Irene M. Stopyro
Jan 2, 2025
Irene M Stopyro, 95, of Rochester MN passed away at her home, surrounded by family. She was born in Fillmore County on June 21, 1929, to Willie and Elvira (Uden) Grindland. She was raised in Rushford and attended the Grindland School through the eighth grade. She graduated from Rushford High School in 1947 and married John Stopyro on August...
Julie Lynn Hemker
Jan 1, 2025
Julie Hemker (Romo), 64, of Rochester, formerly of Wanamingo, passed away on January 1, 2025, after a brief battle with brain cancer. Her final moments were surrounded by the love, laughter, and presence of those nearest and dearest to her.
Julie led an exceptionally full life, leaving a lasting impact on everyone she encountered. As a daughter,...
Dang Thanongrit
Jan 1, 2025
In Memoriam
Dang Thanongrit of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully on January 1st, 2025, at the age of 103.
Born in China to Duong and Lot Thanongrit, Dang began his life as a farmer before relocating to Laos. He eventually settled in the United States in 1984.
He is reunited with his beloved...
Robert “Bob” Brunett
Dec 31, 2024
Robert "Bob" Brunett, 78 of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 with his wife by his side.
Bob was born on November 27, 1946 in Ames, IA to Robert and Alberta (Kreier) Brunett. The family moved to Wisconsin, and Bob graduated from Cameron High School. He then graduated from University of Wisconsin at Eau...
Rita M. Semerad
Dec 30, 2024
Rita (Bacovsky) Semerad
Sadly, our beloved, Rita (Bacovsky) Semerad, 77, of Rochester, MN passed away on December 30, 2024, after years of bravely battling kidney and congestive heart failure. Rita was born on January 11, 1947, to Paul and Bertha (Mantz) Bacovsky in Menomonee Falls, WI. After graduating from Menomonee Falls High School (1965), she...
Gerald “Jerry” Drysdale
Dec 29, 2024
Jerry Drysdale died on December 29 th , 2024. He was born July 2, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio to Beryl and Jane (Cutting) Drysdale.
Jerry lived with his paternal grandmother for a time and attended school in Eyota. He finished school in Owatonna. He worked in Faribault for a few years before returning to Rochester. He worked...
Kathryn M. Carroll
Dec 27, 2024
Kathy passed away in the early morning of December 27th.
Kathy was born July 6th, 1951, and was the daughter of John & Agnes Mulligan. Kathy had one sister, Mary (Richard) Samberg of Springfield, MA and one brother Mike Mulligan of Lakewood, WA. She is preceded in death by the love of her life Mike and both...
Duane “Dewey” Lee
Dec 27, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Duane (Dewey) Levi Lee on December 27, 2024. Duane was born in Lanesboro, MN on September 14, 1942, where he grew up. He graduated from Lanesboro High School and loved playing baseball with his two brothers Allen and Vernon, and their friends. He served in the United States...
Katherine Lee Palmer
Dec 26, 2024
Katherine "Cathy" Lee (Olsen) Palmer, 83, of Rochester, MN, died Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital St. Marys Campus.
Katherine Lee Olsen was born along with twin sister Karen Marie on December 23, 1941. She was raised in Albert Lea by Harold and Lillian (Horning) Olsen. After marrying Erwin Palmer, the couple moved to Rochester...
Kathryn “Kathy” Haen
Dec 25, 2024
Kathryn "Kathy" Joan Haen (née Asche Ammerman) was born on September 15, 1935, to George and Tena (Asche) Ammerman on the family farm. At the age of three, Kathy contracted polio, which affected her legs. With the unwavering support of her older brother, Don, he pulled her to and from country school in a wagon, until she regained her...
Meredeth H. Howard
Dec 24, 2024
Meredeth Helen Howard, of Rochester, MN passed away Tuesday December 24, 2024.
Meredeth was born November 7, 1975, in Red Wing, MN to Charles Howard and Aileen (Dettmer)Hyke. Meredeth grew up and lived the rest of her life in Rochester, MN. She graduated from Mayo High School in 1994.
Meredeth worked in several fields, most...
Annella “Nelle” Doyle
Dec 24, 2024
Annella "Nelle" M. Doyle, passed away on December 24, 2024. She is survived by her children, Joseph E. (Maryanne) Doyle and Jane Sagen, and their families.
Thomas William Hain
Dec 24, 2024
Thomas William Hain, age 62, of Rochester, MN, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 24, 2024, at his home.
Tom was born on April 26, 1962, to Robert & Neva Hain in Rochester.
With an adventurous spirit and love for life, he made a name for himself during his time at Mayo High...
Catherine Ann Streiff
Dec 21, 2024
Catherine Ann Streiff, age 91, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2024, at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester, MN. She was born January 18th, 1933. Cathy grew up on her family farm near Oronoco. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1950 and attended Rochester Community College, where she met John Streiff. They were married in 1952 at St Bernard's...
James T. Hulsebus
Dec 21, 2024
James Thomas Hulsebus April 7, 1953 – December 21, 2024
James Thomas Hulsebus, 71, of Rochester, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2024, at Cascade Creek Memory Care in Rochester, MN.
Jim was born on April 7, 1953, in Harlan, IA, to John and Virginia (Philson) Hulsebus. He grew up in Harlan,...
Marilynn “Tootie” Brown
Dec 21, 2024
MARILYNN "TOOTIE" BROWN
Born July 22, 1934 – Died December 21, 2024, at age 90 years and 6 months.
Marilynn "Tootie" Brown died peacefully at Season's Hospice on December 21, 2024. She was surrounded by loving family and a serene, peaceful environment.
Marilynn was born on July 22, 1934, at St. Marys Hospital...
Dominic A. Stensrud
Dec 20, 2024
Dominic Anthony Stensrud – Rochester
Dominic Anthony Stensrud, 34, of Rochester, MN died Friday, December 20, 2024.
Dominic was born on January 7, 1990, in Rochester, MN to Ross Stensrud and Sandy McCullough, (Stensrud). He graduated in 2008 from Century High School in Rochester, MN. He lived most of his life in Rochester, MN.
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William E. “Billy” Connelly
Dec 19, 2024
William E. (Billy) Connelly passed away on Thursday, December 19, 2024, at St. Marys Hospital. He was born on September 16, 1942, in Rochester, MN to Paul and Myrle Connelly and was one of nine children raised on the farm.
He graduated from Lourdes High School in 1960 and went on to join the Army National Guard...
Sylvester “Rex” Kellner
Dec 19, 2024
Sylvester "Rex" Kellner, age 87 of Rochester died Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester, MN.
Sylvester "Rex" James Kellner was born October 24, 1937 in Wesley, IA to Mathias and Mary (Foertsch) Kellner. He lived and attended school in Wesley, IA until 1948 when his family moved to the Stewartville, MN area. He served...
