Harold Vincent Brun Sr

Harold Vincent Brun Sr passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026 at the age of 63, surrounded by loved ones, at Sanford Medical Center in Bemidji, Minnesota.

Harold was born on October 3, 1962 in Red Lake, Minnesota, to Pete and Sylvia Brun. He will be remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, loving family man, and loyal friend whose kindness, strength, and generosity touched the lives of many. His quiet resilience and unwavering love for his family left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. Harold found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. He loved fishing, especially the time he spent on the water with Greg and Ellion. As a young man, he enjoyed playing softball and carried that love of the outdoors throughout his life. He looked forward to attending powwows, camping with family, hunting and trying his free play at the casino. Some of his quietest and happiest moments were spent sitting in his truck, listening to music and simply enjoying the day. These moments, sharing with family and friends, will be remembered with love and will bring comfort for years to come.

Harold is survived by his children Derek Brun, Sarah (Josh) Aspinwall, Natalie Beaulieu, Harold Brun Jr., Loni Brun, Victoria (Greg) Brun and Terry Bob. He is also survived by his siblings Jewel Desjarlait, Angela Brun, Marianne Brun, Toni Pemberton and Keenan Sayers. Harold was a proud and loving grandfather that was blessed with 5 great-grandsons, who brought him great joy. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, extended Sayers family members and dear friends who will forever treasure his memory.

He is preceded in death by his parents Pete and Sylvia Brun; his maternal grandparents Fanny and Thomas Johns; and his paternal grandparents Bill and Madeline Brun; his children Vincent Laroque and Margaret Bob; and nephews Don Desjarlait Jr and Mike Desjarlait.

A wake will begin at 11 AM on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at the New Red Lake Center and will continue until the service at 10 AM on Saturday, July 25, 2026 with Spiritual Leader Ty Stately.  Active Pallbearers will be Maynard Johns Jr, Greg Smith, Harry Desjarlait, Vernon Jones, Chris Reyes Sr, James King. Alternates will be Alton Beaulieu, Craig Roy, Dedrick Thunder.  Honorary Pallbearers will be Harold Brun Jr, Jaxson Brun, Brooke Brun, Derek Brun, Sarah Aspinwall, Sally Aspinwall, Loni Brun, Flower Payash, Bella Smith, Valryn Smith, Magi Brun, Victoria Brun, Ellion Brun, Jayvyn Johnson, Terry Bob, Valentina Herbert, Maynard Johns Sr, Don Desjarlait, Gary Chaboyea, Donalda Desjarlait, Billie Jean King, Lisa Beaulieu, Jon Reyes Jr, Lauryn Lussier, Deena Lussier, Shantel Brun, Greg Johns, Keith Johns, John Lussier, Nolan Desjarlait, Oris Lasley. Burial will be at St Mary’s Cemetery in Red Lake, MN.

Harold’s legacy is one of love, strength and devotion to his family. He found his greatest joy in being surrounded by those he loved, and his memory will continue to live on through his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends. Though he is no longer with us, the stories he shared, the laughter he brought and the love he gave so freely will remain in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed, forever loved and never forgotten. Arrangements provided by Whispering Pines Funeral & Cremation Service, serving Northern Minnesota.

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