Obituaries
Monica Ann Lund
May 19, 2026
Monica Ann Lund, age 59, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at her home. Monica was born on September 18, 1966, to Lowell and Delores (Underdahl) Lund in Rake, Iowa. She was a high school graduate and a long-time employee of Hardees followed by Burger King. Monica was the proud mother of one daughter, Marissa. She...
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...
Richard "Dick" Charles Waldman
Dec 7, 2025
Richard “Dick” Charles Waldman, age 90, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at Benedictine Living Community – Rochester Madonna Towers.
Richard was born on January 27, 1935, to John and Irene Waldman at his paternal grandparent's house in Mansfield, Ohio. Richard had four siblings: Marilyn (deceased), Karen (deceased), Judy, and John.
He spent much of his earliest years...
JoAnn Pauline Lancaster
Jun 3, 2026
JoAnn Pauline (Voxland) Lancaster, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
JoAnn lived in Austin Minnesota since 2001 and was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, before moving into St. Mark’s Assisted Living in 2022. JoAnn was born on October 25, 1934, in Holden Township, Goodhue County Minnesota, to Walter and Leona (Ramstad) Voxland. JoAnn grew up on her...
Cermen Kerry Hadley
May 24, 2026
Cermen Kerry Hadley, age 19, of Saginaw, Michigan, and formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at his home in Saginaw.
The funeral service for Cermen will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home in Austin.
Darlene Fern Erickson
Nov 5, 2025
Darlene Fern Erickson, age 93, of Kasson, MN, passed away peacefully in her sleep, November 5, 2025, at Prairie Meadows Senior Living. Darlene was born June 26, 1932, in Austin, MN, the daughter of Wilburn (Ted) and Florence Johnson. She graduated from Austin High School in 1950, marrying Ernest Lechnir, Jr., January 7, 1951. They later divorced. Darlene and Robert...
Barbara "Barb" Gayle (Ryan) Hage
Dec 18, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara “Barb” Gayle (Ryan) Hage on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Austin on June 28, 1947, to George and Edith (Jahn) Ryan, Barb spent most of her life in the Austin community. A devoted mother and grandmother, she was known for her love of family, outgoing...
Terraine Romae Holmen
Jun 20, 2026
Terraine Romae Holmen, age 60, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Methodist Campus.
Services are pending. Hoff Celebrations – Worlein Chapel, Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.
Barbara Ruth Williams
Jun 19, 2026
Barbara “Barb” Ruth (Bell) Williams, age 79, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, at her family home, surrounded by her loved ones. Barbara was born in Austin, Minnesota on April 30, 1947, to Albert and Ruth (Thompson) Bell. She grew up in Austin and went to Austin schools. She and had 2 daughters, Tammy and Tiffany. In...
Kenneth Ross Johnston
Jun 15, 2026
Kenneth Ross Johnston, age 69, of Adams, Minnesota, and formerly of Pine Island, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026, at Cedar Court in Adams.
A celebration of Ken’s life will be held from 10:00-12:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home in Austin. Worlein-Hoff Funeral Homes of Austin are assisting the family with arrangements.
Deborah Susan Krachmer
Jun 11, 2026
Deborah Susan Krachmer, 75, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on June 11, 2026, at her home in Austin.
Debbie was born on November 7, 1950, in Austin, Minnesota, to Richard Miller and Olive Hissett. She grew up in Austin and graduated from high school, later completing some college. Deborah dedicated much of her life to caring for others, working as a caregiver.
Debbie...
Elijah "Eli" Ramin George
Jun 8, 2026
Elijah “Eli” Ramin George, age 27, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, June 8, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, St. Marys Campus, after a long battle with alcohol addiction. Eli was born on October 17, 1998, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Rebecca Charlson and Bradley George. He grew up in the Austin area and attended Austin Public Schools.
Eli...
Barbara Ann O'Connor
Jun 6, 2026
Barbara A. O’Connor, age 92, of Blooming Prairie, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at her home. Barbara Ann Angell was born on August 26, 1933, in Austin, Minnesota, to Perl and Mildred (Vasey) Angell. Barbara grew up in Newry Township, attended country school, and graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1951. On January 3, 1952, Barbara...
David Allan Smith
Jun 3, 2026
David Allan Smith, age 77, passed away in Albert Lea, Minnesota at Good Samaritan Society, on June 3, 2026. He passed peacefully in his sleep. David was born October 29, 1948. His parents were Vernon W. Smith and Evelyn Langfald Smith. He is survived by siblings, Roxann Crane, Pam O’Leary, Gregory Smith, Valerie Rogers, Doug Smith, and Loraine Cole. David...
Kathryn Jean Miller
Jun 3, 2026
Kathryn J. Miller, age 85, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at home surrounded by her family in Austin. Kathryn Jean Titus was born on April 15, 1941, in Austin, Minnesota, to Clyde Jr. and Evelyn (Schuiltz) Titus. She graduated from Austin High School in 1959. On January 24, 1960, Kathy was united in marriage to...
Marlys Mae Farris
May 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of one of Austin’s daughters, Marlys Farris. She was born Marlys Bray, of Austin, in May of 1934. While attending Austin High School, she met her future husband, Richard (Dick) Farris as he was known back then. They were married on Christmas Eve in 1951, while he was on...
Donna Mae Kallman
May 29, 2026
Donna Mae (Howe) Kallman, 94, of Lakeville, Minnesota, formerly of Austin, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2026, at The Waters of Kingsley Shores in Lakeville.
Donna was born on March 25, 1932, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Marvin and Alice (Baxell) Howe. She graduated from Minneapolis South High School in 1950, where she met the love of her life,...
Kay Janice Miller
May 27, 2026
Kay Janice (Peterson) Miller, age 86, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester, Saint Marys Campus. Kay was born June 4, 1939, in Austin, Minnesota, to Marion and Gladys (Seavey) Peterson. She was baptized and confirmed at Red Oak Grove Lutheran Church and graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1957.
Kay married...
Phyllis Kay Buzzard
May 26, 2026
Phyllis Kay Buzzard, age 85, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, at St. Mark’s Living in Austin. She was born June 28, 1940, to Olaf and Maxine Hanson, and was a graduate of Austin High School, Class of 1958.
Phyllis worked as a nurse’s aide, home health aide, and later for the Mower Council...
Bernice Irene Lindahl
May 25, 2026
Bernice I. Lindahl, age 97, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Grand Meadow Care Center. Bernice Irene Weber was born on October 23, 1928, in Austin, Minnesota, to Reinhold and Rosie (Chapek) Weber. She graduated from Austin High School in 1948. Following graduation she began working at Hormel. She worked for Hormel for 43 years...
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