Obituaries

Apr 10, 2026

July 30, 1964 – April 10, 2026

Edward (Ed) Schommer Capek, 61, of Winona, MN, died unexpectedly during transport to Rochester, MN, for emergency medical care; his wife and transport driver, Molly, was by his side.

Ed was born on July 30, 1964 in Madison, WI, to Michael Joseph Capek and Patricia...

Apr 9, 2026

Edward "Ed" Vernon Volz, 55, formerly of Rochester, passed away peacefully at Harborview Hospital in Seattle, Washington on April 9th, 2026, after an unexpected cardiac arrest on March 26th. His brother Tim ensured Ed's wishes for being an organ donor were granted, and he was able to donate his heart, liver, and both kidneys to four people in need.

Ed...

Apr 8, 2026

Donna Louise Bloom, aged 76, passed away peacefully at her home in Rochester, MN on April 8, 2026. Born on May 27, 1949 in Everett, WA, Donna spent her early years surrounded by the beauty of the Pacific Ocean and the natural wonders of Washington state. She lived in Washington for 43 years.

Donna's...

Apr 8, 2026

Sister Margaret Mewhorter, a Poor Clare of Rochester, Minnesota, died at Assisi Heights, on April 8, 2026.

Margaret was born on March 12, 1939, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to George Washington Mewhorter and Sophie Barbara (Zawadski) Mewhorter, the youngest of five children. She attended Holy Rosary Parish School and Holy Angels Academy. She entered the Poor Clare monastery...

Apr 7, 2026

Vincent Monroe Hollaren, 83 of Rochester, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026 at Rochester Methodist Hospital with his wife by his side.

Vince was born on August 2, 1942 in Worthington, MN to Vincent and Hazel (Whipkey) Hollaren. He graduated from Worthington High School in 1960. He then attended the University of Minnesota Dental School where...

Apr 6, 2026

Sharon Marie Olson

May 30, 1947 – April 6, 2026

Sharon Marie Olson, age 78, passed away peacefully at her home in LeRoy, Minnesota, on April 6, 2026.

Born on May 30, 1947, in Predmore, Minnesota, Sharon was the daughter of the late Kenneth "Pappy" and Betty Knutson. Sharon will be remembered most...

Apr 5, 2026

Marjorie Maryanne Helen (Phelan) Steffen was born on January 3, 1929, at St. Joseph's Hospital in Chicago, Illinois to Margaret Christine (Piefer) Phelan of Chicago, and Bernard Michael Phelan of Oak Park. Marjorie attended St. Alphonsus Grade School and St. Michael's High School. She then attended nursing school at St. Joseph's Hospital and earned a 3-year degree as a...

Apr 3, 2026

Lindsay A. Zaharris was born on August 27, 1952, to parents Leonard and Eleanor. He was the middle child, with older siblings John and Sharon, and a younger brother, Mark.

Moving between many schools in his early years made it difficult for Lindsay to form lasting childhood friendships. Instead, he turned to books and study, developing a...

Apr 3, 2026

Thomas Anthony Gaffey, M.D. aged 87, passed away on April 3, 2026, with loved ones at his side.

He was the oldest of four boys in a family rooted in Pittsburgh, PA. While a medical student at St. Louis University, a 3-month elective in Surgical Pathology opened a door for him at the Mayo Clinic. Little did...

Apr 2, 2026

Joan Mary Howland (Huber) died on Thursday April 2, 2026, at home in Rochester, MN. She died on Holy Thursday, a day which epitomizes humility, your role in community, and the importance of serving others.

Joan was known as Joannie by her family from Iowa and those who worked with her at the Mayo Clinic and as Jo by her husband...

Apr 1, 2026

Bảy Thị Huynh, 68 of Rochester, MN passed peacefully Wednesday, April 1, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones.

Bảy was born August 4, 1957, in Saigon, Vietnam to Huynh Van Ty (father) and Doan Thi Lieu (mother). On November 9, 1978, she married Bui Nguyen. Bay immigrated to Rochester, MN in 1986 to join her husband. Bay...

Apr 1, 2026

Tom N. Huiting, 82, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at Samaritan Bethany on April 1, 2026.

Tom N. Huiting was born on December 11, 1943, in Rochester, Minnesota, to Norbert and Elizabeth (Mangan) Huiting. He graduated from John Marshall High School and later from Dunwoody Institute. On October 30, 1982, he married the love of his...

Mar 31, 2026

Neeta Kochickar Pai, 72, of Rochester, MN, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Charter House Mayo Clinic.

Neeta (Chandrika) was born and raised in Mangaluru, India, to Dr. T.P. and Suprabha (Vathsala) Bhat. She graduated from St. Agnes College in 1972 and married Nityananda ("Nitya") Pai on December 25 of that year. Soon after, she emigrated...

Mar 29, 2026

Judy Ann Moreno, 71, of Albert Lea, Minnesota, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on March 29, 2026. Born on April 4, 1955, Judy's life was one marked by resilience, compassion, and an unshakeable love for others.

Judy lived in many places throughout her life—Albert Lea, MN; Omaha, NE; Salinas, CA; Des Plaines, IL; Houston,...

Mar 28, 2026

Linda M. Condon – Rochester, Minnesota

Linda Marie (Vagt) Condon, 78, of Rochester, MN, died Saturday March 28, 2026, at her home.

Linda was born August 14, 1947, in Rochester, MN to Frederick and Ruby (Kirkham) Vagt. She graduated from John Marshall High School in 1965. On October 15, 1966, she married James A Condon...

Mar 27, 2026

Michael Lee Mart, 82, of Rochester, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family.

Michael was born on February 28, 1944, in Armstrong, Iowa. He married Bette Ann Jorgensen on October 10, 1964, in Lewiston. He lived in Rochester for 63 years and previously resided in St. Charles. Michael owned Mart's...

Mar 26, 2026

Leann Nanette Ortner, 58, passed away at 7:30 a.m. Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, after losing her battle with ovarian cancer. Born October 10, 1967 in Dearborn, Michigan, she was the daughter of Kenneth Koenig and Minella Imlay. Leann graduated from Lone Jack High School in June 1985. She felt a calling to become a...

Mar 24, 2026

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Mar 23, 2026

Joseph Nordby, 94, of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at his home.

Joe was born on August 17, 1931, son of Clarence and Marie Nordby. He graduated from Spring Valley High School. He then earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Minnesota.

In 1961 Joe married Wanda...

Mar 23, 2026

Karen Mae Schutz

February 8, 1945 – March 23, 2026

Karen Mae Schutz, 81, passed away peacefully at her home on March 23, 2026.

Born on February 8, 1945, in Riceville, Iowa, to Carl and Page (Martin) Smith, Karen grew up in LeRoy, Minnesota, where she developed the kindness, warmth, and gentle spirit...