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John B. Schroeder, age 77, of Caledonia, MN passed away in the comfort of his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, November 12, 2023. He was born in Caledonia to Irwin and Rosemary Schroeder on December 28th, 1945. He grew up with two wonderful, older sisters, Ramona and Margie, and while he didn't have any brothers, he was lucky enough to have a group of amazing childhood friends who continued to visit him weekly right up until his passing. Thank you Joe, Tony, Pat, and Jim for demonstrating what true friendship looks like. John had many other friends who supported him through the years. He was a lucky man in the friendship department. John graduated from Loretto High School in...

John Schroeder, age 77, of Caledonia, passed away at his home on November 12, 2023. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by McCormick Funeral Home. Online condolences to mccormickfuneralhome.net

Dianne Elaine (Iverson) Hjellming (Caledonia, MN) Dianne E. Hjellming, 76, died peacefully at home with family by her side on October 30, 2023. Dianne was born October 10, 1947, to Milton and Ardeth Iverson of Dorchester, IA and grew up on a farm along the beautiful Upper Iowa River. On December 27, 1966, she married the love of her life, Robert Hjellming, at Big Canoe Lutheran Church in Decorah, IA. They spent a blissful 51 years together before Bob passed on. She so looked forward to joining him in heaven and is now hugging him tightly. For many years Dianne was a homemaker and she was extremely proud when she and Bob purchased Bob's Shoes. She loved her many bowling friends and most...

(Caledonia, MN) Dianne E. Hjellming, 76, died peacefully at home with family by her side on October 30, 2023. Dianne was born October 10, 1947, to Milton and Ardeth Iverson of Dorchester, IA and grew up on a farm along the beautiful Upper Iowa River. On December 27, 1966, she married the love of her life, Robert Hjellming, at Big Canoe Lutheran Church in Decorah, IA. They spent a blissful 51 years together before Bob passed on. She so looked forward to joining him in heaven and is now hugging him tightly. For many years Dianne was a homemaker and she was extremely proud when she and Bob purchased Bob's Shoes. She loved her many bowling friends and most recently enjoyed her conversations...

Donald Anthony Karels Donald Karels, age 84, of Caledonia, passed away on October 22, 2023, at Gundersen Medical Center, LaCrosse, WI. Don was born April 1, 1939, in Caledonia to Lawrence and Leocadia (Becker) Karels. He attended school in Caledonia and graduated from Loretto High School. Don served his country in the U.S. Navy from October 24, 1961 - February 23, 1966. He served as an Aviation Store Keeper. He worked as a supervisor for 1st class mail for the U.S. Postal Service. Don was a member of St. Mary's Church, Caledonia. He enjoyed antiques and collectibles, and country music along with old time music. Don is survived by a daughter, Theresa Johnk; grandchildren, Chloe...

On September 24, 2023, the Lord called home one of his favorite sons, Gregory James Weichert. Greg was born on March 12, 1940 in .LaCrosse, WI, to Leona (Burg) and Lester Weichert. Greg graduated from Loretto High School in Caledonia, MN in 1958. He then followed his heart to his true calling of working with his father at the family business, Weichert Motors in Caledonia. He married his high school classmate, Angela Dvorak in 1960 and they had one son, David Gregory Weichert. He continued with Weichert Motors until 1981 and then moved to Virginia where they resided for many years until Angie's death in 2008. Greg moved back to Caledonia, where he resided until his death. In 2012, he...

On September 24, 2023, the Lord called home one of his favorite sons, Gregory James Weichert, age 83, of Caledonia, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 am, Thursday, Sept. 28, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Caledonia. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 pm Wed. at St. Mary's Holy Family Hall and also from 9:30 to 10:15 am Thursday at the church. A full obituary can be seen at mccormickfuneralhome.net.

Greg Weichert, age 83, of Caledonia, passed away peacefully at his home on September 24, 2023. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by McCormick Funeral Home, Caledonia

ARIEL GILBERTSON On September 10, 2023, Ariel Gilbertson, age 79, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side. If you've ever met her, you would know where all of us get our love for adventures, love for nature, love for all animals, and you have to include the sassy witty attitude and strength. She was the definition of "cool grandma." Ariel was born October 22, 1943, in Lansing, Iowa to Edward and Evelyn (Mulholland) Colsch. She married Peter Gilbertson December 22, 1979. She loved playing euchre, dancing, country music, her special blended family and her beloved dogs, Bubba and Hobo. She is survived by her husband, Pete; children, Johnny Pitts, Debby Burmester, Debra...

PATRICIA ANN MERZENICH Patricia Ann Merzenich, age 88, of Caledonia, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023, at Claddagh Senior Living and Memory Care, Caledonia. She was born March 25, 1935 in Caledonia to Alf and Margaret (Smith) Reierson. She graduated from Caledonia High School. Patricia married Matthew Merzenich on April 18, 1959. They were blessed with five children. Patricia was a homemaker and also worked at Reierson Clothing Store, later known as "Matt's Clothing" in Caledonia. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughters, Julie Merzenich of Caledonia and Jackie (Doug) Colsch of LaCrescent; son, Jim...

Patricia Ann Merzenich, age 88, of Caledonia, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2023, at Claddagh Senior Living and Memory Care, Caledonia. She was born March 25, 1935 in Caledonia to Alf and Margaret (Smith) Reierson. She graduated from Caledonia High School. Patricia married Matthew Merzenich on April 18, 1959. They were blessed with five children. Patricia was a homemaker and also worked at Reierson Clothing Store, later known as "Matt's Clothing" in Caledonia. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by her daughters, Julie Merzenich of Caledonia and Jackie (Doug) Colsch of LaCrescent; son, Jim (Janet) Merzenich of...

JAMES "JIM" EARL GAVIN.. Jim "Fox" Gavin, age 80, of Brownsville, passed away, Sunday, August 27, 2023, at his home. He was born April 18, 1943, in Caledonia, MN, to Earl and Mae (Fitzpatrick) Gavin. Jim attended school in Caledonia and graduated from Loretto High School in 1961, where he participated in boxing. He was a lifetime farmer on the family farm west of Brownsville and a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Brownsville. He is survived by his sister, Jeanette (Glenn) Leary; and nephews, Daniel and Alan Leary. He was preceded in death by his parents. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am, Saturday, September 16, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Brownsville....

It is with heartfelt gratitude to God for the gift of our sister, niece, cousin, godmother and Aunt Diane who returned to her heavenly Father. on August 21st, 2023. Diane was born March 22, 1967 to Walter and Donna (Anderson) Shuda in LaCrosse Wisc. Diane was an amazing lady who endured many struggles in her life, yet always had a smile or a joke for everyone.. She loved her work at ABC workshop in Caledonia, where she received Employee of the Year. She received services from ABLE Inc for 40 years living with her best friends, Lisa, Michelle and Janice and, recently Beth, where she was a resident at Gundersen Tweeten Care Center, which she absolutely loved. Diane is being reunited with...

Glenn St. Mary, age 86, of Caledonia, passed away on August 18, 2023, at Claddagh Senior Living Center, Caledonia. Glenn was born to Harold and Ragnhild (Peterson) St. Mary on October 1, 1936 in Caledonia, MN. He graduated from Loretto High School in 1954 and was united in marriage to Lolita (Olson) on July 30, 1955 at St. Peter's Catholic Church grotto, Caledonia. Glenn was a US Army and Army Reserve veteran. He owned and operated St. Mary's Auto Body Shop in Caledonia until 1972 when he and his family moved to Grinnell, IA, where Glenn worked for Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company in fire inspections and investigations. In 1983 he joined Manatt's, Inc., Brooklyn, IA, as their Safety...

A Celebration of Life for Greg Guillien, age 64, of Caledonia will be from 11-3 pm, Saturday, September 16, at the Four Seasons Community Center, Caledonia. There will be a time of prayer and reflection at 2:30. Burial will follow at 3:30 pm at Calvary Cemetery, Caledonia. The full obituary can be seen at mccormickfuneralhome.net.

Gregory Lee Guillien, age 64, of Caledonia, passed away August 11, 2023, on the farm where he grew up, surrounded by his family and friends. He has battled cancer since January of 2022. Greg was born December 17, 1958, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Leland and Mabel (Jacobson) Guillien. He was raised on the family farm south of Caledonia. Greg attended St. Mary's Grade School and graduated from Caledonia High School in 1977. He married Lola Rostad on October 6, 1979 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Caledonia. Greg was a dairy, pig, and crop farmer. After selling the cows, he worked at Kruckow Rock and Ready Mix. He retired after his diagnosis in January of 2022. Greg loved horses and had a...

Gregory Lee Guillien, age 64, of Caledonia, passed away August 11 , 2023, at his home. Arrangements are pending and will be announced by McCormick Funeral Home. A full obituary will be in next week's paper and can be seen at mccormickfuneralhome.net.

LOIS A. GREER Lois A. Greer, of Caledonia, passed away on August 8, 2023, at Gundersen Health System Hospital. Lois was born to Harry F. and Leone V. (Ulrich) Rieck in Wabasha, MN. She graduated from St. Felix High School, also in Wabasha, and was united in marriage to Gordon E. Greer at the Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel in St. Paul, MN. Immediately following high school, Lois pursued a secretarial career with the U.S. government in Washington, D.C. which led to an overseas assignment in Guam during WWII. Lois returned to the Twin Cities, continued working for the U.S. government in a variety of secretarial positions and resided with Gordy in Bloomington, MN. After retiring, Lois...

Lolita St. Mary, age 88, of Caledonia, passed away on August 2, 2023, at Claddagh Senior Living, Caledonia. Lolita was born to Oscar and Evelyn (Welch) Olson on July 28, 1935, in Mabel, MN. She graduated from Caledonia High School in 1954 and was united in marriage to Glenn St. Mary on July 30, 1955, in the grotto at St. Peter's Catholic Church, Caledonia, MN. Lolita began work at Northwestern Bell Telephone Company in Caledonia as a telephone operator. She joined her husband in El Paso, TX where he was in military basic training. They then moved to Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, NY until 1957 when they returned to Caledonia and assumed ownership of St. Mary's Auto Body Shop. Lolita...

Lolita St Mary, age 88, of Caledonia, died peacefully surrounded by her family on August 2, 2023, in Caledonia A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am, Wednesday, August 9, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Caledonia. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 pm Tuesday, at St. Mary's Holy Family Hall, with a rosary at 3:30 pm. Visitation will also be one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. A full obituary can be seen at mccormickfuneralhome.net.

Leo A. Stoltz, (99) of Caledonia, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, July 16. Leo was born on May 25, 1924, in Caledonia to Joseph and Dorothy Stoltz. He was the oldest of four children. After graduating from Loretto High School, Leo began dairy farming in rural Caledonia where he raised award-winning Jersey cattle on the DoMorJersey farm. In 1949 he made what he refers to as the best decision of his life when he married Barbara (Betty) Romie. They were blessed with a large and loving family of thirteen children. Leo was a wonderful, devoted father, husband, and mentor. After Leo retired from farming, he became an exceptional woodworker, building hand-made...