Howard Brekke

Howard is survived by his loving wife Kathleen, daughter and son-in-law Nancy and Brian Court of New Prague, sons and daughters-in-law James and Gloria of Owatonna, Brian and Angelia of Stillwater, Jon and Barbara of Shakopee, Chad and Michelle of Bloomington, IL, grandsons Taylor, Tannor and Tucker (children of Brian and Nancy Court), granddaughters Brianna and Sydney (children of James and Gloria Brekke), grandchildren Victoria, Kostia, and Victor (children of Brian and Angelia Brekke), grandchildren Maria, Luke, Anna and Jacob (children of Jon and Barbara Brekke), brothers Duane (sister-in-law Janice) and Loren (sister-in-law Joan) of rural Hanska, Arlan (sister-in-law Kathy) of Gaylord, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Gerhard and Edna Brekke, at a tender age. Howard was baptized and confirmed at Albion Lutheran Church, where he was a lifelong member. He was married to his wife Kathleen Hendrickson at Albion on December 15, 1962. Howard was on the church council, sang in the choir, taught Sunday School and held various other offices in the church. Howard was widely known by farmers throughout the area for his friendly personality, dedicated service, and intelligent insight as an agronomist for LaSalle Farmers Grain Co. Howard loved golf, snowmobiling, playing family football on Sunday afternoons, and spending time with his wife and family. He also loved his work, and the impact it could have on the lives of his customers. He will be missed dearly for his ever-present smile, warm and loving nature, self-deprecating sense of humor and his ability to build friendships with people of all backgrounds.