Todd Jones of Spring Valley Ace Hardware is a dog lover, and he especially loves Doberman dogs. But when his most recent pet Doberman died, fate had a change in mind for the Jones family. Todd said, “I’ve always had Dobermans in the past. And we had a fire, and the last one died in the fire.” So they bought a “fixer-upper” house, and fixed it up good as new. Then Todd … [Read more...]
This Dozer not for sale
Harrington Enterprises, located on Highway 63 midway between Chester (Iowa) and Spring Valley, sells and services lawn and garden equipment. But lately, a Dozer has been garnering the most attention at their location. But this particular Dozer is definitely not for sale, because he’s a dog. Chad and Camri Harrington, who operate Harrington Enterprises from their home, have … [Read more...]
Jonathan Zierdt
Jonathan Gordon Zierdt, age 52, died on March 27, 2019, in Mankato, Minn. He was born on August 18, 1966 to John “Jack” and Judith (Bodien) Zierdt. Jonathan attended kindergarten through grade 12 in Spring Valley, Minn., graduating as valedictorian in 1985. He was an active member in Boy Scouts, earning rank of Eagle Scout. He was inducted as a Vigil Honor member within the … [Read more...]
Daniel K. Warren
Daniel K. Warren, 86, of Spring Valley, Minn., died Thursday, March 21, 2019, at home surrounded by family. Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2019, at Faith United Methodist Church in Spring Valley. Visitation will be held starting at 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery – Preston. Hindt Funeral … [Read more...]
Joanna Elaine Mensink
Joanna Elaine Mensink, 53, of rural Spring Valley, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 11, 2019, surrounded by her family and friends. Joanna was born May 1, 1965, in Dixon, Ill., to Roberta and John Smith Sr. Joanna and her family settled in Minnesota in 1992. On June 3, 1995, Joanna married Brent Mensink at Saetersdal Lutheran Church, Harmony, Minn. Together they … [Read more...]
Spring Valley updates snow removal policy
The Spring Valley City Council meeting on March 11. Members in attendance included Mayor Tony Archer, Luan Ruesink, Chris Danielson, John Dols, and City Administrator Deb Zimmer. Mike Hadland was absent. The council discussed the proposed update to the city’s Snow and Ice Control Policy. It states, in part, “Normal removal of snow will occur between the hours of 10 p.m. and … [Read more...]
Russell H. Hancock
Funeral services for Russell H. Hancock will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 11, 2019, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Spring Valley, with Reverend Mark Van House and Pastor Betsy Dartt officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until time of service on Monday at the church. Spring burial will take place at Bloomfield Cemetery, Bloomfield Township, Fillmore County. … [Read more...]
Paul D. Bowen
Paul D. Bowen, age 66, of Lime Springs, Iowa, died Sunday, February 24, 2019, at Mayo Clinic Methodist Campus in Rochester, Minn. Funeral services for Paul Bowen will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, March 4, 2019, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Lime Springs, Iowa, with Pastor Jeff Jacobs officiating. Burial will take place that afternoon at 2 p.m. at the Minnesota State … [Read more...]
Gary Lee Ronken
Gary Lee Ronken, age 70, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away unexpectedly on February 11, 2019, at his home. Visitation will be held 4-7 p.m. Thursday, February 14, 2019, at the Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley. Committal Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday February 15, 2019, at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minn. A time of fellowship will follow … [Read more...]
Gladys Eberle
Gladys Eberle, 92, of Spring Valley, Minn., passed away peacefully on Monday, February 4, 2019, at the Spring Valley Living Center. Funeral services for Gladys will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Wykoff, Minn. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, February 8 at Hindt Funeral Home in Spring Valley and will … [Read more...]