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...
Edward S. Capek
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...
Edward "Ed" Volz
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...
Donna L. Bloom
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...
Sister Margaret Mewhorter
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...
Vincent M. Hollaren Dds
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...
