Emilie Good, age 84, of North Branch died peacefully at home September 1, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, September 13th at St. John Lutheran Church in Weber. A time for visiting will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in St. John Lutheran Cemetery in North Branch.
Emilie Jane Good was born October 2, 1940 in Dakota, Illinois to Clarence and Grace (Lameyer) Last. She graduated from Dakota High School in 1957.
On December 31, 1981 Emilie married Russell Good at Zion Lutheran Church in Arlington, Minnesota. They made their home in several places including Green Isle, MN, Grand Marais, MN and Black River Falls, WI, before moving to North Branch in 2008. Emilie was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Weber and was active in their Altar Guild. She was a fabulous cook and enjoyed nature and watching birds.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Russell; daughter, Teri (Jeff) Rasmussen; step-sons, Mike (Roxanne) Good and Robert (Wendy) Good; grandson, Tyler Bloom; step-grandchildren, Thomas, James, Evelyn and Nora Good; brother, Marvin Last; and by many other relatives and friends. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by a son, David Sorn; and 7 siblings.
Russell,
I am sorry for your loss. You and Mother were dedicated partners in life for over 44 years, I am certain your heart is heavy. I wish you peace & happiness as you continue your journey without her.
I will cherish the belly-aching laughter that I shared with her not long ago.
Teri
“And this is his command: to believe in the name of his Son, Jesus Christ, and to love one another as he commanded us.”
1 John 3:23
I’m so saddened by the news. This has been a trying couple of years for the family. I have so many fond memories of Em, Russell and David. Em taught me a lot about birds and gave me some good recipes. She always had carrots in the fridge for my dog when he stopped by for visits. She was one of the most stoic women I have ever met!
My thoughts and prayers to everyone,
Russel, I am so sad to learn today that Emilie has gone to join Dave. She was such a beautiful person and so lovely to me and Dave. I will never forget her humor and her jokes and all the things she taught me. I wish you can continue on your way serenely, she was so strong that she will watch over you, I am sure. All my prayers are for you and all the family.
Tésé – France
I will always remember the fun times I had spending time with my cousins under the loving care of my Aunt Em and Uncle Russ! Sending my love to your family and condolences during this difficult time.