Arnold A. Felten, 77, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, died Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Homestead Hospice in Owatonna, Minnesota, less than a month after being diagnosed with pancreatic and liver cancer.

Arnie was born April 24, 1938, in Nevada Township near Rose Creek to John B. and Elizabeth (Wagner) Felten. He graduated from Rose Creek High School in 1956 and in 1958 he started a 35-year career at IBM in Rochester, Minnesota. On Nov. 16, 1968, he married Linda Ann Michels at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Rose Creek.

Arnie was a life-long member of St. Peter's Church and was active in many roles in the parish, including serving as a trustee and usher. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, working on his farm, playing cards, and following sports.

In addition to his wife, Linda, he is survived by four children: Scott (Erin) of Austin, Minnesota, Julie (Dalen) Maxson of Mantorville, Minnesota, Andrew of Rose Creek, Minnesota, and Brian (Melissa) of Owatonna, Minnesota; six grandchildren: Olivia and Matthew of Austin, Liberty, Ashlyn, and Brooklyn of Mantorville, and Edward of Owatonna; two brothers: LaVerne (Jane) of Austin and John F. (Barb) of Rose Creek; sister Dolores Campbell of DePere, Wisconsin; and mother-in-law Marita Michels of Adams, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Rosella Gerber; brothers, Harold and Edward; and father-in-law Wilmer "Bud" Michels.

A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at 11 a.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Rose Creek with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2015, at Mayer Funeral Home in Austin and one hour prior to the funeral at the church. Interment will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Rose Creek. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 1 SEP 2015

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Pending notice: Virginia M. Elliott, 83

Virginia M. Elliott, 83 of Adams, Minnesota, died Friday, August 21, 2015, at the Grand Meadow Healthcare Center. Arrangements are pending with the Adams Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 23 August 2015

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Virginia Mary Elliott

Born: October 29, 1931
Died: August 21, 2015

Virginia Mary Elliott, 83, of Adams, Minnesota, passed away Friday, August 21, 2015, at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center.

Virginia was born October 29, 1931, in Johnsburg, Minnesota, to Isidore and Katherine (Klapperich) Freund. She spent her youth in Johnsburg, attending St. John the Baptist Catholic School and serving ice cream at her parent's general store. She attended high school in Adams, graduated and worked as a teller at the Adams Bank. She married Dean Francis Elliott on April 26, 1951, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg.

Virginia was a homemaker and an extraordinary seamstress. Once her children were raised, she worked as a home health aide because she had a natural ability to care for people. She had simple, friendly and charming wit that fascinated many. Virginia was a social butterfly who brought pleasure to many bustling shoppers in her final job as a dedicated, Walmart greeter.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Virginia was selfless, humble and put others first every time. Virginia loved to listen to a wide variety of music on her Bose sound system and often drew others into the sunroom at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center to sing, clap and dance.

Virginia especially enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. It was not unusual for someone to leave with a little gift bag or snack. She always enjoyed brewing a pot of coffee and visiting, regardless of the occasion. One main purpose in her life was to bring simple joy to others.

She is survived by her children, Kathryn (Dano) Lange, Rochester, Paul Elliott, New Prague, Ann (Richard) Soltau, LeRoy, Sharon O'Connor, Bloomington, Ronald Elliott, Rochester, Denise (Tim) Baker, Rosemount, and Margene (Brent) Gunderson, Austin; thirteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; sisters, Ardella Dahle, Placerville, California, Lucille Blaser, Osage, Iowa, Bertilla Noble, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Mary Orth, Pine River and Angela Smith, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; brothers, John (Jean) Freund, Winona and Raphael (Ruth) Freund, Austin; sister-in-law, Phyllis Freund, Austin; brother-in-law Gervis Blaser, Osage, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Dean Francis Elliott to whom she was married for 63 years; parents Isidore and Katherine Freund, sister, Lucina Blaser; brother, Delphine Freund; three infant siblings; brothers-in-law Don "Butch" Smith, Larry Orth, Howard Dahle and Kenneth Blaser.

Thank you to Dr. Gregg, Grand Meadow Health Care Center, and Seasons Hospice staff for providing excellent care. Special thanks to Douglas "sonny boy" Ashton for his love and friendship.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 26th at St. John the Baptist Catholic church in Johnsburg, with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be at St. John the Baptist Catholic cemetery.

There will be a 4:00 p.m. prayer service followed by the rosary at 6:30 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home on Tuesday August 25th where friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 23 August 2015

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J.S. SCHUYLER, 83
IS DEAD, LONG
RESIDENT, OSAGE

John S. Schuyler, 83, died Tuesday morning at Glencoe, Illinois, where he had gone just three weeks ago to make his one with his daughter, Ruby Schuyler. Mr. Schuyler had been in failing health for a number of years, due to his advanced age. During the past year, he had been cared for at the home of Velma Solace.

Mr. Schuyler was born October 16, 1859, in New York state, and came to Lyle, Minnesota, when a young man. He worked on a farm for a time, then learned the barber trade. He barbered at Lyle, St. Ansgar, Mitchell and Osage. Then he became associated with the Equitable Life Insurance company of Iowa, and was very successful.

He married Suzanna Richards, of this county, about 54 years ago. To them were born two children, Ruby and George. The latter of Wilmett, Illinois. They survive; also two grandchidlren, George Jr., and Barbara. Mrs. Schuyler, wife and mother, passed away seven years ago. A brother, Vincent Schuyler, of Youngstown, Ohio, also survive.

Funeral service is being held this afternoon, Thursday, at the Shelledy funeral home, in charge of the Rev. Glenn Hartong, pastor of the Methodist church, and burial will be in a cemetery near Lyle, Minnesota.

Source: Mitchell County Press-News, 15 July 1943

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Notes: John and Ruby Schuyler are both buried in Woodbury cemetery, west of Lyle, Minnesota.

The listing on the Mower county MNGenWeb website, for Woodbury cemetery shows the following:

Schuyler, John S. 1859 -- 1943

Schuyler, Susannah 1859 -- 1936

Schuyler, Ruby M. 1891 -- 1968

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Raymond Parnel Bjornson, 68

Raymond Parnel Bjornson was born October 13, 1946, in Canby, Minnesota, the oldest child of Mavis (Cech) and Parnel Bjornson of Madison, Minnesota.

He was baptized and confirmed at Garfield Lutheran Church of rural Madison and graduated from Madison High School in 1964. He received his Bachelors Degree in Mathematics and Chemistry from the University of Minnesota, Morris, with high honors in 1968 and then did graduate work at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, in mathematics and statistics. In 1970, he began his employment with Hormel in Austin, Minnesota.

On March 31, 1979, Ray was married to Susan Locher Raun. They had two children, Sarah Jean and Erik Ray. Susan passed away on June 14, 1985.

Ray held a number of positions during his 32 years at Hormel including senior operations research analyst, corporate manager of operations and marketing research. During his last 10 years he served as director of pork operations. He was involved in genetic research, production, procurement, processing, pork sales, marketing and new product development. He was passionate about producing great pork products. The Minnesota Pork Producers association presented him with the 2005 Distinguished Service Award in honor of his outstanding commitment to the pork industry.

While in Austin, Ray was an active member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, serving on the Church Council. He was also a member of the United Way Board of Directors and spent 10 years as the chairman of the Hormel Employees Credit Union. Ray retired from Hormel at age 55 and returned to his family farm southwest of Madison.

After returning to Madison, Ray was involved in a number of activities. He consulted for Christensen Family Farms and built a wean to finish barn raising gilts for them. He was also involved in farming soybeans and corn. Ray was active in Garfield Lutheran Church, serving on the Church Council and was involved in several church remodeling and building projects.

Ray loved the outdoors. He owned a property in Hurley, Wisconsin, and enjoyed spending time there ATVing and snowmobiling with his family. He also loved fishing and hunting. In 2010 he purchased Pakuni Lodge, a hunting and fishing resort in NW Ontario, with his son Erik. They ran the lodge together for four years. Ray also enjoyed woodworking and mechanical projects and restored a 1928 Model A and 1926 Model T and was working to restore a 4020 John Deere tractor.

Ray was philanthropic and was particularly committed to donating to organizations that serve to feed and educate people, both in the US and around the world.

He was passionate about living each day to the fullest and approaching each situation with a positive attitude. He always seemed to wear a smile. Joys of his recent life include spending time with his family, his dogs and particularly with his grandson Maxwell.

Ray is survived by his daughter Sarah (Michael Reed) of Minneapolis; son Erik of Glenwood; and grandson Maxwell Ray Reed. He is also survived by his mother, Mavis Bjornson of Madison; his aunt Lois Bjornson of Madison; and his sisters: Marie (Bradley) Rude of Granite Falls and Linda (Kenneth) Turnquist of Carver; nephews, nieces and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by two infant sisters; his wife Susan; his father Parnel; his grandparents; and many uncles, aunts and cousins.

Thanks be to God for the life of Ray Bjornson.

Memorial services will be held at 11 p.m., Wednesday, August 26, 2015, at Garfield Lutheran Church of rural Madison. The Rev. Bruce Bringle will officiate at the service. Special music will be provided by Jon Schmig - organist and Jon Schmig - piano solo. Active urn bearers will be Ron Enger, Jim Connor, Nate Ludvigson and Charlie Ludvigson. Interment will be in Garfield Lutheran Cemetery.

For more information or to leave condolences, visit: zahrbockfuneralhome.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 August 2015

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Elizabeth (Betty) Mae Stiles, 88, of Waterloo, Iowa, passed peacefully while surrounded by family on Saturday, August 22, 2015, at Sacred Heart Care Center, Austin, Minnesota.

She came into the world on March 8, 1927, on the family farm in Eagle Center, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Sylvia (Weber) Steimel. She grew up in Eagle Center, attending and graduating valedictorian from St. Mary's of Mount Carmel in 1944. During World War II she trained as a nurse's aide at the old St. Francis Hospital and also contributed to the war effort as an employee of Power’s Manufacturing.

She married Howard Stiles of Oelwein, Iowa, on June 17, 1947. The couple moved to Oelwein to start their family, and Betty worked in the family farm stand which evolved into the Stiles Market, serving Oelwein until the late 1960’s. Betty returned to Waterloo in the early 1970’s and worked at John Deere until 1985. She then returned to her first love of health care, providing home care to the elderly until she was 75.

Survivors include her daughter Linda of Austin, Minnesota; son Michael of Costa Rica; daughter Rebecca and Ken Phillips of Boston, Massachusetts; son Jim and Merlene of Austin, Minnesota; and daughter Kara of Ashland, Oregon; three grandchildren: Andrea, Gabrielle, and Jay; three step-grandchildren in New England; five great-grandchildren; twin sister, Donna Delagardelle of Jesup; brother Earl Steimel of Eagle Center.

She was preceded in death by her brothers: Robert, James, and Dennis.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 26, 2015, at St. Mary’s of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, with burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, both in Eagle Center. Public visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hagarty-Waychoff-Grarup Funeral Home on West Ridgeway, where there will be a 4 p.m. Rosary and a 7 p.m. vigil. Visitation will continue for one hour before services at the church on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, the family has designated Sacred Heart Care Center, 1200 12th Street SW, Austin, MN 55912 for memorial donations. Online condolences may be left at www.hagartywaychoffgrarup.com. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with local arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 August 2015

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Patricia M. Bauer, age 66 of Lyle, Minnesota died Monday, August 24, 2015 at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

Patricia Marie Tabor was born September 2, 1948 in Austin, Minnesota to Wayne and Viola (Jennings) Tabor. She attended school at Queen of Angels and Pacelli. On January 10, 1970, Pat was united in marriage to LaVerne Bauer Jr. at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. The couple raised three children. Over the years, Pat and Vern lived in Rifle, Colorado, Casper, Wyoming, Belle Fourche, South Dakota, and Austin, Minnesota before moving to Lyle, where they lived the last 30 years. A devoted homemaker, Pat treasured her family.

Her children and her grandchildren were her passion, as well as taking care of her husband. She and Vern enjoyed sitting on the back porch watching her birds. She always said "her heart was her grandchildren." Pat collected angels, and she felt her angels were always spiritually with her. She loved Christmas Eve with her family, and enjoyed following the Minnesota Vikings, playing softball, and bowling–she was a member of the "600 Club." Pat will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband Vern Bauer of Lyle, Minnesota; her children LaVerne (Chrissy) Bauer III of Austin, Minnesota, Jessica (Dan) Lenway of Austin, Minnesota, Nicole (Mark) Schwartz of Austin, Minnesota; her grandchildren LaVerne ‘Lee’ Bauer IV, Haley Lenway, Mia Bauer, Emma Lenway, Miley Bauer; her Godson Joe Tabor of Austin, Minnesota; her sisters Donna Mae Grage of Austin, Minnesota, Sharon Swallow of Rose Creek, Minnesota, Bonnie (Marv) Ryks of Austin, Minnesota, Marsha (Ernie) Allen of Texas City, Texas, Cheryl Mikkelson of Austin, Minnesota, and Kathy (Marc) Knutson of Austin, Minnesota; her brothers Jim Tabor of Rifle, Colorado, Bruce (Sue) Tabor, Gary Tabor, Steve (Judy) Tabor, Craig Tabor, and Duane Tabor (Brenda), all of Austin; sister-in-law Marie Tabor of Washington, brother-in-law Don Wytaske of Mapleview, Minnesota; her beloved dog Baby K, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Wayne and Viola Tabor, her siblings Eugene Tabor and Delores Wytaske, her granddaughter Chloe, her father and mother-in-law Laverne Bauer Sr. and Eunice Bauer.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 28, 2015 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father James Steffes officiating. The Bauer Family will greet friends from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 27 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service. Visitation will continue on Friday for one hour prior to the service at the church.

Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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Funeral Notice: Patricia M. Bauer, 66

Patricia M. Bauer, 66, of Lyle, Minnesota, died Monday, August 24, 2015, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

Service: A memorial mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 28, 2015, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father James Steffes officiating.

Visitation: The Bauer Family will greet friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 27, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, with a 7 p.m. prayer service. Visitation will continue on Friday for one hour prior to the service at the church.

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

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 27 August 2015

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Robert M. Gill passed away Saturday, August 22, 2015, after a brief illness.

He was raised in Jacksonville, Florida, and attended local schools and Riverside Presbyterian Church. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School in 1943, and enlisted in the Army Air Corp, receiving his silver wings and commission in January of 1945. Upon his honorable discharge in October of 1945, he enrolled in the Georgia Institute of Technology where he graduated in June of 1949 with an Industrial Engineering Degree. He was hired by Hormel Foods, Inc. He retired from Hormel in 1984 as a vice-president and member of the Executive Committee of the Board of Directors.

Bob married the love of his life in 1950. He and Virginia spent 61 wonderful years together. They had two sons, Bruce and Steven. Steven passed away at the age of 29, leaving behind two sons, Brandon and Peter, and one grandson, Dominik.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, August 27, 2015, in the Auditorium of Vicars Landing. Please visit the online tribute at www.quinn-shalz.com. Arrangements are by Quinn-Shalz Family Funeral Home, Jacksonville Beach, Florida.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 26 August 2015

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Elsie Sheely, 72, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, passed away Monday, August 24, 2015, at her home.

Elsie Annette Leslie was born September 5, 1942, in Spring Valley, Minnesota, to Elmer and Evelyn (Guy) Leslie. She was a 1960 graduate of Spring Valley High School. On September 15, 1962, Elsie was united in marriage to Robert Sheely in Spring Valley. Elsie was first employed at IBM for 10 years, then after moving to the Chester, Iowa, area she farmed for 17 years, and after moving to Rose Creek she was employed at Mayo for 20 years, where she was an initial part of starting the employee buses for Mayo. Elsie was a member of the Dexter United Methodist Church, loved to go camping, enjoyed drinking margaritas with her sister-in-law Mary Jo Sheely, and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and following their activities.

Elsie is survived by her husband, Robert of Rose Creek, Minnesota; sons: Curtis (fiance Patricia Nielsen) of Adams, Minnesota, Steven (Heather) of Bremen, Georgia, and Jeffrey (Kathleen) of Rose Creek, Minnesota; eight grandchildren: Michael (Whitney), Thomas, Marie, Steven II, Sadie, Scott, Ashley, and Cole; one great granddaughter, Esmeralda; and sister, Eileen (Terry) Tobin of Oronoco, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Evelyn; son, Scott; daughter, Michelle; and one granddaughter.

Funeral services for Elsie Sheely will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 29, 2015, at the Dexter United Methodist Church in Dexter, Minnesota, with Pastor Jon Marburger officiating. Burial will take place in the Dexter Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, August 28, 2015, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 26 August 2015

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Becky L. Herr, 67, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, August 24, 2015, at her home.

Becky was born January 2, 1948, in Elwood, Indiana, the daughter of Clayton P. and Betty (Sattler) Jarrett. Prior to moving to Austin, she lived in the Ankeny and Des Moines area. She married William Herr in Mower County, Minnesota, on Jan. 17, 1992. Becky worked as a claims processor for Blue Cross Blue Shield in Des Moines before her retirement.

Survivors include her husband Bill Herr of Austin, Minnesota; one son Tony (Laurie) Ellis of Ankeny, Iowa,;and one daughter Trisha (Rick) Meyer of Austin, Minnesota; one step-son Rodney Herr of Tarpon Springs, Florida; and one step-daughter Peggy (Greg) Knight of Crystal Beach Florida; two brothers: David (Sue) Jarrett of Skandia, Michigan, and Richard (Marge) Jarrett of Des Moines, Iowa; two sisters: Patti (Wayne) Maschmeier of Runnells, Iowa, and Linda (Ed) Kilts of Des Moines, Iowa; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Preceding Becky in death were her parents; and one sister Carol Stohr.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Murdock Funeral Home in Perry, Iowa. Pastor Paul Burrows will officiate. Burial will be at a later date in Prairie Center Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at Murdock Funeral Home. A memorial has been established in her name and may be sent to Murdock Funeral Home, 1420 Warford Street, Perry, IA 50220. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with local arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.murdockfuneralhome.net or www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 27 August 2015

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Robert J. Klapperich, son of Stephen and Christina Klapperich was born January 11, 1925, at Adams, Minnesota. He met his death by drowning July 11, 1943, after spending his entire lifetime at Adams.

Robert graduated from the Sacred Heart school and later from the Adams high school with the class of 1942. He belonged to the F.F.A. and was a member of the high school band. During the past year he had helped his father in the blacksmith shop at Adams.

On Wedneday morning, July 14, his body was taken to the Sacred Heart church, where requiem high mass was read by the Rev. J. Schneider. He was buried in the family plot in the Sacred Heart cemetery.

Many from Riceville, Little Cedar, Stacyville, Meyer and McIntire attended the funeral.

Source: Mitchell County Press-News, JULY 1943

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Rodney John Fimon, 96, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, August 24, 2015, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center.

He was born March 30, 1919, in Chatfield, Minnesota, to Joe and Minnie (Rutz) Fimon, the fourth of 13 children. Rodney grew up and attended school in Spring Valley, Minnesota, where he was a farmer.

He married Leota Allen on November 16, 1939, in Waterloo, Iowa. The couple raised two sons. Rodney served his country in the United States Army in World War II in the Asiatic Pacific Theatre. After his discharge, he worked at Hormel Foods Corporation for 31 years, retiring in 1979. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. Rodney and his family vacationed in Lake City, Minnesota. He and Leota enjoyed traveling to Florida where they had a second residence. A lover of dogs, Rodney also enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Survivors include his sons: Ronald Fimon of Ackley, Iowa, and Allen (Nancy) Fimon of Austin; eight grandchildren: Marty Fimon, Robert (Yolanda) Fimon, David (Phylis) Fimon, Renee (David) Henry, Rick (Gayla) Fimon, Michelle Fimon, Michael (Amanda) Fimon, Maraye Fimon; six great-grandchildren: Chanel Gialdini, Bridget Fimon, Michael (Christa) Henry, Alia Fimon, Katelynd Henry, Jadon Fimon; two great-great-grandchildren: David Henry and Jack Fimon; two brothers: Donald (Norma) Fimon of Rochester, Minnesota, and Lester Fimon of Spring Valley, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents Joe and Minnie Fimon; his wife Leota Fimon in 2003; his sisters: Minnie, Lucille, Adeline, Elaine, Jeannette, Marjorie, and an infant sister at birth; his brothers: Joseph, Kenneth, and an infant brother at birth.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Memorials can be directed to the Fimon family. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 August 2015

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Born: May 26, 1931
Died: August 26, 2015

Mary-Frances Jones, 84 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, August 26, 2015 at Brownsdale, Minnesota where she had been living.

Mary-Frances was born May 26, 1931 at Melrose Park, Illinois, the daughter of the Reverend James Garrard Jones, Sr. and Alice Millor Jones. In 1973, she moved to Austin where she was the manager of the Austin Social Security office for 13 years. She graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1977 and continued her education graduating from the Diaconal Formation program of the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota in 1981. She was ordained at Christ Episcopal Church in Austin, Minnesota on June 29, 1982.

In retirement, Mary-Frances traveled throughout the United States in her camper working in a number of National Parks and used her camper for disaster relief work with the Salvation Army.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, The Reverend James G. Jones, Jr.

Mary-Frances is survived by her brother and sisters-in-law: The Reverends Michael S. and Beverly Jones of Middleville, NY, Nancy Jones, Copper City, MI; niece: Melissa Kettering White; nephews: Michael Isaac Jones and Ian James Jones; cousins: James G. Jones, III and Mary Catherine Devine, nee Jones.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 3rd at Christ Episcopal Church with the Reverend Catherine Lemons officiating. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service. Private b urial will be in the Nashotah House Cemetery in Nashotah, Wisconsin.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorials to: St. Leonard's Ministries 2100 W. Warren Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 29 August 2015

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Funeral notice: Mary-Frances Jones, 84

Mary-Frances Jones, 84, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, in Brownsdale.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015, at Christ Episcopal Church with the Rev. Catherine Lemons officiating.

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

Interment: Private burial will be in the Nashotah House Cemetery in Nashotah, Wisconsin.

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

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorials to: St. Leonard’s Ministries 2100 W. Warren Blvd. Chicago, IL 60612

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 30 August 2015

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Born: June 10, 1927
Died: August 28, 2015

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Evelyn H. Ubbens, age 88 of Austin, died Friday morning, August 28, 2015 at St. Marks Lutheran Home. She was born on June 10, 1927, in rural Butterfield, Minnesota the daughter of Henry and Ida (Hoeper) Ubbens. She attended school in Butterfield and St. James, Minnesota. Before moving to Austin, Evelyn lived in Mankato, Hayfield and Brownsdale.

Evelyn is survived by her brother, Henry Ubbens of Austin; two sisters, Violet Krause of Washington, Iowa and Laura Freitag of Fairmont. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Harold Ubbens.

A private family burial will take place at the Butterfield City Cemetery in Butterfield, Minnesota. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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Keith Walter Kinstler, 55, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away on August 23, 2015, from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, COPD, complications.

Keith was born on October 15, 1959, in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Kenneth Robert Kinstler Jr. and Carol Joan (Klement) Kinstler. Keith was an Austin High School graduate in 1978.

Keith enjoyed gardening and sharing life with his many friends and beloved cat Zeek.

Keith is survived by his older brother Kevin R. Kinstler and two nephews and one niece, Kevin's sons Matthew and Harmon Kinstler of Glyndon, Minnesota, and Kevin's daughter Mary (Kinstler) Wente of Fargo, North Dakota.

Keith was preceded in death by his grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Klement of Austin, Minnesota; and his mother Carol Joan (Klement) Kinstler and father Kenneth Robert Kinstler Jr.; and his younger brother Craig Allen Kinstler of St. Paul, Minnesota.

Wise Family Funeral Home, 400 Spring St., Hastings, MN 55033, is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 31 August 2015

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Bob, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, August 20, 2015, at his home in the arms of his wife Jeanette and his youngest son Patrick.

His long, enduring battle with cancer ended his life at the age of 66 years. There was never a doubt in his mind where his final resting place would be. He now rests in the loving arms of his Savior Jesus Christ, who will present him to his Father in Heaven.

Bob was a man of integrity, a quiet man but when he spoke others listened. He had a very dry sense of humor, was a leader expecting the best from others and expecting the best of himself, a lover of golf, anytime anywhere (good shot Bob), and he cared for others but never complained throughout his almost seven years of cancer treatments.

He loved the nurses and staff of the Baylor Scott and White Oncology floor, who treated him with kindness and respect. His oncologist was Dr. Kathleen Halka, who worked hard to keep him with us as long as possible but was forthright with him so he knew what was going on. He took scripture seriously, treating others as he would want to be treated. He was a servant to many and looked after those under his care — his family, co-workers and friends.

Born and raised in Austin, Minnesota, he expanded his horizons by attending colleges in Minnesota, serving in the Army, and culminating at the University of Tennessee with a PHD in Audiology. He started and ended his career at the VA Hospital in Temple Texas with a short stint in private practice, always looking after those he cared for. He served his church in many capacities, sharing his gift of administration.

He leaves behind his wife Jeanette, partner, friend and lover of 45 years; his oldest son Joseph, wife Mary Kathryn and treasured granddaughter Elizabeth of Apex, North Carolina; his youngest and beloved son Patrick of Austin, Texas; his close-knit family from Austin, Minnesota, including sister Barbara Felton, husband John of Rose Creek, Minnesota: sister Marjorie Peterson; brother Jack Dunlop and wife Marlys; sister Nancy Reed and husband Cliff; brother James Dunlop; brother Thomas Dunlop and wife Lisa; and sister Deborah Horejsi and husband Clarence of Owatona, Minnesota.

Services were held at 12 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24, 2015, at Immanuel Prince of Peace, Belton, Texas, with internment at 2 p.m. at the Central Texas Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Killeen, Texas. A visitation was held Sunday evening, Aug. 23, 2015, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in his name to: Immanuel Lutheran Church, Scott and White Vasicek Cancer Center, or to a scholarship fund for audiologists in training set up by his friends. Broecker Funeral Home in Salado was in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 30 August 2015

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NOTES:
According to www.people-finders.ws, Robert Joseph Dunlop, of Salado, Texas, was age 66; and possible relatives included: Jeanette Marie Dunlop (age 66), Joseph Dunlop (age 36) and Patrick Dunlop (age 31).

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Born: September 01, 1917
Died: August 30, 2015

Billie Weisgram, 97 of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, August 30, 2015 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Vivillo Bernice "Billie" Weisgram was born September 1, 1917, in Ipswich, South Dakota, to Robert W. and Dollie (Straub) Krucker. She attended country school until the 8th grade and graduated from Ipswich High School in 1935. She then attended business school in Fargo, North Dakota.

Billie was united in marriage to Richard (Dick) Weisgram, June 9, 1943, in New York City, while Dick was serving in the Army. Billie and Dick moved to Austin after World War II, where they raised two sons.

Billie was an active member of Fellowship United Methodist Church. She worked at Sears, on North Main in Austin, for nearly a decade. For several years, she was a Cub Scout Den Mother. She enjoyed sewing, baking and gardening. Billie and Dick enjoyed traveling throughout the United States and wintered south during retirement. Billie especially loved spending time with family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dick in 2008, four sisters and one brother. She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: Donald (Martha) Weisgram, Madison Lake, Minnesota; and Stephen (Diane) Weisgram, Albert Lea, Minnesota. Grandchildren: Amy (Matt) Engstrom, St. Paul, Minnesota; Gretchen (Adam) McPherson, Lakeway, Texas; Christopher (Erica) Weisgram, Plover, Wisconsin; and Michael Weisgram, Madison Lake, Minnesota. Great grandchildren: Jack and Anders Engstrom; Alexander and Benjamin Weisgram; and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 5th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Mortuary for one hour prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials or donations to the charity of the donor's choice.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 31 August 2015

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Nellie Wanous, 96, passed away on August 28, 2015, at Golden Living East in Rochester, Minnesota.

Nellie was born on July 20, 1919, the daughter of Walter F. and Bernice Bell (Schafer) Jukes in New York Mills, Minnesota. She was united in marriage to William Wanous on Aug. 3, 1940, in Northfield, Minnesota. She attended Brownsdale Schools. Nellie worked for Dr. Thompson and also at the Brownsdale Café, Owatonna Canning Factory and the Hardware Store with her husband. Nellie operated the Dew Drop Inn Root Beer Stand in Brownsdale.

She enjoyed cooking, baking, and generously giving many baked goods to her children and grandchildren, canning, fishing and reading. Nellie was a longtime member of Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church. Nellie was a longtime resident of Brownsdale, and her husband owned Wanous Electric and Heating. She and her husband enjoyed many summers at their trailer cabin at Leech Lake. Nellie was a two-time, more than 60 year cancer survivor and a longtime supporter of cancer charities.

Nellie is survived by her daughters: Jane (Dean) Taylor, Adams, Minnesota, and Margaret Tverberg, Hastings, Minnesota; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William Wanous; one son-in-law, James Tverberg; three sisters and one brother.

Blessed be her memory.

The funeral mass for Nellie Lucille Wanous will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 4, 2015, at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church, 404 West Main Street in Brownsdale with the Rev. Raul Silva celebrating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 302 Market Street in Brownsdale on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2015. For more information, visit www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 1 SEP 2015

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Agnes Jensen, 95, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2015, at the Grand Meadow Care Center.

Agnes Bernice Holstad, one of 12 children, was born July 21, 1920, in rural Lake Mills, Iowa, to Knut and Marie (Johnson) Holstad. She was baptized as an infant and confirmed September 1, 1935, at Center Lutheran Church in rural Lake Mills. She was united in marriage to Dean Jensen September 8, 1940, in Scarville, Iowa, and together they had two children, Marilyn and Nancy. They moved to a farm near Grand Meadow in 1948. She helped Dean with the farm work. She was a massage therapist for several years for Dr. Jensen in Stewartville, Minnesota, and at a health PPA in Mesa, Arizona. She also worked at Libby's Factory for several years.

Agnes enjoyed flowers, gardening, and mowing the lawn. She was a very giving person. She made many Afghans and lap rohes and gave them to shut-ins and nursing home and assisted living residents. She made hundreds of cross bookmarks and gave them to the children at Sunshine Acres in Arizona, the third-grade Sunday school children, and enclosed them in get well and sympathy cards.

She was a member of the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church and Victory Lutheran Church in Mesa, Arizona, where she sang in the choirs and was an active member of the circles and WELCA's. She loved music. She played her guitar and sang at several nursing homes in Minnesota and Arizona, at several music festivals in Minnesota, Iowa, and Wisconsin, and at many Sytten De Mais. Agnes enjoyed traveling. She went to Norway twice, most of the United States, the Canada provinces, and spent 48 winters in Mesa.

Agnes is survived by her two daughters, Marilyn (Don) Calkins of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, and Nancy (Arvid) Neus of Austin, Minnesota; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Knut and Marie; husband, Dean; tow brothers, and nine sisters.

She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Blessed be her memory.

Funeral services for Agnes Jensen will be held 1 p.m. Monday, September 7, 2015, at the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, with Pastor Beth Krolak officiating. Burial will take place in the Bear Creek Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 7, 2015, at the church. Hindt Funeral Home of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 3 SEP 2015

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Fern B. Houston, 99, of Red Wing, Minnesota, died Tuesday, September 1, 2015, at the Seminary Home in Red Wing where she had been a resident since 2013.

The oldest of three children, Fern was born on February 17, 1916, in Lawton, North Dakota, to Bert and Lillian (Peterson) Davison. The early and middle segments of her childhood were spent moving around to various places, such as Scobey, Montana, and Chicago, Illinois, where she lived for several years. For the most part, Fern grew up in her paternal grandparents' household on the Davison family farm situated in Freeborn County, Minnesota, near Glenville, Minnesota. She attended Austin High School and graduated in 1934.

Fern married Robert Hoium in 1935. They resided in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and had two sons, Marland (born in 1940) and Dale (born in 1945). They subsequently divorced in 1948.

Over the following eight years, Fern, Marland, and Dale continued to live in Albert Lea where she eventually married Arthur E. Houston on August 9, 1956. They had met at a church camp meeting conducted the previous year in Kansas City, Missouri.

Fern and the boys then moved to the Austin, Minnesota, area, where Art held a series of jobs. By the late autumn of 1964, Art was suffering from some breathing problems. This unfortunate turn of events prompted Art and Fern to move to Colorado in the summer of 1965. They were hopeful that the drier climate there would help relieve his breathing difficulties.

Over the next 36 years (1965-2001), they lived first in Longmont and then in Boulder. Fern worked for a few years for Ball Brothers Mfg. in Broomfield, Colorado, and then worked at Golden West Retirement Complex when they moved to Boulder.

Fern enjoyed camping and hiking in the Rockies. She climbed all the 14,000-foot mountains in Colorado. Fern and Art also went on many bus tours throughout the continental U.S.A. plus Alaska and some of the Canadian provinces. They relocated to Red Wing in 2001. Fern was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Red Wing.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arthur; son Marland; brother Burton J. (Bub) Davison; sister-in-law Johanna (Jo) Davison; sister Edith Kiel of Harvey, Illinois; and step brother Rolland Dodge.

Fern is survived by her son Dale Hoium, Red Wing, Minnesota; daughters-in-law: Nancy Hoium, Austin, Minnesota, and Judith Hoium, Loveland, Colorado; step-son Jeff Houston, Austin, Minnesota; granddaughters: Valery Hoium, Hager City, Wisconsin, and Karen (Charles) Hyde, Ontario, California; great-grandchildren: Madison, Samantha and Spencer Hoium Schultz, Hager City, Wisconsin, and Brenson, Camden, and Dawson Hyde, Ontario, California; nephew Gary Jay (Karen) Davison, Glenville, Minnesota; grandniece Shanna Davison, Austin, Minnesota.

A graveside service will be held at 2:45 p.m. on Friday, September 4, 2015, at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin with Pastor Donald Mikitta officiating. Friends may greet the family at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Friday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 3 SEP 2015

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Clara E. (Helland) Gunnufson, age 100 of Austin, died Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

Clara Elnora Odneson was born March 25, 1915 in Fillmore County, Minnesota to Andrew and Isabel (Egge) Odneson. After attending country school, she graduated from Peterson High School in Peterson, Minnesota.

Clara was united in marriage to Henry Helland in June 1940 at Highland Prairie Lutheran Church in rural Peterson, where she was also baptized and confirmed. In 1942 the couple moved to Austin. Clara worked at Ellis Middle School in the lunchroom. Henry passed away in 1971.

In 1979, Clara married Calman Gunnufson at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, where she was a member of the women’s circle. Calman passed away in 1995. Clara enjoyed embroidery and reading, and belonged to the Sons of Norway and the Mower County Senior Center.

Clara is survived by her daughters Ione (Vern) Speer of Rochester, Minnesota and Sharon (Robert) Huffman of Austin, Minnesota; her son Larry (Barbara) Helland of Rosemount, Minnesota; her daughter-in-law Beverly (Eddie) Attig of Joyce, Iowa; step-daughter Janice (David) Peterson of Apple Valley, Minnesota; step-daughter-in-law Linda Gunnufson of Missouri; 11 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

She was preceded in death by her parents Andrew and Isabel Odneson; her first husband Henry Helland, her second husband Calman Gunnufson; her sons Gerald and Harlan; her son-in-law Duane Highet; her stepson Wayne Gunnufson; two sisters and one brother.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 7, 2015 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Paul Lutter officiating.

Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 6, 2015 at Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church or recipient of donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home
See also: Austin Daily Herald, 6 SEP 2015

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F.H. "Bud" Eisterhold, 89, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, passed away while surrounded by his family on Wednesday, September 2, 2015, at Season's Hospice House in Rochester.

Bud was born January 13, 1926, in Pittsville, Wisconsin, to George and Dora (Gubbels) Eisterhold. In 1927, they moved to Stacyville, Iowa, where Bud attended Visitation Catholic School. In 1940, Bud's family moved to Taopi, Minnesota, where they continued to farm. Bud served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany from 1954-1956.

Bud met his lifetime love Dorothy Felton at a dance at the Terp Ballroom in Austin. They were married on October 12, 1957, and made their home on the farm near Taopi. They moved to Austin in 1969 when Bud began working for Hormel Foods Inc. Together, they raised three children: Rita, David and John. Bud was always a farm boy at heart and had a special fondness for all animals.

Bud is survived by his daughter, Rita (Harold) Radke of Dodge Center; son, John (Kellee) Eisterhold of Brownsdale; grandchildren: Nicole (Chad) Musolf of West Concord, Katelynn Eisterhold of Chaska, Deb Radke of Kasson, Paul (Jill) Radke of Zumbrota; great-grandchildren: Jordan Seljeseth and Luke Seljeseth; a brother, Eugene Eisterhold of Little Fork; a sister, Sr. Rita Eisterhold of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and many nieces and nephews.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dorothy in 1984; son, David in 1998; two brothers: Jacob and Ambrose Eisterhold; one sister, Marie King; sisters-in-law: Josephine Eisterhold, Rosemary Eisterhold, and Rita Eisterhold; and brother-in-laws: Phillip King, Richard Felton, David Felton and Raymond Felton.

Bud’s family would like to thank the entire staff at Season’s Hospice House for their incredible care and compassion during his time with them.

A funeral mass will be at 2 p.m., Sunday, September 6, 2015, at Queen of Angel's Catholic Church in Austin with Father Raul Silva officiating. Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2015, at Mayer Funeral Home and again an hour prior to the funeral mass on Sunday afternoon at the church. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery with military graveside rites performed by the Austin American Legion Post No. 91. Memorials in Bud's name may be directed to Seasons Hospice House. Online Condolences-www.mayerfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 4 SEP 2015

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Phillip Bruce Melby, age 73 of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday September 3, 2015 at Our House Assisted Living.

He was born June 16, 1942 in Glenwood, Minnesota, the son of Ole and Anna (Brosvig) Melby. A 1961 graduate of Paynesville High School, Phillip worked as a truck driver for the State of Minnesota Highway Department and was a dairy farmer. He served his country with the United State Army Rangers. Phil married Judy (Jackson) Lembke in 1971 in Nebraska. Judy passed away in 1999. He moved to Austin in December 2012. His favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing, and trapping. Phil will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his daughter Kelly Beth Meierhofer of Kimball, Minnesota; three grandchildren Nathan Younkin, Tanner Meierhofer and Breanne Meierhofer; three great-grandchildren; his sister Ellen (Jim) Guenther of Paynesville, Minnesota; niece Lori Scalise of Old Forge, Pennsylvania, nephew Mark Guenther of Paynesville, Minnesota; great nieces and nephews; close friends the Newman and Johnson families of Austin.

He was preceded in death by his parents Ole and Anna Melby and his wife Judy Melby.

A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Our House Assisted Living commons area in Austin, 1313 15th Avenue NW, with Lt. Laura Amick officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 10. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website
See also: Austin Daily Herald, 6 SEP 2015

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Harland P. Peterson, age 88 of rural Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Thursday September 3, 2015 at his home.

He was born November 10, 1926 in Austin, Minnesota to Osen and Ida (Thompson) Peterson. After he attended country school, Harland graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1944. On November 9, 1954, he was united in marriage to Laura Morrissey in Faribault, Minnesota. Laura passed away in 1972.

Harland served his country in the U.S. Army for two years as a paratrooper during the Korean conflict. He made his living as a farmer, residing on the farm his entire life. A member of Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church and the American Legion, Harland enjoyed bowling, boating, riding motorcycles, and reading.

Survivors include his children Dean (Dawn) Peterson of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Nancy (Norbert) Holland of Brownsdale, Minnesota, Brian (Laura) Peterson of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; seven grandchildren Kari Peterson of Brookings, South Dakota, Kelly Peterson of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Brent Holland of Glenville, Minnesota, Dan (Stephanie) Holland of Brownsdale, Minnesota, Brad Holland (fiancé Seaira Kramer) of Sargeant, Minnesota, Elizabeth (Corey) Johnson of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Anna Peterson of Owatonna, Minnesota; three great-grandchildren J.J., Eli, and Noah; sisters-in-law Joyce Peterson of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Helen (Stanley) Nusbaum of Faribault, Minnesota, Ruth (Tom) Comstock of Zumbrota, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents Osen and Ida Peterson, his wife Laura Peterson, one brother Kinley Peterson, one sister Ione Carlsen, and his great-granddaughter Ava Holland.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church in rural Austin with Rev. Lindsay Stolen officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8 at the Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery, with military rites by the Blooming Prairie American Legion Post 52 and V.F.W. Post 878. Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website
See also: Austin Daily Herald, 6 SEP 2015

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Lellen L. "Buck" Jones, 76, of Covington, Georgia, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2015, at Newton Medical Center.

Buck was born in Austin, Minnesota, to the late John and Dorothy Jones; he is also preceded in death by his son Wade Jones.

Buck and his wife Carol left Minnesota and moved to Covington 36 years ago, where Buck retired from Hormel Foods after 32 years. He was an avid Braves baseball fan; he loved camping and enjoyed tinkering in his garage.

Buck is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Carol A. Jones; his sons and daughters-in-law: Steven and Toby Jones of Covington, Jason and Rosemary Jones of Mt. Juliette, Tennessee; daughters and sons-in-law: Jannelle and Robert Spears of Welcome, Minnesota, Wendy and Dan Wohlers of Trimont, Minnesota; his brother Robert O. Jones and wife Nicki of Rockford, Illinois; 13 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service for Mr. Jones will be held Saturday, September 5, 2015, at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Wheeler Funeral Home and Crematory with Pastor David Armstong-Reiner officiating. Guests may sign the online register at www.wheelerfuneralhome.com. Wheeler Funeral Home and Crematory 11405 Brown Bridge Rd. Covington, GA 30016 (770) 786-7111.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 6 SEP 2015

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Richard E. "Dick" Leibe, 87, of the Western Home Community, formerly of Waterloo, died at Windhaven of Western Home Communities Sunday, July 12, 2015.

Dick was born October 13, 1927, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Thomas and Ethel Asbury Leibe. He married Marjorie Elaine Paine March 4, 1949 in Fairbank, Iowa.

He graduated from Fairbank High School in 1945. He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and during the Korean War and retired after 37 years from John Deere in 1985.

Dick was a member of First United Methodist Church and a member of the United Methodist Men, a member of Waterloo Masonic Lodge #105, past secretary and treasurer of High 12, and life member of Waterloo VFW Post #1623.

Dick was the classic working class hero - he joined the Army out of High School, married his sweet heart, enjoyed fishing, gardening and traveling with Marjorie, and retired after 37 years from John Deere. He was a happy – gentle – kind-hearted - loving man, always with a smile. In May 2011 he was thrilled to participate in the Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. to honor his service to his country.

Survivors include: his wife, three daughters: Karen Hansen of Cedar Falls; Carol (Craig) Zanatta of Brooklyn, Iowa; Darlene (Terry) Lange of Cedar Falls; four grandchildren: Tara and Chelsea Hansen and Cory and Lori Lange; and two great grandchildren: Myra Lange and Taydom Lange.

Preceded in death by: Parents and brothers Warren and John Leibe.

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Services:
Thursday, July 16, 2015 at Locke Funeral Home

Visitation:
Wednesday, July 15, 2015 at Locke Funeral Home with public Masonic Rites at 7 p.m. by Waterloo Masonic Lodge #105 A.F. & A.M.

Cemetery:
Fairview Cemetery, Cedar Falls with military rites by Waterloo VFW Post #1623, American Legion Post #138 and Iowa Army National Guard Honor Guard

Source: Locke Funeral Home website (Waterloo, Iowa)

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Susan D. Clark, age 67, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday afternoon, September 7, 2015, surrounded by her family at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester-Saint Marys Campus.

Susan Diane Sandlin was born January 5, 1948 in Superior, Wisconsin, the daughter of Michael and Luella (Woods) Sandlin. She grew up in Superior, graduating from high school in 1966. Susan was married, and then later divorced. She has lived in Austin the last 44 years. A member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Susan was employed by Hy-Vee, and later at Wal-Mart. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, reading, and doing crafts.

Susan is survived by her children Jason Sandlin of Austin, Minnesota, Matt (Shelley) Clark, also of Austin, and Jennifer (Troy) Thicke of Rochester, Minnesota; four grandchildren Alyssa, Bradley, Christian, and Kylie; 3 great-grandchildren William, Nathan, and Matthew.

She was preceded in death by her parents Michael and Luella Sandlin.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 11, 2015 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Gerald Giese officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 10 at Worlein Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor's choice.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald

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Stan Stydnicki, 90, of Baxter, Minnesota, died Saturday, September 5, 2015, at Edgewood Vista Assisted Living in Baxter, Minnesota.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2015, at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Brainerd, Minnesota, with a visitation one hour prior to services. Interment will be at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls, Minnesota.

Stan was born on May 8, 1925, to Michael and Antonette Stydnicki of Elyria, Ohio. He attended Holy Cross Catholic Grade School through the eighth grade, then Elyria High School. At Elyria High School, Stan participated in various school sport activities, including the high school baseball and football teams. He was a running back for the school in the 1941-1942 season. After World War II, he continued his education at Dakota Wesleyen University at Mitchell, South Dakota, and Central Radio and Television school in Kansas City, Missouri. While in college, Stan played football, tennis, and participated in track and field events. He also played baseball in the South Dakota State League for Mitchell as a catcher. Stan married H. Eleanor Thomsen of Dawson, Minnesota, on Sept. 25, 1948, whom he met while attending college.

Stan's civic activities were many. He was a member of the American Legion and VFW. He served as president and board member of the Northfield Chamber of Commerce from 1972-1973 and as president and board member of the Northfield Industrial Corp. Other activities included that of chairman of the Defeat of Jesse James Days Committee in 1969 and 1970 and publicity chair in 1971. He worked on the Northfield City Hospital Fund Drive for it's major expansion. He also worked with the United Fund Appeal, Crime Stoppers, and Civil Air Patrol and was a Trustee for the Church of St. Dominic's in Northfield. Stan was elected to the Board of Directors of the Dundas State Bank in 1980 and served for 20 years. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, golf and aviation.

Stan was best known for his weather show forecasting on both radio and TV as the "Stan the Weatherman" show for 15 years on Channel 6 at Austin, Minnesota, from 1953 to 1968 doing both the 6 p.m. and 10 p.m. weather shows. Stan started with radio station KAUS as a radio transmitter engineer in 1950. He helped build the TV station in Austin, Minnesota, Channel 6 in 1953, then KMMT, now KAAL and progressed through various station operations to become the stations Vice President of Operations for the stations. In 1968, Stan left the TV station in Austin to build his own radio station in Northfield, Minnesota, (KYMN 1080 AM). The station went on air in September of 1968. Stan was president, general manager and majority owner of the station for many years before selling the station in January 1983.

Stan served in the United States Navy from April 1943 to March 1946. He enlisted in the Navy upon graduating from Elyria, Ohio, High School. After receiving training at the United States Naval training station at Great Lakes, II, he was assigned to the aircraft carrier escort USS Kitkun Bay (CVE 71). Stan served as a radioman aboard the carrier, reaching the rank of Petty Officer Second Class upon discharge from the service. The aircraft carrier USS Kitkun Bay saw action in the Pacific Theater of war in World War II. Stan was in six major sea and air battles in the Pacific including the second Battle of the Philippines at Leyte Gulf in October 1944.

The USS Kitkun Bay along with five other carriers was part of the group code named Taffy 3. He received five service medals including the Victory Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific Medal with six battle stars, the Philippine Liberation Medal with two stars, the Presidential Unit Citation Medal and the American Area Medal along with the Philippine Presidential Unit Citation Medal. His duties onboard the ship was that of radio operator and transmitter tuning, and as a maintenance engineer.

Stan is survived by his children: Mary S Johnston of Woodstock, Maryland, Michael of Brainerd, Minnesota; two brothers: Frank of Bluffton, South Carolina, and Ben of Grafton, Ohio; sister, Mary Wilkens of Elyria, Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Ann Page. Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Funeral Chapel in Baxter, Minnesota. For more information, visit: Brenny Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services at www.brenny.com, or call 800-824-5051.

Source: Austin Daily Herald

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MATTHEW ST. JOHN.

Matthew St. John, an old resident of Lyle township, died Saturday morning, March 23, 1907, at the home of his son, A. M. St. John, at Lakefield, Minn., aged 87 years.

He was born September 7th, 1819, at Westerlo, Albany county, N. Y., and was married to Roxaline Pierce at Prattsville, N. Y., May 28th, 1845, by Rev. Headstrom.

He came west to Minnesota from Albany county, N. Y., in June, 1856, and purchased a home at Woodbury, near the Cedar river, in Lyle township, Mower county, Minn. He returned to New York and brought the family to Lyle township the same year-- 1856. He and his wife resided at Woodbury continuously until 1900 when they moved to Lakefield and Heron Lake, in Jackson county, Minnesota, so as to be near their sons and where the deceased resided at the time of his death.

His wife, Roxaline, died about five years earlier, on February 24th, 1902. To Matthew and Roxaline St. John were born five children-- Andre M., Ella E., Alice H., Wiley P., and Benona P.-- of whom two only are living. Deceased was the last survivor of his father's family of eleven children.

He became a member of the Methodist Episcopal church at an early age and was a true-hearted, noble, Christian gentleman; loved and respected by all who knew him.

He passed away sweetly contented and happy. He was sick but one week, and did not suffer much during the illness, being possessed of all his faculties. He said: "I am not going to die until I have to, but when I have to then it will be all right," and he found it so.

Funeral services were held at Lakefield and the remains were brought to Lyle Monday evening for interment in Woodbury cemetery. Burial service was conducted by Rev. C. D. Belden of Austin Tuesday forenoon.

Deceased was one of the earliest settlers of Lyle township.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 27 March 1907, page 2, column 2, under heading "DIED"
Credit: Mitch Helle - Sept. 2015

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Mrs. James Galt

The remains of Mrs. James Galt were taken to Woodbury cemetery yesterday for interment. A delegation of the W. R. Corps went with them and held their ritual at the grave. About fifteen members went.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 8 May 1912, page 3, column 3, under heading "Local Items"

Credit: Mitch Helle - Sept. 2015

Notes: The cemetery listing on Mower/MNGenWeb shows:
Galt, Kate C. (Kelly) 1857 - 7 MAR 1912, wife of J.M.

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BEACH.

At her home in this city, Monday morning, Nov. 19, 1894, Mrs. Mary Beach, wife of Wilson Beach. Mrs. Beach has been sick for several months, and during this period has suffered much.

Mary O. Sabin was born in the city of Milwaukee, Wis., August 26, 1841.

She was married to Wilson Beach in 1869. Mr. and Mrs. Beach at once came to Mower county and settled on Mr. Beach's farm in the town of Lyle, where they lived until 1880, when they moved into Austin. Here they have since made their home.

Mrs. Beach was a member of the Methodist church, an earnest and conscientious Christian. She leaves a large circle of friends to mourn her departure. We extend to the relatives our sincere sympathy.

The funeral services will be held at 10:30 today, conducted by Rev. S. N. McAdoo, and the interment will be at Woodbury cemetery in Lyle town.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 21 Nov. 1894, page 3, column 3, under heading "Died."

Credit: Mitch Helle - Sept. 2015

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MRS. WILLIAM WEST

Mrs. William West, of Lyle, died Saturday, March 2, after a short illness. Her funeral was held the following Sunday at the Minnereka school house, conducted by Rev. Mr. Moore, of Lyle. Her remains were laid to reset in the Woodbury cemetery.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 13 March 1895, page 2, column 2, under heading "LYLE CENTRE."

Credit: Mitch Helle - Sept. 2015

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Note: The cemetery listing (on Mower/MNGenWeb) for Woodbury cemetery lists a Charlotte L. West, born 2 OCT 1825 and died 1 MAR 1895 - Mother, wife of W.N. West.

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CHURCH.

At his residence in Lyle township, at 6:30 o'clock Dec. 11, 1896, of heart and stomach trouble, Alfred Archless Church, aged 64 years. He has been in poor health for over eight months but has been very low for the last two months.

Deceased was born in Scipio, Seneca county, Ohio, July 26, 1832. He lived there until 1848, when he removed to Mahasha county, Iowa, with his parents. On May 11, 1862, he was married to Mary Purdy of the same place.

He leaves a wife, a daughter and five sons, James N., of Omaha, Nebraska; Lawrence G., Missouri; Mrs. Minnie Dartt, of Moscow. The other three sons still remain at home, William A., Orville H. and Eddy L.

Mr. Church has been a resident of this county for 21 years. He owned a farm in Lyle township.

The funeral services were held at Woodbury school house Sunday at 1 p.m., by Rev. Seaman of the M. E. church of Lyle. Interment at Woodbury cemetery.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 16 Dec. 1896, page 1, column 6, under heading "Died."

Credit: Mitch Helle - Sept. 2015

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Mrs. Mary Fialka Enkel (sic) who has been seriously ill for the past two weeks, died at her home Friday morning. She was a good and promising young woman and was dearly loved by all. The funeral was held Sunday in Iowa and interment in Woodbury cemetery. The sympathy of all the community goes out to the husband and relatives in their sad bereavement;

It was only the foot steps of angels
That silently entered the door
And took from our circle a dear one
To dwell on the radiant shore.

It was only a touch soft and living,
And then the dear soul was at rest,
While the soul of our dear "Mary" went upwards
To dwell with the pure and blest (sic).

Source: [from the Mower County Transcript, 30 Sept. 1903, page 2, column 3, under heading "LONDON"

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NOTES: The cemetery listing on Mower/MNGenWeb, for Woodbury cemetery shows:
Eukel, Mary Fialka 19 APR 1884 - 25 SEP 1903, wife of Frank Eukel

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MRS. ALICE GORDON.

Mrs. Alice Gordon, aged 78 years, widow of Henry W. Gordon, died September 21, 1913 at Fergus Falls after a long affliction. Her maiden name was Alice Seeley. She was born in Chautauqua county, N. Y. and at an early age came to Otranto. She was married to Henry W. Gordon, a brother of Mrs. Wm. West and they lived for some time in Otranto. Mr. Gordon served in Co. F. 4th Minn., Vols. Soon after the war they moved to Dodge county, east of Blooming Prairie and later to Dodge Centre. Mr. Gordon died and was buried at Woodbury cemetery, Lyle.

There was one soon, Wareen, who died at Dodge Centre and is buried there. The body of Mrs. Gordon was brought here and on Thursday was laid to rest in Woodbury cemetery, burial service by Rev. C. D. Belden of Austin.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 1 Oct. 1913, page 2, column 1, under heading "DEATHS"

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Notes: The cemetery listing on Mower/MNGenweb shows:
Gordon, Alice 1835 - 21 SEP 1913

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Died, at his home in Lyle, of Brights disease Thursday afternoon, Sever P. Northness, aged 76 years, and 8 months. Has lived in our town the past 48 years; moved to Lyle last summer that he and his wife might get away from the cares of farm life. Leaves a wife and eight children. Funeral service Monday by Rev. Walkland of St. Ansgar. Interment in the Six Mile Grove cemetery.

Source: the Mower County Transcript, 10 Feb. 1904, page 7, columns 1 & 2, under heading "NEVADA"

Credit: Mitch Helle - Sept. 2015

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