John Eull

John Eull, age 71, of Brainerd, Minnesota passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 13, 2026, at Avera Granite Falls Hospital. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, September 27, 2026, from 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Luce Line Brewing in Plymouth, Minnesota.

John Gregory Eull was born October 21, 1954, to Selmer and Marian (Piram) Eull in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was the youngest of four children and grew up in Osseo, Minnesota. John attended school in Osseo, graduating with the Class of 1973. He was Athlete of the Year his senior year, being a three-sport player in basketball, baseball and football. He furthered his education at the University of Minnesota obtaining a Bachelor of Science degree.

John lived in Brooklyn Park and started working in pharmaceutical sales. The majority of his career was spent with Pfizer in the metro area. On October 19, 1990, John was united in marriage to Karen Soupir at St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Osseo, Minnesota. The couple then made their home in Plymouth and were blessed with their children, Ali and Jake.

In 2018, John and Karen moved to Camp Lake near Brainerd following their retirement. It was there that John found great joy in sitting on the deck with a beer, taking in the beauty of the lake, and enjoying pontoon rides. He loved to travel, watch sports, and tend to his lawn.

Above all, John cherished his family and friends. They were always his greatest priority, and he remained unwaveringly loving, kind, and humble throughout his life. His warmth and genuine care for others left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him.

John is survived by his wife, Karen Eull of Brainerd; daughter, Ali (Tom) Cahill of Elko New Market; son, Jake (Ellora Lalla) of Chicago, IL; grandson, Walker Cahill; siblings Mary (Dana) Brandt, Joseph (Darla) Eull; sister-in-law, Jeanne Eull; as well as many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Selmer and Marian Eull; brother, Mike Eull; nephew, Michael McNulty.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alzheimer’s Association would be appreciated.