Judy Kay Vickerman, 71, of Mabel, Minn., loving wife, mother, and grandmother left this Earth way too early on Friday, February 26, 2021, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, surrounded by family. She was undoubtedly welcomed into heaven by the open arms of the Lord, Jesus Christ and the many loved ones that were patiently waiting to reunite with her. Judy was born January … [Read more...]
Thomas “Tom” William Jarland
Tom Jarland passed away at his home on Sunday, February 28, 2021, with family at his side. Tom was born on February 19, 1938, in Cresco, Iowa, to Joe and Eunice (Goldsworthy) Jarland. He was an only child. Sometimes we joked that Grandma and Grandpa could never have handled more than one like him. Tom graduated from Harmony High School in 1955. After graduating he … [Read more...]
Douglas Jay Minnich
Douglas Jay Minnich, age 86, of Grand Meadow, Minn., died Friday February 26, 2021 at his home in Grand Meadow where he had lived since he was a child. He was born January 25, 1935 to Guy and Edna (Ridgeway) Minnich in Iowa. At a young age he moved with his family to Grand Meadow where he attended school. Doug went on to Albert Lea Vo-Tech and studied refrigeration, later … [Read more...]
Jeffrey Webster
Jeffrey Webster, of Green Valley, Ariz., died on February 25, 2021 at the age of 79. Jeff was born in 1941 in Idaho to his parents Leon and Marjorie Webster. After graduating from high school in Rochester, Minn., Jeff explored life for a bit as a fishing guide and for the forest service in Idaho and Montana. He returned to Minnesota and attended St. Paul School of Art. … [Read more...]
Ralph W. Lind
Ralph W. Lind, 89, of Houston, Minn., died on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at Mayo Clinic - St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minn. Ralph was born on August 18, 1931, in La Crosse, Wis., to Alvie and Judith (Louve) Lind. He was raised in the Houston area. On July 17, 1954, Ralph was united in marriage with Maxine Gabrielson in Houston. Ralph was a “49er” twice. He was a member … [Read more...]
Philip Merlin Scheevel
Philip Merlin Scheevel, 77, of Spicer, Minn., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, after a short battle with lung cancer. Phil was a loving family man who was active in his community and church. He was a passionate and gifted wood carver who served as president and long-time member of the West Central MN Wood Carvers Club, as well as the Willmar Area Arts … [Read more...]
Betty Shaw
Betty Ann Shaw, of Chatfield, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021, at Saint Marys Hospital, Rochester, Minn. Betty Ann Johnson was born August 2, 1936, to Carl and Opal (Molde) Johnson at Salem Corner Township, rural Byron. She attended Byron school and graduated from Byron High School. After high school she worked at the Methodist Hospital in the dietary department. … [Read more...]
Gerald “Jerry” H. LaPlante
Gerald “Jerry” H. LaPlante of Chatfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at his home in Chatfield. Gerald Henry LaPlante was born March 5, 1931, in Rochester, to Walter and Hazel (Allen) LaPlante. He grew up in rural Chatfield on the family farm and went to country school through eighth grade. As a high school freshman, he attended Lourdes High … [Read more...]
Loretta Ascheman
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Loretta on February 25, 2021. Loretta was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandma, sister, and friend to all. Loretta’s story started on January 23, 1947, the oldest child of Raymond and Dolores Sickler. She married her high school sweetheart Rick, who spent 54 years adoring his beloved wife. They were an inseparable team. … [Read more...]
Leona S. Woellert
Leona S. Woellert, 92, of Preston, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at Traditions of Preston. She had resided there since 2014. Leona was born August 4, 1928, near Black Hammer in rural Fillmore County to Arthur and Lillie Staupe. Her family moved to the Preston area in the 1940s. After graduating from Preston High School in 1946, Leona worked at several … [Read more...]