John W. Sime, 88, of Chatfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minnesota. John was born on July 28, 1938, in rural Northwood, Iowa to Elmer and Trulie (Seuser) Sime. He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Emmons High School, where he served as captain of the football and baseball teams. His love of … [Read more...]
Ingeborg “Inge” Emma Jackson
Ingeborg “Inge” Emma Jackson, 95, of Chatfield, Minnesota, died peacefully at her home on September 23, 2026. Inge was born on November 1, 1930, in Picher, Mecklenburg, Germany, to Elsa Seemann and Hans Schmidt, and was raised by her grandparents. In 1949, with her homeland under Soviet occupation, Inge had to choose between being sent to Siberia or crossing the border into … [Read more...]
Gary “Doc” Donovan Daniels
Dr. Gary “Doc” Donovan Daniels, 80, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Gary was born on June 28, 1946, in Rochester, Minnesota, to Donovan (Don) and Gloria (Schroeder) Daniels. His family farmed in the Rochester area before moving to their Eyota farm, where he still went daily to feed his remaining “livestock” (cats). Gary was a 1964 graduate of … [Read more...]
James Jay Van de Mark
James Jay Van de Mark, 68 of Chatfield, Minnesota, passed away at his home, August 23, 2026, surrounded by family and friends. James was born to Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Van de Mark of Austin, Minnesota, on February 7, 1958. The family moved to Wisconsin and eventually to Iowa, where they settled in Fostoria, Iowa. James attended school in Milford until the death of his mother in … [Read more...]
Joanne Katherine Worden
Joanne Katherine Worden, born January 14, 1939, passed away peacefully surrounded by family and loved ones on July 30, 2026, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was 87 years old. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents Fredrich Welch and Winnie (Welch) Schroeder, stepfather Frederick Schroeder, and grandson Joshua. She is survived by her loving … [Read more...]
Ervin Lavern Davidson
Ervin Lavern Davidson, 89, of Chatfield, died on July 19, 2026, at his home. He was born in Orion township, Chatfield, Minnesota, to Samuel and Sarah (Gipes) Davidson on June 13, 1937. He was the youngest of 10 children and attended country school in Cumingsville District, then Chatfield Public School. On July 3, 1956, he married Mary Sparrow. He worked as a farm hand, … [Read more...]
Charles Edward Daugherty
Charles Edward Daugherty, age 95, lived his life in Fountain, Minnesota, before passing away at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minnesota. A celebration of life will be held at 12 p.m., on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at the Hindt-Hudek Funeral Home in Preston, Minnesota, with Pastor Paul Hauschild officiating. A visitation will be held at 11 a.m. for one hour prior to … [Read more...]
Carol J. Eppen
Carol J. Eppen, 97, of Chatfield, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Carol was born on June 26, 1928 in Goodhue, Minnesota. On May 14, 1954, she married Willie Eppen; together they raised a family that brought her endless pride and joy. Carol was a deeply devoted family woman who adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, … [Read more...]
Jean R. Henke
Jesus took Jean gently by the hand, carrying her home to be reunited with her husband Ken on June 9, 2026. Jean Ruth Goede was born on July 2, 1948, in Wabasha, Minnesota, to Bruno and Ruth (Lawson) Goede. She grew up in Plainview, Minnesota, and graduated from Plainview High School in 1966. Jean was married on November 25, 1972, to SSG Kenneth W. Henke. The couple lived … [Read more...]
Donald Wayne Meyer
Donald Wayne Meyer, 89, of Mantorville, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, June 5, 2026, at Fairview Care Center in Dodge Center, Minnesota. Donald was born on October 19, 1936, in Jordan Township, Minnesota, to Elmer and Caroline (Finley) Meyer. He graduated from Chatfield High School. He married Kay Frances Wahlberg on May 16, 1970. Donald worked at IBM in Rochester, … [Read more...]