Obituaries

Jan 25, 2022

Richard H. “Dick” Alger, age 89, of Austin went to heaven at Methodist Hospital in Rochester on Tuesday evening, January 25, 2022 following a 17 month battle with cancer.

Dick was born February 24, 1932 to Floyd Erwin and Rachel Clare (Hanson) Alger in Bemidji, Minnesota.  He spent his boyhood in several small towns including Mason City,...

Jan 24, 2022

Sy Khaoone, age 54, of Austin died Monday, January 24, 2022 at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, Rochester, Minnesota.

Sy was born October 8, 1967 in Laos to Loth and Panh Khaoone. She grew up in Laos and came to America in the early 80s to better her life. She first lived in California, then traveled to Iowa,...

Jan 24, 2022

Demian Hans Enright , age 51, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 after a long and debilitating illness. Demian was born March 20, 1970 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  At four years old, he and his mother moved to California.  Demian returned to Austin to live with his grandparents and his mother followed soon after....

Jan 24, 2022

Susan V. Smith, age 70, of Hayward, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022, at her home in Hayward. Susan Veronica Sweazy was born in Austin, Minnesota to Lawrence and Donna (Adams) Sweazy on June 7, 1951. She grew up in Austin and graduated from Central High School in Austin. On October 2, 1972,...

Jan 24, 2022

Carol Anne (Jameson) Madsen, age 80, passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022, at St. Mark’s Assisted Living in Austin. Carol Anne was born November 16, 1941, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She was affectionately called Peachie by her family members and close friends. She was a loving, caring, and giving person. Carol Anne was one of...

Jan 23, 2022

Richard James Cook, 78, of Austin, Minnesota, died suddenly from a heart attack on Sunday, January 23, 2022.

Richard was born on February 3, 1943, in Spring Valley, Minnesota to Edward and Myrtle Cook.  He graduated from St. Mary’s College in 1965 and subsequently received his Master of Science Degree in Education from Winona State...

Jan 23, 2022

Gerald F. Simonson, age 74, of Hayward Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, January 23, 2022, at his home. Gerald was born May 24, 1947, in Albert Lea Minnesota to Elmer and Marie (Kruger) Simonson. On November 25, 1964, he enlisted into the United States Navy where he served until his honorable discharge on November 24,...

Jan 21, 2022

James Allyn Johnson, 64, of Austin, Minnesota, went to his Eternal home Friday, January 21st, 2022.

He was born on December 19th, 1957, in California to Dale and Winifred (Reed) Johnson. He married Babie Peggy Smith on October 14th, 1995. He loved life and lived his life for God. He loved his boys, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews....

Jan 21, 2022

Sandra L. Gaughran, age 83, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022, at the Legacy of Brownsdale. Sandra Lee Miller was born October 8, 1938, in Austin, Minnesota, to Ervin and Ruth (Davis) Miller. She grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School. On August 19, 1957, Sandra married Adolph...

Jan 19, 2022

William “Bill” Dale Bell , age 82, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away after a lengthy struggle with Alzheimer’s disease on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at his home in Austin. Bill was born on July 30, 1939, in Austin to Donald and Jeanette (Ingvalson) Bell. He graduated from Austin High School in 1958. On June 24, 1971, he...

Jan 17, 2022

Florence M. Blowers, age 84, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022, at Thorne Crest Senior Living Community in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Florence May Bartholomew was born to Charles and Dorothy (Rector) Bartholomew on July 27, 1937, in Mason City, Iowa. She attended Lyle, Minnesota schools and graduated from Austin High School. On June...

Jan 17, 2022

Roger Duane Kraft, age 83, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022, at his home in Austin. He was born on January 14, 1939, in Elkton, Minnesota, to Rudolph and Daphine (Nelson) Kraft in his grandparent’s home. Roger lived his early years on the Elkton farm before his mother moved the family into town....

Jan 16, 2022

Patrick Thomas Sorensen, 47, of Austin, MN, passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, January 16, 2022.

Patrick was born on December 17, 1974, in Rochester, MN to Charlotte and Donald Sorensen of rural Dexter, MN. He helped his father farm for many years and enjoyed the hunting that they...

Jan 16, 2022

Dale W. Anderson, age 93, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Dale was born June 20, 1928, in Spencer, Iowa, to Arthur and Olive (Pitcher) Anderson. He graduated from Spencer High School and went on to attend business school for two years. Dale...

Jan 16, 2022

Sharon Ann Brown, age 84, of Rose Creek passed away peacefully in her sleep the morning of Sunday, January 16, 2022 following her battle with Alzheimer’s disease.  Sharon was known for her kind heart, her drive, and the passion that she had for everything she did.  Sharon was a true role model, an icon, and an inspiration to all...

Jan 14, 2022

Robert E. “Bob” Berg, age 83, of Austin, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Home from cancer and dementia.

Bob was born June 18, 1938, in Grand Meadow, Minnesota to Edwin and Alma (Skaarn) Berg.  He was baptized and confirmed at Grand Meadow Lutheran Church.  Bob was an all-star basketball, baseball, and football...

Jan 13, 2022

Jeanette T. Teigen, age 79, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022, in Austin. Jeanette Tonette Fevold was born April 6, 1942, in Van Hook, North Dakota, to Melvin and Lucille (Snyder) Fevold. On May 25, 1958, Jeanette married Clinton Teigen in Berwick, North Dakota. Their marriage was blessed with three children....

Jan 12, 2022

Rick James Kloeckner, age 63, of Austin, died Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Mayo Health System-Austin.

Rick was born November 28, 1958, in Austin, Minnesota to Sylvester and Frances (Arens) Kloeckner.  He graduated from Austin High School June 1977.

He began his employment with Weyerhaeuser in Austin on January 17, 1978, which later became International...

Jan 12, 2022

Gary E. Uzlik, Jr., age 60, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

The graveside service for Gary will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Grandview Cemetery, Austin. Worlein Funeral Home of Austin is assisting with arrangements.

Jan 11, 2022

RoseMary King, age 82, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Prairie Manor Care Center in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. RoseMary was born in Johnsburg, Minnesota, to Joseph and Julia (Kresbach) Heimer on March 22, 1939. She attended school in Johnsburg through the 8th grade and then attended high school in Adams....