Sandra Holst

Sandra Holst obituary, Crosslake, MN

Sandra Holst

Sandra Holst Obituary

Visit the Brenny Family Funeral Chapel - Crosslake website to view the full obituary.

Sandra Lee Holst age 81 of Crosslake Mn was sent peacefully to heaven on December 26 2025. She was born May 4, 1944, in Brainerd Mn where she resided many years working as a telephone operator. She moved to Coon Rapids Mn where she continued her education and became a Human Service Technician taking care of others which was her passion.

Sandra is preceded in death by her son Michael Fraune, parents Rolland and Esther Holst, sister Sharon Sandberg, brothers Steven and Richard.

Sandra loved music especially Elvis along with old country, dancing and horseback riding. She was very active in the Catholic Church most of her life.

Sandra is survived by daughters Michelle (Carlos) Duran, Tracy (Dave) Swadner, son Steven (Yuka) Fraune, grandchildren Nicholas, Aleshia, Andrew, Austin, great grandchildren Alyvia, Chloe, Aela, Nolan, Aurora, sisters Gayle (Chic) Frisell and Peggy Bullford

Although Sandra no longer graces our lives, her spirit will continue to be with us. May her memory be a blessing and may we carry forth her legacy of love and compassion. As you continue to worship Jesus up there dearest mother, your light will forever shine brightly in our hearts.

A celebration of her life will take place at a later date

Arrangements are entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Crosslake.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Brenny Family Funeral Chapel - Crosslake

13782 County Road 36, Cross Lake, MN 56442

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