Judith Eleanor Pelowski
May 1, 2026
The world lost a very special person when Judith "Judy" Pelowski entered her heavenly dwelling May 1, 2026, after she died peacefully at St Marys Hospital in Rochester, MN.
Judy was born January 17, 1936, and grew up in Chatfield, a member of the large Charles and Virginia Follensbee family. She married Raymond Pelowski and they were...
Leroy James Hemenway
May 1, 2026
Leroy James Hemenway was born on December 4,1935 in Albert Lea Minnesota to Herbert and Mildred Hemenway. He passed away peacefully in his sleep on May 1, 2026, in Rochester Minnesota.
Leroy grew up in Albert Lea surrounded by extended family, including many beloved nieces and nephews. Following his graduation from high school, he enlisted in the...
Mary Rossman
Apr 30, 2026
Mary Rossman passed peacefully on April 30, 2026, in Rochester. Mary was born on January 12, 1938, to Leo and Elizabeth Rossman at home in Olmsted County. She was raised on a farm and went to country school. She graduated from Lourdes in 1956. She received her nurses training from Mercer County Community College in Trenton, NJ.
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Dawn Marie Smith
Apr 29, 2026
Dawn Marie Smith, 50, passed away on April 29, 2026 peacefully in her home with her long time partner and best friend Patrick Mewhorter. Leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and devotion to her family. Born on May 18, 1975, in West Reading, Pennsylvania, Dawn was the daughter of Patricia M. Wojciechowski she was later adopted by Albert...
Joann E. Yaggy
Apr 29, 2026
JoAnn Evelyn Yaggy, age 87, passed away peacefully and into the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on April 29th, 2026. She was born in West Liberty, Iowa on July 23rd, 1938, to Edward and Ione "Burr" Waite. JoAnn graduated from West Liberty High in 1956. She then went to the school of cosmetology in Cedar Rapids,...
Angele Mary Collado
Apr 24, 2026
Angele Collado
September 14, 1947 – April 24, 2026
Angele Collado lived a life woven with care, patience, and quiet beauty—the kind you only notice when you slow down and look closely. She had a gift for working with her hands, creating intricate fiber crafts that reflected both her skill and her spirit. Whether she...
William W. Prigge
Apr 24, 2026
William "Will" Wayne Prigge
William Wayne Prigge, known to all as Will, passed away on April 24, 2026. Born on January 8, 1989, at Olmsted Medical Hospital in Rochester, MN. Will attended Mayo High School graduating in 2008.
The proudest moment of Will's life was becoming a father to his son, Skylur, on...
JoAnn Katherine Block
Apr 23, 2026
JoAnn Katherine Block, 87, of Rochester, MN, died peacefully on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
JoAnn was born October 17, 1938, in Utica, MN to Rod and Katherine Krenzke. She was raised in Utica and graduated from St. Charles High School in 1957. JoAnn married her childhood friend, Elmer Block, on September 26, 1959, and was a homemaker until their youngest...
Carl Gene Schubert
Apr 22, 2026
Carl Gene Schubert, 76, of Kasson, Minnesota, passed away on April 22, 2026, at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester.
Carl was born on June 7, 1949, in Jefferson City, Missouri, to Lawrence and Mary Ellen (Justice) Schubert. He graduated from Cole County R-V High School in Eugene, Missouri, and went on to earn various...
Carol Ann (Stimpert) Gibson
Apr 21, 2026
Carol Ann (Stimpert) Gibson, 92, of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully with family at her side on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Edenbrook Pine Haven Care Center in Pine Island, MN.
Carol was born June 20, 1933 to Margaret (Hildebrandt) Stimpert and Herbert Stimpert in Freeport, Ill. Margaret died of tuberculosis when Carol was very young and...
Joseph John Jennison
Apr 21, 2026
Joseph John "Joe" Jennison, age 74, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away on April 21, 2026 after a courageous 3 ½ year battle with metastatic lung cancer. He was born on July 15, 1951, in Winona, Minnesota, to John and Margaret (Fallon) Jennison.
Joe was a graduate of Mayo High School and went on to build a life...
Abel Moreno Talamantes
Apr 19, 2026
Abel Moreno Talamantes, Sr.
In Loving Memory and Eternal Rest
With sorrowful hearts and abiding faith, we announce that Abel was called home to the Lord on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Beloved husband, devoted father, and faithful friend, Abel lived his life guided by compassion, generosity, and unwavering devotion to his family and faith. He...
Robertina “Bobbie” G. Minter
Apr 19, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robertina (Bobbie) Gertrude Minter, age 90, from Stewartville, MN on April 19, 2026, in her home surrounded by her family.
She was born on September 30, 1935, in Rochester, MN to Robertina and Walter Lang. Bobbie was a dedicated hospitality worker and loving mother. She was known for her...
Kathryn Helen Ahmann
Apr 18, 2026
Kathryn H. Ahmann7/19/1933 - 4/18/2026Kathryn (Kay) Helen Ahmann passed away peacefully in her home in Billings, Montana on April 18th, 2026. Kay was born on July 19th,1933 in Wabasha County, Minnesota, the fourth of five children to Alfred J. Pretzer and Helen V. (Harnack) Pretzer. She grew up helping her parents on their farm. Upon graduating from Plainview High School...
Patricia A. St. Martin
Apr 18, 2026
Patricia Ann (Cleland) St. Martin, age 89, was born on September 18, 1936, at Northfield City Hospital to Andrew and Susie Cleland. She grew up on a farm with no nearby neighbors, finding companionship in the animals—especially a chicken named Goldie, who was often seen riding along with her on her bike.
Pat was active in 4-H...
Laurel P. Unnasch
Apr 18, 2026
Laurel Paul Unnasch, 80, of Rochester, MN, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital surrounded by his family.
Laurel was born January 1st, 1946, in La Crosse, WI to Donald and Wilma (Northrup) Unnasch. He grew up in rural Houston, MN and graduated from Houston High School in 1964....
Mary Jo Genz
Apr 17, 2026
Mary Jo Genz, age 86, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. Born on April 20, 1939, in Rochester to Joseph H. Lynaugh and Agnes M. (Kruger) Lynaugh. Mary Jo lived a life defined by compassion, strength, and unwavering faith.
Mary Jo was known for her deep compassion for others and her remarkable personal...
John D. Lideen
Apr 15, 2026
John David Lideen
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of John David Lideen on April 15, 2026, at the age of 91, surrounded by family. John will be remembered fondly for his generosity, kindness, and the love he held for his family.
John was born on January 15, 1935 in Dawson,...
Mary Evelyn Bjerke Swenson (Nee Seaton)
Apr 14, 2026
Mary Evelyn Bjerke Swenson (nee Seaton) 3/27/1946 – 4/14/2026
Beloved child of God, cherished mother, wife, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, Mary Evelyn Seaton was born in Faribault, MN on March 27th, 1946 to James "Brad" Bradley and Mary Evelyn (O'Brien) Seaton. Mary graduated from Rochester Lourdes High School in 1964. Mary married Robert Leonard Bjerke where...
Margaret L. Nelson
Apr 12, 2026
Margaret L. (Peggy) Nelson died April 12, 2026, in Rochester, MN.
Margaret was born on August 31, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska, to William and Margaret Hofschult. Her family moved to Rochester in 1938. She graduated from Lourdes High School in 1944 and attended Rochester Junior College from 1970-1972. IN 1944, she married Robert J. Nelson. Margaret and...
