Vernon Ronald “Bernie” Gehrking, 94, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away on March 25, 2025, surrounded by those closest and dearest to him. Vernon was born on April 29, 1930, in Spring Valley, Minn., the son of Verna (Miland) and Albert Gehrking. Vernon left school in the eighth grade from St. John’s Parochial School in 1944, and stayed on the farm until age 18. He enlisted in … [Read more...]
Evadine Eide
June 28, 1939 – March 26, 2025 Evadine Eide, 85, of Rushford, Minn., passed away on March 26, 2025, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minn., surrounded by her family. Evadine was born on June 28, 1939, to Roman and Angeline (Sonsalla) O’Bieglo. She married Michael Soppa, Sr, in 1957 and raised five children in the Rushford, Houston and Mabel area. They later … [Read more...]
Angela “Angie” Stone
Angela “Angie” Stone, 67, of Stewartville, formerly of Mabel, died Monday, March 24, 2025, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester. Angela was born March 21, 1958, in Caledonia, Minn., to Leroy and Janice (McCabe) Stone. She graduated from the Mabel-Canton High School with the class of 1977. Shortly after high school she moved to Rochester. She had worked at ABC and Kirby in … [Read more...]
William “Bill” Thomas Kearney
William “Bill” Thomas Kearney, 54, of Caledonia, Minn., passed away Friday, March 21, 2025, leaving a legacy defined by unwavering service, genuine community spirit, and deep devotion to family. Born in Viroqua, Wis., to Dennis and Bonnie Kearney, Bill was a dedicated son and the older brother to his sister Lisa Hatfield. After graduating from Viroqua High School, Bill proudly … [Read more...]
Marcy Marin
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marcy Marin, who passed away peacefully on March 20, 2025, at the age of 91. She was born in Winona County on January 7, 1934. to Hubert and Emma Volkman, she was first out of 16 children. Marcy married the love of her life, Stanley Marin on June 14, 1952. From this love came three outstanding sons and one strong daughter. … [Read more...]
Laurice Corene (Peterson) Kneeskern
Sept. 16, 1932 – March 22, 2025 Laurice Kneeskern, daughter of Cora (Severson) and Louis T. Peterson, was born September 16, 1932, in rural Fillmore County near Hutton. She attended Preston schools, was active in vocal and instrumental music, school newspaper and honor society, graduating in 1950. Upon graduation she worked as a secretary at Hormel in Austin, Minn. On … [Read more...]
Edward R. Ries
Edward R. Ries, age 78, of Spring Valley, Minn., died Tuesday March 18, 2025, at Spring Valley Living. Visitation will be from 1-4 p.m. Saturday April 5, 2025, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley. Edward (Eddie) Ralph Ries was born May 23, 1946, to Ralph and Mary (Schwickerath) Ries in New Hampton, Iowa. He grew up on the family farm near Elma, Iowa, where he … [Read more...]
Patricia “Pat” Jack
It is with great sorrow to share the news that our loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Patricia Jack, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 17, 2025. She was born on March 24, 1953, in Rochester, Minn., to Eugene and Mary Ann (Caflisch) Jack. Pat was a 1971 graduate of Chosen Valley High School, Chatfield, Minn. She had a long career at Mayo Clinic … [Read more...]
Alice Cummings
Alice Cummings, age 93, of Chatfield, Minn., formerly from Preston, Minn., died on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Chosen Valley Care Center, Chatfield, Minn. A memorial service will be held for Alice at 11 a.m., Friday, March 28, 2025, at Christ Lutheran Church, Preston, Minn., Pastor Kris Hertsgaard Kincaid will be officiating. The family will greet friends and family … [Read more...]
David Floyd Lecy
David Floyd Lecy was born on April 15, 1962, in Rochester, Minn., to Floyd and Geraldine (Gerry) Lecy. Following their divorce, Floyd remarried Linda Lecy, and Geraldine remarried Ed Buchanan. Dave was first married to Karen Long, with whom he had two children before their marriage ended in divorce. In 1987, he found his soulmate, Paula Johnson, and they built a wonderful … [Read more...]
Charles H. Houge
Charles H. Houge, age 92, passed away March 8, 2025. Charles and his wife Lois resided in La Crescent until moving to Canby in 1962. In 1988 they moved to the Twin Cities, and upon retirement in 2008, moved to Northfield, Minn. Charles is preceded in death by his parents Gehardt and Gladyne, brother John and infant sister Janaan. Charles is survived by his loving … [Read more...]
Lavonne Marie (Jones) Morse
Lavonne Marie (Jones) Morse passed away on March 14, 2025. Born on November 28, 1926, in Howard County, Iowa, to Margaret and Floyd Jones, Lavonne attended country school until fifth grade, then finished her schooling in Chester, Iowa. She attended Iowa State Teacher’s College and Luther College, then taught elementary school in Chester and Spring Valley, Minn. She married her … [Read more...]
Ted “Teddy” Edwin Olson
Ted “Teddy” Edwin Olson, age 93, passed away peacefully with family present on Wednesday March 12, 2025. He entered hospice care at Friendship Village in Bloomington, Minn., in January 2025. He was born April 14, 1931, in rural St. Charles, Minn., to Reuben and Bernadette (Harcey) Olson. He had one younger brother, David. The family farmed near Clyde. After … [Read more...]
Charles Enos Applen
June 30, 1929 – March 7, 2025 Charles Enos Applen passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on June 30, 1929, in Cresco, Iowa, Charles was the son of Enos and Bertina Josephine Applen. Also know as Pete, he grew up in Granger, Minn., a town he cherished for its close-knit community where everyone knew each other. Charles proudly served his … [Read more...]
Tabatha Lynn Blexrud
Tabatha Lynn Blexrud left this life and entered eternal rest on Monday, March 10, 2025, at the young age of 54. Tabatha was born on January 10, 1971, to the Kenneth Gustason and Jane Carrigan. She graduated from Preston-Fountain High School in 1989. In 1992 she graduated as a long-term care nursing assistant. On July 15, 2006, she married the love of her life, Kevin … [Read more...]