Richard Chapel

Richard Chapel

Nov 29, 2024

Vernon Richard "Bud" Chapel

Bud, 90, passed away peacefully at the Valley View Healthcare Facility in Houston, MN on November 29, 2024.

He was born on November 14th, 1934 in Spring Grove to Clifford and Sarah Mae (Swenson) Chapel. He grew up on the family farm in Sheldon, raising chickens and cash crop corn.

He graduated from Houston High School in 1952. He...

Michael Verdick

Michael Verdick

Nov 29, 2024

Michael John Verdick, 52 of Winona, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 during heart surgery at the University of Minnesota Medical Center in Minneapolis. Mike was born on April 16, 1972, in Winona to Robert and Donna (Becker) Verdick.

He was married for a short time to Bobbie Hanson of Wabasha. They later divorced.

One of Mikes greatest joys was spending...

Donald Sanders Sr

Donald Sanders Sr

Nov 29, 2024

Donald F. Sanders Sr., 84, of Rushford, formerly of South Carolina, died Friday, November 29, 2024, at Good Shepherd in Rushford. 

Donald was born September 20, 1940, in New York, NY. He was adopted by his parents, Paul and Catherine (McDonald) Sanders. He grew up in The Bronx, and his family later moved to Queens. As a child he also spent...

Linda "Taz" Gabrych

Linda "Taz" Gabrych

Nov 28, 2024

Linda “Taz” Elaine Gabrych, 71 of Winona, died Thursday, November 28, 2024 at Gundersen Health System in La Crosse.

Linda was born November 12, 1953 in Decorah, IA to Edward and Lugene (Nulty) Kuhn. She graduated from Winona Senior High School. On May 19, 1979, she married Gene Gabrych. Linda worked at Watlow, Lake Center Switch and Wincraft throughout the years....

Charles Schell

Charles Schell

Nov 28, 2024

Charles C. Schell, died peacefully on November 28, 2024, in Rochester, Minnesota, at the age of 75. Charles was born on August 26, 1949, in Stockton, MN, to Anthony and Violet (Mueller) Schell. A lifelong resident of Stockton, he graduated from Winona Senior High School and became known for his hard work in construction, particularly for his skill in installing...

Delores Miller

Delores Miller

Nov 27, 2024

Delores Jane Miller, 85, of Houston, MN, died Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Valley View Health Care,

She was born August 4, 1939, the daughter of LeRoy and Helen (Solberg) Davy. She grew up in Hokah, MN, and in her teen years she moved to Minneapolis. There, she met John Bowman and was united in marriage. The couple had 3 children,...

James Moga

James Moga

Nov 27, 2024

James George Moga, age 96, of Minnesota City, MN, died November 27, 2024 at his home.

James was born April 20, 1928, in Winona, MN, the son of Ralph and Verna (Walski) Moga. He grew up in Dodge, Wisconsin, and was one of 7 children. James was united in marriage to Ester Oevering, and to this union 3 children were born,...

Gerald Lee Balko

Gerald Lee Balko

Nov 26, 2024

Gerald “Jerry” Lee Balko, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN. He was born on March 23, 1964, in Cumberland, WI, to Arnold and Phyllis Balko. Jerry Graduated from Cumberland High School and enlisted in the USAF for 6 years. While enlisted, he was introduced to his wife, Kelly (Kolaszewski). They...

Ronald Dee Pulley

Ronald Dee Pulley

Nov 25, 2024

While working in the fields that he loved, Ronald Pulley passed away on November 25, 2024.

 Ron was born on January, 31, 1948 near Huntington, Indiana. He grew up as one of four children of Albert and Marcille Pulley. Ron graduated from Lancaster High School of Huntington County, Indiana and Purdue University with a degree in Ag. Business Management.

 Ron always wanted...

Rosalyon Garceau

Rosalyon Garceau

Nov 24, 2024

Rosalyon Iva (Allen, Yuman) Garceau, 81, o fWinona, MN, died on November 24th, 2024.

She was born July 2nd, 1943, in St. Charles, MN, with parents Nellie Iva Allen and Frank Pierce Allen. She had one sister, Bonnie Allen and brother Dennis Allen (with wife Eve and son Ian). 

Rosie was married twice. Her first marriage to Bart Yuman brought her one...

Jeffrey Gordon Redalen

Jeffrey Gordon Redalen

Nov 24, 2024

Jeffrey Gordon Redalen (Jeff) passed away at his home near Fountain, Minnesota on Sunday, November 24, 2024. 

Jeff was born November 14, 1956, in Lanesboro, MN, to Joyce (Grindland) and Elton Redalen. He was the sixth of seven children, and the youngest boy of the family. Elton and Joyce raised their family on a dairy farm in rural Fountain, where Jeff...

Dennis "Dennie" Berland

Dennis "Dennie" Berland

Nov 24, 2024

Dennis (Dennie) Berland, 73, of Rushford, MN lost his long battle with Parkinson’s Disease on November 24, 2024 at Good Shepherd Care Center in Rushford, MN.

 Dennie was born on December 31, 1950 in Lanesboro, MN to parents Alfred and Dorothy (Peterson) Berland. Dennie grew up on the family farm north of Peterson, MN and graduated from Peterson High School in...

LaVaughn Helleland

LaVaughn Helleland

Nov 22, 2024

LaVaughn “Vonnie” Marilyn Helleland, 94, died Friday, November 22, 2024 at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford, MN. Vonnie was born on November 14, 1930 in Rushford, Fillmore County, MN to Gorman and Ethel (Lee) Highum. She lived her entire life in the Rushford area. She married Wallace (Wally) Helleland on September 2, 1947. She and Wally farmed together...

Margaret Nelson

Margaret Nelson

Nov 22, 2024

It is with very heavy hearts our family announces the passing of our beloved Margaret Irene Nelson on November 22, 2024 at the age of 102. She left us peacefully with her granddaughter Lisa and great granddaughters, Miranda and Brooke, by her side. Margaret was very loved by all and she will be sorely missed.

Margaret was born on August 25,...

Cheryl Holen

Cheryl Holen

Nov 21, 2024

Cheryl Kaye Holen of Houston, MN went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at the age of 78, in her home and surrounded by family.

Cheryl was born in Minneapolis on September 15, 1946. Her childhood years were spent in the loving home of Al and Bee Lilja in Detroit Lakes where she...

Adeline Agrimson

Adeline Agrimson

Nov 20, 2024

Adeline Jean Agrimson, age 88, of Peterson, MN, passed away surrounded by her family on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.

She was born February 10, 1936, the daughter of Adolph and Judith (Woxland) Bremmer in Rushford, MN.

Adeline grew up on her family’s farm near Arendahl, MN, where her future husband, Arne, lived just across the valley. Adeline graduated from Peterson High School...

Donna Speltz

Donna Speltz

Nov 19, 2024

Donna Marie Speltz, 85, of Utica, MN passed away on November 19th, 2024, at St. Mary's hospital following a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family and close friends.

Donna was born on October 5th, 1939, to Donald and Madeline (Rislow) Edwards. She married Joseph J. Speltz on June 27th, 1964, recently celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary.

As a child, she...

Henry Jacobs

Henry Jacobs

Nov 19, 2024

Henry "Hank" Jacobs, passed away on November 19, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on March 23, 1937, to Henry and Frieda Jacobs, he grew up in Winona, Minnesota, where he later graduated from Winona High School.

Hank married Elaine Sackreiter on May 18, 1957, at St. Johns church in Lewiston. Together, they raised their 3 wonderful children.

Throughout his life,...

Rex Herman

Rex Herman

Nov 17, 2024

Rex Everett Herman passed on November 17, 2024 due to injuries sustained in a train accident. 

He was born to Oaka Mae (Straw) Herman and Alvin J Herman on July 30, 1936. He was 88 years of age.

Rex was raised in Dover, Mn. Where he attended Dover schools and was active in sports. Rex was very proud of being a Dover...

Marie Ann Roeder

Marie Ann Roeder

Nov 17, 2024

Marie Ann Roeder, age 81 of Eyota, passed away Sunday, November 17th at Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield. Marie was born on March 21st, 1943, the youngest daughter of Andrew and Margaret (Kammerer) Kreidermacher. She was raised on the farm with her siblings and she attended Eyota High School. Marie lived in several places including Florida before moving to...