Elva Jean White, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday evening, November 16, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Jean was born August 30, 1935, in Slayton, Minnesota, the daughter of Ernest C. and Tillie (Wichern) Baerenwald. She was baptized at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Iona, Iowa on September 22, 1935, and confirmed at Bethel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Round Lake, Minnesota, on April 10, 1949. She resided on farms at Slayton, Reading and Round Lake, and attended high school at Worthington, Minnesota, graduating on May 28, 1953. She attended one year at Concordia College in St. Paul, and then worked at the college business for one year.

In September 1955, she moved to Colorado Springs, Colorado, and worked for the local Chamber of Commerce. On September 24, 1956, Jean was united in marriage to Gene Edward White in Colorado Springs while he was stationed in Fort Carson with the U.S. Army. Together they spent a year in Goeppingen, Germany, returning in late 1957, and settling in Austin. While living in Austin, Jean worked as a secretary for Weyerhaeuser Company for 30 years and part time for another five years in the Human Resource Department, retiring in 2002. Jean was a former member of Grace Lutheran Church and was presently a member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church. She enjoyed her work, traveling, camping, sewing, baking, singing with the college and church choirs, Bible study, church worship and spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her husband, Gene White; children, Connie Jensen, Marjorie Stoffer, Michael (Rose) White, Jamie White and Mark (Lisa) White; grandchildren, Sara Jensen, Chris Anderson, Alicia Carrigan, Logan White, Cory White, Jared White, Tabatha White, Alexandra White and Isaac White; step-grandchild, Dena Ruether; great-grandchildren, Garrett Springer, Michael Springer, Miah Carrigan; step-great-grandchildren, Kelsi Stoffer, Taylor Reuther and Sydney Reuther; brothers, Marlen (Kathy) Baerenwald, Dean Baerenwald; sister, Joan (W. Robert) Bauer; brother-in-law, Ronald White and many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Jean was preceded in death by her grandparents, parents, parents-in-law and two sisters-in-law.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 21, 2013, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Brian Krueger, officiating. Interment will follow the service at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, at the Worlein Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Memorials are preferred to Holy Cross Lutheran Church. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 NOV 2013

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Margaret Helen Lewison (nee Braford), 99, a resident of Austin, Minnesota, for more than 70 years, died October 25, 2013, at Cornerstone Commons Assisted Living, Plymouth Minnesota.

She was born March 6, 1914, in Le Sueur County, Minnesota, to Marcus H. and Christina (Pittman) Braford. A graduate of Owatonna High School and Teachers’ College, Margaret taught school in both Steele and Mower Counties. One of the schools in which she taught is now located at the Mower County Fairgrounds.

On June 14, 1939, Margaret married Edwin W. Lewison at the YWCA (currently the Hormel Historic Home) in Austin. Margaret and Ed lived in Duluth and other northern Minnesota communities until 1942, when they relocated to Austin, which became their lifelong home.

Margaret enjoyed her family and friends, working on many craft and needlework projects, and traveling. A highlight of her travels with her husband was a trip to Scandinavia in 1989, in celebration of their 50th wedding anniversary. She was very musical, a gifted vocalist, and she also enjoyed playing the piano. As a young woman, Margaret was soloist in many weddings.

Throughout her life Margaret was active in her church. A member of First Baptist Church in Austin for 51 years, she taught Sunday School, sang in the choir and assisted with Daily Vacation Bible School. Prior to joining First Baptist, Margaret was a member of the Evangelical United Brethren Church, where she served as Sunday School Superintendent and president of the Women’s Missionary Society.

Her memory will be cherished by the many lives she touched.

Margaret is survived by three daughters: Janet Harris, of Evanston, Illinois; Lana Lewison, of Evanston, Ill.; Kay (Floyd) Midura, of Minnetonka, Minn.; five grandchildren — John (Erin) Harris, of Evanston, Ill.; Michael (Lauri) Harris, of Evanston, Ill; Allison Midura, of Minneapolis; Jared Midura, of Fargo, N.D.; and Lindsay Midura, of Chicago; six great-grandchildren – Chloe, Annabelle, Signe, Fiona and Ionie Mae Harris and Nicholas O'Brian, all of Evanston, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Edwin, in 1999; a baby daughter in 1942; and two brothers, Ralph (Marvel) Braford of Austin in 1965, and Mark (Mabel) Braford of Indianapolis, Ind., in 2012.

A memorial service in celebration of Margaret’s life will be held at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24, at the Hormel Historic Home, 208 Fourth Ave. NW in Austin, with Pastor Floyd Midura officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials in honor of Margaret's love for children are preferred to: Samaritan's Purse -- Operation Christmas Child (www.samaritanspurse.org) or Ted Fund (www.tedfund.org)

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

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

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Alyce Lunetta (Purdham) Runquist, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, November 13, 2013, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin. Alyce was born February 12, 1924, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Elbert and Anna (Feck) Purdham.

She graduated from Patrick Henry High School in 1942, and served her country in World War II in the Coast Guard, both in Florida and California. During her tour in California, she had the opportunity to be included as a member of the military group scenes in the musical, "Tars and Spars," featuring Sid Caesar. Alyce attended Hamline University where she received a degree in education. She spent her career as a teacher and librarian, beginning in Long Prairie, Minn. and subsequently worked for Austin Public Schools for more than 30 years.

During her career, she taught English and speech/drama to students of all ages, spending several years as Media Generalist (librarian). Alyce also served as the drama coach at Ellis Middle School for many years and never tired of watching her students bring characters to life on the stage. Her students always held a special place in her heart and she especially appreciated having the opportunity to teach a second generation of the same family. Alyce retired from teaching in 1987. In June 1958, Alyce was united in marriage to Erling W. Runquist. Erling passed away in November 1961.

A member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin, Alyce was also active as a lay speaker in the Methodist Church in southern Minnesota for many years. Other memberships include the Daughters of the American Revolution and the League of Women Voters. She loved to read and also enjoyed music, shopping, traveling to Florida, having coffee with her friends, and collecting dolls. At age 17, Alyce was a blue ribbon winner for cake baking at the Minnesota State Fair, and again at age 88 at the Mower County Fair for her artwork. Her greatest joy was spending time with her granddaughter.

Survivors include her daughter Erleen Ann (Wendell) Nelson of Austin, stepdaughter Mary Jane Smith, also of Austin, two stepsons, Dr. James (Kay) Runquist of Orinda, California, and John (Luine) Runquist of New Brighton, Minnesota; her granddaughter Halla; five step-grandchildren, several step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Rev. Charles (Alice) Purdham, of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, niece Lois (Solon) Purdham-Kidane and nephew David (MaryRuth) Purdham.

She was preceded in death by her parents Elbert and Anna Purdham, her husband Erling W. Runquist, two step-grandchildren, one nephew Rev. James Purdham, and longtime friend Jean Miller.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Karen Behling officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. The family suggests that memorials be directed to the Salvation Army or the Austin Public Library. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

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

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Pending Notice: Kristine A. Burch, 65

Kristine A. Burch, 65, of Austin, died Friday, November 15, 2013, at her home.

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

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

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Kristine A. (Olson) Burch 1948-2013

Kristine A. Burch, 65, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, November 15, 2013, unexpectedly at her home.

She was born on May 5, 1948, to Jerome and Sonja (Knudsen) Olson in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Kristine grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1966. She was married and later divorced. To this union, two children were born. Kristine worked at Cedar Valley Services many years. Her hobbies included knitting and fishing in northern Minnesota. She enjoyed going to the movies, listening to music and loved to laugh.

Survivors include her two children, son, Craig (Kristi) Burch, of Spring Valley, Minnesota; and daughter, Gwendolyn Hays, of Faribault, Minnesota; six grandchildren; one sister, Carolyn (David) Kinsey, of Harned, Kentucky, her soul mate and boyfriend, Ron White, of Austin; and many wonderful friends and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one grandson.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21, 2013, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials preferred to St. Olaf Lutheran Church. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 NOV 2013

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Pending Notice: Robert Ackerwold 90

Robert Ackerwold, 90 of Austin, died Saturday November 16, 2013 at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

Arrangements are pending with the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

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

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Robert W. Ackerwold, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, November 16, 2013, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin.

Robert William Ackerwold was born on November 7, 1923, at Whitehall, Wisconsin, the son of William and Corrine (Breed) Ackerwold. After his parent's deaths at an early age, Bob moved to Minneapolis, where he was raised by his grandmother and an uncle. He graduated from Washburn High School and served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He returned to Minnesota and attended St. Olaf College in Northfield, graduating in 1949.

Bob taught history in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. He was married to Dorothy Walledom in New Richland, Minnesota, in 1954. They lived in Blooming Prairie until 1962, when the Ackerwolds moved their family to Austin where Bob was a guidance counselor at Austin High School until he retired in 1987.

Bob was an automotive historian and enjoyed classic cars. The Ackerwolds traveled in retirement and spent a portion of the winter in Florida. He was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church Noon Kiwanis and served on the Austin Park and Recreation Board and the Austin Public Library Board.

Bob is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of Austin; daughter, Kari Bain, of Austin; son, Robert Ackerwold, of Mayer, Minnesota; daughter and son-in-law, Liz and Neal Erickson, of Austin; nine grandchildren, Eric Bain, Jonathan Bain, Daniel Ackerwold, Megan Erickson, Sarah Bain, Thomas Ackerwold, Annie Erickson, Laura Ackerwold and Tim Erickson.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, uncle, Samuel Ackerwold, and son-in-law, Ian Bain.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, November 19, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church with the Reverend Glenn L. Monson officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with Austin Post 91 American Legion in charge of military rites. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 NOV 2013

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Memorial service for Roger Newkirk will be held 10 a.m.. Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at the United Church in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, with the Rev. Karen Ahston officiating. Burial will take place in the Grand Meadow Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, November 18, 2013, and will continue at the church for one hour prior to the service.

Roger A. Newkirk, 73, of Grand Meadow, died Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center.

He was born March 11, 1940, In Dexter, Minnesota, to Edwin and Dorthea (Salisbury) Newkirk and attended the Elkton School graduating in 1958. Roger was a self-employed flooring installer working in several area communities. He was a past president of the Grand Meadow Lions Club, a retired member of the Grand Meadow Volunteer Fire Department and served as a member of the Mower County Sheriffs Posse. He was also a member of the United Church of Grand Meadow serving on the building committee and was a dedicated volunteer for the Meadow Fest Chicken Fry. He will be missed by his family and many friends gained through his many years of carpet laying.

He is survived by his children, Todd Newkirk, of Grand Meadow; and Kari (Terry) Eischens, of Taopi, Minnesota; five grandchildren; Dustin Newkirk, Joshua Eischens, Jennie (Jesse) Crews, Jason Newkirk and Jill Eischens, three great-grandchildren; a longtime special friend Donna; three sisters, Maggie Boe, of LeRoy, Minnesota; Sharon (Arthur) Osmondson and Pat Leonard, both of Adams, Minnesota; and a brother, Ronald (Lori) Newkirk, of Austin, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 NOV 2013

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Agnes Elaine Markham, 93, died November 15, 2013, in Pineville, North Carolina, of natural causes.

She was born February 23, 1920, to Simon and Elda Simonson. She was married to Kenneth Markham on April 10, 1943. She graduated from high school in Rolfe, Iowa, and received her bachelors degree from Winona State University, followed by her masters degree at Minnesota State University - Mankato. Agnes worked as a sixth-grade teacher at St. Augustine Catholic Schools and in Lyle, Minnesota. She was also a media generalist at Blooming Prairie Public Schools. She was a member of AAUW, Extention Club, and many activities at First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. She enjoyed reading and cooking.

She is survived by Virginia (David) Haney, of Longmont, Colo., Elizabeth (Russel) Nelson, Fort Mill, S.C., and Gerald Markham, Owatonna, Minn.; two grandchildren, three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and her son, Jon.

A memorial service will take place at a later date. Memorials can be sent to Hospice and Palliative Care, 1420 E. Seventh St., Charlotte, N.C., 28204.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 18 NOV 2013

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Rita Ann (Przytarski) Gerlach, 58, of Mankato, Minnesota, died on November 16, 2013, surrounded by her family.

Memorial Mass will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 423 West Seventh Street, Mankato, Minnesota. Visitation 4-7 p.m. Friday at Northview North Mankato Mortuary, 2060 Commerce Drive, North Mankato, Minnesota. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Rita was born to Daniel and Ruth Przytarski in Austin, Minnesota, in 1955, and married Stephen Gerlach in 1979. Together, they had three children. She taught for nearly 35 years in the Catholic school system in Mankato. She enjoyed gardening, crafting, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survived by her husband, Stephen; daughter, Nicole (Joshua) Zwilling; son, Nathaniel (Ashley Anderson) Gerlach; three grandchildren; her mother; four siblings; and many other family. She was preceded in death by her son, Bradley; father, Daniel; and brother, Phil.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 19 NOV 2013

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Darlene Nola (Peterson) Jones, 79, died at her home in Decorah, Iowa, in the company of family members, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, after a long and valiant fight with cancer. Pallbearers will be six of her nephews: Marvin, Galen and Roger Peterson, Dean and Nolan Christianson, and Timothy Trom.

Darlene was born Aug. 25, 1934, in the same bedroom of the farmhouse where her eight older siblings had also been born, in rural Blooming Prairie. Her parents were Ormanzo and Mabel (Thompson) Peterson.

She attended a one-room country school for eight years, and graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1952. She attended Luther College in Decorah, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education in 1955. While at Luther she also took art courses from Orville Running. That was the beginning of a lifetime filled with creativity in the visual arts, among which sculpture was a favorite. Her years at Luther also enhanced her faith in God, a faith which continued to grow throughout her life.

She began her teaching career in Midland, Mich. in 1955. On Dec. 27 of that year, she married Robert B. (Bob) Jones. They made their home in Midland for two years, and then moved to Ann Arbor, Mich., where she helped support her husband by teaching in the Ann Arbor schools while he attended law school. In February 1960, they moved to Chicago, and lived there or in suburban River Forest for 48 years.

In 1963, she and Bob adopted his sister's five children — Nancy, Martha, Eda, Wendy, and Hugh, then 15, 11, 10, 7 and 4 years old, respectively — after the deaths of their birth parents. Darlene was 29 years old at the time. She raised them as if they were her own, and saw all of them graduate from college and move on to professional careers.

Her life was filled with volunteer work. She was a leader in or founder of dozens of artistic and charitable organizations. Among them are The Art Institute of Chicago, Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (for which she chaired its Amicus Certus award dinner), Lutheran World Relief of Chicago, Infant Welfare Association of Oak Park and River Forest (for which she chaired a benefit held in Frank Lloyd Wright’s Winslow House, his first independent commission in 1893). Also prominent were her contributions to United Lutheran Church of Oak Park, including dozens of 10-foot banners that she designed and painted to commemorate events of the Christian liturgical year.

She was a member of the River Forest Tennis Club, where she designed and made outrageous costumes which she wore in the Club’s traditional amateur shows.

She moved with Bob to Decorah in 2008, to a home that she designed and dearly loved. She resided there until her death.

Darlene is survived by her husband, Bob, and by their children and spouses: Nancy Jones and Michael Hovland, of Iowa City, Iowa; Martha and Carl Hunt, of Moscow, Idaho; Eda Johnson, of Bloomington, Minn.; Wendy and Larry Rice, of Hillsboro, N.H.; and Hugh and Cathy Jones, of Madison, Wis. She is also survived by eight grandchildren: Daniel Hunt of Seattle, Wash.; Katherine Hunt Yahvah, of Vancouver, Wash.; Sven Hovland of Watertown, S.D.; Bjorn Hovland, of Palo Alto, Calif.; Lise Rice of Hillsboro, N.H.; Lora Rice, of Anderson, Ind.; James Jones, of Fort Campbell, Kent.; and Marlene Jones, of Madison, Wis.; two great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and James Fry, of Hillsboro, N.H.; and by her siblings, Berniece Hines and Joyce Trom, of Blooming Prairie, Minn.; and Francis Peterson, of Spooner, Wis.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her siblings Mildred Christianson, Marion Peterson, Rayma Christianson, Hiram Peterson, and Richard Peterson, and her son-in-law, Kevin Johnson.

Darlene was exuberant and filled with a zest for life. She was an artist, and she brought beauty to every corner of the world she touched. Her clothing and her decorating schemes were vibrantly colorful, and her ever-present headbands set her apart. Her faith was strong, and her courage, strength and selflessness were demonstrated by her willingness to take on five children. She lived a full and rewarding life.

In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory are suggested to the Hiram Peterson Scholarship Endowment, Luther College, 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA 52101, First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway, Decorah, IA 52101, or Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 30456 Mower Freeborn Road, Austin, MN 55912.

Fjelstul Funeral Home in Decorah and Worlein Funeral Home in Blooming Prairie are serving the family.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 NOV 2013

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Funeral notice: Darlene Jones, 79

Darlene Nola (Peterson) Jones, 79, died at her home in Decorah, Iowa, in the company of family members, on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2013, after a long and valiant fight with cancer.

Service: Her funeral service will be held at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 26, with her niece, Pastor Laurie Jeddeloh officiating. Interment in the church cemetery will follow.

Visitation: Visitation will continue at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 26, one hour before the service, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 30456 Mower Freeborn Road, rural Blooming Prairie, Minn.

Funeral Home: Worlein Funeral Home.

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, gifts in her memory are suggested to the Hiram Peterson Scholarship Endowment, Luther College, 700 College Drive, Decorah, IA 52101, First Lutheran Church, 604 W. Broadway, Decorah, IA 52101, or Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 30456 Mower Freeborn Road, Austin, MN 55912.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, NOV 2013

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Annamae Kelly, 77, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday evening, November 19, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

She was born January 17, 1936, in Austin, the daughter of Alfred and Blanche (Morgan) Hansen. She attended country school and graduated from Austin High School in 1954. On December 13, 1958, Annamae was united in marriage to Jerald “Jerry” Kelly in Austin. Annamae worked in banking for more than 46 years, starting with Austin State Bank and retiring in 2001 from Wells Fargo Bank. The couple lived in Faribault from 1994 to 2004, before returning to Austin. She liked to fish, play bridge and belonged to bridge marathon groups. She was a past member of Austin Business and Professional Women’s Club and served as CEO of ABC & Associates.

Annamae is survived by her husband Jerald “Jerry” Kelly of Austin; one son, William Kelly of Oronoco; two brothers, Clifford (Darlene) Hansen of Oregon City, Ore.; and Steve (Roberta) Hansen of Eagan; many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Blanche Hansen.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013, at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin with Pastor Ronald Kelly, Annamae’s nephew, officiating. There will be no visitation or reviewal. Cards can be mailed to Jerald Kelly at 310 2nd Ave. NE, Apt. 201, Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 NOV 2013

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Funeral notice: Annamae Kelly, 77

Annamae Kelly, 77, of Austin, Minn., died Tuesday evening, Nov. 19, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Service: Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 25, 2013, at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin with Pastor Ronald Kelly, Annamae’s nephew, officiating.

Visitation: There will be no visitation or reviewal.

Funeral Home: Worlein Funeral Home.

Memorials: Cards can be mailed to Jerald Kelly at 310 2nd Ave. NE, Apt. 201, Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, NOV 2013

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Riley Leith Brown, 77, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 19, 2013, peacefully at home after a long illness.

Riley was born February 15, 1936, in Montevideo, Minnesota, to Riley and Alma Brown. On September 22, 1956, he was united in marriage to Rosemary Belden in Austin where they raised their family.

Riley was an over-the-road truck driver most of his life. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family and friends.

Riley was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.

Survivors include his wife, Rosemary Brown, of Austin; son, Chuck (Shelly) Brown, of Hayfield, Minnesota; son, Rick (Sue) Brown, of Austin; daughter, Mary (John) Champa, of Chisholm, Minnesota; daughter, Cindy (Tom) Mattson, of Albertville, Minnesota; special sister-in-law, Deb (Byron) Gardner, of Andover, Minnesota; son-in-law, Dan Haymon, of Garland, Texas; 20 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; brother, Forrest (Lola) Brown, of Albert Lea, Minn.; sister, Dody (Dennis) Ferch, of Owatonna, Minn.; sister, Darlene (Charlie) Clifton, of Denver, N.C.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Riley and Alma; brother and sister-in-law, Francis and Barb Brown; daughter, Vicky Haymon; infant son, Thomas Riley Brown; two grandchildren.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 NOV 2013

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Harvey B. Sathre, 93, of Adams, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at his home.

Harvey was born on February 23, 1920, in Austin, Minnesota, to Johnny and Bertha (Benson) Sathre. On September 20, 1942, Harvey married Alice Johnson at Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams. He served in the U.S. Army from 1941 to 1948. Upon returning home, Harvey was a dairy farmer for many years. From 1963 to 1973, he served in the Minnesota State House of Representatives. In 1990, Harvey retired and moved to Adams. Harvey enjoyed woodworking, carpentry, genealogy and loved history. His real passion was to visit with his neighbors, friends and especially to spend time with his family.

Harvey was very civic minded. He was a former Mayor of Adams, the treasurer of the Adams Conservation Club, a member of the Mower County Fair Board of 15 years, was inducted into the Mower County Agriculture Hall of Fame, a member and past chairman of the Mower County Republican party, recipient of several FFA awards, including the Honorary State Farmer Degree, a member of the original Dairy Princess committee, he was listed in Who’s Who in Minnesota and Who’s Who in the Midwest. While serving in the state legislature, Harvey authored legislation putting the colored picture on driver’s licenses, establishing Lake Louise State Park in LeRoy, helped secure funding for the Adams Community Park and spearheaded the establishment of the Adams Area Medical Center.

Harvey was a member of Little Cedar Lutheran Church, the Adams American Legion, Austin VFW, the Sons of Norway, and the Mower County Historical Society.

Harvey is survived by his wife, Alice, of Adams; children, Diane (Joe) Mass, of Rochester, Minn.; Lynn (Jane) Sathre, of Adams; John (Susie) Sathre, of Adams; Beth (David) Voigt, of Taopi; Jim (Connie) Sathre, of Adams, David Sathre, of Adams; Carrie (Jeff) Anderson, of Ash Grove, Mo.; 22 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; sisters and brothers-in-law: Donna (TJ) Williams, of Albuquerque, N.M.; Joan (Tom) Adams, of Boulder City, Nev.; Ann (Gary) Eppen, of Goodyear, Ariz.; Byron Huseby, of Adams; Basil Bellrichard, of Austin; Dick Noterman, of Sun City West, Ariz.; sister-in-law: Joanne Sathre, of Austin.

Harvey was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Paul, Maynard, and Bill; sisters Helen Huseby, Dorothy Bellrichard and sisters-in-law Morna Sathre and Alice Sathre.

Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams with Rev. Jeremy Johnson officiating. Interment will be at Little Cedar Lutheran Cemetery with Adams American Legion Post 146 in charge of military rites. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the Adams Funeral Home and at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 NOV 2013

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Funeral Notice: Harvey B. Sathre, 93

Harvey B. Sathre, 93, of Adams, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at his home.

Service: Funeral services will be held at noon on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams with Rev. Jeremy Johnson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Adams Funeral Home and at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Interment: Interment will be at Little Cedar Lutheran Cemetery with Adams American Legion Post 146 in charge of military rites.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 22 NOV 2013

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Delores M. "Dee" Heimsness, age 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center.

Delores Mae Wilson was born April 29, 1922 in Wessington Springs, South Dakota to George and Mabel O. (Hanson) Wilson. A 1940 graduate of Austin High School, Dee worked as a bookkeeper at Gildner's Clothing Store. On June 4, 1947, she married Arnold "Ray" Heimsness in Austin. The couple raised five children. Ray passed away October 25, 2010. Following their marriage, Dee was a homemaker, as well as the bookkeeper for Heimsness Masonry. She enjoyed bingo and was a great cook. Dee canned vegetables, and made great dill pickles. She was like a ‘mom’ and ‘grandma’ to many. Her family was a source of special joy in her life.

Survivors include her children, Raymond (Cecelia) Heimsness of Taylorville, IL, Julian (Barbara) Heimsness of Huntsville, AL, Terry (Mary Ann) Heimsness of Austin, Vickie Mollberg of Williams, MN, and Susan (Bob) Petersen of Austin; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; one brother Fred (June) Wilson of the Twin Cities.

Dee was preceded in death by her parents George and Mabel Wilson, her husband Ray Heimsness, two grandchildren, five brothers, and two sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, November 25, 2013 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Todd Portinga, A.I.M., officiating. Visitation will take place from 4:00-6:00 p.m. on Sunday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Source: Worlein Funeral Homes website, 21 NOV 2013

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Ralph Meyer, 72, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away peacefully early Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born May 8, 1941, in Owatonna, Minnesota, to August and Grace (Kubista) Meyer. He grew up in Brownsdale, Minnesota, and graduated from Rose Creek High School in 1959.

After high school, Ralph traveled throughout the country and experienced many life adventures. He worked at the 1960 Winter Olympics in Squaw Valley, Lake Tahoe, Calif., the Chinese New Year in San Francisco and picked apples in Seattle, Wash., to name a few.

After traveling around the country, he returned to Minnesota in 1962, and met his love of 50 years, Patricia Gahagan, of Austin, Minnesota. They were then married in July of 1963, at our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Brownsdale. The couple then settled in Rochester, where Ralph was employed with Edwards Sheet Metal, later becoming Tom Brogan Heating & Air Conditioning. He retired in 2002.

Ralph enjoyed life to the fullest and loved his family with all his heart. He was the very best husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and was a friend to many. He enjoyed spending time at his cabin in northern Minnesota, annual trips to Arizona in the winter, and venturing off on driving-destination trips across the country. For those who knew him best, he was always in the middle of several projects, as he loved being busy.

Ralph is survived by his wife Patricia, three daughters, Brenda (Dave) Johnson, of Chatfield, Minnesota; Jenny Meyer, of Chicago; Christine Meyer, of Chicago; three granddaughters, Melissa Mattson, of Chicago; Krista Mattson, of Chatfield; and Megan Johnson, of Chatfield; two great-granddaughters- Rosalie and Kendall, as well as his loyal and loving companion, dog Mattie.

He is also survived by sisters Judy (Neil) Knutson, of Brownsdale; Janet Meyer, of Minneapolis; Suzanne (David) Wilson, of Hudson, Wisconsin; Cecile Kling, of Minneapolis; and Phyllis Johnson, of Rochester.

He was preceded in death by parents and sister, Mary Wilson.

The funeral mass for Ralph will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013, at the Church of the Resurrection. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22, 2013, in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 NOV 2013

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Bradley Allan Huehn, 47, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday morning, November 23, 2013, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Society in Austin.

He was born July 26, 1966, in Minneapolis, the son of Ralph and Twila (Tapp) Huehn. Brad attended school in St. Louis Park and graduated from Spring Lake Park High School in 1984. He moved to Austin in 1995. Due to his health, Brad worked various jobs throughout his life, and for the past several years he has been working at "The Bridge" in Austin.

Brad enjoyed spending time with his children at the family cabin, being outdoors, fishing, riding snowmobiles and four-wheeling. He was united in marriage to Susan Bauers on Aug. 6, 2011, in Austin. Brad and Sue enjoyed camping, fishing, playing bingo and listening and singing to soft rock music.

Bradley is survived by his wife, Susan Huehn of Austin and his five children, Amber Huehn of Rochester, Autumn Huehn, Aron Huehn and Ashley Huehn all of Austin and Codey Huehn of Rochester; mother, Twila Tapp Huehn of Austin; brothers and sisters-in-law, Steve (Christine) Bauers of Minnetonka, Kathy (Gary) Weber and Kimberly (John) Waller all of Austin; father-in-law, Donald Bauers of Austin; aunts and uncles, David (Sedsel) Tapp of Zumbrota, Dean (Judy) Tapp of Rochester, Connie (Garry) Anderson of Coon Rapids and Runnette (David) Madson of Glenville; his first wife, Kasandra Huehn of Austin; special friends, Lucy Rodgers and Linda Kuehn, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Huehn; grandparents; mother-in-law, Patricia Bauers and sister-in-law, Shelly Bauers.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2013, at Crane Chapel with Pastor Dale Christianson officiating. Interment will follow the service at Greenwood Cemetery in Brownsdale, Minn. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Crane Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 25 NOV 2013

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Obituary

Bradley Allan Huehn, age 47, of Austin died Saturday morning, November 23, 2013, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Society in Austin. He was born July 26, 1966, in Minneapolis, Minnesota the son of Ralph and Twila (Tapp) Huehn. Brad attended school in St. Louis Park and graduated from Spring Lake Park High School in 1984. He moved to Austin in 1995. Due to his health, Brad worked various jobs throughout his life and for the past several years he has been working at “The Bridge” in Austin. Brad enjoyed spending time with his children at the family cabin, being outdoors, fishing, riding snowmobiles and four-wheeling. He was united in marriage to Susan Bauers on August 6, 2011, in Austin. Brad and Sue enjoyed camping, fishing, playing bingo and listening and singing to soft rock music.

Bradley is survived by his wife, Susan Huehn of Austin and his five children, Amber Huehn of Rochester, Autumn Huehn, Aron Huehn and Ashley Huehn all of Austin and Codey Huehn of Rochester; his mother, Twila Tapp Huehn of Austin; brothers and sisters-in-law, Steve (Christine) Bauers of Minnetonka, Kathy (Gary) Weber and Kimberly (John) Waller all of Austin; father-in-law, Donald Bauers of Austin; aunts and uncles, David (Sedsel) Tapp of Zumbrota, Dean (Judy) Tapp of Rochester, Connie (Garry) Anderson of Coon Rapids and Runnette (David) Madson of Glenville; his first wife, Kasandra Huehn of Austin; special friends, Lucy Rodgers and Linda Kuehn as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Huehn, his grandparents; mother-in-law, Patricia Bauers and sister-in-law, Shelly Bauers.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 P.M., Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at Crane Chapel with Pastor Dale Christianson, officiating. Interment will follow the service at Greenwood Cemetery in Brownsdale, Minnesota. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Crane Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website, 25 NOV 2013

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Denise Marie Nelson, 59 of Lanesboro, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Friday, November 22, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Denise Marie Fournier was born April 21, 1954, in Minneapolis, to John "Jack" and Janet “Jan” (Schoen) Fournier. After graduating from Totino Grace High School, Fridley, Minnesota, in 1972, Denise attended Dental Hygienist School in Minneapolis. On November 12, 1994, Denise and Donald A. Nelson were united in marriage in Austin, Minnesota. Most of her life she worked as a server in many local restaurants, including The Old Mill, Applebee's, Tolly's Time Out, and the Austin Country Club. Denise loved spending time with her nine grandchildren.

She enjoyed animals and all wildlife, playing cards, shopping and entertaining. Denise was famous for her luck with pull tabs, and even more famous for her cooking. Some of her highly requested recipes were for her chicken salad, taco dip, caramel corn, banana bread, bars and seasoned pretzels. Among Denise’s favorite places was their home in Lanesboro, fondly called "The Shack," and their home in Montgomery, Texas.

Since Denise's diagnosis with ovarian cancer in 2007, she has displayed a zest for life like no other. The positive outlook and attitude was never-ending. She was blessed with many friends and always found ways to put everyone in her life before herself. Denise was an active member of M.O.C.A (MN Ovarian Cancer Assoc.), and Habitat for Humanity.

Denise is survived by her husband, Donald A. Nelson of Lanesboro; son, Noel (Angela) Karl of Eden Prairie; daughters, Marisa West (formerly Marisa Karl) of Los Angeles, Heather (Scott) Berg (formerly Heather Nelson) of Medina, Minn., Nichole (Rob) Easthouse (formerly Nichole Nelson) of Rochester; sister, Cyndee (Scott) Iannazzo of Maple Grove, Minn.; nine grandchildren; parents, Jack and Jan Fournier of Minneapolis; in-laws, Alfred "Cuffy" and Opal Nelson and brother-in-law, Dan (Deb) Nelson, all of Rochester.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents; uncle and godfather, Tom Fournier, other uncles Jerry, Don, and Tom Schoen; aunt, Barb Murray, and her dog, Jake. Denise will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Paul Nelson officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday, Nov. 26 from noon to 3 p.m. at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. The family suggests that memorials be directed to the Hormel Institute in Austin, Minn., for cancer research.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Denise's family would like to thank Dr. Tatiana Ramirez Dominguez and the St. Marys nurses for their guidance and support.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 25 NOV 2013

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Funeral Notice: Denise Marie Nelson, 59

Denise Marie Nelson, 59, of Lanesboro, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Friday, November 22, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Service: A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Paul Nelson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 26 from noon to 3 p.m. at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin.

Memorials: The family suggests that memorials be directed to The Hormel Institute in Austin, Minn., for cancer research.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 26 NOV 2013

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Obituary

Betty R. Morgan, age 84 of Austin, Minnesota died Saturday night, November 23, 2013, at Our House Assisted Living in Austin. She was born, April 17, 1929, in Faribault, Minnesota the daughter of Lester and Florence (Hand) Payne. She attended school in Faribault, graduating from Faribault High School. On April 9, 1949, she was united in marriage to Delmar R. "Blackie" Morgan at Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams. Betty worked her entire life as a waitress, caretaker and cashier. While living in Austin, she worked for twelve years at the Oak Leaf and for several years at Jim's Super Value. Delmar died on June 16, 2000. Betty enjoyed flower gardening, fishing, bowling, baking, playing cards, bingo, cross stitching, and watching the Twins play. She moved to Our House in November of 2011.

Survivors include her children, Susan (Greg) McAllister of Minnetonka, Diane (Donald) Daily of Austin, Pam Burzinski of Brownsdale, Debra (Steve) Kneeskern of Austin, Gary (Mary) Morgan of Gilbert, MN and Sheila (Gary) Van Osdel of Austin; twelve grandchildren; thirty-four great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Delmar Morgan; a daughter, Laura Bellin; a grandson, Karl Kneeskern and one brother and five sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 30, 2013 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Glenn Monson officiating. Interment will follow the service at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at the Worlein Funeral Home prior to the service.

Sources: Austin Daily Herald website, 26 NOV 2013
Worlein Funeral Home website, 25 NOV 2013

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Funeral Notice: Betty R. Morgan, 84

Betty R. Morgan, 84, of Austin, Minn., died Saturday night, Nov. 23, 2013, at Our House Assisted Living in Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 30, 2013, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Glenn Monson officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Worlein Funeral Home prior to the service.

Interment: Interment will follow the service at Grandview Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 NOV 2013

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MRS. M. WATKINSON,
86, OF LYLE, DIED

Minnie Marie Watkinson, 86, died at home in Lyle Wednesday morning. Funeral services were held on Saturday at a funeral home in LuVerne, Iowa. Burial was in the LuVerne cemetery.

Survivors included her husband, George of Lyle; a daughter, Mrs. Harlan (Joy) Nelson of Lyle; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Wilson Legler and Arthur Legler of Fort Dodge.

Mitchell County Press, April 1, 1971

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FUNERAL HELD FOR
MRS. EDDIE FOSSEY

Funeral Services were held Monday for Mrs. Eddie Fossey, 75, of near Lyle, who died Thursday at Mitchell County Memorial Hospital.

Rev. M. Johnson, pastor, was in charge of the services at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Lyle, and burial was at Pleasant Hill Cemetery there.

Ella Haugen was born on June 30, 1895, at Kasson, Minnesota, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Knut Haugen.

She was married to Eddie Fossey on November 28, 1915. They had lived in the Lyle vicinity all of their married life.

Surviving are her husband, Eddie; one daughter, Mrs. Albin Perau (Elizabeth) of St. Ansgar; one son, Donald Fossey of Watertown, South Dakota; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a brother, Alfred Haugen of Mona; and four sisters: Mrs. Esther Fossey of St. Ansgar, Hilma Haugen of Rochester, Josephine Haugen of Spokane, Washington, and Mrs. Allert Olson (Rikka) of Osage.

Mitchell County Press, April 15, 1971

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NOTES:

Ella died April 8, 1971.

She is buried in Pleasant Hill cemetery south of Mona, Iowa, next to her husband, Eddie.

Her father was Knute E. Haugen, and her mother was Berte Elise Trom.

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Obituary

Solomon Summy.

Solomon Summy, aged 77 years, died at his home in Lansing village, Friday morning from what is believed to have been a stroke of apoplexy. He was knocked down by a runaway team in Lansing on the evening of January 3, 1913, and had his leg broken and received other injuries. He was improving apparently and was able to be about on crutches a little. Friday morning he walked a little and sank down exhausted and soon expired.

He was born at Harris Hill, Erie county, New York, near Buffalo, on May 5, 1835. He received a good education and was licensed as a preacher in the United Brethren Church. He was married there to Miss Eunice Woodward. They came to Michigan and he had a store there for a while until he was burned out. About 1868 they came to Mower county, settling on the farm in Lyle township.

Mrs. Summy died there about 38 years ago, leaving two children, Eugene now living in Seattle and Ben now of Lansing village, then a child of two years.

Mr. Summy lived there for a number of years and about 27 years ago moved to Lansing where he taught school for several years. He was married to Mrs. Emma Smith on June 17, 1892. She survives him. The deceased was a member, for years, of the Congregational church. He was well read and a man of ability.

Funeral services conducted by Rev. C. D. Belden, were held at the home Sunday forenoon. Interment in Lansing cemetery.

Source: Mower County Transcript, Wed., 2-19-1913, page 3, col. 3

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Death / Mrs. Julia Enerson

Mrs. Julia Enerson, who has been making her home with her children, Mrs. A.P. Martin and Sam Enerson, since her husband died 26 years ago, passed away at the A.P. Martin home in Nevada township Thursday morning, February 13, 1913, at 11:40.

For several years she has been deprived of her faculties of hearing and sign and has been more or less of an invalid.

She was one of the early settlers of this county, having lived in Nevada township since 1857. In 1853 she came to America from Nomendal, Norway, where she was born on September 1, 1820. Of the seven children of her family, five survive her. They are Mrs. A.P. Martin and Mrs. N.D. Nelson, and Ivan, Sam and Tom Enerson, all of Nevada township.

Source: Mower County Transcript, Wed. 2-19-1913,
page 3, col. 3

NOTE: We believe "Nomendal" should be "Numedal."

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Paul D. Lenoch, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday morning, November 23, 2013, at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

He was born September 16, 1935, in Austin, Minnesota, to Daniel and Anna (Shimon) Lenoch. Paul attended Austin Public Schools, graduated from Austin High School in 1955, and remained an avid AHS sports fan his entire life. He was inducted into the Austin High School Hall of Fame in 2008, and was a loyal follower of the Vikings and the Lakers. A lifelong Austin resident, Paul enjoyed trips up north and to the casino, collecting cans, and riding his bike. He was employed over the years by Clean Towel, Austin Park and Recreation, and the Mower County Housing Authority. Known as a "big softie," Paul was a very kind, caring, and generous person who will be missed by those who knew him.

Paul is survived by his nieces and nephews, sisters-in-law Mary Lenoch and Margaret Lenoch, both of Austin, and good friend Wayne Lerud, Austin. He was preceded in death by his parents Daniel and Anna Lenoch and his brothers Gilbert, Warren, Bernie, Floyd, and Clifford Lenoch.

Funeral services will be held at First United Methodist Church in Austin at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2013, with Rev. Merilee Benson officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
29 NOV 2013

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May 23, 1939 - November 28, 2013

Jolene Edell Alexander passed away at her home on November 28, 2013.

Jolene was born May 23, 1939 in Wakefield, Nebraska, the daughter of Wilbur and Edell Petersen. She graduated from Wakefield High School in 1957 and received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Dakota in 1961.

On June 25, 1961 she married James E. Alexander, of Fort Dodge, Iowa. They spent 52 wonderful years together and were blessed with two children, Jill and Jay. The time that all four of them spent together was what Jolene loved the most. Over the last 15 years during retirement, Jolene's best times were either spent traveling with her family or having everyone home for a visit.

Jolene was born to be a nurse and she loved taking care of her patients. Throughout her working years she did all kinds of nursing; from working in the hospital, to public health and finally in long term care where she was Director of Nursing. After retirement, she continued to look after people by delivering "Meals on Wheels" and as Hospice volunteer for the Mayo Health System.

Jolene was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church and the P.E.O. sisterhood where she celebrated 50 years in 2010. She enjoyed the many friendships she made in P.E.O. Chapters everywhere she lived; Austin MN, Fort Dodge and Ottumwa IA. For the past 15 years, Jolene enjoyed retirement with Jim by spending the summers in Minnesota, where she could spend time and catch up with old friends. Then flee to sunny Bonita Springs, Florida for the winter, where she enjoyed an occasional golf game, Sundays at the beach, concerts in the park, spending time with friends and the many visitors she hosted.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Sue Carol (Robert) Rohde.

Jolene is survived by her husband James; daughter, Jill Alexander of Downers Grove, Illinois; son, Jay Alexander of Henderson, Nevada and brother Fredrick (Janell) Petersen of Pewaukee, Wisconsin.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 6, 2013 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga, AiM officiating. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

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

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Funeral Notice: Jolene Edell Alexander, 74

Jolene Edell Alexander, 74 of Austin, Minn., passed away at her home on Nov. 28, 2013.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga officiating. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service.

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

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

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial to The Rochester Ronald McDonald House online at rmhmn.org or at 850 2nd Street SW, Rochester, MN 55902.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
2 DEC 2013

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Steven Frank "Louie" Johnson, age 48 of Wabasha, formerly of Austin, died peacefully, surrounded by his family on Thursday morning, November 28, 2013 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester. He was born May 28, 1965 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Steve grew up in Austin where he attended schools before working various jobs, all of which he enjoyed. He married Barbara Dee Mayo on April 23, 1999 in Wabasha. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family, going to fairs, fishing and hunting.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Johnson of Wabasha; his mother, Dorothy Johnson of Austin; a sister, Kaylene (Miguel Tovar) Tovar-Johnson of Austin; nieces and nephews, Trendon, Bradon and Kylan, great niece, Nevaeh, two great nephews, Lucas and Lazirae, all of Austin; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Johnson and grandmother, Gertrude.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 4, 2013 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website,
30 NOV 2013

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Steven Frank Johnson, 48

Steven Frank Johnson, 48, of Wabasha, Wis., formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully, surrounded by his family on Thursday morning, November 28, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn.

He was born May 28, 1965, in Minneapolis. Steve grew up in Austin where he attended schools before working various jobs, all of which he enjoyed. He married Barbara Dee Mayo on April 23, 1999, in Wabasha. Steve enjoyed spending time with his family, going to fairs, fishing and hunting.

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Johnson, of Wabasha; his mother, Dorothy Johnson, of Austin; a sister, Kaylene (Miguel Tovar) Tovar-Johnson, of Austin; nieces and nephews, Trendon, Bradon and Kylan; great-niece, Nevaeh; two great-nephews, Lucas and Lazirae, all of Austin; many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Johnson, and grandmother, Gertrude.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2013, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
30 NOV 2013

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Obituary

Mamie Gustina Stundahl, age 101 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

She was born May 19, 1912 to Ingward and Edith (Helmrich) Hamberg in Freeborn County, Minnesota where she grew up and attended school. She married Roland Stundahl on August 19, 1934 in Northwood, Iowa. They were married and worked on their farm for 50 years before Roland passed away. They made their home on a farm in Freeborn County, where Mamie enjoyed gardening, tending her flowers, canning, baking and cooking. They moved to Austin in the 1950's. When Mamie was 92 years old, she entered her first exhibit at the Mower County fair and won a blue ribbon.

Survivors include her son, Leslie (Thelma) Stundahl of Austin; two grandchildren; Craig (Suzanne) Stundahl of Champagne, Illinois and Bruce (Diane) Stundahl of Austin; four grandchildren, Steffanie, Crystal, Lisa and Sandra and many wonderful friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland; a brother, Lester; sister, Marjorie; a grandson Keith.

Memorial Services will be held at 8:30 a.m., Thursday, December 5, 2013 at Worlein Funeral Home of Austin with Todd Portinga, Associate in Ministry, officiating. Visitation is one half hour prior to the service. Interment is at Oakland Lutheran Cemetery in Freeborn County. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website,
30 NOV 2013

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Mamie Gustina Stundahl, 101

Mamie Gustina Stundahl, 101, of Austin, Minn., died Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2013, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home. She was born May 19, 1912, to Ingward and Edith (Helmrich) Hamberg in Freeborn County, Minn., where she grew up and attended school. She married Roland Stundahl on Aug. 19, 1934, in Northwood, Iowa. They were married and worked on their farm for 50 years before Roland passed away. They made their home on a farm in Freeborn County, where Mamie enjoyed gardening, tending her flowers, canning, baking and cooking. They moved to Austin in the 1950s. When Mamie was 92 years old, she entered her first exhibit at the Mower County fair and won a blue ribbon.

Survivors include her son, Leslie (Thelma) Stundahl, of Austin; two grandchildren, Craig (Suzanne) Stundahl, of Champagne, Ill.; and Bruce (Diane) Stundahl, of Austin; four grandchildren, Steffanie, Crystal, Lisa and Sandra; and many wonderful friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland; a brother, Lester; sister, Marjorie and a grandson Keith.

Memorial Services will be held at 8:30 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, 2013, at Worlein Funeral Home of Austin with Todd Portinga, associate in ministry, officiating. Visitation is one half hour prior to the service. Interment is at Oakland Lutheran Cemetery in Freeborn County. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
30 NOV 2013

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Death Notice: Terrance Guy Bates

Terrance "Terry" G. Bates, 73, of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Thursday, November 28, 2013.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 3, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jeffrey Forbes officiating. There will be military rites by Austin Post 91 American Legion.

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

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

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
30 NOV 2013

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Minnesota Terrance Guy Bates

(February 7, 1940 - November 28, 2013)

U.S. Veteran

Terrance "Terry" G. Bates, 73 of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Thursday, November 28, 2013.

Terrance Guy Bates was born February 7, 1940 at Grand Meadow, Minnesota, the son of Roy and Vera (Smith) Bates. Terry attended Austin High School and served in the US Army. He worked in the construction industry and was married to Mary Bell in 1964,they later divorced. On November 15, 1985 he was married to Bettie Elam Bayer.

Terry was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, hunting, summer camping trips to French Lake and swimming. He liked to travel and go for drives. He was well known for his joke telling and enjoyed visiting with the neighbors.

He was preceded in death by his parents Vera and Roy Bates, a sister Angie and brothers Joe, Clarence and Ray.

Terry is survived by his wife, Bettie Bates, Austin, Minnesota; son, Trent Bates, Albert Lea, Minnesota; daughter, Tonia Boyd, Austin, Minnesota; granddaughter, Samantha Lebarron; step daughters, Melanie Miland, Austin, Minnesota, Kathleen Grimley, Austin, Minnesota, Denise Thompson, Austin, Minnesota; Step grandchildren, Taylor Miland, Allie Miland, Ashley Thompson, Lauren Thompson, Justin Matthews, Logan Grimley, Michael Grimley and Kellie Drenth; one step great grandson, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, December 3rd at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jeffrey Forbes officiating. There will be military rites by Austin Post #91 American Legion. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Monday from 4:00 to 7:00 PM and on Tuesday morning for one hour before the service.

Source: clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website,
30 NOV 2013

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WATERLOO, IOWA - Mildred Theresa Simon, 69, of Waterloo, died at home Saturday, December 3, 2005, of natural causes.

She was born April 18, 1936, in Adams, Minnesota, daughter of Joseph and Theresa Koenigs Schneider. She married Marvin Simon on August 5, 1961, in Johnsburg, Minnesota.

Mrs. Simon was employed at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester, Minnesota, and was later employed at Covenant Medical Center as a unit clerk/secretary in the mother-baby unit. She volunteered for numerous organizations in the area, including the Serra Club and prayer line. She enjoyed watching Cubs baseball games and most of all spending time with her friends and family.

Survivors include her husband; three sons, Perry (Laura) and Corey (Linda), both of Waterloo, and Gale (Koya) of Urbana; five grandchildren, Tyler, Zachary, Skylar, Amanda and Lindsey Simon; three brothers, Joseph (Audrey), Leo (Martha) and Willie (Margaret) Schneider, all of Adams, Minnesota; and three sisters, Anna Jax and Betty (Gilbert) Fasbender, both of Adams, and Angelia Winkels of Rochester.

Preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Paul Schneider.

Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Service on South Street, where there will be a 4 p.m. rosary. Visitation also for an hour before services Wednesday at the church.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

Source: Waterloo-Cedar Falls (Iowa) Courier,
Monday, December 5, 2005

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Susan R. Howe, nee "Goodnature," 42, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 29, 2013, at her home.

Susan was born October 31, 1971, in Austin, where she grew up and graduated from Austin High School. A lifelong Austin resident, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her parents Wayne (Catherine) Goodnature of Austin, and Sandra (Dale) Larson of Austin, and her fiance, Jamie Goligowski; four beautiful children: Kaitlen (Dolan) Wagner, of Minneapolis; Lauren Heiny, Joshua and Jordan Howe, all of Austin; a supportive and caring sister, Heidi Goodnature, and Timothy (Tennile) Thurneau of Austin; and nieces and nephews: Kennedy Thompson, Riely Marsolek, Miranda and Brady Thurneau.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents and grandfather. Susan was loved by so many family & friends. We will all miss her deeply. Help us remember Susan.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, December 4, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Fr. James Steffes officiating. Visitation is from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday evening at the Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. A prayer service will be held at 4 p.m. Tuesday. Interment is at Grandview Cemetery in Austin. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2 DEC 2013

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Pending Notice: Carl Arnold Cochlin, 49

Carl Arnold Cochlin, 49, of Phoenix, Arizona, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday morning in Austin. Funeral arrangements are pending with Mayer Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2 DEC 2013

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Funeral Notice: Carl Arnold Cochlin, 49

Carl Arnold Cochlin, 49, of Phoenix, Arizona, and formerly of Austin, died Saturday, November 30, 2013, in Austin.

Service: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, December 6, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Friday.

Interment: Interment will be in Oakland Midway Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 3 DEC 2013

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Carl Arnold Cochlin, 49, from Phoenix, Ariz., formerly of Austin, passed away Nov. 30, 2013, from complications of cancer.

Carl was born in Austin, Minnesota, to Hubert "Mike" and Addie (Frondal) Cochlin on February 14, 1964. He graduated from Austin High School in 1982. He married Marilyn Jansen-Classon on Nov. 29, 1996, and later divorced. Carl had a lifetime career in the food service industry working at several well-known establishments in the Austin/Albert Lea area including Lansing Corners, Holiday Inn, Perkins, Applebees and Big Island Bar and Grill. In 2003, he fulfilled his lifelong dream to open his own restaurant when he opened Grumpy's in Grand Meadow. He moved to Phoenix in 2010, and went to work for Applebees in Happy Valley, Ariz. Carl was always known for lighting up the room with a joke and his laugh was contagious. He was also a great boss, mentor and friend.

He is survived by his mother, Addie Cochlin, of Austin; daughter, Jenny (Jeff) Classon, of Owatonna; grandson, Hudson Walther, of Owatonna; sisters, Sharon Kelley, of St. Paul; Rose Porter, of Henderson, Nev.; Rebecca (John) Ramsey, of Albert Lea, Minn.; and Shirley (Donnie) Dreyer, of LeRoy, Minn.; brothers, Donald (Leigh) Cochlin, of Simi Valley, Calif.; Dan (Betty) Cochlin, of Muskogee, Okla.; Chris (Jill) Cochlin, of Lakeville, Minn.; and Larry (Julie) Cochlin, of Northfield, Minn.; a special great-niece, Ashlynn Porter, of Phoenix; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father, Hubert "Mike" Cochlin; brother, Peter Cochlin; nephew, Michael Cochlin; great niece, Alexandria Swanberg.

Carl will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him. Blessed be his memory.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, December 6, 2013, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Oakland Lutheran Cemetery, rural Albert Lea.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 DEC 2013

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Obituary for Kathleen M. Voss

Kathleen M. "Katie" Voss, age 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, December 2, 2013 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:00 am on Thursday, December 5, 2013 at St. Edwards Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call from 4-7 pm on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website, 3 DEC 2013

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Kathleen M. "Katie" Voss

Kathleen M. "Katie" Voss, 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, December 2, 2013, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Katie was born September 4, 1931, in Austin, to Fred and Kathleen (Cassidy) Edson. She graduated from Austin High School in 1949, and went on to work at Hormel and Fantel’s clothing store, which became the source of Don’s Dec. 23 Christmas gift purchases for many years.

Katie was united in marriage to Donald R. Voss on August 7, 1950, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. Their Christ-centered marriage of 49 years provided love and laughter, memories of Friday night dancing at the Legion, trips to California, eating at Tolly's and being part of the Hardee's coffee gang. Their union provided five children, Collette, Margy, Michael, Mark and Ann.

The title "Mom" was one Katie was immensely proud of. If you ever had the occasion of meeting Katie out in the community with her family, she was quick to introduce you. Annual trips up north for vacation were a labor of love for Katie, making sure the batch of soft chocolate chip cookies was abundant, and that the fishing and shopping trips were a success. Birthdays always meant Katie’s famous secret recipe of potato cake and fudge frosting.

For Katie, being Grandma and Great Grandma was a continuation of her family pride and joy. It was often stated that as long as the grandchildren arrived, seeing their parents was optional. Katie provided the best daycare her granddaughters Sarah and Katie could have. While Katie was an avid cheerleader for all sporting events her role was often keeping Grandpa Don in line.

Katie's love and talent to sew, knit, quilt and cross-stitch means her family and friends will forever have keepsakes stitched with love. Katie was an avid reader and was active with the St. Olaf Auxiliary and St. Edwards Catholic Church. Katie also shared her time and talents volunteering with Sacred Heart Auxiliary and reading with students in daughter Margy's classroom as “Grandma Katie.” Later in life, Katie enjoyed taking monthly adventures with her high school classmates.

Katie is survived by her children, Collette Ulwelling, of Austin, Minnesota; Margy Voss, of LeRoy, Minnesota, Mark (Cindy) Voss, of Spirit Lake, Iowa, Ann (Ted) Reicher, of Davenport, Iowa; grandchildren, Sarah (Thang), Katie (Brian), Brice and Seth; great-grandchildren, Marcus, Maxwell, Mason, Aiden, and Brady; nieces Leigh and Nancy of California.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; son, Michael; infant son, Freddie; parents and sister, Margaret.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2013, at St. Edwards Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes and Father Paul Nelson officiating. There will be a 6:45 p.m. rosary on Wednesday 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 Thursday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 DEC 2013

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Funeral Notice: Merton C. Laack, 81

Merton C. Laack, 81 of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, November 30, 2013 at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 7, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Waltham, Minnesota, with the Rev. Jeffrey Kuddes officiating.

Visitation: Friends may greet the family at a reception following the service.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2 DEC 2013

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Merton Cecil Laack

(November 18, 1932 - November 30, 2013)

U.S. Veteran

Merton C. Laack, 81 of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, November 30, 2013 at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Merton was born November 18, 1932 at Austin, Minnesota the son of Frank and Anna (Friedrich) Laack. He graduated from Austin High School and served as an MP in the United States Army. Merton was married to Karen Bailey on November 25, 1960 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Waltham, MN. He worked as a heavy equipment operator with the Minnesota Department of Transportation for 35 years

Merton was a lifelong member of the Trinity Lutheran Church at Waltham. In retirement Merton and Karen have enjoyed spending winters in Harlingen, Texas.

Merton is survived by his loving and caring wife of 53 years, Karen Laack, of Austin, Minnesota; daughters and sons-in-law, Mari and Donn Olsen, Rochester, Minnesota; Jane and Walter Ebner, Bloomington, Minnesota; grandchildren, Alex, Jeff And Karyn Olsen; and great grandchildren, Tessanna and Zander. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Bill.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 7th at Trinity Lutheran Church, Waltham, Minnesota, with the Reverend Jeffrey Kuddes officiating. Friends may greet the family at a reception following the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website, 3 DEC 2013

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 DEC 2013

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Hilda O. Schmidt, Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 30 in Wichita, Kansas.

Hilda was born on January 8, 1922, in New Effington, South Dakota, to William and Adeline Polnau. She married Erwin Schmidt on June 26, 1943, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham, Minn. She worked for 43 years at Hormel Foods Corp., retiring in 1983.

Hilda was formerly an active member of St John’s Lutheran Church and a past member of the Ladies Aid, Circle 5. She was also a former member of the Golden Agers Club and enjoyed taking trips, cruises and dancing. She enjoyed cooking for her family and was best known for her fabulous chocolate cake. She loved tending to her home and flowers, and grandchildren and great-granchildren were very important and special to her.

Hilda is survived by her son, Doug (friend Christine Schwanke) of Rochester, Minn.; daughter, Michelle and husband David Webster of Wichita. She is also survived by her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Jeremy (Leah) Dahlback of Prior Lake, Minn., and their children Lola and Max; Heidi Schreiber (William) of Charlotte, N.C., and their children, William Jr. and Carly; Lori Dunford (Tim) of Red Wing, Minn., and their children Olivia and Madison. She also had many friends at Regent Park Assisted Living in Wichita that we know will miss her.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Erwin; brothers, Eric, Edward, Albert, Walter and sister, Ida Krogstad. Also preceding her in death was her sister-in-law, Marie Fett, of Waltham.

Hilda has been accorded cremation, and a memorial service will be held at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Austin on 11 a.m. Saturday, December 7, with Pastor Thomas Ogilvie officiating. Internment will take place at a later date.

The funeral home is Downing and Lahey Mortuary of Wichita, KS.

Memorials may be sent to Michelle Webster, 838 N Glenmoor Drive, Wichita, KS 67206.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website,
3 DEC 2013

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Harold A. Schloo, 70, of Bloomington, passed away November 30, 2013.

Harold was born in Austin and grew up on a farm east of town. Harold joined the Navy in 1961 after graduating from Elkton High School. During his four years of service, he participated in the quarantine of Cuba, known as the Cuban Missile Crisis. Harold began working as a service technician for Sears in 1967 and retired after 40 years of dedicated service. A natural Mr. Fix-it, he loved to help friends and family with repair and improvement projects, drawing on his vast knowledge of all things mechanical.

Harold enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, feeding and watching the birds, playing cards and socializing with friends and family, and taking daily walks at the Mall of America, along Nine Mile Creek, or through the neighborhood with his wife, Susie. In his retirement he discovered the great joy of reading literature and in his last year even learned to square dance, a gift to Susie. Harold was loved by all and will be deeply missed.

He was preceded in death by his father, Allen. He is survived by his mother, Dorothy; his loving wife of 45 years, Su Anne (Susie); son, John (Angela); daughter, Erin (Stuart) Innes; son, Mark (Alejandra); grandchildren, Brady Lockwood, Addison and Annemarie Schloo, Ethan and Elliot Innes, Caleb and Tristin Schloo; brother, Gary (Teri) Schloo; sister, Marlene (John) Aurit; many relatives and friends. Celebration of life will Thursday, Dec. 5, visitation 10:30, memory sharing service 11:30, luncheon following. Washburn-McReavy Werness Brothers Chapel 2300 W Old Shakopee Rd. Bloomington, MN 55431.

Memorials are preferred to Gift of Life Transplant House, Rochester, Minnesota, http://www.gift-of-life.org or International Myeloma Foundation, http://myeloma.org.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Dec. 3, 2013

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