In Memory> Mona Rosenberg-Aho

Passed away April 26th 2016

Brainerd MN 506 James St. / PO Box 974 56401

Mona Sue Rosenberg-Aho, age 64, died peacefully in her home, Tuesday April 26, 2016 in Pillager. Mona was born May 20, 1951 in Poplar, MT to Sidney and Thelma (Lee) Rosenberg. She attended and graduated from both high school and community college in Brainerd, MN. She earned her bachelor's degree in Social Work from Bemidji State University.

Mona devoted her life to helping others. During her career she worked for Mid-Mn Women's Center, CEP, the Senior Center and Lutheran Social Services in the Brainerd Lakes area. Her gentle soul and desire to assist others lead her to further serve her communities through board and volunteer activities at the Pillager Family Center and PORT Group Homes.

Mona married John Aho on January 17, 1986, this brought Mona a daughter and son as well as a husband. Mona enjoyed spending time gardening, reading on her screen porch overlooking the water, spending time with family and friends, and being with her grandchildren, an incredible source of happiness for Mona.

Mona is survived by her husband John and family Janna Aho, New Brighton, MN and Michael Aho, Baxter, MN. Grandchildren: Jewel and Anika Aho; Royce, Dante and Cameron Kytola. Siblings: Barry Rosenberg (Pat Buzzell) of Coon Rapids MN, Nancy (Jerry) Falconer of Parker CO, Sheryl (Roy) Moeller of Shorewood MN, Robert Rosenberg of Mesa AZ and Debra (Allan) Jensen of Lakeville MN, as well as special nieces, nephews and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Mona has touched many lives and to honor her memory we will be holding a celebration of life Sunday May 8, 2016 at KC's Eatery and Saloon in Pillager, MN from 2pm to 5pm, all are welcome. Memorials can be sent to the family, PO Box 404, Brainerd, Mn 56401.