Obituaries

Apr 3, 2025

Timothy Allen Fairclough, 67, passed peacefully with family by his side on April 3, 2025. His determination, spirit of volunteerism and love of the outdoors will be fondly remembered by his family and friends.

Tim was the youngest child of Thomas and Alice (Erickson) Fairclough and was born on June 23, 1957. He married Kari (Hansen) on...

Apr 2, 2025

Randall Robert Schoenfelder, 81, a retired lifetime Rochester farmer, cut his last swath on Wednesday, April 2 at Samaritan Bethany Care Center following complications of pneumonia/congestive heart failure.

Randy was born October 9, 1943 in Rochester, to Robert"Bob" and Helen(Sheehan) Schoenfelder. He graduated from Lourdes High School in 1962 and attended the U of M for a...

Apr 2, 2025

Andrew Boswell, born on December 29, 1973, in Rochester, Minnesota, passed away in his home on April 2, 2025. He was 51 years old.

A proud graduate of John Marshall High School, Andrew went on to pursue technical training at Dakota County Technical College, where he studied to become an electrical lineman. His dedication to his craft...

Apr 1, 2025

John Peter Geier, aged 80, passed away on April 1, 2025, at Madonna Towers in Rochester, MN, surrounded by loved ones. John was born on February 1, 1945, to Victor and Anna Geier, in Bremerton, Washington.

At 17, John served in the United States Navy from 1962- 1966, spending 2 years in Hawaii working in the commissary,...

Mar 31, 2025

Patricia Lynn Spitzack-Havlish (Curry) passed away on March 31, 2025, surrounded by loving neighbors.

Patti was born on August 17, 1955, in Rochester, MN, to Harold and LaVerne (Finley) Curry. She was the oldest of nine children—two sisters and six brothers. Patti grew up in the countryside surrounding Rochester and later moved within the city limits.

Mar 31, 2025

Patricia Lucille Flynn Kasey went to heaven on Monday, March 31, 2025. She had a second stroke seven months ago and it took her voice. That was difficult on Patty, but she found other ways to communicate.

Patricia was born at St. Marys Hospital, Rochester on March 11, 1942, to Lucille (Nigon) and Steve Flynn. She was...

Mar 29, 2025

Santo "Sandy" Salvadore Russo (92) of Rochester made a peaceful departure from our world to Heaven on March 29, 2025, ending a remarkable life that was filled with love, devotion, compassion, and many wonderful memories. Sandy passed away at Willows & Waters where he lived for the past year and a half. Sandy remained graceful and dignified while battling...

Mar 27, 2025

Willard Arthur Manthey Born: June 19, 1930 Died: March 27, 2025

Willard (Bill) Manthey was born to Agnes and Arthur Manthey in the early summer of 1930. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, father, father-in-law, grandfather and great grandfather. His family adored his good nature and strong work ethic.

Bill was a veteran of...

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...