Richard Wesley Boice went to see Jesus on December 20, 2024, at the age of 85. Richard “Dick” was born to Harold and Clarice (Evenrud) Boice on October 3, 1939. He was baptized and confirmed at Greenfield Lutheran Church in Harmony, Minn., the church he attended his entire life.  On October 25, 1958, Dick married the love of his life, Kay Rindels. Together they farmed and … [Read more...]

Christopher Michael Cremer, of Harmony, Minn., passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 66.  Chris was born on June 11, 1958, in La Crosse, Wis., to Donald and Audrey (Copeman) Cremer.  He moved to Harmony in 1968 and graduated from Harmony High School in 1976.   He joined Harmony Enterprises, Inc. (HECO GPI) in October 1978 as a third-generation employee, working … [Read more...]

Brit Harry Schriever, 70, surrounded by his family, was released to his Lord and Savior Thursday, November 14, 2024, at 5:30 a.m. Brit was born on June 27, 1954, to Floyd and Carol (Mouw) Schriever at the Zumbrota Hospital in Zumbrota, Minn. He attended school and graduated from Harmony High School with the Class of 1971.  He continued his education at Albert Lea Technical … [Read more...]

Elizabeth (Betty) Shimek, 88, of Plainview, Minn., (formerly of Rochester and Harmony, Minn.), died on September 20, 2024, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. Betty spent her final summer doing what she loved most, spending time with family and visiting the casino. Betty (Klimesh) Shimek was born January 19, 1936, the eighth child of Joseph and Albina Klimesh in … [Read more...]

The Lord called Galen "Sonny" Clarence Casterton home on October 5, 2024. Sonny was born on August 8, 1942, in Woodstock, Ill., to Anita Casterton. He was raised in Harmony, Minn., and graduated from Harmony High School in 1960. He married Bonnie Kraling on August 17, 1963, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (Big Springs) and together they raised three sons and celebrated their … [Read more...]

Richard D Bjertness, 67, passed away September 19, 2024, as he wished, at home with his family.  Richard was born July 27, 1957, to Ronald and Luella (Fokken) Bjertness at Harmony Hospital, Harmony, Minn.  He started dairy farming and working for neighbors doing field work while in high school.  He graduated from Harmony High School in 1975.  After high school he enlisted in … [Read more...]

Diane Marie (Lange) Culbertson, of Rochester, passed away on October 5, 2024, after an eight-week battle with pancreatic cancer.  She donated her body to the Mayo Clinic. Diane was born on November 16, 1946, to Annabelle (Lange) Kvam in Harmony, Minn.  She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran church in Harmony. She attended country school until seventh grade … [Read more...]

Roger “Mac” Paul McCabe, 81, of rural Harmony, Minn.,, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, surrounded by loved ones. Roger was born on September 25, 1942, at his family home in Amherst Township, Fillmore County. Roger was the son of Richard and Gladys (Ryan) McCabe. He grew up on the family farm, attending a local country … [Read more...]

Stephen William Sagen, age 70, of Harmony, Minn., passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at his home after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Steve was born in La Crosse, Wis., on February 8, 1954, to Oscar E. and Joanne (Devine) Sagen. He grew up in La Crosse and graduated from Logan High School in 1972. Steve moved to Harmony, Minn., in 1976, and worked for … [Read more...]

C. Wayne Lenz, age 92, of Harmony, Minn., passed away on September 9, 2024, following a short illness. Wayne was born on October 21, 1931, to Clarence and Marguerite (Galloway) Lenz in Clear Lake, Iowa.  Wayne graduated from Lyle Minn., High School in 1949.  He enlisted in the United States Air Force in July 1950.  Following his discharge from the Air Force, he moved to … [Read more...]

DelRoy Wayne Elston, “Del,” family man, friend, teacher and coach died on Sunday, August 11, 2024, surrounded by his family.  Del was born on August 15, 1940, in Brookings, S.  Dak., to Wayne and Irene Elston.  He attended and graduated from Brookings High School in 1958.  While at Brookings, Del earned three letters in football and was named to the all-state team, as well as … [Read more...]

Kenneth L. Gatliff passed into the loving arms of his savior on August 13, 2024.  Ken was born September 18, 1940, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Corliss and Statia (Myers) Gatliff. The oldest of seven children, he was a natural leader and was elected class president in high school. Ken graduated from Miami University, Miami, Ohio, and began his nearly 30-year career with Control … [Read more...]