Brady Gerald Ausland, age 20 of St. Francis, MN passed away in a tragic accident on March 28, 2025. Born July 26, 2004 in Coon Rapids, MN to Brian and Melissa Ausland. From his very first moments, it was clear to all that he had the most remarkable gift of bringing joy and light to everyone around him.

A proud 2023 graduate of St. Francis High School, Brady continued his education at T-15 Transition School. His journey was marked by a vibrant spirit  and easy smile, an infectious laugh and the purest enthusiasm for life. He absolutely touched everyone he encountered.

Brady had a wide range of interests that reflected his energetic and outgoing personality. He spent hours immersed in his favorite interests and activities that he loved: shooting his bow & arrow or air-soft guns, remote control cars, Naruto and Dragon Ball Z anime all captured his imagination and brought him entertainment and excitement.

He was a devoted fan of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and the Fast and Furious franchise — especially  the action hero Vin Diesel's character Dom, and Paul Walker's role as Brian O'Conner. Brady found inspiration in stories of strength, courage, bravery, loyalty, and adventure.

Most cherished were moments spent playing video games online with his buddies—a space where laughter flowed freely and friendships deepened. Brady's love for connection extended far beyond the screen; he had a gift for conversation and could talk to anyone with ease. Always smiling, always present, Brady's big heart made him loved by many.

Brady is deeply mourned by his father Brian; mother Melissa; brother Connor; sister Hailey; grandmother Marcia Johnson; and grandfather Wayne Jaquet. Aunts, uncles and many cousins. He will also be remembered by friends and many others whose lives he touched.

He now joins in rest with his grandfathers Ray Johnson and Jay Ausland, and grandmother Karen Jaquet.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 12 noon until 3 pm at Thurston-DeShaw Funeral Home, located at 13817 Jay St., NW, Andover, Minnesota 55304. A small prayer service will follow at approximately 3 PM. We kindly ask that you dress comfortably. If available, please proudly wear any Packers or Anime attire in honor of Brady.

Brady's memory will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew him—his laughter echoing in shared stories, his smile remembered in quiet moments. May his spirit continue to bring comfort until the day we are reunited again in peace and with  grace.

Honorary Pallbearers are his dearest friends: Brian Mccallson, Isaiah DeMars, Quinton Henrikson and Alex  Borkowski.

In Lieu of flowers we are setting up a memorial fund for the T15 program.