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Bernice M. Onsgard

May 5, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 1 Comment

Bernice Onsgard obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Bernice M. Onsgard, 94, of Houston, Minn., died on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Valley View Healthcare and Rehab in Houston. She was born on October 19, 1930, in La Crosse, Wis., to John and Magdalen (Hafner) VonArx. She was raised in Hokah, Minn., and graduated from St. Peter’s Catholic School. Bernice married Lowell W. Onsgard on May 28, 1960, at St. Peter’s Catholic … [Read more...]

Donna Mae Busse

May 5, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Donna Busse obituary, Fillmore County JOurnal

Nov. 1, 1941 – April 28, 2025 Donna Mae Busse, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025. Born on November 1, 1941, to Ernest and Rose Fink, Donna was one of four siblings.  She is survived by her sister Karen Eich and was preceded in death by her sister Leilani Searles and brother Keith Fink.  Donna spent her life appreciating the simple joys – crocheting, … [Read more...]

Carl H. Haayer

May 5, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Carl Haayer obituary, Fillmore County Journal

A graveside service for Carl H. Haayer will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Chester Hill Cemetery, Chester, Iowa, with Pastor Paula Hemann officiating.  Following the service, friends and family will be gathering at the Chester Community Center in Chester, Iowa, for a time of food and fellowship.    Carl H. Haayer, age 88, of LeRoy, Minn., died Saturday May 3, … [Read more...]

Dorine Dorothy Gerstner

May 1, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Dorine Dorothy Gerstner, 100, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Maple Manor Care Center in Langdon, N. Dak.  Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at St. Lawrence O’Toole Catholic Church, Mich., with visitation one hour prior to the service.   Burial will be at The Michigan Cemetery. Arrangements made with Aaker Funeral Home, … [Read more...]

Vivian “Viv” Irene Olson

April 30, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 3 Comments

Vivian Olson obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Vivian “Viv” Irene Olson, age 89, of Lanesboro, Minn., passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025, at her daughter’s home in Rochester. Having had a personal relationship with her Savior Jesus, Vivian knew He would be waiting to welcome her to her eternal home in Heaven. Vivian was born on August 10, 1935, and raised on Peaks Island in Portland, Maine, to James and Ethel … [Read more...]

Janice Ann (Dehning) Tessmer

April 30, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Janice Tessmer obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Janice Ann (Dehning) Tessmer, 81, of Caledonia, Minn., passed away peacefully on Monday, April 28, 2025, at Gundersen Tweeten Care Center in Spring Grove, with her adoring husband of 55 years, Gene, by her side. She was born on February 7, 1944, at The Caledonia Hospital to George and Emma (Kumpf) Dehning. Janice was baptized and confirmed at St. Luke’s Church in Eitzen and … [Read more...]

Christopher Philip Hoiland

April 29, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 1 Comment

Christopher Hoiland obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Christopher Philip Hoiland passed away on April 22, 2025, at St. Marys hospital in Rochester of giant cell myocarditis.  We will remember Chris for his many talents. He was a helper and a fixer. Of engines, computers, appliances, and his wife’s hairbrained ideas. He loved Led Zeppelin and could answer nearly any question about history. He would answer the phone to help … [Read more...]

Jane Ehler

April 28, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Jane Ehler, 77, of Huntington Beach, Calif., passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025..  She was born on June 4, 1947.  She was the second child of 10 children in the Jerome and Marie Ehler family. She graduated from Canton High School in 1965, and started her working career at the White House Restaurant in Rochester.  She later moved to California and worked as a data entry … [Read more...]

Teri Marie Ibach

April 28, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 1 Comment

Teri Ibach obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Teri Marie Ibach, 51, passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at her home in Kasson, Minn. Born February 1, 1974, to Richard Hanson and Pamela Otterbein, she grew up in Whalan, Minn., and graduated from Lanesboro Public Schools in 1992. Teri raised four beautiful daughters: Sophie, Josie, and Ellie with former spouse Mark Ibach, and Nessie with former partner Jim Pierce. Her … [Read more...]

Rachel Dawn Hegge

April 24, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Rachel Hegge, Fillmore County Journal

Rachel Dawn Hegge, age 63, passed away April 21, 2025, at the Tweeten Care Center in Spring Grove, Minn.   Rachel was born on May 30, 1961, to Arthur and Eleanor Hegge and grew up in Black Hammer, Minn.  She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and the Black Hammer Swift Scooters 4-H Club.  Rachel enjoyed the many 4-H activities, but moreso loved making friends. She … [Read more...]

Daniel H. Schmidt

April 24, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Daniel H. Schmidt, age 94, of Austin, Minn., passed away peacefully at Good Samaritan Society – Albert Lea, Minn., on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. Services are pending with Worlein-Hoff Funeral Homes of Austin. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.worlein.com. … [Read more...]

Nevin W. Stender

April 24, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal Leave a Comment

Nevin Stender obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Nevin W. Stender, age 82, of Spring Valley, passed away peacefully at Spring Valley Care Center on April 22, 2025.  Nevin was born on July 8, 1942, in Wykoff to Walter and Pauline (Duppary) Stender.  He was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wykoff.  He graduated from Wykoff High School in 1960.  Upon graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army for … [Read more...]

Daniel Wallace Hutton

April 22, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 8 Comments

Daniel Hutton obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Daniel Wallace Hutton, age 82, of Harmony, Minn., passed away on April 21, 2025. Dan was born in Decorah, Iowa, on October 24, 1942, the son of Helen and Wallace Hutton.  He was the second youngest of six children.  From an early age and throughout life, his love was the family farm. While earning a B.A. in Business at Luther College, Dan met Arla Mae Attwooll, who he … [Read more...]

Jean Eloise Baker Tienter

April 22, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 1 Comment

Jean Baker Tienter obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Jean Eloise Baker Tienter, age 97, of Chatfield, passed away on January 23, 2025, at Family Roots Elder Care in Plainview, with her family by her side. Jean was born on August 15, 1927, the daughter of Ralph S. and Elva (Best) Baker in Pleasant Grove Township, Olmsted County. She attended Chatfield area schools and graduated from Chatfield High School. She attended teacher’s … [Read more...]

Daniel Leo Leisen

April 22, 2025 by Fillmore County Journal 1 Comment

Daniel Leisen obituary, Fillmore County Journal

Daniel Leo Leisen, 71, a decorated Army Green Beret, beloved father, grandfather, husband, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, in Rushford surrounded by family.  Born on July 14, 1953, in Wabasha, Minn., to Mary (Hartert) and Leo Leisen, Dan lived a life of courage, service, and devotion. As a proud Sergeant (E-5), Dan served in the Vietnam War … [Read more...]

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