Ross A. Boyum, 80, of Peterson, Minn., died on Thursday, August 17, 2023, at his home with his family at his side. Ross Ardell Boyum was born on July 28, 1943, in Rushford, Minn., to Arthur and Helen (Johnson) Boyum. He was raised on the family farm, where he lived all his life. Ross worked on the family farm raising hogs from farrow to finish as well as growing corn and … [Read more...]
Jacqueline “Jackie” Erlandson
Jacqueline “Jackie” Erlandson, age 75, of Mabel, Minn., died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at the Green Lea Manor Nursing Home in Mabel. Jackie was born October 13, 1947, to Lyle, Sr., and Adeline (Severide) Amdah. She attended the Newburg School and the Mabel High School. In 1968, she married Steven Erlandson. They lived in Newburg, rural Mabel and later in Canton, where they … [Read more...]
Louise Helen “Tootie” Pruka
Louise Helen “Tootie” Pruka, 89, of Rushford, Minn., died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at her home, surrounded by her family. Louise was born August 16, 1934, in Rushford, the daughter of Hilda Eggert. She grew up in the Hart area, and was a graduate of Rushford High School. She was united in marriage to Walter Pruka on June 27, 1953, at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Hart, … [Read more...]
Katherine Mary Rogers
Katherine Mary Rogers, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on August 10, 2023, at Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester. She was surrounded by her loving family as she peacefully passed into the arms of her Savior. Kathie was born on April 27, 1942, in her hometown of Foley, Minn. She was the daughter of James and Anna Hromatka. After graduating from … [Read more...]
Robbie Julson
Dear Friends, This letter means that I, Robbie Julson, have left this earth, taken life’s checkered flag – and gone to meet my maker. I was born in Albert Lea (the old hospital – not the new one) to Bob and Maxine Gregerson. I grew up in the midst of a riot of siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins. I knew I was loved. I am the oldest of seven, which honed my “leadership” … [Read more...]
Rose Ann Laumb
Rose Ann Laumb, 77, of Rushford, Minn., died on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, Wis., with her children at her side. Rose Ann Randall was born on September 14, 1945, in Money Creek Township of Houston County, Minn., to Allen and Rose Mary (O’Donnell) Randall. Rose Ann was raised on Vinegar Hill, east of Rushford, where she attended country … [Read more...]
Donald Vincent Enright
Donald Vincent “Vince” Enright, of Fort Worth, Tex., passed away peacefully at his home on July 22, 2023. He lived a remarkable life filled with family, friends, work, church activities and traveling the world. Vince was born on April 27, 1930 in Lanesboro, Minn., to Nellie Towey and John Joseph “JJ” Enright. He went from working on his family farm to joining the United … [Read more...]
Jeanette Schmidt
Jeanette Schmidt, age 81, of Preston, Minn., passed away at Cascade Creek Memory Care in Rochester, on Tuesday, August 9, 2023. Jeanette was born June 7, 1942, daughter of Edward and Beulah (Petersen) Larsen. After graduating from Preston High School, she attended Augustana College in Sioux Falls, S. Dak., and graduated with a degree in teaching. In 1965, she married … [Read more...]
Marjo Gail (Hovland) Johnson
Marjo Gail (Hovland) Johnson passed away at her home on Sunday, August 6, 2023. Marjo was born June 16, 1941, to George and Adelaide (Marker) Hovland in Winona. Her father died in WWII. She and her three brothers were raised by her loving mother and stepfather Art Halvorson. In 1958, she married Maynard Johnson. They had four children: Tim, Todd, M.T. and Marjo “Jill.” Todd … [Read more...]
Melvin Emery
Melvin Emery, age 91, of Chatfield, Minn., died on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Wellington Place nursing home in Decorah. Graveside service with military honors will be held on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. at Burr Oak Cemetery, with Rev. Michael Wilker presiding. Melvin Emery was born on February 17, 1932, on the family farm in Winneshiek County near … [Read more...]