Obituaries

Mar 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Margaret Carol Armstrong, known affectionately as Peggy, who left this world on March 25, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on June 23, 1933, in Watertown, South Dakota, she was the beloved daughter of Carl and Mildred (Knutsen) Hanson. A true pioneer of her time, Peggy attended...

Mar 25, 2025

Mary Ann O'Rourke (nee Dendinger) 3/24/1933 – 3/25/2025

Faith-filled. Loving. Generous. Outgoing. Mary Ann was all these things and more. She devoted her life to others: God, her Catholic faith, her husband, family, friends, neighbors and the less fortunate. Always eager to extend a friendly greeting, add friends to her circle, and graciously invite those to our...

Mar 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Deborah Rae Schwartz, age 67, of Eyota, Minnesota, who departed this life on March 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at St. Mary's Hospital. Born on November 22, 1957 to Wayne and Ardith (Helgerson) Hanson, Deborah was a cherished daughter, mother, sister, and friend whose compassionate spirit...

Mar 22, 2025

Raymond (Ray) Joseph Alberts passed away on March 22 nd , 2025 surrounded by his loving children, at the age of 96.

Ray was born on November 30 th , 1928 in Fountain, MN and was the only child of Wayne and Burnetta Alberts. He went to Lourdes High School, where he played and developed his love...

Mar 18, 2025

Margaret Ann Hansen, 87, of Rochester, MN, went to her great reward on March 18, 2025.  Margaret was living at Madonna Towers Benedictine Living at the time of her death, where she was wonderfully cared for in Assisted Living and Memory Care during her final years.

Margaret was born on June 2, 1937 and grew up on...

Mar 17, 2025

Virginia Kay (Ginny) Donney 66yrs 1/1/59- 3/17/25 of Carbondale IL.

Ginny was born on January 1 st , 1959, in Rochester Minn. to Laura Mae (Strub) and Clifford Frank Donney. She is survived by her Partner of 30yrs William Place of Tamaroa IL., four brothers Charles (Sandy) Donney, Capt, SC, USN (Ret) of Jacksonville, Fl, Joseph Donney  ...

Mar 17, 2025

It is with great sorrow to share the news that our loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Patricia Jack, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 17, 2025.

She was born on March 24,1953 in Rochester, MN, to Eugene and Mary Ann (Caflisch) Jack. Pat was a 1971 graduate of Chosen Valley High School, Chatfield, MN....

Mar 17, 2025

Gerald W. "Jerry" Roney – Kasson, MN

Gerald Wallace Roney, 77, of Kasson, MN, died Monday, March 17, 2025, at home.

Jerry was born on May 17, 1947, in Decorah, IA to Wallace and Elva Roney. He graduated from John Marshall High School in Rochester, MN in 1965. On January 28, 1967, he married Linda...

Mar 16, 2025

Baerbel Kaete Rehder, née Reiners – Rochester

Baerbel Kaete Rehder, age 95, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Supportive Living of the Charter House on March 16, 2025. She was born May 27, 1929, in Oldenburg, Germany, where she practiced as a registered pediatric nurse. Later, she trained and practiced as a licensed physical therapist. After...

Mar 15, 2025

Nathaniel Calvert, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and pioneer in the field of technology, passed away peacefully March 15, 2025, at the age of 77.

Born on October 19, 1947, in West Point, Mississippi, Nathaniel was one of seven sons born to Vance and Flora Calvert.

Nathaniel was first married to Etrulia, with whom he...

Mar 14, 2025

Sister Kathryn Minar, 81, a Franciscan Sister of the Congregation of Our Lady of Lourdes, Rochester, Minnesota, died at Assisi Heights on Friday, March 14, 2025.

Kathryn Ann Minar was born on April 28, 1943, in Northfield, Minnesota, to James and Agnes (Zelenka) Minar. She was very proud of her Czech heritage. Her father's baptismal name was...

Mar 13, 2025

Anna Mae Lennington (formerly Whitcomb) passed away March 13, 2025. A celebration of her life will be held at Peace United Church of Christ in Rochester, MN on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Visitation will be held at 10:00 and the Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00. She was cremated and will eventually be buried beside her...

Mar 12, 2025

David Ervin Nelson, 88, of Rochester, MN, cast out his final line and passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025 with his children by his side.

Dave was born on June 30, 1936 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, MN to Ervin "Bud" and Ruth (O'Connell) Nelson. He grew up on a small farm in Simpson, MN...

Mar 11, 2025

Lisa Diane Prichard, age 55, of Ames, Iowa, died Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Lisa was born on May 11, 1969, in Davenport, Iowa, to Philip L. and Delaine G. Prichard (formerly Woelber). As a child, academics were important to her. Lisa graduated as...

Mar 9, 2025

Mabel Rosella Wagner, age 96, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at her home in Rochester, MN, surrounded by loved ones. Mabel was born on July 10, 1928, to Clifford and Josephine Brekke in Ellington Township of Dodge County, Minnesota. Mabel was a child of the Great Depression and the oldest of eight children. She graduated from District...

Mar 8, 2025

Wilma Marie Satren, 103, of Wanamingo, MN, passed away at St. Marys Hospital on March 8, 2025.

She was born and raised in NEW York Mills, MN, the youngest of three girls. In 1942 she came to Wanamingo to teach where she met John Satren. They were married in May 1944 and raised their family. Wilma was...

Mar 7, 2025

Randall J. "Randy" Alexander, 66 of Rochester, MN died March 7, 2025 peacefully at home with his wife by his side, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Randy was born July 22, 1958 in Rochester to David and Alyce (Ivers) Alexander. He graduated from Mayo High School in 1976. He attended University of MN Duluth and graduated...

Mar 7, 2025

Laureen Margaret Stelley, 86, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, at Seasons Hospice House, surrounded by the love of her devoted family. Her peaceful departure marked the end of a remarkable life filled with love, devotion, and countless memories that will live on forever.

Born on August 27, 1938, in Primrose, Nebraska, Laureen was the third...

Mar 4, 2025

Jeanette J. Nichols, age 93, of Rochester peacefully passed away on March 4, 2025, at her home at Shorewood Commons. Jeanette was born on June 16, 1931, in Rochester, Minnesota, the youngest of 9 children (8 girls and 1 boy) to Felix and Helen Lica. Jeanette's father died when Jeanette was only 8. After her father's death the family...

Mar 2, 2025

Larry Eugene Brandt, 74, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family at his Rochester, MN home on March 2, 2025.  Born on July 4, 1950 to Durward and Nina (Litsey) Brandt in Cando, ND, Larry grew up on a farm near Rock Lake, ND.  His family was active in the Cando Brethren Church, which formed the foundation of his...