Bernis Finke, age 90, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023, in Rochester, Minn., from the effects of Alzheimer’s disease. Services will be held April 15 at Cherry Grove United Methodist Church with a 9 a.m. visitation, followed by an 11 a.m. funeral with Pastor Deanna Woodward officiating. A eulogy will be shared by good friend, Pastor Mark Rader. On November 23, 1932, … [Read more...]
Charles Souhrada
Charles Souhrada, 88, of Von Ormy, Tex., formerly of Fountain, Minn., passed away at home on March 27, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Anna May (Dougherty) Souhrada, daughters Charlotte Brevig and Julianna (Harold) Fravel, and son Shawn Souhrada. He is also survived by seven grandchildren: Jason Fravel, Amber Fravel, Carl Brevig, Joshua Grant, Jacob Grant, … [Read more...]
Thomas J. Jennings
Called home by our Lord, Father Thomas J. Jennings, age 78, died peacefully on March 29, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on August 12, 1944 in Caledonia, Minn., to Lloyd and Wilma (Ernster) Jennings. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Caledonia. Father Tom graduated from Loretto High School and studied philosophy at … [Read more...]
Margaret Ann Hongerholt
Margaret Ann Hongerholt passed away March 30, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. Margaret (Maggie to her friends) was born October 27, 1965, in Minneapolis, Minn., to Harold and Patricia (Dunn) Waters. Margaret is survived by her husband Doug, daughters Katie and Erin, sister Teresa Waters and Matt Dworschak, Mary and John Auer, Patty and Adrian Kanten and nephews … [Read more...]
Pola E. Vorwerk
Pola E. Vorwerk, 89, of Preston passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, March 30, 2023, with her husband and children at her side. Pola Elaine (Kramer) Vorwerk was born on May 5, 1933, the third of nine children, to Paul and Lillian (Ehlen) Kramer in Gibbon, Minn. She was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Gibbon. Pola graduated from Gibbon High … [Read more...]
Mary Lou (Amundson) Sailor
Mary Lou (Amundson) Sailor, age 92, of Eitzen/Caledonia, went into the loving arms of her Lord on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Valley View Healthcare in Houston, Minn. Mary was born on May 20, 1930, in Waukon, Iowa, to Roy and Inez Walters, the elder of two children. Growing up in Waukon, she met Charles A. Amundson, her neighbor who often walked her to school. They were … [Read more...]
Magnus Walker Rudlong
Magnus Walker Rudlong left the earthly realm after 12 years and nine months. He was a summer solstice baby and loved that he got the longest day of the year to celebrate. Magnus is the kindest sweetest soul, and cared about everyone else so much. He was the greatest big brother. Magnus loved nature, playing in his creek, and his dogs. He loved gaming and the whole entirety of … [Read more...]
Missing person alert out of the City of Winona
In regard to missing person Madeline Jane Kingsbury (age 26), the Winona Police Department and the Fillmore County Sheriff's Office have requested assistance from residents and landowners located in the eastern part of Fillmore County. We are asking residents in this area to check their properties, including any video cameras, doorbell cameras, game cameras etc. for a dark … [Read more...]
Arendahl Township Rock Quotes
Arendahl township board will accept quotes on crushed rock which meets state specifications. Quotes are to be on a per ton basis; delivered, spread, and picked up as needed. Quotes are to be sent or delivered to the township clerk, on or before April 17th. The board accepts the right to reject any or all quotes. Keith Brown - Clerk Arendahl Township Publish … [Read more...]
Official Publication Notice of Ordinance Amendment Fillmore County SSTS Ordinance, Section 502, Alternative Local Standards
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners adopted an amendment to the Fillmore County Sub-surface Sewage Treatment System Ordinance on September 1, 2020. This amendment pertains to Section 502(2)(g), Alternative Local Standards Requirements and removes the ability for a homeowner to install a gray water system if the system is pressurized. A complete copy of this … [Read more...]