Laverne Jewell Sheely, 81, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, died Friday, April 29, 2011, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Laverne was born on September 5, 1929, to Charles Arthur and Peryl Leah (Davis) Sheely in Williamsburg, Iowa. He graduated from Elkton High School. On January 2, 1956, he was united in marriage to Catherine Theobald at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams She preceded him in death in 2005.

Laverne was a United Stated Army veteran. He was a farmer and truly loved it. He was a member of the Hayfield American Legion, Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Brownsdale and many farm organizations.

Survivors include three children: Douglas Sheely, Brownsdale, JoAnn Workman, Springfield, Mo., Bradley (Bridget) Sheely, Brownsdale; five grandchildren: Richard Stevens, Nixa, Mo., Mark Sheely, Jennifer Sheely, Joseph Sheely and Benjamin Sheely, all of Brownsdale; great-granddaughter, Maryjane Stevens, Nixa; six siblings: Eloise Foss, Austin, Lowell (Wilma) Sheely, Eyota, Eleanor Johnson, Austin, Bill (Carol) Sheely, Pennsylvania, Carolyn Bernard, Austin, Larry (Karen) Sheely, Austin.

In addition to his wife, he is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary Ann; daughter-in-law, Pamela Sheely.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 2:30 p.m. Monday, May 2, at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Brownsdale with Father Gregory Parrott officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Sunday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post 330.

Austin Daily Herald online, Sat., April 30, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Helen Marie (Armstrong) Hocker, 92, of Austin, an “angel” to her family, friends and numerous organizations, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at Presbyterian Homes in Roseville, Minn.

Helen was born on January 7, 1919, in Manhattan, Kansas, to George and Hazel (Richards) Armstrong. She attended Austin High School where she was a member of several clubs. Known as a studious girl with a gracious manner, Helen graduated in 1936 and went to work for Geo. A. Hormel & Co. After retiring as secretary to the treasurer in 1962, she married T. H. (Hock) Hocker and they moved to La Jolla, Calif.

After Hock’s death, Helen returned to Austin and pursued a life of service to others. A patron of the arts locally and regionally and a benefactor to many non-profit organizations, she cherished her family, her friends, and her membership in Westminster Presbyterian Church. Helen will be dearly missed by many.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George Walter and Hazel Richards Armstrong; husband, Thetus Holmes Hocker; brother-in-law, Stephen Crane Wright and nephew, John Stephen Wright.

Helen is survived by her sister, Shirley Wright of Roseville, Minn.; special step-daughter, Mary Hocker Miller of Carmel, Calif. and her children and grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, April 30, at Westminster Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Dr. Andrew M. Lindahl officiating. A luncheon will follow in the Fellowship Hall of the church. A private interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

The family requests memorials to the following organizations that Helen enthusiastically supported: Austin Public Library, Austin Chapter of the American Red Cross, Hormel Historic Home, the Austin Symphony Orchestra and Austin Medical Center. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, April 29, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

- Published 1905 –

Alex Soboda

The funeral of the late Alex Soboda was held this afternoon at 2 o’clock from St. Augustine’s church and the remains intered in the Catholic cemetery. The funeral arrangements were in charge of the Hormel Packing House and employees, all of whom from the office force down, contributed to the burial fund. Every effort was made to find relatives of the deceased man but none were located. The committee having the funeral arrangements in hand wish to express their gratitude for favors received from G.F. Baird, A.N. Kinsman, Drs. Allen and Leck and Rogers Livery Barn.

[Submitted to MNGenWeb by K. Pike, 5/2009]
Transcribed by Barb Nagy, 4/2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

DIED 1905 OF SUICIDE
HAD MARRIED JOSEPHINE BEAUREGARD

Ernest Sorenson

TRAGIC DEATH

Old Mower County Boy Commits Suicide.

Ernest Sorenson, an old Mower County boy, who formerly lived near Rose Creek and later near LeRoy commits suicide by hanging himself to the bed post in his room in a private sanitarium for the insane at Minneapolis.

Mr. Sorenson was a graduate of the Winona Normal and one of the brightest boys and best scholars who ever attended that school. He married Miss Josephine Beauregard, an Austin girl and for a number of years they were prosperous and happy. The story is a very sad one, familiar to many of our readers who were acquainted with Mrs. Sorenson. Mr. Sorenson was an excellent businessman and all that he touched seemed to prosper. He was respected and honored by all who knew him. Overwork brought on mental exhaustion and he was taken to the insane hospital at St. Peter.

He recovered in time so as to be able to resume his work, which he took up with old time energy, the same result following and he returned to the hospital. Later the family removed to Minneapolis and about the middle of February Mr. Sorenson was taken to a private sanitarium for the insane. He was there but three days when he took his own life by hanging himself to the bed. He had received a visit from an attendant and as soon as he was left by himself he ended his life. His death occurred last Thursday and the funeral was held Saturday.

[Submitted to MNGenWeb by K. Pike, 5/2009]
Transcribed by Barb Nagy, 4/2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

John Joseph Dieser, 96, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, April 21, 2011, at Sacred Heart Care Center where he was a resident.

John was born on February 13, 1915, in Topeka, Kansas, to John F. and Barbara (Kippes) Dieser. He was united in marriage to Mary Agnes Reier. She preceded him in death on Feb. 11, 1995. John was a retired employee of Hormel Foods, having worked there 48 years. He was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus and the Eagles.

Survivors include six sons, John Dieser of Pine Grove, Calif., Paul Dieser of Edina, Richard Dieser of Umeau, Sweden, Robert Dieser of Apache Junction, Ariz., William Dieser of Hillsboro, Mo., James Dieser of Meadow Vista, Calif; 15 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Adam Dieser, Joseph Dieser, Peter Dieser; two sisters, Elizabeth Kern, Madelyn Filer.

In addition to his wife, he is preceded in death by, Henry Dieser, Katherine Reier, George Dieser, Ann Simon, Barbara Dieser, Mary Radloff, Albert Dieser.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Monday, May 2, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 5:30 p.m. Eagles ritual and a 6 p.m. wake service on Sunday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The casket bearers will be James Dieser, William Dieser, Richard Dieser, Paul Dieser, John Dieser, Daniel Dieser.

Memorials are preferred to Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, April 29, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

- 1905 -

OBITUARY

Wiley St. John.

The death of Wiley St. John of Heron Lake which was announced in the telegraphic news in the Herald Monday, refers to an old Mower County boy who formerly lived near Lyle.

He was born near that village 47 years ago and his death which occurred at Heron Lake was caused by heart trouble. He had gone out hunting on the lake in a boat and not coming home, search was made and he was found dead in the bottom of his boat.

He was, at the time of his death, president of the State Bank of Heron Lake and a prominent stockholder in the St. John Grain Company. He was a thirty-second degree Mason. He leaves a widow and three daughters, all of whom live in Heron Lake. Funeral services were held there Monday.

[Austin Daily Herald, Wednesday, October 25, 1905]

[Submitted to MNGenWeb by K. Pike, 5/2009]
Transcribed by Barb Nagy, 4/2011

---

NOTES:
A Google search found:

Wiley P. St. John (1858- d)

Birthdate: November 7, 1858

Marriage of Wiley St. John to Minnie Hill, Age 25, December 24, 1883.

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

-- MAY 1905 --

Harry Twedell

OBITUARY

Baby Dies

Little Harry Edward, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Twedell, died Friday evening, May 15, about midnight. The little one had he lived until the sixth of next month would have been a year old.

The child was well and strong until about four weeks ago when he became ill with the measles. Following the measles abscess and probably blood poisoning set in, causing his death.

He was a bright, happy child, the life and joy of the home he brightened. Much sympathy goes out to those who have lost their little household treasure. Tender and most devoted care did not avail to save him.

[Submitted to MNGenWeb by K. Pike, 5/2009]
Transcribed by Barb Nagy, 4/2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

-- 1905 --

OBITUARY

Prosper Tychek.

Prosper Tychek, well known to many in our city, was found dead in his bed Wednesday morning at the home of his son James, near Hayward. The old gentleman who was 84 years of age had retired in his usual health the night before. Not rising at his usual time the following morning, the son went to his room and found him dead.

He was born in Bohemia but for many, many years has made his home in this section of the country. He leaves a wife and five children, three sons and two daughters.

The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 1[?] o’clock from the home near Hayward.

[Submitted to MNGenWeb by K. Pike, 5/2009]
Transcribed by Barb Nagy, 4/2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Dr. Kay Francis Reinartz died April 16, 2011, in Seattle, Washington, after a courageous battle with a malignant brain tumor.

Kay is the youngest daughter of five born to Martin and Alice Hansen Reinartz on January 30, 1939, in Rose Creek. She was a graduate of Rose Creek High School and furthered her education with a Master’s degree in American studies at the University of Minnesota and a PhD in American studies at the University of New Mexico. She taught at several universities. She and her husband, Richard, settled in Seattle where she wrote five books on community and regional history. Kay was very active in 4-H and school activities during her school years. Kay, with Richard, loved to travel seeing many parts of the world, spelunking, hiking and mountain climbing, and more recently, ballroom dancing.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Firth of Seattle; sisters, Ramona de Silvia of Fresno, Calif., and Dolores Frank (Delos) of Lyle; many nieces; nephews; great-nieces and great-nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Betty Jensen and Lavonne Reinartz. Memorial services are at a later date.

AUSTIN DAILY HERALD, THUR., APRIL 28, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Memorial service for Harvey D. Funke will be held at 1 p.m. Friday April 29, 2011, at the LeRoy Lutheran Church with Rev Rolf Wangberg officiating. Burial will take place in the LeRoy Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from noon until the time of the service.

Mr. Funke, 68, of LeRoy, died Tuesday, April 26, at St Marys Hospital in Rochester.

He was born on May 23, 1942, in LeRoy Township, Mower County, Minnesota, to Clarence and Vera (Goldsmith) Funke. He attended school through the eighth-grade and helped on the farm while his parents were living. Harvey worked as a handyman and did many odd jobs for the residents of LeRoy. He enjoyed coffee and visiting with his friends at the local cafés. Harvey was also an avid Vikings fan and enjoyed watching most sporting activities. The family truly appreciates and would like to thank the residents of LeRoy for how they treated Harvey throughout the years.

Harvey is survived by two brothers, Francis (Lou) Funke of Bancroft, Iowa, and Carroll (Ellen) Funke of North Dakota; two sisters, Maxine (Donald) Leff of Lime Springs, Iowa, and Marketta Souhrada of Riceville, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, David, Jim Clarence, Merrill and Paul; and two sisters, Mary and Inez. Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

AUSTIN DAILY HERALD, THUR., APRIL 28, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Helen A. Will, 82, of Dana Point, California, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away April 25, 2011.

Helen, the daughter of John and Mabel Nyenhuis, grew up in rural Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1946. In 1953 she married Roger C. Will, and they have made their home in California since.

Survivors include her husband, Roger; daughter, Judy (David) Trombley, Brent and Brianna of California; son, David (Lisa) Will, Jesse and Lindsay of Springdale, Arkansas; sister, Darlene Aakre of Austin; sister-in-law, Georgia Nyenhuis of Albert Lea; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister and brother-in-law, Mavis and Daryl Behn; brother, Henry Nyenhuis; brother-in-law, Donald Aakre. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Blessed be her memory.

Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, April 29, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Austin Tot Dies
In Fire Set By
Christmas Tree

AUSTIN, MINNESOTA -- A fire which started in a Christmas tree took the life of a two-year-old girl here today.

The fire badly damaged the home of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Burton. Mrs. Burton managed to save two other children, 4 and 18 months, but intense heat prevented rescue of Cheryl, 2.

Cheryl's body was found by firemen, huddled under the covers on a bed. Dr. George Stahl, the coroner, said she died from suffocation and burns.

Fire Chief John Tobar said the fire started in a Christmas tree atop a television set in the living room and spread to other rooms along the wallpaper. Heat from the blaze melted the picture tube in the television set and glass in the living room windows.

The fire broke out about 9:45 a. m. Burton, 26, who works in a filling station across the street tried to crawl in to hunt for the missing child but was driven back by smoke and heat. Both he and his wife were in a state of shock.

Mrs. Burton, who carried her other two children out and screamed for help, said, "It was all I could do to get the others out. I don't know where Cheryl was."

[Fergus Falls Daily Journal, Monday, December 21, 1959]

---

NOTES: K. Pike, on findagrave.com, has her as Cheryl Renee Burton, buried at Grandview Cemetery, south of Austin, and provides the dates of birth as Aug. 3, 1957, and deathas Dec. 21, 1959.

Tombstone photo c/o K. Pike.

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Betty Ann Virnig, 76, died at her home in Hayfield, on April 27, 2011.

Betty was born on April 22, 1935, the daughter of Anton and Ruth Josephine (Carlson) Bos in Austin. She attended and graduated from Austin High School in 1952. Betty attended two years of Junior College in Austin and two years at Winona Teachers College in Winona, Minnesota. Betty was second highest grade average student at college and her roommate was first. Betty taught school for about 20 years in various schools. She was united in marriage to Adrian Virnig Jr. in June 1975, and they were later divorced.

Betty enjoyed her family, nieces and nephew, and was very proud of her only grandchild, Marie Elizabeth Martin. Other enjoyments were sewing and gardening and children.

Betty is survived by her son, Adrian Ka’Jon Virnig III of Hayfield; daughter, Leslie Louise (Jeff) Martin of Mason City, Iowa; granddaughter, Marie Elizabeth Martin; and one sister, Sandra Ruth (Richard) Tomlinson, Warrensburg, Mo. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Rosie.

A private family memorial service for Betty will be held at a later date.

Austin Daily Herald online, Sat., April 30, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Herbert Marshall Ferris, age 93, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday morning, April 28, 2011, at Pathstone Living in Mankato, Minnesota.

Herbert was born on January 29, 1918, to Leslie and Myrtle (Kumlin) Ferris in Austin where he grew up and graduated from high school. Herb began his career as an electronics technician in 1934 at the age of 16. In 1936 he was co-owner of Hanna and Ferris Radio Company.

He married Melba Klappal on Sept. 18, 1940, at the YWCA in Austin. Herb and Melba owned and operated Ferris TV and Stereo for many years, retiring in 1991.

A member of ARRL, Herb enjoyed ham radio communications and received several awards for his search and rescue work during aircraft tragedies utilizing his ham radio communication skills. He was an accomplished photographer, avid Canadian fisherman and skilled pilot. Herb was also recognized in 1949 for the development of a pre-amplifier that brought television programs from the KSTP-TV tower in the Twin Cities down to southern Minnesota. Although a busy businessman he found time to volunteer at St Mark’s Nursing Home for over 40 years.

After moving to Mankato in February, Herb continued to make an effort to visit with others and formed many friends during his short stay at Pathstone Living.

Survivors include a son: Marshall (Margaret) Ferris, Austin; daughter: Rosemary (Gene) Brunmeier, Mankato; seven grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren, many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Melba in August, 2007.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, May 3, 2011, at Worlein Funeral Home Chapel of Austin with Pastor Myrwood Bagne officiating. Visitation is one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Greenwood Cemetery in Brownsdale. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com

Austin Daily Herald online, Sat., April 30, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Jeanette "Becky" Christina Beckwith, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at Our House Memory Care in Austin.

She was born June 22, 1917, in Weyburn, Saskatchewan, Canada, the daughter of Harry Garfield and Mabel Lena (Nelson) Beckwith. Becky came to the United States at 19 months of age to live with the Dutcher family because of the death of her mother. Becky worked at Montgomery Wards, Kretskys, Hormel and Wallace's. She also spent time doing house work. Her hobbies included canning and sewing. She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church. One of her greatest loves was her “Teen Board” while working at Wallace’s and she also had a talent for window designing.

Becky was full of life and loved people and pets. She was always there to lend a hand or listening ear.

Becky is survived by nieces; nephews; the Dutcher family and special friends Gayler and Ethel Jensen, Gwen and Greg Jorgenson and their children, Jill and Kyrie, Murray and Mim Jensen and their children, Carter and Lyndon.

She was preceded by her parents, Harry and Mabel Beckwith; brothers, Henry and Charlie Beckwith.

Austin Daily Herald online, Sat., April 30, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Louise M. Wolf, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Friday, May 6, 2011, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

She was born June 3, 1923, in Stacyville, Iowa, to Thomas A. and Margaret (Weber) Theobald. Louise graduated from Stacyville High School and on June 21, 1945, married Raymond P. Wolf.

The couple moved from Stacyville to Austin in 1947 when Raymond became employed at Hormel Foods. They both enjoyed country living on an 80-acre farm starting in 1951. The coffee pot was always on for friends. Louise enjoyed gardening, raising flowers, hiking in the Arizona mountains during winter vacations, golfing and closely following the Minnesota Twins.

Louise was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church, active in Queen of Angels Rosary Society and a resident of Sacred Heart Care Center.

Survivors include her husband, Raymond of Austin; four children, Carol Jean Wolf of Pembrooke, Maine, Jeffry (Deborah) Wolf of Saukville, Wis., Mary Wolf (Patrick Kelly) of Costa Mesa, Calif. and Ann Marie Wolf (Jack Perchorowicz) of Tuscon, Ariz.

She was preceded in death by ten brothers and sisters.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Sacred Heart Care Center with Father Donald Zenk officiating. Her family will greet friends one hour before the service at Sacred Heart Care Center. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

[Austin Daily Herald, Monday, May 9, 2011]

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

CALVIN REED

LE ROY, MINNESOTA — Services for Calvin Reed, 102, who died Thursday at the Spring Valley Community Hospital, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Martz-Hutchins Funeral Home; burial in Taopi Cemetery in Taopi, Minnesota.

Survivors include three daughters: Mrs. Lorraine Reed and Mrs. Harold Paschen both of Spring Valley, Minnesota, and Miss Margaret Reed of California; four sons: Calvin Jr. and Arnold, both of Chicago, Clifford and Barney, both of Spring Valley; two step sons, Harold Phillips of Albert Lea, Minnesota, and Russell Reed of Reno, Nevada; two step daughters, Mrs. Calvin Wells of Orchard, and Mrs. Arthur Tyler of Davenport; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Harriet Wuertz of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Mrs. Thompson of Jamestown, North Dakota.

[Waterloo Courier, Friday, November 13, 1970]

---

MINNESOTA DEATH RECORDS --

REED, CALVIN HENRY
Date of Birth: 25 Jan 1868
Place of Birth: MINNESOTA
Mother's Maiden Name: PURDY
certid# 1970-MN-028387
Date of Death: 12 Nov 1970
County of Death: FILLMORE

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Margaret Louise Hodge, 81, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on April 30, 2011, after a lengthy and courageous battle with multiple myeloma.

She was born April 1, 1930, in Stewartville, Minnesota, to Walter and Leona (Roberts) Engle. On November 6, 1947, Margaret married Donald Hodge in Stewartville. She was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church of Austin and volunteered with the Ladies Circle at church. Margaret was also a member of the Sunshine Club. She enjoyed dancing, playing cards at many places including the Moose Lodge of Austin, cooking, word search puzzles, bird watching, tending to her garden and traveling. Above all, Margaret loved spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Donald C. Hodge; children, David (Valerie) Hodge of Oxford, Ohio, Kathleen (Ken) Kelly of Lincoln, Nebraska, James (Patricia) Hodge of LaMesa, Calif., Linda (Kent) Dudek of Chatfield, Minn., Joyce (Mike) Deyo of Apple Valley, Minn., Susan (Ron Mecklenburg) of Austin; siblings, Pauline (Joe) Csercsevits of Morganton, N.C., Marcella (John) Polkowske of Fairfax, Minn., Paul (Diane) Engle of Naples, Fla., Janice (Dean) Wellick of Stewartville; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, plus one on the way and a host of other family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Leona Engle.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, at Westminster Presbyterian Church of Austin 802 4th St. SW, Austin, MN 55912. Visitation will be held 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, at Mayer Funeral Home 600 2nd St. NW, Austin and one hour prior to the service at church. Rev. Dr. Andrew Lindahl will be officiating with interment at Fairview Cemetery, Hayfield, Minn. Arrangements entrusted to Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes’, Rochester. Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Homes, 5421 Royal Place NW, Rochester, MN. (507) 289-3600 www.ranfranzandvinefh.com.

Austin Daily Herald online, May 2, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Val J. Schneider, 85, of Adams, Minnesota, died on Sunday, May 1, 2011, at the Adams Health Care Center.

Val was born on September 18, 1925, in Adams, to Matt and Rose (Reicherts) Schneider. He served in World War II, in the Army, from 1944 to 1946. He married Ella Vogel on December 28, 1946, at St Finbarr’s Church in Grand Meadow, Minnesota. They farmed south of Adams for 30 years. In 1976, they moved to Adams. Later in 2005, they moved to the Cedar Court Apartments west of Adams. Val was a member of the Adams American Legion Post 146 and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

He is survived by his wife, Ella Schneider of Adams; son, Melvin (Maggie) Schneider of Elgin, Minn.; daughters, Diane Schneider of Rochester, Eileen Schneider of Rochester; grandchildren, Mike, Mi Chelle (Shawn), Matt (Nina), Mark (Heidi), Merrideth, Sarah (Roger); great-grandchildren, Ella, Noah, Ty, Eli, Tessa, Philip, Erik, Cassandra, James, and Josie; sister, Margaret Babb; sister-in-law, Carol Vogel; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Pete, Lee, and Bernard and sisters, Agnes Tollefson, and Helen Rusnak.

A funeral mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 4, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Thomas Loomis officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday at the Adams Funeral Home from 4 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday at the church for one hour before the service. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery. Casket bearers will be Don Merton, Jerome Kirtz, Danny Kasel, Mike Schneider, Freddie Koenigs, and Al Fasbender.

Austin Daily Herald online, May 2, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Lyle Frank Sellers, Sr., age 85, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, April 30, 2011, at Austin Medical Center.

He was born on November 9, 1925, to Frank and Myrtle Sellers in Galt, Iowa, where he grew up. The family moved to Minnesota, making their home in Austin where Lyle graduated from Austin High School in 1944. After high school he worked at Hormel Foods before he enlisted in the Marine Corps. He served with the Marines in Guam and in the Battle at Iwo Jima where he received a Purple Heart. Upon his honorable discharge from the Marine’s, Lyle returned to Austin and resumed working at Hormel Foods. He retired after more than 30 years and was an independent truck driver for 15 years. On May 19, 1948, he married Iva Del Riemann. The couple raised four beautiful children. After Iva Del’s death, Lyle married Ethel Mae Quast on September 14, 1994 in Austin. A member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, the American Legion, VFW and Cedar River Country Club, he was in the Austin Bowling Hall of Fame.

Survivors include his wife Ethel Mae Sellers of Austin; two daughters, Judy (Sam) Skogeboe of Austin and Renee (Edwin) Wiegert of Osakis; two sons, David Sellers of Austin and Lyle (Sierra) Sellers Jr. of West Concord; step children, Bill Nicol, Lisa Widmayer, Chuck and Jean Nicol Jahren; 12 grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Merlyn (Dolores) Sellers of Austin, Raymond (Karen) Sellers of Austin, Duane (Beverly) Sellers of Roanoke, Virginia and sister, Elsie Keyser of Inver Grove Heights; a host of relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Iva Del and a sister, Clarissa More.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 6, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Visitation is from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be in Rose Creek Enterprise Cemetery, rural Austin with military rites by the United States Marine Corps. The family prefers memorials to donor’s choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald online, Tuesday, May 3, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Shirley Marilyn Skinner, 84, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2011, at Samartian Bethany Heights in Rochester.

Shirley was born on July 28, 1926, in Austin to Harold and Mary Ellen Harlan. She attended school in Austin, graduating from St. Augustine High School with the class of 1944. Shirley was employed at Hormel after high school. On June 28, 1947 she joined William “Bill” Skinner in marriage. Together they raised six children, Beth, Mark, Matt, Mary Ellen, Sarah and Nora.

Before retiring, Shirley worked as a teacher’s aide and was successful as a real estate agent. She loved a good book, and enjoyed Bridge, crossword puzzles and any exercise to keep her mind sharp. Shirley was known for her antiquing and bargain hunting skills. She expressed genuine interest in everyone she met and never lost her positive outlook toward life. Her dedication to family and lifelong friendships is to be admired.

Survivors include her six children, Beth Bodensteiner (David Nelson), Austin, Mark Skinner, Shakopee, Matt Skinner (Susan), Rochester, Mary Ellen Grega (John), Black Hawk, SD, Sarah Carlson (Scott), Maple Grove, Nora Jude (Tom), Grove City, OH; ten grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill on June 9, 2010; parents; brothers, Richard and Nate.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. There will be a 4 pm CCW rosary on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

The family wishes to express our sincere appreciation to the staff of Samaritan Bethany Heights for the respect and care given to Shirley. Also many thanks to Bonnie at Samaritan for the friendship she extended to Shirley and our family.

Memorials may be made to the Communications Center through the State Services for the Blind or Samaritan Bethany Heights.

Austin Daily Herald online, May 4, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Kermit “Corky” Mattson, 87, of Atlanta, Georgia, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on April 24, 2011.

Kermit was born on November 25, 1923, to Roy Mattson and Gertrude Johnson. He graduated from Austin High School and served in the Navy in World War II. He became an electrician at Hormel Foods and was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Austin. On June 1, 1957, he married Marilyn Rugg. Kermit enjoyed working for Habitat for Humanity, hunting, fishing, traveling and golf.

Kermit is survived by his son, David Mattson of Maple Grove, Minn.; daughter, Sara Robinson of Duluth, Georgia; sister, Jeanette (John) Buchanan of Springdale, Arkansas; brother, Stewart (Shirley) Mattson of Cannon Falls, Minnesota; four grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn in 2003; brothers, Laverne and Loren Mattson.

A memorial service will be held this summer in Austin, Minn. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Southcare Alpharetta of Georgia is in charge of funeral arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald online, May 4, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Viola Mildred Leslie, 99, of LeRoy, died, April 30, 2011, at the Adams Health Care Center.

Viola was born on December 19, 1911, in Howard County, Iowa, to John and Olga (Prochaska) Souhrada. She attended Beaver Township, Minnesota, District 106 elementary school and Chester, Iowa High School. Following graduation in 1928, she matriculated at the Chatfield, Minnesota, Normal Teachers School, after which she taught at the rural elementary school she had previously attended.

On June 14, 1933, Viola married Carl Leslie at the Methodist Church in Chester. She left teaching to become a full-time farm wife, homemaker, and mother when son Loren was born. However her interest in learning and education continued through her volunteer activities as a Sunday School teacher, 4-H club leader, and home extension service coordinator.

After her second son, Richard, left for college, Viola returned to her teaching profession becoming recertified as an elementary school teacher. Once again she taught at the nearby country school until it became a part of the consolidated LeRoy-Ostrander school system. As a result, Viola frequently served as a substitute teacher in the LeRoy-Ostrander elementary school and provided tutorial lessons in mathematics and reading for students needing more individual attention. Following the death of Carl on June 8, 1979, Viola continued to operate the farm but in 1984 moved to Lime Springs, Iowa, for 19 years until physical limitations necessitated her residence at an assisted living facility at Wildwood Grove in LeRoy.

Viola’s life was one of love — love of God, love of family and love of teaching. Her devout Christian faith and pursuit of knowledge influenced everyone who knew her whether in classroom, Bible Study groups or discussion forums. People enjoyed her stories, and she was the star of the Good Old Days programs at the nursing home.

Viola is survived by her sons, Dr. Loren (Arlene) Leslie of Lutsen, Minnesota, and Richard (Arleen) Leslie of Marysville, Ohio; three grandchildren, Jennifer Leslie-Bukowski (Frank) of Chicago, Magnus (Amy) Leslie of Minneapolis, and Barton Leslie of Seattle, Wash.; sister-in-law Ardis Souhrada of Lanesboro, Minn.

She was preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers, John, Emil and Richard; sister, Helen. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 5, at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy with a celebration of life at 11 a.m. Friday, May 6, at Chester United Methodist Church. Rev. Candraeah Carey officiating. Burial will be at the Chester Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Chester United Methodist Church or a charitable organization of the donor’s choice.

Austin Daily Herald online, May 4, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Donald Albert Majerus, devoted husband, loving father, and loyal friend left his earthly existence for his new home in heaven surrounded by the love of his family.

Don, 82, of Austin, died Monday, May 2, 2011, at St. Marks Nursing Home.

Don was born June 27, 1928, in Stewartville to John and Mary (Strejn) Majerus. He grew up in Stewartville, but moved to Austin his senior year in high school. He was a proud member of the Austin High School class of 1946. On September 5, 1953, Don married Eileen Frandle and was drafted into the Army a year later. He served his country for two years, then settled down with his wife in Austin.

In the early 1960s Don started his own business, Don’s Shell Service. Today we’d call it a gas station, but back then it was truly a “service” station. Don pumped gas, changed oil and repaired cars. In 1965, Joe Wagner hired Don to join him at Joseph Construction, where, over the years, Don was draftsman/building designer, construction project manager and vice president. He retired in 1993.

Don loved Austin and gave back to the community in various ways, including serving on the Austin City Planning commission for several years. He was an active member of Queen of Angels parish, where he was lector, parish council member and trustee. As a longstanding member of the Sertoma Club, Don was known for everything from his leadership of the annual flight breakfast to his starring role as Santa at the annual Christmas party for special needs children. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, American Legion and Moose.

For the past five years, Don resided at St. Marks nursing home, where he was known for his sense of humor and his philosophical quotations. He enjoyed witty banter, crossword puzzles, singing, music and reading. Prior to moving to St. Marks, Don especially enjoyed traveling with his wife, Eileen, whether it was a short drive in the country or a trip to another state or overseas to visit their children.

Survivors include his children, John Majerus of Rochester, Margaret (Todd) Nelson of Kasson, Bill Majerus of Lyle, Teresa (Gene) Lim of Chicago, Joe (Janis) of Shakopee, Elizabeth (Richard) Miller of Dallas, Texas and Mike (Michelle) Rogers, Minn.; fourteen grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Don believed you should do your best, work hard, keep your promises, and most of all, keep a sense of humor through all of life’s challenges.

In recent weeks, Don’s physical condition prevented him from leaving his bed at St. Marks, but it didn’t prevent him from continuing to dispense his humor and wisdom, and share his faith. His window overlooking the courtyard garden was his inspiration, and as this year’s snow melted away, Don spoke of the awe he felt at the promise of spring.

Now Don walks where spring is eternal, and you can be certain he’s got his dancing shoes on.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, May 6, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper and Father Paul Nelson officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Military rites will be by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. Memorials are preferred to Pacelli High School, Queen of Angels Catholic Church, or St. Marks Lutheran Home.

Austin Daily Herald, Thu., May 5, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Gloria J. Oleson, 65, of Port Charlotte, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on May 2, 2011.

She was born on March 4, 1946, in Minneapolis, to Harm and Bertha (Akkerman) Huisinga. Gloria worked as a certified nursing assistant and spent most of her life taking care of her family, friends and proud grandmother. She was a former member of Faith Evangelical Free Church, Austin. Gloria enjoyed working in her garden and golfing with her husband.

She will be greatly missed by her husband of 45 years, Emory; sons, Jay Oleson and daughter-in-law, Tammy and Justin Oleson; brother, Marlin Huisinga; grandchildren, Cody, Austin, Hunter, Maverick, Wyatt, Timothy, Shana and James; great-grandson, Mason and special friends “sisters”, Sandy, LuAnn and Trissy.

A memorial service will be 3 p.m. Friday, May 6, at Larry Taylor Funeral and Cremation Services. Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, 992 Tamiami Trail, Unit C-2, Port Charlotte, FL 33953. To express condolences to the family, please visit www.Ltaylorfuneral.com and sign the online guest book. Arrangements are by Larry Taylor Funeral and Cremation Services.

Austin Daily Herald, Thu., May 5, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Paul J. Marmesh, M.D., entered into rest Tuesday, December 21, 2010, at the age of 89.

He was born in Austin, Minnesota on May 10, 1921. He attended the University of Minnesota as an undergraduate, and the University of Texas at Galveston Medical School. He Taught at Trinity University for many years. Dr. Marmesh practiced at the Nix Hospital for more than 40 years.

He is survived by his son, Paul A. Marmesh and wife, Carol; daughter, Alexa A. Marmesh and husband, Alex Nicasio. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Bill, Gus, Mike and Alex; sisters, Mary and Antonia.

Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 10, at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. The Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of the arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, May 6, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

CAROL D. RYERSON

AUSTIN, MINNESOTA - Carol D. Ryerson, 58, died Wednesday (Aug. 29, 2001) at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Blytheville, Arizona.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Austin, Minn., with the Rev. Glenn L. Monson officiating. The organist will be Ruth Monson. The soloist will be Kaye Perry. Honorary bearers will be Richard Bird, Lynn Krull, Chris McCaffrey, Jay T. Hickman, Scott Hickman and Joe Neubauer. Casket bearers: Jay R. Hickman, Adam Hickman, Pat Moretz, Allen Haskin, Stuart Jensen and Jonathan Hickman. Interment will be in London Deer Creek Cemetery, rural Austin.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary, 209 Second Ave. N.W., Austin, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church Tuesday.

Carol was born on December 29, 1942, in Clinton, Iowa, to Ferguson and Ruvella (Brunsbold) Hickman. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. She graduated from Northwood High School in 1960.

Carol married Paul Ryerson on May 28, 1961, at Deer Creek Valley Lutheran Church. They had two children together, Sheryl and Gary. They moved to Austin in 1970. Later the couple were divorced. She worked at Sacred Heart Hospice for more than 20 years, and she also worked at the Super 8 and the Countryside Inn motels. Carol was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church. She enjoyed bowling, dancing and playing darts and she especially enjoyed her grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter, Sheryl Battin of Austin, Minn.; her son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Becky Ryerson of Benton, Mo.; grandchildren, Heidi and Allen Haskin of Austin, Minn., Teresa and Stuart Jensen of Clarks Grove, Minn., Cassandra Battin of Austin, Minn., Haley Battin of Austin, Minn.; four great-grandchildren; her mother and stepfather, Ruvella and Harry Barnd, Mason City; brothers and sisters-in-law, Russ and Judy Hickman of Osage, Buck and Becky Hickman of Northwood, Marvin and Nancy Hickman of Forest City, and Harold and Sally Hickman of Littleton, Colo.; and nieces and nephews.

Carol was preceded in death by her father.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary, (507) 433-5727

[Mason City Globe Gazette, Sept. 2, 2001]

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

EDITH MAY STARRY

ADAMS, MINNESOTA - Edith May Starry, 96, formerly of the McIntire and Riceville, Iowa, area, died Saturday (Sept. 1, 2001) at Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minn., where she had resided for about 10 months.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hindt-Hutchins Funeral Home, 615 N. Broadway, LeRoy, Minn., with the Rev. Mike Carry officiating. Burial will be in Wayne Cemetery, McIntire, Iowa.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Hindt-Hutchins Funeral Home, LeRoy, and until the time of the service Tuesday at the funeral home.

Edith was born June 27, 1905, in Crawfordville, Iowa, to William Harvey VanSyoc and Sarah Emma Woodruff. She was baptized in the Riceville Methodist Church and attended Riceville area schools. On Dec. 8, 1923, she was united in marriage to Myron Starry in Yorkville, Ill., and together they farmed and later ran the McIntire Shopping Center through the 1960s.

Edith was a member of the Jolly Dozen, joining in 1929. She was also a member of the Ladies Aid and the McIntire United Methodist Church. She loved to cook and enjoyed writing letters, working on scrapbooks and quilting.

She is survived by by daughters, Maxine (Mrs. Floyd) DeVries of Austin, Bernice (Mrs. Clyde) Walker of Charles City and Mary (Mrs. Roger) Hultman of Austin; sons, Robert Starry and his wife, Marlys, of McIntire, Dennis Starry and his wife, Theresa, of Austin and Donald Starry and his wife, Beverlee, of Austin; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and several step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Edith was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son; three brothers, Sam, John and Orville; and one sister, Marie.

Hindt-Hutchins Funeral Home, (507) 324-5160

[Mason City Globe Gazette, Sept. 3, 2001]

---

Edith May (VanSyoc) Starry 1905-2001

Edith May Starry, age 96, formerly of the McIntire and Riceville, Iowa area, died Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001, at the Adams Heath Care Center where she had resided for about 10 months.

She was born June 27, 1905, in Crawfordville, Iowa, to William Harvey VanSyoc and Sarah Emma Woodruff. She was baptized in the Riceville Methodist Church and attended Riceville area schools.

On Dec. 8, 1923, she married Myron Starry in Yorkville, Illinois. Together they farmed and later ran the McIntire Shopping Center through the 1960s. She was a member of the Jolly Dozen, joining in 1929. She was also a member of the Ladies Aid and the McIntire United Methodist Church. She loved to cook, enjoyed writing letters, working on scrapbooks and quilting.

She is survived by daughters, Maxine (Mrs. Floyd) DeVries, Austin; Bernice (Mrs. Clyde) Walker, Charles City, Iowa; Mary (Mrs. Roger) Hultman, Austin; sons, Robert and wife Marlys Starry, McIntire, Iowa; Dennis and wife Theresa Starry, Austin; Donald and wife Beverlee Starry, Austin; 14 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren and several step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; one son; three brothers, Sam, John and Orville; and one sister, Marie.

Service: 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2001, at the Hindt-Hutchins Funeral Home in LeRoy with the Rev. Mike Carey officiating.

Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday at the Hindt-Hutchins Funeral Home in LeRoy and until the time of the service on Tuesday.

Interment: Wayne Cemetery in McIntire.

Austin Daily Herald - circa Sept. 5, 2001

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Elinor Irene Lee, 79, of Austin died at her home.

Elinor was born on February 24, 1932, in Walters, Minnesota, to William C. and Lida L. (Pfahning) Davis. On September 23, 1952, she married William C. Lee at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. Elinor was a homemaker and a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. She enjoyed gardening--especially her raspberries, canning her pickles, baking her cookies and crocheting afghans for her grandkids.

Survivors include her children, Kathie (Jim) Stadler, Minneapolis, Lori Koppa (special friend, Scott), Austin, Tazmonn-Steve Lee (Sandra Merrill), Richfield; grandchildren, Benjamin Stadler, Kasie Stadler-Grondin (Kevin), Anna Koppa, Christopher Koppa, Jonathon Koppa; sisters, Evelyn Gurneau, Audrey Johannsen, Sharon Olson; brother, Richard Davis.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill on December 24, 2000; parents; sister, Harriet; brothers, Harlan, Harold, Wayne.

Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. on Tuesday, May 10, 2011, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with The Rev. Dan Kahl officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

The casket bearers will be Benjamin Stadler, Kasie Stadler-Grondin, Kevin Grondin, Anna Koppa, Christopher Koppa, Jonathon Koppa.

Austin Daily Herald, May 7, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

JOPLIN, MISSOURI - Charles H. Martin, Jr., age 74, Joplin, passed away at 7:25 a.m. Saturday (May 7, 2011) at Freeman West Hospital.

Services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at Parker Mortuary Chapel. Charlie King will officiate.

The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. on Monday at Parker Mortuary.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, in care of Parker Mortuary.

Charles was born March 23, 1937, in Rose Creek, Minnesota, to the late Charles H. Martin, Sr., and Mabel Waller Martin. He had lived in Joplin since 1973 moving from Osage, Iowa.

He worked as a machinist for Oliver Corporation in Charles City for several years. He had also operated a Gulf Station in Osage for several years. After moving to Joplin, he worked at Vickers, Inc., as a machinist for several years. He then worked at Missouri Southern State College in the custodial department until his retirement in 1996.

Charles was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.

He married Sandra Skou in 1960 in Lyle, Minn. She survives at the home.

Additional survivors include his children, Dennis Martin, Lincoln, Nebraska, Debbie Lindsey, Joplin, Mo., Douglas Martin, Pittsburg, Kansas, Diane Rainey, Joplin, Mo., Donna Boyd, Joplin, Mo.; one brother, Arthur Martin, Fairmont, Minn.; three sisters, Helen Rahnenfehrer, Anna Mae Aaker and Marilyn Nelson, all of Rochester, Minn.; one sister-in-law, Linda Landherr, Rose Creek, Minn.; 18 grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Parker Mortuary & Crematory, 1502 S. Joplin St., P.O. Box 2305, Joplin, Missouri 64803, 417-623-4321, parker mortuary.com.

[Mason City Globe Gazette, May 8, 2011]

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Memorial services for Merlin Clifford Espe of Albert Lea, will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2011 at the Bonnerup Funeral Service Chapel.

Pastors Richard Bondtrager and Josh Kruger will officiate. Friends may greet the family one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the Oakland-Hillcrest Cemetery, rural Oakland, Minn. Military honors will be accorded by the Albert Lea Area Veterans Groups. Merlin died Saturday evening, May 7, 2011, at St Marys Hospital in Rochester. He was 80 years of age.

Merlin was born March 20, 1931 in Austin, the son of Eric and Olga (Larsen) Espe. He attended country school near Austin. He served his country in the Army during the Korean War. On Feb. 12, 1977, he was united in marriage to Beverly Brown in Byron, Minn. Merlin was a Freeborn County resident for most of his life and had been employed for many years at the Wilson Co. He also worked for the City of Albert Lea at the Civic Theater. Merlin loved carpentry and was self employed for many years. Merlin had a great love for his family and his girls were everything to him. He was always very welcoming and enjoyed being a part of everyone’s family. He loved to spend time with his dogs, Foxy and Buddy.

Merlin is survived by his daughter, Kim Raben of Stewartville, Minn., granddaughter, Amy Toot of Stewartville; brother Marvin (Trena) Espe of Albert Lea; cousin, Mervin Nasby of Mesa, Ariz., and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Beverly in 2009 and sisters, Velma Houchin, Marion McCollough, Helen Dean and Marlys Tostenson. He will be sadly missed by his loving family and many friends.

[Austin Daily Herald, Monday, May 9, 2011]

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Betty L. Evanson, 69, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away May 7, 2011.

Betty was born on June 15, 1941, in Rock County, Minnesota, to Maynard and Vernice (Lorenzen) Roemeling. She graduated from Luverne High School. On May 16, 1964, Betty married Everett A. Evanson at the United Methodist Church in Luverne, Minn.

Betty worked as a Beautician at Mayflower, the Old Colony Home, as a crossing guard, Ankeny’s, and Culver’s. She also volunteered at the Eagles Cancer Telethon and with the Austin Public Library. Betty enjoyed crocheting and going to the casino. She was an avid Minnesota sports fan. Betty especially loved to spend time with family.

Betty is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Everett; sister, Sandra Johnson and nephew, Brett Roemeling.

Betty is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Kris and Paul Olson of Austin; grandchildren, Johnathan Olson and Benjamin Olson; brother and sister-in-law, Elvin and Lorraine Roemeling of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Geraldine and James Christian of Brownsdale; nieces and nephews; special friends, John and Jean Norton of Austin.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with the Reverend Kristi Koppel officiating. Friends may call at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011, and for one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. Burial will be in the Grandview Cemetery.

[Austin Daily Herald, Monday, May 9, 2011]

©2011 MNGenWeb

 

Friday, May 6, 2011, Georgia Ann Schramm, 67, died peacefully at her home overlooking Two Mile Lake in Wascott, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family and the glory of nature.

Georgia was the middle of 11 children born to Arnold and Walburga (Rahe) Hatten of Austin on July 23, 1943. It was from her upbringing on the farm that Georgia learned to appreciate hard work, taking care of what’s yours, the cycle of life, and to take care of nature and it will take care of you. Even though she may have lost her own father and special family members years ago, Georgia’s mother is still active and healthy at 100 years old.

Georgia married Roger Schramm on January 12, 1963, and began a strong and beautiful union of 48 years. Together they shared many adventures: traveling, fishing, camping, remodeling and gaming. Their two biggest adventures and accomplishments together, though, were farming and raising their son and daughter. Georgia worked side by side with Roger on the farm near Waltham, to make it the success it was, which allowed them an early retirement to their home on the lake in northern Wisconsin. It was during this time that Georgia found time to enjoy flower gardening and birding.

Georgia loved her role as mother and grandmother. She was blessed to have been a big part of the four grandchildren’s lives. Her son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Natalie Schramm, of Dubuque, Iowa, are parents to her grandson, Bobby Schramm of Des Moines, Iowa, and Katie Schramm of Dubuque, Iowa. Her daughter, Cindy Hanson, is parent to her grandsons Barrett and Carter Hanson of Holmen, Wis. Her children and grandchildren will proudly continue to continue many of Georgia’s traditions and values.

Per Georgia’s wishes, her body has been cremated, and a private celebration of her life will be held this summer at her home on the lake. The family requests that in honor of the unpretentious way Georgia lead her life that no memorials are sent to the family. Instead, please honor nature with a new planting or bird feeding station, an act of kindness to someone in need or a donation to a cause of your choice.

Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 10, 2011

©2011 MNGenWeb