An obituary for Kathleen Dehmlow, published in *The Redwood Falls Gazette*, shocked readers with its personal grievances instead of a traditional tribute. Written by her two adult children, it aired deep family tensions, ending with a strikingly harsh statement.
Though the newspaper eventually removed the obituary after backlash, it had already gone viral. A family member, Dwight, confirmed its accuracy, noting Kathleen’s past mistake and remorse while criticizing the public airing of family issues.
The newspaper defended its decision to publish, citing no legal violations and promising a review. This incident underscores how obituaries, meant to honor lives, can sometimes expose unresolved family conflicts with wide-reaching consequences.