Marie Ousley, 103, of Brainerd, Minnesota, passed away on February 22, 2026.
She was born on August 14, 1922, in Franklin County, Iowa, to Carl and Selma (Lochman) Waldin.
Before retirement, Marie was employed at St. Joseph's Hospital. She had been active in the OES Order of the Eastern Star plus The Woman's Ministry at Heritage Church.
She was proceeded in death by her parents, 6 brothers, 2 sisters, husband Thomas Ousley and Daughter, Connie. After these losses, Marie lived her life in close relationships with her friends. She spent a lot of her time praying for her friends, nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Heritage Church, Baxter Mn in the fireside room
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Funeral services provided by:
Halvorson-Taylor Funeral and Cremation Care - Brainerd512 South 8th Street, Brainerd, MN 56401

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