Kathy K. VanRiper, 59, died Wednesday evening at her home in Albert Lea.

Kathy was born Jan. 28, 1950, in Austin, the daughter of Robert and Patricia (Thomas) Stockdale. She was a graduate of Austin High School. On March 12, 1968, she was united in marriage to Robert VanRiper in Mason City, Iowa.

Kathy had been a resident of Albert Lea since 1969 and was a member of the First Baptist Church. She had been employed by Spurgeons Department Store and was a dietician at the Good Samaritan Center. She also worked at the Eastside Laundry and was a day care provider.

Kathy enjoyed sewing, crafts, macramé, camping and fishing. Her family was her life and she loved cooking for them and listening to Elvis music.

Kathy is survived by her husband Robert of Albert Lea; children: Holly VanRiper of Glenville and Todd and his wife Kristina VanRiper of Albert Lea; grandchildren: Donavon Martinson, Ashley, Zachary and Skylar Melom, Samantha, Kailey and Ryley VanRiper; brother, Steven Stockdale of Las Vegas; sister, Debra (Craig) Prihoda of Albert Lea; several nieces, nephews and cousins. In-laws include: Sandy Vanwilgen of Gilbert, Ariz., Janice (Sonny) Vanwilgen of Maple Island, Jim VanRiper of Geneva, Cheryl (Ray) McManaman of Fort Lupton, Colo., Becky (Charles) Phagan of Greeley, Colo., Alan VanRiper of Albert Lea, Kenny R. VanRiper of Albert Lea, and Cynthia VanRiper of Albert Lea; and father-in-law, Kenny W. VanRiper of Albert Lea.

She was preceded in death by her parents; mother-in-law, Wilda VanRiper; brother-in-law, Gene Vanwilgen; and nephew, Philip.

Funeral services for Kathy K. VanRiper of Albert Lea will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Albert Lea. The Rev. Clayton Balsley will officiate. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Bonnerup Funeral Service, and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, Sunday, March 15, 2009

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Alice Rose Kuhn, age 93, of Grand Meadow, Mower county, Minnesota died Thursday March 12, 2009 at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center in Grand Meadow.

Alice was born July 7, 1915 on the family farm south of Grand Meadow to William and Rose Kuhn. She attended and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1933 and then attended Winona Teachers College. She taught school in one-room school houses at Sargent and Grand Meadow, where she found teaching, especially reading, rewarding.

She was united in marriage to Harry Lewis at the Congregational Church in Grand Meadow on August 28, 1939 and to this union a son Terry was born in 1940.

Alice worked as a waitress, grocery clerk, librarian and first and foremost a homemaker. She loved her family and enjoyed window shopping , sewing, gardening, dancing and her cats.

She is survived by her son Terry, Tucson, Ariz., and one niece, Monica, of Florida.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harry, in 2003; and a sister, Harriett Torgrimson.

A memorial service for Alice will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday March 17, 2009 at the United Church in Grand Meadow with the Rev. Karen Ashton officiating. Burial will take place in the Grand Meadow Cemetery at a later date. Friends may call at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2009.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, Sunday, March 15, 2009

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Joe P. Schneider, Jr., 78, of Tellico Village Community [south of Lenoir City, Tennessee] died peacefully at his home from a short bout with cancer on March 15, 2009.

Joe retired from the Hormel Food Corporation [Austin, Minnesota] after 42 years of service. He was a scratch golfer, a life master bridge player and an avid hunter and fisherman. Joe and good friend, Mike Ruppert established and operated the Smoky Mountain Sports Club for several years.

He is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Harriet; three children, Marc, Christine and Joe III; four grandchildren; step-children, Diana Canacaris and Jimmy Davis; step-granddaughter, Lauran Canacaris; brother, Charles (Frieda); sister, Anne Maday (Andy) and two nieces.

A celebration of Joe’s life will be held on Saturday, March 28, at 11 a. m. at the Tellico Village Community Church with the Reverend Martin Singley officiating. A reception will follow in the Christian Life Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to your charity of choice. Click Funeral Home, Lenoir City, Tenn. is in charge of arrangements. www.clickfuneralhome.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 17, 2009

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Joe P. Schneider
b: 1 MAY 1930
d: 15 MAR 2009
SSN issued: Minnesota
Last Res: 37774; Loudon, Tennessee

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Loren Leonard Krueger, 93, of LeRoy, Mower county, Minnesota, died on March 11, 2009 at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Mower county, Minnesota, where he had resided since 2006.

Loren was born in Dexter, Minnesota on June 13, 1915 to Carl Juluis and Martha Bertha (Weiland) Krueger. Loren attended school and graduated from the Adams High School in 1934. He worked for George Hormel Company in Austin until going into the Army in 1943 where he served in Europe and Normandy. Loren was honored for his service in the Normandy Invasion by Representative Gil Gutknecht. Upon returning from service duty Loren worked with his Mother in the restaurant business in Grand Meadow until going into the grocery store business in LeRoy with Hilary Garvey. Loren and Cleone Morse were married in 1943 at St Ignatius Catholic Church in Spring Valley. She passed away in 1972. One son, Lance, was born in 1950 and passed away in 1969 at the age of 18. Loren was united in marriage to Margaret Armstrong in July of 1976 In Rochester. She passed away in 1993. Loren enjoyed playing cards and looking after his cattle.

Loren is survived by a nephew, Dick (Kathy) Todd, Bloomington, Minnesota; great-nephew, Mike (Julie) Todd, Hawaii; cousins and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his wives, Cleone and Margaret; son, Lance; parents and sister, Virginia Todd.

The funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 21, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in LeRoy, Minn. with the Reverend Don Schmitz officiating. Burial will be at St. Patrick’s Cemetery, with the LeRoy American Legion providing military honors. Visitation will be one hour before the Service at St. Patricks Catholic Church on Saturday March 21. Hindt Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 17, 2009

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Shirley Levanda Tucker, age 86, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died at Adams Healthcare Center on March 16, 2009.

She was born on August 8, 1922 to Ole and Sophie (Nelson) Larson in Mower County. She graduated from Adams High School in 1940, went on to take teacher’s training and taught in a one room country school. She married Leonard Tucker on June 28, 1942 in Los Angeles, Calif., where she worked in an aircraft factory. In 1947, Shirley and Leonard returned to the Midwest, making their home in Austin where they raised two sons. Shirley was employed by Geo. A. Hormel & Co. Leonard passed away December 4, 1986.

Shirley loved the outdoors, spending time in nature, hunting and fishing. She also enjoyed traveling, bowling, late night card games with her siblings, reading and outings. She always had room on her lap and a book to share with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a member of the Golden Age Club, Eagles and Grace Lutheran Church.

Survivors include two sons, Lael (Carma) Tucker, Garfield, Neil Tucker, Austin; two grandchildren, Amy (Cory) Lerum and Jamie (Ryan) Norton, Austin; five great-grandchildren, Hunter and Logan Lerum, Riley, Molly and Reese Norton; two brothers, Curtis (Daisy) Larson, Austin; Loris (Dorothy) Larson, Austin; two sisters, Ardis Herr, Austin, Verla (Douglas) Thompson, Lansing; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard in 1986; her parents and three brothers, Nomer, Ober and Otto Larson.

Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2009 at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Jeff Forbes officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and at the church one hour prior to the service.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 19, 2009, www.austindailyherald.com

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Loraine Julia Melder, age 87, died on March 19, 2009, at Field Crest Care Center in Hayfield, Minnesota.

Loraine Julia Varney was born March 12, 1922, the daughter of George and Carrye (Bulson) Varney in Mower County, Minn. She was married to Virgil Melder on November 15, 1942, in Yuma, Ariz. Virgil and Loraine lived in San Diego, Calif. They moved to DeRidder, La., and later to Brownsdale, Minn. She enjoyed working puzzles, needle work, reading and walking.

Loraine is survived by one daughter, Roxann (Tom) Winkels, Oshkosh, Wisconsin; three sons, Gary (Elaine) Melder, Owatonna, Minnesota, Sid (Pat) Melder, Dodge Center, Minnesota, Roger (Deborah) Melder, Rochester, Minnesota; son-in-law, Keith Dunford, Rochester, Minnesota; 11 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Virgil in 2000; brother, Orville Varney; sister, Peg Hessenius and daughter, Gloria Dunford.

The funeral service will be at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 22, 2009, at the First Baptist Church in Brownsdale, MN with Reverend Kraig Elliott and Reverend Jerry Harris Co-officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Brownsdale. Visitation will be from 5 to7 p.m. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at the Czaplewski Family Funeral Home in Brownsdale and one hour before the service at the church on Sunday. The family prefers memorials to the First Baptist Church in Brownsdale and Field Crest Care Center.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, March 20, 2009 - www.austindailyherald.com

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Dorothy Mae Gartner, 87, of Austin, died on March 19, 2009 at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

She was born Dec. 4, 1921 in Dodge County, Minn. to Lea and Lora (Messenger) Evans.

Dorothy graduated from Austin High School in the Class of 1941. She was married to Martin Gartner on Jan. 29, 1941 at Owatonna, Minn. For 34 years they lived in the Waltham area before returning to Austin in 1990. Dorothy was a member of the Eagle's Auxiliary and enjoyed playing 500, bingo and the penny slot machines. She loved spending time with her family and friends and having breakfast with her classmates at Jerry's.

Dorothy is survived by sons, Robert (Carmen) Gartner, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Thomas and Linda Marie Gartner, Springfield, Minnesota; daughters, Linda Green, Comfrey, Minn.; Nancy Redding, Austin; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson.

She was preceded in death by her husband Martin Gartner, her parents, Lea and Lora Evans; brother, Robert Evans; grandson, Michael Gartner and son-in-law, Gary Green.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, March 23, 2009 at Clasen-Jordan Chapel with the Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin. Visitation will be at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. and for one hour before the service on Monday.

Honorary Bearers will be Christina Gartner, Angie Green, Michelle Schroepfer, Jennifer Tolzman, Lori Tolzman and Natalie Wester.

Casket Bearers will be David Gartner, Scott Gartner, Paul Gartner, John Gartner, Chris Gartner and Brian Tolzman.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, March 20, 2009 - www.austindailyherald.com

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CLEAR LAKE, IOWA - Leon E. ``Lee'' Sheldon, 56, of 2400 S. Shore Drive, died on Sunday, February 23, 1997, at North Iowa Mercy Health Center East, Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday at Ward-Van Slyke Colonial Chapel, 101 N. Fourth St. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Minn., following services. Visitation will begin after 5 p.m. today at the funeral home. The family suggests memorials to the Leon E. Sheldon Memorial Fund.

Lee was born May 1, 1940 in Osage, Mitchell county, Iowa.

Lee is survived by his wife, Gladys Sheldon, Clear Lake; two daughters, Betty Sheldon and LaBeth Sheldon, both of Clear Lake; stepson, Kevin Whipple, Iowa City; one sister, Sandra Dunn, Austin, Minn.; one brother, Leonard Sheldon Jr., Austin, Minn.; his stepfather, Harley Johnson, Austin, Minn.; a stepbrother; and stepsisters.

He was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers and one stepsister.

SOURCE: Mason City Globe Gazette - 02/25/1997

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MEYER, IOWA - Madelin M. Adams, 79, of Meyer, died Wednesday, March 5, 1997, at the Stacyville Nursing Home, Stacyville, Mitchell county, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with the Rev. Joseph Schneider officiating. Burial will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 3:30 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Hall, with a 3:30 p.m. rosary and a 7 p.m. prayer service. Schroeder and Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, is in charge of arrangements.

Madelin M. Adams was born on October 2, 1917, in Rose Creek, Minnesota.

Survivors include one daughter, Mary Ellen Miller, Clear Lake; three sons, Jerry Adams of Meyer; Bob Adams of Albert Lea, Minnesota, and Bill Adams, Farley; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Elizabeth Underdahl and Mary Hobbs, both of Austin, Minnesota; and one brother, Bernie Kirtz of Austin, Minnesota.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one sister and two brothers.

SOURCE: Mason City [Iowa] Globe Gazette - 03/06/1997

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ST. ANSGAR, IOWA - Kermit B. Askland, 95, of St. Ansgar, died on Tuesday, March 4, 1997, at the Stacyville Nursing Home, Stacyville, Mitchell county, Iowa.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Six Mile Lutheran Church, rural Lyle, Minnesota, with the Rev. Harold Luecke officiating. Burial will be in the Grandview Cemetery, Austin, Minnesota.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Schroeder and Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar.

Kermit B. Askland was born on February 20, 1902, at Huxley, Iowa.

Survivors include one daughter, Ramona Dente, Saginaw, Michigan; two sons, Keith of St. Ansgar, and K.B. of Austin, Minnesota; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one brother and four sisters.

SOURCE: Mason City [Iowa] Globe Gazette - 03/07/1997

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Jay Warner Gildner son of Kleo H. [1900-1983] and Ruth Olive Gildner [1900-1983] was born July 14, 1926 in Austin.

Gildner's Clothing Store was located in downtown Austin and was managed by Kleo Harrison Gildner. The store was in the Midtown building on the corner of Main Street and Third Avenue.

Jay Gildner graduated from Austin High School in 1944. He left Austin and ended up traveling the world as a Foreign Service officer. He studied at the University of Minnesota and also served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. He married Beverly E. Erickson.

In 1955, he joined the U.S. Information Agency and worked as an information officer in West Germany. He briefly left the Foreign Service to serve in the Kennedy White House. In 1961, he was President John F. Kennedy's assistant press secretary. Then in 1962, he headed Jackie Kennedy's press office. He was instrumental in planning the first lady's trip to India and Pakistan.

He returned to the U.S. Information Agency and held diplomatic posts in Tehran, Iran; Tel Aviv, Israel; Bonn, Berlin and Stuttgart, Germany; Toronto, Canada and New Delhi, India. In 1982, he was promoted to career minister class, the highest class in the Senior Foreign Service of the U.S. He won the Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Public Diplomacy in 1979.

Jay Gildner died in Chevy Chase Maryland on January 14, 2000, at the age of 73.

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Jay W. Gildner, age 73, retired Career Minister in the U.S. Foreign Service died of cardiovascular failure at Sibley Hospital in Washington, D.C. on January 14, 2000.

Jay Gildner, who was born in Mason City, Iowa, served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He graduated from the University of Minnesota magna cum laude in 1949 and was appointed Phi Beta Kappa. He remained active in his Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity since his graduation.

Over a period of 28 years with The United States Information Agency including an assignment at the White House as Assistant Press Secretary to President Kennedy, Mr. Gildner covered the Agency's top positions in Washington and abroad. In 1983, he retired from USIA to become Vice President of Radio Free Europe and Radio Liberty, Inc. Both organizations, funded by Congressional Grants, then operated out of Munich, Germany, broadcasting in 21 languages to audiences in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union.

Mr. Gildner is the recipient of the Agency's Superior Honor Award, and the Meritorious Honor Award. He also held the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy's Edward R. Murrow Award in Public Diplomacy. When asked to comment on Mr. Gildner's role and his influence on the activities of USIA since its inception, a senior associate from Gildner's USIA days, shocked by news of his death, stated simply: "Gildner did it all, and he did it well."

Since retiring from government, Mr. Gildner has been very active in community affairs. His main pro bono activities include representing the Lake Shore Property Owner Associations of Northern Minnesota in their efforts with the U.S. Forest Service to modify timber and forest management policies and practices, including the policy and plans for the Chippewa National Forest. He was the first ever public member of the Chippewa Forest's standards and guidelines monitoring team. He was a member of the Natural Resources Committee of the Upper Mississippi. He also worked with groups interested in international education and foreign affairs. He was a member of the advisory board of the Walker Pilot Independent newspaper.

Survivors include his wife of 50 years Beverly Eriksen Gildner and three sons: Page W. Gildner of Chevy Chase; Gray M. Gildner of Fairfax Station, Va. and wife Jean with son Dylan and daughter Lauren; and Hunt W. Gildner of Apple Valley, Minn., with wife Barbara, daughters Allison and Emily and son Jared. Others are a sister, Mary Gildner Snore and husband John of Naples, Fla., and a brother, Dan Gildner and wife Nancy of Boulder City, Nev, and sister-in-law Carol S. Gildner of Seabrook, Md.

He was preceded in death by his parents Kleo and Ruth Gildner of Austin, Minn., and his brother Colonel John L. (Jack) Gildner USAF Retired.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, January 18, 2000

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Mary Elizabeth (Meyer) Kurth, age 84, of Austin called into the presence of Christ Friday, March 20, 2009 at her home.

Mary was born on the family homestead farm in Lyle Township, Mower county, Minnesota. She was the first child of Henry and Myrtle Meyer of Lyle. She was the oldest of five children. Mary was an active member of 4H. In 1939 Mary won the 4-H Champion for her bread-making. We all have tasted Mary's mouth-watering bread and rolls. She sometimes managed to get creative with the frosting but were always a staple in the Kurth household.

After graduating from Austin Central High School in 1942, during September of the same year she married Arnold Lawrence Kurth. Mary in her first years of marriage while Arnold was away in the war waitressed at the Oak Grill in Austin. Living with her sister, Margie and her best friend, Inez Ingvalson. After Arnold returned from the war they built their first home on Locust Street. Many of their neighbors have shared with us stories of those early years.

Mary was a devoted wife and mother besides a full-time employee of the Hormel Corp. for 43 years. She worked in the cafeteria the majority of those years and fed hundreds of employees every day. Most of them could distinguish Mary's laughter across the cafeteria. Many happy memories were made at the plant over the years. In 1985 Mary had the privilege of beginning her "leisurely" life of retirement. The majority of her time was spent antiquing while visiting friends and relatives across the country and doting on her precious grandchildren. Her grandchildren were always ecstatic about a visit from their grandparents, this meant great cooking, special treats and probably a few surprises.

Mary was also a devout Catholic of unwavering faith who dedicated many years of service at St. Augustine Church, St. Anne's unit and anyone who asked her to help. Arnold went along to be her “go for.” Mary's many passions included rosary-making, traveling, shopping, avid collector, cooking, spending time with friends and family. Those who knew and loved Mary will always remember her infectious laugh and her pleasant disposition. May she rest in peace.

Survivors include her husband: Arnold L. Kurth, Austin; children: Lawrence H. Kurth (Lonna Ingram), Des Moines, Iowa, Mary Kathryn Kurth Osmonson, Eagan, Minn., Annette M. Kurth Walker (Rodney), Hastings, Minn.; four grandchildren: Stephen W. Osmonson, Eagan, Stacy K. Valdez (Jonathan), Chaska, Minn., Alexandar J. Walker, Hastings, Minn., Andrew L. Walker, Hastings, Minn.; one great-granddaughter, Sydney Valdez; siblings: Paul J. Meyer (Gail), Bella Vista, Ark., Margaret K. Pedersen, San Jose, Calif.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Myrtle (Dickey) Meyer; daughter, Patricia Ann; brothers, John Henry Meyer, Richard Leo Meyer.

A funeral mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 23, 2009 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal, Father Paul Nelson and Father James Seitz officiating. There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary and a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Sunday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

The honorary casketbearers will be Paul J. Meyer and Donald Wagner. The casketbearers will be Stephen Osmonson, Stacy Valdez, Alexandar Walker, Andrew Walker, Rodney Walker and Jonathan Valdez.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 22, 2009

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Bertha Leonora Nelson, age 86, of Rochester, Minnesota, died on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Bertha was born May 12, 1922 in Marshall Township, to Martin and Nora (Erager) Severson.

A graduate of Adams High School, in Adams, Minn. Bertha worked as a legal secretary in Washington, D.C. during World War II. Bertha met Laurel Nelson while dancing at the Terp Ballroom in Austin. They were married on Sept. 22, 1946 at the Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams.

A lifelong member of Little Cedar Lutheran Church, Bertha taught Sunday school and was a member of the church circle. In her spare time, Bertha enjoyed crocheting, playing cards, visiting and was an avid dog lover. Bertha especially loved to spend time with her family.

Bertha is survived by her sons: Gailen (Mary Lu) Nelson, Rose Creek; Gerald (Jan) Nelson, Byron, Minn.; Bradley Nelson, Eagan, Minn.; Daughter: Pamela (Rick) Loux, Stewartville, Minn.; 12 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Monica Severson, Austin; nieces and nephews.

Bertha was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Nora Severson; husband, Laurel Nelson; three brothers and one sister.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, March 23, 2009 at the Adams Funeral Home with the Rev. Shari Mason Officiating. Interment will be in Little Cedar Lutheran Cemetery in Adams. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Sunday from 4 to 6 p.m. and for one hour before the service at the funeral home on Monday.

Casket Bearers will be Thomas Nelson, Garett Nelson, Joshua Nelson, Rachel Nelson, Chris Nelson, Chad Nelson, Chelsi Nelson, Jacob Loux, Zachary Loux and Emily Loux.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 22, 2009

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John Heatherly, age 67 of Yankton, S.D. passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.

John was born on Aug. 8, 1941. His parents, George and Corrine (Vinateri) Heatherly made their home in Lancaster, Ohio where John graduated from Fairmont High School in 1959. He entered the United States Navy in 1959 and served honorably as a gunner and crossed the equator numerous times while traveling the world until 1962. He married Ruth Crnkovic on Feb. 22, 1964 in Fairmont, Minn. Later while raising his two daughters, John and Ruth were business owners of the Sterling Motel in Austin. The family then moved to Yankton in 1976 where they became the owners of the Ranch House and River City Café. He then worked at Hy-Vee and retired in 2006. At the time of his death, he was co-owner of KaDoo Express in Yankton.

John was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. The family would like to thank the fourth floor nurses, ICU nurses, and doctors at Avera Sacred Heart Hospital, Yankton.

John’s memory is cherished by his wife Ruth Heatherly, Yankton; two daughters: Mia (Heatherly) Hurst of Yankton and Rae (Heatherly) (John) Schwartz, Woodbury, Minn.; grandchildren: Cassie (Schwartz) McCane, Tyler Nelson, Haley Nelson, and Kady Schwartz; great-granddaughter Mahlia McCane; one brother Larry (Sandra) of Arizona; four sisters Wilma Amspaugh, Mary Water, Betty Wharton and Shirley Marshall all of Ohio.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, Harold, George and Harrison Lescalleet; and sisters, Donna Erwin and Helen Rowles.

At John's request cremation has taken place. Visitations will be from 4 to 6 p.m., Saturday, March 21, 2009 at the Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home and Crematory, Yankton.

The family wishes for memorials to be directed to: The Benedictine Health Foundation to be used for the Avera Sacred Heart Pulmonary Unit and Dialysis, 1000 West Fourth St. Suite 14, Yankton, SD 57078.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 22, 2009

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Gary Richard Nemitz, 71, of Austin, died Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center.

Gary was born Sept. 30, 1937 in Austin to Richard and Fern Nemitz. He graduated from Austin High School. Gary was united in marriage to Barbara Jean Zender on Jan. 21, 1961 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. Gary and Jean resided in Austin their entire married life.

Gary started working for his grandfather, Henry Nemitz, at Nemitz’s Book and Tobacco Store in 1951 at the age of 14. Gary and his brother Larry bought the business in 1959. Gary remained in business until 1999.

Gary was very involved in the Austin City Council, was a First Ward Alderman and the 5th District County commissioner. He was very involved in the youth hockey program for many years, serving on the board and coaching his son's teams. Gary loved playing golf; he often said he played everyday that ends in “y.” He enjoyed watching his grandchildren's sporting events, especially hockey. Spending time with family and friends was very important to him.

Gary was full of life and always had a smile on his face. He truly enjoyed the many years working at Nemitz's Book and Tobacco Store because of all the wonderful people who came in each day. He would greet each and every one and knew many by name.

At the age of 59, Gary was diagnosed with dementia, but continued to have a positive attitude with his wife, Jean, by his side.

Survivors include his wife: Barbara Jean Nemitz, Austin; two daughters: Debbie (Greg) Huckaby, Austin, Jan (Lon) Anderson, North Mankato, Minn.; three sons: Jon “Hank” (Danette) Nemitz, Austin, Jim Nemitz, Austin, Steve (Charlene) Nemitz, Shakopee, Minn.; 11 grandchildren; a brother: Larry Nemitz, Britt, Iowa; two sisters: Judy (Karon) Smalley, Kasson, Minn., Vicky (Vern) Gutman, Clear Lake, Iowa.

Gary is preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Monday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 22, 2009

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Gertrude Mary Keilen, age 94, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at Prairie Manor in Blooming Prairie.

Gert was born on August 11, 1914 in Wheatland Township, Minnesota to Albert and Gertrude (Demann) Smisek. On Oct. 13, 1936 she was united in marriage to Christian Keilen at Hazelwood, Minnesota. The couple lived in Austin and the Rice County area. They enjoyed summering at Lake Mazaska in Faribault. Gert enjoyed fishing, gambling and her grandchildren. She worked at Younkers, JC Penney, Land O'Lakes and as a waitress.

Survivors include two children, Gerald (Rozette) Keilen, Waseca, Annette (Steven) Tapp, Austin; six grandchildren; one step-grandchild; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; siblings, Leonard (Ida) Smisek, Austin, Betty (William) DuChene, Faribault, Rosemarie Scott, Faribault.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Christian on Nov. 20, 1989; son, Ronald; granddaughter, Julie Anne.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. There will be a 9:30 a.m. CCW rosary on Wednesday at the church where friends may call one hour before the service. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

The honorary casket bearers will be: Jeff Sampson, Todd Breck, Christopher Wisemore, Todd Peters and David Bracken. The casket bearers will be Jodi Sampson, Kelly Breck, Stacy Wisemore, Christine Peters, Sherry Bracken and Justin Ellingson.

Funeral arrangements are by Mayer Funeral Home.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online -- March 23, 2009

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MASON CITY, IOWA - Roger Austin, 64, of 413 29th St. S.W., died on Wednesday, April 9, 1997, at his home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Hogan-Bremer Colonial Chapel, 126 Third St. N.E., with the Rev. Kathy Graves officiating. Burial will be in Elmwood-St. Joseph Cemetery, Mason City.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday and one hour prior to services on Monday at the funeral home.

Roger Austin was born May 12, 1932, at Grand Meadow, Minn., the son of Edward and Bessie (Austin) Austin. He grew up in Austin, Minn. Roger served in the 11th Airbourne Division of the United States Army for two years and enjoyed boxing and bowling in his spare time. He was employed as a dock man for Ezor's Trucking Company in the Detroit area. He enjoyed playing pool, shuffleboard and bowling. He liked spending time with all of his nieces and nephews. Roger was a member of the Teamster's Union, Detroit l.

Survivors include one brother, John Austin, Mason City; eight nieces and nephews, Cynthia Velt and her husband, Alan, Los Angeles, Calif.; Janet Griswold and her husband, Steve, Los Angeles, Calif.; Marilyn Dent and her husband, Jack, Laguna Hills, Calif.; Catherine DeRoos and her husband, Bill, Rockwell; David Austin and his wife, Susan, Mason City; Roger Austin, Glastonbury, Conn.; Karen Rosenberger and her husband, Brad, Mason City; and Shelly Van Ness and her husband, Phil, Mason City; and several great nieces and nephews; and great-great-nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Opal Sweazy; one nephew, Daryl Sweazy; and one niece, Teresa Lugar.

SOURCE: MASON CITY GLOBE GAZETTE - 04/12/1997

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Bedrettin "Ted" Cakmar, 87, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on March 22, 2009.

Bedrettin Cakmar was born July 1, 1921 in Erzurum, Turkey. He married Serife Salbasi on Aug. 28, 1941 in Istanbul, Turkey. In 1942 he entered the Turkish army in Istanbul and was discharged in 1950 attaining the rank of Captain. From 1950 to 1988 he was self employed in the import - export business. He lived in Turkey, Germany, and in the United States since 1988.

Surviving are his wife Serife; children, Oktay (Filiz) Cakmar, El Paso, Texas, Iclal (John) Buckles, Austin, Aydin (Anne) Cakmar, Melbourne, Australia, Ferda (Sakin) Aksan, Rochester, Minn.; eight grandchildren, Deya Cakmar, Marc and Alex Rayman, Jonathan Buckles, Lutfiye and Rehana Aksan, Jessica and Lawrence Cakmar; two great-grandchildren, Elijah and Zoe Rayman; brother, Aytekin Cakmar, Huntington Beach, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fevzi and Sukriye Cakmar; three brothers, Sedat, Faruk and Selcuk Cakmar.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin with the Reverend Glenn Monson officiating. Worlein Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 24, 2009

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Evelyn H. Accurso, 92, of Austin, died at her home on March 22, 2009.

Evelyn was born on Nov. 12, 1916, in Mason City, Iowa, to Charles and Madge (Barr) Snipps. She grew up in Mason City where she graduated from Holy Family High School. She earned a degree from Mason City School of Cosmetology. She married John Accurso on Jan. 15, 1937 at Mason City. The couple moved to Austin in 1945. Evelyn worked as an aide at the Cedar Child Care Center. She loved the Minnesota Twins and enjoyed quilting, reading, and belonged to a quilting club.

She is survived by two sons, Charles (Joyce) Accurso, Amarillo, Texas and Richard (Marjorie) Accurso, Celina, Tenn.; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; sister, Lucille Balek, Mason City; brother-in-law, Anthony Accurso, Bancroft, Iowa and many relatives and friends.

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

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 26, 2009 at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. Friends may call at Worlein Funeral Home on Wednesday, March 25 from 4 to 7 p.m. Rosary service will be at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family prefers memorials to Austin Hospice, Austin Senior Center or St. Augustine Catholic Church. Worlein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 24, 2009

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Roy Alvin Kjarum, age 84, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on March 21, 2009 at Austin Medical Center.

He was born on December 5, 1924 in Hovland, Minnesota, to Selmer and Idella (Melos) Kjarum. Roy attended Cook County High School and graduated from high school in Grand Marais, Minnesota. He moved to Austin and served in the US Navy during World War II. Roy returned to Austin and was married to Lucille E. Yarwood on Dec. 18, 1948 at Austin. He attended lineman school at Jackson, Minnesota, and was employed by Austin Utilities for 37 years as a line foreman. For 55 years he has been a member of the IBEW. Roy was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, the Eagles Club, Austin Post #91 American Legion and the Olaf B. Damm Post #1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars. He loved spending time with his family, summers at the cabin and playing with the great-grandchildren. He also enjoyed woodworking, traveling and fishing.

Roy is survived by his wife, Lucille Esther Kjarum, Austin; daughters, Sue (Mike) Hangge, Arden Hills, Minn., Judi (Dan) McMullen, Conifer, Colo.; son, Jon (Megen) Kjarum, St. Paul, Minn.; grandchildren, Kristin, Aaron, Jae, Jenni and Jeff; great-grandchildren, Arissa, Ashlyn, Aubrey, Caden, Sam, Avery and Lilly; brothers, Kenny (Harriet) Kjarum, Pine City, Minn., Bill (Betty) Kjarum, Mankato, Minn.; sister, Jean (Harold) Kamppi, Moose Lake, Minn.; nieces and nephews.

Ray was preceded in death by his parents, Idella and Selmer Kjarum and a sister, June.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with the Reverend Ron Barnett Officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with Austin Post #91 American Legion and Olaf B. Damm Post #1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars in charge of military rites. Visitation will be held on Wednesday for one hour before the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Honorary Bearers will be Aaron Hangge, Jeffrey Swanson and Jae Hangge.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald online, March 24, 2009

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Henry Fred Schramm, age 92, died on March 23, 2009, at Our House Senior Living in Austin.

Henry Fred Schramm was born on April 21, 1916, in Dexter Township, Mower County, Minnesota, the son of August and Caroline (Hussong) Schramm.

Henry was united in marriage to Irene Schulz on May 22, 1938, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham. Henry and Irene farmed in Battle Creek, Iowa from 1944 to 1947 and moved to Waltham, Minnesota, and farmed from 1947 to 1999. The couple spent 27 years wintering in Texas. They moved to Hayfield and then to The Cedars in Austin, and later to Our House Senior Living. Henry was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham. He enjoyed golfing, traveling, fishing, dancing and working on word seek puzzle books. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Henry is survived by his wife, Irene Schramm, Austin; daughters, Sharen Peuha, Hibbing, Minn., Lois (Gary) Hughes, Red Wing, Minn.; son, Roger (Georgia) Schramm, Gordon, Wis.; brother, Dwayne Schramm, Fresno, Calif.; eight grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one infant brother; one brother; two sisters; son-in-law and one grandson.

The funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 28, 2009, at Trinity Lutheran Church in rural Waltham, Minn. Visitation will be from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. March 28, 2009, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waltham with Reverend Jeffrey Kuddes officiating. Interment will be in Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery. The family prefers memorials to donors choice or Alzheimer’s Association.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, March 25, 2009

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Dorothy Koopmans Mistretta of Austin, Minnesota passed away on Saturday March 21, 2009 at the Austin Medical Center.

She was born Sept. 9, 1917, in Richland, Minn. to William and Lydia (Koelle) Koopmans. She graduated from Faribault High School in 1935. She took nurses training from St. Lucas Evangelical Hospital in Faribault and a post graduate course in obstetrics and gynecology from the Chicago Lying In Hospital in Chicago, Ill. She married Dr. John N. Mistretta on April 5, 1941 in St. Louis, Mo. and they moved to Austin in 1945. Dorothy was a member of the First Congregational Church in Austin.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Bonnie (Steve) Biedermann, Palm Coast, Fla., Bobbie Mistretta (Bud Turner) Barnum, Minn., Pollie Mistretta, Duluth, Minn., John Mistretta, Maplewood, Minn.; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Amy (Bob) Christoferson, Jefferson City, Mo.; brother, Mary Koopmans, Faribault, Minn., Roger (Kathleen) Koopmans, Faribault; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dr. John Mistretta in 1998; brother, Walter Koopmans and baby sister, Elaine Marian Koopmans.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at 11 am at the First Congregational Church in Austin with the Reverend Levering Reynolds III, the Reverend Einar Unseth and the Reverend Ruben Unseth officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday at the church for one hour before the service. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to the First Congregational Church in Austin. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in Charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, March 25, 2009

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Dorothy Koopmans Mistretta of Austin, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at the Austin Medical Center.

She was born Sept. 9, 1917 in Richland, Minn. to William and Lydia (Koelle) Koopmans. She graduated from Faribault High School in 1935. She took nurses training from St. Lucas Evangelical Hospital in Faribault and a post graduate course in obstetrics and gynecology from the Chicago Lying In Hospital in Chicago. She married Dr. John N. Mistretta on April 5, 1941 in St. Louis, Mo. and they moved to Austin in 1945.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Bonnie (Steve) Biedermann, Palm Coast, Fla., Bobbie Mistretta (Bud Turner) Barnum, Minn., Pollie Mistretta, Duluth, Minn., John Mistretta, Maplewood, Minn.; five grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Amy (Bob) Christoferson, Jefferson City, Mo., brother and sisters-in-law, Mary Koopmans, Faribault, Minn., Roger (Kathleen) Koopmans, Faribault, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Dr. John Mistretta, in 1998; brother, Walter Koopmans; and baby sister, Elaine Marian Koopmans.

The memorial service location has been changed to Crane Community Chapel. The service will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2009 at 11 a.m. at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Pastor Einar Unseth and Pastor Ruben Unseth officiating. Pianist will be Monica Mendez. Soloists will be Steve Biedermann and Pastor Ruben Unseth. Violinist will be Bonnie Biedermann. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in Charge of arrangements.

SOURCE: Austin Dailey Herald online, March 31, 2009 - www.austindailyherald.com

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Aug. 29, 1913
Dec. 31, 2001

Wilhelm Perry Ludvigsen, age 88, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, December 31, 2001, at the Austin Medical Center, Austin, Mower county, Minnesota.

He was born August 29, 1913, in Austin, to Paul and Christena (Hanson) Ludvigsen. He grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1931. On March 6, 1942, he married Lilah M. Pedersen. He was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, John and Dianne Ludvigsen, Austin; David and Rosie Ludvigsen, Kasson; daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Richard Nelson, Eden Prairie; sisters-in-law, Mary McAlister, Austin; Ilah Pedersen, Mason City, Iowa; eight grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; six brothers; two sisters; son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Marry Ann Ludvigsen; granddaughter, Amy Ludvigsen.

Visitation: 4 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2002, and Thursday for one hour before the service at the funeral home.

Service: 10 a.m., Thursday, at the funeral home with the Rev. Roberta Flood officiating. Casket bearers will be Chris Anderley, Billy Irons, Jay Woeller, Tim Ludvigsen and Jared Koopal.

Interment: Oakwood Cemetery, Austin.

Funeral Home: Clasen-Jordan Mortuary, Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, Wed., January 2, 2002

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Sep. 12, 1900
Aug. 29, 1991

AUSTIN, MINNESOTA -- Palmer C. Ludvigsen, 90, of Austin, a retired employee of the Geo. A. Hormel & Co., died Thursday (Aug. 29, 1991) at his home.

He was born Sept. 12, 1900, in Lansing Township, Mower County.

He is survived by a daughter, Joanne (Mrs. Clarence) Orpen of Austin; four grandchildren; three brothers, Oscar, Alvin and Wilhelm, all of Austin.

The funeral will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary in Austin with the Rev. James Mikkelson officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Friends may call from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the mortuary.

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Dec. 20, 1894
May 9, 1994

AUSTIN -- Oscar L. Ludvigsen, 99, of St. Mark's Lutheran Home in Austin, a retired railroad machinist died Monday (May 9, 1994) at the nursing home.

He was born Dec. 20, 1894, in Austin and married Lila Weseman Aug. 19, 1917, in Mason City, Iowa. Mr. Ludvigsen was a machinist for the Milwaukee Railroad all his working life. He was a member of the Rock and Gem Club, was a Mason and was one of the first members of Austin Park Board.

Survivors include a brother, Wilhelm of Austin. His wife, a son, five brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.

The funeral was today at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with the Rev. James Mikkelson officiating. Burial was in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.

Mayer Funeral Home in Austin was in charge of arrangements.

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Aug. 14, 1870
Mar. 31, 1947

Funeral services for Paul Ludvigsen were held this afternoon at St. Olaf Lutheran church.

Mr. Ludvigsen passed away Monday evening at 801 Crane street, which had been his home for the past 39 years.

Son of Ludvig Mortenson and Olia Colby, he was born Aug. 14, 1870 at Lillehammer Gudbrandsdal, Norway. Before coming to America in June 1891, he was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith.

He came directly to the Red Oak Grove community and here on March 6, 1894 he was married to Paulina Christena Hanson. For 11 years they made their home in this community, moving to Austin in March 1905.

In 1937 due to failing health he was forced to discontinue his work as a stone mason and bricklayer.

Nine children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Ludvigsen, Oscar, Ina (Mrs. Archie Bullis), Palmer, Ernest, and Wilhelm, all of Austin, Alvin of Des Moines Iowa, Adolph of Sterling, Ill., Lenora passed away in 1928 and Lawrence in 1941.

Besides his wife and children he is survived by one sister, Mrs. John Anderson of Puposky and five grandchildren.

Mr. Ludvigsen was a sincere workman and devoted to his church, home and family.

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Jun. 27, 1872
Jun. 20, 1957

Mrs. Paulina Christena Ludvigsen, age 84, passed away Thursday, June 20 at St. Olaf Hospital after a short illness.

The Rev. Melvin E. Hauge of St. Olaf Lutheran Church was in charge of the memorial service which was held June 22 at the Worlein Funeral Home. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery.

Mrs. Ludvigsen was born June 27, 1872 in Lansing Township to Ole and Lesa Hanson. She made her home in the Red Oak Grove community until March 1905 when she moved to Austin. For 48 years her home was at 801 Crane.

On March 6, 1894 she was united in marriage with Paul Ludvigsen at Corning. Mr. Ludvigsen passed away in 1947. Four children also preceded her in death, Lenora, Lawrence, Ernest, and Adolph.

Mrs. Ludvigsen was a faithful member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church and a loving mother and sincere friend.

Surviving are five children, Mrs. Archie Bullis (Ina), Oscar, Palmer, Alvin, and Wilhelm, all of Austin; also a brother, A.O. Hanson, Lockport, Ill., seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

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April 7, 1928

Miss Lenora Ludvigsen Dies

Miss Lenora Ludvigsen died at her home, 801 Crane street, at 6:35 Saturday evening after a five weeks’ illness with anemia. The funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon at 1:45 at the home and at 2 o’clock at St. Olaf Lutheran church, Rev. H. Noss officiating.

Interment will be made in Oakwood Cemetery.

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Aug. 29, 1910
Jan. 12, 1941

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Lawrence A. Ludvigsen, 30, son of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Ludvigsen, 801 Crane street died at noon yesterday at St. Olaf hospital following a long illness.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the Jordan Mortuary, the Rev. Henry Noss officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood chapel.

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Lawrence Arnold Ludvigsen, son of Paul and Christine Ludvigsen was born Aug. 29, 1910 at 801 Crane street, Austin where he always made his home.

He passed away Sunday morning at St. Olaf Hospital where he spent the last four weeks.

He was baptized at the St. Olaf Lutheran Church May 17, 1925 and was confirmed in the same church. He attended public schools and was graduated from the high school in the class of 1929.

Besides his parents he leaves to mourn his death, one sister, Mrs. A.E. Bullis and six brothers, Oscar, Palmer, Ernest, Alvin, and Wilhelm of Austin and Adolph of Sterling, Ill., and many other relatives and friends. One sister Lenora preceded him in death in 1928.

Mr. Ludvigsen was of a cheerful disposition and numbered his friends by his acquaintances.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 o’clock Wednesday afternoon at the Jordan Mortuary, the Rev. Henry Noss officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood chapel.

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Nov. 18, 1907
Nov. 1956

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Funeral services for A.O. Ludvigsen, 305 W. 16th St. Sterling, Ill will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Sterling and at 2 p.m. Friday at the Jordan Chapel, the Rev. M.E. Hauge officiating. Interment will be in the Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the Jordan Chapel after 7 p.m. Thursday.

The family prefers memorials to the Heart Fund or the Cancer Fund.

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A.O. Ludvigsen, 49, died suddenly Tuesday evening after suffering a heart attack at his home, 305 W. 16th St. Sterling, Ill.

A former Austin resident, he is survived by his wife Laurine; his mother, Mrs. Paul Ludvigsen, Austin; a sister Mrs. Archie Bullis, Austin; four brothers, Wilhem, Alvin, Oscar, and Palmer Ludvigsen, Austin.

Funeral services will be held here Friday.

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Adolph O. Ludvigsen of 305 W. 15th St., Sterling, Illinois, passed away suddenly following a heart attach on Tuesday, Nov. 27.

He was born Nov. 18, 1907, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Paul and Christine Ludvigsen. He attended the Austin schools. He entered service during World War II in 1943. On Sept. 19, 1928 [?] he was united in marriage to Laurine Henley at Austin. They moved to Sterling, Illinois, in October of 1928 and he has been affiliated as a saleman with the Twin City Produce for many years.

He was a member of the Fourth Street Methodist Church, the Shrine of Rockford and Freeport Con___tory amd Rock River Lodge 412 A.F. & A.M. of Sterling.

He is survived by his wife, Laurine; his mother, Christine of Austin; four brothers, Oscar, Palmer, Alvin and Wilhelm; on esister, Mrs. Archie (Ina) Bullis, all of Austin, and several nieces and nephews.

Services were held on Thursday, Nov. 28 [1956], at the Allen Funeral Home, Sterling, with the Rev. L. Axelson of the Fourth Street Meth. Church officiating.... Interment was at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, Dec. 3, 1956

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Dec. 8, 1892
May 23, 1974

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Archie Bullis, 81, died today at St. Olaf Hospital following a heart attack.

He resided at 2003 7th Ave. NE and was a retired Hormel Co. employee.

Surviving are four sisters, Mrs. Ethel Lawson, Davenport Iowa, Mrs. Eva Gunderson, Brownsdale, Mrs. Pearl Jerome, Alexandria Minn., Mrs. Harold Reed, Madison Wis.; one brother Lloyd Bullis, Madison; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Saturday.

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Bullis — Funeral services for Archie Bullis, 2003 7th Ave NE will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Worlein Funeral Home, Rev. Carl Borgwardt officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may call from 7 p.m. Friday until time of service.

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Sep. 14, 1895
Dec. 23, 1918

LIEUT. ANDERSON DEAD

After Plucky Fight For Life Popular Young Man Passes Away

Another blue star of our country’s service flag turned to gold this morning at 10:30 when Lieut. Osper J. Anderson passed away at the hospital at the age of 23 years.

Osper was one of the most popular men of the city, loved alike by young and old. With the young people he was a genial, happy companion and he met his elders with a smile and a cheery greeting. Possessed of an unusual intellect, studious and ambitious, his future held bright prospects. In his death Austin lost a fine character.

Osper was born at Littlehammer [sic] Norway, Sept. 14, 1895 and came to America with his father and mother, Mrs. J.A. Anderson and his brother Berger in 1902. The family resided for a year at Lansing and then came to Austin. Osper secured his education in the public schools and after graduating from our high school went to the state U.

He joined Battery B. and went to the Mexican border June 17. On his return he went into the land business with Ed Holcomb. On June 14 he went to the cantonment at Camp Zachary Taylor where he secured his commission as second lieutenant. He was discharged from active service but remained on the reserve officers list and came home Nov. 29.

On December 12 he was taken ill with influenza and pneumonia followed and he was taken to the hospital two days later.

Throughout his entire illness he was the same cheerful smiling Osper and up to within an hour or two of his death he met with all inquiries with a smile. He leaves father, mother and brother Berger.

The funeral will be a military one with escort and firing squad from Co. C as escort. The Duodecim and alumni will attend the body. The funeral will be from the Earl Undertaking rooms at 10:30 Tuesday morning, Rev. Brown officiating.

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May 24, 1874
Oct. 10, 1962

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Mrs. Elise M. Anderson, 87, died Wednesday at Clearbrook, Minn. She was the widow of John Anderson.

A former resident of Austin, Duluth, and Puposky, Minn., she is survived by a daughter-in-law Mrs. B. Donald Anderson, Duluth, and four nephews, Oscar, Palmer, Alvin, and Will Ludvigsen, Austin.

Funeral services will be held Saturday at afternoon.

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Anderson - Funeral services for Mrs. Elise M. Anderson, Clearbrook, Minn., will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the Jordan Mortuary Chapel, Rev. Arthur L. Swenson officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Friends many call Saturday.

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