Linda Ann Brausen

Linda Ann Brausen, age 77, of Woodbury, Minnesota, passed away on June 28, 2025. She was born on April 9, 1948, in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Linda graduated from Monroe High School in St. Paul and spent much of her career as a Paraprofessional with Saint Paul Public Schools, where she dedicated herself to supporting children with special needs.Known for her generous spirit and kind heart, Linda was a friend to all. Her warmth and unconditional love brightened every room she entered. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.Linda found great joy in spending time with family and friends. She loved singing with the Spirit Song Choir and took pride in organizing activities at Woodbury Villa, where she lived. Though she never had children of her own, she poured her heart into her role as “Auntie Linda” to her nieces, whom she adored.

Linda is preceded in death by her mother, Mickey (Villelli) Brausen; father, Norman Brausen; and brother, William (Bill) Brausen. 

She is survived by her brothers Joe Brausen, Tony Brausen (Celeste), and Gary Brausen (Heather); and by her beloved nieces Adrienne Brausen and Elise (Drew) Paszotta.

A celebration of Linda’s life will be held on Tuesday, July 22, at 7:30 PM at Faith United Methodist Church (3239 70th St. E., Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076), with visitation beginning at 6:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Faith United Methodist Church.