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NEW PRAGUE, MN – Mary Ann Kilberg, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 12, 2026 at her daughters home in New Prague, MN.
Mary was born in Calumet, MI on October 5, 1930 to Clarence and Leona Lantto and was raised along with her two sisters in Calumet. She was a graduate of Calumet High School and worked in Detroit, MI for a short time after. She married the love of her life, Arnie Kilberg on October 21, 1950 and they were blessed with three children, Cathy, Debbie, and Bruce.
Mary enjoyed golfing, a good game of bridge and visiting with friends and family. She liked to bake breads and treats for family.
Mary is survived by her daughter, Cathy Emanuelson of New Prague, MN, four grandchildren, five great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. She is further survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years Arnie Kilberg, her parents, her two sisters, Barbara and Verana, two children, Debbie and Bruce, and grandson, Eric Emanuelson.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date and will be announced.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Jude Children's Hospital in memory of Mary.
Mary's obituary may also be viewed at bjorkandzhulkie.com where relatives and friends may leave a note of remembrance.