Rollie Hale Dubbs, 82, passed away June 3, 2025, at St. Marys Mayo, Rochester. Rollie was born on February 3, 1943, to Wally and Gladys (Gilbertson) Dubbs at the corner of Rush Creek and the Root River. He was born, raised, and spent his entire life on Ferry Street. Rollie was baptized and confirmed at Rushford Lutheran Church and graduated from Rushford High School in 1961. In … [Read more...]
Marlys Jean Johnson
Marlys Jean Johnson, a beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025. Known for her adventurous spirit and forward-looking nature, Marlys lived a life filled with love, exploration, and cherished memories. She shared countless driving trips and family adventures with her husband Jim. Together, they traversed the scenic routes and unplanned … [Read more...]
Gloria Rosemary Best
Gloria Rosemary Best, 82, of Rochester, Minn., passed away on May 25, 2025, at her New Brighton residence after a long battle with dementia. Gloria was born July 9, 1942, in La Crosse, Wis., to Orville and Gladys (Overland) Rasmussen. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1960. She married Norman Best in 1962; they later divorced in 1998. The couple adopted their … [Read more...]
Donna Mae Busse
Nov. 1, 1941 – April 28, 2025 Donna Mae Busse, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025. Born on November 1, 1941, to Ernest and Rose Fink, Donna was one of four siblings. She is survived by her sister Karen Eich and was preceded in death by her sister Leilani Searles and brother Keith Fink. Donna spent her life appreciating the simple joys – crocheting, … [Read more...]
Christopher Philip Hoiland
Christopher Philip Hoiland passed away on April 22, 2025, at St. Marys hospital in Rochester of giant cell myocarditis. We will remember Chris for his many talents. He was a helper and a fixer. Of engines, computers, appliances, and his wife’s hairbrained ideas. He loved Led Zeppelin and could answer nearly any question about history. He would answer the phone to help … [Read more...]
Daniel Leo Leisen
Daniel Leo Leisen, 71, a decorated Army Green Beret, beloved father, grandfather, husband, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, in Rushford surrounded by family. Born on July 14, 1953, in Wabasha, Minn., to Mary (Hartert) and Leo Leisen, Dan lived a life of courage, service, and devotion. As a proud Sergeant (E-5), Dan served in the Vietnam War … [Read more...]
Donald H. Jordahl
Donald H. Jordahl, age 86, of Rushford, passed away at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, surrounded by his family. Donald Henry was born on March 17, 1939, in Good Thunder, Minn., the only child of Henry (Norma Mary Etta Missling) Jordahl. Don attended country school and then graduated from Lake Crystal High School. Following graduation, … [Read more...]
Kevin D. O’Laughlin
Kevin O’Laughlin, 75, of Rushford, Minn., passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, with his family by his side. Kevin was born December 22, 1949, in Winona, Minn. Growing up in Winona’s Gilmore Valley, Kevin was the third in line of six children born to Jim and Delores (Douglas) O’Laughlin. He contracted polio as a toddler and was sent to Sister Kenny Institute in Minneapolis, … [Read more...]
Lynne Louise Eide
In Loving Memory of Lynne Louise Eide On April 2, 2025, we said goodbye to an amazing wife, mother, sister, grandma and friend – Lynne Louise Eide. Lynne was born in Winona, Minn., on September 2, 1957, to Robert and Maxine Boehmke. She grew up with her four siblings, living throughout southeastern Minnesota and western Wisconsin before settling in Rushford at age 11. … [Read more...]
Jerry Dahl
Nov. 17, 1945 - March 17, 2025 Jerry Dahl, age 79, of Rushford, Minn., passed away March 17, 2025 at home, surrounded by family. Jerry was born November 17, 1945, in Lanesboro, Minn., to Henry and Alette (Howe) Dahl. He was the youngest of three children. Jerry met his future wife, Joyce (Erdmann), their senior year at Rushford High School, class of 1963. The two wed on … [Read more...]