Jean (Holien) Malanaphy died with grace and in peace on July 16, 2025, having said good-byes to her family and friends. She was just shy of 93 years, with her birthday coming up on July 30 (1932). She is now dancing with her husband Jim Malanaphy, Jr., who has been preparing for her arrival since 2017, along with her beloved son David who passed over in 2002. Her parents … [Read more...]
Joann Moe
Joann Marion Moe, age 91, of Caledonia, Minn., passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, in her home with family by her side. Joann was born in Trempealeau, Wis., on May 5, 1934, to Joseph and Olivia (Schmitt) Schwertel. She grew up and attended school in Trempealeau. After school she began working at St. Francis Hospital in La Crosse, Wis., as a nurse’s aide. She mainly … [Read more...]
Shirley Jean Hinsch
Shirley Jean Hinsch, 98, of Hayfield, Minn., passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Field Crest Care Center in Hayfield, Minn. Shirley was born on June 5, 1927, in Spring Valley, Minn., to Clarence and Pearl (Madden) Finck. She graduated in 1946, from Boxholm High School in Burnside, Iowa. She married Charles Lloyd Hinsch on April 20, 1952, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church … [Read more...]
Lois Jean Shaw
Lois Jean Shaw, 86, Preston, Minn., passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at the St. Charles Senior Living, in St. Charles, Minn. Lois was born and raised in Spring Grove, Minn., to Norman and Mabel (Wegner) Stigen on August 20, 1938. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, July 18, 2025, at Christ Lutheran Church, 509 Kansas St., NW, Preston. Visitation is one … [Read more...]
James Berning
In Loving Memory of James Berning A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 1-3 p.m. at the community room of his son Richard’s residence, 2121 Sims Place, La Crosse, Wis. James was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend who made his home in Buffalo, Wyo., for the past 40 years. He was married to the love of his life, Joan Berning, … [Read more...]
Gerald “Jerry” (JS) Schaefer
Gerald “Jerry” (JS) Schaefer, passed away on July 13, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on July 2, 1945, in Lanesboro, Minn., he was the son of Jacob and Doris Schaefer. Growing up on the family farm just north of Lanesboro, Jerry had a childhood filled with adventure and a deep connection to the outdoors. After graduating from Lanesboro High School in 1964, Gerald married the … [Read more...]
Stanley LaVern Chiglo
Stanley LaVern Chiglo passed away on July 10, 2025, at Pine Haven Nursing Home in Pine Island, Minn. Stanley was born on February 25, 1935, to Peter Sr. and Myrtle (Sveen) Chiglo at their home in Whalan, Minn. On July 17, 1954, he married Margaret V. Rossin, and they were blessed with nearly 71 years of marriage. Stanley enjoyed restoring old tractors, cars, and fixing … [Read more...]
Claudine Pederson
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...]