Timothy “Tim” Sollien, age 62, of Mabel, Minn., died Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at his home in Mabel. Timothy John Sollien was born on April 19, 1961, in Caledonia, Minn., to Andy and Inez (Osmundson) Sollien. He attended the Mabel-Canton Schools, graduating in 1979. After high school, Tim enrolled at WTC in La Crosse, Wis., in the Diesel Technician program. He later … [Read more...]
Summer projects approved in Mabel
The Mabel City Council approved zoning permits from Dean and Lorri Peterson, Sue and Gary Morken, Sherry Johnson, Joe Larson, Jason and Brooke Harmening, Juanita and Jerry Jacobsen, Wade Johnson, Vivian Vine, Joel Amdahl, and Sherry Johnson at the June 14 regularly scheduled meeting. Summer is the time to make repairs and build additions to your homes and businesses. Mabel … [Read more...]
Richard Holty
Richard Alden William Holty, 87, of Mabel, Minn., passed peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, May 22, 2023. Incredible father to Jim (Elaine), Pam (Brian), Joyce (Tony), and Ron (Kimberly), grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Richard was born on April 9, 1936, at home on the Dotseth farm, located between Spring Grove and … [Read more...]
Kim Michelle (Richardson) Wangen
Kim Michelle (Richardson) Wangen, of Harmony, went to her heavenly home on May 18, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 65. Kim was born on October 15, 1957, in Harmony, Minn., to Gaylon and Lucy Richardson. She graduated from Mabel-Canton High School in 1975 and married her sweetheart, David Wangen, on July 26, 1975. Kim started her work career as … [Read more...]
Improvements at Steam Engine Park
Mayor Adam Wilder called the May 10 regular meeting of the Mabel City Council meeting to order at 6 p.m. Council members in attendance: Mayor Wilder, Tina Bakke, Cory Wilson, Kiersten Wyffels, and Valerie Arnold (call-in). Fireman Orel Tollefson appeared before the council to present a list of proposed rules and regulations from the Mabel Fire Department. Tollefson … [Read more...]
Delmar Good
Delmar Good, of Mabel, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at the Harmony Care Center in Harmony, Minn., at the age of 94. A graveside service will be 1 p.m., Friday, May 19, 2023, at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston. Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel is assisting with arrangements. … [Read more...]
Calvin Ordell “Dusty” Anderson
Calvin Ordell “Dusty” Anderson was born July 2, 1953, in Decorah, Iowa, to Ordell and Edna (Iverson) Anderson. He graduated from Mabel-Canton High School in 1971. Calvin began farming with his dad and continued after his death on the family farm. He later worked at Fastenal in Winona. On April 1, 1995 he married Ann Buecksler at the Newburg United Methodist Church. She … [Read more...]
Gertrud Kroshus Solem
Gertrud Kroshus Solem, 98, of Mabel, died Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Green Lea Senior Living in Mabel. Gertrud Laurayne Kroshus Solem was born May 19, 1924, in Waterville, Iowa, to John and Selma (Bergland) Hancock. She was baptized and confirmed at Waterville Lutheran Church. Gertrud graduated from Waterville High School. After graduation, she moved to Decorah where … [Read more...]
Mabel employee recognized for 25 years of service
On Wednesday, April 12, at the Mabel City Council regularly scheduled council meeting, the board recognized the service, reliability, and dedication of Public Works Director Bob Mierau to the city. On March 16, Mierau celebrated his 25th anniversary with the city. Prior to the council meeting a public hearing was held. The purpose of the hearing was to gather information and … [Read more...]
Leoba “Tobey” Dotzler
Leoba "Tobey" Dotzler died on March 13, 2023, at the age of 93. She was born on April 20, 1929, in Cresco, Iowa, the daughter of Albert and Walburga (Tennessen) Schatz. She attended St. Joseph Grade School, and graduated valedictorian of her class from Assumption High School in Cresco. On June 27, 1950, she was united in marriage to Gerald Dotzler. They farmed in the Cresco … [Read more...]