Gene R. Brinkman
Aug 18, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gene Raymond Brinkman, born on March 12, 1944, to Loren and Lucile Brinkman. He passed away on August 18th at Cottagewood Senior Communities, leaving behind a legacy of love and service.
Gene married Joanne on September 13, 1969, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Dexter Township. Together,...
Linda M. Henry
Aug 17, 2024
Surrounded by family, the Lord our Father called to home his angel, Linda, on August 17, 2024. She will be forever missed by her family and friends.
Linda was born to Clarence "Red" and Patricia (Marcou) Zirbes on May 24, 1953 in Lacrosse, WI, moving to Winona, MN at the age of 1 and then in Rochester,...
John J Harvey
Aug 16, 2024
John passed away August 16, 2024 at the age of 88 surrounded by family. He was born in Connecticut, graduated college in Utah and settled in Minnesota working for IBM for 53 years. He was part of the 1990 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, winning team for the AS/400 computer which is still in use today.
He...
Sara M. Kelly
Aug 16, 2024
Sara Maynard Kelly, beloved wife, mother and friend to many, passed away August 16, 2024. Sara was born October 1, 1926 in Tupelo, Mississippi to George and Margaret Maynard. She and her 4 siblings were raised by their parents with much love. Sara left her home to attend Maryville College in St. Louis, Missouri. It was in St Louis...
Delores “Dee Dee” Van Der Heyden
Aug 13, 2024
Delores E. Van Der Heyden – Rochester
Delores "Dee Dee" Van Der Heyden, 86 of Rochester passed away on August 13, 2024 at The Moments Memory Care in Lakeville, MN surrounded by her loving family.
Delores Schutte was born on November 11, 1937 in Lime Springs, IA to Louie and Clara Schutte.
She...
Robbin A. Peterson
Aug 11, 2024
Robbin A (Goertz) Peterson, 58, of Rochester, MN died peacefully at her home after a prolonged and courageous struggle with cancer.
Robbin was born August 1, 1966, to Franklin and Judy Goertz. She graduated from Mayo High School in Rochester in 1986. On October 26, 1996, she married Christopher J. Peterson, also of Rochester.
Robbin's...
Anastasia “Ann” M. Ryan
Aug 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that the family of Anastasia (Ann) Ryan announces her passing on August 8, 2024.
Ann was born on March 7, 1934, to John and Kathryn (Fahey) Quinn. On February 9, 1957, she married Robert (Bob) Ryan. Their wedding was a double ceremony with Don and Peg Grobe officiated by Bishop Ray Lucker...
James “Jim” E. Welhaven
Aug 8, 2024
James "Jim" Earl Welhaven passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 8, 2024, of complications from Parkinson's disease with dementia. He was born to Earl and Margaret "Peg" Welhaven in Duluth on January 18, 1946. Six months later, they moved to Rochester where Earl accepted a position at Lourdes High School as their first band...
Lynn M. Coker
Aug 7, 2024
Lynn Marie Coker (née Har), aged 72, passed away on August 7, 2024, in her hometown of Rochester, MN. Born on June 4, 1952, in Rochester, MN, Lynn was a beacon of love and strength throughout her life.
Lynn graduated from John Marshall in 1970 and dedicated 25 years of her career to the Mayo Clinic. She...
Marlene Joann Paulson
Aug 3, 2024
Marlene Joann Paulson (Vicker), 85, of Rochester, MN, died Saturday, August 3, 2024.
Marlene was born January 9, 1939, in Rock Dell Township, MN to Olaf and Hannah (Ellingson) Vicker. She graduated from Waseca Southern School of Agriculture in 1957. On August 3, 1963, she married Harold D. Paulson at East St. Olaf Lutheran Church. The couple...
Valerie M. Reimers
Jul 28, 2024
Valerie Michelle Reimers, 49, of Rochester took her last breath on July 28, 2024, at St. Marys hospital. Valerie's room was filled with her family who loved her most in this world.
Valerie was born on July 14, 1975, at St. Marys Hospital to Randall Logan and Jean (Forbrook) Keefe. In 1983 Jean married Todd Lund. Todd...
Vernon Lee Johnson
Jul 28, 2024
Vernon Lee Johnson – Rochester, MN.
Vernon Lee Johnson passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at Madonna Towers in Rochester, MN.
Vern was born on May 12, 1940, to parents, Avery A. Johnson and Gladys (Matthiesen) Johnson, on a farm north of Emmetsburg, Iowa. In the spring of 1944, the family moved to a...
Marjorie L. Schiesher
Jul 26, 2024
Marjorie finally threw off Alzheimer's grasp and now rests peacefully in heaven. She handled the disease with her usual grace along with a hefty dose of laughter. She passed away on July 26, 2024.
She was born in Elgin, IL on December 5, 1944 to John and Imogene Thompson. Her love of cooking and baking took root...
Barbara E. Schultz
Jul 24, 2024
Barbara Ellen Schultz, 64, of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully at Seasons Hospice on Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
Barb was born March 8, 1960, in Austin, MN to Arlin and Marcine (Wollenberg) Schultz. She grew up in Austin and graduated from Austin High School in 1978. Barb attended Austin Community College and Mankato State University, graduating with...
Elizabeth J. Werle
Jul 24, 2024
Elizabeth Joan (Betty) Werle – Rochester
Betty Werle, 89, of Rochester, MN, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, July 24, 2024.
Betty was born December 17, 1934 in Binghamton, NY to Mike and Arlene (Powell) Shramek. She graduated from high school with honors in 1952 and attended Alfred State College in...
Patricia A. Owens
Jul 23, 2024
Patricia Ann Owens, 83, passed away on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in Rochester, Minnesota surrounded by her loving family and pups.
Patricia was born March 17, 1941 to Willard and Eugenia (Trudeau) Guerard in Grand Forks, North Dakota. She grew up on the family farm in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and was proud to call herself a...
Richard Allen Sargent
Jul 23, 2024
Richard Allen Sargent, 79, of Rochester, passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2024 in Park Rapids, MN.
Richard was born August 24, 1944 in Austin, MN to Arnold C. and Esther L. (Lagervall) Sargent. He grew up on a farm near Renova/Dexter, MN, where he spent many fun days with numerous cousins. Richard attended Elkton School until...
Lois Margaret Holland
Jul 22, 2024
Lois Margaret Nigon Reed Holland grew wings and went to heaven with the angels on Monday July 22, 2024, at the age of 95. She was born at St. Mary's Hospital on June 7, 1929, to Lucy (Heaton) and John Nigon. She was the youngest of six children. She had two older brothers Ralph and Leonard Nigon and three...
Ethan V. Plonka
Jul 21, 2024
Ethan Vladimir Plonka, age 22, of Rochester, MN, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024.
Ethan was born on June 6, 2002, in Khabarovsk, Russia Federation. Ethan and his older brother, Anton (his first and oldest friend) were adopted in November 2003 by Phil and Tanya Plonka of Rochester. The family landed at the Minneapolis airport and...
Robert Joseph Defrang
Jul 19, 2024
Robert Joseph DeFrang, 93, of Rochester MN was called home by our Heavenly Father on July 19, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.
Robert was born to John and Agatha (Koob) DeFrang on June 16, 1931. He attended Lake City Schools and worked on the family farm. Bob was drafted into the United States Air Force in...
