Stephen Joseph Praus

Stephen Joseph Praus, 68 of Aitkin died Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at his home.  He was born January 6, 1957 in Minneapolis the son of James and Dorothy (Goodin) Praus.  He grew up and attended Delano High School and worked as a truck driver.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing, video games, driving ATV-side by sides and sitting by the camp fire with family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Kevin Praus in 2008.  Stephen is survived by 2 sisters: Colleen Finlayson and Sharon (Arnie) Wenz; nieces and nephews: Jill (Noel) Brinkman, Jeff (Mai) Wenz, Dustin (Ashley) Finlayson, Matt (Amanda) Finlayson; and many other special relatives and friends.

A private celebration of Stephens life will be held at a later date.  Burial will be in Diamond Lake Cemetery.  Arrangements are with Sorensen-Root-Thompson Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Aitkin. To leave a message of condolence please go to www.srtfuneral.com

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