The Spring Valley City Council held a regular council meeting on October 11. Tony Archer was absent, so Luan Ruesink led the meeting. Immediately prior to the regular council meeting, a public hearing was held regarding the garage owned by Jeffrey Sass and Linda Sass, located at 610 Hillcrest. Mr. Sass addressed the council during the public hearing, asking, “I was just … [Read more...]
Kingsland welcomes new staff
Two new teachers have joined the staff at Kingsland School this year — Cierra Ulwelling, the new 3-4 & 4-5 preschool teacher and Ariana Caddell, the new fourth grade teacher. Cierra Ulwelling It was natural for Cierra Ulwelling to become a preschool teacher; she had worked in child care ever since she turned 16. She loves working with preschoolers and enjoys … [Read more...]
Jimmie Tim Heckerson
Jimmie Tim Heckerson, 72, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away on Friday, October 8, 2021, at Ostrander Care & Rehab Center in Ostrander, Minn. Jimmie was born to Burton and Harriet “Lil” (Beavers) Heckerson on August 23, 1949. Jimmie attended school in Spring Valley and graduated in 1968. He went to Austin Vo-Tech where he graduated in 1969. He worked odd jobs before he … [Read more...]
Kingsland sports issues discussed
Kingsland School Board held a work session meeting on October 4. Members participating included Jackie Horsman, Maranda Emig, Kyle Rader, Pamela Freet, as well as Superintendent James Hecimovich and Principal Scott Klavetter. Business Manager Amber Herbrand participated via remote technology. Natasha Howard and Gwen Howard were absent. In light of Mark Fitzpatrick’s … [Read more...]
Gerald “Deano” Mullenix
Gerald “Deano” Mullenix, 81, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at Ostrander Care & Rehab. Visitation will be held at Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley from 10:30-11:30 on Wednesday, September 29, 2021. Graveside service will follow at the Spring Valley Cemetery at 11:45, with Pastor Joe Haynes officiating. Gerald Dean Mullenix was born … [Read more...]
Evelyn Ida Mohlis
Evelyn Ida Mohlis, age 91, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away on September 20, 2021, at her home in Kasson, Minn., with her beloved Wil by her side. Funeral services for Evelyn will be 2 p.m., Monday, September 27, 2021, at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, Minn., with Pastor Jolene Knudson officiating. A public visitation will be held one hour prior to the … [Read more...]
Clarence Holt
Clarence Holt, age 92, of Charles City, Iowa, and formerly of Spring Valley, Minn., transcended to everlasting life through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, May 20, 2021, at the 9th Street Chautauqua Guest Home in Charles City. Clarence Albert Holt Jr. was born March 12, 1929, east of Byron, Minn., to parents Clarence Holt Sr. and Margaret (Smith) … [Read more...]
Gust F. Lex
At 9:20 p.m. on Sunday, August 22, 2021, Gust Fred Lex left this world for his heavenly home and to meet our Savior, Jesus Christ. Gust died a peaceful death in hospice care at the Mayo Clinic – Methodist Hospital. Gust had aspiration pneumonia and initially was in St. Marys Hospital starting July 4, 2021. Gust was born September 14, 1939, the first born son of Harry and … [Read more...]
Janet Mary (Beckman) Peterson
Janet Mary (Beckman) Peterson left this world and went on to the next August 28, 2021. Janet was born December 26, 1947, to Mark and Luella Beckman (Rauen) of rural Monticello, Iowa, and was one of eight children growing up on the farm. After graduating from Sacred Heart High School, she went on to obtain her nursing degree. Janet then moved to Rochester, Minn., with her … [Read more...]
Eileen Freeman
It is with great sadness that we announce that Eileen Rose Freeman, 91, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at Mayo Clinic - St. Marys Campus in Rochester, Minn., and she will be dearly missed. Eileen was born December 22, 1929, to Leslie and Anna (Frutiger) Kirkland of New Haven, Minn. She married Warren Freeman in 1952 in Spring Valley, Minn., where … [Read more...]
Phillip Eugene Musel
Phillip Eugene Musel passed away August 12, 2021, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, with his brother Wayne at his side. He was born in Rochester, Minn., on January 9, 1954, to Edith (Hamersma) Musel and Robert J. Musel. They lived in rural areas of Eyota, Preston and Spring Valley. Phillip lived with his parents until their passings, he was also preceeded in death by his … [Read more...]
Bruce D. Welch
Bruce D. Welch Bruce D. Welch, age 81, of Spring Valley, Minn., died on Tuesday, August 10, 2021. Bruce Donald Welch was born on June 20, 1940 in La Crosse, Wis., to Clarence and Ruth (Guenther) Welch. Bruce grew up an only child in La Crescent, Minn. He attended school in La Crescent and then graduated from high school in La Crosse, Wis. Bruce’s strong work ethic … [Read more...]
Stacey Hoffman York
Stacey Hoffman York, 63, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 27, 2021, in a tragic car accident. Stacey was born August 14, 1957, in Santa Monica, Calif. to William (Bill) and Cornelia (Connie) York. She graduated from Foothills High School in 1975 and later from Saddleback Community College. She earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of … [Read more...]
Arvid Elwin “Stub” Blade
Arvid Elwin “Stub” Blade of Spring Valley, Minn. died on July 28, 2021, in the Ostrander Nursing Home at 90 years of age. Visitation for Stub will be held at Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley, Sunday, August 1, from 3-5 p.m. with a meal served from 5-7 p.m. at the Spring Valley VFW Hall. Graveside service and burial will be on Monday, August 2, at 4:30 p.m. at the Spring … [Read more...]
Mark Mlinar
Mark Keith Mlinar, age 62, went home to be with his Savior on July 4, 2021, after an 18-month battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer. Mark was born in Cresco, Iowa, on April 26, 1959, to M. Keith and Jean (Parker) Mlinar. He attended school and graduated from Crestwood High School in Cresco. This is where he also met his wife and best friend, Julie. After graduation they were … [Read more...]