Alta Bates, age 97 of Rochester, Minn., and formerly of Harmony, Minn., died on Monday, January 26, 2026, at her home in Rochester, Minn. Alta Mae Walker was born on November 13, 1928, in Appleton City, Mo., to Clarence and Elsie Walker. She graduated from high school in Lincoln, Mo., in 1948, then moved to Kansas City, Mo., where she attended secretarial school. She also … [Read more...]
In Loving Memory of Lynn Dean Tienter
Lynn Dean Tienter passed away on January 22, 2026, at Spring Valley Living in Spring Valley, Minn. Lynn was born on November 12, 1952 to Vernon and Leila (Bremseth) Tienter. He grew up on his family’s farm in Southeast Minnesota and graduated from Preston High School. In 1979 he married Roxie Wendt, and together they raised three children. The couple divorced in 2023. Lynn … [Read more...]
Sally (Vercella) Hemenway
Sally (Vercella) Hemenway, a dedicated educator and lifelong adventurer, passed away peacefully January 12, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, learning, and love. Born in 1938 in Luverne, Minn., to Alvin Olson and Thilda Knudtson, Sally’s journey began in the heart of the Midwest. After graduating from Luverne High School, she followed her passion for education to … [Read more...]
Mary Sikkink
Mary Sikkink passed, when she was good and ready, on the Palliative Care Unit at Mayo Clinic Methodist Campus, on January 24, 2026, after suffering a severe stroke on Friday, January 16. Mary Ann Hovey was born on August 21, 1944, the third of four Hovey kids, to Virgil and Roelvine (Terbeest) Hovey. She attended country school at Bristol Grove from kindergarten to eighth … [Read more...]
Donna Eleene Erdman
Donna Eleene Erdman, 98, of Wykoff, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Spring Valley Living in Spring Valley, Minn. Donna Eleene Erdman was born February 9, 1927, the daughter of Chester and Sadie (Officer) Brye on a farm in Vernon County, Wis. She attended Springville Pioneer Country School, Viroqua High School and graduated from San Diego High School … [Read more...]
Arden L. McCallson
Arden L. McCallson, 80, of Hokah, Minn., passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. A celebration of life will be held at a later date with details to be announced when available. More information and online condolences can be found at www.schumacher-kish.com. … [Read more...]
Clifford Dale “Dale” Rustad
September 2, 1940 – January 22, 2026 Clifford Dale “Dale” Rustad, born September 2, 1940, in Rushford, Minn., passed away peacefully at The Waters on Mayowood in Rochester, Minn., surrounded by family. Dale was born to Clifford and Dora Rustad and grew up on a farm in rural Rushford, Minn., where he attended, was baptized and confirmed at Highland Prairie Lutheran Church. … [Read more...]
Lyle Arthur Nelson
Lyle Arthur Nelson was born at home to his parents Melvin and Jennie Nelson on November 14, 1932, in Traverse County, Wheaton, Minn. He attended elementary school in Rosholt, S. Dak., and high school at West Central School of Agriculture, Morris, Minn. Lyle received his B.S. and M.S. in teaching and administration at Northern State University, Aberdeen, S. Dak., going on to … [Read more...]
Janel Marie Torgerson
Janel Marie Torgerson, mom, grandma and great-grandma, age 84, of Kasson, Minn., passed early Tuesday morning of January 20, 2026, in her home. Janel was born on May 3, 1941, in Peterson, Minn., to Alice (Moran) and Harry Adolph Solberg. She grew up in the Peterson, Rushford, and Bratsburg areas. After graduating high school in 1959, she moved to Rochester and worked at St. … [Read more...]
Nicky Rud
Nicky Rud, age 85, of Caledonia, Minn., passed away peacefully at her son Tony’s home on January 19, 2026. Born on June 26, 1940, in Caledonia, she spent her 85 years mastering the art of family, fun, and never missing a good card game. Nicky enjoyed senior dining at Elsie’s. She enjoyed going to Music in the Park. She loved Thursday night music at Elsie’s, especially when … [Read more...]