Jean H. Nelson, 95, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017, at Auburn Manor Care Center in Chaska, Minnesota.

Jean Harriet Schubert was born Feb. 13, 1922, in Caledonia, Minnesota, to Edward P. and Hilda C. (Nupson) Schubert. Following her graduation from Austin High School, Jean went to work for Hormel Foods Corporation. She married John L. Nelson on Dec. 30, 1939, in Iowa. The couple moved to Redwood Falls, Minnesota, and then to Oakland, California, to work in the shipyards.

They returned to the Austin area in 1945. John passed away in 1986. Jean like to work with her hands, and especially enjoyed handiwork like hardanger and tatting. She also liked to knit and crochet. As a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Jean belonged to the WELCA Circle and volunteered in the church office. She will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her sons, Jon L. Nelson of Minnetonka, Minnesota, and Kirk E. Nelson of Visalia, California; her daughters, Janice H. McKay of Chaska, Hjordis (Jordan A. “Jim”) Glover of Wayzata, Minnesota, Pamela M. (Kenneth) Campbell of Las Vegas, Nevada; nine grandchildren, Stacey Bosacker, Shauna Koop, John E. McKay, Cathryn J. Thrasher, Crystalyn J. Glover, Catey Nelson, Ali Nelson, Jesse Campbell, Kirk E. Campbell; and 18 great-grandchildren. Jean was preceded in death by her parents; her husband John; her grandson, Dr. Chad Nelson; and her sister, Genevieve Johnson.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Burial will follow at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

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, 19 AUG 2017

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James B. “Jim” Hagelund, 77, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, Aug. 21, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospitals – Saint Marys Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Jim was born March 22, 1940, in Austin to Jonas and Mina (Hovland) Hagelund. He attended Austin High School and was a member of the class of 1958. Jim married Joan (Fraser) Blanchfield on March 30, 1979, at Crane Community Chapel. He was a self-employed house painter and a caregiver. He served as an election judge for the city of Austin and Mower County, he was a member of the VFW Auxiliary and he was a lifelong Democrat.

Jim enjoyed biking, watching the Twins and Vikings, playing pool at the Vets and playing bingo. He liked to read and keep abreast of the news. He passed on his love of trains and fishing to his grandson, Matt.

Jim is survived by his mother, Mina “Mitzi” Hagelund Plath, Austin; siblings, Marlene Schmidt, Okoboji, Iowa; Mary Jo Dobson, Nelson, Wisconsin; Jon (Jeanine Hartman) Hagelund, New Mexico; and Karen (Jim Peterson) Hagelund, San Francisco, California; stepdaughter, Lisa Bandel, Northfield, Minnesota; stepgrandchildren, Matt (Natasha) Blanchfield, Milaca, Minnesota, and Katie Bandel, Webster, Wisconsin; many nieces and nephews; and his special friend, Anita Deyo, Austin.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jonas Hagelund; and his wife, Joan, in 1996.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 29, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Susan Rector Li officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Tuesday.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 25 AUG 2017

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Josephine Ann Millenacker (nee Bellin), 94, passed away peacefully on Aug. 19, 2017, at a senior care facility in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

Service: 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 26 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with Pastor Don Eslinger officiating.

Visitation: One hour before the service on Saturday.

Interment: At Calvary Cemetery.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 25 AUG 2017

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Josephine Ann Millenacker

December 07, 1922 - August 19, 2017

Josephine Ann Millenacker (nee Bellin), age 94, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2017 at a senior care facility in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

Jo Millenacker was born on December 7, 1922, on a farm near Waltham, Minnesota. She grew up experiencing the Great Depression of the 1930’s and was a witness to the aftermath following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on her 19th birthday. She attended High School in Hayfield, Minnesota. Jo was a member of “The Greatest Generation.” She worked at the Hormel plant in Austin, Minnesota during the war years.

She married Vincent (Dick) Joseph Millenacker, a US Army Air Corp veteran following WW II on July 14, 1946, at Queen of Angels Church in Austin. They were married for 45 years. Their marriage was blessed with two sons, Ricky in 1948, and Daniel in 1957. Jo and Dick lived in Austin their entire married life.

Jo spent the late-1960’s into the 1990’s working part-time as a retail clothing clerk at J.C. Penney and Leuthold Clothiers in Austin. Jo enjoyed baking and was known by all for the delicious cookies and cakes that she enjoyed making for family and friends. She loved being outside doing yardwork or just enjoying the outdoors from her patio during the summer months from her beautiful home overlooking East Side Lake.

Jo was preceded in death by her husband Dick (1920 – 1991), mother Emma M. (Paape) Bellin (1889 – 1973), father Ted J. Bellin (1891 – 1963), and brother Walter A. Bellin (1918 – 1959).

Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Rick (Linda), and Daniel (Karen), Bloomington, MN, together with four grandchildren and spouses Scott (Jeanne) of Prior Lake, Todd (Laura) of Savage, Jason (Kaitlyn), of Minneapolis, and Alicia of Sarasota, FL, together with three great grandchildren (Lexi, Levi and Sierra) and many nephews and nieces. Jo had many friends and was loved by all. She will be greatly missed.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 26th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with Pastor Don Eslinger officiating. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Saturday.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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Funeral Notice--

Daniel L. Cotter, 74, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday Aug. 20, 2017, at him home.

Service: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin, with Father Jim Steffes officiating.

Visitation: 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with a prayer service at 7 p.m., and one hour prior to the service on Monday.

Interment: Calvary Cemetery, Austin.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 25 AUG 2017

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Daniel Lloyd Cotter, 74, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017, at his home with family by his side, exactly two months to the day of his pancreatic cancer diagnosis.

Dan was born August 4, 1943, in Austin, to Mary and Lloyd Cotter. He grew up on the family farm southwest of Austin, and graduated from Pacelli High School in 1961. Dan attended St. Thomas University for two years, then transferred to South Dakota State where he graduated with a bachelor of science degree in agriculture and animal science.

On Dec. 20, 1969, he was united in marriage to Sheila Donovan. Dan and Sheila were married for almost 25 years, and enjoyed their children, son Casey and daughter Cara. Sheila and Dan later divorced.

Dan attended St. Edward and St. Augustine Catholic churches of Austin and was a devout supporter of Austin Pacelli High School where his children and grandchildren also graduated.

At the age of 26, after the sudden death of his father, Dan took over the family farm which has been, and will continue to be in the Cotter family for generations. Dan loved the land and took pride in agronomy, the science of soil management and crop production, which was evident by his lifelong commitment to the farm. Dan took great pride in his seed and chemical business and enjoyed serving his customers for over 30 years, some of whom continued to seek his advice in the recent years after his retirement.

He is survived by his son, Casey (Kasey); daughter, Cara (Tim); six grandchildren, Ashtin, Jordan, Kyler, Abby, Norah and Quinn; sister, Mary Joan Balow (Richard); nieces, Susan O’Connor (Joe), Kristin Giles (Dan), and their children; special friend, Sharon Miller; and special four-legged friend, Goldy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lloyd and Mary (Lickteig) Cotter; many wonderful aunts including his special aunt, Rita Lickteig; uncles; cousins; nieces; nephews.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at St. Augustine where there will be a 7 p.m. prayer service, and also one hour before the service at St. Augustine on Monday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Mayer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences maybe left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 27 AUG 2017

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Alan Lee Yates, 73 of Brownsdale, Minnesota, died Saturday, Aug. 5, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System Austin.

Alan was born Dec. 17, 1943, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Milton and Rosemary (Doran) Yates. He grew up in the Milwaukee area, where he attended Christian school and graduated from high school. Alan enjoyed a long career in sales. He held various sales positions throughout his career including serving as sales manager for Reinhart Foods in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, and later forming Kids Konnection of La Crosse which sold and delivered food to day care providers in Minnesota and Wisconsin.

On Dec. 31, 1997, Alan was united in marriage to Lynda Lee Brant Augustin at Shepherd of the Hills in Onalaska, Wisconsin. Alan developed an excellent reputation for his knowledge and honesty in his antique business, Antiques To Rummage, of Brownsdale. Al was an active member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Brownsdale. He loved his Savior and knew he would one day be with Him in Heaven. Blessed be to God. Everyone who knew Alan loved him, and will remember him for his exuberant laugh.

Alan is survived by his wife, Lynda Lee of Brownsdale; his children, Jacquelyn (Alden) Pearson, Gina (Scott) Prince, Nicholas Alan (Crystal) Yates, and Maggie Louis Yates; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; sister, Diane (Dave) Beaversdorf; and puppies, Bingo and Bandit!

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, John Yates.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Brownsdale with Pastor Prigge officiating. Alan’s family will greet friends Friday morning at church from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. prior to the service. Lunch and fellowship will immediately follow 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, 27 AUG 2017

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Marlys Willa Golberg, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017, at the Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

Marlys was born July 27, 1939, in Austin, to William and Leona (Johnson) Skov. Following her graduation from Lyle High School in 1957, she went on to college at Minnesota State University, Mankato to earn her bachelor’s degree in nursing. On Aug. 12, 1961, Marlys was united in marriage to Rodney Golberg. Together the couple raised two sons.

She was a surgical floor nurse in Louisville, Kentucky, Waverly, Iowa, and Little Falls, Minnesota. She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church First Lutheran in Little Falls, a past member of Redeemer Lutheran in Waverly; also, the Waverly Country Club and Mower County Horticultural Society. Marlys enjoyed bowling, gardening, cooking, knitting, and playing cards. She found great joy in attending her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events and loved spending lake outings and family time on Roosevelt Lake. Her family and friends will miss her dearly.

Marlys is survived by her sons, Todd Golberg of Eagan, Minnesota, and Bradley (Susan) of Lakeville, Minnesota; five grandchildren, Jacob, Nicholas, Caleb, Austin, and Jordan; brother, Roger (Cindy) Skov of Austin; and niece, Julie (Tim) Zaviska of Rosemount, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Rodney Golberg; her sister, Shirley Burney; two brothers, Eugene Skov and Stuart Skov; and nephew, Tony Burney.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. The Golberg family will greet friends from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 27 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Rose Creek Enterprise Cemetery in rural Austin.

Memorials can be directed to the Arthritis Foundation or St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

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, 27 AUG 2017

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Franklin Joseph “Frank” Waletzki, 77, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, at Our House Memory Care in Austin.

The youngest of six children, Frank was born Jan. 25, 1940, in Brownsdale, Minnesota, to Anton and Catherine (Braun) Waletzki.

He was married to Delores (Maxfield) for over 50 years. He worked as a machinist for Lou-Rich in Albert Lea, Minnesota, until his retirement in 2005.

Frank loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed fishing and hunting, particularly the annual opening day in Ely with his extended family. In retirement, Frank also enjoyed traveling with his wife Delores.

Frank is survived by his wife: Delores Waletzki, Austin; son and daughter-in-law, Todd and Michelle Waletzki, Plano, Texas; grandchildren, Garrett Waletzki, Plano; and Nicole Waletzki, Salina, Kansas; great-granddaughter: Kathryn; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his son Danny; his parents; and siblings, Rudy, Tony, Eldora, Violet and Floyd.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, at Crane Community Chapel with the Rev. Dale Christiansen officiating. Interment will be at Byron Cemetery in Byron, Minnesota. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Honorary bearers will be Randy Huffman and Dick Lang. Casket bearers will be Darrell Montgomery, Larry Waletzki, Gary Waletzki, Terry Waletzki and Robert Huffman.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 AUG 2017

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Jacob Ryan Collins, 36, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away in his sleep at his parents’ home in Longville, Minnesota, Friday, Aug. 25.

Jacob was born on April 27, 1981, in Davenport, Iowa. He was an avid sportsman and played youth baseball, soccer and tennis. Jacob was part of the original Austin traveling soccer teams and a member of the first Austin High School soccer team. He was an Iowa Hawkeye and Green Bay Packers fan. He also like fishing both in summer and winter. But his ultimate love was skiing down the black diamond slopes in Colorado.

Jacob attended Faith Church with his family, and was part of the youth group and teen Sunday School class. He went on several mission trips to New Orleans, Louisiana, to make home repairs and help with games for the children living in the projects.

Jacob graduated from AHS in 1999, Augsburg College in 2003, and earned his master’s degree from the University of Denver in 2007 in international affairs. He loved traveling around the U.S. and abroad, and during his college years did internships in Costa Rica, Germany, southern Europe, and war-torn Serbia. While in Serbia he and his team taught English to children and helped older teens learn how to prepare resumes. They also restored a couple homes that families had not lived in for several years because of the war; one family was able to return to their home after nine years of living separately with other people. It was an experience he was proud to be a part of.

Jacob served in the U.S. Army for five years. He graduated from Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California, and spent time in China as part of his training. He was assigned to Army Intelligence in Hawaii as a Chinese Cryptologic Linguist. He also worked in Washington D.C. and Afghanistan. Currently he was a sergeant in the Army Reserves at Ft. Meade, Maryland. He was in Longville waiting for his visa to work out-of-country.

He is survived by his parents, Jerry and Bonnie (Butts) Collins of Longville; sister, Jennifer (Steve) Delhanty; and brother, Andrew Collins; as well as nieces Abigail (Collins), Alison and Emily (Delhanty) and nephew Jackson (Delhanty), and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jacob was preceded in death by both maternal grandparents and paternal grandmother.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31, at Longville Bible Chapel, Longville. Lunch will follow the service.

Jacob’s care has been entrusted to the Northern Peace Funeral Home of Walker, Minnesota. Online condolences for the family may be given at www.northernpeace.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 29 AUG 2017

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February 16, 1977 - August 25, 2017

Takeshia D. Greene, 40 of Austin, Minnesota, died unexpectedly at her home on Friday, August 25, 2017.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, August 31st at Cornerstone Church in Austin with the Reverend David Simerson officiating. Visitation will be at the church one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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January 27, 1920 - August 27, 2017

Sarah Ann King of Adams, Minnesota passed away at the Adams Health Care Center surrounded by family on Sunday, August 27, 2017. She was 97.

Sarah was born on January 27, 1920 in Sargeant, Minnesota. Her parents were George and Mary (Taggart) Brady. She married Henry King on August 25, 1942 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. They farmed near Adams for over 30 years and lived on their farm until moving to Adams in 1984. In addition to being a homemaker, she was also a substitute cook at the Adams High School and worked at Libby’s Canning Company in Rochester. Sarah was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, the Adams American Legion Auxiliary and was a Gold Star Mother.

Sarah especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She liked cooking, sewing and quilting. Her favorite hobby was playing cards and being a member of the “Jolly Dozen” card club for many years. She loved to have fun and had a wonderful sense of humor.

Sarah is survived by her children: Robert (Jean) King, Ft. Myers, FL, Larry (Jan) King, Northwood, IA, Dave King, Omaha, NE, Joyce (Robin) Miller, LeRoy, MN, Ray (Donna) King, Rosemount, MN; ten grandchildren: Adam King, Amanda (Ryan) Johnson, Brad King, Andy Miller, Danny (Ashley) Miller, Gina Miller, Brett (Nami) King, Amy King, Alex King and Sarah King; five great grandchildren: Kaylee Haberman, Evan Johnson, Beau Miller, Olivia King and Elise King; brother: Harold (LuAnn) Brady of Florida, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband Henry, son Ronald, parents George and Mary, and brothers Edward, George, James, John and Jacob.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 1st at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Adams, MN with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM with a Rosary service at 5:00 PM. There will be visitation at the church on Friday for one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 30 AUG 2017

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July 11, 1950 - August 28, 2017

Stephen (Abe) Kenneth Aberg, 67 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away at his home with his family by his side on August 28, 2017 after a long battle with cancer.

Steve was born July 11, 1950 in Austin, Minnesota, to Kenneth and Joanne (Steele) Aberg. He attended Austin High School and studied accounting at Riverland.

Steve loved to hunt and fish and he enjoyed going to his trailer with Ron McKay and Terry Haage.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Joanne Aberg, brother-in-law, Gary Plotts, uncles, Duane “Bunny” Aberg and John Yardley.

Steve is survived by his wife of 23 years, Teran Aberg, Austin, MN; he was blessed by four children, son: Zach Aberg (Betsy); daughters: Daisha and James Puccinelli, Amy Ann Cassidy, and Melissa Marks; grandchildren: Jenna and Colton; brother: Bill and Teri Aberg; mother-in-law and father-in-law: Jim and Doris Stalboerger, Belgrade, MN; sisters-in-law: Doreen Newkirk and DeAnne (Wayne) Guyette; aunts and uncles: Phyllis Yardley, Chesterfield, MO, Joyce and Larry Crowe, Austin, MN, Marce Aberg, Red Oak, TX, and Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Boettcher, Hinsdale, TX; nieces, nephews and cousins and a very special nephew, Hunter Guyette, who was always there to help.

He will be deeply missed by his family, many friends and all who knew him.

A celebration of life service is pending.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home, 29 AUG 2017

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Stephen (Abe) Kenneth Aberg, 67

Funeral Notice:

Stephen (Abe) Kenneth Aberg, 67, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away at home after a long battle with cancer on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, with his family by his side.

Service: A celebration of life will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Sept. 10 at the Eagles Club, 107 11th St. SE, Austin.

Interment: Grandview Cemetery at a later date.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Memorial: In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are preferred.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 3 SEP 2017

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December 12, 1937 - August 18, 2017

Harry William Willmott, age 79, of Austin, MN, passed away peacefully on August 18th, 2017, after a courageous six-year battle with lung cancer.

Harry was born on December 12th, 1937, in Watertown, SD, to Harry Thomas and Mary Ellen (Smith) Willmott, the fifth of eleven children. He graduated from White High School (White, SD) in 1955 and ran the family farm for five years. After working in Alaska, he attended South Dakota State University and earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1966. Harry worked for McDonnell Douglas (St. Louis, MO) from 1966-1970, L.E. Myers Co. (Marshalltown, IA) from 1970 to 1973, and Hormel Foods (Austin, MN) from 1973-2000, retiring in 2000.

He married Delores Ellis (Painter) in 1965 and adopted her son Rick. They had four additional children, Doug, twins Lori & Larry, and Charles (Chuck). He was widowed in 1987 and later married Brenda Copley (Kirchner) in 2007.

Harry had a passion for the great outdoors and supported many conservation organizations. His love for hunting, fishing and watching Minnesota sports teams was shared with his children, family and friends. From construction projects to home repair, Harry could fix just about anything. You always got the “straight answer” from Harry and if you disagreed he was happy to explain why/how you were misinformed. Later in life, he cultivated new passions, playing tennis and golf. He enjoyed studying, practicing and playing the game, and occasionally taking a few dollars from his competition along the way. He enjoyed traveling and spending part of the winter in Palm Desert, CA, relaxing with friends and enhancing his golf game.

He cherished hosting family events and his Roman Catholic faith. He touched many lives with his generosity. His bigger than life personality was a blessing and will truly be missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Delores, sisters, Ellen Dempsey, Myrna McCulloch, Mary Ann Radermacher, Janice Buechler, Kathy Gilfillan, brothers S. Tom Willmott, Charles Willmott.

Harry is survived by his wife Brenda Willmott, Austin, children Rick (Connie) Willmott, Platte, SD, Doug Willmott, Glen Mills, PA, Lori Willmott, Rapid City, SD, Larry (Sarah) Willmott, Rosemount, MN, Chuck (Colleen) Willmott, Indianola, IA; brother Ray Willmott, Owatonna, MN, sisters Patricia Landsman, Elkton, SD, Carol Covrig, Brookings, SD, 10 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 3-6pm on Tuesday, August 22, at Mayer Funeral Home in Austin, with a prayer service at 5:30pm lead by Deacon John Kluczny, followed by a celebration of life gathering at the Austin Country Club (6:30pm). A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2:00 PM with Visitation one hour prior, on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Brookings, SD, with Father Terry Anderson officiating supported by Deacon John Kluczny.

Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, White, SD followed by a luncheon at the McKnight Community Center in White, SD.

In lieu of flowers donations preferred to St. Augustine Catholic Church in Harry’s name.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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April 19, 1929 - August 21, 2017

Obituary for Betty Jean Wagner

Betty Jean Wagner, age 88, of Austin, died Monday, August 21, 2017 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Betty was born April 19, 1929 in Rochester, Minnesota to Olaf and Dorothy Christopherson. The family moved to Austin where she grew up and attended Columbus Grade School and St. Augustine High School. She graduated from high school in 1947 and worked as a legal secretary in the law office of Plunkett & Plunkett.

Betty married Thomas Wagner on September 30, 1950 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. They made their home in Austin where they raised their family of seven children. She enjoyed playing cards with friends, volunteering, refinishing furniture, and going to the casinos.

Survivors include two daughters, Ann (Orin) Hanson, Brooklyn Park, MN, Sara (Joe) Eastman, Grand Rapids, MN; daughter-in-law, Shari Wagner, Champlin, MN; four sons, Daniel (Sue) Wagner, Longmont, CO, Greg (Wendy) Wagner, Longmont, CO, Chris (Anne) Wagner, Bloomington, MN, Patrick Wagner, Chandler, AZ; 18 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Tom; her son, Steve; her parents; three brothers; a sister-in-law; a niece.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30 am on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Raul Silva officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Private interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Sacred Heart Care Center and Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Obituary

Cassandra L. Sims, age 32 of Austin, Minnesota died suddenly on Friday, August 18, 2017 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Zumbrota, MN.

Cassandra Lynn was born on November 14, 1984 in Little Falls, Minnesota to Douglas and Shirley (Cohenour) Coffelt, Sr. At the age of 5 years old her family moved to Brownsdale, Minnesota. Cassandra attended Hayfield Schools. She enjoyed spending time with her kids, and was loved and will be dearly missed by her family.

Cassandra is survived by her children Parker, Hannah, Michael, and Andrew; her mother Shirley Maier of Brownsdale; brothers Doug (Becky) Coffelt and Gordon Coffelt both of Little Falls, Kevin Coffelt of St. Paul; sisters Angela Coffelt of Little Falls, Marsha Glasow of St. Paul, Lola (Shawn) Olson of Austin; by her aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her son Maurice; paternal and maternal grandparents; father Douglas M. Coffelt, Sr.; brother William, sister Shirl, and cousin Tim.

Public visitation to celebrate Cassandra’s life will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. on Friday, August 25, 2017 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home 8-29-2017

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Ruth L. Hovland, age 97 of Shakopee, Minnesota, formerly of Austin, died Saturday, August 19, 2017, at St. Gertrude’s Health and Rehabilitation Center in Shakopee.

Ruth was born November 13, 1919 in Northwood, Iowa to Laur and Emma (Jensen) Spilde. Ruth was a graduate of Albert Lea High School. On March 22, 1941 she was united in marriage to Emery G. Hovland at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Ruth and Emery resided in Austin where they raised their four children. Emery passed away in in October of 2005, and in 2010 Ruth moved to Shakopee to be near her children. She was a longtime member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin where she was an active circle member. She was also a lifetime member of the DAV Auxiliary.

Ruth is survived by her children Gary (Carol) Hovland of Farmington, MN, Janice Godfrey of Bloomington, MN, Jane (Steve) Clay of Shakopee, MN, Ronald (Katey) Hovland of Rockford, MN; by 9 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, and 3 nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Emery; son-in-law James Godfrey; sisters Irene and Alice; brothers Roger, Richard, and Orville; great-grandchild Baby Boy Spanier.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Mark Niethammer officiating. Interment will follow at Grandview Cemetery in Austin. Visitation will be held on Thursday morning for one hour prior to services, from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at church. Memorial’s in Ruth’s memory may be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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February 15, 1931 - August 30, 2017

Norman R. Turner, age 86, of Austin, died Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at the Cedars of Austin Memory Care.

A Memorial Service will be held 11 am on Monday, September 25, 2017, at Mayer Funeral Home with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at Mayer Funeral Home on September 25th.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website

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Charlene H. Jenson, 80, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, died at her home, surrounded by the love of her family on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017.

She was born February 20, 1937, in Racine Township, Mower County, Minnesota, to Henry and Clara (Jensen) Peterson. Charlene graduated from Austin (Minnesota) High School. She was united in marriage to Clair “Terry” Jenson at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin on September 9, 1956. Charlene and Terry made their home in Albert Lea where they raised five children, Shawn, Randy, Jonelle, Kristin, and Mitchell.

Charlene worked as a secretary for Albert Lea Public Schools for more than 30 years.

In retirement she volunteered at the Naeve Hospital Gift Shop. She was strong in her faith and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she was active in many activities, including singing in the choir. Charlene cherished the lifelong friends from the “Neighborhood” Birthday Club, which gathered for more than 60 years. She enjoyed crocheting, hardanger, canning, and spending time at their cabin on Beaver Lake. Charlene was known for a good game of bridge.

Charlene is survived by her husband, Terry, of Albert Lea; daughter, Shawn (Dean) VanHal of Ellendale; son, Randy (Carole) Jenson of Rochester, Minnesota, daughter, Jonelle Ignaszewski of Albert Lea, and daughter, and Kristin Saari of Rochester; 13 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and several sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

Charlene was preceded in death by son, Mitchell Jenson; mother, Clara Schurer; father, Henry Peterson; stepfather, Elmer Schurer; sister, Jeanette Bahl; and brother, Willis Peterson.

We will always cherish our memories of Charlene. She was a classy, stylish lady who was the organizer and the pillar of our family. There was nothing more important to Charlene than the love she had for her family. Blessed be her memory!

Funeral services for Charlene will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 4, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Albert Lea. The Rev. Eileen Woyen will officiate. Interment will be at Lakewood Cemetery, Albert Lea. Friends may visit with family one hour prior to services at the church.

Bonnerup Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 1 SEP 2017

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Paul Eugene Morreim, 102, of Northfield, Minnesota, a former Austin, Minnesota, chiropractor, died Saturday August 26.

Paul Morreim was born May 14, 1915, the grandson of Thosten Morreim, whose homestead deed in Freeborn County was signed in 1862 by Abraham Lincoln. He carried the resilience of his forebears. One of the proudest events of his early life was being awarded his Eagle Scout badge by Rear Admiral Richard E. Byrd, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, in 1932. A 1937 graduate of St. Olaf College, he went on to Lincoln Chiropractic College and then established a practice in Austin, where he remained for 66 years.

He loved serving the people of southeastern Minnesota, whose aches and pains brought them to his office. Holistic before the term was coined, he believed in the body’s ability to heal itself with proper rest and nutrition and common sense. He took no over-the-counter medication ever, to which he credited his longevity. Along with carrots for lunch every day.

Paul did nothing halfway. He loved the automobile, especially driven at a high rate of speed. He played his piano almost until he died. He enjoyed photography, history, his boat. He adored Florence, his wife of 52 years, and Janet his wife of 12 years. His children and grand-children he loved and supported with generous praise, and he established education trusts for each of his “great-grands.” He was deeply grateful for the loving community of Northfield, especially his friends and neighbors at the VOC, where he spent the last 10 years of his life.

Paul grabbed the brass ring. He lived life abundantly and well, with decency, kindness and generosity. He would not like this obituary, but he wouldn’t disagree with a word in it.

He is survived by children, Paul (Linda) Morreim, Heidi (Frazier) Eales, and Liz (Haavi) Morreim; granddaughters, Kate Eales (Ethan Henerey), Sarah Stanton, Liv (Tenner) Guillaume, and Marit (Peter) Hughes; and great-grandchildren, Gus, Berit, Brynn, Drew, Leah, Isla, Noe, Cody, Lola and Edie.

He was preceded in death by wives Florence Haavik and Janet Schmidt.

Celebration of life to be held at Village on the Cannon, 301 West Seventh St., Northfield, Minnesota, 55057) at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 15.

Memorials, if desired, should go to Saint Olaf College or donor’s choice. Arrangements by Benson and Langehough Funeral Home, Northfield (www.northfieldfuneral.com).

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 1 SEP 2017

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Muryne C. Bonnes, age 98 of Austin, Minnesota died Friday, September 1, 2017, at The Cedars of Austin.

Muryne Carrie Fretty was born July 22, 1919 in Swea City, Iowa to Elmer and Jennie (Opsahl) Fretty. She was baptized August 31, 1919 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, confirmed on June 18, 1933 at Nazareth Lutheran Church, and attended school in Armstrong, Iowa.

On January 27, 1939, Muryne and John Bonnes Jr. were united in marriage in an outdoor wedding in Lansing, Minnesota. The couple raised one son. Muryne loved her role as homemaker, and especially loved cleaning. She and John owned and managed many rental apartment units, and rented rooms in their home to young working women. Muryne enjoyed camping and was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and Beautiful Savior.

She and John helped build both of those churches, where Muryne was active as a Sunday school teacher, serving on the kitchen committee and the visiting committee. Muryne moved to the The Cedars in July of 2014. Her family will miss her deeply.

Muryne is survived by her son John (Judy) Bonnes of Minneapolis, two grandsons, and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband John Bonnes Jr., two sisters and three brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Paul Welke officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M., Thursday, September 7th at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church or the donor's choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Pending notice: Muryne C. Bonnes, 98

Published 11:37 am Sunday, September 3, 2017

Muryne C. Bonnes, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, at The Cedars of 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 website, 3 SEP 2017

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Obituary--

Janice M. Gunderson, age 87 of Austin, Minnesota died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, September 2, 2017, at her home in Austin.

Janice Mildred Eggert was born January 2, 1930, in Dodge County, Minnesota the daughter of August and Alma (Lee) Eggert. She attended country school near her home in Dodge County, Minnesota. On July 3, 1948, she married Cecil Gunderson in Hayfield, Minnesota. They made their home in Austin where Janice was a homemaker and worked part-time as housekeeper for the Miller Motel and Marsden Janitor Service before her retirement. Janice and Cecil enjoyed traveling, fishing and camping. Janice loved to grow flowers and work in her garden. Cecil died on October 20, 1999.

Survivors include her daughter, Connie (David) Hatle of Austin; son Jerry (Barb) Gunderson of Brownsdale; grandsons, Jamie (Danielle) Tapp, Joseph (Mariah) Gunderson and Lee (Sarah) Gunderson; great-grandchildren, Makenna Tapp, Kami Tapp, Adelynn Gunderson, Grayden Gunderson, Braelyn Gunderson and Brantley Tapp; sister, Lois Johnson of Hayfield; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, August and Alma Eggert; her husband, Cecil; two sisters, Margaret Exe and Norma Shellum; a brother, Ellsworth Eggert and a nephew Roger Shellum.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Friday, September 8, 2017, at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin, Minnesota with Pastor Jeff Forbes, officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Thursday, September 7th at the Worlein Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will follow the service at Fairview Cemetery in Hayfield, Minnesota.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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LeRoy Lillie, age 56, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully Friday afternoon September 1, 2017, at Methodist Hospital, Rochester, Minnesota after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loving family.

LeRoy was born September 18, 1960, in Austin, Minnesota the son of Roy and Charlotte (Knutson) Lillie. He graduated from Austin High School. On December 1, 1984, he was united in marriage to Heidi Groby in Austin. LeRoy was employed by Hormel Foods, retiring in October of 2015 after 31 years of employment.

He is survived by his loving wife, Heidi Lillie of Austin; son, Corey Lillie of Mankato, Minnesota; daughter, Tashma (Jason) Minto of Conway, South Carolina; three grandchildren; Hailey, Ashton and Brayden; three step-grandchildren; Chyanne, Lakota and Tala; two sisters, JoAnn (Richard) Fox of Afton, Minnesota and LuAnn Spencer of Solvang, California and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Charlotte Lillie and his grandparents.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 6, 2017, at Crane Chapel in Austin, Minnesota with Pastor Dale Christensen and Pastor Richard Chinander co-officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday September 5, 2017 at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and for two hours prior to the service at Crane Chapel. Private family interment. 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

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March 27, 1927 - Sept. 3, 2017

Kensett, Iowa -- Ruby Helgeson, 90, died on September 3, 2017 at her home in Austin, Minnesota.

Funeral service will be on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at 2:00 PM, at Bethany Lutheran Church, Kensett, with the Rev. Tom Martin officiating. Burial will be in the Kensett Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at the church. Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home of Northwood, Iowa is in charge of arrangements.

Ruby was born on March 27, 1927 in Austin, Minnesota. She was the second child of Alfred and Emma (Mensink) Severson. She graduated from Austin High School where she was active in girls sports. After high school, she moved to Mason City, Iowa, where she met and married LuVerne Helgeson on July 4, 2947. They lived in Kensett where Ruby spent her working years in various manufacturing facilities. While in Kensett, she contributed many hours of volunteer service for the VFW Auxillary and for the community.

Upon retirement and LuVerne’s passing, she moved to Apache Jct., AZ for 10 years. While in AZ she traveled with friends to destinations such as Alaska, Hawaii and Norway. At this time she also took up lifetime exercise of swimming and learned woodcarving, which was on her bucket list. She moved back to Northwood to be near family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, LuVerne; son, Robin; three brothers: Ronald, Myron and Harlan; four sisters: Dorothy (Jack), Muriel (Donald), Carol (David) and Delores.

Ruby is survived by a daughter, Barbara (William) Billings, Massena, NY; son, Benny (Janice) Helgeson, Spring Valley, MN; sisters, Ardith (Carl) Vassey, Janice (Duane) Schaffer and Cheryl (Rusty) Deets; sister-in-law, Joanie Severson; grandchildren, Amy Banker, Jake Billings, Beth Wilson, Luke Helgeson, Jesseriah Helfeson, Bobbi Jo Helgeson and Zachery Young; great grandchildren, Anndreah Billings, Amy Sky Capozzi, Nancy Helgeson, Evan Helgeson and Lacey Helgeson; many nieces and nephews.

Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, Northwood, Ia. 641-324-1121. www.schroederandsites.com

SOURCE: Mason City Globe Gazette, 5 SEP 2017

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FUNERAL NOTICE--

February 15, 1931 - August 30, 2017

Norman R. Turner, age 86, of Austin, died Wednesday, August 30, 2017, at the Cedars of Austin Memory Care.

A Memorial Service will be held 11 am on Monday, September 25, 2017, at Mayer Funeral Home with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at Mayer Funeral Home on September 25th.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Chris Fischer, 14, of Austin, Minnesota, entered the PICU at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, after a medical emergency on Aug. 22, 2017. Due to complications from cardiac arrest, Chris passed away on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017.

Chris was born Christopher Isaiah Arthur Boyce in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on June 19, 2003, to Misty Olliffe. He was adopted into the Fischer family on April 26, 2012. Chris started third grade at Sumner Elementary, he finished fourth grade at Banfield Elementary, his was the first class to attend both fifth and sixth grade at I.J. Holton Intermediate School, and he attended seventh and eighth grade at Ellis Middle School. He was set to start his freshman year at Austin High School.

Chris loved being with people, animals, and being active. He was close to his siblings, Kassidy Ehret, Kayla Greer, Markell Olliffe and Steven Brown, III. His primary passion was playing hockey, with football and baseball filling out the rest of the school year.

Summer meant hanging out with friends, going to Boy Scout activities as a member of Troop #109, church camp, and getting ready for the county fair. His menagerie included barn cats, a turtle, a guinea pig, rabbits, goats, chickens, and his dog, “Nova.”

Chris’ most recent 4-H accomplishment was earning Reserve Champion in timed events with the family’s horse, “Ben Jay Men.” The plan was to attend the Minnesota State 4-H Horse Show in September where his friends will ride in his honor.

Attending one church youth group was not enough for Chris, so he switched off between Faith Church and Cornerstone Church where everyone knew him.

Chris lived life as though tomorrow wouldn’t come, so everything had to be done today. We pray that his energy and love for life will be carried on by all who knew him.

Chris is survived by his parents, Daniel and Lynn Fischer, Austin; adoptive sister, Jennifer (Jon) Kittleson, Austin; paternal grandparents, Malcolm and Dorothy Fischer, Janesville, Wisconsin; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Alfred and Frances DeRuyter of Cedar Grove, Wisconsin.

A memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 10 in Knowlton Auditorium at Austin High School with Pastor Mike Sager, Pastor Scott Owens, Pastor Jonathan Poindexter and Pastor Brandon Harrison officiating. There will be no reviewal at the service on Sunday. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Saturday from 2 to 6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred and a charitable trust will be established in Chris’ name.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 8 SEP 2017

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Neva M. Nelson, 100, formerly of Lyle, Minnesota, died Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, at Good Samaritan Center in St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Neva was born April 24, 1917, in Mitchell County, Iowa to John and Velma (Rutt) Patterson. She graduated from Lyle High School. Neva married Otto Nelson on Dec. 4, 1938, at the Lutheran parsonage in Lyle. They made their home in the Lyle area where Neva was a homemaker. She lived in Lyle until 2010 at which time she moved to St. Ansgar.

Neva was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Lyle where she was active in circle. She enjoyed crafts and crochet work; one of her accomplishments was she creating a 3-foot by 6-foot wall hanging of the Lord’s Prayer which hangs in the church. She was a Welcome member and she liked to play in the card club group.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Velma Patterson; her husband, Otto; sons, Richard and John; daughter, Maridee in infancy; sister and brother-in-law, Helen (Clarence) Debner; brothers and sisters-in-law, Max, Darrell (Ruth), Donald (Enid) and John (Fran) Patterson.

Neva is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Joe Lane, Marion, Iowa; daughter-in-law, Sandy Nelson, Austin, Minnesota; grandchildren, Leslie (Mark) Seehusen, Randy (Jeanine) Holm, Amy (Sal) Vacirca, Kim Condit, Shay Spear, and Eric Condit; several great-grandchildren; sister, Lois (Walter) Benesh, Austin; sister-in-law, Mildred Patterson, Osage, Iowa; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Lyle, with the Rev. Steven Woyen officiating. Private interment will be at a later date. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and at the church on Saturday one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 7 SEP 2017

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Marvin Winkels, 75, of Cambridge, Minnesota, formerly of Adams, Minnesota, passed away on Sept. 4, 2017.

Marvin was the owner of Marv’s Transmission in New Brighton, Minnesota.

He is survived by son, Scott (Emily) Winkels; daughters, Sheryl (Jon D.) Jondahl and Jodi Knoke; sisters, Sue (Del) Lorentzson and Debbie (Lee) Nelson; brothers, Gene (Sandi) Winkels, Don (Mary) Winkels, Bernie (Karen) Winkels and Bill Winkels; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Art and Marcella Winkels (nee Retterath).

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9, at Sacred Heart Church in Adams. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow.

A Celebration of Life will be held from noon to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 22, at The Fraternal Order of Eagles in New Brighton.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 7 SEP 2017

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Funeral notice: Rita Heyer, 89

Rita Elizabeth Heyer, age 89 of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday morning, Sept. 2, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, Rochester, Minnesota.

Service: 1 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 8, 2017, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor James Groleau, officiating

Visitation: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Sept. 8, at the church.

Interment: Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery

Funeral Home: Worlein Funeral Home

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 7 SEP 2017

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Rita Elizabeth Heyer, age 89, of Austin, Minnesota died Saturday morning, September 2, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, Rochester, Minnesota.

Rita Fisher was born September 5, 1927, in Somerset Township, Steele County, Minnesota the daughter of Henry and Elizabeth (Renchin) Fisher. She attended country school near their home. On November 6, 1946, she was united in marriage to Martin Paul Heyer at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in North Morristown, Minnesota. Following their marriage, the couple made their home in Austin, Minnesota where Rita worked at Geo A. Hormel Company for thirty-nine years.

Rita was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and the LWML. She enjoyed crocheting, fishing, cooking and especially being with her family. Rita loved her many nieces; nephews; great nieces; great nephews and special family friends. Martin died on February 1, 2009. Rita moved to the Courtyard Apartments in 2014

Survivors include her sister, Ethel (Walter) Halla of Owatonna, Minnesota; two sisters-in-laws, Elaine Fisher of Blaine, Minnesota and Arlene Edwards of Austin; her many nieces, nephews; great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Martin Heyer and four sisters, Sylvia Spindler, Anna Houglum, Mildred Halla and Mary Alice Fisher; five brothers, Leo, Sylvester, Paul, Charles and one in infancy.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Friday, September 8, 2017, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor James Groleau, officiating. Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., Friday, September 8th at the church. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

A special thank you to Rita’s sister and brother-in-law; her sister-in-law; her nieces and nephews; all her family and friends and a very special thank you to Pastor James; Tina Bell and Ellen and Clayton Petersen for being part of Rita’s life.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website

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U.S. VETERAN

Ramsey P. Johnson, age 88 of Austin, Minnesota died Sunday afternoon, September 3, 2017, at St. Mark’s Living in Austin surrounded by his loving family.

Ramsey Paul Johnson was born December 21, 1928, in St. Paul, Minnesota the son of Arthur and Edith (Larson) Johnson. Ramsey graduated from Lynd, Minnesota High School in 1946. He entered the United States Army in January 1950, serving until May of 1952 and attaining the rank of corporal.

On June 26, 1951, Ramsey married Jeanine Stelter in Island Lake Township, Lyon County, Minnesota. Ramsey continued his education at Mankato State and then at the University of Minnesota graduating with a Bachelor’s of Science. He attended graduate school at the University of Minnesota where he received a Master in Agriculture. After completing his military duty, Ramsey taught in Danube, Brownton and later at Blue Earth.

In 1968, he left teaching and started a sales career with Allied Mills in Pocahontas, Iowa before moving to Austin where he taught for three years at the Austin Vo-Tech, before starting his career in insurance sales. He sold insurance products for Farm Bureau and Blue Cross/Blue Shield for over thirty years, retiring in 2013. He was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, the American Legion Post 91, Sertoma Club and the Austin Noon Lions Club and loved to travel the country in his RV. Ramsey will be missed by all who knew him.

Ramsey is survived by his wife, Jeanine Johnson of Austin; son, Kevin (Susan) Johnson of Great Falls, Montana; two grandchildren and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother.

Private family graveside services will be held at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin, Minnesota with Military Honors by American Legion Post 91. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 5 SEP 2017

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Funeral Notice: Marjorie R. Trihus, 73

Marjorie R. Trihus, 73, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 30456 Mower Freeborn Road, Austin, Minnesota, with Pastor Lindsay Stolen officiating.

Visitation: 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 11, 2017, at Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home in Blooming Prairie, and for one hour prior to the service Tuesday morning at church.

Interment: Follows the service at the Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home.

Memorial: In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to the general fund at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 8 SEP 2017

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OBITUARY--

Marjorie R. Trihus, age 73 of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin, surrounded by her loving family.

Marjorie Rachel was born March 6, 1944 in Hibbing, Minnesota, the daughter of Emmett and Marjorie (Gelling) Swanson. Marjorie graduated from Hibbing High School, and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree in Home Economics from the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. On November 27, 1971, she was united in marriage to Kenneth Allen Trihus at First Lutheran Church in Hibbing, Minnesota. Marjorie worked for the Extension Service prior to becoming a devoted farm wife, mother and grandmother. Over the years she enjoyed volunteering at her church and with 4-H activities. Her ‘happy place’ was with family at livestock and cattle shows. Marjorie was a longtime member of Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church.

She is survived by her two sons John (Wendy Cadwell) Trihus, and Brian (Emily Nelson) Trihus all of Blooming Prairie, MN; her daughter Rachel Trihus of Des Moines, IA; four grandchildren Tyler Trihus, Cassandra and Ruth Jones, and Creighton Cadwell; brother Emmett “Art” (Cathi) Swanson of Minneapolis, MN; by many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Kenneth on March 25, 2016.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, 30456 Mower Freeborn Road, Austin, Minnesota, with Pastor Lindsay Stolen officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 P.M. Monday, September 11, 2017, at Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, and for one hour prior to the service Tuesday morning, at church. In lieu of flowers memorials in Marjorie’s memory may be directed to the general fund at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Memorial Service
Tuesday, Sep 12, 2017

May 15, 1941 - September 07, 2017

Sharon Sue Lewis, 76 of rural Austin, Minnesota, died at her home on Thursday, September 7, 2017.

Sharon was born May 15, 1941, in Austin, Minnesota, to James and Mildred (Christensen) Wencl. She graduated from Austin High School in 1959. Sharon married William Lewis on the Lewis Family Farm on June 14, 1979. She worked several years as a secretary for KNXR Radio in Rochester; and later, she was a homemaker and helped Bill on the farm.

She was an active member of the Mower County Historical Society, the Mower County Humane Society and she was a member of the Home Extension Group.

Sharon enjoyed taking care of her farm kitties, doing counted cross-stitch, playing 500, and collecting cow figurines. She loved spending time on her farm.

She was preceded in death by her parents James and Mildred Wencl, husband William, and brothers Jerry Wencl and Gary Wencl.

Sharon is survived by her daughter: Stacy Ann Bennett, Richfield, MN; sisters: Paulette Lee, Bloomington, MN, Linda (Paul) Beyer, Austin, MN, and Darci Rehagen, TN; brother: Dennis (Patti) Wencl, AZ; sisters-in-law: Barbara Lewis, Austin, MN, Kathy Wencl, Austin, MN, and Audrey Wencl, MO; nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, September 12th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Dennis Tamke and the Reverend Beth Perez officiating. Interment will be at Lansing Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Monday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM and for one hour before the service on Tuesday.

Memorials may be directed to the Mower County Humane Society, Mower County Historical Society or to an organization of the donor’s choice.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 9 SEP 2017

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Funeral Notice: Sharon Sue Lewis, 76

Sharon Sue Lewis, 76, of rural Austin, Minnesota, died at her home on Thursday, September 7, 2017.

Service: Memorial service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Dennis Tamke and the Rev. Beth Perez officiating.

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

Interment: Lansing Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

Memorials: Mower County Humane Society, Mower County Historical Society or to an organization of the donor’s choice

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 11 SEP 2017

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October 5, 1919 - September 7, 2017

Obituary for Vivian Mercedes Hall

Vivian (Krebsbach) Hall, age 97, of Austin, died Thursday, September 7, 2017 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Vivian was born October 5, 1919 in Adams, Minnesota to Alois and Sadie (Haralson) Krebsbach. She attended Sacred Heart Catholic School and Adams High School. Vivian worked in several cafes and at the George A. Hormel Company.

On September 18, 1944, she was united in marriage to Arnold Hall at St. Augustine Catholic Church. They moved to the east side and attended Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Vivian belonged to A.A.W. and Regina Coeli Unit. She was a homemaker and made many quilts, afghans, and fancy works.

Survivors include five children, Terrance (Mary) Hall, San Juan, CA, William Hall, Austin, MN, Jean (Larry) Kolpek, Mason, City, IA, Susan (William) Herr, Austin, MN, Kathy (Jerry) Dahlback, West Salem, WI; several grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren; a sister, Angela Hall, Austin, MN; two sisters-in-law, Bev and Dody.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Arnold; nine brothers, John, Robert, James, Wilfred, Gerald, Donald, Carl, Lawrence, Richard; two sisters, Kathryn Johnson, Mary Luanne Houle; three sisters-in-law, Gretchen, LaVerne, Dorothy.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11:30 am on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Memorials are preferred to Queen of Angels Catholic Church or Sacred Heart Care Center. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 9 SEP 2017

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