Julette I. Eisele, 68

Elmore – Julette Eisele, 68, of Elmore, MN, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, after a brave battle with health issues. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. She will be forever remembered and greatly missed.

Julette Irene (Alfson) Eisele was born in Blue Earth, on June 16, 1957, the daughter of Kermit and Mildred (Diedrich) Alfson. Julette graduated from Blue Earth High School in 1975. She married Mark Eisele on Aug. 15, 1975, and they made their home in Elmore, where they lovingly raised five children. Motherhood was a role she cherished, and she showed endless patience. She also worked various jobs outside of the home, most recently at St. Luke’s Lutheran Care Center in Blue Earth.

Julette shared her great sense of humor with all who knew her. She had a lovely singing voice that could be heard throughout the house, and she had a kind and generous spirit. In recent years, she served on the Elmore Public Library board of directors and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She took great comfort in her religious faith.

In addition to her husband, Mark; she is survived by her children, Garrett, Marie, Vicki (Gabriel Torres), Kurt, and Tim (Jennifer Ihle); sister, Rose (Rick) Garvick; grandchildren, Dylan, Dawson, Celiynna, Alex, Stendsay, Liz, Emily, Addison, Anthony, and Maci; great-grandchildren, Astraea Scarlet and Charlotte; her Eisele family brothers-and sisters-in-law; many nieces and nephews, and many good friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Kermit and Mildred Alfson; and her brothers, Perry and Arden.

A Celebration of Life Visitation will be held Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 2-4 p.m., at St. John’s Lutheran Church in rural Elmore. A prayer service will be held at 4 p.m. with Pastor Klatt officiating. Oakcrest Funeral Services of Bancroft, Iowa in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made to www.oakcrestfuneralservices.com.