Judith Stallknecht
Apr 22, 2025
Judith Louise Stallknecht, age 84, entered into the presence of her Savior on April 22, 2025. Born September 1, 1940, in Baudette, MN, to Carl and Louise Mary (Nesler) Stallknecht, Judy’s life was a testament to her steadfast Christian faith and loving spirit.
A graduate of Winona High School (1958), Hamline University (1962), and Winona State University (1968), Judy dedicated 41...
Christopher Hoiland
Apr 22, 2025
Christopher Philip Hoiland passed away on April 22, 2025, at St. Mary’s hospital in Rochester.
What you need to know is this: he got very sick, very sudden, with Giant Cell Myocarditis, a disease as rare and unique as Chris himself. He was fortunate to be airlifted to Mayo in Rochester where his family and friends spent 41 days- hoping, praying,...
Henry Roger Vogel III
Apr 21, 2025
Henry Roger Vogel, 59, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, April 21, 2025 in Winona, MN.
Henry was born on June 29th, 1965, to Henry Roger and Naita Joan Vogel in Dallastown, PA, and was one of nine children.
He lived in and attended schools in several states and settled in Winona, MN. Henry graduated from Cotter High School in 1984...
J. Scott Bestul
Apr 19, 2025
After a courageous 2½ year cancer battle, Scott Bestul passed away on April 19, 2025. Scott was born on November 5, 1960 in La Crosse, Wisconsin. He was adopted by his parents, Patricia and Marvin Bestul, and was raised in Madison, Wisconsin and Davenport, Iowa alongside his sister Jo.
He attended Scott Community College and Winona State University where he earned...
Christopher "Chris" Jacobson
Apr 18, 2025
Christopher Michael “Chris” Jacobson, 47, of Winona, MN passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025 at Winona Health with family by his side.
He was born to John Sr. and Patricia (Schwartz) Jacobson in Winona on September 6, 1977. He graduated from Winona Senior High School in 1996 and after graduation he went on to college where he acquired a CDL...
Daniel Leisen
Apr 18, 2025
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, Minnesota, 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...
Peter Alvord
Apr 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Alvord, a beloved member of our family, who departed from us on April 17, 2025. Peter was born on March 18, 1936 in St. Paul, MN and lived a life full of love, kindness, and dedication.
Peter was welcomed into heaven by Sharon Sullivan-Alvord (wife), Maxwell and Irma Alvord...
Joseph A Stanislawski
Apr 16, 2025
Joseph Stanislawski, 83, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 16, 2025.
Joseph was born on July 10, 1941 along with his twin brother Jim, to Frank Stanislawski and Esther Schlesser Stanislawski in Arcadia, WI. At the age of one, the family moved to Winona, Minnesota.
After graduating from Winona High School, Joseph joined the Air Force where he served...
Cynthia "Cindy" Beeman
Apr 15, 2025
Cynthia (Twohy) Beeman, age 74, of Winona, MN, died on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at her home.
Cynthia wrote the following obituary in her own words: Cynthia was born April 12, 1951 to Edmund and Marge (Tooney) Twohy in Renton, WA. After graduation in 1969 she went looking for her American dream. She found it in 1987 when she came to...
Ronald Carl Fabian
Apr 15, 2025
Ronald C. Fabian was born October 13, 1935, to Carl and Doris (Smith) Fabian in Winona, MN. He was baptized on December 15, 1935, at Ridgeway Methodist Church in Winona County and died April 15, 2025, after a courageous 20-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease, at Lake Winona Manor.
He was a lifelong resident of Winona County.
Ron is survived by his wife,...
Deanna Dee Riley
Apr 13, 2025
October 31, 1944 - April 13, 2025
Private family services will be held.
Donald George Bork
Apr 11, 2025
Donald George Bork passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025.
He was born to Henry and Clara (Mertes) Bork in Winona, MN, on December 21, 1946. He married Grace Lee on April 18, 1970. Don graduated from Cochrane-Fountain City High School in 1965 and after graduation he went into the Army and was in Vietnam. He then went to work at...
Bonnie Eide
Apr 11, 2025
Bonnie Jean Eide, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on January 23, 1935, in Preston, MN, to proud parents Henry and Selma Olstad. Bonnie was a vibrant force of nature who brought joy and laughter to everyone around her.
Bonnie graduated from Chatfield High School and met her lifelong love, Darwyn Eide, during their...
Kyle Holte-Finlayson
Apr 10, 2025
Kyle Dennis Holte-Finlayson, age 31, of Winona, MN, passed away on April 10th, 2025, after an aggressive case of pneumonia.
Kyle was born in Winona, MN, to Karen Holte and Brian Finlayson. He loved growing up with his big sister, Kellie, and little sister, Brookie. He attended Winona Area Public Schools and adored his teachers and staff. After high school, Kyle...
Larry Loken
Apr 8, 2025
Larry Oliver Loken, age 85, passed away peacefully at M Health Fairview St. John’s Hospital in Maplewood, MN, on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, while surrounded by his family.
Larry was a lifelong truck driver and truly enjoyed his work.
Larry is survived by his son, Michael (Christine); grandchildren, Kathlene, Shane, Tony, and Melissa; great grandchildren, Molly, Oliver, Henry, and Max; siblings, Roy...
Donald Henry Jordahl
Apr 8, 2025
Rushford
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, MN the only child of Henry (Norma Mary Etta Missling) Jordahl. Don attended country school and then graduated from Lake Crystal High School. Following...
William "Bill" Ludebeck
Apr 7, 2025
William “Bill” Ludebeck, passed away on April 7, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on August 20, 1959, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, he was the son of William Jr. and Peggy (Mann) Ludebeck.
Bill graduated from Elkhorn High School and served his country by joining the Air Force, where he proudly served from 1980 to 1983 before being honorably discharged. For...
Kevin O'Laughlin
Apr 6, 2025
Kevin O'Laughlin, 75, of Rushford, MN, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 with his family by his side.
Kevin was born December 22, 1949 in Winona, MN. 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...
Jerry Steinfeldt
Apr 6, 2025
Jerry Paul Steinfeldt, age 78, passed away peacefully at Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, MN, after a long illness with Parkinson’s Disease, with his son, Chad, by his side.
Jerry was born on February 19, 1947, in Winona, MN, to Paul and Anita (Pflughoeft) Steinfeldt.
He is survived by his sons, Chad (Shannon), Brian (Natasha), and Jimmy (Tonya); siblings, Roger and...
Larry Fix
Apr 5, 2025
Larry James Fix, 79, of Rochester, MN, passed away on Friday, April 5th, 2025, after a short illness. Larry was born on September 26th, 1945, in Winona, MN, to John and Opal (Potter) Fix, joining his brother Keith and sister Patricia.
Larry graduated from Dover-Eyota High School in 1963. He cherished reconnecting with friends and classmates at the annual Golden Grads...
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