With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Wayne Kilen (Newfolden, Minnesota), who passed away on April 13, 2024 at the age of 78. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wayne Kilen to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Alfred Kilen and Corrine Kilen (Haugen); his stepfather Jerry; his siblings, Donald, Roger, Marilyn and Edie; and his parents-in-law, Steve and Gladys.

He is survived by : his wife Shirley Chwialkowski; his sons, Scott Kilen (Darcie) and Jamie Kilen (Rachel); his grandchildren, Ashley Hettervig (Dustin) and Eric Kilen (Heather); his great grandchildren, Chase, Colton, Abagale and Grace; and his siblings, Connie Folden (Gene) and Joe Kilen. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.

Visitation was held on Thursday, April 18th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Friday, April 19th 2024 at 9:00 AM. A prayer was held on Thursday, April 18th 2024 at 7:00 PM at the Prayer Service Johnson Funeral Service - Thief River. A funeral service was held on Friday, April 19th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the Evagelical Free Church-Newfolden (128 2nd St, Newfolden, MN 56738).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson Funeral Services Inc