Lisa Mary Kellin, 61, of Cohasset, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2018, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Lisa was born in 1957, to Lawrence and Mary Enright in Austin, Minnesota, where she grew up and graduated from Austin Pacelli high school. She also achieved a 4-year degree from St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota. She was united in marriage to Michael Kellin on Jan. 27, 1979, and they made their home on Sugar Lake from July 1980 to present.

Lisa was self-employed most of her working life, owning businesses with her husband including K&K farmers market in the early years and Cousins Subs. Most recently, she was the office manager at Coldwell Banker Northwoods Realty in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Lisa helped many people and performed numerous good deeds throughout her life, dedicating many years serving the community through Special Olympics, the St. Joe’s parish, and mission trips like The Moto Hope School in Kenya.

The most important memory of Lisa was the kind of person she was; beautiful, competitive and spirited, but at the same time totally loving, kind, patient, positive and supportive. We so much wanted Lisa with us longer, but God said it was time for her to come home. She cherished first and foremost family, especially her six grandchildren, and looked forward to meeting number seven any day. She also had a deep love for her youngest child, Marcus, who has special needs.

Lisa was preceded in death by her parents, Larry and Mary Enright.

She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Mike; daughter, Lauren (Brett) Beckfeld of Grand Rapids; three sons, Mitchel (Joanna) Kellin of Grand Rapids, Lewis (Megan) Kellin of Grand Rapids and Marcus Kellin of Cohasset; three sisters, Jane Enright of Prescott, Wisconsin, Mary Ann Pieper of Edina, Minnesota, and Amy (John Lange) Conlin of St. Charles, Minnesota; one brother, Mark (Brenda) Enright of Cohasset; six grandchildren, Finley, Cullen, Jenner, Olie, Payton, Mallory and one on the way; many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at noon on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2018, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grand Rapids with F. Jerry Weiss officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the church and will be held until the time of the service. Burial will be in Wildwood Cemetery in Cohasset, followed by a celebration of life reception from 3-7 p.m. at Timberlake Lodge. Arrangements are with Rowe Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Grand Rapids. Condolences may be left online at www.rowefuneralhomeandcrematory.com.

In lieu of flowers and gifts, please consider donating to the Itasca Area Cancer Crisis Fund.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 13 OCT 2018

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Martin Arthur (Art) Bustad, 86, died Sept. 24, 2018, at the Silver Bay Veterans Home in Silver Bay, Minnesota.

He was born April 11, 1932, to Martin and Emma (Ryerson) Bustad in Austin, Minnesota. He graduated from Austin High School in 1950 and from St. Olaf College in 1954. He was inducted into the U.S. Air Force as a second lieutenant. in 1954. He served in the Air Force for two years and in the Reserves for an additional 12 years, achieving the rank of captain.

In 1954, he married the love of his life, Corinne Jovaag. They were blessed with a wonderful marriage and three lovely children, Marcus, Aana and Jonas.

He was an elegant, steadfast Christian man who served God, his country and his family faithfully. He owned a construction company and farms in Austin, a peat mining company in Florida and, just before retirement, became a successful realtor in the metro area in Minnesota. He also served on the Board of First National Bank in Austin and was a past president of the Minnesota Limestone Producers Association. He was a member and served as president of St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin, St. John Lutheran Church in Winter Park, Florida, St. Anthony Park Lutheran Church in St. Paul, Minnesota, and New Salem Lutheran Church in Bemidji, Minnesota.

He loved music and literature, sang bass in church choirs and played the bass fiddle in high school and in the St. Olaf College Orchestra. He also loved boats and boating, which included his 50-foot Chris Craft (which he took all the way down the Mississippi through Florida to the Bahamas) as well as his pontoon boat on Big Turtle Lake in Bemidji and many in between.

He is survived by his wife, Corinne; son, Marcus (Jane Neumiller); daughter, Aana (Doug Jahnke); son, Jonas; two grandchildren, Sarah Bustad and David Bustad; his brother-in-law, the Rev. Arvid (Lois) Jovaag; sister-in-law, Shirley Jovaag; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Emma Bustad; and sister, Arlene Bustad.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018, at New Salem Lutheran Church in Bemidji with Pastors Arvid Jovaag and Terry Hagensen officiating. Cremation will be carried out by the Cremation Society of Minnesota, LLC.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 SEP 2018

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Kim Ann (Bruckmeier) Mortenson, 53, passed away on Tuesday Sept. 25, 2018, at her home in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

She was born on September 19, 1965, the daughter of Edward (Red) Stark and Pam Bruckmeier. She married Mark Mortenson on Sept. 4, 1990.

Kim is survived by her father, Edward (Red) Stark, Lyle, Minnesota; brother, Mark Bruckmeier, Greeley, Colorado; sister, Kay Bruckmeier; brother Matt Stark, Austin, Minnesota; sister, Suzi (Stark) Holtz, Atwater, Minnesota; ex-husband, Mark Mortenson, Colorado Springs; and special friend, Mike Fiorillo, Colorado Springs.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Pam Bruckmeier; brother, Craig Stark; grandparents; aunts and uncles.

Memorials for the family can be sent to PO Box 321, Atwater, MN 56209.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 29 SEP 2018

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Marlys Maxine (Dunker) Akkerman 1928-2018

December 17, 1928 - September 30, 2018

Marlys M. Akkerman, 89, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, was called to her heavenly home on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018.

Marlys Maxine (nee Dunker) Akkerman was born Dec. 17, 1928, to Carl and Olga Dunker in rural Claremont, Minnesota. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Claremont.

On May 22, 1949, she married Donald Henry Akkerman and they were blessed with six children. They moved to Brownsdale, where they raised their family.

Marlys and Don founded D.H. Akkerman Construction Company, started in 1952, and Akkerman Inc., started in 1973. After retirement in 1990, they built a home on the Rainy River near Baudette, Minnesota. During the years of their marriage, she worked as the bookkeeper for both of the businesses. In addition, she was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed gardening, reading, jigsaw puzzles and fishing. In her later years, she especially enjoyed her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and numerous bus trips with friends.

Marlys is survived by her children, Ruth (James) Fandrey, Lincoln, Nebraska, Maynard (Robin) Akkerman, Brownsdale, and Barbara (Wade) Kester, St. Clair, Minnesota; daughter-in-law, Rhonda Akkerman, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota; grandchildren, Sara Lorenz, Rachel (Jeffrey) Meyer, Anne (Travis) Kerkman, Katie Akkerman, Autumn (Travis) Riley, Emily Akkerman, Derek Akkerman, Justin (Heidi) Akkerman, Andrew (Abby) Akkerman, Bridget (Matthew) Anderson and Adam (Amanda) Kester; 21 great-grandchildren; brother, Dennis (Janice) Dunker; brother-in-law, Dale (Ila) Akkerman; and many friends.

Preceding Marlys in death were her parents, Carl and Olga Dunker; brothers, Lowell and Russell Dunker; husband, Donald; infant son, Martin; sons, Wayne and Kenneth; and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham, Minnesota, with the Rev. Paul Lauer officiating. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018, at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and for one hour before the service on Thursday at the church. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Brownsdale.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 3 OCT 2018

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September 4, 1959 -- September 29, 2018 (age 59)

Peter D. Bissen, age 59, of Greenleafton, Minnesota, died on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at home.

A Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 13, 2018, at Greenleafton Reformed Church with Pastor Roger Lokker officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 11:00 to 1:00 on Saturday, October 13. Burial will be in Greenleafton Cemetery. Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home Preston, MN is assisting the family.

Peter Donald “Pete” Bissen was born on September, 4, 1959, in Rose Creek, Minnesota, son of Donald and Georgia (Langmo) Bissen. He was a 1978 graduate of Southland High School. Pete furthered his education and graduated from community college from Austin, Minnesota, as a Tool & Die Machinist. On October 6, 1995, Pete married Annie-Laurie Knowles at the Christ Episcopal Church in Austin, Minnesota.

Pete was a longtime volunteer EMT for the Preston ambulance. He worked at Preston Iron Works for 19 years, Valley Design 3 years, EZ Fab in Chatfield for 3 years, and was presently working at Custom Iron in Zumbrota.

He was very active around the community. Pete coached High School Jr. League Bowling, Boy Scout Leader, and volunteered at Greenleafton Reformed Church. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, and collecting model trains. Pete was a huge sports fan. He cheered for Fillmore Central High School, Minnesota Vikings and Twins.

Peter is survived by his wife Annie-Laurie Bissen of Greenleafton, Minnesota; sons Jay and Joshua Bissen of Greenleafton, Minnesota; his mother Georgia Bissen of Winona, Minnesota, sister Theresa Santema of Stewartville, Minnesota, and brother Paul Bissen of Winona, Minnesota; mother-in-law Ann J. Knowles of Mankato, Minnesota, brothers-in-law Christopher (Melissa Donley) Knowles of Lakeville, Minnesota, Patrick (Danielle) Knowles of Scottsdale, Arizona, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Donald Bissen, aunt Frances, and father-in-law William Knowles.

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 2 OCT 2018

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Clinton David Sorlie, 82, passed away Oct. 1, 2018, after a courageous battle with cancer.

David was born in Dawson, Minnesota, on May 21, 1936, to Clinton and Kathleen (Kern) Sorlie. David grew up in Dawson before moving to Minneapolis with his family in 1952. There he graduated from West High School. In 1953, he started his eight years in the Naval Reserve. In 1954, he married Betty Schleske and they had four children. In 1968, they moved to Austin, Minnesota, where they raised their family and were later divorced. David worked for the Austin Police Department for 28 years before retiring in 1996.

David loved golfing, reading, traveling and fishing. While in Austin, he was a member of the Austin Noon Kiwanis Club and served as president from 2012 to 2013. He served on the Austin City Employees Credit Union board from 1988 until 2005. David was also one of the captains of the Spamtown Belle while living in Austin.

In 1989, David married Marlys (Lenz) Thorsheim. They had many years of fun and travel together and were able to see most of the United States, including Hawaii four times. They also traveled to Jamaica, Cabo San Lucas, Cozumel, Cancun, the Grand Turks, St. Thomas and the Bahamas. In 2013, they moved north and settled in Backus, Minnesota, on Ponto Lake. This was a dream come true for them, meeting lots of new people and enjoying the relaxed up north life. David also enjoyed many fun trips to Arkansas or Florida golfing with his best friend, Duane Klingerman.

David was a huge fan of the Twins, but his passion was the Minnesota Vikings. He was always waiting for the Super Bowl win! Every end of season, it was always the “there’s always next year!” David also enjoyed reading and playing cribbage at the Young at Heart Senior Club in Longville, Minnesota. He will be greatly missed by his wife, family and friends.

David was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Diane (Ralph) Rich; and father-in-law, Albert Lenz. Survivors include his wife, Marlys; son, Kevin (Sally) Sorlie of Motley, Minnesota; daughters, Debra (Robert) Westbrook of Norfolk, Virginia, Susan (Tim) Singley of Great Mills, Maryland, and Patricia (Ted) Nagel of Cornell, Wisconsin; stepchildren, Katie (Derrick) Chapman of Rochester, Minnesota, and Matthew Thorsheim (Cassidy Bruyere) of Bemidji, Minnesota; grandchildren, Melissa, Erin, Colin, Beth, David, James, Steve, Jeff, Olivia, Simone, Norah and Matthew Jr.; 14 great-grandchildren; brother, Michael Sorlie of Seattle, Washington; brother-in-law, Ralph Rich of Lakeville, Minnesota; mother-in-law, Helen Lenz of Austin; sister-in-law, Mary (John) Ostertag of Plover, Wisconsin; brother-in-law, Don (Linda) Lenz of Austin; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 3 OCT 2018

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Our mom, Phyllis Mae (Fossey) Dunlavey, brightened this earth for 85 years and answered Jesus’ call to heaven on Friday, Sept. 28, 2018, at Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City, Iowa, after many years of failing health with Parkinson’s Disease and dementia.

Phyllis was born on Sept. 5, 1933, in Austin, Minnesota. She was the fourth of seven children born to Andrew and Anna (Wortz) Hanson.

She attended school in Austin and Lyle, Minnesota, and married Don Klampe at the age of 16. They had three children: Daniel, Susan, and a stillborn son, Kenneth. Several years after her marriage to Don ended, she met Wayne Fossey at the Terp Ballroom in Austin. Married in 1969, they farmed in rural St. Ansgar, Iowa, while raising their two daughters, Tamera and Janis. Wayne died after nearly 23 years of marriage, leaving Phyllis on her own again. Later, while attending a grief support group in Mason City, she met Frank Dunlavey and they married in 1993. She lovingly embraced Frank’s two sons, Paul and Rick, and was later thrilled to help care for Paul’s young children, David and Julia. Frank and Phyllis were married for 23 years before his death in 2017.

Mom loved spending time with her family and friends, all little children, her annual visits to Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp, going to garage sales, crocheting, and traveling to many places around the United States and the world. She spent many years working at Good Samaritan Center in St. Ansgar as well as volunteering at Mercy Hospital and the foster grandparent Program in the Mason City School District.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one brother; three sisters; her husbands; and stepson, Rick Dunlavey.

Survivors include many loving family and friends including son, Daniel (Barb) Klampe; daughters, Susan Dahle (Jerry Ford), Tamera (Matthew) Penning and Janis (Bruce) Abkes; stepson, Paul Dunlavey; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; one sister; one brother; and many nieces and nephews, including her extra-special niece, Rosemary Shutt, who was like a daughter to her.

A celebration of life service will be held on at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, at Mona Lutheran Church near Lyle. Visitation will begin an hour before. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Mona Lutheran Church, Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp, or Hospice of North Iowa.

Our family would like to say a special thank you to the amazing staff at Good Shepherd Health Center’s memory care unit, who loved our mom and treated her like family. We are also grateful to the nurses of Hospice of North Iowa, who cared tenderly for our mom, kept her comfortable to the end, and welcomed us daughters to be with our mom when she passed.

Our mom truly enriched our lives and will be missed. As a follower of Jesus Christ, she is now rejoicing and we know one day we will meet again.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 2 OCT 2018

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Beverly B. Houston, 81, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, at her home.

Beverly Barbara Babcock was born May 20, 1937, in West Concord, Minnesota, to Birdge and Juliu (Rafferty) Babcock. She was raised with her siblings Ole, Bud, George, David, Lola, Irene, Eunice, Mary, Jean, and Elaine. Bev attended school in West Concord, graduating with the class of 1954, then attended beauty school. She made her living as a hairdresser for many years.

On Nov. 25, 1956, she was united in marriage to Billie F. Houston at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. The couple raised four children. Billie passed away in December 2011. Bev treasured the time spent with her grandkids and her dog was very special to her. She will be dearly missed by her loving family and many friends.

Survivors include her sons, Brian (Deanna) Houston of Onamia, Minnesota, Thomas Houston of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, and Todd (Theresa) Houston of Ellsworth, Wisconsin; daughter, Susanne (James) Crabtree of Blooming Prairie; grandchildren, Christine, Mathew, Katherine, Amy, Amber, Heather, Alexander, Tyler and Noah; many great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Billie.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Madison Chelberg officiating. Visitation will for one hour before the

service on Thursday at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 2 OCT 2018

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Eugene T. White, 79, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Eugene Thomas was born on July 5, 1939, in Austin to Maynard and Ruth (Sowden) White. Gene was a lifelong Austin resident. He attended Austin High School, then went on to proudly serve his country in the U.S. Army. He completed his 20 years of military service in the National Guard.

He was united in marriage to Mary Krofta in Austin. With great joy, he adopted his son, Chris. Gene was a longtime employee of Hormel Foods in Austin, retiring after over 34 years. His wife, Mary, passed away in 2000. On July 17, 2001, Gene married Diane Anfinson and they continued to reside in Austin. Gene enjoyed playing cards and spending time with his family. In his retirement, he was a driver for the Ford dealer, making deliveries to many different cities in Minnesota and around the country.

He is survived by his wife, Diane of Austin; son, Chris of Austin; stepdaughters, Sherri Longe of Freeborn, Minnesota, and Sandi Batten of Albert Lea, Minnesota; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Joann Shuck of Austin; brother, Ronnie (Randi) White of Waseca, Minnesota; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mary, in 2000; sisters, Avid Wood and Gloria White; and brother, Robert White.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Gene’s family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Saturday at Worlein Funeral Home. Interment with military honors will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 2 OCT 2018

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September 7, 1935 - September 26, 2018 (age 83)

Lois M. O’Connell, age 83, of Spring Valley, Minnesota, died Wednesday, September 26, 2018, at Spring Valley Living where she resided.

Funeral Mass for Lois M. O’Connell will be held 10:30 Monday, October 1, 2018, at St. Ignatius Catholic Church in Spring Valley, Minnesota, with Father Marreddy Pothireddy officiating. Burial will be in St Bridget’s Cemetery in Simpson, MN. Visitation will be held 3-6 p.m. Sunday, September 30, 2018, with a prayer service starting at 2:45. The visitation will continue for 1hr prior to the service on Monday.

She was born September 7, 1935, in Austin, MN to Dewey and Lydia (Meyer) Ringenberg. She attended and graduated from school in Rochester, MN and was united in marriage to Nicholas J. O’Connell on April 27, 1956 in Austin, MN. In 1962 they moved to Spring Valley, MN where they started O’Connell Construction in 1969. Lois worked as the bookkeeper for the company for many years. She enjoyed the grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sporting events, playing pool, dancing, and playing cards with family and friends.

She is survived by her children; Jim (Vicky) O’Connell of Spring Valley, Jerry (Ronda) O’Connell of Naples, FL, Dave (Laurie) O’Connell of Hudson, WI, Dan “Joe” (Patty) O’Connell of Spring Valley, Lori (Alec) Stier of Grand Meadow, Bryan (Kathy) O’Connell of Spring Valley, Wayne (Brenda) O’Connell of Byron and Lana (Dave) Blanchard of Spring Valley, 26 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 2 brothers; William (Mary) Ringenberg and Robert (Jeanine) Ringenberg.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Nicholas in April 1999 and a sister Connie Jones.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website website

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Mary Jane Miller, 96, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

There will not be a service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 3 OCT 2018

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September 14, 1922 - September 30, 2018

Mary Jane Miller, 96 of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, September 30, 2018 at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

No services are planned.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website, 10/4/2018

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DEATH NOTICE--

Dale James Dekker, age 83 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at Adams Health Care Center.

No public services will be held at this time

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website, 10/4/2018

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Obituary

Janet Kathryn Borchardt, age 87 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at Primrose Retirement Community.

Janet Kathryn Smith was born on March 20, 1931, in Austin, Minnesota the daughter of Ray and Laura (Hustad) Smith. She graduated with the class of 1949 from Austin High School. Janet then went on to attend Austin Junior College, graduating in 1951. On May 8, 1954, she was united in marriage to Howard Borchardt in Austin. Together the couple raised 4 children. Janet worked as a bookkeeper and office manager for Coca-Cola Bottling Co. for over 25 years.

She was the president and treasurer of the hospital auxiliary at the Austin Medical Center, and belonged to the Austin High School Alumni and Friends. Janet was also an active member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church where she was in the choir, Northwestern Singers, and Second Edition. She loved to be with her family, especially her grandchildren, and attended every event she could. Janet will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Those left to cherish Janet’s memory are her children, Brenda (Mark) Ehrhardt of Arlington, WA, Martin (Ramona) Borchardt of Woodbury, MN, Kathryn (Rick) Jundt of Eden Prairie, MN, Kevin (Lynn) Borchardt of Rogers, MN; 6 grandchildren, Jeffrey Ehrhardt, Samuel Ehrhardt, Zachary Ehrhardt, Elizabeth Jundt, Caroline Jundt, and Andrew Borchardt; brothers, James Smith, Ralph Smith. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ray and Laura Smith, her husband, Howard in 2014, sisters, Carol Oppegard, and Peggy List and her brother, Ray Smith.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 26, 2018 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Pastor Mark Niethammer officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 25, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and will continue for one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery in Austin. Services are prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website, 10/4/2018
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 10 OCT 2018 and 20 OCT 2018

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Jerry Bugge, 76, of Faribault, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.

Jerry was born on June 27, 1942, in Austin, Minnesota, to Erving and Marge Bugge. He graduated from Austin High School in 1960. After graduation, he moved to California and managed a chain of fast food restaurants in the Oakland, California, area. In the early 70s, he moved to Faribault and managed Mealy’s Restaurant. He was also employed at Crown Cork and Seal and Cabela’s.

He was an avid fisherman and loved to do tournaments with Bernie. He never missed a Viscomi hockey game ever. He loved his dog, Daisy. He had great respect for Native American culture. He was always up for a game of bags. He was the first to offer help and the last to ever complain. He will truly be missed as a friend, father, brother, and grandpa. God bless you Jerry; you are always in our hearts.

Jerry is survived by his children, Kelli (Bruce) Rayburn of El Sobrante, California, Michael (Geneva) Bugge of Richmond, California, and Sara Marquez of El Sobrante; grandchildren, Jack, Penelope and Lula; sisters, Sandy Fielding and Wanda (Jon) Lenoch; nieces and nephews. Jerry is also survived by his special friend, Toni Mickelson; her special children, Janna and Bernie Viscomi; special grandchildren, Nikki and Dylan Eastman, Andrew Viscomi and Chris Viscomi; and special great-grandchild, Eli Eastman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Erving and Marge Bugge.

At his request, his body was bequeathed to Mayo Clinic for education and no service will be held.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 5 OCT 2018

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May 23, 1935 - October 2, 2018

Jack Henry Horstmann, 83, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2018, at Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea.

Jack was born May 23, 1935, in Holloway, Minnesota. On Jan. 17, 1959, he married Charlotte Irvin at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. Jack and Charlotte were married for 49 years until her death in 2008. Jack spent most of his working career at American Can Company in Austin. In addition to raising four sons, Jack had many hobbies, including riding his motorcycle, buying and selling cars, taking care of his dogs and fishing. Jack was truly a man with many talents. There wasn’t anything he couldn’t fix and he will be missed by many.

Survivors include his four sons, Jim (Marylee) of Eden Prairie, Minnesota, Jon of Kellogg, Minnesota, Joe (Shari) of Northfield, Minnesota, and Jeff (Tesa) of Austin; six grandchildren, Katie, Kyle, Jacob, Joshua, Ethan and Evan; and a sister, Jackie Pike, Austin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Hank and Margaret Horstmann; and wife, Charlotte A. Horstmann.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 12, 2018, at Mayer Funeral Home with Pastor Dennis Tamke officiating. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, 2018, and one hour before the service on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

His last days were spent in his home under the care of Seasons Hospice and the loving support of brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bruce and Charmaine Turner.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 5 OCT 2018

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Shirley M. Knowlton, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Shirley Marjorie Eitreim was born Oct. 23, 1924, in Rock County, Minnesota, the daughter of Willie and Julia (Edmundson) Eitreim. She attended school in Beaver Creek, Minnesota, graduating with the Class of 1942. Following her graduation, Shirley attended business school in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

On Nov. 8, 1947, she married Dale D. Knowlton at Palisades Lutheran Church near Luverne, Minnesota. The couple moved to Austin in 1956, where Shirley worked for Austin Public Schools as a secretary for the business director in the administration office, retiring after 26 years. Shirley was a devoted fan of the Minnesota Twins and belonged to the Mower County Senior Citizens Center and Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, where she sang in the choir. She loved to golf, read, play bridge, take walks, and was an excellent dancer.

After retirement, Shirley enjoyed traveling, especially to Hawaii, and taking many bus trips. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Shirley is survived by her children, Jill (Steve) Johnson of The Villages, Florida, Steven (Brenda) Knowlton of Lakeville, Minnesota, and Susan (Bradley) Bednar of Austin; eight grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Warren Eitreim of Parker, South Dakota, and Milton (Mary Lou) Eitreim of Savage, Minnesota; one sister, Mildred Larson of Armour, South Dakota; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Dale, in 2017; two brothers; and two sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Pastor Karen Behling officiating. Visitation will be for one hour immediately preceding the service on Saturday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 5 OCT 2018

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August 27, 1933 - October 05, 2018

Lois Ruth Bergene, 85 of rural Adams, Minnesota, died at her home on Friday, October 5, 2018.

Lois was born August 27, 1933 in Lakefield, Minnesota to Walter and Alma (Mrotz) Huemoeller. She graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1951 and from Mankato State Teachers College in 1954. Lois married Ward Bergene on June 19, 1955 at Hayward Lutheran Church.

Lois was a member of the League of Women Voters, the Adams Legion Auxiliary and Little Cedar Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school and was involved in the women’s groups.

She enjoyed playing cards, especially Bridge, golfing, bowling, camping, gardening, cooking, baking and entertaining.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Alma Huemoeller; husband, Ward Bergene; granddaughter, Tegan Christopherson; brothers, Robert Huemoeller and Donald Huemoeller; brothers-in-law, Bruce Kermes and Conrad Sletta.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 12th at Little Cedar Lutheran Church with the Reverend Jeremy Johnson officiating. Interment will be at Little Cedar Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Thursday from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday one hour before the service.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home website

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Burial at Red Oak Grove Cemetery

Obituary

Marcella M. “Sally” Anderson, age 90 of Hayward, Minnesota died Friday night, October 5, 2018, at St. John’s Lutheran Home in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Marcella Marie Jensen was born October 17, 1927, in rural Freeborn County, Minnesota the daughter of Walter and Anna (Nelson) Jensen. She received her education at a country school in Freeborn County. On January 24, 1946, she was united in marriage to Orris Anderson at Trinity Lutheran Church near Bixby, Minnesota. The couple lived most of their marriage in Hayward, except for a short time when they lived in Blooming Prairie.

Sally liked to dance, play cards, quilting, and loved to work on puzzles. She was a member of the Hayward Lutheran Church, the Hayward Senior Citizens Center, and Ladies Auxiliary in Blooming Prairie. She also enjoyed coffee parties and attending birthday parties. Orris died on February 8, 1991 and Sally returned to Hayward to live after his death.

Sally is survived by her six children, Nelda (Ed) Haberman of Blooming Prairie, Kenneth Anderson of Austin, Lori (Phil) Rauen of Austin, Paula (Gary) Broitzman of Hayward, Dean (Kellie) Anderson of Hayward and Dale Anderson of Albert Lea; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren12 great-great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Leslie Jensen of Mapleview, Donald (Carol) Jensen of Kiester; sisters-in-laws, Marlys Loew of Blooming Prairie, and Jan Jensen of Hollandale; brother, Roger Anderson of Austin; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Anna Jensen; her husband, Orris; two granddaughters, Mindy Rauen and Ann Broitzman; great-grandson William Cech; six brothers; four sisters; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 11, 2018 at the Hayward Lutheran Church in Hayward, Minnesota with Pastor Joshua Enderson, officiating. Interment will follow the service at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery, rural Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Memorials can be directed to the Hayward Lutheran Church, American Cancer Society or the Heart Association.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website

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September 18, 1930 - October 4, 2018 (age 88)

Funeral services for Jewell H. Ruud will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday October 8, 2018 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley with Rev Mark VanHouse and Rev Joe Haynes officiating. Burial will be in Bloomfield Cemetery. Visitation will be held for 1hr prior to the service at the church on the day of the service.

Jewell Ruud, age 88, of Spring Valley died Thursday October 4, 2018, at the Stewartville Care Center.

Jewell Bauch was born September 18, 1930 in Cresco, Iowa to Henry and Tena Bauch. She attended school in Le Roy, MN and was united in marriage to Rodney Ruud on March 5, 1948 and together had three daughters; Rita, Kathy and Marcia. Jewell worked for many years at the IGA Grocery Store in Spring Valley and for Hillside Home in later years.

She served as an usher for Saturday Night worship services at Our Saviors in Spring Valley and also assisted and ushered for funerals at Our Saviors. She also volunteered at the nursing home. Jewell enjoyed fishing, shopping, going to the casino, being around people but most of all enjoyed spending time with her family. She always had the “Best” Christmases.

She is survived by her three daughters: Rita (Wayne) Fenske of Reads Landing, Kathy (Bill) Foster and Marcia (Tony) Ptacek both of Spring Valley, eight grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Rodney in 1990, a granddaughter Michele “Shelly”, three brothers, two sisters and her aunt and uncle that raised her; Nettie & Henry Rosenthol.

Memorial may be sent to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, the activities department at the Stewartville Care Center or the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be left at www.HindtFuneralHomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Home website

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January 12, 1940 - October 9, 2018

Obituary for Frank "Johnny" Goertz

Frank J. “Johnny” Goertz, age 78, of Austin, died Tuesday, October 9, 2018, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester.

Johnny was born January 12, 1940, two minutes apart from his identical twin brother, Franklin, to John and Margaret (Brown) Goertz in Mountain Lake, Minnesota. He served in the United States Army and also the National Guard.

Johnny enjoyed watching sports especially football and the WWF. He loved being around family and would do anything for anybody even if it meant going without for himself. Johnny was a painter with Greg Turner Painting.

Survivors include his son, Trent Goertz, Blooming Prairie, his daughter, Teresa Gentry, Mankato, his son, Richard Hall, Arizona; grandchildren, Bryan Goertz, Rochester, Rebecca Gentry, Mankato, Jeremiah Gentry, Mankato; great-granddaughter, Nova Fisher, Mankato; his twin brother, Franklin Goertz, Rochester.

He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Margaret Goertz; his sister, Ann Prokes; his brother, David Goertz.

Graveside services will be held 2 pm on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at Grandview Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post #91 and V.F.W. Post #1216.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 13 OCT 2018

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June 20, 1926 - October 10, 2018

Obituary for Elizabeth "Betty" Apold

Elizabeth “Betty” Apold, age, 92 of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, October 10, 2018, at the Cedars of Austin.

Betty was born June 20 1926, in Austin, Minnesota, to Leonard Clay and Ruth E. (Peck) Heisey. She grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1944.

On August 3, 1946 she was united in marriage to Burdette D. Apold, at First United Methodist Church, until his death on July 27, 1969. Betty moved to St. Paul in 1973 until returning to Austin in June 2017.

Betty was a member of First United Methodist Church in Austin and Hamline United Methodist in St. Paul. She was active in Beta Sigma Phi, Austin YMCA, and Girl Scouts. Betty enjoyed golfing, sewing, crafts and gardening.

She is survived by two daughters; Cindy Countz of Lakeville, Minnesota and Nancy (Jim) Heimer of Austin, MN; six grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren

Betty is preceded in death by her parents, husband “Birdy”, and brother Leonard Claire Heisey.

A Memorial Service for Elizabeth"Betty" Apold will be held at 11 am on Monday, October 22, 2018 at Hamline Church. Friends may call one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website

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Olven Leo Rohde, age 76, of Osage, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the St. Ansgar Good Samaritan Society.

Mr. Rohde was born October 21, 1941 in Mona, Iowa, the son of George H. and Millie P. (Barnett) Rohde. He was from a large family, growing up and attending school in Mona with eight brothers and four sisters. Olven belonged to Mona Lutheran Church, and in his leisure time enjoyed being outside fishing, doing lawn work, and going to the fair and to amusement parks.

He was great at repairs, often tinkering with lawn mowers and other small motors. Olven was especially entertained by watching old-time television shows and he spent countless hours caring for his nieces and nephews. He was a devoted brother, uncle and friend who will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Olven is survived by his brother Duane Rohde of Maplewood, Minnesota and his sisters Reta Rohde of Austin and Rosella (Richard) Hagelund of St. Ansgar, and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, others relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, seven brothers, and two sisters.

Funeral services will be held at Mona Lutheran Church, Mona, Iowa, at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, October 15, 2018 with Pastor Scott Meyer officiating. There will be a visitation held from 2:00-4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 14 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Austin.

Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website
Also see Austin Daily Herald for 12 OCT 2018

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Boe Reh, age 37 of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, October 8, 2018 at his home.

Boe was born December 7, 1980, in Burma, Thailand, to Nga Reh and Dah Meh. In February of 2001, he married Lee Myar in Thailand. Together the couple had three children. While living in Burma, Boe worked as a farmer and at refugee camps for 13 years. The couple then moved to the United States and have been here almost 10 years. They resided in Austin, and Boe started working for QPP and then most recently at the Rochester Meat Company. He enjoyed fishing, watching TV, and movies. Boe will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Boe is survived by his wife, Lee Myar of Austin, Minnesota; children, Beh Reh of Austin, Minnesota, Nay Meh of Austin, Minnesota, Tu Meh of Austin, Minnesota; brothers, Den Reh of Utah, Neh Reh of Texas; sisters, Tu Meh of New York, Pray Meh of Thailand. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nga Reh and Dah Meh.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Bethlehem Church in Austin with Mi Reh and Pastor Soe Min Myat officiating. Visitation will be held two hours prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Austin, Minnesota.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home website

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March 22, 1925 - October 12, 2018

Arnold O. Johnson, 93 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, October 12, 2018, at the Adams Health Care Center, Adams, Minnesota.

Arnold Odean Johnson was born March 22, 1925, at Austin, Minnesota, the son of Oscar and Bernice (Roberts) Johnson. He graduated from Austin High School and served in the US Army during WWII. Arnold was married to Norma Beatrice Opsahl on October 5, 1947 at the St. Olaf Lutheran Parsonage in Austin, Minnesota. They made their home in the Lyle and Austin area while Arnold worked at the Geo. A. Hormel Co. and farmed.

Arnold was a member of the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Moose Club. He enjoyed farming, raising animals, reading Westerns, playing cards, fishing, hunting, bowling, playing pool and horseshoes.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Bernice Johnson; wife, Norma; brothers, Burnett and Dale Johnson; stepmother, Agnes Johnson and stepsister, Dorothy Einertson.

Arnold is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, Sandra and Lee Lindquist, Austin, Minnesota, Vicki Johnson and Don Clark, Gardner, Montana; his son, Arnie Dean Johnson, Mapleview, Minnesota; six grandchildren, Tamara (Troy) Woods, St. Ansgar, Iowa, Jolane (Scott) Hansen, Toeterville, Iowa, Holli (Douglas) Naatz, Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, Oscar Lindquist, Brooklyn, New York, Carl Lindquist, Austin, Minnesota, and Arne Dean Johnson, Mapleview, Minnesota; ten great-grandchildren, seven great great grandchildren; brother, Charles E. Johnson, Austin, Minnesota; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, October 15th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Scott Meyer officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery. Austin Post #91 American Legion and Olaf B. Damm Post #1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars are in charge of military rites. Visitation will be one hour before the service on Monday.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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Roger William Towles, 72, a native son of Austin, Minnesota, passed away September 29, 2018, at Eden Hospital in Castro Valley, California.

Born March 22, 1946, to Quentin Towles and Mary Grimes Towles in Austin, Roger grew up with three older sisters and attended Pacelli High School. Shortly after graduating in 1964, Roger moved to California.

He started a career in lithography, where he was a long-time employee of Westgate Press and Madison St. Press in Oakland, California, and retired in 2008. Roger married Margaret “Peggy” LaDue in March 1976 and they had a son, Christopher. Together, they raised Christopher and Jeffrey Lucas (stepson) for over 12 years, after which Roger became widowed.

He was a devoted and hard-working single father, coach, and mentor to Christopher and Jeffrey. Roger and his birth child, John Glover (separated by adoption), established a loving relationship in John’s adulthood. Roger is remembered as a selfless family patriarch, tech enthusiast, outdoorsman, and loving grandfather.

Roger joins his wife, Peggy (1987); and son, Jeffrey (2017); in heaven.

Roger is survived by his sons, Christopher Towles (Nicole), Albany, California, and John Glover (Carissa), Pleasanton, California; sisters, Patricia Sanderson, Appleton, Wisconsin, Barbara Citrano, Berkeley, California, and Marsha Harbin, Racine, Wisconsin; sisters-in-law, Pat LaDue, Mendocino, California, and Kathy LaDue (Discovery Bay, CA); Nieces Leanne LaDue (Mendocino, CA), Loni Bethea, Bear Dam, Wisconsin, Leann Greenquist, Racine, Denice Legois, Burlington, Wisconsin, Kelli Rayburn (Bruce), El Sobrante, California, and Sara Marquez, El Sobrante; nephews, Michael Bugge, Richmond, California, Edwin Harbin, Racine, Jason Sanderson, Appleton, and Damon Sanderson, Appleton; and nine grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, at the Cathedral of Christ the Light Mausoleum in Oakland. In lieu of flowers or gifts, donations may be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association -- diabetes.org/donate, “Give in Memory”.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 18 OCT 2018

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Pending notice: Jimmy Joe Crnkovic, 53

Jimmy Joe Crnkovic, 53, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018, at his home.

Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 18 OCT 2018

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Obituary

Jimmy Joe Crnkovic, age 53 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at his home.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, October 22, 2018 at Bethlehem Free Methodist Church in Austin with Pastor Paul Steele officiating.

Interment with military honors by VFW Post #1216 and American Legion Post #91 will follow at Grandview Cemetery.

Jimmy’s family will greet friends on Monday prior to services from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. at Bethlehem Free Methodist Church.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Funeral notice: Jimmy Joe Crnkovic, 53

Published 9:29 am Friday, October 19, 2018

Jimmy Joe Crnkovic, 53, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2018, at his home.

Service: Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 22, 2018, at Bethlehem Free Methodist Church in Austin with Pastor Paul Steele officiating.

Visitation: Jimmy’s family will greet friends for one hour before the service on Monday at the church.

Interment: Interment with military honors by VFW Post 1216 and American Legion Post 91 will follow at Grandview Cemetery.

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

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 19 OCT 2018

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December 13, 1943 - October 15, 2018

Obituary for Judith Kay Perkins

Judith Kay Perkins, 74 of Austin died October 15, 2018, at St. Mary’s Hospital Rochester.

She was born December 13, 1943, in Austin, Minnesota, to Kenneth and Margaret (McNee) Riles of Lansing, Minnesota. She attended Lansing School and graduated from Austin High School in 1961.

On April 5th, 1968 she was united in marriage to Paul Perkins from Austin.

Judy was a homemaker, worked at Piggly Wiggly, Super Valu and retired from Weyerhaeuser after 24 years. She was a dynamic softball player. She enjoyed bowling, car races, watching the Minnesota Twins and listening to Elvis.

Judy is survived by her husband Paul; brothers Dick (Marie) Riles, John Riles, Doug (Ruth) Riles, Steve (Mary) Riles, and Jim (Carolyn) Riles; sister in law Cheryl Riles; many nieces and nephews.

Judy is preceded in death by her parents; stepfather Peder Madson and brother Dave Riles

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 1:00 pm October 27, 2018, at St. Edwards Catholic Church, with Father John Traufler officiating. Friends may call from 4-7 pm Friday October 26, 2018 at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Carol J. Climer, age 72, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Carol Jean Molash was born February 3, 1946, in Bemidji, Minnesota, the daughter of James and Mabel (Castonguay) Molash. Carol grew up and attended school in Bemidji. On June 24, 2006, she married Edward James Climer, Sr. Ed passed away March 13, 2013. In addition to her role as homemaker, Carol worked as a part-time bartender in Minneapolis for many years. Her family and friends will miss her dearly.

Survivors include her son James (Marge) Locke of Austin; many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; two sisters, Evelyn (Earl) Molash of Winona, Mary Ann Molash of California, and her longtime friend Norma Cook of Austin. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ed, her daughter Marie Anne Locke, and her brother Pat Molash.

A private family memorial service will be held. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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March 23, 1934 - October 18, 2018

U.S. Veteran

John O'Rourke, former Austin, Minnesota Mayor and “Hall of Fame” honoree by the “Minnesota Radio-TV Broadcasters” has passed away on Thursday. October 18, 2018, he was 84.

He is survived by his wife, Joan Grimley O’Rourke, his son, Stefan of Keystone, Colorado; his daughter, Erin Schoen (Brian Schoen) of Austin, Minnesota and his grandchildren, Sarah Schoen and Nicole Schoen. His sister is Sheila Belting of Tucson, Arizona and brothers are Gerald O’Rourke of Australia and Rev. Bryan O’Rourke of Los Angeles, California.

He was the eldest of four children born to Frank and Helen (McDonough) O’Rourke on March 23, 1934. John graduated from Cretin High School in St. Paul in 1952 and spent 1953 at St. Thomas College. In 1954, he enrolled at Brown Institute of Broadcasting in Minneapolis to learn the business of radio/TV. While at Brown, he had a part-time job at WCCO-Radio in Minneapolis. After finishing training at Brown, Uncle Sam said John should join his Army and he spent the next two years on-the-air in South Korea with “Radio Gypsy”. Out of the Army in 1956, he got radio jobs on stations in La Junta, Colorado, Ottumwa, Iowa, and Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

In February 1961, he arrived in Austin and became the Sports Director of KAUS Radio and KAAL-TV. He enjoyed broadcasting Austin High and Pacelli sports events, news and sports programs. In 1972, Riverland Community College asked John to begin a Radio and Television Broadcasting program to train broadcasting students; it was a program he enjoyed until his retirement in 1995. John served as Mayor of Austin from 1986 to 1996, which he also enjoyed.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 24th at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Bryan O’Rourke officiating. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Austin Post #91 American Legion and Olaf B. Damm Post #1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars are in charge of military rites. There will be a rosary at 3:45 p.m. and a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary where friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. There will also be visitation at the church one hour before the service on Wednesday.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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October 23, 1948 - October 18, 2018

David L. Sash Sr., 69 years, of Brownsdale, Minnesota died on Thursday, October 18th, 2018 at Fairview Ridges Hospital emergency room in Burnsville, Minnesota from complications of pneumonia after a long battle with lung cancer. He had traveled to celebrate his 70th birthday with his honorary daughter, Nicole Scott.

David was born on October 23, 1948 in Austin, Minnesota to Elmer and Beverlee (Ekedal) Sash. He graduated from Hayfield High School in 1967.

David began over the road trucking in 1970, working for Atlas Van Lines of Rochester, E.L. Murphy Trucking of Eagan, D&T Trucking of New Brighton and Triangle Enterprises of Delano. He traveled approximately 5,000,000 miles and earned numerous safe driving awards over the years, including driver of the year in 1997. After Triangle Enterprises closed their doors in 2002, David attended South East Technical Institute for heavy equipment operation. He spent many years as owner operator semi driver. It was a tough life and in 2012, David was diagnosed with lung cancer.

A quiet solitary man, David spent the last 6 years where he grew up, on the family farm fighting cancer. He enjoyed reminiscing about his childhood days. It gave him great pleasure and peace to be on the home place, driving to familiar sites, and working on Elmer’s tractors . He was always trying to be helpful, no matter how ill he felt.

David had a passion, tinkering and restoring old vehicles. He recently had devoted much time and effort restoring his father’s (Elmer’s) 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit and a 1977 Ford F-150 pick-up.

He was especially proud of his son, D.J.’s, accomplishments as a racer, owner & operator of The Shop in Duluth, Minnesota, an exclusive automotive business that also focuses on specialty cars. Dave was always eager to talk about DJ’s races, times and share pictures of DJ’s recently built race cars.

He was preceded in death by the mother of his sons, Karry (Sash-Esson) Reasor; his father and stepmother, Elmer and Josephine Sash; and his mother and stepfather, Beverlee and Roy Crowson.

David is survived by his sons, David (Tracy) Sash Jr, Duluth, Minnesota; Eric Sash, Louisville, Kentucky; Nicole (Mathew) Scott, who was like a daughter, her children Jordan, Jagger and Madison, Burnsville, Minnesota; granddaughter, Rebecca (Brian) DeMar, Superior, Wisconsin; great-granddaughters, Kenna and Ayla DeMar, Superior, Wisconsin; brothers, Victor (June) Sash, Rochester, Minnesota; Mark (Grace) Crowson, Seattle Washington; sisters, Cindy (Steve) Howard, Pipestone, Minnesota; and Bette (Baylen) Kreiter, Spokane Washington; Wendy (William) Barrows, Salem, Oregon; Jennifer (Gary) Sublett, Walla Walla, Washington; nieces and nephews, cousins.

A memorial service is planned for May 2019 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary in Austin.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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Richard M. Day, 82, of Bemidji, Minnesota, died Monday, Oct. 15, 2018, at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, following heart surgery.

Richard Day was born April 29, 1936, in Morristown, Minnesota, to Merton and Gertrude (Kaul) Day. He graduated from Austin High School. He was enlisted in the U.S. Army for three years. On March 25, 1956, he married Ann Marie E. Nerad of Myrtle, Minnesota. Following his military service, he continued his formal education, which included a bachelors and master’s degree in French, Spanish and English and a Ph.D. in romance languages. He taught French for two years in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, and 31 years at Bemidji State University. His life represented a love for his wife, Ann Marie. He valued his family, friends, mountains and sunsets. He enjoyed traveling, fishing, hunting, gardening, all other outdoor activities, and helping others.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Marie; his son Vincent (Paula); granddaughter, Anna; grandson, Lucas; and great-grandson, Briar.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial services will be at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018, at First Lutheran Church in Bemidji with Pastor Corey Fuhrman officiating. Family will greet friends for one hour prior to the service on Thursday at the church. Inurnment will be in Greenwood Cemetery im Bemidji. Arrangements were entrusted to the Olson-Schwartz Funeral Home, Bemidji. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to First Lutheran Church and Bemidji State University. An online guestbook can be signed at www.OlsonSchwartzFuneralHome.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 20 OCT 2018

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