At the home of his son in Lyle township, Sunday forenoon, December 24, 1899, of old age, Stewart Hudson Trowbridge, aged 82 years.

He was born in Rochester, N. Y., November 14, 1817. He came with his parents to Racine county, Wisconsin, in 1836 and was married there at Burlington, June 12, 1841, to Diana Lockwood. In 1863, they came to Lyle township in this county where they have since resided.

The wife died about eight years ago at her daughter's in Superior and is buried at Cedar City. Four children survive: Capt. Miles M. Trowbridge, of Portland, Oregon; H. Count Trowbridge, of Lyle; Milton M. Trowbridge, of Perham, Ottertail county; Mrs. Mary E., wife of N. S. Bowers, of Superior Wis. There are twelve grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral services, conducted by Rev. C. D. Belden, of Austin, were held yesterday afternoon at Cedar City schoolhouse, the house being crowded with sympathizing friends. Interment at Cedar City.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 27 Dec. 1899, page 3, column 3, under the heading "Died."

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Mrs. Elliot Young Funeral Held Saturday, August 23

Funeral services for Mrs. Elliot (Ruth) Young, who died at Mitchell County memorial hospital August 21, were held Saturday, August 23 at Kingdom hall in Austin with Mr. Frank Sciasca officiating, and interment was in Woodbury cemetery west of Lyle.

Ruth Bacon, daughter of Charles and Charlotte (Gibson) Bacon was born at Faribault, Minnesota, February 9, 1909, and grew up in Austin and attended school there.

November 28, 1927 she was united in marriage to Elliot Young and they made their home at Dexter, Minn. Five children were born to them. They lived at Groton and Lennox, S. D., Mason City and Albert Lea before moving to Lyle in 1959 which had since been her home.

She is survived by her husband, Elliot; a son, David of Lyle; four daughters, Mrs. Cary (Charlotte) Theogard of Jacksonville, Florida; Mrs. Robert (Carol) Rauen of Lyle; Mrs. Arthur (Sharon) Hollerud of Austin; Mrs. Harry (Shirley) Burton of Houston, Tex. and 15 grandchildren; a brother, Roger Bacon of Castro, Calif.; numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a great-grand-daughter, Jennifer Wallace; a sister, Mrs. Bill (Gladys) Larson of Seattle, Wash.; and two brothers, Fred and George.

Source: The St. Ansgar Enterprise, 28 Aug. 1975, page 6, column 3]

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January 11, 1933 -- September 24, 2015 (age 82)

Prayer Service:
Sunday, September 27, 2015

Mass of Christian Burial:
Monday, September 28, 2015,
St. Finbarr's Catholic Church,
Grand Meadow, Minnesota

Funeral services for Richard "Dick" Ricke will be held 10:30 A.M. Monday, September 28, 2015 at the St. Finbarr Catholic Church with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Burial will take place in the St. Finbarr Cemetery. Visitation will be held 2:00-5:00 P.M. with a prayer service at 4:30 P.M. Sunday, September 27, 2015 at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow, Minnesota and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.

Richard Ricke, age 82, of the Meadows Assisted Living in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, passed to his new eternal home Thursday, September 24, 2015 at the Grand Meadow Care Center.

Dick was born January 11, 1933 in Algona, Iowa, to George and Fidelia (Stufflick) Ricke. He was the first of seven siblings and was raised in Wesley, Iowa, on the family farm. Dick graduated from Wesley High School in 1951. He served in the United States Army from 1953-1955. On April 19, 1956, he was united in marriage to Betty Olson, and they had six children while farming in St. Benedict, Iowa. In 1956, they moved to Grand Meadow, Minnesota, and continued farming. They later divorced.

Dick continued doing farm work and drove semi for Hamms Brewing Company, and also worked for Minnesota Implement, Featherlite, Clement Farms, and Dougan Farms through the years.

On May 5, 1973, Dick married Marjorie (Hanson) Gardner and gained five step children. Dick enjoyed farming, camping, fishing, Root River Power Shows, tractor pull shows (especially his love for the almighty IH red), playing Cribbage at The Diner, and of course, driving around to check on the crops. Dick had a huge passion for farming and the love of the land.

Survivors include his children, Michael Ricke of Albert Lea, Minnesota, Cindy (Gary) Ziegler of Lyle, Minnesota, Larry (Cindy) Ricke of Austin, Minnesota, Dennis Ricke of Lyle, Minnesota, and Sue Adams of Austin, Minnesota; his very special step children, Susie (Bruce) Morse of LeRoy, Minnesota, Dawn (Dominic) Stier of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, Tom (Deb) Gardner of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, Steve (Molly) Gardner of Willmer, Minnesota, and Scott (Allison) Gardner of Maple Grove, Minnesota; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Dean (Millie) Ricke of Garner, Iowa, Bob (Connie) Ricke of Liberty Hills, Texas, Pat (Jack) Frieders of Gardener, Illinois, Janice (Jim) Schumacher of Algona, Iowa, and Ronnie (Becky) Ricke of Pflugerville, Texas; and many nieces and nephews and special friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Fidelia, wife, Marge, son, Jeffery, sister, Joan (Mike) Vitzthum, and sister-in-law, Eleanor Ricke.

Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

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Randy Dean Emiliusen, 55, of Austin, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on Friday, September 25, 2015, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester.

Randy was born Dec. 7, 1959, in Austin, Minnesota, to Earl and Betty Jean (Hackensmith) Emiliusen. He graduated from Austin High School and then the Austin Vocational School as an auto mechanic.

On April 25, 1981, Randy married the love of his life, Judith Anne Beckel, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. To this union three children were born: Jason, Nicole, and Natalie. Randy was a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather.

Randy worked for International Paper for the past 16 years. He enjoyed golf, fishing and hunting. He was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

Randy was always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and neighbors. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his wife, Judy Emiliusen, Austin, Minnesota; son, Jason (Amy) Emiliusen, Ramsey, Minnesota; daughters: Nicole (Emiliano) Dall’Anese, Arvada, Colorado, Natalie (Jason) Weber, St. Augustine, Florida; four grandchildren: Gracie Emiliusen, Sammy Emiliusen, Stella Emiliusen, and Anthony Dall’Anese; father-in-law, Richard Beckel, Kidder, Missouri; siblings: April George (Curt Nelson), Brownsdale, Minnesota, Neal (Ronda) Emiliusen, Waukesha, Wisconsin, Dennis Emiliusen, Austin, Minnesota, Keith Emiliusen, Austin, Minnesota, Kerry (Lisa) Emiliusen, Keller, Texas; sisters-in-law: Barb Chall, Wahoo, Nebraska, Bev (Ron) Petersen, Nisswa, Minnesota, Mary (Kirk) Lee, Kidder, Missouri, Carol (Keith) Schrader, Nerstrand, Minnesota; brother-in-law, Rick Beckel, Minneapolis, Minnesota; numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Betty Jean; brother, David; mother-in-law, Violet.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 5:30 p.m. Rosary on Monday 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 Tuesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 27 September 2015

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Notice: Lorraine Helen Low, 95

Lorraine Helen Low, 95, of Omaha, Nebraska, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, September 20, 2015, at the Country House Residence in Omaha, Nebraska.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2015, at Crane Community Chapel with the Rev. Dale Christiansen officiating.

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

Interment: Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery.

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

Memorials: Memorials can be sent to Crane Community Chapel or the Mower County Senior Citizen Center.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 27 September 2015

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Lorraine Helen Low

Born: December 12, 1919
Died: September 20, 2015

Lorraine Helen Low, age 95, of Omaha, Nebraska, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died, Sunday, September 20, 2015 at the Country House Residence in Omaha.

Lorraine was born on a little red couch in Chokio, Minnesota, on December 12, 1919 to Reinhold and Emelia (Fielhaber) Krieg. At that moment, her sisters had to stay in the cold barn during the birth. Though they thought they were being punished, what they didn’t know was that another sibling was being born, because such things were never discussed in those days. Lorraine was the fifth out of six children. She spoke German until she started school.

At age 12, she moved to Morris to attend boarding school where she was an A student. Later, she would attend beauty school in Mankato and eventually moved to Austin with her best friend to start her career. She was a beautician for 50 years and lived in Austin for 70 years. She married Doug Low in 1943 and raised her family of two girls on a small horse farm north of town. She lived in her own home and drove her car until age 93. At that point, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska to go into assisted living close to daughter Bonnie and family. She enjoyed her visits and family celebrations with Bonnie, granddaughters, and great granddaughters.

Lorraine was always making friends. In fact, three days before her death, she was thrown an impromptu party in her room with three of the young aides who assisted her. They called Bonnie at 10 PM, giggling, "come join the party!"

Lorraine always said ‘If you are bored, it's your own fault'. She tried canning, baking, sewing, and gardening. She rode horses, played baseball, did jigsaw puzzles, word puzzles, and watched every Twins game she could.

She was preceded in death by her husband Doug and daughter Renee.

She was always the most cheerful, positive person and will be missed dearly by her friends and family. Lorraine is survived by daughter: Bonnie (Doug) Niessen of Omaha, NE; Granddaughters: Amy (Bruce) Thomsen of Omaha, NE and Bethany (Chris) Huerta of Omaha, NE; Great Granddaughters: Aubrey and Amelia Thomsen; and Kiely and Lylah Huerta; Sister-in-law: Molly Martin; and many Nieces and Nephews.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 3rd at Crane Community Chapel with the Reverend Dale Christiansen officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday for one hour before the service.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be designated to Crane Community Chapel or the Senior Citizen Center.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary website.

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EDWIN S. WATKINS.

Edwin Stock Watkins, aged 40 years, died early Thursday morning, February 19, 1914, of dropsy and heart trouble after and extended illness at his home on Oakland avenue.

He was the son of Wittachur and Mary P. Watkins and was born at Cedar City, July 8, 1873. He completed his education in the Austin high school and was married to Miss Katie Ann Brown, daughter of Orin Brown, Sept. 2, 1896. They lived on the farm for about nine years when on account of his sickness they moved to Austin and lived two years. They then spent two years at Columbus, Montana, returning to Austin to live in April, 1910. Last summer they built their new house on Oakland avenue. Mr. Watkins's health continued poor so that he could not do heavy work. He was assistant assessor in Austin for two years.

His mother died December 30, 1888, and his father, August 4, 1909. Both are buried at Cedar City. Deceased leaves his wife and one brother, Harvey Watkins of Austin. He was a man universally liked by those who knew him, being kind hearted, just and unselfish.

Funeral service was held at the Baptist church, Sunday afternoon, Rev. C. D. Belden officiating. The church was crowded so that the lecture room and gallery were required to seat the large company of friends and relatives. Rev. W. L. Riley conducted prayer service at the house. Interment at Cedar City. Mr. Watkins was a member of the Eagles and they attended the funeral in a body.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 25 Feb. 1914, page 2, column 1, under the heading "DEATHS"

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WATKINS.

At her home on Park avenue, early Friday morning, October 6, 1905, of paralysis, Mrs. Abram Watkins, aged nearly 62 years. She was the daughter of John A. Carter.

Phebe Carter was born in Milton, Quebec, January 29, 1844. Her folks moved to Burlington, Wisconsin, when she was about 12 years old. In 1857, she came with her folks to Cedar City in this county. She was married April 11, 1867, to Mr. Watkins, Rev. A. Morse officiating. The husband survives. They settled on their farm at Cedar City an lived there for over thirty years, moving in to Austin about seven years ago.

Mrs. Watkins experienced religion at the age of 12. She united with the Baptist church in this city August 1, 1886, under the pastorate of Rev. W. E. Stanley. She has been in failing health for the past six years, suffering from a creeping paralysis, but was able to be about until the present summer. She was good woman, a devoted Christian and affectionate and faithful in her family and other relations.

Five children survive: Franks, Mrs. Jennie Goslee of Waukegan, Mrs. Laura Conner of Oakland, Anna Watkins who teaches at Morgan, Minnesota, and Margie. Two children have died. Leon aged 9 months about 18 years ago, and Mrs. Elda Durrand, who died at Mason City, July 9, 1901. Mrs. Watkins has three sisters and five brothers surviving: Mrs. A. Galloway of Austin, Mrs. Emma Hoy of Fargo and Mrs. Charlotte A. Jones, Luman D., Daniel L., Alfred E. Carter of Austin, John A. mail carrier at Lyle and Rev. E. E. Carter of Stillwater, Okla.

Funeral services were held at the Baptist church Sunday morning in place of the regular services, Rev. R. E. Sayles assisted by Rev. C. D. Belden officiating. There was a very large company of relatives and friends present. Interment at Cedar City. There is a vacancy in the home and in the church caused by this bereavement that is sorely felt.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 11 Oct. 1905, page 2, column 2, under the heading "DIED"

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JOHN R. WATKINS.

John Richard Watkins, aged nearly 77 years, died at his home in Cedar City Thursday, January 2, 1913, of injuries received from a horse. On the evening of Dec. 28, while doing his chores at his barn he was thrown down and trampled upon by a colt and was severely injured about the stomach. He remained conscious almost to the end.

He was born in Wales, February 16, 1836. At the age of ten years he came with his parents to Burlington, Wis. In 1856 they came to Cedar City in this county and lived with his folks until the war.

In August, 1862, Mr. Watkins enlisted in Co. C, Ninth Minn. Vols., Capt. Henry C. Rogers. In this company were D. E. Bero, Wm. Brekon, Azaria H. Chapin, John N. Neller, Nathan Palmeter, John B. Revord, E. P. Spooner, James M. Tanner, Daniel B. Vaughan and others of this vicinity. They were first engaged in Sibley's command near New Ulm and were in the battle of Wood Lake and wintered at Fort Ridgeley. In the fall of 1863, they went south and were in the battles of Tupelo, Miss., in the Missouri campaign, the battle of Nashville, the campaign of Mobile and other noted engagements. Mr. Watkins served full three years in the army.

He was married April 8, 1868 at Cedar City to Miss Maria Reynolds, and they have lived on the old farm since except five years, 1898-1903, spent in Austin.

The widow and four children survive: Mrs. Mary E. Cowan, recently of Seattle, Ben T. Watkins of Chinook, Mont., and George A. and Margaret A. at home. Ten grandchildren are living. Deceased has one sister, Mrs. Caleb Stock of Mitchel, Iowa, and three brothers, David, Evan and Abe of Austin.

Funeral services, conducted by Rev. C. D. Belden, were held at the home Sunday afternoon. The bearers were members of McIntyre post, G. A. R. of which deceased was a member. Interment in Cedar City cemetery. Mr. Watkins was one of the pioneer stock of Mower county and his many friends mourn his departure.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 8 Jan. 1913, page 2, column 1, under the heading "DEATHS"

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DUTTON T. WATKINS.

Dutton T. Watkins, aged 37 years, died Wednesday, June 26, 1912, in the hospital in New England, North Dakota, where he had been taken for an operation.

He was the son of Evan and Frances Watkins and was born at Cedar City January 16, 1875. He graduated from the Austin high school and also attended the state agricultural college. In 1900 he was married to Miss Maggie R. Lang, daughter of Henry Lang of London. They lived on the Evan Watkins farm at Cedar City until six years ago when they moved to Lakota, N. D., where he had charge of an elevator. Later they took a claim at Hume, N. D., and their home has since been there.

He leaves a widow and two children Vernon and Dorothy. Another child, Edith, died in August, 1908. The body was brought here for burial. Funeral services conducted by Revs. Robt Brown and J. W. Stout were held at the Evan Watkins residence Saturday afternoon. Interment in Oakwood. Deceased was a man of upright life who was trusted and respected by all who knew him. We extend sympathy to the sorrowing family.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 3 July 1912, page 2, column 2, under the heading "DEATHS"

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WILL M. WELCH.

Will M. Welch, aged 32 years, died January 1, 1913 at three p.m. at the home of his mother, Mrs. M. C. La Point on the East side. He had been ill with pneumonia only eight days. He was the son of the late Arad Welch and was born in Cedar City, December 16, 1880. At the age of ten years he came to Austin with his folks to reside and he grew up and was educated here. He was unmarried.

He leaves his mother, and one brother, Frank N. Welch. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church Friday forenoon, in charge of Rev. Robt. Brown. Sermon by Rev. C. D. Belden. Interment in Cedar City cemetery.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 8 Jan. 1913, page 2, column 2, under the heading "DEATHS"

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MRS. JAMES M. GALT.

Mrs. James M. Galt, aged 54 years died Thursday afternoon, March 7, 1912, of brain trouble at her home in this city after an illness of about four weeks, during which time she had been mostly unconscious. A blood vessel in the brain was ruptured.

Kate Nora Kelly was born in Dane county, Wisconsin, January 7, 1857. At the age of 17 years she came with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Kelly to Otranto, Iowa, near the state line. She was married November 28, 1890 to Mr. Galt and they have since lived in Austin. The husband survives.

Mrs. Galt was a member of the Presbyterian church. She was also a member of the McIntyre W. R. Corps and of the Court of Honor. She loved her home and devoted a large share of her time to home duties. She had many friends who valued her acquaintance on account of her cheerful and unselfish disposition.

Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Robt. Brown, were held at the Presbyterian church, Saturday afternoon. The body was placed in Oakwood vault until spring when interment will be at Woodbury.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 13 March 1912, page 3, column 3, under the heading "DEATHS"

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MRS. HELEN B. BISBEE.

At her home in Lyle village, Sunday afternoon, November 21, 1909, of apoplexy, Mrs. Helen B. Bisbee, aged 64 years.

Helen Buell Houghton was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alonzo Houghton and was born in Gloversille, N. Y., in 1845. She came with her parents in 1858 to Otranto, Iowa, near the state line, where they lived for several years. She taught school while her father and brother served in the Civil war. After the war they moved to Lyle township, where she continued teaching until she was married to Augustus C. Bisbee Jan. 12, 1868. They lived on the old Bisbee homestead in Nevada township for many years. Mr. Bisbee died at Forest Hill, Cal., April 3, 1902. About seven years ago Mrs. Bisbee moved from the Nevada home into Lyle village, where her home has since been.

She had three strokes of apoplexy, the first Dec. 6, 1904, the second in October, 1908, and the third last Sunday afternoon about 4:30 o'clock and she passed away at 5:30.

She was the mother of nine children of whom three are living: Virgil, Allen and Sadie of Lyle. She also leaves two brothers, Virgil Houghton of Rich Hill, Mo., and Harwood Houghton of Templeton, Iowa, and one sister, Mrs. Amelia Slocum, of Sioux City, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held in Lyle village at 1 o'clock Wednesday, Rev. C. D. Belden of Austin officiating, assisted by Rev. Ruddock. Interment in Woodbury.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 24 Nov. 1909, page 8, column 4, under the heading "DEATHS"

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RUN OVER BY THE CARS.

A Montana Central Switchmen Mangled at the Depot.

A switchman named Rufus A. Bisbee was run over yesterday morning at about 8 o'clock by a couple of empty wood cars at the Montana Central depot. A train of sixteen cars, all empty, were being switched, from which it was desired to cut off three. Bisbee stepped in before the third to the last car and pulled the coupling pin when in some manner he tripped and fell across the rail in front of the thirteen cars backing slowly down, the wheels of two of which ran over him, mangling his body so that he died in fifteen minutes after being released. The cars ran off the track, which was the first intimation that the engineer had that anything was wrong.

He died as he was being taken to the Sisters' Hospital, where the Coroner held an inquest that resulted in a verdict of accidental death, no blame attaching to the company. A telegram was sent by General Agent Dawson to J. A. Bisbee (sic), the young man's father, who lives at Lyle, Minnesota, and an answer returned requesting that the interment take place here.

Mr. Dawson has made arrangements for the funeral to take place on Monday at 2 o'clock, postponing it to that hour to permit the presence of two brothers of Bisbee, who are employed on the Dakota Division of the Northern Pacific road. The deceased was about 30 years of age, unmarried, and had the reputation of being an experienced hand at his business. The remains are in charge of Undertaker Herman, of the Butte Furniture Company.

Source: The Butte semi-weekly Miner in Butte, Montana, 5 Sept. 1888, page 2, column 4

Note that the obit says interment would be at Butte. It is not clear if this happened and the body was re-interred at Woodbury, or if it did happen and the marker at Woodbury is just a memorial.

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JULIA TILLMAN.

Julia Tillman died Friday night at St. Olaf hospital where she had been for treatment, her ailment being tuberculosis of the bone.

Julia was 8 years old. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Louis C. Tillman. She made her home with her Aunt, Mrs. Will Farrell since the death of her mother a few months ago. She has been a patient littler sufferer for some time.

The funeral services were conducted by Rev. F. E. Knopf Sunday afternoon. Burial in Cedar City cemetery. The father, who is left alone, has the sympathy of all.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 8 July 1914, page 2, column 2, under the heading "DEATHS"

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OSBORN.

At the residence of her daughter, in Reading, Michigan, Tuesday, November 15, 1904, of old age, Mrs. Caroline, widow of Welcome Osborn. Her maiden name was Yates.

She was a native of Canada. She was married to Mr. Osborn in April, 1849. They came to Cedar City in 1856 when there but three houses in Austin, and experienced all the hardships of pioneer life. In 1864, the family moved to Lyle township, section 14, and lived there until about ten years ago when they moved to their farm near Cedar City. Mr. Osborn died there February 28, 1903. Mrs. Osborn, in August, 1903, went to live with her daughter in Michigan.

Ten children survive: William of Battle Lake, Minnesota; John and George E. at Cedar City; Stephen of Moscow; Mrs. Melissa Parmenter and Arad of Austin; Charles and Herbert of Marietta, Wash.; Mrs. Edgar Spicer of Manitoba; Mrs. G. P. Marsh, Reading, Mich. The body of the deceased will be brought to Cedar City for funeral service and burial.

Another of Austin's territorial pioneers has thus passed over the river. She was a member of the M. E. church for nearly half a century.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 16 Nov. 1904, page 2, columns 1 & 2, under the heading "DIED"

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OSBORN.

At his home in Cedar City, February 28, 1903, of cancer, Welcome Osborn, aged 78 years. He has been in failing health for over two years, and for much of the time has suffered intensely and death came as a sweet relief.

He was born near Montreal, Canada, January 11, 1825, being the oldest son of Isaac and Sarah Osborn. Early left without a father's care, he learned self-dependence and knew from boyhood what hard and constant toil was.

He was married in April, 1849, to Miss Caroline Yates, also a native of Canada. They came to Cedar City in 1856, when there were but three houses in Austin, and experienced all the hardships and deprivations of pioneer life. John Chandler, Alfred Cressey, John Watkins and Caleb Stock came the same year. His mother came with him and always had a home with him until her death four years ago at the ripe old age of 94. In 1864, Mr. Osborn and family moved to their farm in section 14, town of Lyle, near the present Red Star school house and lived there until about eight years ago when on account of advancing years they moved to Cedar City.

He was quite prominent in Lyle town affairs, having been supervisor, treasurer and held other offices. He was for many years a member of the Methodist church, having been converted at Cedar City under Elder Cressey's ministry.

He was upright in his life and bore with great resignation and patience the sufferings and sorrows that came into his lot. Last fall, his son John came from California to take special care of him in his last illness.

Funeral services, conducted by Rev. A. Cressey, were held at the residence Monday afternoon. Interment at Cedar City.

The widow and ten children survive: William of Battle Lake, Minnesota; John and George E. at home; Stephen of Moscow; Mrs. Melissa Parmenter of Austin; Charles of Marietta, Wash.; Mrs. Edgar Spicer, Carlisle, N. D.; Arad of town of Nevada; Mrs. G. P. Marsh, Reading, Mich.; and Herbert of town of Lyle.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 4 March 1903, page 2, column 2, under the heading "DIED"

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OSBORN.

At the residence of her son, near Cedar City, Saturday, March 12, 1898, Mrs. Sarah Chandler, relict of Isaac Osborn, aged 93 years.

She was born in Canada July 11, 1804. She was the mother of three children, Welcome, John and Amelia. Amelia died in Wisconsin, Rock county, 1856. John and Welcome with their families and mother came to Mower county in the fall of 1856. Mrs. Osborn always made her home with Welcome at Cedar City and in Lyle township and died in Austin township.

The funeral services were held Monday at the home, and sermon preached also at Cedar City school house by Rev. Alfred Cressey of Austin. There was a large attendance of relatives and friends, and the burial was at the Cedar City Cemetery.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 16 March 1898, page 3, columns 4&5, under the heading "Died."

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Osborn, Sarah -- 4 JUL 1804 - 12 MAR 1898

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CORNEVEAUX -- In this city, suddenly, of dropsy of the heart, Sunday morning, June 14, 1891, Mrs. Amy L. the beloved wife of Frank J. Corneveaux, aged 25 years.

The announcement of this sudden death comes like a shock to this community. A year has not yet elapsed since she stood a bride at the marriage altar. The hopes and plans of a happy home are so soon and so terribly blighted.

Mrs. Corneveaux was the daughter of David L. Chandler of Cedar City. She received a good education, being a graduate of the upper Iowa College at Fayette. She was a most acceptable and successful teacher in the county for sever years. She was a young lady of high moral and religious purposes and of a generous heart. In less than two weeks she was planning to become settled in the fine new house nearly finished for their residence. But the Divine purpose was different.

Appropriate funeral services were held at the house by Rev. C. E. Wright, after which the remains were taken to Cedar City for burial. A funeral service was held at the Cedar City school house and the very large number of friends present evinced (sic) the widespread regard in which the deceased was held. To the sorrowing husband and other relatives we extend our sincere sympathy.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 17 June 1891, page 8, column 2, under the heading "DIED."

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Corneveaux, Amy L. -- 21 JUL 1866 - 11 JUN 1890

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GEMMEL.

At his home near Cedar City, of Brights disease, Friday, December 16, 1898, Andrew Gemmel aged 79 years.

He was born in Paisley, Scotland, October 31, 1819. He came with his father's family to Montreal where he as married March 8, 1845, to Miss Phebe Phelps. They came to Austin township in 1857, and have since lived there.

There were eleven children born to them. Five of them survive, Andrew Gemmel of Cavour, S.D., Mrs. Jerry Ingalls and Mrs. Charles R. Varco of Austin, Mrs. Eaton Officer and Arthur A. Gemmel of Austin township.

Deceased was a man of good education and it was always a pleasure to visit with him. He was a member of Chris Episcopal church of this city. Funeral services were held at Cedar City on Sunday, Rev. D. J. Somerville officiating assisted by Rev. A. Cressey. Interment at Cedar City.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 21 Dec. 1898, page 3, column 3, under the heading "Died"

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Arthur Gemmel --- Died 1914

Several from here attended the funeral of the late Arthur Gemmel at his home in Cedar City Thursday afternoon. Rev. TenBroeck of Austin officiated. Mr. Gemmel was a member of the A. O. U. W. at Austin.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 15 July 1914, page 7, column 4, under the heading "LONDON."

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ARTHUR ALBERT GEMMEL.

Another of Mower County's good citizens and pioneers has passed away. Arthur Albert Gemmel died Tuesday morning at 6 o'clock at his home at Cedar City, six miles southwest of Austin. Mr. Gemmel has been in poor health for some time past, but was sick only two hours before his death which was caused from a partial stroke and heart failure. He was conscious to the last and bade his family good bye.

Arthur Gemmel was born in Toronto, Canada, 58 years ago the 9th day of next September. When he was only nine months old his parents came to Minnesota settling at Cedar City and this has been the family home since. Mr. Gemmel has always lived on the family farm with the exception of a very short time. He was well known throughout the county as an honest, thrifty farmer.

He leaves a wife and six children, the oldest 14 and the youngest 3 yeas of age. The children are Agnes, Ada, George, Albert, Helen and Kenneth. His parents were Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gemmel, also Mower county pioneers. He was the youngest son. His father was a native of Scotland and his mother of Canada, Andrew Gemmel coming to America in 1842 and settling in Cedar City in 1857. He died 15 years ago and Mrs. Gemmel died six years ago. A brother of the deceased, Andrew Gemmel, died last September. Three sisters are left of the seven children of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Gemmel, Sr. they are, Mrs. J. E. Ingalls, Mrs. C. R. Varco, Mrs. Eaton officer, all of Austin.

The funeral will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house, Rev. Ten Broeck of Christ Church officiating. Burial at Cedar City cemetery. The wife, children and sisters have the sympathy of the community.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 8 July 1914, page 2, columns 2&3, under the heading "DEATHS"

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The cemetery listing on MNGenWeb for Cedar City Cemetery shows:
Gemmel, Arthur A. -- 1856 - 7 JUL 1914

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--DEATH OF WELCOME CHANDLER.--

Wednesday, at his home, about six miles from Austin, Welcome Chandler died of paralysis. He was 74 years of age.

Mr. Chandler came from Canada East to Austin township 23 years ago, his sons, David L. and John coming a year or two before him. He was married in Canada fifty years ago this next March, to Amy Phelps. Eleven children were born to them, and eight are still living: David L., John, Mrs. Joshua Epler, George, Starling, William, Mrs. Jacob Epler and Mrs. H. C. Trowbridge. A son, Stephen, died in Andersonville, starving to death in that prison-pen of the south.

Mrs. Chandler was a member of the M. E. church of this city, and one of its first trustees. He was a man noted for his hospitality, and his house was always a home for the itineracy.

The funeral services were held in the school-house at Cedar City last Thursday, and were conducted by Rev. A. Cressey -- a large congregation being present, paying the last tribute of respect to the deceased. Several of the business men of Austin were in attendance, and many more would have been glad to have thus shown their regard for one of Austin's highly respected pioneers.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 22 Dec. 1880, page 3, column 5

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NOTE: The cemetery listing for Cedar City Cemetery, on MNGenWeb, shows:
Chandler, Welcome -- 25 JAN 1807 - 15 DEC 1880

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NORMAN S. BOWERS

Norman S. Bowers, aged nearly 60 years, died at his home in Superior, Wisconsin, Wednesday morning, December 15, 1909, of heart trouble. He was found sitting in his chair dead. He has been troubled for the past year and the doctors gave him no promise of extended years.

He was the son of Jacob S. Bowers, an old resident of Lyle township. He was born at Waterloo, Ontario, February 26, 1850. His father was one of the earliest settlers of that county. The family moved to southwestern Missouri in 1860 and on account of war disturbance came to Auburn, Fayette county, Iowa and in the summer of 1863 they moved to Osage for the better education of the children. Norman attended the Cedar Valley seminary and was one of the first graduates. The family came to Lyle township in the spring of 1871. Norman was married to Miss Mary E. Trowbridge Jan. 1, 1880. They lived on a farm in Lyle until 1887 when they moved to Superior, Wis., where Mr. Bowers went into the abstract and real estate business, in which he continued until death.

Mrs. Bowers died at Superior March 6, 1906. There were no children. Mr. Bowers has since occupied his home in Superior. He was able to be at his office the day before he died.

The body was brought to Lyle for funeral services, which were held at the Bowers home on Sunday afternoon, Rev. C. D. Belden of Austin officiating. Interment in Cedar City where his wife is buried.

The father of deceased died May 17, 1908. The aged mother lives in Lyle. There are six brothers and sisters: Mrs. M. J. Hanley, Minneapolis; Mrs. M. E. Varco, Austin; Milton E. Bowers, Velva, N. D.; Chas. N. Bowers, Austin; Mrs. Ben V. Wilder, Mitchell, S. D.; and Mrs. Fred Hotson of Lyle. We extend our sympathy to the family.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 22 Dec. 1909, page 2, column 1, under the heading "DEATHS"

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Jacob S. Bowers died Sunday morning, May 17, 1908, of paralysis at his home in Lyle township, aged 78 years. About six years ago he was stricken severely with paralysis of his entire right side from which he recovered sufficiently to be about again. In May, 1805, he had another stroke which affected his left side. He partially recovered from this and was able to walk and sit at the table with the family. In February, 1906, he had a serious attack of the grip and has been since confined mostly to his bed. He has suffered no pain during all these helpless years. Through it all, he has been patient and uncomplaining and was very appreciative of all that was done for him. The end came suddenly and very quietly.

Jacob S. Bowers was born in Berlin, Ontario, December 28, 1829. His father, Samuel Bowers, and his mother whose maiden name was Lydia Sowers were natives of Lancaster county, Penn. whence they emigrated to Canada in 1825, being among the first settlers of Waterloo county. His father purchased a large tract of government land, improved a farm and lived there until his death. Jacob spent his boyhood days on his father's farm and sawmill located on the farm and learned the carpenter and joiner trade with his father. He was married to Miss Elizabeth Quickfall of Berlin, Ontario, May 15, 1849. She was born in Lincolnshire, England, February 7, 1829.

In company with his brother, Jacob bought the old homestead and saw mill and engaged in farming and lumbering and later in the mercantile business until the fall of 1860 when he and his family removed to southwestern Missouri. On account of the feeling toward Union men in the time of the war they removed in the spring of 1861 to Auburn, Fayette Co., Iowa, and in the summer of 1863 to Osage for better school facilities for their children.

In partnership with his cousin, J. J. Bowers, Mr. Bowers built and operated a saw mill at Osage and as business increased they bought machinery and built a second mill and began making sash, doors and furniture. In the spring of 1871 Mr. Bowers removed with his family to a farm in Lyle township, where he has since resided.

He is survived by his faithful wife and seven children: Norman S. Bowers, Superior, Wis; Mrs. M. J. Haney, Minneapolis; Mrs. M. E. Varco, Austin; Milton E. Bowers, Velva, N. D.; Chas. N. Bowers, Austin; Mrs. Ben V. Wilder, Mitchell, S. D.; Mrs Fred Hotson, Lyle. All of these are expected to be present at the funeral. There are also sixteen grand children and six great grand children.

Last Friday, May 15, was the 59th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Bowers and his death is the first that has occurred in his family. He was the last survivor of his father's family of eleven children. He was made a Mason in Ontario January 14, 1859, and so had been a member of that order for nearly fifty years. He was the first Master of the Lyle lodge which will have charge of the funeral services today. He was also a member of the Austin Chapter, R. A. M. and of the A. O. U. W.

Funeral services will be held at the house, near Troy City creamery in Lyle township this Wednesday afternoon at 1 o'clock, Rev. C. D. Belden officiating. Interment in Woodbury cemetery.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 20 May 1908, page 2, column 1, under the heading "DEATHS"

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HENRY COUNTY TROWBRIDGE.

The death of Henry County Trowbridge, one of Mower County's pioneer settlers, which occurred May 11 at his home in Lyle township, brings sorrow to the hearts of all who knew him.

He was born at Racine, Wisc., April 22, 1846, was a volunteer in company A, 11th Illinois cavalry, Bob Ingersoll regiment. He was married Jan. 2nd, 1871 to Roxane Chandler of Cedar City. To them were born six children: Mrs. Nettie Warrington, Fred A., Ethel I., Harry C. of Austin, Mrs. Grace Wilder of Minneapolis and Truman G. of Decorah, Iowa.

Besides his wife and children, Mr. Trowbridge is survived by his two brothers, Miles M., of Portland, Oregon and Milton M. of Battle Lake, the latter being with him at the time of his death. His only sister, Mrs. Norman S. Bowers died in March, 1905.

He was a deep student of politics, religion and science and held many offices of trust.

A kind and generous man, loved by all who came in reach of his helpful influence, he leaves a place no one can fill.

Funeral services were held Thursday at 2:30 p. m. from the house, Rev. Ireland of Minneapolis officiating.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 19 May 1915, page 2, column 2, under the heading "DEATHS"

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MRS. H. F. DEMING.

Mrs. Henry F. Deming died Wednesday afternoon, April 14, 1909, at her home southwest of Austin from grippe, after a brief illness, aged 83 years. She has been gradually failing for several years.

Mary Bennett was the oldest daughter of Thomas Bennett and was born in Chateaugay, N. Y., Oct. 23, 1825. She was one of fifteen children, three of whom are still living. She grew up and was married in Chateaugay on April 12, 1853. They moved to Lowell, Mass., where they lived three years and then came to the vicinity of Madison, Wis., where they lived seven years. In 1863, they came to Mower county, living on their farm in Nevada township for twenty years and since in the vicinity of Austin. They have occupied their present home, the old Geo. Bennett farm, since 1893.

Five children were born to them, four surviving: Miss Jessie Deming who has lovingly and faithfully cared for her parents during their declining years; Charles F. Deming of Canby, Minn.; Mrs. Harry Buck of Austin township and Mrs. Will Clift of Oakland. The aged husband survives.

Mrs. Deming came from good old Scotch Presbyterian stock. She was thoroughly indoctrined in the principles of the Bible and Exemplified in her life the beauty and power of the Christian's faith and life. She was of quiet disposition, affectionate and devoted, and those who knew her intimately knew something of the rare charm of her character. She lived for others rather than for self and her life was a benediction to those who were near her.

Funeral services conducted by Rev. C. D. Belden were held at the residence Friday afternoon. Interment in Cedar City cemetery.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 21 April 1909, page 2, column 1, under the heading "DEATHS"

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TWO MORE CITIZENS GONE.

Abraham Dickerson
Dies on Wednesday Afternoon,
June 4, 1902.

Died at his home in this city, Wednesday afternoon, June 4, 1902, of typhoid fever; Abraham Dickerson, aged 79 years.

He was one of the earliest settlers of the town of Austin. He was born in Rumlis, Seneca county, N. Y. May 4, 1823, and was one of a family of nine children. When Abe was only two years old he moved with his folks to Boone county, Michigan. They remained in Michigan 14 years when they came to McHenry county, Illinois, and stopped one year. They then moved to Linn county, near Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and bought a farm. Cedar Rapids contained only four houses. They lived there until 1857 when Abe came to Mower county. He was married November 2, 1857 at Waterloo, Iowa, to Miss Martha Bunn.

In the spring of 1857 when Mr. Dickerson came to this county, nearly all the land southwest of Austin was vacant and he could have had his pick of it. There was not a house in the Dinsmoor neighborhood. Around Cedar City were the Watkins, Chandler, Osborn and a few other families, and across the river were the Lotts, Huntingtons, Rolphs, Powers and others. There was a single hotel in Austin (Snow & Wilbour's) and a few houses.

Mr. Dickerson had some means so that he did not know as much of pioneer hardships as many others. He hired all the breaking done that he could and bought seed wheat in Winnisheik county for a dollar a bushel. The nearest grist mill was at Stewartville and afterwards at Mitchell. When Jonathan Gregson built the first mill at Officers's it was a great convenience to the early settlers.

Cedar City was started on the banks of the Cedar below David Chandler's farm in 1857 and lots were platted, a grist mill and saw mill were located, regular stage and mail service was enjoyed and the prophecy was for quite an enterprising little city but a freshet came and carried out the mills and dam and the city died. In July, 1858, during the great freshet, Dickerson was temporarily living with his brother while completing his own house. The water rose into the house so that the occupants had great difficulty in escaping from the flood.

In those early days, the business of the township was done in the village and for years some of those in the village were on the town board. Mr. Dickerson shared in the experiences of all the pioneers, often sleeping under his wagon while hauling grain to McGregor or Winona and knowing all about high prices and scarcity of provision at different times.

He was a very successful farmer and at one time owned a large tract of land in Austin township. He always claimed that farming, properly attended to was good business.

Mr. Dickerson was frequently elected to town office. He was town treasurer for over fifteen years. He was supervisor and chairman and for many years was on the school board. About four years ago, he moved into this city to get rid of the cares of the farm and look after his property here. Of late old age has pressed him but he was ill for less than two weeks at the last. Only three weeks ago today, he called in at this office and spent an hour in a friendly chat.

He was for years a member of the M. E. church in this city and realized that his great interest centered in the life beyond. He was a charter member of Fidelity Lodge, A. F. & A. M. of Austin. He was an upright citizen, respected by all. He always had great faith in Austin and vicinity and identified himself fully with its interests. His familiar face and pleasant companionship will be missed not only by all the surviving pioneers of this vicinity but by all who knew him.

Funeral services were held at the residence on College street, Friday afternoon, Frev. J. M. Brown, assisted by Rev. A. Cressey, officiating. Interment at Cedar City, where both the father and mother of deceased are buried. The widow and five children survive: Mrs. Milton E. Bowers, Mrs. Charles N. Bowers, George Dickerson and Mrs. Hiram S. Boale of Austin; and Charles Dickerson of Deslak, N. D. A brother of deceased, Joseph, of Henning, Minnesota, survives. All were present at the funeral.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 11 June 1902, page 2, columns 1&2

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MRS. FRED SCHRADER.

Mrs. Ida Schrader wife of Fred Schrader of South River street, died Sunday afternoon at 4:30 at the age of 58 years. Deceased has been ill for some time with asthma and later tumors.

Ida May Chilton was born in Auburn, Vermont, November 31 (sic), 1855. She came with her parents to Lyle township when she was 14 years old. She attended school in Cedar City and Austin. On March 22, 1892 she was married to Fred Schrader and for a time they made their home in Iowa. Later they lived on the L. D. Carter farm and seven years ago they came to Austin.

She was a member of the Baptist church of this city and also of the Miozota society. She leaves to mourn her loss her husband and mother, also a niece and a nephew. A daughter Nellie died. The funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 10 o'clock at the house and 10:30 at the Baptist church. Dr. Stout will officiate. Burial at Cedar City.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 19 Aug. 1914, page 2, column 4, under the heading "DEATHS"

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Former Devils Lake Man Dies at Duluth

Devils Lake, N. D., Aug. 22 -- Word has reached this city of the death of Roger P. Gibson at Duluth, Minnesota, after a brief illness. The Gibson family resided here for many years, moving to Duluth a year ago where Mr. Gibson entered the barber supply business with his brother. The deceased leaves a wife and four children. Interment took place at the old family home at Lyle, Minnesota.

Source: The Grand Forks Herald, Grand Forks, North Dakota, 22 August 1919, page 3, column 3

NOTE: The marker, at Woodbury Cemetery, Mower county, Minnesota, has a death date of 1918, but death notice and death certificate show 1919.

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NOTE: The cemetery listing for Woodbury, on MNGenWeb, shows:
Gibson, Rodger P. -- 18 MAR 1873 - 18 AUG 1918

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Born: June 03, 1947
Died: September 25, 2015

Linda S. Hueman, 68 of Adams, Minnesota, died Friday, September 25, 2015, at the Cedars of Austin.

Linda Sue Hueman was born June 3, 1947 at Owatonna, Minnesota the daughter of Irvin and Lois (Aston) Peterson. She grew up in Blooming Prairie where she graduated from Blooming Prairie High School. Linda married Richard Hueman on December 14, 1968 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams, Minnesota. Linda was a stay at home mom for many years. She then went to work at the Adams Drug Store where she was a pharmacy technician for many years.

Linda was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She loved cooking and flower gardening. She also enjoyed crocheting, playing cards and doing various types of puzzles. Linda loved to decorate for the holidays throughout the year, but her greatest love and joy were her granddaughters.

She was preceded in death by her husband Richard, parents Irvin and Lois Peterson, step-father Kermit Peterson, brother Alvin (Butchie) Peterson, father-in-law and mother-in-law Bill and Ruby Hueman, sister-in-law LaDonna Hueman and brother-in-law Raymond Hueman.

Linda is survived by her son, James Hueman, Austin, Minnesota; daughter and son-in-law, Vickie and Jeff Arndt, Austin, Minnesota; granddaughters, Taylor and Abigail Arndt of Austin, Minnesota; sister and brother-in-law, Arlene and Jim Jensen, Albert Lea, Minnesota; brother and sister-in-law, Ted and Brenda Peterson, Lake Pannosoffkee, Florida; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Clarice King, Rochester, Minnesota, Louise Monson, LeRoy, Minnesota, LaVonne and Jerome Landherr, Adams, Minnesota, Robert and Mary Hueman, Surprise, Arizona, nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, October 1st at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy and Father Randal Kasel officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM where there will be a 5:00 PM prayer service and a Rosary to follow. Visitation will also be at the church on Thursday morning for one hour before the service.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary website.

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Merriam Adell (Nelson) "Merry" Diederich, 85, of Austin, passed away December 18, 2014 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.

She was born to Emile and Eldora (Patch) Nelson in Austin on December 25, 1928. She was married to William B. Diederich on December 27, 1947 at St. Augustine's Parrish house. Merry graduated from Austin High School in 1947, and was later employed at Pearce Telephone Equipment.

She is survived by her husband, William B. Diederich; her daughters, Deanna (Tom) Lifka, and Barb Diederich; and her son, Bob Diederich; as well as four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Merry was preceded in death by her parents Emile and Eldora (Patch) Nelson and her two sisters, Betty McDonald and Barbara Jean Kummer.

Memorial Services will be on Friday, October 2, 2015 at Mayer Funeral Home with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Visitation will start an hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Calvary Cemetery.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website

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September 25, 1923 - October 2, 2015

Betty (Heimer) Walsh, 92 of Austin passed away on Friday, October 2, 2015, at Mayo Health System-Austin.

Betty was born September 25, 1923 in Stacyville, Iowa to Anton (Tony) and Julia (Goergen) Heimer. She grew up on a farm on Minnesota and Iowa state border with German as primary language prior to attending school in Johnsburg and Adams, Minnesota.

In 1940 Betty met Roger the young man who became "the love of her life," and waited for him for over 5 years while he served in the military during World War II. Upon his return, Roger and Betty married September 29, 1945.

They were never apart again until Roger passed away on May 24th of this year. This past Tuesday, September 29th, would have been their 70th wedding anniversary!

Betty moved to Austin during the war to work at Hormel in the "dairy pack" department, and continued there until the birth of her first child. Most importantly she was the mother to seven children, Betty balanced this role while also working at the Dinner Bell restaurant and for many years at Landherr Drug store.

She was a member and active volunteer of Queen of Angels for over 50 years until later joining the parish of St. Augustine. She was an active member of the Sacred Heart Auxiliary until her death and over her life time volunteering there brought her great joy.

Betty was an avid gardener, with large plots of both vegetables and flowers, sharing this bounty with neighbors, family and clergy over the years. In addition, Betty and Roger traveled extensively with multiple trips to Europe, most US states including Hawaii and Alaska, across Canada and Caribbean islands. One trip they recalled most vividly was being in Cuba on New Year's eve 1959 -- returning just one day prior to the fall of that country to the Castro led revolution!

Betty is survived by 4 daughters and 2 sons; Nancy (Craig) Welken, Plymouth, Daryl (Susan) Walsh, Plymouth, Gayle (Michael Martello) Walsh, Pacific Grove, California, Allyn (Sheila) Walsh, Rochester, Sarah (Mike) Landherr, Austin, Jayne (Mark) Schneider, Apple Valley; 14 grandchildren, and nine great-children; as well as brother’s Herbert Heimer, Coon Rapids and Dennis Heimer, Mazeppa and sister Mary Thome, Adams and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her beloved spouse Roger, by her parents; daughter Janel, grandson Alex; four brothers and one sister.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. There will be a visitation at Mayer Funeral Home on Tuesday evening where friends may call from 5 - 7 pm, with a prayer service at 6:45. Visitation also will be held one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to St. Augustine Church, Queen of Angels Church, Sacred Heart Care Center, or a charity of donor's choice.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website.
Also see Austin Daily Herald for 5 OCT 2015.

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Donald Gene Ramlo, age 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, September 28, 2015 at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center. He was born April 12, 1924 in Decorah, Iowa to Roy and Cora (Kjome) Ramlo. A 1943 graduate of Spring Grove High School, Donald served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1944 until 1946. On April 12, 1947, he was united in marriage to Lucille Kerling in Austin, Minnesota. Donald and Lucille raised five daughters.

He made his living as a truck driver for Hormel Foods. A member of the American Legion, Donald was also a longtime member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, where he sang in the choir for many years. He enjoyed golfing, playing cribbage, and spending time with his family and friends.

Donald is survived by his wife Lucille Ramlo of Austin; his daughters Roberta (Steven) Hansen of Eagan, Minnesota, Mary (Chris) Rodenkirchen of Fort Myers, Florida, Virginia (Kent) Tibbetts of Spokane, Washington, Patricia Hulet of Austin, Minnesota and Ruth Michaels of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Cora Ramlo, three brothers, and his sons-in-law James Hulet and Larry Michaels.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2015 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Todd Portinga, A.I.M., officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, with military rites by American Legion Post 91. Memorials can be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church Senior Ministry, True Friends at 10509 108th Street NW, Annandale, Minnesota 55302, or Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Dean Leroy Lechner, age 81, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, September 28, 2015 at Mayo Clinic Health System-Austin.

He was born January 21, 1934, in Freeborn County, Minnesota to George and Cora (Peterson) Lechner. Dean attended District 83 schools. After school, he worked for area farmers. Over the years his various jobs included running a gas station in Oakland, truck driving, and working at Weber's (Anderson) Standard. Later he owned and operated Dean's Conoco.

In 1967, Dean went to work for Usem's, where he did used car reconditioning for 13 years. In 1984, he purchased the Budget Holiday Motel in New Ulm, Minnesota, which he ran for eight years, retiring in 1992. On May 19, 1956, Dean and Marlene Mudra were united in marriage in Myrtle, Minnesota. The couple raised 4 sons. In addition to his work and family obligations, Dean served his country in the National Guard for six years. Among his favorite pastimes were yardwork, bird watching, NASCAR and stock car racing.

Dean is survived by his wife Marlene Lechner of Austin; his sons Richard Lechner of Concord, North Carolina, Michael (Mary Jane) Lechner of Austin, Minnesota, Jonathan (Ann) Lechner of Spring Valley, Minnesota, and Joseph (April) Lechner of Breckenridge, Texas; 11 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren; two brothers, Harold Lechner of Austin, Minnesota and Earl Lechner of Rockwell, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents George and Cora Lechner, a sister Joyce Zech and one brother at birth.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2015 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin with Rev. Karen Behling officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Austin. Memorials can be directed to Our Saviors Lutheran Church, the Salvation Army, or recipient of donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Charles Raymond Wyant, age 87 of Austin, died Monday, September 28, 2015 at Courtyard Estates Assisted Living in Bondurant, Iowa.

He was born on July 9, 1928, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Edward and Hazel (Wallem) Wyant. Charles attended Austin Public Schools before going to work for Hormel Foods Corporation. He served his country in the U.S Air Force from 1946 until his honorable discharge in 1949.

On May 20, 1950, he was united in marriage to Leora Ferguson in Austin. The couple raised four sons. Following his retirement from Hormel after 33 years of service, Charles worked several years at Gerard Academy in facilities maintenance. A charter member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin, Charles also belonged to the American Legion and was a Boy Scout leader. Among his favorite pastimes were woodcarving, painting, and building and remodeling houses. He especially loved flowers and gardening. Charles was a lifelong Austin resident, and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his wife Leora Wyant of Austin, Minnesota; his sons Craig (Devona) Wyant of Lincolnton, North Carolina, Doug Wyant of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Bryan (Charity) Wyant of Bondurant, Iowa, and Parke (Gracie) Wyant of Houston, Texas; 11 grandchildren Kristin, Jessica, Allie, Candice, Brad, Cassie, Chelsey, Chantz, Brianna, Joseph, and Angelica; five great-grandchildren; his brother Gary Wyant of Euless, Texas, his sisters Evelyn (Jim) Allgood of Austin, Minnesota and Linda (Fred) Drehobl of Chicago, Illinois; his sister-in-law Joan Wyant of Pepin, Wisconsin; many, many nieces and nephews and other relatives.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Hazel Wyant, an infant brother and sister, his sister Berniece (Richard) Molde, and his brother Edward Wyant.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 3, 2015, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Karen Behling officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 2 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Memorials can be directed to Our Savior's Lutheran Church or recipient of donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Alan Lloyd "Al" Stevens, 51, of Park Rapids, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2015, at the University of Wisconsin Medical Center in Madison, Wisconsin, from complications of heart transplant surgery.

Al was born on October 27, 1963, in Austin, Minnesota, to Russell and Kathleen (Fanning) Stevens. He attended Austin schools and graduated from Pacelli High School in 1982. Al earned a degree at Detroit Lakes Technical College and joined the U.S. Army in 1986. Stationed in West Germany, he was a helicopter mechanic, driver for commanding officers, a veteran of Operation Desert Storm, and was honorably discharged in 1991.

He married Tina Wolf on March 8, 1988, in Lakewood, Washington.

Al was talented mechanically, hard-working, had a gift for humor, and generous — often offering free meals to the disadvantaged and advantaged alike in the family-owned bar where he worked. Al was also a truck driver for Daggett Trucking. He enjoyed building model cars, fishing, camping, air shows, mixology (the Purple Nurple is a local favorite) and the History Channel.

A staunch family man, he is survived by his wife, Tina Stevens of Park Rapids; son Thomas Wolf of Crystal, Minnesota; daughters: Tatiana Stevens of Fargo, North Dakota, Samantha Stevens of Fargo, North Dakota, Jesyka Stevens (grandson Liam) of Park Rapids; brother David (Dolly) Stevens of Park Rapids; sisters: Marsha Podien of Stewartville, Minnesota, Lisa (Paul) Schroepher of Stratford, Wisconsin, and Sharon Tollakson of St. Paul; half-brother Russell Stevens of Minneapolis; step-brother John Stevens of Austin; step-sister Rhonda Gerber of Austin; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Michael Stevens, and sisters Lynnette and Diane.

A visitation and memorial service was held on Thursday, September 24, 2015, at Cease Family Funeral Home Chapel in Park Rapids. Military honors were provided by the Star of the North Marine Corps League Honors Team. After services a celebration of life event was held at the Royal Bar in Park Rapids. Inurnment planned at Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 4 OCT 2015

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