Mary Jane Carlson was born December 16, 1927, to Charles and Dora (Forst) Carlson in Ironwood, Michigan. She graduated from Ironwood High School in 1945. That same year Mary enrolled with the Cadet Nursing Program at Saint Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, graduating as a registered nurse in 1948. Mary began her career working at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, Minnesota. In 1949 she married Arne Simonson at St. John's Lutheran Church in Austin. During their marriage they were graced with four children. The couple later divorced.

Mary spent many years working as an RN at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, the Marshfield Clinic in Marshfield, Wisconsin, and Methodist Hospital in Rochester. Mary became a certified gerontological nurse, working as the Director of Nursing at Prairie Manor in Blooming Prairie and as a nurse coordinator at Meadow Manor in Grand Meadow, Minnesota. Mary loved life, including fishing, traveling up north, gardening, bowling, and watching her children's and grandchildren's activities.

She loved to bake, crochet, knit, work crossword puzzles, and read. She also enjoyed working at church and was involved in Bible study and worship. Despite recurring health issues, Mary lived life to the fullest. She was a tough cookie to the end. Her appreciation for family time, her faith, and the beauty of nature never left her. She met life's challenges with unbelievable strength, calm, and fortitude. She never complained of pain, but loved company and to share her time.

Mary is survived by her four children: Matthew Simonson of Austin, David (Connie) Simonson of Austin, Jane (Jerry) Macken of Rochester, and Sue (Myron) Haug of Winona; nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, two brothers, Jon (Doris) Carlson of Ironwood, Michigan, and Robert Carlson of Lake Wales, Florida; many nieces and nephews, and Kari Prigge of Byron, whom she thought of as one of her daughters.

She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Dora Carlson, her brothers Ray, Willard, Gilbert, and George, and her sister, Dorothy.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 7, 2016 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Rev. Gerald Giese officiating. Friends may call from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 6 at Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Memorials may be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Comforcare Good Samaritan Society, or Mayo Clinic Cancer Research. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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David E. Schmidt passed away at Mayo Clinic Health Systems -- Albert Lea, Minnesota, on Tuesday, December 29, 2015. He was 79 years old.

David Emil William Schmidt was born on May 16, 1936, to Louis and Ida (Ohm) Schmidt, in Austin, Minnesota. He was raised in Waltham and graduated from Austin High School in 1954.

On December 9, 1955, he was united in marriage to Deloris Heydt in Sargeant, Minnesota. Dave started working with the state highway department as a surveyor, working to expand Interstate 35 and Interstate 90 around the Albert Lea area. He also worked other odd jobs to make ends meet. He worked at Wilsons Foods for over 20 years as a pipe fitter. He and his wife were caretakers at a condominium in Brooklyn Center for 10 years, and his latest job was working for Home Depot in Albert Lea, from where he retired.

Dave was a member of the Moose Lodge, where he was a part of the ritual team. He was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church, so faithful that he would attend every Thursday and Sunday service. He always had to be there a half-hour early so he could greet everyone that came to church.

In his early years, he was one of the initial members of the "Lea-ites" motorcycle club. He also was a part of the CB Club, where his handle was the "Brown Bomber." Dave did everything with his wife, Dee. They would travel, play cards, and socialize with friends. Dave took pride in everything he did, big or small. Recently, he was very proud and honored to lead the table prayer every day at Thornecrest.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his "sweetie" of 60 years, Deloris; a daughter, Dawn Tolbers; and brothers: Harold and Arnold.

Those left to carry on his legacy include his children: Dennis (Pam) Schmidt, Dan (Pam Roberts) Schimdt, and Darla (Jim) Godtland; grandchildren: Rachel (Casey Dempewolf) Schmidt, Andrea (Elvis) Mitchell, Jessica (Peter) Conway, Serena (Brian) Gardner, Tony (Jen) Tolbers, Becky Tolbers, Tara (Jesse) Stirling, Tatum (Edgar Burns) Roberts, Toni (Alex Draayer) Roberts, Taylor (Wes Thostenson) Roberts, Tanelle Roberts, Stacy (John) Judd, Brianna (Heather Cameron) Godtland, Krystal (Nick Malis) Godtland, Stephanie Godtland; honorary granddaughter, Missy Bremer; great-grandchildren: Alyssa, Ethan, Addison, Isaiah, Noah, Markus, Mallory, Caden, Carsen, Teaghen, Anthony, Xavier, Aela, Noah, Jessica (Ryan), Sara, Matt, Andrew, Jaxon, Jakib, Brandyn, Ian, Elli, Preslie; and great-great-grandchildren, Logan and Landon; sister-in-law, Marilyn (Craig) Hanson; brother-in-law, Richard (Jane) Heydt.

The family would like to thank his Thornecrest family for the exceptional care that was given to Dave.

A memorial service for David will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, January 4, 2016, at Zion Lutheran Church, Albert Lea. The Rev. Robert Stohlmann will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2016, at the Bonnerup Funeral Chapel, Albert Lea, and will continue one hour prior to the service on Monday. Inurnment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery.

Austin Daily Herald, 31 DEC 2015

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Lyle Woodward Roberts, age 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, December 28, 2015, at St. Marks Lutheran Home in Austin.

He was born October 9, 1923, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the son of Edwin (Ted) and Sadie Roberts. Following his graduation from St. Louis Park High School, Lyle enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, serving his country for 20 years. As a pilot during World War II, he flew a B-17 bomber in Germany and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross in 1945. He took great pride in his military service.

On January 15, 1944, Lyle was united in marriage to Audrey C. Larson in Temple, Texas. The couple raised three daughters.

Upon retirement from the Airforce in 1963 he was elected as Assistant to the President of the Texas Louisiana Synod. In 1965, Lyle returned to Minneapolis, working as a business administrator at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Edina and Calvary Lutheran Church in Golden Valley. Lyle and Audrey then moved to Austin, where he served as administrator for St. Marks Lutheran Home. In 1977, he accepted a position as the business administrator for Bethany Lutheran Home in Waupaca, Wisconsin. He retired and returned to Austin in 1985. In his spare time, Lyle enjoyed rebuilding Cushman scooters and Crosley automobiles. He was extremely proud of the Sonerai II airplane he personally built and flew in the early 80s. He was a lifetime member of the Cushman Scooter and Crosley Auto clubs.

Lyle is survived by his wife Audrey Roberts of Austin; his daughters Lori Sue (Jim) Staley of Austin, Beth Audrey Roberts of Phoenix, Arizona; his son-in-law Allan Moran of Mound, Minnesota; 8 grandchildren: Kyle (Erin) Moran, Colin Moran, Wyatt (Jeni) Staley, Elyse Staley, Audria (Matt) Abney, Chris (Gretchen) Connelly, Eric Connelly, Kelsey Connelly, and seven great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Edwin and Sadie Roberts and his daughter Linda Anne Moran in 2011.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Military honors by American Legion Post 91 and V.F.W. Post 1216 will follow the service. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Preston, Minnesota at a later date. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home, 31 DEC 2015

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Born: November 09, 1913
Died: December 31, 2015

Lois Myra Dibble, 102 of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, December 31, 2015, at her home.

Lois M. Dibble was born November 9, 1913 in Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of David and Margaret (Scholl) Rinner. At the age of two years, she moved with her parents to an acreage two miles west of Austin. She attended Woodland Rural School through 8th grade and graduated from Austin High School in 1931.

Lois was a receptionist in the office of Drs. Doyle and Lois Richardson for a number of years, and also worked in the Austin office supply store before her marriage to Robert Dibble on July 5, 1944. She was a member of the Lansing Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women's Society and was a member of the Lansing extension group. Lois was a homemaker and enjoyed her family, her vegetable and flower garden and preserving fruits and vegetables.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert, and one sister Helen Garbisch.

Lois is survived by her son Leon (Elaine) Dibble, Owatonna, Minnesota; two grandsons: Keith Leon Dibble and his wife Raquel Dugan Dibble, Towner, North Dakota, and Timothy James Dibble, Chicago, IL; two great-grandsons, Robert James Dibble and Austin Lane Dibble; and a great-granddaughter, Ashlyn Rane Dibble, all of Towner, North Dakota; and also nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, January 4, 2016 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be for one hour before the service.

Casket bearers will be Keith Dibble, Raquel Dibble, Robert Dibble, Austin Dibble, Ashlyn Dibble, and Timothy Dibble

SERVICES--

Visitation:
Monday, January 04, 2016
Clasen-Jordan Mortuary
209 2nd Avenue NW
Austin, Minnesota

Funeral Service:
Monday, January 04, 2016
Clasen-Jordan Mortuary
209 2nd Avenue NW
Austin, Minnesota

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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April 19, 1929 -- December 30, 2015 (age 86)

Obituary--

Funeral Mass for Norbert Gerber will be held 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in LeRoy, Minnesota with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 P.M. with the recital of the rosary at 5:45 P.M. Monday, January 4, 2016, at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy, Minnesota. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.

Norbert H. Gerber, age 86, of LeRoy, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Norbert Hubert Gerber was born April 19, 1929 to William and Mary (Pittman) Gerber in Adams, Minnesota. He graduated from Adams High School. After high school, Norbert enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Korean War. He was stationed in Fort Bliss, Texas and served from March 1, 1950 to August 5, 1951.

On May 21, 1952, Norbert was united in marriage to Maxine Yonker in LeRoy, Minnesota. She preceded him in death on June 16, 1970. On July 14, 1978, Norbert was united in marriage to Helen Lappin. Throughout his life, Norbert worked as a farmer, at the Feed Mill, Osmundson's, and at the pallet plant, Sedorf, as the plant manager, retiring in 1992. Norbert enjoyed reading, family get togethers, going on walks, playing cards, and traveling throughout the United States and around the world to Hawaii, Alaska, Switzerland, and many more. Norbert was a devout Catholic and was very much into his faith.

Norbert is survived by his wife, Helen of LeRoy, Minnesota; children, Dennis (Carol) of Kansas City, Missouri, and their children, Dustin and Breanna, Douglas (Joy) of Wichita, Kansas, and their children, Travis and Rachel, and Don (Kimberly) of Cameron, Missouri, and their children, Chelsea, Brittney, Colby, and Tyler; step children, Craig (Linda) Stanbro of Zumbrota, Minnesota, and their children, Nathan and Preston and Colleen (Bruce) Lein of Hayward, Minnesota, and their children, Alisha and Lonny; great-grandchildren: Jayden, Aliyah, Sophia, A.J., and Te'; siblings, Marie (Doug) Behrenfeld of Squim, Washngton, David (LaVonne) Gerber of Rochester, Minnesota, Stan (Stephanie) Gerber of Salem, Oregon, and Paul Gerber of Austin, Texas; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Mary, first wife, Maxine, son, Michael, grandson, Eric Shawn, step daughter, Linda Mitchell, brother Eugene Gerber, and step brothers, Ed May, Clarence May, Ralph Gerber, and Ronald Gerber.

Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

Source: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home

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Roger C. Fister departed this life on Sunday, January 3, 2016, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born on May 3, 1927, in Oakdale Township within Howard County, Iowa, to Casper and Mary (Jones) Fister.

At age 17, he enlisted in the Navy and was stationed with the SeaBees in China during World War II. He earned his high school diploma by gaining credits for the completion of boot camp as he readied himself to serve the country he so dearly loved. He returned to LeRoy after the war, winked at a certain young woman, and he and Pauline (Hatlestad) married on June 27, 1948, marking the beginning of a beautiful marriage that lasted 67 years. Their daughter Rhonda (Newton) was born in 1949, making their family complete.

Roger gained employment in the U.S. Postal Service, eventually retiring after years of serving as postmaster in LeRoy. He was an active member of the community and was known throughout. Roger served as secretary for the Masonic Lodge for 50 years and was a proud member of the American Legion for 70.

Roger and Pauline attended church services each Sunday, serving generously throughout the years. He was a man of rare and great integrity, lived life to the fullest, and always had a smile and a kind word for those he met. Roger will be remembered for his many special qualities, including his quick wit, the ever-present twinkle in his eyes, and his generous nature. He loved his family with great depth, and they mirror that love in return.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents.

He leaves Pauline, his loving wife; daughter and son-in-law Rhonda and Daniel Newton of LeRoy, Minnesota; brother Sidney (Martha) Fister of Lyle, Minnesota; sister MaryLou (Louis) Hungerford of LeRoy, Minnesota; three grandchildren: Jennifer (Colin) Boysen of Rochester, Minnesota, Jessica (Andy) Elofson of St. Peter, Minnesota, Christopher Newton (Kristen Leiferman) of North Branch, Minnesota; and five great-grandchildren: Nicholas, Ashley, Emma, Madeline, and Olivia.

A funeral celebrating the life of Roger C. Fister will be held on Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at 1:30 p.m. at the LeRoy Evangelical Lutheran Church in LeRoy, Minnesota. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday, January 5, 2015, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. and on Wednesday one hour prior to the funeral service. Memorials preferred to LeRoy Evangelical Lutheran Church or American Legion Post No. 161. Condolences may be left online at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Austin Daily Herald, 4 JAN 2016

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Robert Dale Kolpin, age 73 of West Concord, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed from his earthly home to his heavenly home on January 1, 2016 after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

Robert was born on May 23, 1942 in Austin, Minnesota, to Maynard and Mabel (Taylor) Kolpin. He worked at Cedar Valley Services for 25 years before moving to Dodge SLS in West Concord in August 2010.

Survivors include his brothers Carl (Ann) Kolpin of Barnum, Minnesota, and Don (Jane) Kolpin of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, his dear uncle Don Kolpin of Austin; nieces, nephews, several cousins and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Maynard and Mabel Kolpin. Family and friends will miss his kind and caring nature and beautiful smile. The family would like to express special thanks to Bob's Cenneidigh group home family for creating a warm and welcoming place he loved and called home.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 16, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dennis Tamke officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Saturday, immediately preceding the service. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery at a later date.

Memorials are preferred in Bob's memory to recipient of donor's choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements

Source: Worlein Funeral Home, 4 JAN 2016

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Betty L. Krause, 86, of rural Oakland, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, December 29, 2015, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Betty Lou Krause was born on October 7, 1929, in Austin, the daughter of Leonard and Florence (Arett) Torrens. She grew up in Oakland, graduating from Austin High School in 1947. She graduated from Winona State College in 1949. On July 22, 1951, Betty was married to Roger Krause at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. They lived on a farm north of Albert Lea for eight years and then on their farm near Oakland for the last 53 years. Betty was a devoted teacher. She taught for seven years at the lower elementary level in the Southern Minnesota area. After getting a degree in special education she taught for 23 years in the Albert Lea school system and retired in 1993.

Betty was a member of Trondhjem Lutheran Church and was involved with many church activities including being a past president of the WELCA there. Betty enjoyed quilting, gardening, reading, visiting with family and friends, and spending time with her granddaughters.

Survivors include her husband Roger; children: Orin (Brenda) Krause, David Krause, Jill (Paul) Rockers, and Arlyn (Joleen) Krause; grandchildren, Olivia and Alayna Krause; step-grandchildren, Angela and Nathaniel Bailey; siblings: Karen Dana and Loren (Jackie) Torrens; and nieces: Stephanie (Mark) Hotaling and Hilarie (Cliff) Roberts.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services for Betty will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 2, 2016, at the Hayward Lutheran Church. The Rev. Joshua Enderson will officiate. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Moscow Township. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home is assisting the family and online condolences are welcome at www.bayviewfuneral.com.

Austin Daily Herald, 31 DEC 2015

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Anthony (Tony) Klapperick of Big Lake, Minnesota, passed away December 18, 2015, of cancer.

Anthony Urban Klapperick was born January 8, 1945, to Urban and Alyce (Nelson) Klapperick in Austin, Minnesota. He graduated from Pacelli High School, Austin.

He worked for RR Donnelly for 27 years. He retired in 2013.

He is survived by his wife Judy of 33 years; his son Terry; and daughter Tammy (Mark) Whichard; step-daughter Julie (Brian) Haupert; and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by sisters: Arlene Heimer, Austin, Minnesota, and Mary Ann Heimer, Hokah, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; a brother; a son; a step-son; and a brother-in-law.

Memorial services are pending in Arizona and Minnesota.

Austin Daily Herald, 5 JAN 2016

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Richard Frank Benesh, Age 91 of Albert Lea, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota passed away on January 2, 2016, at St. John's Lutheran Home of Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Richard was born on July 25, 1924, to James and Zdenka (Kaliwoda) Benesh in Freeborn County. He grew up in the Myrtle area on the family farm.

On May 1, 1949, he married Marcy Galstad in Austin, Minnesota and together they had five children. The couple lived in Austin, Minnesota for 56 years and 10 years ago moved to Albert Lea, Minnesota. He worked for Hormel for 35 years, retiring in 1984.

Richard enjoyed his family, watching his children and grandchildren participating in their activities, golfing, hunting, watching any kind of sports on TV, reading the newspaper, going for coffee with the guys and talking to anyone who would listen.

Richard is survived by his wife of 66 years, Marcy (Galstad) Benesh of Albert Lea, daughters, Ann (Mike) Herman of Alden, Minnesota and Mary (George) Tschida of Lakeville, Minnesota and his daughter-in-law Jane (Oussey) Benesh of West Allis, Wisconsin; brother, Ernest Benesh of Owatonna; grandchildren Jennifer (Matt) VanHal of Lake Jackson, Texas; Joey Tschida and Analiese Tschida; great-grandson Kavan VanHal and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

He is preceded in death by his sons, Richard and Steve Benesh, daughter, Sandy Benesh and brothers, James and Joseph Benesh.

A Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin, Minnesota on Saturday, January 9 at 11am. Family will be greeting family and friends at a visitation that will be held at 10am, 1 hour prior to Mass at St. Augustine's Catholic Church 405 4th Street NW Austin, Minnesota. Burial will be at Bohemian National Cemetery in Myrtle.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home - 5 JAN 2016

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Nicole Ann "Colee" Hillemeier, 36, of Austin, died early Sunday morning, January 3, 2016 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.

Nicole was born in Olivia, Minnesota on January 2, 1980 to Douglas and Pamela (Hassinger) Hillemeier. Nicole and her family moved to Austin in 1985. Growing up, she was a free spirited and imaginative child. She loved to ham it up and pose for any camera. You could usually find her singing, twirling, and dancing with a big smile on her face lighting up the room. Nicole enjoyed spending time outdoors and loved all animals. At age five, she started practicing gymnastics and excelled greatly in this sport. Over time Nicole became one of the top competitors on her team and earned awards such as Big 9 All Conference and All State.

Nicole built strong friendships throughout her school years and graduated from Austin High School in 1998. She lived in Colorado for a while, but resided in Austin for most of her life. After school, Nicole worked as a florist applying her artistic talents at a local floral shop. She loved drawing and crafting by turning just about anything into something beautiful. Later on Nicole worked in a home with mentally disabled adults and also with children. She loved children and they loved her as well. Nicole especially loved her niece, Harper. They had a bond that can never be broken.

Nicole's happy disposition followed her into adulthood and anyone that knew her would remember her singing along to her favorite song while dancing and twirling happily. Nicole had an infectious smile and a beautiful heart. She brought happiness to many people and will be deeply missed. We are at peace knowing you are beyond the stars filling up the jukebox with nothing but the good stuff.

Survivors include her parents, Douglas Hillemeier, St. Cloud, Minnesota, Pamela Hillemeier, Austin, Minnesota; sister, Natasha (Ryan) Hillemeier, Austin, Minnesota; brother, Brandon Hillemeier, Colorado Springs, Colorado; niece, Harper Tracy, Austin, Minnesota; longtime companion, Joshua Miller -- son of Richard and Tanya Miller, all of Austin, Minnesota; aunt, Trudy Hassinger and uncle, Keith Lueck, Brownsdale, Minnesota; cousin, Amy Spinler, Austin, Minnesota; many other close relatives; special friends, Crystal Hinrichs and Cindy Wadding; also hundreds of others she touched throughout her years will affectionately remember her.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Martin and Patricia Hassinger, Florian and Phyllis Hillemeier; godfather and uncle, John Hillemeier; second cousin, Patricia Grace.

A Celebration of Life for Nicole will be held from 1 to 2 pm on Friday, January 8, 2016 at Mayer Funeral Home. A reception will follow at the Cornerstone Church. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Mayer Funeral Home - 5 JAN 2016

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Anna Bertha Charlotte Buske Holst, 102, of Lyle, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, at St. Mark's Lutheran Home, Austin, Minnesota.

Anna Bertha Charlotte Buske was born on September 15, 1913, in Pocahontas County, Iowa. She was the third of 16 children born to William Buske, Sr. and Ida (Julius) Buske. Anna was baptized, confirmed and married at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural Palmer, Iowa.

Anna married Elmer C. Holst on February 25, 1940. They farmed near Clare, Iowa, until moving to Lyle, Minnesota, during a blizzard on March 1, 1950. Anna resided there until she was almost 100 years old.

Being the oldest girl in the family, she has always been a "second" mom to her brothers and sisters. She learned to sew at an early age and became the family seamstress. In these last years, she maintained her love of sewing and needlework by making quilts for each of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren as well as many quilts for World Relief efforts.

Anna enjoyed farm life, raising poultry and a huge garden. She always maintained that nothing should go to waste. She cooked with the products she raised and was a great cook, receiving special recognition for her bread and apple pies. Anna had been an active member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Lyle, Minnesota, Woodbury Willing Workers, and the Lyle Senior Citizens group.

Anna is survived by her son, Galen (Jackie) Holst, Lyle, Minnesota; her daughter, Janice Helgeson, Glenville, Minnesota; grandchildren: Lyn (Mark) Meany, Rose Creek, Minnesota, Steven (Kelli) Holst, Albert Lea, Minnesota, Scott (Kim) Holst, Wabasha, Minnesota; step-grandchildren: Dale Attig, Lyle; Dawn (Jarvis) Burgett, Emmons, Minnesota; great-grandchildren: Lizabeth Meany, Seattle, Washington, Laura Meany, Ames, Iowa, Rachel Meany, Rose Creek, Minnesota, Rylee, Nicholas and Jenna Holst, Wabasha, Minnesota, Paige and Parker Boyum, Phoebe Holst, Albert Lea, Minnesota; step-great-grandchildren: Joshua Attig, Freeborn, Minnesota, Ethan, Isaac and Avaya Burgett, Emmons, Minnesota; and a great-great-granddaughter, Sadie Holst, Wabasha, Minnesota; siblings: Richard (Beverly) Buske, Luella (Lee Phillips) Ruby, Darlene (Roy)Thompson, FT Dodge, Iowa, and Ervin (JoAnn) Buske, Gowrie, Iowa; and a sister-in-law Luella Hett, Fort Dodge, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer in 1973; daughter-in-law Dorinda (Pahl) Holst; sons-in-law: Roy E Moench and Glen (Stub) Helgeson; her parents; six brothers: William Jr., Gerhard, Henry, Frederick, Earl and Arthur; and five sisters: Anna Louise, Edna, Irene, Ida, and Margie.

A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 8, 2016, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Lyle, with Chaplain Elizabeth Endicott officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will be at Woodbury Cemetery immediately following the service. Memorials may be directed to donor choice. Services performed by Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald, 7 JAN 2016

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Funeral Notice: Orel C. Evenson, 95

Orel C. Evenson, 95, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at The Cedars of Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with Todd Portinga, AiM officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. and on Wednesday for one hour before the service.

Interment: Interment will be at Bethlehem Cemetery in Lanesboro, Minnesota.

Austin Daily Herald, 7 JAN 2016

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Orel Curtis Evenson, 95, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at the Cedars of Austin. Orel was born on July 20, 1920, in Lanesboro, Minnesota, to Arnold and Julia (Benson) Evenson. He graduated from Lanesboro High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1945. On Nov. 23, 1947, Orel married Geri Behrens in Austin, Minnesota. He worked at Hormel as a mechanic from June 24, 1939, until his retirement on Feb. 28, 1982.

He was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church and worked the St. Olaf Diner at the Mower County Fair for more than 50 years.

Orel and Geri had many foster children over the years. They loved fishing and invited everyone up to their lake cabin at St. Olaf Lake near New Richland. He loved children, loved to fix things, and loved to figure out how things worked. All of his nieces, nephews, and foster children by the score, have great memories of spending time in the water and on the water at the cabin. Most of all, Orel loved to spend time with his wife, Geri. He was a devoted husband as well as a second father to generations of loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Geri; parents, Arnold and Julia Evenson; brothers: Richard and Robert; and sister, Veryl Finch.

Orel was survived by his brother, Donald Evenson, Adams, Minnesota, who passed away two days later on Jan. 8, 2016; foster son, Lon (Janet) Newman, Park Falls, Wisconsin; Lon's daughter, Rachel (Daniel) Shea and their three-month old son, Finnegan Foster Shea, Denver, Colorado; nieces, Debra Lingl, Auburn, Washington, niece, Sandra(Harlan) Greenlee; Greene, Iowa; nephews: Larry Behrens, Albert Lea, Minnesota, Ralph Timmerman, Tescott, Kansas, Eugene(Jane) Behrens, Calgary Canada, Richard (Sandi) Behrens, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Darwin (Elenor) Buus, Mitchell, South Dakota, and James (Dianna)Irish, Sioux Falls, South Dakota; grand-nephews: Brian Halsey, Austin, Minnesota, Jim Halsey, Austin, Minnesota; and grand-niece, Deneen Halsey Richter, Goodrich, North Dakota.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2016, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with Todd Portinga, AiM officiating. Interment will be at Lanesboro Cemetery, Lanesboro, Minnesota. Military rites will be by Austin Post No. 91, American Legion. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Tuesday from 4 to 6 p.m. and on Wednesday for one hour prior to the service.

Austin Daily Herald, 10 JAN 2016

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Jean Temanson, 90, of Dexter, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, January 6, 2016, at the Grand Meadow Healthcare Center in Grand Meadow, Minnesota.

Jean Resa Nicol was born November 5, 1925, in Dexter, Minnesota, to Leslie Nicol and Resa Lee. She attended grade school in Dexter and was a graduate from Elkton High School in Elkton, Minnesota. Jean worked at Hormel in Austin, Minnesota, in various departments throughout her working career. Jean was known for her delicious homemade meals with vegetables from her vegetable garden and baked goods, such as her bread and cookies. Dancing, fishing, snowmobiling, canning and freezing, crocheting, knitting, and sewing were some of Jean's enjoyments. She was a member of a bowling league and card clubs, playing 500 and Bridge.

Jean is survived by many friends and neighbors.

She was preceded in death by her mother and step-father, Resa and Al Rabine; and her father, Leslie Nicol.

Jean wanted to thank the Grand Meadow Health Care Center and Seasons Hospice for the wonderful care she received.

There will be no services for Jean Temanson at this time. Burial will take place at a later date. Memorials are preferred to the Dexter United Methodist Church, Dexter, Minnesota. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Austin Daily Herald, 8 JAN 2016

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Lois M. Pickett, 83, of Waukon, Iowa, died Thursday, January 7, 2016, at Northgate Manor Care Center in Waukon, Iowa.

Lois Marie Pickett was the youngest of nine children born to Emilie Minnie (Jacob) Dreyer and Henry Karl Dreyer on October 14, 1932, in Austin, Minnesota. After graduating high school, Lois worked as a medical technician at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester and later for a hospital and private practice in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

She was united in marriage to George Pickett on June 30, 1956. Lois was a devoted homemaker, a stay-at-home mother, a great cook, accomplished seamstress, an avid bridge player, and supporter of her children's many activities. She was also an active member at St. John's Lutheran Church in Waukon, Iowa, where she contributed to the music ministry and the women's ministry, especially to the quilt-making activities for missions. She and George enjoyed many years of traveling throughout North America.

Lois leaves to mourn, her husband, George David Pickett; children: Nancy Kay (Gina) Pickett, Todd David (Julie) Pickett, Myra Ann (Cindy) Pickett, and Thomas Alden (Nikki) Pickett; and five grandchildren: children of Todd and Julie are Abigail Ann and Samuel Alden, and children of Tom and Nikki are Kade Presley, Carson Paul, and Carly Marie.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and eight siblings.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, January 9, 2016, at 11 a.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Waukon with Pastor Lynn Groe officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 8, 2016, at St. Johns Fellowship Hall. Burial will be at a future date at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minnesota. Martin Funeral Home in Waukon is handling the arrangements. The family asks that no flowers be given; any memorials can be made to your favorite charity, Hope Lodge, or to Mayo Clinic Research. Honorary casketbearers are her grandchildren. Online condolences may be left at www.martinfunerals.com.

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Funeral notice: Clifford G. Bailey, 77

Clifford G. Bailey, 77, of Lansing, Minnesota, passed away January 7, 2016, surrounded by family.

Service: Remembrance memorial gathering will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, January 17, 2016, at St. Marks Living, 400 15th Ave. SW, Austin, Minnesota.

A full obituary will follow.

Austin Daily Herald, 8 JAN 2016

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Clifford Glen Bailey, 77

On January 7, 2016, at 11 a.m., Cliff went to sleep at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Austin surrounded by family and woke up in heaven.

Cliff was born on February 26, 1938, in Austin, Minnesota, grew up in the Ramsey/Todd Park area, and was a 1956 graduate of Austin High School. Many friends will remember Cliff from his days with the Eagles and Moose softball teams and the mighty Anderson Radiator broomball team. Cliff was an avid hunter and fisherman. He worked his way up to become manager/owner of Cliff's Western gas station before employment at Hormels. As a proud P-9 member, he strongly supported his rank and file colleagues. Above all, Cliff always worked hard to support his family. He retired in 2000 to enjoy traveling and eventually became expert at mowing golf course roughs.

Cliff would say his greatest joys were his 1958 marriage to Patricia Jean Luthe -- the love of his life since fourth grade -- and the four kids they raised together: Randy (Ann) Bailey of Apple Valley, Susan (David) Marek of Chaska, Sara (Patrick Kruse) Miller of Albert Lea, and William Bailey of Lansing.

He was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Mabel Bailey; brothers: Arnold and Everett; and sister Iris.

He is survived by siblings: Rita, Karen, and Willis; wonderful wife Patty; his four kids; grandkids: Sophie, Maxwell, Zoe, and Gracie; and great-grandchild Charlotte.

Cliff was a good man. His last generous act was to donate his body to the Mayo Medical Research program; his spirit is either out West searching for buried treasure, tracking a fox through a snowy field, or trying to confirm his "moon landings were faked!" theory.

An informal remembrance and memorial gathering will be hosted by his family on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. Marks Living, 400 15th Ave. SW in Austin.

Source: Austin Daily Herald - 12 JAN 2016

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October 23, 1963 - January 4, 2016 (age 52)

Obituary--

Funeral services for Thomas "Tom" Ferson will be held 11:00 A.M. Friday, January 8, 2016 at Trinity Lutheran Church 204 South Street, Ostrander, Minnesota 55961 with Pastor Herman Bakker officiating. Burial will take place in the Chester Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held 4:00-7:00 P.M. Thursday, January 7, 2016 at Trinity Lutheran Church and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Hindt Funeral Home of LeRoy, Minnesota is in charge of arrangements.

Thomas "Tom" Ferson, age 52, of LeRoy, Minnesota passed away Monday, January 4, 2016.

Thomas Robert Ferson was born October 23, 1963 in Rochester, Minnesota to Eugene and Mary (Koenig) Ferson. After high school, Tom enlisted into the United States Army and served from April 7, 1981 to March 29, 1984. When he was discharged from the Army, Tom did concrete work for Tory Keefe in Stewartville, Minnesota. On April 8, 1995, Tom was united in marriage to Tami Lange in Stewartville. In 1994, Tom moved his family to the family hog \farm near LeRoy, Minnesota. He later started Tom Ferson Excavating. Tom was in charge of blading several township's roads in the area, including Forestville Township for 14 years. He enjoyed tinkering, playing cards and dice, reading Time Magazine, and watching Westerns. Most of all, Tom had an entrepreneurial spirit and loved spending time with his wife and family.

Tom is survived by his wife Tami of LeRoy, Minnesota; children, Desiree (T.J.) Mueller of Roseville, Minnesota, Ashlee (Adam) Jensen of Delano, Minnesota, and Blake (Karen) Julian of Northfield, Minnesota; granddaughter, Brynn Rose; parents, Eugene and Mary Ferson of Stewartville, Minnesota; siblings, Brenda Jech of Rochester, Minnesota, Karen (Mark) Golberg of Stewartville, Minnesota, Angela (Doug) French of Webster, Wisconsin, Brian (Marcia) Ferson of Stewartville, Minnesota, Suzanne (Larry) Lawrence of Wasilla, Alaska, Mark (Johanna) Ferson of Equador, and Jerome Ferson of Rochester, Minnesota; mother-in-law, Diane Lange of Chatfield, Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father-in-law.

Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home website

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May 25, 1949 - January 2, 2016 (age 66)

Obituary--

A visitation for James "Jesse" Karver will be held 10:30 A.M. until 12:00 P.M. Saturday, January 9, 2016 at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy, Minnesota. Burial will take place at a later date.

James "Jesse" Karver, age 66, of LeRoy, Minnesota passed away Saturday, January 2, 2016 in Hot Springs, South Dakota.

James Karver was born May 25, 1949, in Preston, Minnesota to James and Margarette (Lane) Karver. He attended school through the 9th grade. After school he enlisted into the United States Army. On November 5, 1977, Jesse was united in marriage to Kathryn Hanson in Eyota, Minnesota. Jesse spent most of his life working as a truck driver. He enjoyed fishing, going to stock car races, and watching the History Channel. Most of all, Jesse loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren.

Jesse is survived by his wife, Kathy of LeRoy, Minnesota; children, Katy (Mark) McCoy of Charles City, Iowa, and Steve Karver of Watts, Oklahoma; grandchildren, Jaden Foster and Brook McCoy; and sisters, Linda (Donnie) Schaefer of Helena, Montana, and Roberta Saxon.

He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Margarette and sister, Barb.

Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home website

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Born: February 13, 1928

Died: January 08, 2016

U.S. Veteran

Donald Wallace Evenson, 87 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, January 8, 2016 at Mayo Clinic Health System - Austin.

Donald was born on February 13, 1928 in Lanesboro, Minnesota, to Arnold and Julia (Benson) Evenson. He lived in Lanesboro until he was 11 years old and then moved to Austin, Minnesota. He served in the United States Marine Corp from 1952 to 1954. Don worked at Hormel until his retirement.

Don was preceded in death by his parents Arnold and Julia Evenson; by his brothers and sister-in-law, Richard, Robert, and Orel and Geri Evenson; and his sister and brother-in-law, Veryl & John Finch.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, January 12, 2016, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Paul Lutter officiating. Interment will be at the Lanesboro Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Tuesday.

Memorials may be designated to the Salvation Army.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home - 10 JAN 2016

Also see: Austin Daily Herald - 11 JAN 2016

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Beverly Jean Anderson, 81, of Austin, Minnesota, passed peacefully at her daughter's home in East Bethel, Minnesota, on Saturday, January 9, 2016.

She was a lifetime member of the Austin Artist Series, always enjoying the performances provided. As a member of the Austin Cotillion Dance Group, she and her special longtime friend, Jim Fuller, loved to go to dances with music provided by everything from polka bands to big bands and full orchestras. Bev never missed an opportunity to spend time with her four daughters and their families, taking great pride in showing off her four grandsons and her one special granddaughter. When her grandkids began having children of their own, she was the ultimate Gigi to all of them. Bev spent her last year living in a loving, caring environment with her daughter and son-in-law, and was surrounded by those she loved. Her love, caring and compassion has touched many and will be missed greatly.

Bev was preceded in death by her parents, Chester and Harriett Reistad; beloved aunt, Mona Heusel; Patrick Simkins, lifetime partner of daughter Lisa; and former husband Richard E. Anderson.

She is survived by her daughters: Sharie (Steve) Lonning of East Bethel, Minnesota, Jill (Rick) Deyo of Hastings, Minnesota, Debbie (Mark) Johnson of Austin, and Lisa Anderson of Richfield, Minnesota; grandchildren: Josh (Carrie) Deyo, Matthew (Aric Babbit) Deyo, Brady (Meghan) Deyo, Christina (Jordan) Evenson, and Adam Johnson; great-grandchildren: Ellie and Emma Deyo, Gavin Deyo, and Huxley Evenson. She is also survived by longtime special friend Jim Fuller; and other beloved relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Austin with the Rev. Karen Behling officiating. Visitation will take place Friday, Jan. 15, 2016, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and will continue on Saturday morning from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service at church. Private interment will be in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Mona, Iowa. Memorials in Beverly's memory may be given to Our Saviors Lutheran Church or Alzheimer's Association. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald - 12 JAN 2016

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PIONEER DIES AFTER WRECK

Ole Naversathe (sic), 80, Fatally Injured in Mishap Near Myrtle

LYLE, MINNESOTA -- Ole Naversathe, 80, pioneer North Iowa resident, who lived just southeast of Lyle died Tuesday evening at 10:30 p.m., at Naeve hospital, Albert Lea, Minnesota, of injuries suffered Sunday in an auto crash at the Bohemian cemetery corner north of Myrtle.

Mr. Naversathe was a passenger in a car, driven by Oscar Thompson, son-in-law of Mrs. Naversathe which was involved in a collision with an auto driven by Howard Lastine, Rose Creek. Also injured in the crash were Tom Dohl of Lyle, another son-in-law and a passenger in the Thompson car.

The accident occurred during a heavy downpour of rain. Neither driver was injured.

Funeral services for Mr. Naversathe will be held Friday at 2 p. m., at the Six Mile Grove Lutheran church, the Rev. O. M. Langerhough (sic) officiating. Burial will be in the Six Mile Grove cemetery.

Mr. Naversathe is survived by one son, Orville, living at home with Mrs. Naversathe, and seven daughters, two daughters having preceded him in death several years ago. The body is at the Jordan mortuary, Austin.

Source: The Mason City Globe Gazette, 6 July 1939, page 12, column 1

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Note: The minister was Rev. Olaf Langehough

Note: The listing for Six Mile Grove Cemetery, on the Mower county MNGenWeb wesbite shows:
Naversath, Ole A. 1859 - 1939

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Funeral for Lyle Man to Be Held Friday at Six Mile Grove Church

LYLE, MINNESOTA, Jan 23.-- Hans Ashley, living five and a half miles east of town, died at his home Tuesday after a lingering illness with hardening of the arteries.

He is survived by the following children: Art Ashley, Lyle; Mrs. Denner Bartel of Austin; Mrs. John Hanson, Rose Creek, Minn.; Gust Ashley, Lyle; Lawrence Ashley, Northfield, Minn., and Casper and Hamline at home. His widow also survives and one brother, Theodore of Colorado, and a sister, Mrs. Golberg of Minneapolis. The funeral will be held Friday at the Six Mile Grove church, with burial in the local cemetery.

Source: The Mason City Globe Gazette, 23 Jan. 1930, page 9, column 8

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Priscilla Rubin, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016.

Born June 21, 1923, in Cresbard, South Dakota, she was the daughter of Nels and Ethel (Clarke) Hendrickson. She was a graduate of Elkton Public Schools. Priscilla married Harold Rubin at the Dexter United Methodist Church on September 29, 1946.

She is survived by her children: David (Donna) Rubin of Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, Marjorie (Richard) Accurso of Celina, Tennessee, Mary DeGrand of Rochester, Minnesota, William Rubin of North Hudson, Wisconsin, Robert "Bob" (Tina) Rubin of Mt. Zion, Illinois, and Alice (Dave) Dawson of Fayetteville, Arkansas; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

The family wishes to thank personal assistant Barb (Phil) Selmecki of Austin, Minnesota; close personal friends Kenneth and Betty Klaehn of Austin, Minnesota; staff members and friends of The Cedars of Austin, Minnesota; and the Mayo Clinic Health System -- Austin Hospice.

Priscilla was preceded in death by her parents, Nels and Ethel (Clarke) Hendrickson, Hot Springs, South Dakota; her husband, Harold Rubin, Austin, Minnesota; infant son John Rubin, Dexter, Minnesota; her brother and sister-in-law, Edgar and Deloris Hendrickson Janesville, Minnesota; and her son-in-law Steven DeGrand.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 14, 2016, at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Elkton, with Pastor Liz Erickson officiating. Interment will be at St. Johns Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be at Worlein Funeral Home on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. There will be no reviewal at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to St. Johns Lutheran Church, 65033 220th Street, Elkton, MN 55933 or a charity of their choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald - 12 JAN 2016

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Robert Russell "Bob" Miller was born on November 7, 1937, and died suddenly and unexpectedly from an abdominal aortic aneurysm at St. Mary's hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, on Sunday, January 10, 2016, surrounded by family.

Bob was born in Austin, Minnesota, to parents Gottlieb J. Miller and Anna Miller Roe. Bob graduated from LeRoy high school. On August 9, 1958, he married Orene Lois Stockdale at the United Lutheran Church in Chester, Iowa. Bob and Orene raised their family of four children in LeRoy. Bob retired from 30 years of employment at IBM in 1992 where he was known as "Cigar" Miller. He enjoyed fishing at Jakes NW Angle, hunting, bowling, and golf. Bob could be found daily making rounds in the golf cart through his woods and also in various town establishments in the late afternoon. He also enjoyed having people around and summertime would find his farmyard full of motorcycles, four-wheelers, campers and friends. Playing sudoku and solitaire in his garage at the table was also a time filler during retirement.

Bob is survived by his children: Stephanie (Mark) Jensen of Osage, Iowa, Thomas (Margaret) Miller of Kasson, Minnesota, Mona (Tim) Geise of Rochester, Minnesota, and Sidney Miller of LeRoy, Minnesota; nine grandchildren: Kyle Jensen, Katie (Matt) Hudek, Samantha Miller, Alex Miller, Jessica (Ben) Bauman, Hillary (Caleb) Schauder, Hannah Geise, Ian Miller, and Aaron Miller; seven great-grandchildren: Cadence, Adaline, Layne, Morgan, Lyla, Nora, and Luther; four sisters: Patsy Henthorne of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Betty Corcoran of Austin, Minnesota, Sally (Bill) Regan of Owatonna, Minnesota, Vicki (Frank) Cotroneo of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gottlieb; mother and step-father, Anna (Ole) Roe; wife, Orene; brother, Richard; and sisters: Sharon and Rose.

A service of remembrance for Robert "Bob" Miller will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, January 14, 2016, at the LeRoy Lutheran Church in LeRoy, Minnesota, with Pastor Herman Bakker officiating. Burial will take place in the LeRoy Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 13, 2016, at the LeRoy Lutheran Church and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church. Hindt Funeral Home of LeRoy, Minnesota, is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald - 12 JAN 2016

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VIVIA GALT ANDERSON

It is with much regret that we record the death of Mrs. Eugene Anderson which occurred at her home on Ash street Friday evening shortly after seven o'clock.

Mrs. Anderson had been in failing health for some time. Overwork and anxiety at the time of her sister Lulu's sickness and death a year ago last January, was the beginning of the breaking of her health which terminated in quick consumption. Last January she went to Montana but her health did not improve and she came back in about two months weaker than when she left.

She however was cheerful and courageous and her plans and determination were all for life. A wonderful will kept her up and she was confined to her house but two days and to her bed but for a short time. Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock she became unconscious and remained so until her death in the evening.

She was married to Mr. Eugene Anderson five years ago last November and they have lived in Austin ever since with the exception of a few months spent on a farm in Stearns county. Though she had no children of her own, after her sister's death she took her little boy who received in his new home all the love and care that could be bestowed.

The heartfelt sympathy of a large number of friends goes out to Mr. Anderson who mourns the death of a loved and loving wife, and to the father, mother and friends who will miss the light of this cheerful life, so early called home.

The funeral will be held Tuesday at 1 o'clock from the home and the body laid to rest in Woodbury cemetery beside that of her mother and sister.

Source: The Austin Daily Herald, 10 June 1905, page 3, column 5
under the heading "OBITUARY."

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Christopher Jones, 40, of Cambridge, Minnesota, passed away on January 8, 2016.

Chris grew up in Austin, Minnesota, and lived in many places throughout his lifetime. The last place he resided was in Cambridge, Minnesota. He loved his time at Changing Gaits and being with the horses. He loved spending time with his kids, but unfortunately towards the end his addictions took a hold of him.

Chris was married to Katelyn Jones on January 24, 2014. He really enjoyed his roofing and flooring jobs, but his favorite was working with the horses. Chris was in and out of treatments most of his life, struggling with drug addiction and alcoholism, but the happiest time of his life was when he was sober at Changing Gaits. Regardless of that, Chris had a heart of gold and always meant to do good and loved everyone. He was a mighty man of God and is now resting in his hands.

He was preceded in death by grandmother Florence Hatleli.

Chris is survived by his wife Katelyn Jones; sons: Ridyk Jones, Ryker Keezer; daughters: Elena Jones, Linnea Jones, Angeline Pfuhl; his mom Linnea Sanchez and Carlos Sanchez her husband; his father David Shaugobay; sister Theresa Sanchez; brothers: Dustin (Heather) Sommers, Adam (Jenna) Sanchez; five nephews and four nieces.

Memorial services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 16, 2016, at 1 p.m. at the Salvation Army in Austin, Minnesota, 704 10th St. N.E., Austin, and on Tuesday, January 19, 2016, at 4 p.m. at Changing Gaits in Brook Park, Minnesota. Arrangements by Dresser-Methven Funeral Home, Mora, Minnesota, www.methvenfuneralhome.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 13 JAN 2016

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Osage services conducted for Mrs. Torgeson

OSAGE, IOWA - Funeral services for Mrs. Albert Torgeson were held Saturday at the Champion Funeral Home here. The Rev. Obert Hoven officiated. Burial was in Woodbury Cemetery near Lyle, Minnesota. Mrs. Torgeson died at her home near Osage Thursday.

Surviving are her husband, three sons, Gary, Osage; Richard, Wichita, Kansas; George, with the U. S. Air Force in Biloxi, Mississippi; a daughter, Mrs. Vern (Terry) Clausen, Mason City.

Also surviving are three sisters, Mrs. Harold (Lottie) Spence, Anoka, Minn.; Mrs. Wilfred (Wilma) Carroll, Lyle, Minn.; Mrs. Alma Anderson, Carpenter; two brothers, Clarence DeMaris, Carpenter, and Harold DeMaris, Bolan.

Source: The Mason City Globe Gazette, 15 Oct. 1962, page 14,
column 2 under heading "North Iowa deaths"

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NOTE: The cemetery listing for Woodbury Cem., on Mower's website says Eva Evelyn DeMaris Torgeson was born 4 JUN 1911 and died 11 OCT 1962.

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Toby Feld Larson, 79, of Rochester, Minnesota, died Saturday, January 9, 2016, at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester with loved ones by her side.

Toby was born on April 28, 1936, in Ely, Nevada, to Frederick and Flora (Hill) Feld. She graduated from White Pine High School. Traveling to Minneapolis to continue her education, she was promptly swept off her feet by a returning war hero, marrying the love of her life, Lyle Larson, in Mason City, Iowa, on October 16, 1954. Toby worked her entire career in corrections at the Minnesota Correctional Facility in Lino Lakes. Her favorite pass time was following the Gopher Men's basketball team. Many of the players in the 80's became like sons to her. In her spare time, Toby liked to do crafts and crochet, making heirloom baby blankets. She especially loved her grandsons, all nine of them.

Toby was preceded in death by her husband Lyle Larson; and her parents Frederick and Flora Feld.

She is survived by her daughter: Kathryn (Peter) Green, Austin, Minnesota; sons: Fred (Claire) Larson, Oviedo, Florida, and Larry (Tammi) Larson, Colorado Springs, Colorado; grandsons: Fred (Irene) Green, Nathan (Devon) Green, Luke (Kristen) Green, Spencer Green, Jerome Green, Zach (Meg) Larson, Matt (Claudia) Lisenby, Kevin Larson, and Lyle Larson; and a special friend, Ken Engelhardt.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, January 18, 2016, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 404 31st St. NW, Austin, Minnesota, with the Bishop Rick Bremner officiating. There will be a visitation an hour before the service. Interment will be at the Ely, Nevada City Cemetery at a later date. The family prefers memorials to The Hormel Institute. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is assisting with arrangements

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 13 JAN 2016

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Last Rites at Austin for Orchard Resident

The body is at the Worlein Funeral Home at Austin, Minnesota, where rites will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. Burial will be next spring in the Woodbury Cemetery at Lyle, Minnesota.

Mr. Wyborny had spent all his life in the Lyle, Minnesota, and Mona, Iowa, communities.

Besides his son he leaves three sisters: Mrs. Burt Hobkirk, and Mrs. Emma Berg of Lyle, and Mrs. Anna Waugh of Bloomer, Wisconsin; and two brothers, Walter of Lyle and Arthur of Starbuck, Minnesota.

Source: The Mason City Globe Gazette, 1 Jan. 1953, page 11, column 1

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Notes: The cemetery listing on Mower MNGenWeb for Woodbury Cemetery shows:
Wyborny, Charles W. --- 1873 - 1952

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Funeral Rites for Mrs. Floyd Heard to Be Held Sunday

Funeral services for Mrs. Floyd Heard, Lyle, Minnesota, who died Wednesday night at Austin, Minnesota, following a major operations, will be held Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the home at Lyle.

Mrs. Heard was born in Texas, but had resided at Carpenter and Lyle, Minnesota, for a number of years. Surviving are her husband and seven children, Clifford and Merle of Carpenter, and Mildred, Irene, Charles, Helen and Ruth Ann at home.

Burial will be at Woodbury cemetery near Lyle.

Source: The Mason City Globe Gazette, 17 Aug. 1940, page 7, column 4]

Credit: Mitch Helle, 1/2016

Note: The cemetery listing on Mower MNGenWeb for Woodbury Cemetery shows:
Heard, Mary Pearl --- 1894 - 15 AUG 1940

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Lois A. Nagel passed away at Dassel Lakeside Nursing Home on January 9, 2016.

Lois Arlene Nagel was born at Alexandria, Minnesota, on May 18, 1936, to the Rev. John D. and Freeda L. (Searles) Taylor. As a PK (pastor's kid) she lived several places growing up: Parkers Prairie, Brownsdale, Joliet, Illinois, Robbinsdale and finally Rose Creek. She graduated from high school in Joliet and attended Moody Bible Institute. She worked at Osterhus Publishing for a time.

On December 6, 1958, Lois married Richard L. Nagel. They were married at the Robbinsdale Baptist Church by the Rev. John D. Taylor (her father). To this union two children were born, Al and Dan.

Lois was a farm wife; they made their home at Rose Creek in Southern Minnesota. She enjoyed her flower garden, camping, music and most of all people and socializing. She was a book collector and very active in her church.

Lois is survived by her husband Richard of Dassel; sons: Al (Karen) of Dassel and Dan (Janelle) of Brooklyn Park; sister, Nila (Jim) Anderson of Monticello; brothers: John (Roberta) Taylor of Rosemont, Jerry (Claire) Taylor of Ely, Lee Taylor of Bellingham, Washington; grandchildren: Brandon (Leah) Nagel of Litchfield, Matthew (Carly) Nagel of Burnsville, Jonathon Nagel of St. Paul, Kelsey (Phil) Morris of Cokato, Andrew Nagel of Bloomington, Ashley Nagel of Bloomington, Sam Jakubowski of Shenandoah, Iowa, John Michael Jakubowski, of North Branch, Evan Jakubowski of Brooklyn Park, Joseph Jakubowski of Brooklyn Park; great-grandchildren: Brynn, Trig, Liam, Gracie, and Sawyer.

Lois is preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. John and Freeda Taylor.

Funeral Services for Lois will be on Saturday, January 16, 2016, at Faith Lutheran Church of London, Minnesota. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Rose Creek Enterprise Cemetery of Austin on Saturday. There will be a visitation on Friday at Swanson Peterson Funeral Home of Cokato.

Arrangements are by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Cokato, Minnesota 320-286-2534.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 13 JAN 2016

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Thursday morning Nels Green an old resident of this place was shot by the station agent at Elkton. The family and a physician were immediately called and they started to take him to Rochester, before they reached his home he died. Mr. Green leaves a wife, four sons and one daughter.

Mr. Green has lived in Grand Meadow and vicinity for many years. He was an honest upright man, kind in his family, especially interested in the welfare of his children. Three of his sons were just entering manhood and they were constant companions of their father. The community were shocked and saddened by this fearful tragedy. The funeral services were held Saturday at ten o'clock at the M. E. church conducted by the Masonic lodge of which he was a member.

The flag which he served as a faithful soldier was draped on the casket. Among many beautiful floral offerings was a wreath from the G. A. R. and the Masonic Emblems in flowers which were particularly beautiful. Rev. Routzahn preached the funeral sermon. The church was crowded while many stood in the yard. The remains were laid at rest in the village cemetery.

From the same paper, same issue, in the Dexter section:
Quite a number from Dexter attended the funeral of N. S. Green at Grand Meadow Saturday.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 10 Sep 1902, in the Grand Meadow section.

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