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Brian David Mohn, 64, of Happy, Texas, and formerly of the Aurelia and Cherokee area, passed away on Monday, Feb. 19, 2024 after a valiant fight against pancreatic cancer.
Brian was born Jan. 20, 1960, to Arnold and Arlene (Dittmer) Mohn. He grew up on the family farm between Aurelia and Cherokee, truly enjoying the farm life. He was confirmed in 1974 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Aurelia. Brian graduated high school in Aurelia in 1978 and went on to attend Iowa State University, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in animal science in 1982. Brian came back to the farm, and for many years raised livestock and grain.
Brian continued his interest in livestock and animal production by working in the meat industry for a number of years.
In 1998 Brian married Glenda (Brownmiller) Heilman. They later divorced.
In later years, Brian took classes through Western Iowa Tech Community College and earned an associate degree in financial services.
In 2016, Brian fulfilled a lifelong dream and became a resident of the great state of Texas, settling down near the town of Happy, Texas — “The Town Without a Frown.”
Brian began trucking in 2010 and continued after moving to Texas, until cancer forced him to quit.
Brian will be remembered for his interest in farm life and his animals. He also enjoyed the company of friends and celebrating events with them. Brian always enjoyed himself, and no one could say that “Brian never had any fun.”
Brian was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Arlene; and his grandparents.
Survivors include his three sisters: Margaret and Leo Eminger of Little Rock, Ark.; Joyce and Gordy Sievers of Slater; and Kris Mohn of Canyon, Texas; two nieces: Kathy Carillo and her two children, Caleb and Katelyn, of Little Rock; and Rebecca Lee of Little Rock. Also surviving are his aunt, Janet Jean Nielsen; and numerous cousins and other relatives.
Brian’s wishes were to be cremated. At this time there is no memorial service or celebration of life planned. Arrangements are by Brooks Funeral Directors in Canyon, Texas.
