Dr. John R. Peterson, “Doc Pete,” 90, of Rushford, Minn., made his final rounds on Monday, January 17, 2022, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, five years after suffering a debilitating stroke. Doc touched the lives of many during his 62 years in Rushford as a physician, farmer, sports enthusiast, school board member, golf partner, and supporter of the community he … [Read more...]
Joan (JoAn) Dorothy Vitse
Joan (JoAn) Dorothy Vitse, 83, of Rushford, Minn., passed away peacefully at her home with family at her side Monday, February 21, 2022. Joan was born May 27, 1938 near St. Charles, the eldest of seven children, to Elmer and Esther Erdmann. She attended country school and graduated from Rushford High School. On January 4, 1958, she was united in marriage with Roger Vitse at … [Read more...]
Shauma Renee Meyer
There are templates to help with writing a common obituary. Their format cannot be followed here because this obituary must describe an uncommon person. Shauma Renee Benson was born on September 11, 1983, in La Crosse, Wis., to her mother Michele Benson, but everything that happened after that was uniquely Shauma. As she entered school, even her kindergarten teacher, Barb … [Read more...]
Rushford approves agreeement for Highway 30 project; serves notice on Well House permit
It’s been a long time in the works, but plans for the reconstruction of Highway 30 in Rushford are being finalized and the proposed start date for the project is just months away. Engineer Derek Olinger, of Bolton & Menk, presented a cooperative construction agreement from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) at the February 14 city council meeting. Included … [Read more...]
Florence June Johnson
Florence June Johnson, 88, of Preston, passed away February 7, 2022, at Cottagewood Senior Communities in Rochester. Florence was born June 1, 1933, in rural Houston, Minn., to Orvin and Martha (Eliason) Benson. Florence attended school in a one room schoolhouse through grade school, then tested out of eighth grade and started ninth grade in Houston, graduating high school … [Read more...]
Paul Skalet
Paul Skalet, 79, passed peacefully from this life on February 4, 2022, at home surrounded by his family. A visitation for family and friends will be held on Monday, February 7, 2022, from 12:30-2 p.m. at Rushford Lutheran Church, with the memorial service following. Paul’s service will also be live streamed on YouTube - Rushford Lutheran Church, and will also be available for … [Read more...]
Cora Elida Johnson
Cora Elida Johnson, 95, of Rushford, died Friday, January 28, 2022, at Good Shepherd in Rushford. Cora was born on July 30, 1926, on her family farm in rural Peterson to Christ and Ella (Koljord) Johnson. Cora moved to the cities where she worked at Daytons until she moved to the farm to care for her aging parents. She lived on the family farm until 2009. Cora was a … [Read more...]
Rushford hires new deputy clerk
Last March, the Rushford City Council approved the seeking of a deputy clerk/accounting to provide some relief to city staff. The previous deputy clerk retired in 2020 and administrative staff was shifted, but the city never filled the positions fully. Rather than fill a lower-level role, it was decided to implement a deputy clerk/accounting role with a higher level of … [Read more...]
Susan Hart
Susan Hart, 71, of Rushford, Minn., died at her home on Sunday, January 16, 2022. Susan described herself as, “a child of God” and said she was, “abundantly blessed.” Susan was a devoted wife, mother, grandma, sister and friend. She enjoyed painting, gardening, and her many friends at the library. Susan was born in Lake City, Minn., to Howard and Lorraine (Wiley) Fick. … [Read more...]
Donald Laumb
Donald Henry Laumb, 78, of Rushford, Minn., traveled to eternal life January 13, 2022. Donald was born February 17, 1943, in Rushford, Minn., to George and Bernice (Thorud) Laumb. He spent his life in the Rushford area and was a graduate of Rushford H.S in 1960. Donald married Rose Ann Randall in the summer of 1968. They had two children, John and Jackie. Donald continued … [Read more...]