Kristi R. Welle, age 29, of Monticello, died unexpectedly due to a tragic accident on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at her home.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Maple Lake with visitation from 9:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Dingmann Funeral Care Chapel in Maple Lake. Fr. Kevin Magner will be the Celebrant and Fr. John Meyer will be the Concelebrant. Private family burial will follow at St. Edward's Catholic Cemetery in Elmdale. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 7 from 2:00-6:00 p.m. at Monticello VFW; in honor of Kristi, guests are encouraged to wear pink to the celebration.

Kristi Rose Welle was born on May 7, 1997, in St. Cloud, Minnesota to Michael and Sandra (Carlson) Welle. Kristi grew up in rural Monticello, where she cultivated her love for the outdoors. She was a 2015 graduate of Monticello High School. She was an active member of the Local 563 Laborers' Union.

A devoted family member and cherished friend, Kristi reveled in her role as an aunt and godmother to her beloved niece, Millie. She also shared a special bond with her four-legged companion, Rex, her black lab who was always by her side. Her adventures outdoors included hunting, fishing, and riding four-wheeler.

Known for her infectious spirit and love of pink, Kristi had a remarkable ability to light up any room she entered. Her laughter and warmth brought comfort and joy to all who knew her.

Kristi is survived by her parents, Mike and Sandy Welle of Monticello; brother, Kevin (Mady) Welle of Annandale; niece, Millie, and a nephew on the way; grandparents, Denis and Marlene Carlson of Elmdale and Ken and Kathy Welle of Holdingford; aunts and uncles, Brenda (Brett) Schuenke, Tom (Tammy) Welle, Sam (Amanda) Welle, Sara (Miah) Miller, Luke Welle, Rich (Kristy) Carlson, Karen (Todd) Russell, LyAnn (Bernie) Lashinski, Jeff (DaNell) Carlson, and Cathy (Doug) Reis; many cousins, other family members, coworkers, and friends; and her best 4-legged friend, Rex. She was preceded in death by her aunt, Kelly Welle.