Catherine E. Slezak, 80, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at the Adams Health Care Center.

Catherine was born on Oct. 25, 1939, in Faribault, Minnesota, to Lawrence and Isabel (Wagner) Barry. She attended Bethlehem Academy.

On Sept. 5, 1959, Catherine married Richard J. Slezak in Faribault. Catherine enjoyed doing crossword puzzles, watching cooking shows and crime shows, playing cards, camping and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She loved to travel and was fortunate enough to travel to Spain, France, Italy, Monaco, Niger and New Orleans, Louisiana.

Catherine is survived by her children, Kevin Slezak, Austin, Catherine Arkells (Arnold), Lyle, Minnesota, JulieAnn Scott (Brett), Liberty, Missouri, Richard A. Slezak, Austin, Holly Murphy (Patrick), Austin, and Scott Slezak (Katherine), Austin; grandchildren, Jennifer Slezak, Josh Slezak, Nick Slezak, Alicia Holten (Michael), Isabel Arkells, JulieAnne Arkells, Miranda Arkells, Nicholas Arkells, Ciera Scott, Alex Scott, Blake Scott, Patrick Murphy, Tanner Murphy, Emilie Slezak, Crystal Slezak and Cody Weatherly; great-grandchildren, Michael Slezak, Logan Slezak, Isaac Olson, Jackson Slezak, and Owen and Ryan Slezak; and brothers, Harold Barry, Lawrence Barry (Judy) and Michael Barry (Carol). She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard; sister, Mary; and brothers, Robert, Patrick, Richard and William.

Private graveside services will be held. Arrangements are by Mayer Funeral Home. Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald - 28 MAR 2020

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December 28, 1936 - March 18, 2020

HARVEY'S OBITUARY

Harvey F. Plotts, 83 of Austin, Minnesota, formerly of Chicago, Illinois, passed away at Mayo Clinic Hospital – St. Marys Campus in Rochester on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.

Harvey was born December 28, 1936 in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota to Harvey F. and Alys P. (Taylor) Plotts, Sr.

Harvey lived and worked in Chicago until he moved to Austin four years ago. He lived his last days at Comforcare in Austin. Harvey cared very much for all the nursing staff at Comforcare, and loved to jokingly give them a hard time!

Harvey will be sadly missed by his three nieces; Teran, Doreen, and DeAnne, and their families. They will deeply miss his smile and laughter.

He was preceded in death by his father Harvey, and mother Alys; brother, Frank; sister, June; nephew, Gary; close friend, Diane.

A memorial service is being planned, and will be announced at a later date. Interment will be in the family plot at Grandview Cemetery. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is assisting with funeral arrangements.

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral home

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February 07, 1934 - March 16, 2020

DELORIS' OBITUARY

Deloris Ann (Nekl) Svoboda, 86 of Lyle, Minnesota, passed away at Stacyville Community Nursing Home in Stacyville, Iowa, on March 16th, 2020.

Deloris was born an only child on February 7th, 1934, to George and Anna Nekl in Surprise, Nebraska. She was baptized on February 15th, 1934 at Sacred Heart Church in Shelby, Nebraska, with Emil and Cecilia Vrbka as her sponsors.

Deloris was a 1952 graduate of St. Bonaventure High School in Columbus, Nebraska. After high school, Deloris attended dental assistant school followed by beauty school in Chicago, Illinois. After beauty school, Deloris worked as a dental assistant in Columbus, Nebraska where she met Dennis. On March 2nd, 1957, Deloris married Dennis Svoboda at St. Bonaventure Church in Columbus, Nebraska. From this marriage, their four children, Doreen, Darlisa, Donny, and Dale were born.

She was a farmer’s wife and a stay at home mother in Varina, Iowa. Dennis and Deloris then moved to their farm between Lyle and Rose Creek to raise their children. They divorced in 1984. Deloris then moved to Lyle and worked for Gerard Academy and The Salvation Army in Austin. Deloris enjoyed being able to visit with her many friends while working at these jobs. In her spare time, Deloris enjoyed going to garage sales and thrift shops as well as playing the card games of 500 and Pitch, and Scrabble with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Anna.

Deloris is survived by her four children, Doreen Coleman of Lyle, Darlisa Meger (Matt) of Veseli, Minnesota, Donald Svoboda of Lyle, Dale Svoboda of Austin; grandchildren, Adam Coleman, Emily (Mike) Paulson, Alexandria Amick, Amanda (Brien-fiance) Wold, Joe Meger, Natalie Meger, Nicole (Scott) Miller, Jenna and Dylan Svoboda; seven great-grandchildren and one great-grandchild on the way.

We encourage family and friends to attend a visitation at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary in Austin, Minnesota at a date to be determined, due to the current situation. A Celebration of Life will be held in Shelby, Nebraska at a later date.

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral home

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Marion Edwin Stanton, 99, a longtime resident of Hayfield, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2020, in Austin, Minnesota. He was affectionately known as Slim to his friends and family. He was a friend to all and will be deeply missed.

Marion was born July 4, 1920, in Vernon Township, Dodge County, Minnesota, to Vaughn and Elizabeth (Mueller) Stanton. He attended rural schools in the Hayfield area and graduated from Hayfield High School in 1938. On Feb. 13, 1954, he married Kathleen Murphy at St. Augustine Church in Austin.

Marion was a farmer his entire life and served on the Hayfield Township Board for 35 years. He was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church in Hayfield. After he retired from farming, he started playing the fiddle and spent many happy hours doing that, as well as woodworking and playing pool with friends. He and Kathleen moved off their farm to an apartment in Austin in the fall of 2015, but always considered Hayfield as “home.”

Marion is survived by his wife of 66 years, Kathleen; six of his children and their spouses, Ann (Paul) Hoehn, Jean (Terry) Frahm, Mary (Stephen) Hessel, David (Kelly) Stanton, Ruth Stanton and Thomas Stanton; daughter-in-law, Debra Stanton; 10 grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his son, James; an infant son; his parents; and his siblings and their spouses, Robert (Helen) Stanton, Douglas (Delores) Stanton and Mildred (Lewis) McGregor.

Due to the current health concerns, a formal wake is not scheduled. To allow family and friends an opportunity to wish Slim a personal goodbye, he will be at the Czaplewski Funeral Home in Hayfield from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 4, 2020. Family encourages everyone to stagger their visits to limit contact with others and appreciates everyone’s understanding. Given the current restrictions, Kathleen and family will not be able to thank you in person for stopping by that day.

A memorial service and celebration of Marion’s life will be held later this summer or fall at the First Presbyterian Church in Hayfield. The family looks forward to sharing memories and extending their appreciation of your friendship in person at that time. The date and time will be published once they have been decided. Marion will be buried at Fairview Cemetery in Hayfield. Memorials for Marion may be made to either the First Presbyterian Church in Hayfield or Fairview Cemetery in Hayfield with his name noted on the memorial.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 21 MAR 2020

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Our deeply beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather Carmen Marion Anderson passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2020, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin at the age of 93.

Carmen was born on Oct. 30, 1926, in Newry Township, outside of Austin, Minnesota. He worked at Hormel, served in the U.S. Army and attended Kilgore College in Texas for a draftsman degree. He returned to the family farm in Corning, Minnesota, to pursue farming and raise his own family.

He received his law degree from the University of Texas in Austin in 1971 and practiced business law for 31 years in Houston, Texas. On May 28, 1975, he married Grace Ann Lewis. They raised two sons, Nick and Joel, and two daughters, Alice and Lisa.

Carmen had a passion for hand milking Jersey cows and hitching a team of Belgian draft horses. He enjoyed singing, especially his favorite song, “Red River Valley,” playing his guitar and records. His passions included fishing, poetry, canning, making caramel, mowing lawns, auctions and biennial Waverly, Iowa, horse sales. Everyday he drove his wife to work at Hormel (many times in his favorite red cattle truck) and took the grandkids to school. He rarely missed a Sunday at St. Olaf Church, an episode of “The McLaughlin Group,” or sitting through “The Golden Girls” with his wife.

Carmen was the hardest worker and gave everything, yet was the most fulfilled and satisfied gentleman. He lived a very full life right up until the end, where he was a caretaker for his wife and a babysitter to his three great-grandchildren, who he undoubtedly adored and deeply cherished. He made a significant contribution taking on the role of a father to the upbringing of his two grandchildren. Carmen was best known for his happy-go-lucky personality, patience, and ultra kind and compassionate spirit.

He is survived by his beautiful wife of 69 years, Lorraine Evelyn (Hilmer) Anderson; their only child, Victoria (Anderson) Kilian; grandson, Jeffrey Kilian; granddaughter, Olivia (Kilian) Johnson (husband Jason); great-grandsons, Lucas, Axel and Brooks Johnson; and his loving sisters, Connie Benson (husband Clifford), Bette Ladd (husband Nelson) and Jean Vanberg (husband Richard). He was preceded in death by his parents, Mamie (Grant) and Clarence; and sisters, Muriel Ingvalson (husband Lawrence), Shylah Berg (husband Lowell), Gloria Graff (husband Marvin) and LaVonne Gaddis (husband Glenn).

A memorial service honoring this great man will be held at a later date. We thank him for his love towards others and the legacy he left here on Earth. He is forever in our hearts.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 21 MAR 2020

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Howard G. Johnson, 87, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, Minnesota.

Howard was born on March 7, 1933, in Nashwauk, Minnesota, to Guy and Lillian (Pearson) Johnson. He graduated from Greenway High School in 1951. Howard married Maxine Lexen on July 17, 1954, at the Lutheran Church of the Holy Trinity in Duluth, Minnesota. They moved to Austin in 1961 and were long time members of Grace Lutheran Church.

Howard started his career as a federal meat inspector at Elliot’s Meat Packers in Duluth prior to moving to Austin in 1961. He was a federal meat inspector for Hormel through 1988. Howard received numerous awards and recognition for his work. Prior to his professional career, he worked as a laborer in the iron ore mines. Howard also served in the U.S. Army from 1953-1955. He was an avid sportsman and loved the outdoors. Fishing was his passion and he focused on muskie fishing in his later years. Howard was also an avid bowler and was on a bowling league in Austin. Howard’s family was extremely important to him and he loved sharing his hobbies with his family. Howard enjoyed traveling the United States, but he loved being on the lakes of Minnesota more than anything. Wintertime was spent enjoying his love of snowmobiling.

In addition to the love of his life, Maxine, his next love was music. He played guitar throughout his whole life, including playing with his band called the “Country Rascals.” Many weekends were spent dancing the night away and enjoying the music. Howard was also an avid collector of rocks, coins, and antiques. Howard loved all Minnesota sports! You could always find him in front of the TV cheering on the Minnesota Twins and Vikings.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine; sisters, Barbara, Betty, and Elaine; and his parents.

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

Private family services will be held at Clasen-Jordan Mortuary. A public memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorials can be made to the Minnesota Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald, 18 MAR 2020

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Vernon Harold Landberg, age 9,1 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Monday March 2, 2020 at the Mayo Clinic Health System Hospital in Austin under hospice care.

Vern was born September 15, 1928 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Elroy and Clara (Ellen Westvig) Landberg. He was the youngest of six children, all of whom have since passed away.

Growing up, the Mississippi River, trails, caves and downtown Minneapolis were his playgrounds. Vern graduated from Southside High School. He served his country by enlisting in the US Army in June of 1948. He qualified as a parachutist and was with the 11th Airborne Division. Vern served two tours overseas in Japan and finished his service at Fort Monroe, VA. Vern lived and worked in Chicago for a while.

He later returned to Minneapolis and worked for Flour City until the plant’s closing. Vern had many interests, he enjoyed reading, jig-saw puzzles, fishing, fly-in trips to Canada with family, short road trips, nature and summers spent on the Iron Range. He was a Vikings and Timberwolves fan. He also loved his casinos and horseraces.

Vern met Mary and they were married on St. Patrick’s Day in 1998. He enjoyed the Birthday Group and time spent with Mavis and Rick, his friends who he traveled with to Hot Springs, AR. He especially enjoyed the February Jazz Fest here in Austin at the Paramount. Health issues and dementia slowly stole much of Vern and Mary’s married life together.

Vern leaves behind to mourn, his wife, Mary; stepchildren, Tracy and Mark Reynen, Chris Douglas and family, Eric Douglas and family, Steve and Kathy Olson.

Thank you to the staff at Good Samaritan, Sacred Heart Day Care and Sacred Heart Care Center for their special care of Vern. Vern was a very special person and will be so missed.

Any memorials in Vern’s honor may be directed to a Veteran’s or Dementia organization.

A Celebration of Vern’s life is will be held at a later date.

Condolences may be left online at mayerfh.com

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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November 03, 1929 - March 18, 2020

MARLYN'S OBITUARY

Marlyn A. Sayles, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away at her residence in Apple Valley, Minnesota on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 of age-related issues.

She was born to Carl Johan and Myrtle (Vickerman) Johnson on Nov 3, 1929 in Amherst Township, Fillmore County, MN, one of six children. She was proud to say she was born “in the Big Woods of Fillmore County.” She spent her childhood in Amherst and later Newburg, MN. She moved as a teenager to Austin, MN, where she worked a variety of jobs, including that of being a nanny, in a dry cleaning shop and the cosmetic department of the old Woolworth’s Store on Main Street. Her last job before marriage was with the J.C. Hormel Company as a mail clerk, which she greatly enjoyed. She met and kept life-long friends from these early days.

She attended weekend dances at the Oasis Club south of Austin, where she met the love of her life, Wilbur Sayles, the ‘Singer in the Band.’ They were married April 11, 1949 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa, and lived thereafter south of Austin in the Enterprise Community. She attended all community events, including neighborhood clubs, projects and cemetery association meetings.

Marlyn and Wilbur owned and operated the Accordion Shop for many years. Later she joined her husband traveling throughout the U.S. while he presented Lay Music Missions. She loved music and singing, and was an accomplished yodeler. She knew the words to hundreds of songs by memory. Marlyn and Wilbur enjoyed 62 years of married life together.

She was a homemaker in the fullest sense of the word. A child of the Great Depression, she saved every scrap, article and paper “in case we needed it someday.” She was a good cook and baker, known for her bread, cinnamon rolls, peanut brittle, jams and jellies and pickles. She worked for many years in the church basement kitchen, helping to serve innumerable dinners, weddings and funerals. Her church was very important to her and she served on her WSCS Circle and at the communion altar for many years.

Marlyn was a gifted seamstress and sewed for family and others throughout her life. She tailor-made suits, wedding dresses, formals, and did assorted mending for others. She took an extension class in upholstery and sewed projects for various clients. She served as the Sewing Leader for the Enterprise 4H Club for many years and taught many young girls in the community to sew and tailor clothing.

Gardening and Nature were her special loves. She could name every flower. She could identify every bird by its song and flight. Her gardens were beautiful and extraordinary, and she loved being outside whenever possible. Her indoor plants were truly amazing. She was a member of the Austin Hoe and Grow Garden Club and Austin Violet Club for many years. She created a special garden while living at the Cedars Residence in Austin, MN.

Due to health issues, she moved to Apple Valley Ecumen Centennial House to be close to her immediate family. She entered into community life there with the same exuberance she did everything. She made many new friends there, always introducing herself as “Marlyn… Marilyn-without-the-i!” The family is humbly grateful to the Ecumen Staff and Blue Stone Hospice for their kind and excellent care during her recent illnesses.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Sayles; her parents, brother (Irvin Johnson) and sister (Pernella Helgeson).

Marlyn is survived by her three sisters: Dorothy Johnson (Loveland, CO), Janice Wheeler (Marion, NC) and Carol Skadsem (Mesa, AZ and Rochester, MN); two daughters, Sharon (Darrell) Babcock of Rosemount, MN and Beverly Magoon (Boone, CO), two grandsons: Brent Babcock (Rosemount, MN) and Ross Babcock (Eagan, MN) and three great-granddaughters: Avery Babcock, Rowan Babcock and Paige Babcock. Also surviving her are many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and -nephews and several grandnieces and nephews. She deeply loved and treasured her family.

Marlyn loved her church and her friends beyond measure. If you were lucky enough to be a friend of Marlyn, you were lucky enough! She will be greatly missed.

Funeral services are pending with Clasen-Jordan Mortuary, and will be announced at a later date. Any memorials may be directed to the First United Church in Austin, MN.

SOURCE: Clasen Jordan Funeral home

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December 01, 1942 - March 22, 2020

DENNIS' OBITUARY

Dennis John LeDuc, lifelong resident of Austin, died on Sunday, March 22 at the Lake City Care Center in Lake City, MN.

Due to declining health the past few years, Denny and his wife, Dong Yeo (Lee) LeDuc were living at the Bluffs of Lake City, an assisted living residence.

He is preceded in death by parents, Art and Mildred LeDuc and sister, Cheryl Braaten.

Denny is survived by his wife Lee, sister Merna (Roger) Hyham, Port Aransas, TX; brothers Paul (Rita) LeDuc, Fountain, MN and Jim (Carol) LeDuc, St. Paul, MN., and several nieces and nephews, including Melind Gorder, whom he helped parent in her childhood.

Denny spent his career managing local service stations in Austin, working for Western Oil, Conoco, and Severson Oil. In his early years, he enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing and hunting with his dad and brothers and later traveling around the area with his parents in their RV. He and Lee enjoyed RV travel as well. Family members often said Denny should have been an engineer because he loved the challenge of solving a problem and could find a way to fix anything. He was curious and enjoyed exploring computers and other technologies in his retirement.

A funeral service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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May 23, 2018 - March 19, 2020 (age 1)

Obituary

Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus, along with their children, Tessla & Rayden Eastman passed away on March 19, 2020 in Austin, Minnesota.

Lance Tyler Eastman, 28, of Austin, MN, formerly of Lyle, MN was born July 13th, 1991 to Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett. He graduated from Austin High School in 2010, met his fiancé Kala Klaus in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016 and Rayden was born in 2018. Lance enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, especially hunting trips with his dad’s family. He enjoyed being outdoors, sports and working on automotive projects with his dad and kids. Lance ultimately loved spending time with his two beautiful children along with his family. Lance always knew how to make people laugh and brighten the mood.

Kala Marie Klaus, 25, of Austin, MN, formerly of Lucerne Valley, CA, was born August 30th, 1994 to Ken Klaus and Sandra Huber in Lucerne Valley, CA. She graduated high school from Lucerne Valley High in 2012, met her fiancé Lance Eastman in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016, and Rayden was born in 2018. Kala enjoyed crafting, laughing, helping the elderly, and she also enjoyed good conversation with family and friends. Kala had a love for animals and her favorite thing to do was spending time with her two beautiful children along with family. Kala’s laughter was always contagious.

As a family, Lance, Kala, Tessla, and Rayden enjoyed going on small town trips, camping, sledding, ice fishing, swimming, and bike rides. They also enjoyed making each other laugh and putting a smile on their children’s faces. Most of all they enjoyed their time together as a family.

Tessla Rose Eastman, 3, of Austin, MN, was born on June 19, 2016 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. Tessla loved playing dress up with mommy, helping grandma cook, reading books, and enjoyed anything Frozen and princesses. Tessla was undeniably a daddy’s girl who loved helping her dad and grandpa in the garage. She would melt your heart with her contagious smile and sweet laugh.

Rayden Lee Eastman, 1, of Austin MN, was born on May 23, 2018 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. He loved turtles, dogs, playing with cars and trucks, getting tickled and playing catch. Rayden loved cuddling and was a mommy’s boy. He loved building things and wrestling with his daddy. Rayden would melt your heart with his sparkling blue eyes and his cute little giggles.

Tessla and Rayden also loved spending time with their parents, grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family and friends.

They are survived by Lance’s parents: Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett; both of Austin, Mn. Kala’s parents: Ken (Jody) Klaus of Lucerne Valley, CA. Sandra (Gile) Huber of Buffalo City, WI. Lance’s siblings: Crystal (Chad) Pepper of Austin, MN, Amber (Josh) Mattick of Rose Creek, MN. Kala’s siblings: Kimberly (Larry) Edgington of Winona MN, Amber (Jack) Kiriakou of Pleasanton, TX, Talia (Michael) Mcgregor of Ogden, UT, Emma and Brent Gardner, Hannah, Kristy, and Kenzi Klaus; all of Lucerne Valley, CA. Lance’s Grandparents: Curtis and Carmen Eastman of Austin, MN, Milford and Linda Nelson of Austin, MN. Kala’s grandmother: Patricia Vallence. Tessla and Rayden’s cousins: Eben and Stiles Pepper of Austin, MN, Jaxson and Owen Mattick of Rose Creek, MN, Addisyn Edington of Winona, MN. And many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, close family friends and their dogs Moose and Suzie.

They are preceded in death by Lance’s brother: James Starrett, Lance’s cousins: Curtis Eastman and Brandon Eastman. Kala’s grandparents: Mary Klaus, Leroy Klaus, and Ernest Lee Tibbs. And many great grandparents of both families.

Lance, Kala, Tessla and Rayden will be deeply missed by so many. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2020, at the Mower County Fairgrounds – Plager Building in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 11:00-1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will take place in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Due to the COVID-19 protocol, we are requiring that everyone attending please wear a mask.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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June 19, 2016 - March 19, 2020 (age 3)

Obituary & Services

Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus, along with their children, Tessla & Rayden Eastman passed away on March 19, 2020 in Austin, MN.

Lance Tyler Eastman, 28, of Austin, MN, formerly of Lyle, MN was born July 13th, 1991 to Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett. He graduated from Austin High School in 2010, met his fiancé Kala Klaus in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016 and Rayden was born in 2018. Lance enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, especially hunting trips with his dad’s family. He enjoyed being outdoors, sports and working on automotive projects with his dad and kids. Lance ultimately loved spending time with his two beautiful children along with his family. Lance always knew how to make people laugh and brighten the mood.

Kala Marie Klaus, 25, of Austin, MN, formerly of Lucerne Valley, CA, was born August 30th, 1994 to Ken Klaus and Sandra Huber in Lucerne Valley, CA. She graduated high school from Lucerne Valley High in 2012, met her fiancé Lance Eastman in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016, and Rayden was born in 2018. Kala enjoyed crafting, laughing, helping the elderly, and she also enjoyed good conversation with family and friends. Kala had a love for animals and her favorite thing to do was spending time with her two beautiful children along with family. Kala’s laughter was always contagious. As a family, Lance, Kala, Tessla, and Rayden enjoyed going on small town trips, camping, sledding, ice fishing, swimming, and bike rides. They also enjoyed making each other laugh and putting a smile on their children’s faces. Most of all they enjoyed their time together as a family.

Tessla Rose Eastman, 3, of Austin, MN, was born on June 19, 2016 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. Tessla loved playing dress up with mommy, helping grandma cook, reading books, and enjoyed anything Frozen and princesses. Tessla was undeniably a daddy’s girl who loved helping her dad and grandpa in the garage. She would melt your heart with her contagious smile and sweet laugh.

Rayden Lee Eastman, 1, of Austin MN, was born on May 23, 2018 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. He loved turtles, dogs, playing with cars and trucks, getting tickled and playing catch. Rayden loved cuddling and was a mommy’s boy. He loved building things and wrestling with his daddy. Rayden would melt your heart with his sparkling blue eyes and his cute little giggles.

Tessla and Rayden also loved spending time with their parents, grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family and friends.

They are survived by Lance’s parents: Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett; both of Austin, Mn. Kala’s parents: Ken (Jody) Klaus of Lucerne Valley, CA. Sandra (Gile) Huber of Buffalo City, WI. Lance’s siblings: Crystal (Chad) Pepper of Austin, MN, Amber (Josh) Mattick of Rose Creek, MN. Kala’s siblings: Kimberly (Larry) Edgington of Winona MN, Amber (Jack) Kiriakou of Pleasanton, TX, Talia (Michael) Mcgregor of Ogden, UT, Emma and Brent Gardner, Hannah, Kristy, and Kenzi Klaus; all of Lucerne Valley, CA. Lance’s Grandparents: Curtis and Carmen Eastman of Austin, MN, Milford and Linda Nelson of Austin, MN. Kala’s grandmother: Patricia Vallence. Tessla and Rayden’s cousins: Eben and Stiles Pepper of Austin, MN, Jaxson and Owen Mattick of Rose Creek, MN, Addisyn Edington of Winona, MN. And many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, close family friends and their dogs Moose and Suzie.

They are preceded in death by Lance’s brother: James Starrett, Lance’s cousins: Curtis Eastman and Brandon Eastman. Kala’s grandparents: Mary Klaus, Leroy Klaus, and Ernest Lee Tibbs. And many great grandparents of both families.

Lance, Kala, Tessla and Rayden will be deeply missed by so many. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2020, at the Mower County Fairgrounds – Plager Building in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 11:00-1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will take place in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Due to the COVID-19 protocol, we are requiring that everyone attending please wear a mask.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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August 30, 1994 - March 19, 2020 (age 25)

Obituary

Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus, along with their children, Tessla & Rayden Eastman passed away on March 19, 2020 in Austin, MN.

Lance Tyler Eastman, 28, of Austin, MN, formerly of Lyle, MN was born July 13th, 1991 to Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett. He graduated from Austin High School in 2010, met his fiancé Kala Klaus in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016 and Rayden was born in 2018. Lance enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, especially hunting trips with his dad’s family. He enjoyed being outdoors, sports and working on automotive projects with his dad and kids. Lance ultimately loved spending time with his two beautiful children along with his family. Lance always knew how to make people laugh and brighten the mood.

Kala Marie Klaus, 25, of Austin, MN, formerly of Lucerne Valley, CA, was born August 30th, 1994 to Ken Klaus and Sandra Huber in Lucerne Valley, CA. She graduated high school from Lucerne Valley High in 2012, met her fiancé Lance Eastman in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016, and Rayden was born in 2018. Kala enjoyed crafting, laughing, helping the elderly, and she also enjoyed good conversation with family and friends. Kala had a love for animals and her favorite thing to do was spending time with her two beautiful children along with family. Kala’s laughter was always contagious.

As a family, Lance, Kala, Tessla, and Rayden enjoyed going on small town trips, camping, sledding, ice fishing, swimming, and bike rides. They also enjoyed making each other laugh and putting a smile on their children’s faces. Most of all they enjoyed their time together as a family.

Tessla Rose Eastman, 3, of Austin, MN, was born on June 19, 2016 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. Tessla loved playing dress up with mommy, helping grandma cook, reading books, and enjoyed anything Frozen and princesses. Tessla was undeniably a daddy’s girl who loved helping her dad and grandpa in the garage. She would melt your heart with her contagious smile and sweet laugh.

Rayden Lee Eastman, 1, of Austin MN, was born on May 23, 2018 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. He loved turtles, dogs, playing with cars and trucks, getting tickled and playing catch. Rayden loved cuddling and was a mommy’s boy. He loved building things and wrestling with his daddy. Rayden would melt your heart with his sparkling blue eyes and his cute little giggles.

Tessla and Rayden also loved spending time with their parents, grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family and friends.

They are survived by Lance’s parents: Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett; both of Austin, Mn. Kala’s parents: Ken (Jody) Klaus of Lucerne Valley, CA. Sandra (Gile) Huber of Buffalo City, WI. Lance’s siblings: Crystal (Chad) Pepper of Austin, MN, Amber (Josh) Mattick of Rose Creek, MN. Kala’s siblings: Kimberly (Larry) Edgington of Winona MN, Amber (Jack) Kiriakou of Pleasanton, TX, Talia (Michael) Mcgregor of Ogden, UT, Emma and Brent Gardner, Hannah, Kristy, and Kenzi Klaus; all of Lucerne Valley, CA. Lance’s Grandparents: Curtis and Carmen Eastman of Austin, MN, Milford and Linda Nelson of Austin, MN. Kala’s grandmother: Patricia Vallence. Tessla and Rayden’s cousins: Eben and Stiles Pepper of Austin, MN, Jaxson and Owen Mattick of Rose Creek, MN, Addisyn Edington of Winona, MN. And many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, close family friends and their dogs Moose and Suzie.

They are preceded in death by Lance’s brother: James Starrett, Lance’s cousins: Curtis Eastman and Brandon Eastman. Kala’s grandparents: Mary Klaus, Leroy Klaus, and Ernest Lee Tibbs. And many great grandparents of both families.

Lance, Kala, Tessla and Rayden will be deeply missed by so many. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2020, at the Mower County Fairgrounds – Plager Building in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 11:00-1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will take place in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Due to the COVID-19 protocol, we are requiring that everyone attending please wear a mask.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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NEWS STORY

Family IDs couple and their 2 toddlers who died in Austin car crash

By Paul Walsh Star Tribune MARCH 23, 2020 — 6:08AM

Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus, with their children, Tessla (left) and Rayden. Credit: Family submission

Relatives on Sunday identified the two toddlers and their parents who died in a fiery crash last week in Austin, Minn.

The wreck occurred about 6 p.m. Thursday and left the car in flames on SW. 2nd Drive, just south of the Cedar River, police said.

Killed were Lance Eastman, 28, and Kala Klaus, 25, said members of the Eastman family.

Also in the car were the Austin couple’s two children, 3-year-old Tessla and 1-year-old Rayden. Both children had birthdays this spring.

Police Chief David McKichan said Sunday that his department “will look at where things stand Monday. … It would not likely be until late morning or earlier in the afternoon on that day that we would look at providing that update.”

The chief said police believe the car had been traveling east on SW. 11th Avenue, left the road, struck some trees, went down an embankment and came to rest on 2nd Drive near the water treatment plant. He said investigators are working to determine what led to the crash.

Lance Eastman’s father said he spoke with his son on the day of the crash.

“He stopped over and talked to me, asked if he could borrow some DVDs,” Jesse Eastman said. “It wasn’t long after that that I had police at my door.”

Carmen Eastman, Lance’s grandmother, said the family is working to pull the funeral arrangements together.

“The shock is starting to wear off,” she said.

Source: Star Tribune

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July 13, 1991 - March 19, 2020 (age 28)

Obituary

Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus, along with their children, Tessla & Rayden Eastman passed away on March 19, 2020 in Austin, Minnesota.

Lance Tyler Eastman, 28, of Austin, Minnesota, formerly of Lyle, Minnesota, was born July 13th, 1991 to Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett. He graduated from Austin High School in 2010, met his fiancé Kala Klaus in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016 and Rayden was born in 2018. Lance enjoyed hunting and fishing with his family, especially hunting trips with his dad’s family. He enjoyed being outdoors, sports and working on automotive projects with his dad and kids. Lance ultimately loved spending time with his two beautiful children along with his family. Lance always knew how to make people laugh and brighten the mood.

Kala Marie Klaus, 25, of Austin, Minnesota, formerly of Lucerne Valley, CA, was born August 30th, 1994 to Ken Klaus and Sandra Huber in Lucerne Valley, CA. She graduated high school from Lucerne Valley High in 2012, met her fiancé Lance Eastman in 2013 and then they started their family. Tessla was born in 2016, and Rayden was born in 2018. Kala enjoyed crafting, laughing, helping the elderly, and she also enjoyed good conversation with family and friends. Kala had a love for animals and her favorite thing to do was spending time with her two beautiful children along with family. Kala’s laughter was always contagious.

As a family, Lance, Kala, Tessla, and Rayden enjoyed going on small town trips, camping, sledding, ice fishing, swimming, and bike rides. They also enjoyed making each other laugh and putting a smile on their children’s faces. Most of all they enjoyed their time together as a family.

Tessla Rose Eastman, 3, of Austin, Minnesota, was born on June 19, 2016 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. Tessla loved playing dress up with mommy, helping grandma cook, reading books, and enjoyed anything Frozen and princesses. Tessla was undeniably a daddy’s girl who loved helping her dad and grandpa in the garage. She would melt your heart with her contagious smile and sweet laugh.

Rayden Lee Eastman, 1, of Austin Minnesota, was born on May 23, 2018 to Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus. He loved turtles, dogs, playing with cars and trucks, getting tickled and playing catch. Rayden loved cuddling and was a mommy’s boy. He loved building things and wrestling with his daddy. Rayden would melt your heart with his sparkling blue eyes and his cute little giggles.

Tessla and Rayden also loved spending time with their parents, grandparents, cousins, aunts, uncles, and extended family and friends.

They are survived by Lance’s parents: Jesse Eastman and Susan Starrett; both of Austin, Mn. Kala’s parents: Ken (Jody) Klaus of Lucerne Valley, CA. Sandra (Gile) Huber of Buffalo City, WI. Lance’s siblings: Crystal (Chad) Pepper of Austin, MN, Amber (Josh) Mattick of Rose Creek, MN. Kala’s siblings: Kimberly (Larry) Edgington of Winona MN, Amber (Jack) Kiriakou of Pleasanton, TX, Talia (Michael) Mcgregor of Ogden, UT, Emma and Brent Gardner, Hannah, Kristy, and Kenzi Klaus; all of Lucerne Valley, CA. Lance’s Grandparents: Curtis and Carmen Eastman of Austin, MN, Milford and Linda Nelson of Austin, MN. Kala’s grandmother: Patricia Vallence. Tessla and Rayden’s cousins: Eben and Stiles Pepper of Austin, MN, Jaxson and Owen Mattick of Rose Creek, MN, Addisyn Edington of Winona, MN. And many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, close family friends and their dogs Moose and Suzie.

They are preceded in death by Lance’s brother: James Starrett, Lance’s cousins: Curtis Eastman and Brandon Eastman. Kala’s grandparents: Mary Klaus, Leroy Klaus, and Ernest Lee Tibbs. And many great grandparents of both families.

Lance, Kala, Tessla and Rayden will be deeply missed by so many. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 19, 2020, at the Mower County Fairgrounds – Plager Building in Austin, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 11:00-1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Interment will take place in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Due to the COVID-19 protocol, we are requiring that everyone attending please wear a mask.

Source: Worlein Funeral Home

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NEWS STORY

Family IDs couple and their two toddlers who died in Austin car crash

By Paul Walsh Star Tribune MARCH 23, 2020 — 6:08AM

Lance Eastman and Kala Klaus, with their children, Tessla (left) and Rayden. Credit: Family submission

Relatives on Sunday identified the two toddlers and their parents who died in a fiery crash last week in Austin, Minn.

The wreck occurred about 6 p.m. Thursday and left the car in flames on SW. 2nd Drive, just south of the Cedar River, police said.

Killed were Lance Eastman, 28, and Kala Klaus, 25, said members of the Eastman family.

Also in the car were the Austin couple’s two children, 3-year-old Tessla and 1-year-old Rayden. Both children had birthdays this spring.

Police Chief David McKichan said Sunday that his department “will look at where things stand Monday. … It would not likely be until late morning or earlier in the afternoon on that day that we would look at providing that update.”

The chief said police believe the car had been traveling east on SW. 11th Avenue, left the road, struck some trees, went down an embankment and came to rest on 2nd Drive near the water treatment plant. He said investigators are working to determine what led to the crash.

Lance Eastman’s father said he spoke with his son on the day of the crash.

“He stopped over and talked to me, asked if he could borrow some DVDs,” Jesse Eastman said. “It wasn’t long after that that I had police at my door.”

Carmen Eastman, Lance’s grandmother, said the family is working to pull the funeral arrangements together.

“The shock is starting to wear off,” she said.

Source: Star Tribune

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February 2, 1937 - March 20, 2020 (age 83)

William John “Bill” Feil Jr., age 83, died Friday March 20, 2020 after a long battle with Dementia. He was residing at Prairie Meadow Senior Living in Kasson, MN.

Bill was born February 02, 1937 at home to William Feil Sr. and Alice (Schlief) Feil in Douglas, MN. He attended the one room school house at Salem Corner before attending Byron High School where he was a member of the nationally ranked 6-man football team. He also played basketball and baseball and was later inducted into Byron High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Following his graduation from Byron in 1955 Bill attended and graduated from the University of Minnesota.

Bill was united in marriage to Sondra J. Carlson on August 13, 1960 at Bethal Lutheran Church in Rochester and together they were able to celebrate 56 years of marriage before her passing in May of 2017. After their marriage they lived in Litchfield, Dodge Center and Grand Meadow before Bill moved to Prairie Meadows. Bill worked as a teacher at Hayfield High School for a short time before going to work at Rochester Dairy, Wayne Feeds and Land-O-Lakes. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards, golfing, spending winters in AZ and he truly enjoyed spending time with his family.

He is survived by his 3 children: Craig W. (Donna) Feil of Brooklyn Park, MN, William J. “Bill” (Colleen) Feil III of Woodbury, MN and Brooke J. Sloan of Grand Meadow, MN. 7 grandchildren: Megan, Mikayla, Matthias (C.J.), Courtney, Trevor, Tyler and Allie and a sister Madeline (Warren) Macemon of Hutchinson, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Sondra and a daughter-in-law Joy Salverda.

Services will be scheduled at a later date.

Condolences may be left at WWW.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

Source: Hindt Funeral Home website

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February 5, 1965 - March 21, 2020 (age 55)

Obituary

Allison Marie Kumm of Austin, Minnesota, passed away from complications of chronic respiratory illness and congestive heart failure on Saturday, March 21st, 2020 at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, MN.

Allison was born on February 5, 1965, in Spring Valley, Minnesota, daughter of Everett and Karen (Thune) Kumm. She attended schools in Spring Valley, Rushford, Stewartville, and in the Twin Cities. In 1981, Allison moved to the first group home in MN for persons with Prader-Willi Syndrome. In 1995, Cardinal Circle in Austin became her permanent home. She loved her housemates, staff, and her guardian Judy Bjorndahl, who was very special to her.

Allison was an outgoing, loving person whose smile came directly from the heart and brightened the lives of those around her. Family and friends were extremely important to her and she repeatedly expressed her genuine desire to let us know. Allison loved MN sport teams, playing games (500), puzzles, bowling, fishing trips (I got another one!), reading books, watching movies, arithmetic, and was a proud employee of Cedar Valley Services.

Allison did not overcomplicate life. She truly lived life to the fullest, appreciating every moment and all things that come with it. We take comfort in that moment she met Jesus and shared a smile. Allison will be greatly missed on Earth, but well received in Heaven.

Allison was preceded in death by her grandparents, Raymond and Hilda Kumm and Ernest and Helen Thune, and her father. She is survived by her mother and siblings Darwin (Georgeann), Dawn (Tony), Matt (Patti). Surviving nieces and nephews include Maria (Al), Allen, Mandy, Tyler, and Lauren. She is also survived by many cousins.

The family thanks the wonderful staff of Cardinal Circle, Adams Care Center, and Judy Bjorndahl, for their kindness, compassion, and excellent care of Allison.

Memorial service and inurnment will be held at a time determined later.

Condolences may be left at www.Hindtfuneralhomes.com

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Allison Kumm, please visit our floral store.

Source: Hindt Funeral Home website

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May 25, 1924 - March 22, 2020

Kathleen Arvilla Kabage, 95, died on March 22, 2020, at Field Crest Care Center in Hayfield, Minnesota.

Kathleen was born at home on May 25, 1924, the daughter of Henry and Cora (Johnson) Estby in Mower County, Minnesota. She began her education in a rural one-room schoolhouse, later graduating from Hayfield High School. Kathleen was united in marriage to Curtis Kabage on December 5, 1942, in Hayfield, Minnesota.

The young couple purchased their farm in Vernon Township in 1948. They farmed together until retiring in 1978, at which time they moved into their home in Hayfield. At that same time, they purchased a lake cabin on Third Crow Wing Lake near Park Rapids, splitting time between both locations. Kathleen and Curt loved to travel in their motorhome, taking many trips around the country, further widening their horizons by taking cruises to distant locations. Kathleen and Curt were avid snowmobilers, loved fishing in northern Minnesota with friends and family, and enjoying the festivals in Branson, MO.

Kathleen was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, active in Circle, as well as various service groups. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, knitting and doing Norwegian hardanger, sharing her creativity with her family and others. After Curt passed away in 2013, Kathleen could be found gardening, tending her flowers, and continuing to mow her lawn with her John Deere riding lawnmower well after the age of 90. With her extended family she continued to travel north to Little Sand Lake near Park Rapids and visit Venice, Florida during the cold months. Kathleen continued living in her home on Main Street until 2020.

Kathleen is survived by her son, Daryle Kabage, Farmington, MN; daughter, Linda (Wayne) Gaustad, Park Rapids, MN; five grandchildren; Renee (John) Marlenee, Michelle (Gene) Ronnebaum, Mark Gaustad, Melissa (Jeremy) Peterson, Daniel Gaustad (Jessa Walters); seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Curtis. Blessed be her memory.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

SOURCE: Czaplewski Funeral Home website

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Veronica “Ronnie” Ann (Wagner) Anderson, 96, of Carpenter, Iowa, died Tuesday, March 24, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Center in St. Ansgar, Iowa.

Veronica was born Sept. 19, 1923, on a farm near Stacyville, Iowa, the oldest of four daughters to Barney and Katherine (Schneider) Wagner. Ronnie was united in marriage to Harvey Anderson on Sept. 19, 1941 in Northwood, Iowa.

Ronnie lived most of her life in Carpenter. She worked at the Northwood Home and St. Ansgar Nursing Home while raising five children. She enjoyed gardening (especially her roses), embroidery, making jam, baking and cooking for her family. She loved traveling with her children and was able to see Niagara Falls, Washington D.C., Yellowstone, Grand Tetons and sites in California. One of her favorite trips was a trip to Santa Monica, California, to see her double cousin. She was a kind gentle soul who thought of others before herself. Ronnie enjoyed watching the Iowa Hawkeyes with her kids. She loved her Lord and enjoyed studying the Bible and read her devotions daily. She knew every book in the Bible and loved memorizing certain scriptures which gave her peace.

Veronica was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey; sister, Dorothy, stepsisters, JoAnn Holgate and Geraldine Hendershott; stepbrother, James Wolf; brothers-in-law, Elmer Klapperick, Leo Hemann and Arnold Stanek; and sister-in-law, Kay Wolf. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Gary Anderson of Westby, Wisconsin, Ann (Dennis) Christensen of Riceville, Iowa, and Keith, Marilyn and Patricia of Carpenter; sisters, Marion Stanek of Rifle, Colorado, and Jeannette Klapperick of Austin, Minnesota; stepbrothers, Albert Wolf of Austin and Robert Wolf of Buffalo, Wyoming; five grandchildren, Kathy (Dean) LaRue, Kevin (Tracie) Christensen, Lisa Turben Anderson, Brian (Melanie) Anderson and Sara Anderson; 11 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date and will be announced later. A private committal will be held with only the immediate family at the Deer Creek Lutheran Cemetery in Carpenter. Schroeder & Sites Funeral Home of St. Ansgar is assisting the family. Online condolences can be made at www.schroederandsites.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald - 28 MAR 2020

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Lowell James Hyland, M.D., 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, March 22, 2020, following a battle with cancer.

Lowell was humbly born at home on Nov. 3, 1934, in rural Austin, Minnesota, during a blizzard that prevented the doctor from assisting with his arrival. He spent his formative years growing up in rural Minnesota, where he learned both the value of hard work and the importance of family. After initially attending school in a one-room schoolhouse (where he devoured every book in the library), Lowell graduated from Austin High School in 1952. His sharp mind saw him serving two years in the U.S. Army as a cryptographer stationed in Japan during the Korean War.

Upon his return, he attended the University of Minnesota and met his future wife, Norma Nordland. They were married on Sept. 7, 1957. Lowell graduated from the University of Minnesota Medical School in 1962. He interned in Orange County, California, completing his residency at Colorado General and a fellowship in allergy at National Jewish Hospital in Denver, Colorado. His early professional years also saw the arrival of their three children, Becky, Jill and Jim. He practiced in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, from 1973 until retiring in 2002. Throughout his career, Lowell held many academic and medical positions, including chief of staff at McKennan Hospital and multiple offices in the South Dakota Medical Association. Lowell loved being a physician and cared deeply for his patients and his entire office team. Many of his patients credit him with saving their lives. Lowell also had an interest in business, working with his brother, Duane, to start up Micomp Data Systems, a computer-based medical billing system, in the late 1970s. Following his retirement from medicine, Lowell became involved with DocuTAP providing medical insights and serving on their Board of Directors as well as pursuing an avid interest in investing. He never was able to prove his theory that “butter builds brains,” although his family has fully embraced it.

Despite the demands of being a doctor and businessman, Lowell always found time for his family, who especially remember road trips all over the U.S., family vacations, hunting adventures and weekends at the lake. Ever “on the go,” he stayed busy spending summers at the lake, where he loved time with the grandkids, going on pontoon rides and participating in the annual Fourth of July road race. Fall was spent at the ranch where he loved hunting, more time with family and friends, driving the tractor and planting trees. Throughout the year, you could always find him attending his grandchildren’s activities. A generous man, he is notorious for only tipping 10 percent because “that’s what God gets.” Forever curious, he spent countless hours reading and sharing his love of knowledge with those around him.

Lowell was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Emma; sister; Darlene Earl; and brothers, Loren and Robert. He is survived by his wife, Norma; daughters, Becky (Dennis) and Jill (Larry); son, Jim (Joan); grandchildren, Maria, Lauren, Katelyn, Sarah, Anna, Abby and Jacob; great-grandson, Henry; brother, Duane; sisters, Shirley (Bill) and Diana (Jim); and many nieces and nephews.

Special thanks to Avera McKennan, Prairie Center and Avera Hospice, especially Dr. Ben Solomon, for their personal, devoted care, and the physicians and staff at Mayo Clinic, especially Dr. Andy Maijka, for their excellent and compassionate care. Thanks to Pastor Tim Lemme for his devout guidance.

Because of troubling times, Lowell will have a small family gathering at this time. A celebration of life will be held this summer. We encourage you to share your story of Lowell at millerfh.com or GatheringUs.com to help us with his passing. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be directed to the Special Olympics South Dakota or to the South Dakota School of Medicine. For obituary and online registry please visit www.millerfh.com.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald - 28 MAR 2020

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Joyce R. Chapek, 74, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, March 20,2020, as the result of a motor vehicle accident.

Joyce Ruth Chapek was born Aug. 12, 1945, to John and Ruby (Truhlar) Freese. She graduated from Rose Creek High School in 1964. On March 26, 1965, she was united in marriage to Alvin Louis Chapek in rural Austin, Minnesota. To this marriage was born two children, Jeanette and William. Joyce was married to the love of her life until his passing in 2000.

Joyce was a stay at home wife and mom until her children were out of school, though she did babysit for friends and neighbors. She later worked at Lunds Foods in Lake Mills, Iowa, for 17 years before retiring at 65 years old. Four years later, she decided to go back to work and took a part-time job at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Albert Lea, which she loved until her passing.

Joyce enjoyed crossword puzzles, jigsaw puzzles, reading her Amish novels and daily devotional. Twice a week, she attended the senior center, where she loved her exercise classes and the friends she made there. She volunteered at Ruby’s Pantry and SPIRE with the ARC of Freeborn County. More than anything, Joyce loved her family. She enjoyed taking care of the people she loved, whether it was coming over to help clean and cook for special events or making Grandma’s special treats like nutty bars or banana cream pie or special meals like sauerkraut and dumplings.

Survivors include her daughter, Jeanette (Clifford) Burton and their children, Brandi Alyce (Tyler), great-grandson Hakan, Makayla and McKenzie Burton; son, William “Bill” (Cathie) Chapek and their children, Sean, Seth, and Samantha Chapek; her special dog, Princess; brothers, Jack (Karen) Freese and Ward “Pete” (Sue) Freese; sister, Pearl Ferguson; and many nieces, nephews, and friends that were family to her. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruby; her husband, Alvin; her grandson, Randy Stahl II; five brothers; Elmer Freese, John Freese, Joe Freese, Ray Freese and Frank Freese; and two sisters, Peggy Batdorf and Rosie Haskin.

A visitation is planned for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday March 26, 2020, at Bayview Funeral Home. Due to government restrictions, the funeral home will allow people in small groups. A funeral will follow, officiated by Pastor Kaleb Hurley, at 1 p.m. and is open only to immediate family due to restrictions. Graveside burial will be immediately following the funeral at the Bohemian Cemetery and is open to anyone who would like to attend. The family will have a celebration of life at a later date. For anyone who has the ability, Bayview Funeral Home has offered a Facebook Live of the services for those who are not able to attend. This should air at 1 p.m. on their Facebook page.

God bless her memory as she will be forever loved.

SOURCE: Austin Daily Herald - 25 MAR 2020

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November 17, 1930 - March 20, 2020 (age 89)

Darlene Eugenia King, age 89 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Friday, March 20, 2020, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Mary’s Campus.

Darlene was born the only child to Marvin & Lillian (Katson) Monson on November 17, 1930. She graduated from Austin High School in 1948 and worked as an accountant and CPA her entire life. Darlene worked both in Los Angeles, California, as well as in Austin. Darlene had a unique and passionate hobby of collecting paperweights. She was also a lifelong member of Grace Lutheran Church Austin and loved crocheting as well as crossword puzzles.

Darlene is survived by her very loving daughter, Barbara Nelson of Austin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin & Lillian Monson.

No services will be held at this time. Interment has taken place in Grandview Cemetery in Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home - 28 MAR 2020

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June 2, 1944 - March 25, 2020 (age 75)

SanJuanita Daniel, age 75 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at St. Mark’s Nursing Home, Austin MN.

SanJuanita was born on June 2, 1944, to Basilio Casarez and Juana Rodriguez in Laredo, TX. She married Jesus Daniel, and to this marriage had two sons and five daughters. In addition to being an amazing wife and mother, SanJuanita worked as a migrant in both Minnesota and California. She was a member of the Penticostal church, enjoyed singing, and spending time with her beautiful family. SanJuanita is survived by her sons, Isaac Valle, Jesus Daniel Jr.; daughters Sandra Reyes, Gloria Valle, Norma Rojas, Maria Daniel, Lucy Daniel; and sister, Yolanda Casarez. Services are pending with Worlein Funeral Home of Austin.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home - 28 MAR 2020

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January 29, 1938 - March 25, 2020 (age 82)

Obituary

Leo J. Bridley, age 82 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2020, at Our House Senior Living in Austin.

Leo was born January 29, 1938 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Carlyle and Elna (Anderson) Bridley. He grew up on the family farm in Moscow Township, and graduated from Austin High School in 1955. Leo took over the farm when he was a senior in high school. There he raised beef cattle, which was something he truly loved. He married Bonnie Jacobson from London, Minnesota, on February 1, 1959. Together they raised four children on the farm. Leo loved to hunt and fish, but his greatest joy was spending time with his family.

Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Bridley of Austin, Minnesota; daughter, Jodi (Tom) Adams of Hollandale, MN; sons, Taryl Bridley of Geneva, MN, Scott (Pam) Bridley of Moscow, MN, John (Karrie Butler) Bridley of Myrtle, MN; 6 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; sister, Valborg Volmer of Albert Lea, MN; brother, Dean Bridley of Mazeppa, MN; brothers-in-law, Dick (Ellen) Jacobson of Eden Prairie, MN, Larry Jacobson of Belton, MO, Wayne (Elaine) Jacobson of Chisago, MN; sister-in-law, Myrna Gray of San Diego, CA; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carlyle and Elna Bridley, infant son, James Bridley; grandson, Lucas Bridley; sisters, Jeanette Junge, Betty (Gordon) Aspenson; and sister-in-law, Carol Bridley.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting te family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home - 28 MAR 2020

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May 4, 1958 - March 26, 2020 (age 61)

Julie A. Corkill, age 61 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Thursday, March 26th, 2020, at Mayo Health System- St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Julie was born May 4th, 1958 in Austin, Minnesota to Rolland and Mary (Diekema) Finholdt. She married Terry M. Corkill on August 31st, 1990. She was a dedicated dispatcher at the Law Enforcement Center of Mower County for over 20 years and made many great friends. She loved baking and enjoyed watching the Twins baseball games. She also had a love for her dachshunds- Izzy, Rubee and Hunee. Her greatest joy was spending time with family and friends- especially around the holidays. Her deep love and caring nature was known by all who were fortunate enough to meet her. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her husband, Terry Corkill of Austin, MN; daughter, Mallory Corkill of Austin, MN; step-daughter, Melissa Corkill; grandson, Dallas Shoden of Minneapolis, MN; brother, Clifford Finholdt of Austin, MN; sisters, Grace (Patti) Finholdt of FL, Susan (Kenny) Dunn of IL, Rosemary Finholdt of OH; sister-in-law, Joyce Finholdt of Austin, MN and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rolland and Mary Finholdt; brothers, Ronnie Finholdt, Robert Finholdt, James (Peggy) Finholdt; and sister Joyce (Finholdt) Prehn.

A celebration of life will take place at Crane Community Chapel in Austin at a later date. Family requests that floral memorials at the time of service only. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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December 23, 1946 - March 28, 2020 (age 73)

Death Notice:

Marvin Allen Streiff age 73, of Austin Minnesota passed away peacefully at his home Saturday morning. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home - 30 MAR 2020

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April 15, 1969 - March 26, 2020 (age 50)

Obituary

Peter Nicholas White, 50-years-old, of Austin, MN, passed away Thursday evening at his farm.

Peter was born April 15, 1969, in Keokuk, IA, the son of Marcene and Dennis White. He attended Keokuk High School. After high school, he worked at Steel Castings in Keokuk, before moving to Minnesota. He lived in Mantorville for a few years, later purchasing a farm between Brownsdale and Lansing. Peter worked at Mc Neilius Truck and Manufacturing Oshkosh for the past 27 years. Peter was an accomplished welder. He traveled to Europe for the company on a few occasions to assist in overseas manufacturing. Peter enjoyed spending time on his farm, always working on something, fishing, and playing with nieces and nephews at family gatherings. He was very kind, thoughtful, and willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.

Peter is survived by his thirteen siblings, Albert White of Park Rapids, MN; Mary Jefferson of Rochester, MN; David White; Betty (Robert) Flick, of Keokuk, IA; Martha DeMarco of Charlotte, NC; Phillip White of Clarks Grove, MN; Patricia Clark of Sacramento, CA; Pauline White of Dubuque, IA; Cynthia White of Sacramento, CA; Carl (Amy) White of Rochester, MN; Anthony White of Rochester, MN; Denise (Robert) Songstad of Rochester, MN; Victoria White of Rochester, MN; and 19 nieces and nephews.

Peter was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.

Memorial service and inurnment will be held at a time determined later.

Online condolences may be left at Hindtfuneralhomes.com

SOURCE: Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home - 28 MAR 2020

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February 5, 1958 - March 29, 2020 (age 62)

Daryl Craig Peterson, age 62, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020, at his home in Austin.

Daryl was born to Marion and Gladys (Seavey) Peterson on February 5, 1958, at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin. He was baptized and confirmed at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church in rural Austin. Daryl continued to live on the Peterson family farm his entire life. In August of 1975, Daryl was involved in a car accident, leaving him a quadriplegic, and still graduated with his class from Blooming Prairie High School in 1976. Daryl began farming and never let being confined to the wheelchair stop him.

On June 29, 1991, he was united in marriage to Rae Ann Miner at the Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church. Their marriage was blessed with three children. Daryl fought to live and experienced many of the kids’ accomplishments, including watching them graduate. Daryl was a longtime and faithful member of the Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church. He also served on the Udolpho Township Board. Daryl’s lifelong passion was farming and conservation. He enjoyed collecting toy tractors, especially Farmall and Ford tractors. His family brought him much joy in life, and he loved spending time with them. He made an impact on the lives of those who knew him. Daryl will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his wife, Rae Ann Peterson of Austin, Minnesota; two daughters, Sally Peterson (Brian Hughes) of Austin, Minnesota, Amy Peterson (Noah Aakre) of Austin, Minnesota; son, Clint Peterson of Austin, Minnesota; sisters Kay (Dale Nelson) Miller, Kathleen (Norman) Bussian, Bonnie (Calvin) Ripple; brothers Marvin Peterson, Galen (Dorothy) Peterson, Roger (Dawn) Peterson; and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers: Sally Peterson Brian Hughes, Amy Peterson, Noah Aakre, Clint Peterson, Roger Peterson, Galen Peterson, Marvin Peterson. Honorary Pallbearers: Justin Krell, Lee Peterson, Doug Bruggeman, Brad Hines, Dean Willamson, Jon Penkava.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Marion and Gladys Peterson, nephew, Jeffery Ripple, brother-in-law Jim Miller, and sister-in-law Tracy Miner.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. A private family interment was held in Red Oak Grove Cemetery, rural Austin. In lieu of flowers, the family would request that donations to local organizations be made in his name. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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March 26, 1942 - March 30, 2020 (age 78)

Karen Josephine (Eberhardt) Stehlik, age 78 of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully Monday evening, March 30, 2020, surrounded by her loving family at the Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus.

On March 26, 1942, Karen was born to Herbert & Dorothy Eberhardt in Champagne, Illinois. She grew up in Champagne, Illinois, attended Urbana High School, and received her diploma in 1960. Karen married Gene Stehlik on December 23, 1974, in St. Cloud and together they later settled the family in Austin around 1994.

She worked many years at the Austin Walmart store, as well as at Torges Live. She was a member of Cornerstone Church, and family was everything to Karen and she cherished spending time with them. Karen was especially fond of playing Bingo as well as going fishing.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Gene; sons Ken Ketchum of Florida, Don Ketchum of Tennessee, Doug Ketchum; Gene (Shelley) Stehlik Jr. of Austin, Robert Stehlik of Illinois, Jason (Kristie) Stehlik of Austin, and James (Amy) Stehlik of Austin; one daughter Melissa Mears of Illinois; brother Bill Eberhardt; and one sister; 30 grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.

Karen was preceded in death by her parents Herbert & Dorothy; and brother Phil Eberhardt.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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Death Notice for Olga Martin

DIED

MARTIN

At her home in Mt. Tabor, Oregon, Sunday, May 27th, of consumption. Miss Olga Martin, aged twenty-five years.

Deceased was born in Nevada, Minnesota, and went to Oregon with her parents in 1898.

Miss Martin was of a kindly disposition and loved by all who knew her.

She leaves a father and mother, four sisters, two brothers and a large circle of relatives and friends.

SOURCE: Mower County Transcript, Wed. 6-27-1900,
Front Page, Column 5

NOTE:
Olga b. 1875 Nevada Township, Mower Co. MN.
d. May 27, 1900 Mt. Tabor, Oregon, daughter of
Fredrick and Andrena "Anderson" Martin.

Submitted to Mower MNGenWeb by Mark Ashley, 4/1/2020

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February 23, 1939 - March 30, 2020

Obituary for Gayle Lucy Carey

Gayle Lucy Carey, age 81, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, March 30, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. She died peacefully at home surrounded by her family.

Gayle was born on February 23, 1939, in Austin, to Peter and Lucille (Dreyer) Kloberdanz. She grew up in Austin and graduated from St. Augustine High School in 1957.

On November 16, 1957, she married the love the love of her life, Bernard Carey at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Austin. They had three daughters, Kimberly, Mary, and Shelly. The couple lived their entire married life in Austin, where Gayle worked at Hormel as administrative assistant to the president and vice president.

Gayle was a devout Catholic and belonged to St. Augustine Catholic Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and her beloved dogs. It brought her joy to help her husband with all the Christmas decorations and baking lots of wonderful goodies for her family. She devoted herself as a caretaker selflessly and lovingly to both her mother and her husband. She treasured her grandchildren who she referred to as her little angels. She was always there with a warm smile, a listening ear, and a shoulder to lean on.

Survivors include her three daughters, Kimberly (Jerome) Grdina, Naperville, IL, Mary Carey, Austin, MN, Shelly (Michael) Weinmann, Austin, MN; nine grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; three sisters, Patricia (Doug) Burton, Austin, MN, Carol (Chuck) Erickson, Longmont, CO, Lori (Don) McEdward, Austin, MN; many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; sisters, Joan and Mary; great granddaughter, Cloë; great grandson Caleb.

Private graveside services are being planned. A memorial mass and celebration will be held at a later date.

Arrangements by Mayer Funeral Home.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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March 5, 1954 - March 31, 2020 (age 66)

Mary Ellen Spinler, age 66 of Brownsdale, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2020, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin.

Mary Ellen Campbell was born March 5, 1954 in Osage, Iowa, to Roger and Arlene (Qualey) Campbell. Mary grew up in Otranto, Iowa then in 1965, moved to Lyle, Minnesota, where she received her education, graduating from Lyle High School in 1972. Mary was always a daddy’s girl and loved hanging out with him in the garage. At a young age she became interested in cars and motorcycles. Her pride and joy in high school was her 1964 Ford Galaxie.

In 1972, she married Daryl Steinbrink and together had five children. They later divorced. In 1995, Mary moved to Austin, Minnesota, where she worked as a proof operator at Sterling State Bank and then later worked at the Cooperative Response Center as a customer services representative. On July 10, 2010, she married Richard Spinler in Nashua, Iowa.

After their marriage, they lived in Brownsdale, Minnesota. Mary enjoyed gardening, baking, and watching her son Dustin race stock cars. Her grandchildren brought her much joy in life, and she cherished her time spent with them. Those who knew her best will remember Mary for her toughness and strength, which assisted her in fighting and beating breast cancer. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Survivors include her husband, Richard Spinler of Brownsdale, MN; children, Dustin (Greta) Steinbrink of Austin, MN, Adam Steinbrink of Austin, MN, Charity Steinbrink of Owatonna, MN, Cody (Amy) Steinbrink of Austin, MN, Cheyanne (Curtis Wilson) Steinbrink of Austin, MN; step-children, Kris (Brandi) Spinler of Lyle, MN, Kevin (Natalie) Spinler of Grand Meadow, MN, Melissa (Jeremy) Verness of Albert Lea, MN; grandchildren, Mckenzi, Jordan, Emma, Alexandra, Ezrya, Chloe, Nelainy, Callen, Aislee, Brantley; step-grandchildren, Aliyah, Kaiden, Kaylee, Caleb, Kashay, Killian, Ethan, Logan, Jase; sister, Anna Greer.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Roger and Arlene Campbell; sister, Patricia Campbell; father-in-law, Loren Spinler; step-granddaughter, Patricia Spinler.

Memorial services will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank the staff of Sacred Heart Care Center for the excellent care they provided Mary and also her special friend, Demetria. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

SOURCE: Worlein Funeral Home

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August 13, 1935 - March 27, 2020

Obituary for Evelyn Marie Heimer

Evelyn Marie Heimer, age 84, of Austin, died Friday, March 27, 2020 at Saint Mark's Lutheran Home.

Evelyn was born August 13, 1935 in Austin, Minnesota to Philip and Gladys (Brechtel) Berg. On February 4, 1959 she was united in marriage to Kenneth J. Heimer at Saint John's Catholic Church in Johnsburg, Minnesota. The couple resided in Austin, Minnesota where Evelyn was employed by Queen of Angels Catholic School. Evelyn was also a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Austin, Minnesota.

Evelyn loved spending time with her family. She liked baking and cooking. Her specialties were baking chocolate chip cookies and making homemade potato salad. She enjoyed playing bingo and occasionally visiting a casino. She was a loving mom and grandma who will be missed.

Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Cheryl (Tim) Schneider, Austin, MN; son, Steve (Faith) Heimer, Eden Prairie, MN; son, Alan (Jean) Heimer, Rochester, MN; daughter, Judy (Todd) Mullenbach, Austin, MN; daughter, Susan (Rodney) Ryks, Austin, MN; 13 grandchildren, Matthew, Natalie, Josiah, Adam, Isaac, Philip, Jerrad, Nicholas, Alyssa, Kathryn, Damian, Madelyn, Hannah; 3 great grandchildren, Aidan, Lucas and Henry; sister, Marion Srp; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth; parents, Philip and Gladys Berg; her 2 brothers, Richard Berg and Darrell Berg.

A Memorial Mass for Evelyn will be celebrated at later date at Queen of Angels Catholic Church.

Condolences may be left online at www.mayerfh.com.

SOURCE: Mayer Funeral Home

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December 15, 1944 - March 28, 2020

Jon's Obituary

U.S. Veteran

Jon Marshall Rorvig (75) passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at The Cedars Memory Care Center in Austin, Minnesota, where he resided since July 2017.

Jon was born on December 15, 1944 in Cyrus, Minnesota, to Milton and Jean (Stadsvold) Rorvig. He attended school in the Cyrus/Starbuck, MN area. After graduation he enlisted in the U.S. Marines, serving in the Vietnam War. Majority of his work experience involved "truck driving". A profession that he loved! He drove all over the lower 48, Canada and Alaska.

He was preceded in death by his parents, sister (Linda) and grandparents.

Jon’s relatives include: siblings, Wayne Rorvig & Deb Bartz; children, Marian Rorvig, Jon Rorvig, Theresa (Dan) Bailey, Amy (Tim) Lau, Christian Rorvig & Noah Rorvig; 7 grandchildren and 4 (soon to be 5) great-grandchildren.

Memorial services are being planned for a later date in Glenwood, Minnesota. Clasen-Jordan Mortuary is handling local arrangements.

"Jon now has all his memories and stories back! He is FREE to have all of the Diet Pepsi and red licorice his heart desires. He can climb in his 18 wheeler and drive across heaven."

SOURCE: Clasen-Jordan Funeral Home

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#1:

Mrs. W.R. Earl went to Red Wing yesterday called by the sudden death of her cousin, Mrs. Hjermstad, formerly Miss Ida Olson of Austin. Deceased was a sister of Mrs. John Ober of Austin.

SOURCE: Mower County Transcript, Wed. Sept. 15, 1909, page 3, col. 3

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#2:

Mrs. H.L. Hjermstad

Mrs. H.L. Hjermstad, whose death at Red Wing we noted last week, was born in Austin on Oct. 9, 1869 (SIC). She was the daughter of the late Wm. Olson. She worked for years as trimmer for Bozrud Brothers in Red Wing and was married thirteen years ago. The husband and three children survive.

She was a woman of unusual winsomeness and force of character and was prominent in religious and charitable work. She had a generous nature and had warm sympathy for those in trouble. We remember her as Ida Olson of this city and we extend personal sympathy to the bereaved relatives.

SOURCE: Mower County Transcript, Wed. Sept. 22, 1909, page 2, col. 5

NOTES:

Ida Dagmar Olson, born 09 OCT 1870, in Austin, Minnesota, the daughter of William (Wilhelm) and Marthe Anderson Olson, married Hans L. Hjermstad 02 DEC 1897, Austin, Minnesota.

Ida died on 14 SEP 1909 and is buried in Oakwood Cemetery, Red Wing, Goodhue County, Minnesota. See photos and other information on Findagrave.com.

Submitted to MNGenWeb by Mark Ashley, April, 2020

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