Ronald H. Smith, 65, of Big Lake went to be with his Lord, peacefully, Friday October 14, 2011, surrounded by his family at home.

Ron was born in Austin, June 16, 1946, the son of Howard and Nettie Smith, and was raised in Lansing. On Oct. 17, 1964, he married Mildred Kaye Andersen. They were together 17 years and had three children. During that time Ron worked for Tempo, Hormel Foods and Combined Insurance. On Feb. 11, 1989, Ron Married Pam Ihrke. He and Pam resided in Plainview, Rochester, and for the past 12 years, Big Lake.

Ron worked for Sunrise Assisted Living, and Hoglund Bus Company. Ron was an avid sportsman and looked forward each year to hunting deer with his crew of family and friends. He relished every opportunity to go fishing and especially enjoyed his weekends with Pam at “the shack.” Ron also enjoyed playing cards, golf and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife Pam, of Big Lake; son, Raymie (Sarah) of Austin; son, Tim (Val) of West Concord; daughter, Kayla (Bill) of Hutchinson; one brother, Randy (Kim) of Blooming Prairie; three sisters: Phyllis of Eagle, Idaho; Dee of Dallas; and Shirley of Bettendorf, Iowa. Ron had seven grandchildren, Nick, Tannis, Treyvis, Grace, Ada, Carter and Ella.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Sharon.

A visitation is scheduled for Wednesday Oct. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Svea Hill Community Covenant Church in Big Lake; 16392 235th Ave, Big Lake, MN 55309. The Funeral Service is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20, at 11 a.m. at the same location with visitation starting at 10 a.m.

Please see tjhslife.weebly.com/ron-smith-memorial.html for details and directions.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Tuesday, Oct. 18, 2011 ]

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Aug. 14, 1871
Feb. 26, 1901

OBITUARY.

Died, at her home in this city, Feb. 25th, Mary Pinkava Schroeder.

The funeral will be held from the house on Jay street, Thursday, Rev. C.D. Beiden officiating. The interment will be in Oakwood cemetery. Twice within a fortnight we have been called upon to chronicle a death in this family. A week ago last Sunday, the father was buried and now the daughter is summoned home.

Mary Pinkava Schroeder was born in Bohemia August 14th, 1871. About twenty years ago she came to America and settled in Austin where she lived in her father's home. Here she was married May 29th, 1896 to Fred Schroeder and since that time she has made her home in Austin.

For nearly two years she has been ill and the disease, consumption, left little room for hope of recovery and when death finally came it was to release the tired body. To the husband and to the family doubly bereft, we extend our sympathy.

[Austin Daily Herald; Austin, Minnesota, February 26, 1901; Page Two.]

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SERVICES HELD FOR STELLA ROE, 89

Funeral services were held on Monday January 25, 1988, at the LeRoy Lutheran Church in LeRoy, Minnesota, for Stella Roe, age 89, who passed away Thursday, January 21, 1988, at the Riceville Community Rest Home, where she had resided for the past 18 years.

Stella Roe was born on May 4, 1898 in Minnesota, the daughter of ____sie and Martin Hermanson.

On November 23, 1916 she was united in marriage to Lewis Roe. They farmed in the LeRoy area until 1964, when they moved into LeRoy. For many years Stella was organist at the West LeRoy Lutheran . . .

She is survived by four children , _____ of Stillwater, Minn.; Orville of ___burg, Florida; Norma (Mrs. Dale ________), of Rio Rico, Arizona; and (Mrs William Mayer) of _____; 13 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her _____, and one daughter, Carol.

Interment was in the LeRoy Lutheran cemetery, with the Hutchins Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.

[ From a clipping on file at the Riceville Public Library -- Note: The left edge of the clipping was cropped off of the photo image that this transcription was made from, so the original is totally legible. ]

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The funeral service for Patricia Rae Wendorf will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, at St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, 30450 570th Avenue, Waltham, MN, with Rev. John Heruth officiating. Interment will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery.

Patricia Rae Wendorf, 79, died at her home in Hayfield on Oct. 17, 2011. Pat was born July 27, 1932, in Laurens, Iowa, the daughter of Delmer and Eila (Nichols) Perrigo and had two brothers, Lonnie and Terry Perrigo. The family moved to rural Sargeant in 1948. Pat graduated from Austin High School and in later years enjoyed her class reunions and luncheons. Pat married Wally Wendorf on June 4, 1950. They had six children and made their home in the Waltham area.

Pat was a happy wife and homemaker. Raising six kids was a full time job. Between cooking (she was a great cook!) cleaning, laundry, vegetable and flower gardening, canning, and sewing, she was plenty busy. Pat and Wally were members of St. Michael’s Lutheran Church in rural Waltham. Throughout the years, Pat enjoyed singing in the choir, was a member of the Ruth Circle and enjoyed her turn hosting the monthly dinner and Bible study lesson, and worked on many church projects and dinners.

Pat and Wally enjoyed going to old-time dances when they were younger and taught the kids to dance, twirling around the kitchen table. They often got together with neighbors and friends to play cards and played games with the kids at family gatherings.

Pat is survived by her husband of 61 years, Wally; their children, Diane Klein of Brainerd, Don (Linda) of Lyle, Lonette (Tom) Brown of Hayfield, Sally (Russ) Wildeman of Hayfield, Gina (Dan) Moser of Oslo, 17 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Pat was preceded in death by her parents; son, Rolly; two brothers, Lonnie, and Terry Perrigo; infant sister; in-laws, Gus and Clara Wendorf; son-in-law, Naven Ingvalson; brothers-in-law, Gus and Bob Wendorf.

Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, at the Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 Second St. NW in Hayfield, Minn., and one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Family prefers memorials to the Hayfield Ambulance Fund. Blessed be her memory.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Oct. 19, 2011 ]

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Cecil Wayne “Mike” McGonigle, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday evening, October 31, 2011, at Sunrise Cottages in Rochester, Minnesota.

He was born August 31, 1921, to Ray and Eunice (Holt) McGonigle in Ellsworth, Iowa. Growing up in Iowa, he graduated from Eagle Grove High School. He was a prisoner of World War II. He earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and Bronze Star.

He married Viva Wentzel on August 21, 1942 in Glendale, California. After the war, Cecil and Viva moved to Austin where Cecil worked for Geo. A. Hormel & Company for 35 years. They lived in the same house for 65 years. Cecil was a member of Crane Community Chapel, Mower County Genealogy Society, Mower County Historical Society, the VFW and was an avid reader.

Survivors include his wife, Viva of Austin; daughters, Gloria Bahr of Rochester; Gail (Bruce) Lunde of Merrifield; son, Michael (Linda) McGonigle of East Moline, Illinois; eight grandchildren, Brian (Deb) Bahr, Erin (Kennan) Kroll, Daniel (Emily) McGonigle, Mesa Watson (Stanley Flowers), Tara Cornelius, Kjirstin (Scott) Bingel, Jori (Scott) Shore, Gretchen (Chad) Bill; 20 great-grandchildren, Stephinee, Noah, Caleb, Gabriel, Sahnje, Seth, Sean, Nick, Mason, Evan, Hannah, Ezra, Sierra, Elijah, Chris, Aiden, Ethan, Mackenzie, Hailey, Ethan; nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Eunice and two brothers, Arlo and Ronnie.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday Nov. 5, 2011, at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with The Rev. Dale Christiansen officiating. call at the church one hour prior to the service. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements. Interment is at Grandview Cemetery with military rites by VFW Post 1216 and American Legion Post 91. Memorials are preferred to donors’ choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald, November 3, 2011 ]

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Lorraine K. Jennings, 95, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on Saturday, October 15, 2011, at the Grand Meadow Healthcare Center.

Lorraine was born November 28, 1915, in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, to John and Mary (Spellman) Jennings. She graduated from St. Augustine High School (now Pacelli) in 1934. Lorraine was a beautician.

Survivors include nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be 1 p.m. Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, at Calvary Cemetery with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Oct. 19, 2011 ]

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William F. “Bill” Lenz, 70, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Monday, October 17, 2011, at his home.

Bill was born May 12, 1941, in Stewartville, Minnesota, to William and Evelyn Lenz. He grew up in Austin. Bill married Dixie Joy Burton of Austin on February 3, 1962. To this union of love and patience was born two sons, Daniel and Brian. Bill worked for Hormel Foods for 40 years until his retirement in 2003. He was a loving father and grandfather, and he will be missed by all.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Dixie, of Austin; two sons, Dan (Edie), of Austin and special granddaughter, Maddie; Brian (Angie), of Albert Lea; brothers, Warren, of Rochester; Mark (Nancy), of Austin; many friends; nieces and nephews; aunts, uncles and cousins; all of whom he dearly loved.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Bonnie.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church with Rev. Ron Barnett officiating. The family will greet friends one hour before the service at the church on Friday. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Thursday, October 20, 2011 ]

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Arlene C. Bustad, 81, of Austin, died on Monday, Oct. 17, 2011, at Our House Memory Care.

Arlene was born on March 12, 1930, in Austin, Minn., to Martin and Emma (Rierson) Bustad. She graduated from Austin High School in 1948. Arlene attended her freshman year at St. Olaf College and graduated from Purdue University in 1952. Arlene was in sales and was a buyer for Dayton’s. She was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church and the University Women’s Group.

Arlene was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her brother, M. Arthur (Corinne) Bustad, Bemidji, Minn.; nephews, Marcus Bustad, Stillwater, Minn., Jonas Bustad, Bemidji; niece, Aana Bustad, Plymouth, Minn.; friends: Arvid and Lois Jovaag, Austin, Minn.

A memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in the Westby Chapel with the Reverend Pam Aandahl Solberg officiating. Interment will be at Marshall Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may greet the family at the church immediately following the memorial service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Thursday, October 20, 2011 ]

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BORN IN AUSTIN, MINNESOTA

Donald R. Brown, 84, of Blooming Prairie, died Thursday, Oct. 20, 2011, at Prairie Manor Care Center, Blooming Prairie, Minn.

Donald Richard Brown was born Sept. 16, 1927, in Austin, Minn., to Justin and Grace (Dawley) Brown Morgan. He attended school in Rose Creek and Austin, served in the Army from 1945-1947, and then graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1948. On Oct. 15, 1952, he married Lorraine Klemmensen at Trinity Church in Bixby, Minn. Don was employed by Associated Grocers and Gateway Foods, working as a truck driver and a warehouse foreman for more than 40 years. He retired in 1994. Don was a member of First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie. He enjoyed gardening and yard work.

Survivors include his wife, Lorraine of Blooming Prairie; children, Raymond (Dell) Brown of Hollandale, Minn., Rodney Brown (Debra Benson) of Blooming Prairie, Douglas Brown of Albert Lea, Minn., Jeanne (Greg) White of Cambridge, Minn.; seven grandchildren, Wade Brown, Christopher (Melissa) Brown, Stacy Brown, Marcy (Al) Wegleiter, Andrew White, Michaela Brown, Renae (Doug) Horecka; five great-grandchildren; brothers, Ralph (Marge) Brown of Owatonna, Minn., and Gary (Alice) Morgan of Clearwater, Minn.; sister, Verna (Howard) Busho of Owatonna.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Justin and Grace; brother, Merle; daughter-in-law, Marsha Brown; sister-in-law, Betty Brown.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, at First Lutheran Church in Blooming Prairie with Pastor Heidi Heimgartner officiating. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday at Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at Union Cemetery in Bixby. Military rites by American Legion Post 52 and VFW Post 878. The family prefers memorials to the recipient of donor’s choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Blooming Prairie Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Oct. 21, 2011 ]

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David A Larson, 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday, October 18, 2011, at St. Mary’s Hospital.

He was born April 14, 1929, in South St. Paul to Louis and Thelma (Brunson) Larson. He grew up in South Saint Paul where he graduated from high school. He subsequently received a degree from The University of Minnesota. In 1952, after serving in the Army, he moved to Austin and began working at Geo. A. Hormel Co. On May 29, 1954, he married Patricia Salmon of Claremont. He worked at Hormel for 39 years, retiring from the Human Resources Department in 1991. His retirement years were spent traveling with Pat throughout the U.S. and numerous foreign countries, experiencing the world’s wonderful lands.

Dave enjoyed activities with his many friends, including fishing trips to Canada and South America, and golfing at the Austin Country Club. His beloved grandchildren brought him much joy as he actively shared in their lives and watched them participate in school and sports activities. He was a fan of spectator sports and closely followed University of Minnesota athletics, Twins baseball, Vikings football and Wild hockey.

Survivors include his wife, Pat; sons, Doug (Kathy) Larson, St. Michael; Jeff (Debbie), Mannford, Okla.; Steve (Rhonda), Mantorville; six grandchildren, Sarah, Austin, Lindsey, Ryne, Brady, and Nickolas); three step-grandchildren (Audrey Jones, Danny Morall, and Darcey Shepard; brother, Lewis, Carrollton, Ga.; sister-in-law, Joan Salmon of Tucson, Ariz.

He is preceded in death by his parents, and son, Terry.

A memorial mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Friday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. The family will also greet friends at a luncheon at the Hormel Historic Home following the service. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Hormel Institute for Cancer Research or donor’s choice.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Thursday, October 20, 2011 ]

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Helen Pepper, 85, of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died on Wednesday, October 19, 2011, at Heritage Court Memory Care with her family by her side.

Helen was born in Mansfield, Minnesota, on August 28, 1926, to Inger and Louis Katzung. On April 2, 1945, she married her high school sweetheart, Lowell Pepper. He preceded in her in death on Aug. 1, 2011.

Helen and Lowell settled in Austin. In 1964, they moved to St. Paul. After their children were grown, Helen began her employment with 3M. She was very proud of her 20-year career there. She especially enjoyed her time as a supervisor in the Promotional Services Department.

In January of 1987, Helen and Lowell both retired from 3M. They moved to Arizona where they spent the next 22 years.

She loved to learn new techniques to share with fellow stitchers. She was also a master gardener. Her love of flowers and nature was evident her entire life. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, walking, and socializing with her many friends. In December of 2008, they moved to Eau Claire to be near family.

Helen is survived by her sons: Michael (Sherry), Austin, and Patrick (Brenda), Houston, Texas; daughter: Peggy (Randall) Casper,Eau Claire, Wis; grandchildren: Robert (Carla) Pepper, Anna (Chad) Erie, Christopher (Jessica) Pepper, Kate (Zak) Kroum, Andrew, Scott and Sarah Casper; step-grandchildren: Brad and Bryan Trimble, and Jairus Ayles; seven great-grandchildren and one step-great-grandson. She is also survived by her sisters: Nadine Johnson, Austin, and Mary Ann Flaten, Clear Lake, Iowa; step-brother-in-law: Paul Anderson, Albert Lea,and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years; her parents; her step-father, Grant Kjos; her mother and father-in-law, Amy and Earl Pepper; grandson, Thomas Pepper; step-sister, Beverly Anderson; brothers-in-law, Thomas Flaten, Richard Johnson, Delmar (Juanita) Pepper, Walter (Georgette) Pepper; sisters-in-law, Helen Jo Picard, Ruth Schenck, and Jean Tabor; and nephew, Gary Pepper.

Funeral Services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, October 24, 2011, at Lenmark-Gomsrud-Linn Funeral Home, 814 First Ave. in Eau Claire with Pastor Jim Page officiating. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery.

[Mitchell County Press, Wednesday, September 3, 1924]

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Delwyn “Doc” Bicknese, age 55, died on October 19, 2011, in Grand Meadow, Mower county, Minnesota.

Doc was born August 11, 1956, to Darold and Donna (Rasmussen) Bicknese. He graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1974.

While in high school, Doc was a standout athlete. On July 24, 1982, he was united in marriage to the love of his life Laurie Smith at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley. Doc began working at Marzolf Implement in June 1974 as a parts manager and was working there at the time of his death.

Doc had a love and passion for coaching. He coached girls basketball at Kingsland Schools for eight years, with four years as varsity basketball coach. He also coached for Spring Valley Park and Rec for several years during his children’s years of participation.

Doc’s hobbies included playing softball for over 40 years, including playing on the Rochester Businessmen’s team, playing and coaching basketball, Wednesday night communion with his friends; walking with his buddy, Zoe and spending time with his family. During his years of coaching, he was even able to be his wife’s softball coach. More than anything, Doc was very proud of his family.

Doc is survived by his wife, Laurie Bicknese, Spring Valley; three children: Scott (Whitney Kloss) Bicknese, Yosemite National Park, Calif, Lisa (fiancee Dustin Kimball) Bicknese, Spring Valley, Erik Bicknese, Spring Valley; his mother: Donna Hall; sister: Darla (Gary) Fitch, Kasson; brother: Darin (Tracy) Bicknese, Spring Valley; mother and father-in-law Leo and Maxine Smith, Spring Valley; sisters-in-law: Julie (Steve Sharp) Howard, Spring Valley, Kathy (Todd) Merkel, Spring Valley, Jody (Bryan) Hagan, Spring Valley, Becky (Joel) Merkel; brother-in-law: Rick (Cheryl) Smith, Spring Valley; 17 nieces and nephews and 16 great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his dog, Zoe.

He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Nicole and his fathers Darold Bicknese and Kenneth Hall.

In honor of Doc’s memory, a memorial fund has been set up at Home Federal under the Del Bicknese Memorial/Scholarship Fund.

Funeral services for Doc will be Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 25, 2011, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery in Wykoff.

Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Sat., Oct. 22, 2011 ]

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Peter Klapperich
Killed In Auto
Accident Tuesday Night

Peter Klapperich, age about 21 son of Mr. and Mrs. Steve Klapperich, residing northwest of Johnsburg, Minnesota, was almost instantly killed Tuesday night when his Dodge car turned over into a ditch a few miles northwest of Johnsburg. The young man was driving home from Adams when he tried to pass another car which had stopped because of faulty lights. In trying to pass, the Klapperich car caught the fender of the other car and skidded into the ditch. When he tried to right the car it somersaulted, it is believed, throwing him out and crushing his chest. There were no marks or cuts found on his body.

John Smith, who was on his way home came upon the scene and did his best to revive Mr. Klapperich. The parents were notified immediately and the body was taken to the farm home. It was a terrible blow to the parents, relatives and friends. The young man was their only son, a fine fellow and a hard worker, and his sudden taking away has caused intense pain to all.

He is survived by his parents and three sisters, Katie, Barbara and Paulina.

[Mitchell County Press, Wednesday, September 3, 1924]

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He was buried at St. Johns Cemetery, Johnsburg, Minnesota.

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1920 United States Federal Census
Name: Peter Kapperick
Birth: about 1904 - Minnesota
Residence: 1920 - city, Mower, Minnesota

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Donald Duane Dankert, 82, of Austin, died Friday afternoon, Oct. 21, 2011, at his home in Austin.

He was born on January 4, 1929, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Elsie Dankert and William Svestka. At the age of 16, Donald became a baptized member of the First United Methodist Church. He attended school in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1947. He then attended Austin Junior College for two years, before entering the Army. He served from 1951 to 1953 in Korea. After his discharge, Donald returned to Austin, where he was united in marriage to Evelyn Enright on May 11, 1957. The couple made their home in Austin, where Donald worked as a U.S. Postal Carrier from 1956 until his retirement in 1989.

He was a member of American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. He enjoyed playing golf, cards and bowling. He was a founding member of the Cedar River Golf Club in Adams.

Survivors include his wife, Evelyn Dankert of Austin; three children, James (Bridgette Reinsmoen) Dankert of St. Paul; Thomas (Sheri) Dankert of Austin and Susan (Rick Cole) Dankert of Playa De Carmen, Mexico; three grandchildren, Vivienne Dankert of St. Paul; Erin and Jack Dankert of Austin.

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

Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2011, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Marilee Benson of the First United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow the service at Oakwood Cemetery with military honors by American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 25, and one hour prior to the service at the Worlein Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 24, 2011 ]

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Louise Brown (nee Cawley) 89, of Minneapolis, and formerly of Rose Creek, Minnesota, died October 22, 2011.

She was born on October 12, 1922. She was employed by Peavey Co. (ConAgra) for many years, and on July 13, 1968, she was united in marriage to Lyle Brown in Minneapolis.

She is survived by her loving husband, Lyle Brown; sisters, Lucena Regan and Margaret Quale; nieces, Kathleen (Denny) Hanson, Mary Lou (Don) Blaeser and Joyce Regan; and nephew, Terrance (Mary) Regan.

She is preceded in death by parents, James and Catherine Cawley; brothers, Patrick, James, Martin and Anthony; sister, Anne Cawley; nephew, James Regan; and mother-in-law, Amy Brown.

Mass of Christian burial will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, at Assumption Catholic Church, 51 W. Seventh St., St. Paul, with a visitation a half-hour before mass at church. Interment will follow at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Austin Daily Herald, Wed., Oct. 26, 2011

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Mark Allen Dingley, 56, of Anchorage, Alaska, died Oct. 9, 2011, in Anchorage.

He was born January 31, 1955, in Austin, Minnesota, to Arleen Louise (Overocker) and Leonard Allen Dingley. He graduated from Austin High School and was a roofer, painter, warehouseman and janitor. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and reading.

Survivors include his sisters, Pamela McKibben, Anchorage, Cathy Hill, Omaha, Neb., Lori Northup, Vancouver; brother, Matthew Dingley, Austin; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews living all over the United States.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Arleen Louise Overocker Dingley; father, Leonard Allen Dingley; grandfather, Willis Bradley Overocker; grandmother, Anna Isabelle Overocker; grandfather, Edward Dingley; grandmother, Zoe Dingley.

Small, graveside services will be held next summer at Woodbury Cemetery. Evergreen Memorial Chapel in Anchorage is in charge of arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald, Wed., Oct. 26, 2011

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Natalie “Tollie” Kolb, 97, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 22, 2011, at Our House Memory Care.

Natalie was born on September 15, 1914, in what was then Poland/East Prussia to Emil and Ida (Schlender) Draheim. Her early years of growing up in a small farming community were disrupted by World War I, which destroyed the family farm and forced several relocations. Rather than staying to rebuild after the war, the family chose to immigrate to the U.S. and landed at Ellis Island in 1925.

The family migrated to Austin, Minnesota, where Natalie was educated at St. John’s Lutheran School, joined Geo. A. Hormel & Co., and became a naturalized citizen. She married Chris W. Kolb and had one daughter, Sharon. In 1957, Natalie joined Chris in operating the Kolb Bakery family business until retiring in 1972.

Woven throughout the demands of the business, Natalie maintained a lifelong participation in St. John’s Lutheran Church and varied Austin area activities. She golfed extensively, enjoyed card games with family and friends, her flower garden and bowled until she was 80 years old. Her early life trials and tribulations were transformed into a gentle love and involvement in her family’s lives in which she took great pride and pleasure.

Natalie’s legacy will be that of an appreciative citizen and a dedicated daughter, wife, mother and grandmother to her family.

Survivors include her daughter, Sharon Peroutka, Austin; two grandsons, Gregg (Leigh) Peroutka, Chanhassen, Thomas (Brenda) Peroutka, Eden Prairie; three great-grandchildren, Gina, Ryan and Nathan Peroutka.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Chris Kolb on May 15, 2000; brother, Edmund Draheim Sr.; sister-in-law, Gladys Draheim; son-in-law, Donald Peroutka.

A funeral service will at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 2011, at St. John’s Lutheran Church with Rev. William Natzke officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

The casket bearers will be Gregg Peroutka, Thomas Peroutka, Gina Peroutka, Ryan Peroutka, Nathan Peroutka, and Ed Draheim.

Memorials are preferred to St. John’s Lutheran Church or donor’s choice. Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Oct. 25, 2011 ]

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Maude Esther (Corrigan) Decker

May 4, 1900 – August 2, 1986

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MRS. JANEAN CUNDERLA’S MOTHER, 86, DIES IN AUSTIN

AUSTIN, MINNESOTA -- Austin – M. Esther Decker, 86, of Austin and formerly of Osage, Iowa, and mother of Mrs. Donald (Janean) Cunderla of Rochester, died Saturday at an Austin nursing home.

The former M. Esther Corrigan was born May 4, 1900, at Gilman, Iowa. She moved to Lyle with her family as a child and attended schools there.

On July 16, 1919, she married Morse Decker in Union Township, Mitchell County, Iowa. They farmed in Union Township, and then moved to the McIntire, Iowa area to farm. In 1962, they retired and moved into Osage. The couple moved to Austin in 1975. Mr. Decker died in 1980.

In addition to her daughter in Rochester, she is survived by three grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Amy Cashman, of San Diego.

The funeral will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Champion Funeral Home in Osage, with the Rev. Mark Garrison of First United Methodist Church of Austin officiating. Burial will be in Osage Cemetery.

Friends may call after 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home in Osage.

[Clipping - Monday, August 4, 1986]

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Minnesota Death Index:
Name: Maude Esther Decker
Birth Date: 4 May 1900
Death Date: 2 Aug 1986
Death County: Mower
Mother's Maiden Name: Andrews
State File Number: 021564; Certificate Number: 021564 -- Certificate Year: 1986
Record Number: 2223271

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Marguerite Dorothy Esse, 95, of Austin, Minnesota, died Wednesday morning, October 26, 2011, at Our House Memory Care. Marguerite Dorothy Fischer was born August 10, 1916, to Frederick and Petra (Martin) Fischer in Austin where she grew up and graduated from Austin High School in 1934. She worked at JC Penney in the women’s dress department.

On October 9, 1937, she married Ellsworth Esse at St. Olaf Lutheran Church. They made their home in Austin where she took care of her parents. An active member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church, Marguerite volunteered in WELCA, donut making and many other activities. She also enjoyed square dancing. They moved to Primrose Apartments in 2003, and in 2005 Marguerite moved to Our House Senior Living. Ellsworth passed away on August 6, 2007.

Survivors include her sister-in-law, Dorothy Fischer of Bloomington; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frederick and Petra Fischer; husband, Ellsworth; brothers, Clyde, Nathan and Wilbur Fischer, as well as one in infancy; sisters, LaVonne Nelson, Ruth Gibson and Viola Sucha.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday, October 31, 2011, at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin with Associate in Ministry Todd Portinga officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service. Interment is at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, October 28, 2011 ]

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Howard Raymond “Howie” Peterson, age 80, of LeRoy, Minnesota, died on Thursday, October 27, 2011, at the Ostrander Care and Rehabilitation, where he had resided since 2004.

Howard was born March 9, 1931, near Taopi, Mower county, Minnesota, to Henry Emil and Sadie Ovidia (Johnson) Peterson. He attended and graduated from LeRoy High School in 1949 and was united in marriage to Betty Johnson on Feb. 2, 1951. Together they farmed in LeRoy Township until their retirement.

Howie enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, cruising the local countryside, watching football games and playing 500.

He is survived by his wife: Betty Peterson, the Ostrander Care Center; five children: Lynn and wife Chris Peterson, Kasson and their daughter Amber Peterson, Lila and husband Rodney Pierce, Rochester and their sons Ryan and Justin, Brad Peterson, LeRoy, Kelly Peterson, Sydney, Australia and Scott and wife Jennifer Peterson, LeRoy and their children Serena and Ty Peterson.

Howie was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Lorraine and Marcella; and a brother Donald.

Funeral services for Howard will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011, at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy with the Rev. Rolf Wangberg of the LeRoy Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery.

Friends may call at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday and hour prior to the service also at the funeral home.

Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Sat. Oct. 20, 2011 ]

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Alice Elizabeth Sathre, age 87, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2011, due to complications of dementia.

Alice was born in Balaton, Minnesota on July 30, 1924, to Irish immigrants, Patrick and Lizzie (Kane) Crilly. She graduated from Tyler High School and eventually made her way to Austin, where on May 17, 1947, she married her best friend and the love of her life, Paul Sathre.

Alice volunteered countless hours in many capacities at Queen of Angels Church and School. She also found satisfaction in her associations with Sacred Heart Hospice Auxiliary, Meals on Wheels, and the VFW charitable gambling committee.

After raising her six children, Alice entered the workplace at the Austin Clinic, she continued on at the Hormel Corporate Office and R & D, IB Industries, and Amy Swain’s Audiology office. She enjoyed playing bridge, dancing, various crafts, and supporting whatever adventure Paul conjured up. Being involved in her children and grandchildren’s lives and activities brought Alice countless hours of joy.

We fondly remember our mom and grandma as having the “never take the easy way out” attitude, always there for all of us with her “big girl pants pulled up,” head down, sleeves rolled up, and boots on the ground-ready to take on whatever curveballs life threw at her-from the blood curdling cries six kids can make, from the many painful earaches of her first born baby to the Parkinsons disease that ravaged dad and consumed mom’s tireless energy, and all those in between. We children were blessed to have her and dad by our sides as we have traversed life’s paths; the joys and sorrows that we experienced, they experienced with us.

We feel our mom/grandma is most remembered and cherished as being truly devoted; devoted first and foremost to her husband; her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren; to her mother, brothers, sister; her volunteer opportunities; her friends and neighbors and importantly her Catholic faith, from which she gathered strength and guiding principles. We feel truly blessed to have had our Irish mom/grandma with her beautifully dimpled smile as a selfless role model whose legacy of love and devotion we can always look to for inspiration and guidance in our lives.

Survivors include her six children: Michael (Lorelee) Sathre, Inver Grove Heights, Paulette (Don) Schlichter, Apple Valley, Danny (Janeen) Sathre, Jacksonville, Ore., Charlotte (Dan) Knutson, Bloomington, Scott (Jana) Sathre, Allendale, Mich., Christine (Kevin) Schwab, St. Louis, Mo.; 11 grandchildren: Treana (Andrew) Mungovan, Dane Sathre, Corey (Sheana) Schlichter, Tracey Schlichter, Kanette Sathre, Yvonne (Beau) Garrett, Katie Knutson, Kyle Knutson, Joshua Sathre, Elizabeth (Jake) Snellink, Emily Schwab; two great grandchildren: Kieran and Nora Mungovan; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul in 2008; their daughter, Priscilla; grandsons, Christopher Sathre and Matthew Knutson; her four brothers and one sister.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 31, 2011, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 2 p.m. CCW rosary and a 4:30 p.m. wake service on Sunday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. The casket bearers will be Alice’s grandchildren.

Memorials are preferred to Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Sat. Oct. 20, 2011 ]

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Paul George Landherr, age 86, of Rose Creek, Mower county, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on Thursday, October 27, 2011.

Paul was born on January 7, 1925, in Rose Creek to John and Margaret (Majerus) Landherr. He was a life long resident of the area and received First Holy Communion at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in 1932.

The family farmed together until his parents retired to Rose Creek in 1959. Paul worked several short-term jobs including Kilgore Creamery and Rose Creek Lumber until he eventually found employment with Sheedy Dairy, driving a milk truck.

Eventually he purchased one of their trucks to become self employed until illness forced him to sell. If there was one part of his life Paul loved, it was his years as milk man. He very much enjoyed his customers. After recovery from cancer, he then spent several years doing lawn mower and other small engine repair from his garage until he retired.

Paul was a colorful, outspoken person not easy to forget. He really enjoyed tinkering in his shop, blowing snow, mowing lawns, riding his bicycle and arguing politics.

Paul was able to reconnect with the girl he was fond of in the late 1950s and married Linda in 2005. The couple enjoyed nearly seven years of shared memories, companionship and traveling to visit relatives while building their brief life together.

Survivors include his wife: Linda Landherr, Rose Creek; brother: Albert (Evie) Landherr, Austin; sister-in-law: Sandra Martin, Joplin, Missouri; a niece, Lori (Don) Boesen, Owatonna; a nephew, Steve Landherr, Waterloo, Iowa; two grandnieces. Amber and Alisa Boesen; three stepsons: Dave (Kari) Prescott, Springfield, Illinois, Kevin (Kim) Prescott, Litchfield Park, Arizona, Allen Pierce, St. Cloud; two step daughters, Cynthia (Steve) Koller, Atlanta, Illinois, Lisa Canady, Decatur, Illinois; several step grandchildren; three step great-grandsons; and many cousins.

He is preceded in death by his siblings, Arnold and Emma in infancy; his sister, Arleen; parents; grandparents; parents-in-law, Floyd and Aletha Skou; brothers-in-law, Charles Martin Jr., Ricky Skou and Gary Skou.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Rose Creek with Father Tom Loomis officiating. There will be a 6 p.m. rosary on Monday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and also one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday.

Interment will be in Six Mile Grove Lutheran Cemetery.

The casket bearers will be Randall Majerus, Arnold Majerus, Gerald Majerus, Steve Landherr, Don Boesen and Dave Prescott.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Sat. Oct. 20, 2011 ]

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Gilbert M. “Gib” Heimerman, 82, of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on Saturday, October 29, 2011, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Gilbert M. “Gib” Heimerman was born on November 12, 1928, in Stacyville, Iowa to Michael and Anna (Rauen) Heimerman. He grew up on a farm in the Stacyville area, later moving to Austin, Minnesota where he worked as a Glazier for many years until he retired in 1991. He was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church, and a member and past president of the Fraternal Order of Eagles 703.

On August 31, 1957, he was united in marriage to Shirley Davis at Queen of Angels Catholic Church. Gib was a devoted husband and a loving father and grandfather. He enjoyed working in his garage and watching the Minnesota Twins.

Survivors include his wife, Shirley, Austin; five children, Kimberly (Scott) Duncomb, Austin, Chrys Heimerman, Stewartville, Scott (Julia) Heimerman, Las Vegas, Shellie (Keith) Lorenzen, Sioux City, Iowa, Thomas (Terri) Heimerman, Woodbury; ten grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother, John (Thresia) Heimermann, Blooming Prairie; sister, Dorothy (Loris) Larson, Austin; sister-in-law, Marcene Heimerman, Stacyville, Iowa; several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Anna Heimerman; brothers, Gregor, Paul (Adella), Francis, Joseph (Angie), Michael (Wuanita), Sylvester (Judy); sisters, Stella (Leo) Smith, Rose (Clem) Mullenbach, Cecelia (Albert) Gilgenbach; nephews, Ronald Heimerman, Wayne Heimermann, and Alan Larson.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2011, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 6:30 pm rosary on Tuesday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. The family will also greet friends at a luncheon following the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011

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Funeral notice: Gilbert M. Gib Heimerman, 82

Gilbert M. “Gib” Heimerman, 82, of Austin, died peacefully on Saturday, October 29, 2011, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Service: A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating.

Visitation: There will be a 6:30 p.m. rosary on Tuesday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m.

Interment: Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Funeral Home: The family will also greet friends at a luncheon following the service at the church on Wednesday.

Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2011

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Rhonda Tunison, 61 of Hayfield, Minnesota, died Saturday morning, October 29, 2011, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Rhonda Jean Lewis was born on January 11, 1950, in Austin, Mower county, Minnesota, to Robert C. and Mina L. (VanEpps) Lewis. Rhonda grew up mostly in the Austin area, later moving to Colorado, then to Washington, Wyoming, and settling in Hayfield. Rhonda loved spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed animals, gardening, sewing, baking, cooking, and talking on the phone.

Surviving are her children, John (Dee) Sheetz of Wyoming, Tressa (Ron) Hodges of Hayfield; grandchildren, Cody Sheetz and Alex Sheetz, both of Albert Lea, Amanda Hodges of Hayfield; great grandchildren, Lailah, Logan, Kaylee, Madison, Austin, Dante; sisters, Jackie (Richard) Christgau of Austin, Connie (Al) Rempke of Colorado, Linda Brazell of Colorado, Mara Ruff of Colorado, Robin (Dennis) Stenzel of Delavan, Kathy (Glen) Goodell of the Twin Cities, Didi (Rick) Morrison of Austin; brothers, Bob (Kathy) Lewis of Claremont, Wain (Paulette) Lewis of Austin, Tom (Joyce) Lewis of Rochester; stepmother, Cathy Lewis of Austin; special friends, Frosty Miller, Jan Duncan, Louise Lingbeck, Carol Earl,

Joann Unger, LaVonne Dearmin. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mina Asmus, father, Robert Lewis, husband, John Tunison, friend, Del Lingbeck. Rhonda has asked for no public funeral service. Private family service will be held at a later date.

The Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is in charge of arrangements.

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

Austin Daily Herald, Monday, Oct. 31, 2011

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Durward M. “Stan” Standinger, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, October 30, 2011, at Comforcare Good Samaritan Center, Austin.

Durward Standinger was born on August 3, 1918, in Jackson, Minnesota, to George and Maude (McCracken) Standinger. He graduated from high school in New Richland and attended teacher’s college for one year. On March 29, 1943, he was united in marriage to Norma Hoven in New Richland. He enlisted in the Navy in 1943 and served for three years. He was employed as a plumber and steamfitter, working for Scheid Plumbing for 35 years, and then for Boiler Control Service for 15 years. Stan enjoyed hunting, fishing, played baseball in the Southern Minny League as a catcher and enjoyed “umpiring.” He was a member of the American Legion, Knights of Columbus, and Local 6 United Association of Steamfitters.

Survivors include one son, David Standinger of Livingston, Montana; daughters, Kay (Bob) Miller of Rochester and Lori (Robert) Bartee of Chesapeake, Va.; eight grandchildren, Kristen Kiecker, Kelly Olson, Briana Coons, Jacob Coons, Amy Standinger, Jennifer Standinger, Mindy Kenyon, Brandon Standinger; 10 great grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Maude; wife, Norma in August 2011; son-in-law, Bruce Coons; sister, Helen Hansen; brother, George Standinger.

A Memorial Mass will be 11 a.m. Saturday, November 5, 2011, at Queen of Angels Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. Military rites by American Legion Post 91. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home, Austin.

[ Austin Daily Herald, November 3, 2011 ]

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Maxon Leonard Crumb, 89, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, November 1, 2011, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Maxon Crumb was born December 2, 1921, in New Richland, Minnesota, to Winfred and Mary (Chicos) Crumb. Max served in the Army in 1943 and 1944. He married Isabel Reistad on August 10, 1946, in New Richland. On August 10, 2011, Max and Isabel celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary with their Family.

Max was the Manager of Hunting Elevator in Matawan and Lansing for 34 years and enjoyed farming in his retirement years. He was a member of Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Brownsdale, Minn., for more than 50 years. Max was a wonderful brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.

Survivors include his wife, Isabel Crumb; sons and daughters-in-law, Randy (Judy) Crumb, Jim (Barb) Crumb, Becky Crumb; daughters and sons-in-law, Mary Farnham, Jane (Tim) Gavin, Katy (David) Kallemeyn; 12 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; brothers, Rich and Bill Crumb; sisters, Genelle Bergerson and Sister Janel Crumb.

He is preceded in death by his son, Mark Crumb; parents; brothers, Jack, Tim, Harvey, Charles, Thornton and Robert Crumb; sisters, Margaret Rollenhagen, Dorothy Bungarden and Janice Downhour.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated noon Friday, Nov. 4, 2011, at Our Lady of Loretto Catholic Church in Brownsdale with Father Dale Tupper officiating. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery in New Richland with military rites by American Legion Post 75.

[ Austin Daily Herald, online, Nov. 2, 2011 ]

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Josephine M. Forcelle, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, October 31, 2011, at her home.

Jo was born August 4, 1918, in Hampton, Minnesota, to Mathias and Catherine (Tix) Rech. She grew up in Faribault and later met Emery J. Forcelle. On August 29, 1940, she and Emery were united in marriage. The couple moved to Austin. Emery preceded her in death on October 11, 1993.

Jo was a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Austin. She enjoyed spending time with her family, attending family activities, playing cards and visiting with her many friends.

Survivors include her two sons, Donald Forcelle, Blooming Prairie, Marvin Forcelle, Rochester; four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents; four brothers and two sisters.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes and Father Richard Loomis officiating. There will be a 6:30 p.m. wake service on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. and one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald, online, Nov. 2, 2011 ]

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Nancy Carol Johnson, age 73, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday evening, November 3, 2011 at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea.

Nancy Carol Lewis was born September 6, 1938 in Austin, Minnesota to Clark and Olga (Tonder) Lewis. She grew up in Austin, graduating from Austin High School in 1956. Nancy and Charlie Johnson were married on January 20, 1957 in Austin. Together they owned and operated Austin Bowl until it burned down. They later divorced, but continued to be friends. In 1984 she moved to Albert Lea. An avid bowler, Nancy also liked to read, play dice, bingo, cards (especially ‘Hand and Foot’ with the grandkids), and do crossword puzzles. Her favorite TV show was ‘Wheel of Fortune’. She was a good listener and especially enjoyed being with her family.

Survivors include her children, Gerald Johnson of Austin, Cheryl (Mike) Nelson of Glenville, Linda (Larry) Barclay of Austin, Gail (Dan) Nasby of Albert Lea, Bobbie Jo (David) Utzka of Hollandale; 15 grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; sister-in-law Katherine Lewis of Austin.

She was preceded in death by her parents Clark and Olga; one son James Johnson; brother Robert Lewis.

A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday November 7, 2011 at Crane Community Chapel in Austin with Rev. Dale Christiansen officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin. Per the family’s request, everyone is invited to dress casually.

[ Worlein Funeral Home obituary, 11/4/11 ]

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Vincent L. Pieper, age 84, of Rose Creek, died Thursday evening, November 3, 2011 at his home.

He was born November 20, 1926 in Newhall, Iowa to Louis and Marie (Spratte) Pieper. As a small boy, Vincent’s family moved to the Rose Creek area, where he attended Catholic school. On June 14, 1947, Vincent married Viola Hanson in Austin. Viola passed away in 1990. On February 14, 1995, Vince married Rita Janka. Rita passed away in 1999.

Throughout his life, he worked as a farmer and was a laborer for the George A. Hormel Company for over 30 years. His pastime was his work. He took vacation time to take the crops out. A man with strong faith, Vincent was an excellent father who was devoted to his children. He was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church and was an avid reader. He took good care of his kids and his tractors.

Survivors include his children, Juanita Young of Austin, Vincent Jr. (Carolyn) Pieper of Austin, Lawrance (Kathy) Pieper of Rose Creek, Louis (Nancy) Pieper of Vista, California; five grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; sisters, Theresa (Phil) Kitzman of Hurley, Wisconsin, Betty Jean Spratte of Vinton, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Marie; first wife Viola; second wife Rita; two brothers and one sister.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday November 7, 2011 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Fr. Spinler officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at Worlein Chapel. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to the Mayo Clinic Health System Hospice program in Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

[ Worlein Funeral Home obituary, 11/4/11 ]

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Ruth Ann Langohr, 63, of Austin, died Oct. 22, 2011, in Minneapolis.

Ruth was born on April 20, 1948, in Osage, Iowa, to Catherine Ann Balsley and Raymond William Wigant. She graduated from Austin High School, was a homemaker and a veteran of the Army. She loved garage sales , collecting decorative chickens and glassware.

She is survived by her sisters, Brenda Brekke of Preston, Minn., Wendy Arnett of Austin, Minn.; brother, Alan Wigant of Austin, Minn.; sons, Ryan Langohr, Mark Langohr and daughter, Michelle Ulloa; four grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her father, Raymond Wigant.

Funeral services will be held at a later date.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, November 4, 2011 ]

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Dorothy E. Lane, 90, of Austin, Minnesota, died Thursday, November 3, 2011, at Milestone Senior Care Facility in Faribault, Minnesota, with her family by her side.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard W. Lane Sr., and son, Richard W. Lane Jr.

She is survived by her family and close friends.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Friday, November 4, 2011 ]

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Ruth Loretta Shane, 89, of Taopi, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at home Thursday, November 3, 2011.

A lifelong resident of the area, Ruth was born on March 8, 1922, in Grand Meadow, to Floyd and Loretta Robb. Ruth was married to Robert A. Shane on April 24, 1940, at Grand Meadow.

Ruth was a mother to all and loved to sit at her table and watch the birds. She was a great cook and loved having company on Sundays. She also enjoyed doing puzzles. Aside from being a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, she was a homemaker, gardener, farmer and great cook, known for her sauerkraut and dumplings. She said, “I loved my family, raised my kids, raised my garden and chickens”.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband Robert, two sons, Johnny and Gene, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Ruth is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Paul Jarcho, Minneapolis, Jacqueline Shane, Salinas, Calif., Donna and Mike Kilby, Austin, Connie and Richard Kruse, Meyer, Iowa; sons and daughters-in-law, David Shane, Casper, Wyoming, Bill and Connie Shane, Baraboo, Wis., Tom and Leah Shane, Zumbrota, Richard Shane, Taopi, Mary Shane, Riceville, Iowa; 23 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, Nov. 7, at 11 a.m at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams, with Father Thomas Loomis officiating. Interment will be at the Sacred Heart Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Adams Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 6, and at the church on Monday morning for one hour before the service.

The family prefers memorials.

[ Rochester Post-Bulletin, 11/5/11 ]

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Memorial services were held at the Daniel Funeral Home Chapel in St. Cloud for Daniel J. Gedker, 50, of St. Cloud and formerly of Austin, who passed away Saturday, Oct. 29, 2011.

Dan was born May 17, 1961, in Minot, N.D., to John and Joanne (Estrin) Gedker of Austin. Dan graduated from AHS in 1979 and from Vermilion Community College in Ely in 1981. He married Dawn Rice of Hibbing in 1984, and they had two sons, Andrew of Duluth and Joseph of Sartell. They divorced, and he later married Dawn Abbott of Menahga.

Dan was employed in the optical and precision measurement industries. He loved the outdoors and had a special fondness for the Boundary Waters.

He is survived by his sons; parents; two sisters, Lorrie (Chuck) Ham of Mound and Lisa Gedker of Maple Grove; grandmother, Ethelyn Estrin of Montevideo; former wives; nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles and cousins. Memorials are preferred to Place of Hope Ministries, 511 9th Avenue N., St. Cloud, MN 56303 or donor’s choice.

Obituary, guestbook and video tribute are available at www.danielfuneralhome.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2011 ]

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Debra Kay Charnecki, 43, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.

Debi Charnecki was born on January 5, 1968, in Austin to Larry and Velma Charnecki. She grew up in Austin and attended Austin High School. Debi enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a caretaker and was always looking out for her family. Debi enjoyed going out to movies and concerts. Her favorite things included scary movies, Halloween, Scooby Doo, Dr. Pepper and music, especially Elvis and Kid Rock. Debi loved her many dogs over the years.

Survivors include her parents, Larry and Velma Charnecki, Austin; siblings, Dennis (Connie) Charnecki, Austin, Duane (Fran) Charnecki, Austin, David (Ann) Charnecki, Beloit, Ill., Daniel Charnecki, Austin, Darla Charnecki, Austin; nieces and nephews, Michael Loeding, Kevin Eastburn, Dustin Grothe, Sarah Klawitter, Michelle Charnecki-Carranza, Christopher Charnecki, Holly Charnecki, Haley Charnecki, Dylan and Hunter Charnecki; many uncles, aunts and cousins. She will be greatly missed by all.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Frank and Frances Charnecki, John and Ella Kruegar; aunts, Anna-Mae Whetstone, Louise Cassidy, Vera RaForth; uncles, Dale Kruegar, John Kruegar; cousins, Michael Whetstone, Walter Kruegar.

A visitation will be held 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011, at Mayer Funeral Home.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Monday, Nov. 7, 2011 ]

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