Claudine Pederson, beloved wife and mother, dedicated nurse, and cherished community member, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at the age of 82 at the Chosen Valley Care Center surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 29, 1942, in Winneshiek County, Iowa, she was the daughter of Claude and Maurise Snell. Claudine’s journey began in the small town of Canton, … [Read more...]
Charles Phillip “Charlie” McCabe
Charles Phillip “Charlie” McCabe, 96, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, where he had resided for 17 years. Charlie was the first born of 12 children to Richard and Gladys (Ryan) McCabe on September 28, 1928, in Cresco, Iowa. He spent his first 12 years on a farm near Plymouth Rock, Iowa. In 1940 the family moved to Henrytown, … [Read more...]
Judith Ann Knutson
Judith Ann Knutson, of Brownsdale, Minn., died peacefully on June 2, 2025, at her daughter Kim Knutson’s home in rural Spring Valley, Minn. Judy resided with her daughter Kim and husband Steve the last eight months of her life. Judy was born on October 30, 1937, in Steele County to August (Gus) and Grace (Kubista) Meyer. She was born a twin. Judy met the love of her life, … [Read more...]
Merlin “Dugar” Osmonson
Merlin “Dugar” Osmonson passed away peacefully at his home in Harmony, Minn., on Friday, July, 4, 2025, surrounded by family. Born February 21, 1934, in Austin, Minn., to Rufus and Velda (Boe) Osmonson, Dugar (Dugs, Duggie) attended Austin High School, after which he joined the United States Marine Corps, proudly serving as a corporal in the Korean War. After the war, … [Read more...]
Mary Munns
Mary Munns, age 99, of Preston, Minn., died on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Park Lane Estates in Preston. Memorial Mass was held for Mary on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at 11 a.m., at St. Columban Catholic Church in Preston, Minn., with Father Nicholas Gawarecki officiating. Visitation took place one hour prior to Mass on Saturday, July 5, starting at 10 a.m. Mary was interred at … [Read more...]
Pete (Ralph) Kofoot
Pete (Ralph) Kofoot was born in Rockwell, Iowa, in 1933 to Ernest and Martha Kofoot. He was the third of eight children. Pete was always a very hard worker. He was farmed out at age 13 to Kenny Warrington of St. Ansgar, Iowa. He enlisted in the army right out of high school and was stationed in Korea for two years. After returning from the service, he met the love of … [Read more...]
Michael A. Nelson
Michael A. Nelson, 85, of Wykoff, Minn., entered eternal rest on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Mike had been at the Spring Valley Care Center since February. Michael was born in rural Mabel on March 22, 1940, to Guy and Stella Nelson. He grew up on the family dairy farm near Lenora, graduated from Canton High School and then served in the … [Read more...]
Mark Melvin Stutzman
Mark Melvin Stutzman, 67, passed away December 16, 2024, at Mayo Clinic. He was born October 9, 1957, at Ft. Bragg, N.C. to Fletcher and Harriet (Hall) Stutzman. He married Dianne Kelly on December 23, 1994. He lived in Canton, Minn., and enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping and boating. He also enjoyed working on lawnmowers at his small engine repair shop. He retired from … [Read more...]
Annette Polzin (Urban)
Annette Polzin (Urban) died on June 28, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on November 11, 1932, in Rochester, Minn., to William and Anna Hardtke, Annette spent her early years on the family farm north of Eyota, surrounded by the beauty of rural life. Annette cherished her family, including her late husband Luther Polzin, whom she married on May 10, 1952, and who passed away in … [Read more...]
Wendell Albert Watts
Wendell Albert Watts, age 98, formerly of Preston, passed away on June 23, 2025. He was born on September 17, 1926, to his parents Albert and Bertha Watts. He grew up on their dairy farm known as “Watts’ Brothers” close to Preston in southeastern Minnesota. He attended District 67 country school for eight years followed by high school in Preston, Minn., graduating at 16 years … [Read more...]