The Minnesota Valley Funeral Homes of Gibbon are assisting the family with arrangements at this time. To leave an online condolence for his family, or to sign the guestbook, go to: mvfh.org

Brian is survived by his daughters, Sandra (Michael) Baker of Springfield, Illinois, Charity (Gavin) Patterson of Las Vegas, Nevada, Ramona Sjogren of Gibbon; his sons, Russell (Alicia) Sjogren of Gibbon, Joseph (Hunter) Sjogren of Las Vegas, Nevada; his grandchildren, Aidan, Audra, Trevor, Zachary, Kyler, Mirra, Madailein, Gracie, and Nolan; his great-granddaughter, Alison; his sisters, Joanne Baker of Spokane Valley, Washington, Caroline Pollard of Paynesville; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Marlene Ward; and his brothers, Charles and Timothy Sjogren. Brian Wilber Sjogren was born April 15, 1951, in New Ulm to Russell and Leona (Zimmerman) Sjogren. He grew up in southern Minnesota and was a 1969 graduate from Winthrop High School. In 1973, Brian moved with his family to Las Vegas, Nevada. He studied auto mechanics and also went to work as a bricklayer and mason. Brian spent much of his life working in masonry. Over the years he developed a reputation as a true jack-of-all-trades, someone who could fix or build just about anything. In 2013, he returned to Minnesota, where he remained close to family and familiar surroundings. Brian will be remembered as a hardworking man who had a quick joke ready and an easygoing spirit that made others feel at ease. His greatest pride and joy were his children and grandchildren, whom he loved deeply. Time spent with family and friends meant everything to him, and the memories he created with them will be treasured. Throughout the many challenges he faced in life, Brian continued to move forward with determination and resilience. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew him and in the stories that will continue to be shared for years to come.Mvfh.org

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