August 01, 1930 - December 23, 2017

Arlene J. Hartwig Borchard, 87 of Austin, died Saturday, December 23, 2017 at her home in the Primrose Retirement community in Austin, Minnesota.

Arlene was born August 1, 1930, in Eureka, South Dakota, to Otto and Erna Wenzel. She grew up in Eureka, Pierre, and Aberdeen. She went to High School in Austin, graduating in 1948. She married Corlos Hartwig in 1949 and farmed with him, raising four children on their farm near Rose Creek. After Corlos’s death in 1994 she remained on the farm until she married a long-time friend, Robert Borchard in 2003, of Mansfield, South Dakota. She moved to live on the farm in Mansfield with him until his death in 2015, when she moved back to Austin and into the Primrose Retirement community.

Arlene was committed to family and guided by her faith, her spirit of adventure was exemplified in her joyful soul. Farming over 70 years, she was active in her church as Ladies Aid member, choir member, and banner chairman. In her community, she was on the Hormel Home Board, Y-Matrons, TOPS, Library Board and 4-H leader for many years. She had many friends in every place she lived because she was a trusted and loving individual. She loved to see new places and meet new people and went out of her way to keep up with her grandchildren, making each one feel special. She was looking forward to being with friends and family that had passed before her to heaven. She didn’t wake Saturday morning, but instead went to heaven. Her fond memory will be in her loved one’s hearts forever.

Arlene is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Kenneth and Becky Hartwig, Rose Creek, MN; daughters and sons-in-law, Brenda and Roger Heimgartner, Rushford, MN, Sherry and Gary Ehret, Eagan, MN, Robert “Rocky” Schammel, Rose Creek, MN; grandchildren, Paul (Heidi) Heimgartner, Joy Heimgartner (Rollin Dubbs), Katie (Matt) Potter, Lisa Hartwig, Nathan Hartwig, Lindsey (Keith) Christianson, Laurel (Andy) Trisco, Leah (D.J.) Lindbeck, Sarah (Jeremy) Erickson, Scott (Andrea) Schammel, 15 great-grandchildren, step-children, Karen (Jeff) Koch, Sacramento, CA, Kay Atkins, Dix, NE, John (Anita) Borchard, Aberdeen, SD; step-grandchildren, Rob Rath, Danielle Borchard, Sarah Borchard, step-great grandchildren; sister, Judy DeYoung , Austin, MN; brothers and sister-in-law, Joan Wenzel, Fargo ND, Rod Wenzel, Austin, MN, David (Sharon) Wenzel, Rochester, MN; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am , Saturday, December 30th, 2017 at St John’s Lutheran Church with the Reverend James Groleau officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday at the church for one hour before the service. Memorials may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran Church, Austin, Minnesota, or to Trinity Lutheran Church, Mansfield, South Dakota. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Published 7:59 am Tuesday, December 19, 2017

Robert F. Donovan, 80, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away in Tucson, Arizona, on Nov. 24, 2017.

He is survived by wife, Sandra; son, Michael; daughter, Suzanne; sister, Sharon; five grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

A memorial will be held later at his favorite location in Hawaii.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 9 DEC 2017

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August 21, 1925 - December 16, 2017

U.S. Veteran

Noel H. Goss, 92

Noel H. Goss, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, December 16, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospitals – St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Noel was born Aug. 21, 1925, in Winona, Minnesota, to Homer and Cora (Sebow) Goss. He grew up on the family farm near Lewiston, Minnesota. Noel graduated from Lewiston High School in 1943 and was drafted into the U.S. Navy. After his service, he attended Winona State University for a year while working on the family farm and went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota in 1951. After graduation, he began his career with Hormel, retiring in 1987.

Noel married Dorothy (Volkmann) Petersen in October 1953. For 20 years after his retirement, Noel and Dorothy enjoyed spending their winters in Arizona.

Noel liked to play golf and he was a very avid hunter and fisherman. He served as president of the Austin Country Club, was a member of First Congregational Church, the Austin American Legion Post 91, Fidelity Lodge 39 AF & AM and was active in the Shriners.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Dorothy.

Noel is survived by his stepson, Jerry (Pam) Petersen, Colorado Springs, Colorado; granddaughters, Elizabeth (Fred) Rinke, Grosse Pointe, Michigan, Margaret (Brett) Wacher, Littleton, Colorado, and Kristen (Scott) Mayer, Madison, Wisconsin; seven great-grandchildren; siblings, John (Patty) Goss, Davis, California, Annah (Howard) Munson, Cedar Valley, Minnesota, Coralynn Radatz, Winona, and Odean (Mary) Goss, Lewiston; nieces and nephews.

Services will be determined at a later date. Memorials may be designated to First Congregational Church. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 DEC 2017

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Noel H. Goss, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Marys Campus-Rochester, Minnesota.

Noel was born Aug. 21, 1925, in Winona, Minnesota, to Homer and Cora (Sebow) Goss. He grew up on the family farm near Lewiston, Minnesota. Noel graduated from Lewiston High School in 1943 and was drafted into the U.S. Navy. After his service, he attended Winona State University for a year while working on the family farm and went on to graduate from the University of Minnesota in 1951. After graduation, he began his career with Hormel, retiring in 1987.

Noel married Dorothy (Volkmann) Petersen in October 1953. For 20 years after his retirement, Noel and Dorothy enjoyed spending their winters in Arizona.

Noel liked to play golf and was a very avid hunter and fisherman. He served as president of the Austin Country Club, was a member of First Congregational Church, the Austin American Legion Post 91, Fidelity Lodge 39 AF and AM and was active in the Shriners.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, Dorothy.

Noel is survived by his stepson, Jerry (Pam) Petersen, Colorado Springs, Colorado; granddaughters, Elizabeth (Fred) Rinke, Grosse Pointe, Michigan, Margaret (Brett) Wacker, Littleton, Colorado, and Kristen (Scott) Mayer, Madison, Wisconsin; seven great-grandchildren; siblings, John (Patty) Goss, Davis, California, Annah (Howard) Munson, Cedar Valley, Minnesota, Coralynn Radatz, Winona, and Odean (Mary) Goss, Lewiston, Minnesota; nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 4, 2018, at First Congregational Church with the Rev. Shari Mason officiating. Visitation will be at the church one hour before the service. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with Austin American Legion Post 91 in charge of military rites. Memorials may be designated to First Congregational Church. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 28 APR 2018

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Obituary

Rosie Mae Anderson, age 94 of Austin, died Sunday, December 17, 2017, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Rosie Mae Zacharda was born April 12, 1923, in rural St. Ansgar, Iowa, the daughter of Frank W. and Marie (Renc) Zacharda. She attended country school near Spring Valley and later high school in St. Ansgar.

On November 10, 1942, she married George Warren Anderson in Austin. After their marriage, Rosie moved with Warren while he was in the service before settling in Austin in 1951, owning their first home. After the children were older, Rosie worked in food service, first at the Austin High School and later at the Holiday Inn. She also volunteered serving meals at the American Legion Post. She liked to square dance, loved to travel and was able to visit the majority of the United States.

She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church where she was active in Circle and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. The couple was able to winter in Texas for several years as well as visit Happiness Resort for about forty years each July where family and friends would gather with them. Her husband died on March 15, 1999. Rosie continued to live in her own home until 2001, when she moved to the Chauncey Apartments. She later moved to St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Survivors include her son, Bradley Anderson of Minneapolis; two daughters-in-law, Sandra Anderson of Rochester and Phyllis Anderson of Edina; four grandchildren, Todd (Mary) Anderson, Tanya Anderson, Anthony (Kelly) Anderson, and Scott (Laura) Anderson; seven great-grandchildren, Claire, Sophie, Jacqueline, Bridget, Caroline, Simone, and George as well as many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, G. Warren in 1999; two sons Thomas in 1998 and Garry in 2008; two sisters and four brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, December 22, 2017, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Niethammer officiating. Interment will follow the service in Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Rosie Mae Anderson, 94

Rosie Mae Anderson, age 94, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, December 17, 2017, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Rosie Mae Zacharda was born April 12, 1923, in rural St. Ansgar, Iowa, the daughter of Frank W. and Marie (Renc) Zacharda. She attended country school near Spring Valley, Minnesota, and later high school in St. Ansgar. On Nov. 10, 1942, she married George Warren Anderson in Austin. After their marriage, Rosie moved with Warren while he was in the service before settling in Austin in 1951, owning their first home. After the children were older, Rosie worked in food service, first at the Austin High School and later at the Holiday Inn.

She also volunteered serving meals at the American Legion Post. She liked to square dance, loved to travel and was able to visit the majority of the United States. She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church where she was active in Circle and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary. The couple was able to winter in Texas for several years as well as visit Happiness Resort for about forty years each July where family and friends would gather with them. Her husband died on March 15, 1999. Rosie continued to live in her own home until 2001, when she moved to the Chauncey Apartments. She later moved to St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Survivors include her son, Bradley Anderson of Minneapolis; two daughters-in-law, Sandra Anderson of Rochester, Minnesota, and Phyllis Anderson of Edina, Minnesota; four grandchildren, Todd (Mary) Anderson, Tanya Anderson, Anthony (Kelly) Anderson, and Scott (Laura) Anderson; seven great-grandchildren, Claire, Sophie, Jacqueline, Bridget, Caroline, Simone, and George; as well as many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, G. Warren in 1999; two sons, Thomas in 1998, and Garry in 2008; two sisters; and four brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mark Niethammer officiating. Interment will follow the service in Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 DEC 2017

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Obituary

Betty Jean Benner, age 90 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2017, at The Cedars of Austin, Minnesota.

Betty was born March 11, 1927, in Mankato, Minnesota, to Russell H. and Helene M. (Hoberg) Hollnagel. Following her graduation from Mankato High School in 1944, she attended Mankato State Teachers College, where she studied physical education and English and graduated in 1948.

On June 6, 1949, Betty was united in marriage to Irving Joseph Smith in Mankato, Minnesota. She taught secondary school in Cleveland, Minnesota, before moving to Austin, Minnesota, in the early 1950s. In Austin, she continued teaching English and raised a family with Irving, who passed away in 1971.

In 1972, Betty married John Benner, who died in 1982. Betty continued to work holding a variety of positions in the health and human services, and writing and editing for both First United Methodist Church and Fellowship United Methodist Church in Austin. Toward the end of her working life, Betty found great joy teaching developmental reading and mentoring international students at the writing center at Riverland Community College.

Betty enjoyed writing short stories, poems, and spending time with her story-telling group. She especially loved spending time with family and friends. Her infectious smile, kind, generous spirit, and her talent for recognizing the poetic in everyday life will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

Betty Jean Benner is survived by her children Tracy Ellen (Andy) Leith of St. Paul, MN, Holly Ann (Brad) Curtis of Cottage Grove, MN, Andrea Denise Volbrecht of Austin, MN; six grandchildren: Katherine Christine (Andrew) Shea, Ross Joseph Curtis, Bryce James (Grace) Curtis, Isaac Eden Volbrecht, Carlie Jean Volbrecht, Amelia “Millie” Louise Volbrecht; four great-grandchildren: Will Joseph Beeler, Lilah Caroline Shea, Willa Katherine Shea, Andrew Kenneth Shea; two brothers, Jerry Hollnagel of Ocala, FL, Wilbur Hollnagel of Grand Rapids, MN; two sisters, Dorothy Mumma of Mankato, MN, Brenda Ferris of Wilmington, DE; her best friend of 67 years Alice Tomaschko; as well as many neighbors, friends, and fellow poets.

She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, a daughter in infancy, brother Roger Hollnagel, and sister Margaret “Margie” Suess.

“…the stearman slips away into an endless hall of purple air.”

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 28, 2017 at First United Methodist church in Austin with Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin. Family prefers memorials to be directed to the American Macular Degeneration Foundation, PO Box 515 Northampton, MA 01061-0515, online at macular.org or the Riverland Community College Foundation 1900 8th Avenue NW, Austin, MN 55912. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 21 DEC 2017

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Obituary

Steven James Kinney, Age 67

Steven was admitted to the hospital the first of four times on October 10. Months of severe back pain had proven to be multiple myeloma. He passed away on December 17 after an exhausting two-month battle – which abruptly ended high-hopes for remission. Fortunately, he was able to rest without pain during his days in hospice care at Rochester Methodist Hospital, while his loving family kept vigil.

Steven James Kinney was born in Austin, MN, October 10, 1950 to Don and Alphia (Engen) Kinney. He graduated from Austin High School, Austin State Junior College and Southwest State University with a degree in Theatre. He married Penny Samuelson on September 6, 1975.

Steven worked in the theatre his entire adult life. He toured the country with Bill Fegan Attractions out of Dallas, TX for two years as Scrooge in their production of “A Christmas Carol”, then as their technical director for three more years of national tours. He worked for several area theatres including the Minnesota History Theatre, the Rochester Civic Theatre and the Rochester Repertory Theatre. He served as Artistic and Managing Director for Feast and Footlights Dinner Theatre in Rochester.

In Austin he worked for Austin Community College Theatre, Matchbox Children’s Theatre and Summerset Theatre. He was instrumental in helping Frank Bridges, his friend and mentor, perpetuate Summerset Theatre, which is now 50 years old. For 23 years, Steven and Penny produced a holiday dinner theatre variety show, “Forever Christmas” in Rochester. Then, for over twenty years Steven worked exclusively for the Albert Lea Community Theatre.

He was still employed there when he became ill. Steve excelled as a director, designer/builder and as an actor. He was loved by theatre people all over the state with many crediting him as a mentor in their own theatrical careers. He was always the life of the party, known for his wit, his tremendous creativity, his wisdom and his diplomacy. He will be greatly missed forever.

An avid (and great!) pool player, Steve played in Austin area pool leagues and tournaments for many years. He loved the game and his friends in the pool community. The idea that back pain might keep him from being able to shoot pool devastated him.

Steve is survived by his wife Penny, brothers Michael, Dan (Chris) Tony (Shelly), sister Renee (Mike) Pieper, mother-in-law Roma Samuelson, sisters-in-law Jo (Dennis) Lowe, Rebecca (Eddie) Butts, Rhonda (Michael) Halbach, brother-in-law Jay (Angela) Samuelson, nieces and nephews, Emily, Jessica, Becky, Noah, Tressie, Luke, Zach, Sam, Natalie, Ashley, Lezlie, Darrell, Paula, Chris, Ryan, Natalie, Jennifer and Erika. He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents and younger brother Greg.

Friends are invited to the Worlein Funeral Home for Visitation on Wednesday, December 27, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. and to a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, December 28 at the Frank W. Bridges Theatre, Riverland Community College. The Kinney family will also greet friends for one hour prior to the service. Please join the family for a social time at the Eagles’ Club following the service.

Memorials in Steven’s name can be given to The Hormel Institute, Summerset Theatre of Austin or Albert Lea Community Theatre.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 12/21/17

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Obituary

John Joseph “Bud” Minerich, age 93, of Austin, Minnesota, formerly of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away Monday, December 18, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

John was born September 3, 1924 in Cleveland, Ohio, to John and Anna (Basick) Minerich. He received his education in Cleveland, Ohio at East High School, and then went on to college at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. Bud entered the United States Army in May 1943, serving until March of 1946.

On January 19, 1952, Bud was united in marriage to Irene Klebowski in Cleveland. The couple was married 60 years. Irene passed away in 2012. Together they raised four sons. Bud worked for the US Post Office as a letter carrier for 21 years, retiring in 1984. John lived for several years in Ohio and Florida before coming to Austin to be near family. He was a member of the V.F.W. Bud enjoyed playing golf and spending time playing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his sons William (Debra) Minerich of Akron, OH, Russell (Carol) Minerich of Lynchburg, VA, Phillip (Gail) Minerich of Austin, MN, Allen (Cindy Struth) Minerich of Pleasant Garden, NC; five grandchildren Gena Winkels, Ben Minerich, Carrie Minerich, Kevin Minerich, Mathew Minerich; 8 great-grandchildren; two sisters Katherine Samac of Mentor, OH, Joanne Evans of Mentor, OH; one brother Joseph Skoda of Keaau, HI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Thomas Minerich.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Deacon John Kluczny officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the Worlein Funeral Home, followed by a light lunch. Interment will be held at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida, at a later date.

Memorials can be directed to the Twin Cities Honor Flight, Jerry and Jana Kyser at 2674 Mackubin Street, Roseville, MN 55113. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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John Joseph Minerich 1924-2017

John “Bud” Joseph Minerich, age 93, of Austin, Minnesota, formerly of Zephyrhills, Florida, passed away Monday, Dec.18, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

John was born Sept. 3, 1924, in Cleveland, Ohio, to John and Anna (Basick) Minerich. He received his education in Cleveland at East High School and then went on to college at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. Bud entered the United States Army in May 1943, serving until March of 1946.

On Jan. 19, 1952, Bud was united in marriage to Irene Klebowski in Cleveland. The couple was married 60 years. Irene passed away in 2012. Together they raised four sons. Bud worked for the U.S. Post Office as a letter carrier for 21 years, retiring in 1984. John lived for several years in Ohio and Florida before coming to Austin to be near family. He was a member of the V.F.W. Bud enjoyed playing golf and spending time playing with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his sons, William (Debra) Minerich of Akron, Ohio, Russell (Carol) Minerich of Lynchburg, Virginia, Phillip (Gail) Minerich of Austin, Allen (Cindy Struth) Minerich of Pleasant Garden, North Carolina; five grandchildren, Gena Winkels, Ben Minerich, Carrie Minerich, Kevin Minerich, Mathew Minerich; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Katherine Samac of Mentor, Ohio, Joanne Evans of Mentor; one brother, Joseph Skoda of Keaau, Hawaii. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Thomas Minerich.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Deacon John Kluczny officiating. Visitation will be held from 10-11 a.m. at the Worlein Funeral Home, followed by a light lunch. Interment will be held at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Florida, at a later date.

Memorials can be directed to the Twin Cities Honor Flight, Jerry and Jana Kyser at 2674 Mackubin Street, Roseville, MN 55113. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 20 DEC 2017

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May 19, 1938 -- December 17, 2017 (age 79)

Funeral services for Donald Sween will be held 1:00 P.M. Wednesday December 20, 2017 at Bear Creek Lutheran Church Frankford Twp., MN. Burial will take place in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held 1 hr prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

Donald Sween, age 79, of Racine, MN, died Sunday December 17, 2017, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, MN, where he had resided a short time.

Donald was born May 19, 1938 in rural Racine, MN, to Theodore and Elise (Severson) Sween. He attended country school through the 8th grade and high school for a time in Grand Meadow before starting to work for local farmers. On March 5, 1960 he was united in marriage to Nellie Ann Grovdahl at the Evanger Lutheran Church in Sargeant, MN. After their marriage they moved to the home farm where they farmed and milked cows for many years. Nellie Ann passed away in 2002. Donald loved farming. His livestock seemed to love him as much as he loved them. He also enjoyed going to tractor shows, watching the Minnesota Twins, watching John Wayne movies and watching classic T.V.

Donald is survived by his son Michael of Racine, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Nellie Ann and a brother; Harold.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

There's still time to send flowers to the Visitation at the

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home

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January 22, 1924 - December 14, 2017 (age 93)

Funeral services for Rhieny Oeltjen will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday December 18, 2017 at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley with Rev. Dr. David Lieder officiating. Burial will take place in the Spring Valley Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 1-3 P.M. Sunday December 17, 2017 at Faith United Methodist Church 617 Maple Lane Spring Valley.

Rhieny Oeltjen, age 93, of Spring Valley died Thursday December 14, 2017, at Spring Valley Senior Living.

He was born January 22, 1924 in Grand Meadow, MN to William and Anna (Panzy) Oeltjen. He attended school through the 9th grade and was united in marriage to Arlene R. Poldervaard at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA in 1954 and have lived in Spring Valley since then. Rhiney worked for Freeman Construction for several years before driving truck for Ruan Transport for 20 years. After his time with Ruan he was employed by O’connell Excavating for many years as a mechanic and road grader until the age of 88. He enjoyed cars, planes, traveling, playing with fireworks but most of spending time with family.

He is survived by his wife Arlene of Spring Valley, children; Lyle (Clarice) Oeltjen of Overland Park, KS, Lonnie (Marilyn) Oeltjen of Rochester, MN, Vicki (Dean) Nordsving of Rochester, MN, Rhonda (Greg) Haulon of Fort Worth, TX, Ranae (Richard) Clouse of Spring Valley, MN, Cindy (Craig) Seabright of Spring Valley, MN and Alan (Kim) Oeltjen of Red Wing, MN, 13 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and siblings; Ernie (Marge) Oeltjen and Albert (Karen) Oeltjen both of Rochester, MN, Mel (Barb) Oeltjen of TX, Mary Lou Rathbun of Rochester, MN, Don Oeltjen of Kearney, MO, Darla (Gerald) Reno and LaVerne (Hanna) Oeltjen both of LaMarr, MO.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two great-granddaughters; six brothers: Ray, Richard, Marvin, Dale, Edward and Billy; and three sisters: Anna, Hilda and Ruthie.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home

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Richard "Rick" Keller, 67, of Rockford, Illinois, was called home to his heavenly father on Sunday, December 10, 2017.

He was born on July 1, 1950, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Lynn and Eileen (Beck) Keller. Rick served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War and was stationed at Lemoore Naval Base in Lemoore, California, as well as in the Philippines. He married Rebecca “Becky” Brown on Aug. 14, 1971, and made a home in Rockford. He retired from Springfield Electric in 2012. He loved the outdoors and was passionate about deer hunting and fishing and was a board member at the Plug and Pellet Sportsman Club. He was happiest when in the woods. He also took great joy in being with his family and friends and they will miss him terribly.

Rick will be missed by his wife, Becky; son, Mark (Angela) Keller; daughter, Tricia Deleon; grandchildren, Emma, Penelope and Lily Deleon, and Jason and Zoe Keller; siblings, Janice Kooy, Paulette (Dave) Johnson, Roger (Kathy) Keller, June (Jeff) Green, Lori Bendickson; and siblings-in-law, Charles (Margaret) Brown and Anita Jaeger; as well as countless nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service will beat 10 a.m., Saturday, December 30, 2017, at the Fitzgerald Funeral Home, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, Illinois. Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29, 2017, at Fitzgerald Funeral Home. Inurnment will be private. Express online condolences at www.fitzgeraldfh.com.

SOURCE: Austin dai;ly Herald 21 DEC 2017

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Carl F. "Chic" Sayles, 98, of Austin, Minnesota, departed this earthly life for his eternal life in heaven on Dec. 17, 2017.

He was born in Laclede, Missouri, on June 4, 1919, to Carl F. and Luella (McAlister) Sayles. He worked as a salesman and a building contractor for most of his life, but the job he loved most after retirement was being a playground attendant at Becker Primary School in Minnesota. For over 50 years, Chic and Doris had Bible studies in their home.

After retirement, they traveled to Thailand to aid a missionary friend. Chic will be remembered for his love for the Lord, his sense of humor, his loving hugs and overwhelming generosity. He leaves behind a spiritual legacy and beloved family and friends.

Chic is survived by his wife of 74 years, Doris (Day) Sayles; children, Gregory (Joy) Sayles of Bettendorf, Iowa, and Cheryl (David) Van Wingerden of Austin; four granddaughters, Heidi (Jeff) Anderson, Cori (Ozzie) Lindquist, Lora Sayles, and Marcia Sayles; and 10 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30, at Faith Church, 1800 12th St. SW, Austin, MN 55912. Light refreshments will follow the service.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 21 DEC 2017

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Maureen A. Petrucci, 74, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, December 19, 2017, from complications following a stroke at Mayo Clinic Rochester – St. Mary’s Campus, where she had been a patient for the past 11 days.

Maureen Anne Murphy was born on Sept. 15, 1943, in Indiana to William and Elizabeth Murphy. She moved as an infant with her parents to Connecticut and attended school there through high school. After high school she attended nursing school, and after graduating was employed as a nurse at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

Maureen was married on October 16, 1965, in Connecticut to Pasquale M. Petrucci. Following their marriage, the couple lived in Connecticut before moving to Morristown, New Jersey. They were later divorced.

In 1992, Maureen moved to Eagan, Minnesota, where she continued her nursing career until retirement. She moved to Stewartville, Minnesota, in 1995 to live near her daughter, Annemarie, and her family who had moved to rural Grand Meadow. Since 2008, Maureen has made her home as a resident at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center.

She was a past member of the Assembly of God Church in the various communities where she lived. Maureen was an avid knitter who enjoyed crafts, cooking, reading, playing cards and spending time with friends at the care center. She loved time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

Maureen’s family would like to thank all the staff on Domatilla – 2D at St. Mary’s for the excellent care given during the last days of our Mother’s and Grandmother’s life and to all the wonderful staff at Grand Meadow Care Center who made her a part of their community and cared for her like family these last years of her life.

Maureen is survived by her daughter, Annemarie (Mark) Vaupel of Austin, Minnesota; her son, Louis (Deb) Petrucci of Brooklyn, New York; daughter-in-law, Suzanne Petrucci of Morris Plains, New Jersey; six grandchildren: Robert (Mallory) Vaupel, Benjamin Vaupel, Isabella Petrucci, Gabriella Petrucci, Adrianna Petrucci, and Olivia Petrucci; and brother, William (Nancy) Murphy of Kissimmee, Florida.

She was preceded in death by her son, Anthony Petrucci; and her parents.

A time of visitation for family and friends will take place from 2-4 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, at Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville. A private family burial will take place at a later date. Maureen’s family suggests memorials be sent to The Hormel Institute in Austin. Arrangements are with Griffin-Gray Funeral Home in Stewartville. www.griffin-gray.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 22 DEC 2017

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July 29, 1939 - December 21, 2017

Sister Dorothy Anne (Ernster) Mullenbach, O.L.T., 78, of Adams, MN, passed away on December 21, 2017 in Rochester, MN. Visitation will be held at the Adams Funeral Home on December 27, 2017 from 4–8 p.m. with the Holy Rosary beginning at 4:00. On December 28, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, a visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. with the funeral service beginning at 11:00. Interment will follow at the Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Dorothy was born in Caledonia, MN, to Otto and Mary (Schwartzhoff) Ernster on July 29, 1939. She graduated from Loretto High School in Caledonia, MN. She was married to Charles Mullenbach (deceased) on October 17, 1959 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Caledonia, MN. Dorothy went on to earn a degree at the School of Cosmetology in Austin, MN. She owned and operated “Dorothy’s Beauty Salon” in Adams, MN for 35 + years and retired in 2015.

Dorothy had a passion for the Catholic Faith and after one year as a novitiate, she professed her vows in April of 2012, and became Sister Dorothy Mullenbach in the Order of Les Thereseans (O.L.T.) Her deep faith in God and the love she had for her family and friends was evident in her everyday life.

Sister Dorothy is preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Mary; her sister Verlie, and brother-in law, Kenny Morris.

Sr. Dorothy is survived by her sister Barbara (Ernster) and B. Joseph Fazendin, of Stanley, WI; brother James and Connie Ernster, of Louisville, KY; son Lyle and Karla Mullenbach; daughter Jennifer and Shane Ellefson of Adams, MN; seven grandchildren – Adam Mullenbach; Hannah, Hallie, Hogan, and Henry Bergene; Tanner and Anna Ellefson.

A funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 28th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Swaminatha Pothireddy officiating. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery. There will be a 4:00 PM Rosary on Wednesday, December 27th at the Adams Funeral Home where friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. There will also be a visitation on Thursday at the church for one hour before the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams, MN for masses.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Mary Louise Peterson, age 92, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2017, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home in Austin.

Mary was born February 6, 1925 in Rochester, Minnesota, to Ross Emerson and Josephine Marie (Maxson) Hilliard. She attended school in Kasson, MN, graduating in 1944. On June 28, 1944 Mary was united in marriage to Carlos Marvin Peterson in Kasson, Minnesota. Together the couple had seven children. Mary worked as a nanny to Walter Stussy and other children in the Kasson area. She enjoyed her role as wife, mother, and homemaker.

Mary was a member of the St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in Rural Waltham, MN, and former member of St. Olaf Lutheran and Grace Lutheran Churches in Austin, MN. She loved to put together puzzles, enjoyed playing cards, bingo, and taking trips to the casino. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her children Gerald (Cathy) Peterson of Rochester, MN, Daniel Peterson of Amery, WI, Charles (Jean) Peterson of Faribault, MN, Don Peterson of Amery, WI, David (Mary) Peterson of Faribault, MN, Karen (Gary) Schulz of Carroll, IA, Mary Ann (Burton) Ruhter of Brownsdale, MN; 17 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; sister Joan Simonson of Farmington Hills, MI; and sister-in-law Dorothy Hilliard of Kasson, MN.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, three brothers Charles (Evelyn) Hilliard, Oscar Hilliard, Robert Hilliard, and her sister Peggy (Orville) Starkson.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Rural Waltham, MN with Pastor Dwight DoBell officiating. Interment will be in St. Michael’s Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 4 to 7 P.M. at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and will continue on Wednesday morning for one hour prior to services at church.

Memorials can be directed to St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Rural Waltham or St. Mark’s Lutheran Home 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 website

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Richard H. Tracy, age 72, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away suddenly Thursday, December 21, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

Richard Herbert was born January 2, 1945 in Austin, Minnesota, to Raymond and Mildred (Janning) Tracy. He grew up in Austin, and attended Austin Public Schools. Dick went to work for Hormel Foods at a young age. On September 26, 1970 he was united in marriage to Kristi Kae Boettcher at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. They raised their family in Austin, and Dick continued his career with Hormel until he retired due to health reasons.

He loved playing baseball growing up, enjoyed following the Twins and Viking all his life, and was a big fan of John Wayne. Dick was known as a very generous person, loved to make people laugh, and always put others first.

Dick is survived by his wife Kristi; children Gina Tracy, Nick (Dawn) Tracy, and John Tracy all of Austin; grandchildren Harper and Raymond; siblings Vern (Barb) Tracy of Rose Creek, Terry Tracy of Rose Creek, Karen Tracy of Austin, Lois Hellen of Minneapolis, Joanne Mauer of Stacyville, IA; by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, December 29, 2017 at the Worlein Funeral Chapel in Austin, MN with Chaplain Dustin Steinbrink officiating. The Tracy Family will greet friends on Friday morning from 10:00-11:00 A.M. prior to services at Worlein Funeral Home.

Interment will be held at the Calvary Cemetery in Austin at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 26 DEC 2017

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Grace Ross, 106, of Adams, Minnesota, died December 20, 2017, at Comforcare Good Samaritan in Austin, Minnesota.

Grace Elizabeth Hueman was born Aug. 2, 1911, near Taopi, Minnesota, to Matt and Anna (Winkels) Hueman. She married Roland Ross on May 28, 1946. They made their home in Taopi and in 1959 built a home in Adams, where they lived until moving to Cedar Court Apartments in 2010.

She was an avid gardener and enjoyed taking car rides traveling the countryside with Rollie. She loved time spent with her grandchildren and, later in life, her visits from her great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Survivors include her daughter, Georgia (Arlo) Scheevel, Wickenburg, Arizona; grandsons, Wayne (Alicia) Scheevel, Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and Stacey Scheevel, Eagle River, Alaska; son, Terry (Pam) Ross; daughter-in-law, Arlene Hueman; granddaughters, Kathy (Rick) Johnson, Austin, Karen (Mike) Vaith, Austin, and Julie Schmidt, Burnsville, Minnesota; great-grandchildren, Anna (Miles) Lathrop, Austin, David Scheevel, Sioux Falls, Danielle (John) Holwege, Matthew Scheevel, Eagle River, and Michael Kanne, St. Cloud, Minnesota; great-great-grandchildren, Jayden, Rowen, and Lailen; sister-in-law, Larae Rarer; brother-in-law, Maury Hemley; along with nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roland, in 2009; son, James Hueman, in 2006; brother, William Hueman; her father, in 1950; and her mother, Anna, who died in 1982 at the age of 100.

According to her wishes, there will be a private funeral with interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Adams. There will be no visitation.

Services prearranged and performed by Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 23 DEC 2017

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Funeral notice: Alan Clifford Larson, 73

Alan Clifford Larson, age 73, of Red Wing, Minnesota, died Sunday, December 17, 2017, at his home.

Service: A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Todd Portinga, Associate in Ministry, officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service.

Interment: Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin with military honors by American Legion Post 91.

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

Memorials: Memorials can be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 26 DEC 2017

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Obituary - Alan Clifford Larson

Alan Clifford Larson, age 73 of Red Wing, Minnesota, died Sunday, December 17, 2017 at his home.

Alan was born April 14, 1944 in Austin, Minnesota to Harry M. and Ruby F. (King) Larson. Following his graduation from Austin High School in 1962, he went on to college at Mankato State University, graduating in 1969. In 1965 he entered the military and served until 1968. He had various jobs throughout his lifetime. His latest job was working at the Treasure Island Casino in Red Wing, Minnesota. Alan will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Alan is survived by his brother Dwight (Ida) Larson of Austin, MN; his nephew Paul (Pilar) Larson of Waco, TX; his niece Twyla (James) Hedeen of River Falls, WI; and special friend Hjordes Ebeling. He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant brother Darrel.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Todd Portinga, Associate in Ministry, officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin with military honors by American Legion Post 91. Memorials can be directed to St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Obituary

Agnes M. Stahl, age 95 of Albert Lea, Minnesota formerly of Austin, Minnesota died Sunday morning, December 24, 2017, at St. John’s Lutheran Home in Albert Lea.

Agnes Marie Bliss was born October 1, 1922 in Osage, Iowa the daughter of Clarence and Elda Bliss. She received her education in Missouri. On March 11, 1939, she was united in marriage to LaRoy William Stahl at Osage, Iowa. The couple made their home in Austin, Minnesota where they raised their family of five boys.

Agnes was a member of Crane Chapel. She liked to garden, canning and enjoyed embroidering and quilting. She kept busy with her five boys and would always bake fresh bread for them. In addition to raising her family, Agnes worked for many years at Land O’ Lakes in Albert Lea. LaRoy died on February 9, 1991. Agnes continued to make her home in Austin until moving to St. John’s Lutheran Home in 2014.

Survivors include her five sons, Clifford (Betty) Stahl of Albert Lea, Robert (Barb) Stahl of Austin, Larry (Wanell) Stahl of Paris, Texas, Ronald (Carol) Stahl of Albert Lea and Gerald Stahl of Stillwater; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Charles (Gladys) Bliss of Austin and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Elda Bliss; her husband, LaRoy Stahl and one brother, Herb Bliss.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin, Minnesota with Pastor Dale Christiansen of Crane Chapel officiating. Interment will follow the service at Grandview Cemetery in Austin. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the Worlein Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 2nd.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website

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Jeanne M. (Maloney) Lauritzen, 92, passed away Wednesday, December 20, 2017, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Jeanne was born April 4, 1925, in Preston, Minnesota, to Eugene and Mary (O’Connor) Maloney. She moved to Austin, Minnesota, at a young age and attended St. Augustine grade school. She graduated from Austin High School in 1943 and went on to Cosmetology school in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

On July 4, 1948, she was united in marriage to Bob Lauritzen. They lived in Austin, where they raised four children. She was part owner of The Golden Tress Beauty Salon for many years. She loved her profession and worked as a hairdresser for 52 years.

Jeanne was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. She enjoyed gardening, reading, painting, and needlework. She was proud of her Irish heritage and took two trips to Ireland. She loved summer vacations spent at Leech Lake with family, and friends.

Survivors include her children, Sue Frank, Mary (Jerry) Butlin, Mike (Betty) Lauritzen, and Joanie (Jim) Perrin; grandchildren, Joe (Kelli) Frank, Jeff (Marie) Frank, Annie (Ryan) Booth, Abbie (Jon) Kozitza, Damian (Tracy) Lauritzen, Katie (Dean) Bolin, Bob (Maria) Lauritzen, and Alex Perrin; 16 great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty Vaith, Kay Hahn, and Maryann Maloney; brothers, Vince (Nancy) Maloney and Ray (Mary Jo) Maloney; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Bob Lauritzen; brother, Jack Maloney; brothers-in-law, Ed Vaith and Jerry Hahn; son-in-law, Al Frank; infant son, Joseph Robert.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Tupper officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. CCW rosary service on Thursday, Dec. 28, 2017, at Mayer Funeral Home. Friends and family may call from 4-7 p.m. at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 27 DEC 2017

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Funeral services for a former Osage [Iowa] man, Carl Koch, 85, were held Tuesday at the Church of Christ in Austin. Mr. Koch died Saturday at his home in Austin. Burial was in the Osage Cemetery.

Carl Koch was born in Germany on September 21, 1886, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Chris Koch. He accompanied his parents to Mitchell county when he was a young child.

Surviving are his wife, Matie of Austin; one son, Stewart Koch of Phoenix, Arizona; a grandson; five great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. Ted Frank of Osage, Mrs. Nettie Peterson of St. Ansgar, Mrs. Cora McDermott of Waterloo; two brothers, Alvin Koch of Mason City and Fred Koch of Phoenix.

Source: Mitchell County Press, Oct. 21, 1971

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#2:

Social Security Death Index:

Given Name: Carl
Surname: Koch
Birth Date: 21 September 1886
Social Security Number: 470-05-5113
State: Minnesota
Last Place of Residence: Mower, Minnesota
Previous Residence Postal Code: 55912
Event Date: October 1971
Age: 85

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#3:

Minnesota Historical Soc. Death records:

KOCH, CARL HENRY
Date of Birth: 21 Sep 1886
Place of Birth: OUT OF STATE
Mother Maiden Name: DEMMER

Certid# 1971-MN-026358

Date of Death: 16 Oct 1971
County of Death: MOWER

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Funeral notice: Steve D. Corey, 65

Steve D. Corey, 65, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017, at his home.

Service: Funeral service will be from 10:30-11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, at Crane Chapel with the Rev. Dale Christiansen and Pastor Dave Simerson officiating.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018, at Mayer Funeral Home.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 DEC 2017

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Steve Dwane Corey

September 10, 1952 - December 27, 2017

(No obituary)

Visitation:
    JAN 2. 04:00 PM
    Mayer Funeral Home
    600 2nd Street NW
    Austin, MN

Service:
    JAN 3. 10:30 AM
    Crane Community Chapel
    Austin, MN

Cemetery Details:
    Oakwood Cemetery
    1800 4 St. NW
    Austin, MN

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website, 29 DEC 2017

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Steve Corey, 65, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Dec. 27, 2017, of post surgery complications.

He was born in Winona, Minnesota on Sept. 10, 1952, to Richard and Delores (Pavek) Corey. He attended and graduated from Austin Public Schools. He met his one true love Cheryl Oldenburg when he was 19 and she was 14.

While attending classes at Riverland Community College, he was drafted to serve his country in the US Army in Korea as a Communications Specialist. That began a lifelong love of radios and electronics. He was honorably discharged in 1974. Steve and Cheryl married on April 23, 1975. He finished college, then worked as a salesman for the Charles F. Fox Wholesale Company for many years. Later, he worked for Hormel Foods where he was still employed at the time of his death.

Steve and Cheryl’s union brought them two beloved sons, Ryan (and wife Amanda) Corey of Austin, and Chad Corey, of Rochester, Minnesota. Steve leaves behind his wife and best friend of 42 years, Cheryl Corey; sons Ryan and Chad; daughter-in-law Amanda Corey, and four beautiful grandchildren. Also surviving are his Mother-in-law Marlene Oldenburg, brothers Wayne Corey of Wheatridge, CO, Lee Corey (Helene) of Orangeburg, NY, and Jay Corey (Tammy) of Austin, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Susan and John Eggers of Rochester, Brad and Karen Oldenburg of Austin and Sandy and John Fish of Rochester. He had and loved many, many aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews, cousins, close friends, neighbors and co-workers, and his little buddy Lacy, the family Yorkie.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; Mother Delores Mae Corey in 1974; his Father Richard Corey in 1997; his Father-in-law Eugene Oldenburg in 1997; his brother Gregory Corey in 2008, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Steve was a long-time member of the Austin Amateur Radio Club and had many good friends there, especially Carl Rayman.

The Corey family covets your prayers in this difficult time. Steve loved the Lord Jesus. He was so greatly loved by his family and will be greatly missed. Blessed be his memory.

A Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 3, 2018, at Crane Community Chapel with Pastor Dale Christiansen and Pastor David Simerson officiating. Friends may call from 4-7 pm on Tuesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post No. 91 and VFW Post No. 1216.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 2 JAN 2018

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Daniel Grant Brown, 72, passed away peacefully the morning of December 24, 2017, with his wife, Linda, by his side in their home in Little Elm, Texas. He had been battling brain cancer for over two years. Dan was a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

He was born to Heber Grant and Roxana (Shaw) Brown on July 21, 1945, in Driggs, Idaho. He was a competitive swimmer and won the tri-state science fair award in 1963. He was a self-taught programmer who predicted in college that everyone would one day own a computer, earning him a less-than-stellar final grade with his teacher, noting that this was “science fiction.”

He received his bachelor of science in zoology in 1967, master of science in microbiology in 1972 at Brigham Young University, and served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1968-1972. He was a cutting-edge microbiologist and food scientist for Research & Development at Hormel Foods, Inc. for over 36 years, inventing low sodium Spam and creating innovative patented technologies to improve food safety.

He retired in 2009 and moved to Texas to be closer to his children and grandchildren.

He had a lifelong commitment to hard work and continuing education and instilled that in his children. He said that the key to success is action, and the essential action is perseverance. He annually visited the Texas State Fair with his family, with a turkey leg as his favorite treat. He learned from life’s lessons and continually aspired to be a better man.

He married Linda Brand on Feb. 24, 1996, in Austin, Minnesota. During their marriage, they were able to travel to all 50 states together and also enjoyed dancing, good meals, family holidays, and going on cruises together.

Dan was a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He served as ward clerk for decades and served in many other appointed roles in the church.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Heber Grant and Roxana Brown. He is survived by his loving wife, Linda; son, Jeffrey (Heather) Brown; daughters, Heidi (Robert) Pazura and Michelle (John) Reed; 10 grandchildren; 11 step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; siblings, Patricia Bowdey, Helen (Stan) McGuire, Marilyn Brown, and David (Nanette) Brown.

Visitation will be held 11 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2018, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Cross Roads Building, 8801 Martop Rd., Aubrey, TX. Funeral services, officiated by Bishop Matt Packer, will begin at noon. The family graveside service will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Slay-Bloomfield-Jones Cemetery in Mountain Springs, Texas. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Histiocytosis Association or the Perpetual Education Fund. Online condolences may be shared at www.slaymemorialfuneralhome.com.

Special thanks to the doctors and staff at UT Southwestern (Dr. Patel, Dr. Froelich, Dr. Nedzi, and Mark), who gave us an extra two years with our husband and father.

Arrangements are under the direction of Terri Slay and Slay Memorial Funeral Center.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 DEC 2017

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Joan “Jo” Landherr, 85, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Austin.

Joan was born November 1, 1932, in Nevada Township, Minnesota, to Frederick and Anna (Heimer) Landherr. She attended grade school at St. John’s Catholic School in Johnsburg, Minnesota, and then graduated from Adams High School. She went on to have a 45-year career with the Geo. A. Hormel Company.

Jo was an active person. She traveled to Europe and Central America in her younger years, bowled – including a 600 series – and golfed. She loved her family and kept up to date on everyone’s activities and events, even as she ventured out less and less often. She was a passionate and generous supporter of her family throughout her life. She will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Gerald and Donald; sisters, Jane Felten and Ann Howden.

Jo is survived by her sister, Dorothy (Gerald) Gerber, Adams, Minnesota; brothers, Jerome “Slim” (LaVonne) Landherr, Adams, and Herbert “Pee Wee” Landherr, Adams; nieces and nephews, Tom Landherr, Chuck (Cindy) Landherr, Mark Landherr, Sue (Brent) Lunde, Deb Landherr, Kay (Felten) Brown, Dale Felten, Gary (Susan) Felten, Jim (Jeanne) Felten and Ron (Kim) Felten; great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 3, at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating. Interment will be at St. John’s Cemetery in Johnsburg at a later date. Visitation will be one hour before the service.

Memorials may be designated to the donor’s choice.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 DEC 2017

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I was born on Sunday, March 13, 1921, in Austin, Minnesota, to Ralph and Lucy Maye Stevens. In addition to surviving them, my brother, Wayne Stevens just passed on at age 95. I have outlived my first wife of 30 years, Eva Mae Stevens, my second of wife of 32 years Joyce Ann Stevens, and my son, Brant Stevens – I sure miss him. On my last birthday, I was 96 years old. I died peacefully in the early morning hours of December 21, 2017.

After growing up in Austin, I left Minnesota for work in 1941. After Pearl Harbor occurred, I enlisted in the U.S. Navy, reporting to duty on June 6, 1942. Except for a couple of years at Indiana University after the war, I would live in Kentucky until 2015, when I returned to live in Minnesota to be near my family.

My brother and I played Austin High School football, winning a Regional State Championship in 1938. I was called “Mo” during that time. As I mentioned above, I enlisted in the military. A guy named Jim Topmiller, from Bowling Green, Kentucky, and I met in signal school and were the only two Navy personnel assigned to a Merchant Marine ship, the S.S. Winslow Homer, whose initial trip with us as signalmen was traveling across the Pacific, the Subcontinent, and the Middle East. He and I would share signal duty on rotating four-hour shifts. In early 1944, Jim and I were stationed aboard the S.S. John Steele. We sailed around Africa and throughout the Mediterranean, and on D-Day, June 6, 1944, I was at Omaha Beach, assisting my ship as it dropped off troops, jeeps, and trucks for combat. I was so frightened and so surprised that I made it through without being physically wounded. I wrote about all this in my memoirs.

After discharge from the Navy, while in Bowling Green to visit my friend Jim, I met a girl, Eva Mae Stone, and so enrolled at Western Kentucky University to be near her, eventually earning a bachelor’s degree. Later, I obtained a master’s degree and a Rank 1 from Indiana University. I eventually married that girl in 1947 and we shared a wonderful life together for 30 years, until her death, and raised a fine son, Brant Vaughn Stevens.

In 1949, I joined the teaching staff with the Jefferson County Public Schools in Louisville, Kentucky, and subsequently became an assistant principal at DuPont Manual High School in 1954. Six years later, I was appointed principal of Highland Junior High School. In July 1970, I served as assistant director of certified personnel for the Louisville Board of Education. Shortly before and during the period of merger of the Louisville School Board and the Jefferson County School System (1971-1977), I was the principal of Semple Elementary School. During all this time, I taught part-time at the University of Louisville School of Education.

For several years, I served on the Louisville Education Association Board as well as the Kentucky State Textbook Association, on which I was involved in the selection of textbooks for the public schools. Initially, I was involved as a member, but eventually I held all offices in the Louisville Chapter of Phi Kappa International Professional Fraternity in Education and was a delegate to their International Conference for several years. Over all these years, I felt pride that I was comfortable in my involvement with all areas of public education.

After Eva’s death, I married Joyce. I was blessed again and we had 32 years together until her death in 2009. In 2012, I suddenly lost my 56-year-old son, Brant. I sure miss them.

My hobbies included working on and preparing sport cars for concourse shows and auto crossings. As a member of the Kentucky Region Porsche Club of America, I was elected treasurer for a few terms. Joyce and I also joined the South Park Country Club and we enjoyed playing golf there. I was always interested in watercolors, but only made time for it later in my life. I truly enjoyed the creativeness of painting, and was prolific in my output. For many years, I would paint Kentucky winter scenes and used the art for our Christmas cards. I also loved reading. Until I was 83 years of age, I ran in the Kentucky Derby Mini-Marathon, often winning the senior division. Until some serious health issues arose for me at age 94, I worked out daily at the Jewish Community Center.

I have outlived most everyone in my world. I am survived by my brother Wayne’s wife, Mary Ann Stevens; my son’s wife, Sheela Stevens; and by my stepson, Alan Cheek (Deborah). Also surviving are my nieces, Sue Lynn McDaniel (Bob), Rebecca Mesenbrink (Brad), Melanie Misafir (Erol), Sheryl Watson (Jim), and Barb Germain (Mark); and my nephew, Tim Stevens (Cheryl).

I have donated my body for the training of medical professionals to the University of Minnesota School of Medicine. Eventually, there will be a private family service to celebrate my life in Bowling Green.

In lieu of flowers, my preference would be that expressions of sympathy be made to the Heartland Hospice Memorial, 1257 Second St. N., Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (or online at heartlandhospicefund.org/donate), who took such good care of me in my last few months and days of my life.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 DEC 2017

Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 2 JAN 2018

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Funeral notice: Mathias “Mike” J. Merten, 84

Mathias “Mike” J. Merten, 84, of Adams, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017, at the Adams Health Care Center.

Service: Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 2, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating.

Visitation: At the church one hour before the service.

Entombment: Entombment at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri.

Funeral Home: The Adams Funeral Home.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 DEC 2017

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Mathias "Mike" James Merten

February 24, 1933 - December 27, 2017

U.S. Veteran

Mathias “Mike” J. Merten, 84 of Adams, Minnesota, died Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at the Adams Health Care Center.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 2nd at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Visitation will be held at the church one hour before the service. Entombment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri. The Adams Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Mathias “Mike” Merten, 84

Mathias “Mike” J. Merten, 84, of Adams, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017, at the Adams Health Care Center.

Mike was born Feb. 24, 1933, in Adams to Phillip and Leonilla (Mullenbach) Merten. In 1951, he graduated from Adams High School and went on to serve in the U.S. Army. After his service, he attended The University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse, graduating in 1959. He married Susan Palubicki in 1963 at Winona, Minnesota.

He started the Merten Company in 1965 in Kansas City, Missouri. He attended Our Lady of Lourdes in Raytown, Missouri, where he served on the parish council. He was heavily involved in Boy Scouts Troop 428 and the Raytown High School Band and athletic boosters.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Susan, in 2012; his brother, Nathan; and his baby twin brother, Mike.

Mike is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, David (Michelle) Merten, Grayslake, Illinois; two grandchildren, Alex Merten, Grayslake, and Kristina Merten, Grayslake; sisters and brother-in-law, Dorothy Loecher, West Bend, Wisconsin, and Sally (Damian) Bissen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; brother and sisters-in-law, Bernard (Eline) Merten, St. Ansgar, Iowa, and Betty Merten, Brownsdale, Minnesota; nieces and nephews.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 2, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Visitation will be held at the church one hour before the service. Entombment will be at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Kansas City. The Adams Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 30 DEC 2017

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Funeral notice: Jake A. Hastings, 25

Jake A. Hastings, 25, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2017, at his mother’s home.

Visitation: Friends may call from 1-5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 30, at Mayer Funeral Home.

Interment: Interment will take place at a later date.

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

Memorials: In lieu of flowers, memorial are preferred.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 DEC 2017

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Jake Allen Hastings 1992-2017

October 26, 1992 - December 27, 2017

No obituary

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website, 29 DEC 2017

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Geraldine Marie Wodke, age 68, of Osage, died Monday, January 1, 2018, at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage. Cremation has taken place.

A gathering of family and friends to celebrate Geraldine’s life will be held from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Saturday, January 6, 2018, at Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage, Iowa. Inurnment will be at a later date in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin, Minnesota.

Geraldine was born May 9, 1949, in Osage, Iowa, the daughter of George and Millie (Barnett) Rohde. She graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1968. Geraldine worked as a CNA for many years, most recently at Faith Lutheran Home before retiring in 2010. She enjoyed her grandchildren, drinking coffee and eating sweet rolls, going gambling, doing word puzzles and spending time with her dog, Herbie.

Geraldine is survived by her daughter, Angela (Brian) Hickle of Osage; her son, David (Truda) Wodke of Cedar Rapids; grandchildren: Jessica Hickle of Mason City, Bryce Hickle of Iowa City and Trey Wodke of Cedar Rapids; siblings, Reta Rohde of Austin, Minnesota, Olven Rohde of Osage, Rosella (Richard) Hagelund of St. Ansgar and Duane Rohde of Mapleview, Minnesota; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Scott Wodke; a granddaughter, Taylor Wodke; and seven brothers and one sister.

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

SOURCE: Champion–Bucheit Funeral Home website

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Donald Joseph Kofron, 101, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, Dec. 30, 2017.

Don was born Nov. 29, 1916, in Mason City, Iowa, to Frank and Lillian (Zabokrtsky) Kofron. He graduated from Mason City High School in 1933 and married Dorris Birdsell on May 11, 1941. Following their wedding Don and Dorris lived in California, New Mexico, and Mississippi during Don’s Army Air Corps pilot training. After completing his military service as a B-17 Flying Fortress pilot in World War II, Don and Dorris lived in Iowa City, Iowa, for several years. During this time their son Phillip was born and Don graduated from the University of Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in business. In 1950, Don, Dorris and Phillip moved to Austin, where Don resided for 67 years.

Don led a full, rich life of 101 years as a dedicated husband, father, neighbor and friend. His life’s work was as a food scientist in research and development at Hormel Foods, Inc. His role at Hormel included work in Austin as well as Japan, the Philippines and Australia. Don was a long-standing member of First United Methodist Church, where he participated in various committees and sang in the church choir.

Don greatly cared about his friends, his caregivers, and his Kofron, Birdsell, Bast, and McGlaughlin family, including being Grandpa Don to the Rogers. He greatly enjoyed the outdoors, especially hiking in the Colorado mountains and fishing at Lake Koronis and the Rainy River, conversations, golf, big band and classical music, ballroom dancing, singing, watercolor and oil painting, designing and fixing things, woodworking and reading. Don was known for his exuberant zest for life and almost always was “up for anything.”

Survivors include Don’s son, Phillip (Marilynn) Kofron; nieces, Sharon (Larry) Dixon, Linda Johnston, and Nancy Whipple; and nephew, Richard (Donna) Long.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Lillian (Zabokrtsky) Kofron; baby brother; wife, Dorris (Birdsell) Kofron; sisters-in-law, Mildred (Birdsell) Pattschull, June (Klinge) Birdsell, and Lucille (Birdsell) Long Trimble; brothers-in-law, Dale Pattschull, Don Birdsell, Wayne Long, and Turner Trimble; and nephew, Gary (Donna) Pattschull.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, 2018, at First United Methodist Church in Austin with Pastor Dennis Tamke officiating. Visitation will be on Friday for one hour prior to the funeral service at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post 91 and VFW 1216. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First United Methodist Church in Austin, Minnesota.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 3 JAN 2018

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Funeral notice: James R. Finholdt, 79

Published 7:48 am Wednesday, January 3, 2018

James R. Finholdt, 79, of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Friday, Dec. 29, 2017.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be one hour before the service on Friday.

Interment: Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 3 JAN 2018

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James Finholdt

September 28, 1938 - December 29, 2017

James R. Finholdt, 79 of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Friday, December 29, 2017.

Jim was born September 28, 1938 in Austin, Minnesota to Rolland and Mary (Diekema) Finholdt. He graduated from Austin High School in 1957 and later owned and operated the J & L Drive In which was located in Mapleview. In the late 60s, he moved to Minneapolis where he worked as a parts manager for the Possis Corporation. He relocated back to Austin in 1980 to care for his father and later moved to Albert Lea where he met Peggy (Sullivan) Hanson. Jim and Peggy were married in November 1986 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Peggy was his one true love and he enjoyed spending time with her. Peggy passed away in May 2017.

Jim loved all sports. He enjoyed playing baseball and basketball, horseback riding, snowmobiling, bowling and playing pool. He was known to his nieces and nephews as their “cool” uncle and he was always there for his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Peggy; sister, Joyce Prehn and brothers, Ronald and Robert Finholdt.

Jim is survived by his brother: Clifford Finholdt, Austin, MN; sisters: Grace “Patti” Finholdt, Bradenton, FL, Susan (Kenneth) Dunn, Belleville, IL, Rosemary Finholdt, Columbus, OH, and Julie (Terry) Corkill, Austin, MN; many nieces and nephews; stepchildren: Laurie (Ray) Mechler, Austin, TX, David (Diane) Sullivan, Cottage Grove, MN; seven step grandchildren and three step great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 5th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Friday.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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James R. Finholdt, 79, of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Friday, December 29, 2017.

Jim was born Sept. 28, 1938, in Austin, Minnesota, to Rolland and Mary (Diekema) Finholdt. He graduated from Austin High School in 1957 and later owned and operated the J & L Drive In, located in Mapleview, Minnesota. In the late 60s, he moved to Minneapolis, Minnesota, where he worked as a parts manager for the Possis Corporation.

He relocated back to Austin, Minnesota, in 1980 to care for his father and later moved to Albert Lea, Minnesota, where he met Peggy (Sullivan) Hanson. Jim and Peggy were married in November 1986 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Peggy was his one true love and he enjoyed spending time with her. Peggy passed away in May 2017.

Jim loved all sports. He enjoyed playing baseball and basketball, horseback riding, snowmobiling, bowling and playing pool. He was known to his nieces and nephews as their “cool” uncle and was always there for his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Peggy; sister, Joyce Prehn; and brothers, Ronald and Robert Finholdt.

Jim is survived by his brother, Clifford Finholdt, Austin, Minnesota; sisters, Grace “Patti” Finholdt, Bradenton, Florida, Susan (Kenneth) Dunn, Belleville, Illinois, Rosemary Finholdt, Columbus, Ohio, and Julie (Terry) Corkill, Austin, Minnesota; many nieces and nephews; stepchildren, Laurie (Ray) Mechler, Austin, Texas, and David (Diane) Sullivan, Cottage Grove, Minnesota; seven step-grandchildren; and three step-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Friday.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 4 JAN 2018

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December 08, 1935 - December 28, 2017

Beverly A. Lady, age 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Mayo Clinic Hospitals - St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

No services are planned.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Gladys A. Ehlers, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, December 28, 2017, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Gladys was born July 21, 1931, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Anthony and Emma (Nazzaro) Picone. She graduated from Needham High School in 1949 and the Ambler School of Horticulture for Women at Temple University in 1951. She married Ervin Ehlers in Wayland, Massachusetts, in 1961.

Gladys’s education led her to a lifetime of sharing her gifts of creativity, first in the Boston area, then from her country home north of Austin, where she owned “Creative Designs.” She was employed by Johnson Floral and Hy-Vee Floral in Austin and Rochester Floral. She was often asked to present programs on floral designs and also taught Community Education classes. She was a member of Business and Professional Women, the YWCA and Zonta.

She enjoyed volunteering as a chaperone during the Miss Minnesota Pageants and she was a board member of the Wilbur Sayles Lay Music Ministry Mission in Austin.

Gladys was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church, where she was an active member of United Methodist Women, Koinonia, Questers and the Mission Outreach Team. She especially enjoyed going on mission trips and helping with “Feed My Starving Children” events.

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

Gladys is survived by her sister-in-law, Mildred Ehlers; niece, Mary (Richard) Daniels; cousins, Ada Twomey, Lorel Nazzaro, Zita Hansen, Rosemary Hamel, and Edward Nazzaro; and many friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 4, at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens in Rochester, Minnesota. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday for one hour before the service. Memorials may be directed to First United Methodist Church or The Hormel Historic Home.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald website, 3 JAN 2018

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July 21, 1931 - December 28, 2017

Gladys Arlene Ehlers, age 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, December 28, 2017 at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Gladys was born July 21, 1931 in Boston, Massachusetts to Anthony and Emma (Nazzaro) Picone. She graduated from Needham High School in 1949 and the Ambler School of Horticulture for Women at Temple University in 1951. She married Ervin Ehlers in Wayland, Massachusetts in 1961.

Glady’s education led her to a lifetime of sharing her gifts of creativity; first in the Boston area, then from her country home north of Austin where she owned “Creative Designs”. She was employed by Johnson Floral and Hy-Vee Floral in Austin and Rochester Floral.

She was often asked to present programs on floral designs and also taught Community Education classes. She was a member of Business and Professional Women, the “YWCA” and Zonta.

She enjoyed volunteering as a chaperone during the Miss Minnesota Pageants and she was a board member of the Wilbur Sayles Lay Music Ministry Mission in Austin.

Glady was a faithful member of First United Methodist Church where she was an active member of United Methodist Women, Koinonia, Questers and the Mission Outreach Team. She especially enjoyed going on mission trips and helping with “Feed My Starving Children” events.

She was preceded in death by her husband Ervin and her parents.

Gladys is survived by her sister-in-law: Mildred Ehlers; niece: Mary (Richard) Daniels; cousins: Ada Twomey, Lorel Nazzaro, Zita Hansen, Rosemary Hamel, Edward Nazzaro; and many friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 4th at First United Methodist Church with the Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens, Rochester. Visitation ill be at the church on Thursday for one hour before the service.

Memorials may be directed to First United Methodist Church or The Hormel Historic Home. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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December 29, 1929 - January 02, 2018

Janet I. Mueller, 88 formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at Pleasant Manor in Faribault, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 6th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Elizabeth Endicott officiating. Interment will be at St. John’s Cemetery, St. Ansgar, Iowa. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Saturday.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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