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Bruce Helland Obituary
Bruce was born Feb. 22, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wis., to Gordon and Darlene (Johnson) Helland. He graduated from Austin High School, and then went on and graduated from St. Olaf College in Northfield. Bruce worked in Minneapolis and Marshall in retail as a merchandise buyer until retiring to his "cabin" in Nisswa.
He enjoyed his life at the lake, working in his flower garden, weeding the lake for the perfect beach and spending time with his dog, Elly. Bruce's cabin was always open to family and friends for time away.
He is survived by his mother, Darlene Helland of Austin; two sisters, Barb (Jerry) Neubauer of Stewartville and Beth Wood of Rochester; one brother, Brian Helland of Austin; eight nieces and nephews, Sherry (Jim) Oeltjenbruns, Brett and Wade (Bridget) Neubauer, David (Beth), Ben and Daniel Helland and Tom and Alison Wood; 13 great-nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father, brother-in-law, Thomas Wood, and canine companions, Bummer and Lacey
A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 20, at 1 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Stewartville. A memorial gathering will be held after the service. Burial will be a private service at a later date.
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August 7, 2014
May the family of Bruce know what a wonderful boss and friend he was to work for. He was a gentle man with so many good qualities. I will have many fond memories from Our Own Hardware days and will miss a dear friend. My sympathy to his family.
Shirley Alm
July 28, 2014
I was so sorry to hear we lost Bruce. He was a special friend, one you could always count on. We spent a lot of time together at Runnings & MidState. I would often petsit his lovely dogs. I am so sorry for your loss. He will remain always in my thoughts & prayers. Beth Joens
Julie Essame
July 22, 2014
I am very sorry to hear about Bruce's illness and death. we worked together at Runnings for several years and enjoyed lots of good times with him at his home and the lake. he was full of fun and character and loved his dogs!
I will miss knowing he is keeping his family and friends in line.
Janet Lesosky
July 21, 2014
I am so very sad to hear that Bruce has passed. I have fond memories of Bruce as a buyer and also a dear friend. We had many great times as he entertained some of us at his home and his "cabin". He taught me how to set a "proper" place setting bringing out his best stemware, flatware and china, not to mention the cloth napkins. Bruce was an awesome guy, who had awesome dogs. I am sorry for your loss.
Ryan Arends
July 21, 2014
Rest in peace Bruce. You were a good person!
July 21, 2014
Jerry, Barb, and Sherrie,
I'm sorry I didn't see this until this morning, (Monday). I want to express my sympathy to you in the loss of Bruce. In the little time I knew him, I could tell he was a wonderful and wise man.
Your 3 are awesome!!! Dianne
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