Celebration of Life for Marlene (McDowell) Nelson (August 22, 1937 - December 24, 2025), Canton, formerly of Harmony, will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 1-4 p.m. at the Canton Town Hall in Canton. A private committal service and burial will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at the MN State Veterans Cemetery in Preston. … [Read more...]
Marilyn Annette (Myrah) Bunge
Marilyn Annette (Myrah) Bunge, 96, of Preston, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2026, at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel, Minn. She was surrounded by her family’s love and supported by the caring staff at Green Lea and St. Croix Hospice. A celebration of life will be held at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston, Minn., on July 29, 2026. Fellowship will begin at 1 p.m., with … [Read more...]
Ann Rosalyn Johnson
The funeral service for Ann Rosalyn Johnson, 89, a longtime Stewartville, Minn., area resident, will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Rochester, Minn. Bural will be at the Rushford Lutheran Cemetery. Ann passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 28, 2026, having spent a long Memorial Day weekend with her family. Ann was born December … [Read more...]
Steven Dale Carlson
Steven Dale Carlson, age 70, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at his home in Trego, Wis. He was born on December 30, 1955, in Caledonia, Minn., the son of Ronald and Margaret (Knutson) Carlson. Steve grew up in Houston, Minn., surrounded by his parents, siblings, grandparents, many uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends. During his school years, he enjoyed forensics and … [Read more...]
Charles Laverne (Joseph) Bennett
December 25, 1955 – May 27, 2026 With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Charles Bennett, who died peacefully on May 27, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on Christmas Day in 1955, Charles was the beloved son of Gail and Enoch Bennett. He spent his life committed to his work, family, and good conversations at the car lot. His lifelong passion and career were … [Read more...]
James Ray Torgerson
James Ray Torgerson, 65, of Rushford, Minn., passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, Minn. James was born on December 18, 1960, to John and Lois (Sievers) Torgerson in Winona, Minn. At age 6, James was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, which added extra challenges to his school years. Ironically, he was afraid of dogs as a young … [Read more...]
Kyle Damon Vaaler
Kyle Damon Vaaler, age 72, of Spring Grove, Minn., passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at Gundersen Tweeten Healthcare in Spring Grove. He was born March 17, 1953, to his parents Owen C. and Muriel A. (Mulnix) Vaaler, as the first of their three children. He graduated from Spring Grove High School with the class of 1973. While there he played basketball in high school. He … [Read more...]
Katie Ruen
Katie Ruen died peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by family. She is greatly missed by her husband Ed, her sister Peggy, her children, her grandchildren and the many friends and extended family whose joy and love she received and returned over the years. A memorial service and committal of ashes will be held Saturday, June 13 at 11 a.m. at the family farm, … [Read more...]
Dale V. Johnson
Dale V. Johnson, age 80, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Cedar Court of Adams with his loving family by his side. Dale was born April 12, 1946, in Preston, Minn., to the late Vernon and Arlone (Wahl) Johnson of Harmony, Minn. On October 30, 1966, he married Marcene (Mick) Johnson of Harmony, Minn. In their 57 years of marriage, they had three … [Read more...]
Raymond “Lee” Fishbaugher
Raymond “Lee” Fishbaugher, age 97, of Harmony, Minn., passed away on May 27, 2026, at Gundersen Nursing Home in Harmony, where he had resided for the past couple of years. Lee was born to Frank and Susan (Chick) Fishbaugher on July 29, 1928, at the family farm near Preston, Minn. He graduated from Harmony High School in 1946. Lee married Myra “Colleen” Elton, his high school … [Read more...]