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Harlyn Louis Puhrmann, age 87 of River Falls, WI died April 10, 2026. He was born April 27, 1938, in Baker Township, O’Brien County, Iowa to Ernest and Helen (Stofferan) Puhrmann. He attended country school in Baker Township through the fourth grade then attended Paulina Public School graduating in 1956.
Harlyn worked at Feed & Fert. Co. from 1958-1964 and MAPCO Propane Pipeline Co. from 1964-1977. In 1977 he moved his family to Hager City, WI and took over his father-in-law’s dairy farm retiring in 2001 when his son, Daniel, took over.
Harlyn married Helen Sara Denzer on September 7, 1968, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, River Falls, WI (Big River). He enjoyed dancing, bowling, listening to old-time music, and playing cards. Harlyn and Helen took several bus tours to various parts of the country after retiring from the farm. Harlyn also enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s activities.
Harlyn is survived by his wife of 57 years. Children Sara (Byron) Anderson of Spring Valley, WI, Christina (Jason) Spriggle of Marine on St. Croix, MN, Michael (Allison) Puhrmann of Lakeland, MN, and Daniel (Jessica) Puhrmann of Hager City, WI. Grandchildren Elizabeth (Michael), Grace (Jason), Benjamin, Claire, Damon, Camryn, Molly (Matthew), Megan, Madelyn, Maysen, Lily, Owen, Gavin, Evie, and Anna. One sister, Elaine Faber, of River Falls, WI and one brother, Brad Puhrmann, of Paulina, IA.
Preceding him in death were his parents, brother Ronald Puhrmann, and brother-in-law Leland Faber.
A celebration of life was held at St. Bridget Catholic Church (211 E Division St) River Falls, Wisconsin on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 3:00 – 5:00PM with a short prayer service at 5:00PM. Interment is in St. Bridget Cemetery.
Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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Harlyn will be greatly missed at all of “our family” gatherings. Our sympathies to you all during this difficult time! Love and hugs to all!
I’m so sorry for your loss. I will hold the family in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear this news yet happy that Harlyn is ascending to heaven. 😇 I will remember with fondness the Christmas videos with Harlyn, Helen and Elaine celebrating with us at Mike and Allison’s gathering…♥️
Christina,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. May the memory of your father be with you and your loved ones.
Our deepest condolences. Prayers for our God to grant comfort and peace.
Helen: So sorry to read of Harlyn’s passing. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
I am going to miss him and giving him a ride home from dialysis we is my buddy.May God bless all of you.
Helen and family: You have my deepest sympathy at the passing of your husband and father. May he rest in peace.
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