Roger David Bremseth, age 88, of Buffalo, Minn., passed away March 27, 2023. He was born on December 19, 1934, in Lanesboro, Minn., to Alvin and Stella (Larson) Bremseth. Roger graduated from high school in 1952, and not long after, he enlisted to serve in the United States Army. He was inducted on October 6, 1954, and proudly served until he was honorably discharged in … [Read more...]
Truman Carlson
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris with visitation beginning at 12 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be held later at Valley Grove Cemetery in rural Nerstrand, Rice County, Minn. Truman Bertrum Carlson was born to Clarence and Anna Carlson on November 10, 1926, on the family farm in … [Read more...]
Beverly Ann Haakenstad Spande
My name is Beverly Ann Haakenstad Spande. I was born December 27, 1930, to Clara Olson and Herbert Sylvester Haakenstad. I was one of eight children. We grew up on a farm in Fillmore County. Growing up in the country was a great place. We could roam, walk in the woods, and had a lot of space to run and play. As I think back, I had a happy childhood. I attended a one … [Read more...]
Roger William Brand
Roger William Brand died on March 20, 2023, one week before his 90th birthday. Roger was born on the family farm in Hart Township, Winona County, Minn., to Edward and Mabel Brand on March 27,1933. Roger was the fourth child in a family of 10 children. He attended a one room school and later attended the local church school. He attended Rushford High School, graduating in … [Read more...]
Susan Ann Storlie
Susan Ann Storlie passed away on Sunday, March 19, 2023, at St. John’s Woodlands Community in Albert Lea, Minn. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 2 p.m. at the Bayview/Freeborn Funeral Home in Albert Lea, with a visitation held one hour prior to the service. Pastor Don Malinsky will be officiating. Susan was born to Archie and Phyllis (Terbeck) … [Read more...]
Richard “Dick” Alan Bahl
Richard “Dick” Alan Bahl, 87, of Preston, Minn., peacefully passed away at Mayo Clinic- Methodist Campus on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, after a long hard fought battle with cancer. Dick was born October 7, 1935, in Dubuque, Iowa, to Andrew and Maelo (Heinz) Bahl. On October 8, 1955, the day after his 20th birthday, Dick married his soul mate, Carolyn Kay Swadley in Galesburg, … [Read more...]
Nathaniel L. Ramirez
Nathaniel L. Ramirez, 68, of Mabel, Minn., passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, February 19, 2023. Nathan was born October 22, 1954, in Manila, Philippines, to Severo and Maria (Lacuesta) Ramirez. While living in the Philippines, he attended the University of Manila before immigrating to the United States in 1978. He joined some of his family and friends in … [Read more...]
Paul Alden
Paul “Stoney” Alden, 61, of St. Louis, Mo., formerly of Preston, Minn., died on Friday, March 17, 2023, at his home. Paul was born in Rochester, Minn., on July 19, 1961, to Dean and Lois (Koch) Alden. In his free time he loved to shoot pool. Paul enjoyed life and lived it the way he wanted to. His great laugh will be deeply missed. One of his favorite quotes was, “Ride it … [Read more...]
Marvin Dean Gorham
Marvin Dean Gorham, age 57, of Dodge Center, Minn., passed away March 12, 2023, in his home, surrounded by loved ones. At the end of December 2022, he was diagnosed with a rare, aggressive type of cancer (metastatic sarcomatoid carcinoma of the lung) that grows rapidly and spreads quickly. He fought a courageous battle. Marvin was born on February 26, 1966, to Francis and … [Read more...]
Donald “Buzz” Riehl
Donald “Buzz” Riehl, age 95, of Preston, died on Thursday, March 16, 2023, in his home, surrounded by his family. Services for Buzz will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Christ Lutheran Church in Preston, with Pastor Dr. Scott Olson officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the start of the service at the church. Burial will be at the Methodist … [Read more...]