Kenneth L. Tapp, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Friday, August 26, 2011, at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Austin.

Kenneth was born July 23, 1921, at Alden, Minnesota, the son of Ernest and Edith (Melugin) Tapp. He attended country school and served in the US Army, Pacific Theater during World War II. Kenneth was married to Jeanette Johnson on November 6, 1942, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. Kenneth was a retired employee of the Hormel Foods Corporation. He was a charter member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and involved with the UCT baseball league. He was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Eagles Club.

Kenneth enjoyed a number of hobbies including fishing and hunting as well as camping and traveling.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Maynard, Lester, Cecil, Lloyd, Clifford and Vernon and sisters Opal and Lucille.

He is survived by his wife, Jeanette of Austin; daughters and sons-in-law, Barbara and Gene Borden of Fernley, Nev., Karen and Dwayne Anderson, Austin; son and daughter-in-law, Randall and Julie Tapp, Austin; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and a great-great-granddaughter; sisters-in-law, Irene Tapp, Grand Meadow, Minn., Mildred Tapp, Lake City, Minn.; nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church with The Rev. Dan Kahl officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with military rites conducted by Olaf B. Damm Post 1216 Veterans of Foreign Wars and Austin Post 91 American Legion. Friends may call at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday and at the church for one hour before the service on Tuesday.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, August 29, 2011 ]

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Dollee Barclay, age 86, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, January 20, 2004 at Sacred Heart Care Center.

She was born on August 2, 1917, in Lyle Township, Mower County, Minnesota, to Albert and Augusta (Stehn) Campbell. She attended Austin public schools.

She was married to Clifford Charles Barclay on February 20, 1935, at the Methodist Church parsonage in Austin, Minnesota. They farmed in the Lyle/London area.

Dollee was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Austin. She was a homemaker and worked on the farm with her husband, Clifford. She also enjoyed gardening, embroidery, and her grandchildren and their families.

She was very active in the community, including Royal Neighbors, Silver Tea, Lyle Legion Auxiliary, The Cedar City Cemetery Association, 4-H, District 70 School Board, and the neighborhood birthday club and card club.

She was preceded in death by her husband; son, C. Gene Barclay; son-in-law, Jack Kline; and seven sisters and brothers.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2004, at First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Patricia Toschak officiating. Interment will be at the Cedar City Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and at the church for one hour before the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the First United Methodist Church or the Cedar City Cemetery Association.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Jan. 24, 2004
Submitted by Dorothy Bonnallie / Ann (Bonnallie) Johnson

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Social Security Death Index:
Barclay, Clara V.
b: 2 AUG 1917
d: 20 JAN 2004
Age: 86
Last Address: Lyle, Mower, Minnesota

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Services are pending at the Locke Funeral Home where friends may call after 2 p.m. today for Mrs. Alida Nielsen, 80, of 321 State Steet, who died at 7:00 p.m. Friday at Schoitz Memorial Hospital, of a heart condition.

Born in Lyle, Minnesota, on December 21, 1888, she was the daughter of William and Anna (Smith) Bonnallie. She married Ernest Nielsen there on May 11, 1911.

Mrs. Nielsen attended Southern Minnesota College at Austin and was a member of the Grace Brethren Church.

Surviving her is a sister, Mrs. Charlotte Johnson of Waterloo, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her husband, two brothers, and three sisters.

[SOURCE: A Waterloo, Iowa, newspaper]

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NOTES:

From family records: Funeral services were held at Grace Brethren Church on September 23, 1969. Rev. John M. Aeby officiating. Interment at Fairview Cemetery, Waterloo, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, William (Artie) and George; three sisters: Olive, Mary (Queen), and Margaret.
Submitted by Dorothy Bonnallie / Ann (Bonnallie) Johnson

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Social Security Death Index:

NIELSEN, ALIDA
Born: 21 Dec 1888
Died: Sep 1969
Age: 80
Residence: 50703 (Waterloo, Black Hawk, IA)
SSN: Iowa 481-10-7834

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JR passed away peacefully from cancer on August 28, 2011, at the home of his sister and brother-in-law in Lyle with his family by his side.

James was born on June 12, 1968, in Owatonna, Minnesota, the son of Reuben and Ruth (Duncanson) Radtke. JR grew up in Owatonna, Hope and Austin. He was married to Tammy Bos on Jan. 11, 2002, in Austin. Tammy passed away on October 28, 2002. JR worked for Morem’s Tree Service, Blount, Featherlite, RDM and KC Lawncare and Snow Removal.

Starting at age 13, JR became a lifelong stockcar fan. JR was involved in racing as a builder of cars, pitman and a driver of car 79. His enthusiasm was at the highest when he was at any track in the area. He lived for racing. JR was a true fan of Dale Earnhardt and honored him by wearing black.

James was preceded in death by his wife, Tammy Radtke; father, Reuben Radtke and a great-nephew, Lee Rinaldi.

He is survived his mother, Ruth Radtke, Austin; sister, and brother-in-law, Jackie and Kim Crawford, Lyle, Minn.; brother and sister-in-law, Calvin and Christine Radtke, Red Wing, Minn.; nieces, Amber Crawford, Austin, Holly Crawford (Justin Hovde), Austin; special friends, Angie Leglar, Albert Wytaske and Mark and Nancy Lenz.

Visitation will be at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 3:30 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 31. A private family service will be held. Albert Wytaske will be the honorary casket bearer.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Tuesday, August 30, 2011 ]

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FUNERAL NOTICE:

Jolene Dalager, 46, of Austin, died on Saturday, August 27, 2011, in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota.

Service: A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 2, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating.

Visitation: There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Tuesday, August 30, 2011 ]

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Jolene Therese (Swank) Dalager, 46, of Austin, died Saturday, August 27, 2011, in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota.

Jolene was born November 25, 1964, in Austin to Paul and Theresa (Amundson) Swank. She graduated from Pacelli High School in 1983. Jolene married Brad Peterson and later divorced. She then married Dan Dalager and later divorced. Jolene was a secretary at Fox Electric and a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church.

Survivors include her children, Zachary Peterson (special friend, Crystal Andresen), Austin, Nicole Peterson, Austin, Molly Peterson, Austin; former spouses, Brad Peterson, Brownsdale, Dan Dalager, Austin; mother, Theresa Swank, Austin; siblings, Douglas (Christina) Swank, Placitas, New Mexico, Kevin (Jill) Swank, Austin, Nathan (Shawn) Swank, Austin, Michael (Stacy) Swank, Austin, Debra (Dale) Mullenbach, Austin, Tamara (Scott) Wilson, Austin, Mary (Leo) Niehues, Red Wing, Lisa (Bob) Cummings, Lenexa, Kansas, Tonja (Randall) Ring, Red Wing; pets, Koko, Zoe, Babe, Callie.

She is preceded in death by her father, Paul Swank; nephew, Ryan Swank.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes and Deacon John Kluczny officiating. There will be a 4 p.m. CCW rosary on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m., and the family will greet friends at a luncheon following the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The honorary casket bearers will be Douglas Swank, Kevin Swank, Nathan Swank, Michael Swank.

Source: Austin Daily Herald online, Wed., August 31, 2011

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Marilyn Esther House, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Monday, August 29, 2011, at Milestone Senior Living in Faribault.

Marilyn was born on November 16, 1932, in Hancock County, Iowa, to Oscar and Lena (Hintz) Kohlwes. On October 17, 1953, she was united in marriage to Daryl Maloney. Marilyn worked at the Austin Daily Herald and was co-owner of the Amoco Station in Austin. She was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and the women’s golf league and enjoyed golf, biking, walking, sewing, puzzles, traveling and was an active sports fan.

Survivors include her children, David and Mary Ann Maloney, Bradenton, Florida, Faith and Steve Heimer, Eden Prairie, Hope and Bart Hansen, Owatonna, Charity and Bryan Wyant, Bondurant, Iowa; six grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; two sisters, Dorene Kohlwes, Minneapolis, Alice Keeley, Minneapolis; former spouse, Francis “Red” House, Austin.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Daryl Maloney and her parents.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 2, 2011, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Wed., August 31, 2011 ]

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Joan M. List, 78 of Austin died on Friday, Sept. 2, 2011 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Austin.

Joan was born on July 6, 1933 in Austin to Daniel and Hazel (Smith) Hatfield. She graduated from Austin High School. In 1950, Joan married Richard List in Austin. Richard and Joan owned and operated Austin Transportation for 24 years.

Joan and her husband enjoyed spending the last 30 years fishing at Birch Point Camp in Ontario, Canada. She also loved spending time with her family, gardening, cooking and reading.

Joan is survived by her husband Richard List, Austin; children Linda and Randy Schroeder, Lakeville, Becky Crumb, Austin, Lori and Jim Nelson, Duluth, Daved and Janie List, Medford, Richard J. and Amy List, Austin, Kerri and Kyle Klaehn, Austin; 17 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; siblings Robert Hatfield, Austin, Ronald Hatfield, Austin, Pauleen Hoff, Austin, Betty Farley, Sun City, Ariz.; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son-in-law Mark Crumb, brother John Hatfield, and sisters Darlene Yauger and Phyllis Hatfield.

Casket bears will be Nathan Nelson, Bradley Nelson, Tony Crumb, Casey Crumb, Justin List and Zachary Klaehn. Honorary casket bearer will be Gabe List.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2011 at the First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Ron Barnett officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church on Wednesday for one hour before the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials are preferred to the Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Research Center.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Sept. 5, 2011 ]

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Irene Elizabeth Eastlee, 91, of Stewartville, Minnesota, died on Sunday, August 28, 2011, at the Stewartville Care Center.

Irene was born March 2, 1920, in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, to John and Clara (Enright) Walsh. She was united in marriage to Russell Myron Eastlee at St. Augustine Catholic Church. He preceded her in death on Dec. 4, 1989. Irene was a homemaker. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Valparaiso, Ind., and St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin.

Survivors include her children, Sharon Eastlee, Stewartville, Diane (Larry) VonWald, Rapid City, S.D., Michael (Connie) Eastlee, Flower Mound, Texas; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; siblings, Dorothy Weis, Austin, Clair (Jean) Walsh, Portland, Ore., Paul Walsh, Kentucky.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, John and Clara Walsh; siblings, Francis Walsh, Ed Walsh, Jack Walsh, Mary Dack, Luella Holdgrafer.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 1, 2011, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Graceland Cemetery in Valparaiso.

The casket bearers will be Christopher Eastlee, Joshua Eastlee, Jeff Bihlman, Scott Bihlman, Charles Bihlman, Chris Athanson, Chris Eastlee.

Arrangements are by Mayer Funeral Home.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Wed., August 31, 2011 ]

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Kathy Sue Askelson, 52, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 30, 2011.

She was born to Argyl and Marjorie Askelson on March 13, 1959. She graduated from Austin High School and the Rochester Vocational/Technical College with a degree in Culinary Arts. Kathy worked as a chef at the Kahler Hotel, Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch and Super Fair Foods. She started her own catering business, Kathy’s Country Catering, and eventually her own restaurant, The Savory Skillet. Most recently she was employed at Trails in Albert Lea.

As a caterer, Kathy helped celebrate many graduations, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, get-togethers and events around the community with her cooking. She enjoyed working with the 4-H food stands at the Freeborn and Mower County Fairs. She traveled when she could, but her always-busy schedule sometimes got in the way. Kathy liked to garden and of course, cook or can anything she grew. She was also an active member of the Oakland Baptist Church. More than anything, she loved to make people happy. Family and friends could not only expect a smile and a hug when seeing her, but also a pan of brownies or anything else she was cooking at the time.

Kathy is survived by her brother, Steven and Mindi Askelson, Austin, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Terry and Gordy Briggs, Adams, Minnesota, 10 nieces and nephews, Heidi and Yurii Skorin, Arlington Heights, Illinois, Troy and Terri Askelson, Sioux City, Iowa, Cassie Askelson, Austin, Vincent Askelson, Austin, Tony Briggs, Lawrence, Kansas, Alicia and Jeff Dammen, St. Stephen, Minnesota, Paula Briggs, Mancos, Colorado; great-nieces and nephews, Emily, Grace and Nicholas Skorin, Tucker Askelson, Kylie Smith, Jessie Poss, Isaac and Anna Dammen; great-great-niece, Kaydence Smith; goddaughter: Andrea Stawarski.

She was preceded in death by her father, Argyl Askelson; mother, Marjorie Askelson and brother, Richard Askelson.

Casket bearers will be Vinny Askelson, Tucker Askelson, Steve Wollschlager, Bob Weisert, Scott Bridley, Tony Briggs, Dale Wicks and Aaron Kjome.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 3, at Grace Baptist Church with Pastor Bernie Boldt of the Oakland Baptist Church officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Saturday for one hour before the service.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Thur., Sept. 1, 2011 ]

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Lillian A. Tollefson/Brady, 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died on August 30, 2011, at Regency Care Center in Norwalk, Iowa.

She was born on February 21, 1929, in Big Lake, Minnesota, to Frances (Bergeson) and Percy Cook.

She was a member of the VFW, American Legion, Eagles, St. Olaf Church and enjoyed embroidery, crafts, painting and music.

She is survived by her daughters, Carol Bitar, Newnan, Georgia, Cindy and John Eaton, Newnan, Georgia, Wendy and Tim Markey, Indianola, Iowa; sister, Helen Broitzman, brothers, Larry and Pat Avery; 16 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Glenn Cook; sister, Mable Bartle; husbands, James Brady and Paul J. Tollefson; stepsons, DuWayne and Daryl Tollefson.

There will be a 1:30 p.m. life celebration at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with a luncheon following at the Austin VFW. Inurnment will be at Grandview Memorial Gardens in Austin. Memorials can be sent to the family of Wendy Markey, 6996 Fillmore St., Indianola, IA 50125.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Thur., Sept. 1, 2011 ]

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NOTES:

According to the Social Security Death Index:

Paul Tollefson was born 8 APR 1926 and died JUL 1978; lived in Austin, MN.

James N. Brady was born 6 JUN 1924 and died 11 DEC 1998; lived in Austin, MN.

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ST. ANSGAR, IOWA - Donald Patterson, 93, of St. Ansgar died Tuesday, August 30, 2011, at Mercy Medical Center-North Iowa, Mason City.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, September 7, at Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church, Lyle, Minn., with Rev. Lydia Mittag officiating. Burial will be in Six Mile Grove Cemetery.

Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 4-7 p.m. at Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, 207 S. School St., St. Ansgar.

Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, St. Ansgar, is in charge of arrangements.

[ Globe Gazette on September 1, 2011 ]

(Photo above is from the Austin Herald, 9/3/2011)

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Donald Patterson, 93

Donald Patterson, 93, of St. Ansgar, died Aug. 30, 2011, at Mercy Medical Center North Iowa, Mason City, Iowa.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 7, at Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church, Lyle, , with Rev. Lydia Mittag officiating. Burial will be in Six Mile Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 4 to 7 p.m. at Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home, 207 S. School Street, St. Ansgar.

Donald Patterson, the son of John and Velma (Rutt) Patterson, was born on the family farm near Toeterville, Iowa, on March 28, 1918. He was a longtime member of the Six Mile Grove Church. Donald was united in marriage to Enid Sampson March 20, 1941, at the parsonage in Lyle. They farmed near Toeterville, where they raised their three children: a daughter, Shirley Mae, and two sons, David and Duane.

After retiring, Don and Enid were able to travel extensively and visit family and friends across the country. They also enjoyed numerous bus trips and a cruise.

Don was active in the community as a member of the school board, elevator board, Lions club and many other volunteer organizations.

Don is survived by his son, David (Betty), Apple Valley, Calif; son, Duane, St. Ansgar, Iowa and dear friend and caretaker, Linda Currens, St. Ansgar; grandchildren, Scott Patterson (and special friend Jodie Colwell) and Scott’s children, Corey and Megan, Apple Valley, Calif., Jeff Patterson (Jillean) and children Zyzick, Killian and Seth Patterson, Breanna, Shyanna, Adreanna and Bryson Urick, Apple Valley, Calif., Darin Patterson (Kristy) and children Keylee, Wyatt and Rowan, Hesperia, Calif.; Dawn Ratashak (Josh) and children Colby and Xander, Springfield, Ore. He is also survived by sisters, Neva Nelson, St. Ansgar, Helen Debner, Marble Rock, Iowa, Lois (Walt) Benesh, Austin; sisters-in-law, Ruth Patterson and Mildred Patterson, Osage; brother, John Patterson (Fran), St. Ansgar; also surviving are his sisters-in-law, Millie (Keith) Westling, Osage and Marilyn (Dean) Rockafellow, St. Ansgar; brother-in-law, Russell (Gladys) Sampson, St. Ansgar and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Enid; parents; daughter, Shirley Mae Patterson; great-grandson, Trenton Patterson; brothers, Max Patterson and Darrell Patterson; sister-in-law, Cleo (Kenneth) Weness; nephews, Rick Nelson and John Nelson; brothers-in-law, Otto Nelson and Clarence Debner.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Sat. Sept. 3, 2011 ]

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Wayne Wesley Rouhoff, 63, of Austin, Minnesota, died at his home on Wednesday, August 31, 2011.

Wayne was born on June 15, 1948, in Austin, to Wesley and Ella (Birdsell) Rouhoff. He graduated from Austin High School and Austin Vocational School. He served in the US Navy from October 1966 to June 1972, where he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device. Wayne married Valorie Willert on Sept. 17, 1969, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. On Jan. 1, 2011, Wayne retired from Austin Utilities where he was a heavy equipment operator and coal handler.

Wayne enjoyed spending time with his family. He was an avid sports fan. You could always find him in the basement sitting in his favorite chair, rooting for the Twins and the Vikings. He also enjoyed woodcarving, and he won a few blue ribbons at the fair for his bird carvings. Wayne was a member of the American Legion Post 91 and the Eagles Club of Austin. He will be greatly missed by his family

He was preceded in death by his father, Wesley Rouhoff and his in-laws, Al and Betty Willert.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Valorie Rouhoff, Austin; daughters, Shellie (Thomas) Wuertz, Austin, and Jennifer Wigant, Austin; six grandchildren, Megan, Madison and Maya Wuertz, Jacob Wigant and Jack and Jori Johnson; mother, Ella Rouhoff, Austin; brother, Keith Rouhoff, Austin; sister, Darlene (Wayne) Swanson, Park Rapids, Minn.; nieces and nephews.

Private family services will be held at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary. Friends are welcome to call or visit at the family home.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, Sept. 2, 2011 ]

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Birth: Apr. 26, 1899, Stacyville, Mitchell County, Iowa

Death: Feb. 13, 1952, Mower County, Minnesota.

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Albert J. Wolf, 52, died this morning at his home, 503 Center, after a short illness. He was proprietor of the Wolf grocery. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by the Mayer funeral home. Mr. Wolf is survived by his wife and nine children.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Wednesday February 13, 1952, page 15:2

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Carpenter, Iowa - Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Anderson attended the funeral of the latter's step-father Albert Wolf in Austin Saturday morning. He was a former Carpenter resident.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Thurs. Feb. 21, 1952, p. 15:8

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Albert J. Wolf was born Apr. 27, 1899, at Stacyville IA, the son of Joseph and Margaret Wolf. He resided at Chicago, Kilkenny, Minnesota, Stacyville, Carpenter, Iowa, and Osseo, Minnesota and for the past nine years in Austin at 503 Center.

He attended Visitation academy at Stacyville. In 1932 he was united in marriage with Kathryn Wagner at Stacyville. Mr. Wolf was proprietor of a grocery store. He died Feb. 13 after being ill about a month.

Funeral services were held at 9:30 a.m. Sat. Feb. 16 at Queen of Angels church, Msgr. D.A. Cunningham officiating. The Mayer Funeral home was in charge of arrangements.

Mr. Wolf is survived by his wife, Kathryn; nine children, James, Albert Jr., Robert, Geraldine and Mrs. Harvey Anderson of Carpenter Iowa, Mrs. Arnold Stanek of Austin, Mrs. Leo Hemann of Stacyville, Mrs. Richard Holgate and Mrs. Elmer Klapperich of Austin; three sisters, Vera Wolf of Montgomery, Alabama, Stella Adams of Dyersville and Angela Hickey of Stacyville; and two brothers, Joseph Wolf of Austin and Ralph Wolf of Stacyville.

Out-of-town persons attending the funeral were Sgt. Elmer Klapperich, Camp Rucker, Ala.; John Schneider, Waterloo; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Schneider and family, Mrs. Tony Brown, Adams; Mr. and Mrs. Val Wagner, Meyer, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Don Rawson, New Hampton, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Joe Wagner, New Haven, Iowa; Mr. and Mrs. Steve Bantiss and family, Mr. and Mrs. John Bissen, Johnsburg; Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Adams and Stanley Adams, Dyersville; Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Nolan, Waterloo; Mrs. Angela Hickey and son, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hemann, Stacyville; Phiilp Thome, St. Paul; and Vera Wolf, Montgomery, Ala. Pallbearers were Fred Hemann, Arthur Wolf, Frank Mauer, Harold Lysne, Frank Placek and Joe Melch.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Wed. Feb. 27, 1952, p. 19:2

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World War I Draft Registration: September 12, 1918--

Albert Joseph Wolf age 19 living at 1514 Hillside, Minneapolis, Minnesota; born April 26, 1899; bookkeeper for Minnesota Loan and Trust; single; nearest relative Joseph Wolf

NOTE: Albert married Catherine Schneider, the daughter of Servatius Schneider and Mary (Muellenbach) Schneider. Catherine Schneider was first married to Bernard "Barney" Wagner who passed away October 1938 in Stacyville.

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The Minnesota Death Certificates for Albert and Catherine Wolf say they were buried at Calvary Cemetery in Austin, Minnesota.

(Credit: Mike Petrie)

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Parents:
Joseph Nicholas Wolf (1874-1950)
Margaret Thome Wolf (1877-1952)

Wife:
Catherine Mary Schneider Wolf (1904-1989)

Burial: Calvary Cemetery, Austin, Mower County, Minnesota.

(Credit: DM Scott )

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The funeral services of Mrs. William Bonnallie were held at the home at one o'clock Tuesday afternoon and at the London church at two o'clock. Prayer was offered at the home by Rev. Sloane, and the preaching at the church, text John 14:1-2. The sermon was appropriate for the occasion; the prayer was offered by the pastor of the church.

The following hymns were sung by Mesdames George Hormel and Sloane and Rev. Sloane:
"I Will Sing You a Song of That Beautiful Land," "Face to Face," and "Safe in the Arms of Jesus." It was a very kind and beautiful thing of the choir of the Presbyterian church to do. A great many people attended these services, quite a number from Austin, besides relatives and friends of the deceased. The church could not seat all, the standing room being occupied. Beautiful flowers had been provided by the friends. Thus ends the earthly career of a good wife, mother, neighbor and member of the Presbyterian church. "She did what she could." Alfred Cressey.

Notes:

Anna Bonnallie, daughter of Edgar and Alida (Westervelt) Smith, was born on June 14, 1854 in Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York. She died on April 18, 1908 near London, Lyle township, Mower County, Minnesota. She married William Bonnallie on August 30, 1882 and they farmed near London.

She is survived by her husband William, seven children: William (Artie), Olive, Mary (Queen), Alida (Pearl), Charlotte, Margaret and George, all at home; sister Emma (James) Gowlland and brother Arthur Smith; several other relatives and a host of friends. She is buried at Woodbury Cemetery. Alfred Cressey who wrote the obituary was her husband's uncle.

Apparently Rev. Sloane was pastor of Central Presbyterian Church in Austin where Anna was a member.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, April 22, 1908

(Submitted by Dorothy Bonnallie/Ann (Bonnallie) Johnson)

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MRS. WILLIAM BONNALLIE.

Mrs. William Bonnallie, whose death we noted last week, was born in Poughkeepsie, N. Y., June 11, 1854. She was the daughter of the late Edgar Smith, one of the early settlers of Lyle township. The family moved to Dane county, Wis., in 1855 and to Lyle township in 1869.

She was married at her home to William Bonnallie Aug. 30, 1882, and this continued her home during her married life. She was converted early in life and united with the Presbyterian church at Woodbury, subsequently transferring her membership to the Central Presbyterian church of Austin. She died of diabetes April 18, 1908, after an illness of two weeks.

She was a devoted Christian, a good wife, mother and neighbor. Funeral services were held in the church in London village, April 21, the church being crowded. Rev. W. E. Sloane of Austin, pastor of the deceased, preached a sermon from John 14:1. Prayer was offered by Rev. Alborn, the United Brethren pastor. The Presbyterian choir from Austin sang beautifully and the floral tributes were very fine. Interment in Woodbury cemetery.

Deceased leaves a husband and seven children who will call her blessed for she did what she could. The children are, William Arthur, Olive Belle, Mary Corena, Alida Pearl, Charlotte Anna, Margaret Emma and George Edgar. Arthur A. Smith of this city is a brother of deceased.

Source: The Mower County Transcript, 29 April 1908, page 2, column 1, under heading "DEATHS"

NAME: Anna (Smith) Bonnallie

Credit: Mitche Helle, Oct. 2015

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Death Notice:

Mrs. William Officer of Myrtle was laid to rest in the London cemetery three miles north Sunday afternoon. A large procession followed the remains to her final resting place, she being among the old settlers here.

Source: Freeborn County Standard, Albert Lea -- July 26, 1928

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Isabelle (Bonnallie) Officer
1858-1928

Isabelle, wife of William W. Officer, passed away at her home in Myrtle, Minnesota, at 5:30 Thursday morning, July 19, 1928. The cause of death was heart failure. Mrs. Officer had not been well for some time, still her relatives thought her health was improving and her sudden passing was a shock to all, and cast a shadow of gloom over the entire community.

Isabelle, daughter of Thomas and Charlotte Bonnallie, was born in Cedar City, Mower County, Minnesota, June 15, 1858, and had reached the age of seventy years, one month and four days at the time of her death.

At the tender age of seven years she was left motherless, and from that time until her marriage she made her home with an aunt, Mrs. John Niles.

On July 14, 1883, she was united in marriage with William W. Officer. There were two daughters born from this union.

She is survived by her husband; two daughters, Ann (Mrs. E.N. Russ, Robinsdale, Minnesota), Gladys of Myrtle; three brothers: William of Lyle, Minnesota, Jerry of Everett, Washington, and Thomas of Minneapolis; and by a host of friends.

At an early age she accepted Christ as her leader and affiliated with the Methodist Church.

She was a most devoted wife and mother, a true friend, a kind and considerate neighbor, loved and revered by all who knew her.

She lived an unselfish life, a life from which there radiated that tender love and sympathy that tends to lighten the burdens and sorrows of those about her, a life full of kind and unselfish acts. The mortal life of this wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend is ended, but to those who survive, she has left a priceless heritage of a life so full of good deeds, and unselfish acts of kindness, that all who knew and loved her know that this world of ours is much better because of the beautiful life she lived.

Funeral was held on the lawn of her home in Myrtle, Sunday afternoon, July 22nd, at 2:30 o'clock. Services were conducted by Rev. H. W. Bondo, Albert Lea, and Dr. E.P. Robertson, President of Wesley College, Grand Forks, N. Dakota. Interment was made in the London Cemetery.

Source: Freeborn County Standard, Albert Lea -- July 26, 1928

NOTE:
E.P. Robertson was her step brother, son of Mrs. Peter Robertson, second wife of Thomas Bonnallie.

(Submitted by Dorothy Bonnallie/Ann (Bonnallie) Johnson)

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A.A. Smith Passed Away Yesterday,
Lived near Myrtle with his Daughter.
Funeral Saturday.

A.A. Smith passed away Thursday afternoon at 4:00 o'clock at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. E. Nelson of near Myrtle.

Mr. Smith was eighty-one years of age and although his health had been failing for some time, he was able to be up and around yesterday until 2:30 in the afternoon.

Nearly all of his life he had been a resident of the community in and around Austin. For the past four years, since the death of his wife, he had made his home with his daughter, Mrs. Nelson.

Those who mourn his death are one son, L.E. Smith of Mankato, Mrs. Nelson and five grandchildren.

The funeral services will be held at the Presbyterian church in Austin on Saturday at 2:30 o'clock with Rev. Coleman officiating. Burial will be in Woodbury Cemetery.

Source: Albert Lea Evening Tribune, June 9, 1939

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Arthur A. Smith

1858-1939

Arthur A. Smith was born on September 24, 1858, near Belville, Dane county, Wisconsin, son of Edgar and Alida Smith. The first ten years of this life were spent with his parents on the farm. In the fall of 1868 the family left Belville by covered wagon, and settled on a homestead, now known as the William Bonnallie farm, southwest of Austin, in Mower county. He began his education in the old Ames school, later attending high schools of Albert Lea and Austin, completing his course at the latter.

On May 7, 1883, Mr. Smith was united in marriage to Emma A. Ames of Austin. The young couple moved to Sioux Falls, South Dakota, where Mr. Smith worked for the International Harvester Company. On July 30, 1885 a daughter named Hazel was born to them. She passed away on February 28, 1923; and her mother had passed away a few weeks after her birth -- September 13, 1885, at Sioux Falls.

After the death of his wife, Mr. Smith and Hazel returned to Austin, where the former became an employee of the C.M. St. Paul Railroad, working as a carpenter for a number of years.

On April 9, 1890 Mr. Smith was joined in marriage to Caroline G. Kaar of Princeton, Illinois. To this union two children were born, Lore Edgar of Mankato, and Mrs. Myrtle Mary Nelson of Myrtle. The couple settled in Princeton, and Mr. Smith became a building contractor. In the year 1898 Mr. Smith and his family returned to Austin, where he established himself as a contactor, making a specialty of barn building. They lived at 589 South Fourth Street, Austin, until 1925 when they moved to Marshall, Minnesota, where with his son, Lore, he engaged in the implement business.

Two years later, Mr. Smith moved to Milroy where he operated a hardware and implement business. Two years later, Mr. Smith retired from active business and settled at Myrtle which was their home until Mrs. Smith passed away on June 10, 1935. Since that time Mr. Smith has made his home with his children, Lore of Mankato and Myrtle of Myrtle.

Mr. Smith passed away on June 8, 1939, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. E. E. Nelson of Myrtle, following an acute heart attack earlier in the day. The hour of his departure was 4:15 p.m. He had attained the ripe age of 80 years 8 months and 18 days.

Two sisters, Mrs. Ann[a] Bonnallie and Mrs. Emma Gowlland preceded him in death.

He leaves to mourn his departure his son Lore of Mankato and his daughter Myrtle of Myrtle, five grandchildren and several nephews and nieces.

Mr. Smith was an ardent member of the Central Presbyterian Church for many years. In the course of his service he became a trustee, an elder, and superintendent of the Sunday school, giving an excellent account of his stewardship in all capacities. In the year 1935[8?] the central session made him elder emeritus, an honor that delighted his heart. He has passed on leaving behind a record worth emulating, "With long life will I satisfy him, and show him my salvation."

Source: Albert Lea Evening Tribune -- June 17, 1939

Note: Arthur Smith is buried at Woodbury Cemetery.

(Submitted by Dorothy Bonnallie/Ann (Bonnallie) Johnson)

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Norma Jean Schroeder, 76, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Friday evening, Sept. 2, 2011, at Mayo Clinic Heath System in Austin.

She was born on October 7, 1934, to Charles and Minnie (Moeler) Henaman in Spencer, Iowa. Norma grew up in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. On May 6, 1953, she was united in marriage to Donald Schroeder in Jackson, Minn. Norma owned and operated a daycare center over 18 years in Austin and attended Crane Chapel. Her hobbies included collecting ceramic roosters and horses. Her family was her life, and being with them made her the happiest.

Survivors include two sons, Doug (Shellie) Schroeder of Austin and Doran (Darcy) Schroeder of Austin; five grandchildren, Jason Anderson of Austin, Irene (Scott) Hill of Austin, Kevin (Mindy) Schroeder of Delano, Minn., Dylan Schroeder of Austin, and Dana Schroeder of Austin; seven great-grandchildren, Damian Schroeder of Austin, David Schroeder of Austin, Vatia Schroeder of Delano, Miranda Anderson of Austin, Alyssa Anderson of Austin, Sabrina Anderson of Austin and Dezeray Hill of Austin; two great-great-grandchildren, Myla Flores of Austin and Dawson Hill of Austin; two sisters, Ruby Hughes of Spencer and Ester Baxter of Langdon, Iowa; one brother, Darrell Henaman of Lyle, Minn., along with many other wonderful relatives and friends.

Private family services will be held at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Sept. 5, 2011

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Norma Jean Schroeder, 76, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday evening, September 2, 2011, at Mayo Clinic Heath System Austin.

She was born on October 7, 1934, to Charles and Minnie (Moeler) Henaman in Spencer, Iowa. Norma grew up in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. On May 6, 1953, she was united in marriage to Donald Schroeder in Jackson, Minnesota. Norma owned and operated a daycare center more than 18 years in Austin and attended Crane Chapel. Her hobbies included collecting ceramic roosters and horses. Her family was her life, and being with them made her the happiest.

Survivors include two sons, Doug (Shellie) Schroeder of Austin and Doran (Darcy) Schroeder of Austin; five grandchildren, Jason Anderson of Austin, Irene (Scott) Hill of Austin, Kevin (Mindy) Schroeder of Delano, Minn., Dylan Schroeder of Austin and Dana Schroeder of Austin; seven great-grandchildren, Damian Schroeder of Austin, David Schroeder of Austin, Vatia Schroeder of Delano, Miranda Anderson of Austin, Alyssa Anderson of Austin, Sabrina Anderson of Austin and Dezeray Hill of Austin; two great-great-grandchildren; Myla Flores of Austin and Dawson Hill of Austin; two sisters, Ruby Hughes of Spencer and Ester Baxter of Langdon, Iowa; brother, Darrell Henaman of Lyle, Minn., along with many other wonderful relatives and friends.

Interment will be at Langdon Cemetery in Langdon, Iowa, at 1 p.m. Oct. 8, 2011. Her family and friends are invited to attend. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Source: Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Sept. 30, 2011

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Juanita “Nita” Huffman, 83, of Austin, died Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011, at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester.

Juanita Lillian Haney was born July 12, 1928, to Aaron S. and Lutina C. (Noble) Haney in Freeborn County. She attended Motley High School and on February 22, 1947 married Edwin “Pete” Kominek in Staples, Minn. Pete passed away on Sept. 25, 1996. On Aug. 31, 1999, she married Roy Huffman in Austin. Roy passed away Oct. 9, 2008. Nita worked at Kinsman and Johnson Floral for 28 years and at Regner’s Cleaners for 13 years. She enjoyed having company and liked playing cards. She enjoyed spending winters in Arizona and meeting new friends there. Nita also liked going to the casinos.

Survivors include her son, James Kominek, Austin; six grandchildren, Deanna Belden, St. Peter, Dean (Barb) Kominek Jr., Brownsdale, Dawn (Todd) Retterath, Austin, Daitra (Jon) Wersal, St. Peter, Chad (Laurie) Kominek, Austin, Amy (Pat) Meyer, San Jose, Calif.; 18 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Edwin “Pete” Kominek; second husband, Roy Huffman; son, Dean Kominek, Sr.; three daughters, Marsha Miller, Kathy Kominek, Kimberly McAlister; granddaughter, Lisa Anderson; two brothers, John Wesley Haney, Clayton Stanley Haney, both in infancy; sister, Geraldine Stelck.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Jeffrey Forbes officiating. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. The family prefers memorials to the donor’s choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011 ]

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OTRANTO, IOWA - Donald Keith Wilder, age 66, of Otranto, passed away Sunday, September 4, 2011, peacefully in his home, under the care of his family and Iowa Hospice.

Funeral services will be held at 8 p.m. Thursday, September 8, 2011, at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home in Osage with Pastor Dave Byrd, Iowa Hospice Chaplain, officiating. Following services, cremation will take place with inurnment at Woodbury Cemetery in rural Lyle, Minn. Visitation will be held from 3:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home.

Don "Donnie" was born on December 15, 1944, in Mason City, to Andrew "Jack" Jackson and Elmira (Smith) Wilder.

Don married Peggy Gauthier on February 20, 1962, and was blessed with six children. They later divorced. Don married Mary Malloy on March 15, 1983, and was blessed with two children. They later divorced. Don was a carpenter and construction worker in Mitchell County and in the Chicago, Illinois area.

Don is survived by his children, John (Melissa) Wilder of Manhattan, Illinois, Jeff Wilder of Plano, Texas, Jodi Wilder (Michael Ring) of Otranto, Jennifer (Tim) Nordlof of Plymouth, Minn., Jane Wilder of Two Harbors, Minn., Callie Wilder (Travis Jones) of Kailua Village, Hawaii, Russell Wilder of Otranto; nine grandchildren: Austin Wilder and Shane Wilder of Manhattan, Illinois, Jade Wilder of Otranto, Hunter Nordlof and Alayna Nordlof of Plymouth, Minn., Drew, Devan, Donovan and Darian Wilder of Two Harbors, Minn.; brother, Roger (Barb) Wilder of St. Ansgar; sisters, Janine (Darwin) Neuman and Joan (Steven) Braun of St. Ansgar; 16 nephews; 22 nieces; 13 great-nieces; 18 great-nephews; three great-great-nieces; four great-great-nephews; and special friend, Cheryl.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Laurel, Marlin and Doyle; infant son, Donald, Jr.; a nephew; two great-nephews; and a great-niece.

Information available and condolences accepted at www.champion-bucheitfuneralhome.com. Champion-Bucheit Funeral Home, 641-732-3706.

[ Globe Gazette online, September 6, 2011 ]

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(August 14, 1912 - September 6, 2011)

Mabel Julett Zrucky, age 99 formerly of Austin, passed away on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 at her daughter’s home in Monticello, Minnesota.

Mabel was born on August 14, 1912 to Michael and Jennie Neus in Adams, Minnesota. She married Joseph Zrucky on October 17, 1931 and they resided in Austin, Minnesota, their entire life together. They were blessed with two sons and one daughter.

Mabel was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved having family gatherings and she enjoyed cooking and baking for all her friends and relatives. Mabel also enjoyed playing bingo, bridge, and 500. She was an active member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church for many years and enjoyed participating in the church circle. Mabel has made her home the last ten years with her daughter in Monticello.

Mabel is survived by her three children: Sons: Richard (LaVonne) Zrucky, Byron, Minnesota, Paul (friend Carol) Zrucky, Rochester, Minnesota; Daughter: Mary Rousselow, Monticello, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Mabel is preceded in death by her husband, granddaughter Terri Exe, six brothers and three sisters. Blessed be her memory.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM at St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Austin, Minnesota, on Monday, September 12th. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service.

The family requests memorials to St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

Source: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home obituary -- www.clasenjordan.com

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Mabel Julett Zrucky, 99, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2011, at her daughter’s home in Monticello, Minn.

Mabel was born on Aug. 14, 1912, to Michael and Jennie Neus in Adams, Minn. She married Joseph Zrucky on Oct. 17, 1931, and they resided in Austin their entire life together. They were blessed with two sons and one daughter.

Mabel was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved having family gatherings and enjoyed cooking and baking for all her friends and relatives. Mabel also enjoyed playing bingo, bridge and 500. She was an active member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church for many years and enjoyed participating in the church circle. Mabel has made her home the last 10 years with her daughter in Monticello.

Mabel is survived by her three children: sons, Richard (LaVonne) Zrucky, Byron, Minn., Paul (friend Carol) Zrucky, Rochester, Minn.; daughter, Mary Rousselow, Monticello; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, two step-great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Mabel is preceded in death by her husband; granddaughter, Terri Exe; six brothers and three sisters. Blessed be her memory.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ron Barnett officiating. Visitation will be at the church for one hour before the service.

The family requests memorials to St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, Sept. 9, 2011

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Russell Duane Nelson, age 74, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on Monday September 5, 2011 at REM Woodvale, Albert Lea.

He was born January 30, 1937 in Freeborn County Minnesota to George Nelson and Mayme (Lowry) Nelson. He has resided in Plainview, Rochester, St. Peter, Austin, and most recently Albert Lea.

Survivors include two sisters, Fern Giffin of Austin and Grace (Paul) Fauth of Lander, Wyoming; brother-in-law Del Ryland of Scottsdale, Wyoming; sister-in-law Eleanor Nelson of Woodenville, Washington; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister Mary, and brother George.

Private burial services will be held at a later date at Moscow Lutheran Cemetery. The family prefers that memorials be made to the American Red Cross or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home obituary, 9/7/2011

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Russell Duane Nelson, 74

Russell Duane Nelson, 74, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on Monday September 5, 2011, at REM Woodvale, Albert Lea.

He was born Jan. 30, 1937, in Freeborn County, Minnesota to George Nelson and Mayme (Lowry) Nelson. He has resided in Plainview, Rochester, St. Peter, Austin and most recently, Albert Lea.

Survivors include two sisters, Fern Giffin of Austin and Grace (Paul) Fauth of Lander, Wyo.; brother-in-law, Del Ryland of Scottsdale, Wyo.; sister-in-law, Eleanor Nelson of Woodenville, Wa.; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary and brother, George.

Private burial services will be at a later date at Moscow Lutheran Cemetery. The family prefers memorials to the American Red Cross or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements.

Source: Austin Daily Herald online, Sept. 8, 2011

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Henry “Hank” Cheney, 66, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.

Hank was born on August 17, 1945, in Oelwein, Iowa, to Henry Sr. and Donna (Van Sickle) Cheney. He graduated from the Spring Valley High School in 1964. He served in the Navy from 1965 until 1969. On Aug. 14, 1971, he married Joan Hanson at the Bethel Lutheran Church in Rochester. He worked for Crenlo for several years and then Hormel in Austin for 26 years. He was a member of the Masons, the Shriners, the American Legion and the Eagles. He enjoyed old cars, crossword puzzles and his dog, Sheba.

Hank is survived by his wife, Joan of Austin; daughter, Christina Bain of Spring Valley; son, Michael of Austin; six grandchildren, Joshua, Justin, Richard, Katarina, Christopher and Haylee; great-grandchild, L.J.; sister, Janice (Freeman) Welch; two stepbrothers, Russell (Charlotte) Wilson of Birmingham, Ala., and A.G. (Audrey) Wilson of Gillette, Wyo.; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, Alford Wilson and a stepsister, Ann Durst.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 12, at the Scheie Lutheran Church in rural Mabel with the Rev. Mary Waudby officiating. Burial will be in the Scheie North Cemetery with military rites by the American Legion. Visitation will be 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at the Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel and one hour prior to services at the church.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Sept. 8, 2011 ]

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(June 14, 1919 - August 17, 2011)

Lola (Kruger) Lysne, age 92, of Austin, died Wednesday, August 17, 2011 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems, Austin.

Lola was born on June 14, 1919 in Parshall, North Dakota to Clarence and Mathilda (Holden) Orpen. Lola attended school in Hayfield. On February 23, 1938, Lola married Marvin Kruger in Rochester, Minnesota. After Marvin’s death in 1967, Lola married Harold Lysne.

Lola was very artistic; she enjoyed painting, cross stitch and crocheting and she was known for her gardening and flowers. Lola especially loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Lola was preceded in death by her husbands, Marvin Kruger and Harold Lysne; son, Larry Kruger; son-in-law, Larry Jensen and sister, Donna Nowell.

Lola is survived by her daughters: Barbara Jensen, Austin, Minnesota; and Becky (Steve) Schneberger, Cloquet, Minnesota; step daughters: Pam (Alan) Wigant, Austin, Minnesota; Judy (Mike) Wolfe, Tempe, Arizona; 12 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren; brother: Clarence (Joanne) Orpen, Jr, Austin, Minnesota; sister: Marilyn (Hollis) Jacobsen, Columbus, Montana.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Reverend Karen Behling officiating. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 5 to 8 pm on Friday and for one hour before the service on Saturday.

[ Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home obituary -- www.clasenjordan.com/ ]

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Rose Caroline Kneeskern, 83, died Thursday, August 25, 2011, surrounded by love and family.

She was born October 15, 1927, to Stanley and Elizabeth Wytaske. Rose married Ronald Kneeskern in Austin on January 18, 1947.

She was an active member of the First United Methodist Church, an avid birder and all-around nature enthusiast. Her interests included family, gardening, birding, reading, tai chi and having fun with her close friends.

Rose is survived by her sister, Bernice (Bob) Green; her daughter, Beth Shade; and grandchildren, Carolyn Shade, Emily (Yusef) Carrillo, Allie (Adam) Kemper and Joseph (Jane) Shade. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Kneeskern, son, Roger Kneeskern and siblings, Helen, John, Stanley and Franny.

A memorial service is planned for Saturday, Sept. 3, 2011, at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist church in Austin.

[ Rochester Post-Bulletin online 9/3/2011 ]

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Wilma E. Gill, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, at Mercy Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa.

Wilma Elaine Heidtke was born on February 19, 1924, to Otto and Lottie (Bly) Heidtke in Spring Valley, Minnesota. On June 6, 1944, Wilma married Erwin Lawrence Gill in Spring Valley. The couple made their home together in Austin, where Wilma worked at Hormel before having their two children, Phillip and Debra. After the children were grown, she worked as a cook for the school district. Wilma enjoyed baking, crocheting, and making kitchen towels and washcloths. She loved giving to others. She especially loved to spend time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and close friends. Wilma moved to Iowa in April 2011 and lived with her daughter, and then resided at Emerson Point from July until her death.

Survivors include her son, Phillip (Linda) Gill; daughter, Debra (Paul) Miller; six grandchildren, Emily Gill, Valerie (Greg) Michek, Katie (David) Falco, Natalie, Nathan, and Austin Miller; five great-grandchildren, Ashton, Nolan and Jaycee Michek, Dominic and Jillian Falco; special friend, Rita Heyer.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Erwin; brother and sister-in-law, George and Oretta Heidtke; sister and brother-in-law, Doris and Kenneth Renslow and special friend, Martin Heyer.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 12, 2011, at the First United Methodist Church in Austin with Pastor Marilee Benson officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to the family for distribution to their charities of choice.

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

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 ]

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Goldie M. Hjelmen, 80, of rural Blooming Prairie, died Thursday, September 8, 2011, at her home.

Goldie Mae Berge was born October 24, 1930, in Decorah, Iowa, to Paul and Palma (Johnson) Berge. Goldie’s family moved to Austin, Minnesota, where she graduated from Austin High School in 1949 and worked at Hormel. On June 2, 1951, she married Gordon Hjelmen in Austin. The couple started their family in Blooming Prairie, later moving to the farm in Westfield Township, Dodge County, Minn. Goldie had many talents and interests, including ceramics, knitting, crocheting, gardening, baking, and crossword puzzles. She was a member of the First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie. She spent several years caring for her grandchildren, who brought her much joy.

Survivors include her husband, Gordon of Blooming Prairie; three sons, Steven Hjelmen of Blooming Prairie, Richard (Renee) Hjelmen of Garrison, S.D., Michael Hjelmen (Tammy Bordeaux) of Blooming Prairie; 12 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Marion Strong of Blooming Prairie; one brother, Gordon (Elaine) Berge of Waterville, Minn.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Norma Berge, Betty Enright, and Tevaleen Winger; daughter, Mary Hjelmen Gifford; one grandson, Michael John Hjelmen.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, September 12, at the First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie with Pastor Charles Leonard officiating. Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at First Lutheran Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 ]

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Harold Lincoln Jarvis, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at Cerenity of Marian, St. Paul.

Harold was born February 12, 1920, in Brownsdale, Minnesota, to Lyle and Birdie Marie (Cordon) Jarvis. He was raised in Austin; and on December 21, 1941, he was united in marriage to Sheila Jacobson. He was employed at Hormel Foods for 40 years. He was a member of Fellowship United Methodist Church, the Moose Club, Eagles Club, the American Legion and the VFW. His hobbies included hunting, fishing and golfing, and he always had horses on his acreage.

Survivors include his son, Ronald (Lynnette) Jarvis of Lakeville; daughters, Dee (Jody) McDaniels of St. Paul Park and Nancy (James) Mayer of Port St. Joe, Fla.; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Richard (Evelyn) Jarvis of Austin; sisters, Lois (Ross) Rockwell and Gladys Lillie of Austin; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sheila and his brother, Howard.

Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Saturday Sept. 10, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216.

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

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, Sept. 9, 2011 ]

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Birth: Oct. 16, 1929, Adams, Mower County, Minnesota

Death: Aug. 5, 2003, La Crosse, La Crosse County, Wisconsin

David John Amble, age 73, of Lansing, passed away Tuesday morning, August 5, 2003, at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, Wis.

A celebration of life service was held Friday, August 8 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with Pastor Laura Gentry officiating. Arrangements were made by the Cremation Society of Eastern Iowa.

Dave was born on October 16, 1929, in Adams, Mower county, Minnesota, the son of Jesse and Anna (Munson) Amble. He graduated from East Waterloo High School in 1947. Dave married Jean Johnson in 1951. He joined the Air Force where he taught electronics. After his discharge, he worked as a tool and die maker while attending Iowa State Teacher's College in Cedar Falls, now the University of Northern Iowa, graduating in 1957. Dave married Nancy (Osen) Sherwood on August 3, 1970. He worked as a mechanical engineer for Dana/Echlin, retiring in 1995.

He served on the Eastern Allamakee School District school board, the Lansing Marina Board, and was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council. Dave loved fishing the Mississippi River with his friends. He dearly loved his family and friends and will be missed by all.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy; a son, David G. (Joan) Amble of Darien, Conn.; a daughter, Congresswoman Michele (Marcus) Bachmann of Stillwater, Minnesota; two sons, Gary (Lori) Amble of Shawnee, Kansas, and Dr. Paul (Margaret) Amble of Guilford, Conn.; two step-sons, Commander George (Marised) Sherwood of Allen, Texas, and Scott (Jennifer) Sherwood of Spring Grove, Illinois; a sister, Adys Taber of Cedar Falls; a step-father, Elmer Tufte of Cedar Falls; and 13 grandchildren.

Memorial donations may be made to Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Lansing.

[ Waukon Standard -- August 20, 2003 ]

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OBITUARIES

Earl John Amble, son of Sarah and Anfind Amble, was born on November 28, 1906 in Adams, Minnesota.

In that community, he grew up and obtained his public education until graduation from Adams High School. Religiously, he received baptism and confirmation and was guided in the Lutheran doctrine at Little Cedar Church.

Except for a few years in Michigan, Earl mainly spent his life in the vicinity of Adams and Austin. For approximately the past seven years he made his residence in Austin and was employed by the Hormel Company.

Throughout the years he grew to have and maintain many true, loyal, devoted friends. His pleasing personality, kind heartedness, love for nature and genuine character made him loved by many.

On May 11, 1952, a serious car accident left him in critical condition. Following a few days' hospitalization, during which time he showed improvement, he suddenly developed a lung complication which ended in fatality the night of May 15, at the age of 45 years, 5 months and 17 days.

Preceding him in death were his father and mother; sisters, Dorothy and Alma, and a brother, Nordeen.

Surviving to mourn his loss are a brother, Jesse of Waterloo; a sister, Cora (Mrs. F. W. Nelson) of Stuart, Iowa; two nieces, Adys (Mrs. Ralph Taber) and Janice Nelson; three nephews, David Amble, William and Donald Nelson; as well as numerous friends.

Funeral services were held May 20, at Little Cedar Lutheran Church in Adams, Rev. M. L. Witte officiating. Interment was in Little Cedar Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 22, 1952, pg 23 ]

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Adolph Lybeck was born the son of Hans Anderson Lybeck and his wife, Ella, in Pleasant Valley Township, on July 30, 1896.

He was baptized and confirmed in Bear Creek Lutheran Church. Most of his life was spent on the farm on which he was born.

In 1944, he moved to Grand Meadow and lived there until his death. He passed away at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, on Sunday morning, May 18, 1952, at the age of 55 years, 9 months and 18 days.

He is survived by six sisters: Mrs. Mary Hanson and Mrs. Christ Skifter, Grand Meadow; Mrs. George Root, Spring Valley; Mrs. Alice Ratcliff, Cresco, Iowa; Mrs. Alma Hart, Swift Current, Saskatchewan, Canada; and Miss Mabel Lybeck, San Diego. One brother, Sigward, passed away on May 11, 1943; and a sister, Mrs. Lena Olson, Niagara, N. Dak. passed away on October 25, 1951.

Funeral services were held on May 20, 1952, at Bear Creek Lutheran Church, Rev. J. Skepstad officiating. Interment was in Bear Creek Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 22, 1952, pg 23 ]

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OBITUARIES

1887 — Melvln Basness — 1952

Melvin Basness, son of Ronog and Knute Basness, was born on December 12, 1887, in Udolpho township, Mower county, Minnesota.

He passed away on May 18, 1952, at 9:45 a. m., at his home in Moscow township, after an illness of about six months.

He lived in Udolpho, Newry and Moscow townships during most of his lifetime. He was united in marriage with N. Clara Braaten July 28, 1928. To this union one child was born.

He leaves to mourn his death, his wife, N. Clara, of Corning Community; one daughter, Madalen, (Mrs. Ronald Ormsby), of Austin; two step-sons, Johnnie H. and Chester A. Johnson, both of Corning Community; three grandchlldren; four brothers, Albert, Edward and Selmer of Red Oak Grove and Robert of North Dakota; and one sister, Ella Christiansen, Red Grove.

His parents and two brothers preceded him in death.

He was a veteran of World War I, and served overseas as a cook in the medical corps. He was a member of VFW, Blooming Prairie, Post 878, and a lifelong member of Red Oak Grove Church.

Funeral services were held at the home at 1:30 p.m., and at the Red Oak Grove Church at 2 p.m., Rev. Alf Romstad officiaing. Mrs. Romstad sang two elections, Mrs. Dale Braaten being the organist.

Pallbearers were George Kittleson, Selmer Trihuis, Theodore Lestrud, Halvor Todalen, Adolph Severson and Edwin Jolson, all of whom were veterans of World War I. Interment in Red Oak Grove Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 23, 1952, Pg 13 ]

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FUNERALS

Funeral services for Ernest J. (Swede) Ludvigson, 1314 W College, will be held at 3 p.m. Monday at St. Olaf Lutheran church, Rev. Arthur L. Swenson officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Jordan chapel until noon Monday.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 24, 1952, Pg 11 ]

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Miss Hannah Hackett, Waterloo, who had been staying at the James Mortensen home with her sister, was taken to the hospital at Austin Friday where she passed away Saturday morning. Burial was at Waterloo.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 28, 1952, Pg 12 ]

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PATRICK MURRAY

Patrick Murray, 66, died Sunday morning at his home in Brownsdale after a lingering illness.

He is survived by his wife, Hermina; and four step-daughters.

Mrs. George Ross (Lydia), Austin; Mrs. Willard Lawrence (Leona), Austin; Mrs. Wesley Jan (Ida), Vallejo, Calif.: and Mrs. George Scott (Dorothea), Pullman, Wash. Funeral services will be held Thursday.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 12, 1952, page 15 ]

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Murray, Patrick Funeral services for Patrick Murray will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the family home in Brownsdale and at 2 o'clock at Our Saviour Lutheran church, Brownsdale. Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral home until 4 p. m. Wednesday. Rev. P. L. Friedrich will officiate with burial in Grand View Memorial Gardens.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 12, 1952, page 15 ]

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Funeral services for Patrick Murray will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at the family home in Brownsdale and at 2 o'clock at Our Saviour Lutheran church, Brownsdale. Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral home until 4 p. m. Wednesday. Rev. P. L. Friedrich will officiate with burial in Grand View Memorial Gardens.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 13, 1952, page 13 ]

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OBITUARIES

1885 - PATRICK MURRAY - 1952

Patrick Frank Murray, 66, son of Hugh and Elizabeth Murray, was born on August 9, 1885, in Iosco Township, Janesville, Minnesota, and passed away May 11, 1952, at Brownsdale, Minnesota.

Services were held at Our Savior's Lutheran Church with Rev. Paul Friedrich officiating. Interment was at Grand View Memorial Gardens.

On October 29, 1926, he was united in marriage with Hermina Wolfgram and they made their home in Austin until 1950 when they moved to Brownsdale. While in Austin, Mr. Murray was employed by the Municipal Light Plant until he retired due to ill health.

He is survived by his wife, Hermina; four step-daughters: Mrs. George Ross (Lydia), Mrs. Willard Lawrence (Leona), Austin, Mrs. Wesley Jan (Ida), Vallejo, Calif., and Mrs. George Scott (Dorothy), Pullman, Washington; six grandchildren: Mrs. Melvin Corson, George M. and Ronald Ross, Austin, Mrs. Robert Copley, Mrs. Lloyd Plantz and Lois Jan, Vallejo; and one great-grandchild, Joanne Corson, Austin; three sisters: Mrs. Mary Ryan, Miss Margaret Murray, Janesville, and Mrs. John Mulcahy, Cedar Rapids, Iowa; one niece and three nephews.

Pallbearers were George M. and Ronald Ross, Louis and Paul Kopischke, Melvin Corson and Donald Meier.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 29, 1952, page 11 ]

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DEATHS--

JAMES A. SCHOFIELD

James A. Schofield, 74, died Wednesday evening at his home, 811 E. Water.

He is survived by his wife, Louise, and a daughter. Mrs. Emmet Crowley, Minneapolis.

Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 29, 1952, page 11 ]

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FUNERALS--

Funeral services for James A Schofield, 811 E. Water, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Mayer Funeral home, Rev. Gerald F. Makepace officiating. Interment will be at Oakland Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald, May 29, 1952, page 11 ]

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