Evalt Emmanuel Laine, 87, of Park Rapids, MN, passed away on July 27, 2024. Born on April 6, 1937, in Osage, MN, Evalt was the eldest child of George and Sylvia Laine. He is survived by his sisters Linda Kirchmaier (Duluth, MN) and Julie Espinoza (Sawyer, MI), daughter Susan Laine, grandchildren Matthew, Aaron, Eric, Emalee, and Eddison, and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife Gayle, sister Louise Robinson, and son Scott Laine. Evalt graduated from high school in Park Rapids, MN, He served in the National Guard, and enjoyed a long career in construction, contributing to projects like the Richard Bong Memorial Bridge. He enjoyed sports, hunting, fishing and playing cribbage with his grandkids. He was a member of the Lions Club in Osage, MN. A funeral service for Evalt and Gayle will be held on August 15th at 2 pm at Salem Lutheran Church, 4715 Hermantown Rd, Hermantown, MN. Notes and cards can be sent to Susan Laine, 652 W Palm Aire Drive, Pompano Beach, FL 33069.
