Galen L. Braunshausen, 89

Easton Galen Leo Braunshausen, age 89, of Easton, died Sunday, Nov. 27, 2016 at Nicollet Place in Blue Earth, surrounded by his family.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Thursday, Dec. 1, 2016, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Easton, Fr. Andrew Vogel and Deacon Gene Paul officiated. Interment was in OLMC Catholic Cemetery, with Military Honors accorded by the Easton American Legion Post and the Wells Color Guard.

Galen was born March 24, 1927, the son of Leo and Edith (Paul) Braunshausen in Barber Township, Faribault County. He grew up in rural Easton on the family farm. Galen was united in marriage to Patricia Keefe in Delavan, on Jan. 16, 1951. Galen was drafted into the United State Army February 1951, where he joined the 25th Division in Korea February 1952. He fought in three major battle fronts, Punch Bowel, Heart Break Ridge, and Iron Front Triangle. He spent two weeks on Koji Island guarding North Korean prisoners. He was honorably discharged in March of 1953. Galen farmed for 40 years. Together the couple raised ten children, six boys and four girls. He and Pat shared 51 years of marriage before her death in 2002. Galen was a life-long member of OLMC Catholic Church where he served on the parish council for 10 years. Galen was a member of the Easton American Legion Post and the Wells VFW for over 60 years. He served on the Easton Farmers Elevator Board for eight years. Galen loved spending time with his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, infant daughter Ann (1965), and wife Pat (2002).

Galen is survived by his children, six sons, Steve (Martha) Braunshausen, of Norfolk, Virginia, Dennis (Peggy) Braunshausen, of Farmington, Jim (Tobi) Braunshausen, of Mankato, John Braunshausen, of Prior Lake, Mark (Pam) Braunshausen, of Easton, Joe Braunshausen, of Waconia; three daughters, Mary (Jeff) Ovrebo, of Wells, Teresa (Brian) Voss, of Waseca, Gwen (Ted) Armon, of Blue Earth; 25 grandchildren and 34 great-grandchildren; two sisters: Charlene Borris and Annella Clarke, both of Wells; brother, Julian (Miriam) Braunshausen, of Mankato; sister-in-law, Elaine Olson, of Minneapolis, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families.

Bruss-Heitner Funeral Home in Wells is assisting the family. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.brussheitner.com.