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Mark Gregory Mullally age 66, of Owatonna, Minnesota died unexpectedly after a brief illness at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester. Mark was born December 10, 1954 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was the oldest child of James and Kathryn (Peabody) Mullally. Mark worked part - time at the Human Relations Center in Owatonna and enjoyed collecting coins and stamps, playing cards, listening to music, playing computer games and watching the Minnesota Twins. He is preceded in death by his father, Jim; his sister and brother in law, Jane and John Kreuch. He is survived by his mother, Katie; brothers Michael (Sue), Jim, Kevin (Karen), Michael Paul Mahoney (Lynn Anderson); and sisters Patricia...

Evelyn Arlene Stange Lee, 89, passed away peacefully at home April 16, 2021 under the care of her family after a short battle with cancer. Friends may greet the family Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at the Brick-Meger Funeral Home in Owatonna from 5-7 pm. There will be a private family funeral on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at the Brick-Meger Funeral Home, followed by interment at Steele Center Cemetery. Evie was born January 4, 1932 in Rochester, MN to Fay and Pearl (Strain) Hofius. She grew up in Southeast Minnesota. She married Glen Stange on March 25, 1950. They had three children together and farmed together just north of Hope. In addition to working on the farm, Evie also enjoyed...

Glenn Irvin Beckman passed away on April 15th, 2021 at the age of 74, at his home in Owatonna, Minnesota. During a fierce battle with cancer, Glenn continued to share his smile and sense of humor with his family and friends. Glenn was born on September 26th, 1946 at St. Olaf Hospital in Austin, Minnesota. He is preceded in death by his parents Irvin and Caroline (Schwartz) Beckman. Glenn married Ruth (Rasmusson) Beckman on Nov 27th, 1965 at Methodist church in Ellendale. Glenn and Ruth were married for 55 years. He farmed his entire life, and also worked 30 years in lumber sales with Payless Cashway, UBC Lumber and Pro Build Lumber. Glenn was a devoted family man and always had time for...

Elaine Deming was born on June 17, 1932 to Carl and Lillian Wobschall in rural Steele County, MN. She graduated in 1949 from Medford H.S. In November 1956 she was married to W. Donald Deming, they had a farming operation in Steele County for many years. She later moved back to her childhood home where she cared for her elderly parents. Elaine was always interested in educating herself in many different ways. She enjoyed being involved in the community through many clubs and groups. She worked at the Braille School for the Blind in Faribault. She loved working with the students there. She had many interests. She earned a realtor's license, formed a women's investment club, and joined the...

Ralph Dale Schrader, 89, of Owatonna passed away peacefully at home on Saturday April 10, 2021, surrounded by his family. Ralph was born February 1, 1932 in Wasioja, MN, the son of Earl and Fanny Schrader. At a very early age Ralph was taken in and raised by his grandmother, with whom he had a loving, caring home. Ralph attended schools in Wasioja and Faribault. At the age of 17 he enlisted in the Army and was in the 25th Infantry Division, 65th Combat Engineers (Lightning Division). Because his company was already in Japan, his was one of the first units to land in Korea at the beginning of the Korean War. Returning from Korea, he was attached to the 698th Engineer Field Maintenance...

Duffy Moberg, 44 of Ellendale died peacefully at Homestead Hospice House in Owatonna on April 7, 2021. Memorial service will be 2:00 PM Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the Brick Meger Funeral Home with Rev. Todd Buegler presiding. Friends may greet the family 1.5 hours prior to the memorial service starting at 12:30 PM at the funeral home. Duffy was born on February 7, 1977 to Tim & Judy Moberg. He graduated from Marshall Senior High School in 1995 and went on to study Culinary Arts at Southwest Minnesota State University. Duffy spent his career in hospitality serving those around him. While in Marshall he worked in the restaurant industry, cooking for and serving others-wanting to make...

Merle E. Gostomczik, 101, of Medford, died on April 6, 2021 at the Emeralds of Faribault. She was born on September 10, 1919 to Bernard and Hattie (Stauty) Harguth. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School of Waseca in 1937. She attended nurses training at St. Mary's Nurses School in Rochester. Merle was united in marriage to Leo Gostomczik on May 3, 1940 at Sacred Heart Church in Waseca. Merle was a farmwife alongside her husband and the family settled on a farm in Deerfield Township. Later in life Merle worked in food service at the Owatonna Hospital until her retirement. Merle was a member of Christ The King Church in Medford, charter member of the Catholic Daughters of America and...

Bruce J. Nash, 58, passed away on Wednesday, March 17th, 2021 surrounded by his family. Bruce was born August 22nd, 1962 in Owatonna, the son of James K. and Agnes S. (Wesely) Nash. He grew up on the family farm just south of Owatonna with his five siblings. He attended Owatonna High School and graduated in 1981. He then attended the University of Minnesota for two years, receiving his Associates of Science degree. Bruce married Paula R. (Wayne) Nash on Jan 18th, 1986 and raised four children on the family farm where he was raised. Bruce, along with his brother Jim, were the fourth generation to farm Nash/Wesely Farms. He spent his life working the land. His work ethic was admired by his...

Bud was born May 2, 1923 in Steele County to Charles and Minnie (Pechachek) Pribyl. He graduated from Owatonna High School in 1941. Bud married the love of his life Dorothy (Pfeifer) on December 27, 1948 and together they lived their best life until her passing in 2010. Bud began his jewelry career after graduation at Jostens. He served in the US Army and Reserves from 1948-1954. Bud and Dorothy had two children, Larry (Janis) Pribyl and Bev (John) Allgood. In 1965 the family moved to St. Charles, IL where he continued his jewelry career until his retirement in 1986. Bud and Dorothy retired to the Medford area to be close to and enjoy their family. Bud enjoyed dancing and golf with Dorothy...

The family of Mark (Marcus) Nielson are sad to announced his passing on March 12, 2021 in Denver, Colorado. Mark was born October 3, 1975 to David and LaRaine Neilson. Mark was a kind and gentle person with a goofy sense of humor and a robust laugh. He enjoyed his many friends. He was well known as being incredibly empathetic being there for friends and family with a warm hug and smile. He was always able to be open and vulnerable about his struggles and we know that he helped many and touched many lives. His love of animals was well-known as his love of children. This was made apparent as he often worked with preschool and special needs kids. His special way of helping them navigate...

Delores E. Wilke, age 87, of Owatonna, died peacefully on Thursday, March 11, 2021. She was born on October 6, 1933 to George and Clara (Courier) Klingbeil on the family farm near Bricelyn, MN. She graduated from high school in 1951 and went on to become a Licensed Practical Nurse. She worked as a nurse at the Blue Earth Hospital until her marriage to Bob Wilke on February 17, 1953 while he was on leave from the Army. She was soon busy raising their three children, but took time to enjoy painting and making/selling crafts. In 1967 the family bought an old house that she proceeded to decorate. It was her dream and a wonderful place to raise the kids. When the kids got older, she took a job...

Jean Ann (Thiele) Larson passed away March 10, 2021 at the Emerald of Faribault. Visitation will be 2-4 PM Sunday, March 14, 2021 at the Medford Funeral Home. The visitation will continue at the Medford Funeral Home on Monday from 10:30 - 11:15 AM followed by a procession to the church for the funeral mass. Funeral Mass will be 11:30 AM Monday, March 15 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Medford, MN. Jean Ann Thiele Larson was born May 18th, 1938 to Leonard and Leona (Dietz) Thiele. Jean graduated from OHS in 1956 and worked at Security Bank and Trust. She and George were united in marriage December 28th, 1957, while George was home on leave from the Navy. In 1958, after being...

Jean Ann (Thiele) Larson passed away March 10, 2021 at the Emerald of Faribault. Visitation will be 2-4 PM Sunday, March 14, 2021 at the Medford Funeral Home. The visitation will continue at the Medford Funeral Home on Monday from 10:30 - 11:15 AM followed by a procession to the church for the funeral mass. Funeral Mass will be 11:30 AM Monday, March 15 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Medford, MN. Jean Ann Thiele Larson was born May 18th, 1938 to Leonard and Leona (Dietz) Thiele. Jean graduated from OHS in 1956 and worked at Security Bank and Trust. She and George were united in marriage December 28th, 1957, while George was home on leave from the Navy. In 1958, after being...

Father Edward Mountain, 96, of Owatonna, died peacefully on Monday, March 8, 2021 at the Benedictine Living Community in Owatonna, MN. Edward Cyril Mountain was born on April 1, 1924 in Lyra Township, Blue Earth County, MN, the son of Edward F. and Ada M. (Bowe) Mountain. He attended school in Good Thunder and graduated from high school in 1940. He then studied the classics at St. Mary's University in Winona, MN. He received his philosophy and theology degrees from the St. Paul Seminary School of Divinity-University of St. Thomas. Father Mountain was ordained by Bishop Leo Binz on June 1, 1947 at St. John the Baptist Church in Mankato. It was there that he celebrated his first...

Theodore "Ted" A. Stadler, age 69 of Medford, passed away at his home on Sunday, February 28th, 2021. A funeral service will be held on Friday, March 5th, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Meriden, MN. The service will be officiated by Deacon Billie Jo Wicks. Interment will be held at the St. Paul's Lutheran Church Cemetery in Meriden, MN. The visitation will be held at the Medford Funeral Home in Medford on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m and one hour before the time of services at the church on Friday. Theodore Andrew, the son of Edward and Mary "Kate" (Schweisthal) Stadler, was born on September 24th, 1951 in Faribault, MN. He attended Medford High School and...

Norman L. Rieck of Owatonna passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family February 18, 2021. A funeral service is set for Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 11 AM at Brick Meger Funeral Home. Friends may greet the family on Monday, February 22, 2021 at Brick - Meger Funeral Home in Owatonna from 4 - 7 PM and one hour before the funeral service at the funeral home on Tuesday. Norman was born January 10, 1945 in Owatonna the son of Erick A. and Edna A. (Schroeder) Rieck. He attended school in Ellendale and graduated from there in 1962. After high school Norm hauled canned milk in the local area and later hauled bulk milk. He was united in marriage to Leona Miller in 1968 at St....

Felix John Wochnick, 96 of Owatonna, passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2021. He was born on May 24, 1924, in Brockway Township, Stearns County, Minnesota. His parents were Anton J. and Mary (Symanietz) Wochnick. He attended rural school in Stearns County. He was the oldest of four boys and learned to bake and cook at a young age. One of his specialties was bread pudding, which his family misses. In his early years, he worked with crews harvesting grain from Oklahoma to the Canadian border in North Dakota. He also spent several years in dairy, having worked at Carlton College Dairy in Northfield. While working in Northfield, he met Bonnie at the Northfield Ballroom. On February 3, 1948,...