Pending Notice: Annacile "Ann" Thompson, 90

Annacile "Ann" Thompson, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday evening, October 27, 2013, at her daughter's home in Dayton, Minnesota

Funeral services are pending with the Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 28 OCT 2013

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Obituary

Annacile "Ann" Thompson, age 90, of Austin, Minnesota died Sunday evening, October 27, 2013 at her daughter's home in Dayton, Minnesota.

She was born January 20, 1923 in Douglas, Georgia to Clarence C. and Missouri (Cady) Parrish. On March 2, 1946, Ann was united in marriage to Theodore S. Thompson in Columbus, Georgia. Upon her husband's discharge from the Armed Services in June 1946, the couple moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where they lived while he attended the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry.

In 1952 they moved to Austin where they made their home until her death. For many years, Ann was actively involved with the Red Cross Bloodmobile, the Dental Auxiliary, and a number of organizations at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin.

She especially enjoyed teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. Ann treasured the opportunity to be a member of the needlepoint group that made the paraments, stoles, and kneelers for the church. Her favorite hobbies were cooking, gardening, needlework, oil painting, and making lefse. At the center of her life was the love she had for her family.

Survivors include her son Tom (Marcia) Thompson of Elko, MN and their children Steven (Kate), Suzanne, and David; her daughter Pam (Dr. Larry) Kreuger of Dayton, MN and their children Paul and Lauren; great-grandchildren Logan and Connor Thompson; sister-in-law Kathryn Parrish of Lake Park, GA; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Missouri Parrish; her husband Theodore Thompson; her sisters Lucille, LaTrelle (Luther) Gregory, and Mildred (Floyd) Holton; two brothers, Frank Parrish and Oswald (Frances) Parrish.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, November 1, 2013 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Debbie King Quale officiating. The family will greet friends from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on the day of the service at Worlein Funeral Home. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. The family requests that memorials be directed to recipient of donor's choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website -
29 OCT 2013

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Robert J. "Bob" Sheehan, 72, of Adams, Minnesota, formerly of Watertown, S.D., passed away on Friday, October 18, 2013, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota

Funeral Mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 25, 2013, at Holy Name Catholic Church in Watertown with Father Michael Wensing as celebrant. Music will be provided by Mallory Olsen as song leader and Donna Williams as organist.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., with a scripture service at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Wight, Comes & Sogn Funeral Chapel in Watertown. Visitation will continue on Friday prior to the services at the church.

Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Watertown, S.D. Military Honors will be conducted by the Codington County Post 17 of the American Legion and S.D. Army National Guard Funeral Honors Team of Watertown.

Pallbearers will be Doug Mack, Greg Dosch, Mike Sheehan, Terry Moeller, Jeff Hansen and Gary Grewing.

Robert Joseph Sheehan was born on October 12, 1941, to Donald and Lucille (Jensen) Sheehan in Pennock, Minnesota The family moved to Watertown where Bob attended school, graduating from Watertown High School in 1959. He then attended the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. Bob enlisted in the United States Army on Feb. 21, 1961, and was honorably discharged on Dec. 2, 1963.

On Aug. 1, 1964, he married Sue Afinson and they lived in Watertown where they raised their five children. Bob was employed in advertising at the Watertown Public Opinion for 37 years. He retired in 2005.

His pride and joy was watching his children and grandchildren participate in athletics and activities. He also enjoyed golfing and spending as much time as he could with his family.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Lisa Sheehan of Adams; his sons, Bob (Jill) Sheehan of Rose Creek, Minnesota; David Sheehan and Brent (Aimee) Sheehan of Austin, Minnesota; and Jeff (Kerri) Sheehan of Hayti, S.D.; his siblings, Kathleen (Doug) Rausch of Lakewood, Colo.; Donald (Kay) Sheehan of Littleton, Colo; Dan Sheehan of Cheyenne, Wyo.; Mary Jo Foster of Huron, S.D.; and Linda Brojborg of Kernersville, N.C.; 13 grandchildren; and 11 nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, William Sheehan; and his brother-in-law, Jeff Brojborg.

Arrangements by Wight, Comes & Sogn Funeral Chapel, www.wcsfc.com.

There will be a memorial service at Sacred Heart Church in Adams from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 29. A pray service for the family and public will begin at 7:30 p.m.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
28 OCT 2013

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William J. "Bill" Grover II, 45, of Adams, Minnesota, died peacefully Friday evening, October 25, 2013, surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota

He was born August 14, 1968, to William and Mary (Heard) Grover at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, Minnesota He graduated from Austin High School in 1987, and went on to college where he earned a bachelor's degree in business. Bill was employed as a diesel mechanic for Advanced Disposal. He was known as Uncle Buck by his four nephews and three nieces who loved him dearly. Bill had many cousins who felt his brotherly love toward them. Many friends who also felt that same love and loved him back as a brother. He enjoyed barbecuing, playing golf and going fishing with his friends and family.

Survivors include his daughter, Melissa Grover, of Preston, Minnesota; and son, James Grover, of Adams, Minnesota; parents, William and Mary Grover, of Adams; sisters, Jackie (Mike) Gottberg of Mankato, Minnesota; Ann (Mike) Langstaff of Mapleview, Minnesota; Judy (Joe) Stewart of Dodge Center, Minnesota; and Sally Froman, of St. Clair. Special friends, April Pineda (Tasia, Treymant and Tayce) and Claudia Greenhouse.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christianson officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. 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,
28 OCT 2013

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William J. "Bill" Grover II, 45, of Adams, Minnesota, died peacefully Friday evening, October 25, 2013, surrounded by his loving family after an extended illness at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota

Service: Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christianson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday

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.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 OCT 2013

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Funeral Notice: Gary E. Mees 52

Gary E. Mees, 52, of Dexter, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 26, 2013, at his home.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Elkton, Minnesota, with the Reverend Liz Erickson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service on Wednesday morning.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
28 OCT 2013

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Gary E. Mees 52

Gary E. Mees, 52, of Dexter, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 26, 2013, at his home.

Gary was born February 13, 1961, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, the son of Elvern and Beverly (Davis) Mees. He graduated from Southland High School in the class of 1979. Gary was married to Carrie Sathre on April 17, 1982, they were later divorced. For 21 years, Gary was employed by the Hormel Foods Corp. He later worked at Howe Countertops in Dexter and he also farmed.

Gary was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church at Elkton and had served as the president of the congregation. He enjoyed trips up north with his family for boating and waterskiing. He liked racing, snowmobiling, farming, hunting and carpentry.

Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents, Herb and Sophie Mees and Ben and Doris Davis.

Gary is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law: Jayme Mees and Gregory VanNess, of Hudson, Wis.; Lindsey and Shane Hanson, of Adams, Minnesota; Whitney and Jake Schotanus, Adams; grandchildren: Lane Hanson and Jackson Schotanus; parents: Elvern and Beverly Mees, of Elkton, Minnesota; sisters, brothers and spouses: Patti and Marv Lloyd, of Chetek, Wis.; Del and Tammy Mees, of Dexter, Minnesota; Debbie and Chris Farrell, of Austin, Minnesota; Vern and Jody Mees, of Byron, Minnesota; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at St. John's Lutheran Church, Elkton, Minnesota, with the Reverend Liz Erickson officiating. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service on Wednesday morning. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 OCT 2013

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Funeral Notice: Jarla F. Johnson, 83

Jarla F. Johnson, 83, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, died Friday, October 25, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Service: Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with Rev. Glenn Monson officiating.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Interment: Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
28 OCT 2013

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Jarla Ferne (Olson) Johnson, 83

Jarla Ferne (Olson) Johnson, 83, of Rose Creek, Minnesota passed away Friday, October 25, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Jarla was born April 3, 1930, in Fillmore County, Minnesota to Thomas and Edna Olson. She went to country school until the eighth grade.

Jarla married Darrel Johnson on May 10, 1946, in Lanesboro, Minnesota They had six children they raised on a farm near Rose Creek, Minnesota

Jarla loved to take drives around the country side where she grew up, and tell tales of her childhood. She also enjoyed going to auction sales, playing bingo, and spend time with her family and friends.

Survivors include five children, Sharon (David) Kasten, LeRoy, Minnesota; Rick Johnson, Austin, Minnesota; Pamela Meling, Austin; Randy Johnson, Rose Creek; Cynthia Graham, Austin; 15 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; her beloved dog, Tessa; two brothers, Dwayne (Sharon) Olson, Austin; Verdon (Mona) Olson, Spring Grove; sister-in-law, Ione Johnson, Austin.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Darrel Johnson; parents, Thomas and Edna Olson; sister, Gloria Olson; daughter and son-in-law, Paulette and Gary Kraling; a grandson; a granddaughter; a great-grandson; a great-granddaughter.

Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with Rev. Glenn Monson officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 OCT 2013

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Pending Notice: Viola Margurite Hodge, 98

Viola Margurite Hodge, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday afternoon, October 26, 2013, at the Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

Funeral services are pending with the Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 28 OCT 2013

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Viola Margurite Hodge, 98

Viola Margurite Hodge, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday afternoon, October 26, 2013, at the Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

She was born June 13, 1915, the daughter of Christian C. and Caroline (Holm) Hedegard in Dexter, Minnesota. She attended school in Dexter and after graduation, attended Scarritt College in Nashville, Tennessee. Viola worked with the Minnesota Council of Churches for four years and then the Methodist Board of Education Children's division for eight years. On March 20, 1942, she was united in marriage to John "Jack" E. Hodge. The couple moved to Austin in 1945, where Viola taught Sunday School and Bible School for the next 20 years at First United Methodist Church. She was also active in the Ladies Circle and helped with visiting the sick, homebound and those in the hospital. When it became difficult for Viola to get downtown to First United Methodist Church, she would often attend Crane Community Chapel. She had many friends there, including Pastor Joe and Della Matt who worked with her when she was president of the Lincoln School PTA for six years. Their son, David Matt was one of her Cub Scouts. Her husband, Jack died on Aug. 28, 1987. In 2007, Viola moved to Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin to live.

Viola is survived by her son, Ronald (Eileen) Hodge of Cottage Grove; grandson Derek C. (Ann-Margaret) Hodge of Vadnais Heights; three great-grandchildren Elena R., Amelie C. and Graeson W. Hodge; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends, including Tom Dormady.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Christian and Caroline Hedegard; her husband, John "Jack" Hodge; a sister, Karla and six brothers, Victor, W. Lester, Elmer, Henry, Atmar and Erland Hedegard.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christiansen, officiating. Interment will follow the service at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Minnesota Lake, Minnesota Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 OCT 2013

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Pending Notice: Ethel C. Bellrichard, 100

Ethel C. Bellrichard, 100, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 27, 2013, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Services are pending and arrangements will be announced later by Mayer Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 28 OCT 2013

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Ethel Clara Bellrichard, 100

Ethel Clara Bellrichard, 100, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 27, 2013, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

She was born in Haverhill, Iowa, on June 27, 1913, to Charles and Magdelina (Neuroth) Holdgrafer. Her family lived on various farms in Marshalltown, Iowa, Hollandale, Minn., and Austin. She attended school through the eighth grade. Ethel met Irving Bellrichard at a Grange Hall in rural Austin in 1929.

After a year of courtship, they married on Sept. 1, 1931, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. Ethel and Irving both worked at Hormels during the early 1930s. In 1934, they purchased a farm south of Austin. Irving died on Feb. 7, 1962. Ethel moved into Austin in 1972. She worked at Sacred Heart Hospice as a housekeeper from 1972 until her retirement in 1982. She moved into Sacred Heart Care Center in January of 2010.

Ethel loved to travel. She visited 45 of the 50 states, parts of Canada and Mexico. She also enjoyed playing cards, visiting family and friends. Ethel is known for her warm and gentle heart and her famous baked beans at family holidays.

Ethel is survived by her children, Joan Bellrichard, of Apple Valley, Minn., Loren Bellrichard, of Austin, Janet (Tom) Musser of Green Castle, Ind.; daughters-in law, Margaret Bellrichard, of Austin; and Pat Bellrichard, of Mondovi, Wis.; son-in-law, Jerry Majkrzak, of St. Paul, Minn.; 19 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 14 great-great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Basil Bellrichard; sisters-in-law, Marian Holdgrafer and Marie Thomas; many nieces and nephews.

Ethel was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Irving; four children, Dale Bellrichard, Jean Gomer, Ron Bellrichard, Marilyn Majkrzak; son-in-law, Don Gomer; great-grandson, Jeremy King; four brothers, Herbert, Harold, Arthur, Tony and two sisters, Irene and Marietta.

The family is extremely grateful to the staff at Sacred Heart Care Center for their excellent care.

A funeral mass will be on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013, at 11 a.m. at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

Online condolences: www.mayerfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 30 OCT 2013

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Pending Notice: Robert Edward O'Leary, 56

Robert Edward O'Leary, 56, of Austin, died Monday afternoon at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester. Funeral arrangements are pending with Mayer Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 30 OCT 2013

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Obituary for Robert Edward O'Leary

Robert Edward O'Leary, age 56, of Austin, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2013 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester of a brain bleed due to heart complications.

Bob was born June 18, 1957, the youngest of four children born to John and Etta O'Leary. He attended Austin Catholic Schools and graduated in 1975. During his high school days, he started working at the former Oak Leaf Restaurant as a dishwasher, working his way up until buying in as a partner in the late 1970's -- early 80's. Around this time Bob married Janelle (Peterson) O'Leary, and in 1985 they solely purchased the Oak Leaf. Together they ran this operation until 1997. Later, Bob and Janelle divorced.

In 2001, Bob married Pam Nicholas and continued to live, and work in local restaurants, in Austin. Bob was a fun loving, compassionate, hard working person with a gentle smile. He loved to golf-an activity in which he was gifted. Bob also loved to read and watch sports with his son, Ryan.

Bob will be sadly missed by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Survivors include his wife, Pam O'Leary, Austin, Minnesota; son, Ryan O'Leary (Samantha Kiker), Austin, Minnesota; daughter, Robyn O'Leary, Faribault, Minnesota; Pam's children, Joshua, Erik, and Adam Nicholas; sisters, Charolette (Carl) Pink, Austin, Minnesota, Jeanine (Wesley) Grandstrand, Fridley, Minnesota, Jeanette O'Leary (James Bryant), Minneapolis, Minnesota; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Etta O'Leary.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00 am on Friday, November 1, 2013 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website, 2 NOV 2013

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Pending Notice: Nell G. Staab, 87

Nell G. Staab, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin in charge of 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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Nell G. Staab, 87

Nell G. Staab, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

Nell Gail Orum was born July 21, 1926, in Howard County, Iowa, to Paul and Grayce (Powers) Orum. She was a 1934 graduate of Chester High School in Chester, Iowa. On May 3, 1945, Nell was united in marriage to Milton V. Staab. The couple raised three children Nell and Milton resided in Waterloo, Iowa, before relocating to Stewartville, Minn., in 1960. Nell worked as a surgical aide at Methodist Hospital in Rochester for 10 years, then later as an Activities Department aide at the Stewartville Care Center, retiring at the age of 70.

A former active member of Church of Christ in Pleasant Grove, Minn., she moved to Our House Memory Care in Austin in 2005, and then to Comforcare in 2008. Nell was one of 13 children. She loved her family, especially the babies. Among Nell's favorite pastimes were crocheting and gardening. She loved music, especially gospel. One of her favorite singers was Perry Como.

Survivors include her children Ruth (Mike) Biedermann of Austin; Linda Beach of Blue Earth, Minn.; and Steven Staab of Stewartville; nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren; siblings Robert (June) Orum and Bonnie McFarlane, both of LeRoy, Minn.; Eleanor (Bill) Ortman of Emmetsburg, Iowa; Manley (Norma) Orum and Dale 'Bud' (Pat) Orum, both of Waterloo, Iowa; Donald (Betty) Orum of Palm Desert, Calif.; Earl (Bev) Orum of Walnut Creek, Calif.; She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Grayce Orum, her husband Milton in 2005, five sisters, Gladys Moreno, Doris McFarlane, Marie Holloway, Nell's twin sister Norma Alden, Ruth Orum; and her son-in-law Don Beach.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, November 3, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Chaplain Theresa Turnbull officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home. Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Pleasant Grove. The family prefers that memorials be directed to Alzheimer's research. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 31 OCT 2013

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Catherine (Erlandson) Neubert, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

Catherine (Katie) was born on December 5, 1923, in Minneapolis, to Helge and Pearl (Mann) Erlandson. She married Jim Dalrymple, of Minneapolis, and had two children, later divorcing. In 1954, she married Lawrence Neubert of Mankato and had six children.

Katie was active in her church and community organizations. She was a talented singer and musician, avid gardener, and a devoted mother and wife. She had a smile that would light up a room.

Katie is survived by her husband, Lawrence “Jake” Neubert, of Austin, Minn.; sons: Daniel (Judy) Neubert, of Robbinsdale, Minn.; Matthew (Patti) Neubert, of Phoenix, Ariz.; daughters: Nancy (Dean) Stenberg, of Troup, Texas; Lauri (Mike Arturi) Neubert, of Red Wing, Minn.; Shelly (Mike) Bouquet, of Grand Rapids, Minn.; Wendy (Randy) Kramer, of Austin, Minn.; Patty (Larry) Dalrymple-Pombo, of Garden Valley, Calif.; grandchildren: Bradley and Brent Stenberg, Matthew Neubert, Emily and Mike Arturi, Jacob and Brady Kramer, Christy Hagen, and Jason Hayes.

Katie was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Jim Dalrymple, brother, Helge Erlandson, sister, Patricia Anderson, and infant son, Michael James Dalrymple.

A private family ceremony will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is assisting with the arrangements. Memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Care Center, 1200 12th Street SW, Austin, MN 55912.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 31 OCT 2013

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Arnold Tillman Dammen, 84, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Wednesday, October 30, 2013, at Prairie Manor Care Center, in Blooming Prairie. He was born October 17, 1929, in La Crosse, Wis., to Lee and Agnes (Sand) Dammen. He grew up in Lanesboro and in 1941, moved to Austin, Minnesota, where he later married Norma Wilson. She passed away in 1982.

In January 1983, Arnold married Marie (Donovan) Fuller in Austin. Arnold worked at various Ford dealerships in Austin as a service manager and salesman for more than 50 years. Hunting, fishing, and spending time with grandchildren were among his favorite pastimes, as well as camping, gardening and traveling with Marie. They wintered in Arizona for 14 years, where Arnie was involved in many activities. Marie passed away in December 2011. Arnold spent his last few years at Prairie Manor where he made friends and was the “gardener in charge” at their Heather Haus patio garden.

Survivors include his step-daughter, Diane (Ron Schmidt) Fuller, of Austin; step-sons, Richard Fuller, of Rochester, Minnesota; Tom (Lena Acebo) Fuller, of Oakland, Calif.; Terry (Heather) Fuller, of Neenah, Wis.; 10 step-grandchildren; two brothers, Anton 'Bud' Dammen, of Blooming Prairie; and David (Diane) Dammen, of Austin. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lee and Agnes (Sand) Dammen, his first wife Norma, his second wife Marie, and his brother Douglas Dammen.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013, at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. The family prefers that memorials be directed to the Heather Haus Patio/Garden Improvement in Blooming Prairie, or to the recipient of donor's choice. Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 1 NOV 2013
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Carol Ann died Monday evening, October 21, 2013, at her home in Sunnyvale, California, after a long illness.

She was born on November 28, 1945, to William E. Cowan and Arlene (Bly) Cowan in Austin, Minnesota

She married Rex Allen Buss March 23, 1980, in Santa Clara County, California.

She is survived by her husband, Rex Allen Buss, and two children, Melissa Nicole (Scott) Vowels, and Claire Megan Buss, both of Oakland, Calif.; her mother, Arlene Cowan Tabor, Austin; four sisters, Billie Joy (Harold) Moser, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; Ella Mae (David) Hartwig, of Bloomington, Minnesota; Debra Rae (Dennis) Knutson, of Austin; Peggy Lu (Robert) Olson, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; and two brothers, David William Cowan, of Blooming Prairie; Dale Lee Cowan, of Mapleview, Minnesota Also by one aunt, Maxine Laack of Austin; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceding her in death was her father, William E. Cowan, and nephew, Michael H. Moser.

The family would prefer memorials to the Cancer Society.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 1 NOV 2013

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Kelsey Shirley Young, 29, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at Hye-Min Hospital, Seoul, South Korea, with her mother and father at her side.

Kelsey was born November 1, 1984, at Methodist Hospital, Rochester, Minnesota, and lived in Mantorville, Minnesota, graduating from Kasson-Mantorville High School in 2003. She was active in band, choir, track, and was a soccer player with a feared left foot. She graduated from the University of St. Thomas in 2008, with a degree in philosophy and psychology. She worked at the Minneapolis office of AmeriCorps helping people in a job training program for a year.

In 2009, she accepted a teaching position in Suwon, South Korea. In 2010, she moved to Seoul and worked at the EWAS Academy. In 2013, Kelsey took a position with the Seoul Public Schools and worked there until her death.

Kelsey is survived by her mother, Lori, of Kasson, Minnesota; father, Dave (Judy), of Rochester; brother, Bryce, (Kelli), of Eagan, Minnesota; brother, Taylor (Yvonne), of Nuremburg, Germany; stepbrother, Rob Gust, of Rochester; niece, Evangeline and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Kelsey was passionate about teaching primarily 4-5 year olds. She loved her kids and teaching them English. She volunteered at Angel House in Seoul, a group home facility for the disabled of all ages.

Through Angel House she made many friends, some Korean, but also many others like herself from all over the world who shared her passion for working with people and the adventure of living abroad.

During her time in Korea, she took time to travel to Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, the Philippines, and Hong Kong along with shorter trips around Seoul and particularly to her favorite beach in Busan. Kelsey was also a big fan of one of Seoul’s professional baseball teams, the LG Twins. She loved all things about Korea, the kind and caring people, the food, and life in a big, noisy, busy, bright city.

Celebration of Kelsey's life will be at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 Second St. NW, Hayfield, from noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2013. At 1 p.m., there will be a brief time for reflection and prayer, and for those interested, an opportunity to share something about Kelsey with those gathered.

Burial will follow with a graveside service at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin, Minn., at 4 p.m.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 13 NOV 2013

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Denise Marie (Brechtel)(Hallman) Arends

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Denise M. Arends, 59, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Saint Mary's Hospital in Rochester.

Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 1 NOV 2013

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Obituary:

Denise M. Arends, age 59 of Austin, died Thursday, October 31, 2013 at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Denise Marie Brechtel was born July 10, 1954 in Austin, Minnesota to Earl W. and Vera R. (Zachgo) Brechtel. She attended Austin Public Schools, and then married Scott Hallman in 1972 in Austin. They later divorced. On March 18, 1978 she married Donovan Arends in Osage, Iowa. The couple made their home in Austin and Denise worked at Mower House, now Smythe Printing. She enjoyed reading, crafts, and crocheting. Denise also held jobs at Cardinal Circle, Cedar Valley Services and Mayo Clinic Health System - Austin as a switchboard operator. Due to failing health, Denise stopped working, and received a lung transplant in June of 2010.

Survivors include her children Chad Hallman of Anoka, Minnesota, Heather (Muja) Rupam of Richfield, Minnesota and Darin V. (Sabrina) Arends of Owatonna; eight grandchildren; siblings Deborah (Dennis) Hansen of Mantorville, Diane Christopherson, a twin brother David Brechtel, Bonnie Brechtel, and Scott (Katy) Brechtel, all of Austin; her dog Scooby; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Vera Brechtel and her husband Donovan Arends on November 25, 2001.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Crane Community Chapel in Austin, with Reverend Dale Christianson officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6 at Worlein Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Austin. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website, 2 NOV 2013

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Funeral Notices: Denise M. Arends, 59

Denise M. Arends, 59, of Austin, died Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2013 at Crane Community Chapel in Austin, with Reverend Dale Christianson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6 at Worlein Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.

Interment: Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Austin.

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

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 NOV 2013

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Denise M. (Brechtel)(Hallman) Arends 1954-2013

Denise M. Arends, 59, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Denise Marie Brechtel was born July 10, 1954, in Austin, to Earl W. and Vera R. (Zachgo) Brechtel. She attended Austin Public Schools, and then married Scott Hallman in 1972, in Austin. They later divorced. On March 18, 1978, she married Donovan Arends in Osage, Iowa. The couple made their home in Austin and Denise worked at Mower House, now Smythe Printing. She enjoyed reading, crafts, and crocheting. Denise also held jobs at Cardinal Circle, Cedar Valley Services and Mayo Clinic Health System — Austin as a switchboard operator. Due to failing health, Denise stopped working, and received a lung transplant in June of 2010.

Survivors include her children: Chad Hallman, of Anoka, Minn.; Heather (Muja) Rupam, of Richfield, Minn.; and Darin V. (Sabrina) Arends, of Owatonna, Minn.; eight grandchildren; siblings, Deborah (Dennis) Hansen of Mantorville, Diane Christopherson, a twin brother David Brechtel, Bonnie Brechtel, and Scott (Katy) Brechtel, all of Austin; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Vera Brechtel and her husband Donovan Arends on Nov. 25, 2001.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 7, 2013, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin, with Reverend Dale Christianson officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at Worlein Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Austin. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 NOV 2013

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Pending Notice: Lois K. Anderson, 70

Lois K. Anderson, 70, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013, at Sacred Heart Care Center, in Austin.

Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 1 NOV 2013

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Obituary

Lois K. Anderson, age 70 of Austin, died Thursday, October 31, 2013 at Sacred Heart Care Center, Austin. Lois Kay Gaul was born December 21, 1942 in Austin, Minnesota, to Lloyd and Lillie (Turner) Gaul. She married John Anderson on April 1, 1966. A lifelong Austin resident and member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Lois worked as a waitress at the Truck Stop, at the Land O Lakes turkey plant, as well as Austin Packaging, Sterling Drug Store, and Holiday Ford. She had daycare in her home in Austin for many years.

Survivors include her husband John Anderson of Austin; daughter Lynda (Dean) Harrington of Cottage Grove, MN, son Scott (Ellie) Anderson of Austin; sisters LaDonna (Gary) Keim of Austin, Lola Kouba of New Mexico, LuAnn (Darrell) Yoder of Sioux Falls, SD, Lesley (Mike) Krebs of Dallas, TX; grandchildren Ben (Julia) Anderson, Heather (Eric) Petersen, Nic Anderson, Lacey Harrington.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Lillie Gaul, her baby daughter Robbie, her in-laws Albert and Florence Anderson; also many aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. The family prefers that memorials be directed to the American Cancer Society or to Sacred Heart Care Center, Austin. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Pending Notice: Kenneth Nash, 83

Kenneth Nash, 83, of Mapleview, died Monday, Nov. 4, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System - Austin.

Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 NOV 2013

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Obituary

Kenneth Russell Nash, age 83, of Mapleview, Minnesota, died Monday, November 4, 2013 at Mayo Clinic Health System - Austin.

Kenneth was born on April 20, 1930 in Rochester, Minnesota, to Frank and Alice (Osborn) Nash. He grew up in Plainview, graduating from Plainview High School in 1948 before attending the Austin Area Vocational Technical Institute. Ken married Frances Myers in 1950. They later divorced. After serving his country in the United States Army during the Korean War, he moved to Austin in 1956.

Ken was united in marriage to Rosella (McAlister) Hall in 1963 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. They lived their entire married life in Mapleview, where he served as policeman, fireman, councilman, and mayor. He was employed by Weyerhaeuser for 38 years. Ken enjoyed dancing, woodworking, picture and video photography, working in the yard, and farming for Dwight Ault.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Rosella Nash of Mapleview; eight children Michael Hall of Minneapolis, Joy (Ron) Louters of Columbus, Ohio, Gary (Jayne) Nash, Steve Hall, Scott (Darlene) Nash, Randy (Gail) Nash, Jan (Dennis) Harmer, and Jeanne (Brent) Crump, all of Austin; 19 grandchildren Travis, Janny, Wesley, Jessie, Thomas, Matt, Erick, Brandon, April, Timothy, Jeremy, Emilee, Nicole, Patrick, Jordan, Ashley, Dalton, Tyler, Alison, and 17 great grandchildren; one sister Bette (Bob) Kinney of Little Canada, MN; brother-in-law Lawrence (Jeannine) McAlister; many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Alice Nash, his son Rick Nash, his sister Charlotte ‘Dolly’ Nash, his in-laws C.H. ‘Red’ and Hazel McAlister; five brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, November 8, 2013 at the Church of Christ in Austin with Rev. David DeFor officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 on Thursday, November 7 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be Saturday, November 9 at 1:00 p.m. in Oakwood Cemetery, with military honors by American Legion Post 91, and V.F.W. Post 1216. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website, 5 NOV 2013

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Pending Notice: Dorothy J. Jacobson, 89

Dorothy J. Jacobson, 89 of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, November 3, 2013, at the Adams Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements are pending with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 NOV 2013

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Dorothy J. (Fett) Jacobson 1924-2013

Dorothy J. Jacobson, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, November 3, 2013, at the Adams Healthcare Center.

Dorothy was born on January 1, 1924, in Austin, to George and Anne (Melde) Fett. She graduated from Austin High School in 1942. Dorothy married Curtis Jacobson on November 3, 1943, in Austin. She was a secretary for Austin Public Schools.

Dorothy enjoyed making crafts, crocheting and cross-stitch. She was a member of Grace Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Curtis, son Craig and brother Merlin Fett.

Dorothy is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: David and Pat Jacobson, of Bonita Springs, Florida, Jerry and Nancy Jacobson, of Pottersville, Mo.; daughter and son-in-law: Jennifer and Dale Kuehn, of Ogilvie, Minn.; nine grandchildren: Kendra Jacobson, Heather Jacobson, Amy Boucher, Heidi Jolson, Gina Wood, Jesse Jacobson, Scott Jacobson, Seth Anderson and Tasha Jacobson; 12 great-grandchildren; sister: Arlene Peterson, of Plainview, Minn.; brother: George (Karin) Fett, of Maple Grove, Minn.; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery, in Hayfield, Minnesota. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Wednesday morning for one hour before the service.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 NOV 2013

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In Memoriam: Richard Keith Williams

Richard Keith Williams died October 17, 2011, in Sun City West, Arizona. He was born December 1, 1943, in Cookville, Tennessee, to James & Phyllis (Threadgold) Williams. Richard (Dick) grew up in Austin, Minnesota, where he graduated in 1962 from Austin High School. After receiving chemistry and physics degrees in 1966, from Augsburg College in Minneapolis, he attended graduate school at the University of Minnesota.

Dick married Bonnie Neugent in Madison, Wisconsin, in June 1966, and settled in the Twin Cities. After working for 3M and Honeywell as a Chemist, he ended his career as technical director of Research & Development at Birchwood Laboratories in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

After retiring to Sun City West in 2001, Dick enjoyed reading, golfing, and crossword puzzles. His real passion was duplicate bridge and he traveled throughout the southwest playing in bridge tournaments. He received a Bronze Life Master award from the American Contract Bridge League. Dick also belonged to the local Sportsman's Club and the Order of Elks.

Dick is survived by his wife Bonnie Neugent; parents James & Phyllis Williams of Sun City West; brothers Michael (Jane) Williams of Austin; and Mark (Cheri) Williams of Tongonoxie, Kansas; and sister, Robin (Robert) Gearhart of Scottsdale, Arizona.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 NOV 2013

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Irene Bentzin, 91

Irene Bentzin, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System - Austin. Our beloved and beautiful mother took her final breath and bid us goodbye one last time.

Irene Harriet Bagley was born September 25, 1922, in a farm house near Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; the daughter of Ralph and Randina (Sacquitne) Bagley. On June 1, 1946, she was united in marriage to Lowell Bentzin in Austin. The couple lived in Mapleview, Minnesota, most of their married life, raising seven children. Lowell died on May 31, 1985. Irene worked in housekeeping at the Austin Hotel for seven years and for 14 years at St. Olaf Hospital, retiring on June 14, 1988.

She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church. Irene sang in a quartet when she was young and enjoyed music and singing her entire life. Her greatest joys were growing up on the farm and being with her children and grandchildren. Irene was at her happiest when surrounded by her family. She taught us the meaning of the word family and what it means to always have each other in good times and bad. Mom, we loved you so much and with broken hearts we say goodbye for now. You did a great job. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Survivors include six daughters: Linda (Mike) Linehan, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin; Kathy Kroening (Chip Grey), of Mound; Betty (David) Wytaske and Candy (Mike) Rector, all of Mapleview; Rosanne Esse, of Waconia; and Jackie (Brad) Williamson, of Albert Lea; 18 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Jeanette Thomas, of Austin; and Ramona (Mahlon) Plowman, of Colorado Springs, Colorado; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Bill and Iva Bentzin, of Stillwater, Minn.; several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Randina Bagley; husband, Lowell; son, Denny Bentzin and two sons-in-law, Paul Kroening and John Esse.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Pastor Bill Odermann, officiating. Interment will follow the service in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 NOV 2013

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Funeral Notice: Irene Bentzin, 91

Irene Bentzin, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, October 31, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Pastor Bill Odermann, officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

Interment: Interment will follow the service in Oakwood Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 5 NOV 2013

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Shirley M. Diedrich, 88, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at the Adams Healthcare Center.

Services are pending and arrangements will be announced later by Mayer Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 6 NOV 2013

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Shirley M. Diedrich, 88, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 5, 2013, at the Adams Healthcare Center.

Shirley was born October 10, 1925, in Austin, to Carl and Edna Nelson. She grew up in Austin and lived there her entire life. In 1949, she married Albert Diedrich.

Survivors include three children, Barb (Chuck) Knudtson, of Eagan, Minnesota; Linda (Kent) Anderson, Adams, James Diedrich, of Austin; three grandchildren, Katie, Alex, and Jake; one great grandchild, Sydney; sister, Faye (Bud) Harrington, of Austin; brother-in-law, Robert Bawek,of Austin; sister-in-law, Mary Nelson, of Austin.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Al.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2013, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Memorials are preferred to Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 7 NOV 2013

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GRAND MEADOW, MINNESOTA - Richard E. DeWall, 83, of Grand Meadow, died Thursday morning, November 7, 2013, at Grand Meadow Healthcare Center.

Funeral services for Richard E. DeWall will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, November 11, 2013, at Grand Meadow Lutheran Church with the Rev. Beth Krolak officiating. Burial will be in the Grand Meadow Cemetery with Military Rites by the Harry T. Anderson American Legion Post 140. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 10, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Grand Meadow Lutheran Church and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church.

Richard Edward DeWall was born November 2, 1930, in Rosevelt Township in Iowa. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War from August 1952 – June 1954. On September 24, 1960, he was united in marriage to Florence E. Kylen in Swea City. She passed away August 25, 1994. Together they farmed near Grand Meadow for many years. He was an active member of Grand Meadow Lutheran Church and held a variety of positions and served on many committees throughout his lifetime. He was a member of the Harry T. Anderson American Legion Post in Grand Meadow and for the last seven years, he resided at Grand Meadow Healthcare Center and was known as the John Deere man. He enjoyed playing cards.

Survivors include four children, Linette (Mark) Heimbuch of Mason City, Wayne (Cindy) DeWall of Grand Meadow, Minnesota; Renee (Matthew) Ziemer of Dover, Minnesota, and LuAnn (Eric) Ziemer of Rochester, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and sister, Marie Baade of Humboldt, and brother, Leroy (Pat) DeWall of Caledonia, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, a sister and three brothers.

Condolences may be left at www.HindtFuneralHomes.com

Sources: Mason City Globe Gazette website,
9 NOV 2013
Austin Daily Herald, 9 NOV 2013

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The memorial service for David Clair Way will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at the United Methodist Church, 100 Pleasant Street SE in Brownsdale, Minnesota, with Reverend Sharon Goetzinger officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the church.

David Clair Way, 70, passed away on Thursday evening, November 7, 2013, at his home in Brownsdale.

David Clair Way was born on September 9, 1943, the son of Vernon and Dorothy (Buckmaster) Way in Reading Township, Calhoun County, Iowa. He attended high school in Kenyon, Minn., and farmed and worked at the Coop Fertilizer Plant in Kenyon. He moved to Plano, Texas, and worked in the school system as a custodian. He later moved to Jefferson, Iowa, and worked as a truck driver for Northrop King. He was united in marriage to Jean Olness on September 28, 1985, in Panora, Iowa. He enjoyed woodworking, fishing, gardening and yard work.

David is survived by his wife, Jean Way, of Brownsdale; children, Jim (Mardell) Way, of Kenyon; Scott (Kim) Way, of Cologne; Pete Way, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Travis (Paula) Way, of Kenyon; Jon (Sarah) Way, of Chanhassen, Minnesota; Brent Way, of Fargo, North Dakota; Rocky (Lisa) Boehmke, of Copeville, Texas; Randy (Lisa) Boehmke, of Wichita, Kansas; Craig (Ramona) Gwin, of Brownsdale; Roger (Jessie) Allen, of Kenyon; Kelly Allen, of Faribault, Minn.; Joe (Sarah) Allen, of Faribault; 28 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; and one brother, Gus (Cynthia) Way, of Springfield, Nebraska.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two grandchildren.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 NOV 2013

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The funeral service for Glenn Edward Pesch will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 104 1st Street SE in Hayfield, Minn., with Rev. Paul Hauschild officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery in Hayfield, with military honors by the Hayfield American Legion Post 330.

Glenn Edward Pesch, 94, passed away on Friday morning, Nov. 8, 2013, at his home in Hayfield.

Glenn was born on October 6, 1919, the son of William and Dora (Reinke) Pesch in Waltham, Minn. He attended Waltham Parochial School. He served four years in the U.S. Army.

Glenn was united in marriage to Alice Peterson (Cepelak) on June 18, 1960, in Hayfield. Glenn was a farmer and did custom corn shelling. He enjoyed his cats and dogs, taking care of the yard, going for rides and traveling.

Glenn was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Hayfield.

Glenn is survived by his wife, Alice Pesch, of Hayfield; two daughters, Jane (Jerry) Struthers, of Kasson, Minn.; Joan (Paul) Christians, of Waltham; son, Jerry (Carol) Cepelak, of Hayfield; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; two brothers, James (Marcia) Pesch, of Waltham; Gilbert (Phyllis) Pesch, of Kansas City, Mo.; and one sister, Delores Hahole, of St. Paul, Minn. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Norman and Clarence; one grandson, Joey Cepelak, and two sisters, Florence Blinderman and Dorothy Thole.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 NOV 2013

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Pending notice: William Lewis, 74

William Lewis, 74, of rural Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, November 8, 2013, at his home.

Arrangements are pending with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 NOV 2013

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William "Bill" Lewis

(October 16, 1939 - November 8, 2013)

William "Bill" Lewis, 74 of rural Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, November 8, 2013 at his home.

Bill was born on October 16, 1939 in Austin, Minnesota, to Wallace "Bud" and Evelyn (Segar) Lewis. He graduated from Austin High School in 1958. Bill married Sharon Wencl on July 14, 1979. Bill was a farmer for his entire life. In high school he was a member of FFA. He served on the Udolpho township board for 17 years, in addition to serving on the Lansing Cemetery Board and the Mower County Historical Society Board of Directors. He was also a member of the Mower County Humane Society.

In his spare time, Bill enjoyed, refurbishing antique tractors, model T cars and trucks. He designed and built horse drawn wagons for plants, and painting and refurbishing farm equipment for the Historical Society. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. He loved all animals, especially his Cows and Dogs. Bill was a mentor to many many young farmers.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Betty Lewis.

Bill is survived by his wife, Sharon Lewis, Austin, Minnesota; a daughter, Stacy Bennett, Chanhassen, Minnesota; and a sister, Barbara Lewis, Austin, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, November 12th at the First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Dennis Tamke and the Reverend Beth Perez officiating. Interment will be at Lansing Cemetery, Lansing, MN. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Monday from 5 to 7pm and on Tuesday morning for one hour before the service at the church. Memorials are preferred to the donor's choice.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website, 10 NOV 2013
See also: Austin Daily Herald website, 11 NOV 2013

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Obituary

Robert Clayton Hansen, age 94, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on Thursday, November 7, 2013, surrounded by loving family at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

He was born June 11, 1919 in Grand Meadow, Minnesota to Clayton and Margie (Warn) Hansen. Robert grew up in Grand Meadow in the Methodist faith, graduating from Grand Meadow High School in 1937. In 1939, he was united in marriage to Barbara King in Cresco, Iowa. To this union five children were born. They divorced in 1976. Robert spent his career at Hormel Foods Corporation from 1941 until he retired over 35 years later in 1976.

Following retirement, he married Elaine Jenson in Austin in 1983. They divorced in 2005. After living in Mesa, Arizona for 20 years, Robert returned to Austin in 2006 to be near family. He enjoyed woodworking and carpentry, and built many houses for his family.

Survivors include three daughters, Linda (Milford) Nelson of Austin, Carol Johnson and Roberta Hansen of White Bear Lake, Minnesota; one son, David (Nora) Hansen of O'Brien, Florida; 11 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Lou Hansen of Richfield, Minnesota, and Sue Hansen of Byron, Minnesota; former wife Elaine Hansen; many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Clayton and Margie Hansen; daughter Patricia Hansen Schocker; one granddaughter, one great-grandson; five brothers: Warren (Lillian) Hansen, Phillip, Paul, Gordon, and Richard Hansen; his sister Maxine (Addison) Jacobson; and his former wife Barbara Hansen Myhre Harding.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2013 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home. Interment will be in Bear Creek Cemetery, Grand Meadow. The family prefers that memorials be directed to Comforcare Good Samaritan Center or to the recipient of donor's choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website, 10 NOV 2013

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Robert Clayton Hansen

DEATH NOTICE:

Robert Clayton Hansen, 94, of Austin, died peacefully on Thursday, November 7, 2013, surrounded by loving family at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

Service: Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin.

Visitation: Will be held one hour prior to the service at Worlein Funeral Home.

Interment: Will be in Bear Creek Cemetery, Grand Meadow, Minnesota.

Memorials: The family prefers that memorials be directed to Comforcare Good Samaritan Center or to the recipient of donor's choice.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 NOV 2013

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Kathryn Joan Stolzenberg, 63, of Lake City, Minnesota, died peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Kathy was born November 29, 1949, in Austin, Minnesota, to LeVerne and Beryl (Johnson) Madson. She married Thomas Stolzenberg in Austin at St. Augusta Catholic Church on March 15, 1969. After the wedding, they made their home in Stacyville, Iowa, until Tom took a job which moved them to Lake City. Kathy held multiple jobs over the course of her life, most of which were in the medical field. Her last job was working for Ryan Repair in Lake City, a job she held for 13 years and one that she truly loved. She enjoyed reading, camping and playing on the computer, but her favorite pastime was spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Kathy is survived by husband Tom; three sons, Brett (Christina), of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota; Neil (Kristie), of Lake City; and Adam (Kati), of St. Louis, Mo. She is also survived by her seven beloved grandchildren, Jacob, Samuel, Zachary, Sydnee, Lauryn, Will, and Maggie; mother, Beryl, of Austin; brothers Lloyd (Laurel) Madson, of Austin; and Alan Madson, of St. Petersburg, Fla.; and sisters, Sandy (Sam) Heard, of Austin; and Laurie Rosas, of Clearwater, Minn. She was preceded in death by her father, LeVerne.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, November 15, at First Lutheran Church in Lake City with Pastor Darren Paulson officiating. Friends and family may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, at The Mahn Family Funeral Home Anderson-Peterson Chapel Lake City. Friends may also call one hour before the service at the church. Interment will take place at Grandview Cemetery in Austin at a later date. Online Condolences may be placed at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 NOV 2013

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Robert "Bob" Cameron, 83, of Bloomington, Minnesota, passed away on November 9, 2013.

Bob served in the U.S. Navy from 1951 to 1955. He was employed 33 years at Control Data.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Scott and Macie; sister, Marge Baumgartner; brothers-in-law, Ray Baumgartner and Carl Caspers.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Bonny; daughter, Debbie Sisson; grandchildren, Macie and Wesley; sister-in-law, Dolly Caspers; niece and nephews.

Memorials preferred to Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church.

Interment will be in Woodbury Cemetery, Lyle, Minnesota. The funeral Service is at 1 p.m. Saturday, November 16, at Normandale Hylands United Methodist Church, 9920 Normandale Blvd. S., Bloomington. Visitation one hour prior to service Saturday at the church and also 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Werness Brothers Chapel, 952-884-8145, 2300 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 NOV 2013

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Mark Andrew Cavanaugh, age 27, beloved son, brother, and fiancée passed away on Tuesday morning, November 12, 2013 after a long battle with aplastic anemia.

Mark is survived by his parents, Jim and Ann Cavanaugh; his four brothers, Jim, Matt, Kevin, and Michael; his sister, Bridget Simmons; and his fiancée Stephanie Castellano. Mark was born and raised in Austin, Minnesota. He is a 2004 graduate of Austin High School. While in high school, Mark was an honorary mention all-state quarterback and member of the National Honor Society. After high school he matriculated to the University of Pennsylvania to pursue undergraduate studies in Nursing. At the University of Pennsylvania, Mark played running back for the Quakers.

In June 2008, Mark graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania and was awarded the Hillman scholarship in Nursing, a privilege awarded to the top students in the nursing class. After graduation Mark was pursuing post-baccalaureate pre-medical studies at the University of Pennsylvania when he fell ill.

Mark had a legendary work ethic and approached all his endeavors with an all or nothing attitude. Mark's quest for excellence started early on at Southgate Elementary (perfect speller and sit up record still stands) and continued throughout his academic life at Austin High and the University of Pennsylvania. For Mark it was never about achieving perfect grades or earning accolades, instead his goal was always to maximize his full potential and draw out the potential of others.

He lived to serve others and perhaps the toughest part of his five-year battle with sickness was not being able to move forward with his career goals. Above all else he cherished his family, friends, and beloved Stephanie. Mark fought his illness with the same tenacity, humor, and grace that he lived his life. A week before Mark's death, his doctors feared he had only hours to live. He continued to fight courageously for the next seven days to spend the last hours of his life surrounded by his family. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Mayo Clinic, particularly Dr. John M. Davis, III and Dr. Svetomic V. Markovic, and the medical staff at the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program at the University of Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 18, 2013 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father Paul Nelson and Father James Steffes officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 17 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, with a Rosary service beginning at 4:00 p.m. Interment will be in Holy Spirit Catholic Cemetery, Johns Island, South Carolina.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program, BMT Greatest Need Fund, University of Minnesota Medical Center, 420 Delaware Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website, 13 NOV 2013
Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 14 NOV 2013

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Frank McGhinnis Brown, age 87 of Austin, died Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at The Cedars of Austin.

He was born in Denver, Colorado on April 5, 1926 to William and Margaret "Mimi" (Buel) Brown. After graduating from East Denver High School in 1943, Frank immediately joined the Naval Reserve. He served in World War II in the South Pacific on an ammunition supply ship and finished his tour of duty at Kings Point, New York -- later learning that his ship, the USS Canada Victory, had been destroyed by a Kamikaze bombing shortly after he was sent to Kings Point.

After the war, Frank attended the Colorado School of Mines for a couple of years and then switched to Colorado State University, where he received a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1948. He spent his career with the Hormel Foods Corporation in Austin, MN. He started as a draftsman and retired as Chief Engineer and Vice President of Engineering 38 years later. On January 10, 1948, he was united in marriage to Astrid Svedlund in Denver.

As a registered engineer and land surveyor in the state of Minnesota and a number of other states, Frank was responsible for the building and equipment layouts and engineering of the new Austin plant, corporate office, and Research and Development facilities. He was also responsible for a number of new plants built by the Hormel Company throughout the U.S. A member of the original "Y's Men's Club," Frank oversaw the design and building of the YMCA.

He was a member of the Methodist Church and later the Congregational Church in Austin, serving on committees in both churches. He was also a member of the Utilities Board and the Southern Municipal Power Agency. Most recent memberships include the Noon Kiwanis Club, the American Legion, the Colorado State University Alumni Association, and the CSU Former Athlete’s Association. Frank’s favorite hobbies were fishing, golfing, gardening, and traveling. He was deeply devoted to his family. He and Astrid took his daughters and later grandchildren and great-grandchildren (and all the in-laws) to the same guest ranch in Colorado for 49 straight years.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Astrid L. Brown and four daughters: Ann Linnea (Christina Baldwin) in Washington, Susan (Stewart) Lynch in Arizona, Kathy (John) Harrington in Minnesota, and Margaret Brown (Charlie Parsons) in North Carolina. Frank and Astrid have been blessed with 13 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. Two dear nieces, Carol McGowan and Cindy Brown, also survive him.

He was preceded in death by his parents William and Mimi Brown and one brother, Charles Brown.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at the First Congregational Church in Austin, with Pastor Shari Mason officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday November 26 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with flag presentation by American Legion Post 91. The family suggests that memorials be directed to the American Diabetes Association, First Congregational Church, or recipient of donor's choice.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website

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Funeral notice: Frank M. Brown, 87

Frank McGhinnis Brown, 87, of Austin, died Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at The Cedars of Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 27, 2013, at the First Congregational Church in Austin, with Pastor Shari Mason officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, November 26, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin.

Interment: Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with flag presentation by American Legion Post 91.

Funeral Home: Worlein Funeral Home

Memorials: The family suggests that memorials be directed to the American Diabetes Association, First Congregational Church, or recipient of donor’s choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 23 NOV 2013

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Harold Allen (Harry) Hansen, 86

Harold Allen Hansen (Harry), 86, passed away on November 5, 2013, at his home in Clearwater Florida. He was born on September 20, 1927, in Austin, Minnesota, to Henry and Cozette Hansen. After high school graduation in Austin, and an honorable discharge from the United States Navy, he received his Structural Engineering Degree from Oregon Technical Institute in Klamath Falls, Oregon.

He was married to Nancy Carol Michael in 1955, and has celebrated his life with Christ, at Unity Church of Clearwater. Harry worked for Crown Zellerbach in Portland, Ore., and then moved with his family to Missoula Mont., and then on to Frenchtown, Mont., where he worked at Waldorf Hoerner/Champion International until his retirement in 1982. Then he enjoyed a very successful career selling real estate in the Western Montana area, retiring once again in 1989, and he and Nancy happily retired to their home in Clearwater, Fla.

Throughout his life, Harry worked with young people in 4-H and Junior Achievement in Montana. He was actively involved in Jaycees in Oregon and Montana, and served one term in the Montana State Legislature. Harry traveled extensively throughout the world for a major portion of his life.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Nancy and his parents.

Harry is survived by five children: Michelle Cooper and husband Mitch, of Kinston, N.C.; Heather Pester and husband Wayne, of Forsyth, Mont.; Richard Hansen and wife Kathy, of Lady Lake Fla.; Lisa Nielsen and husband Dennis, of Frenchtown, Mont.; and Julie Harlan and husband Kevin, of Portland, Ore. He has seven grandchildren, Jaisen Pester and wife Jennifer, of Idaho; Nick Ochs and Chris Ochs, of Colorado; Brianna Pester, of Montana; Dani Nielsen, of Montana; Klint and Kaylie Harlan, of Oregon; Nick Cowley, of Salem, Mass.; and Jason Cowley of Leesburg, Fla. He also has two great-grandchildren, Nathan and Allona Pester, of Idaho.

A Celebration of his life will be held at 4:30 p.m. November 10, 2013, at Bay Aristocrat Village in Clearwater, Fla.

Future services will take place at St. John Baptist of Frenchtown; Times have yet to be confirmed.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 14 NOV 2013

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Funeral Notice: Harvey F. Fiala, 95

Harvey F. Fiala, 95, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at his home in Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, November 16, at First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Marilee A. Benson officiating.

Visitation: Will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and at the church from 11 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday.

Interment: Will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
14 NOV 2013

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Harvey Frank Fiala

(April 3, 1918 - November 13, 2013)

U.S. Veteran

Harvey Frank Fiala, 95 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at the Cedars of Austin after a short illness.

Harvey was born in Chicago, Illinois, on April 3, 1918 to Frank and Barbara (Kalivoda) Fiala and moved to Austin at age two. He graduated from Austin High School in 1936 and attended the University of Minnesota. Harvey married Belva Koplin of Rochester, Minnesota, at the Little Brown Church in 1940. When World War II began he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and served for over three years in the South Pacific, from Guadalcanal to Okinawa.

Harvey worked for the U.S. Postal Service for over 30 years, retiring as the assistant Postmaster. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Elks club. Harvey played tournament bridge and enjoyed square dancing. Although he loved playing golf, bowling and going to Lake Pepin, his greatest joy were his two children, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren and entertaining them.

Harvey was preceded in death by his parents.

Harvey is survived by his wife of 73 years, Belva Fiala, Austin, MN; daughter, Kim (Ron) Mace, Austin, MN; son, Brett (Renee) Fiala, Mondovi, WI; grandchildren, Melissa (Brett) Hussey, Daniella (Jesse) Bertrang, Derek Fiala and Megan (Brent) Wilde; great grandchildren, Alexis and Britten.

Funeral services will be held at Noon on Saturday, November 16th at First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Marilee A. Benson officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with Austin Post #91 American Legion and Olaf B. Damm Post #1216 VFW in charge of military rites. Visitation will be on Friday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and at the church on Saturday from 11:00 AM until the time of the service.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website,
14 NOV 2013
See also: Austin Daily Herald, 15 NOV 2013

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(September 29, 1921 - November 13, 2013)

Norma M. Schoeneck, 92 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at the Adams Health Care Center, Adams, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 18th at Westminster Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Michael Olmsted officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Sunday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM and at the church Monday morning for one hour before the service.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website,
14 NOV 2013

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Norma M. Schoeneck, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at the Adams Health Care Center, Adams, Minnesota.

Norma Maxine was born September 29, 1921, in Austin, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Maude (Austin) and Norman Saterbo, and graduated from Austin High School in 1939. Norma worked in the Hormel office from 1939 until 1953. On June 1, 1946, she married Wayne Schoeneck.

Norma was a lifelong member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Over the years, she helped in the church nursery, led youth fellowship, and served as a deacon for many years. She belonged to Chapter, and was a member of circle helping serve at many weddings and funerals. Norma was an avid volunteer. She was an assistant leader of Brownie and Girl Scout troops. She served on the YWCA board and was a member of Y Matrons.

She delivered meals on wheels for many years. Norma volunteered for the Comforcare Auxiliary helping with bake and craft sales and weekly bingo. For more than 35 years, Norma volunteered with the Mower County Red Cross recruiting typists for the Bloodmobile each time it was in Austin. In 2008, after a lifetime of volunteering, Norma moved to the Cedars where staff and residents enjoyed her friendliness, pleasant manner, hospitality, and smile.

Norma was known for her coffee cup collection and love of shoes and purses. She enjoyed needlepoint, counted cross stitch, and knitting. She enjoyed travel and took many bus trips with the ‘Y’ and later the senior center.

Survivors include daughter Susan and husband Dr. Brian Wolf, grandsons Andrew and Brandon and great-grandson Isaac, all of Kenosha, Wis.; son Wayne of Minneapolis; sister and brother-in-law Mary and Larry Cole of Austin; cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, sister Viola Bergland, sister Lila Woelfel, and brother Richard Saterbo.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 18, at Westminster Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Michael Olmsted officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. and at the church Monday morning for one hour before the service.

Casket bearers will be Wayne Schoeneck, Brian Wolf, Andrew Wolf, Brandon Wolf, cousin Don Austin and friend Len Edwards.

Memorials may be designated to the American Red Cross, Mower County Chapter, 305 Fourth Ave. NW, Austin, MN 55912.

Source:Austin Daily Herald website,
Nov. 16, 2013

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Dalen Melvin Gunneson, 95

The funeral service for Dalen Melvin Gunneson will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at the First Baptist Church in Brownsdale, Minnesota, 206 East Main St., with Pastor Ken Petzold officiating. Interment will be in Waltham Township Cemetery.

Dalen Melvin Gunneson, 95, passed away on November 14, 2013, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin, Minnesota.

Dalen was born on July 12, 1918, the son of Melvin and Cora (Dalen) Gunneson in Dodge County, Minn. Dalen graduated from Elkton High School. He was united in marriage to Elsie Geyer on January 1, 1942, in Watertown, South Dakota. He attended school at Fargo, North Dakota, studying diesel mechanics. Dalen did seasonal harvesting for SENECA Foods during the pea and corn seasons for more than 30 years. Dalen was still active in farming until August of this year.

Dalen is survived by his children, Beverly (Roger) Powers, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; Paul (Stormy) Gunneson, Waltham, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Ben (Nikki) Powers; Martin (Amy) Powers; Gretchen (Nicholas) Miller; Jessica (David) Schnepple; Lindsay (Bill) Cordle; seven great-grandchildren, Tye, Savanna, Tucker, Simon, Corinn, Owen, and Nathaniel.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife in 2003.

Visitation will be 4 to 7 p.m. Monday, November 18, 2013, at the Czaplewski Family Funeral Home in Hayfield and one hour before the service at the church on Monday,

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 NOV 2013

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MRS. M. E. LAPPIN

Helen Jones Lappin, daughter of John and Sarah Jones, was born in Oakdale Township, Howard County, Iowa, on April 13, 1877.

She received her elementary education in a rural school in Oakdale township, graduated from LeRoy High School and Perry Norman in Cresco, Iowa. She taught school for one year in Oakdale District No. 4.

On September 22, 1897, she and Marvin Lappin were united in marriage by Rev. Russell Jones of the Presbyterian church of Le Roy.

Eight children were born to this union: Robert Lappin, LeRoy, Mrs. Merwin (Ruth) Noble, Riceville, Iowa, Dale Lappin, Cedar, Iowa, Mrs. DeLloyd (Lois) Malcomson, Burbank, Calif., Leon Lappin, Milwaukee, Wis., Mrs. Vernon Harlow (Margaret), deceased, Mrs. Morey Lane (Gwendolyn), Sunnyvale, Calif., and Ted Lappin, Long Beach, Calif.

Their married life was spent on their farm in Oakdale township until their retirement in 1930 after which they spent most of 12 years in Long Beach, Calif. Upon returning in 1942 they made their home in LeRoy where they were residing at the time of Mrs. Lappin's death.

At the time of her passing, Mrs. Lappin was active in the Woman's Relief Corps of LeRoy, holding the office of Chaplain.

After an illness of about five months she passed away on the evening of May 30th, 1961, age 84 years, 44 days.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Margaret Harlow.

She leaves to mourn her passing, her husband, Marvin; a brother, Lyman Jones of Modesto, Calif.; three daughters; four sons; 24 grandchildren; and 45 great-grandchildren.

She was a devoted wife and mother and found her greatest joy inher home, her family, and in doing for others. Her many friends knew her as a quiet but understanding person and in her quiet way believed and trusted in her maker.

Funeral services were held on June 2nd, from the First Presbyterian Church with the pastor, Rev. G. Barnitt officiating. Dale and Joe Noble, grandsons, rendered vocal numbers.

Interment was in Riverside Cemetery, Riceville, Iowa. Casket bearers were grandsons Garth Lappin, Royal Lappin, Harlan Noble, Russell Noble, Douglas Lappin and Robert Eastvold.

Source: LeRoy Independent, June 08, 1961,
Front page.

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