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Rochester, MN Obituaries

William “Bill” J. Schneider

William “Bill” J. Schneider

Oct 29, 2024

William J. Schneider, Zumbrota MN

Williams James Schneider, 80, died October 29 th , 2024, at his home surrounded by family.  He leaves behind his wife Kaye (Skarsten) three children, Kristin (Tony) Mueller of Zumbrota, Robyn Budensiek of Rosemount, Jeff (Shalon) Schneider of Oronoco; seven grandchildren, Jordyn Budensiek, Kennedy Mueller-Peters, Addison Mueller, Lexie Budensiek, William Mueller, Claire...

Linda E. Andrist

Linda E. Andrist

Oct 28, 2024

Linda Elizabeth (Snowden) Andrist passed away at home surrounded by her family on October 28, 2024.

Linda Elizabeth Snowden was born on February 14, 1941, in Elizabeth City, NC to John Snowden and Ann "Sis" Snowden.

Linda is survived by her husband, Kenneth; children Troy (Melissa) Andrist; their children Dacia (Chris) Talmo, their children Claire...

Clarice M. Mcglinch

Clarice M. Mcglinch

Oct 27, 2024

Clarice Mae (Garrotto) McGlinch, 92, died October 27, 2024, at Madonna Towers in Rochester. She leaves behind her four children, Mark (Marcia) of Rochester, Brian (Pamela) of Baxter, Jane of Rochester, and Peg of Washington, D.C.; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her sister Sandra Frankl of Corydon, IA and her brother Lewis Garrotto of Columbia, MO. She was preceded in...

Joyce R. Mcfadden

Joyce R. Mcfadden

Oct 26, 2024

Joyce Renae McFadden, born on June 29 th , 1956, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Saturday, October 26 th , 2024 peacefully at home. Joyce was the devoted mother of Sean and Colin McFadden and the cherished grandmother of Lucas, Evelyn, Georgia, and Isabella McFadden. Her gentle spirit, unwavering patience, and deep love for...

Kenneth “Ken” Anderson

Kenneth “Ken” Anderson

Oct 25, 2024

9thKenneth N. "Ken" Anderson – Rochester

Kenneth Norman Anderson, 90, of Rochester, MN died Friday, October 25, 2024 at Homestead Assisted Living in Rochester.

Ken was born February 4, 1934 in Virginia, MN to Melvin and Hazel (Nelson) Anderson.  He graduated from Virginia High School in 1952, and from the University of Minnesota (St. Paul)...

Glenna M. Kellar

Glenna M. Kellar

Oct 25, 2024

Glenna Mae Kellar, born June 10, 1930, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of Arlend Kellar (deceased) and a devoted mother to Susan and Pat Marlow, Nancy and Don Gillette, Rick and Kris Kellar (deceased), Randy and Judy Kellar.

Glenna's legacy is carried on through her...

Cheryl A. Timander

Cheryl A. Timander

Oct 23, 2024

Cheryl Anne Timander age 66, of Rochester, MN. passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024.  Cheryl was born in Chicago, Illinois.  She was raised in a convent in Puerto Rico from 1965-1977, then resided at the Rochester State Hospital until she moved to Hiawatha Homes in 1981.

Cheryl embraced life with an infectious spirit.  Over the years...

Sharon Kay Loverink

Sharon Kay Loverink

Oct 23, 2024

With great sadness the family of Sharon K. Loverink, share that she passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones.

Sharon was born on December 27, 1949, in Mapleton, Iowa, to Elmer and Bertha (Treiber) Bertelsen, Sharon grew up in Danbury, Iowa with her six siblings. She attended Charter Oak grade school...

Justin William Theel

Justin William Theel

Oct 22, 2024

Justin Theel, 52, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2024. He was born on October 18, 1972, in Rochester, MN, to William and Kathleen (McNallan) Theel.

Justin graduated from Kenyon-Wanamingo High School in 1991.  He was currently employed by Kraus Anderson Construction Company and he has worked for Union 405 for many years.

On June...

Gretchen Joan Cutshall

Gretchen Joan Cutshall

Oct 21, 2024

Gretchen Joan Cutshall (Gentling), 93, of Rochester passed away surrounded by her family at Saint Marys Hospital on October 21, 2024.   Gretchen was born in Rochester, MN on July 17, 1931, to Harold and Nellie (Larson) Gentling.  She attended and graduated from Lourdes High School in Rochester. She married David Cutshall of Rochester in 1951. They had eight children...

Maurice “Maurie” Greene

Maurice “Maurie” Greene

Oct 18, 2024

Maurice "Maurie" Greene

Maurice, "Maurie", Anthony Greene, 87, of Rochester, passed away October 18, 2024, at Shorewood Senior Living in Rochester.

Maurice was born on May, 25 th , 1937 to Anthony & Bernice Greene at their home in Salem township.  He grew up in Stewartville and graduated from Stewartville High School in...

Dorothy Louise Thompson

Dorothy Louise Thompson

Oct 15, 2024

Dorothy Louise Thompson, born on September 11, 1931, in Oak Glen, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of John and Margaret Mae (Dickinson) Kammer. On November 5, 1949 in Hammond, IN., Dorothy was united in marriage to Emerit O. Thompson Sr. Together, Dorothy and Emerit created a warm and loving home filled...

Elsie Louise Weaver

Elsie Louise Weaver

Oct 10, 2024

Elsie Louise Weaver – Rochester

Elsie Louise Weaver, 89, of Rochester, MN, passed away on October 10, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital.

Elsie was born February 19, 1935, in Rochester, MN to William and Anna (Holt) Watson. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1953. On December 11, 1953 she married the love of...

David Wittenberg

David Wittenberg

Oct 9, 2024

David Gideon Wittenberg, 75 of Rochester, went to his heavenly father on October 9, 2024 after a courageous battle with Parkinson's disease.  He is preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, three brothers-in-law and baby Wittenberg.  He will be greatly missed by his beloved wife of 56 years Kris, his daughter Lisa (Brett) Porthan of Ely MN, son...

James A. Joslin

James A. Joslin

Oct 8, 2024

James A. Joslin, age 64 of Rochester, died on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at his home. Memorial services will be held at a later date.

James Andrew Joslin was born January 23rd, 1960, in Lake City, Minnesota to James T. and Therese M. (Klennert) Joslin. In 1997, James began working at Crenlo in Rochester, where he worked for...

Dustin W. Zahn

Dustin W. Zahn

Oct 8, 2024

Dustin Wayne Zahn Rochester, Minnesota

Dustin was born in Shakopee, Minnesota to Kerri and Trevor Zahn. He had one older  and younger sister: Sammy and Jamie. Dusty's life was good, but it was hard. He had autism, and the world was not made for him. He struggled and his family advocated for his success...

Lorraine Emily Kraling

Lorraine Emily Kraling

Oct 6, 2024

Lorraine Emily Kraling was born on March 2, 1931, and passed away on October 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Lorraine Emily Dahl was born to George and Thora (Engerud) Dahl in Beaver Township, Fillmore County, MN. She was baptized and confirmed at Bloomfield Lutheran Church. Lorraine graduated from Spring Valley High School.  She was united...

Kay Elaine Cox

Kay Elaine Cox

Oct 5, 2024

Kay Elaine Cox, 81, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at The Mayo Clinic, Methodist campus.

Kay was born October 3, 1943 in Rochester to Raymond and Joyce (Yennie) Daniels. After graduating from high school, Kay was united in marriage to Michael Cox on October 1, in which they just celebrated their big 60...

Ross A. Stensrud

Ross A. Stensrud

Oct 3, 2024

Ross Anthony Stensrud – Rochester, MN

Ross Anthony Stensrud, 61, or Rochester, MN, died Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Ross was born November 11, 1962, in Austin, MN to Dewey and Anita Stensrud. He graduated from Rochester John Marshall High School in 1981. He married Sandy Sullivan at Marion Church of Christ, Rochester, MN. The couple...

Karston K. Brotherson

Karston K. Brotherson

Sep 30, 2024

Karston Keith Brotherson, age 34, passed away tragically on September 30, 2024. He was born to Chantel Rae Brotherson on August 28, 1990, in Des Moines, Iowa. He married Emily Brotherson (West) on September 16, 2017. Through that union, Roewyn was adopted by Emily, and Cole and Mya were created.

Karston was a man of many passions...

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