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...]
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...]
Manford Lowell House
Manford Lowell House, 84, of Harmony, Minn., passed away peacefully at home, on May 19, 2026. He was born on May 23, 1941, in Fillmore County, Minn., to Leo and Ruby (Shaw) House. He attended Preston High School and then enlisted in the United States Armed Forces, serving from 1960-1963. He was a member of the 101st Airborne Division, completing 20 jumps, just like his older … [Read more...]
Ryan Daniel Afseth
Ryan Daniel Afseth, 41, of Oronoco, Minn., formerly of Harmony, passed away on May 3, 2026. Born on September 13, 1984, in Spring Valley, Minn., to Zachary and Mary Jane (Knowlton) Afseth, Ryan lived a life filled with passion for the outdoors, Minnesota sports teams, an unmatched knowledge of cars, and a deep love for his family. Ryan was a devoted father to his son Zachary … [Read more...]
Marjorie Ann (Moodie) Pfremmer
July 8, 1941 - March 17, 2026 Marjorie Ann (Moodie) Pfremmer passed away March 17 in Lakeland, Fla. She is survived by husband Kent R. Pfremmer. Graveside service will be held May 1, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Preston, Minn. … [Read more...]
Louise Joanna (Elton) Sikkink
Louise Joanna (Elton) Sikkink, of Harmony, Minn., passed away April 6, 2026, at WinnMed Hospital in Decorah, Iowa surrounded by her family. Louise was born June 2, 1935, to Marvin and Tressie (Alfson) Elton. She attended school in Hutton and graduated from Harmony High School in 1953. She began her career as the secretary to the superintendent at Harmony High School. During … [Read more...]
Walter Rice Ward Jr.
Walter Rice Ward Jr., 93 of Harmony, Minn., died Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at Harmony Place, where he resided for the last five years. Walter was born on July 13, 1932, in Burr Oak, Iowa, to Walter Sr. and Margaret (Rice) Ward. He graduated from Canton High School in 1951. After graduation he joined the Army and served in Germany during the Korean War as a radio operator. … [Read more...]
Terrance “Terry” Gene Wiltgen
Terrance “Terry” Gene Wiltgen, age 74, of Rochester, Minn., and formerly of Harmony, Minn., passed away surrounded by loved ones in the early morning hours of Thursday, February 26 at Cottagewood Senior Communities in Rochester due to complications from Alzheimer’s. He was a devoted husband, loving father of two, and a caring grandfather. Terry was born on October 20, 1951, … [Read more...]