Helen V. Halverson, age 85, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at Our House Senior Living.

Helen Virginia Wood was born December 28, 1932, at home in Delavan, Minnesota to William Everett and Sarah (Terry) Wood. She attended grade one through six in Rose Creek, grades seven and eight in Austin, then graduated from Lyle High School in 1950. Helen was married in September 1950 to Ronald Halverson. The couple raised three children and later divorced.

She worked for Austin Outdoor Advertising for 25 years, starting as a secretary and working her way up to sales. Helen retired in 1994.

She belonged to Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Lyle, where she shared a 16-year friendship with Pastor Barb. After moving to Austin in 1974, Helen enjoyed casinos, auctions, collectibles and her beloved cats. She spent the last four years of her life at Our House Senior Living, with the assistance of Heartland Hospice. Helen was a hard worker and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her children Diane Harry of Rochester, James Halverson of Lyle, and Steve (Kathy) Halverson of Ellendale; five grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and her special friend Ruth Collette. Helen was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 15, 2018, at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Pastor Barbara Finley-Shea officiating. Friends may call for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Woodbury Cemetery, rural Lyle. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor’s choice. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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August 29, 1938 - November 26, 2018 (age 80)

Barbara “Cow Grandma” Runde– McIntire, Iowa

Barbara Ann (King) Runde “Cow Grandma,” age 80, passed away Monday, November 26, 2018 at her home after a 9 month battle with colon cancer.

Mrs. Runde was born August 29, 1938 in Adams, Minnesota, to Leo and Helena (Meurer) King. On November 14, 1959, she married Henry “Hank” Runde at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Adams and they farmed in the McIntire area.

Everyone referred to Barbara as “Cow Grandma” because of her hard work on their dairy farm and her amazing love for children. She will be remembered for the many visits to their farm from preschool and kindergarten students to learn about dairy farming. She also will be remembered for her excellent cooking and baking skills, particularly homemade bread, as well as her enormous and giving heart.

Survivors include four sons, Mike (Deb) Runde of Tucson, Arizona, Dean (Sandy) Runde of Riceville, Iowa, Ronnie Runde of McIntire, Iowa, and David (Kim) Runde of LeRoy, Minnesota; two daughters, Sharon (Mike) Goldsmith and Susan Runde, both of Rochester, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Danielle, Kristina, Tami, Alan, Rachel, Joseph and Elizabeth; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Alan Runde, five brothers, and a sister.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in LeRoy, Minnesota, with the Rev. Charlie Collins officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 5-7 p.m. on Friday, November 30 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in LeRoy and for 1 hour prior to the Mass on Saturday. Hindt Funeral Home of LeRoy is assisting the family.

Memorials may be made out to Howard County Community Hospice in Cresco, Iowa.

Online condolences may be left at www.Hindthudekfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Homes

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February 26, 1965 - November 24, 2018

Obituary for Rita Marie Barclay

Rita Marie Barclay was born to Hubert “Butch” and Beverly Barclay on February 26, 1965, in Austin, Minnesota. She was the oldest of four siblings: Timothy, Michael and Donald. She passed away Saturday; November 24, 2018, at home.

Rita attended Austin High School and graduated with the class of 1983. She had grown up on roller skates and worked at the rink in Brownsdale during her teen years. Following high school, she answered her calling in life by attending the nursing school. She spent the majority of her career caring for our elderly at both Comforcare Nursing Home and then Adams Health Care Center. She strongly advocated for her patients and loved them dearly.

In 1985, Rita met the love of her life, Harry Hayden. She wrote, “I never knew that caring for someone could be so great.” They spent 34 years together enjoying family and friends. They liked to bowl, camp, and golf. Rita was very social, and known for getting friends together to go “water towering”.

She had many special people in her life. Annie and Corbie were very influential people during adolescence and helped shape her future. Georgette is a highly valued friend, mentor, and boss. Uncle Jim’s was a great summer get-a-way where she cared for and showed horses. She was full of life and laughter. She gave far more than she ever accepted. The famous quote, “Live, Laugh and Love” describes Rita perfectly.

Visitation will be held at Mayer Funeral Home, Monday, December, 3, 2018, from 6-7pm with a Celebration of Life to follow.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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December 6, 1930 - November 22, 2018

Obituary for Leona Marie Miller

Leona Marie Miller 87, died Thursday morning, November 22, 2018, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home.

Leona was born December 6, 1930 in Owatonna, Minnesota, to John and Leona (Doerr) Haberman. Music was her passion and her piano students were her pride and joy. She taught piano lessons for over 60 years and three generations in her communities of Owatonna, Oakland, Austin and surrounding area. She loved her students and their families. She encouraged their success through competition in the Austin Music Guild.

She was active in the Catholic Church worship ministries. She was an organist at St. Joseph’s Church in Owatonna, St. Edward’s and St. Augustine’s in Austin. Leona had the privilege playing the organ and the piano as part of many of life’s celebrations including Christmas and Easter services, weddings and funerals. Through her talent and music choices, she could encourage a grieving family, calm a nervous bride and provide the perfect arrangement for any and all celebrations.

Leona met Wayne Miller at a Christmas Dance in 1957. Wayne proposed on the following Valentine’s Day and they married on June 21, 1958. Leona was active, along with her husband and family, in their farm community supporting 4-H, FFA, and the WIFE organization.

She loved the arts and was frequently in attendance for the Austin Symphony, Austin High School Performing Arts and the Austin Artist Series.

She is survived by her four daughters: Susan, Patricia (Bob), Linda, Karen; eight grandchildren: Kristopher, Rachel, Megan, Heather, Zachary, PJ, Sean, and Josh; four great grandchildren: Isla, Hadley, Emilia and Lucille; one sister-in-law Mavis Miller.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Leona (Doerr) Haberman; her husband, Wayne Miller; son-in-law, Darrell McCall.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 am on Friday, November 30, 2018 at St. Edward's Catholic Church with Father Jim Steffes officiating. Friends may call from 6-8 pm on Thursday at Mayer Funeral Home, and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Obituary

Marvin George Moe, age 91 of Austin, Minnesota, joined his beloved wife, Luella Moe and son Dale, in heaven Tuesday, November 20, 2018 at The Waters on Mayowood in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born March 26, 1927, to Walter A. and Matta M. (Sinn) Moe in St. Ansgar, Iowa. Marvin was baptized into our Lord’s family on July 3, 1927 at St. Ansgar Methodist Church, and was confirmed on December 15, 1950 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar.

He graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1945. During World War II, he served in the United States Army as bandsman and chief clerk for the 324th Ordinance Training Center Band in Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. Staff Sergeant Moe was released from active duty on October 31, 1946.

After his service, Marvin attended the American Institute of Business College in Des Moines, Iowa until June 1948, and was employed by Hormel Foods Corporation as a payroll accountant from July 1948 until his retirement in April 1991. On December 17, 1950, he married Luella Mae Jordan at Immanuel Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar, Iowa. In 1950, shortly after their marriage the couple moved to Austin and together had 4 children, Dennis, Dale, Cynthia, and Alan.

Marvin was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Austin, and a former member of Holy Cross Lutheran Church where he served as President and Elder, and on various church committees. He enjoyed singing with the St. John’s and Holy Cross choirs, and served as Scrip Coordinator for Holy Cross Lutheran School from September 1998 through June 2004. Marvin will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. As a follower of Jesus Christ, he is now rejoicing and we know we shall meet again.

Survivors include his family, son, Dennis (Lee) Moe of Farmington, Minnesota, daughter-in-law, Jennifer Moe of Nora Springs, Iowa, daughter, Cynthia (Edwin) Frank of Dexter, Minnesota, son, Alan (Kimberly) Moe of Savage, Minnesota; 6 grandchildren, Timothy, Christopher, Kayla, Colin, Joshua, and Adam; 5 great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Beverly Moe of Des Moines, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Matta Moe; wife, Luella Mae Moe in 2011; son, Dale Moe in 2013; and brother, Edward Moe.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 26, 2018, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Austin, with Pastor James Groleau officiating. Visitation will be held from 3:00-5:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 25, at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Flag presentation by American Legion Post 91. Interment will be in St. Ansgar Cemetery in St. Ansgar, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, family prefers memorials to St. John’s Lutheran Church. Special thank you to the staff at Primrose and The Waters on Mayowood for the loving care he received. Services are prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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September 30, 1929 - November 27, 2018 (age 89)

Verlis G. Payne, age 89, of Le Roy, Minnesota, died Tuesday, November 27, 2018.

Funeral services for Verlis will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander, MN with Pastor Herman Bakker officiating. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Monday, December 3, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church and will continue for 1 hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Burial will take place in the Ostrander Cemetery.

Verlis Payne was born September 30, 1929 in Marion, Indiana, to Garth and Fern (Shadle) Payne. He graduated from Jackson Center High School in Indiana in 1947. He was united in marriage to Ruthanna Love on June 12, 1948 in Montpelier, IN. Verlis was later united in marriage to Kathleen Miller on December 24, 2009 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA.

Verlis and Ruthanna farmed in Indiana before moving to the Le Roy area in 1957 where he then farmed all his life. He was the past Chairman of the Fillmore County DFL. Verlis was a farmer through and through and enjoyed the time he spent riding in his John Deere combine. His farm was his livelihood and one of the greatest loves of his life.

He is survived by his children Linda (Dave) Schwenn of Ostrander, MN, Judy (Paul) Johnson of Preston, MN, Gerald (Barb) Payne of Le Roy, MN, Don (Kathryn) Payne of Le Roy, MN, Dale (Lori) Payne of Preston, MN, Cindy (Wayne) Frank of Preston, MN, a daughter-in-law Cindy (Mike) Schmitz of Ironton, MN, a sister Tess Thompson of Fort Madison, IA, a brother Arden Payne of Hudson, IA, 14 grandchildren, and 27 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Ruthanna Payne, a son Monte Payne, and a granddaughter Holly Johnson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Eagles Cancer Telethon.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt Funeral Homes

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March 13, 1960 - November 21, 2018

James Greer Sikkink, age 58, of Harmony, Minnesota, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away at the Harmony Care Center on November 21st, 2018 following complications of surgery.

James "Jim" was born to Roger and Marjorie (Greer) Sikkink on March 13, 1960 in Harmony, Minnesota. Jim attended special education classes in Lanesboro, MN. He then moved to Austin, MN, and lived in various REM Homes. He worked at the Cedar Valley Workshop for the past 38 years, where he was known as the leader of the Happy Birthday song. Jim enjoyed bowling, participating in Special Olympics, and traveling with Venture Travels. Jim also loved music, listening to his radio, and attending the ARC dances. Jim liked to come home to visit his family and all of his nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his siblings Ann (Roger) Patten of Litchfield, Polly (James) Harstad of Harmony, and Randy of Rochester. He is also survived by 10 nieces and nephews and 21 great nieces and nephews. Jim is preceded in death by his parents.

The family of Jim wishes to thank the staff of REM in Austin and the Cedar Valley Workshop for all of their care and for being like family to him.

SOURCE: Lindstrom Funeral Home (Riceville, IA)

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FUNERAL NOTICE:

July 17, 1934 - November 30, 2018

Maxine LuEllen Johnson, 84, of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, November 30, 2018, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 6th at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Patrick Ziems officiating. Interment will be at Forest Hill Cemetery in Duluth, Minnesota. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Friday one hour before the service.

Memorials may be directed to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 1711 Broadway Street NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413.

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral Home

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OBITUARY -- Maxine LuEllen Johnson

July 17, 1934 - November 30, 2018

Maxine L. Johnson, 84 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, November 30, 2018 at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams.

Maxine was born July 17, 1934 in Duluth, Minnesota to Gunnar and Bernice (Larson) Lexen. She graduated in 1952 from Denfield High School in Duluth.

Maxine married Howard Johnson on July 17, 1954 at the Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity in Duluth, Minnesota. They moved to Austin, Minnesota, in 1961. Maxine and Howard were long term members at Grace Lutheran Church in Austin. She was a homemaker while her children were young and then entered the retail world after they started school. She worked many years at Kmart and later at a quilting store during her retirement. While employed with the Kmart Corporation, she received numerous awards for outstanding customer care. She was selected as the Sunshine Winner Recipient for best friend and co-worker by her peers.

Maxine enjoyed quilting, gardening and loved flowers. Reading was a passion of hers and she loved helping her neighbors and friends. Maxine's family meant the world to her and she loved being with them. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren always put a smile on her face! She was extremely proud of all the accomplishments of her family and she supported them in every way. Maxine enjoyed traveling throughout the United States and she loved being at the lake "up north" and vacationed there every summer. In the winter, she and Howard enjoyed snowmobiling.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Gunnar and Bernice Lexen.

Maxine is survived by her husband: Howard Johnson, Austin, Minnesota; children: Gerri (Greg) Enright, Duluth, Minnesota, Laura Wilde (Ann), Wayzata, Minnesota, and Greg Johnson, Austin, Minnesota; seven grandchildren: Jason (Stephanie) Kiefer, Rochester, Minnesota, Mark (Jana) Kiefer, Duluth, Minnesota, Jonathon Enright (Laura Dack), Hermantown, Minnesota, Christina Enright (Ben Dulski) Plymouth, Minnesota, Heather (Shawn) Geerts, Rochester, Minnesota, Daniel (Andrea) Wilde, Crystal, Minnesota and Brent (Megan) Wilde, Austin, Minnesota; 13 great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Carolyn (Dennis) Zarn, Culpeper, Virginia; several nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 6th at Grace Lutheran Church with Pastor Patrick Ziems officiating. Interment will be at Park Hill Cemetery in Duluth, Minnesota at a later date. Visitation will be at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary on Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and at the church on Thursday one hour before the service.

Memorials may be designated to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 1711 Broadway Street NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55413

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral Home

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Avery Ella Schulz, age 11, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in her mother’s arms on Thursday evening, November 29, 2018. She was at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Avery was born on August 21, 2007 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Brian and Amanda (Hullopeter) Schulz.

There will be a public visitation from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday, December 3, 2018 at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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September 24, 1931 - November 30, 2018 (age 87)

Funeral services for Lawrence C. Braun will be held 11:00 A.M. Friday December 7, 2018, at the Hindt Funeral Home in LeRoy with Pastor Herman Bakker officiating. Burial will be in the Lutheran Cemetery in Mitchell, Iowa. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Lawrence Braun, age 87, of Le Roy, Minnesota, died November 30, 2018, at Spring Valley Living in Spring Valley, Minnesota.

He was born September 24, 1931 in Mitchell, Iowa, and attended school there also. He served in the United States Military during the Korean War and started working for the railroad in 1955. He worked for the railroad until he was injured in 1970. On September 24, 1969 he was united in marriage to Hazel Neumann in Hot Springs, South Dakota; Hazel passed away in August of 1987.

Lawrence was preceded in death by his parent, his wife and several siblings.

Condolences may be left at www.HindtFuneralHomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home

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November 21, 1956 - November 28, 2018 (age 62)

Memorial services for Patricia Ann “Patti” Ryan will be held 1:00 P.M. Friday December 7, 2018 at Hindt Funeral Home 104 Grand Ave E. Grand Meadow, Minnesota, with Pastor Jon Marburger officiating. Visitation will be held 1 hr prior to the service at the funeral home.

Patricia A. Ryan, age 62, of Waseca, and formerly of Grand Meadow, died at her home in Waseca, November 28, 2018.

Patti was born November 21, 1956, in Rochester, Minnesota, to Norman Jacobson and Shirley Quirin Jacobson. She graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1974 and was united in marriage to Randy Ryan in 1979. They were later divorced. Patti was a stay at home mom while her children were at home. After her children were raised she went back to school at Mankato State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree. Patti worked for Hormel in Austin in the I.T. Department while going to school. After her graduation she was employed as a Software Engineer by IBM in Rochester until the time of her death.

Patti loved spending time with her dogs, photography, Kayaking and flying her drones.

She is survived by her children; Rachael (Tom) Poplau of Chicago, IL, Tyler Ryan of Bloomington, MN, Gina “ Faith” (Ryan) Hamilton of Lander, Wyoming; five grandchildren; her mother, Annett Monet, of FL; and bvy four brothers: David (Ginger) Jacobson, Robert “ Jake” (Terri) Jacobson, Joe (Brenda) Jacobson and Jerry (Andrea) Jacobson.

She was preceded in death by her father Norman and a brother Jeff.

Condolences may be left at, www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home

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FUNERAL NOTICE--

Robert E. Kvam, age 72 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Health System Austin in Austin.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 8, 2018, at the Worlein Funeral Home, in Austin.

Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 7, 2018, at Worlein Funeral, in Austin.

Interment will be in Woodbury Cemetery near Lyle, with military honors.

Worlein Funeral Home, of Austin, is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Obituary - Robert Eugene "Bob" Kvam

Robert E. “Bob” Kvam, age 72 of Lyle, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Mayo Clinic Health System Austin.

Robert Eugene Kvam was born on February 6, 1946 in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to Martin and Elizabeth (Hall) Kvam. He attended school in Austin and graduated in 1964. Shortly after graduation, Bob enlisted in the Marine Corps. During his time in the Marine Corps, he served 2 tours in Vietnam. Bob was a recipient of several medals. He continued his service with 2 years in the Marine Corps reserves.

On June 24, 1965, he married his high school sweetheart RoseMary Lane at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. Together the couple had 2 children, Richard and Connie. In 1975, Bob joined the Austin National Guard. His 25 years in the guards included a tour of duty to Desert Storm with the Indiana National Guard in 1991. After his time in the service, he graduated from radio broadcasting school and also received his Associate degree from Austin Community College. Bob worked for Weyerhaeuser for 3 years, Hormel for 6 years, and then as a deputy for Mower County, retiring in August of 2015, after 36 years of service.

Bob enjoyed motorcycles, and belonged to the American Legion Riders. After returning from Desert Storm, he toured for 3 ½ months through North West United States and Canada. He loved to travel, especially to Alaska, and visited almost every state. In 2006, Bob moved from Austin, and enjoyed his life in a beautiful log home near Lyle. He enjoyed hunting in his backyard, and also taught his grandchildren to hunt. Bob was a member of the American Legion Post 91, Honor Guard and Color Guard for the National Guard, and a life member of the National Rifle Association. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his wife, RoseMary Kvam of Lyle, MN; children, Richard Kvam of Lyle, MN, Connie Hanssen of Albert Lea, MN; 7 grandchildren, Sara (Joseph) Jutz of New Prague, MN, Darin Finley of Austin, MN, Colin Wilson of Austin, MN, Isaiah Mauseth of Austin, MN, Johnathan Kvam of Austin, MN, Sophia Kvam of Austin, MN, Ruby Kvam of Austin, MN; five great-grandchildren, Nolan, Eli and Katelyn Jutz, Joshua and Jacob Finley; brothers, Melvin (Diane) Kvam of Austin, MN, Dale Kvam of Austin, MN; sister, Marie Kvam of Austin, MN; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Elizabeth Kvam; and brother, Bruce Kvam.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 8, 2018 at the Worlein Funeral Home in Austin, with Pastor Roe Naylor officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Friday, December 7, 2018 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Woodbury Cemetery in Lyle with military honors by members of the United States Marine Corps, American Legion Post 91, and V.F.W. Post 1216. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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February 22, 1921 - November 30, 2018

Marjorie Emma Potter, 97 of Austin, Minnesota, died Friday, November 30, 2018 at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

Marjorie was born February 22, 1921 in Brownsdale, Minnesota, to Forrest and Elsie (Rockwell) Tanner and graduated from Austin High School in 1939. She married Edwin Potter on July 27, 1940 in Northwood, Iowa, and they raised three sons, Edwin, David, and Dennis.

She was a member of the Brownsdale Methodist Church, the Austin Eagles Club, Camera Club and the Red Hat Club. Marjorie loved to embroider, cook, read books, do crossword puzzles, play Bingo, camp, going for walks and play cards, especially Kings in the Corner.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edwin; son, Edwin; two brothers; two sisters, a daughter-in-law, and a grand daughter-in-law.

Marjorie is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law: David and Susan Potter, Beloit, Wisconsin, Dennis and Janelle Potter, Austin, Minnesota and Sandy Potter, Everett, Washington; grandchildren: Bruce (Maureen) Schultz, Lewiston, Idaho, Rob Schultz, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Julie Pospisil, Kirkland, Washington, EJ (Amy), Everett, Washington, Lonny Peddycord, Everett, Washington, Kassey (Ric) Stober, Marysville, Washington, Duane Potter, Rochelle, Illinois, Neil (Holly) Potter, Winnebago, Illinois, Angela Hansen, Albert Lea, Minnesota, and Sarah Potter, Mankato, Minnesota; great-grandchildren: Matthew Schultz, Michael Schultz, Megan Schultz, Ashley Schultz, Shayla Schultz, Brittney Stober, Lonny Peddycord, Blake Stober, Samantha Potter, Ashley Potter, Lucas Potter, Tiffany Meyer, Matthew Potter, Justin Hansen and Danielle Hansen; great grandchildren: Jordan and Blake; sister: Betty Mae Obert, CA; and nieces and nephews.

Austin Eagles Auxilary #703 will conduct an Eagles Service at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 8th at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary with a memorial service to follow at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Dennis Tamke officiating. Visitation will be on Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral Home

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August 23, 1923 - December 1, 2018

Obituary for Lillian Catherine Erickson

Lillian “Lil” C. (Smith) Stark Erickson, age 95, of Austin, died Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Comforcare Good Samaritan.

Lil was born August 23, 1923 in Adams, Minnesota, the daughter of Matt and Clara Smith.

Survivors include her children, Terry Stark, St. Paul, MN, Tori Rocha, Austin, MN; daughter-in-law, Doretta Stark; grandchildren, Marnie Stark, Zeke Dahl, Beth Rocha, Gabriel Rocha; granddaughter-in-law, Amber Rocha; favorite nephew, Curt Smith, Frankfurt, Germany; many relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husbands, Rudy Stark and Walter Erickson; brothers, Art Smith, Ray Smith, Vernon Smith.

A gathering celebrating Lil’s life will take place later in 2019.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Obituary--

Della Mable Matt, age 96, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, December 2, 2018 in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

She was born with her twin, Delmar, in Carpenter, Iowa on September 12, 1922 to Adolph William and Mable Mary Elizabeth (Smith) Stehn. Della achieved "First Rank in Scholarship Among the Girls", graduating with the Carpenter High School Class of 1941, where she was also honored as Miss Carpenter. Following her graduation, she attended Austin Junior College and studied accounting. On June 8, 1943, Della was united in marriage to Joseph Henry Matt, Jr. in Fillmore Minnesota. Her husband, Reverend Joe Matt, served as Pastor at Crane Community Chapel for 55 years.

Della enjoyed her role in ministry as the spouse of a pastor. Her featured contribution on the weekly "Family Hour" broadcast of 45 years on TV 6 was known as "Della's Scrapbook", wherein she honed her wonderful story-telling skills. She was a homemaker who lovingly raised her children David and Barbara alongside her husband. Della spent her leisure time with various crafts (ceramics, acrylic painting on canvas or saw blades, crocheting, etc.) and reading prolifically—the Bible, as well as books from various genres. Della was the final remaining charter member (of twelve) of Crane Community Chapel. Her family and friends will miss her dearly. Survivors include her daughter Barbara (Mike) Fullingim of Bartlesville, OK; daughter-in-law Nancy Matt of Fishers, IN; four grandchildren: Kathy Jo (Matt) Davis, Heather Jo (Matt) Shoemaker, Jeremy Fullingim, and Kristina (Fullingim) Argüello, and fifteen great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Joe in 2007, her son David in 2017, two brothers Russel and Delmar Stehn, and one sister Ethel (Stehn) Tesch.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 29, 2018, at Crane Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christiansen officiating. Visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 on Friday, December 28 at Worlein Funeral Home in Austin and two hours prior to the service at the church on Saturday. Interment will be in Grandview Cemetery, Austin. The family prefers that memorials be directed to Crane Chapel. Services prearranged and performed by Worlein Funeral Home of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald, 26 DEC 2018

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February 12, 1951 - December 3, 2018 (age 67)

Carol Luann Johnson, 67, of Grand Meadow, Minnesota, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 3, 2018, after losing a battle with liver disease (NASH) and cancer.

Carol was welcomed into this world by her parents; Dean and Patsy Baugh on February 12th, 1951. Though born in Jefferson, Iowa, the family relocated to the Grand Meadow area in 1954 where Carol enjoyed her school years, graduating in 1969.

Carol was united in marriage to Joseph Johnson (Joe) on July 22, 1969. The couple made their home in Spring Valley during the early years of their marriage and welcomed sons Jeffery Dean and Robert Joseph to their family.

After a move to Grand Meadow, Carol enjoyed a steady flow of children into her home and heart as she offered childcare to many local families for over 20 years. Some of those children returned years later with children of their own for her to care for.

Known for her open-door policy where she shared her faith and an endless supply of fresh baked goods. Carol and her husband, Joe had a heart to feed people, both physically and spiritually. She enjoyed watching birds, gardening, reading, football, good conversations and Southern Gospel music.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents; Dean and Patsy Baugh. She is survived by her husband Joe, sons Jeff (Brenda) Johnson and Rob Johnson of Grand Meadow. Grandchildren Dakota (Jess) Johnson of Mabel, Brock Johnson of Grand Meadow, Haley Kestner of Rochester, Madison Johnson of Rushford, Josiah Johnson of Grand Meadow and one great-grandson; Clayton Dean Johnson of Mabel. brother; Dennis (Cheri) Baugh of Grand Meadow, sisters; Connie (Jim) Leichtman of Grand Meadow, Ruth (Larry) Nold of Elkton, Rhonda Randleman of Jefferson, Iowa, and Sheri Greer of Grand Meadow.

Carol was and is much loved and will be greatly missed.

Funeral Services will be on Friday, December 7th at 2:00 p.m. Grand Meadow Lutheran Church with Pastors Dave Simerson and Megan Reedstrom officiating. Burial will be in Grand Meadow Cemetery. Friends may call at the Grand Meadow Lutheran Church Thursday, December 6th from 4-7p.m., and at the church one hour before the service on Friday. Hindt Funeral Home Grand Meadow, MN, is assisting the family.

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home

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Beverly A. Jimenez, age 80, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Saturday afternoon, December 1, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Health System, Austin.

She was born May 22, 1938, in Houston County, Minnesota to Harold and Malpha (Harstad) Johnson. A 1956 graduate of Austin High School, Beverly worked as a secretary for many years. In her spare time, she enjoyed doing needlework, reading, and playing word-find games. She treasured the time spent with her family. They will miss her dearly.

Survivors include her children Kathyrn (John) Martin and Kevin (Cindi) Johnson, both of Austin; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; one sister, Ardis Horihan of Rochester; many nieces, other relatives, and friends.

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Maltha Johnson.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Spring Grove, Minnesota. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor’s choice. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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August 31, 1928 - December 05, 2018

U.S. Veteran

CHARLES EUGENE BOETTGER

Charles Eugene Boettger, 90, of Pine Island, Minnesota, passed away on December 5, 2018, at Pine Haven Care Center.

Charles was born August 31, 1928, the youngest child of John and Sarah (Thatcher) Boettger on their farm West of New Richland, Minnesota. He was baptized as a child and nurtured his faith throughout his life, most recently being a member of the First Baptist Church of Kasson.

Charles received his education from the New Richland school. He went on to get a degree in Baking from Dunwoody College as well as an Environmental Services degree from Michigan State. He worked in Environmental Services for most of his career. Charles served in the Army for two years during the Korean War. He cooked and coordinated entertainment for the troops. He enjoyed cooking, growing cacti, camping, watching the Minnesota Twins, and reading westerns. Charles was a boy scout leader for several years, earning the Order of the Arrow during this time.

Charles met his wife of 44 years, Dorothy Mae Heikes, at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, MN, where they both worked. They were married September 20, 1961, at First Baptist Church. Together they raised two sons, Peter and Steve Boettger. He took great pride in his sons, their wives, and his grandchildren. In recent years he delighted in his great grandson.

Charles is proceeded in death by his parents, John and Sarah Boettger; his half-siblings, Julius Boettger, Clara Schue, and Elsie Dusza; his full siblings, Alice Hatle, Ernest Boettger, and John C. Boettger; and his wife, Dorothy (Heikes) Boettger.

He is survived by his sons, Peter (Esther) Boettger; Steve Boettger; his grandchildren, Kathleen (Boettger) Vogel, George Boettger, Micheal Boettger, Elizabeth Boettger, and Abigail Boettger; and one great-grandchild, Alexander Vogel; brother-in-law, Howard (Shirley) Heikes; sister-in-law, Sandra (George) Heikes and nieces and nephews.

The funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 15, 2018, at Czaplewski Family Funeral Home, 501 2nd Street NW in Hayfield with Pastor John Todor and Pastor Dale Phelps co-officiating. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Waltham Township Cemetery in rural Waltham.

Blessed be his memory.

www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com

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16 NOV 1957 - 30 NOV 2018

Mark P. Snater, age 61, of Austin, died Friday, November 30, 2018.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 1 pm on Friday, December 14, 2018, at St. Augustine Catholic Church with Father James Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour before the service at the church on Friday.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home, (11 DEC 2018)

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Bruce Robert Blank, 72, a long time Austin, Minnesota, resident, died on November 30, 2018, after a valiant battle against lymphoma.

Bruce was born March 11, 1946, in Superior, Wisconsin, the fifth of six children of Victor W. Blank and Elizabeth M. (Ferfon) Blank. He grew up on Clough Avenue and attended a brand-new Blaine grade school through sixth grade, then Junior High at Ericcson and the next to the last class at Superior Central High School, graduating in 1964. Bruce was always proud to call Superior home, mostly because of the sports programs the city had. He was able to play for the Yankees in the first year of Little League Baseball in a nice stadium because of the hard work of the organizers and donors. The skating rink hockey leagues were always well run and there were sponsors, such as Larson Chevrolet, for the traveling teams.

Bruce lived a full and pretty good life; kids and sports were always a big part were always a very important part of it. He always said the first 20 years of his life were in Superior and the next 20 were in Austin, playing on teams in both of these towns in softball and some hockey as well as coaching hockey in the youth leagues in Austin. During his playing days, he played with some of the best fast pitch teams in Wisconsin and Minnesota. In 2014, he was enshrined in the Minnesota Fast Pitch Hall of Fame.

He moved to Austin in 1968 and started working at the Hormel Company, where he continued to work until 1987, when a labor dispute shut the plant down. He and his wife, Joyce, ran The Pub tavern for a while and decided it was time to move on. They moved to the Lodi, California, area and Bruce went to work for his brother, Gerry, in his plumbing shop. He worked there for 14 years, but had health issues and moved to Arizona, where he worked for Target as a store building services man for eight years. He was able to retire in 2010.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Betty; brother, Ronald of Spokane, Washington; and son, Peter of Austin.

Bruce is survived by his wife of nearly 48 years, Joyce; his six children, Lisa (Dave) Weiler of Lakeville, Minnesota, Craig (Sheryl) Johnson, of Superior, Wendy (Arlen) Hilden of Proctor, Minnesota, Scott (Sarah) Weiss of Rochester, Minnesota, and Jeff (Denise) Blank of Phoenix, Arizona; his grandchildren, Branden, Aaron, Alysha, Cody, Seth, Austin, Jacob and Alexis; and his siblings, Richard, Nancy, Gerry and Linda.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018, at the New Song United Methodist Church, 16303 W. Bell Road, Surprise, AZ 85374. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Association or the Mayo Clinic.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 8 DEC 2018

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FUNERAL NOTICE: Timothy John Wagner

May 18, 1958 - December 8, 2018

Timothy “Tim” Wagner, 60, Austin, died Saturday, December, 8. 2018 at Sacred Heart Care Center, Austin.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 12 PM on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Saturday.

Funeral Home: Mayer Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home, 12/11/18

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Obituary for Timothy John Wagner

Timothy (Tim) (Skip) John Wagner, age 60, of Austin, died Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin, after a five-month battle with cancer.

Tim was born May 18, 1958 in Austin, Minnesota to David and Muriel (Hemann) Wagner. The fourth of five children, Tim grew up in Austin, graduated from Pacelli High School and attended the University of Minnesota.

On March 20, 1993, he married Pamela Kay Youngmark. The couple raised their daughters, Lisa and Amy, in Austin and cared for their grandson, Gabe. For the past seven years, Tim dedicated himself to the care and well-being of Pam, who became disabled in 2011. His love and commitment were an inspiration to all.

Tim was a co-owner of Wagner Construction Company of Austin, a family business started by grandfather Nicholas Wagner and passed down from his father, David. He took great pride in his work and shared his building skills with friends and family.

Tim loved his pets, to fish, especially at Mille Lacs Lake, and was an avid fan of his Minnesota sports teams. Go Vikings! Among many attributes, he will be remembered for his hard work, sensitive heart and incredible sense of humor.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Pam Wagner, Austin, MN; daughters, Lisa Wagner, Austin, MN, Amy Wagner, Albert Lea, MN; four grandchildren, Gabriel Rembao, Kahliya Carranza, Davion Hunter, Tysean Brown; brother Terrence (Barb) Wagner, Austin, MN; sisters Susan (Tom) Peterson, Big Bend, WI, Mary Beth (Thomas) Green, Spooner, WI, Amy Wagner, Austin, MN; sisters-in-law Donna (Dave) Becker, Mable, MN, Linda Youngmark, Austin, MN, Peggy Youngmark, New Hope, MN; aunts Joyce Mallory, Austin, MN, Jeanne Hermanson, Barbara Burke, Gretchen McNamara, Hastings, MN; numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents, infant sons Liam, Nathan and Jacob; infant granddaughter Malani; brothers-in-law, Ronald Youngmark, Arden Youngmark, Richard Youngmark; numerous aunts and uncles.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating. Friends may call one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Private interment.

Memorials are preferred to Sacred Heart Care Center.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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FUNERAL NOTICE:

26 JUN 1921 - 11 DEC 2018

Robert “Bob” Erickson, age 97, of Austin, Minnesota, died Tuesday morning, December 11, 2018, at Prairie Meadows Assisted Living in Kasson, Minnesota.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 20, 2018, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Mark Niethammer, officiating.

Military honors by VFW Post 1216 and American Legion Post 91 will follow the service at the church.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 19th at the Worlein Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.

Interment will take place at Oakwood Cemetery on Friday, December 21, 2018 at 10:30 A.M.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home, 12/12/18
Also see Austin Daily Herald for 15 DEC 2018

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Obituary

Robert “Bob” Erickson, age 97 of Austin, Minnesota died Tuesday morning, December 11, 2018, at Prairie Meadows Assisted Living in Kasson, Minnesota.

Robert Melvin Erickson was born June 26, 1921, in Austin, Minnesota, the son of Melvin Russell and Kate (Best) Erickson. He received his education in Austin, graduating from Austin High School and worked for a time in the Hormel office before entering the United States Navy. He served for three and half years, seeing action in the invasion of North Africa as well as the Philippines.

After his discharge, he returned to Austin where he was united in marriage to Mary Jane Murphy at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in 1946. The couple lived in Austin, where they raised their two children. Bob returned to Hormel following his military service, retiring in 1983. Mary Jane died in 1993. On July 1, 2007, Bob was married to Darlene Primm at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. He loved to golf, scoring three holes-in-one, fish and hunt pheasant and took great pride caring for his cars.

Survivors include his wife, Darlene Erickson of Kasson; his children, Connie (Brian) Bonfig of Woodbury and Mark (Betty) Erickson of Billings, Montana; seven grandchildren, including, Jason (Marie) and Brandon Bonfig, Katie (Don), Karrie (Todd), Kristi, Kayla and KaCee Erickson; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Kenneth (Susan) Erickson and Donald (Shirley) Erickson all of Austin; Darlene’s children and families, Lana Weivoda of Florida, Kathy (Sidney) Spurgeon of Warsaw, Jeffrey (Camille) Lechnir of Kasson and Trace Lechnir of Tampa, Florida; many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Jane Erickson; parents, Melvin and Kate Erickson; two brothers, Ronald and Russell Erickson and one sister, Nancy Zschunke.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, December 20, 2018, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin with Pastor Mark Niethammer, officiating. Military honors by VFW Post 1216 and American Legion Post 91 will follow the service at the church. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 19th at the Worlein Funeral Home and for one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Interment will take place at Oakwood Cemetery on Friday, December 21, 2018 at 10:30 A.M.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home 12/15/18

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Obituary

Allan J. Schabert, age 74, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, November 26, 2018.

He was born September 26, 1944, in South St. Paul, Minnesota, the son of Clem and Anna (Kunza) Schabert. Allan grew up in Austin and graduated from Pacelli High School. He served his country in the U.S. Navy for four years, then returned to Austin where he worked for the Austin Utilities and water works, retiring in 2011.

On May 8, 1982, he was united in marriage to Beverly (Olson) Iverson at Crane Chapel in Austin. The couple enjoyed their horses and their home near the Jay C. Hormel Nature Center. Bev passed away March 11, 2010. Allan’s other interests included horseracing, traveling, and playing card games, cribbage and bingo. He was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church. His family and friends will miss him dearly.

Survivors include many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Allan was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Beverly, one brother, and two sisters.

A celebration of Allan’s life will be held at 5:30 p.m. Monday, December 17, 2018 at the Hormel Historic Home in Austin. Visitation will be at the Hormel Home from 4:00-5:30 p.m., immediately preceding the service. Memorials can be directed to recipient of donor’s choice.

Worlein Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home
Also see Austin Daily Herald for 15 DEC 2018

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July 20, 1918 - December 10, 2018 (age 100)

Katheryn Alice (Rurup) Stanger passed away peacefully December 10, 2018, at Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minnesota, where she was a resident since June. Prior she lived at Wildwood Grove in LeRoy, Minnesota, since 2008.

Katheryn was born July 20, 1918, at Trimont, Minnesota, to Bessie (Everts) and Broder Rurup. She grew up in Colfax, North Dakota, and moved to Ingram, WI where she was engaged in housework. On January 3, 1940, she married Frank Stanger in Decorah, Iowa. They farmed in Ladysmith, WI until 1952 when they moved to LeRoy, MN.

After her family left home, she worked for LPC for many years and worked for the Bothun family for 21 years mainly preparing their meals and helping with other things they needed. She loved sewing and made her own and children’s clothing in addition to sewing for others. In later years, she enjoyed helping with quilting at LeRoy Lutheran Church, where she was a member, and made many quilts for her family members.

Katheryn is survived by daughters Priscilla Stanger of Cameron, WI, and Colleen McMillan of Fairbanks, AK; six grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; sisters Dorothy Weishaar of Algona, Iowa, Gladys Nelson of Fargo, ND, and brother Robert (Donna) Rurup of Hewitt, MN.

She was preceded in death by her husband Frank; by sons LeRoy and Darius; by five brothers; and by two sisters.

No services are planned, with a burial at a later date.

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home

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Phyllis Marie Sammon, age 84 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Monday, December 10, 2018, at Mayo Clinic Austin.

Phyllis was born October 30, 1934, in Northfield, Minnesota. The daughter of Lester Calvin and Geraldine Marie (Houston) Whitney, she attended school in Northfield, Faribault and Washburn High School in Minneapolis. She continued her education at Mankato State and the University of Minnesota. She married Eugene Sammon on October 1, 1955, in Faribault, MN, and together they raised four children while enjoying over 60 years of marriage.

Phyllis was the consummate homemaker: she loved planning and organizing, cooking and baking, cleaning (yes!), and hosting family and friends. She gave generously of her time and talent whether a neighbor in need or a community organization – St. Edward Catholic Church, American Cancer Society, League of Women Voters. From trips abroad to the cherished annual family summer vacation to Big Sand Lake in northern Minnesota, she enjoyed traveling, cruising oceans and rivers, and also enjoyed playing bridge, tennis, and water aerobics. Phyllis found joy in the fresh air and the outdoors with fall leaf trips, relaxing on her deck, and attending to her plants and flowers.

Her last year was a testament to her strong will and love of family. She surpassed all expectations by living to see the birth of her two great-granddaughters (Blakely Marie and Lucy Marie) and gave her family the gift of her love and presence for over a year after her acute leukemia diagnosis.

Left to treasure the memories are her son Gary (Sharon) Sammon of Laguna Niguel, CA, and their children Corey and Catherine Sammon; daughter LeeAnn (Jeff) Ettinger of Austin, MN, and their children Riley Ettinger, Ellen (Phil) Egelston and Lucy; Jay Ettinger and Betsy Ettinger; daughter Wendy McKean and Jon Mahoney of Rochester, MN, and her children Cole McKean (fiancee Jessica Schumacher) and Kayla (Dustin) Thompson and Blakely; son Gregg Sammon of Austin, MN; sister Lora Lee Corbin of Pensacola, FL; sister-in-law Gayle Whitney; brother-in-law Gordon Hunt and many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene on February 25, 2017; her parents Les & Geri, her brother Kirk Whitney, and her sister-in-law Eileen Hunt.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 16, 2018, at St. Edward Catholic Church with Father James Steffes and Deacon John Kluczny officiating. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery, Austin, MN. Visitation will be held from 3:00-6:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 15, at the Worlein Funeral Home; and one hour prior to the service at the church on Sunday. If you wish to honor Phyllis’ memory you may select your favorite charity, or the Salvation Army or Habitat for Humanity.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Betty Wood, 86, of Taopi, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, Dec. 6 at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Mary’s Campus-Rochester.

Betty was born on Aug. 11, 1932, in Bayard, Iowa, to Aaron and Zola Marchant. She was one of 10 siblings.

On May 26, 1950, she married John Wood of Taopi in the very house they both lived their whole life. They have five children. John passed away in 2005.

She was a hardworking farm wife who drove a school bus for many years. She liked seeing the neighborhood kids grow and become parents themselves. She also worked at Seneca Foods for many years and enjoyed seeing her co-workers season after season.

Her favorite hobby was making quilts and sewing all kinds of crafts and a lot of clothing for her family. The close second hobby was baking cookies, pies, and endless goodies. Many a friend enjoyed the jelly and jam that she would share generously.

Betty cherished all the people close to her. Playing 500 with the friends in LeRoy, Minnesota, was something she looked forward to every week. She was always willing to lend a hand to anyone close and truly enjoyed helping the people she cared about. She always wanted to stay active and took care of her yard right through this year. She was also mom to many “fur babies” she loved.

She is survived by her children, Kathi Fischer (Martin) of Tampa, Florida, Jim (Sher) Wood of Rochester Minnesota, Paul Wood of Manly, Iowa, and Nancy (Len) Germain of London, Minnesota; six grandchildren, Jonathan (Anne) Wood of Rochester, Katie (Nick) Fields of Rochester, Peter (Carrie) Wood of rural Echo, Minnesota, Jordan Germain of London, and Christopher and Tyson Daniel, and six great-grandchildren. Her daughter Joan chose to break contact with family many years ago.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John; son-in-law, Martin Fischer; and all nine of her siblings.

Betty donated her body to Mayo Clinic. A future memorial is being planned with no specific date at this time. Memorials can be directed to the Mower County Humane Society or an animal rescue of choice.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, Tuesday Dec 11, 2018

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Obituary for William Huckins,

William Huckins was born on a farm 10 miles south of Cresco, Iowa, December 23, 1866.

He married Lydia Blanche Reynolds. Eleven children were born to them. One daughter, Hazel, and his wife preceded him in death.

The family lived at Taopi for many years, when Mr. Huckins had a blacksmith shop. About 14 years ago he moved to Waterloo, Iowa, where he died Saturday, October 12, 1940, following a short illness.

Survivors include: one son, Thomas, of Waterloo, and nine daughters: Mrs. Nellie Shide, Arvella, N.D., Mrs. Beulah Wilkins, Cedar Falls, Mrs. Bessie Wilcox, East Grand Forks, Mrs. Clara Doyle, Mrs. Ida Smith, Mrs. Anna Sickert, and Mrs. Inez Goetsch of Waterloo, Mrs. Ruth Henker of Spokane, Washington, and Esther of Chicago, Ill; three sisters also survive: Mrs. Edna Shields of Cresco, Iowa, Mrs. Alice Partlow of Sun Dance, Wyoming, and Mrs. Ella Miller of Austin; and one brother, Alden of Cresco, Iowa.

Funeral services were held at Waterloo on October 14, 1940, with a short service at Taopi in the afternoon. Rev. Walter Oetting of the Immanuel Lutheran church of Waterloo officiated. Burial was in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Taopi.

Austin Herald, Thursday October 17, 1940
page 6, col. 5 & 6

CREDIT: Mark Ashley, 12/2018

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Death Notice for Lydia Blanche "Lettie" Reynolds Huckins. born 1869 died 11-29-1910. buried Woodlawn Cemetery, Taopi, MN. (wife of William Huckins)

"Mrs. Wm Huckins died Tuesday Nov. 29, of typhoid fever. Others in the family are very ill with it."

SOURCE: Mower County Transcript December 1910

Credit: Mark Ashley, 12/2018

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Death Notice for Hazel Huckins born 1903 died January 1911, and was buried in Woodlawn Cemetery, Taopi, Minnespta. She was the daughter of William and Lydia Huckins,

"Hazel Hawkins, aged eight years, of Taopi, died Sunday of typhoid fever at St. Olaf hospital. Mrs. Frank P. Dawes accompanied the remains home to Taopi Monday."

SOURCE: Mower County Transcript Jan. 18, 1911

Credit: Mark Ashley, 12/2018

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March 13, 1942 - December 13, 2018

No services planned at this time.

Blessed be his memory.

SOURCE: Czaplewski funeral home website, 12/19/2018

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March 03, 1953 - December 15, 2018

Michael Steven Mead, 65 of Lakeville, Minnesota, formerly of Elkton, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, December 15, 2018.

Mike was born March 3, 1953 in Adams, Minnesota, to Robert and Bernice (Foster) Mead. He graduated from Elkton High School in 1971. Mike married Françoise Berney in 2003 and they later divorced.

Mike was a small town farm kid from Elkton, Minnesota, but followed his dreams and never lost his love for life. He loved the outdoors where he liked to hunt, fish and garden. He was an avid reader and wood worker. He liked to go to antique stores and garage sales and was a collector of old stuff. He loved to travel and enjoyed skiing in Austria and Colorado. Mike loved his family and was always there to lend a helping hand. He was a mentor to all, sharing his knowledge about his job, hunting and how to work on things around the house. He adored his dogs Mickey, Izzy and Millie.

As a young man, he worked as a farm hand for local farmers in the Elkton and Grand Meadow areas. He also worked at the Grand Meadow Grain Elevator and the Rochester Silo Company. Mike was an iron worker for over 30 years and travelled all over the United States with his job in a foreman and supervisory role, working on major projects with Harmon and Enclos. His jobs took him to Las Vegas, Miami, Dallas, Washington D.C., the Federal Reserve Building in Minneapolis, and the Mayo Medical Buildings in Rochester. Mike enjoyed and was greatly respected as an instructor of Safety and Iron Working Basics to adults at the Local 512 Iron Workers School in St. Paul/Minneapolis. He retired as the Safety/OSHA manager with Enclos.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Bernice Mead; nephew, Nathan Thome and brother-in-law, Darrell Day.

Mike is survived by his siblings: Linda Day, Austin, Minnesota, Sharon (Rob) Reller, Oakdale, Minnesota, Sandra Mead, Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, Richard Mead, Austin, Minnesota, Robert (Vickie) Mead, Elkton, Minnesota, Suzanne (Steve) Eastman, Austin, Minnesota, Cheryl (Pete) Thome, Osage, Iowa, Christine Mead, Austin, Minnesota, Paul Mead, Rochester, Minnesota, Joann Klingerman, Rose Creek, Minnesota, and Jeffrey Mead, Austin, Minnesota; many nieces and nephews; his former wife: Françoise Berney-Mead, Lakeville, Minnesota; step children: Stephanie (Chad) Hoffman, Lakeville, Minnesota, Zachary Corcoran, Hampton, Minnesota; and step grandchildren: Parker and Bentley Hoffman, Lakeville, Minnesota.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 22nd at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary, Austin, Minnesota with Frank Krahn officiating. Interment will follow at 3:30 p.m. at the Grand Meadow Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour before the service

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral Home
Also see: Austin Daily Herald, 19 DEC 2018

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Obituary for Stephen Norman Perl

June 30, 1948 - December 12, 2018

Stephen N. Perl, age 70, of Austin, passed away Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at his home.

Steve was born June 30, 1948 in Austin to Norman and Mildred (Peterson) Perl. He attended Queen of Angels School and graduated from Pacelli High School. Steve then attended South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota for two years and then moved to Mankato, Minnesota and attended Mankato State University.

Steve became a partner in The Lost Chord/Bedpost retail stores in Mankato from 1971 until 1986. He sold his share to his partners and went to Mankato Ford where he worked as a salesman for two years. In 1988 he started work at Vanden Bergh Foods in Madelia, Minnesota until he injured his back and became disabled.

Steve had many friends. He enjoyed music, reading, photography, fishing, most sports, and his dogs. Steve also enjoyed helping his friends when he was able to do so. Steve sold his home in Mankato and moved back to Austin in 2015.

Survivors include his siblings, Carol Krause, Normal, IL, David Perl, Austin, MN, Mary Jane Johnson, Austin, MN, Michael (Ann) Perl, Manhattan, KS; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Norman and Mildred Perl; brother, Jon Perl; grandparents; several aunts and uncles.

Services will be held in the spring.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home website

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March 5, 1941 - December 14, 2018

Duane Daniel Coffman was born in Austin on March 5, 1941 to Elizabeth and Henry Coffman and passed away December 14, 2018 at age 77 years. After graduation from Pacelli High School in 1959, he proudly served from 1960-1966 in the United States Marine Corps, stationed in California, Hawaii, and Japan.

In 1967, he married Darlene Keenan. He attended Austin Community College, and graduated with a BS degree in accounting from St. Cloud State University. With Irv Nehring and Steve Christopherson, he formed the Coffman, Nehring, & Christopherson CPA firm. Thomas Ferguson later joined the firm that merged in 2004 with Smith Schaefer and Associates. Duane retired in 2017.

Duane volunteered his business skills and served from 1994-2002 as the President of the Board of Directors of the Forest Resource Center. During his tenure it was decided to make the Forest Resource Center into a residential environmental learning center. He was instrumental in setting the foundation for the success of what is now Eagle Bluff Learning Center.

While not working or volunteering his time, Duane enjoyed fishing with friends and family, a good paperback book, and he especially enjoyed exploring the country during family road trips. His commitment to family was evident through cross country travels to the Coffman Family reunions and his regular attendance at dance recitals, music concerts and sports events of his children and grandchildren. He was admired for his selfless generosity and rewarded others with his genuine simile and infectious laugh.

He was a man of integrity and dedication. Other pursuits included Tae Kwon Do, in which he achieved Black Belt at the Park Institute of Tae Kwon Do in Rochester, MN. Duane also became an accomplished woodworker, creating beautifully crafted pieces of furniture and keepsakes for his children and grandchildren.

Duane is survived by Darlene; sons, Paul (Lisa), and Joe (Amy); daughters, Keri Coffman-Thiede (Kurt), and Leah Coffman (Doug Greene); a sister, Lucretia Thompson; and brother, Maynard (Dody); seven grandchildren: Anna, Claire, Grace, Andrew, Sarah, Faith, Logan.

He is preceded in death by his parents, six brothers: Eugene, Gerald, Paul, Larry, Dwight, Billy Joe, and two sisters: Collette Collins and Camilla Erickson.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at noon on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin with Father James Steffes officiating. There will be a 6:30 pm wake service on Tuesday at Mayer Funeral Home where friends may call from 5-7 pm and also one hour before the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery with military rites by American Legion Post #91 and VFW Post #1216.

Memorials are suggested to Mayo Clinic Hospice, Seasons Hospice, or Eagle Bluff Learning Center.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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Ronald Laverne Soiney, age 90 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Monday, December 17, 2018 at St. Mark’s Living in Austin.

Ronald was born on August 13, 1928, in Burr Oak, Iowa, to Oscar and Georgia (Gilbert) Soiney. He attended school in Iowa and Austin. In 1945, Ronald enlisted into the United States Air Force serving until his honorable discharge in 1947.

On June 6, 1948, he was united in marriage to Jane Bisbee at the First United Methodist Church Parsonage in Austin. Together the couple had 4 children, Steve, Mike, Kevin, and Kathy. Ronald worked for Hormel Foods in Austin for over 37 years, retiring December 31, 1982.

Shortly after his retirement from Hormel, he entered into a partnership with his son Kevin in 1983, as owners of George’s Pizza in Austin. In 2004, he sold his share of George’s, and continued to help out until 2013. Ronald belonged to the American Legion Post 91 and the Eagle’s in Austin. He liked to ride horses, especially his Arabian “Lady”, he rode horse till he was about 80 years old. Ronald also enjoyed hunting, fishing Canadian “fly ins”, playing his guitar, and liked to dance. He will be missed dearly by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his sons, Steve (Dee) Soiney of Albert Lea, Minnesota, Mike Soiney of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Kevin (Nancy) Soiney of Austin, Minnesota; seven grandchildren, Susannah (Erik) Brekke, Andrew (Ann) Soiney, Zachary (Kate) Soiney, Brittany (Dan) Swanson, Jennifer (Adam) May, Daniella Belongia, and Cole Soiney; six great-grandchildren; brother, Bob (Luella) Soiney of Austin, Minnesota; sister, Mickey (Henry) Quam of Austin, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Jan Soiney of Arizona; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar and Georgia Soiney; wife Jane Soiney in 2010; daughter, Kathy Soiney-Bundy; brother, Richard Soiney; and sister, Jean (Earl) Sanders.

Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 19, 2018 at the Worlein Funeral Home Chapel in Austin with Pastor Dale Christiansen officiating. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the service on Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment will be in Woodbury Cemetery in Lyle, Minnesota. Services are prearranged and performed with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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