Brenda Lee [Hanson] Espeseth passed away peacefully after a long hard-fought battle with cancer on March 19, 2022, joining her husband Mark Lee Espeseth at the age of 61.

Brenda Lee Hanson was born on November 7th, 1960, to Gary and Mary (Wigdahl) Hanson.

She grew up on the family farm and developed a love of horses and all things country. She graduated from Chetek High School in 1978. She married the love of her life Mark Espeseth August 8, 1981 and raised three beautiful daughters together. Brenda was employed at Roselawn Elementary School for several years, and she was well liked by the school children and known for playing loud music while she worked. In her free time, Brenda was very social and enjoyed playing cards, quilting, and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. She was a member of the Ridge Rider Saddle Club for many years. Brenda was a member of the New Hope Comforters quilting group where she participated in making numerous quilts.

Brenda was preceded in death by her husband Mark Espeseth, Grandparents: Abner & Olive Wigdahl, Albin & Rachel Hanson, Niece: Emily Hanson, In-Laws: Ernest & Wanda Espeseth and Kenneth Smith, who was like a brother to Brenda. Brenda is survived by parents: Gary & Mary Hanson, Brother: Mark (Carol) Hanson, Daughters: Cassandra (Mike Shilts) Marc, Cristin (Joshua) Anderson, and Caitlin (Lee) Davis, Grandchildren: Ephram & Luella Marc, Austin, Collin, Patience and Chance Shilts, Charlotte & Theodore Anderson, Chloe & Zoey Davis, and lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.

Funeral Services will be held at New Hope Lutheran Church in Sand Creek, WI on Friday, March 25th at 10 am with visitation prior to the service starting at 9 am. Refreshments will be served following the service and private family burial.

Last Update: Mar 22, 2022 8:52 pm CDT