Ronald Brabbit

Ronald Brabbit

Oct 5, 2026

It is with sadness that the family shares the passing of their father, Ronald Wayne Brabbit on October 5, 2026. Ron was born on July 27, 1938 to Benjamin and Dorothy (Seekamp) on the family farm in Money Creek, Minnesota. Ben and Dorothy had four boys all born about seven years apart – Bernard, Ron, Dale, and Randy. For this...

Kenneth Kingsley

Kenneth Kingsley

Oct 4, 2026

Kenneth “Kenny” Michael Kingsley, 83, of Rushford, MN, passed away October 4, 2026.

Ken was born on January 19, 1943, on his mother’s birthday, at Effie Cottrell’s in Rushford, MN, to Robert and Henrietta (Vitse) Kingsley. Ken grew up in the Rushford and Houston area.

While growing up, he lived in such exotic places as Gates Coulee, the McCloud place, the Hoegh...

John Sime

John Sime

Oct 3, 2026

John W. Sime, 88, of Chatfield, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield, Minnesota.

John was born on July 28, 1938, in rural Northwood, Iowa to Elmer and Trulie (Seuser) Sime. He grew up on the family farm and graduated from Emmons High School, where he served as captain of the football and...

Ardell Johnson

Ardell Johnson

Oct 2, 2026

Ardell Stanley Johnson, 88, passed away peacefully with his family by his side.

A hardworking farmer, Ardell’s greatest love was his wife. He cherished his children and grandchildren deeply, and his heart was always open to family, friends, and all who came to the farm. He leaves behind a life rooted in hard work, love, and family.

An obituary will follow.

A funeral...

Brian Daley

Brian Daley

Oct 2, 2026

Brian Robert Daley

January 23, 1966 – October 2, 2026

Beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, and friend to all.

Brian was born in Rochester, Minnesota, and—aside from his years at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities—spent his life in Lewiston. A devoted family man, he loved his wife Cathy and their children, Lauren and Evan, above all else. Throughout his 60 years,...

John "Jack" Sheridan

John "Jack" Sheridan

Oct 2, 2026

John “Jack” Sheridan, age 89, passed away October 2, 2026. Jack left behind a lifetime of memories, laughter and friendships that will be cherished by all who knew him.

Jack grew up in Fountain City, Wisconsin with his two sisters, Sandy and Kay. He attended Cotter High School in Winona, Minnesota where he met his wife of 52 years, Nancy (Ciszak)....

Patricia Hetland

Patricia Hetland

Oct 1, 2026

In Loving Memory of Patricia Gale (Randall) Hetland

Patricia Gale (Randall) Hetland, affectionately known as Patti, passed away peacefully in Houston, Minnesota on October 1, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and lifelong admirer of animals and nature, she leaves behind a legacy of warmth, wit, and unwavering love.

Patti was born in Sioux City, Iowa to...

Darlene Lafky

Darlene Lafky

Sep 30, 2026

Darlene Lafky, age 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at St. Anne’s Extended Healthcare in Winona, MN.

Darlene was born on July 10, 1940, in Winona, MN, to Everett and Vera Northrup. She graduated from Winona High School and, in 1959, married the love of her life, Daryl Lafky. Together, they built a life centered around their family,...

Keith Lyle Smith

Keith Lyle Smith

Sep 30, 2026

Keith Lyle Smith, age 76 of Winona, passed away at his home on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, while surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer. Funeral Services are scheduled for October 24, 2026, at Grace Presbyterian Church in Winona. Further details will be released soon. Hoff Celebration of Life Center is assisting the family. 

James "Jim" Beckman

James "Jim" Beckman

Sep 28, 2026

James "Jim" Edward Beckman, 77, of Houston, MN, passed away on Monday, September 28, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System, in La Crosse, WI.

Jim was born March 22, 1949, in La Crosse WI, to Lester and Verna (Schild) Beckman. Jim grew up on the family farm with his 6 siblings. At a young age, Jim discovered his love for the...

Matthew Monahan

Matthew Monahan

Sep 28, 2026

Matthew Paul Monahan, passed away on September 28, 2026, at the age of 53. Born on December 28, 1972, in Winona, MN, Matt grew up on the family farm near Altura, where he learned the value of hard work and community from a young age.

After graduating from Lewiston-Altura High School in 1991, Matt went on to study at Rochester Community...

Sharon Anderson

Sharon Anderson

Sep 27, 2026

Sharon Kaye Anderson, 79, who lived most of her life in St. Charles, Minnesota, passed away on September 27, 2026, at Madonna Towers in Rochester, Minnesota. Sharon was born to Leonard and Ethel (Turner) Anderson on August 15,1947 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. Sharon lived her life as a faithful servant of God, sharing her gifts, her time,...

Gary Daniels

Gary Daniels

Sep 26, 2026

Dr. Gary “Doc” Donovan Daniels, 80, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, September 26, 2026.

Gary was born on June 28, 1946, in Rochester, MN, to Donovan (Don) and Gloria (Schroeder) Daniels. His family farmed in the Rochester area before moving to their Eyota farm, where he still went daily to feed his remaining “livestock” (cats).

Gary was a 1964 graduate...

Becky Walters - Schlink

Becky Walters - Schlink

Sep 25, 2026

Rebecca “Becky” Jean Walters-Schlink, 66 of Fountain City, died Friday, September 25, 2026.

Becky was born September 6, 1960, in Winona to Gene & Lois Ankrum. She grew up in Stockton and graduated from Winona Senior High School. In 1979, she married Robert Walters, they later divorced. Becky was currently working at Great River Homes in Wabasha, where she had been...

Pearl Finseth

Pearl Finseth

Sep 25, 2026

Pearl Eilene (Hardecopf) Finseth of rural Fountain, MN, passed away on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the Chosen Valley Care Center.

Pearl was born October 9, 1932, in rural Dexter, MN, Mower County, the daughter of William and Rachel (Julson) Hardecopf. She graduated from Adams Public School in 1950. On July 8, 1953, she married Vernon Finseth at Marshall Lutheran Church...

Ingeborg Emma Jackson

Ingeborg Emma Jackson

Sep 23, 2026

Ingeborg "Inge" Emma Jackson, 95, of Chatfield, Minnesota, died peacefully at her home on September 23, 2026.

Inge was born on November 1, 1930, in Picher, Mecklenburg, Germany, to Elsa Seemann and Hans Schmidt, and was raised by her grandparents. In 1949, with her homeland under Soviet occupation, Inge had to choose between being sent to Siberia or crossing the border...

Wayne Sievers

Wayne Sievers

Sep 22, 2026

Wayne Roger Sievers was born on April 18, 1937, in Rushford, Minnesota, to Arnold and Etta (Heiden) Sievers.

After graduating high school, he moved to California to marry the love of his life, Diane (Ebner). He held several jobs in California but always knew he wanted to work as a heavy equipment operator. Eventually he was welcomed into the International Union...

William "Bill" Schell

William "Bill" Schell

Sep 19, 2026

William “Bill” John Schell, 78, died on September 19, 2026.

Bill was born on October 9, 1947, to John and Neola (Paine) Schell. He was the sixth of seven children and grew up on the family farm on Schell Hill in Minnieska, MN. In his younger years, Bill enjoyed playing basketball while attending and graduating from Holy Trinity School in Rollingstone,...

Patrick Kronebusch

Patrick Kronebusch

Sep 18, 2026

Patrick Kronebusch, of Winona, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026. Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, October 2, 2026 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Winona, MN, visitation will start 2 hours prior to service. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Patrick's name to Home Community Options https://www.hco.org/donate/  , or Special...

David Campbell

David Campbell

Sep 17, 2026

David Allen Campbell, 83, of Lanesboro, MN, died Thursday, September 17, 2026.

Dave was born September 25, 1942, in Lanesboro, MN to Carmen and Juliet (Olson) Campbell. He graduated from Lanesboro High School in 1960. On September 25, 1965, he married Barbara Langstaff at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Dave owned and operated the Lanesboro Body Shop from 1981 until he sold it...