About Us

Our Caring Staff

Meet our staff, members of the local community who make everything that happens possible.

Curt & Barb Lind
Curt & Barb Lind
Owners/Licensed Funeral Directors

Husband and wife team Curt and Barb Lind, the first-generation of Lind Family Funeral and Cremation Service, are both licensed morticians and graduates of the University of Minnesota School of Mortuary Science. With over 60 years of combined experience in funeral service, Curt and Barb bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to their profession. In addition to her work as a mortician, Barb is also a licensed insurance agent, specializing in helping families prefund and preplan their funerals.


Originally from Moline, Illinois, Curt gained valuable experience working in Staples, Little Falls, and Renville. Barb, a native of Two Harbors, previously worked in Duluth. Both Curt and Barb served as managers of their respective funeral homes and were deeply involved in their civic and community commitments. In 2004, they established Lind Family Funeral and Cremation Service in Parkers Prairie and Miltona, expanding to Alexandria in 2015 to include the second generation in their business.


Curt and Barb are active in their church and the Alexandria and Parkers Prairie communities. They are members of the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce. Curt volunteers for Junior Achievement, serves as secretary/treasurer for the Parkers Prairie Cemetery Association, a member of the Kinkead Cemetery Board in Alexandria, and board member for the Alexandia Douglas County Developmental Achievement Center (DAC). Barb has a gift for hospitality and event planning, often hosting social gatherings for family and friends. Curt also enjoys bringing joy to the community as Cubby the Clown at area parades.


The Linds have three children: Christopher and his wife Ashley, Natalie, and Peter and his wife Sari. They are blessed with nine grandchildren: Jackson, Reagan, Easton, Brooklyn, Harrison, Barrett, Chandler, Parker, and Quinn. Outside of work, Curt and Barb enjoy riding bicycles, golfing, spending time at their cabin, and walking their dog Charlee.


Curt and Barb Lind are committed to serving their community with compassion and professionalism, continuing the legacy of excellence they started in 2004.

Curt & Barb Lind
Curt & Barb Lind
Owners/Licensed Funeral Directors

Husband and wife team Curt and Barb Lind, the first-generation of Lind Family Funeral and Cremation Service, are both licensed morticians and graduates of the University of Minnesota School of Mortuary Science. With over 60 years of combined experience in funeral service, Curt and Barb bring a wealth of knowledge and dedication to their profession. In addition to her work as a mortician, Barb is also a licensed insurance agent, specializing in helping families prefund and preplan their funerals.


Originally from Moline, Illinois, Curt gained valuable experience working in Staples, Little Falls, and Renville. Barb, a native of Two Harbors, previously worked in Duluth. Both Curt and Barb served as managers of their respective funeral homes and were deeply involved in their civic and community commitments. In 2004, they established Lind Family Funeral and Cremation Service in Parkers Prairie and Miltona, expanding to Alexandria in 2015 to include the second generation in their business.


Curt and Barb are active in their church and the Alexandria and Parkers Prairie communities. They are members of the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce. Curt volunteers for Junior Achievement, serves as secretary/treasurer for the Parkers Prairie Cemetery Association, a member of the Kinkead Cemetery Board in Alexandria, and board member for the Alexandia Douglas County Developmental Achievement Center (DAC). Barb has a gift for hospitality and event planning, often hosting social gatherings for family and friends. Curt also enjoys bringing joy to the community as Cubby the Clown at area parades.


The Linds have three children: Christopher and his wife Ashley, Natalie, and Peter and his wife Sari. They are blessed with nine grandchildren: Jackson, Reagan, Easton, Brooklyn, Harrison, Barrett, Chandler, Parker, and Quinn. Outside of work, Curt and Barb enjoy riding bicycles, golfing, spending time at their cabin, and walking their dog Charlee.


Curt and Barb Lind are committed to serving their community with compassion and professionalism, continuing the legacy of excellence they started in 2004.

Peter and Sari Lind
Peter and Sari Lind
Licensed Funeral Directors

Serving the community as a second-generation husband and wife team, Peter and Sari Lind are both licensed morticians and proud 2014 graduates of the University of Minnesota School of Mortuary Science. During their time in school, Peter worked as a night attendant at a funeral home in Robbinsdale, while Sari was a dedicated player for the University of Minnesota Women’s Basketball team. Peter gained valuable experience during his internship in Sauk Centre and Melrose, and Sari completed hers with Curt and Barb.


As lifelong residents of Parkers Prairie, Peter and Sari feel honored to provide comprehensive funeral services to their hometown and the neighboring communities of Alexandria and Parkers Prairie. Peter is deeply involved in community activities, serving as the treasurer of the Parkers Prairie Lion’s Club and Boy Scout Troop #472, as well as the president of ISD 547 Dollars for Scholars. In his free time, Peter enjoys working out and has a passion for fixing and playing pinball. Sari also gives back to the community by serving as the Sexton for the Parkers Prairie Cemetery and participated in the committee that established the veteran’s memorial in Parkers Prairie. She enjoys playing volleyball and softball in the Alexandria leagues.


Above all, Peter and Sari cherish their time with their children, Parker and Quinn, and their Yorkies, Piper and Ruby. They are enthusiastic about being active members of their community and are committed to offering compassionate and professional funeral services. Peter and Sari Lind are here to support you and your family with warmth and dedication during your time of need.

Peter and Sari Lind
Peter and Sari Lind
Licensed Funeral Directors

Serving the community as a second-generation husband and wife team, Peter and Sari Lind are both licensed morticians and proud 2014 graduates of the University of Minnesota School of Mortuary Science. During their time in school, Peter worked as a night attendant at a funeral home in Robbinsdale, while Sari was a dedicated player for the University of Minnesota Women’s Basketball team. Peter gained valuable experience during his internship in Sauk Centre and Melrose, and Sari completed hers with Curt and Barb.


As lifelong residents of Parkers Prairie, Peter and Sari feel honored to provide comprehensive funeral services to their hometown and the neighboring communities of Alexandria and Parkers Prairie. Peter is deeply involved in community activities, serving as the treasurer of the Parkers Prairie Lion’s Club and Boy Scout Troop #472, as well as the president of ISD 547 Dollars for Scholars. In his free time, Peter enjoys working out and has a passion for fixing and playing pinball. Sari also gives back to the community by serving as the Sexton for the Parkers Prairie Cemetery and participated in the committee that established the veteran’s memorial in Parkers Prairie. She enjoys playing volleyball and softball in the Alexandria leagues.


Above all, Peter and Sari cherish their time with their children, Parker and Quinn, and their Yorkies, Piper and Ruby. They are enthusiastic about being active members of their community and are committed to offering compassionate and professional funeral services. Peter and Sari Lind are here to support you and your family with warmth and dedication during your time of need.

Maureen Boesen
Maureen Boesen
Support Staff

Maureen was born and raised in Douglas County and graduated from Villard High School. She dedicated 42 years of her career to working as an office manager, chiropractic assistant, and x-ray technician in Alexandria. Maureen is married to Bernard Boesen, and together they have two daughters and one granddaughter. In retirement, they enjoy life on Lake Geneva. Maureen also finds joy in working part-time with the Linds, watching the morning sunrise over the lake, and having regular conversations with two of her sisters.

Maureen Boesen
Maureen Boesen
Support Staff

Maureen was born and raised in Douglas County and graduated from Villard High School. She dedicated 42 years of her career to working as an office manager, chiropractic assistant, and x-ray technician in Alexandria. Maureen is married to Bernard Boesen, and together they have two daughters and one granddaughter. In retirement, they enjoy life on Lake Geneva. Maureen also finds joy in working part-time with the Linds, watching the morning sunrise over the lake, and having regular conversations with two of her sisters.

Andrea Carlson
Andrea Carlson
Support Staff

Andrea currently works full time for Tastefully Simple as their facility technician, as well as part time with the Lind Family in a similar role. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, Harper, Zenna, and Kalea, along with her son, Cody, and daughter-in-law, Emmaly. Andrea also enjoys spending time with her mom's poodle, Missy. She loves gardening, especially her perennial flower beds, decorating her house for each holiday, and shopping.

Andrea Carlson
Andrea Carlson
Support Staff

Andrea currently works full time for Tastefully Simple as their facility technician, as well as part time with the Lind Family in a similar role. She enjoys spending time with her grandchildren, Harper, Zenna, and Kalea, along with her son, Cody, and daughter-in-law, Emmaly. Andrea also enjoys spending time with her mom's poodle, Missy. She loves gardening, especially her perennial flower beds, decorating her house for each holiday, and shopping.

Paul & Maureen Diedrich
Paul & Maureen Diedrich
Support Staff

Maureen worked at Parkers Prairie Elementary School for 22 years. She married Paul in 2001. Together they have 8 children, 14 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. She enjoys working part-time with the Lind Family and their fun-loving and caring atmosphere.

Paul worked in law enforcement in Menomonie, Wisconsin for the Dunn County Sheriff’s Department for many years. He transitioned into working transportation for the past 25 years, currently serving as the Safety Coordinator for District 206 in Alexandria. Paul has worked with the Lind Family over the past 20 years. He enjoys working with the Linds and continuing to be part of their family.

Paul & Maureen Diedrich
Paul & Maureen Diedrich
Support Staff

Maureen worked at Parkers Prairie Elementary School for 22 years. She married Paul in 2001. Together they have 8 children, 14 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. She enjoys working part-time with the Lind Family and their fun-loving and caring atmosphere.

Paul worked in law enforcement in Menomonie, Wisconsin for the Dunn County Sheriff’s Department for many years. He transitioned into working transportation for the past 25 years, currently serving as the Safety Coordinator for District 206 in Alexandria. Paul has worked with the Lind Family over the past 20 years. He enjoys working with the Linds and continuing to be part of their family.

Jill Foley
Jill Foley
Support Staff

Jill Foley was born and raised in Alexandria. She graduated from Concordia Moorhead with a bachelor’s degree in education and went on to earn her master’s degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her teaching career began in Eagan, where she taught third grade, but Alexandria called her back in 2001. Jill spent the remainder of her career teaching at Washington and Woodland Elementary Schools, retiring in 2017.

Jill's passions extend beyond education. She loves traveling, spending time on the lake, and cherishing moments with friends, family, and especially her grandson. In the colder months, Jill enjoys the warmth of her Arizona home. Her connection with the Lind family grew after experiencing the loss of her daughter and mother, leading her to feel like a part of their family. Jill finds joy in being around people and offering support to those in need.

Jill Foley
Jill Foley
Support Staff

Jill Foley was born and raised in Alexandria. She graduated from Concordia Moorhead with a bachelor’s degree in education and went on to earn her master’s degree from the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities. Her teaching career began in Eagan, where she taught third grade, but Alexandria called her back in 2001. Jill spent the remainder of her career teaching at Washington and Woodland Elementary Schools, retiring in 2017.

Jill's passions extend beyond education. She loves traveling, spending time on the lake, and cherishing moments with friends, family, and especially her grandson. In the colder months, Jill enjoys the warmth of her Arizona home. Her connection with the Lind family grew after experiencing the loss of her daughter and mother, leading her to feel like a part of their family. Jill finds joy in being around people and offering support to those in need.

Pamela Helling
Pamela Helling
Support Staff

Pamela and her husband Rod, married for 27 years, are proud parents of three children Jake, Josh, and Anna. She loves cheering on her kids in sports, traveling, building deep friendships, and cherishing time with her golden doodle, Rosie.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Bachelor of Science in Bible. With over 17 years of experience in municipal government, Pamela has made significant contributions to public service and community development.

She loves her family, friends, and Jesus and wants to love and serve others well, which is a natural fit at Lind Family.

Pamela Helling
Pamela Helling
Support Staff

Pamela and her husband Rod, married for 27 years, are proud parents of three children Jake, Josh, and Anna. She loves cheering on her kids in sports, traveling, building deep friendships, and cherishing time with her golden doodle, Rosie.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and a Bachelor of Science in Bible. With over 17 years of experience in municipal government, Pamela has made significant contributions to public service and community development.

She loves her family, friends, and Jesus and wants to love and serve others well, which is a natural fit at Lind Family.

Byron Herdman
Byron Herdman
Support Staff

Byron Herdman is a lifelong resident of Parkers Prairie and has been a member of the Lind Family team since circa 2010, assisting in all aspects of funeral service.  In addition to assisting in service to families, Byron is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at The College of St. Scholastica and maintains a local clinic practice as a board-certified family nurse practitioner. His nursing background gives Byron a unique insight into dying, death, grief and the care of families during difficult times.   

Byron is an active member of the Parkers Prairie community.  He is a board member of the Dollars for Scholars Parkers Prairie Chapter, volunteer firefighter with the Parkers Prairie Fire Department, and a certified speech and One Act Play judge with the Minnesota State High School League.  In his spare time, Byron enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with friends and family, and, of course, being godfather to Peter and Sari’s daughter, Quinn.

Byron Herdman
Byron Herdman
Support Staff

Byron Herdman is a lifelong resident of Parkers Prairie and has been a member of the Lind Family team since circa 2010, assisting in all aspects of funeral service.  In addition to assisting in service to families, Byron is an Assistant Professor of Nursing at The College of St. Scholastica and maintains a local clinic practice as a board-certified family nurse practitioner. His nursing background gives Byron a unique insight into dying, death, grief and the care of families during difficult times.   

Byron is an active member of the Parkers Prairie community.  He is a board member of the Dollars for Scholars Parkers Prairie Chapter, volunteer firefighter with the Parkers Prairie Fire Department, and a certified speech and One Act Play judge with the Minnesota State High School League.  In his spare time, Byron enjoys traveling, cooking, spending time with friends and family, and, of course, being godfather to Peter and Sari’s daughter, Quinn.

Wynn Kennedy
Wynn Kennedy
Support Staff

Wynn was raised in Milbank, South Dakota, by her maternal grandparents after her mother passed away when she was five, and her sister was six. She began her adult life as a dairy farmer's wife, mother to her children, and worked as a receptionist at the local hospital. Later, she moved to Minneapolis, where she embarked on a 24-year career at North Memorial Hospital with a group of cardiologists. In 1992, Wynn married Jerry Kennedy, and they enjoyed life together in the Twin Cities until their retirement and move to Alexandria in 2009.

Wynn is a proud mother of three. Her oldest son, Mike, operates a four-generation farm near Milbank. Her middle son, Darren, has been a long-time employee of Ottertail Power near Big Stone City, and her daughter is a Cardiac Perfusionist in Houston, Texas. Wynn also cherishes her seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, along with time spent with Peter and Sari's two children. She feels that this is the perfect final chapter in her working career and considers herself fortunate to know the Lind family and work in such a caring environment.

Wynn Kennedy
Wynn Kennedy
Support Staff

Wynn was raised in Milbank, South Dakota, by her maternal grandparents after her mother passed away when she was five, and her sister was six. She began her adult life as a dairy farmer's wife, mother to her children, and worked as a receptionist at the local hospital. Later, she moved to Minneapolis, where she embarked on a 24-year career at North Memorial Hospital with a group of cardiologists. In 1992, Wynn married Jerry Kennedy, and they enjoyed life together in the Twin Cities until their retirement and move to Alexandria in 2009.

Wynn is a proud mother of three. Her oldest son, Mike, operates a four-generation farm near Milbank. Her middle son, Darren, has been a long-time employee of Ottertail Power near Big Stone City, and her daughter is a Cardiac Perfusionist in Houston, Texas. Wynn also cherishes her seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, along with time spent with Peter and Sari's two children. She feels that this is the perfect final chapter in her working career and considers herself fortunate to know the Lind family and work in such a caring environment.

Mark Lindsey
Mark Lindsey
Support Staff

Mark and his wife, Pat, have lived in Alexandria since 1974. They have four married children, 13 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Mark was raised in North Dakota and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Mortuary Science, after which he joined his father and brother in their family funeral homes in North Dakota. Mark had been in the funeral service for 41 years before joining the support staff at Lind Family, where he enjoys meeting and serving people.

Mark Lindsey
Mark Lindsey
Support Staff

Mark and his wife, Pat, have lived in Alexandria since 1974. They have four married children, 13 grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. Mark was raised in North Dakota and graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Mortuary Science, after which he joined his father and brother in their family funeral homes in North Dakota. Mark had been in the funeral service for 41 years before joining the support staff at Lind Family, where he enjoys meeting and serving people.

Sue Tvrdik
Sue Tvrdik
Support Staff

Sue has been a long-time member of the Alexandria community. She spent many years working as a nurse, followed by a career at a floral shop. Alongside these roles, she also helped her husband, Norm, on their dairy farm. Joining the Lind team has given Sue the opportunity to continue her passion for serving others.

Sue Tvrdik
Sue Tvrdik
Support Staff

Sue has been a long-time member of the Alexandria community. She spent many years working as a nurse, followed by a career at a floral shop. Alongside these roles, she also helped her husband, Norm, on their dairy farm. Joining the Lind team has given Sue the opportunity to continue her passion for serving others.

Kirsten Vaagness
Kirsten Vaagness
Support Staff

Kirsten is a farm girl from southeast Minnesota who transitioned into a fulfilling career as an elementary teacher. She has been married to her husband, Carl, for over 30 years. Together, they have two children: Levi and Maryn.

In her free time, Kirsten enjoys traveling, reading, biking, and playing pickleball. 

Working with the Lind family has been an incredible experience for Kirsten. Their approach is more than just a job; it's a ministry that deeply resonates with her values. Kirsten is truly glad to be part of their team and contribute to their mission.

Kirsten Vaagness
Kirsten Vaagness
Support Staff

Kirsten is a farm girl from southeast Minnesota who transitioned into a fulfilling career as an elementary teacher. She has been married to her husband, Carl, for over 30 years. Together, they have two children: Levi and Maryn.

In her free time, Kirsten enjoys traveling, reading, biking, and playing pickleball. 

Working with the Lind family has been an incredible experience for Kirsten. Their approach is more than just a job; it's a ministry that deeply resonates with her values. Kirsten is truly glad to be part of their team and contribute to their mission.

Holly Witt
Holly Witt
Support Staff

Holly and her husband, Jerry moved to Alexandria from Morris in 2016. They join their three sons and their wives along with 10 grandchildren who also make their home in Alexandria. Holly is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, Morris and retired from her work in the nonprofit sector in December 2021. Along with working part time at the funeral home, she also currently serves on the Unity Foundation and Love Inc. Board of Directors.

Holly Witt
Holly Witt
Support Staff

Holly and her husband, Jerry moved to Alexandria from Morris in 2016. They join their three sons and their wives along with 10 grandchildren who also make their home in Alexandria. Holly is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, Morris and retired from her work in the nonprofit sector in December 2021. Along with working part time at the funeral home, she also currently serves on the Unity Foundation and Love Inc. Board of Directors.

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