Obituaries
Lucy "Cookie" Rodgers
Oct 11, 2025
In Loving Memory of Lucy "Cookie" LaBrash Rodgers, June 7, 1942 – October 11, 2025.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, and friend, Lucy Rodgers, on October 11, 2025. Lucy was born in Kasson, MN on June 7, 1942. She lived her life with kindness, generosity, and a deep love for her...
Chere Lynn Eng
Oct 10, 2025
Chere Lynn Eng, age 68, of Austin, MN, passed away on Friday, October 10, 2025, at her home. Chere was born August 10, 1957, in Lake Zurich, IL, the daughter of Rudy and Dorothy (Monninger) Kostan. She graduated from Lake Zurich High School and went on to attend Winona State University. Chere continued her education in Albert Lea for Cosmetology.
Chere...
William "Bill" Henry Ryther
Oct 8, 2025
William “Bill” Henry Ryther, age 76, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at his home. Bill was born on October 13, 1948, in Austin, Minnesota, to Arthur L. and Lois B. (Vasey) Ryther. He was educated and grew up in rural Austin, living here his entire life. Bill graduated from Austin High School in 1966. He...
Annabelle "Anne" Rose Waldman
Oct 8, 2025
Annabelle Rose Bump was born January 15, 1937. She spent most of her formative years in Cleveland, OH alongside her Vaudevillian parents, Victor and Gladys Bump and her sole sibling, Bob Bump. When attending Ohio State, Annabelle met and married the love of her life, Dr. Richard Charles Waldman. She was just 19 years old when she and Richard were...
Tim Colby Krachmer
Oct 7, 2025
Tim Colby Krachmer, age 75, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his home.
A private family service will be held at a later date. Worlein-Hoff Funeral Homes of Austin are assisting the family with arrangements.
Doreen Gladys Adams
Oct 6, 2025
Doreen Gladys (Bechtel) Adams, age 87, of Austin, MN, went home to the Lord on October 6, 2025. Doreen was born in Buffalo Center Iowa, the daughter of William and Louise (Voss) Bechtel and one of ten children. She was a graduate of Sherburn High School and was always known to be “quick with the answers.”
She married John Adams on May...
Jesse Robert Morgan
Oct 6, 2025
Jesse Robert Morgan, age 41, of Wells, Minnesota, passed away Monday, October 6, 2025, at his home. Jesse was born on April 30, 1984, in Austin, Minnesota, to Steven and Mary Morgan. He graduated from Austin High School in 2002 and continued his education at Riverland Community College and Mankato State University. Jesse taught elementary physical education and was a high...
Roger Allen Kruger
Oct 6, 2025
Roger Allen Kruger, age 87, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, October 6, 2025. Roger was born on July 4, 1938, in Blooming Prairie, Minnesota to Clayton and Clara (Nelson) Kruger. On October 20, 1962, Roger was united in marriage to Karen Kay Lightley in Blooming Prairie. He worked for many years at Hormel Foods...
Susanne "Sue" Marie Bowman
Oct 4, 2025
Susanne M. Bowman, age 69, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society – Comforcare, in Austin from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Susanne Marie Butler was born on July 29, 1956, in Austin, Minnesota to Robert and Louise (Schradle) Butler. She graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1974. Sue attended Austin Vo-Tech and graduated...
Colten David Burk
Oct 3, 2025
Colten David Burk, age 36, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025, in Hayfield, Minnesota. Colten was born on July 9, 1989, in Dallas, Texas, to Kael Burk. Colten attended Milford High School in Milford, Texas. In 2020, Colten moved to Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. He worked at Stimpert Homes in Sleepy Eye for a year before he...
Duane Lewis Champlin
Oct 3, 2025
Duane Lewis Champlin, 70, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, October 3rd, 2025, at his home in Austin with his loving wife and best friend, Julie by his side.
Duane was born November 1st, 1954, in Austin, Minnesota, to Ory Ann and Donald Champlin. A 1973 graduate of Austin High School, Duane devoted many years of his life to working...
Richard Craig Lewis
Oct 2, 2025
Richard Craig Lewis, 67, of Two Rivers, Wisconsin, passed away at his home on October 2, 2025. Born on April 6, 1958, in El Paso, Texas, Richard was the son of Ann and Roswell Lewis. He grew up in Kearny, New Jersey, attended Queen of Peace High School, and later studied at Kean College, Winona State University, and St. John’s University,...
Dawn Marie Peterson
Sep 29, 2025
Dawn M. Peterson, age 68, of rural Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at her home after battling cancer on Monday, September 29, 2025. Dawn Marie Christianson was born on March 19, 1957, in Austin, Minnesota, to Nathan and Viola (Iverson) Christianson. She graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1975. Following graduation, Dawn attended Austin Community College and earned her...
Matthew James Wagner
Sep 28, 2025
Matthew James Wagner, age 68, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025, at his home. He was born on May 7, 1957, to John and Elaine (Caffes) Wagner. He was their 3rd son. Matt grew up in Austin, Minnesota, in a vibrant neighborhood. There was always a game or activity to join in on. He attended and graduated from...
Rita Mary Jette
Sep 25, 2025
Rita Mary (Wenkel) Jette , age 88, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away, Thursday, September 25, 2025, at The Cedars in Austin. Rita was born on August 23, 1937, to Irvin and Phyllis (Senesac) Wenkel in Mankato, Minnesota.
Rita began school at St. Peter and Paul’s in Mankato when she lived on Marsh Street. She received a library card when she was in...
Jaroldine Jovita Murphy
Sep 23, 2025
Jaroldine J. (Lee) Murphy, age 97, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at St. Mark’s Living in Austin. Jeri was born on May 21, 1928, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She graduated from Wells High School in 1946 and continued her education at St. Catherine University, graduating in 1948. Following college, she began teaching kindergarten and grade school...
Michael Randall Odegaard
Sep 17, 2025
Michael Randall Odegaard, age 43, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus, after courageously battling multiple myeloma for over five years. Michael was born on December 12, 1981, in Austin. He was the beloved son of the late Diana Johnson and Randy Odegaard. He grew up in Austin and graduated...
Duane Dale Mattick
Sep 17, 2025
Duane Dale Mattick, age 86, of Lyle, Minnesota, passed away, Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the Stacyville Community Nursing Home. Duane was born December 5, 1938, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to Walter and Lula (Sauer) Mattick. He graduated from Austin High School in 1956 and went on to serve his country in the United States Navy. In 1962, he married...
Sandra Marie Benner
Sep 15, 2025
Sandra Marie Benner, age 74, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away, Monday, September 15, 2025, at St. Mark’s Living in Austin. Sandra was born June 26, 1951, to Elmer and Patricia (Anderson) Weber in Austin, Minnesota. She attended Austin High School and later obtained her GED, followed by a medical secretary certificate from Riverland Community College in Austin. She dedicated many...
Ada Lorraine Mathews
Sep 14, 2025
Ada Lorraine Mathews, age 78, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Our House Memory Care in Austin. Ada was born March 15, 1947, in rural Luther, Boone County, Iowa, to Cleo Sr. and Mary (Russell) Carroll. She graduated from Boone High School in 1966. Ada spent many years in laundry services, as well as working as...
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