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Anthony (Tony) Gordon Brausen
1979 - 2024
Anthony (Tony) Gordon Brausen
1979 - 2024
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BORN
1979
DIED
2024
Anthony (Tony) Brausen Obituary
An avid enthusiast of the outdoors, Tony loved both the water and the mountains. He enjoyed barefoot waterskiing, snow skiing, skydiving and motorcycle riding. He was also a talented artist, with a passion for creating artwork through multiple mediums. He enjoyed creative, challenging activities that allowed him to work with his hands.
Tony attended Eaglebrook church in Blaine, MN, and St. Terese Catholic Church in Onamia, MN.
He leaves behind his parents, Gordon and Catherine Brausen; sister, Kathleen Alvar; grandmother, Shelby Brausen; aunts, Peggy Conrad and Roxanne Rothmeyer; uncles, Glen Conrad, Gary Rothmeyer and Patrick Hickey; godmother, Michele Brausen; nephew, Isaiah Alvar; and his many beloved cousins. He was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Helen Hedman; grandparents, Shirley and Roger Andersen; grandfathers, Clifford Brausen and Carl Conrad; godfather Richard Brausen.
Tony's life will be remembered by his vibrant spirit, his resilience in the face of adversity, and his unwavering love and dedication to his beloved family and his many friends. Tony will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Tony wanted a celebration of life party, filled with happiness. Please join us at the American Legion in Forest Lake, Minnesota. Sunday, November 3rd, 1:00 to 5:00pm. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers.
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Jean Vong
November 3, 2024
Gordy, I´m so sorry for your loss. Sending condolences and comfort to you and your family. Jean Vong
Ian Garrison
October 27, 2024
Tony treated me like his younger brother. I´m still riding the CBR650 he gave me this spring. He was sick, stressed out and had just gotten his pacemaker put in and still grabbed a trailer with his truck, loaded up this bike and dragged it all the way down to St. Paul to gift it to me. He and I got in to all sorts of trouble and we always helped each other by going above and beyond to make sure your creative endeavors would work out. Tony had my back. He always made sure I had transportation and a basic livelihood when I was down and out. He helped me through a very rough time in my life. I am so glad I met someone I could see as an older brother and am really unhappy to see him go so soon. A true friend. I´ve never experienced a loss like this.
Sarah Kurochkin
October 22, 2024
"Tony, Tony, Tony has done it again" - I used to sing these lyrics to him each time I talked to him for he was always up to something - living life to the fullest without fear and taking life by the horns - that was my dear cousin Tony. I have so many memories of Tony, most of them growing up as kids enjoying those Summer months at the cabin taking us water skiing, boating and four-wheeling - he was the best at all of them! One of my favorite memories of Tony is when we took the four wheeler off into some gravel pit and decided to take a steep hill - I'm holding on to him sitting behind him and well, I guess it was too steep for us and we flipped the four wheeler! We both were ok but the ATV was pretty banged up - but we didn't tell our parents what really happened until years later, was our little secret. My most recent memory of Tony is when he dropped everything and flew out to Seattle to walk me down the aisle and give me away at my wedding in 2017 (see photo). That was Tony, always there for you and had the kindest heart. You will be missed by all, always in our hearts and never forgotten. RIP dear cousin, love you.
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Bob & Midge Baniecke
October 21, 2024
So sorry to hear of the loss of your son Tony, our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family
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Stretch
October 19, 2024
My first time meeting tony was at isiahs baptisim in gordy and cathys garage. Got to know him. A stand up man. Long story short i miss ya my brother, we will meet again just not today, godspeed my brother. The world is less with out your optimism
Sara (Anderson) Heckel
October 12, 2024
I went to school with Tony from elementary on up. I remember Tony fondly. He always had a lot of energy and enjoyed making people laugh. I´m sending prayers to his family.
Derek Bangs
October 12, 2024
Tony and I were on the Forest Lake High School ski team together, and I have many fond memories of him making us all laugh. On the ski bus he acted like a comedian, telling jokes and doing impressions. He did a fantastic impression of Andrew Dice Clay!
Eyvette Sizenbach
October 10, 2024
When he gave me a ride on his motorcycle. I'm going to miss you Tony . R. I P.
Love Brandi
Mike Hedman
October 10, 2024
Tony was one of my favorite cousins!
I was about 5 years older, but we always got along so well, and he was such a kind and generous person. Despite him being younger, he taught me and showed me many things growing up-snowmobiling, water skiing, riding ATV´s, snowboarding. He was always way better than me! He had an impressive knack for all things outdoors and adventurous. Often times I wished that I could live a life more like Cousin Tony! Although his time here was cut sadly short, his experiences and achievements fill a full lifetime. Forever In Peace,
Mike Hedman
Patrick Lenahan
October 9, 2024
Tony and I met when we were young and seemed to have the same life path as we were part of the same organizations and had many interests aligned as well and even our not so good moments and/or characteristics seemed to be linked as well. From early gymnastics, school, ski team, law enforcement explorers, we both had lawn care businesses, motorcycles, drums & guitars. we've been witness to each other at both our low points and for many successes. He was a jack of all trades and was able to master many of them. An extremely kind and generous person who helped me a few times when I needed it but didn't feel worthy to ask anyone. He was very aware of life and people and what made them tick. He's in a much better place now than the rest of us and we should find comfort in that however my selfish side is sad just for the fact of loosing such a wonderful person in my life and this world as it seems to be far less people of his caliber these days. To Katie and Mr. & Mrs. Brausen my thoughts are with you and we will see you in November. Tony, Thank you for everything!!! It was a pleasure knowing you in this life and we will celebrate it in November. Until next time old pal!
Tina Lupelow
October 8, 2024
I met Tony through a mutual friend and instantly we had a connection. We became friends immediately. We shared so many interests and debated over others... for hours. He used to leave me voicemails pretending to be different people disguising his voice, it made me laugh for hours. Tony took my son Rorek under his wing of sorts and made/gave him things, taught him things, and would tell him life lessons. My son looked up to him so much. Uncle tony. He always would get on me about wearing a helmet on my motorcycle which turned out to be a very funny inside joke that ill never forget. He was caring and loving. He truly was my kindred spirit. I love you bubba. Never forget that. I'm right behind you running away til we meet again.
Becky Wolszon Marv Anderson
October 7, 2024
I don't remember my first meeting Tony, but I knew I liked him right away! He lived nextdoor to us so I got the privilege of knowing him well. He was funny, supportive, always busy, always eager to help, always there. I remember when our two pine trees toppled over in a bad storm. Tony helped us with the cleanup until there was nothing left but the two big stumps covered in dirt. What to do with them? Tony had the answer! One at a time he dragged those stumps up and down and through the neighborhood streets until the dirt had fallen off of them! Suddenly they weren't so big anymore and we never laughed so hard! I sure loved him. I often would cook him homemade meals to make up for whatever was the junk he ate and he was always so appreciative! That boy knew his manners and used them. Good job, Gordy and Cathy! When he moved, well, neither of us could say goodbye. He did to Marv but he and I had an unspoken agreement that those words would be too hard and he just slipped away. I figured I'd still see him from time to time so I was good with our arrangement. Boy, do I regret that now. I know I would have gotten a hug and a squeeze. I wish I had that good bye to hang onto. But! Still, I have been praying for him and soon, I'll start talking to him, too. We loved you Tony, we miss you. You filled the world with a whole lot of good and the world will be a bit less bright without you in it. Peace.
Tony Turk
October 7, 2024
My sincere, heartfelt prayers go out to your whole family. I can´t imagine the pain and sorrow you are going through. I am praying you all find comfort and healing.
Elisha M. Johnson
October 7, 2024
I HAVE SO MANY MEMEORIES OF THIS REMARKABLE MAN, THAT THE LIST WOULD BE SO LONG. MY HEART. GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY!! I WASNT READY FOR YOU TO GO, BUT I KNOW NOW YOUR IN A BETTER PLACE AND IN NO MORE PAIN. I LOVE YOU MORE THAN WORDS WILL EVER SAY. Til WE MEET AGAIN. BY TONY B.
Colleen Belland
October 7, 2024
Tony had such a kind heart and a calm demeanor. He could relate to any age group, he had an old soul, and he loved leftovers. Lots of memories. We will miss him. Dan & Colleen Belland and family.
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