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Harold Lee Christensen, age 64, of New Richland, MN, passed away on March 20, 2022.He was born on December 11, 1957, to Harvey Lowell and Alice in Albert Lea, MN. Lee married the love of his life, Diane at the little brown church in Iowa on July 18, 1987. He was employed at Brown Printing for 35 years and later was a meat cutter at Wagner's. He loved to drag race, go on numerous cruises, road trips, Wii bowling with his grandson, Brady and enjoyed rides on his side by side with Diane. He is survived by his wife, Diane Christensen; children, Kimberly (Tim Schumacher) Ahlman, Heather (Matt Johnson) Allen, Jenny (Brendan) Beckham; grandchildren, Fred (Kristen) Allen, Chastin Allen, Taylor...

Nina C. Anderson, age 97, of New Richland, formerly Ellendale, passed away on February 17, 2022. he is survived by her son, Don (fianc? Joan Madoll) Anderson; grandchildren, Nicole (Dallas) Loken and Eric Anderson and 6 great grandchildren.Nina is preceded by her spouse, Harlan Anderson; son, Larry Anderson; parents, Martin and Betsy Spilde; siblings, Marvin Spilde and Julius Spilde; daughter-in-law, Julie Anderson; and many sister and brother in laws.Funeral Service 11 am, Friday, February 25, 2022, at First Lutheran Church, Ellendale, MN with visitation beginning at 10:00 am.

Richard Gary Oliphant passed away on Sunday, January 30th, 2022. Richard was born to Ardys and Donald Oliphant on October 6th, 1942, in Albert Lea, Minnesota. He graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1961. He was a coach/teacher/athletic director for over 35 years spending 26 of those years in Faribault Public Schools in Faribault, Minnesota. He also taught/coached 6 years in the Blue Earth Public Schools in Blue Earth, Minnesota. Richard was a member of the Faribault, Albert Lea and University Northern Iowa Sports Halls of Fame. Richard enjoyed golfing, traveling, spending time with family and having morning coffee with his buddies. Richard is survived by his wife, Ann (Galloway)...

Mable Dobberstein died on November 24, 2021 in New Richland, Minnesota. Mable was born on October 22, 1925 to Walter and Augusta (Volkmann) Berndt in Alton Township new Alma City, Minnesota. Mable was baptized on November 8, 1925 at St Johns Lutheran Church in Iosco Township. She was later confirmed at St Pauls Lutheran Church in Waseca. On September 12, 1948 she was united in marriage to Elmer Raymond Dobberstein at First Lutheran Church in Waldorf, MN. Mable graduated 8th grade from Country School, District 70 in Waseca County, MN, and later graduated 12th grade from Waseca High School. Mable attended St Mary's School of Nursing in Rochester, MN and graduated in 1947. Following her...

Mable Dobberstein died on November 24, 2021 in New Richland, MN. Mable was born on October 22, 1925 to Walter and Augusta (Volkmann) Berndt in Alton Township new Alma City, Minnesota. Mable was baptized on November 8, 1925 at St Johns Lutheran Church in Iosco Township. She was confirmed at St Pauls Lutheran Church in Waseca. On September 12, 1948 she was married to Elmer Raymond Dobberstein at First Lutheran Church in Waldorf, MN. Mable graduated 8th grade from Country School, District 70 in Waseca County, MN, and graduated 12th grade from Waseca High School. Mable attended St Mary's School of Nursing in Rochester, MN and graduated in 1947. Following her graduation, she worked briefly at...

Cynthia "Cindy" Lea Enderson, age 72, of Albert Lea, passed away on November 20, 2021. Cindy met a significant cancer challenge with epic strength and determination. She took advantage of all that Mayo Clinic doctors offered her to extend her life. Cindy was always moving with positive approach to everything. Cindy was born on September 8, 1949 to George and Nellie Johnson. She graduated from Richfield high school. Cindy married Larry J. Enderson and have been together for 43 years. After a long career in insurance as office manager in the Twin Cities. She worked at Cafourek Insurance Company and retired from Albert Lea School district 241. Cindy enjoyed gardening, listening to music,...

Linda Marie (Piersol) Thornton, born June 17, 1951 and passed away on October 10th, 2022. Linda was born in Fargo, North Dakota. She was raised in Dilworth, MN and graduated from high school in 1968. She was united in marriage to Robert Thornton Sr. on May 17, 1975. Together, they raised their four children in Waseca, MN. Linda worked at Sacred Heart Parish for several years as the Food Service Director. Above all else, Linda loved her kids and grandkids. She enjoyed having coffee with friends and visiting with anyone who would stop by the house. When her kids were growing up, Linda volunteered a lot of her free time at church and other activities. Linda was preceded in death by her...

Andrew "Andy" J. Mucha, age 84, of Ellendale, passed away on September 26, 2021. Andy was born on October 27, 1936 to Andrew and Emilie Mucha (Malkowsky). He graduated from New Richland High School and joined the Army for two years. After serving with the Army, he then returned to the family farm. After farming, Andy was an electrician for 40 years and also started an electrical contractor business. Andy was known to be very friendly and always enjoyed meeting new people. He enjoyed traveling with his family and reading in his free time. Andy was a long time member of First Lutheran Church in Ellendale, MN, since 1964. He is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Emilie Mucha;...

Ronald "Ron" Johnson, age 64, of Geneva, passed away on May 23, 2021. Ron is survived and will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 45 years, Jolee; children, Amy Svoboda and Josh (Amanda) Johnson; grandchildren, Gadge, Graci, Kaleb, Jozie and Lillian; mother, Inez; siblings, Rick (Becki), Ryan, Rollie (Cheryl), LuAnn (Brad) Prescher, and Ross "Poke"; uncle, Don (Gail) Johnson; mother and father-in-law, Don and LaVonna Ruhl; brother-in-laws, Jim (Diane) Butler, Jerry (Le) Butler, John (Ellen) Butler, and Joel Butler; nieces; nephews; great-nieces; great-nephews; and also, his special neighborhood buddy, Bentley. Ron loved spending time with his family, especially his five...

Frank Garcia Hernandez, 71 peacefully passed at St. Mary's hospital on 5/20/21 due to heart failure surrounded by his family and loved ones; Frank was a fighter until the very end. Frank was the son of Matias and Esther Hernandez of Winnebago MN, born on July 6, 1949. Frank was an altar boy, baptized and confirmed at St. Mary's of Winnebago, MN. Frank married Jeanette Serrano in 1968 and they were blessed with 3 daughters Tracy, Gayla, and Cindy. Frank and Jeanette recently celebrated 50 years in 2018. Frank worked at Queens products for 19 years before Queens closed. In 1970 Frank began his career selling vacuum cleaners with Electrolux. After 15 years of sales with Electrolux, Frank...

LeRoy A. Thoreson, 84, of Albert Lea, Minnesota passed away Friday, April 30, 2021 surrounded by his family at St Mary's Hospital in Rochester. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 5, 2021 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Round Prairie Lutheran Church, 12881 757th Ave, Glenville, MN. Funeral services will start at 1 with Pastor Kent Otterman officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery in Moscow Township. The funeral will be livestreamed and available on his obituary page at www.bonnerupfuneralservice.com. LeRoy was born on August 1, 1936 to Adolph and Margarethe (Romo) Thoreson in Wanamingo. He graduated from Wanamingo High School in 1954, served in the Army Reserves, and...

This is a story of Corrine Jean (Prestegard) Miller. Corrine was a wonderful woman that will be missed and will always be cherished. She was a wonderful and loving wife, Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and Great-great Grandma and a baker of pies like no other could. Corrine died peacefully on Sunday morning, April 25, 2021 at Abbott Hospital, Minneapolis, MN. Corrine was born in Owatonna, MN on September 20, 1934, the middle child to Evelyn and Julian Prestegard. She graduated from Owatonna High School in 1952. Because of her love of dancing, she went to the Monterey Ballroom in Owatonna and met a handsome sailor on leave. Corrine married Robert F. Miller on August 28, 1954 in Owatonna. Shortly...

This is a story of Corrine Jean (Prestegard) Miller. Corrine was a wonderful woman that will be missed and will always be cherished. She was a wonderful and loving wife, Mom, Grandma, Great Grandma and Great-great Grandma and a baker of pies like no other could. Corrine died peacefully on Sunday morning, April 25, 2021 at Abbott Hospital, Minneapolis. Corrine was born in Owatonna, MN on Sept. 20, 1934, the middle child to Evelyn and Julian Prestegard. She graduated from Owatonna High School in 1952. Because of her love of dancing, she went to the Monterey Ballroom in Owatonna and met a handsome sailor on leave. Corrine married Robert F. Miller on August 28, 1954 in Owatonna. Shortly after...

Lorraine Donna (Rugroden) Nelson, 93, of New Richland passed away March 30, 2021 at the New Richland Care Center. A private family graveside service will be held at the St. Peters Cemetery of New Richland. Bonnerup Funeral Service of New Richland is assisting the family. www.bonnerupfuneralservice.com. Lorraine was born in her family home near New Richland on June 21, 1927 to Oscar and Clara (Knudson) Rugroden. She was the youngest of 6 children. She attended country school through grade 8 and graduated from New Richland High School in 1945. After high school, she worked at Gutenberg's Caf? in New Richland where she met a very handsome Marine. Gene Lee Nelson became her husband on March...

1944-2021 Ellendale?Age 76, passed away on February 13, 2021. Services provided by Bonnerup Funeral Service.

Having lived a full and rich 97 years, Fern Ratigan passed away at home on February 2nd, 2021, with family present. Born March 12, 1923, to Hilbert and Francesca (Kain) Malzahn, near Minnesota Lake, Fern enjoyed a carefree childhood, helping on the family farm, riding horse, playing cards with her siblings, and attending country school just down the road. After completing school, she worked as a nanny and mother's helper, as well as a waitress, before marrying the love of her life, David Ratigan. Together, they worked hard establishing a grain and dairy farm operation, as well as raising hogs and chickens. Hired help always loved working on their farms because they could enjoy Fern's...

Remembering the life of Sharon "Sheree" Utpadel: Please join family and friends for a Celebration of Life/Interment Service for Sharon A. (Wayne) Utpadel that is to be held at Geneva Cemetery on Saturday September 25th, 2021 at 2:00pm. Fellowship and lunch to follow Interment at Geneva Community Center from 2:30-5:00pm. Sharon died on Monday, December 7, 2020 at the New Richland Care Center. She was 82. "Sheree" as she was affectionately known, was born on September 13, 1938 to Arnold J. and Edith C. (Jensen) Wayne in rural Freeborn County. Sheree graduated from Ellendale High School and attended the Minnesota Business College of Minneapolis. Sheree was united in marriage to LaVerne C....

WWII Veteran, George "Buddy" Anthony Shurson passed away on Wednesday, September 16 at the New Richland Care Center. He was born on May 12, 1922. Buddy was the third of nine children born to Ben and Agnes Shurson in New Richland, MN. Buddy attended New Richland school and later entered the Army Air Corp. He was stationed in North Africa and eventually Foggia, Italy where he was an Engineer Gunner and a Waist Gunner on a B-17 bomber in the 15th Air Force. He flew 50 bombing missions during World War II over enemy occupied territory and also took part in the D-Day attack over France. Bud was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant in 1945. When he returned home, Buddy and his brother...

Memorial Services for Dean Harold Hagen, will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, February 15, at LeSueur River Lutheran Church, rural New Richland. The Reverend Steve Woyen will officiate. Inurnment will be in LeSueur River Lutheran Cemetery at a later date. Friends may visit with family one hour before the service at the church. Friedrich/Bonnerup Funeral Service is assisting the family. Born January 11, 1958, Dean was the son of Harold and Marlene Hagen of New Richland, Minnesota. He grew up on his family's farm and loved spending time with family and friends, snowmobiling, woodworking, and music. Dean especially had fun by teasing, joking and creating mischief. He had a great sense...

Lowell E. Baker, age 88, of Albert Lea, MN, formerly of Rochester, MN, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at St. Johns, The Woodlands. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 27, 2019 at First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea, with visitation beginning one hour prior. Pastor Jan Crissinger will officiate. Burial will take place at Graceland Cemetery. Lowell E. Baker was born on June 26, 1931, to Merill H. and Ebba (Nelson) Baker in Winona County, MN. Growing up in the Winona Area for much of his early years, Lowell's family moved to Albert Lea. Lowell was confirmed at First Lutheran Church in Albert Lea and graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1949. In 1952,...