William “Bill” Russell Miller passed away after a 6-week battle with cancer on December 29, 2025, at the age of 71, at Gundersen Health System, surrounded by his family and friends. Bill was born on September 27, 1954, to Warren “Bud” and Nina Miller. He spent his entire life in Rushford, growing up alongside his two younger brothers, Bob and Dave. One of his fondest … [Read more...]

Lauraine M. Heiden, 89, of Rushford, died Friday, January 2, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. Lauraine was born April 13, 1936, in Rushford to John and Anna (Mueller) Magnuson. On February 4, 1956, she married Kenneth Heiden. Lauraine was a true homemaker, taking great pride in raising their seven children. She kept a beautiful garden, with the help of her … [Read more...]

Lois Elaine Houge, age 93, of Burnsville, Minn., passed away peacefully at her home on December 4, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Lois was born on February 24, 1932, in Rushford, Minn., to Eno and Laura (Scheil) Morken. She grew up in Rushford, where she formed lifelong friendships and graduated from Rushford High School. After high school, she attended St. Olaf … [Read more...]

Rocklyn “Rocky” Brand, 67, of Rushford, Minn., passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at his home. Rocky was born in Rushford, Minn., on January 21, 1958, to Vernon and Marilyn (Johnson) Brand. After graduating from Rushford High School, Rocky met and fell madly in love with Holly Sue Heiden. The two married in 1979, and from this union four sons were born. Rocky had a … [Read more...]

Katherine Ann Zacher, 74, of Rushford, Minn., passed away at her home November 30, 2025, surrounded by family following a courageous 20-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Kathy was born in Rushford on November 29, 1951, the first child of Harold (Bud) and Dorothy (Kryzer) O’Donnell.  She graduated from Rushford High School and attended Winona State.  She was a dedicated … [Read more...]

John Hoegh passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, in the home they shared for almost 50 years. He was born at Effie Cottrell’s home in Rushford to Donald and Olga Mae (Scotty) Hoegh on July 18, 1944, and happily lived in that community for most of his life. He was baptized, confirmed, and a member of Rushford Lutheran Church. He was a … [Read more...]

Clifford Diedrich Heiden, age 93, of Rushford, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford. Cliff was born on January 26, 1932, on the family farm in Hart to Leo and Dorathea (Meyer) Heiden. Farming was at the heart of his life from an early age. He attended Rushford High School until age 16, when he returned home to help farm. … [Read more...]

Barbara Jo Laumb, 74, of Rushford, died Saturday, November 8, 2025, after a six-month battle with cancer, surrounded by her family at home. Barb was born June 27, 1951, in La Crosse, Wis., to Charles and Wanda (Williams) Carrier.  She attended Houston High School and on March 16, 1968, she married Gerald “Jerry” Laumb at Rushford Lutheran Church.  Barb worked various places … [Read more...]

Lisa was born on November 5, 1961, in Cedar Falls, Iowa, to Donald and Joanne Anderson. She grew up in Rushford, Minn., where she attended Rushford High School and was active in marching band and 4-H. Her interests included reading, sewing, playing piano, horseback riding, and spending time with friends who shared her spirited nature and love of adventure. After high school, … [Read more...]