Thomas J. Brunson, 68, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Sunday, February 19, 2022, at Mayo Clinic- St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minn. Tom J. Brunson was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on November 24, 1953, to Thomas and Ruth (Murphy) Brunson. He attended school in Des Moines and later moved to a farm in Minnesota. He attended school at Caledonia, where he then enlisted in … [Read more...]
Arlene E. Thoreson
Arlene E. Thoreson, 93, of Harmony, Minn., died on Monday, March 14, 2022, at Gundersen Harmony Care Center. Arlene Eleanor Olson was born July 7, 1928, to Albert K. and Elnora (Larson) Olson. She was baptized and confirmed at Saetersdal Lutheran Church, where her grandfather was a founding member. Arlene attended country schools and then graduated from Harmony High School. … [Read more...]
Jean Elizabeth Mlinar
Jean Elizabeth Mlinar, 85, of Spring Valley, Minn., (formerly of Cresco, Iowa) passed away on March 12, 2022, at Ostrander Care and Rehab in Ostrander, Minn. Jean was born on September 17, 1936, the daughter of Clarence and Berdie Parker in New Hampton, Iowa. She lived in New Hampton until moving to Cresco, Iowa, in 1949. She graduated from Cresco High School in 1954. After … [Read more...]
Lawrence Riess
Lawrence Rienhold Riess, 88, of Chatfield, Minn., went to be with the Lord on Friday, March 11, 2022. He was born in Marshfield, Wis., on May 24, 1933, to Henry and Frieda (Schauer) Riess. Lawrence graduated from Rochester High School in 1952. Lawrence served in the Army from 1954-1956. He was married to Betty Moore on September 8, 1956. Lawrence ran multiple successful … [Read more...]
Rita Marie Ryan
Rita Marie Ryan, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 11, 2022. Rita was born to John and Loretta (Ebbers) Staples on September 20, 1941, in Slayton, Minn. She grew up in Avoca Minn., then moved to Rochester, Minn., soon after she graduated in 1959. Rita met the love of her life, Jim Ryan, while they both worked at … [Read more...]
Bruce A. Wingert
Bruce A. Wingert, 70, of Fountain, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 10, 2022, at his home, surrounded by his children. Bruce Anthony Wingert was born August 30, 1951, in Osage, Iowa, to F J and Beverly (Eberhardt) Wingert. He graduated from Preston-Fountain High School in 1970. On July 31, 1977, he married Tracy Garden in Charles City, Iowa. Bruce was a lifelong … [Read more...]
Marilyn Huhn
Marilyn Irene (Beitlich) Huhn, 82, went to her heavenly home on March 8, 2022. Marilyn was born December 19, 1939, in La Crosse, Wis., to Leonard and Viola (Schlicht) Beitlich. Her childhood was spent on a farm near Stoddard, Wis. She attended Grandview School, a one room schoolhouse, until her high school years. Marilyn also had a strong faith throughout her lifetime … [Read more...]
Lucille M. Tangen
Lucille M. Tangen, 88, of Chatfield, passed away Monday, March 7, 2022, at Chosen Valley Care Center with family by her side, which was her dying wish. Lucille Marlene Rathbone was born March 7, 1934, in rural Chatfield to Archie and Ella (Bothun) Rathbone. Lucille graduated from Chatfield High School in 1951. She attended Austin Junior College and obtained a teaching … [Read more...]
Helen M. Swenson
Helen M. Swenson of LeRoy, Minn., died on Monday, March 7, 2022 at her son’s farm, at the age of 88. Helen Marie Wierson was born May 6, 1933, to Marion and Cordelia Wierson. She loved garage sales and puzzles, but most of all, she loved her family. Helen is survived by her children Eleanor (Pete) Horsman of Spring Valley, Minn., Dory Swenson of LeRoy, Dennis (Cheryl) … [Read more...]
Edward T. Golish
Edward T. Golish, 65, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, at his home. Edward Golish was born on January 28, 1957, in Winona, Minn. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and the outdoors. He had a deep love for his pets. Edward was a handy man who was able to “MacGyver” anything together using hot glue and duct tape. Edward is survived by his girlfriend … [Read more...]