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Dodge Center Dora Mae Mase 1932 — 2024 DoraMae Mase, 93 of Dodge Center, MN passed away on May 21, 2024 at Fairview Care Center. DoraMae Ovalson was born on March 6, 1931 in Goodhue Co. to Gerald and Hannahlin (Dokken) Ovalson. She grew up in Faribault, MN and graduated from Faribault High School in 1949. She later graduated from MN School of Business, Minneapolis, MN in 1950. DoraMae worked for Lehman Gardens and Landkamer Furniture in Faribault. On July 7, 1951 she married Richard "Grumpy" Mase in Faribault. In 1953, they moved to Rochester, MN. She worked for Waters Conley and Waters Corp. along with the State of MN in Drivers Examinations. In 1961, she worked as Administrative Secretary for Rochester Block. She also worked...

St Paul John E. McDonald 2024 John E. McDonald (Age 80) of St Paul passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Carol (Shoenbauer), parents; Clifford and Irene McDonald of Owatonna and brother Terrance McDonald. Survived by his brother; Clifford (Jan) McDonald , sister; Sheila (Mike) Gair and loving family and friends. Funeral service will be held at St. Francis de Sales Church (650 Palace Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102), St Paul, MN, on Wednesday, May 15th, at 11 AM with a visitation 1 hour prior.

Columbus, GA James Warren Abraham 1984 — 2024 James Warren (Abe) Abraham, age 76, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia. A devoted Veteran of the United States Army and Navy, Abe's other titles include being a phenomenal and loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Abe was born on August 17, 1947, to Warren G. "Bud" Abraham and Marjorie Linde Abraham, being one of five children of Bud and Marjorie Abraham of Janesville, MN. Abe married Diane Faye Winters on October 21, 1968, and welcomed two daughters, Tina Marie in 1969 and Tori Danielle in 1973. During his honorable and heavily decorated years serving with the United States Army from 1969 (Vietnam...

Lake City Carol Jean (Dierking) Warneke 2024 Carol Jean (Dierking) Warneke, 87, formerly of Kenyon, passed away peacefully on Friday April 26, 2024 in Lake City, Minnesota. Carol was born June 20, 1936 to Walter and Verna (Hildebrandt) Dierking in Nerstrand, Minnesota. She graduated from Faribault High School in 1955, and married Darrell Warneke on September 8, 1956. Carol worked at the Faribault Regional Center in Faribault for 32 years. After she retired, Carol enjoyed doing crafts, flower gardening, spending winters in Florida, and attending her grandchildren's events. One of her many joys was cooking and making the best brownies. Carol is survived by children Jeffrey (Janet) Warneke, John (Ruth) Warneke, Julie Warneke. ...

Owatonna Virgina Elaine Massey 2024 Virginia Elaine Massey, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024 at Benedictine in Owatonna. She was 98 years old. Virginia was preceded in death by her loving husband of 62 years, Russell Massey, Sr.; her son, Russell Jr.; 2 great grandsons; her parents, Louie & Flossie Goestch;

Myrtle Lake, Orr MN Danny Malecha 2024 Danny Malecha, 52, of Myrtle Lake, Orr MN, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the Cook hospital with his wife, Abi, by his side. The visitation will be on Friday, April 26, from 5-8 pm at Mlaker Funeral Home, Cook MN. The Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 27, at 11 am with a visitation one hour prior to the service at the Calvary Lutheran Church in Orr. There will be lunch and fellowship following at Myrtle Lake Resort. All are welcome to celebrate the life of Danny?he would want that. Online condolences to www.mlakerfuneralhome.com

Eden Prairie Dana June Engh 1968 — 2024 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dana June (Daws) Engh, who departed from us peacefully on Saturday, April 13, 2024. A pillar of strength, and joy, Dana touched the lives of all who knew her with her radiant spirit. She was a treasured wife, beloved mother, and cherished friend. Dana leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and vibrant energy that will forever be remembered. Her passing leaves a void in our hearts, but her joy will continue to guide us through the days ahead. Born on June 30, 1968 to Lowell Daws and Alice (Huss) Meyer in Faribault, MN, Dana lived a life filled with laughter, an unyielding zest for adventure, and was a beacon of joy from the very beginning....

Weston Leo J. Brown 2024 Leo passed away on April 1st with loving family around him. He was 3 days shy of his 86th birthday. Leo was the 4th child born to Leonard and Mary (O'Brien) Brown on their family farm near Shieldsville. He attended country school and graduated from Bethlehem Academy in 1956. At age 18 he went to work for Great Northern Railroad, later known as Burlington Northern. His duties entailed choosing the safe and proper route for wide and high trains. In 1983 Leo was transferred to Overland Park, Kansas by the railroad. He was drafted into the army, and served for 2 years at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. In 1962, Leo married Jean Marie Hoban of Faribault. They were married for 38 years and had 7...

Plainfield Ronald Melvin Petzel 1966 — 2024 Ronald Melvin Petzel, age 57, a resident of Plainfield, IL since 2007, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on March 28, 2024. Ron was born on September 8, 1966, in Mankato, MN. Ron is survived by his best friend and devoted wife of 17 years, Karen; his loving children, Kelly (Anthony) Ingram, Tyler Petzel, Zachary Petzel and Katelyn Petzel; his adored grandchildren, Zoey Petzel, Harlyn Petzel, Zayden Petzel, Manix Petzel and Deklan Ingram; his dear siblings, Vickie (Scott) Shifflett and Susan (Tom) Bambenek and sister-in-law, Jacqueline (Lucas) Segarra; his father-in-law, Clint Ford; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and great friends. He was preceded in...

Farmington Carl Wicklund Jr 2024 He passed away peacefully on March 25, 2024, with family by his side. He is survived by his wife of over 72 years, Betty J (Hill) Wicklund, his daughters, Judy Cummings and Kimberly (Timothy) Duffrin, grandchildren: Reed Duffrin, Justin Scherer, Calin Scherer, Anna Cummings; great grandchildren, Aria and William Duffrin, his brother Jerry (Audrey) Wicklund and sister Shirley (Wicklund) Bosshart and lots of cousins, nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his father Carl Engwald Wicklund Sr, a Swedish immigrant and mother Anna Inez (Kruse) Wicklund and his daughter Janine Scherer and son-in-law David Cummings. Also preceded in death by his brothers and sisters-in-law Norman (Bobby),...

Iowa City, IA Wendy Suzanne Scholz 2024 Wendy Suzanne Scholz was born on February 20th, 1976, to Cora and Robert Scholz. Growing up as one of five children in the Scholz household, she was an accomplished cellist and played soccer, a sport she chose because her parents didn't want her damaging her cello-playing hands. Naturally Wendy chose to become a goalkeeper and numerous hand injuries followed. She attended Northwestern University, where she was one of the first recruits to be a part of the inaugural Division I Women's Soccer team in 1994 and earned a bachelor's degree in philosophy and a minor in African studies. She set and still holds numerous records and other accolades as a soccer player at Northwestern. She was an...

Mankato Wm R. (Bill) Simonette, CFP 2024 Wm. R. (Bill) Simonette, CFP age 73 of Mankato, passed away on Monday, March 18, 2024 at home. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 am Saturday, March 23, 2024 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 632 S. Broad St. in Mankato, with Fr. John Kunz, Celebrant. Military honors will be held immediately following services. The Simonette family will greet friends on Saturday morning for one hour prior to services at the church. All are invited to lunch and fellowship following the service. In lieu of flowers please buy a nice lunch for a neighbor or two. Bill was born December 10, 1950 to Roger and Mary (Bauer) Simonette. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps in...

Farmington Charles Mark Johnson 1937 — 2024 Johnson, Charles Mark, age 87, passed away on March 17, 2024 at the Trinity Care Center, Farmington, MN. Charles was born on the Johnson Family Farm Kenyon, MN on February 13, 1937, the son of Joseph and Marie (Dale) Johnson. Charles was baptized and confirmed at Hegre Lutheran Church. On July 3, 1965. Charles married Joyce Ranum at Perry Lutheran Church, Daleyville, WS. Charles attended the Skyberg Country School and graduated from Kenyon High School in 1955. He joined the University of Minnesota's Navy ROTC program, graduating in 1959. Charles served his country as a career Marine Corp officer including two tours in Vietnam, 1st as the Commander of a 155mm Howitzer Battery in the Chu Li...

Lonsdale Sandra M (Skluzacek) Tuma 1955 — 2024 Sandra M (Skluzacek) Tuma, born January 18, 1955 and formerly of Lonsdale, passed away March 16 after a hard fought battle against cancer. Preceded in death by her father Rudolph, she is survived by her mother Arlene of Lonsdale, her son Chad (Julie), daughter Amber (Chris) Gehrke and son Dustin (Leanna) and grandchildren and great grandchildren. Also survived by sisters Sharon (Ken) and Laure (Mike) and brothers Lyle (Sandi), Brian (Angie), Bruce (Lisa) and Eric (Bobbie). She was a retired long time employee at Carleton College Food Service. She enjoyed many games of bingo and was a master of euchre. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed spending time with her family and many friends....

North Mankato Joyce Ann Crandall 1943 — 2024 Joyce Ann Crandall, age 80, passed away peacefully on the evening of March 14, 2024, at her home in North Mankato, Mn. Joyce was born on July 19th, 1943 to Anthony and Harriet Reuvers in Faribault, MN. She graduated from Faribault High School in 1961, and moved to Monticello in 1974 - where she met her sweetheart and future husband, Bruce Crandall. Joyce and Bruce were married on November 12, 1978 and enjoyed 42 years together, before he preceded her in death on February 4, 2020. Joyce worked in various jobs at Suburban Gas, Prudential and the Monticello Agency, and took much pride in her garden, house projects, sewing, and mastering many video games on several systems. But what she...

Rochester Connie Sue Rabine 1954 — 2024 Connie Sue Rabine, 69, of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully on Tuesday March 13, 2024 following a lengthy illness at Season's Hospice House in Rochester, where she had been a resident for 2 weeks. Connie, the daughter of John and Kathryn "Katy" (Cardinal) Vogelsang was born on December 15, 1954 in Austin, MN. She grew up and graduated from Grand Meadow High School in 1972. After graduation Connie attended Vocational School in Austin, earning her certification as a legal secretary. Connie was married on June 21, 1974 to Mark Rabine, later divorcing in 2009. The couple moved to South Dakota for a few years before moving to Alexandria and then settling in Albert Lea for over 20 years,...

Rochester Connie Sue Rabine 2024 A Celebration of Life for Connie Sue Rabine, 69, of Rochester, MN will be held from 1 to 5:00 PM on Saturday (May 4, 2024) at Garten Marketplatz / 5225 Cty Rd 15 SW / Byron,MN. Connie passed away peacefully on Tuesday (March 12, 2024) following a lengthy illness, at Season's Hospice House in Rochester. Arrangements are with Griffin-Gray FH in Stewartville. Condolences and memories of Connie are welcome at www.griffin-gray.com

Faribault Daniel Lee Grubb 1960 — 2024 Daniel Lee Grubb passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2024, at Allina Hospital in Faribault. He was 64 years old. Danny enjoyed hunting, fishing and all forms of wildlife. He also loved looking for agates. Danny was well loved by many friends. He was born in Faribault, MN to Donald and Diane Grubb on July 20, 1960. He was proceeded in death by Diane Grubb and Donald Grubb of Faribault. He is survived by his three sisters; Rebecca Volbrecht (Daniel Volbrecht) of Morristown, MN., Lisa Grubb of Eureka Springs, Arkansas and Brenda Dorr of Faribault, MN. No service is scheduled at this time.

Northfield Joey Appleyard 2024 Joey Appleyard, age 85, of Northfield. died Sunday, March 3, at Northfield Hospital with many extended family members at her bedside. Although she had suffered a severe stroke and could not speak, she smiled and welcomed them. Born in Wisconsin, Joey moved at a young age with her family from Medford to Madison. An excellent student, during grade school Joey was advanced two grades ahead of her peers. After her formal education, she entered Madison's state-capital work force in several capacities. In 1966, she met David F. Appleyard, a graduate school student at the University of Wisconsin. Joey and David married in 1967 and moved with Joey's three sons to Northfield, where David had...

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