March 6, 1914 -- February 12, 2016 (age 101)

Agnes L. Olson, age 101, of Grand Meadow died Friday February 12, 2016 at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center in Grand Meadow where she had resided for one week.

Agnes was born March 06, 1914 in Grand Meadow, Mower county, Minnesota, to Albert and Christine (Nelson) Peterson. After the death of her mother Agnes was raised by an Aunt and Uncle in North Dakota until returning to Grand Meadow when she was a freshmen in high school. While in school she was a member of the Grand Meadow Girls Basketball team that went undefeated for several seasons. She graduated in 1932.

In the fall of 1934 she was united in marriage to Halbert "Edward" Olson in Grand Meadow where they made their home. Edward died in April of 1945 while serving in the Army during World War II. In 1943 they purchased the home where Agnes lived until 2012 when she moved to the Grand Meadow Assisted living apartments. After the death of her husband Agnes devoted her life to raising her 5 boys; Francis, Keith, Truman, Pete and David and they in turn gave her her beautiful gray hair. She worked for a time at the Grand Meadow High School in the cafeteria and also volunteered as the librarian for the Grand Meadow Public Library. She enjoyed reading, sewing and especially gardening, raising a large garden until moving in 2012.

She is survived by sons; Francis (Audrey) Olson of Stewartville, Minnesota, Truman (Donna) Olson and Pete and (Arlene) Olson both of Grand Meadow and David (Carol) Olson of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota, and a daughter-in-law Gloria Olson of Grand Meadow, 16 grandchildren, many great-grandchildren and several great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Edward; son Keith; a daughter in infancy; one grandson; and siblings: Ole, Mildred, Gladys and Ardis.

Funeral services for Agnes will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday February 17, 2016, at Grand Meadow Lutheran Church in Grand Meadow with the Rev Beth Krolak officiating. Burial will take place at the Bear Creek Cemetery in Rural Grand Meadow. Friends may call at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow from 5-7 P.M. on Tuesday February 16 and for 1 hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

Source: Hindt-Hudek Worlein Funeral Home website
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 2/15/2016

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DEATH NOTICE:

Born: August 23, 1934
Died: February 10, 2016

U.S. Veteran

Duane "Dewey" Huemann, 81 of Stacyville, Iowa, died Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at the Mitchell County Regional Health Care Center in Osage, Iowa.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Tuesday February 16th, 2016, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery. Military honors will be by Adams American Legion Post #146. Visitation will be for one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church or to the Donor's Choice.

SERVICES--
Tuesday, February 16, 2016

St. John The Baptist Catholic Church
10343 640th Avenue
Johnsburg, Minnesota

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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Duane Reynold Huemann

Born: August 23, 1934
Died: February 10, 2016

U.S. Veteran

Duane "Dewey" Huemann, 81 of Stacyville, Iowa, died Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at the Mitchell County Regional Health Care Center in Osage, Iowa.

Duane was born on August 23, 1934 in Osage, Iowa, to Reynold and Barbara (Klapperich) Huemann. He graduated from Adams High School in 1952 and proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1957 to 1959. He often boasted of being stationed in Germany with Elvis Presley for a year.

Duane was a farmer for all his life and resided on the family farm. Most recently he resided at the nursing home in Stacyville, Iowa. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Johnsburg, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents Reynold and Barbara Huemann, and sister Mary Ann Enright.

Duane is survived by his sister, Sandra (Roland "Ron") Sanderson, Wabasha, Minnesota; brother-in-law: Lawrence Enright, North Branch, Minnesota; nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday February 16th, 2016, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery. Military honors will be by Adams American Legion Post #146. Visitation will be for one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, the Stacyville Nursing Home or to the Donor's Choice.

Funeral Mass:
Tuesday, Feb 16, 2016
St. John The Baptist Catholic Church
10343 640th Avenue
Johnsburg, Minnesota

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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January 31, 1941 - February 12, 2016

DEATH NOTICE:

Nancy Ann Moucha, age 75, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, February 12, 2016 at Golden Living East in Rochester.

Funeral Services will be held 1 pm on Thursday, February 18, 2016 at St. Michael's Lutheran Church in Waltham with Pastor Dwight DoBell officiating. Friends may call from 5-8 pm on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in the Bohemian National Cemetery in Myrtle.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home

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Obituary for Nancy Ann Moucha

Nancy Ann Moucha, 75 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday February 12, 2016 at Golden Living Center East in Rochester, Minnesota.

She was born January 31, 1941, in Austin to Arthur and Goldie Lien. Darrell and Lavilda Ashton of Austin adopted Nancy when she was six months old. She grew up in Austin, where she graduated from high school and attended college.

On November 23, 1957, Nancy married Robert Nordstrom of Austin, Minnesota. They lived in Austin where Nancy took care of her three daughters and worked as a graphic artist, cake decorator and mental health worker.

On September 7, 1991 Nancy married Larry Moucha of Austin, Minnesota. They lived in Austin and enjoyed many fine retirement years together.

Nancy was a member of St. Michael's Lutheran Church in Waltham, Minnesota, where she participated in the church choir for many years. She also bred Saint Bernard dogs and was an animal lover. Her hobbies included cooking, baking, gardening, crafting, traveling and singing.

Surviving daughters include Julie Brown of Apache Junction, AZ, Shelly (Mike) Frederickson of Excelsior, MN, Regina (Mike) Mroz of Beach Park, IL, and Cindy (Tom) Mathison of Racine, MN. Surviving sons include Jeff Moucha of Austin, MN, Steve (Donna) Moucha of Albert Lea, MN, and Todd (Esther) Moucha of Shakopee, MN. She is also survived by six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Surviving siblings are: Bob Lien of Benson, TX and Joyce Petty of St. Joseph, MO.

She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Tammy Piveral, and four sisters.

Visitation: 5 to 8 pm on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Service: 1pm , Thursday February 18, 2016 at St. Michaels Lutheran Church in Waltham, Minn., with pastor Dwight DoBell officiating. Casket bearers will be Michael Frederickson, Mike Mroz, Jeff Moucha, Steve Moucha, Todd Moucha and Tom Mathison.

Interment: Bohemian Cemetery, Myrtle, Minnesota, in the Spring.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website

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DEATH NOTICE:

Stephen W. Sanford, 64, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, February 9, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester, Saint Marys Campus. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/11/2016

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Stephen Wayne Sanford

Stephen Wayne Sanford, age 64, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester, Saint Marys Campus. He was born April 9, 1951 in Phoenix, Arizona to Wayne A. and Evelyn R. (Johnson) Sanford. After graduating from Winona High School in 1969, Stephen attended Winona State University where he earned his degree in Elementary Education in 1974. He taught 3rd grade for 39 years in Austin, at Shaw Elementary School and later at Southgate Elementary School, before his retirement.

On July 31, 1976, he was united in marriage to Shirley Lewis in Mound, Minnesota. The couple raised three children. Stephen's special interests included sharing his love and knowledge of history, military airplanes, reading, helping deliver Meals on Wheels, and he was a member of the Retired Teachers Association. Stephen treasured the time he could spend with his friends and family.

Survivors include his wife Shirley Sanford of Austin, Minnesota; his children Tim Sanford of Lauderdale, Minnesota, Becky (Matt) Bungum of Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Jeff Sanford of Austin, Minnesota; four grandchildren: Ava, Olivia, Gretchen and Colin Bungum; two sisters, Sharon (Don) Dahlin of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, and Valerie (Steve) Laak of Brainerd, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents Wayne and Evelyn Sanford.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 15, 2016 at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christianson officiating. There will be a visitation from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 14 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home, 2/11/2016
See also: Austin Daily Herald, 2/12/2016

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Obituary for John Albert

John William Albert, age 68, of Lime Springs passed away at Evans Rest Home, Cresco, IA on Tuesday, February 9, 2016.

John was born on October 7, 1947 in Lime Springs, Iowa to Lorraine W. and Tressa (Tibbals) Albert. He attended school in Chester, Lime Springs and Cresco, graduating in 1967. John was raised on his parent's farm in rural Lime Springs. He joined the Army National Guard at age 18, obtaining his training in El Paso, Texas. He received training in communications. He was a member of the Guard for 10 additional years. He was employed with Bell Telephone in Dubuque, Iowa and later transferred to GTE Telephone Company in Cresco from where he retired.

He was united in marriage to Judy Miller in LeRoy, Minnesota in 1968, two children were born to this marriage; Matthew and Andrea, they later divorced. Later he married Diane Venable in Cresco, one child was born to this marriage, Theresa, they also divorced.

He was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and going fishing with his son. He played in several pool tournaments and was a great gardener and canned much of his produce. John enjoyed reading and watching TV, especially Judge Judy and westerns.

John is survived by three children: Matthew (Kari) of Cresco, Iowa, Andrea Albert of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Theresa Albert of Peoria, Illinois; six grandchildren: Lexi, Laci, Logan, Allie, Noah and Jay Dean; his mother, Tressa Albert of Hawkeye Care Center, Cresco; two sisters: Linda (Jim) Belken of Alden, Iowa, and Patty (Larry) Houdek of Cresco, Iowa, and several nieces and nephews.

he was preceded in death by his father, Loraine and his brother, Joseph.

Source: Lindstrom Funeral Home website

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FUNERAL NOTICE:

Joann B. Smith, 83, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at Madonna Towers in Rochester.

Service: A memorial mass will be celebrated 1 p.m. on Sunday, February 21, 2016, at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Don Schmitz officiating.

Visitation: Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Sunday.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/18/2016

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Joann Beverly (Perkins) Smith, 83

Joann Beverly (Perkins) Smith, 83, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016, at Madonna Towers in Rochester.

Joann was born July 13, 1932, in Mapleview, Minnesota, to Carrol and Florence (Hamsness) Perkins. She graduated from high school. On Nov. 30, 1950, she was united in marriage to Richard Arthur Smith at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. Joann resided in the Austin area for most of her life.

Joann was a loving wife and mother and a St. Edwards Parish volunteer. She worked in the Hormel office before having her children, was involved in Scouts, St. Edward's choir, and card club, was treasurer of the Philomathian, worked on the St. Edwards Hospitality crew, loved flower gardening, was the Queen of Hearts at Madonna Towers, loved her family and dear friends, and was very proud of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include eight children: Thomas Smith (Mary), Silver Bay, Minnesota, Patricia Smith Lastine (Wesley), Mason City, Iowa, Rebecca Smith Krulish (Greg), Lyle, Minnesota, Kelly Smith (Silvia), St. Peter, Minnesota, Margaret Smith Machacek (Steven), Dexter, Minnesota, Peter Smith (Janna), Rochester, Minnesota, Jeffrey Smith (Jerene), Mendota, Minnesota, Jerome Smith (Sarah), Burnsville, Minnesota; 20 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews; great-nieces and -nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Richard Smith; parents, Carrol and Florence Perkins; two sisters: Ladonna Perkins Miller and Shirley Perkins Trepanier.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016, at St. Edwards Catholic Church with Father Don Schmitz and Deacon John Kluczny officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Sunday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/19/2016

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Eldora Lorraine Grant, 96, passed away on Feb. 13, 2016, at Field Crest Care Center in Hayfield, Minnesota.

Eldora Lorraine was born on August 21, 1919, the daughter of Frank and Mabel (Johnson) Gerard in Dodge County, Minnesota. She was raised and attended school in the Sargeant area. She worked as a home health aide for many years, prior to meeting her husband, Ralph Grant from Brownsdale. They were married for nearly 72 years before Ralph's passing in 2009. Eldora was united in marriage to Ralph on Aug. 28, 1937, in Mason City, Iowa. Eldora also worked as a housekeeping maid at the Holiday Inn in Austin for a number of years. She was a long-time member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Brownsdale and a member of Ladies Aide and Circles. The couple enjoyed fishing, camping, crafting, bowling and traveling. She and Ralph wintered in Texas for many years, where they enjoyed excursions to Mexico.

Eldora is survived by her children: Janice (Darrel) Harvey, Brownsdale, Minnesota, Dennis Grant, Chaska, Minnesota, James (Nancy "Levy") Grant, Renville, Minnesota, Wesley Grant, Holmen, Wisconsin; 15 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; nine great-great-grandchildren and three more on the way; sister, Eunice (Gerard) Doocy, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph; brothers: Eugene (Gene) Gerard, Loren (Bob) Gerard; sister, Lola (Gerard) Starin; sisters-in-law: Shirley Gerard, Nadine Gerard; brothers-in-law: Barry Starin, Joe Doocy; two daughters-in-law: Debra (Luthe) Grant, Sandra (Meyer) Grant; son-in-law Darrel Harvey; step son-in-law, Leonard (Lenny) Dickmeyer; one great-grandchild, Jessica Compton; and great-great-grandchildren: Greyson and Sofia Harvey.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016, at the Czaplewski Family Funeral Home in Brownsdale, and one hour before the service at the church on Friday.

Special thanks to neighbors Barney and Sherry Dorenkemper for all their loving care through the years. Memorials are suggested to Our Savior Lutheran Church Brownsdale Funeral Fund. Thank you for being a wonderful daughter, sister, wife, mother, mother-in-law, awesome grandmother and all around wonderful Christian person. You were small in stature, but a giant in compassion and love for others. You will be greatly missed. Blessed be her memory.

The funeral service for Eldora Lorraine Grant will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 404 West Main Street in Brownsdale, Minnesota. www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/15/2016

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Don L. Pohlman, 80

Don L. Pohlman, 80, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2016, at St. Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Don was born December 29, 1935, on a farm near Johnson, Nebraska, to Roy and Esther Pohlman. He graduated from Johnson High School in 1953, and from the University of Nebraska in 1957. He spent three years in the U.S. Army - Intelligence Division, and was honorably discharged in 1960 after which he began working for Hormel Foods Corporation in sales. He continued to work for Hormel for the remainder of his working life, eventually retiring in 1996 as a Corporate Vice President. In May of 1965, he married the love of his life, Marilynn Pohlman (Towers).

In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing, gun collecting, reading, watching Nebraska Cornhusker football, and spending time with his family and pets.

He is survived by his wonderful wife of 50 years; son David Pohlman (Susan); granddaughter Julia; his brother Bill Pohlman (Barbara); his two nephews and their families; along with brother-in-laws: Robert, Jerry, Jim; and sister in-law Linda, and many cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Visitation will be held at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories on Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at 9:30 a.m., with services following at 11 a.m. in the Chapel. There will be a luncheon at the Cedar Memorial Family Center following services.

Memorial donations may be made in Don's name to either the Leukemia and lymphoma Society, or the Cedar Valley Humane Society.

Online condolences may be left at www.Cedarmemorial.com under obituaries.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/19/2016

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Pending Notice: Gerald "Jerry" Wilkinson, 59

Gerald "Jerry" Wilkinson, 59, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, February 13, 2016. Arrangements are pending with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/15/2016

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Gerald Thomas Wilkinson

Gerald Thomas "Jerry" Wilkinson, 59, died on Feb. 13, 2016.

Jerry was born April 9, 1956, in Mason City, Iowa, to Robert and Elaine. He attended Pacelli High School, graduating in 1974. He then attended Riverland Technical College and received a certification in carpentry in 1976.

In the same year he married Mary Wilde and together they had two children. After graduation, he worked in construction for his uncle's company, Rinehart Construction, in the Twin Cities. He then worked in Austin for D&W Construction and Bor-Son Construction with whom he served as lead man carpenter on the new Hormel plant. He began his long career with the City of Austin Street Department in 1983 and was promoted to engineering technician in 2005. Throughout his working career he took many side jobs shingling roofs. However, many of these jobs were given out freely to his many friends. Jerry married Jeanne Howatt on Decmber 31, 2013.

Jerry made a difference with his passion, support and work with Relay for Life's fight against cancer, a disease that directly affected his family. While serving as team captain, Team Believe won many awards, and in 2013 he was honored with the Barb Langan Volunteer Award. Jerry was captain of the first Relay for Life team in Mower County to raise over $10,000.

He was a devout Catholic his whole life and gave of his time and talents to St. Augustine Church. He developed an even more intimate relationship with God in his latter years. He would like for you to follow in his steps.

Jerry was an avid Lakers, Vikings and Twins fan. Playing hoops with the guys were some of his happiest memories. He loved fishing, biking, motorcycling and trying to beat his "Mommy" at cribbage.

He had a spirit of excellence evidenced by his neatness, organization, and pride in his work. He always said that if you're going to do a job, it should be done the right way.

Our gentle giant had the biggest feet, the biggest hands, but most importantly, the biggest heart. A hug from him was the strongest hug you may ever have had. He gave of himself through many acts of service to others. He was a positive and thankful man. A trip to Hy-Vee was never short as he was literally "the smile in every aisle."

He was known as "Goofball" to his loved ones as he loved goofing around with practical jokes, physical humor, funny voices and witty one-liners. His grandchildren will remember him as monkey man as he always had them laughing. To them he was the most important person in the room.

A family man first, he honored his mother, cherished his children and grandchildren, and was a devoted husband.

Jerry, you loved all the superheroes but never realized that you were our superhero.

He was preceded in death by his father Robert; wife Mary; and granddaughter Ava.

He is survived by wife Jeanne; mother Elaine Reynolds; son Michael (Kelly); daughter Stephanie Holland (Dan); grandchildren: Julius "JJ," Hattie, and Luke; stepchildren: Lindsay (Luke), Bethany, Gabriel; and step-grandson Bode; along with many additional other special relatives.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at Cornerstone Church, 1403 1st Avenue SW, with Pastor David Simerson officiating. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Father Dale Tupper will officiate at a 7 p.m. prayer service on Friday evening at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday and at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Casket bearers will be Matt Holten, Josh Kunze, Jeff Wilkinson, Dan Holland, Jon Erichson and Doug Reynolds.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/18/2016

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DEATH NOTICE:

Byron "Arvid" Neus, age 77 of Austin, Minnesota died Sunday, February 14, 2016 at Hospice of the Valley, Gilbert, Arizona.

Services are being planned for Saturday, March 5, 2016.

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

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

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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Obituary--

Byron "Arvid" Neus, age 77, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 14, 2016 after experiencing complications following surgery.

Arvid was born on a farm near Adams Minnesota on July 5th, 1938. He graduated from Adams High School. Arvid and Nancy (Jensen) Neus were married on November 24th, 1962. Arvid had many occupations over the years, including farming and construction.

He retired after 12 years as grounds foreman at the Rochester Golf and Country Club. Arvid loved bow hunting, water fowling in North Dakota and Canada with his son Marty, spending time with his many dogs, bowling, golfing, camping and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He also loved the hunt of going to auctions to find "good deals" on Red Wing crocks and more. Arvid and Nancy were blessed with seven grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The couple enjoyed vacationing in Alaska, driving most of the western states to see friends and experience the country.

They followed in Nancy's parents' (Dean and Agnes Jensen) retirement plans, wintering in Mesa Arizona for the last 15 years. Arvid was very proud of his 40-plus years of sobriety and was very grateful that this allowed him to flourish and experience many of life's joys.

Arvid is survived by his wife Nancy of Austin, Minnesota; his children Mike (Carmen) Neus of Mankato, Minnesota, Michelle Wilkie (Carl Palma) of Green Bay, Wisconsin, Marty (Beth) Neus of Saint Paul, Minnesota, his sister Ardith Klouse of Mason City, Iowa, and many nephews and nieces that he would torment with his kidding.

He was preceded in death by his father Bernie, his mother Edith, his brother Arden, and his son-in-law David Wilkie.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Peter Soli officiating. Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the church immediately preceding the service. Interment will be in Little Cedar Lutheran Cemetery, Adams, Minnesota. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin.

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

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

See also: Austin Daily Herald, 2/29/2016

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Kenneth Wayne Lambert, 76, of Austin, Minnesota, died February 14, 2016, at his home.

Kenneth Wayne Lambert was born August 12, 1939, in a farm house south of Charles City, Iowa, in Floyd County, the son of Hiram and Bernice (Church) Lambert. He spent his early childhood in the Charles City, Nashua, and Chickasaw areas of Iowa, attending various schools as he was able. At the age of 14, he transferred to the Woodward School in Independence, Iowa, before returning to his mother's home in Austin at the age of 21.

After her death in January 1975, Kenneth lived with his brother Melvin and his family for a short time before preparing to live more independently in an assisted living home. This gave him the opportunity in 1976 to move to Austin, Minnesota, where he lived with Dick and Vicky Johnson, as well as other clients and staff in Austin. Kenneth worked at the Cedar Valley Rehabilitation Center. He loved his work at Cedar Valley, and his friends and staff there were very special to him. Kenneth retired from the CVRC in 2006 and then moved to the Breckenridge homes under the care of Sharon DeClue and her staff.

In April 2013, he moved to Adams Heath Care Center in Adams, Minnesota, until Aug. 13, 2014, when he moved back to the Cottonwood Home in Austin, under the care of the REM associates and staff. Kenneth was an outgoing person who loved to walk, talk and be around people. He enjoyed life and loved taking vacations, especially to Iowa to spend time with family there. He liked bowling, working puzzles, watching movies and television with friends, spending time with his cat Rascal, and listening to music, especially polka tapes.

Kenneth will be sadly missed by his brother Melvin (Beverly) Lambert of Rockford, Iowa; 19 nieces and nephews; countless grandnieces and nephews; and many other relatives and friends.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents Hiram and Bernice Lambert; his sisters: Josephine (Don) Hunt, Beatrice (Ray) Towarnicki, Florence (Oliver) Ort, Thelma Lambert, Rachel (Duane) Amsden; his brothers: Alvin (Darlene) Lambert, John (Irene) Lambert, an infant sibling at birth; his nephew John Lambert Jr. and his niece Linda (Lambert) Virchow.

Kenneth's family acknowledges your kind expression of sympathy at this time of loss.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with the Rev. Dale Christiansen officiating. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Charles City, Iowa. Memorials can be directed to The Cottonwood Home at 2311 9th Avenue SW in Austin, Mayo Clinic Health System Hospice Program, or recipient of donor's 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 website, 2/17/2016
See also: Austin Daily Herald website, 3/1/2016

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Vivian (Clark) Unverzagt, 85, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, February 15, 2016, at her home at The Cedars of Austin.

Vivian Evelyn Gilbertson was born April 21, 1930, in Owatonna, Minnesota, the daughter of Walter and Elfredia (Malakowsky) Gilbertson. A 1948 graduate of Austin High School, Vivian worked at Ankeny's Mini Marts. On Aug. 7, 1948, she was united in marriage to John F. Clark at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. The couple lived in Stacy, Minnesota. John passed away in 1995. She moved to Lyle, Minnesota, and later to Pickett Place in Austin, where she met Robert Unverzagt. Vivian married Robert in Hidalgo, Texas, on Dec. 19, 1998. The couple enjoyed spending their winters in Texas. An avid golf fan, she enjoyed watching the sport on TV but never played. Vivian was a nature lover, and also enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading and playing cards.

Survivors include her husband Robert Unverzagt of Austin; her daughter Dianne (Charles) Hejlik of West Jordan, Utah; her sons: Steve (Diane) Clark of Littletown, Pennsylvania, and Bruce (Carolyn) Clark of Hugo, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; her sister Lucille "DeeDee" (Gerhard) Wollenberg of Austin, Minnesota; Robert's family: sons: Robert "Cork" (Ginger) Unverzagt of Dexter, Minnesota, Bruce Unverzagt (Joann Brewster) of Boulder, Colorado, Bill (Karen) Unverzagt of Byron, Minnesota; daughters: Karen (Earl) Schellhorn of Monee, Illinois, Lynette (Bruce) Klaehn of Eyota, Minnesota; Robert's 11 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Walter and Elfredia Gilbertson; her first husband John F. Clark; her son John Paul Clark; and her brother Walter Gilbertson.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at the First United Methodist Church in Austin with the Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will follow at Grandview Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/17/2016

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Arthur Albert Peter Martin, 74, of Fairmont, Minnesota, passed away Sunday morning, Feb. 14, 2016, at the Mayo Clinic Health System in Fairmont.

Arthur Albert Peter Martin was born on April 3, 1941, in Rose Creek, Minnesota, the son of Charles H. Martin Sr. and Mabel (Waller) Martin.

Survivors include his son, Timothy Martin of Fairmont, Minnesota; and sisters: Ann Aaker, Helen Rahnenfuehrer, and Marilyn Nelson, all of Rochester, Minnesota.

Along with his parents, Charles and Mabel Martin; Arthur was preceded in death by his wife, Marcia Martin; and brother, Charles Martin Jr.

A private family interment for Arthur will be held at a later date. Memorials are preferred. The Lakeview Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements, www.lakeviewfuneralhome.net.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/17/2016

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Pending notice: John "Rex" Grimley, 91

John "Rex" Grimley, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016, at the Cedars of Austin Memory Care. Services are pending and arrangements will be announced later by Mayer Funeral Home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/17/2016

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John Rex Grimley, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at Cedars of Austin.

Rex was born in Fountain, Minnesota, on June 11, 1924, to Edwin and Sarah (Connelly) Grimley. He was one of eight children in his family. They moved to Austin in 1932. Rex attended Columbus Grade School and St. Augustine High School. He worked for George A. Hormel Foods and then enlisted in the U.S. Army. Rex served his country in World War II in the European Theater. He married Lucille Rose Daly on October 30, 1946, at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. They moved back to Austin and raised their five children. Rex continued to work for Hormel Foods for 42 years and retired in 1983. Lucille died on December 19, 2007.

Rex was a life-long member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and Austin American Legion Post No. 91. He was a very patriotic man who supported the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.

Rex loved and cherished his wife and family.

He is survived by his children: Kathleen (John) Pumroy of Austin, Cindy (Bill) Gunther of New Hope, Minnesota, Debra (Mike) LaMothe of Crystal, Minnesota, Jon (Diane) Grimley of River Falls, Wisconsin; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; siblings: Jerry Grimley of Austin, and Joan (John) O'Rourke of Austin; along with many nieces and nephews.

Rex is preceded in death by his parents; wife Lucille; son David Grimley; siblings: Bob Grimley, Max Grimley, Don Grimley, Duane Grimley and Beverly Dushek.

A funeral mass will be at 1 p.m. on Friday, February 19, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Fr. Dale Tupper officiating. Visitation will start at 12 p.m. at the church until the funeral mass. Burial will follow the service at Calvary Cemetery. Memorials in Rex's name may be made to St. Augustine Catholic Church. Online Condolences-www.mayerfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/18/2016

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Funeral Notice: Wayne E. Johnson, 72

Wayne E. Johnson, 72, of Elkton, Minnesota, died Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Hospitals, St. Marys Campus.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at the Marshall Lutheran Church, rural Adams, Minnesota.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Adams Funeral Home and at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Interment: Interment will be in the Marshall Lutheran Cemetery.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/17/2016

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Wayne Everett Johnson, 72, of Elkton, Minnesota, died Monday, February 15, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Hospitals, St. Marys Campus, from heart complications.

Wayne was born September 7, 1943, in Taopi, Minnesota, to Richard (Bud) and Helen (Hanson) Johnson. He attended Clayton and Grand Meadow schools, graduating in 1961. On May 18, 1974, Wayne married Bonnie (Klennert-Schultz) in Hammond, Minnesota. Wayne was a farmer all of his life. He enjoyed working on the farm planting and harvesting crops with his horses and tractors, and feeding cattle. In 1972, he bought his own farm, but heart disease prevented him from farming until 1973.

Wayne loved to go to auctions and enjoyed going to dances with friends. It was there he met his wife Bonnie and her two children. They farmed for 30 years in Taopi. He served on the Marshall Church Council and the Clayton Township Board for 27 years. He enjoyed going on trips with the township board members. Wayne also worked as a handy man at two group homes in Austin before retiring. The Johnsons moved to Elkton in 2003.

Wayne loved his children and his dog Ruby more than anything. He would do anything with them and for them. They were the light of his life. He will always be loved, remembered and missed by his wife, children and grandchildren.

Wayne is survived by his wife of 41 years, Bonnie Johnson of Elkton, Minnesota; step-daughter, Tammy Boelman, Albert Lea, Minnesota; step-son, Michael Klennert, Lime Springs, Iowa; daughter, Karla (Aaron) Whipple, Elkton, Minnesota; sons: Gregory Johnson (Kelly Wellik) Stewartville, Minnesota, Daniel Johnson (Chelsey DeVries) Stewartville, Minnesota; 14 wonderful grandchildren who loved him dearly; his siblings: Charlotte (Wayne) Zimmerman, Lloyd "Gus" (Janice) Johnson, Linda Lecy, Cheryl (Steve) Fields, Kevin (Karen) Johnson, Curtis Johnson, Marlys Gerber and Randy Johnson.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Troy Boelman; and brothers-in-law: Floyd Lecy and Richard Gerber.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20, 2016, at Marshall Lutheran Church, rural Adams, Minnesota, with the Rev. Jeremy Johnson officiating. Interment will be at Marshall Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday at the Adams Funeral Home and at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/18/2016
Also: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website (Adams Funeral Home)

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Doris Mendel, 96, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Our House Senior Living in Austin.

Doris was born in Red Wing, Minnesota, on August 19, 1919, to Henry and Cecelia (Knebel) Wold. She had a twin, Dorothy. They had another sister, Laurane, but they secretly wanted a brother. The three girls grew up on a farm on top of a hill that was their grandpa's. They worked hard on that farm, especially during hay thrashing time. Doris graduated from Red Wing High School in 1937. She and her twin, Dorothy, worked at the University Book Store in Minneapolis after graduation. Doris loved to ski and go up north to her uncle's cabin and ride a surfboard.

Doris met her husband at a dance in Red Wing. Doris married Eldon Dankers on June 24, 1939. They lived in Brownsdale and he worked for the George A. Hormel Company. After about a year, they moved to Austin because of gas rationing. They had two daughters, Phyllis and Candice. After 25 years of marriage, Eldon died from a brain tumor. Doris decided to work as a secretary for the President of Riverland College. She met Lou Mendel, her current husband at the college where he taught business. Doris and Lou were married Aug. 2, 1976. Doris continued to work at the college for 22 years. She was president of the union and even traveled to Washington, D.C., to testify before Congressional Committees regarding women's rights.

Doris always told the story about when she was flying in a plane and suddenly they were seconds away from being hit by another plane. Passengers and items were being thrown all around the plane. Doris loved cooking and baking pies. She enjoyed painting, dancing and listening to music. She loved pies and the colors blue and red.

Doris is survived by her husband Lou of Austin; daughters: Phyllis Yes of Portland, Oregon, Candice Klein of Ft. Meyers, Florida, Linda (Glen) Johnson of Mesa, Arizona, Cathy (Bill) Hicks of Marco Island, Florida; four grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

Doris is preceded in death by her parents; first husband Eldon; two sisters: Dorothy and Laurane.

A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 22, 2016, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Rev. Gerry Giese officiating. Visitation will be at 12 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be private. Mayer Funeral Home is entrusted with the arrangements for Doris.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website

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OBITUARY--

Ray Allen Olson, 58

Ray Allen Olson, 58, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, February 18, 2016, at Adams Health Care Center.

Ray was born April 19, 1957, to LaVerne and Evon (Downs) Olson in Austin, Minnesota, where he grew up and received his education. After attending Austin High School, he made his home in Las Vegas, Nevada, where he worked various jobs. Ray enjoyed traveling, so he moved to South Dakota. He spent the last months of his life in Adams.

Ray is survived by his mother, Evon Troester of Austin, Minnesota; brother, Verne (Norma) Olson of Dexter, Minnesota; two sisters, Joyce (Mike) Moore of New Mexico, and Toy Olson of Austin, Minnesota; aunts, uncles; cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, LaVerne "Odie" Olson; stepfather, Robert Troester; brothers, Richard, Kenneth and Bernard.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, February 28, 2016, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with the Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating. Friends may call for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/24/2016

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Shirley Jean Sayles, 87, of Waconia, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2016, at the Lighthouse in Waconia.

Shirley was born on December 23, 1928, in Racine, Wisconsin, the daughter of Frank and Gertrude (Blommel) Deick. Shirley graduated from St. Augustine High School in 1946. On Aug. 12, 1950, Shirley was united in marriage to Leo C. Sayles in Austin. Leo and Shirley lived in Austin raising their children while Leo worked at Hormel Foods. They were active members of St. Edward's Parish. In 1978, they moved to Alexandria where they owned a hotel and restaurant. Shirley and Leo also lived in St. Cloud, Burnsville, and most recently Waconia. Shirley enjoyed family vacations, camping trips, card games, watching sports and attending all of her grandchildren's activities.

Shirley was preceded in death by her husband Leo Sayles; parents Frank and Gertrude Deick; brother Elmer; sisters: Joyce and Florence; grandson Eric.

Shirley is survived by her loving family, children: Patty (Bobby) Wertis of Apple Valley, Jeanne Rysdahl of Tofte, Mary (Stuart) Moore of Keystone, Colorado, Julie (Rich) Christensen of Waconia, Terry (Sheila) Sayles of Champlin, Becky (Kevin) Feddema of Waconia; grandchildren: Caroline, Bobby, Scott, Andy, Bradlee, Carly (Josh), Ted, Camille, Leah, Stacy, Kayla, Derek, Tyler, Kate, Natalie, Julianne; great-granddaughter Eleanor; sister Nancy Quinn; brothers: Gary (Gloria) Deick, Dick (Arlene) Deick; nieces, nephews; other relatives and friends.

Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will take place Tuesday, March 1, 2016, at 11 a.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 41 First Street East, with Father Bennet Tran as celebrant of the mass. A gathering of family and friends will be one hour prior to the mass at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, www.johnsonfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/21/2016

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DEATH NOTICE:

Diana Rinaldi, 87, of Lyle, Minnesota, died Friday morning, Feb. 19, 2016, at her home. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/21/2016

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Funeral notice: Diana L. Rinaldi, 87

Diana L. Rinaldi, 87, of Lyle, Minnesota, died Friday morning, Feb. 19, 2016, at her home.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin.

Visitation: There will be a one-hour visitation at the funeral home immediately preceding the service.

Interment: Interment will be at a later date in Calvary Cemetery, Austin.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/22/2016

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Obituary--

Diana Lee Rinaldi, age 87, of Lyle, passed away in her sleep on Friday, February 19, 2016.

She was born February 14, 1929, in Austin, Minnesota to Donald and Helen (Arens) Meighan. Following high school, Diana pursued a modeling career in New York City where she met her husband, Louie. They were married on September 8, 1950 in Brooklyn, New York. Louie and Diana decided to raise their family in Austin, Minnesota.

Diana was a very caring person who loved her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and had a special place in her heart for pets. She was everyone's number one supporter and loved attending all of her children's and grandchildren's activities. Her interest and special knack for fashion led her to work in retail clothing where she helped her clients look their best. One of her hobbies included creating drawings and paintings which included many of her own fashion designs. She also enjoyed playing card games of Pinochle and Kings in the Corner and especially loved her card parties with her mother and aunts. She picked up a love of dolls from her mother and had a beautiful collection, some of which she handmade. Being an avid Vikings, Twins, and Timberwolves fan, she enjoyed watching and listening to the games. Later in life, she grew extremely fond of Josh Groban, the singer, and would listen to his music for hours.

Diana is survived by her son, Christopher, Spring Grove; sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Mary Rinaldi, Lyle; Robert and Denise Rinaldi, Owatonna; daughter and son-in-law, Ann and Larry Day, Austin; daughter-in-law, Kristen Soltvedt Rinaldi, St. Paul; sisters and brothers-in-law, Dallas and Spiro Davis, Grimes, Iowa; LuAnn and Larry Leonard, Blaine; brother Donald Meighan, Yakima, Washington; grandchildren, Mario, Brandon, Logan, Dayton, Dominic, Angela, Elizabeth, Joseph, Kayla, and Anthony; five great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Diana was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Louie, and son, Thomas.

Funeral services will be held at Worlein Funeral Home, in Austin, on Wednesday, February 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. with The Reverend Barbara Finley-Shea officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Calvary Cemetery, Austin at a later date. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home 2/22/16

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Obituary

Jeanette Arlis Sweazey, age 79 of Austin, died Saturday, February 20, 2016 at Our House Assisted Living in Austin.

She was born February 12, 1937 to Alfred and Emma (Thorsness) Paulson in Austin, Minnesota. Jeanette grew up and attended school in Austin, graduating from Austin High School in 1955. She married Emmett Sweazey on November 18, 1955 in Nashua, Iowa. To this union, three children were born. Jeanette and Emmett were also foster parents to several children. Jeanette worked at Ellis School as a teachers' aide for ten years before providing care to her grandson, Logan. She loved fishing, traveling the United States, boating, watching birds and visiting with friends and relatives. They wintered in Mission, Texas and spent summers on Ten Mile Lake near Hackensack. Emmett passed away on September 8, 2013.

Survivors include a son, Dale (Jennie) Sweazey of Richville, Minnesota; two daughters, Dawn Mohrhauser of Rochester, Minnesota and Diane (David) Miland of Austin, Minnesota; nine grandchildren, Kelly, Ryan and Trevor Passow; Timothy, Jeffrey, Sara Jo and Taylor Sweazey; Samantha and Logan Miland; ten great grandchildren; twin brothers, Gayle (Marlene) Paulson of Austin, Minnesota and Dayle Paulson of Red Wing, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Emmett.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, February 25, 2016 at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. and will continue on Thursday afternoon from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home prior to services. Memorials in Jeanette's memory may be directed to her family. Interment is at Grandview Cemetery, Austin. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home, 2/22/16

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Jessie Elvina Meikle

Born: March 01, 1935
Died: February 21, 2016

Jessie E. Meikle, 80 of Austin, Minnesota, died at her home on Sunday, February 21, 2016.

Jessie was born March 1, 1935 at home, on a bright sunny day in Waukon, Iowa, the daughter of Roy and Ina (Evenson) Meikle, and sister of James, Elnor and Sheloy.

She was a kind and loving person, who loved her family very much. She lived in a wonderful home where everyone loved her and took wonderful care of her. Jessie's work was her passion; she had worked at the Cedar Valley Workshop and Top Flight. She enjoyed making presents for everyone and made toys for her nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by all of her family and friends.

Jessie was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Ina Meikle, brother, James Meikle and sister, Sheloy Williams.

She is survived by her sister Elenor Bakke of Austin, Minnesota, nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 26th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with The Reverend Elizabeth Endicott officiating. Inurnment will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery with her parents. Visitation will be on Friday morning from 10:30 AM until the time of the service and a luncheon will follow the service.

Thank you to all of you who touched Jessie's life and made it better. All of you were a true blessing in Jessie's life. The unconditional love and care that was given made her life so much better. We cannot thank you enough.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website
See: Austin Daily Herald, 2/25/2016

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Margaret M. Breitbarth, 84, of Spring Valley, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2016, at the Spring Valley Care Center in Spring Valley, Minnesota.

Margaret Marie Ochse was born July 28, 1931, to William and Carrie (Ryks) Ochse in Dexter, Minnesota. Margaret was united in marriage to Lester Rudlong November 18, 1950, and raised two children on a farm north of Grand Meadow, Minnesota. They later divorced. Margaret married Alvin Wiersma December of 1979. He died in 1989. In December of 1993, Margaret married Wilfred Breitbarth and he died in 2008.

Margaret worked at Ben Franklin Store in Spring Valley and then Ben Wright Produce in Grand Meadow. She then worked at Textile Care in Rochester, Minnesota, until retirement. In 1994, Margaret and Wilfred bought the Port (Bar and Grill) in Elkton, Minnesota, where they both enjoyed cooking and entertaining for many people. They later sold the Port and retired in Elkton, Minnesota.

In March 2008, Margaret moved into the Evergreens Senior Living in Spring Valley and later moved to the Spring Valley Care Center in March 2014. Margaret was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley. She enjoyed staying at the trailer at the lake in Waterville, Minnesota, and also enjoyed entertaining people, cooking, and sewing.

Margaret is survived by two children, Janice (Rick) Christianson of Spring Valley, Minnesota, and Leslie Rudlong; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Carol (Herb) Daleske of Hayfield, Minnesota; nieces, Karla (Jim) Schultz of New Prague, Minnesota, and Heidi (Chris) Tallas of Plano, Texas; nephew, Brian Daleske of Norwalk, Iowa; many great-nieces and -nephews; nine step-children; and many step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Carrie; and two brothers.

Funeral services for Margaret Breitbarth will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, February 27, 2016, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minnesota, with Pastor Jim Scaife officiating. Burial will take place in the Spring Valley Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Hindt Funeral Home of Spring Valley, Minnesota, is in charge of arrangements. The family suggests memorials to Our Saviors Lutheran Church of Spring Valley, Minnesota. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/25/2016

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Born: April 12, 1948
Died: February 24, 2016

Herman J. Koenigs, 67, of Adams, Minnesota, died at his home on Wednesday, February 24, 2016.

He was born in Osage, Iowa, on April 12, 1948, to Joseph and Julia (May) Koenigs. He graduated from Marian High School in Stacyville, Iowa, in 1966. He then attended Brown Institute in the Twin Cities, upon completion he worked as a DJ in Platteville, Wisconsin, for several years before moving to Austin where he worked as an engineer at KAAL for nearly 20 years. He also worked at Thill Implement in Rose Creek as a parts man for several years.

Herman had many hobbies including singing and riding his custom built three wheeled motorcycle. He also enjoyed visiting with people and being with his family, especially his nieces, nephews, cousins and their kids.

Two weeks ago, Herman was able to go and see Garrison Keillor, something that he had always wanted to do.

He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Julia, sisters Trudy Holmgren and Norma Tripp.

Herman is survived by his sisters: Margaret (Bruce) Eggenberger, Rochester, Minnesota, Dorothy Koenigs, Rochester, Minnesota; brother: Peter Koenigs, McIntire, Iowa; brothers-in-law: Carl (Sheryl) Holmgren, Balsam Lake, Wisconsin; Roger Tripp, Coon Rapids, Minnesota; nine nieces and nephews and 11 great-nieces and nephews and many friends.

A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Oratory, Meyer, Iowa on Saturday, February 27th with the Reverend Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Meyer, Iowa at a later date. Visitation will be held at the Sacred Heart Oratory, Meyer, Iowa on Friday, February, 26th, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. Visitation will also be at the Oratory for one hour before the service on Saturday morning.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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DEATH NOTICE:

Born: February 03, 1917
Died: February 24, 2016 Marjorie E. Budreau, 99

Marjorie E. Budreau, 99, of Hayfield, Minnesota, died Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Marjorie was born February 3, 1917, in Mindoro, Wisconsin, to Harvey and Irene (Herrmann) Schlifer. She was raised on a small farm near Mindoro. She graduated from Mindoro High School in 1934. She received her nursing degree from Wisconsin State College in 1936.

Marjorie married James E. Mealy in September of 1936 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. They later moved to French Island, Wisconsin, in 1941 where they lived until moving to Austin, Minnesota, in 1948. In Austin, Marjorie worked as nurse at St. Olaf Hospital until 1956 when she began working for Dr. Herman Miller. James died in 1963. In 1970, Marjorie went to work for the Golden Valley Clinic in Golden Valley, Minnesota. She married Dale Budreau on June 27, 1974, in St. Paul, Minnesota.

In retirement, Marjorie and Dale traveled the United States extensively, finding residence in Las Vegas, Nevada, Morro Bay, California, and eventually settling down in northern Minnesota. In 1994, to be closer to family, they relocated to Blooming Prairie, Minnesota.

Marjorie was a sharp-witted, active woman who enjoyed life. She liked cross-stitch, knitting, hunting, fishing, was an avid sports fan, and spending time with family. One of her most favorite pass times was playing cards with friends and family. She could be in the middle of watching a Twins baseball game, but if the word "cards" was mentioned, she'd be the first one to the table. She loved cards, but it was more about the camaraderie than it was about the competition. She loved to send care packages of handmade dish towels and dishcloths to all of her grandchildren.

Recently, she had said that in her entire 99 years her only regret was not learning how to swim.

A loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, she will be deeply missed by all who had the pleasure of meeting her.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; first husband James Mealy in 1963; daughter Judy Seys; brother Bernhardt Schlifer; infant brother Charles Schlifer; second husband Dale Budreau in 2011; and step-son Tom Budreau.

Marjorie is survived by her children, James (Arlene) Mealy, Rochester, Minnesota, Lois (Chuck) Tangen, Motley, Minnesota, and Denny Mealy, Hayfield, Minnesota; son-in-law Ed Seys, Austin, Minnesota; 12 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister Sandra Skoy, Mindoro, Wisconsin; step-children, Mary Mueller, Wausau, Wisconsin, and Jerry Budreau, Wausau, Wisconsin; step-daughter-in-law, Bonnie Budreau, Appleton, Wisconsin; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2016, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Michael Olmsted officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday and for one hour before the service on Thursday. Casket bearers will be Brent Dybevik, Bradley Dybevik, William Mealy, James Mealy and Chad Seys. Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/29/2016

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Robert Lewis Stephenson, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on February 25, 2016.

He was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on April 7, 1922, to Ann Lewis Stephenson and Albert Knute Stephenson, and was named after his maternal grandfather.

He attended Winona Public Schools and graduated in 1941. Following graduation, he attended Austin Junior College, the University of Minnesota and Montana State College. He married Beverlee Jean Webber on June 24, 1943, in Bozeman, Montana, while serving in the U.S. Army Air Force. Beverlee preceded him in death in November of 2005.

During his career as an independent insurance agent for Webber-Stephenson Insurance Agency in Austin, Bob was involved in the Chamber of Commerce, Toastmasters and Rotary Club of Austin. He was also a member of the Austin Country Club for many years. Bob and Beverlee's greatest joys were family, friends and traveling. They traveled to Europe, Australia, and Africa and after retiring, spent winters in Palm Springs, California. They were devoted grandparents and loved sharing time and wonderful stories with their seven grandchildren.

Bob and Beverlee raised four children: Sandra Lee (Larry) Stordahl of Prior Lake, Minnesota, Dr. Jon (Pam) Stephenson of Superior, Wisconsin, Suzanne Karen (Rundy) Davenport of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and Richard Lewis (Syd) Stephenson of Decorah, Iowa. They had seven grandchildren: Erik (Dr. Kathryn) Stordahl, Kristin Stordahl (Travis) DeBoer, Karyn (Ben) Utecht, Dr. Jon William (Shawnee) Stephenson, Dr. Kate Stephenson (Dr. Zach) Beresford, Dr. Chip (Randell) Davenport and Blake (Mallory) Davenport. They also had eight grandchildren: Elleora, Katriel, Amy and Haven Utecht, Braden and Connor DeBoer, Ben Beresford, Emma Stephenson and Ella and Luke Davenport.

Robert requested that his body be donated to Mayo Medical School for the purpose of education and research. The family plans a celebration of life to be held at a later date.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/28/2016

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Donald F. Schminke, 91, formerly of Council Bluffs, Iowa, passed away February 23, 2016, in Austin, Minnesota.

Everyone who knew him will miss his stories and knowledge of family history. Don was born, June 4, 1924, in Atkins, Iowa, to the late Clarence F. and Margaret Schminke. He proudly served his country during World War II in the U.S. Navy. He was united in marriage to Doris K. Coleman on August 22, 1950. Don owned and operated Don's Big Wheel for over 25 years in Council Bluffs. His memberships include charter member of Queen of Apostles Church, American Legion, Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus, and Eagles. He spent countless hours working with the school booster clubs.

Don is preceded in death by his parents; and his son, Douglas, in 1980.

Survivors include his wife Doris; children and spouses, Dennis (Vicki) all of Austin, Minnesota, Linda (Jon) Chamberlain, of Plymouth, Minnesota, Dr. Marshall (Dr. Maureen Ambrose) of Orlando, Florida, Karen Calixto, of Alta Loma, California, Thomas of Chicago, Illinois; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sisters, Caroline Thomason, of Scottsdale, Arizona, Mary (Boyd) Harris, of Rio Verde, Arizona; brothers, Clarence, of Eugene, Oregon, and James, of Rochester, Indiana; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at 10 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Council Bluffs. Don will be laid to rest with his son Douglas in St. Joseph Cemetery. Military honors conducted by the American Legion Post No. 2.

The family wishes to thank especially the staff at The Cedars for their attentive care while Don was living there.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/28/2016

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Anita Lourene Mittelsted, age 94, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, February 26, 2016 at Comforcare in Austin.

She was born May 8, 1921 in Faribault, Minnesota, to Sigsbee and Jennie (Markuson) Seljeskog. After graduating from Roosevelt High School in Minneapolis, MN in 1939, she attended the University of Minnesota and later transferred to Hamline University majoring in Chemistry. While working at her first job after college testing new drugs on animals, she met her future husband, Gale Mittelsted. Anita and Gale were married in 1945 and moved to Chaska. Gale "Doc" opened a Veterinary Clinic and Anita assisted him.

Anita and Gale raised 4 children in Chaska before they moved in 1972 to the Gehl Ranch along the Minnesota River in Carver. Anita was always involved in her children's school activities, PTA, 4H and Scouting. After Gale's death in 1983, Anita opened a Christmas shop. Her love for shoes, directed her to modeling for Nordstrom's and several other stores. In 1993, Anita moved to Kenyon, MN and 10 years later to Austin, Minnesota.

Anita and her husband shared a passion for hunting large game and game birds; and they traveled several times to the western US to hunt Elk. Anita found happiness in her vast garden and canned much of the harvest. Swimming in her pool was another hobby.

Anita had a spark for politics. Beginning her involvement as a Republican Party delegate, she rose to State of Minnesota chairwoman. She held positions on the League of Women Voters, Met Council, Minnesota Ag Board, and was a member of MN Republican Women. Anita was staff for Frenzel and Ramstad. For the Durenberger Campaign, she coordinated the field directors. She established George H. Bush's campaign headquarters in Minnesota and was honored with a visit to the Bush Family summer home. When President Bush visited Minnesota, Anita was involved with the advanced security.

Anita was involved in many social activities. She sang and won a national competition with Sweet Adeline's and was a skilled Bridge player. She was a member of Sons of Norway, Hazeltine's National Golf Club, Red Hat Society and Governor's 1006 Society.

Anita was active in community outreach. She belonged to the Mounted Posse, was a deputy sheriff, first responder, election judge and supported building three new county jails. She served on leadership boards for Mower County Senior Center, the Hormel Home, Morning Lions Club. In 2006, Anita was honored as Mower County Senior Queen and rode in the Freedom Fest Parade. She will be missed by all that knew her.

Survivors include her two daughters, Heidi Myers of Roseville, Minnesota, and Greta (Greg) Schneider of Cologne, Minnesota; two sons, Gehl (Renea) Mittelsted of Austin, Minnesota, and Peter (Diane) Mittelsted of Dexter, Minnesota; ten grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; a brother, Edward (Margaret) Seljeskog of Rapid City, South Dakota; and a sister, Elaine Spetz of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

A Memorial gathering will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, MN. Visitation will be from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. before the service. Private family interment. Memorials are preferred to Mower County Senior Center in Austin. Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Born: March 22, 1939
Died: February 25, 2016

Leslie Eugene Hillman, 76, of Austin, Minnesota, went to be with his Lord in the early morning of February 25, 2016.

He was born March 22, 1939, in Blair, Nebraska, to John and Wauneta (Boyd) Hillman. He grew up in Rockford, Illinois, where he attended school. In his early years, he had various jobs from construction, counseling, Winchell's Donuts and The Apple Barrel. Due to significant health issues, he was forced to retire at an early age. Leslie enjoyed being Scout Master of Boy Scout Troop No. 124, especially canoe trips and camping. He liked to write fiction stories, grow hydroponic tomatoes and was especially talented in the art of stained glass. For many years he looked forward to setting tipi up at the Big Island Rendezvous. The North Shore was his favorite place to vacation. Most of all, he loved his family.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 35 years, Glenda; Two step-children, Susanne Tischer (Randy Shroader), Owatonna, Minnesota, Samuel Sweetser (Jolene Wolters), Austin, Minnesota; children, Catharine Edgewood, Beth Andresen, Rebecca Hays (Ronald Heinrich), Madison, Wisconsin, Jayson Hillman (Karen), Austin, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, one step-grandchild, one great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Russel and Dale Hillman; a sister Unadine Harner; daughter Rachel Franklund; step-grandchild Brooklynn Shroader.

A private family gathering to remember him will be held at his home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 3/1/2016
and Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 2/29/2016

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Evelyn May Pettis, 85, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on February 26, 2016, at Adams Health Care Center.

Evelyn was born on June 25, 1930, the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth (Overacker) Krulish in Brookings, South Dakota. She married Ervin Pettis on February 29, 1948, in Augusta, Wisconsin. She worked for Hormel Company in Austin for 36 years. Evelyn enjoyed gardening, crocheting, reading and making chocolate chip cookies for her family.

Evelyn is survived by her three sons, Roger (Linda) Pettis, Zumbro Falls, Minnesota, LeRoy (Nancy) Pettis, Oakland, Minnesota, Rick (Ardi) Pettis, Rochester, Minnesota; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; one sister, Beverly (Marv) Adams, Stacyville, Iowa; two sisters-in-law, Eva Krulish, Lyle, Minnesota, Delores Krulish, Austin, Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband in 2008; three brothers; and two sisters.

The visitation for Evelyn May Pettis will be from 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 2, 2016, at the Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 Second St. in Hayfield. There will be a private family burial at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Rochester, Minnesota.

A special thank you to the Adams Health Care Center for all the care and support that they gave to her and the family. Blessed be her memory. www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 2/29/2016

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Virginia Lois Johnson, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Prairie Manor Nursing Home in Blooming Prairie.

She was born July 13, 1924, in Newry Township, Freeborn County, Minnesota, to Albert and Nellie (Lea) Jolson. After graduating from Austin High School, she attended teachers college, which was located in the Austin High School building. She later earned her Bachelor's Degree at Mankato State College at age 55. Virginia worked as a County 4-H extension service agent in Stillwater where she met Albert S. Johnson. They were married on Nov. 30, 1944, in St. Paul. Making their home in Hibbing, they worked together at ALGIN Photography Studio which they owned. They belonged to Our Saviors Lutheran Church. Virginia also worked for a dentist as an assistant.

They moved to Austin in 1961 where Virginia worked at Stevenson's Dress Shop, managed a Gold Bond Stamp store and taught fourth grade at St. Augustine Catholic School. Virginia and Al spent a year in Germany during 1964 to 1965. Virginia and Al retired at the same time and went to Florida for three months, and then to the cabin for three months. The cabin was everything to them. They were active at Grace Lutheran Church. Virginia enjoyed antiques, as well as arts and crafts.

Survivors include her daughter, Nancy (Richard) Stonehouse of Huntersville, North Carolina; son, Rodney (Deborah) Johnson of Elk River, Minnesota; three grandchildren, Eric (Chris) Stonehouse, Amanda (Scott) Omodth, and Emily (Brian) Oran Johnson; one great-grandchild, Samantha Stonehouse; sister, Verna (Nathan) Magnuson of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Albert; parents, Albert and Nellie Jolson; and her two brothers, Alan and Lyle.

Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 5, 2016, at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be at Red Oak Grove Cemetery, Austin, Minnesota, at a later date. Memorials are preferred to Grace Lutheran Church in Austin, Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, 3/1/2016

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