Ronald Keith Kjos died on March 30, 2024, in Riverside, Calif., at the age of 91. A kindhearted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, he will be missed by everyone who knew him. Born on June 4, 1932, in La Crosse, Wis., Ron was the oldest child of Martin Adrian Kjos and Evelyn Marie Kjos. Fourteen years after his birth, Ron – or Ronnie as he was … [Read more...]
Michele Jean Thompson
Michele Jean Thompson (née Benson) 56, of Calmar, Iowa, formerly Rushford, Minn., passed away on March 24, 2024, at WinnMed hospital in Decorah, Iowa with her family by her side. Funeral Services were held on April 1, 2024 at the Calmar Lutheran Church. … [Read more...]
Herbert “Herb” Kristian Highum
Herbert “Herb” Kristian Highum, 95, of Rushford, died Sunday, March 24, 2024, at his home in Rushford. Herb was born October 2, 1928, in Rushford to George A. and Gertie (Vaagen) Highum. Herb and Ruby Tweten were married on October 4, 1952, and made their home on the Highum family farm in Arendahl Township. Herb and Ruby farmed for many years before retiring to their home in … [Read more...]
Norma Jean (Pruka) Jorde
Norma Jean (Pruka) Jorde, age 84, of Rushford, Minn., died Saturday, March 23, 2024, at Valley View Health Care in Houston, Minn. Norma was born November 10, 1939, in Winona, Minn., the daughter of Frank and Clara (Wenzel) Pruka. She was united in marriage to Harley Jorde in 1955 at St. John’s in Hart, Minn. She was a homemaker, and also worked for Rush Products for several … [Read more...]
Ardis Elaine (Paulson) Willcox
Ardis Elaine (Paulson) Willcox, age 94, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2024, in Rushford, Minn. She was born on November 4, 1929, in a farmhouse in Lanesboro, Minn. She graduated from Peterson High School in 1948 and attended Winona Business College for one year. After graduation in 1949, Ardis worked at the Mayo Clinic for 3 ½ years. In 1952 Ardis met and married Benton … [Read more...]
Jennie Lea Deming
Jennie Lea Deming, age 50, of St. Paul, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, surrounded by family at Our Lady of Peace Hospice. A Celebration of Life is planned for Friday, March 8, 2024, at the Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan, Minn., from 3-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Jennie’s family would appreciate a memorial to her children, Our Lady of … [Read more...]
Darlene “Tootie” Boynton
Darlene “Tootie” Boynton, age 84, of Rushford, Minn., died Sunday, February 18, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, Wis. Tootie was born June 22, 1939, in Elba, Minn., the daughter of Warren and Marion (Ehlenfeldt) Hill. She attended St. Charles High School. She was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Glen Boynton at the Lewiston Church of the … [Read more...]
Marilyn Sue (Jolly) Kleist
Marilyn Sue (Jolly) Kleist, age 76, of Rushford, Minn., died Sunday, February 11, 2024, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home.Marilyn was born April 2, 1947, in Oklahoma City, Okla., the daughter of Edward and Myrtle (Abbott) Jolly. Marilyn was united in marriage to Richard Kleist in Midwest City, Okla., and to this union three children were born. The couple later divorced. She … [Read more...]
Rushford Approves Business Subsidy
At the January 22 meeting, the Rushford City Council held a public meeting regarding a business subsidy to three entities related to one business. The revolving loan subsidy request from Brilliance Web Design, Inc., NL Acquisition CO LLC, and DWEL Properties LLC relates to the purchase of the Johnson & James Properties: Norsland Lefse LLC and Norsland Bakery & Café … [Read more...]
Delaine E. (Feine) Kjos
Delaine E. (Feine) Kjos, age 89, died peacefully at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Delaine was born on March 17, 1934, to Willard and Eleanor (Pappenfus) Feine in Hart, Minn. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hart and both baptized and confirmed there. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1952 and enjoyed participating in the high … [Read more...]
Delaine E. (Feine) Kjos
Delaine E. (Feine) Kjos, age 89, died peacefully at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital on Sunday, December 31, 2023. Delaine was born on March 17, 1934, to Willard and Eleanor (Pappenfus) Feine in Hart, Minn. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Hart and both baptized and confirmed there. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1952 and enjoyed participating in the high … [Read more...]
Rushford Sets Hearing for Funding Request
At the December 26 meeting, the Rushford Council heard details of an Economic Development Authority (EDA) request from Brilliance Web Design, DBA Brilliance Business Solutions for the purchase of the Johnson & James Properties, Norsland Lefse & Norsland Bakery & Cafe. According to the provided documentation, the EDA reviewed the request at their December 20 meeting. The … [Read more...]
Harriet Naomi Agrimson
Harriet Naomi Agrimson, age 92, died Thursday, December 21, 2023, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, Minn. Harriet was born in Mount Pleasant Township of Wabasha County, Minn., to Harry and Hilda (Wohlwend) Brostrom. She married Harold Agrimson in Lake City, Minn., on March 29, 1952. They farmed south of Utica and later lived in Peterson for many years. They moved … [Read more...]
Beverly Ann Benson
Beverly Ann Benson, a beloved member of the Rushford community, passed away unex-pectedly on Thursday, December 21, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and compassion. Bev was born on June 12, 1932, in Rural Lanesboro, Minn., and graduated from Austin High School in 1950. Bev and Max were united in married on January 21, 1961. Bev found great joy in serving her … [Read more...]
Phyllis Mae Hatleli
Phyllis Mae Hatleli, 90, of Rushford, Minn., passed away at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home on December 16, 2023, from comp-lications of dementia. Phyllis was born on March 16, 1933, in Winona, Minn., to Kenneth and Evelyn (Gaulke) Junghans and was the oldest of their three daughters. Phyllis graduated from Winona Senior High in 1951, where she participated in cheerleading and a … [Read more...]