Naomi A. Gossman, 90, of Cresco, Iowa, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 26, 2023, at Evans Memorial Home in Cresco. Naomi Ann Flatland was born on October 19, 1933, in Highlandville, Iowa, to Henry and Norma (Engen) Flatland. At age 10, her family move to rural Cresco. She later dated a neighbor, Herbert Gossman. They shared the same birthdate of October … [Read more...]
Roger Dale Wiste
On Tuesday, December 19, 2023, Roger Dale Wiste bid farewell to the place he deemed as close to Heaven as possible, peacefully passing away at the age of 67 at Central Peninsula Hospital in Soldotna, Alaska. He left behind a legacy of adventure, camaraderie and unbridled passion. Born on September 25, 1956, in Austin, Minn., Roger was the eldest child born to Dale and Joan … [Read more...]
Lory Anne (Leibold) Shaw
Lory Anne (Leibold) Shaw, age 63, of Blooming Prairie, died at her home on Monday, December 25, 2023. Lory was born on November 10, 1960, in Spring Valley, Minn., to Edwin and Alean Leibold. She was united in marriage to John Shaw on October 29, 1977, in Spring Valley. John and Lory lived in Spring Valley until 1990, when they moved to Blooming Prairie. Lory worked for 12 years … [Read more...]
Jessica Nicole Aspenwall
Jessica Nicole Aspenwall, 27, of Wykoff, Minn., passed away unexpectedly on December 21, 2023, in a motor vehicle crash, along with her beloved dogs Abby and Rebel. Jessica was born October 23, 1996. She attended Rosemount High School and went on to earn her bachelor’s degree in animal science from University of Wisconsin - River Falls. Jessica developed her business JA … [Read more...]
Harriet Naomi Agrimson
Harriet Naomi Agrimson, age 92, died Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, Minn. Harriet was born in Mount Pleasant Township of Wabasha County, Minn., to Harry and Hilda (Wohlwend) Brostrom. She married Harold Agrimson in Lake City, Minn., on March 29, 1952. They farmed south of Utica and later lived in Peterson for many years. They moved … [Read more...]
Robert “Bob” Ullom
Robert “Bob” P. Ullom was born November 13, 1951, in Spring Valley, Minn., to Percy and Winnifred (Cray) Ullom. Bob passed away peacefully at home with his best friend holding his hand on December 17, 2023. Bob attended school in Chester, Iowa, and graduated from Crestwood High School in 1969. That is where Bob met the love of his life Becky Rathert. After high school Bob … [Read more...]
Lori J. McCabe
Lori J. McCabe, 62, of Chatfield, passed away at Mayo Clinic Hospital, St. Marys Campus on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, surrounded by her family. Lori Jean Peirce was born June 19, 1961, in Lanesboro to Arlynn and Valerie (Christensen) Peirce. Lori started her education in Rushford, Minn., K-5 grade, Rushford-Peterson Elementary. She moved to Preston to continue and … [Read more...]
Beverly Ann Benson
Beverly Ann Benson, a beloved member of the Rushford community, passed away unex-pectedly on Thursday, December 21, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. Bev was born on June 12, 1932, in Rural Lanesboro, Minn., and graduated from Austin High School in 1950. Bev and Max were united in married on January 21, 1961. Bev found great joy in serving her … [Read more...]
Linda Newgaard
Linda Newgaard, 81, of Spring Grove, died at her home on Friday, December 15, 2023, surrounded by her family. Linda was born March 29, 1942, in Spring Grove to Maurice and Agnes (Droivold) Bjergum. After high school she became a licensed practical nurse after her training in Winona. On January 27, 1962, she married Clinton Newgaard at Trinity Lutheran Church in Spring … [Read more...]
Gerald “Jerry” Bakke
Gerald “Jerry” Maynard Bakke, 82, of Mabel and formerly of Canton, died Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel. Jerry was born June 29, 1941, in Amherst Township to George and Blanche (Nelson) Bakke. He grew up in the Mabel area where he was a mechanic at several places including the Standard Station, Webb Gas Station, and Mabel Motor Sales, was … [Read more...]