Floyd "Dutch" DeVries, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at The Cedars of Austin.

Floyd was born August 12, 1926, at Dumont, Iowa, in Franklin County to John and Helen (Hiktor) DeVries. Jeanette is the only surviving sibling of nine: Jacob, Rebecca, Frieda, Hommo "Onnie," Harm, Elsena, Ben, Jeanette and Robert. Floyd was raised in the Weslayen Methodist faith, attended Howard County schools and worked on the family farm.

On October 25, 1947, he was united in marriage to Maxine Starry in McIntire, Iowa. They made their home in Colwell, Iowa where Dutch worked at Oliver for several years. They moved to Austin in 1954 where he enjoyed a successful sales career with Wearever Cookware, Gordon Electric and A & S Parts. He became a partner with Donald Boe in Ace Auto Body which expanded to Bo-De Travel Trailers. After his retirement in 1995, Dutch found more time for the things he enjoyed. He loved his family very much and loved his friends. Maxine and Dutch had a large group of friends and spent many wonderful times together making memories, whether it be boating, camping, fishing, traveling or motorcycling.

He also spent many hours in the garage doing collision and auto body repair, creating kit cars and refurbishing motor homes. He could fix anything, and if there was not a part, he would make one. Not only did he fix cars, but in his earlier years he handmade a boat which some of us enjoyed waterskiing behind. He loved country music and playing his guitar and singing country songs. Dutch loved to laugh and tell jokes. He always had a smile on his face and a story to tell. His kids would always joke that Dad put a "Bo-De" sticker on anything he owned, so everyone would know who owned it. He was very proud of the businesses he owned. We will miss him greatly, but he is at peace and with his family and friends who have passed before him.

Floyd is survived by his wife, Maxine DeVries of Austin; daughters, Jane Taylor of Austin and Dixie (Dan) Gilbertson of Austin; a son, John (Rhonda) DeVries of Austin; six grandchildren, Jeremy (Leah) Taylor, Christopher Taylor (fiancee’ Liz Brown), Nicholas (Kourtney) Gilbertson, Sheila (Ben) Boerger, Lyndsey (Jason) Johnson, Leah (Jordan) Ferch; eight great-grandchildren, Lauren and Lucas Taylor, Peytyn and Josalyn Johnson; Nora and Stella Ferch, Madison and Nathan Brown; his sister, Jeanette Schroeder of Alta Vista, Iowa, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers; three sisters; and son-in-law, Rodney Taylor.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christiansen officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery in Austin. Memorials in Floyd’s memory may be directed to the Alzheimers 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, 7/21/2016

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ST. ANSGAR, IOWA -- Lillian VanBuskirk, 90, of St. Ansgar, died on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at the Good Samaritan Society, St. Ansgar.

Family will receive friends from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, July 12, at Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar.

Burial will be at 3 p.m. at Amsterdam Cemetery, Goodell, Iowa.

Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Mason City Globe Gazette, 8 JUL 2016

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Lillian VanBuskirk, 90

Lillian VanBuskirk, 90, of St. Ansgar, Iowa, died on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at the Good Samaritan Society in St. Ansgar.

Lillian was born March 4, 1926, in Belmond, Iowa, the daughter of Charles Chapman and Lillian (Morphew) Chapman. She taught country school before her marriage to Owen VanBuskirk on August 21, 1945. They started farming east of Amsterdam Cemetery in Iowa, then moving to Brownsdale, Minnesota and farmed until they retired to Osage, Iowa in 1994. Together they had ten children.

Lillian enjoyed traveling, reading and her plants and flowers. She was an excellent seamstress.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Owen; sons, John, Harold and Loyd VanBuskirk; son-in-law, Virgil Frieden.

Lillian is survived by her children, Lois Frieden of Bemidji, Minnesota, Harry (Bev) VanBuskirk of Sargeant, Minnesota, Wayne VanBuskirk of Rochester, Minnesota, Roy VanBuskirk of Spring Valley, Minnesota, Linda (Wayne) Jorgenson of Sargeant, Minnesota, Gary (Laura) VanBuskirk of Rose Creek, Minnesota and Paul VanBuskirk of Swea City, Iowa; 18 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:30 to 12 a.m. on July 12, 2016, at Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar. Burial will be at 3 p.m. at Amsterdam Cemetery in Goodell, Iowa. Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home of St. Ansgar is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences may be left at www.schroederandsites.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald website, July 8, 2016

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NOTE: See obituary for her husband, Owen Van Buskirk.

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Shirley Noble, 80, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie.

Shirley Mae Brudwick was born May 6, 1936, in Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of Edward and Emeline (Johnson) Brudwick. Shirley attended school in Blooming Prairie and was a lifelong Blooming Prairie resident. On May 4, 1954, she was united in marriage to David Noble. The couple later divorced.

Shirley was a member of First Lutheran Church, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, and area golf and bowling leagues. Her jobs over the years included positions at Ille Hardware, NAPA, Blooming Prairie Country Club as the manager and at Prairie House Café and J&H Liquor. Some of Shirley's favorite pastimes included knitting, cooking and camping.

Survivors include her children; Mark (Becky) Noble of Blooming Prairie, Diane (Steve) Schroeder of New Richland and Linda (Bill) Stead of Eagan; eight grandchildren, Adrian Noble, Elizabeth (Robert) Salinas, Angela (Kyle) Krueger, Anthony Noble, Amber (Rob) Vrieze, Jennifer (Jens) Wyrum, Heather (Will) Onkka and Jeremy (Michelle) Kruckeberg; ten great-grandchildren; special friend David Ressler and his family of Blooming Prairie; brothers, Dean (Margo) Brudwick of Mankato and George (Judy) Brudwick of Rochester; one sister, Izzy (Mike) Taylor of Austin; brother-in-law, Harold Underwood of Florida and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Debra Jean Noble and a sister, Jeanette Underwood.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 17, 2016, at First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie with Pastor Charles Leonard and Pastor Heidi Heimgartner officiating. Visitation will take place from 12:30 to 2 p.m. at the church.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/15/2016

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Elmer L. Amick, 81, passed away peacefully Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at his home in the foothills of Yuma, Arizona, surrounded by his wife and family.

He was born July 23, 1934, in Spencer, Iowa, to Oscar and Ruth Amick. In his early childhood, Elmer lived with parents and siblings in the Spencer, Iowa, area, later the family moved to Minnesota. In 1952, during the Korean War, he served as an Emergency Medical Service vehicle driver in the U.S. Army.

Upon his discharge, Elmer returned to Minnesota, began a career in construction and met his wife, Gennette (Lee). In December 1954, they were married and raised five children; living first in Owatonna, then Rochester and finally moving to rural Brownsdale. He started his own drywall finishing company and worked on homes and business in southern Minnesota and northern Iowa until his health resulted in a move to Arizona in 1982; living first in Tucson and then Yuma. The warm dry weather allowed him to continue his love of working with wood by creating many wooden toys and furniture pieces that his family now treasures.

In later years, Elmer became interested in wood carving and has a vast collection of one-of-a-kind Kachinas (Pueblo Indian dolls) that he hand crafted.

Elmer was a member of Brownsdale United Methodist Church before moving to Arizona; there he was a member of Gila Mountain Methodist church of Yuma. At Brownsdale UMC he was a youth leader and assisted in the organization of a youth trip to Red Bird Mission in Kentucky. When the congregation in Brownsdale decided to build a new church, he helped with its construction. He also was a Boy Scout Leader when he and his wife lived in Rochester.

Elmer is survived by his wife of 61 years, Gennette Amick of Yuma; His children: David (Susan) Amick of Brownsdale, Lloyd (Lori) Amick of Austin, Timothy Amick of Yuma, Nancee Amick of Yuma and Jeanna Jenson of Tucson, Arizona; 12 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Oscar; mother, Ruth; sister, Dorothy; and brother, Marvin.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at Brownsdale United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Bengtson officiating

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/17/2016

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Gerald Marion Helin, 75, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at Our House Memory Care in Austin.

Gerald was born Sept. 2, 1940, in Thompson, Iowa where he grew up. He was united in marriage to Doreen Harmon. Gerald worked at Norwest Bank and retired in 1996.

He enjoyed fishing, watching the Twins and Vikings, playing cards and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his children, Robert Helin, Robyn Arneson, Rebecca (Jay) Burke, Ryan Helin (Cathy Hemann-Winsky); grandchildren, Danielle and Aaron Deyo, Nicholas (Mindy), Mitchell, Michael, Nathan (Haley) Williamson, Dustin and Vannessa Winsky; great-grandchildren; brothers, Denny Helin (Carolyn Cox), Duane Helin (Barb), Kevin (Martha) Helin; sister Sandy (Ernie) Snelling.

He is preceded in death by his wife Doreen Helin; parents, Marion and Doris Helin

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father John Traufler officiating. The family will greet friends at a luncheon following the service.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/21/2016

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Owen Van Buskirk

Died February 6, 2010

Owen Dale Van Buskirk, age 87, of Osage, died Saturday, February 6, 2010, at the Osage Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Osage.

Service will be held at a later date.

Owen was born February 22, 1922, in Belmond, Iowa, the son of Loyd and Anna (Brass) Van Buskirk. He graduated from Goodell High School. Owen married Lillian Chapman on August 21, 1945, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mason City with Pastor Alvin Rogness officiating. He farmed in Minnesota from 1947 to 1994, after which Owen and Lillian retired to Osage. Owen was a member of EUB Church in Sargeant, Minnesota. He was also a member of the NFO. He enjoyed mechanics, traveling, visiting, and reading.

Owen is survived by his wife, Lillian Van Buskirk of Osage; his children, Lois (Virgil) Frieden of Bemidji, Minnesota, Harry Van Buskirk of Sargeant, Minnesota, Harold Van Buskirk of Brownsdale, Minnesota, Wayne Van Buskirk of Byron, Minnesota, Roy Van Buskirk of Spring Valley, Minnesota, Linda (Wayne) Jorgenson of Sargeant, Minnesota, Gary (Laura) Van Buskirk of Rose Creek, Minnesota, Loyd Van Buskirk of Brownsdale, Minnesota, Paul Van Buskirk of Swea City; 18 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Earline Finn, Carol Lauen, Faye Mewes, Ina Brinkman, and Harriet Baker.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, John Van Buskirk; brothers, Earl Van Buskirk, Gerald Van Buskirk, Russell Van Buskirk; sisters, Audrey Menninga and Loree Yager.

Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, (641)732-3706.

Source: Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home website

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NOTE: See obituary for his wife, Lillian Van Buskirk.

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Robert Eugene Dahlback, 74, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, July 15, 2016, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

He was born July 17, 1941, in Austin to Edwin and Irene (Peters) Dahlback. Following his 1959 Austin High School graduation, Bob enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served his country from September 1959 until his honorable discharge in September of 1963. He returned to Austin and on Feb. 20, 1965, was united in marriage to Beverly Bawek at Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Bob bartended at the Alcove Supper Club, then worked at Firestone before beginning a 29-year career at Hormel Foods Corp., retiring in 1995. Bob loved sports, both playing and as a spectator. He was a bowler, a golfer, and enjoyed woodworking. A lifelong resident of Austin, Bob belonged to St. Augustine Catholic Church, the American Legion Post No. 91 and its honor guard, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 703.

Survivors include his daughters, Lori (Tom) Martin of Pine Island, Darci (Tim) Martin of McHenry, Illinois, and Kris (Tim) Burkey of Austin; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; siblings Duane Dahlback of Austin, Dennis Dahlback of Sacramento, California, and Carole Bybee of Nevada. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Irene; wife, Bev on May 25, 1992; grandson, Tyler Burkey on Dec. 18, 2015; sister-in-law, Diane Dahlback; and brother-in-law, Irvin Bybee.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 23, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Father Dale Tupper officiating. The Dahlback Family will greet friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment with military honors will be in Calvary Cemetery. 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, 7/18/2016

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Gary Norby, 72, of LeRoy, Minnesota, died Thursday, July 14, 2016, as a result of injuries sustained while working in the woods on his home place.

Gary Keith Norby was born October 4, 1943, to Lloyd Kermitt and Frances Elizabeth (Hamlin) Norby at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, Minnesota. Gary was baptized and confirmed at Bennington Lutheran Church near Ostrander, Minnesota. He was a 1961 graduate of LeRoy-Ostrander High School. On June 29, 1963, Gary was united in marriage to Gwendolyn Jean Ullom at the United Methodist Church in Chester, Iowa. Together they made their home between LeRoy and Ostrander, Minnesota, where he spent his life raising three boys, farming, and giving back to the land he loved. Gary was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander, Minnesota. He was an active community member, loved nature, hunting, bowling, playing cards, spending time with family and friends, and most of all, adored his grandchildren who brought him so much joy.

Gary is survived by his wife, Gwen of LeRoy, Minnesota; sons: Mike (Kirstin) Norby of LeRoy, Greg (Becky) Norby of Ostrander, and Larry Norby of Chester, Iowa; beloved grandchildren: Nicholas (Amy) Norby, Taylor and Ashley Norby, and Cyndi and Emma Norby; great-grandchildren Spencer and Lydia Norby; sister Gayle (Gene) Reiland of Spring Valley, Minnesota; brother, Doug Norby of Rochester, Minnesota; uncle, Dean Hamlin of LeRoy; nephews; a niece; and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Frances; sister, Janet; grandparents; and many other extended family and loved ones.

Gary always stressed the importance of spending time with those you love and not dwelling in the past. Interment will be at Bethany Lutheran Cemetery. The immediate family will have a small memorial service at the gravesite while a Celebration of Life will take place following for extended family and friends from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at Laddy's in Chester, Iowa. Condolences may be left online at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to the family.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/18/2016

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Harold "Bud" Queensland, 86, of Ostrander, Minnesota, passed away Friday, July 15, 2016, at Rochester Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, surrounded by his family.

Harold Dean Queensland was born on Sept. 26, 1929, son of Chris and Isabel “Ida” (Olson) Queensland at home near Marengo, Iowa. He was baptized at First Lutheran Church in Conroy, Iowa. In 1941 his family moved to Grand Meadow, Minnesota where they settled on a farm south of town. He was confirmed at Grand Meadow Lutheran Church, and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1947.

He married Marjorie Noble at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin, Minnesota. Together they raised their family on their farm south of Ostrander, Minnesota. Farming was Harold's life's work and hobby; and he shared his love for the land with his family. He planted his last rows in 2015. For many years he was also a DeKalb Seed dealer and served a large area. Harold enjoyed traveling from coast to coast and treasured time spent with his family, particularly his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minnesota, for many years.

Those left to treasure his memory are his wife, Marjorie; sons, Lynn (Cathy) Queensland of Spring Valley, Minnesota, Chris Queensland of Ostrander, daughters: Janel (Gordy) Kaster of Spring Valley, and Mary Rieland of Byron, Minnesota; 16 grandchildren: Kristin, Christopher, James, Heather, Jennifer, Justin, Michael, Kala, Ryan, Laura, Katie, Rebecca, Tyler, Cory, Zach and Megan; 20 great-grandchildren; sister, Dorothy Ferguson of Spring Valley; two sisters-in-law: Audrey Queensland and Rosalie Majorowicz; brother-in-law, Dale Wendorff; and many nieces and nephews.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Clarence and Karl; sisters, Helen Kloster, Mildred Jech and Iona Wendorff; six brothers-in-law; two sisters-in-law; and nephew, Doug Ferguson.

Funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minnesota, with Pastor Betsy Dartt officiating. Burial will be in the Bloomfield Cemetery Ostrander, Minnesota. Visitation will be held 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/18/2016

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November 21, 1927 - July 15, 2016

Elenor (Meikle) Bakke, 88, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away in the early morning hours on Friday, July 15th, 2016 at the Field Crest Care Center, Hayfield, Minnesota.

Elenor Estella Meikle was born November 21, 1927, to Roy and Ina (Evenson) Meikle. She was raised in Waukon, Iowa, where she attended school, and was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith.

Elenor, her parents and siblings, moved to Austin, Minnesota, in July 1945, and she began working at the Federal Bakery. She then met Stan Bakke and they were married in November 1946. Stan and Elenor enjoyed traveling from coast to coast on their motorcycle, camping and making friends wherever they went. Elenor also worked in the beauty shop at St. Mark's Living, where she retired after 24 years of service.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Stan, mother and father, brother James, and sisters Sheloy and Jessie.

Elenor is survived by two children: Marie Nehls, Austin, Minnesota, and Larry Bakke, Austin, Minnesota; grandchildren: Nikohl, Erin, Gunner, Dillon, Wyatt and Thor; great grandchildren: Feather, Ethan, Faith, Grace, Joseph and Joy; and, Roger Freitag, who was like a son to her.

She loved her family and friends, and they loved her. She was a dear lady and will be missed by all.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, July 22, 2016, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Elizabeth Endicott officiating. Private interment will be held at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be at the mortuary for one hour before the service on Friday.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 7/20/2016

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James J. Breeden, age 56 of Brownsdale, formerly of Winnebago, died Sunday, July 17, 2016 surrounded by his loving family at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

He was born March 11, 1960 to Noble and Leona (Brandt) Breeden in Heidelberg, Germany. He married Cheryl Cuppy on December 16, 1988, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. James grew up as an Army child and a member of the Catholic faith. After graduation from Harrison High School in Colorado Springs, he joined the US Army in 1977. Following his honorable discharge in 1983, he worked as a maintenance mechanic at OCC in Bricelyn, Minnesota. He also drove routes for the Mankato Free Press and retired in 2010 due to health concerns. James enjoyed working on his cars, fishing and spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl Breeden of Brownsdale, Minnesota; sons, James (Kim) Apel of Winnebago, Minnesota; Ricky Breeden of Brownsdale, Minnesota; daughters, Carolyn (Tom) Severson of Hatfield, Arkansas; Tanya (Ken) Kornexl of Austin, Minnesota; Tina (Nathan) Burkhart of Austin, Minnesota; brothers, Ronald (Gina) Breeden of Saco, Maine and Dean Breeden of Piedmont, Missouri; sister, Evelyn Kastner of Colorado; twelve grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents; one grandchild, Demetrius (Bucky) Vietor.

Private services will be held 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, 7/20/2016

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Obituary for Oliver Rue,

OLIVER RUE
FUNERAL HELD
SIX MILE GROVE

Funeral services for Oliver A. Rue, age 90, who died at Mitchell County [Iowa] Memorial hospital, July 30, 1971, were held Monday, August 2, at the Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church, with the Rev. E. Unseth officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery.

Oliver Andrew Rue, son of Ole and Andi (Lastine) Rue, was born on March 4, 1881, on the Rue homestead east of Lyle, where he spent his entire life. He was never married, and his niece, Hazel Rue resided with him until his death.

Survivors are four nieces and four nephews. Nieces in this area are Mrs. Mabel Eggers, Mason City, Iowa, Hazel Rue of Lyle; and the rest residing in Washington and North Dakota.

He was the last and youngest member of his family of twelve children -- five sisters and six brothers.

Preceding him in death were his parents; five sisters: Mrs. Chris (Rosie) Sunden, Raymen, N.D., Mrs. Hattie Osmundson of Fergus Falls, Minn., Toni Rue and Mrs. Knut (Thea) Knutson, Lyle, an infant sister, Toni; six brothers: Halvor of Spokane, Washington, Sam, Rhame, N.D., Knut, Peter and Ole of Lyle, and an infant brother, Knut.

Source: St. Ansgar Enterprise Thur. 8-12-1971, Lyle Leader Section. pg 1
Credit: Mark Ashley, 7/2016

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Obituary for Theodore Rue,

THEODORE RUE
RITES HELD AT
SIX MILE GROVE

Funeral services for Theodore Rue, 85, were held at Six Miles Grove Lutheran Church Thursday, September 26, with the Rev. Stanley Klemesrud officiating, and interment was in the church cemetery.

Mr. Rue died Tuesday, September 24 at Mitchell County memrorial Hospital in Osage, Iowa, where he had been a patient the past two weeks. Death was due to a stroke following surgery.

Theodore Rue, the son of Ole and Randi Rue, was born on the home farm east of Lyle where he lived his entire life.

He was baptized and confirmed in the Six Mile Grove Lutheran church, where he had been a lifelong member.

He was married to Anna Olson in 1901, and she died 1905.

He is survived by two daughters, Mrs. John Eggers, Nora Springs, Iowa, and Hazel at home. Also one grandson, two great-granddaughters, two brothers, Oliver at home and Sam of Rhame, North Dakota, two nieces and six nephews.

Relatives attending the funeral from away were Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Vern Sauers, all of Fergus Falls, Minn., Mrs. Myrtle Anderson of Osage, Iowa, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Eggers, of Mason City, Iowa.

Source: St.Ansgar Enterprise, Thur. 10-03-1963, pg 2
Credit: Mark Ashley, 7/2016

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#1:

Vernell L. "Bernie" Gullickson, 63, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, July 15, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Hospital - Rochester, St. Marys Campus.

Service: Memorial services will be held at 1 pm. on Friday, July 29, 2016, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Reverend Karen Behling officiating.

Visitation: Vernell's family will greet friends on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to services at the funeral home.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/24/2016

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Vernell L. "Bernie" Gullickson, 63

Vernell L. “Bernie” Gullickson, 63, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, July 15, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Hospital – Rochester, St. Marys Campus. Vernell “Bernie” was born on Dec. 14, 1952, in Austin, Minnesota, to Grant E. and Lorraine J. (Anderson) Gullickson. He graduated with the class of 1971 from Albert Lea High School. Bernie began his career with Midwest Diesel in Austin, and then later worked at Farmstead Foods in Albert Lea. He finished his career with Hormel Foods in Austin, and due to health concerns was forced to retire early. Bernie loved to fish, enjoyed going to sales and auctions, and treasured time spent with his friends.

He is survived by his son, Ryan Dietrich of Austin; brothers Larry (Gayle) Gullickson, Glen (Cheryl) Gullickson, Daryl Gullickson, and his sister Joyce Gullickson, all of Austin; his close friend Rick Johnson of Austin. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 29, 2016, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Reverend Karen Behling officiating. Vernell's family will greet friends on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. prior to services at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Oakland Lutheran Cemetery, rural Oakland, Minnesota. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/25/2016

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Robert H. Post, 86, of Buffalo, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home July 19, 2016.

Bob was born in Austin, Minnesota, on Jan. 15, 1930, and served in the Korean war as a U.S. Marine and was a recipient of two Purple Heart medals. Bob married Clare Hakala in 1955 and they recently celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary.

Bob was a family man, loved all animals and truly enjoyed his 20-plus years as a state coordinator for AARP.

Survived by spouse, Clare Post; and four daughters: Paula Post, Paige (Len) John, Perrin Post, Penne Post, Alexandra John (granddaughter); and siblings: Lois, Sharon, Roger (Kathy) and Diane (Maynard); and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel with internment at 1:30 p.m. at Fort Snelling Cemetery in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Please send memorial donations to one of the following organizations: The Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota or Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/24/2016

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Violet M. Scott, 87

Violet M. Scott, 87, died Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, with her loving family by her side.

Violet was born on April 26, 1929, in rural Bloomington, Wisconsin, the daughter of William H. Smith and Elma (Ball) Smith. She graduated from Bloomington High School in 1947 and then attended Layton School of Art in Milwaukee, and the University of Wisconsin in Platteville.

She was united in marriage to Gordon D. Scott on Sept. 10, 1950, at the United Methodist Church in Bloomington. As newlyweds, they made their first home in Austin, Minnesota, where Gordon was employed by the George A. Hormel Co. in the Livestock Buying Department. In 1951, Gordon was transferred to Winnebago, Minnesota, where they were blessed with the birth of their first two children, Mark and DeAnne. In 1953, they moved to Madelia, Minnesota, when Gordon was assigned to open and manage a new livestock buying station. While living in Madelia, they were blessed with two more children, Douglas and Jane. In 1964, the family moved to Austin, Minnesota, where Violet was an active member in the Westminster Presbyterian Church and served on the board of the Austin Area Art Center.

After receiving her B.S. degree in art at Mankato State University, she taught Art in the Austin Public School system and at Riverland Community College. Violet enjoyed traveling throughout the U.S. and family gatherings.

Violet is survived by two sons, Mark (Karen) Scott of Blaine, Minnesota, and Douglas (Beverly) Scott of Bloomington, Wisconsin; two daughters, DeAnne (Michael) Pietrs, of Shoreview, Minnesota, and Jane (Jeffrey) Bawek of Albert Lea, Minnesota; eight grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Violet was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon; her two brothers, Ralph and Milton Smith; and sister, Wilma Romaine.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 25, 2016, at the Bloomington United Methodist Church, with Reverend Mary Ann Floerke officiating. Burial will be in the Union Lumpkin Cemetery, Bloomington Township. Family and friends may call from 10 a.m. until time of services on Monday at the church. Martin Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Bloomington is assisting the family.

Online condolences: www.martinschwartzfuneralhomes.com

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/24/2016

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March 07, 1923 - July 23, 2016

Luella Anna Gilbertson of Austin, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 23 at Sacred Heart Care Center. She was surrounded by her children.

Luella was born March 7, 1923 to John and Anna (Bender) Marzolf in Preston, Minnesota. She was baptized as an infant at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Preston.

After graduating from high school in 1941, she attended Normal Training and went on to be a country school teacher in Fillmore County. She taught for five years. She taught in three rural schools: Dutch Hollow, Blooming Valley, and the Hovey School.

Luella married Arlen Oscar Gilbertson on June 17, 1949, in Austin, Minnesota, where she lived and raised five children.

Luella was a faithful Christian and was active in the Ladies Aid, taught Sunday School, and was head of the dining room committee for many years. She also volunteered to help in the Christian Day School for two years.

She and Muriel Thomson cleaned homes together for many years and had many fun stories to tell. Her hobbies included bowling, golfing, card club, home extension, crocheting, and gardening.

Luella loved spending time with her family and felt blessed with all of her grandchildren.

Survivors include: three daughters: Kathy (Dean) Larson, Jan Kennedy, Marilyn (Jerry) Kiedrowski, two sons: Steve (Kathy) Gilbertson, and Jim Gilbertson and fiance Sue Ashley, 21 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren; Brother: Carroll Marzolf and friend Sally, sisters-in-law: Averlene Marzolf and Carlie Marzolf.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 26th Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church with the Pastor Paul Welke officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church for one hour prior to the service on Tuesday.

Funeral Service:

Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church
2103 8th St SW
Austin, Minnesota

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 7/24/2016
Also see Austin Daily Herald for July 25, 2016

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Ruby Maxine Meister

April 10, 1922 - July 23, 2016

Ruby Meister, 94, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, July 23, 2016 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Ruby Maxine was born on April 10, 1922, at Rose City, Minnesota, to Bernie and Othellia (Christiansen) Anderson. She graduated from Adams High School in 1939. Ruby married Luther Meister on December 7, 1942 at the parsonage in Adams, Minnesota.

Ruby and Luther lived in the Rose Creek, Minnesota, area where they farmed and raised their four children. She was a long time member of Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams, Minnesota, where she was active in Circle and Ladies Aide. In 2011, Ruby and Luther transferred their membership to Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin.

In 1994 one of her dreams came true when they built their house in Austin. She was a caring and supportive mother and so loved making novelty birthday cakes for her grandchildren, anything from a Barbie doll to a Mickey Mouse to an 88 Oliver tractor. For many years, she personally made 100 dozen lefse for the Adams Little Cedar Lutheran Church lutefisk supper

She was preceded in death by her parents and five siblings.

Ruby is survived by her husband Luther Meister, Austin, Minnesota; children: Gary (Cecile) Meister, Mound, Minnesota, Darlene Voeltz, Rochester, Minnesota, Ron (Diane) Meister, Scottsdale, Arizona, and Cheryl (Jim) Dieser, Eden Valley, California; ten grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; sister: Elaine Ross, Austin, Minnesota; nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Interment will be at Little Cedar Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorials are preferred to: Chances for Children in Haiti or International Health Partners in Tanzania.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 7/24/2016
Also see the Austin Daily Herald for July 25, 2016

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BORN IN ADAMS, MINNESOTA

Virgil Sorenson, 78, of Charles City, Iowa, passed away Sunday, July 24, 2016, at the 11th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City.

A funeral service for Virgil Sorenson will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 28, 2016, at Messiah Lutheran Church in Charles City with Reverend Jane Keel officiating. Burial will be at Sunnyside Memory Gardens in rural Charles City.

Visitation for Virgil Sorenson will be at Hauser Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2016, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.

Virgil Duane Sorenson was born September 24, 1937, in Adams, Minnesota, to Bennie and Ida (Anderson) Sorenson. He graduated from Adams, Minnesota in 1956, and served in the United States Army from 1957 to 1959. On May 29, 1960, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Linda Gottfried. Virgil worked at White Farm Equipment for 33 years.

Virgil was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church in Charles City. He enjoyed wood working, yodeling, spending time with his family, going to McDonalds in the morning with his friends to enjoy coffee and watching PBS (especially the wood working shows).

Virgil will always be remembered for his quirky sense of humor, his love for wood working and being our family's hero.

Living family members include his wife of 56 years, Linda Sorenson of Charles City; four sons: Ken (Becki) Sorenson of Waterville, Minnesota, Kevin (Kim) Sorenson of Owatonna, Minnesota, Dean (Shawn) Sorenson of Denver, Iowa and Darin (Jenn) Sorenson of Charles City; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers: Milo (Alberta) Sorenson of Austin, Minnesota and Almon (Pat) Sorenson of Adams, Minnesota; one sister, Ilene King of Austin, Minnesota; along with many nieces, nephews, other family members and numerous friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Bennie and Ida (Anderson) Sorenson; and grandson, Benjamin Sorenson.

Hauser Funeral Home, 641-228-2323, in Charles City, is in charge of local arrangements. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hauserfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, circa 7/26/2016

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KNUTE RUE
RITES HELD AT
SIX MILE GROVE

Knute Rue, age 93, a lifelong resident of the Six Mile Grove area, died at his farm home east of Lyle on February 22, 1961, from infirmities of old age. He had been in failing health for several years.

Knute Rue, the son of Ole and Andi Rue, was born March 21, 1867 on the same farm that he had lived all his life. He was baptized and confirmed in Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church and was engaged in farming until his health failed.

He is survived by three brothers: Oliver and Theodore, who reside with him on the home farm, and Sam of Rhame, North Dakota; also by eight nephews and four nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters and three brothers. Funeral services were held at Six Mile Grove church on February 24, where he has been a lifelong member, with Rev. Stanley Klemesrud officiating and interment was in the church cemetery.

Source: St. Ansgar Enterprise, Lyle Leader News section,
Thursday 3-9-1961, page 7
Credit: Mark Ashley, 7/2016

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FUNERAL NOTICE--

Mary T. Bottin, 65, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, July 25, 2016, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Service: A memorial mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, July 29, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating.

Visitation: There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Friday.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/27/2016

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Obituary for Mary Teresa Bottin

Mary Teresa Bottin, age 65, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, July 25, 2016, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.

Mary was born October 3, 1950, in Austin, Minnesota, to Arthur and Mae (Horak) Hele. She grew up in Austin where she graduated from Austin High School and Austin Vo-Tech for Cosmetology. Mary worked as a Cosmetologist for five years, and as a Sterile Processing Technician at Mayo Clinic Health Systems for eleven years. Other jobs included Delta Dry Cleaners, Ankeny's East Side, and Austin Packaging.

Mary was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.

On February 22, 2013 she married Steven Bottin in Austin. Mary loved spending time with her sons. She also loved slumber parties, card stamping, and shopping with her sisters. Mary enjoyed reading, walking, camping, music, traveling, and watching cartoons and movies with her husband.

Survivors include her husband, Steve Bottin, Austin, Minnesota; sons, Scott Billadeau, Glenville, Minnesota, Brian Billadeau, Austin, Minnesota; step sons, Steven Bottin II, Roseville, Minnesota, Sean (Catherine) Bottin, Woodbury, Minnesota; siblings, David (Mary) Hele, Birchwood, Wisconsin, Janice Tamke, Austin, Minnesota, Karen (Ron) Baier, Owatonna, Minnesota, James (Nancy) Hele, McAllen, Texas; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Mae Hele; grandparents, Joseph and Stella Horak.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11:00 am on Friday, July 29, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 4 pm CCW rosary on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-7 pm and also one hour before the service at the church on Friday.

Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Mayer Funeral Home website

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DEATH NOTICE:

Omer Milo Wangen, age 90, of Austin, died Friday, July 22, 2016 at Our House Memory Care in Austin.

Services are pending.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home, 7/25/2016

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Obituary for Omer Milo Wangen

Omer Milo Wangen, age 90, of Austin, died Friday, July 22, 2016, at Our House Memory Care in Austin.

Omer was born February 6, 1926, in Hayward, Minnesota to Knute and Ellen Wangen. He graduated from Albert Lea High School and Colorado State University where he remained for two more years in Graduate School.

On September 2, 1950, he married Geraldine Adair at Pauline Chapel, Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Omer worked at Hormel Foods for thirty years, retiring in 1986. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War.

Omer was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was also a very enthusiastic outdoorsman.

Survivors include his wife, Geri; daughter, Karen Freese; sons, David (Lori), Paul (Robin); six grandchildren, Ellen (Aaron) Goslee, Jessica Freese, Jared Freese, Mat (Heather) Wangen, Katie (Zachary) Johnson, and Anthony Wangen; seven great grandchildren; sister, Elnora; nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Luther and Robert; sisters, Benetta and Gladys; son-in-law, Thomas Freese.

A visitation will be held from 4-6 pm on Wednesday, August 3, 2016 at Mayer Funeral Home. Interment will be in Fort Snelling National Cemetery with military honors.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Mayer Funeral Home, 7/27/2016

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Lawrence Volney "Larry" Fruth Jr., age 78, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, died Monday July 25, 2016, at his home in Grand Meadow.

Larry was born December 10, 1937 in Grand Meadow to Lawrence and Gladys (Peterson) Fruth. He attended and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1956 and joined the United States Marines serving from 1956 until 1959. Following his discharge he worked for the Kahler Hotel in Rochester. After leaving the Kahler Larry had a milk route and then worked for Stier Farms in Grand Meadow until his retirement. After his retirement he went back to work driving truck in the fall for Tangren Farms.

Larry is survived by two brothers; Mike (Vicky) Fruth of Rochester, Minnesota and Brian (Teri) Fruth of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, three sisters; Mavis Richardson of Austin, Minnesota, Carol (Jay) Donovan of Rochester, Minnesota and Judy (Butch) Douglas of Spring Valley, Minnesota, one uncle; Bernard Lammers of Adams, Minnesota, one aunt; Bonny Fruth of Boulder, Colorado.

He is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews. Larry was preceded in death by his parents, a niece, a great nephew, aunts, uncles and many cousins.

Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday August 2, 2016, at St. Finbarr Catholic Church in Grand Meadow with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Burial will take place at a later time in the Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Condolences may be left at the www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 7/28/2016

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Ann Lucille Voeltz, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, July 27, 2016, surrounded by her family, at Fairview Ridges Hospital in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Ann was born April 26, 1925, on a farm near Stewartville, Minnesota to Kasjen and Dena (Kruse) Kramer. She was baptized at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Stewartville and confirmed at Pleasant Valley Lutheran Church. She attended District 98 Country School and later graduated from Grand Meadow High School. Ann married Donald Voeltz on July 25, 1943, at Pleasant Valley Lutheran Church. Later they moved to Austin where they raised their children. She worked as a nurse’s aide for 19 years at St. Olaf Hospital and then at Hyvee Food Store for 13 years as the deli manager until her retirement.

She was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church. Ann enjoyed playing cards at the Senior Center and she was a member of Cedar City Mother's Card Club. She loved doing crafts and beading. She was in charge of the Women's Building at the Fairgrounds for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald R., son Donald A., brother George, an infant sister and her life-long friend, Alice Miller.

Ann is survived by her children: Kenneth (Marlys) Kramer, Stewartville, Minnesota, Wayne (Janet) Voeltz of Rochester, Minnesota and Mary Ann Sparks of Apple Valley, Minnesota; 10 grandchildren: David Kramer (Lynn) of Rochester, Greg Kramer of Rochester, Allen (Josie) Voeltz of Phoenix, Arizona, Jeff (Rebecca) Voeltz of Phoenix, Trevor Voeltz of Denver, Colardo, Dr. Troy (Corinne) Voeltz of Kansas City, Missouri, Dr. Trisha (Justin) Fleshman of Springfield, Virginia, Chrissy (Steve) Enebo of Farmington, Minnesota, Melanie (Miles) Johnson of Farmington, and Mike Sparks of Apple Valley; four great grandchildren: Sierra Voeltz, Chloe Enebo, Landon Fleshman and Kashen Johnson; sister-in-law: Adeline DeVriendt, Vadnais Heights, Minnesota; and many wonderful nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at St. Johns Lutheran Church with the Reverend Robert Bailey officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday.

Memorials may be designated to St. Johns Lutheran Church or the Lutheran Hour Radio Ministry.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements

Source: Austin Daily Herald 7/29/2016
and Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Elvina Lorraine Solomonson, 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, July 27, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin.

Elvina L. Cafourek was born November 4, 1933, in Austin, the daughter of Robert and Ethel (Heimsness) Cafourek. A lifelong Austin resident and 1951 Austin High School graduate, Elvina played the saxophone in her high school band. She held various jobs over the years, including Weyerhaeuser for 14 years, Osco Drug, Haugland Real Estate, where she worked with her husband Sherman for many years, and manager of Lundberg's clothing store.

She married Rollin Thoreson, and the couple later divorced. On January 25, 1962, Elvina and Sherman J. Haugland were united in marriage. Sherman passed away Jan. 8, 1996. She married David Solomonson on May 17, 2008 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin, where she was a member.

Elvina was the first crossing guard for Sumner Elementary School. She was involved in many organizations, including the Eagles Auxiliary, the Mower County Senior Center, the American Legion, the Red Hat Society, and SEMCAC as a volunteer. Elvina will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband David Solomonson of Austin, Minnesota; her children Pamela Strack and Penny (Steven) Arens, both of Austin, Gregory Haugland of Lyle, Minnesota, Steven (Connie) Thoreson of Downey, California, Susan (David) Hanson of Winona, Minnesota and Rochelle (Randy) Jech of Austin, Minnesota; daughter-in-law Bonnie Thoreson Harrington of Minneapolis, Minnesota; 19 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and one on the way; siblings Betty (Norlan) Stahlheim of Albert Lea, Minnesota, Ron Cafourek of Osage, Iowa, Karen (Robert) Carlson of Rochester, Minnesota, Darrell (Rachelle) Cafourek of Albert Lea, Minnesota, Connie (Mitchell) Page of Littleton, Colorado; half-sister Rebecca Akkerman of Austin, Minnesota, half-brothers Mark Cafourek of Austin, Minnesota and Dan Cafourek of Minneapolis, Minnesota; sisters-in-law Rochelle Jensen and Patti Page, both of Austin, Elsie Haugland of Fort Dodge, Iowa; David’s children Mark Solomonson of Matthew, North Carolina, Steve (Rose) Solomonson of Shoreview, Minnesota, Pamela (Scott) Rew, Waseca, Minnesota, Sara Solomonson, Austin; ten step-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.

Elvina was preceded in death by her parents, her first two husbands Rollin Thoreson and Sherman Haugland, her son Scott David Thoreson, and her great-granddaughter Alexis Jo.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 30, 2016, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Pastor Paul Lutter officiating. There will be a visitation from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, July 29, at Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. 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 7/29/2016

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Lepha Jane Dodds (Tindal) passed away in Colorado Springs, Colorado on July 26, 2016 at the age of 86 after a long battle with Picks disease. She is now at peace and in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Lepha was born in Coxs Creek, Kentucky, on September 16, 1929. She graduated from Austin High School in 1947, and worked as a pharmacist assistant at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, Land O'Lakes in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and retired from Hewlett Packard, Loveland, Colorado. Lepha enjoyed crafts, crocheting, and spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Lepha is survived by her loving children, Linda Lee-Witt of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Jim E. (Petra) Lee of Anthony, New Mexico, JoAnn Lee-Bates of Austin, Minnesota, Robert A. Lee of St. Paul, Minnesota and stepson Larry D. (Brenda) Dodds of Arvada, Colorado. In addition, she leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, sisters Janet O'Connor of Austin, Minnesota and Florence Anderson of Eyota, Minnesota.

Lepha is predeceased by her mother Elsie Leona Crandall, father John Tindal, stepfather Ralph C. Crandall, husband David E. Lee married February of 1949 and husband Donald Dodds married November of 1972, brother Robert Tindal, daughter-in-law Linda Hartinger, son-in-law Robert K. Witt, and one grandchild.

A private family service will be scheduled at a later date in Austin, Minnesota. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home, 7/29/2016

Also see Austin Daily Herald, July 31, 2016

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Lepha J. (Tindle) Lee-Dodds 1929-2016

Lepha J. Lee-Dodds (Tindle), 86, passed away in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on July 26, 2016, at the age of 86 after a long battle with Picks disease. She is now at peace and in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Lepha was born in Coxs Creek, Kentucky, on September 16, 1929. She graduated from Austin High School in 1947, and worked as a pharmacist assistant at Austin Clinic, Land O’ Lakes in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and retired from Hewlett Packard, Loveland, Colorado. Lepha enjoyed crafts, crocheting, and spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Lepha is survived by her loving children, Linda Lee-Witt of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Jim E. (Petra) Lee of Anthony, New Mexico, JoAnn Lee-Bates of Austin, Minnesota, Robert A. Lee of St. Paul, Minnesota and stepson Larry D. (Brenda) Dodds of Arvada, Colorado. In addition, she leaves behind 10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, sisters Janet O'Connor of Austin, Minnesota and Florence Anderson of Eyota, Minnesota.

Lepha is predeceased by her mother Elsie Leona Crandall, father John Tindle, stepfather Ralph C. Crandall, husband David E. Lee married February of 1949 and husband Donald Dodds married November of 1972, brother Robert Tindle, daughter-in-law Linda Hartinger, son-in-law Robert K. Witt, and one grandchild.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Dr. Stephen DeFor officiating. Visitation will be held from 1:30 to 2 p.m. immediately preceding the service. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. 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, 29 SEP 2016

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Alvin Gene Cunningham, age 77, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Friday, July 29, 2016 peacefully at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin, Minnesota.

Alvin was born March 2, 1939 to LeRoy and Lillian (Espe) Cunningham in Austin, Minnesota. He grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1957. Alvin was united in marriage to Ilene Novak. Alvin worked for the Milwaukee Railroad for three years and worked as a chemical dependency counselor at area facilities including Fountain Center, Agape and St. Olaf. His hobbies included antiquing, garage sales and playing cribbage with his friends. He was a devoted Vikings and Twins fan. Alvin was a member of AA over 35 years. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.

Survivors include his wife, Eileen Cunningham of Austin, Minnesota; three children: Laura Hayes of Austin, Troy (Tina Young) Cunningham of Austin and Travis (Alisha Marcks) Cunningham of Austin, Minnesota; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren; two sisters, Beverly Crace of Washington, and Darlene (Duane) Perry of Lansing, Minnesota, and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Special friend Holly Anderson and many wonderful co-workers.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Donald and his step-father, Charles Mensink

A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 6, 2016 at Cornerstone Church in Austin, MN. Visitation will be held one hour before the service. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. Memorials to the church or Alcoholics Anonymous. The Cunningham family would like to thank the great staff at Our House Memory Care, Sacred Heart Care Center and Janine Marks for their wonderful care. 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, 7/30/2016
See also: Austin Daily Herald 8/2/2016

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Darrell Duane Thorson, age 92, formerly of the LeRoy and Ostrander, Minnesota, area died Thursday July 28, 2016, at the Adams Health Care Center surrounded by his loving family.

Darrell was born December 14, 1923, to Roosevelt "Bud" and Laura (Kohn) Thorson in Bennington Township. He attended and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1941 and went on to Winona State University majoring in Sports and History.

In March of 1945 he entered the United States Navy and served until October of 1946. Darrell's sister introduced him to his future wife Dolores Blazing who he married on October 24, 1948 in Rochester, Minnesota. Together they lived in and around Ostrander where Darrell owned the grocery store and meat and locker service. He eventually turned the store into the local tavern where people would come to socialize every day. Darrell was always able to strike up a conversation with anyone. Later in life he was a painter which he did until he was 90 years old. Darrell truly enjoyed spending time with his kids and grandkids, one of his greatest loves was softball and his Images Softball Team, he was inducted into the Minnesota Fast Pitch Hall of Fame in 1989. Darrell was also proud of the fact that he was able to go on the World War II Honor Flight

As Darrell's health started to decline his daughter Jan and her husband Ron were able to care for Darrell and Dolores until they moved into the Adams assisted Living Apartments in March of 2015.

He is survived by his wife Dolores of Adams, Minnesota; three daughters: Nancy (Harlan) Olson of Chester, Iowa, Janis (Ron) Smalley of LeRoy, Minnesota, and Judi (Jim) Bye of Cresco, Iowa; one son, Randy (Linda) Thorson of Pueblo, Colorado; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; two sisters, Delores Phillips of Maple Grove, Minnesota, and Glendora Root of Bloomington, Minnesota, and a brother Richard Thorson of Spring Valley, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother Norman and two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law.

Services will be 11 a.m., Monday August 1, 2016, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander, Minnesota with the Rev. Herman Bakker officiating. Burial will be in the Ostrander Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday July 31, 2016, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander and will continue for an hr before the service. Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald 7/31/2016

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Dee Ann Wilmot, age 72, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, August 1, 2016, at Our House Memory Care. Dee Ann Lange was born December 9, 1943, in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of Lawrence and Della (McDaniel) Lange. Dee graduated from Austin High School in 1961 before receiving her 2-year degree from Riverland Community College where she studied in the secretarial course and attended a graphics program. Dee made her living as a secretary at St. John's Lutheran Church.

On December 24, 1961 she married Wayne A. Wilmot in Austin. The couple had two children and were later divorced. Dee lived in California for a few years after her marriage, then returned to Austin, where she was a member of the Horticultural Society. Dee enjoyed walking, getting together with high school friends, attending plays at the Paramount Theater, fishing, oil and watercolor painting, taking Tai Chi classes, and listening to 50's music, especially Buddy Holly. She had a special interest in old cars.

Dee is survived by her two children, Wayne (Barb Zeller) Wilmot of Alden, Minnesota and Susie (Monte) Kuehl of Madison Lake, Minnesota; two grandchildren Michelle and Cherie, three great-grandchildren Lauraelai, Annabelle, and Lillyana, and her special friends Jim Dunlop and Wanda Boyd.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lawrence and Della Lange.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 5, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 p.m., immediately preceding the service. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to the Mower County Senior Center, the Hormel Nature Center, the Alzheimer’s Association, or the American Cancer Society. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home
See also: Austin Daily Herald 8/2/2016

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John Henry Waalkens, 80, passed away at his home in Glenville, Minnesota, on July 29, 2016.

John "Johnny" was born to parents, Melvin and Mary (Loverink) Waalkens on March 9, 1936, in rural Freeborn County. He grew up in and around the Rose Creek and Hollandale areas. He was a member of the Conservative Congregational Church in Hollandale. On March 27, 1955, John married Judy King at First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea.

For 35 years, John worked at Wilson's in Albert Lea as a truck spotter until retirement. John was involved as a member of Pheasants Forever and the National Rifle Association. His hobbies included deer hunting, fishing, gardening, woodworking, traveling and riding his motorcycle. John also enjoyed having coffee and visiting with his friends and family.

Survivors include wife, Judy Waalkens of Glenville; son, Randy Waalkens of Albert Lea; daughters: Cheryl (Pat) Neilon of Twin Lakes, Cindy (Scott) Golbuff of Albert Lea, Sandy Waalkens of Glenville; six grandchildren: JP (Ginger) Neilon, Megan (Tony) Madson, Nick (fiancée Emily) Golbuff, Alex Golbuff, Jenni Golbuff and Hayley Waalkens; seven great-grandchildren; sisters: Babe (Larry) Enderson of Albert Lea, Bev (Lynn) Huston of Austin, Minnesota; brother-in-law, Darrell McCain of Colorado; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents; mother-in-law, Helen Brandt; father-in-law, Grover King; sisters: Marge Buckmaster, Reka Neitzel; sisters-in-law: Pat McCain, Ethelyn McBain and Phyllis Schrader.

A Celebration of Life service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, at the Hollandale Reformed Church with the Rev. Neil Ooms officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials to be sent to cancer research funds or to donor's choice.

Source: Austin Daily Herald 8/2/2016

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Alfred L. "Fred" Royston, 60, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, July 27, 2016, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center.

He was born January 25, 1956, in Sellersville, Pennsylvania, the son of Elwood and Shirley (Cressman) Royston. He grew up in Pennsylvania before moving to Minnesota, where he graduated from New Ulm High School in 1974. Fred held various jobs throughout his life, had lived in Austin for the past 20 years, and was a member of the Mormon faith. He enjoyed fishing, playing guitar, and spending time with his friends.

Alfred is survived by his son, Sky (Amber) Royston of Rochester, Minnesota; his daughter, Jennifer Royston of Fairmont, Minnesota; his fiancé, Tracy Wylie of Austin; his mother, Shirley Trumbauer of Green Lane, Pennsylvania; his brother, Mike Royston of Green Lane, Pennsylvania; his sister, Patricia Royston of Fairmont, Minnesota; four grandchildren: Zoe, Lane, Nadia and Zachary; and many wonderful friends and relatives.

He was preceded in death by his father Elwood Royston and his brother Terry Royston.

Memorial services will be held at a later date in Pennsylvania. Interment will be in Friedens Union Cemetery, Sumneytown, Pennsylvania. No local services are being planned at this time. 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 8/2/2016

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Calvin Arnold Brown, 91, of Grafton passed away July 31, 2016, at the Good Samaritan Home in St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Calvin was born August 14, 1924, to Herman and Elvina (Dahl) Brown in Barton Township, Worth County, Iowa. He was baptized into the Lutheran faith on October 5, 1924, by Rev. Waldeland at Deer Creek Lutheran Church. He reaffirmed his faith through confirmation January 2, 1940, by Rev. Langehaugh at Deer Creek Lutheran Church. Cal graduated from Carpenter High School in 1942.

He married Elna Schwartz on December 27, 1945, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Dexter, Minnesota. They were married 63 years. To this union they had two sons, Jerry and Larry. They farmed and lived in the Carpenter and Grafton area their entire married life.

Cal loved fishing, working with his horses, collecting tractors, going to auctions. On many occasions he and Elna would spend Friday nights at the Turp in Austin. They loved to polka and Waltz. They even won an award for their fine stepping. The grandchildren learned and listened to this "umpa" music anytime they rode with grandpa.

Cal was a former member of the Worth County Fair Board, Carpenter School Board, a 4-H leader for years, and the advisory board at Good Sam. He won several awards over the years including Master Pork Producer, dealer of the year from Golden Harvest Seed, outstanding young farmer, Hormel feed dealer award. He showed hogs at many hog shows at which he won several awards.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Elna; infant grandson, Eric; parents, Herman and Elvina Brown; sisters and brother-in-laws: Hazel (John) D'Errecio and Verna (Harry) Reynolds; brother Harold; four sister-in-laws: and their husbands, Arlene (Arnold) Hammermeister, Dorothy (Arthur) Anderson, Margaret (Alvin) Anderson, Lillian (John) Levy; and brother-in-law, Jess Wilder.

Those left to cherish his memory include sons: Jerry and wife Sheila (Hook) of Osage, Larry and life partner Jyanine Carlson of St. Ansgar, Iowa; grandchildren: Erin Brown, Amy (Linca) Scarlett, Sarah (Kevin) Anderson, Waylon (Julie) Brown and Clint (Samantha) Brown; great-grandchildren: Colby, Reece, Elyse, Lane, Linca and Layla; Sister Ilene Wilder of Beaver Creek, Ohio; sister-in-law, Ruth Roehr of St. Ansgar; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 4, 2016, at Deer Creek Lutheran Church, rural Carpenter, with Rev. Lance Kittleson officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Rest Cemetery, Northwood. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, 207 S. School St., St. Ansgar.

Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home can be reached at 641-713-4920 and online condolences may be left at www.schroederandsites.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald 8/2/2016

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William "Bill" Jerome Ashton Jr., 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, August 4, 2016, at the Prairie Manor Nursing Home in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota.

Born on March 23, 1926, in Austin to William and Bessie Ashton. He was the seventh son in a family of eight boys and two sisters.

Part of the "greatest generation" he served in World War II in the First Army, Ninth Division, 47th Regiment, in the European Theater of Operations during the battles in Central Europe, the Battle of the Bulge, and the liberation of Dachau Nazi Concentration Camp, in Munich, Germany. Returning home from war, he graduated from Austin High School in 1947.

In 1948, William was united in marriage to Madeline V. Murphy, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church, where they were lifelong parishioners. They celebrated 54 years of togetherness.

He was employed by the Hormel Company from 1943 to 1987, retiring after 44 years of service from the Warehouse Shipping Department.

Bill and Madeline enjoyed dancing to the "big bands," singing along with the music of Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack, traveling, spending time with family, enjoying grandchildren, rooting on the Vikings, and taking care of his yard.

He was preceded in death by his parents; six brothers: Vern, James, Kenneth, Darrell, Robert and Donald; and two sisters: Gladys and Nell. Survivors include five children: Colleen and Tom McKinney of Houston, Texas, James and Nanette Ashton of Eagan, Minnesota, Steven and Deloris Ashton of Blooming Prairie, Billie Ashton of St. Paul, Minnesota, and Dr. Robert and Susan Ashton of Eagan; twelve grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Richard Ashton of Austin; and nieces and nephews.

The wake service will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2016, at Mayer Funeral Home.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, August 8, 2016, with visitation at 9:30 a.m., and Mass at 10:30 a.m. at Queen of Angels Catholic church with Father Tom Niehaus, (presider), Family Crucifix: Tori Ashton of Onalaska, Wisconsin, Lectors: Ryan Ashton of Wausau, Wisconsin, Tyler Ashton of Willmar, Minnesota, Erin Schumacher (cantor), Sue Radloff (violinist) and Jean McDermott (pianist). Pallbearers: Justin Ashton of St. Paul, Ryan Ashton of Wausau, Dr. Derek Ashton of Minneapolis, Tyler Ashton of Willmar, Brennan Ashton of Winona, Minnesota, Alec Ashton of Duluth, Minnesota, and Ian Ashton of St. Paul.

Military Honors provided by American Legion Color Guard. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery in Rochester, with Taps played by Tom McKinney -- a former U.S. Navy Band trumpeter, Vietnam veteran & son-in-law, of Houston, Texas.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald 8/5/2016

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Margaret Grace Opal Smith Hall, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully at Sacred Heart Care Center on Wednesday, August 3, 2016.

Margaret was born in Adams, Minnesota, on May 5, 1918, to Alma Hanson and Stanley Dale Smith. She moved to LeRoy, Minnesota, at 3 months of age. In 1929, when she was 11, her family moved to Austin. She graduated from Austin High School in 1936 and went to work for Hormel Foods. Her "claim to fame" was she witnessed the first Spam can come off the line. On October 25, 1937, she married the love of her life, Theodore R. Hall. They were married for 58 years until Theodore passed away in 1995 at the age of 80. Margaret enjoyed being a homemaker and worked at several retail businesses during the holiday season. She also worked as a teachers aid for the Austin Public Schools.

While a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, she taught Sunday School and was a devoted member of WELCA and Ladies Aid Circles. She took part in Symphony Study Group, was active in the PTA, and held every local office, except treasurer, for the DOES. Including State President, where charity, patriotism, loyalty and love were the motto. Margaret volunteered at the American Red Cross for 20 years and was a member of DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution).

In her pastime she enjoyed Baking, Reading, Jig Saw Puzzles, Word Finds, Knitting and Crocheting. She made 520 baby caps that were sent to Tanzania and the Marie Sanvick Shelter in St. Paul. Her family received homemade afghans, and various handmade items throughout the years. Every family member received a handmade Christmas ornament every year.

She is survived by her sister, Beverly June Smith, Austin; her children: Dale (Susan) Hall of Winterhaven, Florida, Joan (Larry) Diggins of Austin, Kay (Richard) Smaby of Austin, Mary Ellefson of Indio, California, Marsha (Stephen) Green of Duarte, California, and Brian (Diane) Hall of Hawthorne, California; 15 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Stanley Dale and Alma Smith; husband, Theodore; son, Bruce; baby, Hall; granddaughter’s: Bridget Pickavance and Barbara in infancy; and son-in-law, Richard Ellefson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 9, 2016, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Todd Portinga, associate in ministry, officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 8, 2016, at Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church.

Interment will be in 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: Austin Daily Herald 8/5/2016

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Richard Curtis "Dick" Knight, age 81, of Rock Springs, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2016, following a long illness.

Richard was born on Aug. 31, 1934, in Rockford, Illinois to Roscoe and Charlotte (Williams) Knight.

Richard graduated from Rockford West High School in 1952 the same year he married Kathrine Marie Gibler, his high school sweetheart. He attended the University of Illinois, graduating in 1956 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Economics. He began his career with Swift & Company, the meat processing company, upon graduation at their headquarters in Chicago. His 31-year career with Swift included numerous positions that found him, along with his growing family, moving around the United States until he was named senior vice president of the company in 1975, returning to Chicago. In the intervening years, he held various positions — everything from lamb buyer to plant manager to labor negotiator.

During his years with Swift, his business travels took him around the country and abroad. He was a committee member of the American Meat Institute (AMI) in Washington, D.C., the regulatory agency for the industry in the United States. In the ensuing years he did consulting work in the fresh meats industry before founding his own company, Quality Pork Processors (QPP), a pork processing company in Austin, Minnesota in 1987. Richard remained CEO of the company until his retirement in 2000.

Richard and Kathrine bought a farm outside of Rock Springs, Wisconsin in 1979 as a weekend retreat for themselves and their family. Working outside around the farm brought him great joy. He welcomed tending to everyday chores, especially chopping firewood, which would be used for the evening campfires and for heating the farmhouse in the early days. After the Christmas holidays, the couple relaxed at their condo in Bonita Springs, Florida. Richard enjoyed boating, golf and annual fishing trips to Canada, Brazil and other locations with friends and family. He enjoyed bridge and cribbage and delighted in teaching his children and grandchildren how to play chess along with other games that required thinking skills. Movies were an important family time event for both Richard and Kathrine. He loved all kinds of music and took great pleasure in singing around the piano with family, notably Christmas carol sing-alongs during the holidays.

He and Kathrine were doting grandparents, never missing an opportunity to attend a football game, soccer or wrestling match, swimming competitions, piano recitals or basketball games. Richard was a lifelong history buff as well as a voracious reader of historical biographies. He was fascinated with the Civil War and was proud to be a direct descendent of Frank Pettis, a Civil War drummer boy from Wisconsin who is buried in the Reedsburg Cemetery.

Throughout his life, Richard instilled a strong work ethic, loyalty and sense of justice in both his children and grandchildren. He demonstrated these principles through his business relationships and his many charitable community endeavors where he donated his time and expertise. He gave back to the community wherever he lived. In Scottsbluff, Nebraska, he was a member of the Rotary Club and president of the Scottsbluff/Gering United Chamber of Commerce. He was condo board president at his and Kathrine’s Florida home and the first Chairman of the Plan Commission for Excelsior Township, serving from the time of its formation in 2006.

Richard and Kathrine were lifelong members of the Presbyterian Church (PCUSA), and both were active in whatever community church they joined. He served as a deacon, elder, Sunday school teacher, and in other volunteer capacities. He and Kathrine were members of both the First Presbyterian Church in Reedsburg and the First Presbyterian Church of Baraboo, where they created an Endowment Fund. His faith was a cornerstone of his life, and he took great comfort in the 23rd Psalm.

Beloved husband of Kathrine Marie for 57 years and loving father to Sarah Elizabeth (Bill) Adamson of Naperville, Illinois, Martha Ann (Jeff) Hinkle of Omaha, Nebraska, Richard Curtis, Jr. (Jim Bailey) of Chicago, Illinois, Julia Jean Ethun Baraboo, Wisconsin (deceased), and Susan Elaine (Tony) Carlin of Bloomfield, New Jersey. His grandchildren are Jason Knight (Katie) Nolda of San Francisco, California, Amanda Marie (Niall Wallace, fiancée) Hinkle of Brooklyn, New York, Matthew Jeffrey (Alicia) Hinkle of New Ulm, Minnesota, Christopher Richard (Erica) Nolda of Manhattan Beach, California, Brian Champion (Dena) Hinkle of White Bear Lake, Minnesota, Erik Scott Ethun of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Kathrine Elizabeth (Travis) LeBlanc of Westminster, Colorado, Hannah Marie Ethun of Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, Connor Knight Carlin of Bloomfield, New Jersey, Grace Julia Carlin of Bloomfield, New Jersey. His great-grandchildren are Amelia Kathrine Hinkle, Greta Martha Hinkle, Sophie Diana Hinkle, Nora Clair Hinkle, Violet Belle Hinkle, True Grace Hinkle, Calvin Knight LeBlanc, and George James Nolda. In addition.Richard is survived by his sisters Geraldine Knight of San Clemente, California, Janet (Jim) Wisner of Wonder Lake, Illinois and Susan Seaver of Crystal Lake, Illinois, Bill and Pat Gibler, (brother and sister-in-law) of Green Valley, Arizona, Joe Gibler, (brother-in-law) of Rockford, Illinois, and Frank and Rita Gibler (brother and sister-in-law) of Rockford, Illinois, as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Roscoe and Charlotte Knight, his beloved wife Kathrine Marie (Gibler), their daughter, Julia Jean Ethun, for whom he and his wife created the Julia Knight Ethun Memorial Scholarship; a sister, Enola Woodard, a mother-in-law Marjorie Marie Gibler, a sister-in-law Frances Gibler Leneker, and sister-in-law Marguerite Gibler.

The Rago-Baldwin Funeral Home, 520 East St. in Baraboo is assisting the family with arrangements where the visitation will take place on Friday, Aug. 5 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 6 at the First Presbyterian Church, 416 Ash St. in Baraboo with Pastor Lisa Taylor officiating. Burial will be held at St. John’s Cemetery in Rock Springs.

Memorials may be given to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (LBDA), Parkinson Disease Foundation or Sauk County Health Care Center Foundation in Reedsburg, Wisconsin.

The Knight family is very grateful for all the community support throughout Richard’s illness and would like particularly to thank Tami Stieve, Jill Corwith and the entire staff of the Sauk County Health Care Center, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, for their compassionate care.

Source: Austin Daily Herald 8/4/2016

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