Laura Lynn Nelson, 51, died unexpectedly in her home in Austin, Minnesota, on June 7, 2017.

Born December 27, 1965, in Owatonna, Minnesota, Laura moved to Austin with her family as a young girl. She graduated from Austin High School in 1984, and later from nursing school in the Twin Cities area before returning to Austin, where she spent most of the rest of her life caring for others.

Laura married her former husband, William Nelson, on August 26, 2000, gaining a stepdaughter, Andrea Nelson Farr, and step-grandchildren, Riley and Liam, whom she loved very much.

Her greatest passion and her highest priority was always her family. She was happiest when she was visiting her dad in Georgia, riding horses with her mom, or spending time with her beloved daughter Sydney and granddaughter Hailey. She was a compassionate champion for animals, and found solace nurturing the plants in her mom’s yard.

Laura is survived by her parents, Julie Jean and Thomas Bernard Downey; daughter, Sydney Jayne Erickson; brothers, Mark and David Downey, and Todd Matthew Murphy; sisters-in-law, Christine Sanguinet and Susan Meister; son-in-law, Joseph Rae Wigham; granddaughter, Hailey Wigham; nieces, Amelia Martine Downey and Lauren Elizabeth Fischer; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery in Austin. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mower County Humane Society.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 JUN 2017

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Services:
Monday, May 8, 2017 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Waterloo

Cemetery:
Fairview Cemetery, Winthrop, Iowa

Biography--

Shirley M. (Johnson) Bartz, 88, died at Ravenwood Specialty Care in Waterloo May 3, 2017 of natural causes. She was born on December 28, 1928, in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, the daughter of Frederick W. and Florence M. Daehler Lee.

Shirley married Verl "Johnny" K. Johnson, Sr. on December 20, 1947, in Independence, Iowa. He died March 3, 1968. Later, she married Robert B. Bartz in February 1976 in Waterloo. He died March 5, 1983.

She was a waitress at the Silver Inn and later the Chesterfield Club, both in Waterloo. Then she worked as a payroll clerk for Hinson Mfg. for 18 years, retiring in 1977. She was also an Avon Cosmetics Representative for 10 years.

Shirley was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Eagles Club and former REAC (Retired Eagles Activity Club) treasurer and she achieved Iowa State REAC Hall of Fame 2010-2011. She enjoyed playing cards, dice, bingo, and enjoyed any casino with slot machines..

She is survived by her son, Verl (Kelly) Johnson, Jr. of Waterloo; step-son, Robert (Jeri) Bartz, Jr. of Waterloo; step-daughter, Nancy (Orlan) Ott of Cedar Falls; three granddaughters: Nicole (Caleb) Cook, Andrea Johnson, and Brooke (Cory Brandt) Johnson; step-grandson, Rick (Vicki) Johnson; two great-grandchildren and eight great-step-grandchildren; her siister, Joyce Hall of Mission, TX; brother, Robert (Janet) Lee of Cedar Falls; sister in law, Shirley Lee of Hudson; and brother in law, Bob Lehman of Waterloo.

Shirley is preceded in death by her husbands; grandson, Daniel Johnson; granddaughter, Alana Weaver Johnson; step-son, Richard Johnson; step-granddaughter, Diane Johnson; three brothers: Kenneth, Melvin, and Marvin Lee; and four sisters: Lois Lee, Evelyn Carson, Delores Karns, and Marlys Lehman.

SOURCE: Locke Funeral Home (Waterloo, Iowa) website

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Funeral notice: Betty A. Arett, 89

Betty A. Arett, 89 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday June 12, 2017, at the First United Methodist Church in Austin with the Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 11, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday.

Interment: Interment will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens, Austin.

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

Memorials: Memorials can be directed to the American Cancer Society or a recipient of the donor’s choice.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 10 JUN 2017

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Betty A. Arett, age 89 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie.

Betty Ann Chinander was born July 26, 1927 in Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of Stanley and Flossie (Taylor-Klingsheim) Chinander. She attended Austin Public Schools.

On March 1, 1943, Betty married Raymond E. Arett in Owatonna, Minnesota. The couple was blessed with eight children. Aside from her role as homemaker, Betty held several jobs over the years, including the Normandy Café, Holtz Drug, Minnesota Café, Tempo, and Super Fresh. She thoroughly enjoyed working at Super Fresh, both in the greenhouse for many years then inside the store in the old and the new buildings. Gardening was a special thrill for her, seeing everything emerge in the spring and go to sleep for the winter then the snow would make everything sparkle.

She was a charter member of Fellowship United Methodist Church, belonged to Church Women United, Christian Women’s United, the Class of 1944 breakfast and lunch group, and was involved in the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of America. Betty loved decorating, baking, and cooking, and was always ready to try new recipes out on her friends. She welcomed the opportunity to be hostess at any time, and truly loved to do it. Betty was most proud of her happy marriage and her greatest joy was her children and grandchildren, then great-grandchildren. Each and every child was so very special to her, and a treasure to enjoy. Her family will miss her dearly.

Betty is survived by her children, Dale Arett of Minneapolis, Gayle (Howard) Oldenkamp of Austin, Rea (Mark) Gotz of Robbinsdale, Dee (Steve) Sebesta of Deltona, Florida, Lee (Dale) Wicks and Rita (Curt) Srock, both of Austin, Ellen (Kenny) Hoefker of Worthington; 22 grandchildren, 50 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Ginny Palmer, Janet (Glen) Roberts-Valek of Austin, Mary King of Alameda, California, and Margo Arett of Blaine; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Raymond, daughter Cheryl Kay, grandson Christopher Arett, sisters Joyce Bailey and Eva Tuchek, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday June 12, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Austin with Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 11 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens, Austin. Memorials can be directed to the American Cancer Society or recipient of donor’s choice. 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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Della Rose Carlson, 91, of Omaha, Nebraska, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died April 19, 2017.

Della and her children ran “The Hub” restaurant in Austin for many years.

She is survived by her sister, Dorothy Kay; by her children: Kenneth Carlson, Gloria Scheer, Judy Dudas, David Carlson (Nancy), Donald Carlson Jr. (Shareen) and Barb Williams (Bob); 14 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and by three great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Johnson and Norma Torgerson; and by her brothers, Kenneth and Noble Johnson.

Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2017, at Oakwood Cemetery (North End) Austin. Luncheon to follow at The Hormel Historic Home from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 JUN 2017
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 17 JUN 2017

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Daniel Benjamin Kasten, 67, of Farmers Branch, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 12 after a two-year battle with cancer.

Born November 27, 1949, in Austin, Minnesota, he grew up on a farm near Rose Creek, Minnesota, with his sister, Lorna, and three brothers, Gary, Keith, and David. His earliest memories were of working the fields, nurturing the animals, and observing the seasons. He left the farm after graduating as the valedictorian of Rose Creek High School in 1967 to attend St. Cloud State University. He is probably the only person to put himself through college because of an orphaned lamb. He bottle-fed the baby, then he sold the lamb to buy two pigs, then he sold a lot of pigs to buy a cow, and he slowly built a herd. He then sold a cow every time tuition came due.

He spent his early years on a farm, but always dreamed of seeing the world. After earning a masters degree in English at St. Cloud State, he fulfilled his dreams and taught in Turkey and traveled the Middle East for three years. He came back to marry the love of his life, Susan Mitsven, in 1975, and they crisscrossed the globe together for over 40 years. Daughters Amanda and Jennifer were born in Japan, where Dan and Susan taught at Kobe College for six years, but the couple returned to the United States and settled in Texas in 1983. The family eventually expanded to include sons-in-law Eric Bresie and Jay Turner and grandchildren Leo Bresie, Zoey Turner and Nora Turner.

Dan was preceded in death by his parent, Delbert and Esther Kasten.

He is survived by his wife, daughters, sons-in-law, grandchildren, sister, brothers, nieces and nephews. His family also includes friends from church, colleagues from schools across the globe, and every student he ever taught.

After his family, Dan loved nothing more than Greenhill School, where he taught for 33 years. Students in his English, World Religions, and Meditation classes valued his kindness, his passion, and his authenticity. He taught them Shakespeare, poetry, and composition, but more importantly, he taught them to center themselves with three deep breaths and to live with purpose and gratitude.

A tribute to his life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, at Greenhill School in Rose Hall (Marshall Family Performing Arts Center, 4141 Spring Valley Rd., Addison, TX 75001).

In lieu of flowers, the most fitting honor for Dan would be a donation to the scholarship fund at Greenhill School.

He is survived in Minnesota by his sister, Lorna Taylor of Austin; brothers Gary of Faribault, Minnesota, and Keith and David of LeRoy, Minnesota, and their families.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 JUN 2017

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Funeral Notice: Bernard E. Lammers, 91

Bernard E. Lammers, 91, of the Rose Creek, Minnesota, and Adams, Minnesota, areas, died Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System-Austin.

Service: A funeral Mass will be celebrated 3 p.m. on Sunday, June 18, 2017, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Rose Creek with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating.

Visitation: Friends may call from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the church on Sunday.

Interment: Interment will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery in Rose Creek.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 15 JUN 2017

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Obituary for Bernard Emil Lammers

Bernard Emil Lammers, age 91, of the Rose Creek and Adams area, died Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Health System-Austin, after a brief illness and one day after his 66th wedding anniversary.

Bernard was born July 19, 1925 in Fulda, Minnesota to Theodore and Katherine (Holles) Lammers. He was the youngest of seven children. At a very young age, his family moved to the Rose Creek area.

On June 12, 1951 he was united in marriage to Virgina Fruth. To this union four children were born, Jeanne, Diane, Monica, and David.

Bernard was a farmer his entire life. He milked cows and raised cattle. There were also hogs and chickens. Bernard was a good steward of the land.

He was a member of the Adams Rural Fire Board, the Knights of Columbus, and St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Rose Creek. Bernard enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed playing cards.

Survivors include his children, Jeanne Parmenter (special friend, Mark Haugland), Austin, Diane (Merle) Klouse, Rose Creek, Monica (Jim) Prihoda, Blooming Prairie, David (Crystal) Lammers, Adams; seven grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren and one more on the way; a brother, Joe Lammers, Adams; two sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Lammers, Spring Valley, Bonnie Fruth, Colorado; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Katie; wife, Virginia; brothers, John, Frank, and Brother Felix; two sisters, Anne Meyer and Agnes Weber; son-in-law, Doug Parmenter.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 3 pm on Sunday, June 18, 2017 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Rose Creek with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Friends may call from 1 pm until the time of the service at the church on Sunday. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Bernice Lingbeck, 92, of Shakopee, Minnesota, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 8, 2017.

On Nov. 10, 1924, Bernice Carllie Ada Schmidt was born to Herman and Amanda (Poeschel) Schmidt. Bernice enjoyed growing up on the family farm near Spring Valley, Minnesota. As a girl, she liked spending time raising her own calf, cleaning and shucking black walnuts, and making homemade ice cream in their old wooden ice cream maker.

After graduating from high school, Bernice completed normal training and began teaching in a one-room schoolhouse. Not only did she teach first through eighth graders, but she also had to arrive at the school bright and early to get the stove going so it would be warm for the children. Bernice enjoyed being a teacher and spending time with the children.

One evening Arlin’s aunt Hazel, who lived in Spring Valley, invited Bernice to her house for dinner. She had a plan to set Bernice up with her nephew. It worked, and Bernice and Arlin hit it off immediately. Their love grew quickly, and they exchanged wedding vows on Nov. 17, 1946. They settled in Austin, Minnesota, where Arlin worked for Hormel, and they led a very traditional life. Bernice gave up her teaching job to become a homemaker, and she always enjoyed getting together for a good cup of coffee with the women in her Austin neighborhood. In October 1947, they were blessed with a wonderful daughter, Sharon.

As a family, they enjoyed vacationing on Lake Saganaga at the end of the Gunflint Trail near Grand Marais, Minnesota. In the early years, they would pitch a tent on an island, fish, and explore the area with their Irish setter, Penny. Later, they liked the convenience of a cabin and became lifelong friends with the family who owned the resort.

Bernice had many hobbies. She was a wonderful baker and enjoyed making special birthday cakes in the shape of animals for her daughter and nephews. She was also very skilled at cross-stitching — one year taking first place at the Mower County Fair for her detailed work on a beautiful linen tablecloth and matching napkins. Bernice loved to stay in touch with friends and family and wrote many letters over the years. She was a loyal pen pal. In her later years, she enjoyed playing Scrabble, Canasta, doing jigsaw puzzles and word-find books with her family and special friends. Reading was one of her favorite hobbies, and she would spend many evenings enjoying her wide variety of books.

After Arlin retired, they moved north to Backus, Minnesota. They enjoyed 12 years of retirement together and traveled extensively during that time. In January 1993, Arlin passed away suddenly at home from a massive heart attack. Bernice missed him deeply, but she was a strong woman and persevered. Soon she left Backus to be closer to her family. Over the years, she lived in the Minnesota communities of Edina, Prior Lake, and finally Shakopee. She was a resident at St. Gertrude’s Health and Rehab Center since April 2013, and enjoyed being close to her daughter, grandchildren and great-grandson, Wil.

Bernice was a very classy lady, and she will be missed by many. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Gerry) Proskin; grandchildren, Steve Proskin and Emily (Bill) Benson; great-grandson, Wil Benson; brother, Dan (Lee) Schmidt; and other loving relatives and friends. Bernice is preceded in death by her husband, Arlin; parents, Herman and Amanda Schmidt; and siblings, Paul Schmidt and Neva (Carroll) Winslow.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, with visitation from 9:30 to 11 a.m., at Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation, 833 S. Marschall Road, Shakopee.

Ballard-Sunder Funeral & Cremation proudly serves the Lingbeck family. BallardSunderFuneral.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, Wed., 14 JUN 2017

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May 11, 1915 - June 09, 2017

Funeral Service: Wednesday, Jun 14, 2017

Clarice J. Faa, 102 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, June 9, 2017, at the Stewartville Care Center in Stewartville, Minnesota.

Clarice was born May 11, 1915, in Fillmore County, Minnesota, the daughter of Joseph and Celia (Hesby) Holland. She was baptized and confirmed at Scheie Lutheran Church in rural Mabel, Minnesota and attended rural school in Fillmore County. During World War II, she was one of the "Rosie the Riveter Girls" when she worked at Douglas Aircraft in Long Beach, California. Clarice married Lennie Faa on April 19, 1947 at La Crosse, Wisconsin and moved to Austin, Minnesota where they became members of St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Lennie in December 2006, sisters Minnie, Edna, Ella and Irene and brothers James and Leverne.

Clarice is survived by her daughter and son-in-law: Carolyn and Robert Bulson, Pinedale, AZ; three grandchildren: Tammy Varvell, Tracy, CA, Tim (Kamisha) Bulson, Gilbert, AZ and Tina (Robert) Cogburn, Queen Creek, AZ; eight great grandchildren: Patrick, Brandon and Collin Varvell, Noah, Megan and Leah Bulson and Jacob and Ashley Cogburn; sister-in-law: Violet Dahl; many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, June 14th at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Todd Portinga, AiM officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church one hour before the service.

Memorials may be designated to the St. Olaf Lutheran Church Building Fund.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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FUNERAL NOTICE:

Thomas “Tommy” D. Lerum, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, June 15, 2017, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 19, at Westminster Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Michael Olmsted officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday, June 18, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and at the church for one hour before the service on Monday morning.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 JUN 2017

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Thomas Donald "Tommy" Lerum

June 28, 1926 - June 15, 2017

U.S. Veteran

Thomas D. “Tommy” Lerum, 90 of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, June 15, 2017 at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Tommy was born June 28, 1926 at Oakland, Minnesota to Eric and Sarah Mae (Mann) Lerum. He grew up on a dairy farm and attended country school in Oakland and later attended Austin High School. He served in the U.S. Navy Air Corp from 1944 to 1946. After his service, he went to work for the Geo. A. Hormel & Co., retiring after 34 years. Tommy married Marian Snell on September 23, 1951 at the Presbyterian Church in Oakland.

Tommy was a 71 year member of the American Legion and he was also a charter member of Westminster Presbyterian Church where he served as a deacon and was instrumental in installing the church bell. One of his favorite church activities was to help organize, cook and serve the pancake meal.

He was an avid trapper, hunter and fisherman and always helped friends and family butcher deer and chickens. He loved to garden and enjoyed giving away the fruits and vegetables of his labor. He liked to play cards including 500, Wist and Bridge and especially loved watching the Minnesota Twins. Tommy was a devoted husband, father and grandfather; he even taught his grandchildren how to make lefse.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Marian, daughter and son-in-law Linda and Gary Schroeder and siblings Charles “Doodle”, Edna, Chester “Chet”, Roger and Vivian.

Tommy is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law: Paula (Melvin) Davis, Bagley, MN and Pam (Donald) Naatz, Waltham, MN; grandchildren: Joseph (Jody) Schroeder, Sarah (Bryan) Konisiewicz, Jeffrey (Brooke) Naatz, Matthew (Jessica) Naatz, Tommy Davis and Kristin (Jason) Peck; ten great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 19th at Westminster Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Michael Olmsted officiating. Interment will be at Fairview Cemetery, Oakland. Visitation will be on Sunday, June 18th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and at the church for one hour before the service on Monday morning.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home
Also see: Austin Daily Herald website, 19 JUN 2017

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Margaret Ellen Bergstrom, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 14, 2017, at her home.

Margaret was born August 5, 1927, in Janesville, Minnesota, to Hector and Mary Ellen (Goebel) Seys. They moved to Waterville, Minnesota, and farmed. They moved to Austin in 1942. Margaret graduated from Pacelli High School in 1945. She worked at Hormel; that is where she met Norbert Bergstrom and they married on April 16, 1947, at St. Augustine Catholic Church. They lived their married life on Route No. 4, also known as “Old Plymouth Avenue.” Margaret was a homemaker and later worked at Comforcare Nursing home for several years.

Maggie “B” loved her country home that Norb and she built 64 years ago. She loved gardening, canning pickles, baking, and writing postcards and letters. Her family was her life. She always had coffee made and a sweet treat for all those that stopped by.

Survivors include eight children, Monica Grimm, Ronald (Mary Gaye) Bergstrom, RJ (Dedee) Bergstrom, and Terri Bergstrom, all of Austin, Pam (Mike) Brady, Rochester, Minnesota, Jeff Bergstrom, Litchfield, Minnesota, Lori (Theresa) Mellin, Richfield, Minnesota, Terri Bergstrom; 15 grandchildren; 22 great -grandchildren; four siblings, Kate (Ray) Hansen, Waterville, Lucille (Cliff) Paulick, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and Juliann Seys and Eddie Seys, both of Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 JUN 2017

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Margaret Ellen Bergstrom, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, June 14, 2017, unexpectedly at her home.

Margaret was born Aug. 5, 1927, in Janesville, Minnesota, to Hector and Mary Ellen (Goebel) Seys. They moved to Waterville, Minnesota, and farmed. They moved to Austin in 1942. Margaret graduated from Pacelli High School in 1945. She worked at Hormel, that is where she met Norbert Bergstrom and they married on April 16, 1947, at St. Augustine Catholic Church. They lived their married life on Rt. No. 4 or also known as “Old Plymouth Avenue.” Margaret was a homemaker and later worked at Comforcare Nursing home for several years. Maggie “B” loved her country home that Norb and she built 64 years ago. She loved gardening, canning pickles, baking, writing postcards and letters. Her family was her life. She always had coffee made and a sweet treat for all those that stopped by.

Survivors include seven children, Monica Grimm, Ronald (Mary Gaye) Bergstrom, RJ (Dedee) Bergstrom, all of Austin, Pam (Mike) Brady of Rochester, Minnesota, Jeff Bergstrom of Litchfield, Minnesota, Lori (Theresa) Mellin of Richfield, Minnesota, and Terri Bergstrom of Austin; 15 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; four siblings, Kate (Ray) Hansen of Waterville, Lucille (Cliff) Paulick of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Juliann Seys and Eddie Seys, both of Austin.

She is preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Norbert Bergstrom; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Agnes (Hoban) Bergstrom; infant sister, Pearl Seys; parents, Hector and Mary Ellen Seys; great-grandson, Ellis Bergstrom; daughter-in-law, Jeanne Bergstrom.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Monday, June 19, 2017, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father John Traufler officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 JUN 2017

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Derek Alan McAlister, 39, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away at home Wednesday, June 14, 2017.

Derek was born February 12, 1978, in Austin, to Larry and Pam (Opsahl) McAlister. He grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1997 before attending Riverland Community College and Winona State for one year. Derek worked as a cook and in the restaurant fast food industry as a manager. He enjoyed working with customers and would often talk about his elderly “regulars” who came in to see him. Derek had a dog named Bella that was his baby. He loved animals.

Derek had a love for theater and enjoyed singing. He performed in Matchbox Children’s plays, The Halloween Warm up at the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, and was involved in Austinaires. Derek loved playing bingo, and his “bingo ladies,” as he called them, loved him! His kind, generous soul always brought a smile to their faces. Derek was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and loved watching football with his father. He loved watching and having discussion about any sport. Derek loved politics and was a passionate debater.

He was not afraid to stand up for what he believed strongly in. Derek enjoyed going to concerts, especially country concerts. He adored Reba McEntire! Derek had a love for cooking and trying out new recipes, and took pleasure in cooking for neighbors, friends, and family. Derek had a strong faith, and attended church at Cornerstone Church in Austin. His faith and his family were two of the most important things to him. Derek will be remembered for his kind, compassionate and caring spirit. Life was difficult for him at times, but he loved his family, especially his Grandma and Grandpa McAlister.

Derek is survived by his parents, Larry and Pam (Opsahl) McAlister; his sister, Michelle Christgau and fiancé Brandon Downs; sister, Tami Ongoto and Ryan Loechler; grandmother, Jeannine McAlister; grandmother Bonnie Wiste; grandparent Elmer Opsahl (Tove); two nieces, Lexie McAlister and Melia Ongoto; four nephews, Christopher Ongoto, Alex Ongoto, Daniel and Brock Christgau; special sister, Melissa Hanson; brother-in-law, Nick Ongoto; special friend, Angie Bailey, and his faithful companion, Bella. Derek also had many special friends at the Twin Towers where he lived.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Lawrence McAlister; and cousin, Keith Wood-Hulst.

Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, June 19, 2017, at Cornerstone Church in Austin with Pastor David Simerson officiating. The McAlister family will greet friends from 1 to 3 p.m. on Monday at the church prior to the service.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 17 JUN 2017

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U.S. VETERAN

July 22, 1948 - June 16, 2017

James Allen Wolf was born in Austin, Minnesota, on July 22, 1948 and died on June 16, 2017 in Leland, Iowa.

Jim was employed at Hormel and at the Post Office. He enjoyed his work as a teacher at Arcadia Catholic School and at an Indian Reservation in Montana. He was employed at Winnebago and as a custodian at churches in the Leland and Forest City area. Jim served in the Army and was stationed in Germany.

Jim was preceded in death by: father (Albert), mother (Catherine), sisters (Dorothy and Geraldine), brothers-in-law (Leo Hemann, Harvey Anderson, Arnold Stanek, Elmer Klapperick.

He is survived by his sisters: Veronica (Anderson), Marion (Stanek), Jeanette (Klapperick), JoAnn (Holgate); brothers: Albert Wolf and Robert Wolf along with many nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. Cavalry Cemetery in Austin, Minnesota.

SOURCE: Mason City Globe Gazette website, 20 JUN 2017

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James Allen Wolf

James Allen Wolf, 68, of Leland, Iowa, died June 16, 2017.

He was born on July 22, 1948, in Austin, Minnesota. Jim was employed at Hormel and at the U. S. Post Office. He enjoyed his work as a teacher at Arcadia Catholic School and at an Indian reservation in Montana. He was employed at Winnebago and as a custodian at churches in the Leland and Forest City, Iowa, area. Jim served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany.

He is survived by his sisters, Veronica Anderson, Marion Stanek, Jeanette Klapperick and JoAnn Holgate; brothers, Albert Wolf and Robert Wolf; and many nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by: his father, Albert; mother, Catherine; sisters, Dorothy and Geraldine; and brothers-in-law, Leo Hemann, Harvey Anderson, Arnold Stanek and Elmer Klapperick.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 22, 2017, at Cavalry Cemetery in Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 JUN 2017

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Patricia L. Peterson, 80, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, died Sunday, June 18, 2017 at her home.

Patricia was born July 4, 1936, in Albert Lea, the daughter of Reynold Pederson and Avis (Hanson). She attended Albert Lea public schools. She was united in marriage to Harvey Reb who died at an early age. She then was married to Donald R. Peterson. Patricia lived in Austin, Minnesota, for many years, moving back to Albert Lea in 1987. She had been employed for a time at Land-O-Lakes, then with Tyson Foods in quality control for over 30 years retiring in 1999.

Patricia loved feeding and watching birds, yard work, crossword puzzles and adult color books. She had a great passion for reading and loved reading her Bible.

Patricia is survived by her sons, Allan Reb of Iowa Falls, Iowa, and Timothy Peterson of St. Louis Park, Minnesota; grandchildren, Jeremy Forrester, Jeremiah Reb and Sarah Reb; great-grandchildren, Elijah, Josiah and Jaxson Reb; one brother, David (Nancy) Pederson of Clarks Grove, Minnesota; one sister, Susan (Mark) Evenson of Alden, Minnesota; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Harvey Reb and Donald Peterson; sons, Jerome Scott Reb and Randall Reb; stepfather, Reynold Pederson; and her grandparents.

Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 24, 2017, at the West Freeborn Lutheran Church rural Albert Lea. Pastor Steve Schwartz will officiate. Friends may greet the family one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the West Freeborn Cemetery.

Memorials preferred to the West Freeborn Lutheran Church handicap fund.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 JUN 2017

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Barbara A. (Schmeling) Eddy, 77, of Georgetown, Texas, formerly of rural Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died Friday afternoon, June 16, 2017, at her home in Georgetown.

Barbara Ann was born February 8, 1940, in Waltham Township, Mower County, Minnesota, to Melvin L. and Mildred E. (Jukes) Schmeling. Barb graduated from Blooming Prairie High School. She was united in marriage to Donald Lee Eddy on May 27, 1972, in Lakewood, Colorado. Barb and Don resided in Longmont, Colorado, from 1972 to 1978, then Tucson, Arizona, until moving to Georgetown in 1991. During her years in Texas, Barb wrote technical manuals for IBM. She enjoyed baking, gardening, and flowers. Barb was a longtime member of St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Waltham, Minnesota.

Barb is survived by her husband, Don of Georgetown; sons, Troy David of Honolulu, Hawaii, and Craig Donald (Nora) of Friendswood, Texas; brothers, Robert (Elaine) Schmeling of Blooming Prairie, Donald (Cheryl) Schmeling of Sumter, South Carolina; three grandchildren, Christopher, Elizabeth, and Patricia; nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Roger Schmeling.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 24, 2017, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Waltham, Minnesota, with the Rev. Richard Hegal officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday, June 23, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and will continue on Saturday afternoon for one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be in St. Michael’s Church Cemetery. Memorials in Barb’s memory may be directed to The ALS Association. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 JUN 2017

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Harold L. Trimble, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, June 17, 2017, at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Harold was born on June 1, 1926, in Mason City, Iowa, to Gerald and Dorothy (Baker) Trimble. He attended school in Austin and after serving in the U.S. Army for two years during World War II, he returned to Austin High School and graduated in 1947. He married Darlene Baldner on July 9, 1948.

He was a co-founder of Trimble’s Cycle Center and also worked at Hormel Foods for 40 years. Harold was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, the Moose Club, the VFW, and the American Legion.

Harold was a trains, planes, and automobiles aficionado. Harold enjoyed softball, bowling, football, and any sort of sport. He played softball for the Moose and won a state championship in 1958. He loved bowling so much he put a full-length bowling alley in their home. Track was another of his favorite sports and he was told by his sergeant in the Army that he ran like Glen Cunningham (world record holder in 1934).

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Richard and David; and sister, Charlene.

Harold is survived by his wife, Darlene Trimble, Austin; children, Thom and Corrie Trimble, Northfield, Minnesota, Terry and Kathy Trimble, Walker, Minnesota, Vicki Trimble (Curt Hanna), Austin, Wendy and Darrell Hightshoe, Backus, Minnesota, and Tim and Barb Trimble, Austin; grandchildren, Jaime Trimble, Mandy Leonard, Josh Godfredson, Rona Scribner, Jennifer Cushing, Nate Trimble, MacKenzie Trimble and Jeremiah Trimble; seven great-grandchildren; his special little girl Abby; sisters, Julianne Renz, Waterloo, Iowa, and Geraldine Wolfe, Austin.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 22, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Robert Bailey officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with Austin Post #91 American Legion in charge of military rites. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and on Thursday for one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 JUN 2017

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Marianne Lees, 81, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away in her sleep early Monday morning, June 19, 2017, at her home.

Marianne was born in Hartland, Minnesota, on Feb. 1, 1936, to Carl and Olive Swanson. Following graduation from New Richland High School, she received her degree in elementary education at Mankato State University. While attending Mankato State, she met and married the love of her life, Richard Lees of Austin. She briefly taught kindergarten before starting a family.

Later in life she also worked as a paraprofessional for the Congregational Preschool in Austin. Marianne was a gentle soul who loved children and animals. Her priority was always her family and she was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She loved her flowers, her dogs, doll collecting, going to estate sales with her twin sister, Marilyn, her dance and home improvement shows, and listening to her favorite music. Her family and friends will miss her dearly.

She is survived by her husband, Richard Lees of Austin; three daughters, Pam (Brian) Koser of Austin, Patty (Doug) Kraushaar of Prior Lake, Minnesota, and Jenny (Rodney) Chaffee of Fridley, Minnesota; six grandchildren, Amy (Scott) Barvir of Des Moines, Iowa, Britney (Austin) Haugh of Prior Lake, Jon (Mikayla) Koser of Madison, Wisconsin, David Koser, Austin, Wyatte and Allison Chaffee of Fridley; one sister, Sue (Barry) Heilman of Albert Lea, Minnesota and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Olive Swanson; sister, Betty Schillberg; and twin sister, Marilyn (Jim) Srsen.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 23, 2017, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Karen Behling officiating. The Lees family will greet friends from 9 to 11 a.m. on Friday at the church prior to the service. Interment will be at a later date.

Memorials can be directed to the Mower County Humane Society, Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, or recipient of donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 JUN 2017
Also see: Austin Daily Herald website, 22 JUN 2017

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William Leroy Lloyd, 76, of Austin, Minnesota, and Brownsville, Texas, passed away in Brownsville on May 8, 2017.

Bill was born on October 28, 1940, in Mankato, Minnesota, to Leslie and Leona Lloyd. He graduated from Lake Crystal High School in 1958 and earned his bachelor’s degree from Minnesota State University Mankato in science education and two masters degrees from Minnesota State University Mankato (biology) and the University of Idaho (chemistry).

Bill married his high school sweetheart, Judith Kollman, on August 24, 1963. Bill began his teaching career in Dawson, Minnesota, before settling in Austin, where he taught at Austin High School for 35 years.

Bill and Judy were blessed with four wonderful children, William, David, Michael and Christopher.

Once Bill retired from teaching, they spent much of their time at their home in Brownsville.

In addition to teaching, Bill was a dedicated high school coach, coaching football, basketball and golf. Bill enjoyed golfing, fishing, watching his favorite sports teams and spending time with family and friends. The most important thing in his life was his family. He was a dedicated husband, loving father and wonderful grandpa.

Bill will be deeply missed and remembered always by his loving wife, Judy Lloyd; children, William (Joanna), David (Maria), Michael (Emily), Christopher (Lindsey); grandchildren, Evan, McKenzie, Kendel, Haley, Sydney, Jaxon, Jasmine, Alexandra, Ryley, Christian, and Olivia; one great-grandson, Bryden; two sisters, Judith (Bob) Schroeder, and Carol (Linus) Krahling; and many loving relatives and friends.

A celebration of Bill’s life will be held from 3-5 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, in the Harvest Room at the Holiday Inn Conference Center in Austin. Memorials are preferred to the Packers Boys’ Basketball program at Austin High School.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 JUN 2017

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Robert James Thomas, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, June 17, 2017, at Our House Senior Living.

Bob was born February 27, 1930, in Austin, to Forrest “Emmet” and Edna (Crilly) Thomas. He grew up in Austin and graduated from St. Augustine (Pacelli) High School. Bob enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1948 and served in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey, and Germany. While stationed in Germany, he was manager of the NCO Club. Bob was discharged in 1952.

On Feb. 14, 1953, he was united in marriage to Donna Herr at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. Bob worked at Hormel Foods for 39 years and retired in 1986.

He was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, American Legion, and formerly the Eagles and the Moose. Bob enjoyed camping, traveling to all 50 states, Canada, and Europe. He was a member of the Hitchhiker Voyageurs Camping Club of Minnesota and at one time, sang with the Northwest Singers, Queen of Angels Choir and more recently with the Oaks Trio and the Young Oldies.

Survivors include his wife, Donna, Austin; sister, Shirley Adams and her children, Donald (Mona) Adams, Diane Aaby, Debra (Keith) Snyder, Darlene Edge, Donna (Doug) Loverink, David (Debbie) Adams, Denise (Bob) Heimerman, and Danette (Jon) Nemitz.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, LaVerne Adams.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 22, 2017, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Raul Silva officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post #91.

Memorials are preferred to Queen of Angels Catholic Church, Parkinson’s research, or Lewy Bodies Dementia research.

A special thanks to the staff at Our House and St. Croix Hospice Care.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 JUN 2017

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Eunice Maxine Harris, 100, died Friday, January 6, 2016, in Monroe, Michigan.

Eunice was born November 22, 1916, to Carl Edwin and Nellie Charlotte (Peterson) Easton in Freeborn County near Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. Eunice graduated from Blooming Prairie High School at the age of 16, skipping two grades in school. She went on to attend Business College in Mankato, Minnesota.

Eunice married DeLos Harris on May 5, 1945, at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. DeLos finished his service duty in California and then they moved back to Minnesota. Eunice worked as a secretary at Wilson and Company in Albert Lea, Minnesota, the Veteran Service Office and the Norwest (US Bank) in Austin.

Eunice’s hobbies were cooking, gardening, genealogy and quilting. She published three genealogy books. In May 2000, she traveled to Norway. She saw the three farms her grandparents had been born on and met family. Eunice moved to be closer to her daughter and family in Michigan at Christmas 2011. Eunice was still a formidable opponent in checkers with her oldest great-grandson, Dirk, well into her upper 90s and enjoyed tea parties with her oldest granddaughter, Danica.

Eunice is survived by her daughter, JoAnn and her husband Russell Griebel; two grandchildren, Nicole Griebel Schnebele and her husband, Jens Christian, Zachary Russell and his wife, Elizabeth Ping Griebel; and five great-grandchildren, Dirk, Derek, Danica, Delilah and Dietrich Griebel. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband DeLos; brother Harlan; sister-in-law Pearl Harris; and brother-in-law Roger Harris.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday June 24, 2017, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with Pastor Karen Behling officiating. There will be a visitation one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 21 JUN 2017

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Camryn Louise Barnes passed away peacefully after her birth on June 10, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Austin.

She is survived by her parents, Ryan Barnes and Elizabeth Quirindongo, Austin; her sisters, Adalyn Sheldon and Brynleigh Salisbury, Austin; grandparents, Cindy McBein, Blackduck, Minnesota, Michael and Cathy Minor, Austin, and Robert Barnes, Rochester, Minnesota; great-grandparents, Darlene McBein, Austin, Alma Quirindongo, Puerto Rico, Orpheus and Carol Belden and Keith and Sharon Barnes, Austin; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her grandfathers, Leslie McBein and Catalino Quirindongo; and her aunt, Sarah Barnes.

A graveside service is planned for 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 24, at Calvary Cemetery in Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 22 JUN 2017

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Obituary for Judith Anne McDermott

November 2, 1947 - June 17, 2017

Judith A. McDermott, age 69, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, June 17, 2017 at Prairie Manor in Blooming Prairie.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 am on Saturday, July 15, 2017 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website

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Judith McDermott 1947-2017

Judith McDermott, 69 of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, June 17, 2017, at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota.

Judy was born November 2, 1947, in Austin, to Doris and John (Mick) McDermott.

Judy grew up in Austin and graduated in 1965 from Pacelli High School. She went to college at the College of St. Teresa in Winona, Minnesota.

Judy was a freelance editor for the Austin Daily Herald for 21 years. She then worked at Pearson's in Owatonna, Minnesota, as a graphic designer until her retirement in 2014.

Judy had many gifts and talents; she designed and made jewelry. Judy was well-known for her beautiful garden and her knowledge on the subject of gardening. She was always generous in sharing her flowers, plants and herbs with others. Her backyard was a beautiful oasis. Judy loved to cook and loved trying different recipes. She was the family historian for both sides of her family. She loved to travel, especially to Rome, Italy, where her brother Michael and his family lived.

Judy had a warm way about her and made everyone feel special. She had a fondness for cats and took in many strays over the years. She was survived by two cats Poppy and Rosie.

A trip to Judy's home was an adventure. She had an eclectic taste that took you from one thing to another. She loved to tell you the reason behind whatever your eyes were drawn to. She had a large collection of books that covered all topics of interest. Judy is on her next journey and will be missed by all who knew her and loved her. She had the best friends, neighbors, classmates, and loved ones who had such love and concern for her throughout her illness. We her family saw this and appreciate you all more than you will ever know.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents, Doris and John McDermott; brother, Michael McDermott and his wife Louise; nieces, Eliza Jones and Iris Jones; nephews, Griffith Jones and Alexander Jones; and cousins, Jim McDermott, Caron Jafodzinski, John (Lori) McDermott, Patrick (Erin) Donahoe, Tim (Karen) McDermott, Patrick (Annette) McDermott, Frank (Ann) Korth, Glen (Patti) Cole, John (Katie) Loxtercamp and Leroy (Laurie) Lierman.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, 2017, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Memorials for Judy can be made to; American Diabetes Association, PBC research, the American Liver Foundation, The Humane Society or any rescue organization of your choice.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 12 JULY 2017

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June 30, 1943 -- June 17, 2017 (age 73)

A celebration of life for Gayland Leigh Jones will be held at 11:00 A.M. on June 20, 2017 at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy. Visitation will be 5-7 P.M. on Monday at the funeral home in LeRoy. Burial will take place at a later date in the Bloomfield Cemetery, Bloomfield Township.

Gayland Jones, age 73, of Spring Valley and formerly of Harmony died June 17, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Hospital – St Marys Campus.

He was born June 30, 1943 in Rochester to Lester and Alta (Larson) Jones. Gayland attended and and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1960. He continued his education at the University of MN and continued to live in Minneapolis until 1967 when he moved to California where he lived in the Los Angeles area until 1984 when he returned to Minnesota. Over the years Gayland worked for Caterpillar, G.E., worked in collections, farmed and worked as a photographer. He enjoyed going to auctions, buying things and going out to eat. He had a wonderful laugh and a gift for telling stories.

He is survived by two sisters, Joyce Pogers of Danbury, CT and Ann (Bob) Reynolds of LeRoy, MN; a brother Lon (Judy) Jones of Rochester, MN; one nephew, Mark (Janna) Pogers and their daughter Audrianna of Wake Forest, NC, and a niece, Heather (Rob) Potteiger and their son Aiden of Maple Grove, MN.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a great-nephew Maxwell Reid.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website

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March 6, 1957 -- June 13, 2017 (age 60)

Memorial Mass for Diane M. (Stier) Hodge will be held 10:30 A.M. Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at St. Finbarr Catholic Church in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, with Father Marreddy Pothireddy. Visitation will be held 5-8 P.M. on Monday June 19, 2017 at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow. The Rosary will be recited at 4:30 P.M. at the funeral home. Visitation will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday.

Diane Marie (Stier) Hodge, age 60, of Rochester, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, June 13, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospital St Marys Campus in Rochester.

She was born on March 6, 1957 in Rochester, Minnesota, to Jerry and Helen (Christopherson) Stier, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota. She attended and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1975 and continued her education at Mankato State University.

Diane was an avid volunteer with various groups and organizations. She enjoyed the sunshine, being outdoors, gardening, bike riding, walking, reading and sharing any photos she could of her two sons and grandsons. Anyone who met Diane felt loved and encouraged. She was a ray of sunshine and cheerleader to everyone she met and will be dearly missed.

She is survived by her two sons Brandon and Adam Keil of Houston, TX, and two adorable grandsons, David and Daniel also of Houston, TX; her mother Helen Stier, and four siblings, Craig (Carol) Stier, Deb (Randy) Queensland, Jane (Jeff) Lund and Jill (Mike) Smith all of Grand Meadow, MN. She was also the beloved aunt of six nephews and five nieces. Diane was preceded in death by her father Jerry Stier.

Memorials may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website

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May 10, 1922 -- June 7, 2017 (age 95)

Private family services will be held at a later date for Eugenia Kahl Bush,

Euginia Kahl Bush, age 95, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, died June 7, 2017, at Grand Meadow Health Care Center in Grand Meadow.

She was born May 10, 1922 in Austin, Minnesota, to Henry and Erma (Douglas) Weseman. Eugenia attended and graduated from Austin High School and went on to continue her education at Austin State Junior College.

Eugenia was united in marriage to Darrel Kahl. He passed away in 1989. She later married Victor Bush, He passed away in 2005.

She was a member of Grand Meadow Lutheran Church, she loved dogs, and enjoyed painting, playing cards, writing and building dog houses. She also had the pleasure of spending winters in Mission, Texas, for over 40 years.

She is survived by one son, Mike Kahl; and grandchildren: Jeffrey Kahl, Christopher Kahl, James, Patty and Nicholas; she is also survived by nine great-grandchildren.

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website

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January 8, 1925 -- June 4, 2017 (age 92)

Funeral services for Bonnie L. McFarlane will be 10:30 A.M. Monday June 12, 2017 at First Presbyterian Church in LeRoy with Rev. John Kerr officiating. Visitation will be held 4-6 p.m. Sunday June 11, 2017 at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy and will continue for 1 hr prior to the service at the church on Monday.

Bonnie McFarlane, age 92, of LeRoy, Minnesota, died June 4, 2017 at Fairview Care Center in Dodge Center, Minnesota.

Bonnie Lee Orum was born January 8, 1925, in Vernon Springs, Iowa, to Paul and Grace (Powers) Orum. She attended and graduated from Cresco High School. On March 3, 1946, Bonnie was united in marriage to Laurel McFarlane in Riceville, Iowa. They lived in Iowa for 12 years and in Fountain, Minnesota, for 23 years. Laurel was a dairy farmer and Bonnie would help where she could on the farm whether it be helping to clean the milk equipment or cooking for the guys. Bonnie was not only a farm wife but a teacher as well. She loved to spend her time reading books and her bible and doing many jigsaw puzzles.

Bonnie is survived by her children: Shelby (Boyd) Winslow of Claremont, MN, and Terry (Deborah Lund) McFarlane of San Antonio, TX; five grandchildren: Rebecca, Andrea, Matthew, Tucker, and Dustin; six great-grandchildren: Laurellee Delia, Nyla, Clara, Opal, Ivy, and Martin Sawyer; brothers: Manley (Norma) Orum of Waterloo, IA, Don Orum of CA, Earl (Bev) Orum of CA, Bud (Pat) Orum of Waterloo, IA; and sister Eleanor (Bill) Ortman of Emmetsburg, IA.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Laurel, and seven siblings.

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home

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August 31, 1921 - June 09, 2017

U.S. Veteran

Arnold Henry Matter, 95, of Waltham, Minnesota, passed away on June 9, 2017, at Field Crest Care Center in Hayfield, Minnesota.

Arnold was born on August 31, 1921, the son of Herman and Anna (Milius) Matter in Waltham, Minnesota.

He served in the U.S. Army from 1942-1946. He was united in marriage to Leola Frese Howe on December 19, 1971.

Arnold lived all of his life in Waltham and worked in plumbing and heating. Arnold enjoyed fishing and his cabin on Lake Vermillion.

Arnold is survived by his son, James Howe, and daughter, Linda (Gary) Bork, both of St. Ansgar, Iowa; six grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and one sister, Anita Senjem, Hayfield, MN, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Leola in 2008; two sisters, Beata Juhnke and Tillie Paape; one brother, Russell; and one great-grandson, Jordan Howe.

The funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 15, 2017, at St. Michael's Lutheran Church, 30450~570th Avenue, Waltham, MN, with Reverend Dwight DoBell officiating. Vistitation will be one hour before the service at the church.

Interment will be in the church cemetery with Military Honors by the Hayfield American Legion, Rothie Post 330.

Czaplewski Family Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

Blessed be his memory.

SOURCE: Czaplewski Funeral Home

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U.S. VETERAN

Gerald A. “Jerry” Johnson, 64, of Austin, Minnesota, died June 21, 2017, at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

He was born in Austin on Oct. 25, 1952, to Charles E. and Madelyn (Smith) Johnson.

Jerry attended Austin High School then enlisted in the U.S. Army on Feb. 24, 1970, and served until July 27, 1972. He married Wendy Tollefson and they later divorced, but had a loving son, Shane Johnson. He worked for Austin Bowl for years and did a lot of painting for people.

At a young age he loved to ride horses and go to horse shows. He really enjoyed fishing all his life.

Survivors include his son, Shane Johnson; granddaughter, Elizabeth; parents, Charles Johnson and Madelyn Gilbertson; siblings, Cheryl (Mike) Nelson, Linda (Larry) Barclay, Gail (Dan) Nasby, Bobbie Jo Utzka, Walter (Carol) Gilbertson, and Wayne (Mary) Gilbertson; a very special uncle, Arnie Johnson; many nieces and nephews; and special friend, Jill.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Johnson; brother, Jim Johnson; sisters, Renae Holzpfel and Chris Shocker; and brother-in-law, David Utzka.

Memorial services will be held at noon on Thursday, June 29, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Elizabeth Endicott officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be for one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 24 JUN 2017

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Funeral notice: Gerald A. ‘Jerry’ Johnson, 64

Gerald A. “Jerry” Johnson, 64, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, June 21, 2017, at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Service: A memorial service will be held at noon on Thursday, June 29, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Elizabeth Endicott officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be for one hour before the service.

Interment: Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 28 JUN 2017

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U.S. VETERAN

Mitchel G. “Mick” Stethem, 84, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, June 22, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

Mitchel was born July 2, 1932, to Cecil and Alice (Fellwock) Stethem in Fonda, Iowa. Mick grew up and attended school in Marathon, Iowa. He entered military service in the United States Navy in 1950 during the Korean Conflict. Following his honorable discharge in 1954, he returned to Minneapolis, Minnesota, and began a long career as a semi-truck driver.

Mick was united in marriage to Carol Bostrack on May 2, 1959, in Storm Lake, Iowa. They resided in Minneapolis, where Mick worked many years for Hunt Trucking, and various other companies in Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota, before retiring in 1996. In retirement, Mick volunteered his time at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis. He and Carol enjoyed working estate sales and delivering meals on wheels. They especially enjoyed time spent at their hobby farm near Chatfield. He was a longtime member of Teamsters No. 120 in St. Paul and VFW Post No. 1216 in Austin.

Mick is survived by his wife, Carol; daughters, Cindy Stethem and Susan (Hector) Aguilar; grandchildren, Jamie and Samantha; and great-granddaughter, Ivy; siblings Richard (Pat) Stethem, Karen (John) Solis, Jimmy (Shirley) Stethem, and Linda Stethem; sisters-in-law, Kathy (Greg) Brown, and Jane Ryan; special neighbors Dick and Donna Klug and Vince and Carol Pieper. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Billy Stethem, Donna ReMillard, and Pat McLain; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Clifford and Melba Bostrack. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mark Niethammer officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday afternoon from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with military honors by VFW Post 1216 of Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 24 JUN 2017

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U.S. VETERAN

Vera Hildreth Pace Carney, 95, a longtime resident of Austin, Minnesota, died on Sunday, Dec. 11, 2016, from complications of dementia in Portland, Oregon.

Vern was born on Sept. 27, 1921, in Litchfield, Minnesota, the first of four children, to parents Marie and Leslie Hildreth. She was raised in and around Spirit Lake, Iowa. She moved to Austin with her family as a high school senior, but never forgot her classmates of the previous 12 years. For years she looked forward to the good times when they got together for school reunions. She told many stories about her wonderful friends and her life in Iowa. She always claimed her Class of 1939 was the best and brightest.

Vera enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in 1942 and was stationed in El Centro, California, for the duration of the war. There she met and married another young Marine far away from home, Millard Lee Pace. They had a daughter together, Alice Pace Talbott, but divorced soon after the war.

Vera was a resident of Austin from 1945 until her move to St. Paul, Minnesota, in 2008 to be near her sister, Alice. She had a variety of jobs in her many years in Austin. One of her most memorable and life-changing was a job at the Hormel plant just after World War II. It proved she had the strength and willingness to work hard and succeed. She soon enrolled in a two-year teaching course and ended up teaching in a one-room schoolhouse in the countryside of Mower County.

Vera took advantage of the GI Bill two years later and was off to college to pursue a degree in teaching. She got her bachelor’s degree at Iowa State Teacher’s College and her master’s degree in teaching from Minnesota State University at Mankato, Minnesota. She taught in the Austin Public Schools as a first-grade teacher for a number of years before going back to college, this time at the University of Minnesota to pursue her interest in library science.

After earning another master’s degree, she joined fellow teacher and friend, Margaret “Becky” Beck, and the two became Austin’s first elementary school librarians. They wrote a series of books on introducing elementary children to the library during their years together. The last job Vera held before retiring in 1981 was to set up a library for post-high school students at the Austin Area Vocational Technical Institute.

In 1980, Vera married Mort Carney, a long-time acquaintance and teacher and administrator in Austin schools. They had many wonderful times together, traveling, spending time with family, entertaining friends, gardening and yard work, bicycling, hiking through the Hormel Nature Center and just enjoying being together. Sadly, Mort died in July 1986, but Vera held many fond memories of their time together in her heart.

At the age of 80, in 2001, Vera decided to sell her house and move to an apartment in downtown Austin. Here she continued to visit friends and enjoyed being near the Elder Center, where she took many classes.

She moved again in 2008, to be closer to her sister, Alice, and many of her nieces, nephews, and their families. She made new friends at her independent living apartment, Summerhouse in Shoreview, Minnesota, and moved again, this time reluctantly, in 2015, to an assisted living facility some time after her sister moved there.

After Vera’s beloved sister, Alice, died in February 2016, she again reluctantly moved, this time to Portland, to be closer to her daughter, Alice. She was in a memory care facility there when she died.

Vera is survived by her only child, Alice Pace Talbott; her three grandchildren, Rebecca (Christopher Black) in Arizona, Benjamin (Ashley Lindberg) in Oregon, and Edward (Allison) and their family of three (her great-grandchildren) Cailyn, Colby and Camryn Jade, in southern California; her sister, Mary Herrick; and 12 loving nieces, nephews and their children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Leslie (wife Naomi); her sister, Alice Tedrow (husband, Richard); her brother-in-law, Robert Herrick; and her husband, Mort Carney.

Vera was a special lady and will be missed by all. The family hopes to share some of their favorite memories at her memorial service on July 1.

Her daughter, 12 nieces and nephews, three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren will meet with friends and family during a celebration of life at 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 1, at the First United Methodist Church in Austin. A lunch will be served at the church following the service. Interment will be at 1:30 p.m. at Oakwood Cemetery.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 24 JUN 2017

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John Bates Louden, 56, of Johnston, Iowa, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 20, 2017.

John was born March 28, 1961, in Austin, Minnesota, to Edward and Elizabeth Louden. He graduated from Austin Public High School, Austin Area Vocational-Technical Institute, and attended the University of Minnesota. Following college, he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS O’Brien. For the past 29 years John was employed with the United States Postal Service. On Feb. 14, 2004,

John and Mei were married in Stillwater, Minnesota. John and Mei were blessed with the birth of their son, Derek, in 2005. His hobbies included international travel, running marathons, and singing karaoke. John was born with a heart of gold and was always willing to help others unconditionally. He will be missed by all.

John is survived by his wife, Mei; son, Derek; mother, Elizabeth (Betty) Louden, Cambridge, Minnesota; sisters, Carmen (Dennis) Larrison, Rochester, Minnesota, Cathy (Wayne) Techau, Rochester, Carolyn (Chris) Trost, Stacy, Minnesota, and Connie Louden, Cambridge; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, 2017, in Austin at Todd Park, Pavilion One.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 24 JUN 2017

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Raymond B. Ondov, 90, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on Thursday June 22, 2017, in Hamilton, Montana. He was one of 10 children.

He was born Aug. 30, 1926. The family lived on a farm near Litchfield, Minnesota, which was lost because of the 1930’s economic depression. The family then moved to southeast Minneapolis, Minnesota.

When World War II began, Ray voluntarily joined the U.S. Navy in 1943 and served for almost four years. He was stationed in the South Pacific where he participated in five invasions and battle operations for which he was awarded three Bronze Battle Stars. His last battle operation was in Okinawa. He was honorably discharged in the fall of 1947.

On Sept. 15, 1951, Ray married the most gracious and loving Muriel D. Kvitrud. They were married more than 62 years. Muriel died on May 30, 2014. God blessed them with three wonderful children, Charles, Rebecca, and Julie.

Ray graduated from the University of Minnesota Law School in June 1954. He and Muriel moved to Austin, Minnesota, where Ray practiced law for 38 years with the firm of Alderson, Ondov, Leonard & Sween.

Ray was always a strong supporter of his hometown, Austin, and his church. Ray deeply loved his God, his wife and children, his family and Muriel’s family. In April of 2017, at 90 years old, Ray started on a new adventure. He moved to Hamilton, Montana, to live closer to his children. They enjoyed sharing together the last couple months of Ray’s life.

Survivors are his children, Charles R. (Cindy) Ondov of Missoula, Montana, Rebecca E. Ondov of Hamilton, and Julie A. Gutz (Michael) of Bemidji, Minnesota; his brother, James Ondov (Nancy) of Lakeville, Minnesota; and his sister Dorothy Nieting of Port Charlotte, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Muriel D. Ondov; his parents, Michael and Bertha; his brothers Harold, John, Emanuel, and Daniel; his sisters Leona Baluha, Mildred Bucholz, and Ruth Morrissey.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. July 1, 2017, at Faith Evangelical Free Church in Austin, with Pastor Mike Sager officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the memorial service. Private interment with military funeral honors will be held at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.

In lieu of flowers, Ray preferred memorials to: Faith Evangelical Free Church in Austin, or Gideons International.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 27 JUN 2017

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Arthur Monroe Augustin, 74, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, June 22, 2017, at The Cedars of Austin.

He was born Jan. 31, 1943, in Austin, the son of Reinhold and Frances (Stevens) Augustin. Art attended Austin Public Schools. He had several jobs including as a forklift driver for Cedar Valley Services and working at a grocery store in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. He married Ann Maricle. They had a daughter, Ginger. They were later divorced. He married Debra Hyland. They had a son, Randy. Debra died in 1987. He married Bertha Olson, and she died in 2016. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, bowling, playing cards and calling Bingo at the Cedars. He will be missed by his relatives and friends.

He is survived by his daughter, Ginger (Mike) Williams; son, Randy Augustin; grandchildren, Henry, Jasper and Rebecca Augustin, Anthony (Kelli) Zvorak and Kenna Augustin; great-grandchild; Hali Jo Zvorak; brothers, Fred (Deloras) Augustin and Paul (Mary) Augustin; sisters, Carol (Orpheus) Belden and Louise Lingbeck; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents,;his wives; Ann, Debra and Bertha; an infant sister, Sharon; and his brother-in-law, Del Lingbeck.

A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m., on Thursday, June 29, 2017, in the Community Room at The Cedars of Austin. The family will greet friends at 1 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery at a later date. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 27 JUN 2017

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