Robert “Bob” P. Ullom was born November 13, 1951, in Spring Valley, Minn., to Percy and Winnifred (Cray) Ullom. Bob passed away peacefully at home with his best friend holding his hand on December 17, 2023. Bob attended school in Chester, Iowa, and graduated from Crestwood High School in 1969. That is where Bob met the love of his life Becky Rathert. After high school Bob … [Read more...]

Karl Hoefs of rural Spring Valley, Minn., passed on to be with his Savior Jesus Christ unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, while in the care of Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital. He fought a tough and courageous battle against Stage 4 lung cancer for over two years, with overwhelming support from friends and family. Karl was born December 18, 1955, in Winona, Minn., to … [Read more...]

Erika M. Fairs, age 41, of Wykoff, Minn., and formerly of North Adams, died unexpectedly Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at her home.  Erika was born on March 3, 1982, and was raised in North Adams. She was the daughter of David Babcock and the late Laurie Babcock. Erika graduated from Drury High School in 2000 and continued her education, graduating from Mildred Elley in 2002. … [Read more...]

Michael “Mike” Kenning passed away unexpectedly in Tokyo, Japan, on October 20, 2023, while walking his beloved dog in a park.  Mike was born in Spring Valley, Minn. on December 26, 1967, the youngest of nine children.  He attended Spring Valley Schools and graduated from Lourdes High School in Rochester, Minn.  He attended Marquette University and the University of Minnesota.  … [Read more...]