Kevin Pikula Obituary Kevin Pikula, 72, resident of Merrifield, MN died Friday, August 29, 2025 at Essentia Health Medical Center in Brainerd, MN. Kevin was born on May 7, 1953 to Victor and Alvina (Bushey) Pikula in Brainerd, MN. Kevin took pride in custom auto refinishing body work. He was quite creative and accomplished in his work. Kevin enjoyed family and friends and was entertaining in his gift to gab. He will be missed by many. He is preceded in death by his father, Victor, mother, Alvina, sisters, Ramona Roff and Donna Lackner; and brothers Randy Pikula and Rodney Pikula. Kevin is survived by his three sons, Kelly Pikula, Casey Pikula and Clayton Pikula; siblings, Gerald Pikula (Carol), Marcus Pikula (Nancy), Francis Pikula (Karen), sister Marilyn Turcotte (Charles); grandchildren, Cade and Corbin along with many nieces and nephews. Keeping with Kevin's wishes - cremation will take place and his ashes scattered in the wind on the land that he cherished. A 'Remembrance Gathering' is planned for the near future.