By Pastor Paul Hauschild Chatfield and Root Prairie Lutheran Churches A daughter complained to her father about her life and how things were so hard for her. She did not know how she was going to make it and wanted to give up. She was tired of fighting and struggling. It seemed as one problem was solved, a new one arose. Her father, a chef, took her to the kitchen. He … [Read more...]
Carol J. Eppen
Carol J. Eppen, 97, of Chatfield, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Carol was born on June 26, 1928 in Goodhue, Minnesota. On May 14, 1954, she married Willie Eppen; together they raised a family that brought her endless pride and joy. Carol was a deeply devoted family woman who adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, … [Read more...]
Patricia “Patty” Lois Kidd
Patricia “Patty” Lois Kidd, age 76, of Sparta, Wisconsin, formerly of Wykoff, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, 2026, at Bridgepath Assisted Living in Sparta. Patty was born in Lake City, Minnesota, to Donald and Lois (Klenke) Palmer and graduated from Lake City High School. She later raised her family in Wykoff, Minnesota, where she worked as a waitress … [Read more...]
Anita Theresa (Schulte) Clauson
Anita Theresa Clauson, age 72, of Spring Grove, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Anita was born to Lawrence and Monica Schulte on August 1, 1953, and graduated from Waukon High School in 1971. She worked at Northern Engraving until her retirement. She is survived by her children: Jennifer (Lance) Zafft, Jacqueline … [Read more...]
Barbara Ann Cleghorn
Barbara Ann Cleghorn, 87, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Barbara was born on November 11, 1938, in Cresco, Iowa. After a chance meeting at a roller-skating rink, she married the love of her life, Gene Cleghorn. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and hard work. After their marriage, they made their home in … [Read more...]
Jean R. Henke
Jesus took Jean gently by the hand, carrying her home to be reunited with her husband Ken on June 9, 2026. Jean Ruth Goede was born on July 2, 1948, in Wabasha, Minnesota, to Bruno and Ruth (Lawson) Goede. She grew up in Plainview, Minnesota, and graduated from Plainview High School in 1966. Jean was married on November 25, 1972, to SSG Kenneth W. Henke. The couple lived … [Read more...]
Roger Winters
Roger Winters, 84, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, after a courageous journey with dementia. Born on May 9, 1942, Roger lived a life filled with adventure, laughter, and deep love for his family. Roger was an outdoorsman at heart who found joy in fishing and hunting. He was known for his spirited personality, quick wit, and the playful, “spicy” sense of humor … [Read more...]
Allen Schmidt
Allen Schmidt passed away peacefully after a short time in the hospital at the age of 93, on June 11, 2026. He was a lifelong resident of Wykoff running a family farm his entire working life. He was preceeded in death by parents Iona (Affeldt) Schmidt and Louis Schmidt, his wife of 32 years, Donna (Neimeyer) Schmidt; and brothers Loren and Myron. Following is the obituary that … [Read more...]
Mary Ann Molstein Hamann
We announce with great sadness the matriarch of the Hamann family has gone to her forever home to be with the Lord. Mary Ann Molstein Hamann, passed away at the early age of 105 on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. Mary Ann was born to Andrew and Andrea Molstein October 6, 1920, at home in North Prairie, Minnesota. A woman full of life, she started out as a spunky child always … [Read more...]
John Francis Mullen
John Francis Mullen, 71, passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, after a five-year battle with cancer. John was born on September 27, 1954, to Mervin (Bud) and Margaret Mullen. He was a 1972 graduate of Mayo High School and attended Luther College. John excelled in cross country and field distance events in high school and college. He worked as a computer engineer at IBM … [Read more...]