December 25, 1955 – May 27, 2026 With deep love and sadness, we announce the passing of Charles Bennett, who died peacefully on May 27, 2026, at the age of 70. Born on Christmas Day in 1955, Charles was the beloved son of Gail and Enoch Bennett. He spent his life committed to his work, family, and good conversations at the car lot. His lifelong passion and career were … [Read more...]
James Ray Torgerson
James Ray Torgerson, 65, of Rushford, Minn., passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, Minn. James was born on December 18, 1960, to John and Lois (Sievers) Torgerson in Winona, Minn. At age 6, James was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, which added extra challenges to his school years. Ironically, he was afraid of dogs as a young … [Read more...]
Kyle Damon Vaaler
Kyle Damon Vaaler, age 72, of Spring Grove, Minn., passed away Friday, May 29, 2026, at Gundersen Tweeten Healthcare in Spring Grove. He was born March 17, 1953, to his parents Owen C. and Muriel A. (Mulnix) Vaaler, as the first of their three children. He graduated from Spring Grove High School with the class of 1973. While there he played basketball in high school. He … [Read more...]
Katie Ruen
Katie Ruen died peacefully on Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by family. She is greatly missed by her husband Ed, her sister Peggy, her children, her grandchildren and the many friends and extended family whose joy and love she received and returned over the years. A memorial service and committal of ashes will be held Saturday, June 13 at 11 a.m. at the family farm, … [Read more...]
Dale V. Johnson
Dale V. Johnson, age 80, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Cedar Court of Adams with his loving family by his side. Dale was born April 12, 1946, in Preston, Minn., to the late Vernon and Arlone (Wahl) Johnson of Harmony, Minn. On October 30, 1966, he married Marcene (Mick) Johnson of Harmony, Minn. In their 57 years of marriage, they had three … [Read more...]
Raymond “Lee” Fishbaugher
Raymond “Lee” Fishbaugher, age 97, of Harmony, Minn., passed away on May 27, 2026, at Gundersen Nursing Home in Harmony, where he had resided for the past couple of years. Lee was born to Frank and Susan (Chick) Fishbaugher on July 29, 1928, at the family farm near Preston, Minn. He graduated from Harmony High School in 1946. Lee married Myra “Colleen” Elton, his high school … [Read more...]
Kyle Lee Eide
Kyle Lee Eide, 61, passed away Friday, May 22, 2026, at University of Minnesota Fairview Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minn. Kyle was born October 11, 1964, in Winona, Minn. He spent his younger years growing up in Rushford, Minn. Most of his teen years were spent living in Harmony, Minn., and he graduated high school in Minneapolis. He worked doing automotive body repair … [Read more...]
Glennys Rae Worden
Glennys Rae Worden, 74, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 27, 2026. Glennys was born on December 8, 1951, in Memphis, Tenn., to Delos and Mary Overton. The third of 11 children, she spent her early years in Helena, Ark., before moving with her family to southeast Minnesota in 1960. In the fall of 1965, her family settled in Chatfield, Minn., where she met the love … [Read more...]
Allan Eugene Mandelko
Allan Eugene Mandelko, 90, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, surrounded by his family. Allan was born September 22, 1935, to parents Carl and Vilda (Krueger) Mandelko in Cresco, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Granger, Minn. He married Virginia Marie Freiheit August 19, 1960, at Dr. Martin Luther Church of Spring Valley. Allan and … [Read more...]
Pete Erickson
Peter Dean “Pete Bud” Erickson passed away unexpectedly at his home in Peterson, Minn., on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Pete was born to Herbie and Beverly Erickson, in Harmony, Minn., on May 5, 1960. He grew up in Caledonia, Minn., and graduated from Caledonia High School in 1978. He was a proud Eagle Scout. He built his own hut in his backyard and decked out every car he had. He … [Read more...]