Funeral services for Elinor D. Bachman, 92, of Lyle, Minnesota, were held Monday, Oct. 25, 2004, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Lyle. The Reverend Barbara Finley-Shea officiated. Interment was in the Six Mile Grove Cemetery, Lyle. Elinor died Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2004, at Good Samaritan Center in St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Elinor Bachman was born on March 14, 1912, to Emil and Etta Irene (Carter) Anderson in Devon, Iowa. Shortly after her birth the family moved to Lyle, Minn., where Elinor was baptized at Our Savior's Lutheran Church. She attended Lyle Public School, graduating third highest in her class in 1930. She was a waitress at the Fox Hotel in Austin for several years.

On April 7, 1934, Elinor was united in marriage to Edmund Bachman at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Lyle. To this union three children were born, Beverly Jean, Bruce and Sue Ellen.

A lifelong member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Lyle, she belonged to Naomi Circle and was a charter member of Lyle Study Club.

Elinor loved to collect sea shells and matchbox covers, liked doing puzzles, crafts and playing cards. After Edmund's death in 1973 Elinor enjoyed extensive travels with her sister-in-law Sally.

She passed away peacefully in her sleep at St. Ansgar Good Samaritan Center on Oct. 20, 2004.

Elinor was preceded in death by her husband, Edmund Bachman; son, Bruce Bachman; daughter, Beverly Leraaen; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Emil Anderson; four brothers, Arthur, Donald, Burton and Warren Anderson and a sister Verna Reinartz.

Her survivors include a daughter, Sue Ellen Young, of Pomona, Calif.; five grandchildren, Nancy Johnson, Scott (Denise) Leraaen, Eric (Lynn) Leraaen, Kevin (Roseo) Young and Todd (Denise) Bachman; nine great- grandchildren, Bryan and Julie Johnson, Danelle Ciavarelli, Leah, Rycki and Stevie Leraaen, Ryan, Rachel and Randall Bachman; son-in-law Oral K. (Barbara) Leraaen; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Worlein Funeral Home in Austin was in charge of arrangements.

[Adapted from: Mitchell County Press-News online - 10/27/2004]

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SURNAMES: LARSON, BALDNER, KING

Funeral services were held Monday, July 23, 2001 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Osage, for Marion Larson, age 83, of Osage. Reverend Dennis Hanson officiated, Interment was in the Osage Cemetery. She died Thursday, July 19, 2001 at Mitchell County Regional Health Center, Osage. Champion-Bucheit in charge of arrangements.

Marion was born September 11, 1917 in Adams, Minnesota to Roy and Clara (King) Baldner. She graduated from Austin High School. Marion was united in marriage to Lynn 'Bud' Larson on October 7, 1939 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Austin, Minnesota. After Bud's military service they located in Osage. She was employed as a clerk at Montgomery Wards and Sears. She was Deputy County Auditor in Mitchell County for years. Marion was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aide. She was also a member of the Osage American Legion Auxiliary.

Preceding her in death were her parents; and an infant daughter, Carol.

Those that survive her include her husband, Lynn 'Bud' Larson; two daughters, Barbara Brooker and her husband, Alan of Eagan, Minnesota and their children, Carrie and Jeffrey Brooker, Beverly Larson of Mason City and her children Mikan and Lyndsay Walrod; seven sisters, Marcella Meeker and her husband, Myron of Austin, Minnesota, Dorothy Swenson of Austin, Minnesota, Shirley Wherry and her husband Darrell 'Mick' of Osage, Darlene Trimble and her husband Harold, Austin, Minnesota, Janice Christiansen and her husband Jim of Austin, Minnesota, Diane Haseth and Jewell Weeks of Austin, Minnesota; two brothers, Donald Baldner of Lubbock, Texas and John Baldner and his wife, Linda of Tempe, Arizona.

[ Mitchell County Press-News -- July 24, 2001 -- www.mcpress.com ]

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Betty Jean Beecroft, 75, died on Friday Oct. 2, 2009 at Our Lady of Good Counsel in St. Paul.

Betty was born on June 30, 1934 in Austin, the daughter of Kenneth and Margaret Combs.

She grew up in Austin and graduated from high school here. She met and married Jack Beecroft on June 21, 1958. They made their home in Amery, Wis. where she worked for Amery Super Value and then Fabri-tek. She later became a school bus driver for the Amery School District, where she worked for 25 years. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Mary Jo Edwards; and brother, Pat Combs. Survivors include her husband, Jack; daughters, Julie Beecroft, Peggy Beecroft (Kari Mattek) and Vickie (Derek) Mullen; son, Elliot Beecroft; brother, Bill (Holly) Combs; sisters, Helen (John) Scheid, Margaret (Don) Pell and Carolyn Combs. She also leaves one grandchild as well as other relatives and friends.

A Mass of Christian burial was held on Tuesday Oct. 6, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. from St. Joseph Catholic Church in Amery. Burial was at the Amery Cemetery. Casketbearers were Derek Mullen, Elliot Gunderson, Bill Combs, Jeff LeBarron, Charlie LeBarron and Jim Scheid. Visitation was Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Williamson-White Funeral Home in Amery and for one hour prior to services at the church. The Williamson-White Funeral and Cremation Service assisted the family with arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

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Joanne (Kellogg) Piazza, 49, died September 27 following a long struggle with leiomyosarcoma.

Joanne was born July 7, 1960 in Austin and graduated from Austin High School. Joanne spent her summers with family and many friends on Ten Mile Lake in Hackensack, Minn. She loved the lake, sailing and birch trees became her favorite.

In 1988 she graduated from California State University, San Bernardino with a liberal studies degree and a teaching credential.

In 1989 she began her teaching career with the Elk Grove district at Isabelle Jackson Elementary School. She stayed there for the next 20 years, teaching kindergarten, second, third and fourth grades.

She married Joseph Piazza Aug. 5, 1989, school administrator for the Folsom Cordova Unified School District, just before taking up her teaching career.

Her survivors include her husband, Joseph; her children, Chris Kelly of New York City, Janelle Kelly of Elk Grove and Katie Piazza, attending Sonoma State University; and many aunts, uncles and cousins who she loved very much.

She was the daughter of Jim and Karen Kellogg of Walker, Minn. Her family also includes her brother, Jeff (Kristi) Kellogg, and their two children, of Nashville; her brother, David (Jamie) Kellogg, and their three children, of Walker, Minn.; and her brother, Dan (Beth) Kellogg, and their three children, of Wadena, Minn.

A Celebration Mass was held Oct. 1.

Austin Daily Herald online, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

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Gregory Alan Kenis, 57, died Oct. 7, 2009, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn.

Gregory Alan Kenis was born on Feb. 19, 1952, in Albert Lea, the son of Charles and Lorna (Black) Kenis. Greg graduated from Albert Lea High School. He moved to Austin and later married Lois Lee in 1991. The couple moved to the Waltham area. He worked as writer for local newspapers. Greg enjoyed telling jokes, playing chess, meeting new people and watching sports. His hobby was talking to his pets. Greg was a member of St. Michaels Lutheran Church in Waltham.

Greg is survived by his wife, Lois Lee-Kenis; daughters, Amy Kenis and Sarah Kenis; son, David Kenis; his parents, Charles and Lorna Kenis; brother, Mick Kenis; sisters,Vicki Westrum and Jennifer Prince.

The memorial service for Gregory Alan Kenis will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009, at St. Michaels Lutheran Church, 30450 570th Ave., Waltham, with the Rev. John Heruth officiating. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m. at St. Michaels Lutheran Church in Waltham on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009.

Czaplewski Family Funeral Home in Hayfield will assist in arrangements. Blessed be his memory

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Oct. 9, 2009

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Funeral services were held Monday, July 25, 1988 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Osage, for Edith Gleason, 75, of Osage. Burial was in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Mrs. Gleason died Thursday, July 21, 1988, at the Mitchell County Memorial Hospital, Osage.

Mrs. Gleason was born January 15, 1923 at Rose Creek, Minnesota, to Adolph and Alma (Peterson) Lindell. She attended grade school and high school in Rose Creek until her senior year when her parents moved to Austin, Minnesota. She graduated from Austin High School in 1930 and teachers training school in Austin in 1931. She taught four years in rural Mower county schools.

On July 15, 1936 she was married to Emil Klaehn at Austin. He died in 1947. She married Charles Gleason on Aug. 26, 1950 in Osage. They farmed near Osage until retiring and moving to Osage in 1977.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; one brother; and an infant brother.

Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Larry (Karen) Fox of Riceville, and Mrs. Fred (Janice) Sorenson of Omaha, Nebraska; and six grandchildren.

[Mitchell County Press-News obituary - 1988]

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Randall S. Perkins Funeral Held At Deer Creek Lutheran

Funeral services for Randall S. Perkins, 76, of Lyle, who died at the St. Ansgar Good Samaritan Center December 6, 1985, were held December 9 at Deere Creek Lutheran Church, Carpenter, with the Reverend E.C. Franke officiating.

Randall Silas Perkins was born in Lyle, Minnesota June 26, 1909, the son of Ben and Helen (Johnson) Perkins. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Lyle, and became a member of Deer Creek Lutheran Church, Carpenter soon after his marriage to Selma Johnson August 13, 1927. Three children were born to them.

Mr. Perkins was employed for 41 years at the George A. Hormel Co. in Austin, Minnesota and lived on a farm west of Lyle until his retirement in 1971 when the Perkinds family moved to Lyle. He loved nature and was an avid fisherman. He enjoyed many summers at their summer residence at Longville, Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant son, Allan Eugene.

Mr. Perkins is survived by his wife, Selma of Lyle; one son, John of Decorah; one daughter, Mrs. Keith (Helen Marie) Funk of Osage; six granddaughters, Marlene Funk Sylvester of Rochester, Minnesota; Margaret Funk Brumm of Iowa City; Cynthia Perkins Bebee of Rose Creek, Minnesota; Marcia Perkins Sewick of Lyle; Lori Perkins Finnell of Wahiawa, Hawaii; Renae Perkins McIntosh of Decorah; also 10 great grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. William (Avis) Goblirsch of Phoenix, Arizona; Mrs. Joy (Anita) Lillegaard of Lyle; Mrs. Orrie (Helen) Hackbarth of Austin, Minnesota, Mrs. Robert (Donna) Thomsen of Austin, Minnesota; several nieces and nephews.

Burial was in Deer Creek Lutheran Cemetery with Reverend Franke in charge of committal services.

St. Ansgar Enterprise December 12, 1985 - St. Ansgar, Iowa Museum Collection.

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AUSTIN, MINNESOTA -- Bradford G. Larson, 85, of 905 12th Ave. N.W., Austin, died Wednesday, Feb. 5, 1997, at Burr Oak Manor Nursing Home.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, Feb. 8th, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with the Rev. James I. Mikkelson officiating. The Organist was Neal Erickson; the soloist was Mark Robert. Honorary bearers included: Eric Swenson, Lars Swenson, Cynthia Bellefeuille, Valerie Larson, Chadd Larson, Elizabeth Larson, Katherine Larson and Rebecca Larson. Casket bearers were: Gary Callahan, Larry Callahan, Darrell Larson, Daryl Stelter, Dennis Stelter and Michael Bellefeuille. Interment was in the Oakwood Cemetery.

Bradford G. Larson was born Jan. 25, 1912, in Mona, Iowa, to John and Mary (Bothun) Larson. He graduated from Otranto, Iowa, High School in 1931. Bradford married Lucille Stelter on Jan. 8, 1939, at the bride's home in Otranto. They moved to Stacyville, Iowa, and later to Rose Creek, where they farmed. They moved to Austin in 1945 where he worked for USEM's and later for Tempo Department Store. He retired in the early 1970s.

He was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

He is survived by his wife, Lucille Larson of Austin; sons and daughters- in-law, Glen and Sharon Larson of Bloomington, and Darwin and Pamela Larson of Norwalk, Iowa; eight grandchildren; son-in-law and his wife, Jerry and Maggie Sprick of Red Wing; brother and sister-in-law, Myrle and Leona Larson of Austin; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Bernice and Johnny Callahan of Austin, and Gala Stelter of Clear Lake, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, LaVonne Sprick; and an infant son.

The Clasen-Jordan Mortuary in Austin, was in charge of arrangements.

[Based on Obituary in Mason City Globe Gazette; Feb. 7, 1997]

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BURTON M. LARSON FUNERAL
HELD AT OTRANTO CHURCH

Burton Magnus Larson was born May 25, 1900 in Mona. He was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Mona, and was the son of George and Matilda Larson.

On December 11, 1922 he was united in marriage to Lucille Klusmeier at Austin, Minn.

They lived in Lyle the first 24 years and while residing there, their three sons; Eldon, Virgil and Douglas were born.

Burton was a retired railroad man. He worked on the Chicago Great Western for 23 years and was made foreman in 1928. He continued working in Lyle until December 1946, when they moved to Otranto. While in Lyle he served on the school board nine years.

In Otranto he helped his wife operate a grocery store. He drove school bus for 15 years, beside other numerous jobs.

While in Lyle they were members of the Lutheran church. After coming to Otranto they joined the Otranto Community Church.

Mr. Larson died at his home suffering from a coronary thrombosis February 12, 1966.

He was preceded in death by a son, Virgil, his parents and three sisters; Rebecca Larson, Mrs. Lilla Barckley, Mrs. Marion McCamy.

He is survived by his wife, Lucille; two sons, Eldon and Douglas, a daughter-in-law, Kay and six grandchildren; William, Lu Jean, Julie, Debra, Dale and Jimmy. Also four brothers and four sisters; Mrs. Ben Christopherson, LeRoy Minn.; Mrs. Ruth Anderson, Austin, Minn.; Leonard Larson, Montanta; Le Due Larson, Stewartville, Minn.; Mrs. Lee Cole, Chicago, Ill.; Mrs. Harold Cole, Dexter, Minn.; Mr. Elmer Larson, Grand Forks, N.D., Elser Larson, Fort Worth, Tex.

There are also numerous nieces and nephews.

Burial was in Woodbury Cemetery Lyle, Minn.

[Source: Mitchell County Press-News or Mason City Globe Gazette] Submitted, 2002, by Marilyn O'Connor

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Elsabeth Frances (Grey) “Betty” Wescott passed away peacefully at her home in Minnetonka, Minnesota, on October 4, 2009.

She was born to Dr. William A. and Etta M. Grey of St. Paul.

Betty graduated from the University of Minnesota where she served as president of Mortar Board and was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. A long-time resident of Austin, Betty taught math and science before becoming an active volunteer and fundraiser for the American Red Cross, YWCA, PTA, Girl Scouts, First Congregational Church and the Children’s Cancer Research Fund.

Betty was an advocate for women’s education, managed a scholarship fund for Austin High School students, was a founding member of the Board of the Austin High School Alumni and Friends Association and a member of Chapter AH, PEO Sisterhood. Betty enjoyed playing bridge, reading and was an avid fan of the Vikings and the Twins.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ray M. Wescott.

She is survived by daughters, Anne (Thomas) Zitnak of Lino Lakes and Jane (David) Olson of Minnetonka; grandchildren, David (Diane) Zitnak, Douglas (Lana Marie) Zitnak and Julie (Michael) Connolly; great-grandchildren Benjamin and Kali Zitnak and Kieran and Shea Connolly; and many loving friends and relatives.

We are grateful to Dr. Benjamin Pease, Dr. Mary Kwon and the staffs of Ridge Pointe, Home Instead, LivHome and Heartland Home Health Care & Hospice for their loving care.

A celebration of Betty’s life will take place from 4 to 7 p.m. Monday Oct. 12 at Ridge Pointe, 12800 Marion Lane W., Minnetonka. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 15 at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 1910 Third Ave. N.W.

Memorials are preferred to the Children’s Cancer Research Fund, the Austin High School Alumni and Friends Association or the First Congregational United Church of Christ of Austin.

Austin Daily Herald online, Thur., Oct. 8, 2009

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Vera I. Peak, 89, of Hollandale and formerly of Austin, died Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 at the Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea.

Vera was born April 16, 1920 in Wolsey, S.D. to Elmer E. and Hilma E. (Anderson) Pierson. On March 4, 1930 she married Warren Sibbers. He preceded her in death on January 14, 1981. On April 24, 1982 she married Francis Peak. He preceded her in death in July 2009.

Vera was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church until 1982. She taught Sunday School there. For the past 27 years she lived in Hollandale and was a member of the Hollandale Reform Church. She did home health care, was a rural postal carrier and she loved to garden. Vera was an avid reader, loved puzzles, made quilts and volunteered on mission trips to Kentucky. She was a member of Good Sam's Camping. She loved to travel and journaled during her travels.

Survivors include her children, Duane (Karen) Sibbers, Cadott, Wisc., Carole (Bob) Shankland, Grand Rapids, Minn., Connie (Jim) Erickson, Rochester, Minn., Donna Sibbers, Minneapolis; grandchildren, Brian, Lisa, Mark, Steve, Jon, Sue, Kim and Kerry; 14 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9, 2009 at St. John's Lutheran Church with Pastor Tom Ogilvie officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

Austin Daily herald, Thur., Oct. 8, 2009

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JOhn Theodore “Ted” Keim, 93, of Dexter and formerly of Spring Valley and Lake City, died Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 at the Austin Medical Center in Austin.

Ted was born June 29, 1916 in Mansfield, Minnesota, to George Keim and Lena (Wimmer) Keim. He attended and graduated from Spring Valley High School and was united in marriage to Harriett Anderson on April 12, 1942 in Grand Meadow. She passed away in September 1982. Ted owned Grand Meadow Grain, worked for Quarve-Anderson Construction in Rochester and later drove truck. He loved to collect things, go to auctions, fishing, boating and snowmobiling.

Ted was extremely musical; he was a member of the German Band in high school and was able to play most instruments from sound. He especially enjoyed playing his Stradivarius violin. Ted was a good friend, loved his family and was always the life of the party.

He is survived by three sons, Richard Keim of Dexter, Gary (LaDonna) Keim of Grand Meadow and Kim (Sue) Keim of Lake City; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a special friend, Edna Schulz. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; one sister, Dorthea; and three brothers, George, Herman and Albert.

Funeral services for Ted Keim will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley with the Rev. Ann Siverling officiating. Burial will be in the Church Cemetery.

Friends may call at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Spring Valley from 11 a.m. until time of service.

Arrangements by Hindt Funeral Home.

Austin Daily Herald online, Thur., Oct. 8, 2009

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Gilbert Thomas Graves, 77, of Elkton, returned to the Lord, surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, Oct. 8 at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Gilbert was born on March 26, 1932 in Chicago, the son of Thomas and Sylvia (Lutz) Graves. He graduated from high school in Elmhurst, Ill. He married Marie Jorgenson on Feb. 1, 1958 at St. Augustine Church in Austin. They resided in the Elkton area where Gilbert farmed and also worked as a fork lift driver for Miami Margarine/Holsum Foods Co. in Albert Lea. Following his retirement from there he worked for the King Maintenance Co. in Austin.

First in Gilbert's life were his faith and his family. He was a member of the Sacred Heat Catholic Church in Adams. He enjoyed gardening and raising flowers as well as fishing and golfing. He also had an artistic side, and enjoyed painting and singing.

Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents.

Gilbert is survived by his wife, Marie Graves, Elkton; children, Cheryl (Dick) Nold, Oronoco, Minn., Shelia (Bill) McBride, Preston, Minn., Sylvia (Larry) Churchill, Grand Meadow, Minn.; Christopher Graves, North Mankato, Minn.; Ann (Jerry) Johnson, Brooklyn Center, Minn.; Peter (Tracy) Graves, Blooming Prairie, Minn., Joey (Christine) Graves, Elkton, Minn., Kevin (Kathryn) Graves, St. Peter, Minn.; grandchildren, Dee (Brent), Heather, Brian, Kenneth, Jacob, Hillary, Angelica, Devlin, Riley, Rachel, Josh, Cole, Samantha, Lily, Marcus, Emily and Noah; sister, Carol Wilkemeyer, Rushford, Minn.; brother, Ray (Pat) Graves, Elkton, Minn.; and nieces, nephews and cousins.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 12, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father James Seitz officiating. Interment will be in the Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Adams. Visitation will be at Adams Funeral Home on Sunday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Monday from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. There will be a rosary service at 4:30 p.m. and a prayer service at 7 p.m. on Sunday. There will be no reviewal at the church on Monday.

Casket bearers will be Christopher Graves, Peter Graves, Joey Graves, Kevin Graves, Dick Nold, Bill McBride, Brian Churchill and Jerry Johnson.

Austin Daily Herald online, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009

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Funeral services for Lyle Alan Anderson, age 59, of Emmons, Minnesota, were held Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2004 at the Emmons Lutheran Church in Emmons. Pastor Julie Fiske officiated. Interment was in Oak Lawn Cemetery, Emmons.

Lyle died Saturday, Nov. 13, 2004 in the Albert Lea, Minnesota hospital.

Lyle Anderson was born Dec. 1, 1944 near Lansing, Minnesota. He was the son of Julius and Florence (Frost) Anderson. He was baptized at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin, Minnesota, and confirmed at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Austin.

Lyle was united in marriage to Betty Scott June 29, 1968 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Osage, Iowa. They lived in Austin before moving to their home by Emmons. Lyle worked at Wilson's/Farmstead and Fleetguard for the last 10 years.

Lyle had a special place in his heart for the children that came to his home for childcare. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be missed by his wife, Betty and three children, Terrance of Emmons, Minn., Theresa and her friend, James DeMichelis Jr. of Norwalk, Iowa and Scott and his wife, Michelle of Eyota, Minn., four granddaughters, four brothers, three sisters and three brothers-in-law Phillip (Elaine) Scott of Boscobel, Wisc., Eldon (Janice) Scott of Forest City, Kevin (Colleen) Scott of Osage, a sister-in law Patricia (Mark) Evans of Osage and a niece and nephew.

Preceding Lyle in death were his parents, six brothers, three sisters and Eldo (Jene) Scott.

[From Mitchell County Press-News online, 11/24/2004 (edited)]

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Narcy Barbara Meyers, age 88 of Adams died Saturday, Oct. 10, 2009 at the Austin Medical Center in Austin.

She was born on Oct. 29, 1920 in Lansing Township, Minnesota, to Rud and Mary (Wanous) Lunachek. Narcy attended school in Lansing and graduated from Austin High School in 1938. She was married to Norbert J. Meyers on June 3, 1941 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin. The Meyers lived in Austin for two years and then moved to a farm near Adams. They retired and moved to Adams in 1982 and spent winters in Weslaco, Texas.

Narcy was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams. She was also a Z.C.B.J. Lodge member and a 4-H club leader in Mower County.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Norbert in 1989; and son Rudy in 1990.

Narcy is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Diane Meyers; granddaughters and husbands, Jennifer and Aaron Nye, Julie and Brian Gay; great grandson, Jacob Nye; sister-in-law, Charlotte Meyers; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father James Seitz officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in Austin. Visitation will be at the Adams Funeral Home on Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. There will be no reviewal at the church. The family prefers memorials to the donor’s choice. Organist will be Joyce Edland. Casket Bearers will be Brian Gay, Aaron Nye, Pete Schmitz, Terry Kiefer, Mark Wolterman and Charles Peterson. Honorary Bearers will be Orrie Anderson, Dean Elliott.

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 12, 2009

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Arnold William Georg, age 94 of Austin, died Friday, Oct. 9, 2009 at Our House Senior Living in Austin.

Arnold was born Oct. 1, 1915 to Daniel August and Josephine Caroline (Hammerle) Georg in Knierim, Greenfield Township, Calhoun County, Iowa. Arnold was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran church near Knierim. He attended grade school in Knierim, graduated with honors from Manson High School, Manson, Iowa in 1933 and from Fort Dodge Business College, Fort Dodge, Iowa, in 1935. In high school he was a member of a baseball team that won the state championship.

After graduation, Arnold worked as a bookkeeper at Fullerton Lumber in Fort Dodge and Carstens Brothers in Ankley, Iowa. Beginning in 1937 he worked as a teletype operator at the Hormel office in Austin and as a timekeeper for the guard force. On Jan. 22, 1939 Arnold married Sylvia Anna Emma Schlichting at St. Michaels Lutheran Church, rural Waltham.

On Feb. 1, 1939 he worked as a senior typist with the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture in Washington, D.C. From January to June in 1940 he worked as a stenographer in the REA office. On July 1 1940 he began work as a warden’s secretary at the Federal Correctional Institution in Danbury, Connecticut, and continued to work for the Federal Prison System until his retirement. During his career Arnold lived in Washington, D.C. and in eight other states. After retiring on Aug. 31, 1967 they lived in Austin and Brownsdale. They spent many winters in Weslaco, Texas. After retiring Arnold obtained a real estate sales license and worked for Streeters Store Fixtures in Albert Lea for a number of years. After moving to Brownsdale Arnold became a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Brownsdale. Over the years he attended Lutheran churches where he was living and served as a church secretary and church treasurer in various churches. He was an avid dominos and shuffleboard player and a highly regarded bridge player. Arnold and Sylvia moved to Our House Senior Living in July, 2007. Sylvia passed away on December 11 that year.

Survivors include his son, Daniel Eric Georg of Allen, Texas; three grandchildren; Angie Sue (Robert) Hill, Sheldon, Texas, Daniel Eric Jr. (Haley) Georg, Allen, Texas, Christine Ann Georg, Allen, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Jennifer Hill, Jessica Hill, Rob Hill, Madelyn Hill, all of Allen, Texas; daughter-in-law, Deborah Ann Georg, Allen, Texas; sister, Donna (Stanley) Erickson, Marathon, Iowa; sister-in-law, Mertie Georg, Algona, Iowa; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sylvia; sisters, Dorothy Rude and Leona Johnson; and brothers, Alvin Georg and Ernest Georg.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009, at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Brownsdale with Pastor Jeffrey Sage officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment is at St. Michael’s Lutheran Cemetery near Waltham. Memorials may be directed to the donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements.

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

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 12, 2009

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Franklin Dale Mudra, 75, of Rochester and formerly of Albert Lea, died on Friday, October 9, 2009 at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester, Olmsted county, Minnesota.

Franklin Dale Mudra was born on Dec. 29, 1933 in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Frank and Edna (Olson) Mudra. He attended and graduated from Albert Lea High School and then attended Austin Vo-Tech obtaining his training as a mechanic. He owned and operated a repair shop in Myrtle and also worked for the Freeborn County Highway Department for more than 30 years. On Nov. 28, 1956 Franklin was united in marriage to Betty Prine in Northwood, Iowa. Franklin enjoyed working on and restoring older cars and gardening.

He is survived by his wife Betty, Rochester; daughters, Lorie (Mark) Buehrer, Northwood, Iowa, and Linda (Todd) Anderson, Ettrick, Wisc; grandsons, Ryan and Cory Buehrer, Dallas, Texas; sisters, Marlene (Dean) Lechner, Austin and Carol Oakland, Brownsdale, Minn.; son-in-law Mark Gayken, Albert Lea; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Franklin was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Janene Gayken, granddaughter, Jessica Gayken, brother, Wayne Mudra and one sister in infancy.

Funeral services for Franklin D. Mudra will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home.

Pastor Kent Otterman will officiate. The burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the funeral home. To sign the guest book go to: www.bayviewfuneral.com.

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 12, 2009

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Mabel Adele (Sampson) Cafourek, 95, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died Monday afternoon, October 12, 2009 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

She was born on August 15, 1914 to Knute and Katherine (Cassidy) Sampson in Huron, South Dakota. She married Frank Cafourek on April 13, 1941, at the Little Brown Church at Nashua, Iowa.

Because Mabel enjoyed people, she did well in sales, which she began when she was old enough to pull a wagon and sell the family’s vegetables and milk. An active member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church and civic organizations, Mabel earned a 35-year pin for her volunteer work as a Red Cross Gray Lady, was past president of the St. Olaf Hospital Auxiliary, vice president of League of Women Voters, chairwoman of Mothers’ March of Dimes, and she was involved in AARP. She had no children of her own, but she took pride in her family and was loved by them in return.

Mabel is survived by two sisters, Mary Ann (Fred) Jensen of Austin and Katherine (Roger) Woodworth of Huron, S.D.; nine nieces and nephews; 18 great-nieces and nephews; 11 great-great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; five siblings, Norma Campbell, B. “Nell” Kirkwood, Myrtle Van Dyke, Mamie Sampson, Sammie Sampson; and four brothers-in-law.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday Oct. 17, 2009 at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Associate in Ministry Todd Portinga officiating. Visitation is one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be made to St. Olaf Lutheran Church Capital Fund Appeal, Red Cross or donor’s choice.

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

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Lloyd Francis Steinbrink, 82, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2009 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Lloyd was born on August 17, 1927 in Wilton, Wisconsin, the son of Francis William and Gertrude Irene (Grant) Steinbrink. He attended grade school in Kendall, Wisconsin. After moving to Minnesota, he attended Austin Public Schools.

In 1945, Lloyd was drafted in the Army/Air Force as a weatherman/astronomer. After an honorable discharge, he joined the George A. Hormel family. In 1980 he retired after 33 years. On Aug. 25, 1948, Lloyd married the love of his life, Elizabeth (Betty) Margaret Stephoni, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams, Minn.

Lloyd enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, playing sports, carpentry and helping others. He always looked forward to the harvest season and helping his son-in-law on the farm. He was a sponsor for many years with RCIA (Right of Christian Initiation of Adults).

Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Betty; children, Diane Patterson (Roger), Daryl (Jeanne), Duane (Marvel) and Debra Getchell (Donnie); his mother, Gertrude; sisters, Urma Norland (Roy) and Pat Flanders; brother, Robert (Joanne); brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Delores and Lloyd Theobald, Janet and John Stellpflug; 15 grandchildren; and 26 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by a son, Timmy John; a grandson, Craig Allen; and his father, Francis William.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. There will be a 7 p.m. prayer service with reflections on Friday evening at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Friday and at the church one hour before the service on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Lloyd's grandsons will be the casket bearers: Chris Patterson, Terry Patterson, Troy Steinbrink, Dustin Steinbrink, Adam Steinbrink, Cody Steinbrink, Corey Owen and Nick Owen.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to St. Edward's Catholic Church, Calvary Cemetery or the American Cancer Society

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Gail A. Hummel, 78, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, October 13, 2009 at Austin Medical Center. She died peacefully, and was surrounded by her family.

She was born on October 10, 1931 to Ruth and Lawrence Mead, of Austin. She graduated from Austin High School and remained in Austin until her death.

She was married to Leo Hummel and had five children. She enjoyed collecting antiques and spending time with her family.

Survivors include his children, Leanne (Richard) Poshusta, Diane Hummel, Tom (Margie) Hummel and Melissa (Steve) Wilson. She also is survived by eight grandchildren, Jessica and Derek Poshusta, Travis and Lizzie Mataya, Amalie and Stephanie Hummel, David and Paige Wilson; great-grandchildren, Cody ,Emma, Cole, Cade, Nic, Kelsey and Kylie.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leo; daughter, Suzanne; sister, Joan; and grandchild, Tyler.

Visitation is 4 to 7 p.m., followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m., on Oct. 15, 2009, at Mayer Funeral Home.

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Brian J. Young, 62, died Saturday afternoon, Oct. 10, 2009 at his home in Austin.

He was born March 6, 1947 in Austin to Carl R. and Mildred M. (Slupe) Young.

Brian was a special friend to many in the Austin community. He was an active member at St. Olaf Lutheran Church and Arc. He worked for Cedar Valley Services.

Brian will always be remembered for his infectious smile, his hugs and the fact that everyone was his friend. He touched many lives and brought joy to those who knew him. He will be greatly missed.

Survivors include his sisters, Marilyn (Warren) Bateman, Miami, Fla., Susan (Harold) Helleck and Lynn Norman, Rochester; sister-in-law, Esther Young, Lake City, Minn.; and special friends, Mary Reisnour and Phil Bernatz, Austin.

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

A special thanks to the Austin community for the kindness and friendship that they have shown. Also to McDonald’s, his caretakers and to Heartland Seasons Hospice, who always made Brian happy. Also thank you to Mayer Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 16, 2009 at Mayer Funeral Home with the Rev. Kristi Koppel officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Memorials are preferred to Arc Mower County.

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Richard W. Jacobson, 71, of Stewartville and formerly of Grand Meadow, died Monday Oct. 12, 2009 at the Stewartville Care Center. Richard’s cause of death was ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease), which he was diagnosed with in 2007.

Richard was born June 14, 1937 in Grand Meadow. He grew up on the family farm in rural Grand Meadow. He attended rural school and high school at Grand Meadow, Class of 1956.

He was married June 10, 1950 to Dorothy Merkel at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They were later divorced.

He married Judith Strand Nov. 3, 1996. She passed away Aug. 13, 1999.

Richard farmed for more than 30 years in the Grand Meadow area. He then became involved in missionary service. This service took him to Central America, Africa, Russia and around the world. He maintained his home in the Grand Meadow and Stewartville areas. In recent years, before his illness, he was a willing volunteer at the Ironwood Christian Ranch of Stewartville. Over the years he developed a strong attachment for the less fortunate children of the world.

Richard was a resident at the Stewartville Care Center for two years.

Richard W. Jacobson’s body was donated to Mayo Clinic research.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Judy.

He is survived by his daughter Christine (Rahn) Brager of Ventura, Iowa; two sons, Bradley (LuAnn) Jacobson of Blair, Neb. and Dan (Deb) Jacobson of Omaha, Neb.; five stepdaughters, Ramona Opitz, Judy Schouweker, Sheila Brockhaus, Jodi Thome, Deb Strabeck; longtime friends from Costa Rica, Shirley Jimemenz and Ludy Hanlon; several grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and one brother, Ronald (Kay) Jacobson of Rochester.

A memorial service will be held at Christ United Methodist Church in Rochester Saturday Oct. 17, 2009 at 11 a.m. with Pastor Amanda Larsen officiating. Interment will take place at a later date. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. to the time of the service at the church on Saturday morning. Griffin-Gray Funeral Home of Stewartville is assisting the family with arrangements

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Funeral services for Grace Austinson, 88, who died January 23, were held Tuesday, January 25, 1994 at the First Lutheran Church, St. Ansgar, with the Rev. Robert Porisch officiating.

Grace (Schumacher) Austinson was born March 8, 1905 to John and Delma Sisson Schumacher in Lyle, Minnesota. She was baptized and confirmed November 20, 1936 in the LeRoy Lutheran Church. She married Helmer Austinson in December of 1929. They farmed in the LeRoy, Minnesota area.

Her husband passed away in January 1951. In the fall of 1951, Grace moved near Toeterville and kept house for Martin Robertson. After his death she move to St. Ansgar. She entered the Good Samaritan Center, December 20, 1988.

Survivors include one sister, Mary Moen of Austin, Minnesota; one brother, Albert Schumacher, Park Rapids, Minnesota; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Helmer, her parents, one sister, Maggie, and two brothers, Clarence and Melvin Schumacher.

Burial was in the Six Mile Grove Cemetery.

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Funeral services for Hazel Belle Kittleson, 99, a resident of Meadow Manor Nursing Home in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, who died Saturday, August 14, were held Tuesday, August 17, 1993, at the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church with Reverend Warren Diskerud officiating. Interment was in the First Lutheran Cemetery in St. Ansgar.

Hazel Lewis was born November 13, 1893 in Waltham, Minnesota, the daughter of Walter E. Lewis and Sara Chapman Lewis.

May 20, 1925 she married Ben Kittleson in Austin, Minnesota. The couple farmed in the St. Ansgar area until 1948. They then resided in Austin and Willmar, Minnesota, and Osage before moving to Grand Meadow.

Mrs. Kittleson is survived by three sons, Kenneth of St. Ansgar; Lester of Owatonna, Minnesota, Gerald of Rochester, Minnesota; one daughter, Mrs. Roy (Mickey) Carter of Grand Meadow, Minnesota; 14 grandchildren and 34 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, one son, one granddaughter, two great granddaughters and one brother.

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Lloyd Herman Hammermeister, 105, of Austin, died Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 13, 2009 at St. Mark's Lutheran Home.

He was born July 5, 1904 to Herman and Anna (Brown) Hammermeister in Austin. He was baptized at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Dexter Township, east of Austin. Lloyd was in third grade when his mother passed away while living in South St. Paul. Lloyd's father took the family to Montana. Later Lloyd and his brother Julius and sister Gladys were sent to live with their mother's brother and his wife, August and Martha Brown, in Nunica, Mich., where Lloyd was confirmed in the Lutheran faith.

After finishing school, he worked for his uncle in the cucumber fields. His uncle worked for H.S. Heinz Co. Lloyd later left his home in Michigan and worked at two restaurants in Milwaukee for awhile before the brothers found jobs in the steel mills in Chicago.

Later on, Lloyd returned to Minnesota where he worked for farmers in the Dexter area. It was there he found his childhood friend and the love of his life, Laura Studer. He moved back to Chicago but again returned to the Dexter area, and finally on Flag Day, June 14, 1939, Lloyd and Laura were married at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. They farmed on the Studer home farm and milked cows for many years, retiring in 1974 and moving to Austin.

Lloyd was an active member of Trinity Church. Laura and Lloyd enjoyed traveling with friends and the Mower County Senior Center. Laura passed away in 2000. Lloyd kept busy with his gardening, string art, photography and jigsaw puzzles that he mounted for wall hangings.

Lloyd was known for his good sense of humor and his honesty. His longevity is owed to his treadmill workouts (four miles per day).

He is survived by nieces, Judith (Harlin) Kriehn of Austin, Joyce (William) Bennett of Long Beach, Calif., Mary Taylor of Medford, Ore.; nephews, Gene Studer of Rose Creek, Robert (Linda) Hammermeister of Signal Hill, Calif., John (Bettie) Hammermeister of Long Beach, Calif.; and several great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews.

Lloyd was preceded in death by his wife, Laura, on June 19, 2000; his parents; his brothers, Julius and Robert; and sisters, Gladys and Silva.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009 at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural Dexter with Pastor David Fleishmann officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Monday, Oct. 19, 2009 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, rural Dexter. Casket bearers will be Charles Crawford, David Hammermeister, Ron Hammermeister, Charles Hinderaker, Dan Holst and Randy Stephenson.

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

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Grace Theolida Miller, 94, of Austin, died Monday, Oct. 12, 2009 at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie.

She was born Dec. 13, 1914 in Moscow, Minn. to Albert and Amanda (Gunderson) Gullickson.

Grace attended the Stoa School in Moscow. In 1940 Grace married Ole Miller at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. She worked at Hormel until 1945, when she retired to raise her family. Grace loved to play cards with friends and family. She enjoyed working with flowers and spent hours helping out friends at nursing homes. She loved her church and religion. Grace was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and also enjoyed her birthday club and travel club.

Grace is preceded in death by her husband, Ole; son, Bruce Miller; daughter-in-law, Susan Miller; three brothers; and two sisters.

Grace is survived by her son James (Mary) Miller, Austin; daughter-in-law Vergene Miller, Neenah, Wis.; grandsons, Brett (Debbie) Miller, Trempealeau, Wis., Jed (Kaisa) Miller, Madison, Wis., John Miller, Madison, Wis.; great-grandchildren, Jenessa Miller, Amanda Miller, Sulia Miller; sister Rose Collier, Monroe, La.; and nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with the Rev. Glenn Monson officiating. Interment will be in Blooming Prairie Cemetery in Blooming Prairie. Visitation will be for one hour before the service at the church on Saturday.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary in charge of arrangements.

Memorials to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church “Church Bell Fund.”

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Edward James Bork, 85, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on Sunday, October 11, 2009 at Arden Courts Care Center, Chagrin Falls, Ohio.

Edward (Ed), born Edward James Borkowski on December 14, 1923 in St. Joseph, Mo., devoted his life to helping children and adults improve their own physical fitness. He understood how health and good physical condition made it possible for people to accomplish their goals in life. The fifth child of six (Virginia, Marcella Lilly, Mary Jane Helsley, Ralph and James, all deceased) born to Polish immigrants Jacob and Salomea Borkowski, Ed became aware at an early age of the effects of poverty on his family’s health and happiness.

In high school, Ed excelled in sports, particularly track and football. He was an outstanding athlete, a guard on the all-city football team in 1942-43 and co-captain of his high school track team while still a sophomore. In 1943, during his senior year, he enlisted into the U.S. Army Air Corps and was stationed with the 309th American Air Fighter Squadron in Italy from April 1943 to October 1945. After being honorably discharged from military service, Ed moved to Colorado and began his college career at Denver University in 1946. He graduated with a bachelor of arts in health and physical education in 1949. Ed went on to receive a master of arts degree in education from Denver University in 1952.

Ed began his teaching career as director of health and physical education for the Minot Public Schools in Minot, N.D. He also met the love of his life and soon to be his wife, Ruth Mae Darling (deceased), who was also teaching in Minot. The couple married on Aug. 23, 1951.

In May 1956, Ed was offered the position of supervisor of elementary physical education in the Austin Public Schools. The family moved to Austin and built their home at 1905 Sixth Ave. SE, where they lived for 50 years.

Ed’s commitment to the community of Austin extended outside of his teaching position. He was active in the leadership and management of the Austin YMCA; United Way; Christian Education Center; Snow Flake Festival; the Association for Retarded Citizens (now called Arc); Minnesota Department of Education Committee; National Education Association; Minnesota Education Association; Southeastern Minnesota Arts Council; American, Minnesota and North Dakota Associations for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance; Minnesota Governor’s Advisory Committee on Physical Fitness; Minnesota State Board of Education Curriculum Committee; and the Catholic Church. Ed was a civic leader and community organizer throughout his career in Austin and is remembered by children and adults alike for his devotion to elementary intramural programs for the Austin Public Schools, summer recreational activities for the Austin Park and Recreation Department and his work with handicapped children.

Ed retired in May 1987 after 31 years of teaching. That year he was awarded the Teacher of the Year Award by the ARC of Austin and cited for influencing public opinion in support of educating persons with mental and developmental disabilities. He received many awards for his contributions and services to health, physical education and recreation throughout the State of Minnesota.

Ed was passionate about fishing, camping, playing golf, bowling, gardening and going for long walks with Ruth. The couple were big fans of the Minnesota Twins, Vikings and Gophers.

Ed died at the age of 85 at a nursing home near his daughter Debby’s home in Ohio. Edward is survived by his son, Jeffrey Edward Bork (Kathy Schaivone), Annapolis, Md.; daughters Cynthia Bork (Dick Whitaker), Forks, Wash., Debora Bork (Paul McCarthy, deceased), Chagrin Falls, Ohio, and, Valerie Enkhaus (Greg), Ramsey, Minn.; ex-sons-in-law Tim Callahan and Dennis Reichelt; eight grandchildren, Seth and Dylan Reichelt, Margaret, Caroline and Timothy Callahan, Andrew Bork, Hunter and Logan Enkhaus; and many nephews, nieces and friends.

There will be a visitation from 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009, with a 6 p.m. prayer service at the Mayer Funeral Home. A funeral mass will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19, 2009 at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in Austin with Father Joe Fogal officiating. Casket bearers will be Jeffrey Bork, Richard Whitaker, Greg Enkhaus, Seth Reichelt, Dylan Reichelt and Margaret Callahan. Internment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Austin.

Mayer Funeral Home in Austin is in charge of arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald, Thur., Oct. 15, 2009

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William Cook, 74, died in his home in Austin Wednesday morning, Oct. 14, 2009.

He was born April 8, 1935 to William H. and Dorothy (Gardner) Cook in Kansas City, Kansas. The family moved to Iowa, making their home in Osage, where Bill graduated from high school in 1953. He attended Iowa State University in Ames and earned his mechanical engineering degree in 1958. He married Mary Biedermann in August 1956 in Osage. The couple had four children and were later divorced. He married Janice Moum Smaby on July 25, 1987 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Austin where they made their home until the present time. Bill worked for General Electric in various locations before beginning a 33-year career with IBM in Rochester. They have spent several months each year in Arizona since 1997.

A member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and Austin Noon Lions, Bill loved to golf and enjoyed the outdoors and spending time with friends and family.

Survivors include his wife, Janice; four children, William C. (Roxanne) Cook of Rochester, Barbara (Jeffrey) Nelson of Clearwater, Elizabeth (Daniel) Rada of Eagan, Robert (Shirley) Cook of Santa Rosa, Calif.; two step-children, Timothy (Yvonne) Smaby of Onalaska, Wis., Jonathan Smaby of Dallas, Texas; 13 grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; one niece; and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother; and one sister.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Oct. 19, 2009 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Glenn Monson officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and at the church one hour prior to the service. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements. Interment is at Rose Creek Enterprise Cemetery, rural Austin. Honorary casket bearers are Dylan Nelson, Spencer Nelson, Jacob Cook, Ben Smaby, Christopher Smaby, Samuel Rada and Bob Rada.

The family prefers memorials to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church Building Fund or Mayo Clinic Cancer Research. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

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Warren Gene Harrington, age 80, of Austin, Minnesota, died at Sacred Heart Care Center Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2009.

He was born on December 2, 1928 to Roy S. and Bernice (Erickson) Harrington in Austin, where he grew up and attended school. He married Alice M. Quam on Sept. 10, 1948 in Austin. Warren owned and operated Harrington Trucking until ill health forced him to retire in 2007. He moved to Adams Healthcare Center and in August of 2009 to Sacred Heart Care Center.

Survivors include his wife, Alice Harrington; one daughter, Judith Harrington of Austin; two sons, Kent Harrington and Tracy (Sheila) Harrington, all of Austin; four granddaughters; two step-granddaughters; six great-grandsons; three great-granddaughters; three brothers, DuWayne Harrington of Austin, Gary (Karen) Harrington of Austin, Richard “Dick” (Patricia) Harrington of Ames, Iowa; nieces and nephews; and brother-in-law, Henry Quam.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Dale Christianson officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin.

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Giles Bert Motzko, 77, died Thursday, Oct. 15, 2009 peacefully at his home in Brownsdale, Mower ocunty, Minnesota.

Giles Bert Motzko was born on Jan. 31, 1932, the son of Stanly and Mary (Classman) Motzko on a farm in Long Prairie, Minn. He graduated from Browerville High School in 1949, and from Staples Teachers Training in 1951, and served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951-1955. He graduated from Minneapolis Business College in 1959. Giles was employed in banking, insurance and auto sales since 1959. He retired in 2006. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, and woodworking. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, American Legion, Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church, the church choir and the American Legion Chorus. Giles was married to Beverly Joarnt from 1957-1981. He married Joyce Maas in 1984.

Giles is survived by his wife, Joyce; two brothers, Jim and Roy; five sisters, Edna, Octiva, Beatrice, Jeannette and Inez; children, Robert, Mary, William, David; step-children, Marie, Mike, Matthew, Marion, and Mark; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Ellen; son, Jerome; and brother Norbert.

A funeral service for Giles Bert Motzko will be at 2 p.m. Monday, Oct. 19, 2009 at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church, West Main Street in Brownsdale with the Rev. Dale Tupper officiating. Interment will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, Minn. at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009 at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 302 Market St. SE in Brownsdale with a prayer service at 6:30 p.m. There will be visitation from 1 to 2 p.m. at the church Monday.

Austin Daily Herald, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009

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Mona May (McDermott) Graff, 90, died Oct. 12, 2009.

She was born on Oct. 22, 1918 in Austin to John B. and Lydia (Bliese) McDermott. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John's Lutheran Church by Rev. W. F. Milbrath. She graduated from Austin High School in 1936. On June 17, 1939 she married Herbert Graff, also by Rev. Milbrath at St. John's Lutheran Church in Austin where she lived her entire life.

She was a member of St. John’s LWML.

The family wishes to thank the Prairie Manor staff for Mona’s wonderful care.

Survivors include her husband, Herbert of Austin; their children, Judy Arthun of Bloomington and Rodney (Patricia) Graff of St. Paul; five grandchildren, Kathy, Shelley, Amy, Ryan and Randy; four great-grandchildren, Chad, Cady, Taylor and Paige; sister-in-law, Arlene McDermott of Scottsdale, Ariz.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Marcia May and her brother, Marno McDermott, Sr.

A funeral service will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Tom Ogilve officiating. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery.

Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to The American Cancer Society at www.americancancersociety.com, or mailed to The American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.

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Karen Phebe Noble, age 71, of Austin died Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at Austin Medical Center, Austin, Mower county, Minnesota.

She was born October 17, 1938, in Austin, to Hans and Irene (Smith) Paulson. On May 19, 1956 Karen married Ross Noble at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Karen was a life long resident of Austin. She spent a lot of her time with her children and grandchildren. As the children got older Karen worked at Ankey’s Minimart for more than 10 years. She survived a stroke in 2001 and lived the last five years at St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Karen is preceded in death by her parents Hans and Irene Paulson; brother and sisters, Dorothy Tapp, Mildred Mortenson, Evelyn Rasmussen, Arlene Hemphill, Shirley Honsey, Hans Paulson, Jr., LaVonne Wilkes, and Irene Wilson.

Karen is survived by her husband Ross Noble, Austin; children, Lucille (Gary) Nelson, Austin, Michael (Elaine) Noble, Mantorville, Minn., Mark (Cinda) Noble, Lansing, Minn., Laura Noble (Greg Tennis), Austin, LaNora (Paul) Madden, Hagerstown, Md., LeeAnne (Brian) Peterson, Apple Valley, Minn.; 12 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and one on the way; sister, Charlotte Miller, Austin; and nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Patricia Toschak officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery in Austin. There will be an Eagles Auxiliary service at 4:45 p.m. Wednesday prior to visitation at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5 to 8 p.m. Visitation will also be during one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Honorary Bearers will be Sara Ferguson, Kevin Madden, Kyle Madden and Katherine Peterson. Casket Bearers will be Dana Andree, Stephanie Noble, Scott Bustad, Eric Noble, Joshua Noble, Angie Noble, Andrea Noble and Malcolm Peterson.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to the American Cancer Society or St.. Mark’s Lutheran Home Activity Fund.

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

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Gerald Forrest and Betty Ann Playle

Gerald Forrest (“Jerry”) Playle, age 75, passed away on Monday, Oct. 12, 2009, following a lengthy battle with cancer. Just three days after Jerry’s passing, his loving wife of 54 years, Betty Ann (Farrell) Playle, age 72, succumbed to cancer as well.

Jerry and Betty were loving parents, grandparents, and caring friends to all who knew them. They will be missed by their five children and spouses, their 14 grandchildren, and their seven great-grandchildren, as well as a host of other family members and many, many friends.

Residents of Crossville, Tenn. since 1994, Jerry and Betty were known for opening their home to friends and family at a moment’s notice. Jerry served his country as a member of the U.S. Air Force for 26 years before retiring as a Senior Master Sergeant in 1978. Following his military career, Jerry worked for a defense contractor, TRW, for 15 years. He loved to share a joke with his many friends and relatives, but tempered his sense of humor with a strong work ethic and self-discipline. Betty, a resourceful military wife and talented homemaker, enjoyed card games and classic movies. She was a gifted cook who never tired of creating special baked goods for the children in her family. Both Betty and Jerry were avid bowlers for many years.

Services and interment will take place at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Brownsdale, Minn., the town where Jerry and Betty met and married. A fellowship lunch will follow at the Brownsdale Methodist Church.

Czaplewski Family Funeral Home in Brownsdale is assisting with arrangements. Blessed be their memory.

The family requests that donations be made to Hospice of Cumberland County, Tennessee or the American Cancer Society in lieu of flowers.

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

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Gerald Playle 1934-2009

Gerald F. Playle passed away Oct. 12, 2009 at his home in Crossville, Tennessee.

He was born in Brownsdale, Minnesota, in 1934. He spent his childhood in Brownsdale and graduated in 1951 from Austin High School. He then joined the U.S. Air Force where he spent 27 years. After retirement, he worked for TRW in Utah for 15 years and then retired in Tennessee. He married Betty Farrell in 1955 and they were blessed with five children.

He is survived by his wife Betty; daughters, Diedrie (Joe) Valenti, Kristy (Terry) Kordewick; sons, Dirk (Panza), Kurt, and Darin (Angela); brother Bill (Shirley); sisters-in-law, Ida Foster, Lila (John) Jensen, Judy (Con) Shafer; brother-in-law, Larry Lowe; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held at a later date with burial at the Brownsdale Cemetery. Memorials to be sent to the American Cancer Society or Cancer Research.

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Lowell Lauritz Haukom, age 74, of Austin died Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009 at his home in Austin.

He was born June 20, 1935 in Hayfield, Minn. to Elmer and Helen (DeVrieze) Haukom. Lowell graduated from Hayfield High School. Lowell married Margaret Jensen on June 4, 1954 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hayfield. Lowell worked for Phillips 66 as a truck driver delivering fuel to gas stations. In his retirement, he drove the Senior Citizen Bus, the Heartland Bus, and School Bus.

Lowell was a very active member of Grace Lutheran Church, serving on the stewardship committee, mowing the church lawn and often helped to fold the church bulletins. In his spare time, Lowell liked to work on his cars, and loved to spend time with his family and grandchildren.

Lowell is survived by his wife Margaret Haukom, Austin; children, Patricia Sorenson, Coon Rapids, Minn., Jean (Dan) Campbell, Loyal, Wis., Jeffrey (Pam) Haukom, Marshall, Minn., Jay (Pete) Haukom, Minneapolis; grandchildren, Aaron, Amy, Joshua, April, Melissa, Rachael, Nick, Kirsten, Nathan, Craig, Brent, Max and their families; great-grandchildren, Kayla, Morgan, Lane, Logan, and Adam Lowell; brother and sisters, Evelyn Anderson, Burnsville, Minn., twin Sister, Lois (Dick) Peterson, Bloomington, Minn., Mary Lee, Springfield, Mo., Judy (John) Saboe, Coon Rapids, Minn., James (Darlene) Haukom, Austin; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 22, 2009 at Grace Lutheran Church with the Rev. Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Interment will be in Hayfield Cemetery in Hayfield. Visitation will be at Grace Lutheran Church on Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. and for one hour before the service at the church on Thursday.

Honorary Bearers will be the grandchildren. The family prefers memorials to Grace Lutheran Church.

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 19, 2009

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