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Pending Notice: Alice T. Steinkamp 80

Alice T. Steinkamp, 80, of Adams, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 10, 2013, at the Adams Health Care Center. Arrangements are pending with the Adams Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 11 OCT 2013

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(April 22, 1933 - October 10, 2013)

Alice Teresa Steinkamp passed away on Thursday, October 10, 2013 at the Adams Health Care Center after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.

Alice Teresa Irlbeck was born April 22, 1933 near Templeton, Iowa, the daughter of Albert J. and Elizabeth (Hoffman) Irlbeck. Alice grew up on the family farm near Westside, Iowa and attended St. Johns Catholic School in Arcadia, Iowa.

On June 15, 1954, she married Luvern Steinkamp at St Johns Catholic Church in Arcadia, Iowa. They were married for 59 years. The couple farmed near Westside, Iowa until 1959 when they moved to their farm near Taopi, Minnesota. The couple continued to reside on their family farm until moving to Adams, Minnesota in 2008.

Alice was a devoted and proud farm wife working beside Luvern on the family farm. She was a fabulous cook and baker and no one went home hungry from her home. It seems only appropriate since harvest time was one of her favorite times of the year that she chose this time to end her journey here on earth. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, tending to her park-like lawn, canning the bounties of her huge garden, especially her much loved baby dill pickles, reading, sewing and crocheting.

Alice's faith was very important to her. She was an endless volunteer at Sacred Heart Catholic Church having served as Women's Council President and a Deanery Officer. She sewed and organized the delivery of many, many baby quilts for the Pope's Storehouse. New children baptized in the parish for many years were welcomed with a baptismal garment embroidered and sewed by Alice. Sacred Heart School was also an important part of her life as she volunteered for many years in the library assisting young children with their selections, which she totally delighted in as she herself had a love of reading.

Faith, farm and family were extremely important to Alice. Alice was very active in the Mower County Farm Bureau having served as Women's Chair and Farm Safety Coordinator. She educated and promoted farm safety to many organizations.

Alice is survived by her husband of 59 years Luvern. Son, Alan (Jane) Steinkamp of Adams, Minnesota and daughter, Debbie (Richard) Schammel of Owatonna, Minnesota. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Chad (Mary) Steinkamp, Taopi, Minnesota, Ryan (Jenna) Steinkamp, Taopi, Minnesota, Troy (Liz) Steinkamp, Adams, Minnesota and Jason Steinkamp, Adams, Craig (Melissa) Schammel, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Kristen (Von) Petersen, Bloomington, Minnesota and Kimberly (Wes) Albers, Jackson, Minnesota. Great-grandchildren, Abigail, Kylie, Zoe and Derek Steinkamp, Lauren, Lucas and Lily Schammel, Colten and Kacen Petersen, many nieces and nephews and godchildren. Sister, Marie (Gerald) Berg, Arcadia, Iowa, Brothers, Larry (Joyce) Irlbeck, Westside, Iowa, Allen (Sue) Irlbeck, Avoca, Iowa and Elmer (Linda) Irlbeck, Westside, Iowa, sister-in-law, Marijane Irlbeck, Racine, Minnesota.

She is predeceased by two infant sons, her parents, brother, Edwin Irlbeck, and sister Lavon Irlbeck.

While her faith and farm were extremely important to Alice, she was the most proud of her family and especially her grandchildren.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 15th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. A prayer service will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday, October 14th at the Adams Funeral Home where friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 PM and also on Tuesday at the Adams Funeral Home from 9:30 to 10:30 AM.

Memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Sacred Heart School or Sacred Heart Daycare.

Source: Adams Funeral Home - Clasen-Jordan
website, 10/11/2013

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Barbara Ann Collette, 69, of Champion, Michigan, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2013, at her home while in loving care of her family and Lake Superior Hospice.

Barbara was born August 31, 1944, in Long Beach, California, to William Wilson & Betty (Wright) and adopted at a young age by Byron Lewison. Her family moved to Minnesota, where she graduated from Austin High School in Austin, Minn. She married Franklin Collette on June 9, 1962, and they raised three children.

Barbara devoted much of her time to genealogy, and photography. She worked with the Find-A-Grave program taking many photographs of grave sites in the Champion Cemetery. She also worked with Family Services a military program helping veteran's families with housing and other needs. Barbara enjoyed camping, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sewing and quilting. Barbara was a member of the NRA and Calvary Baptist Church in Negaunee where she served as a secretary for years.

Barbara is survived by her husband Franklin Carl Collette, two children Dawn (Edward) Czenkus of Negaunee and Kari (John) Torrey of Ferrysburg, Mich., daughter-in-law Kelly Collette of Perham, Minn., two sisters Billie Lea (Gary) Poorman of St. Louis Park, Minn., and Jolene (Wayne) Schimek of Hayfield, Minn., a brother, Sydney (Cory) Lewison of Salem, Ind., seven grandchildren: Jason (Marie) Czenkus, Justin (Amy) Czenkus, Michael (friend Liz) Czenkus, Andrew Cater, Hannah Cater, Delaney Torrey and Benjamin Collette, 10 great grandchildren: Dominik, Stephen, Leah, Collin, Luke, Milana, Noah, Evan, Addison and Andrew along with numerous nieces and nephews. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Byron and Betty, and a son Stephen Collette.

Barbara's family will greet relatives and friends on Sunday, October 13, 2013, from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Calvary Baptist Church in Negaunee where funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. with Pastor Randy Reed officiating. Interment will take place in the Champion Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Barbara's grandchildren.

Memorial considerations may be directed Calvary Baptist Church, 105 Iroquois Drive, Negaunee, MI 49866 in memory of Barbara.

Barbara's obituary may be viewed at bjorkandzhulkie.com where relatives and friends may leave a note of remembrance.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 11 OCT 2013

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Dale Thomas Mullenbach, 57, of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Friday, October 11, 2013.

He was born in Austin on October 21, 1955, to Otto and Marcella (Tindal) Mullenbach. He spent his childhood in Austin and graduated from Pacelli High School in 1974. He married Debra Swank on Aug. 16, 1975, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Dale served his country by enlisting in the Air Force in 1975 and was stationed at Minot Air Force Base in Minot, North Dakota, until 1979. After his service in the Air Force, Dale went to vocational school for Traffic Management. He worked for Jennie-O-Foods in Willmar for several years, then moved his family back to Austin. Dale took classes at Winona State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in accounting. He was most recently employed at Independent Management Services fulfilling his passion of helping others struggling with mental illness.

Dale enjoyed golfing, grilling, loved caring for his lawn, but overall, loved spending time with his grandchildren. Dale is survived by his wife Debbie of Austin; son, Dylan (Angie) Mullenbach and their children, Nolan and Emry of Buffalo; daughters, Katie (Thomas) Parks and their children, Henry, Charlie, Beatrice and Louise of Rosemount, Minn., Jennie (Darren), Asleson and their children, Brynn and Cara of Farmington, Minn.; son Derek (fiance Carmen May) Mullenbach and their child, Aubrey of Austin; mother, Marcie Mullenbach of Austin; brother Greg (Julie) Mullenbach of Belle Plain; sisters, Kim (Doug) Lutgens of Baxter, Kay (Kent) Draayer of Austin; mother-in-law, Theresa Swank of Austin, along with many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

Dale is preceded in death by his father Otto Mullenbach and Father-in-law, Paul Swank.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Fr. John Traufler officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14, 2013 at Mayer Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at the church on Tuesday until the time of the service. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery with military graveside rites performed by the Austin American Legion Post 91.

Memorials are preferred to American Cancer Society and NAMI. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
14 OCT 2013

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Alice Mae Gallaher, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday morning at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minn.

Alice was born May 11, 1924, in Austin, the daughter of Walter and Wilhelmina (Meyer) Lauritzen. She attended school in Austin, graduating in 1942, from Austin High School.

Alice married Dale Gallaher Nov. 9, 1946, in Faribault, Minn. The couple had two children and later divorced. Several years later she was engaged to Glenn Husemoller. He was killed in a car accident on July 19, 1974. Alice worked at the Tempo Discount Store for many years, as well as other retail stores in Austin, including, The Piggly Wiggly Grocery, The National Tea Grocery, Fantles Dept. Store, and Weyerhauser Paper Company.

She enjoyed taking pictures and made scrapbooks for her children and grandchildren, writing her "letter books" to family and friends who lived out of town, and doing embroidery. But most of all she loved spending time with her family. She was a very loving, giving, and caring Mother, Grandmother, and great grandmother.

She was well known for the "awesome" cookies she made. One year, she baked and sold 700 dozen cookies from the middle of November to Jan. 1 for Christmas and New Year's parties. Alice loved to go out to eat with her good friends Janet Guttormson, Ann Dixon, Maggie Bergstrom, and up until her illness, good friend Marilyn Starman.

Alice will be forever loved and missed by her family. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be remembered by her family and friends for her great sense of humor.

Survivors include her daughter Jean (Tom) Fargusson of Rose Creek, Minn., Tom (Joni) Gallaher of Austin, six grandchildren, Dea (Jeff) Pederson of Lyle, Minn., Gina (Marvin) Clark of Austin, Joshua (Eliza Schell) Fargusson of Chaska, Minn., Laci (Wes) Marsh of Orlando, Fla., Spencer Gallaher of Austin, Abby Gallaher of Hancock, Mich.; seven great-grandchildren with number eight due in November; sister-in-law Jean Lauritzen of Austin, and several nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by parents; brothers, Laurel Burger, Chester Burger and Robert Lauritzen and sister, Madeline Braaten.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Forbes officiating. Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home on Wednesday. Memorials are directed to the American Cancer Society, St. Judes Children's Hospital, or the donor's choice.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 14 OCT 2013

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Alice Mae Gallaher

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Funeral notice: Alice Mae Gallaher, 89

Alice Mae Gallaher, 89, of Austin, Minn. died Saturday morning at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minn.

Service: Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Forbes officiating. Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery

Visitation: Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home on Wednesday.

Interment: Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery.

Memorials: Memorials are directed to the American Cancer Society, St. Judes Children's Hospital, or the donor's choice.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 OCT 2013

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Obituary

Alice Mae Gallaher, age 89 of Austin died Saturday morning at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams. Alice was born May 11th, 1924 in Austin, the daughter of Walter and Wilhelmina (Meyer) Lauritzen. She attended school in Austin, graduating in 1942 from Austin High School.

Alice married Dale Gallaher November 9th, 1946 in Faribault. The couple had two children and later divorced. Several years later she was engaged to Glenn Husemoller. He was killed in a car accident on July 19th, 1974. Alice worked at the Tempo Discount Store for many years, as well as other retail stores in Austin, including, The Piggly Wiggly Grocery, The National Tea Grocery, Fantles Dept. Store and Weyerhauser Paper Company.

She enjoyed taking pictures and made scrapbooks for her children and grandchildren, writing her "letter books" to family and friends who lived out of town and doing embroidery. But most of all she loved spending time with her family. She was a very loving, giving and caring Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother.

She was well known for the awesome cookies she made. One year she baked and sold 700 dozen cookies from the middle of November to January 1st for Christmas and New Year's parties. Alice loved to go out to eat with her good friends, Janet Guttormson, Ann Dixon, Maggie Bergstrom and up until her illness, good friend, Marilyn Starman.

Alice will be forever loved and missed by her family. She was a beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She will be remembered by her family and friends for her great sense of humor.

Survivors include her daughter, Jean (Tom) Fargusson of Rose Creek, her son, Tom (Joni) Gallaher of Austin; six grandchildren, Dea (Jeff) Pederson of Lyle, Gina (Marvin) Clark of Austin, Joshua (Eliza Schell) Fargusson of Chaska, Laci (Wes) Marsh of Orlando, Florida, Spencer Gallaher of Austin and Abby Gallaher of Hancock, Michigan; seven great grandchildren with number 8 due in November; sister-in-law, Jean Lauritzen of Austin; several nieces and nephews and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Laurel Burger, Chester Burger and Robert Lauritzen and sister, Madeline Braaten.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jeff Forbes, officiating. Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at Worlein Funeral Home. Memorials are directed to the American Cancer Society, St. Judes Children's Hospital or the Donor's choice.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Bessie M. "Dibble" Chrencik, 96, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday afternoon, October 11, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems - Austin.

She was born June 11, 1917, in Austin, the daughter of John and Agnes Sladek. Bessie grew up and attended school in Austin and in 1941, was united in marriage to Charles Dibble. After their marriage, the couple made their home in Austin where Bessie was employed at Hormel Foods, Red Owl, Red Cedar Inn and Austin Drug. Charles died on July 3, 1975. Bessie continued to make her home in Austin and in 1977 she married Thomas Chrencik in Las Vegas. He died on Aug. 10, 1994.

Survivors include her sons, Charles (Alice) Dibble of Pemberton, Minn.; and Kenneth (Joann) Dibble of Medical Lake, Wash.; four grandchildren, Carrie (Al) Parker of Waseca, Charles Dibble of Hastings, Jennifer (Kevin) Stoll of Seattle; and Christopher Dibble of Spokane, Wash.; four great-grandchildren, Andrew and Cameron Parker of Waseca and Solden and Seville Stoll of Seattle; one great-great-grandson, Nathan Sierra-Parker of Waseca; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; both husbands; two sisters and their husbands, Agnes (Howard) Burt and Anna (John) Psik.

Private family graveside services will be held at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin with Pastor Elizabeth Endicott, officiating. The Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Memorials in Bessie's memory may be sent in care of her son, Charles Dibble at 29639 20th St., Pemberton, MN 56078. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 14 OCT 2013

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Eugene "Shorty" Heimer, loving father and grandfather, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2013, after his battle with lung cancer.

Shorty was born September 30, 1935, in Johnsburg, Minnesota, to Joseph and Julia Heimer. On January 8, 1957, Shorty married Joanne Blaser who preceded him in death in June of 2010. Shorty and Joanne made their home in Adams, Minnesota, where they raised their five daughters. Shorty worked at Osmundson Brothers for 57 years as a heavy equipment operator.

Shorty was an avid gardener and small engine repairman, spending many hours in his garage. He also enjoyed playing cards and watching the Twins. Shorty was kind hearted and generous; often removing snow and mowing lawn for his friends and neighbors. Faith and family were important to Shorty. He was extremely proud of and grateful for his five daughters.

Shorty will be dearly missed by his daughters and sons-in-law, Dawn and Bob Gilles of Rose Creek, Minnesota; Lori and Jeff Schammel of Owatonna, Minn.; Connie and Lyle Hoff of Adams, Minnesota; Joni and Al DeMaris, of St. Ansgar, Iowa; Jean and Jon Koster, of St. Ansgar; 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, brother and sister-in-law Kenny (Evelyn) Heimer, Austin, Minnesota; sister and brother-in-law Rose Mary (Ernie) King, Austin; sisters-in-law Mary Ann (Glenn) Davis, Grand Meadow, Minnesota; Mary Ann (Herb) Heimer, of Adams.

Shorty was preceded in death by brothers Sylvester, Cletus, Nicholas, Jerome, Herb and Marvin, and sisters Marjorie and Priscilla May.

A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at Sacred Heart Church in Adams with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy and Father Tom Loomis officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. There will be a 4 p.m. rosary service on Tuesday, with visitation until 8 p.m. and Wednesday morning 10 to 11 a.m. at Adams Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 14 OCT 2013

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Robert W. Thompson, 72, formerly of Austin, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2013, after a battle with diabetes and heart disease.

Robert Wayne Thompson was born April 5, 1941, to Howard and Cleo Thompson in Adams, Minn. He married Charlene Lukes on January 7, 1961. The couple were blessed with three daughters and a son. He was employed by Hormel Foods Corp., and later owned and operated a lawn service in Albert Lea.

The last several years, he resided in Tucson, Arizona, where he married and retired.

Robert is survived by his wife, Barbara, of Arizona; daughters Lisa (David) Williamson, LaNette (Chris) Christianson, Austin; Lori (Rick) Weiner, Ohio; and son Lynn (Kathy) Thompson, of Austin; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Two sisters, Beverly and Harold Clampitt, Texas; and Barb Hershey, of South Carolina.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents.

Private family services will be held in Adams, where he will be laid to rest alongside his parents.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 OCT 2013

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Gertrude May died peacefully on Sunday, October 13, 2013, in her home at Adams, Minnesota, surrounded by her family.

Gertrude Sybilla (Frein) May was born May 29, 1926, in Stacyville, Iowa, to Math and Elizabeth (Gilles) Frein. She attended school in Johnsburg, Minnesota, and Bailey, Iowa. On August 1, 1945, she married Edward May at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams. They raised a family of eight children.

Gert was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Council of Catholic Women. She enjoyed volunteering at Sacred Heart School and at the Adams Health Care Center, where she worked as a rehab aid for 12 years. During that time, she helped organize the Adams Health Care Center Auxiliary. She was awarded the Outstanding Senior Citizen of Mower County in 1998.

She enjoyed singing in the church choir and signing with the clients in the nursing home. She also enjoyed raising flowers, gardening, sewing, crafts and painting on rocks. A favorite hobby of hers was playing games and making cards on the computer. She frequently visited with her family on Skype.

Gert was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to her family and will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Kevin in 1979, two brothers, Fritz Frein and John Frein and six sisters, Ceal Bottema, Mildred Mullenbach, Stella Rauen, Sr. Irene Frein, Mary Loecher and Kay Lechowit.

Gert is survived by her husband of 68 years, Edward; sons: Dan (Cheri) May, Adams, Jerry (Mary) May, Boerne, Texas; daughters: Susan May, Minneapolis; Nancy (Bruce) Brehmer, Rochester, Minn.; Cindy (Mike) Schneider, Elkton, Minn.; LuAnn (Ron) Stroup, Rose Creek, Minn.; Anne (Floyd) Halbach, Adams; 15 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; sister: Joann Heimer, Adams; brothers-in-law: Dave (LaVonne) Gerber, Norb (Helen) Gerber, Stan (Stephanie) Gerber and Paul Gerber; sisters-in-law: Marie (Doug) Behrenfeld and Charlene Gerber; many nieces and nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, with a rosary at 4 p.m. and a prayer service at 7 p.m. There will also be a visitation at the church on Thursday morning for one hour before the service.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 OCT 2013
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Funeral notice: Olga L. Naulin, 98

Olga L. Naulin, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, at St. Johns Lutheran Church with the Reverend Thomas Ogilvie officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday and at the church on Saturday morning for one hour before the service.

Interment: Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 OCT 2013

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Olga Louise Naulin

(March 20, 1915 - October 13, 2013)

Olga L. Naulin, age 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 13, 2013 at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Olga was born March 20, 1915 in Claire City, South Dakota to August and Anna (Eichler) Otto. She graduated in 1933 from Sisseton High School in Sisseton, SD. She came to Austin, Minnesota to find work where she met Clarence "Toby" Naulin and they were married on May 14, 1939 at Claire City, SD. Olga worked for J.C. Penney and Sears Roebuck for many years.

Olga liked gardening and fishing on Lake Pepin where she and Toby had a cabin that they enjoyed very much. She was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clarence, two brothers, William and Sonny Otto and two sisters, Dorraine Bucklin and Louise Enright.

Olga is survived by her sisters, Clara Kriz of Austin, MN, Violet Jacobson of Austin, MN and Doris Burns of Bloomington, MN; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 19th at St. Johns Lutheran Church with the Reverend Thomas Ogilvie officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and at the church on Saturday morning for one hour before the service.

Memorials are preferred to St. Johns Lutheran Church Radio Broadcast or the Alzheimers Association.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Olga L. Naulin, 98

Olga L. Naulin, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Olga was born March 20, 1915, in Claire City, South Dakota, to August and Anna (Eichler) Otto. She graduated in 1933, from Sisseton High School in Sisseton, South Dakota. She came to Austin, Minnesota, to find work, where she met Clarence "Toby" Naulin and they were married on May 14, 1939, at Claire City, South Dakota. Olga worked for J.C. Penney and Sears Roebuck for many years.

Olga liked gardening and fishing on Lake Pepin where she and Toby had a cabin that they enjoyed very much. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Clarence, two brothers, William and Sonny Otto and two sisters, Dorraine Bucklin and Louise Enright.

Olga is survived by her sisters, Clara Kriz of Austin, Minn., Violet Jacobson of Austin, Minn. and Doris Burns of Bloomington, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19, at St. John's Lutheran Church with the Reverend Thomas Ogilvie officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Saturday morning for one hour before the service.

Memorials are preferred to St. Johns Lutheran Church Radio Broadcast or the Alzheimer's Association.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 OCT 2013

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Obituary

Alice J. Meier, age 95, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Alice Jennevieve Schultz was born April 21, 1918, in Sargeant Township, Mower County, Minnesota, to Fred and Maggie (Gunderson) Schultz. On September 25, 1935, Alice married Lloyd H. Meier in rural Waltham. Alice and Lloyd were married for 27 years before Lloyd's death on February 21, 1963. Over the years, the couple made their home on the farm near Dexter, then in Grand Meadow and Austin.

Alice was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, and had a strong affiliation with Crane Chapel in Austin. She was very active in church activities. Later, she enjoyed watching televised services from First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea, and listening to radio broadcasts of St. Olaf Lutheran Church services in Austin. Alice was an excellent seamstress and was involved in PTA while her daughters were in school. It was very important to her to be involved in the activities of her family. Alice enjoyed reading, doing crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, and keeping up on world news.

Survivors include her daughters Lois (Emerson) Baumgartner of Austin, Marilyn Olson of Cedar Rapids, IA, and Janice (Jim) Beach of Freeborn; five grandchildren, Linda (Bruce) Halverson of Owatonna, Janet (Greg) Chladek of Clayton, WI, Michael Baumgartner of Sacramento, CA, Lori (John) Dodds of Owatonna, and Brenda (Brian) Lage Olson of Gladbrook, IA; 14 great grandchildren, 20 great great grandchildren; a brother, Archie Schultz of Brownsdale, and her dear nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Maggie Schultz, her husband Lloyd Meier, her sister Fern Laite, her brother-in-law Floyd Laite, and her son-in-law Lyle Olson.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on November 2, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Dale Christianson of Crane Chapel officiating. The family will greet friends one half hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home. Private interment was held October 16 at Grandview Cemetery, Austin. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Alice J. Meier, 95

Alice J. Meier, 95, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 13, 2013, at St. Mark's Lutheran Home.

Alice Jennevieve Schultz was born April 21, 1918, in Sargeant Township, Mower County, Minn., to Fred and Maggie (Gunderson) Schultz. On Sept. 25, 1935, Alice married Lloyd H. Meier in rural Waltham. Alice and Lloyd were married for 27 years before Lloyd's death on Feb. 21, 1963. Over the years, the couple made their home on the farm near Dexter, then in Grand Meadow and Austin.

Alice was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, and had a strong affiliation with Crane Chapel in Austin. She was very active in church activities. Later, she enjoyed watching televised services from First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea, and listening to radio broadcasts of St. Olaf Lutheran Church services in Austin. Alice was an excellent seamstress and was involved in PTA while her daughters were in school. It was very important to her to be involved in the activities of her family. Alice enjoyed reading, doing crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, and keeping up on world news.

Survivors include her daughters Lois (Emerson) Baumgartner of Austin, Marilyn Olson of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Janice (Jim) Beach of Freeborn; five grandchildren, Linda (Bruce) Halverson of Owatonna, Janet (Greg) Chladek of Clayton, Wis., Michael Baumgartner of Sacramento, Calif., Lori (John) Dodds of Owatonna, and Brenda (Brian) Lage Olson of Gladbrook, Iowa; 14 great-grandchildren, 20 great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Archie Schultz of Brownsdale, and her dear nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Maggie Schultz, her husband Lloyd Meier, her sister Fern Laite, her brother-in-law Floyd Laite, and her son-in-law Lyle Olson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Nov. 2, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Dale Christiansen of Crane Chapel officiating. The family will greet friends one half hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home. Private interment was held Oct. 16 at Grandview Cemetery, Austin. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 OCT 2013

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Obituary

Richard Riley Corporon, age 78 of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, October 14, 2013 at The Cedars of Austin.

He was born February 18, 1935 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Samuel and Della (Graham) Corporon. Richard worked for Milwaukee Railroad, and then attended Austin Vocational-Technical Institute for training in welding and carpentry. He later worked for Universal Co-op, IBM, and then Johnson Floral. He served his country in the United States Army. On September 3, 1956, he was united in marriage to Patricia Townsend in Redding, England. The couple moved to Austin in 1957 and raised three daughters and two sons. He and Patricia worked as custodians at Christ Episcopal Church. Patricia passed away in December 2012.

Survivors include three daughters, Teresa Corporon and Cindy Ramaker, both of Austin, Lorraine (Duane) Felt of Adams; two sons, Anthony (Tina) Corporon and Todd Corporon, both of Austin; 6 grandchildren Tina, Chad, Amanda, Kyle, Trystyn, and Ivy; 3 great grandchildren Leyton, Miley, and Phoenix; his sister Oleta Newell of California. He was preceded in death by his parents Samuel and Della Corporon, his wife Patricia Corporon, his son-in-law Butch Ramaker, his brother Donald Corporon, two sisters, Rita Ronquist and Barbara Hovey.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 18, 2013 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Pastor Glenn Monson officiating. Friends may call from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 17 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, with military rites by American Legion Post 91 and V.F.W. Post 1216. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Richard Riley Corporon, 78

Richard Riley Corporon, 78, of Austin, died Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, at The Cedars of Austin.

He was born Feb. 18, 1935, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Samuel and Della (Graham) Corporon. Richard worked for Milwaukee Railroad, and then attended Austin Vocational-Technical Institute for training in welding and carpentry. He later worked for Universal Co-op, IBM, and then Johnson Floral. He served his country in the United States Army. On Sept. 3, 1956, he was united in marriage to Patricia Townsend in Redding, England. The couple moved to Austin in 1957, and raised three daughters and two sons. He and Patricia worked as custodians at Christ Episcopal Church. Patricia passed away in December 2012.

Survivors include three daughters, Teresa Corporon and Cindy Ramaker, both of Austin, Lorraine (Duane) Felt of Adams; two sons, Anthony (Tina) Corporon and Todd Corporon, both of Austin; six grandchildren, Tina, Chad, Amanda, Kyle, Trystyn, and Ivy; three great grandchildren Leyton, Miley, and Phoenix; his sister Oleta Newell of California. He was preceded in death by his parents Samuel and Della Corporon, his wife Patricia Corporon, his son-in-law Butch Ramaker, his brother Donald Corporon, two sisters, Rita Ronquist and Barbara Hovey.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Pastor Glenn Monson officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, with military rites by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 OCT 2013

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Died - Mrs. Gunder Moe.

Died - Mrs. Gunder Moe, daughter of Torger Guttormson, living four miles east of Lyle, died of pneumonia Thursday night. Her many friends in this vicinity all join in tendering their heartfelt sympathy to her bereaved parents.

Source: Mower County Transcript, Wed.
11-11-1885, page 3, col. 3

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Sigrid "Sarah" Guttormson Lee was born on January 22, 1863 in Nevada Township, Mower County, Minnesota, to Torger and Liv Guttormson.

She married Gunder Moe on November 18, 1884. Sarah and Gunder had one daughter, Lizzie, who was born on June 8, 1885.

Sarah died on November 5, 1885, and is buried at Six Mile Grove Cemetery. Gunder left after Sarah's death and Lizzie was raise by her two aunts, Anne Turtedal and Trina Ashley.

(Credit: Mark Ashley, Oct. 15, 2013)

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David Wick, 85

A celebration of life for David Wick, 85, of Albert Lea, Minn., will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 19, 2013, at First Lutheran Church. The Rev. John Holt will officiate. Military honors will be accorded by members of the American Legion and VFW. Private interment at Six Mile Grove Church Cemetery, near Lyle, Minn., will precede the service. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at the Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home. Friends may greet the family one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Online condolences are welcome at www.bayviewfuneral.com.

David died at Thorne Crest Retirement Community in the health care wing, on Monday, Oct. 14, 2013, surrounded by his family. They admired how courageous he was as he battled Lewy Body Dementia.

David John Wick was born on Dec. 10, 1927, in Stewart, Minn., the son of Henry and Ida (Zeibarth) Wick. He earned his Eagle Scout award and was a Boy Scout Leader. After graduation from Stewart High School he served in the U.S. Navy. David began his insurance career in Austin, Minn., which is where he met his wife, Jurene. They met at a dance at the Terp Ballroom in Austin. David and Jurene were married on July 14, 1950, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. A few years later they moved to Albert Lea. David was a successful insurance agent, and was the owner and president of Wick Insurance Center. He was a tall, stately businessman who always wore a bowtie. He was smart, a leader and an excellent role model for his children and grandchildren.

David had a very strong work ethic and worked tirelessly to better the Albert Lea area. He was active in his church and a member of many civic groups. He belonged to Toastmasters, the American Legion, the Masonic Lodge, and the Shrine Club. He was actively involved in the Fountain Lake Restoration Project. He was on the board of trustees for the Courage Center. David served as president of the Rotary Club and he was also recognized as a Paul Harris Fellow. He was president of the board of trustees for Lea College. He received the Volunteer of the Year Award for Albert Lea in 2006. He and Jurene loved to play bridge with friends, dance, and attend social events. He especially enjoyed golfing, fishing, and hunting with his Brittany Spaniels, Benji and Benji II. David had a zest for life, learning, and sharing. He was also a "people person" a nd cherished spending time with his family and friends. David will be dearly missed by all.

Survivors include his loving wife Jurene, of 63 years, five caring children: Ann (Richard) Hawkins of Lakeville, Minn., Jane Morley, of Faribault, Sally (Scott) Immerfall of Marion, Iowa, Marti (Ron Simmons) Wick of Snohomish, Wash., and Paul (Gwen) Wick of Prior Lake, Minn. David has 13 wonderful grandchildren who loved his homemade pancakes and waffles: Elizabeth (Nate), Richard III, Jordan (Holly), Jill, William, Josh (Jess), Amy (Alex), Ryan, Nathan, Zachary, Lauren, Kelsey, and Caden; three great-grandchildren: Taylor, Dylan, and Rowyn. He is also survived by his brother-in-law Gaylen (Phyllis) Lastine of Austin, and nieces, nephews and friends.

David was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and one sister.

We would like to thank the Thorne Crest health care staff for the wonderful care they gave our Dad. We also thank the Mayo Health Systems Hospice for their support during the last months of his life.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 OCT 2013

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Dorothy Ann (Wimmer) Mallan, 86, of Austin, died Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2013, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Dorothy was born March 22, 1927, in Adams, Minn., to John and Genevieve (Studer) Wimmer. She grew up in Adams and married Henry Mallan in 1949. They resided in Austin, Minn., where they were members of Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Dorothy was a homemaker and the mother of 11 children.

Dorothy retired from Austin Public Schools were she was a teacher's aide for children with disabilities. She was inducted into the Third Order of the Franciscans and devoted much of her time serving the community and volunteered at many charitable organizations including the Salvation Army and Sacred Heart Care Center. She enjoyed many bus trips throughout the country with friends and family.

Survivors include ten children: Robert (Donna) Mallan, Rochester, Minn.; Steven Mallan, Austin; Catherine Andreotti (Larry Vigesaa), St. Paul, Minn.; Roger Mallan, Austin; Kevin Mallan, Austin; Duane (Betty) Mallan, Austin; Virginia Mallan, Mason City, Iowa, Michael (Sandra) Mallan, Austin; Thomas Mallan, Austin; Theresa (Patrick) O'Connor, St. Paul; 19 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Leonora (Clare) Nelson, Oceanside, Calif.; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry; daughter, LaVonne Mallan; great-grandson, Aidan Neria-Lowell; parents, John and Genevieve Wimmer; sisters, Maureen "Evelyn" (Harold) Wright and Jeanette (Edward) Weitzel.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, 2013, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary and a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Thursday 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 Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 16 OCT 2013

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Gregory Arthur Olson, 67, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at his home.

He was born April 14, 1946, in Austin, to Arthur G. and Beulah M. (Harklau) Olson. Greg attended Austin Public Schools before serving in the United States Navy, where he served three tours of duty in Vietnam. On July 10, 2004, he married Mary Brewster Wetterberg in Austin. An employee of Hormel Foods Corporation for more than 20 years, Greg worked as a mechanic for the company in both Austin and in Iowa. He was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church. "Pops" enjoyed riding motorcycles, racing cars, and NASCAR. He especially loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Mary Olson of Austin; his children Erica Olson of Toledo, Ohio, Julie (Jai) Skaar of Galesville, Wis., Gretchen Sadaka of Mankato, Heather (Corey) Anderson of Austin, Kiesha (Jon) Neitzell of Victoria; 11 grandchildren; his brothers Craig "Gordy" Olson of Austin and Michael Olson of Oskaloosa, Iowa; his sisters Roberta (Robert) Finneseth of Austin and Sharon Schwendeman of Minneapolis; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Arthur and Beulah Olson and his sister Debbie.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin with Rev. Glenn Monson officiating. Interment will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, with military rites by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. Friends may call at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. The family has requested that memorials be directed to www.WoundedWarriorsProject.org. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 OCT 2013

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Jeff Berry, 54

A gathering and burial, celebrating the life of Jeff Berry, 54, of Dunnellon, Florida, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, will be at 1 p.m. Oct. 19, 2013, at Worlein Funeral Home. Burial will be at Grandview Cemetery in Austin. Jeff died July 24, 2013, at home in Florida after a long battle with cancer.

Jeff was born April 24, 1959, in Austin, and later moved to Dunnellon, where he met longtime partner Lynn Mills. Jeff and Lynn were food vendors traveling around the states to the various fairs and celebrations. He retired at age 51, where he filled his days with golfing, fishing, watching sports, cooking and entertaining friends. He could often be heard telling jokes around the card table.

Jeff was preceded in death by parents, Joni and Kenneth Berry, grandparents, aunts, and uncles. He is survived by his brother Scott, sister Robin (Gary) Anderst, Niece Jennifer Berry, Nephew Joel Berry, Aunt Judy Lish and cousins.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 OCT 2013

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Doreen Kay (Harmon) Helin, 68, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Doreen was born January 31, 1945, in Iowa City, Iowa. She grew up in Buffalo Center, Iowa. On May 27, 1962, she was united in marriage to Gerald Helin. Doreen worked at St. Marks Lutheran Home and retired in 1993.

She enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her family, including: Precia, Oreo, and Baloo.

Survivors include her husband, Jerry Helin; children, Robert Helin, Robyn Arneson (Jeff Randall), Rebecca (Jay) Burke, Ryan Helin (Cathy Hemann-Winsky); grandchildren, Danielle and Aaron Deyo, Nicholas (Mindy), Mitchell, Michael, Nathan Williamson, Dustin and Vannessa Winsky; great-grandchildren, Kadince, Aubree, Mea; brothers, Darrell Harmon, Dave Iverson, Duaine Harmon, Greg Tarr, Gregory Harmon.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Myrtle Harmon; her birth parents, Pauline Tarr and Emmett Harmon; her brothers, Don Harmon, Dean Harmon, Dick Harmon.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father John Traufler officiating. The family will greet friends at a luncheon following the service.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 OCT 2013

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Obituary: Robert F. McNiff, 85

Robert F. McNiff, age 85, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 17, 2013, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Bob was born on December 22, 1927, in Athol, South Dakota to Francis and Lillian McNiff. He grew up in Preston, Minnesota, where he graduated from high school.

On October 22, 1961, he married Genevieve (Stockdale) Stern at the Little Brown Church in Austin.

Bob drove for L.C.L. Transit for 30 years and was proud of his accident-free record. After retirement, Bob enjoyed driving school and charter buses, limousines, and being a private driver. He also enjoyed woodworking.

Survivors include his wife: Genevieve, Austin, Minn.; son: Jeffrey (Mary) McNiff, Austin, Minnesota; step son: Eugene (Sherry) Stern, Rochester, Minnesota; step daughter: Denise (Eldon) Kinneberg, Maxwell, Iowa; eight grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren; sisters: Madelyne (Jim) McGowan, Raleigh, North Carolina, Mary (Larry) Lettenmaier, Otsego, Minnesota, Veronica Fust, Crystal Lake, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sons, Dennis and Doug; grandson, Bradley; sisters, Teresa and Julie.

Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Monday, October 21, 2013, at Mayer Funeral Home with Father Wellington Munoz officiating. The family will greet friends at a luncheon following the service on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, Saturday, 19 OCT 2013

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Pending: Robert C. Gibson, 87

Robert C. "Hoot" Gibson, age 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 19, 2013, at Presbyterian Homes Johanna Shores in Arden Hills.

Arrangements are pending with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, Sat. 19 OCT 2013

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Robert "Hoot" Gibson

(July 21, 1926 - October 19, 2013)

Robert C. "Hoot" Gibson, age 87, of Austin, died Saturday, October 19, 2013 at Presbyterian Homes Johanna Shores in Arden Hills.

Hoot was born July 21, 1926 in Randolph, Nebraska, to Samuel and Ruth (Bartels) Gibson. He attended Randolph High School, Randolph Nebraska. In 1944, he joined the US Navy and served in the South Pacific during World War II. In 1950 he graduated from the University of Nebraska.

On March 16, 1952 he married Jane Williams in St. Paul, MN. They moved five times throughout his time with Hormel, living in Mitchell, South Dakota, where he was Plant Manager for 22 years, until 1979, when they moved back to Austin where he served as Corporate Manager of Hog Procurement until he retired in 1988. Hoot worked for Hormel for 38 years.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Jane, of 62 years, three children: Barb, Shoreview, Minnesota; Sam (Jamie), Boise, Idaho; and Robb, Boise, Idaho; eight grandchildren; and brother Bill, Monte Vista, Colorado.

His number one priority in life was his family. He was a role model to his children and devoted to his wife to the end.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Westminster Presbyterian Church with Reverend Susan Rector Li officiating. Visitation will be at the church on Tuesday for one hour before the service.

At Hoot's request, no neckties are to be worn at the service.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website, 20 OCT 2013

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DeeAnn L. Harvala, 49, of Waseca, Minnesota, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at her home.

Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at Grace Lutheran Church in Waseca. Private family interment will be held at Calvary Cemetery in Austin.

Memorial visitation will be held at the church from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday.

Arrangements are being completed by the McRaith Funeral Home & Crematory of Waseca.

DeeAnn Lee, the daughter of Larry and Linda (Sawyer) Hansen, was born on July 17, 1964, in Austin, Minnesota. She attended Austin High School and graduated with the class of 1982. Following high school, DeeAnn began her longtime career at Clear Lake Press in Waseca. On June 11, 1994, she was united in marriage to Terry "Snuffy" Harvala at the Grace Lutheran Church in Waseca.

DeeAnn loved camping, going for walks, and most of all, spending time with her grandchildren Cameron and Noah.

She is survived by her husband, Terry Harvala of Waseca; her daughter, Cortney Kitzman (fiance Jeremy Weller) of New Richland, Minnesota; her grandsons, Cameron and Noah; her parents, Larry (Linda) Hansen of Austin; her sisters, Carie Hansen of Waseca; and Christine (Lindsay) Zaharris of Owatonna, Minnesota; her mother-in-law, Shirley Harvala of Sebeka, Minnesota; her brothers-in-law, Ty (Pattie) Harvala of Jamestown, N.D.; and Todd (Julie) Harvala of Gladstone, Miss.; her four nephews, Jesse Zaharris, Alex Mutch, Justin Harvala and Jake Harvala; and by other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents; her father-in-law; her two brothers-in-law; and by many aunts and uncles.

For guest book and further information, please visit www.McRaithFuneralHome.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 22 OCT 2013

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Ervin H. "Pete" Petersen, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

He was born August 8, 1922, in Ruthven, Iowa, to George and Emma (Harris) Petersen. On June 27, 1992, Pete married Phyllis (Squier) Miller at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin, where they remained faithful members. He served his country in World War II. Pete was employed by Hill Heating and Roofing, and held numerous other jobs around Austin. He was a member of the Moose Lodge for more than 50 years and held many offices there, including three times as governor.

He was also a lifetime member of the American Legion, the VFW and the Eagles Club, where he assisted with the Eagles Cancer Telethon. Pete held numerous positions at Our Saviors as well. The most special people in the world to him were his 103 precious grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis, of Austin; his children, Carmel (David) Taylor, Judy Kamp, Mike (Merry) Petersen, Eddie (Lori) Miller, and Judy (Steve) Tabor, all of Austin; Leanne (Larry) Rand of Mason City, Iowa; Jeanette (Kevin) Slavik of New Prague, Minn.; Sherri McCarty, Patti Lang, Roger Miller, Lenny (Becky) Miller, and Phillip (Joanne) Miller, Austin; 30 grandchildren; 68 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; siblings Delbert (Phyllis) Petersen of Sherburne, Minn.; Marjorie Rolfson of Austin; Floyd (Fran) Petersen of San Martin, Calif.; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Emma Petersen; five brothers Ken, Dick, Russell, Roger, and Gordy; one sister, Leila Henley; three granddaughters and one grandson.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin with the Rev. Glenn Monson officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date. Military honors performed by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. In lieu of flowers, it is preferred that memorials be directed to the family. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 22 OCT 2013

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Petersen, Ervin H.

Funeral Notice: Ervin H. "Pete" Petersen, 91

Ervin H. "Pete" Petersen, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on Sunday, October 20, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Service: Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 25, 2013, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin with Reverend Glenn Monson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, October 24, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.

Interment: Interment will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date. Military honors performed by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216.

Funeral Home: Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, it is preferred that memorials be directed to the family.

Austin Daily Herald, Oct. 24, 2013

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Funeral Notice:

Rita I. Lickteig, 83, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 19, 2013 at her home.

Service: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating.

Visitation: The family will greet friends at a luncheon following the service at the church on Saturday.

Funeral Home: Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home www.mayerfh.com.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Austin Food Shelf or the donor's choice.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 22 OCT 2013

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Rita I. Lickteig, 83

Rita I. Lickteig, 83, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Saturday, October 19, 2013, at her home.

Rita was born on September 7, 1930, in Austin to Stephen and Catherine (Cassady) Lickteig. She was the youngest of 15 children. Rita attended grade school and graduated from St. Augustine High School in Austin.

Rita was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. She worked for the George A. Hormel Company for 40-plus years in the office, and was very active at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center where she really enjoyed spending time.

Survivors include her sister, Thomasine Farnsworth, Hutchinson, Kansas; sister-in-law, Marion Lickteig, Rose Creek, Minnesota; many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Stephen and Catherine Lickteig; 13 siblings, Mary (Lloyd) Cotter, Joseph (Freida & Genevieve) Lickteig, Catherine (Jack) Eagen, Frank (Orene) Lickteig, Stephen (Esther) Lickteig, John (Olive) Lickteig, Isadore (Rose) Lickteig, George (Rena) Lickteig, Abbey (Leonard) Chase, Fred (Eleanor) Lickteig, James (Fern) Lickteig, Paul Lickteig (Brother Samuel), Charlie Lickteig.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. The family will greet friends at a luncheon following the service. Interment will be in St. John's Abbey Cemetery.

To her nieces and nephews, Rita was all wrapped up in one -- sister, aunt, mother, grandmother.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Austin Food Shelf and charities to assist the poor.

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

Austin Daily Herald, Oct. 24, 2013

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Vera (Hopfe) Knauer-York

Vera Knauer-York (Hopfe), 91, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2013, with her devoted family by her side, in Peoria, Arizona.

Loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Vera is preceded in death by her parents, LeRoy and Edith Hopfe, brothers, Kenneth and Robert Hopfe, sister, Margaret Sherman, and husbands, Dick Knauer and Ed York.

She is survived by three sisters: Shirley Millenacker, of Phoenix, Arizona; Beverly Hargis, of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; and Lois Freeberg-Requa, of Austin, Minnesota; a son, Allan (Adella) Knauer; daughter, Sandra (Tom) Adams; and grandchildren: Cyndi, Allana, Kristi and Troy along with six great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.

Vera was originally from Austin where she and her husband, Dick, owned and ran, Midway Car Sales, the Riviera Restaurant, and Town and Country Dress Shop. Vera was known for her style and great cooking. She will be remembered for her genuine smile, her positive outlook, and her love of people. Sincere thanks to Hospice of the Valley, the staff at Plaza del Rio Care Center as well as the staff at Encore Assisted Living.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at Sunland Memorial Park and Mortuary, 15826 Del Webb Blvd, Sun City, AZ 85351. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Research Center, The Mayo Clinic, 4111 Hwy 52 N, Rochester, MN 55901. To leave condolences, please visit sunlandmemorial.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
23 OCT 2013

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Died
WEISEL.

John George Weisel, father of Jacob and C.J. Weisel of this city, and William Weisel of Lansing, in this city Saturday.

He was born in Germany in 1805 and was therefore 88 years old. He came to America in 1854, and to Austin in 1892. His remains were taken to Cambria, Wisconsin, for burial, at which place he resided before coming here.

Mower County Transcript, Wed. 12-20-1893,
page 3, col. 2

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Died.
CHARLES.

At the residence of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Campbell, in this city, on Saturday, December 16, Mrs. Grace Charles. She was the wife of Albert Charles, and was only 33 years old, being born at Northfield, Minnesota, in 1860.

The funeral service was held on Monday at 2 o'clock, and the remains were buried in Oakwood cemetery.

Mower County Transcript, Wed. 20 DEC 1893,
page 3, col. 2

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Died.
Blighton.

Mrs. Melissa Blighton died at the Rochester Asylum, February 27. She was carried there for treatment but only lived five weeks.

Her remains were brought to Austin and taken to Sedate Paddleford's where funeral services were held, conducted by Rev. Hefflin. He spoke from the words found in James 4:14. The remains were accompanied to Oakwood Cemetery by her many friends.

She was born in Putnam county, New York. When fifteen years old she moved with her parents to Wisconsin. Her maiden name was Melissa Mead. She was married to Chancy Blighton in 1851. In 1855 they came to Minnesota.

She leaves a husband and four chidlren to mourn her loss. The chidlren are: Mrs. Sedate Paddleford of Austin, Mrs. harley Hildreth of Lyle, Mrs. Warren Paddleford and Mrs. James Pace of Austin; Mrs. Clara Babcock is now dead.

Mower County Transcript, Wed. 3-7-1894,
page 7, col. 4

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Death Notice: Sandra K. Spencer, 66

Sandra (Kamp) Spencer, 66, of Albertville, Minnesota, died unexpectedly in the emergency room at Mercy Hospital, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, on Tuesday October 22, 2013.

Service: Funeral services will be held on at 1:30 p.m. Monday, October 28, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Tom Ogilvie officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be from noon until the time of service Monday.

Interment: Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Austin Daily Herald, Oct. 24, 2013

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Sandra Kay Spencer

(December 25, 1946 - October 22, 2013)

Sandra (Kamp) Spencer, 66, of Albertville, Minnesota, died unexpectedly in the emergency room at Mercy Hospital, Coon Rapids, Minnesota, on Tuesday, October 22, 2013.

Sandra was born on December 25, 1946 at Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of Herbert and Agnes (Hartz) Kamp. She graduated from Austin High School and attended the University of Minnesota. Sandra was employed as an office manager with Park Dental in Champlin, Minnesota.

Sandy was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan and member of the "First Wives Club." She was a nature lover and enjoyed watching birds and gardening. She was an excellent cook and liked to make Scandinavian "goodies" and also had done some crocheting and needlework.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Sandra is survived by her sons, Geoffrey W. Spencer, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, and Daniel R. Spencer, Hopkins, Minnesota; grandchildren, Jasmine Spencer, Chase Spencer and Gavin Spencer; brother, Dennis Kamp, Goodland, Minnesota, and her dog Charlie.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM on Monday, October 28th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Thomas Ogilvie officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday from 12:00 noon until the time of the service.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 23 OCT 2013

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Obituary

Jeanette M. Mullenmeister, age 88 of Austin, died Wednesday, October 16, 2013 at Serenity Assisted Living in N. Scottsdale, Arizona.

Jeanette Marilyn Fritze was born July 27, 1925 in Claremont, Minnesota to William and Margaret (Selthun) Fritze. After graduating from Owatonna High School, she was united in marriage to Harold H. Mullenmeister on July 18, 1955 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin.

Jeanette worked at Austin State Bank, then later as a night clerk at the Holiday Inn in Austin. Her other jobs included night admission receptionist at the Austin Clinic, the school lunch program at Banfield School, and doing bookwork for Harold's business, Bootery Boot and Shoe. Jeanette was a longtime member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin. At the center of her life was her family, and she took special joy in her travels with her son John.

Survivors include her husband Harold Mullenmeister of Austin; her sons Michael (Pam) Mullenmeister of Rochester, Thomas Mullenmeister (Debi Luzier) of Sauk Rapids, John Mullenmeister of Austin, and William (Angie) Mullenmeister of Cave Creek, Arizona; her brother Merlin Fritze of Phoenix, Arizona, brother-in-law Sheldon Peterson of Lake City, Minnesota; sisters Doris Lea of Blooming Prairie, Wilma Chappius and Donna (Wayne) Grubish, both of Owatonna; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents William and Margaret Fritze and two sisters, Mildred Petersen and Arlene Uptdel; brothers-in-law Orville Uptdel, Dave Chappius, Mike Lea, and sister-in-law Dorothy Mullenmeister.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 2, 2013 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin, with Pastor Karen Behling of Our Savior's Lutheran Church officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday afternoon prior to services at the funeral home. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Worlein Funeral Home website,
Oct. 24, 2013

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Jeanette M. Mullenmeister, 88, of Austin, Minn., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2013, at Serenity Assisted Living in N. Scottsdale, Ariz.

Jeanette Marilyn Fritze was born July 27, 1925, in Claremont, Minn., to William and Margaret (Selthun) Fritze. She graduated from Owatonna High School. Jeanette was united in marriage to Harold H. Mullenmeister on July 18, 1955, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. Jeanette worked at Austin State Bank, then later as a night receptionist at the Holiday Inn in Austin. Her other jobs included night registration at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, a lunch aide at Banfield Elementary School, and a bookkeeper for Harold's business, Bootery Boot and Shoe. Jeanette was a longtime member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin. She was admired for her delicious cooking and her strong willingness to help and serve others. At the center of her life was her family, and she took special joy in her travels with her sisters and her son John.

Jeanette is survived by her husband Harold Mullenmeister of Austin; sons Michael Mullenmeister, of Rochester, Minn. and his wife Pam; Thomas Mullenmeister of Sauk Rapids, Minn. and his friend, Debi Luzier; John Mullenmeister, of Austin; and William Mullenmeister, of Cave Creek, Ariz., and his wife Angie; six grandchildren, Mathew, Megan, Morgan, Billy, Eric and Mary; brother Merlin Fritze of Phoenix, Ariz.; sisters Doris Lea of Blooming Prairie, Wilma Chappius of Owatonna, and Donna Grubish and her husband Wayne, also of Owatonna; brother-in-law Sheldon Peterson of Lake City, Minn.; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents William and Margaret Fritze and two sisters, Mildred Peterson and Arlene Utpadel; brothers-in-law Orville Utpadel, Dave Chappius, and Mike Lea; and sister-in-law Dorothy Mullenmeister.

A Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin, with Pastor Karen Behling of Our Savior's Lutheran Church officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 1:30 to 3 p.m. on Saturday afternoon prior to services at the funeral home. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 30 OCT 2013

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Della M. Shorrel, 94, of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, and formerly of Trempealeau, Wisconsin, and Austin, Minnesota, passed away October 22, 2013, at the Wissota Health long term care facility in Chippewa Falls.

Della Shorrel was born in Hokah, Minnesota, to Peter and Mary Elizabeth (Hirt) Anderson on May 31, 1919. She was the youngest of six children. She attended public schools in Hokah and at the age of 18 moved to La Crosse, Wisconsin. She worked at the Autolite plant off and on. She loved to dance and walk from the south side of La Crosse to the northside to dance at the Avalon and would talk about wearing out a pair of shoes in one night.

When laid off from Autolite she found a job as a housekeeper and a baby sitter in the household of John and Mayme Shorrel. There she was introduced to Grant Shorrel, the love of her life. She would marry him on May 31, 1941, at St. Johns Reformed Church in La Crosse.

During World War II, Della continued to live in La Crosse while her husband served in the U.S. Coast Guard. During that time, she gave birth to their daughter who died several hours after birth. After the war they continued to live in La Crosse. Della gave birth to a son, Gary, in August of 1948. Shortly after, they moved to Austin, Minn.

Della was a talented seamstress and sewed drapes for many years in Austin. After her husband's retirement from Geo. A. Hormel Company, they retired to their home along the Mississippi River in Trempealeau. Della continued to sew drapes for several more years as well as tending her flower beds and garden. She continued to live there after her husband's death in 2008.

In the fall of 2011, she moved to Homestead Apartment in Chippewa Falls to be close to her son and daughter-in-law.

Della was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Grant; infant daughter, Sharon Lee; her parents; her sisters and brothers in-law, Ethyl (John) Knutson, Minnie (Willard) Kramer, and Vera (Erwin) Johnson; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Clarence (Mabel) Anderson and Joe (Hazel) Anderson.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Barbara Shorrel of Chippewa Falls; granddaughters and husbands, Kelly and Rob Kress and Cristina and Scott Wildenberg; great-grandsons, Jackson, Cooper, and Alex and the great-granddaughter, Layna. She is also survived by her sister-in-law and husband, Garnet and Wally Shong; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, Oct. 28, with visitation at 10 a.m. and services at 11 a.m. at the Zwickey Funeral Home in Galesville, Wis. Internment will be at the Oak Grove Cemetery in La Crosse at 1:30 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the Trempealeau Garden Club.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 25 OCT 2013

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MRS. WILLIAM KLUSMEIER
FUNERAL SERVICES HELD
DECEMBER 26 IN THE AREA

Funeral services for Mrs. William (Lila Verbena) Klusmeier, 79, of Lyle, who died Tuesday, December 22, 1987, at Adams Health Care Center, Adams, Minnesota, were held on Saturday, December 26, at Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church, Lyle, with the Rev. G. Grant officiating.

Mrs. Klusmeier was born on August 10, 1908 in Mower county, Minnesota, the daughter of Martin and Amelia Nelson. She attended Nevada Center schools. She married William H. Klusmeier on November 22, 1933 in Lyle. They farmed in the Otranto area five years, Rose Creek area for 41 years, and Lyle the past eight years.

Survivors include her husband, William of Lyle and now at Adams Care Center; two daughters, Mrs. Ronald (Marilyn) Nelson, Owatonna, Minnesota, and Mrs. Robert (Elaine) Anderson of Fremont, Nebraska; one son, William H. Klusmeier, Jr. of Truman, Minnesota; eight grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers and five sisters.

Burial was at Woodbury cemetery, Lyle, Minnesota.

Source: St. Ansgar Enterprise

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Social Security Death Index:

Given Name: Lila
Surname: Klusmeier
Birth Date: 10 August 1908
Social Security Number: 468-56-4507
State: Minnesota
Last Place of Residence: Mower, Minnesota
Previous Residence Postal Code: 55953
Event Date: 22 December 1987
Age: 79

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Michael Regner Tray, 27, of Austin, died unexpectedly October 23, 2013 in Minnetonka, Minnesota. He was born December 9, 1985 to Michael A. Tray and Kim Regner in Ottumwa, Iowa. He moved to Austin in 1995 when he was in third grade. Michael played basketball and football at Austin High School, where he graduated in 2004. He graduated from St. Cloud University in 2013 with a BS in Bio-Medicine.

A member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin, Michael continued to enjoy sports, participating in the Tough Mudder Run in the Twin Cities, but golf was his most recent love. "Tray" had an unparalleled zest for life and everything in it. He chose carefully, yet freely those who would enter his life. Once one entered his life, it was for good. Tray played for keeps. With a blue sparkle in his eyes, he drew countless into his life's adventure. Mike was fun to all, a confidant to many and would have given his shirt (or a Mikeism) to anyone. All of us he left behind have been left with priceless gifts. The gift of humor, the gift of memories and the gift of living life -- no matter how brief -- to the absolute fullest.

Survivors include his parents, Kim and Jim Greer of Austin; brother, Paul Anthony Tray of Austin; sisters, Sara Nicole Greer of Austin and Katie Paris of Ottumwa, Iowa; nieces Kaela and Jada Paris; maternal grandparents, Ken and Jan (Block) Regner of Fort Myers, Florida; his girlfriend, Hannah Tite of Minnetonka; aunts and uncles, Kelly and Craig Lady of Austin; Tony and Laura Regner of Rochester; Ruby and Larry Davidson of Buffalo, Missouri; Naomi and Dennis Reed of Urbana, Missouri; Mary Beth and Jim Fine of Boliver, Missouri; Mary Ann and Harold Levesque of Escanaba, Michigan; Pat and Judy Tray of Davenport, Iowa; Cece Thompson of Des Moines, Iowa; Denise and David Hull of Ottumwa, Iowa; Jim (Joni) Tray of Ottumwa, Iowa; Joe and Dawn Tray of Ottumwa, Iowa; Thad (Shelly) Tray of Batavia, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his father, Michael A. Tray; paternal grandparents, Paul and Margie Tray.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 29, 2013 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 Monday at Worlein Funeral Home and at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Calvary Cemetery in Austin.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Donor' choice.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website, 26 OCT 2013

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Hugh Allen "Ole" Skjeveland, 70, of Hastings, Minnesota, and Sunrise Beach, Mo., formerly of Des Moines, Iowa, was born in Austin, Minnesota, on July 20, 1943. He passed away on September 17, 2013 at University of Minnesota Hospital, Fairview, Minneapolis, after a short but valiant battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.

Hugh graduated from Austin High School, class of 1961. He graduated from Minnesota State Jr. College (Austin), class of 1966, and from Winona State University, class of 1969. Hugh had a long and successful career in sales beginning with the Geo. Hormel Co. He retired, after 29 years from Pfizer Animal Health in May, 2002. He was consistently recognized for sales excellence and was named salesman of the year in 1998. He was a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who enjoyed his retirement at Lake of the Ozarks, fishing, boating, and entertaining family and friends. He also loved spending time with his two beautiful grandchildren in Lakeville, Minnesota

Hugh was preceded in death by his parents, Bernard and Genevieve (Jenny) Skjeveland; brother, Lionel; and twin sons, Bryan and Wayne Skjeveland.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda; son, Hugh Skjeveland, Jr. (Tracey); grandchildren, Makena and Conner; mother-in-law, Georgine Mulstay; brothers, Lowell Skjeveland, (Katherine), Eugene (Chip) Skjeveland, (Elaine), Darrell (Red) Skjeveland, (Janet), Leslie Skjeveland, (Carmen); sisters, Lorraine (Joan) Deyo, Sharon (Cherry) Waller, (Richard), Carol (Cookie) Bruggeman, (Lawrence); brother-in-law, Carl (Charly) Robertson; sister-in-law, Madeline (Mickey) Perrin, (Warren); and his dear friend William (Bill) Hansen (JoAnn). Hugh is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends, who he loved and who loved him, and of course his special girl "Molly," who looked forward to her daily walks and treats.

Hugh will be remembered for his kindness, keen sense of humor, his great laugh, and infectious smile. He will truly be missed by all who shared his path along the way. A celebration of his life will be held from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013, at the historic Hormel Home, 208 Fourth Ave. NW, Austin. The family wishes to thank the doctors and caregivers at University of Minnesota Hospital, and Bone Marrow Transplant Clinic, especially Dr. Linda Burns, for all their outstanding care and kindness over the past 8 months. We are so grateful for all their efforts and know Hugh received the best possible care.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of University of Minnesota Cancer Research Foundation.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 26 OCT 2013

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FUNERAL NOTICE--

Funeral services for Loy Enerson, who resided southwest of Rose Creek, Minnesota, will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church, near Lyle, Minnesota, the Rev. S. O. Stenson officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery with the Lyle American Legion Post in charge of military rites at the graveside.

Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral Home until 12 o'clock noon Sunday.

Source: Austin Dailey Herald, Friday, October 12, 1956

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Birth: Jan. 2, 1927

Death: Oct. 10, 1956, Mower County, Minnesota

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Loy Enerson Funeral Held Sunday, Oct. 14

Funeral services for Loy Enerson, 29, who died Wednesday, October 10, were held Sunday, October 14, at the Six Mile Grove church with the Rev. Stanford Stenson officiating.

Loy Arvid Enerson, the only son of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Enerson, was born January 2, 1927, at their farm home in Nevada township. Here he grew to manhood and spent his entire life. He attended the rural school near his home and was graduated from Lyle high school in 1944. Shortly after his graduation he enlisted in the U. S. Navy and received his honorable discharge in September, 1945.

He was baptized and confirmed at the Six Mile Grove Lutheran church by Rev. O. A. Langehough and was an active member of the church until his death.

On November *2, 1949, he was united in marriage to Leora Mae Hansen of St. Ansgar. They established their home on the family farm where he was engaged in farming with his father. They have two children, Julie Ann, age 6, and Jan Arthur, age 3 1/2. Loy enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of the St. Ansgar Saddle club. He was secretary and treasurer of the Gold Band club of Trinity Parish, and was also a member of the Lyle American Legion Post.

Mr. Enerson is survived by his wife, Leora, two children, Julie and Jan, his father and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Enerson, all of Rose Creek; one sister, Mrs. Arthur Jahr (Colleen), a brother-in-law and two nieces, Lynnae and Christine, of Cedar Rapids; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hansen of Osage; also brothers and sisters-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Dean Hansen and Mr. and Mrs. Darwin Koster of St. Ansgar and Duane Hansen of Iowa City; also a large number of nephews and nieces, uncles, aunts, cousins and a host of friends.

Burial was in the Six Mile Grove cemetery with Rev. Stenson in charge of the committal services.

From the St. Ansgar Enterprise, 18 Oct. 1956,
page 5, columns 1 & 2

Credit Mitch Helle, for this obituary and photo.
Photo is from the 1944 Lyle High School yearbook (Lyle, Minnesota)

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MARRIAGE ANNOUCEMENT--

Leora Hansen
Loy Enerson
Speak Vows

St. Ansgar - Miss Leora Hansen of Mason City, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Hansen of St. Ansgar, and Loy A. Enerson, son of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Enerson of Rose Creek, Minn., were married at a candlelight service in the First Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar. The Rev. Olaf A. Langehough performed the double ring ceremony Nov. 12.

Source: Mason City Globe Gazette, November 18, 1949

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*Note: There is a discrepancy on date of marriage between obit and marriage announcement.

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Minnesota Death Certificate Index:

    ENERSON, LOY ARVID
    Date of Birth: 02 Jan 1927
    Mother Maiden Name: HOFLAND
    certid# 1956-MN-010114
    Date of Death: 10 Oct 1956
    County of Death: MOWER

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Parents:
  Arnold Thomas Enerson (1896 - 1988)
  Lyla E. Hofland Enerson (1903 - 1997)

Sister:
  Colleen Ardis Enerson Jahr (1928 - 1988)

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Burial: Six Mile Grove Cemetery, Lyle, Mower County, Minnesota

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NOTES:

He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold T. Enerson of Rose Creek, Minnesota. He married Leora M. Hansen on November 12, 1949, at First Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar.

Children: daughter Julie and a son Jan.

He'd had Rheumatic fever while in the military and was medically discharged, but it left him with compromised health. He died from complications of flu at his home.

Credit: S. Bell

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