Obituaries

Clifford J. Schafer

Clifford J. Schafer

Jan 29, 2012

Clifford J. Shafer was born August 12, 1924 in Renville, Minnesota, the son of Robert J. and Anna (Ashton) Schafer. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Redeemer's Catholic Church in Renville. He grew up on a farm near Renville and attended high school through the eighth grade. On August 26, 1944, Clifford was united in marriage to Doris M....

Labonna Payne

Labonna Payne

Jan 29, 2012

LaBonna "Bonnie" May Payne was born April 7, 1931 in Big Bend, Minnesota, the daughter of Lawrence Peter and Eunice Laura (Golden) Jacobs. She was baptized as an infant and confirmed into the Christian faith at Big Bend Lutheran Church in Big Bend by Rev. C.T. Jenson. She attended country school at District #17 in Big Bend Township of Chippewa...

Violet M. Tjosaas

Violet M. Tjosaas

Jan 29, 2012

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Arlene Fern Suckow

Arlene Fern Suckow

Jan 29, 2012

Arlene Fern Suckow was born on December 31, 1937, in Emmetsburg, IA, to Byron and Minnie (Griese) Tirevold. Arlene graduated from Chokio High School on June 3, 1955. She married Waldemar "Wally" Suckow on October 22, 1957. During her years of marriage to Wally, she worked alongside him on the farm. They lived on two farms near Holloway prior to...

Ann Marie Velde

Ann Marie Velde

Jan 21, 2012

Ann Marie Evjen was born on June 25, 1937, to Alfred and Dagney (Pederson) Evjen in Langhei Township, Pope County. She was baptized and confirmed at East Zion Lutheran Church. Ann graduated from Starbuck High School in 1955 and then attended Humboldt Business School in Minneapolis.On September 8, 1956, she was united in marriage to George Velde, Jr. Ann and...

Margaret Gjerdingen

Margaret Gjerdingen

Jan 20, 2012

Grace Margaret Josephine Dokken Gjerdingen was born January 6, 1920, at her parents' home in Barsness Township, of rural Pope County, Minnesota. Her parents were Emil and Enger (Landmark) Dokken. She was baptized at home by Reverend Belgum from the Barsness church and confirmed in Norwegian by Rev. Palmer at East Zion Lutheran Church, a country church in Pope County....

Alton 'Roger' Jorgenson

Alton 'Roger' Jorgenson

Jan 11, 2012

Alton 'Roger' Jorgenson was born March 30, 1925 in Montevideo, Minnesota, the son of Engebret and Elise (Erlandson) Jorgenson. He was baptized and confirmed by Rev. Martin Lien at St. Petri Lutheran Church in Camp Release Township of Lac Qui Parle County, Minnesota. He grew up in rural Montevideo, attended grade school at District #21, and graduated from Montevideo High...

Janice Haugen

Janice Haugen

Jan 3, 2012

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Anthony John Dittes

Anthony John Dittes

Dec 29, 2011

Anthony (Tony) John Dittes was born on January 23, 1992, at Willmar, Minnesota to parents Timothy and Jodi Dittes. Anthony was baptized as an infant at St. John's Catholic Church in Appleton. Anthony attended the Appleton -Milan Elementary School and Lac qui Parle Valley High School.Tony lived in Appleton and has worked at Don's Food Pride since age 15. He...

Linda Mae Hilleren

Linda Mae Hilleren

Dec 29, 2011

Linda Mae Hilleren was born August 31, 1950 in Willmar, Minnesota, the daughter of LeRoy Bernnard and Marjorie Velora (Campbell) Johnson. She was baptized in August of 2011 by Pastor Amy Juel-Palmer. She grew up in Raymond and graduated from Raymond High School with the Class of 1968. On December 5, 1981, Linda was united in marriage to Gary Arthur...

Darrell L. Skarsten

Darrell L. Skarsten

Dec 26, 2011

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Linda Annetta Kirch

Linda Annetta Kirch

Dec 21, 2011

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Brandy Martinez Barrera

Brandy Martinez Barrera

Dec 17, 2011

Brandy Martinez Barrera passed away on December 17, as the result of an automobile accident. She attained the age of 45 years, 2 months, and 17 days.Brandy was born September 30, 1966, at Honolulu, Hawaii to Romeo and Pauline Barrera. Brandy was united in marriage to Arial Lopez in Las Vegas, Nevada. After high school, Brandy attended nursing school for...

Dennis M. Hanson

Dennis M. Hanson

Dec 15, 2011

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Ashley Marie Brustuen

Ashley Marie Brustuen

Dec 8, 2011

Ashley Marie Brustuen was born May 29, 1988 at Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar to Stuart and Cindy (Hanson) Brustuen. She was baptized July 17, 1988 and confirmed on May 15, 2005, both at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, rural Appleton. Ashley attended Lac qui Parle Valley High School and graduated on May 28, 2006.Ashley enjoyed her dog, "Pups", cats sitting...

Austin D. Mcgeary

Austin D. Mcgeary

Dec 1, 2011

Austin Daniel McGeary was born July 3, 1919, in Marysland Township, Swift County, Minnesota, the son of Patrick Ignatious and Mary (Hughes) McGeary. He was baptized as an infant and confirmed into the Christian faith by Bishop Murray at Visitation Catholic Church in Danvers. He grew up on a farm near Danvers, attended grade school at District #60 and graduated...

Valeida Hazel Anderson

Valeida Hazel Anderson

Nov 28, 2011

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Myrna Vynette Remund

Myrna Vynette Remund

Nov 18, 2011

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Harold T. Ziegler

Harold T. Ziegler

Nov 17, 2011

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Michael Collins

Michael Collins

Nov 17, 2011

Michael Allen Collins was born May 4, 1949 in Benson, Minnesota, the son of Merlyn Dewey and Donna Mae (Svea) Collins. He was baptized and confirmed into the Christian faith. He grew up in Benson and attended Benson Public Schools. Michael was united in marriage to Donna Mae Berens and were able to share in 38 years of marriage. They...