Obituaries
Seth Alan VanPelt
Nov 25, 2024
Seth Alan VanPelt, age 43, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, November 25, 2024, at his home in Austin, Minnesota. Seth was born on March 27, 1981, in Austin, to Keith VanPelt and Cheryl (Miller) VanPelt. He graduated from Austin High School in 1999 and following high school he attended Riverland and received a certificate...
Edward Charles Tuchek
Nov 24, 2024
Edward Charles Tuchek, age 89, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society – Albert Lea, Minnesota. Edward was born in Austin, Minnesota to Charles and Esther (Johnson) Tuchek on April 14, 1935. He graduated from Austin High School and served his country in the United States Army. Edward dedicated 26 years of his...
Bradley "Brad" Jon Hines
Nov 23, 2024
Bradley “Brad” Jon Hines, age 66, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024, with his family at his side. Brad was born on February 27, 1958, in Austin, to Eldon and Berniece (Peterson) Hines. He graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1976. Brad married the love of his life, Wendy Sue Schewe, on December 3,...
Wilma Gorham Eppen
Nov 22, 2024
Wilma Gorham Eppen, age 79, of Elkton, Minnesota, passed peacefully into her eternal rest on November 22, 2024. Wilma was born and raised in Saratoga Springs, New York. After graduating from high school, she embarked on a varied and fascinating life journey that included many different jobs and adventures. She worked on cruise ships in the Caribbean and Baltic Seas....
Beverley Darleen Peck
Nov 22, 2024
Beverley “Bev” D. Peck, age 95, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, November 22, 2024, in Austin. Beverley Darleen Scheffel was born on August 2, 1929, in Austin, Minnesota, to Roy and Julia (Dvorak) Scheffel. She grew up on a farm near London and attended grade school in London. During her high school years, Bev...
Marcella Audrey Shimmon
Nov 20, 2024
Marcella Audrey Shimmon, age 85, of Fridley, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at Guardian Angels Care Center in Elk River. Marcella was born on May 7, 1939, in Austin, Minnesota, to Frederick and Audrey (Brandt) Watkins. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in education from Mankato State University. On August 25, 1960, Marcella married Bryce Shimmon. With their...
Blanche Marie Stadheim
Nov 19, 2024
Blanche Marie Stadheim, age 100, of Rochester, Minnesota formerly of Lyle, Minnesota, passed away on the morning of November 19th, 2024. Blanche went to be with her folks, husband and son in heaven. She died in the arms of her daughter which was a familiar place for her.
Blanche was born on May 7, 1924, to Harry George and Agnes Josephine (Junek)...
Dianne Rose Brandt
Nov 18, 2024
Dianne Rose Brandt, age 81, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Sacred Heart Care Center in Austin. Dianne was born July 31, 1943, in Austin, Minnesota, to Martin and Vivian (Struck) Kuntz. She attended St. John’s School through the 8th grade and in 1961, graduated from Austin High School. Dianne was united in marriage to...
Betsy Ione Retterath
Nov 18, 2024
Betsy I. Retterath, age 88, of Austin, Minnesota, died Monday, November 18, 2024, at Good Samaritan Society - Comforcare of Austin, Minnesota.
Betsy Ione Bjork was born August 2, 1936, the daughter of Fred and Mabel (Thorseth) Bjork. She graduated from Austin High School in 1954. Betsy married John (Huntz) Retterath on May 3, 1956, in Johnsburg, Minnesota. They raised their...
Phyllis Jean Helgeson
Nov 17, 2024
Phyllis Jean (Dockstader) Helgeson, age 99, passed away peacefully at her home in rural Rose Creek on Sunday, November 17, 2024, just a few days before her 100th birthday. Phyllis was born on November 22, 1924, in Otranto, Iowa, to Harry and Lucy (Dockum) Dockstader.
Phyllis graduated from Otranto High School in 1942 where she was involved in many activities and...
Linda Lee Langstaff
Nov 17, 2024
Linda Lee Langstaff, age 81, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at The Cedars of Austin. Linda was the second of five children born to Alfred and Alice Waller on July 11, 1943, in Austin, Minnesota. She spent most of her life in and around Austin. Linda graduated from Austin High School, where she was a...
David Lee Schubert
Nov 17, 2024
David Lee Schubert, age 82, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus. Dave was born February 3, 1942, in Owatonna, Minnesota, to Reuben and Florence (Kotz) Schubert. When he was seven, the family moved to Austin, where he grew up and attended Catholic schools. In March 1976, Dave married...
Dillon Duane Easton
Nov 17, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the devastating loss of Dillon Duane Easton. He passed on November 17, 2024, peacefully in his sleep at the young age of 26.
Dillon was born to Jody and David Easton in Austin, Minnesota. Dillon graduated from Blooming Prairie High School and was currently a student in one of Riverland Community College’s agricultural...
Aaron Clayton Olson
Nov 7, 2024
Aaron Clayton Olson, age 40, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his home. Aaron was born on January 27, 1984, in Austin to Alfred “Al” and Maxine “Mickey” (Hansen) Olson. He lived in Austin his entire life attending Neveln Elementary School, Ellis Middle School, and Austin High School. Aaron acquired his GED. He worked various...
Raul Francis Duenes
Nov 7, 2024
Raul Francis Duenes, age 75, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at his home in Austin. Raul was born on September 2, 1949, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Natividad and Guadalupe (Luna) Duenes. He enjoyed being in nature – he especially loved fishing and long walks. Raul found peace while overlooking the lakes. He also enjoyed...
Suzanne "Sue" Kay Shawback
Nov 4, 2024
Suzanne "Sue" Kay Shawback, age 71, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. Sue greatly enjoyed baking, crafts, and Lifetime movies. Most of all, she cherished her time with friends and family.
Sue is survived by her daughters, Shelly (Kenny) Wibben and Gina (Steve) Wibben; grandchildren, KateLyn, Kayanna, Nicholas, Seara, Coddie, Miranda, Rayden;...
Edward Olaf Ivers
Nov 3, 2024
Edward Olaf Ivers, age 93, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at South Grove Lodge in Austin, Minnesota. Edward was born on October 28, 1931, in Cresco, Iowa to Sever and Lena (Wilken) Ivers. In 1949, he graduated from Harmony High School and went on to continue his education at Dunwoody and the University of Minnesota. In January of...
John Edward Priebe
Nov 2, 2024
John Edward Priebe, 78, passed away at St. Mark’s Living on November 2, 2024, after a lingering illness. John was born in Minneapolis on March 17, 1946, to Edward L. Priebe and Juliana Priebe Schaum. His father’s profession took the family to many towns and cities throughout the United States, notably Akron, OH, Pittsburgh, PA and Milton, FL. In 1964,...
Verna Mae Magnuson
Oct 29, 2024
Verna M. Magnuson, age 92, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at St. John’s Lutheran Community on Fountain Lake in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Verna Mae Jolson was born on December 13, 1931, in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, to Albert and Nellie (Lea) Jolson. As a child, Verna was very active in 4H and was an excellent seamstress. She...
Ann Marie Maxfield
Oct 28, 2024
Ann Marie Maxfield, age 69, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024, at her home in rural Austin, Minnesota surrounded by her family. Ann was born on October 14, 1955, in Albert Lea, Minnesota to Dennis and Marilyn (Jenkins) Kramer. On April 19, 1973, she married the love of her life, Gus Maxfield at Queen of Angels Catholic Church in...
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