Stanley Ordell Hongerholt, 76, of Lenora, Minn., passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family, July 10, 2019. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 15, 2019, at Lenora United Methodist church in Lenora, Minn., with Pastor Mark Woodward officiating. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. on Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the Lenora United Methodist church. … [Read more...]
Helen L. Buche
Helen L. Buche, age 85, passed away at her home in St. Paul on July 6, 2019. Born November 17, 1933, in Preston, Minn., Helen was preceded in death by her parents Stanley and LaVeta (nee Mullane) Nelson and beloved aunt Agnes Mullane. Helen is survived by her husband of 61 years, John Buche; and their three children: Carol Buche and her husband Jason Hawke, Karen Buche … [Read more...]
Dr. Robert W. “Bob” Acton
Dr. Robert W. “Bob” Acton, 81, of Preston, Minn., passed away on July 7, 2019, following a struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Bob was born on March 29, 1938, in Yellow Springs, Ohio, son of Robert and Bertha (Warwick) Acton. Bob, affectionately called “Sonny” by family and Ohio friends, was the second of five children. Bob was united in marriage to Dollie Ritenour on June 17, … [Read more...]
Stephen E. Welke
Stephen E. Welke, 66, of Preston, Minn., died Monday, July 8, 2019, at Maple Leaf Services in Preston. A graveside service for Stephen will be held Friday, July 12, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Our Savior’s Lutheran Cemetery in Spring Valley, Minn. Stephen Erwin Welke was born May 23, 1953, in Austin, Minn., to Lowell and Shirley (Thompson) Welke. Stephen is survived by his … [Read more...]
Dennis Elden Dornink
Dennis Elden Dornink, our leader, our backbone, our prayer warrior and our strenth beyond words left this world for heaven Sunday, June 16. He was our ever-present guide, confidant, rock and patient supporter. His love for family, friends and clients was beyond measure. Everyone who knew him loved his soft-spoken, calm demeanor that would show God’s love in his every action. He … [Read more...]
Arthur Allan Aas
Arthur Allan Aas, 69, of Chatfield, Minn., unexpectedly passed away on July 4, 2019. He was born in Windom, Minn., to Mervin A. Aas and Lorraine M. Bauer Aas in 1950. He lived with his large family in Windom on a small farm. Art loved the family farm and had many wonderful times there, hunting and trapping, pulling cockleburs and hitting baseballs over the barn until 1965, when … [Read more...]
Marion Alfreda Holtan Lund
Marion Alfreda Holtan was born on Sunday, March 8, 1931, at 8 p.m. on a farm four miles south of Kasson, to Alfred and Minnie (Lee) Holtan. She was their ninth child. Her father was a farmer who raised oats, a little corn, wheat and flax and had about a dozen head of dairy cows. Her mother was a God-fearing woman who raised her children with a Bible in one hand and a switch in … [Read more...]
Learning from trees and watching debates
If you have an interest in nature and trees, I urge you to visit the adjoining Parks of Kings Canyon and Sequoia in central California. I recently visited there, what an experience it was to see the groves of Giant Sequoias and learn about their relationship to fire. Giant sequoias are the largest trees in the world; the General Sherman [1,700 yrs. old] is the largest. it … [Read more...]
Gammel Dag Days
To the Editor, I went to Gammel Dag Days on Saturday, June 22, and thought it was fun. I participated in the parade with the Scouts. There were numerous activities to choose from. The strawberry smoothie was the highlight for me, but I also enjoyed the music. My siblings enjoyed the horse rides, face painting, wool spinning, and flower crafts. There were many people in … [Read more...]
Government this week
Monday, July 8 • Houston City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • Spring Valley City Council, City Hall, 6 p.m. • City of Rushford City Council, City Hall, 6:30 p.m. • Chatfield City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Whalan City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. • Wykoff City Council, City Hall, 7 p.m. Tuesday, July 9 • Chatfield School Board, Forum Room, 7 p.m. • … [Read more...]