oy R. Brown, 51, passed away peacefully, on February 13, 2013, surrounded and cared for by her loving family and friends, Brown, after succumbing to a long-term illness.

Joy Renae Long was born in Austin, Minnesota, on October 9, 1961. After graduating in 1980, she moved to Houston, Texas. She was married to Paul Brown from 1984 to 2003. In 1993, she and her family moved to Lakeway, Texas. Joy lived with her brother and sister-in-law for the last 11 months.

Blessed with beauty, style and brilliance, Joy lived her life with a genuine passion for the "good life," fun and laughter. But her true beauty was her gift of generosity. Contributions to the Make a Wish Foundation, Juvenile Diabetes, and many more were common. However, it didn't stop there; recipients of her kindness and generosity include LTISD schools, teachers, her children’s friends and her friends and family.

She leaves loving memories to be cherished by her children Cassie and Eric Brown of Dallas; parents, Bob and Kay Long of Cumberland, Wisconsin; brother and sister-in-law, Curt and Debra Long; and niece, Ashlee Long, of Katy, Texas; nephew, Curtis, and his wife, Brittany Long of Houston, Texas.

A memorial service will be held at Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, 2400 Wilcrest Dr., Houston, TX 77042 at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19. In lieu of flowers or to post your condolences, please visit www.joysjourneyhome.com

The Comfort and Sweetness of Peace

After the clouds, the sunshine,
after the winter, the spring,
After the shower, the rainbow
For life is a changeable thing.
After the night, the morning,
bidding all darkness cease,
After life’s cares and sorrows,
the comfort and sweetness of peace

      —Helen Steiner Rice

Austin Daily Herald, 2/20/2013

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After a long and full life, Myrtle Larson, 96, died on Saturday, February 16, 2013, in Burnsville, Minnesota. She was a lifelong resident of the Adams community.

Myrtle Angeline Larson was born on March 17, 1916, in Marshall Township to Clarence and Marie (Tufte) Matteson. Myrtle was baptized and confirmed at Little Cedar Lutheran Church. She graduated from Adams High School in 1934. She lettered in girls basketball all four years. She attended Mankato Beauty School after high school.

In April 1935, she returned home after getting her beautician license and was employed at Walt's Beauty Salon in Austin. On November 6, 1938, she was married to Nomer J. Larson. They started farming on the John Matteson homestead. She was a farm wife and mother to seven children. They farmed in Marshall Township until retirement in 1980.

After Nomer's passing in the fall of 1993, she moved to assisted living in Adams. In August 2009, she moved to Augustana Emerald Crest in Burnsville, to be closer to a majority of her children.

Myrtle was a lifelong member of Little Cedar Lutheran Church. She was active in Circle and WELCA, and served on the Church Memorial Committee and in the Quilting Group. She was also a 4-H leader for the Lucky Clovers 4-H Club.

Myrtle was preceded in death by her husband, Nomer, in 1993; her parents; one sister, Corrine; a grandson, Duane Wigham Jr.; five brothers-in-law, Ober Larson, Leonard Tucker, Howard Herr, Curtis Larson and Douglas Thompson; and three sisters-in-law, Shirley Tucker, Ardis Herr and Verla Thompson.

She is survived by her seven children, Meridee (Duane) Wigham, Adams, Nylene (Ray) Newkirk, Wayzata, Minnesota, Coral (Keith) Ackman, Cosmos/Lake Lillian, Minnesota, Sue (John) Lupton, Maple Grove, Minnesota, Noel (Chris) Larson, Eagan, Minnesota, Lowell (Ruth) Larson, Hilton Head Island, S.C., Valerie (Tim) Altendorfer, Farmington, Minnesota.; 18 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law; and two sisters-in-law, Loris (Dorothy) Larson, of Austin, Minnesota, Daisy Larson of Onalaska, Wisconsin; several nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 23, at Little Cedar Lutheran Church with the Rev. Natacha Kemp officiating. Interment will be at Little Cedar Lutheran Cemetery, Adams. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Saturday for one hour before the service. Memorials may be sent to either Little Cedar Lutheran Church, 308 Lewison St. NW, Adams, MN 55909 or Augustana Emerald Crest, 451 E Travelers Trail, Burnsville, MN 55337.

Austin Daily Herald, 2/20/2013

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Georgia Selma Wesely, 90, passed away on February 18, 2013.

She was born Georgia Selma Olson on November 12, 1922, in rural Frost, Minnesota, to Ole G. Olson and Mary (Lagried) Olson. She was the youngest of six sisters. Georgia was a longtime employee as an executive secretary for Dick Diekema Construction Company, Albert Lea, Minnesota. Georgia enjoyed cooking, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Georgia is survived by her sons, Jerome (Kristin) Thiele of Modesto, California, and Galen (Ann) Thiele of Victoria, Minnesota; stepchildren Charles (Eunice) Wesely and Allan (Nancy) Wesely of Austin, Minnesota, Patricia (Kenneth) Thiele of North Mankato, Minnesota, and Elaine Wesely of Albert Lea, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren; and two nephews, Morris (Margaret) Haskins and Robert (Ruth) Haskins of Albert Lea, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by husbands Joseph Thiele (1969 - 2000) and Jerome Wesely (2003 - 2012); sisters Selma Olson, Sara Olson, Ora (Gilbert) Haskins, Lillian (Jesse) Amundson and Jeanette (Glenn) Murty; stepdaughter Yvonne (Kenneth) Thiele-Bell; grandson, Torre Halverson.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 23, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home, where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

Austin Daily Herald, 2/20/2013

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Tim Davidson, 51, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, February 18, 2013, at the Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, after a courageous four-year battle with lymphoma.

Tim was born April 2, 1961, in Austin, the son of Gary and Francine (Pensinger) Davidson. He graduated from Austin High School in the class of 1979. Tim was married to Karen Schaefer on November 10, 1979, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. As a child, he began working at the Davidson family business, Tiny’s Body Shop, and worked there as long as his health permitted.

Tim was an avid hockey fan, a supporter of Austin Youth Hockey and a member of several car clubs. He enjoyed restoring classic cars, drag racing and dirt car racing. He also liked golfing and snowmobiling, but his favorite thing of all was being grandpa to Shelby and Jaylee.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gary (Tiny) Davidson, and his grandparents.

Tim is survived by his wife, Karen Davidson, Austin; daughters and son-in-law, Sarah Davidson, Austin, Melissa and Brian Underhill, Rochester; granddaughters, Shelby and Jaylee; mother, Francine Davidson, Austin; sisters, Tammy Davidson, Rochester, Trisha Davidson, Austin; brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Dawn Davidson and their daughters, Cassidy and Allie, Austin; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, February 22 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with Father Paul Nelson officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and for one hour before the service on Friday morning. The family prefers memorials.

Austin Daily Herald online
February 21, 2013

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Mark Zipse, 65, of rural Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at his home.

Mark Dennis Zipse was born August 4, 1947, in New Hampton, Iowa, to James and Theresa (Langreck) Zipse. He attended Austin Public schools, graduating from Austin High School in 1965. From June 1965 to August 1968, he served on the USS Enterprise refueling jet planes. Following military service in the Navy, he worked at Golden Dairy in Austin. On September 6, 1969, he was united in marriage to Carolyn Ulland at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church. They lived by Corning for 29 years on the farm, and then moved to the Blooming Prairie area, living on a farm northwest of Blooming Prairie for the last five years. He was a custodian for 38 years at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church and Blooming Prairie schools. He loved to fish, hunt, collect coins, polish rocks and garden. Mark was a good provider for his family, and loved them very much. His grandchildren were the light of his life.

Survivors include his loving wife of 43 years, Carolyn of Blooming Prairie; two daughters, Kathryn Zipse (John Haberman) and Kristina (Richard) Ferguson, both of Blooming Prairie; one son, Robert Zipse of Blooming Prairie; his mother, Theresa Zipse, also of Blooming Prairie; six grandchildren Tyler, Jessica, Justin, Anna, Tiffany, Lacey and granddog Sadie; sister Karen (Dale) Ringhofer of Owatonna; brother Brian (Lisa) Zipse of Montgomery; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father James Zipse on February 29, 1992.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 23, 2013, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, Austin, with the Rev. Lindsay Stolen officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. American Legion Post 52 and VFW Post 878 are in charge of military rites. Worlein Blooming Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald online
February 21, 2013

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Pending notice:

Kenneth L. Tyrer, 93, Austin

Kenneth L. Tyrer, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 20, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Arrangements are pending with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Worlein Funeral Home website,
February 21, 2013

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Lorenze Carl Lundberg, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 20, 2013.

Lorenze, known as Clancy by family and friends, was born January 13, 1921, in Waverly, Iowa. He was the son of Oscar and Freida (Westendorf) Lundberg. He graduated from Waverly High, where he excelled in sports, especially basketball. He was married 61 years to his wife, Virginia. Together they raised 10 children.

Lorenze was a paint contractor and later worked at Beebe’s paint store in Waverly as an interior designer. He was a self-employed carpenter and lived in many of the homes he remodeled. His forte was refinishing furniture. From 1968 until his retirement, he was employed at Weyerhaeuser and served as the union president.

Lorenze was a member of St. Augustine church and the American Legion. He loved golfing, bowling, playing softball and fishing with family and friends. Lorenze and Virginia spent many years traveling with siblings and visiting their children in various states. A hidden talent few knew was writing poems to his wife along with drawing and painting pictures.

Lorenze loved his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and relatives. He was so proud of his children and grandchildren. He had a special spot in his heart for his nephew and niece, Bob and Veronica Theobald, who visited often and showed such generosity towards him. He had a smile, greeting and maybe even a witty remark for all the people he knew.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia Lundberg of Austin; eight children including daughters, Kenda (Bob) Tribble of Orofino, Idaho, Rebecca Lundberg of Austin, Renee (Todd) Olson of San Marino, Calif., Patricia (Bill) Bray of Carson City, Nev., Jacqueline (Loren) Walsh of Austin; sons, including Dale (Patty) Lundberg of Austin, Kim (Rebecca) Lundberg of Austin, Randy (Maren) Lundberg of Snohomish, Wash.; one daughter in-law, Jan (Ralph) Schrodermeier of Waverly, Iowa; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by two sons, Ron and Calvin; parents; mother-in-law; and father-in-law; seven brothers and sisters; and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Lorenze donated his body to the Department of Anatomy at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. He requested this gift to benefit the training and education of medical students. Blessed be the memory of a simple, humble, and loving man. A memorial Mass will be held in July 2013.

Austin Daily Herald
February 23, 2013

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Funeral notice: Lorenze Lundberg, 92

Lorenze Carl Lundberg, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 20, 2013.

Service: A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. July 20, 2013.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, July 16, 2013

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S. Lynn DeBoer, 85, of Stewartville, Minnesota, died on Thursday, February 21, 2013, of natural causes at his home.

Lynn was born on March 1, 1927, in Dexter, Minnesota, to Henry "Hank" and Helen (Bryza) DeBoer. He grew up on the family farm in Dexter, Minnesota, and attended rural schools. Lynn was a veteran and served in the U.S. Army for two years. Lynn was married on Oct. 19, 1947, in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, to Ruth O. Gilbert. They lived in Grand Meadow before moving to Austin, Minnesota; Spring Valley, Minn.; Reedsburg, Wisconsin; and settling in Stewartville, following his retirement in 1990.

Lynn was a buttermaker and supervisor/engineer for Wisconsin Dairies, now known as Foremost Farms USA until he retired in 1990.

Lynn was married to Ruth for 49 years. Ruth DeBoer died on February 22, 1996. He married Angeline Gilbert Buschmann on January 10, 1998. They were married for 13 years. Angeline died on February 28, 2011.

Lynn was a member of the Stewartville United Methodist Church. He enjoyed woodworking, golfing, traveling and gardening.

Lynn is survived by his daughter, Mary (Robert) Howard of rural Stewartvill; son Thomas (Kathy) of Rochester, Minnesota; three grandchildren Laurie, Susan, and Jennifer; eight great-grandchildren; one sister, Viola Stahl of Austin; two step-daughters, Sandra (Richard) Schwartz of Atlanta, Georgia, and Carol (Paul Widergren) Gratton of Harrison, Arkansas; five step-grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his wives, Ruth and Angeline; his parents; two sisters and four brothers.

The funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, February 25, 2013, at the United Methodist Church in Stewartville with the Rev. Wane Souhrada officiating. Burial will follow at Dexter Cemetery in Dexter.

Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, February 24, 2013, at Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday morning. Arrangements are with Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville.

Austin Daily Herald
February 23, 2013

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Pending notice: Loddy Maly, 58, Austin

Loddy Maly, 58, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at Mayo Health Systems Hospital in Austin. Arrangements are pending with Mayer Funeral Home.

Austin Herald - 10:35am Wednesday,
February 20, 2013

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Funeral notice: Loddy Maly III, 58, Austin

Lonny Maly III, 58, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at Mayo Health Systems Hospital in Austin.

Service: Funeral services for Loddy Maly III, 58, of Austin, will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at Mayer Funeral Home in Austin.

Visitation: Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the Funeral Home.

Austin Daily Herald
February 23, 2013

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Loddy James Maly III, 58 1954-2013

Loddy James Maly III, 58, of Austin, Minnesota, died February 19, 2013, at Mayo Health Systems Hospital in Austin.

He was born July 19, 1954, in Austin, Minnesota, to Loddy Maly II and Patricia Ann Gerhart Maly.

Loddy enjoyed taking long trips with his wife on his Harley. He was a mechanic for more than 35 years and worked for Usems for 30 years.

He was awarded several certificates for working with diesel and other specialty mechanics. Loddy and Liz were married in Sioux Falls, S.D. and from a previous marriage he has two sons: Chris and Matt Maly. He loved his family and friends very much and helped a lot of people.

He was preceded in death by his father Loddy Maly II, grandparents Herman and Alice Miller, Loddy Maly Sr., Edward Gerhart, Jr. and Beatrice Gerhart, uncle Richard Maly, cousins, aunts and uncles.

Loddy is survived by his wife Liz, sons Chris and Matt, brother Dan (Barb) Maly, mother Patty Maly, stepdaughters Elisha and Jenny, grandchildren: Cayden, Paige and James Maly, and aunts and uncles.

Funeral services for Loddy Maly III will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at Mayer Funeral Home in Austin with visitation one hour prior to services. Interment will take place at Grandview Cemetery in Austin.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.mayerfh.com.

Austin Daily Herald
February 25, 2013

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Donna Jean (Graves) Salisbury, 66, of Fernly, Nevada, and formerly of Brownsdale, Minnesota, died Friday, February 22, at Apache Junction, Arizona.

Salisbury was born on June 7, 1947, in Austin, Minnesota, to Donald and Marian (Selix) Graves. She married Donald Salisbury on August 22, 1977.

A 1965 Hayfield High School graduate, Salisbury also graduated from the Austin Technical School nursing program and served in the Army in 1966 and 1967. She worked as an LPN at St. Olaf Hospital where she met her husband.

Salisbury enjoyed traveling with Donald on their Goldwing motorcycle. She enjoyed their many travels in their motor home, especially enjoying vacations with their children and families to Willits, Calif. She loved sewing, quilting, reading and spending winter months in Apache Junction.

She is survived by her husband, Donald; three sons, Darin (Wendy) Salisbury, Derrick (Jenny) Salisbury, and David (Bianca) Salisbury, all of Fernly, Nevada; Two sisters, Bobbi (Dean) Thompson, of Ames, Iowa, and Marcia (David) Vold, of Faribault, Minnesota; four brothers, Jay Graves, of Reno, Nevada, David Graves, of Rochester, Minnesota, Jerry (Janet) Graves, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, and Bradley (Bernadine) Graves, of Albert Lea, Minnesota; one uncle, Donald (Susan) Selix, of Arizona; three brothers and sisters-in-law, Joann Olson, of Calif., Jean (Larry) Lester, and Jerry, (Mary Anne) Salisbury, both of Owatonna, Minnesota, 11 grandchildren, Dylan, of Appleton, Wis., Sasha, Megan, Drue, Ethan, Dani, Chase, Devon, Dakota, Haley, and Breanna, all of the Fernly/Reno area, one great-granddaughter, Sophia, of Fernly, Nev., many nieces and nephews.

Salisbury is preceded in death by her parents, Don and Marian; nephew Mike Thompson, grandparents and in-laws.

Donna was cremated with no funeral service. An interment is to be held at a later date at Veterans Cemetery in Fernly, Nevada. A Wise Choice Cremation and Funeral Services, of Mesa, Arizona, is handling the arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald
February 25, 2013

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(March 17, 1929 - February 23, 2013)

Walter R. Leiker, 83 of Austin, Minnesota, formerly of San Diego, California, died Saturday, February 23, 2013 under the wonderful care of Sacred Heart Care Center, Austin, Minnesota.

Walter Raymond Leiker was born on March 17, 1929 at Ellis, Kansas, to Alex and Rosa (Unrein) Leiker; he was the youngest of ten children. He graduated from Herbert Hoover High School in San Diego, California, and received a BBA from National University. Walter was a gas turbine design engineer for 36 years with Solar Turbines, Inc., retiring in 1985. After retirement, he worked at Northrop Grumman Corp. for five years as a design engineer.

He was preceded in death by his parents Alex P. and Rosa Leiker, ex-wife Betty Leiker, daughter Beth Leiker, brothers Aloysius Leiker, Joseph Leiker, Father Alexander Leiker, Nicholas Leiker, August Leiker, William Leiker, Anthony Leiker and his sister Eleanor Iwankovitsch.

Walter is survived by his daughter: Kim Peterson and her husband Wayne of Dexter, Minnesota; son: Steve Leiker and his wife Dee of Somerset, California; grandchildren: Chelsie Peterson of Dexter, Minnesota, Erin Leiker of Burbank, California, and Colin Leiker of Chico, California; brother: Rudolph Leiker and his wife Joyce of San Diego, California; nieces and nephews.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 28th at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is assisting with arrangements.

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website - February 25, 2013

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(February 15, 1923 - February 23, 2013)

Olive S. Simonson, age 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, February 23, 2013 at Prairie Manor in Blooming Prairie.

Olive was born February 15, 1923, near Hayward, Minnesota, to Oliver and Susan (Ellegaard) Hanson. On May 12, 1946, Olive married Jay Simonson in Hayward. Olive loved going to garage sales, flowers, gardening, and trips to the casino (even if she wouldn't admit it). She enjoyed spending her winters in Yuma, Arizona. Olive especially loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Wherever she went, Olive was always glad to lend a helping hand.

She was preceded in death by her husband Jay, two brothers and two sisters.

Olive is survived by her children: Barry (Earlene) Simonson, Austin, Minnesota; Sharon (James) Mead, Park Rapids, Minnesota; Barbara (Alan) Cook, Glenville, Minnesota; Shirley (James) Johnson, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; Bradley (Lisa) Simonson, Owatonna, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin with The Reverend Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the service at the church on Saturday morning.

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#2: Olive S. (Hanson) Simonson 1923-2013

Olive S. Simonson, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, February 23, 2013, at Prairie Manor in Blooming Prairie.

Olive was born February 15, 1923, near Hayward, Minnesota, to Oliver and Susan (Ellegaard) Hanson. On May 12, 1946, Olive married Jay Simonson in Hayward, Minnesota. Olive loved going to garage sales, flowers, gardening, and trips to the casino (even if she wouldn’t admit it). She enjoyed spending her winters in Yuma, Arizona. Olive especially loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Wherever she went, Olive was always glad to lend a helping hand.

She was preceded in death by her husband Jay, two brothers and two sisters.

Olive is survived by her children: Barry (Earlene) Simonson, Austin, Minnesota; Sharon (James) Mead, Park Rapids, Minnesota; Barbara (Alan) Cook, Glenville, Minnesota; Shirley (James) Johnson, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; Bradley (Lisa) Simonson, Owatonna, Minnesota; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, March 2, 2013, at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin with Reverend Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour before the service at the church on Saturday morning.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald
February 26, 2013

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Delbert Dean Saman, 72, of Portland, Oregon, died February 10, 2013, after a long illness.

Delbert was born on April 14, 1940, to Tony and Emma Saman. He was married to Susan Carter Saman. Delbert was very active in the musical community in Austin and pursued his love of music throughout his life.

He is survived by his wife, Susan, and sisters Victoria Bjortomt, of Waterloo, Iowa, and Susan Woodle, of Sarasota, Fla. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service will be held March 2, at St. Patrick's Church in Portland.

Austin Daily Herald
February 26, 2013

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Lyle W. Hanson, 92, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Monday morning, February 25, 2013, at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota.

He was born September 2, 1920, in Newry Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota, to Aldine and Aura (Berg) Hanson. Lyle graduated from Blooming Prairie High School. From November 1942 to October 1945, he served as a lieutenant in the United States Navy as a pilot. On June 23, 1956, he married Evelyn Walk in Adams, Minnesota. Lyle lived and farmed in the Hayfield and Blooming Prairie area. The couple raised two children. A member of Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, Lyle served on the church council. He enjoyed fishing and watching the Minnesota Twins. Lyle was also a member of the American Legion Post 52 in Blooming Prairie.

Survivors include his sons, Lyndon Hanson of Coppell, Texas and Jamie Hanson of Blooming Prairie; two grandchildren, Evan and Philip; siblings Luther (Gloria) Hanson of Scottsdale, Arizona, Doris Samuelson of Elbow Lake, Minnesota, Dale (Austra) Hanson of Blooming Prairie; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Aldine and Aura Hanson; his wife Evelyn in 2003; his brother Kasper, and his sister Lorna.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, February 28, 2013, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church in Austin, with Rev. Lindsay Stolen officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27, at Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Red Oak Grove Cemetery, with military rites by American Legion Post 52 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 878 of Blooming Prairie. Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald
February 26, 2013

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Paul Frederick Wachlin, 88, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, died Sunday, February 24, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System — Albert Lea and Austin.

He was born February 12, 1925, in Waltham Township, Minnesota, to Otto and Martha (Heikes) Wachlin. Paul attended school in Brownsdale and at Trinity Lutheran School, graduating from Austin High School in 1944. He farmed with his dad and worked at various jobs in the area. On June 14, 1951, Paul was united in marriage to Adeline Wuertz at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham. The couple raised five children. They lived and farmed in Waltham Township until moving to Brownsdale in 1999. Paul was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham and in his community. He enjoyed visiting with friends, reading, working in his shop, and spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Adeline Wachlin of Brownsdale; his children Muriel (David) Polzin of Norwood Young America, Minnesota, Mark Wachlin of Austin, Julie (Mark) Endorf of Ham Lake, Minnesota, Susan (Jim) Anderson of Rochester; 11 grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Donald (Alpha) Wuertz of Longmont, Colorado, Marilyn (Marcus) Simantel of Seaside, Oregon, Linda (Larry) Stoterau of Orange, California.

He was preceded in death by his son and daughter-in-law David F. and Lynda A. (Bohr) Wachlin on August 3, 2004, his parents Otto and Martha Wachlin, brothers Donald (Anita) Wachlin and Marvin (Annie) Wachlin, a brother in infancy, sister Lois (Orin) Holmes.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham with Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Waltham. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald
February 26, 2013

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Dorothy Marie Lockie, 91, of Osage and formerly of Austin, died Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, at the Faith Home in Osage, Iowa.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2013, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage with Monsignor John Hemann officiating. Burial will be in the Osage Cemetery. Public visitation will be held from 9:30 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage.

Dorothy was born April 3, 1921, in Riceville, Iowa, the daughter of Francis and Martha (Dettmer) Regan. She graduated from Riceville High School in 1940. On September 19, 1944, she married Charles W. Lockie in Riceville. They lived in the Osage area, and later lived in Arizona, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Austin, Minnesota She enjoyed painting, music, singing, ballroom dancing and horse riding.

Dorothy is survived by her son, Michael (Janet) Lockie of Austin, Minnesota; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Judy (Bill) Loucks of Manhattan, Kansas; and sister-in-law, Betty Regan of Charles City.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charles Lockie in 2007; her daughter, Michelle Hodina in 2007; and brothers, Vernon and James Regan.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com.

Austin Daily Herald
February 27, 2013

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Carolyn (Carol) Sue Nelson, 61, of Baxter, Minnesota, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, February 23, 2013, at her home with her family around her. She fought a courageous six-year battle with cancer, never once complaining. She was the strongest woman we ever knew. She will be greatly missed. She was born on September 22, 1951, in Tennessee.

Carol enjoyed motorcycle riding with her husband, fishing, and playing cards. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family. She enjoyed being with her 12 grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was blessed to be married for many years to the love of her life.

Survivors include her husband David (Dave) Nelson of Baxter, Minnesota, a sister, Martha (Bill) Lamb of North Carolina, four daughters, Tina Nelson of Pillager, Minn., Peggy Hanson of Lyle, Minn., Sherry Nelson (Roger Staupe) of Lyle, Minn., Carey (Fred) Bos of Brainerd, Minn., her grandchildren, Corey Nelson, Christy Hanson, Nicole Hanson, Brittany Nelson, Courtney Nelson, Douglas Nelson, Cody Hanson, David Bos, Kyle Hanson, Kayla Bos, Anthony Bos and Trevor Bos, her great grandchildren, Jada Tucker-Nelson, Kailyn Bissen, Blayke Nelson, Carollynn Tucker Nelson, Maci Rigsbee, Liam Kiker, and Cecilia Martin due to arrive in July. Also aunt and uncle and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother Mary Creppel and her grandmother Lena Haynes.

Memorial service is to be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Lunch will follow the memorial service. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald
February 27, 2013

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Stella (Dolgner) Mentel, 97, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away February 21, 2013, at Adams Health Care Center.

She was born February 2, 1916, in Lemond Township, Steele County, the second daughter and third child of Henry Christoph Rudolph Dolgner, German immigrant from Timkenberg, Mecklenburg-Schwerin and his wife Anna (Karsten) Dolgner. Stella attended country school in School District 36, Lemond township and completed confirmation classes at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Meriden, where she was confirmed April, 1930.

Stella labored on her parent's farm until 1935, the year after her father's death, when she and her mother relocated to 317 North Maple, Owatonna. After five years of working odd jobs, Stella secured employment as a sewing machine operator at the Harley Huber Glove Factory in Owatonna where she worked with skill and pride from 1940 through 1948.

Stella was united in marriage to Harry Aloysius Mentel on November 25, 1948, at St. Hyacinth's Catholic Church in Owatonna and moved to Austin with him in 1949. They settled permanently on acreage a mile east of the Austin airport. Stella thereafter devoted her time to homemaking, tending animals and raising her two daughters. She converted to Catholicism in 1952 but expressed a lifelong devotion to both of her faiths.

Stella was an epicure and an accomplished dessert cook. Her frosted prune rolls were legendary. She also had a great affinity to animals, particularly fowl, and raised hundreds of bantam chickens, ducks and geese over the decades.

Stella’s last two years were spent at the Adams Healthcare Center, where she continued to love life. She was known for her gentleness with the staff. She wished to be remembered as a good person who was dedicated to her daughters.

Stella was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her siblings Elsie (Mrs. Clarence Nelson) and Ewald Dolgner, both of Owatonna; her pet goose Ozzie and her toy poodle Tina.

Stella is survived by her daughters: Stella (Mrs. Tatsuroh Yamazki) of Tokyo, Japan and Sherry Mentel of Oakdale, Minnesota and by a large family of devoted nieces and nephews, including Joyce Nelson, Joann Nelson Buck, Shirley Nelson Sobrack, Karen Dolgner Sarazine and Yvonne Dolgner, all from the Owatonna area.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 6 p.m. Rosary on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2013, at Mayer Funeral Home in Austin where friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be at 3 p.m. on Friday in St. Paul's Lutheran Church Cemetery in Meriden, Minnesota, Memorials are preferred to the Salvation Army.

Condolences for the family may be left at: www.mayerfh.com

Austin Daily Herald
February 27, 2013

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Beatrice Dankert, 97, of Austin, Minnesota, died at Sacred Heart Care Center on Tuesday, February 26, 2013.

Beatrice was born in Little Turkey, Iowa, to Anton and Mary (Jarosh) Novotny. As a young woman, Bea moved to Austin where she met and married John Dankert. She and John had three sons, Wayne, Larry and Allen. After raising her children, she worked as a housekeeper at St. Mark's Nursing Home and as a manager of the Student Letter Exchange.

Bea was a charter member and lifelong volunteer at Queen of Angels Parish. She volunteered at Sacred Heart Care Center, the Philomatheon Book Store, the Salvation Army and the Austin Hospital. She was a member of the Austin Art and Travel Club and enjoyed traveling during her retirement.

Her parents, her husband and her youngest son, Allen, preceded her in death.

She is survived by her son, Wayne (Mary) of New York, N.Y.; her son Larry of Faribault, Minnesota; and granddaughters Sarah (Cory) Kim-Tomcek of Hoboken New Jersey and Dr. Nicole (David) Hsu of New York.

A wake will be held Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Mayer Funeral Home and 30 minutes prior to the funeral Mass on Friday. A rosary and prayer service officiated by Father Tupper will be held at Thursday's wake at 5 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at Queen of Angels Church with burial immediately after at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Austin Daily Herald
February 28, 2013

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Beatrice Dankert

Date Of Birth: October 1, 1915
Date Of Death: February 26, 2013

Beatrice Dankert of Austin, Minnesota died at Sacred Heart Care Center on Tuesday, February 26, 2013. She was 97 years old.

Born in Little Turkey, Iowa to Anton and Mary (Jarosh) Novotny. As a young woman Bea moved to Austin where she met and married John Dankert. She and John had three sons, Wayne, Larry and Allen. After raising her children she worked as a housekeeper at St. Mark's Nursing Home and as a manager of the Student Letter Exchange.

Bea was a charter member and lifelong volunteer at Queen of Angels Parish. She volunteered as Sacred Heart Care Center, the Philomathian Book Store, the Salvation Army and the Austin Hospital. She was a member of the Austin Art and Travel Club and enjoyed traveling during her retirement.

Her parents, her husband and her youngest son, Allen, preceded her in death.

She is survived by her son, Wayne (Mary) of New York, New York, her son Larry of Faribault, Minnesota; granddaughter, Sarah (Cory) Kim-Tomcek of Hoboken, New Jersey, granddaughter, Dr. Nicole (David) Hsu of New York, New York.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Raul Silva officiating. There will be a 5 pm CCW rosary and a 7 pm wake service on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 5-7 pm and also 1/2 hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Mayer Funeral Home website
March 9, 2013

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Diane Marie King, 61, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, died Thursday, February 28, 2013, at her home.

Diane was born on March 19, 1951, in New Hampton, Iowa, to Oral and Winnifred (Katcher) Phippen. She attended St. Williams Catholic School in Alta Vista, Iowa, and graduated from New Hampton Public High School, New Hampton, Iowa, in 1969. On February 5, 1972, she married Paul King at St. Bernard's Church in Alta Vista. Diane was a daycare provider for 31 years.

She enjoyed fishing, camping, reading, playing games and cards with the kids, relaxing at the cabin up north, Hot Rod rides, making homemade bread and spending time with family and friends. Diane was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, the Rosary Society and the Choir. She helped organize the Rose Creek Charity Drive for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oral and Winnie Phippen; brother, Ed Phippen; mother and father-in-law Philip and Marie King; brothers-in-law Dale Carter and Jerry Larson; niece Jennifer King and nephew Jason Wolff.

Diane is survived by her husband, Paul King, Rose Creek; children, Brian King, Stewartville, Minn.; Jolyn (Paul) Harvey, Rose Creek; and John King, Stewartville; granddaughters Megan and Heather Harvey.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 4, 2013, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Rose Creek with Father Thomas Loomis officiating. Interment will be at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery in Rose Creek. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Sunday from 3 to 7 p.m. with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. and on Monday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials.

Austin Daily Herald - March 1, 2013

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Viola J. Anderson, 94, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at Adams Health Care Center, Adams, Minnesota.

Viola June Peterson was born February 4, 1919, in Belmond, Iowa, to Richard and Mina (McDonald) Peterson. Viola attended school in Austin, Minn. On March 14, 1936, she was united in marriage to Kenneth A. Anderson in Austin. The couple raised seven children. They farmed in the Oakland/Albert Lea and Rose Creek area. A member of Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church in Lyle, Viola was a member of WELCA. She enjoyed quilting, making more than 120 quilt tops. She also enjoyed cooking, baking, and gardening. Her smile touched everybody.

Survivors include her children, Lois Rogers of Unity, Wis., Erlys Edelstein of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, Dale (Joan) Anderson of Rose Creek, Marilyn (Duane) Lee of Rochester, Minnesota, Duane (Vicky) Anderson of Sun Prairie, Wis., David (Carol) Anderson of Lyle, Minnesota, Doreen (Tim) Carroll of Lyle; 24 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; sisters Darlene Berhow, Oakland, Minn., and Carla Miller of Onamia, Minn.; several nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Mina Peterson; her husband Kenneth A. Anderson in 1988; sons-in-law Gaylen Rogers and Harlowe Edelstein; granddaughter Robin, grandson Gary; two great-grandchildren; two sisters; and four brothers-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, March 4, 2013, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Lyle, with Pastor Lydia Mittag and Pastor Barbara Finley-Shea officiating. Visitation will be held at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Six Mile Grove Cemetery. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald - March 1, 2013

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Eugene J. "Tubby" Johnson, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013, at the Field Crest Care Center, Hayfield, Minnesota.

Eugene was born February 2, 1926, at Mabel, Minnesota, the son of Joseph and Winnie (Fischer) Johnson. He attended country school in the Mabel area. Eugene worked various jobs including working on the Alaskan Highway. He served in the U.S. Army from 1945 to 1946. On January 7, 1946, he was married to Ione Omodt at the Riceford Lutheran Church Parsonage at Riceford, Minn. In 1949, the Johnson’s moved to Austin where "Tubby" worked for the Hormel Foods Company for 33 1/2 years.

Eugene was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, camping, fly fishing for trout and walleye fishing. He also enjoyed doing woodworking. He was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church and served as an usher for 30 years. He was also a member of Olaf B. Damn Post No. 1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He was a loving husband, father, grandpa and great grandpa.

He was preceded in death by his son, Gary Lee Johnson in 1990; brothers, Carroll Shepherd, Emery Shepherd, Darryl Johnson, Harley Johnson; two infant brothers; and sister Lela Johnson.

Eugene is survived by his wife, Ione Johnson, Austin; children, Joel (Evelyn) Johnson, Spring Grove, Minn.; Linda Koski, Waltham, Minn.; Dennis Johnson, Mabel, Minn.; Wayne “Butch” Johnson (Sandy Diggins), Spring Grove; grandchildren, Dustin (Charrisa) Koski, Weston (Crystal) Koski, Leslee (Tyler) Swenson, Brent (Leslie) Johnson, Laura Johnson, Amy Johnson, Jason Johnson, Wendy Johnson; 13 great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with the Rev. Glenn L. Monson officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery with Olaf B. Damm Post No. 1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars in charge of military rites. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements. Honorary bearers will be Dustin Koski, Weston Koski, Leslee Swenson, Brent Johnson, Laura Johnson, Amy Johnson, Jason Johnson, Wendy Johnson and Scott Marshall.

Austin Daily Herald - March 1, 2013

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Tess Marie Landherr, 16, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 27, 2013, from injuries sustained in an auto accident.

Tess was born on August 22, 1996, in Austin, Minnesota, to Joseph and Kimberly (Reed) Landherr, and grew up in Rose Creek. Tess was a junior at Southland High School. She loved to dance. Tess was on the Southland Dance Team and was a member of Just for Kix dance for almost 13 years. Tess was active in volleyball and softball and was a member of the Southland band and drumline. Tess was also a lifeguard at the Town and Country Swimming Pool.

Tess loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She enjoyed hunting with her father and brother Cameron and enjoyed playing music with her brother Kelvin. Tess especially loved spending time with her mom, going on road trips, putting together puzzles and doing just about anything they could come up with. The whole family enjoyed going to Tess’ extra-curricular activities. She was a spirited young lady who always brought energy into everything she did. Tess had an infectious laugh that will be missed dearly by all. While Tess was only with us a short time, she and her smile will live in our hearts forever.

Tess is survived by her parents, Joseph and Kimberly (Reed) Landherr; two brothers, Cameron and Kelvin Landherr, Rose Creek; maternal grandparents, Frank (Don) and Esther Reed, Rose Creek; paternal grandmother, Barbara Landherr, Rose Creek; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, who loved her dearly.

Tess was preceded in death by her grandfather, Norbert Landherr; cousin, Peter Landherr; and great-grandparents on both sides.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, 2013, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Rose Creek with Father Tom Loomis officiating. There will be a 3:30 p.m. rosary and a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Saturday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

Austin Daily Herald - March 1, 2013

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ADAMS, MINNESOTA - A 16-year-old girl has died of injuries suffered when her car collided with a school bus in southern Minnesota. A passenger in the car was severely injured in the crash Wednesday afternoon near Adams in Mower County.

Sheriff's officials identify the girl as Tess Landherr. Authorities say the car she was driving spun out of control on an icy road and hit the school bus.

A Southland school district administrator says the school children and bus driver weren't seriously hurt, although some may have minor injuries.

The Austin Daily Herald ( http://bit.ly/ZDePXL) says Landherr and the passenger were taken by ambulance to a Rochester hospital. Landherr did not survive.

Officials of Southland Public Schools did not know how many students were on the bus or the extent of their injuries.

Source: Startribune.com

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Rose Creek girl, 16, dies in car-bus crash near Adams

ADAMS, MINNESOTA - A 16-year-old girl died Wednesday after the car she was driving collided with a school bus on an icy road about two miles west of Adams in Mower County.

Tess M. Landherr, of Rose Creek, was northbound on Minnesota Highway 56 when she lost control of the vehicle because of road and weather conditions, and was struck by the southbound bus, according to a Minnesota State Patrol report.

A passenger in the car, Anna Bruggeman, 15, of Rose Creek, was transported to Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester with what the report describes as serious injuries.

The crash occurred at about 3:20 p.m. near Mower County Road 5. Road conditions at the time were described as icy, with blowing and drifting snow in the area.

Poor conditions are also being cited for another fatal crash late Wednesday night in a rollover involving two vehicles on Interstate 90, according to a state patrol report. The crash was at milepost 200 and was reported at 11:36 p.m. I-90 was closed for several hours as the state patrol reconstructed the accident. No further information was available this morning.

About 50 students from Southland Elementary School in Rose Creek were aboard the school bus, which was driven by Kim A. Bissen, 41. None of the elementary students were seriously injured, said Superintendent Steve Sallee, but an 8-year-old girl, Rachel Heller, whose address isn't included in the report, suffered minor injuries and was treated at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin. Bissen also escaped injury, Sallee said.

Landherr, Bruggeman and Bissen were wearing their seat belts, according to the state patrol report.

The students on the bus were transported by another bus to the Adams Fire Hall, where parents arrived in a steady stream until the final student was picked up at about 5 p.m. Minnesota 56 was closed for about four hours as the crash was investigated.

Eric Padilla, 8, of Dexter, was on the bus at the time of the crash. "I didn't get hurt or anything," he said. "The driver told us, 'Just stay calm.' I wasn't scared."

His brother, Alex Padilla, said his mother heard about the accident, then called home to see if Eric had been dropped off. His father then called the school and learned that Eric was safe. "I'm just glad he's OK," Alex Padilla said.

Landherr was a member of the Southland Dance Team, and was recently named All-Conference. The dance team banquet, scheduled for tonight, has been canceled. Condolences and remembrances were posted to Landherr's Facebook page and friends were tweeting similar sentiments, as well was childhood photos of Landherr on Twitter.

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ADAMS, MINNESOTA -- Funeral plans are set for a teen girl killed in a Wednesday afternoon crash.

The funeral for 16-year-old Tess Landherr will be Sunday at 1pm at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Rose Creek. Visitation will be from 3:30-6:30 pm on Saturday at Mayer Funeral Home in Austin.

The Minnesota State Patrol says Landherr was driving, lost control of her vehicle and collided head-on with an oncoming school bus on Wednesday afternoon. Landherr died in the accident and the passenger, 15-year-old Anna Bruggeman, is listed in critical condition.

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It is something those at Southland did not think would happen to them. So school leaders gathered Wednesday night to figure out how to run their school day.

On any other day the hallways are filled with the sounds of happy students making their way to class. On this day, it is all different.

"It's overwhelming sadness in our hallways, we have a lot of people, a lot of kids and staff members, we're a close-knit family here at Southland and everybody knows everybody so this has hit us very, very hard," said Steve Sallee, Superintendent at Southland Schools. Rural districts like Southland often rely on their neighboring districts for help during tough times.

"We reached out to some other area schools for some support. Austin Public Schools actually sent over their entire crisis team. We've got all their social workers, councilors, even their high school principal came over to relieve our high school principal so he could be out in classrooms and getting around today," Sallee said. A few other schools have offered their support in Southland's time of need.

"We have a lot of things in place today so kids have a place to go, they've got people to talk to and nobody should be alone," Sallee said. While there may be extra support on hand, teachers are also playing their part on counselor.

"Best thing I can do is to be there and listen, just be there for them. I have not had all of the training, you know, I'm a high school teacher and I deal with things the kids have day in and day out," said Ethan Riggin, a Social Studies teacher at Southland. But Thursday he had to deal with more than his normal load.

"The class that I start of the day with is the class that Tess is in and it was all juniors so it was all of her classmates and that class was very rough," Riggin said.

As impossible as it may be, they are trying to keep on track with the school's daily routine.

"We're running through our normal class schedule but with a lot of flexibility, kids are able to leave the classrooms if they need to. We told teachers that there really are no rules today on how to run your classrooms so just go with the flow and do what you need to do," Sallee said.

Thursday's dance team awards banquet was cancelled. Tess was part of the team. There will be a "Yellow-Out for Tess" in Mankato for the girls' basketball game Friday night.

Sallee says the last he heard, Bruggeman was going into surgery. She is listed in critical condition but he says the prognosis is pretty good.

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NOTE:Some sources indicate that Tess had been texting while driving that day.

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Date Of Birth: January 15, 1927
Date Of Death: February 24, 2013

Grace C. Bernardy, age 86, of Austin, died Sunday, February 24, 2013 at the home of her daughter, Kathy Walsh of St. Cloud, Minnesota, surrounded by her five children.

Grace was born in Ghent, Minnesota on January 15, 1927 to Charles M. and Bernice (Korcal) Janis.

She was married June 3, 1948 to Frank Bernardy in Ghent, Minnesota. Grace and Frank moved to Austin to work and raise five children. Grace's first year of teaching was in a one room school house teaching 1st through 8th grades, and she later worked as a tax preparer. She loved to quilt with her friends and continued playing in a bridge club until two months ago.

Survivors include her five children, Janis (Greg) McDonald, Mike Bernardy, Mary Bernardy (Don Hagan), Paul Bernardy (Tiffany Phelps), Kathryn (John) Walsh; 13 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank; mother, Bernice and father, Charles Janis; brothers, Robert, Clarence, Raymond, and James Janis.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 8, 2013 at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

Mayer Funeral Home website - March 2, 2013

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Grace Bernardy, 86, Austin

Grace C. Bernardy, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, February 24, 2013, at the home of her daughter, Kathy Walsh of St. Cloud, Minnesota, surrounded by her five children.

Grace was born in Ghent, Minnesota, on January 15, 1927, to Charles M. and Bernice (Korcal) Janis. She was married June 3, 1948, to Frank Bernardy in Ghent. Grace and Frank moved to Austin to work and raise five children. Grace’s first year of teaching was in a one room school house teaching first through eighth grades, and she later worked as a tax preparer. She loved to quilt with her friends and continued playing in a bridge club until two months ago.

Survivors include her five children, Janis (Greg) McDonald, Mike Bernardy, Mary Bernardy (Don Hagan), Paul Bernardy (Tiffany Phelps), Kathryn (John) Walsh; 13 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank; mother, Bernice; father, Charles Janis; brothers, Robert, Clarence, Raymond and James Janis.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 8, 2013, at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

Austin Daily Herald - March 4, 2013

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(July 15, 1921 - March 1, 2013)

Jane E. Reeve, 91 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, March 1, 2013 at the Good Samaritan Society Care Center, Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Jane Elizabeth Helm was born in Burlington, Iowa on July 15, 1921 to Adolph and Louva (Westfall) Helm. She graduated valedictorian from Oakville Iowa High School in 1939. She graduated from Iowa State University in 1943 with a degree in economics. She later earned her education degree from Mankato State Teachers College.

Jane worked on the east coast during World War II for the insurance industry as a claims adjuster. She married Burt Reeve in 1947 in Owatonna, Minnesota. They moved to Austin in 1954. Jane taught various high school subjects in the Elkton and Southland school districts for 20 years.

She was active in BPW, Austin Boating Club, Hormel Nature Center, Mower County Humane Society and Friendship Force. She was an avid bird watcher and was always feeding her little friends. She was a world traveler and for years enjoyed the company of her many Dachshund dogs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Louva Helm, and her loving husband, Burt.

Jane is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Dr. Lynn and Beth Reeve, Fairmont, Minnesota, Dr. Mark (Cathie) Reeve, Austin, Minnesota; grandchildren: Eric (Anna) Reeve, Rochester, Minnesota, Matt Reeve, St. Joseph, Minnesota, Noah (Natalie) Ehret, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Melissa Ehret (Jesse), Sebastopol, California; great grandchildren: Liesl Reeve, Kassidy Ehret and Jack Ehret.

A gathering celebrating the life of Jane E. Reeve will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, March 9th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary. Memorials may be directed to the Mower County Humane Society or the Hormel Nature Center.

Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website - March 4, 2013

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Jane E. Reeve, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, March 1, 2013, at the Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Jane Elizabeth Helm was born in Burlington, Iowa, on July 15, 1921, to Adolph and Louva (Westfall) Helm. She graduated valedictorian from Oakville Iowa High School in 1939, and later graduated from Iowa State University in 1943 with a degree in economics. She later earned her education degree from Mankato State Teachers College.

Jane worked on the east coast during World War II for the insurance industry as a claims adjuster. She married Burt Reeve in 1947 in Owatonna, Minnesota. They moved to Austin in 1954. Jane taught various high school subjects in the Elkton and Southland school districts for 20 years.

She was active in BPW, Austin Boating Club, Hormel Nature Center, Mower County Humane Society and Friendship Force. She was an avid bird watcher and was always feeding her little friends. She was a world traveler and for years enjoyed the company of her many Dachshund dogs.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Louva Helm, and her loving husband, Burt.

Jane is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Lynn and Beth Reeve, Fairmont, Minnesota, Dr. Mark (Cathie) Reeve, Austin; grandchildren, Eric (Anna) Reeve, Rochester, Minnesota, Matt Reeve, St. Joseph, Minnesota, Noah (Natalie) Ehret, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Melissa Ehret (Jesse), Sebastopol, California; great-grandchildren, Liesl Reeve, Kassidy Ehret and Jack Ehret.

A gathering celebrating the life of Jane E. Reeve will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 9 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary. Memorials may be directed to the Mower County Humane Society or the Hormel Nature Center.

Austin Daily Herald - March 5, 2013

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Lillian I. Adams, age 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 21, 2013.

Lillian resided in Austin, Minnesota, for most of her adult life. She has been at the Ebenezer Ridges Care Center, Burnsville, Minnesota, since January 2011.

She is survived by sons, Gene (Pat), Gary (Trish), and Reno (Mary); brothers, Larry Squier (Deloris), and Bill Squier (Joyce); sister Phyllis Peterson (Pete); and grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy; father, Laurence Squier and mother, Hazel Arp; brothers, Arthur Squier, Dean Squier and Keith Squier; and husband of 73 years, Donald; and son, Ronald.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, March 4, 2013, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with the Rev. Glenn Monson officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

Austin Daily Herald
March 2, 2013

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Joyce M. Wendt, 82, died Thursday, February 28, 2013, at St. Mark's Lutheran Home in Austin, Minnesota.

Service: Unity Chapter No. 29, Order of the Eastern Star Service will conduct an Eastern Star Service at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with a memorial service to be held at 2:30 p.m., officiated by the Rev. Marilee A. Benson.

Visitation: Visitation will be held at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday.

Interment: Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Austin Daily Herald - March 2, 2013

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Joyce Marion Wendt

(May 21, 1930 - February 28, 2013)

Joyce M. Wendt, age 82 of Austin, died Thursday, February 28, 2013 at St. Mark's Lutheran Home in Austin.

Joyce Eskra was born May 21, 1930 at Owatonna, Minnesota the daughter of Floyd and Marion (Albertus) Eskra. She graduated from Preston High School and was married to Jack A. Wendt on August 1, 1952. Joyce completed her education graduating from Winona State University with a degree in education. She taught elementary and middle school in the Austin Public School system until her retirement.

Joyce was a longtime member of Fellowship United Methodist Church until its closing and merging with the First United Methodist Church, where she was now a member. She was a 50 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Joyce was an avid fan of the Minnesota Vikings and Twins and enjoyed following all sports. She also enjoyed traveling, gardening, sewing and playing cards.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Jack Wendt in 1983.

Joyce is survived by daughters and sons-in-law: Jeanne and Bruce Jensen, Lock Haven, Penna., Joanne and Vernon Deadmond, Phoenix, Arizona; son and daughter-in-law: Jay and Ann Wendt, Bloomington, Minnesota; grandchildren: Joshua Krob, Nicholas and LaVelle Krob, Sheila and Weston Lockman, Gary and Megan Jensen, Grant Jensen; great grandchildren: Paige, Haley and Emma Krob; brother and sister-in-law: Roger and Gayle Eskra, Beatrice, NE.

Unity Chapter #29, Order of the Eastern Star will conduct an Eastern Star Service at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with a memorial service to be held at 2:30 PM, officiated by the Reverend Marilee A. Benson. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 1:00 to 2:00 pm on Tuesday.

Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website - March 3, 2013

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Joyce M. Wendt, 82, Austin

Joyce M. Wendt, 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, February 28, 2013, at St. Mark's Lutheran Home in Austin.

Joyce Eskra was born May 21, 1930, at Owatonna, Minnesota, the daughter of Floyd and Marion (Albertus) Eskra. She graduated from Preston High School and was married to Jack A. Wendt on August 1, 1952. Joyce completed her education, graduating from Winona State University with a degree in education. She taught elementary and middle school in the Austin Public Schools system until her retirement.

Joyce was a longtime member of Fellowship United Methodist Church until its closing and merging with the First United Methodist Church, where she was now a member. She was a 60 year member of the Order of the Eastern Star. Joyce was an avid fan of the Minnesota Vikings and Twins and enjoyed following all sports. She also enjoyed traveling, gardening, sewing and playing cards.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Jack Wendt in 1983.

Joyce is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Jeanne and Bruce Jensen, Lock Haven, Penna., Joanne and Vernon Deadmond, Phoenix, Arizona; son and daughter-in-law, Jay and Ann Wendt, Bloomington, Minnesota; grandchildren, Joshua Krob, Nicholas and LaVelle Krob, Sheila and Weston Lockman, Gary and Megan Jensen, Grant Jensen; great-grandchildren, Hayley, Paige and Emma Krob; brother and sister-in-law Roger and Gayle Eskra, Beatrice, Nebraska.

Unity Chapter No. 29, Order of the Eastern Star will conduct an Eastern Star Service at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with a memorial service to be held at 2:30 p.m., officiated by the Rev. Marilee A. Benson. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. There will be no reviewal.

Austin Daily Herald - March 4, 2013

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Richard L. "Rick" Hall, age 78 of Austin, died Sunday, March 3, 2013 at Methodist Hospital in Rochester surrounded by his family.

He was born April 18, 1934 to Leonard and Mamie (Lund) Hall in Austin, Minnesota. He grew up in Austin where he graduated from Austin High School in 1952. He served in the United States Air Force. He became a Hormel employee in 1953, working in the Grade and Yield office.

On December 7, 1957, Rick married Jennylou Davin at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. They raised two children. A member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, he belonged to a carving club, a camping club and also enjoyed breakfast at McDonald's with good friends. Retiring in 1996, Rick enjoyed camping with his wife, Jenny, and devoting time to children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his children, Cindy (Scott) Jasmin and Michael (Melissa) Hall, both of Austin; five grandchildren, Jacob, Scotty, Holly, Warren, and Rebecca; mother, Mamie (Hall) Kintz; sisters, Darlene Koch of Austin and Sharon (Joseph) Stephani of Pine City. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Hall; his wife, Jenny and his brother, Leroy.

A Celebration of Life visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday evening, March 7, 2013 at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. There will be a private family interment. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family. Services performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Worlein Funeral Home website,
March 4, 2013

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Richard L. "Rick" Hall, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, March 3, 2013, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester surrounded by his family.

Richard was born April 18, 1934, to Leonard and Mamie (Lund) Hall in Austin, Minnesota. He grew up in Austin where he graduated from Austin High School in 1952. He served in the United States Air Force. He became a Hormel employee in 1953, working in the grade and yield office. On December 7, 1957, Rick married Jennylou Davin at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. They raised two children. A member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, he belonged to a carving club, a camping club and also enjoyed breakfast at McDonald’s with good friends. Retiring in 1996, Rick enjoyed camping with his wife, Jenny, and devoting time to children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his children, Cindy (Scott) Jasmin and Michael (Melissa) Hall, both of Austin; five grandchildren, Jacob, Scotty, Holly, Warren and Rebecca; mother, Mamie (Hall) Kintz; sisters, Darlene Koch of Austin and Sharon (Joseph) Stephani of Pine City. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Hall; his wife, Jenny and his brother, Leroy.

A celebration of life visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday evening, March 7, 2013, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. There will be a private family interment. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family and are requested to be labeled with the sender's address, so that the family may acknowledge them. Services performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Austin Daily Herald - March 5, 2013

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(September 11, 1934 - March 2, 2013)

Miriam A. Loock, 78 of Austin, died at her home on Saturday, March 2, 2013.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 8th at Holy Cross Lutheran Church with the Reverend Brian Krueger officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4:00-7:00 PM at Clasen-Jordan Moruary and at the church for one hour before the service on Friday morning.

Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website - March 4, 2013

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Miriam Ann (Klein) Loock 1934-2013

Miriam A. Loock, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died at her home Saturday, March 3, 2013.

Miriam Ann was born September 11, 1934, in Springfield, Illinois, to the Rev. George and Pauline (Dorrow) Klein. She was baptized and confirmed by her father at St. John's Lutheran Church in Chatham, Illinois, and graduated from Chatham High School. Miriam married John Loock on September 6, 1959, in St. Martini Lutheran Church in Chicago, with her father, the Rev. George Klein, officiating. Miriam and John moved to Austin that same year.

Miriam worked as the secretary of John's construction company and after her children were grown, she worked as the secretary at Holy Cross Lutheran Church where she was a long time member. She served as the church treasurer from 1985 until present and the church senior choir director from 1965 until present. She also taught Sunday school, served as the Vacation Bible School director and as the Sunday School secretary and treasurer. She served as the Austin Township Clerk from 1985 through 2012.

Miriam enjoyed gardening, working jigsaw puzzles and word games, and cheering on her Vikings and Twins, but her favorite pastime was fishing.

Miriam is survived by her children: Sandy Loock (Sue) of Holmen, Wisconsin; David (Sheri) Loock of Creve Coeur, Missouri, and their daughters Katie Loock and Becky Loock; Pam Loock (Pam) of Austin and daughters Ryanne and Whitney; granddaughter Abrielle; sister Grace Krupski of Austin, Texas; brother Ralph (Marilyn) Klein of Chicago; nieces and nephews; and the children of Holy Cross Childcare.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband John in 2000; daughter Joan; brother, the Rev. Theodore Klein; brother-in-law Otto Krupski; and sister-in-law Georgia Klein.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 8 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church with the Rev. Brian Krueger officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and at the church on Friday morning for one hour before the service. Memorials may be designated to Holy Cross Lutheran Church or Holy Cross Childcare.

Austin Daily Herald - March 6, 2013

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Funeral Notice:

Miriam A. Loock, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died at her home on Saturday, March 3, 2013.

Service: Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 8, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church with the Rev. Brian Krueger officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and at the church on Friday morning for one hour before the service.

Interment: Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials: Memorials may be designated to Holy Cross Lutheran Church or Holy Cross Childcare.

Austin Daily Herald - March 7, 2013

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(September 5, 1928 - March 2, 2013)

Robert G. Nagel, 84 of Austin, died Saturday, March 2, 2014 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Austin.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Marilee Benson officiating. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Tuesday from 4:30 to 7:30 PM and at the church for one hour before the service on Wednesday morning.

Memorials are preferred to the First United Methodist Church or to the American Diabetes Association.

Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website - March 4, 2013

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Robert G. Nagel, 84, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, March 2, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems-Austin.

Robert George Nagel was born September 5, 1928, at Belvidere, Illinois, to Ernest and Ella (Gerdes) Nagel. He graduated from Austin High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Army, where he was stationed in Germany during the Korean War. He later married Orinne Elford.

Bob was a highly skilled brick and block mason. He was a perfectionist in all he did, from his masonry jobs to the maintenance on his home. As a young man, he enjoyed cars, and always an artist, he was continually drawing or wood carving an amusing caricature, scene or portrait. Around 1980, with the encouragement from his wife, Orinne, he began a successful career as a wildlife artist. Bob worked long hours studying anatomy and colors of the duck and bird species he created. He won numerous "Best of Show" awards at world championship competitions. Later, he created and decorated carousel horses which were very happy moments for him. While creating his art, he was inspired by many types of music including country, gospel and classical. We are grateful he had the opportunity to use his great talent and leave behind beautiful creations and memories.

He was an extraordinarily devoted family man, who was compassionate, kind and humble. He kept his family laughing with his lighter-side of life comments and puns. Bob will be greatly missed by his family, friends and the St. Mark's staff who lovingly cared for him.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bob is survived by his wife, Orinne Nagel, Austin, Minn.; son and daughter-in-law, James and Jan Nagel, North Richland Hills, Texas; daughters, Brenda Sterner, Rosemount, Minn., and Lori Nagel, Rosemount; grandchildren June, Meeseon, Nathan, Jeanette, Joleen, Julie and Natalie; great-grandchildren, Mariah and Cadance; granddog Smokey; sisters and brother-in-law, Betty Gillson, Austin, Phyllis and Gaylen Lastine, Austin; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, March 6 at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Marilee Benson officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and at the church Wednesday morning for one hour before the service. Memorials may be designated to First United Methodist Church, the American Diabetes Association or to the donor’s choice.

Austin Daily Herald - March 5, 2013

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MRS. R. H. HENDEE

Mrs R. H. Hendee, 75, died Tuesday morning at Sacramento Methodist Hospital, Sacramento. Calif. A resident of Sacramento, and formerly of Austin.

She is survived by her husband, Harrison Hendee, three brothers, Clifton B. Seavey, Concord, Calif., Ray E. Seavey, Council Bluffs, Iowa, Orris D. Seavey, Austin; two sisters, Irene Holt, Alameda, Calif., Lorrayne Peak, Austin; two grandsons Donald and Jim of Oakland, Calif., nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be announced later.

[Austin Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 05, 1977, Austin, Minnesota]

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Social Security Death Index:
Name: Mildred Hendee
State of Issue: California
Date of Birth: Saturday October 25, 1902
Date of Death: October 1977
Est. Age at Death: 74 years, 11 months
Last known residence: Elk Grove, Sacramento County, California

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1940 United States Federal Census:
Name: Mildred Hendee
Spouse: Harrison R Hendee
Birth: abt 1902 - Minnesota
Residence: 1935 - Oakland, Alameda, California

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ALMA DUMDEI

Mrs. Gustave (Alma) Dumdei, 76, died unexpectedly this morning at her home, 303 9th Ave SE.

Surviving are three daughters: Mrs. Bertha Barclay, Mrs Victor (Gladys) Bruce, Mrs. Walter (Lois) Enckson, Austin, two sons, Jim Johnson, Norman Gordon, Austin, 25 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; three step-daughters: Mrs Genna Feromme, Sioux City, Iowa, Mrs Rosse Hanson, Bloomington, Minn., Mrs Selma Berg, Northwood, Iowa; three step-sons: LeRoy Johnson, Lyle, Sander Johnson, Austin, Jaynard Johnson, London; seven sisters: Mrs. Nora Anderson, Mrs. Gladys Hulshizer, Capenter, Iowa, Mrs. Olga Hulshizer, Northwood, Iowa, Mrs Alice Olson, Halfway, Mo., Mrs. Clarice Arnold, Arnold, Neb.. Mrs. Ruth Stickford, Ernmons, Minn , Mrs. Olive Purdy, Alden, Minn.; two brothers, Roy Gordon, Lynn Gordon, Carpenter; nieces, nephews, cousins.

Funeral services will be held Friday.

[Austin Daily Herald, Austin, Minnesota
Wednesday, October 05, 1977]

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DUMDEI - Funeral services for Mrs. Gustave (Alma) Dumdei, 303 9th Ave. SE, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Rev. Carl Borgwardt officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral Home from 3 to 9 p.m. Thursday, from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday and at the church one hour before the service. [Austin Daily Herald, Austin, Minnesota
Wednesday, October 5, 1977]

Austin Daily Herald - March 6, 2013

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Alma Sophia Gordon
Birth: 16 Oct 1900 Deer Creek, Worth, Iowa, USA
Parents: Ole August Gordon 1863-1920 and Petronella aka Nellie Johnson 1881-1951
Marriage to John Sigfried Johnson, St. Olaf Lutheran Parsonage, Austin, MN, 25 Jan 1924; Age: 23
Marriage to Gustave Herman Dumdei, Austin, Mower, Minnesota, 8 May 1943; Age: 51

(from Ancestry.com)

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Minnesota Death Certificate Index
DUMDEI, ALMA SOPHIA
Date of Birth: 16 Oct 1900
Place of Birth: OUT OF STATE
Mother Maiden Name: JOHNSON
certid# 1977-MN-024788
Date of Death: 05 Oct 1977
County of Death: MOWER

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George Arthur Stromley was born December 8, 1925 in Mower County Minnesota, the son of Christian (1889-1959) and Nelena Regina Johnson Stromley (1898-1931)

He Resided in Lyle, Minnesota, as a child.

He served in the U.S. Army in World War II, in the Phillipines.

He was married to Delores Appel, October 5, 1946 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa.

In 1955, they moved to Austin and he operated Lansing Mobile service, Lansing, Minnesota. In the early 70s he owned and operated Stromley Manufacturing, Spring Valley, Wisconsin.

The Minnesota death index says he died October 20, 1989 in Washington County, Minnesota. His daughter-in-law, Judie Stromley has his information, on Ancestry.com, as having died at Lake View Hospital, Stillwater, Minnesota, after suffering a heart attack.

Burial at Spring Lake Lutheran Cemetery, Spring Valley, Wisconsin.

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His wife, Delores' obituary lists his children as: Wayne (Judie) Stromley, Doug Stromley, Jan Mayhew, Diane (Jeff) Kuhl, Marlys (Joe) Hoy. A son is deceased - Donald Eugene Stromley, who lived from 1951 to 1952.

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Minnesota death certificate index:

STROMLEY, GEORGE A.
Date of Birth: 08 Dec 1925
Place of Birth: MINNESOTA
Mother Maiden Name: JOHNSON
Date of Death: 20 Oct 1989
County of Death: WASHINGTON
certid# 1989-MN-027606

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The following information is from a tree on Ancestry.com; submitted by Judie Stromley.

He served in the U.S. Army in World War II, in the Phillipines. The 1940 United States Census shows him living at Nevada township, Mower County, Minnesota.

George died on 20 Oct 1989, at age 63, at Lake View Hopital, Stillwater. George had suffered a heart attack in 1970.

He was the owner and operator of Stromley Manufacturing, Spring Valley, Wisconsin.

Burial was at Spring Lake Lutheran Cemetery, Spring Valley, Wisconsin.

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LeEtta Effie (DeWitz) Lorimor, 83, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away March 6, 2013, at Seasons Hospice House in Rochester.

LeEtta was born October 7, 1929, in Elgin, Minnesota, the daughter of Arthur and Effie Elizabeth (Hunter) DeWitz. She graduated from Rochester High School. On June 5, 1948, in Trinity Lutheran Church in Rochester, she married Arnold Thomas Lorimor, and he preceded her in death on March 26, 2001.

LeEtta was a homemaker, she enjoyed bowling and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. She always enjoyed family events and socializing with all of her family. She and her late husband lived in Austin from 1948 to 1988, when they moved to the family farm in Plainview and stayed until 1998. In June of 1998, they moved into Rochester to the Gramercy Park Cooperative where she has made her home since.

Survivors include her two sons: Gary Lorimor (Judy) of Rochester, and Thomas Lorimor (Janice) of Plainview; five grandchildren; three great-granddaughters; two sisters, LaVonne Gaskill of Plainview and Arva Jean Sackett of Rochester; two brothers, Harold DeWitz (Myrna) and Arthur DeWitz (Diane) both of Rochester; and a sister-in-law, Beverly DeWitz of Rochester.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and one brother, Robert. Memorials are appreciated to either the Soldier's Field Veteran's Memorial or to the Donor's Favorite Charity.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 9, 2013, at Ranfranz & Vine Funeral Homes with visitation one hour prior to services. Interment of cremated remains will take place at a later date in Grandview Cemetery in Austin.

Austin Daily Herald - March 7, 2013

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