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Julie S. Kent, age 55, went to Heaven peacefully, surrounded by family on October 3, 2010.

Julie is survived by her husband of 27 years, Larry and her loving son, Alex. Julie also leaves behind her mother, Arleen Schnorenberg of Rose Creek; her brother, Richard Schnorenberg of Lawler, Iowa; her sister, Linda O’Gorman of Hastings and sister-n-law, Laura Clouton of Santa Rosa, CA, who was also a a sister in Julie’s heart. Larry’s large family continues to be an anchor of love and support.

Julie was a Mayo clinic-trained, registered nurse for over 35 years. She set the bar at what true bedside nursing should be. Julie worked 15 years at Mercy General Hospital’s CCC/Rehab. It was her pride and her true friends and co-workers were her joy. Julie could always find time for camping, boating, cruising and traveling to any small town with two or more antique stores. The family would like to thank C Paul Spears, M.D. and his staff at Sierra Hematology for their expertise and loving care. Larry and Alex take great comfort from the love, encouragement and friendship Julie was given by their new family, The Friday Morning Chemo Club. The fight bravely goes on. Arrangements entrusted to Neptune Society of Northern California.

Austin Daily Herald, Thursday, October 14, 2010

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Julie (Schnorenberg) Kent, 55, went to Heaven peacefully on October 3, 2010 surrounded by family at Mercy General Hospital, Sacramento, California.

Julie was born May 4, 1955 in Rose Creek, Minnesota. She attended School at St. Peter’s Catholic Elementary school for six years before transferring to Rose Creek Public where she graduated in May 1973. Julie attended Rochester Community College graduating with a degree in nursing in 1976; she was a Mayo Clinic trained nurse for over 35 years. Julie set the bar for true bedside care as a nurse working at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester; Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Minneapolis and 15 years at Mercy General CCC/Rehab., Sacramento, Calif. Her work was her pride, and her co-workers, her pride and joy.

Because she was tired of the snow, ice and cold, she moved to San Diego, Calif., working for Scripts Hospital and Sutter Hospital in Sacramento.

Julie married Larry Kent on June 25, 1983 in San Diego. Their son Alexander was born February 25, 1986. Julie could always find time for camping, boating and traveling to any town with antique stores to explore.

Julie is survived by her husband, Larry, of 27 years; her loving son, Alex (24); her mother, Arleen Schnorenberg, Rose Creek; her brother, Richard (Helen Ballentine) Schnorenberg, Lawler Iowa; sister, Linda (Tim) O’Gorman, Hastings; sister-in-law, Laura Clopton, Santa Rosa, Calif., who was also a sister in Julie’s heart; niece, Lori (Randy) Shatek; four great-nephews; nephew, Jake (Fannie) O‘Gorman and great-niece, Ellie, Dallas, Texas.

Julie was preceded in death by her father, Melvin; nephew, Michael Schnorenberg; grandparents; mother-in-law, Lydia Kent and many cousins.

The family would like to thank C. Paul Spears, M.D. and his staff at Sierra Hematology for their expertise and loving care. Larry and Alex take great comfort from the love, encouragement and friendship Julie was given by their new family, The Friday Morning Chemo Class. The fight bravely goes on in the fight against Cancer.

A memorial will be held November 6, 2010 in Rancho Cordova, Calif., with arrangements entrusted to Neptune Society of Northern California.

A Memorial will be celebrated in Rose Creek at a later date.

[Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 2, 2010]

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Scott Jeffrey Phelps, 49, of Stewartville, Minnesota, died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, October 26, 2010.

He was born June 28, 1961 at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin to Dale R. and Mary (Ryther) Phelps. After his graduation from Waseca High School in 1979, he went into the Army. A proud member of the US Army, he met and married his special friend, Chong Suk, in 1984 while serving in Korea. They were divorced in 1990.

Scott was particularly proud of the military medals he earned over the course of his deployment. He was also stationed in Fort Hood, Texas. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he resided mainly in the Rochester and Austin areas. Scotty was a big, warm-hearted man who loved motorcycles, children and animals, especially eagles. He was a very caring and compassionate soul who would do anything for anyone in need. Scotty looked the part of the big and burly biker; yet he had the heart of a teddy bear. A member of Prairie Wind Church and Ministries, he will be sorely missed by all those whose lives he touched.

He is survived by his parents, Mary Guse and Dale Phelps; siblings: Leslie (Marty) Smith; Jodi (Robert) Huss; Daniel Guse; “special” aunt and uncle Roger and Peggy (Ryther) Kraft; William and Bonnie Ryther; other aunts and uncles, Lyle and Ilene Phelps, Lois Jamie and Genelle Reck; nephews, one niece and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Stafford and Marion Phelps and maternal grandparents, Arthur and Lois Ryther.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, November 1, 2010 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin with Pastor Mark Larsen officiating. Friends may greet the family one hour prior to the service. Memorials are preferred to Salvation Army, Humane Society or charity of donors’ choice.

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

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Oct. 29, 2010

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OSAGE, IOWA - Paul F. Kasel, 66, died Friday, April 9, 1999, at Mitchell County Regional Health Center in Osage following a long illness.

Paul was born August 25, 1932, at Adams, Minn., the son of Paul P. and Anna (Bodensteiner) Kasel. He married Darlene Salisbury on June 27, 1962, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin, Minn.

He worked for the Oliver Corporation and White Farm in Charles City for 23 years. Paul was a member of Sacred Heart Church, the Knights of Columbus and V.F.W., all in Osage. His hobbies were collecting toy tractors and playing with his two grandchildren. Paul was a heart transplant recipient in 1987, the 14th at University Hospitals in Iowa City.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 12, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Osage, with the Rev. Philip Recker officiating. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery with military rites at the grave by members of Osage V.F.W. Post No. 7920.

Visitation will begin at 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Champion Funeral Home, Osage, with a rosary at 3 p.m. and a wake service at 7 p.m., followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary at 8 p.m.

Paul is survived by his wife, Darlene, of Osage; two daughters, Linda Kasel of Osage and Margaret Dunn and her husband, Roger, of Alta Vista; a son, Robert Kasel of Osage; two grandchildren, Joshua and Sara Dunn of Alta Vista; a special friend, Mary Ann Denekas; five brothers, John Kasel and his wife, Vera, of Osage, William Kasel and his wife, Harriet, of Mason City, Eugene Kasel and his wife, Maryls, of Roscoe, Illinois, Daniel Kasel and wife, Barbara, of Taopi, Minn., and Theodore Kasel of Ames; four sisters, Mary Brumm and her husband, John, of Mason City, Joann Krause and her husband, Richard, of Pine Island, Minn., Barbara Kitt and her husband, Dennis, of Denison, and Carol Kasel of Minneapolis, Minn.; and also nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one nephew.

Globe Gazette, April 10, 1999

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Funeral Notice:

Robert D. Hartnell, age 83, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Service: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating.

Visitation: There will be a 6:30 pm wake service on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-7 pm and also one hour before the service at the church on Saturday.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald online, Wed., Oct. 27, 2010

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Robert D. Hartnell, 83, of Austin, died Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Robert was born March 17, 1927 in Stacyville, Iowa to Fred and Bertha (Mauer) Hartnell. He graduated from Visitation High School. On June 17, 1950 he was united in marriage to Arlene Simon in Stacyville. Robert was a Navy veteran and a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church and the American Legion. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting and farming, his lawn, gardening, reading and wintering in Arizona. His greatest accomplishment was being a self-taught commodities broker. Robert’s family time and gatherings were top priority.

He is survived by his wife, Arlene, Austin; children: Shari Bothun (Anthony Panzica), Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; Vicky Braaten (Bob Otterson), Austin; Mary Fitch, Delevan, Wisconsin; Carol (Dan) Fredenberg, Glendale, Arizona; six grandchildren: Aric Bothun, Lexington, Kentucky; Jason Bothun, Edgerton, Wisconsin; Scott Braaten, Austin; Stacy (Braaten) Hastings, San Diego, Calif.; Cassandra Hibbard, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Corey Fredenberg, Fort Collins, Colorado; nine great-grandchildren: Zackary Bothun, Edgerton, Wisconsin; Alana and Colton Braaten, Austin; Allyn, Lyric, Kian and Judah Hastings, San Diego, Calif.; Trey and Beckett Fredenberg, Fort Collins, Colorado; and sister, Beverly (Richard) Ashton, Austin.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Bertha Hartnell; aunts, uncles and cousins.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church with Father Joe Fogal officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service 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 with military rites by American Legion Post #146.

Austin Daily Herald, Thur., Oct. 28, 2010

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MARIUS MATHIESEN FORMER RESIDENT OF MITCHELL, SUCCUMBS

Mitchell, Iowa – Marius Mathiesen, 45, died at St. Olaf hospital at Austin, Minnesota, Monday morning following a several weeks’ illness from jaundice and complications.

He lived in and near Mitchell his entire life until the family moved to Austin, Minnesota, a few years ago.

His widow and two daughters survive, Dorothy and LaVonne. Also surviving are his father, Nels Mathiesen, three brothers and one sister, Pete and Link near Mitchell, Andrew and Emma at home.

The funeral will be held in the Lutheran church at Austin, Minnesota, at 2 o’clock Wednesday afternoon and burial will be made on the family lot in the Osage cemetery.

[Mason City Globe Gazette, Tuesday, October 29, 1940

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Marius Mathiesen was born October 29, 1895 in Mitchell, Mitchell, Iowa according to his World War I draft registration. He was the son of Nels and Katherine Mathiesen.

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Juliet Norma Ault, 94, of LeRoy died Friday Oct. 29, 2010 at the Grand Meadow Health Care Center where she had resided since 2007.

Juliet was born July 19, 1916 in Moscow to Enoch and Anne (Moen) Prestegard. She graduated from LeRoy High School and attended Waldorf College and Upper Iowa University. While teaching in an elementary school in Callender, IA she met Kenneth Ault and they were married on March 16, 1940.

During the early years of their marriage they moved to a farm near Chester, IA to begin farming. Juliet began teaching at Southland Elementary School in Adams. While teaching at Southland Elementary she was awarded Minnesota Teacher of the year before retiring in 1979. She loved her years of teaching and seeing children progress while being educated and going out into the world.

Juliet was a member of LeRoy Lutheran Church where she served on many boards and committees. Juliet had a great love for her church and her family. She cherished and loved the time she spent with her husband (Kenneth) and the rest of her family.

She is survived by her son Roger (Eleanor) Ault of Lake In The Hills, Illinois; grandsons: Mark (Grace) Ault of Galena, Illinois; Jon (Chris) Ault of West Fargo, North Dakota; great-grandchildren: Megan, Nicole, Alison and Erik Ault; sister, Clara Prestegard of Riceville, Iowa and several cousins.

Juliet was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth in January of 2009 and brother and sister-in-law LeMoyne and Iona Ault.

Funeral services for Juliet N. Ault will be held 11a.m. Friday November 5, 2010 at the LeRoy Evangelical Lutheran Church. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service on Friday. Burial will take place in the Ostrander Cemetery.

The family has requested memorials to World Hunger or to the LeRoy Lutheran Church.

Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

[Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 2, 2010]

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Evelyn M. Irvin, 93, of Austin, died Thursday, Oct. 28, 2010 at the Austin Medical Center, in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota.

Evelyn was born on November 16, 1916 in Austin to William and Mary Evelyn Skahan. She graduated from high school and went on to be an English Teacher. Evelyn was united in marriage to Joseph Irvin. He preceded her in death on September 17, 1996.

Evelyn was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church, the Eagles Club and the Moose Club. Evelyn held every office there was in the Eagles and was also the State President.

She is survived by two daughters: Charmaine M. (Bruce) Turner, Council Bluffs, IA; Margaret Askerud, Austin; son-in-law, Jack Horstmann, Austin; 26 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great-great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Charlotte Horstmann (Charmaine’s twin sister); son, Eugene Irvin; brothers: Ray and Johnny Skahan; and sisters: Ruby Adams and Margaret Skahan.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010 at St. Edward’s Catholic Church with Father John Traufler officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. Eagles Ritual on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 6-8 p.m. and also one hour prior to services at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

The honorary casket bearer will be Jon Horstmann. The casket bearers will be Jim Horstmann, Jeff Horstmann, Joe Horstmann, Frank Warth, Shawn Askerud, Erick Askerud and Michael Murphy.

[Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 2, 2010]

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Margie Marie (Ross) Vietor, 87, passed away on October 26, 2010 at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, Minnesota.

She was born in Iowa on February 21, 1923. Shortly after her birth, Margie moved to Austin where she was raised by her grandparents. Austin was her home for the rest of her life. She was married on April 16, 1948, to Lambert Mearl Vietor. She was a devoted housewife and loving mother to their many children. Later, Lambert and Margie enjoyed spending their winters down south, always returning to Austin in the spring. Margie loved to read, sew, and crochet. She was well-known in Austin for being the yarn lady.

She was survived by her daughters: Sharon (Bob) Knutson, Owatonna, Minnesota; Janet (Dave) Tentinger, Springfield, Oregon; and Mary (Jeff) McNiff, Austin, Minnesota; sons; Robert Hebl, of Austin, Minnesota; Donald Vietor, Red Wing, Minnesota; Craig Vietor, Austin, Minnesota; James (Sally) Vietor, Elkton, Minnesota; 25 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, two sons, one granddaughter and one great-grandson.

There will be a memorial service held for her at Crane Community Chapel on Saturday, November 6, 2010 at 1 p.m. Friends can greet the family at 12:30 p.m.

Austin Daily Herald, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010

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Raymond Dean McAlister, 63, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died at Austin Medical Center on October 29, 2010.

He was born on July 9, 1947 to Charles and Hazel (Wood) McAlister in Austin. A lifelong Mapleview resident, Ray attended Austin School and in 1964, joined the Navy. He married Alida Ann Kretschmer on September 2, 1967 in Zion, Illinois. After serving his country for eight years, Ray was honorably discharged in 1972 with a rank of E-6. He attended Austin Vocational Technical Institute receiving a degree in auto machining and mechanics. A member of Church of Christ, Ray loved stock car racing and camping and fishing with the family. Raymond was an avid horseman, a member of Mower County Trailblazers and a Vikings fan. He loved spending time with his grandchildren go-carting; everything he did revolved around them.

Raymond is survived by his wife, Alida McAlister, Austin; three daughters: Lisa McAlister, Farmington; Dina (John) O’Harra, Austin, Tracy Rietveld, Austin; son, Richard McAlister, Austin; six grandchildren: Alex, Noah, Lucas, Aiden, Jake and Thomas; brother, Lawrence (Jeannine) McAlister, Mapleview; sister, Rosella (Kenneth) Nash, Mapleview; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers: Harold, Kenneth and Donald.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010 at Austin Church of Christ with Pastor David DeFor officiating. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m., Wednesday at Worlein Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. Worlein Funeral Home, Austin, is in charge of arrangements. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin with military rites by American Legion Post 91.

[Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 2, 2010]

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Elmer Rathjen, 97, went to meet his Lord and Savior on November 3, 2010 at the Cedars of Austin. He was born March 11, 1913 in Nichols, Iowa to Alvena and Albert Rathjen.

Elmer farmed with his father for several years and went on to buy a farm in Grandview, Iowa. He married Maxine McCain and they moved to Austin, Minnesota in 1949, where he farmed until his retirement. On any given day you could find Elmer working in the fields or gardening. He loved to watch things grow. He also liked to fish and visit with friends, neighbors and relatives. He loved life and children. Anytime there was a young child around you could find them on Grandpa’s lap.

Elmer was remarried to Thelma Barr in 1976. She passed away in 2002. He resided at the Cedars of Austin until the time of his death.

He is preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers, 5 sisters, and a grandson, Peter Blank.

He is survived by son, Lee (Ruth) Rathjen of Austin, two daughters Joyce (Bruce) Blank of Phoenix, and Winnie Wayne of Breezy Point, Minn. One brother, Willard Rathjen of Alpena, Mich., six grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Jeff Forbes officiating. Friends may call from 4-6 p.m. on Tuesday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

[Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Nov. 8, 2010]

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Keith Richard McDonald, 61, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, died on October 22, 2010, in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.

Keith Richard McDonald was born in Emmetsburg, Iowa on March 4, 1949, to Keith James and Phyllis Darlene (Anderson) McDonald. During his short 61 years he lived his life the way he wanted and to the fullest.

Keith married Ginny (Virginia) Dunn on May 4, 1973. They were later divorced and remarried on August 15, 1998. He worked as a mechanic for a short time until he found the job of his dreams – driving truck; Keith was most recently driving for Crenlo of Rochester.

He was a talented musician; he played the harmonica, guitar and was a wonderful singer, but, his passion was the steel guitar.

Keith is survived by his wife; three daughters: Tiffany (Todd) Decker; Nancy Wilmot; Amanda (Joe) Rhodes; his mother, Phyllis McDonald; two brothers: Dan (Joan) McDonald; David McDonald; two sisters: Diane Schultz; Brenda Sturm; eight grandchildren: Tadd, Thomas, Timothy and Theodore Decker; Travis Thurman; Lora and Dustin Mesch and Isaac Rhodes. He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, James McDonald. Keith has touched the lives of so many and he will be missed.

A memorial service for Keith Richard McDonald will be 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5, 2010, at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 2nd Street NW in Hayfield.

[Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, November 2, 2010]

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Rita Jane Wagner, 77, died Nov. 3, 2010 in Austin.

Her birthplace was reported to be Des Moines, Iowa, but this was never confirmed. Rita spent her youth in Chicago, attended Aquinas Dominican High School there, and attended the College of St. Theresa in Winona.

Rita was known for her fabulous cooking and her incredible sense of style. She loved to entertain her family, friends and countless newcomers in the Austin community.

She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church, served on the school board, catholic school foundation director, lector and eucharistic minister. Rita and Joe were co-founders of the Joseph Construction Company in 1965 and were very involved in the community.

Rita is survived by her husband, Joe; two sons and a daughter: Carter (Meg) of Austin; Joey (Connie) of Los Angeles, Calif.; Liz (Mark Myran) of Eagan; daughter-in-law, Kim of Foothills Ranch, CA; 13 grandchildren; sister-in-law, Katie Carter and roughly one million Wagners.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Frank Carter; brother, Tom and son, Peter. Rita was the matriarch of the family and God put her on this earth to serve other people — she will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. on Friday (Rosary at 7 p.m.) at Mayer Funeral Home Holy Mass will be at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010 at St. Augustine Church.

Memorials are preferred to the ALS Foundation.

Austin Daily Herald, Thur., Nov. 4, 2010

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Mildred C. Fasbender, age 84, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, November 4, 2010, at the Austin Medical Center.

Mildred was born on January 10, 1926, in Adams, Mower county, Minnesota, to John P. and Anna M. (Kramer) Kloeckner. She was united in marriage to Paul Fasbender. Mildred was a homemaker and a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and gardening.

Survivors include two sons, Michael Fasbender, Austin Brian (Margaret) Fasbender, Rochester; two grandchildren, Bradley, Minneapolis, Kristine, Duluth; sister, Julaine Wencl, Owatonna.

She was preceded in death by her husband Paul, on April 5, 2005, and her son, Allen on February 6, 1998.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, November 9, 2010, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary and a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Monday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

[Austin Daily Herald, Sat., Nov. 6, 2010]

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Nancy Lou Winjum, 76, passed away Oct. 30, 2010, in Phoenix.

She was born on February 24, 1934, to Vera (Smith) Kaputin and Harm Kaputin in London. She graduated from Austin High School in 1952. Nancy served in the Air Force/WAF from 1956-1958.

While raising her family of three children in Austin, she returned to school and graduated from Faribault School of Practical Nursing in 1971 and worked as a nurse at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin. She also worked many years at the Oak Leaf Restaurant.

She relocated to Columbia Medical Center in Phoenix in 1980 and worked there for 17 years before retiring.

Nancy is survived by her daughter, Denise Winjum-Clifton; son, Robert (Mike) Winjum; granddaughter, Sarah Clifton-Luevano (Victor); great-grandson, Samuel; two great-granddaughters: Letricia and Victoria, both of Phoenix; sister, Delores Fero, Tonka Bay; sister-in-law, Akiko Kaput, Sun Center City, Florida; one niece; and six nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Vera (Smith) Kaput and Harm Kaput; son, Alan Scott Winjum and brother, Roland Kaput.

There will be a funeral at Christ Church Lutheran at 3901 E. Indian School Road in Phoenix, Arizona, on Friday, November 12, 2010. Following will be a memorial service for Nancy on November 12, 2010, at 1p.m. at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 North Cave Creek Road, Phoenix, Arizona.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Sat., Nov. 6, 2010]

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Fern Isabelle Steffen, 64, of Kiester, Minnesota, died Sunday, November 7, 2010, at Parkview Care Center in Wells, Minnesota.

Fern Isabelle Steffen was born June 25, 1946 in Austin. Her parents were Maynard Jacob (Jake) Enright and Betty Lou (Berge) Enright. Fern was baptized at St. Augustine Catholic Chuch, and confirmed at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Fern was the first born, and has two younger sisters, Kathleen Mary Enright and Brenda Jean Broskoff of Austin.

Fern took pride in being named after her father’s mother Fern Isabelle (Brugger) Enright who had died from complications of pneumonia a few days after giving birth to a baby girl.

Fern graduated from Austin High School in June of 1964 and went on to the Lutheran Bible Institute in Golden Valley, graduating in June of 1966 with a Parish Worker’s Certificate.

In June of 1973 Fern married David Martin Paulson. They were blessed with one son, Theodore Martin Paulson born in Sioux Falls, S.D. in 1977. In 1982, they were divorced, but remained amicable to one another.

On a wonderful day, November 8, 1986 Fern married Richard Lee Steffen at Calvary Lutheran Church in Rapid City, South Dakota. She and her son Ted then moved to Storla, S.D. where Richard served two Lutheran Churches as Pastor. Richard has three children from his previous marriage, Craig, Virginia and David and they also were a part of their wedding ceremony.

After Fern’s marriage to Richard she went back to college and got a Bachelor’s of Arts Degree from Augustana College in 1993, majoring in Early Childhood and Elementary Education, minoring in Special Education. Fern was on the Dean’s list and worked hard for her degree.

Fern worked for Headstart in a number of places through the years, as a Preschool Teacher. She loved working with young children. Fern would sometimes say, “I get to see their eyes light up when they explore and learn new things and I get paid for this, wow.” The self-esteem of each child was important to her.

Fern loved her family and friends. She felt very blessed as a wife, mother and grandmother. Her family was all precious in her eyes. Fern valued her sense of humor; she felt laughter was good medicine. She never felt abandoned by God, her faith was important to her. She felt life was a gift, and she felt very blessed in spite of her breast cancer.

Embraced in Fern’s heart forever: Husband, Richard Steffen of Kiester, Minn.; son Theodore “Ted” Paulson, wife Shannon and their children, Quentin and Christian Paulson of Austin, and Chelsey Tate of Sioux Falls, S.D. Dick’s children, David Steffen and wife Heather of Eagan, Virginia Steffen and daughter Joy of Chicago, and Craig Steffen and wife Becky of Middlesboro, Kentucky. Brother and sister-in-laws: Bob and Ellen Steffen of St. Louis, Susan and Bob Moore of Copper Center, Ala., Judy Sheldon of Lauderdale, Minn., and John Steffen of Anchorage, Ala.**

Fern is survived by many relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Betty Enright of Austin, and in-laws Alfred and Helene Steffen of Lamberton, Minnesota, and sister-in-law Betty (Steffen) Augst of Columbia, Missouri.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, November 12, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Kiester, Minn. Visitation will be Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. at Bruss-Heitner Funeral Home in Wells, Minn., and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Pastor John Malm will officiate, and burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery in Walnut Grove, Minn. Bruss-Heitner Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald, Monday,
Nov. 8, 2010]

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David Iverson, 62, of Hayfield, Minnesota, died Saturday, November 6, 2010, at his home. Beloved, father, husband and friend.

David Eugene Iverson was born on August 10, 1948 in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, the son of Vern and Betty (Arens) Iverson. He was raised and graduated from High School in Austin. Dave continued his schooling by attending Austin Vo-Tech where he graduated with an electronics degree in 1968.

Dave served four years with the Army Security Agency, and was a Vietnam Veteran. On June 27, 1970, Dave was joined in marriage to Marilynn Reinke in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. Through the years Dave worked at G. A. Hormel, Hitachi of Rochester, and retired from IBM in Rochester. He enjoyed his family, along with traveling, camping, fishing, golfing, and hunting.

Dave is survived by his wife Marilynn; children, Rendi (Steve) Turner, Christopher (Sarah) Iverson; five grandchildren; his parents Vern & Betty Iverson; and two brothers, Stanley (Debbie) Iverson and Larry (Kathy) Iverson.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 at 11 a.m. at Cornerstone Church with Reverend David Simerson officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary and for one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. In Lieu of flowers, memorials.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Monday, Nov. 8, 2010]

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Jordan Michael Ressler, age 16, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, died on Saturday, November 6, 2010, at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester.

Jordan was born on July 23, 1994, in Austin to Michael and Melissa (Braaten) Ressler. He grew up in Blooming Prairie and attended Blooming Prairie Public Schools. Jordan was a junior at Blooming Prairie High School and a member of First Lutheran Church. He loved basketball, golf and was an avid Texas Longhorn fan. Jordan loved music and had a great singing voice. He also loved bowling, was a good dancer, and had a wonderful sense of humor. Jordan was a gentle, loving friend to everyone and the best big brother in the world.

Survivors include: his parents, Michael and Melissa Ressler; brother, Jake; sister, Jessica; grandparents, Mary Braaten, Karla Iacovino, David Ressler; great grandparents, Sylvia Plunkett, Charlotte Braaten, Norma Hanson, George and Tillie Ressler; aunts and uncles, Jay (Kelly) Braaten, Joey Braaten and Lauren Benda, Kristin (Jack) Holforty, Aaron Ressler and Julia Haynie, Eric (Melanie) Ressler; cousins, Tommy and Abby Braaten, Jackson and Taylor Holforty, Lola Haynie, Connor Ressler; and many other family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Braaten.

Visitation will be held at First Lutheran Church, Blooming Prairie from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 at First Lutheran Church, with Rev. Charles Leonard and Rev. Heidi Heimgartner officiating. Interment will be in the Red Oak Grove Cemetery. There will be no reviewal at the church on Wednesday. Worlein–Blooming Prairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family prefers memorials in lieu of flowers. You may send condolences to www.worlein.com

[Austin Daily Herald,
Monday, Nov. 8, 2010]

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Funeral Notice: Jordan Michael Ressler

Jordan Michael Ressler, age 16 of Blooming Prairie, died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010, at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester.

Service: Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 at First Lutheran Church, with Rev. Charles Leonard and Rev. Heidi Heimgartner officiating.

Visitation: Visitation will be held at First Lutheran Church, Blooming Prairie from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010.

Interment: Interment will be in the Red Oak Grove Cemetery.

Funeral Home: Worlein–Blooming Prairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials: Worlein–Blooming Prairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family prefers memorials in lieu of flowers. You may send condolences to www.worlein.com.

Austin Daily Herald,
Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010

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William Alan “Bill” Peterson, 61, of Milford, Iowa, died Oct. 27 in his home after a long courageous fight against cancer.

William was born on February 13, 1949, in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota. He was a graduate of Austin High School and attended the University of Minnesota and Florida Atlantic University. He was a woodworker and a painter. Bill loved classic rock music, playing chess and being on the water boating and fishing. He had the “gift of gab” and enjoyed talking with his many friends.

He is survived by Barbara (James) Carriger of Edina; nephew Jonathan (Julie) Reedy and great nieces Melanie Reedy and Jessica Reedy, all of Vadnais Heights; uncle Norman Johnson of Austin; aunts Dolores “Pete” Judd, of Austin, and Margaret “Mugsy” Swearingen of Lake Havasu City, Ariz; 10 cousins and their families; and countless friends in Iowa, Florida and Minnesota.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard Scott Peterson of Austin, and Marion Lorraine (Johnson) Peterson of Austin and Palm Bay, Florida.

Turner Funeral Home in Milford, Iowa, is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society or the charity of the donor’s choice.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Monday, Nov. 8, 2010]

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Bonnie Kay Lenz, 63, of Rochester, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, passed away peacefully Sunday, Nov. 14, 2010. She was surrounded with love at her home after an eight-month battle with cancer.

Bonnie was born December 11, 1946 in Austin, to Donald and Betty Kolb. She was then raised by her maternal grandparents, John and Daisy Buchanan, whom she called Mom and Dad. She graduated from Austin High School in 1964. On June 11, 1965 she married her high school sweetheart, Warren N. Lenz, at the First United Methodist Church of Austin. Following their marriage Warren and Bonnie moved to Rochester and built their life together.

Bonnie was a stay-at-home mom until 1988 when she decided to go back to school to become a Registered Dental Assistant. She said her graduation from this program was one of her proudest accomplishments in life. She then went on to work for Dr. Leon Ernster for 14 years. She enjoyed this profession so much, that she worked at a variety of dental offices after Dr. Ernster’s retirement. She also volunteered her time at Good Samaritan Dental Clinic at the Salvation Army. Bonnie also thoroughly enjoyed being a volunteer Driver Safety Program instructor through AARP. She worked part-time at Hy-Vee Barlow after her retirement from dental assisting.

She was very proud of her grandchildren and enjoyed spoiling them. She also loved traveling and cruising the world with her husband, spending two weeks in the summer at Sandy Beach Resort, trips to the casino, sewing and doing crafts. Bonnie loved life and the adventures that came along with it.

Bonnie is survived by her loving husband, Warren; daughter, Tammy (Scott) Simonson of Rochester; son, Wade (Jennifer) of Rochester; grandchildren: Haley, Gunnar, Jordan, Avery, and Bria all of Rochester; “biological” sisters: Mary (Dolly) Kolb of Austin; Ann Kolb of Owatonna; Linda Dahmen of Rose Creek; Jean Tesch of Springfield, Mo.; Diane Krekelberg of Mapleview; Judy Stender of Clarks Grove; brothers, John (Jack) Buchanan of Springdale, Arkansas, and Neil Buchanan of Rogers, Arkansas.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Daisy Buchanan; her biological parents, Don and Betty Kolb; her Buchanan brothers and sisters: Floyd, John, Donald, Irene Ostergaard, Earl (Bud), Duane, James (Jimmy), Genevieve (Jenny), and Gordon (Gordy).

She and the family appreciated all the loving care she received at Mayo Clinic and Mayo Clinic Hospice during her illness.

Bonnie requests that friends and family please honor her by having a glass of wine and proposing a toast to friends, family, and life. Bonnie prefers that this be a celebration of her life and not a mourning of her passing.

The celebration of life service for Bonnie K. Lenz will be held at 11a.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, 2010 at St. Pius Catholic Church with Father Paul Nelson officiating. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the services at the church.

Memorials in Bonnie’s name may be given to Brains Together for a Cure, www.brainstogetherforacure.org.

On-line condolences are welcome at caringbridge.org. Sign in using bonnielenz (all one word, no space).

Macken Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald,
Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010

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Patricia was born on November 2, 1935, to Hazel (Venem) and Warren Jones in St. Paul. She grew up in Austin and graduated from Central High School in Austin in 1954. She married Duane C. Hanson on July 11, 1954. Pat was a homemaker and raised three boys before moving to Oregon in 1990. Pat enjoyed many crafts, including painting and counted cross Stitch. She also enjoyed reading, jigsaw puzzles, and camping.

Survivors include a brother, Eugene Brunmeier of Mankato, and three sons; Ronald of Eugene, Ore.; Rick of Sutter Creek, Calif.; and Rod of Orlando. She is also survived by four grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Duane, her mother, Hazel Brunmeier, her father Warren Jones, and her stepfather Eugene Brunmeier.

Austin Daily Herald,
Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010

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Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Osmundson of Fergus Falls, Minnesota, was held at the Six Mile Grove church Monday afternoon.

[Austin Herald, Friday, 7-17-1936,
page 6, col. 5, Nevada Section]

NOTES:
Hattie (Haege, Helga) Rue is the wife of Aslak Asmundson.

Research Credit: Mark Ashley

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For over forty years, Jacob Weisel, well known, had been a citizen of out city. He passed away Tuesday night at Chicago where he had gone a week previous for an operation.

Mr. Weisel had not been well for a few years past. He suffered a paralytic stroke some time ago and hehad other complications. He was treated at Rochester but came home a few weeks ago, all having been done forhim that could be but he grew weaker.

He went to Chicago and there submitted to an operation. He rallied and it was thought he would be well again. He was able to sit up Sunday, but Monday the family was sent for -- Mrs. Weisel and daughter. Miss Julia, going that evening and were with him to the last. The body was brought here Thursday morning and funeral services were held from the house Friday afternoon at 3 p.m. Rev. G. H. TenBroeck of the Episcopal church conducted the service. Many from away came to the funeral including friends and relatives. They were Mr. and Mrs. August King of Superior, Wisconsin, Mr. and Mrs. L. W. DeWitt of Chicago; Mr. and Mrs. William Weisel of St. Paul; Mrs. Fred Campbell of Wells; Frank Hambrecht of LeRoy; and Mrs. Keisel of St. Paul.

Jacob Wesisel was a German, born June 24, 1839, in Hesse-Darmstadt. He was educated in his native country and came to America in 1851. His parents lived at Greenlake, Wisconsin, and he worked in the lumber camps when a young man. He later went to St. Louis and worked as a carpenter, returning to Wisconsin to do farming. In 1875 he came to Austin and engaged in the brewing business. His plant burned four years later. After this disaster he acted as agent and manager for the Schlitz Company, until his retirement from active life ten years later.

Many positions of public trust were bestowed upon him. He was treasurer of the Austin Building Loan Association; at one time director of the Citizens National Bank; treasurer of the Austin Creamery association; and for nine years served as alderman on our city council. He was elected for eight years from the third ward and for one year as alderman at large. In politics he was a staunch democrat. He was affiliated with the Masonic order and was Past Grand Master of the independent Order of Odd Fellows, in which lodge he served several years as treasurer.

On December 24, 1861, he married Elizabeth Forcey. Beside his wife he is survived by six daughters, Eliza, wife of August King of Superior, Wis.; Julia, Ida, Mary, Ella, all of Austin, and Veta, eife of Louis Dewitt of Chicago. He also leaves two brother, William Weisel of Lowrey and Con Weisel of Austin, and one sister, Mrs. Fred Miller of Minneapolis.

He had a fine farm in Lansing township and during the later years of his life he took greawt pride in driving to his farm and looking after its up-keep. The family have lived on Water street for most of the years they have been here. The old home just east of the present home was occupied for many years before the beautiful new home was built.

Mr. Weisel was interested in the welfare of his home and community and he was always ready to assist in any work along progressive lines.

[Obituary is from Mower County Transcript,
Wed. 4-25-1917, page 5, col. 1 ]

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ROSE CREEK BUSINESS
WOMAN RITES TUESDAY

The community was shocked and saddened last saturday when word was received of the sudden passing of Miss Jennie Keefe of Rose Creek, following a heart attack in the afternoon. Death came a half hour after midnight the same day.

Every honor was accorded a business person when stores in that village were closed Tuesday morning during the hour of the funeral service at St. Peter's church.

[Obit from the Mower Co. News,
Thur. 7-16-1936. Front page, col. 7]

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Jennie Keefe was born in Forest Lake, Wisconsin. The family came to Rose Creek in 1879 and this was the home since. Their residence previous to that was in Lansing for a time, and in the school there she was a pupil of Miss Margaret Evans, a prominent and well known Minnesota educator. She later attended the Rose Creek school and in Minneapolis for six years she worked as a stenographer.

A longing for the old home ties and friends, she returned to Rose Creek and bought the interest of J. C. Shottler in the geneal store, where, with her brother Ed, she served the public happily for thirty-five years.

Miss Keefe figured in the religious and educational program of her home village through the years being of keen mind and well read and educated to the beauty of helping others in substantial and ways of learning she was known to everyone, and revered by everyone.

Survivors are her brother, Ed, a sister, Mrs. Mary Cronan, and a niece, Miss Esther Cronan, the latter two of St. Paul. Miss Elizabeth Flint came from St. Paul to join the throngs of home people and friends from Austin and Adams, to pay their last respects to one who had helped make Rose Creek a better place in which to live.

[Obituary from the Mower Co. News,
Thur. 7-16-1936, Front page, col. 7]

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Alda M. Brooks, 96, died on November 9, 2010 in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Beloved mother, grandma and great-grandma, Alda was born Sept. 25, 1914 in Austin, Mower County, Minnesota.

She is survived by three children: Joyce Merkley, Marilyn Josephs, Thomas Brooks and many other family and friends.

Alda is preceded in death by her daughter, Patricia.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m., Saturday Nov. 13, 2010 at West Funeral Home, 1051 So. Robert St., West St. Paul. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Riverview Cemetery. West Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

[ AUSTIN DAILY HERALD,
Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2010 ]

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OBITUARY

CAPT. I. N. MORRELL

When the body of Capt. I. N. Morrell arrived in Austin Thursday for burial, it brought back a flood of memories to the old settler and suggested the days when Austin was young. It brought thoughts of the trim and dainty little bride he brought to Austin before the days of the Civil War; the old Lacy hotel where he kept tavern; the war times and his enlistment in Co. K., Fourth Minnesota, with Capt. Mooers as captain; the news that Capt. Mooers had been killed in the first skirmish, and that Lieut. Morrell had been advanced to rank of captain; his service in this capacity to the end of the war; and the return of the soldiers to Austin.

Those were strenuous, interesting times, and a memorable, important chapter in the nation's history. And when Capt. Morrell was laid to rest in Oakwood cemetery, beside his father and mother, his sisters, Mrs. Jerry Yates and Mrs. Lacy; and his brother Tom Morrell. It was the interment of one of Austin's earliest settlers and one of her valiant soldiers.

Capt. Morrell was born in Vermont, in 1833. He was married to Miss Mollie Germond just before the breaking out of the Civil War. The first call for men (he joined Co. K. Fourth Minnesota and served to the close of the war.) He was express messenger on the C.M. and St. P. road for twenty-five to thirty years, making his home in Austin, Calmar, and Stillwater during that time. Later the family moved to Macomb, Illinois, where he was express messenger until his retirement some twelve years ago.

He leaves to mourn his loss an invalid wife, now confined in a hospital, a son, Harry Morrell of Minneapolis, who brought the body to Austin for burial, and two nieces, Mrs. Frank Haney of Austin, and Mrs. Frank Haywood of Minneapolis, both of whom were present at the funeral.

The funeral was held at the chapel in Oakwood cemetery Thursday afternoon; the Rev. Irving Wade of the Christian Church officiating.

[From the Austin Daily Herald,
Fri. 4-20-1917, pg. 3, col. 1 ]

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Capt. I. N. Morrell 1833-1917

The body of Capt. I. N. Morrell who died at Macomb, Illinois, arrived in Austin last Thursday morning, and the funeral was held at the chapel in Oakwood Cemetery in the afternoon, conducted by Rev. Wade.

Capt. Morrell was born in Vermont in 1833. He was married to Miss Mollie Germond just before the breaking out of the Civil war. The first call for men he joined Co. K., Fourth Minnesota, and served to the close of the war. He was express messenger on the C.M. and St. P. road for 25 to 30 years, making his home in Austin, Calmar and Stillwater during that time. Later the family moved to Macomb, Illinois, where he was express messenger until his retirement some 12 years ago.

An invalid wife, one son, Harry Morell of Minneapolis, two nieces, Mrs. Frank Haney of Austin and Mrs. Frank Haywood of Minneapolis, survive him. All were present at the funeral except the widow.

[Mower County Transcript, Wed.,
April 25, 1917, page 5, col. 2]

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ASLAK ASMUNDSON

The funeral of the late Aslak Asmundson who passed away at his home near Fergus Falls, Minnesota, april 15th, was held from the Six Mile Grove Church last week Thursday and was conducted by Rev. Elmer Moe.

The deceased was born in Norway February th, 1857, and at the age of 12 he came to this country with his parents and settled in Mower County. Thirty-five years ago he was united in marriage to Miss Helga Rue, daughter of Mrs. Ole Rue. They continued to make their home in this vicinity until about seven years ago when they moved to Fergus Falls, where he passed away. Two children were born to the family, a daughter, Mrs. C. K. Anderson, survives besides the widow.

Mr. Asmundson's death came very suddenly and was due to appoplexy. During his many years as resident of this country the deceased was a faithful member of the Six Mile Grove Church. The widow and daughter were present at the funeral services.

--Lyle Tribune

[Mower County Transcript, Wednesday
5-02-1917, page 7, col. 1]

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OBITUARY
GEORGE MURPHY

George Murphy, an old resident and respected citizen of Lyle died Thursday evening, April 26, at his farm home two miles north of Lyle.

Mr. Murphy was born in Lyle township, on August 19, 1857. His birth took place in the early days when the county was new and as a boy he knew the joys and trials of pioneer days.

On February 18, 1890, he was married to Ellen Guiney who, with four children, survives him. The children, Margaret, Joseph, Alphonso an Edward are all at home. Two brothers, John and T. H. Murphy, also one sister, Mrs. Mary Searles all living in Lyle township are left to mourn the death of their brother.

Mr. Murphy has been ill for the past two years with Bright's disease. On the day of his death he was able to be up and around and was sitting up fifteen minutes before he died.

Mr. Murphy was a hard working, honest man, a good father and brother. His loss will bekeenly felt by family and friends.

The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 8 o'clock from his home, and at 10 o'clock from St. Augustine's church of which he was a member. The burial will take place in the Catholic Cemetery.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Friday, 4-27-1917, page 3, col. 5]

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Frank C. Slowinski, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, November 7, 2010 at Primrose Assisted Living.

Service: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating.

Visitation: There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-7 p.m. and also from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Friday.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post #91.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald,
Tuesday, November 9, 2010

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Frank Clarence Slowinski, 87, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died Sunday, Nov. 7, 2010, at Primrose of Austin.

Frank Slowinski was born July 8, 1923, in Kansas City, Kansas, to John and Stella Slowinski. He served in the United States Navy from May 1943 to February 1946 as a Seaman First Class. Frank was very proud of his service to his country as a World War II Era veteran.

On September 17, 1949 he was united in marriage to Violet Wencl at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. Frank worked in the Dry Sausage area of Hormel for 40 years, retiring in May 1984. He loved fishing, working on cars, carpentry and spending time with his family. Frank’s favorite pastime in the past few years was watching the Minnesota Twins; he was a big fan.

Frank is survived by two daughters: Deborah (John) Uecker, Austin; Lynn Ford, Rochester; son, Brian (Ines) Slowinski, Martinez, GA; 10 grandchildren: Aaron Uecker, Kellie Robinson, Shane and Desiree Ford, Scott, Kurt, Briana, Lucia, Raphael and Gabriel Berger Slowinski; two great-grandchildren: Beau Uecker and Evan Robinson; four brothers: Victor Slowinski, Hayfield; Anthony (Pat) Slowinski, Austin; Paul (Barb) Slowinski, Owatonna; Charles Slowinski, Brownsdale.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Violet on March 5, 2003; parents, John and Stella; sister, Rose Comer; brothers: Wallace, Henry and Joseph.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-7 p.m. and also from 9:30-10:30 a.m. on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post #91.

The honorary casket bearers will be grandchildren and great grandchildren. The casket bearers will be John and Aaron Uecker, Brian Slowinski, Luke Robinson, Shane Ford and Peter Greenman.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Wednesday, November 10, 2010]

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Samuel John Mullenbach, 57, of Johnsburg, Mower county, Minnesota,died on Monday, November 8, 2010 at St. Marys’ Hospital, Rochester, Minnesota.

Sam was born on April 9, 1953 in Osage, Iowa, to Norbert and Alice (Klapperich) Mullenbach. After graduating from Adams High School, Sam worked for a short time at TCM in Stacyville. He ran a small fix-it shop at his home, where he would do odd jobs for friends and family. Sam was also the long-time custodian at St. John’s Catholic Church in Johnsburg. Sam was known as a practical joker and in his younger years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, and being in the outdoors. In his spare time, Sam enjoyed cruising around in his pickup.

Sam is survived by sisters: Linda (James) Wagner, Osage, Iowa; Sharon Mullenbach, Elkton; Norma Mullenbach, Austin; Ann (Joe) Mayer, Stacyville, Iowa; brother, Mark Mullenbach, Austin; nine nieces and nephews; eight great-nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles.

Sam was preceded in death by his parents, Norbert and Alice Mullenbach; grandparents; brother, Mathias and nephew, Calvin Mayer.

Memorial services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 12, 2010 at St. John’s Catholic Church, Johnsburg, Minnesota, with Father Thomas Loomis officiating. Interment will be in St. John’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service on Friday. Adams Funeral Home is handling arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Wednesday, November 10, 2010]

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ROGER D. WESTPHAL

AUSTIN, MINNESOTA - Roger D. Westphal, 56, of 808 13th Ave S.W., Austin, died Thursday evening, November 4, 1999, at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis.

He was born on January 16, 1943.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. on Monday at the St. Augustine Catholic Church, in Austin, with Father Paul Nelson and Father Frank Enright officiating. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery with military rites by the American Legion Post No. 91.

Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at the Mayer Funeral Home, Austin, Minn., with a 7 p.m. wake service. There will be further visitation from 9 to 10 a.m. on Monday at the funeral home.

The family prefers memorials to the Minnesota Veterans Home, 5100 Minnehaha Ave., Minneapolis, Minn. 55417.

Survivors include his wife, Jeanne Westphal, of Austin, Minn.; a daughter, Sarah (Matt) Streiff, of Austin; two sons, Scott Westphal, of Austin and Corey Westphal and his fiancee, Kate Eisen, of Owatonna, Minn.; two brothers, Wendell (Karen) Westphal, of Nora Springs and Merton (Wilma) Westphal, of Decorah; one sister, Phyllis (Mel) Ihnns, of Lincoln, Iowa.

Mayer Funeral Home, (507) 433-1817.

[Globe Gazette, Nov. 6, 1999]

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LeVonne TeLoris Rehnelt, 82, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at the Austin Medical Center.

LeVonne was born on January 29, 1928 in Fillmore County, Minnesota, to Theodore and Leona (Johnson) Opsahl. She graduated from high school and on June 15, 1946 she was united in marriage to Leonard Rehnelt at St. Theodore Church in Albert Lea. LeVonne was a homemaker. She was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church, the Eagle’s Auxiliary and the V.F.W. Auxiliary. She enjoyed embroidery, reading, crossword puzzles and watching the Twins.

Fond memories by family and friends include, time at the river, where everyone was always welcome, and Christmas Eve at LeVonne and Leonard’s. LeVonne always said, “there is always room for one more”, so it was not uncommon for one of the kids or grandkids to bring a friend. The Lord was always present in her heart and soul. Blessed be her memory.

Lavonne is survived by her husband, Leonard Rehnelt, Austin; children: Sandi (Harold) Brandt, Austin; Steven (Rita) Rehnelt, Wabasha; Jeanette (Steve) Myers, Claremont; Roberta (Mark) Aswegan, Ramsey; Michael (Lila) Rehnelt, Hayfield; Robert Rehnelt, Zumbro Falls; 11 grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; brother, John (Vera) Opsahl, Bloomington; sisters: Mavis (Zebbe) Sheridan, Ingleside, Illinois; Judy (David) Johnson, Austin; and Victoria (Merrill) Sparks, Austin.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Leona Opsahl; brother, Curtis Opsahl; sisters: Nancy Ratzloff and Patricia Forslund.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at Mayer Funeral Home with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Tuesday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at Mayer Funeral Home on Wednesday.

The honorary casket bearers will be: Tracy Brandt, Travis Myers, Lucas Myers, Justin Anderson, Tyler Rehnelt, Ryley Rehnelt, Jerad Lawson, Jesse Lawson.

AUSTIN DAILY HERALD,
Monday, Nov. 15, 2010

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AUSTIN, Minn. — Jennie Long, 91, of 1200 Southwest Twelfth Street, died Friday evening, February 26, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin, where she was a resident.

The second in a family of six brothers and one sister, Jennie was born April 10, 1907, to John C. and Altena (Sporaa) Johnson, on a farm near Latimer, Iowa. She attended country school and later worked at home until she married Don E. Long, in Northwood, Iowa. During World War II, Don went into service, and Jennie went with him to the various duty stations.

After the war, when Jennie's sister moved to Austin, Jennie and Don followed. Don worked as a painter and for four years at Johnson Floral as a grower. Jennie worked at Ankeny Dry Cleaners. She enjoyed gardening, canning and crocheting.

Survivors include a brother, Dallas Johnson and his wife, Merle, of Mason City, Iowa; sisters-in-law, Betty Johnson, of Garner, Iowa; Grace Johnson, of Meservey, Iowa; Leona Johnson, of Hampton, Iowa; Jacqueline Johnson, of Hampton, Iowa; and Lila Ruth Johnson, of Mason City, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Don Long; her parents; five brothers, Lavern Johnson, Keely Johnson, John Johnson Jr., Melvin Johnson, Duaine Johnson; and one sister, Altena Schmeling.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Chapel, with the Rev. R. Allan Flint officiating. Interment will be at Grandview Cemetery, Austin.

Friends may call from 12:30 to 1 p.m. on the day of services at the Sacred Heart Chapel.

Worlein Funeral Home, 1801 Fourth St. N.W., Austin, Minn. is in charge of arrangements.

Mason City [Iowa] Globe Gazette, Feb. 27, 1999

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MRS. TIMOTHY C. CULTON DEAD AT 54

Connie Marie Culton, 54, of Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, died on Monday, November 15, at her home.

Connie was born on January 27, 1956, in Austin, the daughter of Vaughan and Shirley (Smith) Smalley. She attended Austin Public Schools and was married to Julius Durham; they later divorced. Connie worked as a nursing assistant at Primrose in Austin. She was married to Timothy C. Culton on May 29, 1999, in Hollandale.

Connie is survived by her husband, Timothy of Austin; son, Charles Durham, Austin; grandchildren: Logan, Lucas, Micah; brothers and sisters: Ronald (Janice) Smalley, Austin; Alvin Smalley, Austin; Gary Smalley, Minnesota Lake; Debbie (Kevin) Mott, Waconia; Nancy (David) DeGroot, Nashville, Tenn; nephews; mother-in-law, DeVonna Culton, Austin; brother-in-law, Wayne Culton, Austin and sister-in-law, Joan Czech, Austin.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Mark.

A memorial service will be held at 1p.m. Friday Nov. 19 at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend William Bankester officiating. Friends may greet the family for one hour before the service on Friday.

[Austin Daily Herald,
Thur., Nov. 18, 2010]

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