Obituary

Linda M. Ellis, age 62 of Lyle, Minnesota, died Monday July 16, 2012 at University of Minnesota Medical Center, Minneapolis. Linda Marie Kaput was born June 5, 1950 in Austin, Minnesota to George and Lois (Hagan) Kaput. She grew up in the Lyle/London area, graduating from Lyle High School in 1968. Linda then attended the Austin Area VoTech and received her nursing license.

On January 9, 1971, she married Carl Ellis in Lyle, Minnesota. The couple had two children. Linda lived most of her life in the Lyle area, and was a Branch Manager at the Sterling State Bank in Lyle. She was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Lyle, the Jaycee Women and Women of Today. She enjoyed fishing, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband Carl Ellis of Lyle; her children Alan (Monica) Ellis of San Antonio, Texas and Scott Ellis of Lyle; four grandchildren: Hannah, Mary Catherine, Cody, Grace; two sisters, Kristine (Ken) Bartness of Austin, Minnesota, Nancy Knipp of Dallas, Texas; brother Robert Kaput of London, Minnesota; many nieces, nephews, others relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents George and Lois Kaput and sister Sharon Kaput.

A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday July 20, 2012 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin, with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor's choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

VISITATION:
9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Friday, July 20, 2012
St. Augustine Catholic Church - Austin

MEMORIAL MASS:
10:30 a.m.
Friday, July 20, 2012
St. Augustine Catholic Church - Austin

BURIAL: At a later date

[Worlein Funeral Home web site obituary, 7/17/2012]

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Linda M. Ellis, 62, Lyle

Linda M. Ellis, 62, of Lyle, Minn., died Monday, July 16, 2012, at University of Minnesota Medical Center, Minneapolis.

Linda Marie Kaput was born June 5, 1950, in Austin, Minn. to George and Lois (Hagan) Kaput. She grew up in the Lyle/London area, graduating from Lyle High School in 1968. Linda then attended the Austin Area VoTech and received her nursing license. On Jan. 9, 1971, she married Carl Ellis in Lyle, Minn. The couple had two children. Linda lived most of her life in the Lyle area, and was a branch manager at the Sterling State Bank in Lyle. She was a member of Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Lyle, the Jaycee Women and Women of Today. She enjoyed fishing, traveling, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband Carl Ellis of Lyle; her children Alan (Monica) Ellis of San Antonio, Texas and Scott Ellis of Lyle; four grandchildren, Hannah, Mary Catherine, Cody, Grace; two sisters, Kristine (Ken) Bartness of Austin and Nancy Knipp of Dallas, Texas; brother Robert Kaput of London, Minn.; many nieces, nephews, others relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents George and Lois Kaput and sister Sharon Kaput.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 20, 2012, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin, with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be at a later date. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald, July 18, 2012]

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ARTIE HOFF

Artie Selmer Hoff was born April 9, 1907 in Pleasant Valley Township, Mower Co., the son of B.J. and Olena Hoff. He was baptised and confirmed in the Bear Creek Lutheran Church near Grand Meadow, Minnesota.

On July 17, 1954 at Albert Lea, Minnesota, he was united in marriage to Flossie McGary.

Mr. Hoff passed away at his home in LeRoy on June 27, 1968 after a lingering illness. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, Flossie, his parents Mr. and Mrs. B.J. Hoff of LeRoy, one sister Bernice (Mrs. Glenn) Lewison of Albert Lea, one brother Delmer Hoff of Stewartville, Minnesota.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 29, 1968, at 2 o'clock P.M. at the Bear Creek Lutheran Church with Rev. Allen Peterson officiating. Interment was in the church cemetery. Arrangements were with the Martz-Hutchins Funeral Home in LeRoy.

From the 7/4/1968 issue of the LeRoy Independent.

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RE-BURIAL SERVICES
PFC. MARTIN R. JONES

Private First Class Martin Robert Jones, the son of Mr. and Mrs. John T. Jones was born March 17, 1907 at the farm home south east of LeRoy, Minnesota, in Oak Dale, Iowa. He received his education at rural schools and LeRoy High School. At the age of 13, he was baptized and united with the First Baptist Church. He was a faithful member holding various offices and at his passing was a trustee. On November 27, 1935 he was united in marriage to Alta F. Wells at LeRoy, Minnesota. With the exception of a few months spent at Bowbella, North Dakota, his entire life was spent in this vicinity until he entered the service.

For a number of years he was engaged in farming and employed in various industries. Before entering the U.S. Army he was employed by the Minnesota Fiber Co. On February 19, 1944 he enlisted in the service and was called for induction April 13, 1944. He received 16 weeks Basic Training in the Infantry at Camp Roberts, California. At the completion of his training he was voted by his officers to be the best soldier in his platoon. He was awarded the Rifle Range Medal. After a 15-day delay enroute, which he spent time with his folks at home. He then went to Camp Meade, Maryland and soon after that left for the European theatre.

On February 8, [1945] his family received word from the War Department that he was missing in action in Luxembourg and on February 13th another message was received stating he was killed in action January 22, 1945. He was buried in Luxembourg. To his many friends who knew him Martin was a true friend never thinking of self.

He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife, two step-children, LaVerne Wells of LeRoy and Robert Wells of Heron Lake, Minnesota, his mother and father, two sisters Mrs. Mary Fister and Mrs. Ethel Mahoney, one brother Donald all of LeRoy.

His body was returned to LeRoy for funeral services at the First Baptist Church on Wednesday, September 22, 1948, with a re-burial in the LeRoy Cemetery.

Obituary copied from the LeRoy Independent, Wednesday, September 22, 1948.

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DEATH AT AGE 67 OF
CARDINAL HENDRICKSON
HEART ATTACK VICTIM

Cardinal Lyle Hendrickson, 67, passed away suddenly on October 11, 1979 of an apparent heart attack. He was born on April 29, 1912 in Forestville Township, Minnesota, to Julius and Eva (Vrieze) Hendrickson.

On June 17, 1933 he married Mildred Berning and to this union five children were born.

Cardinal was preceded in death by his father and wife Mildred.

He is survived by his four daughters and one son; Mrs. Roy (Marcella) Tibbals, of Lime Springs, Iowa, Percy of Preston, Minnesota, Ermilee Hendrickson of Spring Valley, Minnesota, Mrs. Richard (Cheryl) Serfling of Preston, Minnesota, Mrs. Paul (Lynette) Grabau of Spring Valley, Minnesota. His mother Mrs. Eva Hendrickson of Spring Valley, Minnesota, one sister Mrs. H.L. (Phyllis) Mauseth of Austin, Minnesota, and 17 grandchildren.

Funeral services were at 3:00 P.M. Monday at the Cherry Grove United Methodist Church with the Lindstrom Funeral Home of Lime Springs, Iowa, in charge. Interment was in the Cherry Grove Cemetery.

Obituary was copied from the LeRoy Independent.

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ALTA F. JONES

Alta Fayette Jones was born May 27, 1892 in Bennington, Minnesota, to Frank and Mathilda Lacy. At the age of 5, the family moved to Chester, Iowa. There she attended the school and joined the Methodist Church. Later she attended and graduated from Business College in Austin.

In 1912, she was united in marriage to Glen V. Wells and to this union two children were born: LaVerne (Mrs. Dwaine) Hebl of LeRoy and a son, Robert of Minneapolis.

She was always very active in civic affairs and home town activities. She worked many years as a clerk and also a telephone operator where she became a joy to all who knew her. On November 27, 1935 she was married to Martin R. Jones who lost his life in service in 1945.

Alta was a long time member of the American Legion Auxiliary, a 50 year member of both the Royal Neighbors and Eastern Star. She was also a member of the First Baptist Church of LeRoy. She was in failing health for some time before she was admitted to Meadow Manor Nursing Home in January of 1967 where she passed away June 27, 1968.

She leaves to mourn her passing two children; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a half brother, Everett Baldwin of Fargo, North Dakota; many other relatives and host of friends. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 29, 1968 at 2 P.M. at the First Baptist Church in LeRoy with Rev. Donald Lund officiating. Burial was in the LeRoy Cemetery. Arrangements were with the Martz-Hutchins Funeral Home in LeRoy.

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Funeral services were held Wednesday, July 19, 1995, at the St. Ansgar Catholic Church, for Edward A. Weber, 77, of Tucson, Arizona, and formerly of St. Ansgar. Rev. D. Cahill officiated and burial was in the St. Ansgar City Cemetery. He died on Sunday, July 16, 1995 at the Northwest Hospital, Tucson, Arizona.

Edward Weber was born on November 30, 1917 at Johnsburg, Minnesota.

Preceding him in death were his parents; and his second wife, Pauline.

Survivors include one daughter, Mary Jane Brown of Coon Rapids, Minnesota; one son, James Weber of Austin, Minnesota; one sister, Regina Kleckner of Owatonna, Minnesota; one step-sister, Irene Adams of Austin, Minnesota; one brother, Raymond Weber of Rochester, Minnesota; one step-brother, Art Weber of St. Ansgar; and one grandchild.

[Mitchell County Press - July 26, 1995]

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MERLE JACOBSON, 83

Grand Meadow, Minnesota -- Funeral services for Merle Jacobson, 83, who died at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester on October 25, 1991 were held today at Grand Meadow Lutheran Church with the Rev. Warren Diskerud and Rev. David Dybzig officiating. Interment was in the Grand Meadow Cemetery.

Mr. Jacobson was a mail carrier for 28 years. He is survived by his wife, Pearl of Chatfield, four sons: Thomas of Spicer, Douglas of Windom, Kenneth and Russell both of Chatfield, eight grandchildren, two sisters: Agnes Samso of Minneapolis, and Madeline Fawver of Austin, and one brother Clarence Jacobson of Dexter.

[Obituary copied from an Austin, Minnesota newspaper]

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Social Security Death Index:
Merle Jacobson
b: 18 MAR 1908
d: 25 OCT 1991
SSN: Minnesota 469-18-0319

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JEAN A. RICE

Jean Anna Rice was born at Riceville, Iowa on June 7, 1950, the daughter of Carl and Lucille Zobeck Wolfe. She was baptized at the Chester Lutheran Church in 1950 and was confirmed there in 1965. Jean attended the Chester schools and graduated from Crestwood High School in 1968.

She died on October 12, 1979.

Upon graduation she attended cosmetology school in Waterloo. She was married to Gary Lee Rice on April 4, 1970 and they made their home in Chester. They were the parents of two children, Timothy and Rhonda. Jean operated "Jean's Beauty Shoppe" at her home the past several years. Jean was active in the United Lutheran Church in Chester, Iowa where she taught Sunday School for the past three years and where she had been recently elected president of her women's group.

She is survived by her son Timothy, daughter Rhonda, her mother Mrs. Lucille Wolfe; two sisters, Mrs. Karen Hagemeier of Waterloo, Iowa, and Mrs. Margie Johnson of Elma, Iowa; and a brother Roger Wolfe of Chester, Iowa.

She was preceded in death by her husband Gary and her father Carl Wolfe.

[Obituary copied from the LeRoy Independent]

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ELMER LOUIS KLAGGE, 93

Austin, Minnesota -- Funeral services for Elmer Louis Klagge, 93, who died October 28, 1991 at St. Olaf Hospital, will be held 1:30 p.m. Friday at the Mayer Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Nordell officiating. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery. There will be a Masonic service at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 4-8 p.m. Thursday and from 9 a.m. until the time of service on Friday.

Mr. Klagge was born August 22, 1898 at Winona, Minnesota, to William and Friedrika Klagge. He was the founder and former owner of the Klagge Ice Cream Company. He married Mrs. Marguerite Houston on February 14, 1952 at Mason City, Iowa.

He is survived by his wife, Marguerite of Austin, one daughter and son-in-law Gayle and Robert W. Larson of Austin, one step-son Jeffery Houston of Eagan, three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, one sister Edna Richman of Winona. He was preceded in death by four sisters, and two brothers and his first wife.

[Obituary was copied from an Austin, Minnesota newspaper]

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Gladys Margaret Larson was born August 25, 1912, the eighth of ten children of Ellen and Hans Larson. She was baptized and confirmed in the Norwegian language at Bloomfield Lutheran Church. In 1930 she graduated from Spring Valley High School. Following graduation from Chatfield Teachers' Normal in 1931. She taught grades one through eight at Beaver Township Country Schools, Blue Bell and Happy Corners.

On April 24, 1938 she was united in marriage to Julius Olson at Ostrander. They made their home on a farm three miles south of Ostrander. Julius and Gladys were the parents of six children. Following Julius' death in 1963, Gladys resumed her teaching career, teaching first grade at Wykoff Public Schools.

Gladys died on October 27, 1991.

Survivors are three sons and daughters-in-law, Richard and Lela Olson of Northfield and their children: Pamela, David, Christine, Robert and June Olson of Springfield, MO. and their children: Stephanie and Mary; Phillip and Mary Olson of Plymouth and their children: Karen, Luke, Rebecca, and Eric, three daughters and sons-in-law and their children: Ellen and Gary Grabau of Boulder, Colorado, children, Craig, Daniel, Eric, and Diane; Julianne and Richard Skogen, of Plymouth their children Rachel, Mark, Elizabeth, and Sarah; and Sharon and David Mathison of Mazeppa and their children Angela, Cory, Ashley, Andrea, a great-grandson Chase Grabau, a brother Alvin Larson of Spring Valley, sisters Elnora Olson, Ostrander, Nina Jacobson of LeRoy, and Alta Jones of Grand Meadow.

She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, four brothers Clarence, Holger, Floyd, and Frances and one sister Alida.

[Obituary was copied from an Austin Newspaper]

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JOHN F. WILLIAMSON, 80

Austin, Minnesota -- Funeral services for John Freeman Williamson, 80, who died Monday morning at his home, will be held 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church, Dr. Joel O. Rustad officiating. Interment will be in Red Oak Grove Cemetery.

Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday. V.F.W. Post 1216 will be in charge of military rites.

Survivors include two step-daughters and sons-in-law, Shirley and Clair Horsman, Spring Valley and Beverly and Raymond Hansen of Austin, five step-grandchildren, 10 step-great grandchildren, brothers and sisters-in-law Osmor and Martha Williamson, California, Nordeen and Shirley Williams on of Austin, Roger Williamson of Austin, James and Sonja Williamson of Austin, Loren Williamson of Cottage Grove, four sisters and a brother-in-law Emma Unger of Byron, Lena Maixner of Austin, Marilou Yezek of Austin, Inez and Neil Spitsak of Owatonna.

[Obituary copied from an Austin, Minnesota newspaper]

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Minnesota Death Certificate Index:

WILLIAMSON, JOHN FREEMAN
Date of Birth: 18 Dec 1910
Place of Birth: MINNESOTA
Mother Maiden Name: GUTTORMSON
certid# 1991-MN-030085
Date of Death: 28 Oct 1991
County of Death: MOWER

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Social Security Death Index:

JOHNNIE F. WILLIAMSON
born: 18 Dec 1910
died: 28 Oct 1991
age: 80
Last Residence: Austin, Mower, MN 55912
SSN issued: Minnesota

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Henry Jacob Grunewald, 78

Austin, Minnesota - Funeral services for Henry J. Grunewald, 78, who died October 27, at Comforcare Care Center, will be held at 10:30 A.M. Thursday at St. Edward's Catholic Church with the Rev. Donald Zenk officiating.

Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery at Hamilton, Illinois. Friends may call at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday. A KC Rosary will be held at 7 p.m. and a wake service at 7:30p.m.

Mr. Grunewald was born November 14, 1912, at Warsaw, Illinois, to Jacob and Elizabeth (Barth) Grunewald. He attended schools in the Warsaw area and was married to Marie Ellison on July 1, 1939 at Warsaw. They resided in the Quad Cities and moved to Austin in 1954. He owned and operated G & G Heating and Air Conditioning until his retirerment in Jan. of 1976. He was a member of St. Edward's Cathollic Church and the Knights of Columbus.

He is survived by his wife, Marie of Austin, two sons and daughters-in-law Phil and Mary Grunewald of Rochester and Jim and Nancy Grunewald of Austin, two daughters and a son-in-law Elizabeth Loescher of Denver, and Nan and Wes Elliott of Manassas, Virginia, 15 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, a brother William Grunewald, of Warsaw, Illinois, two sisters Catherine Oehmigen of Stoneham, Mass., and Mary Brown of Warsaw, Illinois.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers.

[Obituary copied from an Austin, Minnesota newspaper]

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GARY LEE RICE

Gary Lee Rice was born on January 1, 1946 at Eagle Grove, Iowa, the son of Marion and Maxine Peyton Rice. He moved to Howard Co. along with his parents in 1947. He attended rural schools in the county and graduated from Riceville High School in 1964.

He served in the U.S. Army from November of 1965 until November of 1967, with thirteen months of duty in Vietnam. Gary received the following awards and citations from the military: Vietnam Service Metal with two Bronse Stars, Combat Infantry Badge, National Defense Service Metal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal. Upon his discharge he had attained the rank of Tech. Sgt.

He died October 12, 1979.

On April 4, 1970 he was married to Jean Anne Wolfe and the couple made their home in Chester. They were the parents of two children, Timothy and Rhonda. Before his marriage he was employed as a lineman in Illinois and at the time of his death was employed by the Donaldson Corp. of Cresco as a welder.

Gary was active in community and church work. He was completing his second term on the Chester town council, was Cub Scoutmaster for the Chester-Lime Springs Cub Scout Pack and had been an officer in the Chester Jaycees. A baptized and confirmed member of the United Lutheran Church of Chester. Gary had served as president of the congregation for two years and was currently serving as head usher.

He is survived by his son Timothy, daughter Rhonda, three brothers: Thomas of Santa Fe, New Mexico, Ronald of Floyd, Iowa, and Leslie of Rochester, Minnesota, two sisters: Mrs. Pamela Hobson, and Mrs. Patricia Saltau both of Riceville, Iowa, a half-brother Jim Rice of of Gilman City, Missouri, and his maternal grandfather William Peyton of Dows, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his wife Jean, his parents, and a sister in infancy.

[Obituary copied from the LeRoy Independent]

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DIED- At her home in Oakdale, Howard County, Iowa, December 27, 1893, of Lingering Consumpton, Mrs. Mary E. Headington, aged 71 years, 6 months, 2 days.

Miss Mary E. Howard was born in Vermont, June 24, 1822. She was married to Elliott Headington on June 7, 1850 at Kalamazoo, Michigan. They moved from there to Marshall, Michigan, where they resided until 1866 when they came to Iowa. They first located in Winneshiek Co. then moved to Howard Co. in 1877, and finally locating in Oakdale where they have resided the past 12 years.

She was a good neighbor and a faithful friend to all. She was loved and esteemed by all who knew her. She was a strong believer in the Advent Faith. She leaves a loving husband, three children, grandchildren, and a host of other friends to mourn her loss.

The funeral services were held in the Presbyterian Church Thursday, at 1 o'clock p.m. The Rev. T.N. Weaver officiating. She was buried in the LeRoy cemetery.

[Obituary copied from the LeRoy Independent]

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GERTRUDE ERICKSON, 75

Austin, Minnesota -- Private services for Gertrude Olive Erickson, 75, Winona, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, who died October 27, 1991 at the Winona Community Hospital, will be held Thursday, the Rev. Harold Usgaard officiating.

Interment will be in the Oakwood Cemetery. Friends may call at the Worlein Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday.

Survivors include two brothers and sisters-in-law Louis and Shirley Gunderson of Austin, and LaVerne and Lois Gunderson of Belle Vista, Arkansas; and a sister and brother-in-law Alice and H.L. Johnson of Austin.

[Obituary copied from an Austin, Minnesota newspaper]

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Social Security Death Index:

GERTRUDE ERICKSON
b: 26 Mar 1916
d: 27 Oct 1991
age: 75
Last Res: Lake City, Wabasha, MN 55041
SSN issued: Minnesota

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WAYNE W. WELLS

Wayne Winfield Wells, the son of Winfield and Etta Wells was born in LeRoy, Minnesota on September 8, 1920. He was graduated from the LeRoy High School and attended the University of Minnesota. On December 5, 1941 he was united in marriage to Inez Martinson, To this union was born one daughter, Nancy Ellen Wells.

In 1942, he was inducted into the Armed Forces in which he served for four years, obtaining the rank of First Lieutenant. He moved with his family to LeRoy in 1948. At this time he opened the Wells Insurance Agency which he successfully operated for six years. During the Korean Crisis, he was recalled into the military service and served during this campaign.

In 1954 the family moved to St. Paul, MN. where he became affiliated with the Arneson-Wells Insurance Company. He became President of the Corporation upon the retirement of Mr. Arneson. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in St. Paul. While living in LeRoy he served as Village Clerk, Commander of Meighen-Thompson Post 161 and Chef de Gare of Voiture 754 at Austin. In St. Paul he was a member of Roseville Lutheran Church and served as Trustee and Chairman of the Board.

After a lingering illness, he passed away at the St. Cloud Veterans Hospital on April 30, 1964. He was preceded in death by his father. He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife Inez, one daughter Nancy Ellen, and his mother Etta Wells of LeRoy.

Funeral services were held from the First Presbyterian Church in LeRoy on May 4, 1964 at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Russell Quanbeck officiating.

Interment was in the LeRoy Cemetery. Military honors were accorded him by the color guard and firing squad of Meighen-Thompson Post 161 American Legion.

[From the 5/7/1964 issue of the LeRoy Independent]

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RHONDA KAY RICE

Rhonda Kay Rice was born on May 24, 1972 at Cresco, Iowa. She was the daughter of Gary L. and Jean A. Wolfe Rice. She was baptized on September 24, 1972 at the United Lutheran Church of Chester, Iowa, where she was active in Sunday School. Rhonda was a second grade student at the Lime Springs attendance center. She died on October 15, 1979.

[Obituary copied from the LeRoy Independent]

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LAST RITES FOR O.M. SPENCER

The last rites were held for Orville Mason Spencer Tuesday, July 21, at 2:00 P.M. in the First Methodist Church, Menahga, Minnesota, with Rev. G.A. Eckhoff officiating. Mr. Spencer was born on February 28, 1889 in Dent, Minnesota, and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Spencer.

He was united in marriage to Ruth Loretta Conklin on March 1, 1905 at LeRoy. Ten children were born to this union. Two sons and an infant daughter preceded their father in death.

Surviving are his wife, three sons and four daughters who dare: Stuart of Sebecka, William of Idaho Falls, Idaho, Eugene of Chicago, Illinois, Mrs. Leo (Evelyn) Olsen, of Austin, Mrs. Warren (Pauline) Harden of LeRoy, Mrs. Robert (Doris) Wells of Minneapolis, and Mrs. Jack (Inez) Dunham of Menahga. There are 38 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

Mr. Spencer was employed as a streetcar conductor in Madison, Wisconsin, then moved to Minnesota where he was employed as a carpenter for some time. The family moved to Wadena County in 1926 and in 1937 to Huntersville where he operated the Huntersville store for 12 years, after which due to ill health he retired. Mr. Spencer passed away on July 19, 1959 in Wesley Memorial Hospital in Wadena at the age of 79 years, 4 months, 22 days.

Mr. Spencer was borne to his final resting place in the Hubbard Cemetery by six of his grandsons.

[Obituary was copied from the LeRoy Independent]

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Death Notice.

Henry Budahn, who lived near the line between Udolpho and Waltham, was struck by lightning Friday during the storm and instantly killed. He was seeding in the field and apparently was hurrying to finish out the piece of ground on which he was working and which he had nearly finished. He had just turned around and was putting in the last sack of grain into the seeded when he was stricken down by the deadly bolt.

Funeral services were held on Sunday at the Lutheran church near his home. He was about 45 years old and leaves a large family of children.

[Mower County Transcript, Wed., 4-22-1896, page 2, col. 4]

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OBITUARY.

Died.

BUDAHN

Henry Carl Frederick Budahn. The deceased was born on February 26, 1852, in Town Theresa, Dodge County, Wisconsin, being the first son of Frederick Budahn and his wife, Caroline. His parents being devoted Christians he received a thorough school education in the parochial school of Immanuel Lutheran Church in town Theresa, Wisconsin.

On the 13th of April, 1877, he was married to Miss Mary Borchardt; their married life was a very happy one. Nine children were born to them, one of whom died in infancy.

In May 1893, Mr. Budahn and his family removed from Wisconsin to town Waltham, Minnesota, where they have since lived. All who knew this could only respect and esteem him; he was an earnest Christian, and a prominent member of Lutheran Trinity church. With him his church has lost one of her most ardent and ever generous supporters. Although he had suffered from some lighter ills for some time, no one expected his early demise. While in the field on Friday, April 17th, and about to return home before a rain shower, he was struck and probably instantly killed by lightning. With the exception of a few very slight marks his body was outwardly uninjured, whereas his hat was almost totally shattered.

On Sunday afternoon, April 19th, the funeral was held from Trinity church. It is said by many to have been the largest funeral ever witnessed in this vicinity, the train being fully half a mile long, while many had assembled at the church before it arrived there. The discourse for this occasion was based on Jeremiah 29:11.

The age of the deceased was 44 years 1 month and 22 days. His widow and eight children, all minors, bemoan his sudden death. They have the hearty and tender sympathy of all.

[Mower County Transcript, Wed., 4-29-1896, Front Page]

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Death of Philinda P. Root

Mrs. Philinda P., wife of J.J. Root, died in Red Rock, Tuesday, April 21. She was born in New York state, on September 11, 1835. She came west to Minnesota in 18785. She had been sick for about nine years and died of consumption.

Funeral services were held at the house on Thursday. One daughter, Ardell A., and the husband are left to mourn the loss of mother and wife.

Mower County Transcript, Wed., 4-29-1896, page 2, col. 5

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Died.

Mrs. Maria E. Dillon.

At the residence of her parents in this city, Wednesday evening, April 22, 1896, Mrs. Maria E. Dillon, aged 23 years. Deceased was the oldest daughter of Dr. and Mrs. E.C. Dorr.

She was born in this city, April 3, 1873, and was reared here. Her talent for music was very marked and she spent five years at Sinsinawa Mound, Iowa, and one year at St. Joseph's Academy at St. Paul in perfecting her education, giving special attention to musical training.

In August, 1894, she was married to Dr. R.H. Dillon of Fall River, Massachusetts, whom she met while he attended state university at Minneapolis. She spent most of the first year of her married life in this city. Last September she went east with her husband to make their home in Fall River, Massachusetts, where the doctor had entered upon the practice of medicine.

After being there only a few weeks, Mrs. Dillon's health commenced to fail and it was found necessary to come west again. Since her return, her health never returned, in spite of the best medical aid obtainable, and last Wednesday evening, death came as a relief to her sufferings.

Funeral services were held at the residence Saturday forenoon, conducted by Rev. C.D. Belden, assisted by Rev. A. Cressey. There was a very large company of sorrowing friends present. The W.R.C., the Degree of Honor, and the O.E.S. attended as organizations. McIntyre Post, G.A.R. acted as escort to the funeral procession. Six of the intimate young lady freinds of the deceased acted as honorary pall bearers. Interment was at Oakwood.

The deceased was a most estimable young woman. Modest and retiring in her ways, she endeared herself to all who knew her intimately. She was the light of her home and of the large circle of her friends. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to the sorrow stricken family and relatives.

[Mower County Transcript, Wed., 4-29-1896, page 3, col. 5]

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      7-24-1830 -- 5-06-1896

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Passed Away -

In another column will be found the death notice and biographical sketch of the late J.G. Hormel of this city. In his demise Austin has lost one of her best citizens, and the destiny of a most active, honorable and useful life has been fullfilled, rounded out by every virtue that characterises true manhood and uprightness.

We wish to bow in reverence in the remembrance of the dear father who for as many years has been the strong and kindly support of home circle which now is so suddenly broken. Workds are feeble in expressing the emotions of the human heart on such as occasion as this.

None, but those who here experienced the sad parting of a loyal father can ever know what it means. We deeply sympathize with the family and friends in this trying ordeal.

[Austin Register, Thursday, May 7, 1896]

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Obituary, John George Hormel

John George Hormel was born in Germany, near Frankfort on the Main, July 24, 1830. At four years of age he came with his parents to Buffalo, New York, an experience which he distinctly remembered in after life; a part of the trip being accomplished on the first railway train ever run between Albany and Schenectady.

In 1856, he was married in Buffalo to Miss Susie Decker, a life union which was crowned with the rarest harmony and blessing. In 1865 he removed with his wife and four children to Toledo, Ohio, where he engaged in the tannery busines under the firm name of Hormel and Heyer, until 1890, when he retired. But his energetic spirit chaffed under severence from business interests, and in July 1895, at the urgent solicitation of his family, he removed to Austin, Minnesota, the he might enjoy the activity of business with his sons without bearing its cares and responsiblities.

Here he was so renewed in heath and strength that it seemed as if his best and happiest years were yet before him, when he should see the fruits of his life long consecration to home and family and God.

But one week ago Wednesday night, April 29, he was taken with severe chills, followed by la Grippe and pneumonia. From this he sank rapidly, and Wednesday morning quietly breathed his last, as 5:30, surrounded by most of his family.

Mr. Hormel was a life-long member of the German Reformed Church, an earnest, consistent christian. His disposition was a peculiarly happy one -- a blending of gentleness and firmness, contentment and ambition. In business he was both conservative and energetic. In his home he was remarkable for his ingenious ability of entering into and appreciating the natural endowments of each one of his children, so as to encourage and develop each along their own chosen line of life work. No one was constrained or discouraged but each was trained regardless of expense or self-sacrifice for what ever vocation they wished to enter.

Mr. Hormel's entire family consisted of twelve children, two of whom died in early life. Five daughters and five sons remain with their mother to mourn their loss. Miss Elisabeth Hormel, instructor of art in Albert Lea College; Mrs. L.P. Fisher, of Toledo; Mrs. Franks, E. Wells, of Fostoria; Miss Lottie, a kindergarten teacher, all present with her mother in Austin; Miss Nellie, a teacher in the Toledo public schools. Four of the sons, George A., Herman, John and Ben, are engaged in the packing business in Austin; Rev. W. H. Hormel is pastor of central Pres. church, of Austin and the Oakland Pres. church.

Mr. Hormel will be laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery, Friday, May 8, 1896. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. at the Central Presbyterian Church, by Dr. S.S. Cryor, of Albert Lea.

[Austin Register, Thursday, May 7, 1896]

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James McGilvery, an old and respected resident of LeRoy Town, died at the home of his son, Donald, near LeRoy on Monday, January 15, 1906 at 2 p.m. aged 79 years. He was born in Scotland. He was married to Miss Elizabeth Ailsa in Canada in 1865. Ten children were born to this union, eight of whom are still living, six sons and two daughters, all who have grown up in LeRoy along with their parents who have been esteemed residents for many years.

Mr. McGilvery was a member of the Presbyterian Church for many years and was an elder. Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian Church with Rev. T.N. Weaver officiating on Thursday afternoon. Interment was in the LeRoy Cemetery.

[From the 1/24/1906 issue of the Mower County Transcript]

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Pauline A. Harden

Funeral services for Pauline Harden, 78, of LeRoy were held on Friday, April 28, 1989 at 1:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in LeRoy with Rev. Stanley Tolle officiating. Interment was in the LeRoy Cemetery. Arrangements were with the Hutchins Funeral Home in LeRoy.

Pauline Aurilla Spencer was born June 1, 1910 at LeRoy, Minnesota, to Orville and Ruth Conklin Spencer. Her childhood days were spent in the LeRoy and Verndale areas. Pauline went to the LeRoy schools through the eighth grade. As a young girl she worked at the Canton Cafe in Austin. On May 28, 1928 she married Warren D. Harden at Decorah, Iowa. To this union five children were born: Wanda, Ruth, Vern, Warren, Jr., and Beverly.

Pauline was a member of the First Baptist Church and as a young mother she taught Sunday School.

She was a devoted mother and homemaker who enjoyed sewing, knitting, and crocheting. She was an avid gardener even as her health was failing. Her constant companion was her dog Rusty. In 1965 Pauline and her husband Warren moved to Bartlett, Illinois, and worked for Herrick House for dependent children. They returned to LeRoy in 1969 and retired.

Pauline died on April 25, 1989 at the Adams Health Care Center at Adams, Minnesota. Survivors include one son Vern and wife Ellen of Worthington, Ohio, three daughters: Wanda Enfield of Austin, Minnesota, Ruth Timmerman of Streamwood, Illinois, and Beverly and husband John Fritcher of Saratoga, Iowa, daughter-in-law Hazel Harden of Rochester, Minnesota, 22 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, two great great grandchildren, two brothers Gene and his wife Lou Spencer, William Spencer of California, three sisters: Evelyn Running of California, Doris Wells of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Inez Paulson in Wisc.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Warren, one son Warren, Jr., and two brothers.

[From the 5/4/1989 issue of the LeRoy Independent]

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MAYME JOHNSON, 43-year Compositor For Independent, Dies at age 68.

Mayme Cecelia Johnson departed from earthly life quietly at about 12:30 P.M. Sunday, December 2, 1973. Mayme had been in ill health for quite a long time. Mayme was born in Bennington Township on January 18, 1905 to Christian and Greta Johnson. Mayme received her education in the LeRoy public schools and remained a resident of LeRoy.

For more than 40 years Mayme was employed the LeRoy Independent doing linotype and other mechanical work. Mayme was indispensible.

Mayme was a confirmed member of the LeRoy Lutheran Church and presently belonged to Naomi Circle. She exemplified many Christian virtues. Mayme was preceded in death by her parents, and a younger brother, Clarence who passed away in 1965 They made their home together. She is survived by a brother Phillip Johnson.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, December 5, 1973 at 2:00 P.M. at the LeRoy Lutheran Church with Rev. Martin B. Thompson officiating. Interment was in the LeRoy Cemetery.

[From the 12/6/1973 issue of the LeRoy Independent]

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Alma Marie Johnson, daughter of John and Karen Hanson Johnson, was born near Ostrander, Minnesota, on November 15, 1889. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith. Her early years were spent around the Ostrander area. In 1916 she moved to Sac City, Iowa, where she was employed at the Park Hotel and remained there until she passed away on December 1, 1973.

She leaves to mourn her passing four sisters: Mrs. Mabel Allen of Carbon Cliff, Illinois, Mrs. Albert Gilbertson of Ostrander, Minnesota, Mrs. William Roberts of Spring Valley, Minnesota, and Mrs. Julia Langile of Ostrander, Minnesota. She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers Elmer and Albert.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, December 4, 1973 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander with Rev. Gale Chilson officiating. Interment was in the Ostrander Cemetery Ostrander, Minnesota.

[From the 12/6/1973 issue of the LeRoy Independent]

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WARREN HARDEN, Jr., 30,
KILLED FRIDAY IN CAR UPSET

A one car accident on Mower County 14, three miles north of LeRoy at 10:15 p.m., Friday claimed the life of Warren D. (Monte) Harden, Jr. owner of Warren's Phillips 66 gas station in LeRoy. Harden was pronounced dead on the scene. The right wheels of the car he was driving slipped off the asphalt road forcing him to lose control of the car which overturned. A passenger in the car, Galen Christopherson, 54, also of LeRoy, is listed in fair condition at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, where he was taken by the LeRoy Ambulance. Both men were thrown from the car authorities said.

Warren D. Harden, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Warren D. Harden, was born on July 16, 1943 at Taopi, Minnesota. Nicknamed "Monte" he attended grade school and high school in LeRoy, graduating in 1961. On March 8, 1965, he was united in marriage to Hazel Frieberg at Chicago, Illinois. To this union were born three sons.

Survivors are his wife, Hazel of LeRoy, three sons Warren, Jeffery, and Monte all at home, his parents Mr. and Mrs. Warren D. Harden of LeRoy, three sisters: Wanda (Mrs Loren) Enfield of Austin, Mrs Ruth Timmerman of Streamwood, Illinois, Beverly (Mrs. John) Fritcher of Lime Springs, Iowa. and one brother Vern Harden of Omaha, Nebraska.

Funeral services were held on Monday, Dec. 3, 1973 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bethany Bible Church with Rev. George Bergland officiating. Interment was in the LeRoy Cemetery.

[From the 12/6/1973 issue of the LeRoy Independent]

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RAYMOND F. YUNKER, 88,
FORMER RESIDENT DIES

Raymond Francis Yunker, a former resident, died April 3, 1989 at the Adams Health Care Center. Mr. Yunker was 88 years of age, being born July 22, 1900 at Elma, Iowa where he grew up and attended school in the area.

On June 17, 1927, he married Emma Cenek in the Elma area. The couple moved to LeRoy where Mr. Yunker worked for Schneider Hatchery in LeRoy, Minnesota, and then into construction for Osmundson Bros. in Adams until his retirement. Emma Yunker died in 1951. On November 25, 1958 he married Leonilla Merton at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in LeRoy. The couple moved to the Adams area where they have lived since. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams.

In addition to his wife he is survived by a daughter, Mildred (Mrs. Eugene) Stern of LeRoy; three step-sons: Mathias Merton of Kansas City, Missouri, Nathan Merton of Brownsdale, and Bernard Merton of St. Ansgar, Iowa; two step-daughters, Dorothy (Mrs. Alfred) Loecher and Marcella (Mrs. Damien) Bissen both of Milwaukee, Wisconsin; eight grandchildren; 17 step-grandchildren; and a sister, Mrs. Regina Thies of Osage, Iowa.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, two sons, two brothers, and a sister.

[From the 5/4/1989 issue of the LeRoy Independent]

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Sanford Anderson of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family Thursday, July 5, 2012, after a short illness. He was 90 years old.

Sam was born in Forest City, Iowa, on February 7, 1922, to Selmer and Tilly Anderson.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Charlotte Jennings Nessa of Grand Meadow and Martha (Kenneth) Belknap of Chippewa Falls, Wis., and special friend, Florence Sorum of Grand Meadow.

He is survived by his sister, Ruby (Lyman) Gronseth of Pine Island; two brothers, Hubert (Nancy) of Rochester and Wilford (Helen) of Eau Claire, Wis.; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Sam worked in farming for the Steir family most of his life, a job and a family he loved. Sam enjoyed tractors, farming, long car rides up north and long walks. He loved life, his family and friends. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, July 28, at 2:30 p.m. at the home of Kim and Dean Gomer in Grand Meadow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Grand Meadow School in memory of Sam Anderson. A scholarship fund will be set up in his name.

[Rochester Post-Bulletin website, 7/14/2012]

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Erdman Roy Klatt, 85, Brownsdale

Erdman “Buzz” Roy Klatt, 85, of Brownsdale, Minnesota, died on July 13, 2012, at his home in Brownsdale.

Erdman was born on April 24, 1927, the son of Max Emilion and Rose Virginia (Cisar) Klatt, in Columbia Heights, Anoka, Minn. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1944-1948. On Sept. 18, 1948, he was united in marriage to Felicie Stubbs in Minneapolis. She died on Feb. 14, 2001. Buzz was formerly of Duluth, Minn., later moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico, and in 2007, he moved to Brownsdale. Buzz always enjoyed feeding the squirrels.

Erdman “Buzz” is survived by his children, Debbie (Greg) McMartin, Brownsdale, Todd Klatt, Brownsdale, Bradley Klatt, Duluth, and Gregory (Betty) Klatt, Las Cruces; six grandchildren, Ricky Widell, Jammie Curtiss (Terrance Bascom), Melissa (Cliff) Bradley, Jayson Curtiss, Melody Dillabough, Patricia McMartin; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Rosabell Hubred, Apple Valley, Minn.; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; one brother, Burton; one sister, Violet Jaglowski; one daughter, Melody Widell; and one grandson, Corey Widell. Blessed be his memory. www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com.

[Austin Daily Herald website -- Monday, July 16, 2012]

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Michael James Stephens, 51, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, passed away Sunday morning, July 15, 2012, in Austin, Minnesota.

Michael was born June 9, 1961, in Austin to Bernadette (Davis) Stephens. He grew up in Austin and attended Pacelli High School. After high school Michael entered the United States Army and served in Germany. On December 12, 1992, he married Amy Edison at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. He enjoyed spending time with his kids and family. Michael especially liked riding his motorcycle, camping, running, and weight lifting.

Survivors include his wife Amy Stephens of Rose Creek; his mother Bernadette Stephens of Austin; his step-father-in-law Michael Schaefer of McIntire, Iowa; his children Lyndsey, Matthew, Luke, Jacob, and Hope; three grandchildren, Dominic, Star, and Daisy; his brother Bruce (Mary) Iverson of Austin; sisters Barbara (Chester) Gerhart, Mary (Tom) Regenscheid, Michelle (Edward Young) Williams, all of Austin; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father in law David Edison, mother in law Jean Schaefer.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, July 19, 2012, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin, with Pastor William Odermann officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday evening, July 18 at Worlein Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery in Rose Creek, with military rites by American Legion Post No. 91 and VFW Post No. 1216. Memorials may be directed to the family.

Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald web site, July 17, 2012]

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Richard Allen Jarvis, 81, Austin

Richard Allen Jarvis, 81, of Austin, Minnesota, died Sunday, July 15, 2012, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin.

Richard was born July 24, 1930, in Austin to Lyle and Birdie (Gordon) Jarvis. He grew up and attended school in Austin. Richard served in the United States Army from 1947 to 1951. On October 14, 1950, he married Evelyn M. Desormeaux in Michigan. In the early years of their marriage the couple moved often, living in Michigan and Iowa. He worked as a tool and die machinist, and drove a concrete mixer.

After retiring in 1992, Richard and Evelyn resided in Florida. They returned to Austin in 1995.

Richard loved travelling, going on hunting and fishing trips with his family, bowling, and archery. In retirement he enjoyed golf, drives in the country, genealogy, and using the computer.

Survivors include his wife Evelyn of Austin; his children, Richard (Becky) Jarvis of Indianola, Iowa, Teresa Jarvis West (Joseph Pedagno) of Pittsboro, N.C., Wayne Jarvis of Roseville, Mich.; four grandchildren, Stacy (Randy) Crossman, Amy (Jared) Wertenberger, Adam (Mandie) Jarvis, Andrew (Nikki) West; six great-grandchildren and one great-grandchild due in October 2012; one sister Lois (Ross) Rockwell of Austin.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lyle and Birdie Jarvis; brothers Howard and Harold; sister Gladys Lillie.

Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, July 19, 2012, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel. Private interment will be in Grandview Cemetery. Military rites by American Legion Post No. 91 and VFW Post No. 1216.

Memorials are preferred to Mayo Clinic Health System-Austin, Hospice Services, 408 Fourth Ave. NW, Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

[Austin Daily Herald web site, July 17, 2012]

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Edward Harlan Kittelson, 93, Austin

Edward Harlan Kittelson, 93, of Austin, Minnesota, died July 16, 2012, in Woodbury, Minnesota, from complications of Alzheimer’s disease.

Edward was born February 18, 1919, in Austin, Minnesota, to Edward and Berthena Stemson Kittelson. He married Mabel Shaw Kittelson on Jan. 12, 1944. Ed enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II, and was part of the 90th Division under Patton. He made the D-Day landing at Normandy and earned decorations and citations for fighting in the Ardennes, the Battle of the Bulge and the drive across Germany to Czechoslovakia.

Ed enjoyed family, fishing, traveling and, after retiring, wintering in southern Texas. Later, he stayed active helping neighbors with yardwork both during summer and winter into his late 80s.

Ed is survived by his daughters, Marie (Douglas) Clarke of Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, and Helen Stoltenburg of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; his son, Dean Kittelson of Cottage Grove, Minnesota; brother, Burton (Dorothy) Kittelson of Austin; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Mabel; son-in-law, John Stoltenburg; and grandson, Eric Stoltenburg.

A service will be held at 1 p.m. on July 21, 2012, at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Cemetery with Pastor Karl Dalager officiating. Military rites will be performed by the VFW, and memorials are preferred to the Alzheimers Foundation of America. Twin City Cremation in St. Paul, Minn., is in charge of arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald online, July 19, 2012]

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Elna Rabine Deyo, 98, passed away at the Adams Health Care Center on Saturday, July 14, 2012. She had been a resident there since 2008.

Elna was born December 30, 1913, to Charles and Christine (Wohlers) Rubin at Dexter, Minnesota, and attended the Elkton High School.

In 1931 she was married to William F. Rabine and lived in the Elkton-Dexter area before moving to St. Paul. Widowed at the age of 32 with four minor children, Elna worked a variety of jobs prior to her marriage in 1959 to Lewis Deyo. After his death in 1967, Elna retired to the Brainerd area where she remained until moving to St. Mark’s Apartments in Austin in October of 2002.

Her retirement years were continually busy with her talents for crafting, quilting, needle-work, gardening, cooking, reading and making gifts for her children and grandchildren. She also made baby bonnets for the Austin Medical Center and Presbyterian missions and crosses to include in cards to friends and relatives.

In addition to her two husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; two baby sisters, Alice and Arlene; three brothers, Louis Rubin Harold Rubin and Elwin Rubin; granddaughter Lynette Ogren; three great-grandchildren; sons-in-law Fred Schultz and Gary Schutte; and in 2003 her two sons William Rabine from a heart attack and Bruce Rabine from cancer.

She is survived by two daughters and son-in-law, Arlene and Harvey Buchite, Cameron, Wis.; Inez Chris Schutte, Coon Rapids, Minn.; daughter-in-law Betty Rabine, Austin, Minn.; sister-in-law Priscilla Rubin, Austin; 14 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and 20 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be held at the Dexter United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 21, 2012, at 1:30 p.m. with visitation one hour before the service. The Rev. Karen Ashton officiating, with burial following in the Dexter Cemetery.

Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

[Austin Daily Herald, July 18, 2012]

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