Obituaries

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....

Jan 10, 2022

Kenneth Romaine Dalager, age 92, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, January 10, 2022, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus. Kenneth was born November 14, 1929, in Eagle Bend, Minnesota to John and Serena (Braaten) Dalager. He graduated from Austin High School and later in life attended Austin Vocational Technical School. On March 13, 1948, Kenneth married...

Jan 9, 2022

Joan Marie Underwood, at the age of 58, passed away at her home in Rochester, Minnesota on January 9th, 2022, after a battle with cancer.  Born in Owatonna, Minnesota on June 1, 1963, to Howard Gerald Underwood and Veronica “Roni” Lucille Underwood (Kvasnicka). Joan grew up in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota and graduated from John Marshall...

Jan 8, 2022

Wayne Harold Helgeson, age 94, of Austin passed away January 8, 2022, at Mayo Health Systems- Methodist Hospital in Rochester. Wayne was born on September 1, 1927, in Nevada Township, Mower County, MN, the third of four sons born to Ole K. and Clara (Hanson) Helgeson. Wayne was baptized and confirmed at Six Mile Grove...

Jan 5, 2022

John Albert Anderson , age 87, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at his home in Austin. John was born on December 24, 1934, in Austin, Minnesota, to Albert and Florence (Andersen) Anderson. He graduated from Austin High School in 1953. Following graduation, he enlisted in the Army. John was united in marriage...

Jan 5, 2022

Madonna Rosella Weis , age 93, of Rose Creek, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at her home in Rose Creek. Madonna Schmit was born on November 29, 1928, in Lyle, Minnesota, to George and Christena (Fink) Schmit. She graduated from Rose Creek High School in 1945. Madonna was united in marriage to Maynard Weis...