Darwin Eugene Ziegler, age 67 of Wahkon, Minnesota, formerly of the Lyle/Austin area, died Saturday, October 8, 2016 at his home.

Darwin was born August 8, 1949, at Mitchell County Hospital in Osage, Iowa to Donald and Dona Ziegler of Stacyville, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at Union Presbyterian Church in rural Stacyville. After his 1967 graduation from Lyle High School, Darwin served his country for four years in the U.S. Navy. He married Kaye Ator and the couple had two children. They later divorced. Darwin made his living as a Quality Control Engineer for Owatonna Tool Company until his retirement. After retirement, he operated a consulting business and delivered motor homes throughout the U.S. for Winnebago. After making a delivery to Washington state, Darwin was involved in charter bus accident. He suffered injuries which caused his health to deteriorate over the years. In September of this year, Darwin attended his 50th class reunion at Lyle High School.

Survivors include his mother Dona Ziegler of Lyle, Minnesota, his son Trent (Louise) Ziegler of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota; his daughter Mary (Jim) Poppen of Hampton, Minnesota; his brother Gary (Cindy) Ziegler of Austin, Minnesota; five grandchildren: Haley, Madeline, Avery, Ryan, and Dylan; and his ex-wife Kaye Ziegler.

Darwin was preceded in death by his father Donald Ziegler; his grandparents Alice and George Snowbeck and John and Marjorie Johannsen, his great-grandfather George Ziegler, his brother Randy, and his sister Gail.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Austin with Reverend Michael Olmsted officiating. Friends may call from 1:00-2:00 p.m. at the church, immediately preceding the service. Interment will be in Union Presbyterian Cemetery, Stacyville, Iowa, with military honors by Lyle American Legion Post 105. The family prefers that memorials be directed to the Union Presbyterian Cemetery Association or recipient of donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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Funeral Notice: Shirley Ilene Kruger, 91

Shirley Ilene Kruger, 91, of Cleveland, Georgia, formerly Austin and New Prague, Minnesota, died Saturday morning, October 8, 2016, at her home in Cleveland, Georgia.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2016, at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin with Rev. Jeffrey Forbes officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at the funeral home on Thursday.

Interment: Interment will follow the service at Grandview Cemetery in Austin.

Funeral Home: 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, 11 OCT 2016

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Shirley Ilene Kruger, age 91 of Cleveland, Georgia, formerly Austin and New Prague, Minnesota died Saturday morning October 8, 2016, at her home in Cleveland, Georgia.

She was born November 17, 1924, in Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of Olaf and Laura (Dahl) Thomas. She attended school in Austin. Her father died when she was very young and her mother was remarried to Clair Morse, who became a father to Shirley. She married William Hodges in Austin and together they had four children. They were later divorced.

On September 11, 1965, Shirley married Kenneth C. Kruger. They spent many years in New Prague, Minnesota where they managed the Westgate Apartments and she drove a bus for the school district. Kenneth died on February 4, 1998. Shirley enjoyed computer games, dog races and an occasional trip to the casino. After moving to Georgia to be near her daughter, Shirley joined the Helen Presbyterian Church and was involved with the Prayer Bear project.

Shirley is survived by her son, Joseph (Lynda) Hodges of Austin; her daughter, Sheryl Kuth of Cleveland, Georgia; ten grandchildren; twenty-seven great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Kenneth in 1998; two sons, Jack and Danny; a brother and a sister.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 13, 2016 at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin with Rev. Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Interment will follow the service at Grandview Cemetery in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the church on Thursday. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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Pending Notice: Joan K. Barth, 73

Joan K. Barth, 73, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin. 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, 11 OCT 2016

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Joan K. Barth 1943-2016

Joan K. Barth, 73, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin.

She was born June 18, 1943, in Preston, Minnesota, to Reuben and Ann Barth. She resided in Preston until moving with her family to Austin in 1953. Joan attended Austin High School and later received her GED. For many years she tended bar or waitressed around the Austin Area before going to work for Hormel Foods Corporation and retiring from there. Joan was an active member of Grace Lutheran Church and the Eagles Auxiliary 5th District.

Survivors include her daughter Tonya Clausen (Kevin Huppert), grandson John Curry (Angie Doring), Carston, her sister June Hovey, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Reuben and Ann Barth.

A Celebration of Joan's Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 17, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Rev. Jeff Forbes officiating. In accordance with her wishes, Joan's body has been donated to the Mayo Clinic Anatomical Bequest Program. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Barth Family. 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, 12 OCT 2016

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Janaury 27, 1918 - October 10, 2016

Ora Lucille Machacek Yaroshek, age 98, passed away peacefully at 8:30 p.m. on Monday, October 10, at North Ridge Special Care Center, 8101 Palomas Avenue NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico.

A native and longtime resident of Austin, Minnesota, Ora and her husband, Elmer Yaroshek, were career employees at Hormel Foods Corporation, and both served as U.S. Marines during World War II. Ora moved to New Mexico in 2012 to be near family.

Her life will be honored at a military service and reception to be held at Worlein Funeral Home at a date to be announced in the spring of 2017. Her ashes will be placed next to the grave of her husband in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.

Elmer James Yaroshek passed away on April 22, 2002.

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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James Duane Anderst, 63, of Minnetrista, Minnesota, died at Hennepin County Medical Center on Thursday, October 13, 2016, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.

James was born January 11, 1953, in Austin, Minnesota, to Delbert and Barbara (Chase) Anderst. He graduated from Austin High School, the home of the Packers, where he played football, wrestled, and ran track and filed. He then attended Winona State College for a year.

He later moved to the Minneapolis area and was a lifelong area resident. He worked as a master electrician, later became a business owner of the Narrows Saloon and was a member of Hamster USA bike club. He loved to travel, scuba dive and decorate his houses in “chic cowboy.” Most of all, he was a very kind person and loved all people no matter who they were. People loved him for his sense of humor and his big heart. He had a love of music and helped people fulfill their dreams as musicians. Jimmy was a visionary that people were jealous of.

He is survived by his, daughters, Alina, Lizzy and Katey; father and step-mother, Delbert and DarleneAnders of Lake City, Minnesota; sister, Connie Anderst of Cheyenne, Wyoming; brother, Gary Anderst (Robin) of Sauk Rapids, Minnesota; and step-sister, Ronda Subia of Riverside, California.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Anderst; sister, Diana; and his grandparents.

Services will be 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 16, 2016, at the Gales Woods Farm Pavilion 7210 County Rd. 110 in Minnetrista, Minnesota. The celebration of life will be officiated by Alan Naumann. Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in memory of James Anderst to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements were completed under the direction of Huber Funeral Homes and Creation, Ogema, Excelsior, Minnesota.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 14 OCT 2016

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Douglas Carl Winters, 62, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 8, 2016, at his home in Austin, Minnesota.

He was born February 2, 1954, in Austin to Carl Winters and Helen (Schroeder) Winters. He attended Austin High School. Doug worked for Quality Pork for 25 years and retired in 2014.

On July 10, 1979, he was united in marriage to Audrey Lynn Olson in Minneapolis. Doug was an avid car enthusiast and got his start after high school by driving his own stock car at the local tracks, and then becoming a member of Mike Guttormson's pit crew. Doug turned his fondness of cars to old hot rods by belonging to The Drifters of Rochester, and The Old Car Co. Doug was also a lifelong member of MSRA and The Good Guys. Doug loved attending many other local and out-of-state car shows and swap meets. Doug enjoyed the road trips that he and Audrey Lynn took with their friends over the past few years.

Twelve years ago, Doug and Audrey Lynn built the home of their dreams, and with Doug’s craftsmanship skills he completely designed and finished the entire lower level of their home, decorating it with his love of cars and Audrey Lynn’s love of antiques.

Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Audrey Lynn Winters of Austin; his sister, Donna Krebsbach of Sparta, Wisconsin; six nieces and nephews, Sue (Phil) Sanvick, Elizabeth (Joe) Newell, Tim Krebsbach, Mark (Sharon) Krebsbach, Mike (Mary Beth) Krebsbach and Lisa (Tom) Strawn; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Helen and Carl Winters; brother, Roger Winters; and, brother-in-law, Roger Krebsbach.

A celebrations of life/benefit will take place at the Austin Eagles from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 12, 2016.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 14 OCT 2016

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Marie A. Guerrero, age 81, of Rochester, Minnesota, and formerly of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester.

Marie Ann Lester was born June 25, 1935 in Mower County to Lloyd and Annie (Anderson) Lester. She grew up in the Blooming Prairie/Ellendale area and worked on the family farm. Marie also worked for Red Snap'r in Ellendale for many years. She married Henry Guerrero in Owatonna, Minnesota.

Among her favorite pastimes were playing bingo, doing crafts, and dancing. She loved music. Marie also enjoyed shopping and attending garage sales. Most important to her was time spent with her family, social gatherings, and doing things for her church. She will be dearly missed.

Marie is survived by her step-son Ramon Guerrero of Steele County, Minnesota; siblings Charlene (Lloyd) Otterson of Austin, Loren Lester and Eugene Lester, both of Ellendale, Bernice (Harold) Bartsch of Owatonna, Ronald Lester of Waseca, Joan Madoll of Ellendale, Judy (Ronald) Fisher of Blooming Prairie, Doreen (John) Quaintance of Owatonna; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Annie Lester and her husband Henry Guerrero.

A graveside service will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at the Blooming Prairie City Cemetery with Pastor Charles Leonard of First Lutheran Church officiating. Memorials can be directed to the Lester family. Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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Dorothy G. Johnson, age 99, of Austin, Minnesota died Friday, October 14, 2016, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center in Austin surrounded by her loving family.

On December 1, 1916, Dorothy was born to Christian and Violet (Swanson) Thompson in Aitkin County, Minnesota. She attended school in Jackson, Minnesota. On December 2, 1933 she married Howard Irwin. To this union, 12 children were born. Howard passed away on October 26, 1977. Ten years later, Dorothy married George A. Johnson. George passed away in 1982. Dorothy owned and operated the Hilltop Café in Andyville, Minnesota, from 1959 to 1964. Dorothy loved to dance and even danced with her sons on her 90th birthday. She loved birds, taking long walks and traveling. Dorothy was a past member of St. John's Lutheran Church and later Crane Chapel. Dorothy was a very good Mom and will be missed by all who knew her.

Survivors include, her sons; Gary (Gloria) Irwin of Little Falls, Minnesota, Hugh (Monika) Irwin of Isanti, Minnesota, Miles “Mike” Irwin of Austin, Minnesota, Donald Irwin of Bloomington, Minnesota, daughters; Patricia (Mick) Hull of Austin, Minnesota, Terry (John) Gray of Austin, Minnesota, Dorothy "Tina" Longacre, of St. Paul, Minnesota, Kay (Les) Buege, St. Paul, Minnesota, 26 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren, 24 great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her first husband Howard and her second husband George, sons; Lesley & Charles, daughters; JeanAnn and Catherine, her parents, one brother and one sister.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christiansen officiating. Interment will be in the Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Monday, October 17th at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and will continue on Tuesday morning for one hour prior to services at church. Memorials to donors choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 17 OCT 2016

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September 28, 1923 -- October 14, 2016 (age 93)

Thelma L. Maage, age 93, of Le Roy, Minnesota, died Friday October 14, 2016, at Wildwood Grove in Le Roy, Minnesota, where she had resided for five years.

Thelma Lillian Kalland was born September 28, 1923, in Strathcona, Minnesota, to Nick and Clara (Norgaard) Kalland. She attended and graduated from Adams High School and was united in marriage to Theodore "Ted" Maage in Le Roy on November 23, 1941, and together they farmed in the Le Roy and Ostrander area all their lives. Thelma enjoyed all aspects of farm life especially raising horses and her Dalmatians, taking both to many of the area parades. She also was very active in singing for many funeral services and other occasions in the surrounding areas.

Thelma is survived by two sons, U.S. Army Major (Ret) Donald (Gayle) Maage of Fridley, Minnesota, and Dr. Richard (Deb) Maage of Hardin, Montana; one granddaughter Keri (John) Erickson of Minneapolis, Minnesota; and one great-granddaughter, Sydney Devito of Phoenix, Arizona.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband in 1995 and seven brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday October 18, 2016 at the Le Roy Lutheran Church in Le Roy, Minnesota, with Rev Herman Bakker officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held 1hr prior to the service at the church.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

Source: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 17 OCT 2016

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May 09, 1958 - October 07, 2016

The funeral service for Peter Lawrence Estby will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 12, 2016, at West St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 70640 260th Avenue, Hayfield, Minnesota, with Reverend Mark Nienow and Reverend Chris Miller co-officiating. Interment will be in West St. Olaf Lutheran Cemetery.

Visitation will be 4:00~8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 2nd Street NW in Hayfield and one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday.

Peter Lawrence Estby, 58, passed away on October 7, 2016, at his home in rural Stewartville, Minnesota. He was born on May 9, 1958, the son of Harold Ordeen and Delores Gladys (Stockwell) Estby in Austin, Minnesota.

Pete started in a one room school in Sargeant and graduated from Mayo High School. Pete attended Vo-Tech in Rochester where he learned machining Tool and Die, which landed him his job at Crenlo for over 35 years.

He was united in marriage to Jane Beaver on October 21, 1978, at West St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

Pete enjoyed spending quality time with loved ones, fishing, camping, entertaining folks with his grill, and playing cards. He was always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. He had a passion for exploring new ideas in renewable energy. Pete enjoyed exploring other churches and attending Bible Studies with a desire to learn truths, and share it whenever possible. He was encouraging and taught others with great patience. Pete had a special talent to make everyone that he met see the brighter side of life.

Sunshine's of his life are his wife, Jane; daughter, Heidi Schrader; sons, Hans (Breanna) Estby; Ike Estby; and his brightest sunshine's are his two grandsons, Alexander Schrader and Isaac Estby. His siblings are, Sara Estby; Carol (Estby) Crawford; Joyce (Estby) Kukuzke; Robert Estby; Mary (Estby) Cosey and Paul Estby. He was preceded in death by his parents.

He will be deeply missed by his friends and family.

www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com

Source: Czaplewski Funeral Home

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Charlie E. Ruechel, 78, of Adams, Minnesota, passed away peacefully Friday, October 14, 2016, at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage, Iowa. He was surrounded by his family as the Lord took his hand so the family could let him go.

Charlie was born September 8, 1938, in Austin, Minnesota, to Edwin and Mable (Worden) Ruechel. He graduated from Austin High School in 1956. Charlie married Marlene Orth on Sept. 8, 1956, at the Lutheran Church in Glenville, Minnesota. They made their residence south of Austin where he farmed and worked for Wilson Foods in Albert Lea. In 1966, they moved to Adams where they began the family dairy farm. In 1973, he retired from Wilson Foods to pursue farming full time.

He was a member of Crane Community Chapel and past member of the Moose Lodge. In his younger years, Charlie enjoyed going on fishing trips and spending time with his friends from the Rose Creek “social club.” In his later years, Charlie and Marlene loved traveling to many destinations and going on mystery bus trips. It was obvious that he took great pride and joy in building and maintaining the family farm up until the very end. He and Marlene just celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in September, spending the day with the entire family. Charlie loved spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He will always be remembered by his many phrases and great stories.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Duane Ruechel; infant sister; and brother-in-law, Duane Orth.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Marlene Ruechel of Adams, Minnesota; children: Cyndy (Kevin) Meyerhofer of Stacyville, Iowa, Randy (Becky) Ruechel, Rochester, Minnesota, Candy (Merritt) Wiste, Adams, Minnesota, Mindy (Gregg) Krebsbach of Stacyville, Iowa, Terry Ruechel of Adams, Minnesota, Shannon (Nancee Koenig) Ruechel of Adams, Minnesota, Shawn (Karen) Ruechel of Adams, Minnesota, Charlie (Beth) Ruechel of Adams, Minnesota, and Marissa Ruechel of Rochester, Minnesota; grandchildren: Shanna and Ryan Sullivan, Natasha, Anastasia, Matthew, Mitchel Meyerhofer, Katie O'Neil, Miranda Ruechel, Lindsay and Brad Sorenson, Dustin, Jeremy and Jess Wiste, Jessica and Jarod Gasteiger, Elisa and Justin Braun, Jill and Mike Malmin, Tony, Nick, Gregg Jr., Josh Krebsbach, Tyler Ruechel, Keagan Koenig, Alex, McKayla, Brittney Ruechel, Sierra, Cameron, Noah, Shane Ruechel, and Ayana Robinson; great grandchildren: Kellan Sullivan, Faith, Casey, Mae, Blake, Isaac, Sawyer, Samuel, Amelia Gasteiger, Cassie, Jason, Danni,Jackson, Jordan, James Braun, Max, Maci, Marco Malmin, Orrin Sorenson, Brynlee, Bryar Wiste; sister-in-law: Lorene Olson, Albert Lea, Minnesota, and three nephews, Todd, Dan, and Steve Orth.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19, at Crane Community Chapel with the Reverend Dale R. Christiansen officiating. Interment will be at Rose Creek Enterprise Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday for one hour before the service.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 17 OCT 2016

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ADAMS, Minnesota -- Charlie E. Ruechel, 78, of Adams, Minnesota, died Friday, October 14, 2016, at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Crane Community Chapel, Austin, Minnesota, with the Rev. Dale R. Christiansen officiating. Interment will be at Rose Creek Enterprise Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at the Adams Funeral Home and at the church on Wednesday one hour prior to the service.

Adams Funeral Home, Adams, Minnesota, is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Mason City Globe Gazette, Tuesday 18 OCT 2016
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 18 OCT 2016

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Brady John Muelken, 31, of Austin, Minnesota, and formerly of Prior Lake, MInnesota, passed away on Friday, Octobre 14, 2016.

On April 11, 1985, Julie and Dave Muelken welcomed their son, Brady, into the world. Brady was the oldest child and soon became a big brother to Ben. From the start, Brady and Ben had a special relationship. They were always together. They loved playing outside and spent hours together in their giant sandbox.

When Brady was a young boy, he learned to hunt and fish. He was only a year old when his dad took him hunting for the first time. It must have made an impression on young Brady, because he loved to hunting from that point on. Dave, Brady and Ben took many memorable hunting and fishing trips throughout the years.

The Muelken family took many wonderful vacations together. They traveled to Mexico, Florida, Canada and the Dominican Republic. Their most memorable trip was to Costa Rica. They rode horses, went zip-lining and 4-wheeling. This was the perfect trip for Brady, because he loved adventure.

Brady attended Prior Lake public schools where he made many wonderful friends. He played football, basketball and baseball in middle school, and continued to play football into high school. Brady also played the saxophone in the high school band so he could go on the band trip to France. Brady graduated from Prior Lake High School in 2003.

He then moved up to Duluth to attend the University of Minnesota Duluth. Brady studied business and economics. He earned his bachelor’s degree and began working as a financial analyst. Brady quickly learned that this was not the career for him. Brady needed a desk with a windshield. He had always taken an interest in his dad’s work, so Brady went back to school at Rochester Community Technical College and completed his law enforcement degree. It was clear that Brady had it in his DNA. He was born to serve and protect.

After graduating from RCTC, Brady moved to Austin when he got a job as a correctional officer at the Mower County Jail. He was quickly promoted to sergeant, and was making a name for himself within the department. After a few years, Brady was given the opportunity to join the Mower County Sheriff's Office as a Sheriff’s Deputy. He loved this job and all of the talented officers he worked with.

The deputy that trained Brady in decided to set him up on a blind date. Brady and Emily met for drinks at a local bar, and they hit it off immediately. They truly had a special relationship. Brady opened his heart to Emily, and she brought out a wonderful side of him. Brady and Emily spent the last three years together and were building a wonderful life. They bought a beautiful piece of land and were fixing it up together. They put so much work into The Property and had big plans for its future. Brady always intended for it to be a sanctuary for wildlife. Emily and Brady often spent evenings walking along the tree line they planted and talking about their plans for The Property and their future together.

Sadly, Brady didn’t get to fulfill all of his dreams. The afternoon of Friday, October 14, 2016 Emily came home to find that Brady had passed away unexpectedly. Brady was a strong, loyal and passionate man. He was also gentle, caring and led a fearless life of service. He had so many wonderful things in his future.

Brady will be forever remembered in the hearts of his parents, Julie & Dave Muelken; brother, Benjamin Muelken; loving partner, Emily Wermager; aunts and uncles, Michael (Kimberly) Holden, David (Ellen) Holden, Bradley (Cindi) Muelken, Gregory (Susan) Muelken, Michelle (Patrick) Roach; many cousins; law enforcement family; other loving relatives and many friends. Brady was greeted in Heaven by his grandparents, John & Marjorie Holden, Gerald & Lael Muelken; uncle, Joseph Muelken.

A visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Prior Lake. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct.19, 2016, with visitation one-hour prior at Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church in Prior Lake with the Rev. Dan Poffenberger will preside.

Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation proudly serves the Muelken family.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 18 OCT 2016

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Joan Irene (Cosgrove) Johnson, 83, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2016, after a courageous battle with an ongoing illness.

Joan was born in Hudson, Wisconsin, and grew up in Bayport, Minnesota. In 1965 she moved to Austin, Minnesota, where she raised her family and worked as a CNA at St. Mark's Lutheran Home for 32 years.

Joan touched many lives with her gentle spirit, loving nature, and wry wit. She was an avid animal lover, and stray animals always seemed to know where they could find a home! Joan was a big supporter of the local Humane Society as well as other various charities.

Joan loved to read, garden, revel in the joy of nature, play the piano, and was a very talented artist. Above all, she was devoted to her family. She was a loving soul and will be missed terribly.

Joan is survived by her children, Bradd Perkins (Sue Essig) of Coon Rapids, Minnesota, Bambi Perkins (Hilda Ramos) of San Francisco, California, Jeremy Johnson of St. Cloud, Minnesota, and Brooke Fitts (Richard) of West Frankfort, Illinois. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren: Adam, Ben, Stephanie, Erin, Cody, Katelyn, AJ, Sasha, Colton, Blake, Christopher, Ashley and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Anna and Cornelius Cosgrove; a daughter, Tracy; aunt and uncle, Hilda and Melvin Solheim; sister , Bonnie Purnick; and brothers, Cornelius (Keno) and John (Jack) Cosgrove.

Joan requested no funeral however, her children will be hosting a celebration of her life in the summer of 2017 in which relatives and friends will receive notice. In lieu of flowers, her children ask that memorial donations be made to the Mower County Humane Society at 101 22nd St, SE Austin, MN 55912, 507-437-9262.

A special thank you to the staff at Mayo Medical Austin, St Marks, and Mayer Funeral Home for your support and compassion.

Last but not least; a heartfelt thank you and love to Betty, Michelle, Travis, Justin and Jeanne for your unwavering support and devotion to Joan.

You can only have one mother
Patient kind and true;
No other friend in all the world,
Will be the same to you.
When other friends forsake you,
To mother you will return,
For all her loving kindness,
She asks nothing in return.
As we look upon her picture,
Sweet memories we recall,
Of a face so full of sunshine,
And a smile for one and all.
Sweet Jesus, take this message,
To our dear mother up above;
Tell her how we miss her,
And give her all our love.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 18 OCT 2016

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Norman K. Flugum, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, October 8, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems, Austin.

Norman Keith Flugum was born September 5, 1925, at Pearl City, Hawaii, the son of Omar and Annie (Beck) Flugum, who were Congregational ministers. After high school, Norm played baseball at Iowa State where he attended college; he also played hockey and table tennis.

Norman was married to Nancy Jean Berglund on November 8, 1952, at the Trinity Methodist Church in Minneapolis. The Flugums made their home in Minnesota and Norman worked as a salesman in the Insurance Industry. He had a wonderful marriage and family and enjoyed his hobbies of motorcycles and flying planes.

Following Nancy's death Norm remained in Austin, living at Reflections Assisted Living, St. Marks Lutheran Home and more recently at the Adams Health Care Center. As his son said, "He was a great dad, loved by many and the best salesman."

Norman was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy, in 1992; his parents; and a brother, Richard. He is survived by his son, Dave Flugum; grandson; Jordan Flugum; special friend, Mary; nephew Eric Flugum; and cousins, Robert Casperson and Mike Casperson.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Shari Mason officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be for one hour before the service.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 19 OCT 2016

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Charles Sidney "Charlie" Conway, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, October 17, 2016, at his home.

He was born August 25, 1930, in Pleasant Valley Township, Minnesota, the son of Howard and Inga (Johnson) Conway. Following his 1948 graduation from Austin High School, Charlie enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving until 1952.

On January 5, 1952, Charlie married Nellie Baker in Fort Meade, Maryland. He attended the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Business. Charlie made his living as a foreman for Hormel Foods Corporation, retiring in 1991. Nellie passed away Feb. 25, 2015. Since 1987, the Conways spent a lot of time on Lake Winnibigoshish near Bena, Minnesota. Charlie loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also enjoyed all kinds of flowers and liked to garden and refinish guns. Charlie had very caring neighbors that meant a lot to him. He will be dearly missed by his friends and family.

Charlie is survived by his children, Mark Conway and John (Catherine) Conway, both of Austin, Mary Taylor of Minneapolis, David Conway (Victoria McCurdy) of St. Paul, Minnesota, Michael (Lisa) Conway of Austin, and Bill (Susan) Conway, also of Austin; 12 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and sister, Virginia Cashman of Minneapolis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Inga Conway; his wife, Nellie Conway; his son-in-law, Tom Taylor; and his brother-in-law, Richard Cashman.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday October 22, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Todd Portinga, A.I.M., officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Military honors by American Legion Post 91. Memorials can be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church or recipient of donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 19 OCT 2016

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Peggy R. Struthers, 71, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday morning, October 18, 2016, at her home, under the care of her loving family and Mayo Hospice.

Peggy Ruth Gauthier was born August 27, 1945, in Warroad, Minnesota, the daughter of Aime and Ruth (Mason) Gauthier. The family moved to Austin in 1948, where she attended school and worked several retail jobs, including at Marvin Windows.

On February 20, 1962, Peggy married Donald K. Wilder in St. Ansgar, Iowa. The couple had six children and were later divorced. Peggy spent a couple of years in Nevada, returning to Austin after she met Malcolm Struthers, whom she married on May 7, 1994, in Austin. She most recently worked as manager of the Beer Depot for 12 years before retiring. Peggy loved to dance, the 2-step, waltz and polka being among her favorites. It was at a dance in Baudette that she met Malcolm. Family was very important to Peggy, and she especially loved her grandchildren. She was an excellent cook and baker, being most well-known for her delicious bread. Peggy loved making Christmas cookies with the grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Malcolm Struthers of Austin; five children: John (Melissa) Wilder of Manhattan, Illinois, Jeffrey Wilder of Plano, Texas, Jodi (Michael) Ring of Emmetsburg, Iowa, Jennifer (Tim) Nordlof of Baudette, Minnesota, Jane Wilder of Two Harbors, Minnesota; Malcolm's daughters, Gale Struthers and Holly (LaDon) Howes, both of Bemidji, Minnesota; nine grandchildren: Shane (Danielle) Wilder, Austin Wilder (Christopher Doody), Jade Wilder, Drew, Devan, and Donovan Wilder, Darian Dahl (Joshua Hamm), Hunter and Alayna Nordlof; two great-grandchildren, Rylan Shane Hamm and Oaklyn Reece Hamm; three sisters, Aimee Merrill of Austin, Marian Duryee of Little Cedar, Iowa, Linda (Brent) Johnston of Blooming Prairie; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Joyce (Ken) McDonnel of Stonewall, Manitoba, Canada, Doug (Ev) Struthers of Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, Jeanne and Butch Neuman, Joan and Steve Braun, Marilyn Wilder, all of St. Ansgar, Iowa, Sharon Hintz of Carpenter, Iowa; aunt, Lillian Fortier; and, uncle, Evan Frutiger, both of Warroad, Minnesota; uncle, Chris Frutiger of Baudette, Minnesota; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Peggy was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, her son Donald at birth, her brother Dennis Gauthier and her sister Rita Grap.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at a later date. Memorials can be directed to 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, 19 OCT 2016

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Arnold "Arnie" Gabrielson, 89, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Oct. 13, 2016, in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Arnie was born August 6, 1927, on his family's farm outside Luverne, Minnesota, the seventh and youngest child of Ole and Avilda Gabrielson. His parents had emigrated from Norway, settling in southwest Minnesota. As a child, Arnie was fascinated by his father’s tales of prospecting for gold in the Klondike Gold Rush, where Ole and his brothers found enough of a stake to buy lush farmland near Luverne.

Arnie very much enjoyed a recent trip to Alaska where he was able to trace some of his “Pop’s” steps on the quest for gold.

Arnie started working at a very young age (ten years old), working as a printer's devil (sorting type) for a local newspaper, as a pinsetter in a bowling alley, and as a paper boy. At age 14, he and a buddy jumped freight trains and rode from Luverne to St. Louis, where they worked with a prison chain gang stringing telephone wires and cable on top of new telephone and telegraph poles.

At age 17, Arnie convinced Ole to sign papers allowing him to enlist in the Navy during World War II after one of his high school friends was killed in action. He trained at Wold Chamberlain and was stationed in Oakland and San Diego, California. He was about to ship out to the Pacific theater when the war ended. He and his Navy buddy flipped coins to determine whether to stay in the Navy or return home. His friend’s coin toss left him in the Navy, while Arnie's coin toss sent him back home to Luverne to finish high school.

While in high school, he met adorable Mickey Thorson, who was working as a roller-skating carhop at the local drive-in. With a "Hey beautiful, where have you been all my life?" Mickey was smitten, and they dated throughout high school, got married and had six lucky children. The family moved to Austin, Minnesota, in 1950, where they lived until Mickey's death in 2002.

Arnie was creative and clever, a bit of a dreamer, with a desire to use common sense solutions to solve problems. He worked for the phone company, sold insurance, steel buildings, and eventually started working on alternative fuel projects. He invented an engine adapter to allow diesel engines to burn part diesel and part low-grade alcohol made from corn or waste beer. He would not have considered himself to be an environmentalist, but he was an early pioneer in making farm equipment, big trucks and Mississippi tugboats burn alcohol in their existing diesel engines using a converter that he invented, built and installed.

Arnie served as Commander of American Legion Post 91 and was active in veterans' affairs. He drove veterans to medical appointments, worked as a driver for the Sheriff's Boys Ranch and Mower County Social Services, and as a reserve bailiff. Arnie and Mickey started a program connecting at-risk kids with adult mentors in the community. Both loved working with kids, and had complementary skills and personalities that truly connected with young people.

He frequently traveled to the Twin Cities, Georgia and California to spend time with his kids and grandchildren, and he brought his curious, fun-loving and adventurous personality with him, making friends everywhere he went. Arnie moved to Burnsville in 2012 to be closer to his kids. Because Mickey died young, people would eventually ask Arnie if he was looking to meet someone new. He would either respond that he had already had the best wife and no one else could compare to Mickey, or that he had a beautiful redhead in California, referring to his grandchildren’s golden retriever Rosie. Arnie and Rosie drove many hundreds of miles exploring Northern California's redwoods, coastline and vineyards, and always came home with tales of adventures on the road, many of which were true.

Arnie is survived by his sister, Clara Gabrielson George of Newington, Connecticut; his children,Tim Gabrielson (Diane) of Austin, Tom Gabrielson (Dawn) of Minneapolis, Sue Bjerke (Scott) of Eagan, Mary Jacobson (Scot) of Cumming, Georgia, Janny Tansil (Mark) of Sebastopol, California, and Randy Gabrielson (Katey) of Stillwater; 12 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren. We will all miss him greatly.

Arnie lived his life with joy and easy laughter, true patriotism and a perpetual sense of adventure and curiosity. He loved nothing more than being surrounded by his family, and he was throughout his long, meaningful life.

A memorial celebration of Arnie's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016, at Berean Baptist Church, 309 E. County Road 42, in Burnsville, Minnesota.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 20 OCT 2016

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Ervin Michael Kramer, 92, of Adams, Minnesota, died Wednesday, October 19, 2016, at Good Samaritan in St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Ervin was born February 15, 1924, to Phillip and Mary (Merten) Kramer. He grew up in Johnsburg and worked as a farmhand. He moved to Illinois and worked at Ford Motor Company then transferred to GM Locomotive to work as a machinist until his retirement in 1983.

Ervin returned to Adams. He enjoyed watching his great nephew, Mike, play baseball. Ervin enjoyed all sports, especially baseball. Ervin spent many springs and falls doing fieldwork for his cousins which he enjoyed very much.

Survivors include a nephew, Jim (Marjean) Kramer, Orchard, Iowa; three nieces, Donna Burkhardt, Osage, Iowa, Shirley (Joe) Jenisson, Rochester, Minnesota, Judy (Sam) Bradley, Phoenix, Arizona; special great nephew, Mike Kramer; special great-niece, Tina Kramer (David) Christisen; special cousin and friend, Eugene Merten, Adams, Minnesota.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Melvin and Harlan; and two sisters-in-law, Serelda and Margaret.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2016, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery in Johnsburg.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 20 OCT 2016

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Dale F. Brown, 68, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, October 16, 2016.

Dale Foss Brown was born August 10, 1948, in Exeter, New Hampshire, to James and Dorothy (Whitney) Brown. Dale attended school in Epping, New Hampshire and graduated with the Class of 1966 from Exeter High School. He went on to attend the Plymouth State College and in 1971 earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science.

Dale was united in marriage to Colleen Burgess in 1971 in Austin, Minnesota. The couple had three children and were later divorced. On August 29, 1971, he entered military service in the United States Air Force. During his 13-year military career, Dale was a C-130 pilot in Special Operations, worked in weather reconnaissance and was a flight instructor. He was stationed in Texas, Hawaii, California, Thailand, Florida, and Arkansas. Upon his honorable discharge, Dale returned to New Hampshire where he joined his brother’s International Harvester implement business.

In 1989, Dale moved to Austin, Minnesota. He began studying nursing at Austin Community College. Dale earned his nursing degree and joined the staff of Austin’s St. Olaf Hospital. In 2002 Dale became the Director of Nursing for Adams Home Health Care. Dale enjoyed many hobbies including cooking, camping and gardening. He loved flying, conspiracy theories and astronomy and was a big fan of Star Wars and Star Trek.

Dale is survived by his children, Katie Reichel of Laconia, New Hampshire, James (Christine) Brown of McIntire, Iowa, Donald Brown of Mankato, Minnesota; his companion, Patricia "Patty" Kellner of Austin, Minnesota; two sisters, Shirley Green of Ashville, North Carolina, Beverly (Karl) Geisinger of Mont Vernon, New Hampshire; his grandchildren, Noah Whitney Brown, Tyler Patrick Reichel and Kimberly Ann Reichel; and his beloved cat, Samantha.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Dwight; and son-in-law, Gary Reichel.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2016, at First Congregational UCC in Austin with Pastor Shari Mason officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 22, and again Sunday one hour before the service. Interment will be in the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to First Congregational Church UCC or Stewartville Care Center. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 20 OCT 2016

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Irvin (Don) Bartley, 88, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, October 21, 2016, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems Hospital, Austin, Minnesota.

Irvin Don Bartley was born Dec. 5, 1927, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Jacob and Ethel (Simonds) Bartley. He graduated from Austin High School in the class of 1946 and served in the U.S. Army. After returning to Austin, Don worked for Hormel Foods Corporation, retiring after 39 years. Don married Mavis Sollie on May 27, 1950. After retirement, Don and Mavis spent 22 years wintering in Texas.

He was a long time member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church where he served as an usher for many years. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Don had a number of hobbies, including playing golf, walking, dancing, bike riding and working on cars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob and Ethel Bartley, brothers Gorward and Dale Bartley, sisters Dorothy Gunderson and Ruth Lady, a daughter-in-law Chrisyne Bartley and grandson Christopher Bartley.

Don is survived by his wife, Mavis Bartley of Austin; sons and daughters-in-law, Greg and Luann Bartley of Plymouth, Minnesota, Mike and Bobbe Bartley of Brookings, South Dakota, and Steve Bartley of Austin; daughter and son-in-law, Cheryl and Bill Cheek of Rochester, Minnesota; nine grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 26, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga, AiM officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Military Honors will be conducted by Olaf B. Damm Post No. 1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars and Austin Post No. 91 American Legion. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday morning for one hour before the service. There will be no reviewal at the church. The family prefers memorials to St. Olaf Lutheran Church or to the Comforcare Good Samaritan Care Center.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 OCT 2016

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U.S. Veteran

David John Mangnuson, 70, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, October 21, 2016, at Rochester Methodist Hospital.

He was born September 10, 1946 in Austin to Ernest and Evalyn (Capp) Mangnuson. He grew up in Austin, graduated from Pacelli High School, and attended Austin Junior College. He enlisted in the United States Air Force, and was honorably discharged after serving stateside, and in Vietnam.

An avid bowler, David enjoyed reading, movies, and was a New York Times crossword puzzle aficionado.

David lived in Houston Texas for more than 30 years, working in Sales. Upon his return home to Austin, he worked 18 happy years with Morem Tree Service.

Survivors include sisters Mary Mangnuson of Greenwood Village, Colorado, and Katy Mangnuson of Centennial, Colorado; nieces Dana Mangnuson of Minneapolis, and Meredith and Kathryn Sczekan of Centennial, Colorado.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Jan Mangnuson.

A memorial mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. There will be visitation at the church one hour before the service. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery with military rites will be by American Legion Post No. 91 and Veterans of Foreign Wars club Post No. 1216.

Memorials are preferred to the Mower County Veterans Association.

Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 OCT 2016

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Funeral Notice: Bernice M. "Bea" Callahan, 86

Bernice M. "Bea" Callahan, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 23, 2016. at Mayo Clinic Health System Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 28, 2016, at Crane Community Chapel with the Rev. Dale Christiansen officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Friday morning for one hour before the service.

Interment: Interment will be at Toeterville Cemetery, Toeterville, Iowa.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 OCT 2016

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Funeral Notice: John J. Retterath, 82

John J. Retterath, 82 of Adams, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 23, 2016, at the Adams Healthcare Center.

Service: A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, October 27, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 4 p.m. Visitation will also be at the church for one hour before the service on Thursday.

Interment: Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery at a later date.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 25 OCT 2016

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John J. Retterath, 82, of Adams, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 23, 2016, at the Adams Healthcare Center.

John Joseph Retterath was born May 9, 1934, in McIntire, Iowa, to Lawrence and Marie (Wettstein) Retterath. He married Betsy Bjork on May 3, 1956, in Johnsburg, Minnesota. They were later divorced. John farmed south of Adams for several years and later moved north of Taopi where he farmed until his retirement. He moved to the city of Adams in the early 1990s.

He loved to play baseball and watch the Minnesota Twins. He liked bowling, fishing and playing cards. He loved his flowers and enjoyed gardening and woodworking. John always had his radio on and liked to listen to country music. One of his favorite things to do was to go for a drive and he enjoyed spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Jenny Blake and Lorraine Kramer, brothers Joe and Tom, brothers-in-law Kenny Goergen and Lynn Webber.

John is survived by his children: Brenda Jorgensen of Spring Valley, Minnesota, Mark Retterath of Austin, Marcia (Rick) Igou of Dexter, Minnesota, Barry Retterath, Nashua, Iowa, Becky (Jim) Miller of Riceville, Iowa, and Beth (David) Wilson of Austin; 13 grandchildren: Brittany Jorgensen, Benjamin Jorgensen, Melissa Tschann, Danielle Tschann, Jason Igou, Samantha (Jonathan) Peterson, Alicia Martin, Cassandra Martin, Garret Retterath, Derek Miller, Morgan Miller, John Miller and Jordan Wilson; two great grandchildren: Landen and Logan Peterson; siblings: Annie (Kenny) Huemann, Louise Goergen, Helen Webber, Theresa (Wally) Watson, Mary (Wayne) Rogne, Liz (Mike) Schik; brother-in-law: Jim Blake; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 27, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 4 p.m. Visitation will also be at the church for one hour before the service on Thursday.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 26 OCT 2016

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Bernard "Barney" Rohde Sr., 87, died Oct. 19, 2016, in Clay Center, Kansas.

Bernard was born on Nov. 27, 1928, to George and Millie Barnett in Austin, Minnesota. He was raised in Minnesota and Iowa.

Barney enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1945 and served in World War II. In 1949, Barney enlisted in the US Army and served in Korea and Vietnam. During his service time, he earned the Purple Heart, Bronze Star and Silver Star. He retired from the Army in 1969.

Barney married Patsy Hunsinger in 1954. After leaving the Army, Barney worked in the maintenance department at Kansas State University, retiring in 1978. Patsy preceded him in death in 1985. In 1989, Barney married Billie Griffiths and they made their home in Clay Center. Billie preceded him in death in 2014.

Barney was a member of the Masonic Lodge, Life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars club where he was past Commander, American Legion, Lions Club, O.E.S. Isis Shrine and served as a volunteer for Meadowlark Hospice.

He is survived by his children: Jeff and wife Donna Rohde of La Junta, Colorado; Tina and husband Larry Samuelson of Morganville, Kansas; Bernard, Jr. and wife Phyllis Rohde of Riley, Kansas; Steven and wife, Diana, Rohde of Reading, Kansas; a stepdaughter: Kellie Thomas of Nebraska; siblings: Geraldine and her husband, Richard, of Wodke, Iowa; Reta Rohde of Iowa; Olven Rohde of Iowa; Clifford Rohde of Iowa; Duane Rohde, Iowa; Geraldine and husband Richard Wodke, Iowa; nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and six step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a daughter, Julie; his parents, a sister and five brothers.

Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. at the Rose Hill Cemetery in Randolph, Kansas. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home. Memorials can be made out to Meadowlark Hospice care of the funeral home. Online condolences can be sent to www.nsrfh.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 24 OCT 2016

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Robert J. Hulet, 79, of Maplewood, Minnesota, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on Oct. 18, 2016.

Bob was born October 4, 1937, in Austin and graduated from the University of Minnesota after studying Hispanic studies and foreign language education.

He worked for Western Union for 20 years and the U.S. Postal Service for 14 years. He was a member of Star of the North Band for 20 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Marjorie (Himle); and his brother, Richard.

He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Jeanette (Lowe); sister-in-law, Mary Hulet; and four nieces and nephews, along with his beloved kitty companions.

At Bob's request there will be no service. Inurnment in Austin will be at a future date.

Memorials are welcomed to Last Hope Animal Rescue or the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra.

Anderson Funeral Home assisted with arrangements and online condolences to the family may be made at www.andersonfuneralhome.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 23 OCT 2016

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Pending: Donald L. Salisbury, 68

Donald L. Salisbury, 68, of Apache Junction, Arizona, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Oct. 21, 2016.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 23 OCT 2016

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Funeral Notice: Evelyn H. Landherr, 77

Evelyn H. Landherr, 77, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2016, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Service: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, October 28, 2016, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Raul Silva officiating.

Visitation: There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home followed by a VFW Auxiliary ritual, 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.

Memorials: Memorials are preferred to your local veterans organization.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements.

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

Source: Austin Daily Herald, 26 OCT 2016

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Obituary for Evelyn Helen Landherr

Evelyn H. Landherr, age 77, of Austin, died peacefully on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Evelyn was born to Alban and Kathren (Becker) Hemann on October 29, 1938, in McIntire, Iowa. She graduated from high school. Evelyn married Albert Landherr of Rose Creek on May 20, 1957 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Meyer, Iowa.

She made her home with Albert in Evansdale, Iowa and was very active in the AMVETS Post 31. She was auxiliary president. Later when they moved to Austin, Evelyn was auxiliary president of the V.F.W.

Evelyn enjoyed music and was a member of the St. Nicholas Church Choir in Evansdale. She also loved to bowl and was on several different leagues for many years, she loved to camp and fish during the summer months, and later in life she enjoyed bingo at the V.F.W. in Austin. Survivors include her husband, Albert Landherr; two children, Steven, Austin, MN, Lori (Don) Boesen, Owatonna, MN; two granddaughters, Amber Boesen (Edward Simmons), St. Paul, MN, Alisa (Rickey) Stuckey, Washington; two sisters, Sally Michels, Austin, MN, Belle Spitz, Osage, IA; two brothers, Gervase Hemann, Riceville, IA, Clem Hemann, Osage, IA; sister-in-law, Linda Landherr, Rose Creek.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Vincent and Eugene; a sister, Viola; three brothers-in-law, Bernard Spitz, Jerry Michels, and Paul Landherr; five sisters-in-law, Irene Hemann, Donna Hemann, Patty Hemann, Nancy Hemann, and Bernice Hemann.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 am on Friday, October 28, 2016, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Raul Silva officiating. There will be a 4 pm CCW rosary on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home followed by a V.F.W. Auxiliary ritual, 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 your local veterans organization.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

Source: Mayer Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 25 OCT 2017

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August 08, 1930 - October 23, 2016

Bernice M. Callahan, 86 of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 23, 2016 at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin.

Bernice Marie was born on the family farm near Otranto, Iowa, on August 8, 1930, the daughter of Gustave and Mary (Schroeder) Stelter. She graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1948. On August 22, 1948, Bea married Johnny Callahan at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Toeterville, Iowa and to this union two sons, Larry and Gary, were born.

Bea was a very active member of Crane Community Chapel. She loved to go to church and help do what ever needed to be done. She taught Sunday school, preschool and was in charge of serving the meals for funerals and weddings for many years.

She enjoyed bowling, playing cards, making yarn hangers and listening to country music. She also loved watching Iowa sports teams. She looked forward to going out to coffee with the girls.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Johnny, brother and sister-in-law Lawrence and Gala Stelter and sister and brother-in-law Lucille and Brad Larson; sister-in-law and brothers-in-law Marge and Darrel Deets and Jack Davison.

Bea is survived by her sons, Larry Callahan, Austin, Minnesota, and Gary Callahan, Austin, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Nada Davison, Nora Springs, Iowa; special daughter, Cindy Jensen, Austin, Minnesota; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 28th at Crane Community Chapel with the Reverend Dale Christiansen officiating. Interment will be at Toeterville Cemetery, Toeterville, Iowa. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and at the church on Friday morning for one hour before the service.

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Visitation:
Thursday, October 27, 2016
Clasen-Jordan Mortuary
209 2nd Avenue NW
Austin, Minnesota 55912

Visitation will also be at the church for one hour before the service on Friday.

Funeral Service:
Friday, October 28, 2016
Crane Community Chapel
1111 9th Street NE
Austin, Minnesota 55912

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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15 OCT 1934 - 11 OCT 2016

Obituary for Gerald Arthur Laufle

Gerald A. Laufle, age 81, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at his home.

No services are being planned at this time.

Source: Mayer Funeral Home

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Obituary

John Francis Lenway I, age 79, of Austin, Minnesota died Tuesday evening, October 25, 2016, at the Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

John was born November 8, 1936 in Faribault, Minnesota, the son of Marvin and Lenore (Becker) Lenway. Following his 1955 graduation from Faribault High School, John enlisted in the U.S. Navy, serving until 1960. He worked at Cooks Paints and Glass in Faribault before transferring to Mankato, Chippewa Falls and to Austin. From 1969 to 1999 John worked for Hormel Foods. On April 8, 1961, John married Jeanine Loise Harrison at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. John was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, the Eagle's and a former member of the Moose Club in Austin. In his pastime, he was an avid reader of the newspaper, enjoyed bowling, cards, woodworking and cheering on Minnesota sports.

John is survived by his children Joe (RaeAnn) Lenway of Lilydale, Minnesota, Tom (Diane) Lenway of Austin, Minnesota, John F. Lenway, II of Austin, Minnesota, Dan (Jessica) Lenway of Austin, Minnesota, and Lisa (Scott) Bellrichard of Austin, Minnesota; 11 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; his sisters Claire Durand of Eagan, Minnesota, Joan (Wally) Mahnke of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Joyce (Adrian) Tobin of Rochester, Minnesota, Pat (Ted) Prange of Mankato, Minnesota, Becky (Jim) Nelson of Punta Gorda, Florida, Carol (Fred) Volz of Faribault, Minnesota; brother Jim Lenway of Faribault, Minnesota; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Lenore Lenway; his wife Jeanine L. Lenway on 11/23/2007; and his granddaughter Chantal Marie Lenway on 06/21/2013.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday October 29, 2016 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Military honors by American Legion Post 91. 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
Also see Austin Daily Herald for 27 OCT 2016

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Funeral Notice:

John Francis Lenway I, 79, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday evening, Oct. 25, 2016, at the Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday Oct. 29, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour before the service at the church.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Honors: Military honors by American Legion Post 91.

Funeral Home: 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, 28 OCT 2016

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