Jean C. Gronseth, 87, peacefully entered Heaven on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at Samaritan Bethany Home on Eighth with her family at her side.

Jean Carol Johnson was born on February 24, 1924, the third of seven children to Selmer and Cora (Martin) Johnson in Sargeant, Minnesota. She was baptized on May 18, 1924, and confirmed in the Christian faith on May 21, 1939, at Evanger Lutheran Church in rural Sargeant. She attended school in rural Sargeant.

She married Charles Martin Gronseth on October 5, 1944, and they had three children from their union, Dennis, Linda, and Carol. “Chuck” passed away on May 13, 1972. Jean was a homemaker caring for her children and dedicating herself to her daughter, Carol. She was instrumental in giving Carol the special education available to her. Jean worked in the cafeteria at Libby’s for many years and then in food service at St. Marys Hospital after which she joined Security and retired in 1990 with 17 years of service. Jean was a meticulous seamstress, sewing clothes for herself and her young children and grandchildren.

Her talents with a needle and thread also included crocheting, embroidery, cross-stitch, and craft projects. Her most recent passion was quilting. She lovingly stitched more than one quilt for each of her family members. She also made numerous baby quilts for the Faith Chest for the newly baptized at Christ Lutheran Church in Byron, where she was a charter member. Jean loved to dance, whether a graceful waltz or peppy polka. She also found great pleasure in bowling, playing cards, following the Minnesota Twins, mall walking, coffee with friends, letter writing, and phone conversation. She enjoyed extended family gatherings and reunions. Above all, Jean relished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandson, Nick.

Those left to cherish Jean’s memory are her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and David Grande of Byron; special daughter, Carol Gronseth of Rochester; grandson and granddaughter-in-law, Chad and Michelle Grande of Oronoco; granddaughter and grandson-in-law, Anissa and Nathan Shores of Burnsville, Minn.; great-grandson, Nicholas Grande of Oronoco. She is also survived by two sisters, Shirley (Orlyn) Gulbransen of Hayfield, Minn., and Gayle (Earl) Buchan of Minneapolis; two sisters-in-law, Frances Martin, of Hayfield and Adeline Moen, of Austin; three brothers-in-law, Stanley (Ellen) Gronseth of Hayfield, Wallace Gronseth of Hayfield and James (Janice) Gronseth of Dexter, Minn.; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful friends.

Jean is preceded in death by her husband, Charles; son, Dennis; parents, Selmar and Cora; brother, Orville Johnson and three sisters, Marcella Schulz, Audrey Holien and Clarence Elverum.

A Funeral Service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, February 1, 2012, at Christ Lutheran Church, 201 Frontage Road NW in Byron with Rev. Steve Rheingans officiating. Family and friends may visit from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012, at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home and an hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will take place at Byron Cemetery.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Jan. 30, 2012 ]

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OBITUARY

Obituary for Mrs. Anderson

Mrs. Anderson was born near Christiania, Norway, November 26, 1860. In February 1885 she married Thomas Craig of New Castle on Tyre, with whom she has a son, Adolph, who is now 14 years old and mourns the lost of a dear mother. Mr. Craig died from consumption when Adolph was only a year old.

She was married to Mr. Anderson on October 7, 1893 and came to Lyle on October 10th.

The sickness that laid her in the grave commenced with her in 1895 from which time she has suffered severe pain, and especially the last two years. It has been almost unbearable near by all the time. Having tried several noted doctors by seemingly with no help.

Her mother who is 79 years old lives in Norway, where she also has five sisters living.

[ Lyle Tribune, Fri. 11-02-1900, page 2, col. 3 ]

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Robert L. “Bob” Bulger, 91, of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died peacefully on January 10, 2012.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Margaret; daughter, Peggi Brimacomb and son, Ralph. He is survived by his son, Robert (Marilee) Bulger of Austin; daughter, Candy (Doug) Van Thorre of Minneapolis and son-in-law, Dick Brimacomb of Minneapolis; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

A private interment will be held.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Jan. 28, 2012 ]

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Harold L. Mauseth, 88, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, January 28, 2012, at Good Samaritan Society Comforcare in Austin.

Harold was born April 18, 1923, in Manchester, Minnesota, to Oscar and Mabel (Jacobson) Mauseth. He attended area schools and graduated from Freeborn High School, Freeborn, Minn. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps, serving from Dec. 1, 1941, until Jan. 1, 1945. He entered the service at San Diego and served aboard the USS San Francisco from March 1942 to March 1944, ending up in Guam. He was in the battle of Guadalcanal. On Nov. 20, 1945, he married Phyllis Hendrickson at Cherry Grove United Methodist Church in Cherry Grove. Harold worked for the railroad for a few years before becoming a welder for the Hormel Corp., retiring after 37 years.

He was a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Austin and also the American Legion Post 91, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1216, and the Moose Lodge. Harold enjoyed planting trees, and working in the garden and especially liked attending military reunions. His World War II mementos were important to him, and he most appreciated his trip to Washington, D.C., as part of the Honor Flight. Harold loved his family and liked to give tractor rides to the grandchildren and dressing up as Santa Claus at Christmas for the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife, Phyllis, Austin; daughter, Paulette (Larry) McFarland, Gillsville, Ga.; sons, James (Donna) Mauseth, Owatonna, Steven (Becky) Mauseth, Austin, Stewart (Judy) Mauseth, Ankeny, Iowa, Jason (Robin) Mauseth, Lincoln, Nebraska; nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Mabel Mauseth; one brother, Arnold.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, 2012, at Westminster Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. Andrew Lindahl officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday and at the church one hour before the service. American Legion Post 91 and VFW Post 1216 are in charge of military rites. The family prefers memorials to the VFW Post 1216 or the American Legion Post 91. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Jan. 30, 2012 ]

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Dorothy Joy Deike, 86, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Saturday evening, January 28, 2012, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Austin.

Dorothy Severson was born on October 30, 1925, to Alfred and Emma “Elizabeth” (Mensink) Severson in Austin. Dorothy was a lifelong Austin area resident. She graduated from Austin High School in 1944 and married Leonard Deike on June 22, 1947, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. She was a homemaker and loved living on the farm, tended a large garden, enjoyed roadtrips out west and visited Norway and Alaska twice. Dorothy liked doing “artsy-craftsy things,” crossword puzzles, traveling and baking. She also liked to do ceramics and paint them. Dorothy was a member of Red Oak Grove Church, taught Sunday school for 21 years, belonged to circle and just loved to visit with people.

Survivors include two sons: Kelly Deike of Austin and Scott (Luz) Deike of Ogden, Kan.; sisters: Ruby Helgeson of Northwood, Iowa, Carol Prelesnik of Rio Vista, Calif., Deloris Severson of Austin, Ardith (Carl) Vasey of Monticello, Iowa, Janice (Duane) Schaefer of Rose Creek, Minn., Cheryl (Rusty) Deets of Bonham, Texas; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leonard in 1998; three brothers: Harlan, Ronald and Myron and one sister, Muriel.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Febuary 2, 2012, at Red Oak Grove Church with visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Febuary 1, 2012, at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and one hour before the service at the church. Interment will be at Red Oak Grove Cemetery. Memorials are preferred to the Red Oak Grove Church. 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 online, Jan. 30, 2012 ]

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Kenneth Marvin Russell, 89, of Austin, died Monday, January 30, 2012, at the Cedars of Austin after a prolonged illness.

Kenneth was born August 20, 1922, in Garfield, Douglas County, Minnesota, to Marvin Daniel and Elsie (Johnson) Russell. He attended grammar school in Garfield and graduated from Alexandria High School. After graduation, he farmed with his father in Ida Township and was employed at the North American Creamery in Alexandria.

Kenneth married Florence Brede on September 19, 1944, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Garfield. In 1950, they moved to Austin where Kenneth was employed at the Golden Dairy until 1970. In 1970 the family moved to Centralia, Ill., where Ken secured a position with Hollywood Brand Candy Company. He returned to Austin in 1973 where he became self employed as a bulk milk hauler. After his formal retirement, he continued as the courtesy car driver for Austin Ford.

Kenneth was a longtime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Austin where he held a variety of offices in the church. He enjoyed many activities including bowling, woodworking, fishing and traveling. Ken particularly enjoyed returning to Lake Ida near Garfield for vacations each summer.

Survivors include his daughter, Francine (Wayne) Strouf, Albert Lea; sons, Dale (Benita) Russell, Pennock, Rick Russell, Buffalo; grandchildren, Michael Strouf, Tina Fread, Heather Russell, Peter Russell, Yamileth Cantu; six great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Florence; sister, Fernyne.

The Celebration of Kenneth’s life will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 6, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Church with Pastor Tom Ogilvie officiating. Friends may call from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery.

[Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 1, 2012 ]

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Jerry Dean Nolte, 73, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, died Saturday, January 28, 2012, at the Grand Meadow Healthcare Center.

He was born on June 24, 1938, on the family farm near Dexter, Minnesota, to Irvin and Jeanette (Dickens) Nolte. He attended school in Elkton, graduating from Elkton High School in 1956. He began working for IBM in 1957 and retired in 1982. He was united in marriage to Dorothy Williams on July 29, 1962. Jerry served as a trustee of the Dexter United Methodist Church from 1976 to 1982, a member of the Dexter Village council, was a member of the Dexter Fire Department from 1972 to 1988, and served with the Minnesota National Guard from 1961 to 1967. He enjoyed gardening, car racing, especially NASCAR, collecting toy tractors, and traveling. His wife Dorothy died on June 18, 1981. He married Elaine Boucher on June 29, 1990, and she died on July 20, 2004. Jerry has been a resident of the Grand Meadow Healthcare Center since 2009.

Survivors include his daughter, Gale (Gary) Landherr of rural Lyle; three grandchildren, Amanda (Josh) Conway, Michelle (Tim) Neuvirth and Josh Landherr; a great-grandchild, Wesley Neuvirth; two brothers, Jon (Georgie) Nolte of Spring Valley and Steve (Barb) Nolte of Dexter; sister-in-law, Linda Nolte of Dexter; many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Irvin and Jeanette; both wives, and a brother, James Nolte.

Private family services will be held at a later date. The Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

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

[ Austin Daily Herald, Jan. 31, 2012 ]

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Memorial services for Donna M. Bothun will be 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, at the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church with the Rev. Ann Siverling officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until time of service on Thursday at the church. Donna M. Bothun, 65, of Grand Meadow, died Monday morning, Jan. 30, at her home, following a five-year battle with ovarian cancer.

Donna was born March 28, 1946, to Norman and Charlotte (Mayland) Borgen in La Crosse, Wis. She attended and graduated from Lanesboro High School and was united in marriage to Richard Bothun on April 11, 1964, in Kasson, Minnesota, and together they had three children, Debby, Chad and Jolene. Donna worked for First Farmers and Merchants State Bank of Grand Meadow for more than 25 years, serving as a loan officer and bank vice-president. She enjoyed reading, movies, shopping and was an avid fan of Notre Dame, making it to many games over the years, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her children and grand-children.

Donna is survived by her husband, Richard Bothun of Grand Meadow and children, Debby (Jason) Anderson of Roseau, Minnesota, Chad (Jenny) Bothun of Osceola, Indiana, and Jolene (Rob) Ramler of Rochester, Minnesota, six grandchildren, Mitchell, Ryan, McKenzie, Taryn, Tayla, and Tiegan and three step-grandchildren, Keyara, Tristian, and McKenna.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Diane.

Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Jan. 31, 2012 ]

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Douglas J. Kamp, 58 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday morning, January 28, 2012, at the Mayo Clinic Health Care System in Austin.

He was born on April 3, 1953, in Austin, to Vernon and Mildred (Steile) Kamp. Doug grew up in the Brownsdale area and attended school in Brownsdale and Hayfield. He worked as a caretaker at many facilities and later moved back to Austin. Doug enjoyed playing darts, pool, driving his scooter around town and watching all sports on TV.

Survivors include two daughters and one son; eight sisters: Joyce (Clifford) Carlson of St. Paul, Jean Thompson of Forest City, Iowa, Marjorie Distad of Albert Lea, Patricia (Bernard) Schaefer and Rita (Arnold) Earl, both of Austin, Linda (Jerry) Meyer of Pepin, Wisconsin, Karen (John) Torvik of Sioux Falls, S.D., and Debra (Leonard) Wood of Owatonna; three brothers, Charles of Hooks, Texas, Keith and Scott (Denise) both of Austin; three sisters-in-law, Jeri Kamp and Mary Kamp, both of Austin, Virginia Kamp of Forest City, Iowa, and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Vernon and Mildred, one sister and five brothers.

Graveside services will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 4, 2012, at Oakwood Cemetery. There will be no reviewal or visitation. Memorials are preferred to the family. 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, Jan. 31, 2012 ]

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Aurelio “Joe” Garcia, 83, of Austin, died Friday, January 27, 2012 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Joe was born November 12, 1928, in Paducah, Texas. He grew up in Piedras Negras, Coahila, Mexico and Eagle Pass, Texas. Joe was united in marriage to Antonia Mata on April 10, 1950, in Piedras Negras, Coahila, Mexico. The couple moved to Adams, Minn., where he worked as a mechanic. They later moved to Austin and worked until he retired from Wilson Foods in Albert Lea in 1989.

Aurelio was a founding member of the Hispanic community in Austin and the surrounding area. He was a devoted member of St. Augustine Catholic Church where he was a pillar in the Hispanic Ministry. Joe was an exceptional musician who enjoyed composing songs and playing his guitar for others. He spent his life devoted to his family and grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Antonia Garcia, Austin; daughters, Dolores (Greg) Ansley, Covington, Ga., Heidi Velasquez, Austin; five grandchildren, Vanessa, Celleny, Shiloh, Martina, Jason; two great-grandchildren, Cruz and Avery.

He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers; five sisters.

Aurelio will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father Dale Tupper officiating. There will be a 7:30 p.m. wake service on Wednesday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m.

[Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 1, 2012 ]

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Mary Frances (Leif) Cummings, 90, of Austin, died Sunday evening, January 29, 2012, at her home.

Frances was born September 16, 1921, in Bismarck, North Dakota, to John and Frances Leif. After John passed away, the family moved to Menomonie, Wisconsin, and then to Austin, Minnesota. Mary Frances went to Columbus Grade School and then St. Augustine High School where she graduated. She worked at the Dutch Maid Cafe, Kough Cab Company and the Hormel Company.

On November 23, 1944, she married Lloyd William Cummings. They had three children, John “Shorty” William, Elaine and Robert. The family always worked together doing yard work, painting, cleaning the then Austin Savings and Loan (now First Farmers), and JC Penney when they were downtown. Mary Frances was a member of St. Edward’s Catholic Church.

She enjoyed playing cards, games, canasta and putting jigsaw puzzles together.

Survivors include her daughter, Elaine Lane, Austin; daughters-in-law, Paulette Cummings, Austin, Patricia (Thomas) Higgins, Austin; nine grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brother, Gene (Elaine) Leif, Austin; many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Frances Anna Leif; husband, Lloyd William Cummings; sons, John William and Robert Allen; three brothers, John Gerald Leif, Claude “Bud” Peter Leif, Robert Leopold Leif; sister, Gertrude (Orlan) Erickson.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 2, 2012, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes 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 also one hour before the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

[Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 1, 2012 ]

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Cacilia F. “Ceil” Schmidt, 95, of Austin, died Monday, January 30, 2012, at Sacred Heart Care Center.

Ceil was born December 29, 1916, the oldest child of Michael and Frances Tschida of Holdingford, Minnesota. After graduation, Ceil moved to St. Paul where she worked until her marriage to Herbert Schmidt in July 1937. They resided in Lyle, Minnesota, until 1951, when they moved to Austin.

Survivors include two daughters, Fran (Bill) Weidner, Austin, Mary Cottingham, Casa Grande, Ariz.; two sons, Herb (Marlene) Schmidt, Soquel, Calif., Tom (Laura) Schmidt, Vacaville, Calif.; 10 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; six sisters, Val, Rita, Louise, Leona, Doris, Helen; four brothers, Jerome, Robert, Michael, Ray.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Herbert in 2004; son, Ralph in 1945; son-in-law, R.C. Cottingham; sisters, Bernadine Pjerskalla, Loretta Nielsen; brothers, Eugene Tschida, Leo Tschida.

Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

[Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 1, 2012 ]

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Leone B. Yonke, 102, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, January 29, 2012, at the Good Samaritan Society Care Center in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Leone Bertha Yonke was born August 9, 1909, near Cresco, Howard County, Iowa, to Frebert and Bertha (Baumgartner) Heinicke. She was baptized by Rev. John Pleiss of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cresco. She attended grade school in Cresco, and in 1921 her family moved to Austin, Minnesota. She was confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church and graduated from Austin High School in 1927. After graduation, Leone worked as a telephone operator for the Bell Telephone Company for two years. She then worked as a cashier bookkeeper for the Interstate Power Company. Later, she worked as a bookkeeper for the Geo. A. Hormel Co. Leone was married to Emil A. Yonke on Sept. 12, 1937, at the St. John’s parsonage.

Leone enjoyed sewing for her daughters, vacationing at various lakes in Minnesota and traveling with her family. She belonged to the Business and Professional Women’s Organization, St. John’s Ladies Aid, Walther League and choir.

Following the death of her husband in 1984, Leone moved to the Cedars of Austin where she lived for 20 years. She enjoyed her independent living there and especially playing dominoes with friends. She moved to Oak Park Place Assisted Living in Albert Lea, Minn., in 2005. She lived at the Good Samaritan Society Care Center in Albert Lea since 2007. The family would like to thank the staff at Good Samaritan for the wonderful kindnesses and care she was given.

Leone is survived by her daughters: Marilyn (Paul) Oxley of Rosemount, Minn., Marjorie (Joe) LaFrance, Albert Lea, Minn.; son, Robert (Dorothy) Yonke of Apple Valley, Minn.; daughter-in-law, Maureen (Tudi) Yonke of Burnsville, Minn.; grandchildren: Steve (Barb) Oxley and their children, Josh and Janine; Scott (Lorri) Oxley and their children Stephanie and Kyle; Bret (Emily) Yonke and their children Bradley, Blake and Brooke; Bryan (Heather) LaFrance; Kevin (Elizabeth) LaFrance and their children, Claire and Drew; Darin (Nicole) LaFrance and their children, Aiden and Laina; Lisa (Matt) Edstrom; and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Emil; son, Richard; grandson, Jeffrey; sister, Byrdella Rucker; brothers, Emerson and Harlan Heinicke.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Friday, Feb. 3, with the Rev. Tom Ogilvie officiating. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 1, 2012 ]

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Julius C. Owen,

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Funeral services for J. C. Owen, 90, will be held at the Jordan Chapel at 3:30 p.m. Sunday. Rev. W. E. Shields of Red Wing will officiate. Interment will be at Oakwood Cemetery. The casket will be closed at noon.

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J.C. OWEN, 90 DIED; PIONEER IN COUNTY

J.C. Owen, 90, pioneer resident of Mower county, died this morning in his home at 608 W. Baldwin after a two-year illness.

Mr. Owen was one of the earliest farmers in this area. He was born in Lyle township on June 9, 1858. About 45 years ago, he retired and moved to Austin.

Mrs. Owen and one daughter, Mrs. Irma Magee, preceded him in death. Surviving him are a son, Lee Owen, and one daughter, Miss Verna Owen.

Two grandchildren are Raymond E. Magee and Mrs. Robert Drummond.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Sat., 9-18-1948,
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RICEVILLE, IOWA — Paul Runde, 97, of Riceville and formerly of the LeRoy, Minnesota, area, died Thursday, November 3, 2005, at the Riceville Community Rest Home.

Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Patricks Catholic Church in LeRoy, Minn.

Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the Hindt Funeral Home, 615 N. Broadway in LeRoy, with a prayer service at 7:30 p.m.

Hindt Funeral Homes, (507) 324-5160.

[ Mason City Globe Gazette ]

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Paul Runde -- Riceville, Iowa

RICEVILLE, IOWA - The funeral Mass for Paul Runde will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday in St. Patrick's Catholic Church in LeRoy, with the Rev. Steve Peterson officiating. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery.

Mr. Runde, 97, of Riceville, Iowa, formerly of the LeRoy area, died Thursday (Nov. 3, 2005) at Riceville Community Rest Home, where he had resided for nearly three years.

He was born March 9, 1908, in Alverskichen, Germany, and had seven brothers and eight sisters.

He came to the United States on April 1, 1927. He worked in Austin at Kinsman's Greenhouse for 1 1/2 years and later worked at greenhouses in California and Montana. He returned to Germany in December 1937 and brought back his future wife, Elizabeth. They returned to the U.S. in February 1938. On April 21, 1938, he married Elizabeth in Riceville. In 1941, they bought a farm in Howard County, Iowa.

His wife died on October 17, 1957. He moved into Riceville in September 1999, and moved into the rest home in November 2002. He enjoyed visiting, puzzles, solitaire and gardening.

Survivors include two daughters, Elizabeth (Edward) Adams of Waverly, Iowa, and Anna (Thomas) Bonnette of Riceville; a son, Eddie (Corinne) of LeRoy; 17 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. A son and a daughter preceded him in death.

Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday at Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy, and an hour before the service Monday at the church. A prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

[ Post Bulletin, Rochester, Minnesota Saturday, November 5, 2005 ]

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SUDDEN DEATH OF A FORMER OLD SETTLER -- On Tuesday last at 5 p.m., at Minneapolis, Mr. Jerome B. Rogers died from the bursting of a blood vessel, while suffering from a violent fit of coughing. He had been a sufferer for years with asthma; and it was from the effects of his old disease that he died.

He was about fifty years of age. His remains were brought to Austin on Thursday last, and buried under the auspices of the Masonic fraternity, of which he was an honored member. A large concourse of his old friends and neighbors were at the train upon arrival of the remains, and followed them to Oakwood cemetery, where a short service was had at the grave.

Mr. Rogers' place was on the Turtle creek, about three miles west of here, where the cheese factory was located. Mrs. Rogers, who is sister of Mr. R.O. Hall, accompanied the remains, with her younger children, and was met at the depot by her relatives and friends.

The relatives of the deceased have out heart-felt sympathy in this hour of their affliction. Jerome Rogers was a most liberal-minded and whole souled man, one of whom a friend never asked a favor that it was not granted, if within his power. His death will be greatly mourned by his old friends and old settlers.

[ Austin Register, Thur.,
3-28-1889,
page 3, col. 2 ]

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Mary Ramona “Mona” Anderson, 70, died on Monday, January 30, 2012, in Dallas, Texas.

Mona, the daughter of Edward L. and Juanita (Estlick) Anderson, was born September 8, 1941, in Austin, Minnesota. She attended Queen of Angels Grade School and graduated from Pacelli High School in 1958. Mona had three children, two sons and a daughter. Mona resided in Tehran, Iran; Amsterdam, Holland; Sacramento, Calif., and Dallas, Texas.

In 1999, Mona returned to Austin, where she was employed by Hormel in the corporate office as an administrative assistant. She worked there until she retired in September 2006. After her retirement, Mona moved back to Dallas to be near her children and grandchildren, but she greatly anticipated her four sisters’ Annual Dallas Road Trip visit.

Mona was happiest at family gatherings, especially if they included a lively game of cards. She appreciated a well-written book. An excellent cook, Mona built and used an extensive collection of cookbooks over the years.

Mona is survived by her sons: Shahram Shahi, Dallas, Texas, Shaz Anderson (Sherry), Plano, Texas; daughter, Tammy Minnis (Jeff Wing), Wylie, Texas; brother, Charles (Linda) Anderson of Austin; four sisters: Diane Floridi, Eau Claire, Wis., Linda Leopold, St. Louis Park, Cindy (Brian) Wesley, Wells, and Suzie (Jon) Brimacomb, Farmington, Crystal Anderson, Plano, and Sam Minnis, Wylie — her two grandchildren — were very special to Mona.

Mona was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Juanita Anderson and her older brothers, Edward Jr. and Richard. Mona was a dear sister, mother and grandmother and will be missed by all of her family.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 2, 2012 ]

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Violet L. Falk, 91, of Austin, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at Our House Memory Care.

Violet was born on November 20, 1920, in Lilydale, to Even and Augusta (Adams) Midge.

She was preceded in death by her husbands, Norval Hamberg and Anthony Falk; daughter, Linda Sanden and son, Norman Hamberg

Violet is survived by her grandchildren: Devin Sanden, Austin; Troy (Helen) Hamberg, Wichita Falls, Texas, and Jackie (Albert) Aldesco, Los Angeles; great-grandchildren: Melissa Hamberg, Joshua Hamberg, Katherine Hamberg, Lex Aldesco, Jet Aldesco, and Royce Aldesco; cousins: Dorothy Hamberg, Syrlene Williamson, Ruth Turvold, and Burnell Turvold.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 6, at Oakland Lutheran Church with the Rev. Matt Griggs officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Oakland Lutheran Church on Monday for one hour before the service. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to Oakland Lutheran Church.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 2, 2012 ]

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Calvin Henry Owen, one of the pioneer settlers of the town of Lyle, died at his residence in this city on Monday afternoon, May 20, 1907, of paralysis, aged 83 years. He had a stroke of paralysis in June, 1905, and has since felt the effects of it. He was around most of the time until three weeks ago when he was taken critically ill. he was born in the town of Northeast, Duchess county, New York, March 24, 1824, and was one of a large family of children.

In 1826, the family moved to Luzerne county, Pennsylvania, where they lived for eight years when they returned to Duchess county. At the age of 13, young Calvin started out in life for himself depending on his own work after that age.

He was married to Sarah Ann Crandell of Milan, Duchess county, January 27, 1846. They lived in Duchess county until 1856 when he started west to find another home. He came first to Decorah and two months later to Mitchell county, Iowa, and bought land four miles west of Osage. In the fall of 1856, he bought the west hald of the nortwest quarter of section 30 in Lyle town, and this was always the old homestead. After spending the winter in Otranto, he went east and spent the summer of 1827 [1857?] in New York state. In the fall of 1857 the family came west to reside. They came to Prairie du Chien on the cars and came by team to Otranto, and the next summer he built a small frame house on his eighty. He worked hard and made constant improvements and added to his farm until at last he owned 780 acres in that locality.

In the fall of 1902, he moved to Austin with his wife and his son Julius and family. Mrs. Owen died here on December 24, 1905, at the ripe old age of 83 years. Mr. Owen has been failing since but retained his faculties well until neawr the last. He leaves two children, Mrs. Mariette Dearborn of Osage and Julius Owen of this city. One son, Foster B. Owen, is dead. There are seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Deceased was a man of upright character and a worthy and respected citizen.

Funeral services, conducted by Rev. Belden will be held at 2 o'clock this afternoon at the residence, and interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

[ Mower County Transcript, Wed., 5-22-1907, page 3 ]

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OBITUARY.

CONKEY -- In Windom township, Minnesota, March 20th, 1889, of heart disease, Geroge N. Conkey, aged 61 years, 3 months and 14 days.

Bro. Conkey was born in Canton, St. Lawrence county, N.Y., December 6, 1827, where he lived until 1855, when he came west to seek a home. He settled near West Union, Iowa. He soon returned for his family and in 1856 moved to the town of Windom, Mower county, Minnesota, where he remained until his death.

He had been married twice, the first time to Miss Scelinda Stewart, at Canton, N.Y., who died April 24, 1862, leaving two sons and three daughters, of whom one son and two daughters are now living; the second time to Mrs. Eliza Fassett Burgor, widow of Stephen Burgor, in April, 1866. He leaves a wife, one son and four daughters, to mourn his loss, but not as those who have no hope.

Bro. Conkey had tried to live a christian privately for many years, but in 1874, under the labors of Elder W.J. Bursell, he made an open public profession, and he and his wife were buried with Christ in Baptism. He has been a firm believer in the blessed hope of the coming King to reign on the new earth and died with this hope.

The services were conducted by the writer. Sermon preached by Eld. W. J. Bursell, of Minneapolis.

-- G. T. Wellcome.

[ Austin Register, Thur., 3-28-1889, page 3, col. 3 ]

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Gertrude Eleanor Stauffer, 92, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, January 28, 2012, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Gertrude Eleanor Gaddy was born January 8, 1920, in Wabasso, the daughter of James and Emma (Flaeter) Gaddy. She graduated from Comfrey High School, then she went to school for a telephone operator. In 1939 she married Robert Stauffer at Mason City, Iowa. They farmed at Delavan, for 10 years and at Montgomery, for 25 years. They moved to Austin and resided at 408 34th St. SW. Gert moved to The Cedars of Austin. Then she moved to St Mark’s Lutheran Home.

She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Allen and Rhonda Stauffer, Watertown, Minnesota; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Stauffer; two brothers, Donald and Everett Gaddy; one sister, Eulalia (Gaddy) Carroll.

Memorial services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, February 4, 2012, at Mayer Funeral Home with Rev. Pam Aandahl Solberg officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at Mayer Funeral Home on Saturday. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Winnebago at a later date.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 2, 2012 ]

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FUNERAL NOTICE --

Gertrude Eleanor Stauffer, 92

Gertrude Eleanor Stauffer, 92, of Austin, died Saturday, January 28, 2012, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Service: Memorial services will be held Saturday, February 4, 2012, at Mayer Funeral Home with Rev. Pam Aandahl Solberg officiating.

Interment: Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Winnebago at a later date.

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012

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SURVIVOR NOTICE:
Brooklynn S. Schroader

Brooklynn Sue Schroader, infant, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday, January 14, 2012, at Methodist Hospital, Rochester, Minnesota.

Brooklynn is survived by her father, Randy Schroader and mother, Susanne Tischer, Austin; grandparents, Barry and Mitchelle Schroader, Sparta, Wis., Debra and Fran Tomashefski, Bloomsburg, Pa., Ken Sweetser, Austin, Glenda and Leslie Hillman, Austin.

A family funeral service was held at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with the Rev. Kristi Koppel officiating. Interment was at Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012

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SURVIVOR NOTICE:

Dee (DeLila) Erickson, 79

Dee Erickson, 79, of Austin died Thursday, February 2, 2012, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Dee is survived by her sons, Rick (Richard D.) Erickson, Rochester, Rory Erickson, Portland, Oregon; sister and brother-in-law, DeVonne (Debbie) and Robert Smith, Austin; niece, Rebecca Smith and nephew, Eric Smith.

Private services will be held with interment at Oakwood Cemetery.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Austin Daily Herald, Friday, Feb. 3, 2012

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DEATHS.

CHARLES EASTMAN

Charles Eastman of Windom township died of old age on Thursday afternoon, May 16, 1907, at his home near Rose Creek village, aged about 86 years. He was born in Hampshire, England. At the age of 14 he went on a British man-of-war and served for three years. He afterwards went on a sailing vessel plying between Liverpool, New York and the West Indies; and worked up until he was appointed mate. At the age of 26 he settled in Brooklyn, New York, and was married there to Miss Anna Carney. They lived there for several years when they moved west to Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, where they lived until the Civil War. Mr. Eastman came to Mower county in 1862 and took up his homestead and in the spring of 1863, he moved his family here. The home has since been on the old farm.

Mr. Eastman saw a good deal of hardship in the early years here. He started with little and was a very hard working man. He worked at his trade in Austin for several years walking home ten miles every Saturday night. He made shoes at one time for Jim Ackley here. In the hard work on the farm the faithful wife and mother shared fully. She died on March 19, 1883 [or 1888]. Fourteen children were born to them of whom nine are living. These are: William in Arlington, South Dakota, Charles F. and Irving on the home place, Mrs. Ina Varco of Minneapolis, George W. of Elkton, Mrs. Emma Edwards, St. Paul, Mrs. Fannie Rose, Spokane, Washington, Alonzo T. of Boise, Idaho, and Roy of Minneapolis.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in Christ Episcopal Church, in this city, conducted by Rev. J. Budlong. The church was filled with old friends of the deceased. Interment was in Oakwood cemetery.

Mr. Eastman was one of the pioneers who helped to give this county its spendid prosperity. He had a fine farm of 280 acres with improvements which were unusually good. Those who knew him intimately speak appreciatively of his friendship and good traits.

[ Mower County Transcript, Wed., 5-22-1907, page 3 ]

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Douglas N. Cipra — Austin

Douglas Nelson Cipra was born January 26, 1945, to Lloyd “Shorty” and Jean (Nelson) Cipra in Albert Lea. He grew up on a farm near Glenville. He was baptized and confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Glenville. Doug graduated from Glenville High School in 1963 and was active in all sports.

Doug worked for Wilson Foods as a meat cutter for 17 years in Albert Lea. In 1977, Doug married Kristine (Wick) Haviland. The couple made their home in Austin. Their family spent many summers camping on Lake Mary near Alexandria. In 1983 they moved to Brandon, where he and Kristine owned and operated the Blue Gill Cafe until 1991. Doug continued working in various sales and service jobs until 2006, when conditions of his emphysema no longer allowed him to work.

Doug loved their home on the lake and took pride in taking care of it. He enjoyed flowers, gardening and lawn care. As the emphysema progressed Doug found clever ways to continue his lawn work and gardening even though slowing down was hard for Doug.

Doug enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially golfing and fishing in the summer and winter. He marveled at the details of nature and enjoyed watching the birds and area wildlife. Doug was a conversationalist. He loved meeting new people, sitting down and shaking dice for a cup of coffee or visiting about the latest news. As his health declined his cell phone was an important connection to his friends. His family was very important to him. He loved being a grandpa and spending time with his grandkids.

On Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012, Doug died at Knute Nelson in Alexandria, from complications of emphysema. He was 67 years old.

Doug is survived by his wife, Kristine Cipra of Brandon; children, Kyle (Suzanne) Cipra of Tucson Ariz., Tena (Brice) Burnes of Northwood, Iowa, Tracy Masteller of St. Joseph and Dan (Sandra) Haviland of St. Paul; grandchildren, Brenton Haviland, Tucker Masteller, Lainey Masteller, Cody Masteller, Olivia Haviland, Ian Cipra, Evan Cipra, Aidan Cipra, Christian Burnes and Brooke Burnes; mother, Jean Cipra of Austin; brother, Clark (Valerie) Cipra of Austin; aunt, Ruth Steigerwald of Austin; mother-in-law, Mae Wick of Hutchinson; and cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Doug was preceded in death by his father, Lloyd Cipra; grandparents, James and Tena Cipra and Elmer and Nora Nelson; and father-in-law, Howard Wick.

A private family service will be held at Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Public visitation will be from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, at the funeral home. Interment at a later date will be in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Albert Lea.

www.andersofuneral.net

[ Rochester Post-Bulletin online ]

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At the home of his son, Helge G. Anderson in Udolpho, Thursday night, May 16, 1907, of old age, Endre Anderson, aged 85 years, 16 days. He was one of the early settlers, coming to Mower county about 37 years ago. Funeral services were held at the Red Oak Grove church Monday afternoon.

Mrs. Anderson died 29 years ago. Six children survive: Ole G. Anderson, Andrew of Crookston, Mrs. Julia Ellingson of Carpio, N. Dakota, Mrs. Carrie Britts, Brownsdale, Mrs. Jennie Peterson, Lansing, and Helge G. Anderson of Udolpho.

The deceased was a man universally repected for his manly qualities.

[ Mower County Transcript, Wed., 5-22-1907, page 3 ]

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Mrs. Charles L. Kaniess / Obituary

Mrs. Charles L. Kaniess died at St. Olaf hospital, Sunday noon, May 19, 1907, at one o'clock, of cancer of the stomach, aged 51 years. Anna Anderson was born in Norway on July 7, 1855. At the age of 18 she came to Spring Valley, Minnesota, where her brother lived.

In 1882, she was married at LeRoy to Martin Nelson. To this union five children were born, only one of them, Mrs. Enoch F. Hall of this city, residing in this vicinity. The others are living in other states. Mr. Nelson died in LeRoy in 1899. Mrs. Nelson was married March 3, 1901, in Austin, to Charles L. Kaniess and the family have since lived here. She has been in failing health for the past year and was confined to bed since the middle January. She was a patient sufferer during her long illness.

She was woman of generous Christian character, a member of the Lutheran church, and was ready when the summons came. Her only regret was in leaving her loved ones for others to care for. The husband and two little ones, Henrietta and Minnie are left.

Funeral services conducted by Rev. J.C. Roseland were held at Oakwood chapel yesterday forenoon at ten o'clock. Interment in Oakwood. Mr. Kaniess who is one of our hard working citizens has the symnpathy of the community.

[ Mower County Transcript, Wed., 5-22-1907, page 3 ]

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ELIAS BASSETT.

Elias Bassett died Tuesday, March 14, 1904, of paralysis, at the home of his son, Ambrose in Alden, Minnesota, aged 80 years. Seven months ago he had a stroke of paralyis from which he did not recover. He was born in Otsego county, New York, on August 22, 1826, and was reared there.

He was married to Miss Sarah Margaret Van Wie, November 4, 1851, at Salem, Kenosha county, Wisconsin. They subsequently moved to Calumet county where they cleared up a timber farm. While there Mr. Bassett enlisted and was away until the close of the war, leaving the wife with six children, the oldest a girl of eleven, to bear the heavy responsibilities of family care. This he did in behalf of his country, and providence allowed him to return home and see his children grow to maturity.

Mr. Bassett lived in Green Lake about ten years before coming to Austin in April, 1892. They bought a home on Oakland avenue and here was the family home, except for an interval of six years when they had charge of the hotel in Lansing village. They returned to Austin about six years ago and their golden wedding was celebrated in November, 1901.

Mrs. Bassett died here about four years ago, leaving an aching void. Mr. Bassett has since visited much from place to place with children and friends. Of late he made his home at Alden with his son Ambrose, where he at last closed his eyes in sweet sleep with Jesus after bidding all good bye.

Eight children were born to them of who seven are living, Mrs. Caroline Henderson of Brownsdale, Edgar of Austin, Charles of Nevada township, Ambrose, N.D., and William of Alden. Mrs. Ora Crawford of Valley City, N.D. has passed over the river and stands on the other shore with beckoning hands. There are 22 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren living.

Funeral services conducted by Rev. E. Smits, pastor of the Presbyterian church in Alden, were held at Lansing church Wednesday. Interment in Lansing cemetery. Deceased will be greatly missed in the home where he ministered so faithfully and lovingly and also in the large circle of friends so closely attached to him.

[ Mower County Transcript, Wed., 5-22-1904, page 3 ]

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Alberta Lorraine Wolfe, of Austin, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 2, surrounded by her family at Our House Senior Living – Memory Care Center.

Alberta was born on February 9, 1931, in Stewartville, to Lila Oldenburg. She grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School. On August 19, 1950, she married Donald Wolfe in Austin.

Alberta (known as Birdie) to many, was a homemaker the majority of her life but also held various positions in the Austin community. She worked at Hormel in her earlier years. She later adopted two daughters and spent the majority of her time with her family. Alberta worked part time at Ankeny’s, Johnson’s Green House, and Main Street Gifts to name a few. She loved her jobs and working with public.

Alberta was a member of the Austin Church of Christ since childhood. She loved her family, gardening, traveling and camping. She also raised poodles for a few years while the kids were young which was a great memory to the family. Alberta was very active in her church with ladies circles, various bible study groups, and social activities. Alberta’s gift was being a giver. She loved baking and sharing her goodies and homemade soups with others … especially with those that were ill.

Survivors include her husband: Donald Wolfe, Austin; two daughters: Renee Brunner, Owatonna, Rhonda Puetz (Steve), Rollingstone; two grandsons: Tyler Puetz, Brian Puetz; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Marlene Oldenburg, Austin.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Lila Oldenburg, brother Eugene Oldenburg, son-in-law Bill Brunner. She is also preceded in death by her beloved pets over the years, Snowball, Dolly, Gina and Teddy.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at the Church of Christ with Rev. Dave DeFor officiating. Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday at Mayer Funeral Home and also one hour before the service at the church on Tuesday. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

The casket bearers will be Steve Puetz, Tyler Puetz, Brian Puetz, Steve Corey, John Eggers, John Fish.

Alberta is now at peace and spending eternity with her Lord and Savior.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Feb. 5, 2012 ]

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Naomi (VanRiper, Meier) Friedrich, 102, passed away peacefully at her home at the Cedars of Austin on February 2, 2012.

Naomi was born in Aredale, Iowa, on July 29, 1909. She attended school in Sargeant and Anoka. Naomi married Ralph Meier on August 18, 1926. They had three sons: Eldred, Dallas and Myron. They lived in Brownsdale and Austin, then moved to northern Minnesota, primarily Grand Rapids. They moved back to Brownsdale in 1966 to be closer to family. Ralph passed away in 1972.

Naomi married Gustaf Friedrich in 1977 and they lived in Brownsdale until they moved to Austin in 1996. Gus passed away in 2004.

Naomi was active in the various churches she belonged to, most recently Grace Lutheran Church in Austin. She was also active in the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, serving as president of the Grand Rapids Aerie Auxiliary in the early 1960’s.

She enjoyed her contacts with people as a retail sales person and school aide. She also enjoyed quilting, knitting and crocheting.

Naomi is survived by her son: Myron (Carolyn) Meier, Austin; daughter-in-law: Jean Meier, Hilmar, Calif.; step sons: Rodney (Sandra) Friedrich, Austin; Roger Friedrich, Denver, Colo.; and Dwight Friedrich, Macao, China; sister-in-law: Alice Meier, Austin; brothers-in-law: Willy and Albert Friedrich; sisters-in-law: Edna (Roger) Ludwig, Gen Friedrich and Caroline Lewis; Nine grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; step grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents William and Estella VanRiper; husbands Ralph Meier and Gustaf Friedrich; sons Eldred and Dallas Meier; daughters-in-law Beverly and Eunice Meier and Cathy Friedrich; brothers Dale (Lois) and Darwin VanRiper; sisters Ruth (Willis) Buirge, Ileta (Louis) Meier, Elizabeth Friedrich, and LaVonn (Carl) Holm; brothers-in-law Harlan (Emma) Meier, Louis (Ileta) Meier, Lloyd Meier and Alvin (Cora) Meier, and many of Gustaf’s siblings and spouses.

Arrangements are being entrusted to Clasen-Jordan Mortuary. The family is planning a celebration of Naomi’s life in the spring.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Feb. 5, 2012 ]

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Naomi (VanRiper Meier) Friedrich, 102, passed away peacefully at her home at the Cedars of Austin on February 2, 2012.

Naomi was born in Aredale, Iowa, on July 29, 1909. She attended school in Sargeant, Minn. and Anoka, Minn. Naomi married Ralph Meier on August 18, 1926. They had three sons: Eldred, Dallas and Myron. They lived in Brownsdale, Minn. and Austin, Minn., then moved to northern Minnesota, primarily Grand Rapids. They moved back to Brownsdale in 1966 to be closer to family. Ralph passed away in 1972.

Naomi married Gustaf Friedrich in 1977 and they lived in Brownsdale until they moved to Austin in 1996. Gus passed away in 2004.

Naomi was active in the various churches she belonged to, most recently Grace Lutheran Church in Austin. She was also active in the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, serving as president of the Grand Rapids Aerie Auxiliary in the early 1960’s.

She enjoyed her contacts with people as a retail sales person and school aide. She also enjoyed quilting, knitting and crocheting. She and Gus enjoyed winters in California, camping, fishing trips up north, and time with their grandchildren.

Naomi is survived by her son Myron (Carolyn) Meier, Austin; daughter-in-law Jean Meier, Hilmar, Calif.; step sons Rodney (Sandra) Friedrich, Austin, Roger (Carol) Friedrich, Denver, Colo. and Dwight Friedrich, Macao, China; step daughters Rochelle (Darrell) Cafourek, Albert Lea, Minn., Pat (Dave) Block, Palm Coast, Fla.; sister-in-law Alice Meier, Austin; brothers-in-law Willy and Albert Friedrich; sisters-in-law Edna (Roger) Ludwig, Gen and Rosella Friedrich and Caroline Lewis; nine grandchildren, many step-grand children and great-grand children; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents William and Estella VanRiper; husbands Ralph Meier and Gustaf Friedrich; sons Eldred and Dallas Meier; daughters-in-law Beverly and Eunice Meier and Cathy Friedrich; step-grandchildren Troy Friedrich and Leann Friedrich; brothers Dale (Lois) and Darwin VanRiper; sisters Ruth (Willis) Buirge, Ileta (Louis) Meier, Elizabeth Friedrich, and LaVonn (Carl) Holm; sisters-in-law Freda (Monroe) Roseth, Laurie Watson and Ida Norman; brothers-in-law Harlan (Emma) Meier, Louis (Ileta) Meier, Lloyd Meier and Alvin (Cora) Meier, John, Henry(Jean) and Fred Friedrich.

The family is planning a celebration of Naomi’s life on Friday, April 27 at 2 p.m. at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with Pastor Jeffrey Forbes officiating.

Austin Daily Herald, Wed., April 25, 2012

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Michelle “Mic” Pries, age 50, of Racine died Thursday night at her home following a 12 year battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her friends and family.

Michelle was born July 27, 1961, in Rochester to Robert and Connie (Evenson) Skaran. She attended and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1979 and continued her education at Rochester Community and Technical College. Mic has been employed for 30 years as a nurse for the Mayo Clinic. She most recently has been in the Allergy and Immunization Department.

She was united in marriage to Terry Pries at the Bear Creek Lutheran Church on May 12, 1990, and together they had two sons; Travis and Tyler. Mic enjoyed fishing, stamping and crafts, traveling and vacations, supporting her friends and community, and most of all spending time with her family and watching her son’s sporting events.

She is survived by her husband: Terry “Bud” Pries, Racine; two sons; Travis and Tyler at home; her father Robert Skaran, Grand Meadow and a brother: Mark (Shelly) Skaran, Rochester. She is also survived by her mother and father-in-law Darell and Sharon Pries, Sargeant, sisters and brother-in-laws Kristi (Randy) Maiers, Glenville, Tammie (Chris) Unverzagt, Byron, and Wendy (Brian) Landherr, Rose Creek, also many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother and her grandparents.

Funeral services for Michelle Marie “Mic” Pries will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 6, 2012, at the Bear Creek Lutheran Church with the Rev Shirley Redmond officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery following the service. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. at the Hindt Funeral Home in Grand Meadow and will continue at the church on Monday for 1 hr prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to Join The Journey at www.jointhejourney.us. Condolences may be left at www.hindtfuneralhomes.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Feb. 5, 2012 ]

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Priscilla Magdalene Olson, age 96, of Austin, died Saturday morning, February 4, 2012, at Our House Assisted Living in Austin.

She was born August 1, 1915, in Dawson, Minnesota, the daughter of Hans and Gunda (Hofseth) Bjornlie. She attended school in Dawson, and continued her education at the Lutheran Bible Institute in Minneapolis. During World War II, Priscilla worked as a riveter in Renton, Wash. She returned to Minnesota after the war and on August 19, 1951, she was united in marriage to Irville Olson in Dawson. The couple made their home near Lyle, Minn., where Priscilla raised her family. Irville died on Jan. 27, 2001. Priscilla was a charter member of Faith Lutheran Church in London. She enjoyed sewing, needle work and croteching. Her faith and her family were very important in her life.

Priscilla is survived by her children, Gary (Caryl) Olson of Austin, Kathy Nornes of Moorhead and Carol (Phil) Schenck of New Ulm; seven grandchildren, Keri (Matt) Doyle, Kim Olson and her fiancé, Marc LeDuc, Leah (Josh) Wirth and Nick Nornes, David (Beth) Schenck, Michael (Jenny) Schenck, Daniel Schenck and his fiancée’ Rachel Agurkis; five great grandchildren, Aaron, Abby, Alex and Katie Schenck and Zoey Wirth; several nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hans and Gunda Bjornlie; husband, Irville Olson; three brothers and seven sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, at Faith Lutheran Church in London, Minnesota with Pastor Kent Otterman, officiating. Interment will follow the service in the Deer Creek Valley Cemetery, rural Northwood, Iowa. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Tuesday. The Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Monday, Feb. 6, 2012 ]

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Richard C. “Dick” Haney, 71, of Austin, Minnesota, died Saturday morning, Feb. 4, 2012, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minnesota.

He was born July 22, 1940, in Austin, the son of Irven and Gladys (Cunningham) Haney. On January 20, 1962, he was united in marriage to Nancy Bawek at Crane Chapel in Austin. Dick was a lifelong resident of Austin and was employed by Austin Utilities for more than 33 years. He enjoyed hunting, reading, doing carpentry work and spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy Haney of Austin; three children, Scott (Verlys) Haney of Englewood, Fla., Kimberly (Dan) Wallerstedt of Rio, Ill. and Toni (Ric) Berg of Austin; eight grandchildren, Seth, Cody, Jessi, Cade, Will, Andrea, Aaron and Joe; three great-grandchildren, Kaycee, Jaelynn and James; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Irvan and Gladys Haney and four sisters, Grace, Doris, Shirley and Audrey.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Interment will follow the service in Oakwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, and for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Memorials are preferred to the donor’s choice.

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

[ Austin Daily Herald online, Monday, Feb. 6, 2012 ]

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Joyce Paulson Staples, 94, was peacefully taken to heaven December 8, 2011, in Greenville, S.C., in the home she had shared with her daughter and son-in-law, Beth (Staples) and Warren French, since she left Austin in 2002.

Daughter of Matilda (Jensen) Paulson and William G. Paulson, she grew up on their family farm in Blooming Prairie, Minn., where she was born on June 23, 1917. She was a graduate of Blooming Prairie High School and continued her education at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago.

In November of 1947 she was united in marriage to Warren A. Staples, and the couple made their home in Austin where their three children were born and reared. Following Warren’s death in April, 1978, Joyce spent her next 24 years in Austin — continuing to garden, sew and volunteer at First Baptist Church, Grace Baptist Church and Burr Oak Manor. She was a woman of faith. She loved children, and throughout her life she devoted her teaching skills to Sunday school, VBS and Child Evangelism clubs. She also had a heart for missions expressed by the hundreds of clothing items she created for children around the world with her home sewing machine. For more than 25 years she was a Border Missions volunteer while wintering in McAllen, Texas.

She is greatly missed by her children: Beth (Warren) French of Greenville, S.C., Nancy Anderson of West Chester, Ohio, Gary (Diane) Staples of New Berlin, Wis; grandchildren: Nicole R. French of San Antonio, Texas, Warren (Claudia) French, Jr. of Cynthiana, Ky., Adam (Melissa) French of Reading, Pa., Trisha Hosch of New Berlin, Wis., Tyler (Abby) Anderson of Chicago, Brett (Emily)Anderson of Winston-Salem, N.C.; great-granddaughters: Arwen E and Leia E French of Cynthiana, Maddie G. French of Reading, Pa.

Joyce was preceded in death by her two siblings: Victoria (Lightly) Lee and Wilford G Paulson.

A memorial Service in celebration of her life will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 18, at Grace Baptist Church in Austin, Minn., with Pastor Brett Williams and Pastor Warren French Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until service time in the church parlor. Memorials are preferred to missionaries Jim and Julie [Hansen] Leonard, Brazil; and Steve and Sarah [Lightly] Caton, England, both nieces of the deceased, in care of Grace Baptist Church, 100 Fourth Ave. SE, Austin, 55912.

[ Austin Daily Herald, Feb. 7, 2012 ]

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