dwight and Sharon Neubarth of Hackensack, MN,
Phyllis Braun of Roseau, MN;
Many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and friends.
Rick is preceded in death by his Father, David Braun; Grandfather, Donald Braun; Uncle, Cliff Knoll.
Michelle Falling says
Litchfield Bobcat Company Operations sends our sympathies and prayers to Rick and all family members who are mourning his loss on this earth. There are many employees on the Weld lines who worked with him who will miss him and enjoyed working with him.
Gwendolyn Ann Turner says
I am so overwhelmed by all the love and support from all of you. I feel like your my extended family. Thanks from the bottom of my heart. God bless each one of you.
Sharon Neubarth says
Grandpa and Grandma, Is so very sad and already miss you hon, But we know , you are home with our Lord. We love you hon, and well be with you soon. We also know you well be happy to be with your father, uncle Cliff , Wayne and Daryck.
Cheri Turbes says
Gwen and family so sorry for your loss. Rick was an amazing guy, I enjoyed seeing him when we worked at Jackpot junction.
Nathan says
Rick was amazing friend we started working at bobcat together from day 1 we always sat together in the break room before work would start he always had a smile on his face and he loved to make people smile Rick was truly a man to his word and he was more than a friend to me he was a brother to many and he will be dearly misssed at bobcat
Waynn Isaak says
My deepest sympathy to the family of Rick. I met him at Menards, when he worked there. The most friendly person and willing to help load anything into your vehicle. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.
Jeremy says
Sorry for your loss, loved working with him at Jackpot. Great memories. I wish peace and love for all mouring his passing.
M&M says
Sorry to hear it. God Bless
Barb Vacek says
To the family of Rick. Our sympathy goes to your family. I worked with him at Menards. I to can say that Rick always had smile on his face. He was willing to go the extra time to help the guest. Very friendly person he will be missed by many good friends he meet on his way . Bless him in next journey. Barb&Chuck Vacek
Maddie Grates says
Sending my condolences to Rick’s family during this time! I worked with him at Menards in Hutchinson, and he was one of the nicest people I’ve ever met! He also gave the best advice and put smiles on everyone’s faces! He will be missed!
Keith Larson says
Didn’t know Rick except for the times I ran into him at Menards. Always a nice guy who wasn’t afraid to share with you his future plans and goals. Rest in peace Rick!
Melissa Jensen says
Sorry for your loss! I met Rick at Bobcat. He talked about his dog and riding horse. One time he bought me a energy drink. I wish I could of payed him back. Thoughts and prayers to your family during this time.
Brooke Stetler says
Rest In Peace, big brother. You were such a special part of my life. You truly were like my brother. Our brotherly-sisterly squabbles, our laughing moments, the times you would send me funny pictures or videos. You always knew how to make a person smile when they were down. Or even just smile in general. Your sense of humor was unmatched. You always put others before yourself. Such a kind heart. You were gone before you should have been. “Your wings were ready, but my heart was not.” Love you always and forever, big brother. Now I have a guardian angel watching over me.
Deb says
Oh I am so sorry to hear of this. I remember Ricky so well from Kindergarten, always sweet.. One particular day, close to three o’clock, we couldn’t find him, he was outside sitting on the steps, because he said he was done for the day! He did have a heart of gold, I was lucky to have known him. My sincere sympathies to all of you.
Deb Forstner