Obituaries 2011

December 2011

Robert L. “Bob” Kiess, age 56
Paynesville (formerly of Cold Spring)
June 15, 1955 – December 30, 2011

Memorial services will be 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, MN for Robert “Bob” Kiess, age 56, who died Friday at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Inurnment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery, Cold Spring, MN.  There will be a gathering of relatives and friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home prior to the memorial service. 

Bob was born in St. Cloud, MN to Lloyd and Marjorie (Danzl) Kiess.  He married Jennifer Theel on July 9, 2007 in Paynesville.  Bob served in the Army Reserve from  1976 – 1982.  Bob was a talented mechanic and was a “go to” guy for anything that needed fixing.  His big heart and talent for helping people were evident to many.  He loved hunting, fishing, golf and playing with his dog Ned.  He will be greatly missed by all.

 Survivors include his wife, Jen; parents, Lloyd and Margie; father-in-law, Warren Theel; brothers and sisters, Mary Jo (Paul) Morrison, John (Patty) Kiess, Carol Mueller, Ann Hansen, Jim Kiess; nieces and nephews, Angela Mueller, Nikki and Danny Kiess, Brandt and Caelin Hansen, and Hayley and Tanner Morrison.  

He was preceded in death by his grandparents; mother-in-law, and brother.

Memorials are preferred.

James Callais, age 80
Cold Spring
December 17, 1931 – December 30, 2011

A memorial service will be at 1:00 pm. Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring, MN for James Callais, age 80, who died Friday at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center.  Burial will be at the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery in Cold Spring.

There will be a gathering of relatives and friends from 12:00 – 1:00 pm at the funeral home prior to the memorial service. 

James was born in Waterford, MN to George and Edith (Parker) Callais.  He married Isabelle Hilsgen on April 24, 1954 in, St. Paul, MN.  James served four years in the US Navy.  He received the Purple Heart for action in the Korean conflict.  James farmed in the Lake Henry area for many years before retiring in the Cold Spring area.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially his moose hunting trips to Churchill Canada. 

Survivors include his loving wife of 55 years, Isabelle; children, Dianne (Jim) Zadlow, of Isanti, Michael (Janet) of Lester Prairie, Theresa (Jim) Sonne of Sharpsburg, GA, Cyrus (Stephanie) of Rochester, Le Roy (Dianna) of Richmond; 10 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sisters, Vicki Thomas of Inver Grove Heights, and Mabel Flaherty of Pine City.

He was preceded in death by his parents; 4 brothers, and 4 sisters.

Leander (Lee) L. Hansen, age 79
Jacobs Prairie
Feb. 25, 1932 – Dec. 27, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, December 31, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Leander L. Hansen, who entered eternal life on December 27, 2011 at Assumption Nursing Home in Cold Spring.  Rev. Julius Beckermann will officiate.  Burial will be in the St. James Cemetery in Jacobs Prairie.

Relatives and Friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:00 p.m. followed by a rosary with the St. James Men’s Society. Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home. 

Leander was born Feb. 25, 1932 in Wakefield Township, Minn. to Roman and Martha (Molitor) Hansen. He served in the Army from 1953 to 1955 and then transferred to the Army Reserves until 1961. During his early military service, he lived in Seattle, Wash. He later moved to Jacobs Prairie, where he farmed for 55 years. Leander received his high school diploma, and continued his college education by attending a variety of courses and programs in agriculture.

He married Arnella Krueger on Oct. 15, 1953, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN They were married 37 years before Arnella died Sept. 2, 1990.

Leander loved farming and serving his community. He was named the Outstanding Farmer of the Year in 1964. He was a member of the St. James Men’s Society, Knights of Columbus, Cold Spring American Legion and Catholic United Financial. He served as the Wakefield Township Clerk for 38 years and on the District 18 School Board for six years, Mid-Minnesota Mutual Insurance Board for 28 years, St. Joseph Co-op Board, and Farmers Home Administration (Farm Service Agency) Board. He was a member of St. James Jacobs Prairie Church for many years, where he was an active volunteer, lector and Trustee for 14 years. He was also a distributor for DeKalb Seeds and Vigortone Feeds. He enjoyed bowling, playing cards, watching baseball and checking the local crops and weather.

Leander is survived by his children, Sandy, Joan (Mike) Willenbring of Jacobs Prairie, Jean (Don) Stock of St. Joseph, Deb (Bob) Heinen of Richmond, Tom (Donna) of Jacobs Prairie, Jeff (Sandi) of Cold Spring, Tammy (Tom) Moore of Royalton and Pam of St. Joseph; sisters Loretta (Roger) Zimmer, Leona Lardy and sister-in-law Eileen (Marcellus) Hansen; 11 grandchildren, three great grandchildren and many beloved nieces, nephews and friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Arnella; brother, Marcellus; sisters, Florence and Lorraine; parents, Roman and Martha; granddaughter, Brittany Hansen and great-grandson, Isaac Willenbring.

A special thank you to the staff at Assumption Nursing Home, who provided wonderful care for Leander during the past two years of his life.

Russell “Mick" Austreng, age 76
Cold Spring
August 19, 1935 – December 22, 2011

Russell “Mick” Austreng, loving husband and father, born August 19, 1935 in Blackduck, MN to Reuben and Margretta, and long time resident of Cold Spring passed away peacefully on December 22, 2011 at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in the loving presence of his family.

Mick owned and operated the Cold Spring Record from 1968 to 1986. He loved hunting, fishing, golf and most of all, spending time with his wife and family.

He is survived by Patty, his wife of 57 years, his children Mike (Jeanie), Jolayne (Rick) Lindblom, Don (Kathy), Mary Lou (Ajay) von Wyl, Trista Donnay, Duane (Missy) and Bill. He is also survived by his brother Wayne, sister Mary Lou, grandchildren Dan, Ryan, Feren, Jeff, Chris, Josh, Ben, Alex, Jack and Ella and great grandchildren Damien, Josh and Evelyn.

Mick was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Rodney and his son-in-law Mike Donnay.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 27th and 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 28th at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring. Funeral services will be held at St. Boniface in Cold Spring on Wednesday, December 28th at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers memorials.

Mick, Dad, Grandpa, Friend, we will miss you terribly and you will stay in our hearts forever.

Jacob Kirschmann, age 94
Sartell (formerly of Bismarck, ND)
December 3, 1917 – December 17, 2011

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 22, 2011 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Cold Spring, MN for Jacob Kirschmann, age 94, who died Saturday at the Legends of Heritage Place in Sartell, MN.  Inurnment will be in the MN State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN.  Relatives and friends may call one hour prior to the services at the church.

Jacob was born in Havelock, ND to Jacob Sr. and Margarita (Caseman) Kirschmann. He married Dorothy Haugen on October 11, 1947 in Rapid City, SD.  Jake served in the U.S. Army during WWII.  He was a tank driver in the 813th Tank Destroyer Battalion, part of the 3rd Army under General George Patton.  He received the Purple Heart, Bronze Star and Presidential Unit Citation.  He worked for Kirschmann Manufacturing as a Farm Machinery Dealer Representative.  He traveled throughout the U.S. Helping Farmers and Dealers with their machinery.  Jake loved cooking, fishing, gardening, building and flying remote control model airplanes, and spending time with his family, grandchildren and great-grandchild.  

Survivors include his children, Brad (Gerry), Elizabeth (Gerald) Peterson, Daniel (Beverly); grandchildren, Brad Jr. (Aimee), Courtney (Nick) Taaffe, Edward (Giselle) Weymouth; great-granddaughter, Zoey Taaffe, and several brothers and sisters.
 
He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy. 

Paul Herges
St. Cloud
March 1, 1919 - December 15, 2011

The Mass of Christian Burial, celebrating the life of Paul P. Herges, age 92 of St. Cloud, will be 1:00 PM, Monday, December 19 at St. Mary’s Cathedral Upper Church in St. Cloud.  Burial will be in Assumption Cemetery.  Paul died at his home in St. Cloud on Thursday, with his family by his side.  There will be a visitation from 4-8:00 PM on Sunday and again after 11:00 AM Monday at the Miller-Carlin Funeral Home in St. Cloud.  St. Mary’s parish prayers will be 7:00 PM.

Paul was born March 1, 1919 in St. Martin to John and Mary (Doll) Herges.  His father died when Paul was an infant and he was sent to St. Johns Prep School.  He was greatly influenced by the priests and several became life long friends. Paul loved baseball.  He was a star in high school for St. Johns Prep and played amateur baseball for more than 20 years.  He made numerous all-star teams He was a player/manager for many of those years.  Paul graduated from St. John’s Prep School, The University of Wisconsin School of Banking and was a graduate of the Realtors Institute.  Paul was an entrepreneur at an early age.  He had his own business in St. Martin at the age of 21.  He married Rita Kolb on November 6, 1947 at St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud.  The couple were by each others side throughout their 64 years of marriage.  Paul was Past Executive Vice-President of the First National Bank of Kilkenny from 1954-1963 and was a founder and organizer of the St. Martin National Bank in 1962.  He organized Herges Realty in 1969, which later became Coldwell Banker Herges Realty, where he was involved until he retired in 1994.  Herges Realty was one of the original members of the St. Cloud Multiple Listing Service (MLS) and he served as the President of the St. Cloud Board of Realtors in 1976-1978 .  In 2000, he received the highest honor given to realtors, the Life Time Achievement Award.   Paul took special pride in being recognized as the Father of the Wheels, Wings and Water festival in St. Cloud.  He served on the St. Cloud City Council from 1978-1986.  He was Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus Council 961,  President of the Serra Club in 1984 and 1986, and member of the St. Cloud Board of Realtors and SCORE.   He received an Honorable Citation from the Wold Architecture Firm, St. Paul for serving on the planning and design committee of the Stearns County Law Enforcement Center.  He was a member of St. Mary’s Cathedral where he was a lectern for 14 years, the St. Cloud Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, the Catholic Order of Foresters and the St. Cloud Eagles.  Paul will be remembered as a quiet man who enjoyed his comic bantering with others.

Paul is survived by his wife, Rita, St. Cloud; his children; John (Mary Pat) Herges, St. Cloud; Fred Herges, Sartell; Julie (Titus) Calasanz, Houston, TX; Patty (Rob) Stomberg, Blackduck; Bob (Renee) Herges, Cold Spring; and Heidi (Kevin) Hall, Clearwater.  He is also survived by grandchildren: Dylan Herges, Christopher Herges, Seth Stomberg, Adam Herges, Brett Herges, Anna Stomberg, Emily Calasanz, Jake Herges, and one great-grandchild Violet Herges.

Paul is preceded in death by his parents, his sisters, Rose Mohs, Gertrude Wehseler, Mina Tholl, brothers, Edmund Herges, Math Herges and Eugene Herges.

The family would like to thank the staff at Home Instead Home Health Care, as well as the St. Cloud Hospital Hospice for the excellent care given to Paul.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Dr. Doreen Keable Learning  Resource Center Memorial Scholarship Foundation at St. Cloud State University and can be sent to Alumni House c/o St. Cloud State University - 720 Fourth Avenue South, St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301.

Grace Kellner, age 97
Cold Spring
December 12, 1914 – December 12, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 17, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Grace Kellner, age 97, who died Monday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Grace will be from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Christian Women will pray a rosary at 4:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home. 

Grace was born in Cold Spring, MN to Charles and Margaret (Barbian) Gilley.  She married Alex Kellner on September 9, 1939 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN.  Grace was a homemaker all her life.  She enjoyed fishing, playing cribbage, jigsaw puzzles, crossroad puzzles, and quilting.  Grace loved going to Marnateli’s with friends and family.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish, the Christian Women, and Catholic United Financial.

Survivors include her sons, John (Carol), Roy (Lynn), Joe (Barb), Bill (Peggy); 9 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother, Elroy Gilley; sister, Loys Bolduc.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alex;  sisters, Alice Irvine, Ione Ahsenmacher, Vera Weber, Peggy Helmer.

Steven Flanagan, age 25
Cold Spring
May 2, 1986 - December 7, 2011

Steven Flanagan died Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at the Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis as a result of injuries sustained in a work-related accident.  A memorial service was held on Saturday, December 10th at River of Life Assembly of God in Cold Spring, with Pastor Denny Curran officiating.  Arrangements were with the Hoplin-Hitchcock Funeral Home in Glenwood.

Steven M. Flanagan, son of Michael and Paula (Kaufman) Flanagan, was born on May 2, 1986, in St. Cloud, MN.  At the age of 5, he moved with his family to Cold Spring, where he attended Cold Spring Elementary school.  Steven was a 2004 graduate of Rocori High School.  While in school he attended youth group at River of Life Assembly of God and served as a camp counselor for special needs campers at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria.  Following graduation Steven worked in the construction industry in the St. Cloud area until moving to Davenport, IA, in February of 2009.  While there he continued to work in construction.  In September of this year he returned to the Cold Spring area and worked in general exterior construction and renovation.  On November 3, 2011, he and his fiancée, Carmelitta, welcomed the birth of their daughter, Elia.  He was a very proud father and adored his new baby.

Steven was very social, and was blessed with an outgoing personality. He liked working with his hands and spending time outdoors.

On November 21, 2011, Steven was injured in a work-related accident while working near Olivia, MN.  He was initially transported to the hospital in Sioux Falls, SD, and later transferred to Hennepin County Medical Center, where he died on December 7, 2011.  Honoring his generous wish, the gift of life was shared with as many as 75 people in need through organ and tissue donation.

Steven is survived by his parents, Michael and Paula Flanagan of Cold Spring, MN; his fiancée, Carmelitta Bishop-Laueremann and infant daughter, Elia Flanagan, both of Cold Spring, MN; brother, Nick Flanagan of Ft. Wayne, IN; grandparents, Karlene Ulrich of St. Michael, MN and Duane and Shelbee Jean Kaufman of Alexandria, MN; uncles, Jeff (Barb) Flanagan of St. Michael, MN, John (Kaye) Flanagan of Ft. Wayne, IN, and Shawn (Tiffany) Flanagan of Tennessee; aunts, Marita (Dennis) Roden of St. Michael, MN, Marcia (Randy) Borell of Maple Lake, MN, Brenda (Gary) Hernesman of Grand Rapids, MN, Jodi (Michael) Grengs of St. Leo, MN, Kristi (Thomas) Schabel of Alexandria, MN; and numerous cousins and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Patrick Flanagan.

If you have memories, stories and/or photos of Steven that you would be willing to share, please email them to rememberingsteven@hotmail.com.  This emal account will be made available to his daughter, Elia, when she is older, as a means to help her know more about her dad.

Shirley (Decker) Martz, age 66
Plymouth, formerly of Cold Spring
June 21, 1945 – December 4, 2011

Shirley passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family after a year-long courageous battle with cancer.  A memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, December 10, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring, MN.

There will be a gathering of relatives and friends from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the Wenner Funeral Home prior to the memorial service. 

Shirley was born in Watkins, MN to Wilfred and Marcella (Garding) Decker.  Her parents later moved to Cold Spring where she graduated from St. Boniface High School and went on to attend the College of St. Benedict in St. Joseph, MN.  She married David Martz on September 30, 1969 in San Diego, CA.  They later built their house in Cold Spring where she was employed with Cold Spring Granite Company until moving to Oklahoma.  There she worked in the insurance field while helping create and operate the Heart to Heart Ministries with her husband until his tragic death in 1992 in an auto accident.

In 1997 she moved her family back to Minnesota where she pursued a career with Prudential and Hartford Insurance Companies until her retirement in 2010.  Her hobbies included gardening, crocheting, jigsaw puzzles, playing cards, reading a good book, and having a great conversation over a bottomless cup of coffee.

Survivors include her son, Jesse (Tammy) Martz of New Hope; daughter, Rachel Martz of Plymouth; brothers and sisters, Alvin (Beth) Decker of Cold Spring, Judy (Melvin) Grossinger of Richmond, Jane (Jim) Hunter of South St. Paul, Bonnie (Mark) Johannes of Cold Spring, Dorothy (t Delton) Becker of Florence, MT, Corrine Decker of Cold Spring, Brenda (Don) Willson of Port McNeill, BC, Allen Decker of Waite Park, Debbie (Ken) Plantenberg of Paynesville; sisters-in-law Eileen (t Willy Jr) Decker of Richmond, Linda (t Mike) Martz of Brooklyn Center; brother-in-law, Lester (Karen) Martz of Streetman, TX; mother-in-law, Mary (Hugh) Lear of Owasso, OK and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, David; parents, Willy and Sally Decker; brothers, Melvin, Willy Jr Decker; brothers-in-law, Del Becker and Mike Martz; father-in-law, Marvin Martz.

Mary “Mickie” Adams, age 74
Richmond
January 9, 1937 – December 3, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Mary “ Mickie” Adams, age 74, who died Saturday at the Country Manor.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 4:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue Friday morning from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

Mickie was born in Richmond, MN to Ben and Elisabeth (Reitmeier) Thyen. She married Floyd Adams on June 25, 1955.  Mickie worked at Fingerhut for many years.  She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and playing cards.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish and Catholic United Financial.

Survivors include her children, Sandi (Scott) Maselter, David “Corky”, Lisa (Todd Woodstrom), Lori (Ken) Smith, Barbie (Jim Holt); brothers and sisters, Leroy (Angie) Thyen, Roger (Aggie) Thyen, Wally (Darlene) Thyen, Donna (Bob) Backes, Doris (Flip) Kalthoff; 11 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd (October 26, 1974); parents and, father and mother in law, Ted and Veronica Adams. 

 

November 2011

Donald L. Kulzer, age 78
Richmond
July 29, 1933 – November 30, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 5, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Donald L. Kulzer, age 78, who died Wednesday at his home surrounded by his family.  Inurnment will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Richmond Knights of Columbus.

Donald was born in Greenwald, Minnesota to William and Lillian (Wiener) Kulzer.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1952 – 1956 as a weapons infantryman.  Donald worked at Cold Spring Granite Company from 1958 -1996.  He was a member of the Richmond Fire Department (retired), Albany Pioneer Club, American Legion and Knights of Columbus.

Survivors include his children, Mark (Judy) Kulzer of Paynesville, MN, Sharon (Jake) McCullough of Savage, MN, Lillian (Ethan) Trower of Eden Valley, MN; grandchildren, Kent Kulzer of Richmond, MN, Jon (Amy) Kulzer of Paynesville, MN, Kim (Brandon Schmidt) Kulzer of Belgrade, MN, Andrew Trower of St. Cloud, MN, Keegan McCullough of Savage, MN, Connor McCullough of Savage, MN; great-granddaughter, Kadyn Kulzer of Paynesville, MN; brothers, Wilfred (Lois) Kulzer of Paynesville, MN, Virgil (Jen) Kulzer of Paynesville, MN; sisters, Sister Linda Kulzer O.S.B. of St. Cloud, MN, Sister Marilyn Kulzer O.S.B. of St. Cloud, MN, Dorine (Urban) Fuchs of Paynesville, MN, Janice (Damian) Barthle of Louisville, KY.

He was preceded in death by his parents and infant daughter Anita Kulzer.   

Thomas J. Huber, age 66
Richmond, formerly of Fergus Falls
March 3, 1945 – November 25, 2011

A memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, MN (151 Oakwood Ave. SE) for Thomas J. Huber, age 66, who died Friday at his home of natural causes.

There will be a gathering of relatives and friends at the funeral home following the services.

Tom was born in Minneapolis, MN to Wendell and Estelle (Collins) Huber.  He graduated from Fergus Falls High School and attended Moorhead State graduating in 1969 with a degree in Marketing and Business Administration.  Tom worked for GMAC for 30 years.  He loved to hunt, fish, sing, visit with friends and family and have coffee with the boys at Dino’s Southside Café in Richmond.

Survivors include his daughter, Pam (Rory) Nelson; grandson, RJ Nelson; sister, Mary (Tom) Dillard; niece and nephew, Katy and Joe Dillard.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Edmund L. “Ed” Herges, age 97
Cold Spring formerly from Foley & Pearl Lake
January 2, 1914 – November 20, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Edmund Herges, age 97.  Ed passed away Sunday, November 20th at the Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the Holy Cross Parish Cemetery in Marty (Pearl Lake), MN.

Relatives and friends may call one hour prior to the mass at the church.

Ed was born in St. Martin, MN to John and Mary (Doll) Herges.  He married Josephine Hagemann at the Church of St. Martin, St. Martin on May 30, 1939.  Ed was the owner of Herges Meat Market, Foley and Herges Sausage House, Waite Park.  He and Jo retired to Pearl Lake and later moved to Assumption Court in Cold Spring.  Ed enjoyed fishing, golfing, woodworking, gardening, music, watching the Twins, “wintering” in Arizona and spending time with family and friends.  Some of his best years were singing and traveling with the Cold Spring Maennerchor.

Survivors include his children, Kathy (Jerry) Schwieters, Sartell, Eileen (Bill) Kampa, St. Francis, Lynn (Herb) Latterell, Roseville, Doris (Denis) Tadych, Coon Rapids, Mary Lou (Guy) Holt, Becker, Gary (Deb) Herges, Alexandria, Rick (Mary Kay) Herges, Rochester, and Jayna (Jose) Chapa, Maple Grove; brother, Paul (Rita) Herges, St. Cloud; sisters-in-law, Alma Herges, Melrose, and Peg Herges, St. Martin; 21 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents; wife (2007); infant daughter (1943); brothers, Math and Eugene; sisters, Rose Mohs, Gert Wehseler and Mina Tholl.

The family would like to thank the staff at the Assumption Nursing Home as well as Heartland Hospice for the excellent care given to Ed.

Rose Mary Athmann, age 71
Cold Spring 
November 15, 1940 – November 19, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Rose Mary (Gran) Athmann, age 71, who died peacefully surrounded by her family at Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation continues from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the funeral home.

Rose Mary Gran was born in St. Peter, MN to Ole and Florence (Chouanard) Gran.  She married Hubert Athmann on October 8, 1960 in St. Peter Catholic Church in St. Peter, MN.  Rose Mary was self employed as a daycare provider.  She was involved in Girl Scouts and her homemakers club.  Rose Mary enjoyed her time with her children and grandchildren, watching the Twins, playing cards, puzzles and crossword.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish. 

Survivors include her children, Karen (Brian) Buermann of Richmond, Kevin (Annette) of St. Cloud, Gary (Ruth) of Cold Spring, Shelly (Tim) Rothstein of Cold Spring, Dan (Kristi) of Sauk Rapids, Kristen (Dave) Stadther of Cold Spring; brothers and sisters, Jean Mekoli of Woodbury, Robert (Elaine) Gran of Kettering, OH, Willis Gran of Bow, NH, Carol (Dennis) DeMars of Coon Rapids, Kathleen (Cliff) Goracke of Spicer; grandchildren, Megan and Sara Buermann, Ryan Stahovich, Gina, Blaine and Samantha Athmann, Danielle, Katie and Taylor Rothstein, Easton, Zach, Jadyn and Emma Athmann, Amanda and Mason Stadther; great-grandson, Nolan Hansen.

Preceded in death by her parents and husband, Hubie (2003). 

Nancy Kay Zmudka, age 77
Cold Spring
February 24, 1934 – November 9, 2011

After a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease, Nancy Kay Zmudka, 77, died peacefully in her sleep on November 9, 2011, at her home in Cold Spring, MN with her daughter by her side.

A former resident of Dubuque, IA for many years, Kay was the first child of the late Thurline (Dunshee) and R.P. White, the loving sister of the late Michael M. White, and the beloved wife of the late Frank L. Zmudka.  Kay’s memory will be forever cherished by her daughter and son-in-law, Linda (Elliott) and William Crippes of Richmond, MN, grandsons Brandon Crippes who is stationed overseas and Ben Crippes of Sartell, MN, step-daughter, Christine (Mike) Lambert and their children, John, Joe and Jeana, step-sons James (Peggy) Zmudka and their children Zach and Lucas, and William (Lori) Zmudka, and their children Matt and Molly, all from Dubuque, IA.

Kay was born in Council Bluffs, IA and grew up in the Baltimore, MD area.  She attended the University of Maryland before going to work for American Airlines where she was based in Chicago, IL and then later Dallas, TX.  After her daughter was born she obtained her teaching degree from Texas Women’s University, and then taught at elementary schools in Texas, Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa.  She obtained her postgraduate degree from Clarke College in Dubuque, IA while working for the Western Dubuque School District where she won several prestigious awards for excellence in education and received numerous promotions in administrative management.  During this time she also started an educational tools corporation with three of her friends.  Upon her retirement from the school system, Kay worked for Apple Computer in the Education Division for several years before retiring completely in 1992 when she and Frank moved to their lake property in Richmond, MN.  After Frank’s passing in 2005, Kay moved to Assumption Court in Cold Spring where she passed away peacefully at her home after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Kay was a treasured friend, respected boss, excellent educator, and deeply loved by her family.  She had a brilliant, inquisitive mind and was driven to succeed at every endeavor she pursued.  She lived a boisterous, adventurous life, and quietly worked for women’s equality in the workplace at a time in America when few women held management positions.  She was a wonderful role model and she imparted her work ethic and love of education to everyone in her family.  After their retirement, Frank and Kay kicked back at the lake to do what they loved best; fishing, boating, gardening, numerous hobbies, and spending time with their family and friends.  She lived a long, full life, and always said she wanted her friends and family to celebrate the many happy memories they have of her.

A memorial gathering to remember Kay will be held at Behr Funeral Home in Dubuque, IA on Friday, November 18, 2011 from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.  Inurnment will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Dubuque, IA.

Milton Jerrol Nybakke, age 74
Sauk Rapids, formerly of Cold Spring
April 9, 1937 – November 8, 2011

Funeral Services for Milton Jerrol Nybakke will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 11, 2011 at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 325 11th St. No., Sauk Rapids, MN.  A visitation for friends and family will be one hour prior to services at the Church. 

Milton Jerrol Nybakke, son of Julian and Karen (Mithaugen) Nybakke was born April 9, 1937 in Hayes Township, Kerkhoven, MN.  At a young age, he moved with his family to Fairfield Township near Holloway, MN where Milton grew up and received his schooling and graduated from Holloway High School.

July 1960 Milton was drafted into the US Army.  In December 1960 he was in the artillery in Bomholder, Germany.  In 1961 he traveled the autobahn to West Berlin.  He guarded the Berlin Wall for four months.  He was honorably discharged in July of 1962.

On June 2, 1963, Milton was united in marriage to Judith Ann Blair at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in rural Appleton, MN.  He lived and worked doing carpenter work in Willmar, MN.  In 1966, they moved to St. Cloud where Milt continued to do carpenter work and started his own construction company.  Building mainly farm buildings, pole and steel buildings.  His motto was “Do you need a barn built, call Milt”.  In 1971 he built and moved to a home site near Cold Spring, MN and in 1994 he again built a new home site near Cold Spring for retirement and lived there until August 2005, when he and Judy moved to Heritage Apartments in Foley, MN.  In 2010, they moved to Good Shepherd Apartments in Sauk Rapids, MN.

Milton was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  He was a member of the American Legion Frank Kray Post No. 455 at Cold Spring, MN and a life member of the VFW Post 6915 at Cold Spring, MN.  His favorite hobbies included playing cards, doing crafts, gardening and mowing grass, but most of all, he enjoyed spending time and visiting with his family and friends and listening to blue grass and old time music.

He is survived by his wife, Judy of Sauk Rapids, MN; two children, Nathan (Alma) of Paso Robles, CA, Julie (Roy) Hanenburg of Foley, MN; 7 grandchildren; one sister, Joann (Meryln) Hanson of Westbrook, MN; one brother, Richard (Janice) Nybakke of Hutchinson, MN, and sister-in-law, Aleta Nybakke of Mesa, AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Norman and Roger Nybakke.

Hildegard “Hilde” Molitor, age 87
Richmond
February 2, 1924 – November 4, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Hildegard Molitor, age 87, who died Friday at the Assumption Nursing Home, Cold Spring.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday morning at the funeral home.

Hildegard was born in Cold Spring, MN to Michael and Elizabeth (Ludwig) Zimmerman. She married Peter Molitor on October 15, 1946 in Assumption Parish, Eden Valley, MN.  Hildegard loved to play cards, crochet, garden and spend time with family and loved ones; especially the love of her life for 65 years, Peter.  She was a member of Christian Women.

Survivors include her husband, Peter of Cold Spring; children, Melvin (Linda) Molitor of Coon Rapids, David Molitor of Orondo, WA, Janice Molitor of St. Cloud, Kathy Dietman of Kimball, Allen (Lisa) of Clearwater, Linda (Bill) Phillips of Cold Spring, Lisa Hansen of Cold Spring; 15 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; siblings, Alvina Beringer, Burgetta Nistler, Eldred Zimmerman, and Elmer Zimmerman.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Michael and Elizabeth (Ludwig) Zimmerman; siblings, Florence Molitor, Leander Zimmerman, Alfred Zimmerman, Lucille Theis, Raymond Zimmerman, and son, Duane Molitor. 

David “Dave” Schmitt, age 82
Cold Spring
January 23, 1929 – November 1, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 5, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for David Schmitt, age 82, who died Tuesday at his home surrounded by his family.  Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Dave will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home. 

Dave was born in Richmond, MN to Math and Irene (Doubek) Schmitt.  He worked 60 years at the Cold Spring Granite Company as a hand polisher.  He loved his classic Chevrolets and was a member of the Cold Spring Street Machines.  Dave was also a member of St. Boniface Parish, the St. Boniface Adult and Resurrection choirs, and the Cold Spring Area Maennerchor.  He had a great love for music, dancing, gardening and cruising in his cars.
 
Survivors include his children, Joseph (Mary Jane) of Backus, Debbie (Butch) Nuernberg of Cook, MN, Robert of St. Cloud, Paul (Deb) of Cold Spring, Nancy of Cold Spring, John (Beth) of Richmond; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Betty Fuchs; daughter, Mary Elisabeth.

October 2011

George Guggenberger, age 79
Richmond
February 4, 1932 – October 31, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 4, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for George Guggenberger, age 79, who died in the arms of his children at Cherrywood Advanced Living in Richmond.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Catholic Order of Foresters, St. Gerard Mission Group, and Catholic United Financial will pray at 4:00 p.m.  Parish Prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Friday morning at the funeral home.

George was born in Richmond, MN to George and Elizabeth (Hartig) Guggenberger. He married his soul mate, Dolores Feldhege on June 27, 1956 in Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN.  He served in the U.S. Army after the Korean War.  He had a love for nature, sports, playing cards, woodworking, anything mechanical and most of all spending time with his family. George was a member of Catholic Order of Foresters, St. Gerard Mission Group, Catholic United Financial and Sts. Peter & Paul Parish.

Survivors include his children, Earl (Tammy), Mike (Sue), Lynn (Dave) Dingmann, Dana (Brian) Shaw, Debra (Todd) Cota, Glen (Melissa), Steve (Jen), Chris (Dana), Craig (Denise); 21 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; siblings, Linus, Dave, and Sr. Marlene Guggenberger, O.S.B.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores (1998); siblings, Medard, Clara, Leonilla “Mutz”, Ray, Claude, Herbert, and Josephine. 

Our family would like to extend a special thank you to the wonderful staff at Cherrywood.

Joseph Dingmann, age 81
Richmond
January 9, 1930 – October 25, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 28, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Joseph Dingmann, age 81, who died Tuesday at the VA Medical Center in St. Cloud, MN.  Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday and from 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. Friday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond (151 Oakwood Ave SE).  Parish Prayers will be at 4:00 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Knights of Columbus and Catholic United Financial.

Joe was born in Richmond, MN to Henry B. and Gertrude (Ramler) Dingmann. He married Eileen Kleve on September 17, 1957 in the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Albany, MN.  Joe was in the Army from 1954 to 1956.  He worked at the Cold Spring Granite Company, and then farmed until he retired.  Joe enjoyed driving tractor and playing cards.  He was a member of the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish, Richmond American Legion #292, Knights of Columbus, and Catholic United Financial Association.

Survivors include Eileen, his wife of 54 years; children, Mary (Charlie) Nordmann of Richmond, Steve (Alainna) Dingmann of Clearwater, Jeff (Brenda) Dingmann of Richmond, Lori (Gene) Steckman of Jordan, Lisa (Jeff) Isenberg of Richmond; 15 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Irene; sisters-in-law, Theresa, Viola, Alma, and Mildred.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers and sisters, Ervin, Bill, Albert, Sr. Virginia Dingmann, O.S.F., Dorothy, Raymond, Alfred, Leander, Paul and Frances Kohnen.

Memorials are preferred in Lieu of flowers.

Gary Winning, age 62
Eden Valley
February 27, 1949 – October 24, 2011

A funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, MN for Gary Winning, age 62, who died Monday at his home.

Relatives and friends may gather at the funeral home from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.   

Gary was born in Greenwald to Albert and Marina (Hansen) Winning.  He served in the U.S. Army from 1968-1971 and was a Vietnam Veteran.  Gary worked for the Minnesota Department of Transportation as a Highway Maintenance worker for 30 years.  He loved riding his motorcycles, fishing, camping, gardening, farming and bird watching.  Gary was a member of the Watkins V.F.W. Post 5460 and Gold Wing Road Riders Association.

Survivors include his sisters, Verlia Koopmeiners, Lee (Ken) Patz, Cindy (Bob) Coolbroth; former wife, Diane Eisert; brother-in-law, Leander S. Meyer; sister-in-law, Donna Winning Trade; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Alvera Meyer; brother, Charles Winning; brother-in-law, Bert Koopmeiners.

LuAnn Svihel-Fleischhacker, age 79
Oakdale formerly of Cold Spring
November 22, 1931 – October 20, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for LuAnn Svihel-Fleischhacker, age 79, who died Thursday at St. John’s Hospital in Maplewood.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Gathering of friends and relatives will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Monday at St. Odilia Catholic Church, 3945 N Victoria in Shoreview, MN.  A visitation for LuAnn will be after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring. Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday morning at the funeral home. 

LuAnn was born in St. Martin, MN to Albert and Anna (Jonas) Schwagel.  She married Joseph L. Svihel on September 26, 1953 in St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.  Joseph died November 7, 1989.  She married Ardwin “Art” Fleischhacker August 4, 2000 at St. Boniface Catholic Church.  LuAnn worked at the Cold Spring Bakery and later for St. John’s Dining Service for 17 years.  She loved bowling, traveling, cooking, baking, flower gardening, playing cards, embroidery, spending time with family and friends at the cabin, and winters in Arizona.  She was a member of St. Boniface Christian Women, American Legion Auxiliary, Crosier Apostolate and a former Girl and Cub Scout Leader.

Survivors include her husband, Art; children, James (Sandra) Svihel of Cold Spring, Charles Svihel of Cold Spring, Cheryl (Dennis) Twining of Sauk Rapids, JoAnn (Christopher) Condon of Sartell, Susan (Gary) Mackedanz of Cold Spring, Lynn (Alan) Buermann of Paynesville, John Svihel of St. Augusta, Karen (Rich) Buermann of Paynesville, Deb (Jason) Terwey of Albany; stepchildren, William (Carole) Fleischhacker of Forest Lake, Marge Schmidt of Oakdale, Mark (Deb) Fleischhacker of Vadnais Heights, Joyce Fleischhacker of North St. Paul, Brenda (John) Fowler of Shoreview; 22 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, and brothers, Linus, Marvin, and John Schwagel.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joseph, and granddaughter, Jacqueline Twining.

William “Bill” Hill, age 78
Cold Spring
December 15, 1932 – October 19, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 24, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for William H. “Bill” Hill, age 78, who died Wednesday at his home from complications with cancer.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish Prayers will be at 6:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue Monday morning from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home.

Bill was born in Indianapolis, IN to Henry and Beulah (Cobb) Hill.  He married Marcia Kurz on July 29, 1952.  Bill served in the U.S. Army and was a Korean War Veteran.  He worked for Benefit Trust Life Insurance Company, Catholic Knights, and Catholic Aid Association.  Bill became Vice-President of Sales and Marketing for the Catholic Aid Association before his retirement.  He enjoyed golfing, time at the cabin on the Horseshoe Chain, traveling, St. John’s University football games, and spending time with his grandchildren.  Bill was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Catholic United Financial, Big Brothers, former member of Crystal Council Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus.  He volunteered at the Hennepin County Workhouse.

Survivors include his two children; daughter, Mary Kay (Richard) Stock of Elk River and their children, Tony and Jason (Deanna); son, Mark (Sue) Hill of Albertville and their children, Andrea, Nicholas and Abby; sister, Nita, Betty, Sandra; great-grandchild, Max.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Marcia (January 2011), and his sister, Pat. 

Ann Moeller, age 94
Cold Spring
December 11, 1916 – October 13, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Ann Moeller, age 94, who died Thursday at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Ann will be after 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Ann was born in St. Cloud, MN to John and Elizabeth (Walters) Weber.  She married Leander Moeller on August 5, 1941 in Cold Spring.  Ann was a wonderful mother and homemaker.  She enjoyed traveling, baking, volunteering, working diligently in her gardens, and watching the Twins and Vikings!  One of her greatest pleasures was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Christian Women, and American Legion Auxiliary.

Survivors include her son, Richard “Dick” (Lorraine); daughter, Mary (James) Horstmann; sister, Viola Guggenberger; 4 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leander (1983); 4 sisters and 3 brothers.

Laverne Mandernach, age 78
St. Martin
December 31, 1932 – October 13, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 17, 2011 at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin, MN for Laverne Mandernach, age 78, who died Thursday at the St. Benedict’s Center.  Burial will be in the St. Martin Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Laverne will be after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the St Martin Parish Hall in St. Martin.   Parish prayers will be at 4:00 p.m. followed by a rosary with Christian Women.
Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:45 a.m. Monday morning at the St. Martin Parish Hall. 

Laverne was born in St. Martin, Minnesota to Peter and Catherine (Lieser) Mandernach.  Laverne was a caregiver, especially to her mom and dad.  She enjoyed her volunteer work at Vision Ease, Red Lobster and the VA Hospital.    She loved music, bingo, cooking and baking, solving puzzles, and playing cards.  She was an avid quilter and jewelry maker.  Laverne was a member of St. Martin Parish and Christian Women.

Survivors include her sisters, Teresa Dingmann, Sr. Leonore Mandernach, OSB, Sr. Margaret Mandernach, OSB, Sr. Mary Mandernach, OSB, Lillian Smith; brothers, Br. Michael Mandernach, CSPX, Br. Robert Mandernach, OSC, Cyril Mandernach, John (Dianne) Mandernach; many nieces and nephews, and many grand nieces and nephews.
 
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Joseph and Albert; infant sister; brother-in-law, Albert Dingmann, and nephew, Jim Dingmann.

The family of Laverne would like to acknowledge the wonderful care given at Good Shepherd Cottages.

Rick A. Dingmann, age 35
Minneapolis, formerly of Richmond
July 27, 1976 – October 10, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 14, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Rick A. Dingmann, age 35, who died Monday.  Inurnment will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Friday morning at the funeral home.

Rick was born in St. Cloud, MN to Donald and Mary Ann (Thomes) Dingmann.   Rick’s dreams and ambitions were always too large for this world.  He was a jack of all trades; carpenter, gardener, artist, and a tinker with bikes.  Rick was a great fisherman, nature’s best friend, a loving son, brother and wonderful uncle.
 
Survivors include his parents, Mary Ann and Donald Dingmann; brother, Daniel (Mallory) Dingmann; goddaughter, Samantha Dingmann; birthmother, Sally (Mike) Foiles; half-brothers, Eric, Jordan, and Nick Foiles; grandmother, Lorraine Thomes; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Gregor and Magdeline Dingmann, and Gregor Thomes. 

 

Roger L. Johannes, age 68
Cold Spring
March 10, 1943 – October 10, 2011

Roger L. Johannes, 68, of Cold Spring, MN, died peacefully at his home after a long, courageous battle with diabetes and congestive heart failure, on Monday, October 10, 2011, surrounded by his loving family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 13, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Roger will be after 4:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Thursday morning in the St. Boniface Church Narthex. 

Roger was born in Cold Spring, Minnesota on March 10, 1943, to Ewald and Leona (Faber) Johannes.  He married Arlis Hennen on November 22, 1962 in St. Nicholas, Minnesota.  He lived his entire life in Cold Spring and served his community in many ways.  Roger was a member of the St. Boniface Parish in Cold Spring, and participated in the Faith formation committee as well as the Befrienders Ministry.  He owned and operated several local area businesses throughout his life including Rog’s Mini Mart & Sporting Goods for over 20 years.  Roger served on the Cold Spring Fire, Cold Spring Police and Stearns County Sheriff Departments, and was a state fire warden.  He also served as President of Cold Spring Area Chamber of Commerce, Charter Chairman for Ducks Unlimited, Rich Spring Chapter and President of Cold Spring Sportsman Club.

Roger was an avid sportsman.  His passion for the outdoors included hunting, fishing and grilling.  In his healthier years, he loved to entertain family and friends, cook and play cards.  Throughout his illness, he still had his great sense of humor and always made everyone laugh even during the difficult times.

Survivors include his loving angel and wife of 48 years, Arlis; children, Michelle (Dan) Berckes of Clear Lake, Kim (Mike Roth) Wenner-Roth of Cold Spring, Patrick of Brainerd, Mary Beth (Hebert Castillo) of Conway, SC; grandchildren, Aaron, Neal and Kelsey Athmann, Eric and Sarah Wenner, Hallie and Nolan Johannes; father, Ewald; siblings, Jack (Bess), Karen (Trevor) Evans, Tom, Kathy (Jim) Bell, Randy (Vi), Mark, and many nieces, nephews, special friends, and caregivers.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Leona (2002); son-in-law, Scott Wenner (2001), sister, Mary Ellen Larson (1980), brother, Ronald (1960), and his grandparents

Ronald “Ron” Brinker, age 76
Cold Spring
April 21, 1935 – October 6, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, October 10, 2011 at St. James Catholic Church in Jacobs Prairie, MN for Ronald “Ron” Brinker, age 76, who died Thursday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be in the St. James Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and Friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Ron was born in Eden Lake Township, MN to John and Frances (Mackedanz) Brinker.  He served in the U.S. Army from November 1954 to November 1956.  Ron worked at Peters Market and later Vogt Market as a butcher for many years.  He then worked as the custodian for St. James Parish until July 2005.  He was an avid softball player and bowler.  Ron was a member of St. James Parish, Catholic United Financial, Knights of Columbus, St. James Men’s Society and the Cold Spring American Legion.

The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff and caregivers at John Paul Apts., Assumption Home, and Heartland Hospice for the great care and friendship they provided Ron for the past 3 ½ years.  Also, special thanks to Ron’s old friends and caregivers Michael Eichers, Ralph and Dorothy Hansen and Mike and Marie Pung.

Survivors include his brothers and sisters, Gilbert (Esther) Brinker, Dick (Mary) Brinker, Della (Gervase) Jungels, Art (Arlene) Brinker, John (Gloria) Brinker, Joan Olmscheid, Doris (Jack) Torborg, and Dennis Brinker; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; twin sister, Ruth Mueller; sister, Mary Jane Brinker; brothers-in-law, Carl Mueller and Sylvester Olmscheid; nephews, Mark Olmscheid and Jeff Mueller; niece Barbara Sobania.

Alvin L. “Alvie” Braegelmann, age 90
October 1, 1921 ~ October 3, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, October 10, 2011 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Alvin L. “Alvie” Braegelmann, age 90, of St. Cloud who passed away on Monday, October 3, 2011 at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Augusta. Reverend Alfred Stangl will officiate. Entombment will be in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum in St. Cloud. Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday and after 11:30 a.m. on Monday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home.

Alvie was born on October 1, 1921 in Richmond, Minnesota to John and Susan (Fuchs) Braegelmann. He married Viola M. “Vi” Lang on June 10, 1946 at St. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond. Alvie and Vi started Alvie’s Restaurant in 1972, where they worked together until their retirement. Alvie also worked as a rural mail carrier for over 40 years throughout his life.

He was a member of the Catholic Order of Foresters in Richmond.
Alvie enjoyed gardening, cooking, playing cards, and wintering in Arizona with his wife. He especially loved spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his children, Sandi (John) Ludwig, Mary (Dale) Marschel, Dick (Sandi), Bob (Joan), and Dale, all of the St. Cloud area; 15 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Alfred, Eugene, Ione, Ralph, Theresa, Juletta, and Hardy.
Alvie was preceded in death by his wife, Vi in February of 2010; one grandchild, Danielle; brothers and sisters, Harold, Wilfred, Rosetta, Vern, Ed, Bernadine, and Cecelia.

A Special Thank You to the Staff at both the St. Cloud Hospital, especially the Intensive Care Unit and the Quiet Oaks Hospice House for the care given to Alvie. Memorials are preferred to Quiet Oaks Hospice House.

Karen M. Fleischhacker, age 53
Watkins
December 31, 1957 ~ October 2, 2011

Karen M. Fleischhacker, of Watkins, died unexpectedly at her home from a brain aneurysm on Sunday, October 2, 2011.  Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Watkins with interment in the parish cemetery.  Fr. John Brunner will officiate.

Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 – 8 p.m. and Thursday from 9 -10 a.m. at the Ertl Funeral Home in Watkins.  A rosary will be prayed at 4 p.m. on Wednesday at the funeral home followed by parish prayers at 6 p.m.

Karen M. Fleischhacker was born on December 31, 1957 at Minneapolis.  She was the daughter of Gerald and Alicia (Steffens) Kohnen.  Karen was united in marriage to Joe Fleischhacker on October 28, 1978 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Roscoe.  They resided in Watkins and Karen was employed at the Pumpkin Patch Daycare in Paynesville.  She also worked at the Amazing Farmyard at Paynesville and helped on the family farm.  Her husband, Joe, died from cancer on August 17, 2011.

Karen’s hobbies included crafts, gardening, sewing and motorcycling.  She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, especially her godchildren and her dogs and cat.

Karen is survived by her son, Carl; mother, Alicia Gertken of Freeport; brothers and sisters and their spouses, Mary and Arnold Bechtold of Rogers, Debra and Jim Novacek of South Haven, Donald and Carol Kohnen of Paynesville, Robert and Tina Kohnen of Paynesville, Terri and Glen Fleischhacker of Freeport; nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Kohnen; brother, James Kohnen and niece, Brenda Kohnen.

September 2011

Elmer Schleper, age 87
Farming
November 10, 1923 – September 25, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 1, 2011 at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin for Elmer Schleper, 87, who died of cancer Sunday evening, at his home surrounded by family.  Burial will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at the St. Catherine Cemetery in Farming.

A visitation for Elmer will be from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Saturday morning at the St. Martin Catholic Church.

Elmer was born in Farming on November 10, 1923 to Herman and Mary (Dingmann) Schleper.  He graduated from Albany High School in 1943 and played baseball, football, basketball, and also boxed in high school.  He served as baseball player/coach his senior year at Albany. He was an avid supporter of Albany High School athletics until his death.  On September 17, 1951, Elmer married Marcelline Weidner in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Regal. Elmer was a farmer his entire life; he and Marcelline took over the family farm west of Farming. He was a member of St. Catherine’s Catholic Church all his life until the church closed in May, 2011.  He sang in the St. Catherine’s choir for over 50 years, had been a lector at St. Catherine’s, and was a member and past officer of St. Catherine Catholic Aid Society.  Elmer was a charter member and past Grand Knight of the Fr. Pierz Council of the Knights of Columbus.  He had been a member of the Stearns Electric Assn. Trust Board, and was a member of the St. Martin Lions and Farming Sportsmen’s Clubs.

Elmer was actively involved in central Minnesota baseball and was one of the original members of the Farming amateur baseball team, which was founded in 1938.  He was the manager of the team for 23 years and played amateur baseball for 45 years.  In 1982 Elmer was inducted into the Minnesota Amateur Baseball Hall of Fame.  He was also a member of the Farming Baseball Hall of Fame and the Albany High School Huskies Hall of Fame.  He served as a baseball and softball umpire for the Minnesota State High School League for 37 years.

Survivors include Elmer’s children: Ramona (Jim) Myott, Minneapolis; Anna Marie (Ron) Jonas, Jacobs Prairie; Janice (Don) Lokken, Ramsey; Theresa Gillespie, Fort Worth, Texas; Patricia (Bruce) Bechtold, St. Joseph; Michael (Assia), Farming; Stephen (Barb), Colorado Springs, Colorado; Beverly, Champlin; Suzanne, St. Cloud; Peter (Heide), Avon; Jacquelyn (Tom) Humphrey, Elk River; sister, Hildegard Mehr, Farming, and 22 grandchildren.

Elmer was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Marcelline; son-in-law, Bob Gillespie; sister, Leona Schaefer, and brothers, Raymond, Albert, Urban, Paul, Edmund, and Joseph.

Memorials are preferred.

 

Bernard Ludwig, age 80
Richmond
August 20, 1931 – September 21, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 26, 2011 at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Roscoe, MN for Bernard Ludwig, age 80, who died Wednesday at St. Cloud Hospital.  Burial will be in the St. Agnes Parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  The Paynesville Knights of Columbus, St. Joseph Society, John Paul Newman Mission Group and Catholic United Financial will pray a rosary at 4:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home.

Bernard was born in Farming, MN to Joseph P. and Mary (Gertken) Ludwig.  He married Geraldine Moser on October 20, 1954 in St. Boniface Catholic Church, Cold Spring, MN.  Bernard and Geraldine farmed south of Roscoe until 1994 when they retired and moved to Richmond.  He loved fishing, playing cards, farming and being with his family.  Bernard was a member of the Paynesville Knights of Columbus, St. Joseph Society, John Paul Newman Mission Group, Catholic United Financial, and St. Agnes Parish.

Survivors include his wife, Geraldine; children, Diann (Bob) Bellmont of Cold Spring, Darleen (Roger) Utsch of Paynesville, Doris (Tom) Wendlandt of Paynesville, Donna (Dale) Mackedanz of Roscoe, Dennis (Kathy) Ludwig of St. Augusta, Daniel (Connie) Ludwig of Paynesville, Duane (Cheri) Ludwig of Paynesville, Della (Reid) Bellig of Royalton, Darren (Jessica) Ludwig of St. Cloud; brothers and sisters, Lorraine (Myron) Wenner, Richard (Sheila) Ludwig, Mildred Schreifels, Sylvester (Joann) Ludwig, Lavern (Darlene) Ludwig, Agnes Lutgen, Marilyn Henry, Ralph (Anita) Ludwig; 34 Grandchildren; 21 Great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; children, David Ludwig, Denae Ludwig, Denise Vogt; brothers and sisters, Hildegard Ludwig, Julitta Schackmann, Joseph B. Ludwig. 

Evelyn Sween, age 96
Ostrander
November 20, 1914 – September 21, 2011

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ostrander, MN for Evelyn Elizabeth Sween, age 96, who died at the Assumption Nursing Home in Cold Spring, MN. Burial will be in the Ostrander Cemetery in Ostrander, MN.

There will be a prayer service for relatives and friends at the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring, MN on Monday, September 26, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. 

Evelyn was born near Lanesboro in Fillmore County to Samuel and Mary (Dennstedt) McDowell.  She married Bennie Sween on October 27, 1937 in Ostrander, MN.  Evelyn’s fulltime job was as a mother.  She worked part-time as a school bus driver, an aide at the Ostrander Nursing Home and at LeRoy Products.  She crocheted many colorful afghans.  Evelyn was an avid SkipBo players as well as bingo.  She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and resident of Ostrander for 61 years.

Survivors include her loving children, Dallas (Paula) Sween, Norma (Dale) Monson, Betty (John) Anderson; 5 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren; 19 step-great-grandchildren; 2 step-great-great-grandchildren; sister, Marjorie Reeves of Wilmington, CA.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie (1992); 9 brothers and sisters.

Memorials are preferred to Ostrander Trinity, Assumption Home in Cold Spring, and Peace Lutheran in Cold Spring.

Mark Nierenhausen, age 56
Cold Spring
January 29, 1955 – September 18, 2011

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 23, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Mark Nierenhausen, age 56, who died Sunday at the Quiet Oaks Hospice House.  Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Mark will be from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Friday morning at the St. Boniface Catholic Church. 

Mark was born in St. Cloud, MN to Sylvan “Flash” and Bernadette “Bernie” (Eickhoff) Nierenhausen.  He married Rose Frank on April 15, 1978 in St. Nicholas.  He worked for the Cold Spring Granite Co. and later owned Mark Nierenhausen Granites.  Mark loved collecting antiques, working on antique cars, woodworking and spending time with his wife and family. 

Survivors include his wife, Rose; children, Bradley (Caroline) of Cold Spring, Terese (Joe) Kessler of Rosemount, Brent (Kayla) of Cold Spring; parents; sister, Anita “Nitz” (Bruce) Weber of Richmond; brothers, Paul (Gail) of Cold Spring, John (Jan) of Cold Spring, Luke (Kim) of Wilbraham, MA, James “Jinx” (Mary) of Cold Spring, Greg (Steph) of Crosslake, and 4 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents.

Albert B. Zieglmeier, age 82
St. Cloud
April 16, 1929 - September 17, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Albert B. Zieglmeier, 82, of St. Cloud will be at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 23, 2011 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud.  Al passed away on Saturday, September 17, 2011 at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Augusta.  Reverend Thomas Knoblach will officiate.  Burial with honors will be in St. Boniface Parish Cemetery, Cold Spring.

Family and friends may call between 4:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on Thursday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud and after 9:30 a.m. on Friday at the church.  Parish prayers will be held at 5:00 p.m. followed by the St. Cloud Eagles Aerie #622 at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.

Al was born on April 16, 1929 in Jacobs Prairie, Minnesota to John and Magdalena (Kaiser) Zieglmeier.  He served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict.  He married Martha M. Kremer on September 24, 1957 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud.     Al was employed by the St. Cloud Hospital in the maintenance department for 30 years, and was affectionately known as “Ziggy”.  He retired on October 1, 1992.  Al was a loving husband to Martha and a wonderful father and grandfather.  He enjoyed ice fishing, playing cards and trips up north to the casino.

Al is survived by his children, Joseph of St. Joseph, Diane (David) Meier of Albany, Tom (Cindy) of St. Augusta, Ann (Paul) Neumann of Sartell; grandchildren, Jason Meier of Madison, WI, Jennifer Meier of Rochester, Benjamin, Alyssa, Nicholas, Samuel and Sarah Zieglmeier all of St. Cloud; and brother and sisters, Betty Haus of Sauk Rapids, Leonard of St. Paul, Sally (Ralph) Ressemann of Richmond.  He also leaves behind long-time friend and companion, Jane Palmerscheim. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Martha on August 29, 1993; brothers, Nick, John, Leo, Alois, Alfred, Joe, George, Matt; and sisters, Mary Jonas, Ann Blum and Clara Schroeder.

Special thanks to the caring staff of Building 50-1 of the VA Medical Center and the staff of Quiet Oaks Hospice House.

John Herberg, age 68
Rockville
November 19, 1942 – September 16, 2011

Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at Peace Lutheran Church in Cold Spring, MN for John Herberg, age 68, who died Friday at his home.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Visitation will continue from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Wednesday afternoon at Peace Lutheran Church. 

John was born in Graceville, MN to Arnold and Ruth Herberg.  He married Marcia Hegge on November 30, 1963 at Zion Lutheran Church in Ortonville, MN.  He served in the Air Force from 1960 – 1963.  John enjoyed fishing, hunting, dirt track car races, woodworking, card playing and jam sessions.  He was a member of Northern MN Draft Horse Association and Albany Pioneer Club.

Survivors include his wife, Marcia; children, Brian Herberg, Becky (Jerry) Lytle, Christy (Rick) Saute; mother, Ruth; brother, Maurice; 11 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father, Arnold; 2 brothers, Lloyd and Howard.

Cecelia “Ceal” Mimbach, age 97
Richmond
March 24, 1914 – September 16, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Cecelia “Ceal” Mimbach, age 97, who died Friday at Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Christian Women and Catholic United Financial.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the funeral home.

Ceal was born in Arlingon, MN to Edward and Elizabeth (Wewer) Kauffmann.  She married Alfred Mimbach on May 29,1944 in St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Arlington.  They lived in St. Martin on a farm until their retirement to Richmond in 1979.  Ceal was a homemaker and a great cook.  She enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, crocheting and playing cards.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul parish, St. Martin Christian Women, Senior citizens and Catholic United Financial.

Survivors include her daughter Mary (Don) Holthaus, Richmond; foster son, Edward (Dorothy) Peine, Princeton; 11 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Alfred (Sept 14, 1994); 2 brothers; 2 sisters; foster son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Agnes Peine, and 3 grandchildren. 

Alois “Al” Charles Schroeder, age 74
Richmond
March 27, 1937 – September 16, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 19, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Alois “Al” Schroeder, age 74, who died peacefully Friday surrounded by his family after a 4 year battle with cancer.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 – 9:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Al was born in Richmond, MN to Luke and Anna (Ressemann) Schroeder. He married Barbara Swanson on June 2, 1956.  Al and Barb had three children.  Barb passed away November 30, 1988.  He married Dolores Rothstein, May 31, 1996.

Al worked as a tool grinder for forty years and retired from Liberty Tool in 2002.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, horseshoes, a good game of cribbage and enjoying a cold one with friends and family.  He was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul parish.

Survivors include his wife, Dolores, Richmond; children, Chuck, Monticello, Gerry “Weasel” (Mary), Minneapolis, Jeanne (Jerry) Schmidt, South Haven; stepchildren, Rick (Linda) Rothstein, Richmond, Lori Edlund, Cold Spring, Lisa (Paul) Sand, Avon, Darin “Lewis” Rothstein, Richmond, LeAnn (Todd) Johnson, Sartell, Amy (Jeremy) Salzer, St. Joseph; 6 grandchildren; 5 step grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brother, Ralph Schroeder, Steele, ND.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barb; parents; brother, “Andy”; sister, “Floss”; two sisters-in-law, and nephew, Terry Madden.

Virginia Murphy, age 82
Cold Spring formerly of St. Paul
November 28, 1928 – September 15, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 21, 2011 at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, 324 Prior Ave. St. Paul, MN for Virginia Murphy, age 82, who died Thursday at the Assumption Nursing Home, Cold Spring.  Burial will be in the Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights.

Relatives and friends may call from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church.  

Virginia was born in St. Paul, MN to James and Virginia (Murray) Murphy.  Virginia was a computer programmer for the Veterans Administration in Mpls., MN until her retirement.  She was also in the US Navy Reserves.  Virginia was an avid bridge player and loved golf and taking care of her many pets.  She was a member of Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church and an associate of the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

Survivors include her sister, Sally (Tom) Skahen of Cold Spring; brother, John (Elizabeth) Murphy of  Fir Crest, WA; sister-in-law, Paula Goetzke, West St. Paul; many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews

She was preceded in death by her parents; Sister Rita Duffy and brothers Thomas and Daniel Murphy.

Memorials are preferred to the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

Lucille Theis, 85
Eden Valley
November 15, 1925 – September 9, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, September 15, 2011 at Assumption Catholic Church, Eden Valley for Lucille Theis, age 85, who died Friday at Assumption Home, Cold Spring.  Rev. Virgil Braun will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery.  Friends and relatives may call from 4-9 p.m. Wednesday and after 9:00 a.m. Thursday at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Eden Valley.  Parish prayers will be at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home in Eden Valley.

Lucille was born Nov. 15, 1925 in Cold Spring to Michael & Elizabeth (Ludwig) Zimmerman.  She grew up in Cold Spring and moved to Eden Valley in 1942.  Lucille married Edward P. Theis on Sept. 17, 1946 at Assumption Catholic Church in Eden Valley.  She was a homemaker and also worked at local restaurants and the Valley Rest Home.  She was a member of Assumption Catholic Church, Assumption Christian Women Society, Eden Valley American Legion Post 381 Auxiliary, and Eden Valley Senior Citizens.  Lucille enjoyed her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Some of Lucille’s hobbies were crocheting afghans, having big flower gardens and playing Euchre.  Lucille had many friends and always commented that she collects “friends”, not things.  Lucille’s sons hand crafted her beautiful casket which is adorned with Lucille’s handiwork.

Survivors include her daughters and sons, Diane (Leon) Wieber of Richmond, Jerry (Shirley) of Eden Valley, Betty (Larry) Neu of Richmond, Larry (Mary) of Paynesville, Steve (TyLynn) of Cold Spring, Greg E. (Tama) of St. Cloud, and Laurie Theis (Steve Jungers) of Foley; sisters and brothers, Alvina Beringer of Lannon, WI, Hildegard Molitor of Cold Spring, Burgetta Nistler of Eden Valley, Eldred Zimmerman of Hartford, WI, and Elmer Zimmerman of New Berlin, WI; 19 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren, 4 step-grandchildren, and 5 step-great-grandchildren.  Lucille was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Edward on April 30, 2005; sister, Florence Molitor; and brothers, Leander, Alfred and Raymond Zimmerman.

Carole J. Carlson, age 73
Richmond
February 16, 1938 – September 9, 2011

A memorial service is planned for 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, MN for Carole J. Carlson, age 73, who died Friday at the Assumption Nursing Home in Cold Spring.

Friends and relatives are welcome to gather at the Wenner Funeral Home from 12 noon – 1:30 p.m. 

Carole Janice was born in Minneapolis to Kermit and Lucille (Pekula) Ruona.  She married Richard Carlson on May 11, 1956.  Carole worked for Nortronics and Polaris Industries.

Survivors include her loving husband, of 55 years, Dick; children, Terrie (Dave) Hoffman, Rick (Kathi) Carlson, Mary (Jim) Fredrickson, Laura (Kevin) Smith, Michelle (Gregg) Carlson; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Kermit and Lucille Ruona.

Memorials are preferred to Alzheimer’s Association.

John J. Fuchs, age 84
Cold Spring
November 23, 1926 – September 7, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 13, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for John Fuchs, age 84, who died Wednesday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  The Cold Spring Maennerchor will sing at 7:00 p.m.  Parish Prayers will be at 7:30 p.m. followed by a rosary with Catholic Order of Foresters, Catholic United Financial and Knights of Columbus.    Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday Morning in the narthex of St. Boniface Catholic Church.

John was born in Cold Spring, MN to Alphonse and Lidwina (Thelen) Fuchs.  He married Joan Stock on June 23, 1949 in St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Joseph.  He worked for the Cold Spring Granite Co. for 4 years until his father passed away.  Following his father’s death, John moved to the century farm until he retired.  He enjoyed singing, playing cards, fishing at Ruby Lake, hunting, bowling and making people laugh.  He was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Cold Spring Coop and Cold Spring Maennerchor for 66 years.

Survivors include his wife, Joan of 62 years; children, David (Linda) of St. Cloud, Diane (Gene) Dold of Sartell, Dale (Maggie) of Milwaukee, Duane of Cold Spring, Douglas (Becky) of Cold Spring; 15 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren and sister, Sophia Chang of California.

He was preceded in death by his son, Daniel; grandchildren, Scott and Katlyn Dold; brothers and sisters, Valerian “Larry” Fuchs, Cassilda Fuchs, Dorothy Walker, Bernice Sis, Marie Fuchs and Roger Fuchs.

Memorials are preferred to St. Boniface Parish or Assumption Nursing Home.

Herbert M. Hesse, age 90
Cold Spring
November 6, 1920 – September 4, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 7, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Herbert Hesse, age 90, who died Sunday at home surrounded by his family.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish Prayers will be at 7:30 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Catholic Order of Foresters and Knights of Columbus.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Wednesday morning at the funeral home. 

Herb was born in Cold Spring, MN to Charles and Theresa (Hansen) Hesse.  He married Lorraine Bolfing on April 7, 1951 in St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.  He worked 32 years at Cold Spring Granite Co. before he built Town’s Edge Mobile Home Park and City View Golf.  Herb was a master Do It Yourselfer! He was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Catholic Order of Foresters, Knights of Columbus, Cold Spring Men’s Bowling Association, the Maennerchor, and the Cold Spring Chamber of Commerce.

Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Lorraine; children, Gene (Pat), Herbert D. (Brenda), Peg, Susan (Richard Brooks), Gordon (Norma), Dan (Carla); 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Laverne Erpelding, and Fran Zelenak.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers and sisters, Ferdinand Drontle, Marcellus Drontle, Alvina Bosi, Frank, Mary Peter, Virgil, Virginia Mulvaney, Carl, Adolph, and Delphine Peters.

Memorials preferred

Willard Gregory, age 95
Pearl Lake
July 12, 1916 – September 1, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 5, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pearl Lake, MN for Willard Gregory, age 95, who died Thursday at the Quiet Oaks Hospice House.  Burial will be in the Holy Cross Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Willard will be from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Monday at Holy Cross Catholic Church.  Arrangements are with Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring.

Willard was born in Pearl Lake, MN to John and Susan (Steichen) Gregory.  He married Loretta Maus on May 25, 1944 in St. Cloud.  Willard worked on his dairy farm east of Goodner Lake until he retired in 1982.  He and Loretta enjoyed traveling, playing cards and visiting with friends.  Willard loved fishing, woodworking and spending time with his family. He was a member of the Men’s Society and Holy Cross School Board.

Survivors include his children, Janice (Bob) Gestner, Carol (Gary) Richards, Dianne Gregory (Michael Palmer), Linda Gregory, Tom (Donna) Gregory, Edward Gregory, Marlys Gregory, Bernie (Sue) Gregory; grandchildren, Gregory, Brian, Maureen, William, Devon, Michelle, Nick, Chris, Tyler, Stacy; great-grandchildren, Kate, Joe, Loretta; sisters-in-law, Terry, Eleanor, and Lorraine. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Loretta, and 6 siblings, Margie, Lawrence, Marianne, Jerome, Alice, and Paul.

Memorials are preferred to Holy Cross School.

August 2011

Evan “Ding” Rangeloff, age 79
Cold Spring
July 12, 1932 – August 31, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 10, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Evan Rangeloff, age 79, who died Wednesday at his home.  Inurnment will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Litchfield.

A visitation for Evan will be held from 9:00 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. at the church.

Evan was born in Litchfield, MN to Evan and Lillie (Wimmer) Rangeloff.  He married Phyllis Batterberry on November 7, 1951 in St. Phillips Church in Litchfield.  Evan was Division/Area Manager for the Liggett & Myers Tobacco Co. for 36 years.  He was a member and past president of the MN Wally Byam Caravan Club (Airstream) for 20 years.  His hobbies included golfing, woodworking and collecting antique memorabilia.

Survivors include his wife, Phyllis “Murph”; children, Cathy Schrader (Daryl Swagger), Diane (Arthur) Poole, Michael (Sue-Ann) Rangeloff, Mark (Angelica) Rangeloff, Susan (Ron) Leeman, Kevin (Susan) Rangeloff, David (Marla) Rangeloff, Christopher (Shannon) Rangeloff; brother, Virgil Rangeloff; sister Helen (James) Austgen; 11 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Romeo Rangeloff; sisters, Lois Jordan, Lily Ann Ohland.

Christopher Hoffke, age 25
Cold Spring
October 21, 1985 – August 29, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 3, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Chris Hoffke, age 25, who died Monday from complications due to his diabetes.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery in Elrosa, MN.

A visitation for Chris will be from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home. 

Chris was born in St. Louis Park, MN to Mark and Brenda (Kampsen) Hoffke.  He loved snowmobiling, motorcycling, fishing, golf and spending time with his brother Aaron.  Chris graduated from Rocori High School in 2004 and St. Cloud State University in 2009.

Survivors include his parents, Mark and Brenda; brother, Aaron; Grandpa John Hoffke; Aunts and Uncles, Ann (Phillip Anderson) Hoffke-Anderson, Roger (Hilde) Kampsen, Shirley (Elmer) Von Wahlde, Janet (Dick) Mickelson, Dennis (Rita) Kampsen, Marilyn (Donn) Pommier, Sandra (John) Wehlage, Erma (Ronnie) Bertram, Alcuin (Mary) Kampsen, Bernard Kampsen.

He was preceded in death by his Grandpa Norbert and Grandma Lucille Kampsen, and Grandma Lois Hoffke.

Patricia Josephine Eikmeier, age 86
Cold Spring, (Formerly Rockville)
March 19, 1925 – August 26, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 31st, 2011 at Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church, Rockville, MN for Patricia Josephine (McDonough) Eikmeier, 86, who died August 26th at Assumption Court in Cold Spring, MN.  Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery in Rockville, MN.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, at the Wenner Funeral Home, 600 Red River Avenue South, Cold Spring, MN, and from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Wednesday morning at the church.

Parish prayers will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, followed by the Christian Women prayers at 4:30 p.m.
 
Patricia was born in Oxford, Ohio to Edward Charles McDonough and Mary Elizabeth (Aubry) McDonough.  Patricia graduated from the University of Dayton, Ohio with a B.S. in Education and later acquired her Masters of Education from St. Cloud State University.  She married Henry Nicholas Eikmeier on June 28, 1947 in St. Mary’s Church, Oxford, Ohio.  Eventually, they moved to Minnesota and purchased the family farm from his father, where they ran a dairy operation for almost 40 years.  While raising nine children, she taught at various schools in the area, including St. Anthony’s Elementary, Watkins, St. Boniface Elementary, Cold Spring, Drew’s Business College, St. Cloud, Minnesota Academy of Commerce (Director), St. Cloud School of Business and, finally, the St. Cloud Area Vocational Technical Institute, where she retired after 24 years.

Patricia was a member of Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Rockville.  In the early years, many Saturday mornings were spent setting and making copies of the Sunday bulletins.  Later, she was a lector and did the lector scheduling.  Patricia was President of the Rockville Christian Mothers, President of the Diocesan Council of Catholic Women (DCCW), a member of the Legion of Mary and a strong advocate for all Pro-Life causes.

In 2006, Patricia joined the assisted living community at Assumption Court in Cold Spring.  She felt truly blessed with the friends she made and the ability to attend mass each day. Her instincts to serve were put to use in organizing prayer services, card parties and sharing her passion for Bridge. 

Survivors include her children, Larry (Terri), Austin, MN, Vince (Linda), Richmond, VA, Bernie (Sally), Greenfield, Don (Marly), Rockville, Chuck (Sandi), St. Cloud, Tami (Ken) Spanier, St. Cloud, Patty, Waite Park, Mary Reilly, Bakersfield, CA, and Susan (Tom) Roche, Laguna Niguel, CA; 25 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

She is also survived by sisters, Mary Monica Fenning, Hamilton, OH, Margaret Ann (Peg) McDonough, Centerville, OH, Ruth Clark, Chino, CA, Carol Ferneding, Cincinnati, OH; brother-in-law, Joseph Eikmeier, Willmar and sister-in-law, Ann Eisenreich, Waite Park.

Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, Henry; 5 brothers and 2 sisters and her son-in-law, Raymond Reilly, III.  

The family would like to thank the Assumption Campus staff for their help in making Patricia’s final years a very enjoyable and fulfilling time of her life.  Also, a thank you to the friends and card playing “buddies” that checked in daily to make sure she was comfortable. 

Louise Schwagel, age 84
Richmond
February 24, 1927 – August 23, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 26, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Louise Schwagel, age 84, who died Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at the Annandale Care Center.  Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with Golden Smiles.  Visitation will continue from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Friday morning at the funeral home.

Louise was born in Eden Valley, MN to Amon and Julia Moser. She married Mark Schwagel on April 25, 1949 in Assumption Church, Eden Valley.  Louise enjoyed sewing, making quilts, gardening, fishing, winning at cards and loving her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish.

Survivors include children, Linda (Bill) Mueller, Gary, Lois (Dale) Rasmusson, Ron (Debbie) and Laurie (Mick) Wragg; grandchildren, Shari, Toby, Melissa, Rachel, Grant, Jennifer, Blake, Reid, Nicole, Angela and Julia and 5 great-grandchildren.
 
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mark; 5 brothers and one sister.

Nicholas Paul Koenig, age 4
Richmond
April 6, 2007 – August 16, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August 20, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Nicholas Paul Koenig, age 4, who died Tuesday at his home in the arms of his loving parents after a 2 ½ year battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.  A private burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish prayers will be at 4:00 p.m.   Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home.

Nicholas was born at the St. Cloud Hospital to Erik and Shannon (Barthel) Koenig.  He loved pirates, superhero’s, SpongeBob, going to the park, golf cart rides, and football, especially the Minnesota Vikings.  Most of all Nicholas loved making his friends, family, doctors and nurses laugh with his best friend Bernie the bear.  

Survivors include his parents; sister Maggie; grandmother Sharon Steinhofer Gertken; grandmother Mary Jo Koenig; grandfather William Koenig; great-grandmother JoRita Senta; great-grandmother Shirley Steinhofer; great-grandparents Robert and Patricia Koenig; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his great-grandfathers, Louis Senta and Norbert Steinhofer.

Thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at the University of Minnesota Amplatz Children’s Hospital, the St. Cloud Hospital, and CentraCare Clinic for taking such wonderful care of our Nicholas. 

In honor of Nicholas’ love of the Vikings we ask that friends and family come to the visitation and funeral wearing Vikings apparel or something purple.

Florence Lommel, age 99
Marty (Pearl Lake)
November 18, 1911 – August 14, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 18, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church for Florence Lommel, age 99, who died Sunday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Holy Cross Catholic Church.

Florence was born in St. Augusta, MN to Martin and Bertha (Voigt) Eversman.  She married Raymond Lommel on January 26, 1932 at Mary Help of Christians Church in St. Augusta.  Florence enjoyed her flower garden, raking, cooking and baking.  She loved the outdoors and being with her family.  Florence was a member of Holy Cross Parish and the Christian Women.

Survivors include her sons, Maynard (Lenore) and Mel (JoAnn); 7 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond (1995); grandson, Gordie (2011), sisters, Martha, Laurie and Rose and brothers, Albert and Leo.

Delphine K. Peters, age 81
Cold Spring
August 17, 1929 – August 12, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 15, 2011 at Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church in Rockville, MN for Delphine Peters, age 81, who died peacefully at her home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery, Cold Spring.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish Prayers will be at 7:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Delphine was born in Cold Spring, MN to Charles and Theresia (Hansen) Hesse.  She married John P. Peters on October 18, 1952 in St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.  Delphine worked in the Children’s Department at Shopko in St. Cloud, MN for 10 years along with being a homemaker.  She enjoyed her flower gardens, fishing, boating, sewing, reading, collecting recipes, listening and singing religious music, playing piano and camping.  Delphine loved to shop for children; for both her family and charities.  She also loved living by the water even though she couldn’t swim.  Her greatest joy was being with her family.  Delphine was a very devote catholic and was a member of Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church.

Survivors include her children, Francis (Jane), Teresa (Thomas) Donnay, Sara, Marcellus (Lisa), Timothy (Cindy), Brian (Jill); siblings, LaVerne Erpelding, Fran Zelenak, Herb (Lorraine) Hesse; 14 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, John (2010); her daughter, Theresia Maria; parents; siblings, Adolph, Virgil, Frank, Carl, Mary Peter, Virginia Mulvaney; step-siblings, Ferdinand Drontle, Alvina Boisie, Marcellus Drontle.

Memorials are preferred to Mass Intentions in Lieu of flowers. 

Loretta Steil, age 85
Champlin
February 12, 1926 – August 10, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 15, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Loretta Steil, age 85, who died Wednesday at North Memorial Medical Center.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home.

Loretta was born in Richmond, MN to Henry and Frances (Spanier) Braegelmann. She married Marcellus Steil at Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Richmond.  Loretta worked at North Drug for 20 years and then North Clinic for 10 years in Robbinsdale.  She was a member of St. Vincent Parish in Osseo, MN and Catholic United Financial.

Survivors include her son, Peter (Tammy) of Champlin and their children, Jeffrey and Matthew; sisters, Marion Molitor, Rose Schaefer, Clara Gruidl; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Braegelmann, Dolores Braeglemann, Margie Braegelmann; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Marcellus (1974); brothers, Alphonse, Herb, Ray, Eddie, Issie, Alfred; sisters, Veronica and Elizabeth. 

Ella M. Fiala-Hansen, age 98
Cold Spring
May 5, 1913 – August 8, 2011

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 10, 2011 at St. James Catholic Church in Jacob’s Prairie for Ella M. Hansen, age 98 who died Monday at the Assumption Nursing Home in Cold Spring.  Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery, St. Cloud, MN.

Gathering of relatives and friends will be one hour prior to services at St. James Church.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.

Ella was born in Jackson County, Wisconsin to Charles and Eliza (Mattison) Jones.  She married Harold Fiala, Sr. on April 3, 1934 in Hillsboro, Wisconsin.  Harold died on May 6, 1984.  Ella married Edwald Hansen on August 3, 1987 at St. James Catholic Church, Jacob’s Prairie.  Edwald died on August 8, 1999.  Ella worked part-time in the Gamble Store and at Binsfeld Jewelry in Cold Spring.

Survivors include her son, Harold (Shirley) Fiala; sisters, Della Gardner, Colorado Springs, CO and Charlotte Roy, Wonewoc, WI. 

Ella was preceeded in death by her parents; husbands, Harold and Edwald; sister, Stella and brothers, Charles and Lawrence.

Aurelia Mehr, age 99
Rockville
June 1, 1912 – August 6, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 9, 2011 at Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church in Rockville, MN for Aurelia Mehr, age 99, who died at the Assumption Nursing Home in Cold Spring. Burial will be in the Calvary Catholic Parish Cemetery in Rockville.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday and from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 4:00 p.m. followed with the rosary by Christian Women.
 
Aurelia E. Backes was born in Farming to Henry and Anna (Weber) Backes.  She married John Mehr on October 26, 1936 in St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Farming.  Aurelia enjoyed sewing, cooking, baking, playing cards and bingo.  She also enjoyed eating out with friends and family, spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren and watching the Minnesota Twins.  Aurelia was a member of Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church, Crosier Apostolate and Christian Women of Rockville and St. Martin.

Survivors include her son, Richard (Susan) Mehr; daughter, Sharon (Richard) Leither; 8 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ambrose, Ralph, Conrad, Albert; sisters, Martha, Alvina, Cecelia Brinkman, Lydia Lauer, Marie Lauer.

Amy Gronhovd, age 40
Sartell
July 3, 1971 – August 4, 2011

Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 8, 2011 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in St. Cloud, MN for Amy (Braegelmann) Gronhovd, age 40, who died Thursday at her home surrounded by her family after a long courageous battle with cancer.  Inurnment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery, Cold Spring, MN.

A visitation for Amy will be after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, and from 9:00 – 10:45 a.m. Monday morning at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4310 County Rd 137, St. Cloud, MN. 

Amy was born in Paynesville, MN to Roman and Bertha (Schlangen) Braegelmann.  She married Dale Gronhovd on September 22, 2001 in Bethlehem Lutheran Church in St. Cloud.  Amy graduated from SCSU with a Psychology degree.  She was an In-Home Caregiver and worked at Coborns Centennial Plaza.  She loved country music, meditating, fishing, camping, being outdoors and being by water.  Amy was a member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church and volunteered at Place of Hope.

Survivors include her husband, Dale; mother, Bertha Braegelmann; brothers and sisters, Barb (David) Laabs, Bernie (Larry Schultz) Braegelmann, Roger (Sheila), Irene (Randy) Somdalen, Janet (Keith) Finstad, Alice (Gene) Schweiss, Paul (Terri), Leon, Kurt (Jolene); mother-in-law, Barbara Gronhovd; in-laws, Gail (Greg) Zimbelman, Anita (Tom) Praska, David (Angela) Gronhovd and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her father, Roman Braegelmann; brothers-in-law, James Braun, Tom Loch; nephew, Derrick Schweiss; father-in-law, Glenn Gronhovd.

July 2011

Ervin Gertken, age 76
Richmond
July 3, 1935 – July 16, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 22, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Ervin Gertken, age 76, who died Saturday at the Paynesville Hospital.  Inurnment will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Friday morning at the funeral home.

Ervin was born in Richmond to Norbert and Margaret (VanHoorik) Gertken.  He married Lucy Thomes on June 16, 1959 in St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.  Ervin owned and operated Gertken Landscaping.  He loved playing cards, fishing, traveling and trips to the casino.  He was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Parish.

Survivors include his wife, Lucy; children, Ken (Sharon) of Richmond, Roxann of Sartell, Kevin of Waite Park, Barb (Keith) McDonald of Tigard, OR, Lisa (Dan Siegel) of Richmond, Jeff of Lovelock, NV; brothers and sisters, Ralph, Evelyn (Ralph) Rothstein, MaryAnn (Robert) Schmitz, Margie (Nick) Rothstein, Alvin (Linda), Nettie (Nick) Hemmesch; grandchildren, Jason (Kristin), Adam, Zach, Tanner, Justin, Jenna, Maggi; 2 great-grandchildren, Myles and Harper.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jerome; son, Danny and an infant son.

Mathew R. Symalla, age 85
Cold Spring
August 31, 1925 – July 14, 2011

Mathew R. Symalla, 85, of Cold Spring, passed away on Thursday, July 14 at the St. Cloud Hospital.

Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, July 18 at the St. Boniface Church.

Mathew was born in Waite Park, MN to Thomas and Lenora (Euteneuer) Symalla on August 31, 1925. After graduating from St. Boniface High School in 1942, he immediately enlisted in the U.S. Navy. He married Marcella “Mouse” Witschen on November 3, 1949. Mathew drove a delivery truck for the Cold Spring Brewery before becoming a route salesman for Twin City Biscuit, where he spent most of his work career.

Mathew loved fishing, hunting, gardening, spending time with family, and eating his wife’s homemade cookies. Mathew was an active member of the Boy Scouts of America, where he earned the Silver Beaver Award. He was also a member of the Cold Spring American Legion and the Cold Spring VFW. He was a loving son, husband, and father.

Mathew is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, his children Tom, Barb, and Joan, all of St. Paul, his brothers Al (Donna) of Cold Spring and Jerry (Jean) of Lakeland, Florida, and his sister Val of Cold Spring. He was preceded in death by his parents,, his brother Thomas, his sister Mary, and his infant son Joseph.

Lance Corporal Robert S. Greniger, age 21
Greenfield
April 1, 1990 – July 12, 2011

Lance Corporal Robert S. Greniger of Greenfield was killed in action on Tuesday, July 12, 2011 while serving in Afghanistan. LCPL Greniger was serving with 2nd Combat Engineer Battalion, 2nd Marine Division, II Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, N.C.  He was deployed to Afghanistan on March 20, 2011.  LCPL Greniger was a proud marine and proud to serve his country.

Visitation for family and friends is Thursday, July 21st from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Village Evangelical Free Church, 5725 County Road 11, Maple Plain, MN  55359.

Funeral Services will be July 22nd at 11:00 a.m. at Rockford Community Center, 7600 Rebecca Park Trail, Rockford, MN  55373.  Burial will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

Robert enjoyed snowboarding and karate.  He played baseball at Rockford High School and was a bat boy for many years for his dad’s Rolling Twins softball team.  He accepted Christ after basic training and was a member of Village Evangelical Free Church.  Robert loved hanging out with his friends.

Survivors include his parents, Teresa and Kurt Greniger; Robert was married to Ashley Young-Greniger; sisters, Khloe and Greta; brother, Henry; biological father, Tom Kieser; half-sister, Trinity; Grandmother, Pat (Charlie) La Fromboise; Grandfather, Ken Kieser.

LCPL Greniger is preceded in death by his grandparents, Patricia and Richard Ryan and Bruce and Darlene Greniger.

Memorials preferred to LCPL Greniger Memorial at BankWest, P.O. box 219, Rockford, MN  55373.  All flowers should be delivered to Rockford Community Center. (No carnations due to allergies.)  Online guestbook is available at wennerfuneralhome.com.

Raymond “Ray” Linz, age 88
Richmond
July 6, 1923 – July 12, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, July 16, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Raymond Valentine Linz, age 88, who died Tuesday at John Paul Apartments in Cold Spring.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Foresters and Catholic United Financial.  Visitation will continue from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.

Ray was born in Richmond, MN to Otto and Anna (Albers) Linz. He married Catherine Rausch on September 20, 1948 at St. Catherine’s Church in Farming, MN.  Ray farmed in rural Richmond his entire life.  He enjoyed playing cards, telling stories of early years, visiting with others, especially his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Order of Foresters, Catholic United Financial and Farming Sportsman Club.

Survivors include his sisters, Geraldine Geers, Josephine Rausch; children, Donnie (Patty) of Richmond, Harry (Yvonne) of Foley, Caroline of St. Joseph, Roger (Sue) of Sauk Rapids, Renee (Arnie) Dingmann of Clear Lake, Cheryl (Chuck) Schaefer of St. Martin, Daryl (Elaine) of Big Lake; 20 grandchildren and 36+ great-grandchildren.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Catherine in 1977; infant son; sisters, Viola, Jeanette, Marion; great-grandson, Zachary Buckentine.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.

Curtis “Curt” Rogge, age 71
Cold Spring
May 16, 1940 – July 11, 2011

Celebration of Life will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 15, 2011 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Cold Spring, MN for Curtis “Curt” Rogge, age 71, who died Monday at Quiet Oaks Hospice in St. Augusta.  

There will be a gathering of friends and relatives from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. at the church.

Curtis was born in Canby, MN to Milburn and Myrtle (Sommerfeld) Rogge.  He married Diane Gazelka on September 10, 1966 in Evangelical Free Church, Bloomington, MN.  Curt served in the United States Army from 1963 –1965 as a medic.  He worked as a pharmacist and enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting, spending time with grandchildren, spending time on the pontoon and visiting with neighbors.  He was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church.
 
Survivors include his wife, Diane; children, Steven (Heidi), Scott (Gretchen); 5 grandchildren; mother, Myrtle; brother, Ordell (Beverly); sister, JaNet and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Milburn. 

Memorials are preferred to Quiet Oaks Hospice House, St. Augusta, MN.

Harold Paul Hemmesch, age 85
Richmond
May 14, 1926 – July 10, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 15, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Harold Hemmesch, age 85, who died Sunday at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Burial will be in the parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home at 151 Oakwood Ave. SE, Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Knights of Columbus, Catholic United Financial, St. Wendelin and St. Rose of Lima Mission Groups and Richmond Seniors.  The Father Pierz 4th Degree Knights of Columbus will stand guard 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and pray.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. on Friday.

Harold was born in Richmond, Minnesota to Henry and Margaret (Fienhage) Hemmesch.  He married Leona Catherine (Ruegemer) on September 6, 1948, in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church of Richmond, Minnesota.

His entire life, Harold farmed in the Richmond area which included custom farming, plowing local gardens, selling seed corn, and a backhoe service.  For fifty years, he tended to digging graves at the local cemeteries, sold monuments and he took great pride in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.  Harold was very involved in many community organizations.  He proudly ushered in church, started the Knights of Columbus #8303 organization in Richmond and was passionate about playing cards anywhere possible.

Survivors include his wife, Leona Catherine (Ruegemer) of 62 years; children, Jerome Hemmesch of St. Cloud, Margee (Walt) Keller of Crookston, Janet (Nick) Keller of Richmond, Tom (Renae) Hemmesch of Richmond, Ann Lucas of Wichita Falls, TX, Barbara (Mathew) Walz of Cold Spring, George (Joni) Hemmesch of Richmond, Sue (Pete) Dingmann of St. Martin, Victor (Beth) Hemmesch of Richmond, Linda (Robert) Schmitz of Cold Spring, Joyce (Jim) Backes of Richmond and James (Sheila) Hemmesch of Richmond.  Surviving brothers are Edward Hemmesch, Alex (Frances) Hemmesch, and Cyril (Esther) Hemmesch, all of Richmond.  Brothers-in-law, Donald (Lorraine) Jungles of Cold Spring, Ralph (Mary Jane) Jungles of Richville; along with 34 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Margaret (Fienhage) Hemmesch, infant sons, Michael (1952) and Elmer (1956); brothers, Ervin Hemmesch and Norbert Hemmesch; sister, Loretta Klehr; brother-in-law Erwin Klehr, sisters-in-law Aegidia (Rothstein) Hemmesch, Leona (Rothstein) Hemmesch, and Mildred (Jungels) Hemmesch; sons-in-law David Stang and Robert Lucas.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Keller Family Community Foundation (Cancer Foundation), Sts. Peter & Paul School and Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery Fund. 

Rose Mary Lang, age 86
Richmond
August 13, 1924 – July 9, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 14, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Rose Mary Lang, age 86, who died Saturday at the Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.

Rose Mary was born in Richmond, MN to Alois and Magdeline Kramer Lang.  Rose Mary was an accountant and also did work for Catholic Charities. She enjoyed going to casinos, playing cards and being with friends.  She also enjoyed taking special care of her lawn and garden.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish, Christian Women and Catholic Order of Foresters.

Survivors include her 2 nieces and 7 nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Viola Braegelman and brother, Harold Lang. 

Dorothy Peschl, age 87
Richmond
March 21, 1924 – July 7, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 13, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Dorothy Peschl, age 87, who died Thursday at the Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul parish cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond. Parish Prayers will be at 4:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday morning at the funeral home.

Dorothy was born in Richmond, MN to Joseph and Rosina (Schmitt) Roettger. She married Francis Peschl on October 17, 1945 in Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Richmond, MN.  Dorothy enjoyed golf, gardening, traveling, music and photography.  She was a fan of the Minnesota Twins.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish and Catholic Order of Foresters.

Survivors include her brother, John Roettger; sisters, Rosemary (Romie) Brinkman, Dolores Wenner and many nieces and nephews.
 
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Ralph, Ray, Rich and Joseph Jr. Roettger and her sister Alice Heinen.

Memorials are preferred to Catholic Charities

Lydia Willenbring, age 86
Cold Spring
August 2, 1924 – July 7, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 11, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Lydia Willenbring, age 86, who died Thursday at the Assumption Home.  Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Lydia will be after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Catholic Aid Association and Christian Women will pray a rosary at 4:00 p.m. and parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Lydia was born in Richmond, MN to John C. and Monica (Ahmann) Braegelmann.  She married Victor Willenbring on September 22, 1948 in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Richmond.  Together, they farmed north of Cold Spring for more than 50 years.  Lydia devoted her life to her family and the farm.  She enjoyed her grandchildren and caring for her home, especially the garden and the chickens.  She had a love for polka music and old-time dances.  In past years, she often had a quilt on the frame. Her family will fondly remember her home-made bread and angel food cakes. 

Lydia was an active member of St. Boniface Parish.  She also was active in Christian Women and Catholic Aid Association. 

Survivors include her children, Arlene (Bill) Monk, John (Jane), Russ (Trese), Michael A. (Annie), Mary (Kim) Weilage; 20 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Sr. Burkard Braegelmann, OSB.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Victor (2004); sisters, Valeria Hettwer and Armella Spanier.

Memorials are preferred to St. Boniface Education Endowment fund.

Kenneth “Kenny” Fuchs, age 60
St. Cloud
November 1, 1950 – July 4, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, July 9, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Kenneth “Kenny” Fuchs, age 60, who died Monday at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Burial will be in the Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls.

A visitation for Kenny will be after 4:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 4:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home. 

Kenny was born in St. Cloud, MN to Valerian and Alvera “Girlie” (Wolf) Fuchs.  He married Joy Davis, April 15, 1972 in Le Sueur, MN.  Kenny served in the US Army National Guard from 1969-1975.  He was honorably discharged February 5, 1975.  Kenny worked at the Verso Paper Company for 38 years.  Kenny was also a Master Electrician/Instrument Control Technician.  He enjoyed fishing, camping, golf cart rides, traveling, cooking and helping others.  Kenny was a member of the American Legion.

Survivors include his loving wife, Joy; child, Andrew (Peggy) and their children Tyler and Cody.  He is also survived by brothers Tom (Irene), Bob (Peg), Ron (Barb), Chuck (Judy), Mark (Sue); sisters, Mary Jo (Lance) Weber, Cindy (Greg) Budig, Cheryl (Rich) Dockendorf and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Mike; sister-in-law, Ellie and father-in-law, Raymond.

Manuel “Manny” H. Kissner, Sr., age 86
Cold Spring
May 30, 1925 – July 2, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, July 7, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Manuel “Manny” H. Kissner, Sr., age 86, who died peacefully on Saturday with his family by his side, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Entombment will be in the Assumption Cemetery in St. Cloud.

A visitation for Manny will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning at the funeral home. 

Manny was born in Winsted, MN to Joseph and Anna Kissner.  He married Thelma Shapley on August 7, 1947 in Elk River.  Manny was a 29 year employee of Fingerhut as a truck driver.  He logged over 4 million miles without an accident.  Manny loved gardening and spending time with his family at the lake.  He opened his heart and cared for many people beyond his family.  Manny was a member of the St. Boniface Parish and the St. Cloud Eagles Aerie.

Survivors include his wife, Thelma; children, Becky (Gary) Becker, Michael, Rose Mary, Deborah, Sandra (Ronald) Pick, Kevin (Becky), John (Debra), Patricia (Darryl) Herold, Robert (Denise), Manuel Jr. (Laurie), David; 33 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; 8 siblings.

He was preceded in death by his parents; grandchildren, Shawn and Rhiannon Rae; 12 siblings.

The family would like to thank Coborns Cancer Center and St. Cloud Home Care and Hospice for their wonderful care of Manny.

June 2011

Michael P. Mueller, age 57
Rockville
October 29, 1953 ~ June 22, 2011

A Memorial Mass will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 27, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pearl Lake for Michael P. Mueller, age 57 of Rockville who passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2011. Reverend Mark Ostendorf will officiate. Inurnment will take place at a later date.
Family and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until time of services on Monday at the church in Pearl Lake. Arrangements were by the Daniel Funeral Home, St. Cloud.
Mike was born on October 29, 1953 to Richard and Alice (Gregory) Mueller of Pearl Lake. He graduated from St. Cloud Technical High School and from the Printing Program at the St. Cloud Vocational School. Mike lived in Pearl Lake, Kimball and most recently in Rockville. He was a partner with his brothers at the Mueller Brothers Mink Ranch. Mike served 13 years on the Kimball Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad and ten years on the Rockville Fire Department. He also volunteered many hours at the Assumption Home in Cold Spring. Mike loved hunting, fishing, the great outdoors, Diet Dr. Pepper and visiting with people.
Mike is survived by his brothers and sisters, Mary (Pat) Douglass and Sue (Todd) Middelton both of Northfield, Theresa (Randy) Behrens of Lake Park, Jim (Beth) Mueller of Luxemburg, Etta (Kevin) Rassier of Maple Grove, Charlie (Judy) Mueller of Pearl Lake, Rosie (Henry) Thell of Freeport and Greg (Mary) Mueller of Pearl Lake; 20 nieces and nephews; and a great niece and nephew.
He was preceded in death by his parents.  

Leona G. Ebeling, age 94
Cold Spring
December 12, 1916 – June 27, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 1, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Leona Ebeling, age 94, who died Monday at the Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Bemidji, MN.

Relatives and friends may call from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Friday morning in the Narthex of St. Boniface Catholic Church.  

Leona was born in Elrosa, MN to John and Magdelena (Schneider) Hieserich.  She married Erhardt “Bartie” Ebeling on June 19, 1941 in St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Bemidji.  Leona worked at Twin City Arsenal during World War II, was an avid homemaker and waitressed in Detroit Lakes and Bemidji.  She loved dancing, snowmobiling and listening to Lawrence Welk music.  Leona was also active in bible study, the American Legion Auxiliary and bridge club and was very proud of her lawn and garden.  She enjoyed her volunteer work at the catholic school and being a member of the Women’s Guild of St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Bemidji.
 
Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Adah of Cold Spring; grandsons, Tim (Valerie) of Circle Pines, MN, Tom (Maribel) of Forest, VA; great-grandchildren, Matthew, Ashley, Pablo, Gabriella, Marco and Lucas; sister-in-law, Edna Hieserich and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, “Bartie”; daughters, Shirley, Sheryle, Sandra; son, Kenneth; sisters, Verena Novack, Viola Halley, Marie Narkie and Madeline Green; brothers, Arnold, Richard and Luverne Hieserich.

Jeanette “Blondie” V. Weis, age 59
Paynesville
October 11, 1951 – June 25, 2011

Funeral services will be Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church in Roscoe, MN for Jeanette V. Weis, age 59, of Paynesville who died on Saturday, June 25th at home after losing her battle against brain cancer.  Father Glenn Krystosek will officiate.  Burial will be in the St. Agnes cemetery.
                                                                                   
Family and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday and from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond (151 Oakwood Ave. SE).   

Jeanette was born October 11, 1951 at the St. Cloud Hospital, to Clarence and Gladys (Mackedanz) Orbeck.  She graduated from Paynesville High School in 1970 and married Michael Weis on Nov. 20, 1971.  Jeanette and Michael lived in Colorado Springs, Co., for one year while Michael served in the U.S. Army.  They have lived on the Weis Century Farm since 1972 and purchased the farm in 1984.  Jeanette and Michael have three children, Joshua, Faith and Daniel.

Jeanette had many, many friends and was known for her sense of humor and quick and sincere smile.  She truly loved people and to socialize, which was evident by the endless, and wonderful stream of people who visited her while she was fighting her recent battle with cancer.  She was blessed with many talents and will be remembered for her painting, cake decorating, interior decorating, flower gardening, to name just a few.  Some of her creative work was evident in her interior decorating at Coyote Moon, Blue Moon, St. Agnes Church, the countless wedding and special event cakes she decorated the past 40 years, and in the beautiful repainting of all the religious statues at the St. Agnes Catholic Church.  The world was a more beautiful place because God placed Jeanette on Earth for much too brief of a period.

She made many of her friends through her work experiences.  She was the manager of the Paynesville Legion and Eden Valley Legion for years.  She also worked for Cold Spring Bakery, and her most recent job was interior decorating for Coyote Moon and Blue Moon.  Her decorating, particularly for the holiday seasons, raised the ambiance of these businesses to a new level. 

She is survived by her husband, Michael; children, Faith (Scott) Molitor of Richmond, Daniel Weis (Melissa Gangl) of Paynesville; grandchildren, Brandon, Mason, Hope, Abigail, Zachary, and Josephine; mother, Gladys Orbeck of Paynesville; brothers and sisters, Robert Orbeck, Betty (Jim) Schmidt, Mary (Daniel) Nietfeld, Berni (Noel Harness) Orbeck, all of Paynesville, Luann (Sig Linn) Orbeck of Arcadia, Michigan, Mike Orbeck of Paynesville, Nancy (Daniel Bielejeski) Orbeck of Rockville, Dennis (Betty) Orbeck, Kevin (Kim) Orbeck, and Randy (Mary Beth) Orbeck, all of Paynesville; and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her son Joshua Weis in 1996, father Clarence Orbeck in 1986, and father in-law Alois “Wishy” Weis in 2006.

Ruth Eisenzimmer, age 84
Cold Spring
December 12, 1926 – June 19, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 23, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Ruth Eisenzimmer, age 84, who died Sunday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN.

A visitation for Ruth will be from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning at the funeral home. 

Ruth was born in Waite Park, MN to Matthew and Emma (Blomker) Torborg.  She married Paul Eisenzimmer on September 6, 1948 in St. Joseph Catholic Church in Waite Park.  Ruth and Paul were the proud owners of the Middle Bar in Cold Spring from 1972-1980.  She enjoyed playing bridge and cribbage, cooking, shopping and spending time with friends and family.  Ruth was a member of St. Boniface Parish.

Survivors include her children, Paula (Pat) Knettel of Aberdeen, SD, Tom of Cold Spring and Lori (Eric) Skare of Lakeville; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; brother, Harold “Toby” Torborg. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul (2009); brother, Donald Torborg.

Doris Ethen, age 60
Cold Spring
July 24, 1950 – June 19, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 24, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Doris Ethen, age 60, who died Sunday at the St. Cloud Hospital after a long courageous battle with cancer.  

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.

Doris was born in St. Cloud, MN on July 24, 1950 to Othmar and Marilyn (Hennen) Schmitz.  She married Leroy “Geatz” Ethen on December 12, 1970, at St. Joseph Church, in St. Joseph, MN.  Doris completed nurse’s training at the St. Cloud Technical College and worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at the St. Cloud Hospital from 1973 until 2009.  She was an avid gardener and loved the peacefulness and beauty of country living near Rockville.  Doris also enjoyed playing cards and games.  Her greatest joy, however, was being with her family.

Doris is survived by her husband, Leroy; sons Craig (Missy) and their children Tyler and Madalyn of St. Joseph, and Chad (Laura) and their children Emily and Natalie of Sartell; parents, Othmar and Marilyn Schmitz of St. Joseph; brothers, David (Marian) of St. Joseph, Ron (Diane) of South Haven, Vern (Bonnie) of St. Cloud, Dan (Cindy) of St. Joseph, Randy (Julie) of St. Cloud, Daryl (Kim) of Ohio, Todd (Kaylene) of Plymouth; in-laws, Dennis V. (Ann Marie) of Royalton, Richard C. (Ruth) of Richmond, David L. of Cold Spring, Karla J. (Mark)Wittrock of Cold Spring, Sharon (Jim) Gates of Chippewa Falls, WI; and many nieces and nephews.

The family wishes to thank the staff at the St. Cloud Hospital for the special care provided to Doris.

Ethel Catherine Leither, age 86
Rockville
April 23, 1925 – June 14, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church in Rockville, MN for Ethel Catherine Leither, age 86, who died Tuesday at the St. Cloud Hospital. Burial will be in the St. James Parish Cemetery, in Jacobs Prairie.

Relatives and friends may call after 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning at Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church.

Ethel “Toots” Leither was born in Rockville, MN on April 23, 1925, to Marcella and Peter Kruchten.  She married Ralph J. Leither on September 7, 1944.  Ethel was a homemaker for most of her life.  She also worked at Fingerhut and Peter’s Meat Market in Cold Spring.  She was a member of the Christian Mothers in Jacobs Prairie and Rockville. 

Ethel and Ralph lived in Jacobs Prairie for 33 years and then moved to Rockville, where they lived together 25 years.  Ethel then lived in St. Joseph, and then St. Benedict’s Center in St. Cloud until her death. 

Ethel was survived by her children, Diane, Duane (Betty), Renee (Jerry Jr.) Theis, Dale (Barb), Linda (Gary) Utsch, Ralph Jr. (Linda), Mary (Andy) Janssen and Dennis (Kim); 27 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Lorraine Haus, Elmer, Leroy, Marvin and Virgil.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ralph; grandchildren, Jennifer, Patrick and Jack; brothers, Roger and Peter.

Theresia Doubek, age 71
Richmond
June 22, 1938 – June 3, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Theresia Doubek, age 71, who died Friday after a short courageous battle with cancer surrounded by her family.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4:00 p.m.  Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet will pray after 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the funeral home. 

Theresia was born in Nandlstadt, Germany to Otto and Magdalena (Betz) Bliz.  She married Ralph Doubek on June 4, 1958 in Peiting, Germany.  Theresia and Ralph owned and operated Gold Meadows Hunting Preserve.  She enjoyed dog training, dog grooming, flowers, knitting, embroidery, cooking, spending time with grandchildren and playing Farmville on Facebook.  Theresia was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish.

Survivors include husband, Ralph; children, Michael (Melinda), Joe, Julie (Brian) Mills; 6 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and infant son David. 

Anita Davidshofer, age 88
Cold Spring
December 2, 1922 – June 3, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Anita Davidshofer, age 88, who died Friday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be 9:30 a.m. in the MN State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, MN on Tuesday, June 7, 2011.

A visitation for Anita will be from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. TODAY at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Anita was born in Wabasha, MN to Bernard and Mary (Mars) Passe.  She was united in marriage to Allyn Davidshofer.  Anita worked at Franklin, a nursing home in Paynesville and ran the Mossy Bay Resort in Richmond.  She loved to work in her garden, sewing, baking, playing the organ and was on a bowling league.  Anita was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary #455 and St. Boniface Christian Women.

Survivors include her son, David Davidshofer; brother, Raymond; 4 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Allyn Davidshofer; children, Gary Davidshofer, Joseph Davidshofer; brothers, Joseph, Martin and Richard; sisters, Wilhelmina Hanson, Catherine Krause and Christine Schmidt.

May 2011

Bernice Spoden, age 90
Cold Spring
March 25, 1921 – May 31, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 4, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Bernice Evelyn Spoden, age 90, who died Tuesday at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Mausoleum.

A visitation for Bernice will be from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning in St. Boniface Church Narthex. 

Bernice was born in Dunnell, MN to Albin and Amy (Peterson) Linder.  She married Raymond M. Spoden on March 8, 1943 at Fort Snelling in St. Paul, MN.  Bernice enjoyed reading, sewing, quilting, playing cards and square dancing.  For 8 years she was a foster parent for newborn babies.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Christian Women and a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

Survivors include her husband of 68 years, Ray; daughters, Sandra (Michael) McLaughlin of Phoenix, AZ, Virginia Sakas of Phoenix, AZ, Carol (John) Anderson of St. Joseph, Marian (Gerald) Mulligan of Marshfield, WI, Kathleen Spoden of Cold Spring; 8 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Linder and Hazel Linder. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Melvin and Maurtiz Linder; infant twin siblings, Donald and Katherine Linder.

John William Koltes, age 72
Fulda, Germany, Formerly of Pearl Lake, MN
April 13, 1938 – March 22, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for John W. Koltes, age 72, who died at his home in Fulda, Germany.  Inurnment will be in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Marty, MN.

A visitation for John will be from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 10 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue Saturday morning in the St. Boniface Church Narthex one hour prior to services. 

John was born April 13, 1938 son of John Koltes Sr. and Magdaline (Ahles) Koltes.  He grew up on a farm near Marty (Pearl Lake), MN.  He graduated from Kimball High School and in 1956 started his US-Army Career as an engineer.  John served his country during the Lebanon and Vietnam conflicts.  He retired from active duty as a First Sergeant in January 1985, after more than 28 years in the U.S. Army.  From September 1985 until February 2004 John worked for the Army and Air Force Exchange Service in various locations in Europe and the USA.  He retired as Manager for AAFES in 2004.

On July 16, 1971 he married Sonja Sofia Anna Giebson.  They had four children, Joerg, Frank, Siegfried and Michael.

Survivors include his wife, Sonja; sons, Joerg and Frank Koltes of Fargo, ND and Michael of Heilbronn, Germany; sisters and brothers, Sr. Louise Koltes of St. Cloud, Mary (James) Molitor of Mesa, AZ, Katherine (Harold) Counter of Avon, William (Kathy) Koltes of Watkins, Ann (Marvin) Salzer of Cold Spring, Rosalie Culbertson of Mantorville, MN and Stephen (Lennie) Koltes of Cottage Grove.

 He was preceded in death by his son, Siegfried (Sigi); parents, John and Magdaline; brother, Michael; sister, Margaret.

Carol Ann Marrin, age 62
Cold Spring
February 18, 1949 - May 27, 2011

Carol Ann Marrin, 62, died at her home in Cold Spring, Minn. early Friday May 27th from metastatic breast cancer. Her funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 31st at St. Boniface Church, 501 Main Street in Cold Spring. Visitation from 4:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Monday May 30th at the Marrin home, 619 Main Street, Cold Spring. At 6:45 p.m., a short procession will be formed at the house to take Carol to church for the 7 p.m. vigil service. Feel free to park at church and walk the short distance to the house to join in the procession, or (in case of rain) wait in the church narthex for Carol’s arrival. There will be additional visitation after the vigil and prior to the funeral mass.

Carol was born February 18th, 1949, the third child of Lawrence and Marie (Kerfeld) Eiynck of Albany, Minn. After the death of stillborn twins, the Eiyncks were informed they would have no more children. Carol was the first of five siblings to prove otherwise. She attended Sacred Heart Grade School in Albany and Saint Benedict’s High School in St. Joseph, Minn. After freshman year at the College of Saint Benedict, Carol transferred to the University of Minnesota, majoring in French and English, graduating in 1971. She then obtained a Masters In Teacher Preparation (MAT) degree in Secondary Education at The University of St. Thomas in 1972. In November 1972, Carol began 39 years of employment at Saint John’s University, beginning as Assistant Book Manager in the university bookstore, gradually assuming responsibility for the bookstores at both Saint John’s and Saint Benedict's. Carol oversaw the construction of new store facilities on both campuses.

In 2000, Carol became director of The Saint John’s Bible Project, overseeing production, exhibition planning, digital imaging, publishing and reproduction planning, documentaries, web presence and educational /programming aspects of the project. She retired in 2008. In March of 2011, she was hired as the first coordinator of Saint John’s Abbey Volunteer Program.

Carol married Kevin C. (KC) Marrin in 1972. They have two children; Matthew, Los Angeles, Calif., and Annie, Minneapolis, Minn. She is survived by her mother Marie Eiynck, St. Benedict’s Center, St. Cloud, Minn., siblings James (Louise) Eiynck, Becker, Minn., Colleen (Gary) Layne, St. Cloud, Minn., Sharon (Joseph) Stellmach, Sartell, Minn., and Sandy (Jeff) Janssen, St. Joseph, Minn.

Memorials preferred to Saint John’s Abbey, Collegeville, Minn., or The St. Boniface Educational Endowment Fund, St. Boniface Church, Cold Spring, Minn.

Raymond Terres, age 84
Cold Spring
December 12, 1926 – May 25, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 28, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Raymond Terres, age 84, who died Wednesday at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Ray will be after 4:00 p.m. Friday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the funeral home. 

Ray was born in St. Martin, MN to Nick and Mathilda (Schmitz) Terres.  He married Rose Olmscheid on February 10, 1953 in St. Martin Catholic Church.  Ray worked for the Cold Spring Granite Company for 36 years.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, playing cards, baseball, spending time with family and his grandchildren, he was able to fix just about anything.  Ray was a member of Catholic United Financial.

Survivors include his wife, Rose; children, David (Debbie), Karen (Jerry “Dederdah”) Willenbring, Sue (Tim) Palmer, Ron (Jeanne), Greg (Jen Steffes);  grandchildren, Jessica, Jason, Nate, Dane, Julie, TJ, Jimmy, Sean, Jeron, Madison, Hunter; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jenny Hagemeier, Irene Schave, Maddie Kleve; brothers, Ralph “Bud” and Lee Terres. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Al; sisters, Florentine Lunde and Helen Ergan; great-granddaughter, Olivia.

Jacqualine “Jackie” Blonigen, age 77
St. Martin
July 27, 1933 – May 18, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 23, 2011 at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin, MN for Jackie Blonigen, age 77, who died Wednesday at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Burial will be in the Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Jackie will be after 4:00 p.m. Sunday at the St Martin Parish Hall in St. Martin.   St. Ann’s Society will pray a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.  and parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the St. Martin Parish Hall. 

Jackie was born in St. Paul, Minnesota to Louis and Adeline (Kozel) Palumbo.  She married Gerald Blonigen on July 19, 1958 in St. Paul.  Jackie was a lab technician at Bethesda Hospital in St. Paul for many years.  She loved gardening, canning, dogs and trips to the casino.  Jackie was an active participant in Cancer Rama.  She was a member of St. Martin Parish and St. Ann’s Society.

Survivors include her husband, Gerald; children, Kevin (Joan) of Paynesville, Kelly (Andrew) Swartzentruber of Richmond; grandchildren, Amanda, Joshua, Courtney, Kailee, Logan, Trent and Travis. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Geraldine Waldron.

Viola B. Kellner, age 87
Cold Spring
September 24, 1923 – May 17, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, May 20, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Viola Kellner, age 87, who died Tuesday at her Home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Viola will be after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Christian Women and Catholic Aid Association will pray a rosary at 4:30 p.m. and parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. in St. Boniface Catholic Church Narthex.

Viola was born in Cold Spring to Hilary “Larry” and Appalonia (Theisen) Schmitt.  She married Marcus Kellner on August 19, 1952 in St. Boniface Catholic Church, Cold Spring, MN.  Viola was a homemaker all her life.  She loved crocheting, baking, cooking, caring for her family and going to the lake.  She was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, Catholic Aid Association and Christian Women.

Survivors include her daughter, Mary Lou; brother, Hubert (Darlene) Schmitt; many nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Marcus (2007).

Marlys M. Turner, Age 69
Cold Spring
January 6, 1942 – May 15, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Marlys M. Turner, age 69, who died Sunday at Mother Theresa Home in Cold Spring.  Burial will be in the Assumption Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Wednesday morning at the St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.

Marlys was born in St. Cloud, MN to Elwin and Merlin (Peschl) Turner.  She was a wonderful Aunt and Caretaker of children, known for her beautiful, beautiful brown eyes.  Marlys attended several day programs including Wacosa, Whitney Center and ICI.

Survivors include her siblings, Chrysanne Turner of Eden Prairie, Kay (Ken) Kern of Moorhead, John (Rayo) Turner of St. Cloud, Susan (Russ) Hayden of Chicago, Nancy Turner of Willmar, Elwin (Koren) Turner of Sherburn and LaDonna (Mike) McDowall of Becker.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Mary and Alyce and 2 nephews.

Memorials are preferred to Mother Theresa Home or the American Cancer Society.

Richard Draper, age 67
Richmond
January 2, 1944 – May 14, 2011

Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 19, 2011 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Cold Spring, MN for Richard “Dick” Draper, age 67, who died Saturday at the Fairview University Medical Center in Minneapolis.  

Gathering of Friends and Relatives will follow the service in the Fellowship Hall.

Dick was born in Minneapolis to John and Mary (Carlson) Draper.  He married Susan Riehm on March 16, 1963 in Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, Minneapolis, MN.  Dick served in the United States Army from 1962 – 1965.  He worked for Honeywell for 35 years.  Dick loved hunting, fishing, spending time with family and his grandchildren.  He was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church.

Survivors include his wife, Susan; children, Jim (Tonia) of Sauk Rapids, Christine (Scott) Miller of Fridley; grandsons, Justin and Clayton Miller; brothers, Fred, Jack and Jeff.

He was preceded in death by his parents. 

Alverna “Vern” Rausch, age 88
Cold Spring
April 14, 1923 – May 14, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Vern Rausch, age 88, who died Saturday at the Assumption Home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Vern will be after 4:00 p.m. Monday (TODAY) at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Christian Women will pray a rosary at 4:30 p.m. and parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Tuesday morning at the funeral home. 

Vern was born in Richmond, MN to John and Susan (Fuchs) Braegelmann.  She married Clarence “Swede” Rausch on July 28, 1944 in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Richmond.  Vern loved fishing, playing cards, traveling, going to the casino and baking pies.  She worked at Smith Welding during WWII, and later at the St. Cloud VA Hospital.  Vern was a member of the St. Boniface Christian Women.

Survivors include her children, Dave “Ponch” (Janet), Tom “Rollo” (Deborah Grant), Robert “Toby” (Diane), Mary (Dave) Huettl, Jean (Frank) Kunze; brothers, Alvin, Eugene, Alfred, Ralph and Hardy Braegelmann; sisters, Ione Breth, Theresa Friedrich and Julitta Bromenschenkel; 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Swede (1981); brothers, Harold, Wilfred and Ed Braegelmann; sisters, Rosetta Leyendecker, Cecelia Boland and Bernadine Wolbeck.

Catherine Mehr, age 85
Richmond
August 25, 1925 – May 8, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Catherine Mehr, age 85, who died Sunday at the Assumption Home in Cold Spring.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday (TODAY) at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Christian Women, Catholic Order of Foresters, and the Catholic Aid Association.  Visitation will continue Wednesday morning from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home.

Catherine was born in St. Martin, MN to George and Mathilda (Hemmesch) Schmitz. She married Alphonse on June 27, 1949 in St. Martin.   Catherine was a homemaker who loved gardening, canning, quilting and was a championship breadmaker.  She enjoyed working at Jerry’s Supper Club in Richmond.  Catherine was a member of Christian Women, Catholic Order of Foresters, and Catholic Aid Association.

Survivors include children, Joseph (Linda) Mehr of St. Cloud, Mary (Tim) Plas of Brooklyn Park, Peter (Kristine) Mehr of St. Cloud, Henry Mehr of Richmond; grandchildren, Melissa Mehr, Rebecca Mehr, Bradley (NaLeah) Mehr, Cassondra (Gerald) Schmitz, Andrew (Jennifer) Plas, Bethany (Jory) Urness, Catherine Plas, Grant (Emily) Andreason, Joy (Jason) Goray, Renae (Kelly) Imholte, Marcus Mehr, Anne Mehr; 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alphonse (2009); brothers, Paul and Leonard Schmitz.

The family would like to thank the staff at Assumption Home for the Loving Care of their mother. 

Math W. Worm, age 92
Richmond
March 15, 1919 – May 6, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Math William Worm, age 92, who died Friday at the Paynesville Area Hospital.  Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Math will be after 4:00 p.m. on Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  The Catholic Order of Foresters and the Knights of Columbus will pray a rosary at 8:00 p.m. Visitation will continue from 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the funeral home.  
 
Math was born in Plummer, MN to William and Helena (Gerres) Worm. He married Ruth Ressemann on September 2, 1950 in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Richmond.  Math served his country during World War II as a member of the 640th Tank Destroyer Battalion in the South Pacific Theater.  Always busy, Math said “you need a reason to get up every morning,” and was a lifelong mechanic, a bulk fuel distributor for Pure Oil and Union 76 and always there to lend a hand.  He was a member of the Paynesville Knights of Columbus Council #3820, Catholic Order of Foresters, retired member of the Richmond Volunteer Fire Department and the Richmond American Legion.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth; children, Marlene (Mike) Dols their children and grandchildren, Jason (Melissa), Ella and Ruby, Brandon (Jackie), Pierce and Kylie;  Charlene (Joe) Niewind their children and grandchildren, Chris (Rebecca), Calvin and Alanis, Bryan (Emmy), Liberty, Ava and Noah, Cory (Amy Kuechle);  Jim (Irene) their children, Sadie (Derek) Mueller, Josh;  Jan (George) Dingmann and their children, Kassidy, Zackary and Koleby;  brother, Elmer (Mary Lou) Worm;  sister, Leona (Edward) Winczewski and sister-in-law, Katie Worm.

He was preceded in death by his parents;  sister, Marie Herges;  brothers, John “Jack” Worm, Joe Worm, Ray Worm, Tony Worm;  brother-in-law, George Herges;  sister-in-laws, Margaret (Torborg) Worm, Viola (Thyen) Worm, Joan (Plantenberg) Worm; grandchildren, Holly and Nichole and godson, Tom Worm.

April 2011

Nita R. Hofmann, 85
St. Cloud
February 6, 1926 - April 22, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30AM Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Nita Hofmann who died Good Friday at the Assumption Home in Cold Spring. The Rev. Jimmy Joseph will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in St. Cloud. Friends and family may call from 5-8PM Tuesday and after 9:30AM Wednesday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 2405 Walden Way, St. Cloud, MN 56301. Parish prayers will be at 7PM Tuesday. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in St. Cloud.

Nita was born February 6, 1926 in St. Cloud to the late Judge E.J. & Joan (Steidl) Ruegemer. She grew up in St. Cloud and graduated from Cathedral High School in 1944. She continued her education at St. Cloud School of Nursing graduating in 1947. She worked at the St. Cloud Hospital and the Assumption Home in Cold Spring as a registered nurse. In her later years she enjoyed her work at the Whitney Senior Center in St. Cloud. She is a member of Holy Spirit Catholic Church in St. Cloud. She volunteered for the RSVP program at Whitney Senior Center in St. Cloud and the Befriender Group at Holy Spirit Church. She loved going up to Lake Carlos where she spent time with her family and friends. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were extremely important to her. She was an artist who enjoyed painting murals. She also was very artistic with interior decorating. She cared about each and every person that stepped into her life and always put others in front of herself.

Nita was married to Russel Hofmann for 37 years. Survivors include her children, Mike (Deb) Hofmann of Cold Spring; David Hofmann of St. Cloud; Nancy (Ken) Frie of Cold Spring; Amy (Mike) Goebel of Elk River; grandchildren, Christopher (Melissa) Hofmann, Chad Hofmann, Adam (Samantha) Frie, Kenna Frie (Fiance, Jarrod Gallus), Micaela Goebel, and Nolan Goebel, great grandchildren, Alexis Hofmann, Kaitlyn Hofmann, Sarah Hofmann, Lily Jokinen. She is also survived by sister Anne Berg of Montesano, WA; brother, Karl Franz Von Rugemer of Hopkins; and sister-in-law, Mary Ellen Barrett.

She was preceded in death by her parents, step mother, Agnes Ruegemer, infant sister Dorothy, brother and sister-in-law Jim and Carole Ruegemer and step brother, Jack Gilloley.

Memorials are preferred to Catholic Charities Adoption Services.

Gordon Lommel, age 44
Rockville
June 8, 1966 – April 21, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pearl Lake (Marty), MN for Gordon George Lommel, age 44, who died Thursday in Rockville.  There will be a gathering of friends and relatives following the service.

Gordy was born in St. Augusta, MN to Maynard and Lenore (Loesch) Lommel. Gordy was an avid outdoorsman.  He loved snowmobiling, biking, hunting, traveling out-west, and spending time with his family and friends.  He was a member of Holy Cross Parish. 

Survivors include his parents, Maynard and Lenore; best friend, Debbie (Fuchs) Weber; grandmother, Florence Lommel; brothers and sisters, David (Bonnie) Lommel, Jeneen (Dale) Albers, Warren (Lenore “Lenny”) Lommel; nieces and nephews, Ashley and Cody Lommel, Amy (Mike) Blaskowski, Gina (Jason) Libbesmeier, Katlin, James and Weston Albers; 5 great nieces and nephews.

Mary Lu Schneider, age 82
Cold Spring
August 31, 1928 – April 21, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Mary Lu Schneider, age 82, who died Thursday at her home.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9-10 a.m. Wednesday morning at the funeral home. 

Mary Lu was born in Red Lake Falls, MN to Peter and Gertrude (Johanneck) Schaefer.  She married Albert Schneider on November 18, 1950 in the St. Boniface Church, Cold Spring.  She was the librarian at the Great River Regional Library in Cold Spring for 20 years, retiring in 1992.  Mary Lu enjoyed fishing, reading books, bingo and was an avid computer user.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish and the Christian Women.

Survivors include her sons, John (Diane) Schneider of International Falls, MN, Allan Schneider of San Antonio, TX, Roy (Mary) Schneider of Savage, MN, Gary (Lachelle) Schneider of Willow Springs, NC, Steve (LeeAnn) Schneider of Farmington, MN, Tony (Lori) Schneider of Cold Spring; brothers, Ben (Dorothy) Schaefer, Stan (Adeline) Schaefer; sister-in-law, Marcelle Schaefer; 19 grandchildren; 21 great-granchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Albert (1996); son Peter; brother, Guy Schaefer, infant sister, Irene; infant granddaughter.

Anne Marie Knauss, age 94
St. Cloud
February 2, 1917 – April 6, 2011

Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 9, 2011 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Cold Spring, MN for Anne Marie Knauss, age 94, who died Wednesday at Quiet Oaks Hospice House in St. Augusta. Burial will be in the Gloria Dei Lutheran Cemetery in Cold Spring.

Relatives and friends may call after 9:30 a.m., Saturday at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Cold Spring. 

Anne was born in Sauk Rapids, to Otto and Anna (Wykfeld) Pitschka.  She married Roy H. Knauss on September 29, 1946 in Wibaux, MT.   Anne enjoyed gardening, cooking, traveling, reading, trips to the casino and attending church activities.  She was a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church.

Survivors include her sons, Roger (Sue) Knauss, Darrel (Jan) Knauss; sister, Renee Lindmeier; grandchildren, Brian (Shannon) Knauss, Chris Knauss, John (Jillian) Knauss; 2 great-grandchildren, Kayla Knauss and Jordyn Knauss.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy; siblings, Paul Pitschka, Ernie Pitschka, Lee Johnson, Meta Fuerst, Olga Pitschka, Bill Pitschka and Ronnie Pitschka.

Memorials are preferred to Dei Spring Academy/childcare. 

March 2011

Valentine “Val” Dufner, age 76
Watkins
April 27, 1934 - March 29, 2011

Valentine “Val” Dufner died Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, April 2, 2011 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in St. Nicholas with interment in the church cemetery.  Fr. Thomas Olson and Fr. Richard Gross concelebrated.   Music was by Julene Faber-Andrusick. Casket bearers were Val’s six sons, David, Donald, Dale, Dennis, Daniel and Dean Dufner.  Arrangements were with the Ertl Funeral Home, Watkins.

Val Dufner was born to Jacob and Leona (Roering) Dufner on April 27, 1934 at St. Martin, MN.   He was united in marriage to Theresa Frank on May 30, 1960 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in St. Nicholas.  He farmed at Watkins until his retirement in 2003. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and a member of the Watkins American Legion Post 453.  He was a member of the St. Nicholas Catholic church and served as an usher. He was also a member of the St. Nicholas Men’s Society, Watkins Senior Citizens, Watkins Lions Club and the Knights of Columbus.  He was a former member of the Eden Valley – Watkins school board, the Watkins Sportsmen’s Club and the NRA. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, bowling and playing cards. Val enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Val is survived by his children and their spouses, David and Mayen Dufner of Albertville, Donald and Stacy Dufner of Belleville, IL, Dale Dufner and his friend, Janet Kuechle of Watkins, Dennis and Lisa Dufner of Cold Spring, Deanna and Robert Kulzer of Farming, Daniel Dufner of Waite Park, Debra and Dan Goebel of St. Martin, Dean and Nancy Dufner of Cold Spring; daughter-in-law, Sharla Dufner of Watkins; 32 grandchildren; brothers and sisters and their spouses, Allen and Donna Dufner of Melrose, Ginny and Tom Borgerding of Melrose, Ronald and Dorothy Dufner of Albany, Darlene and John Borgerding of Leesburg, Fl,  Diane and Jerry Christen of Sauk Centre, Mary Jane and Roger Pundsack of Melrose; sister-in-law, Diane Machtmes of Paynesville; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Theresa; sons, Duane, Darren and Douglas; brother, Jim Dufner.

Ethel Ann (Beaver) Konz, age 80
Cold Spring
May 3, 1930 – March 28, 2011

Mass of Christian burial will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Marty (Pearl Lake) for Ethel A. Konz, age 80, of Cold Spring who died peacefully at the St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by her loving family.  Fr. Dick Gross will officiate.  Friends may call on Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 7:00 p.m.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Thursday morning at the Funeral Home.

Ethel was born on May 3, 1930 in Foreston, MN to George and Blanche Beaver.  She was orphaned at a young age and was raised through her adolescent years at the St. Cloud Children’s Home.  She married Ebert A. Konz on May 5, 1949 at Holy Cross Church in Marty.  She worked for Bell Telephone shortly before her marriage.  She was a homemaker for many years before working as a nurse’s aid.  As an active member of Overeaters Anonymous herself, she also sponsored many others in the program.  Her history with the MN TEC program involved many of her family members and friends.
 
Survivors include her husband Ebert; children, Patty of St. Joseph, Charlie (Bev), Dave (Sue), Donna Hoeschen and Vivian (Randy) Krueger all of Cold Spring, Joe (Lori) of Babbit, Paul of St. Cloud, Jeanette (Russ) Thompson of Little Falls, Laurie of Bloomington and Ted (Mary) of Ham Lake; 20 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren; sister, Fran Sommo.

She was preceded in death by two infants, grand daughters Jenny and Nadine and her parents.

The family would especially like to thank the wonderful staff at Hilltop Care Center in Watkins, MN for the outstanding care Mom received as a resident for the past 3 ½ years.  Also, they wish to thank the entire staff at the St. Cloud Hospital for their caring and compassion given to her prior to her death.

Mildred "Millie" C. Sumstad, Age 94
Robinsdale

Mildred "Millie" Sumstad, passed away peacefully on 3/28/11 at North Residential Hospice. Preceded in death by parents; husband, Richard Sr.; son, James and daughter-in-law, Barb; daughter, Vicki; granddaughter, Tamara; and and brothers and sisters. Survived by children, Joan (Dale) Roberts, Richard Jr. and family, Ronald (Linda), and Jacki (Dale) Carry; son-in-law, John Awe; 15 grandchildren, 21 great- grandchildren; sister, Ruth Stellick; many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Millie was a longtime and active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church where she was fondly known by her second family as the Pickle Lady. For over 30 years, she was a championship rug braider, winning many blue ribbons at the state fair and also enjoyed volunteering at Senior Dining in Crystal. Millie was a wonderful mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister who will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege to know her. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the church. Interment Crystal Lake Cemetery. Service April 2, 2011 at 11 AM at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 1800 Glenwood Ave, Mpls. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service at the church and also April 1, 2011 at 4-7 PM at: Washburn-McReavy Robbinsdale Chapel 763-537-2333 4239 West Broadway

Kimberly M. Tschumperlin, age 47
Watkins (formerly of Richmond)
January 4, 1964 – March 24, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 28, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Kimberly M. Tschumperlin, age 47, who died Thursday at the Hilltop Care Center.  Inurnment will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Mausoleum.

A visitation for Kim will be after 4:00 p.m. with parish prayers at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Visitation will continue from 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the funeral home. 

Kim was born in Richmond, MN to John and Hilde (Kemper) Tschumperlin. She worked for various businesses throughout central Minnesota.  Kim graduated from Rocori in 1982 and was a member of the Catholic Aid Association. 

Survivors include her son, Tanner Tschumperlin of Cokato; parents, John and Hilde Tschumperlin of Richmond; siblings, Troy and Terry Tschumperlin of Eden Valley, Kelly (Don) Willenbring and Kent Tschumperlin of Richmond; nieces and nephews, Matt, Mandy, Sawyer and Sam.

She was preceded in death by her Grandparents, Clarence and Mary Tschumperlin, Severin and Lidwina Kemper

Mildred “Millie” Chesney, age 82
St. Joseph
April 21, 1928 – March 20, 2011

A Private Family Service will take place for Mildred Chesney, age 82, at a later date.  Millie died on Sunday at Arlington Place-Assisted Living in St. Joseph, MN.  Inurnment will be in the Champlin Cemetery, Champlin, MN also at a later date.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring, MN.

Millie was born in Minneapolis to Axel and Minnie (Hansen) Guddal.  She married Jerome Chesney on July 16, 1948 in Minneapolis.   Millie enjoyed gardening, music and playing cards.  She was a member of the Paynesville Lutheran Church in Paynesville, MN. 

Survivors include her son, David and his wife, Vicki of Hancock, MI; grandchildren, Mitchell of Los Angeles, CA and Alexandra of DeKalb, IL; brother, Orval Guddal of TX.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerome (2008); parents; brothers, Armin and Ivan Guddal; sisters, Evelyn Cenfield and Wilma Knoblauch.

Lyle R. Baker, age 57
Cold Spring
March 22, 1953 – March 14, 2011

Funeral Service for Lyle R. Baker, age 57, will be 4:00 p.m. Thursday, March 17, 2011 at River of Life Assembly of God Church in Cold Spring, MN.  Lyle died Monday surrounded by his family and friends, after a long battle with cancer.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring.

Lyle married Misty Wing, his best friend for over 20 years, on September 29, 2006 in St. Cloud.  He served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.  Lyle was an avid golfer, proud member of the Christian Motorcycle Association and a friend of Bill W.  He attended River of Life Church and had a passion for Christ.

Survivors include his wife, Misty; 5 daughters, Sonya, Tonya, Jennifer, Amanda Jo, Cindell; many grandchildren, siblings and a large Christian family.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 sibling.   

Cyril “Cy” R. Brinkman, age 89
Cold Spring
October 19, 1921 – February 25, 2011

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Cyril “Cy” R. Brinkman, age 89, who died at the St. Cloud Hospital.  Inurnment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Gathering of relatives and friends will be one hour prior to the service Saturday morning in the Narthex of St. Boniface Church.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.

Cy was born in Farming, MN to Joseph and Cecilia (Backes) Brinkman. He married Lorraine E. Olson on May 30, 1951 in St. Boniface Church, Cold Spring.  Cy worked at the Cold Spring Granite Company for 40 years and was a foreman for 30+ years.  He was an avid bowler, softball player and in his later years, he took care of grooming the softball park!  Cy would always greet you with a smile and a hand shake.  He touched many lives and will be greatly missed.  Cy was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Knights of Columbus and Cold Spring Area Maennerchor.

Survivors include his loving wife of 60 years, Lorraine; children, Jackie, James, Kevin and David; sisters, Annamae, Doris and Bernice; brother, Romie; grandchildren, Angela and Sarah from Minnesota and Crystal and Katrina from Denver, Colorado; one great-grandchild, Mackenzie.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Leona.

Martha Hoffmann, age 81
Rockville
July 27, 1929 – March 11, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2011 at Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church in Rockville, MN for Martha Hoffmann, age 81, who died surrounded by her family on Friday at the Assumption Nursing Home in Cold Spring. Burial will be in the Calvary Parish Cemetery in Rockville.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday and from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday morning in the Mary of the Immaculate Conception Church, Rockville.  Christian Women will pray a rosary at 7:00 p.m. followed by Parish Prayers at 7:30 p.m. Monday evening.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.

Martha was born in St. Cloud Township, MN to Leo and Elizabeth (Reinert) Lintgen. She married John Hoffmann on June 10, 1950 in Annunciation Church, Mayhew Lake, MN.  Martha and John farmed together east of Rockville.  She enjoyed caring for and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  Martha liked cooking, baking, playing cards and bingo, trips to the casino, traveling, gardening, volunteering at local nursing homes and listening to her husband play the accordion.  She was a member of Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish and Christian Women.

Survivors include her loving husband of 60 years, John; children, Dennis (Sue) of Cold Spring, Sue (Mark) Schneider of St. Cloud, Gary (April) of St. Cloud, Karen (Rob) Mapes of St. Cloud and Mark of St. Cloud; 13 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sisters, Marian Janssen of Albany and Donna Poganski of Rice.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 infant grandchildren, Amelia Rose, Angela Marie, Matthew Michael Hoffmann; sisters, Ann Moeller, Gert Kunkel and Rose LaBuda; brothers, Lawrence and Ken Lintgen. 

Gertrude “Trudy” Torborg, age 67
Richmond
October 12, 1943 – March 7, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Gertrude “Trudy” Torborg, age 67, who died Monday at the Hilltop Nursing Home in Watkins. Burial will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

A visitation for Trudy will be from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.

Trudy was born in Richmond, MN to Henry and Frances (Braegelmann) Torborg. She enjoyed music and loved her ‘Wacosa Family’.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish.

Survivors include her siblings, Alice (Al) Lauer, Ben (Vi) Kalthoff and Urban (Kathy) Torborg of St. Cloud, Alfred (Dolores) Torborg and Herb (Emmy) Torborg of St. Joseph, S. Mary Josephine, OSB of Duluth, Jerome (Ginny) Torborg, Ralph (Monica) Buerman and Bernice Evens of Richmond and sister-in-law, Mary Helen Torborg of Paynesville; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Norb.

The family of Trudy would like to thank the staff of Hilltop Nursing Home for the love and care given to her through the years. 

Robert “Bob” Johannes, age 82
Rockville
March 29, 1928 – March 1, 2011

Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 7, 2011 at Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring, MN for Robert “Bob” Johannes, age 82, who died Tuesday at the St. Cloud Hospital.

A gathering of relatives and friends will be from 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Monday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring. 

Bob was born in St. Cloud, MN to John and Clara (Streitz) Johannes. He married Mary Kuebelbeck from St. Joseph.  Bob worked for the Cold Spring Granite Company for 44 years.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was an avid Twins fan.  He was the owner/operator of Bob’s Tree Service for 20 years.

Survivors include his children, Sharon (Jo), Daryl (Kathie), Glenn (Kris), Mark (Bonnie), Jeff, Linda (Steve), Chuck, Troy; 17 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Rosemary, Sylvester John, George, Eleanore, and infant brother Armond.

Memorials are preferred to Hilltop Care, Watkins. 

Feburary 2011

Barbara Nistler, age 92
Cold Spring
December 17, 1918 – February 28, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 4, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Barbara Nistler, age 92, who died Monday surrounded by her family at the Hilltop Nursing Home in Watkins.  Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring and from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Friday morning in the Narthex of St. Boniface Church.  The Christian Women will pray at 4:00 p.m. and Parish Prayers will be at 7:30 p.m.

Barbara was born in Cold Spring, MN to Theodore and Ottilia (Krier) Schreifels. She married Raymond Nistler on February 10, 1942 in St. Boniface Church, Cold Spring.  Barb was a homemaker and also worked along side her husband on their dairy farm.  She enjoyed playing cards, fishing on Goodner Lake, trips to the casinos and embroidery.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish and Christian Women.

Survivors include her children, Kathy (Bob) Schlangen of Eden Prairie, Roger (Shirley) of Cold Spring, Tom (Elli) of St. Cloud, Ken (Debbie) of Watkins; sisters, Marie Roeser of Watkins, Rita Ludwig of Cold Spring; 14 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond (2005); parents; brothers, Fr. Ferdinand Schreifels, Theodore Schriefels, Jr.; sisters, Matilda Huberty, Theresa Menke, Clara Huberty, Rose Kreamer and infant sister, Marcella.

Lucile M. Edelbrock, age 80
Richmond
March 4, 1930 – February 27, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Lucile M. Edelbrock, age 80, who died Sunday at her residence.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Friday and from 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Knights of Columbus and Catholic Aid Association.

Lucile was born in Belgrade, MN to Fred and Myrtle (Larson) Engle. She married Thomas Edelbrock on July 4, 1954 in California.  Lucile was a school teacher and she enjoyed doing crafts.  She wrote for the Cold Spring Record.  She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish and Catholic Aid Association.

Survivors include husband, Tom; son, Bill of Mesa, AZ; grandsons, Thomas and Robert and her niece, Beth.

She was preceded in death by her son, Eric; parents and sister, Dorothy Talbert. 

Joyce Drontle, age 68
Cold Spring
July 16, 1942 – February 28, 2011

Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 3, 2011 at River of Life Assembly of God Church in Cold Spring, MN for Joyce Drontle, age 68, who died surrounded by her family on Monday morning at the Assumption Nursing Home, Cold Spring. Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Visitation with family and friends will be from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Thursday at the church prior to the services.  Arrangement were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring.

Joyce was born in Melrose, MN to William and Hildegard (Kron) Klein.  She married George Drontle on June 16, 1962 in St. Peter’s Church, St. Cloud.  Joyce was a homemaker all her life.  She enjoyed spending time with her granddaughter, gardening, shopping, 4 wheeling, spending time at the cabin and socializing!  Joyce, with her wonderful smile and personality, made so many friends through the years.  She was a member of River of Life Assembly of God Church, Red Hatters and her card club.

Survivors include her husband, George; children, Lonnie and Holly and her granddaughter, Alyssa; siblings, Cliff Klein, Teresa Hickey, Wayne Klein and Sheri Henning.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Rueben Klein. 

Richard Pflipsen, age 79
Cold Spring
December 19, 1931 – February 25, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Richard Pflipsen, age 79, who died Friday at the St. Cloud Hospital after a courageous thirteen year battle with silicosis.  Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring and from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Wednesday morning in the Narthex of St. Boniface Church.  The Knights of Columbus will pray a rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Parish Prayers will be at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the Wenner Funeral Home.

Richard was born in New Munich, MN to Paul and Laura (Stroeing) Pflipsen .  He married Dorothy Ruegemer on August 6, 1955 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in New Munich.  They were blessed with three children who were the center of their lives.  He was a member of St. Boniface Church where he served as an usher for fifty years and was a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus.

Before he was married, Richard worked on the oar boats for the Pittsburg Steamship Division on the Great Lakes and loved it.  After marriage, he was employed by the Cold Spring Granite Company where he was known for his dedication, exceptional work ethic, and was a mentor for other employees for forty years.  After retiring from the Granite Company in 1997 he took one year off and then worked as a delivery driver for the Cold Spring Bakery until 2008.

Richard was a loving and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather.   Camping, swimming, and snowmobiling are fond memories of time spent together. His pride and joy was working in his meticulous yard and garden.  He could proudly boast about getting the first tomato of the season!  He enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s theatrical, musical and sporting events.  The Minnesota State Fair was an annual family outing for over forty-five years that included camping and later, hotel stays on Labor Day weekend.  He never missed a St. John’s Football game, Vikings game or Twins game and was an avid ROCORI sports fan.  If ever someone needed a lending hand, Richard was there to help.  An example of this is his dedication and loyalty to the Red Cross as a blood donor.

Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Dorothy; children, Deb (Rod) Jenderseck, St. Cloud, Randy, Cold Spring, Brian (Sandy) St. Joseph; grandchildren, Andrea, Christopher, Jennifer, Jordan, and Candace; great-grandchildren, Alayajah and Maleeah; brother, Charles (Arlene); brother-in-law, Loren Dierkhissing; sisters-in-law, Etta Pflipsen, and Mary Ann Pflipsen.  He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Allen, Donald, and sister, Marian Dierkhissing.

Clarence Salzer, age 94
Jacobs Prairie
January 13, 1917 – February 25, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 1, 2011 at St. James Catholic Church in Jacobs Prairie, MN for Clarence Salzer, age 94, who died Friday at the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany. Burial will be in the St. James Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday and from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Tuesday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish prayers will be at 8:00 p.m. followed by a rosary with the St. James Men’s Society on Monday evening at the Wenner Funeral Home. 

Clarence was born in St. Joseph, MN to Matt and Lena (Barthel) Salzer. He married Alvina Theisen on January 7, 1942 in Jacobs Prairie.  She died on July 17, 1993 and he then married Juletta Dingmann on April 21, 1995.  Clarence was a farmer, bus driver and a man who really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.  His hobbies include playing cards, fishing, making lawn ornaments, gardening, wine making, and playing bingo.  He loved nature; pine trees and birds especially.  For a quiet and gentle man he really enjoyed socializing.  He was a member of St. James Parish and the St. James Men’s Society.

Survivors include his wife, Juletta; children, Rita (Kenneth) Kierzek of Avon, Mary (Stanley) Streit of St. Anna; son-in-law, Ron Hommerding of Cold Spring; step-children, Mary Kay Donabauer of Jacobs Prairie and Marlene (Gordon) Dingmann of Jacobs Prairie; 11 grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; 9 step-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by first wife, Alvina (1993); daughter, Eileen Hommerding (2009); siblings, Leon, Agnes, Eva, Wendlin, and Francis. 

Pallbearers will be grandchildren.

Lucille B. (Kotschevar) Lodermeier, age 91
Waite Park – Cold Spring
November 27, 1919  - February 20, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waite Park, for Lucille B. (Kotschevar) Lodermeier, age 91, of Cold Spring and formerly of Waite Park, who passed away on Sunday, February 20, 2011 at Assumption Home in Cold Spring. Reverend Vincent Lieser will officiate. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery in Waite Park.

Family and friends may call after 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday at the Church in Waite Park.

Lucille was born on November 27, 1919 in Cold Spring, Minnesota to William and Elizabeth (Knaus) Bernard. She married Al “Bud” Kotschevar on June 18, 1945 in St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring.  Bud later passed away. She lived most of her married life in Waite Park and was a cook for School District 742. She married Walter Lodermeier on November 8, 1996 in Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport.  She was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and Christian Mothers as well as being a former member of the Women of the Moose #417.

She is survived by her husband, Walt; sons, James (Linda) and John both of Waite Park, David (Roxanne) of St. Augusta, Thomas (Cindy Gross) of Monticello; and daughter, Jean (Allen) Wilson of Sauk Rapids; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; step- children, Marilyn (Jim) Counter of Thief River Falls, Sharon (Dennis) Skwira of Cold Spring, Judy (Fred) Ettel of Freeport, and Kitty (Ken) Stang of Cold Spring, Steve (Fiancée Tamera)of St. Cloud, and Jeff (Judy) of Holdingford; 16 step-grandchildren; five step- great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Roger Bernard of Cold Spring, Ben(Jean) of Richmond, Marion (Frank) Strait of St. Louis Park, and Adeline of Bemidji; and many nieces and nephews.

Lucille is preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Bud in 1993; brothers and sisters, Leander, Jenny, Buddy, Roy, and Annabel.

A Special Thank You to the Staff at Assumption Home for the kindness and care given to our mom.

Iris H. Bookey, age 84
Cold Spring
January 25, 1927 – February 15, 2011

Memorial Service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, MN for Iris H. Bookey, age 84, who died Tuesday at her home. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery, St. Cloud.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday (TODAY) and from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond (151 Oakwood Ave. S.E.).

Iris was born in St. Cloud, MN to Al and Hedwig (Sendzik) Kaeter. She married Floyd Bookey on May 16, 1946 in United Peace Church, St. Cloud, MN.   She worked at the St. Cloud VA Hospital for 30 years.  After her retirement she continued to enjoy her hobbies of bowling, painting, wood carving and needlework. 

Survivors include her brother, Earl (LaVonn) Kaeter; sisters, Rhea (Vern) Olson and Diana George; 7 nieces and nephews; 16 great nieces and nephews; 4 great-grandnieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Floyd (2008). 

Mary E. Ellis, age 90
Litchfield
May 22, 1920 - February 7, 2011

Mary E. Ellis, age 90, of Foley, MN, formerly of Litchfield, died on February 7, 2011 at the Foley Nursing Home in Foley, MN.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 12, 2011 at the United Methodist Church, Litchfield, MN, with Pastor Bill Kerr officiating.  Visitation will be held on Friday from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Johnson-Hagglund Funeral Home, Litchfield, MN, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday.  Interment will be held in Lake Ripley Cemetery, Litchfield, MN.

Mary Esther (Baldridge) Ellis was born on May 22, 1920 in Des Moines, Iowa to John S. and Esther (Richey) Baldridge. Her father's job with Northwestern Bell Telephone took the family to Council Bluffs (1924-1930 kindergarten - 3rd grade), Sioux City (1930 - 1938 4th - 12th grade), and back to Des Moines (1938). She graduated from East High School in Sioux City, Iowa in 1938. Mary Esther went to Park College in Parkville, MO for 1 year. She then transferred to Iowa State College, Ames, Iowa where she attended for 2 years, and where she met her husband, J. Eugene Ellis. WWII interrupted her education and she began working at Northwestern Bell Telephone as a long distance telephone operator supervisor in Des Moines.  Mary Esther married J. Eugene Ellis on January 10, 1943 at Central Presbyterian Church in Des Moines, Iowa. J. E. was in the Army and returned to the States on their 3rd anniversary. After the war ended, they moved to Orange City, Iowa where they lived for 8 1/2 years. Their daughters Virginia, Jean, and Barbara were born there.  In 1954 they moved to Buffalo, Minnesota, where their daughter Karen was born. While living in Buffalo, Mary Esther went to St. Cloud State to finish her education, graduating in 1965 with an elementary education degree, and a library certification. She worked in Delano and Buffalo as a teacher. In 1967 the family moved to Litchfield, Minnesota, where she was a school librarian for 15 years, retiring in 1982. They moved to Foley, MN in August of2007.  Mary Esther and J. E. enjoyed traveling, visiting most of the 50 states, and 17 countries. She enjoyed reading, sewing, Hardanger, Counted Cross Stitch, quilting, baking, and painting. She was active in the American Reformed Church in Orange City, and the United Methodist Churches in Buffalo and Litchfield, United Methodist Women, church circles, and Eastern Star, where she was a member for over 50 years.

She is survived by her husband J. Eugene Ellis of Foley, MN; daughters: Virginia (Daryl) Jensen of Fairmont, MN; Jean (John) Tulkki of Cold Spring, MN; Barbara (Kevin) Dunn of New Ulm, MN; and Karen (Daniel) Martens of Foley, MN. She has 10 grandchildren: Reid (Deb) Jensen; Ryan (Michelle) Jensen; Michael (Amy Sebelien) Tulkki; Brian Tulkki, Lisa (Brandon) Messerly; Jayme (Nate) Westling; Joel (Emily) Dunn; Janelle (David) Daniel; Susan Martens; Brenda Martens, and 12 great grandchildren; a sister Betty Maifeld of Canyon City, CO and a brother John (Dorothy) Baldridge of Grandview, W A, a sister-in-law, Joyce Ellis of Rockwell City, IA and nieces and nephews.  Preceding her in death were her parents, John·S. and Esther Baldridge, a sister Irma Baldridge (1926), her father- and mother- in-law, V. Eugene and Myrtle Ellis, a brother- in-law Lawrence Ellis, sister-in-law Margaret (Peg) Baldridge, a brother-in-law Darrel Maifeld and a niece Betsy Maifeld.

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Lawrence Korte, age 90
St. Martin
November 15, 1920 – February 10, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, February 14, 2011 at

St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin, MN for Lawrence Korte, age 90, who died peacefully on Thursday at the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany. Burial will be in the St. Martin Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Sunday and from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Monday morning at the Parish Hall in St. Martin.  The Knights of Columbus, Catholic Aid Association, St Joseph Men’s Society and St. Martin Fire Department will pray at 6:00 p.m. followed by Parish Prayers at 8:00 p.m.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Richmond.

Lawrence was born at home in Farming, MN to Herman and Catherine (Meyer) Korte. He married Lorraine Terres on June 12, 1944 in St. Martin Catholic Church, St. Martin.  The couple farmed and raised their family together in St. Martin.  Lawrence played and coached amateur baseball for Farming and St. Martin.  He enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, playing cards, and bowling.  He was a member of St. Martin Parish, Knights of Columbus, Catholic Aid Association, St. Joseph Men’s Society, St. Martin Fire Department, Lions Club, a former Trustee of St. Martin Parish and was on the Albany School Board.

Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Lorraine; children, Gladys (Jerry) Bottema of Pierz, Joan (Roger) Rothstein of St. Martin, Ruth Laine of St. Paul, Dennis (Irma) of St. Martin, Ken (Pat) of Eden Prairie, Mary (Conrad) Lauer of St. Martin, and Donna (Paul) Wellenstein of Albany; 17 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Marie Brinkman of Utah.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sons-in-law, Lawrence Laine and Vern Mueller; siblings, Fr. Alexander, OSB, Otto, Jack, Eddie, Joe, Magdalene Bates, Bertha Brinkman, Lorraine Blonigen-Burgraff and infant sister, Katherine. 

Amelia Bibeau, 95
St. Paul & Cold Spring
August 20, 1915 – February 6, 2011

Amelia Bibeau died at Assumption Nursing Home surrounded by family members.

Survived by her children: Mary Kotten – Thorpe Wi, Virginia (Harry) Rother – Kissimmi FL, Paula (Tom) Ellis – Woodbury MN, Teri Bibeau (Gary Stransky) – Cold Spring, John (Sharon) Bibeau – Denver CO. Sister-in Laws: Rene Willenbring & Bobbi Willenbring, 12-Grand children, 10 great grand children, many nieces and nephews.

Amelia was born in Richmond, MN to Herman and Lucy (Schulte) Willenbring. She married Joseph Bibeau in St. Paul, MN where they lived and raised their family. Together they owned and operated Bibeau Cleaners on the East side of St. Paul. After Joe’s death Ameila successfully took over running the Dry Cleaner until selling it in 1969. She moved to Cold Spring working several years at Zayre in St. Cloud. After retiring she moved between Cold Spring and St. Paul remaining very active in her children’s lives.

Preceded in death by Husband Joseph. Parents Herman and Lucy Willenbring. Brothers Bede, Cyril, Paul, Eugene & Joseph Willenbring; Sisters Cecelia Doubek and Juiletta Moore, Grandson Robert Bibeau and Son in-law Jerome Kotten.

A special thank you to the St. Cloud Hospital Hospice for their friendship and care. Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11:00 a.m. Friday February 11, 2011 at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in St. Paul. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery.

Cecelia Kohorst, age 93
Farming
January 22, 1918 – February 4, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at St. Catherine’s Catholic Church in Farming, MN for Cecelia Kohorst, age 93, who died Friday at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany. Burial will be in the St. Catherine’s Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday and from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond (151 Oakwood Ave. S.E.).  Parish Prayers will be at 7 PM followed by a rosary with the Christian Women, Catholic Aid Association and St. Francis Xavier Mission Group Monday evening at the Wenner Funeral Home.

Cecelia Christine was born in Farming, MN to Joseph and Anna (Lodermeier) Rausch. She married Leo Joseph Kohorst on October 2, 1940 in St. Catherine’s Church, Farming, MN.  Cecelia worked as a dietary aide at Mother of Mercy Nursing Home and was an avid quilter, card player and gardener.  She was a member of St. Catherine’s Parish, Catholic Aid Association, Christian Women, St. Francis Xavier Mission Group and Crosier Apostolate.

Survivors include her children, Henry (Vicky) of St. Cloud, Liola (Jim) Dold of Richmond, Mary Ann (Ken) Buttweiler of Avon, Beatrice (Greg) Vasterling of Cottage Grove, Ronald (Joyce) of St. Michael, Arnold (Jill Haffley) of Richmond, and Daniel (Barb) of Farming; sisters, Leona Statz of Richmond and Theresa Loecken of Melrose; 25 grandchildren and 44 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; son, Harvey; parents; grandson, Leo “Lee” Kohorst; sisters, Mary, Elizabeth “Liz”, Catherine, and Margaret; brothers, Edmund, Alphonse, and Leander. 

Linda A. Holm, age 65
Cold Spring
December 23, 1946 – February 4, 2011

Memorial Service will be 5:00 p.m. Thursday, February 10, 2011 at Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring, MN for Linda A. Holm, age 65, who died Friday at the her home surrounded by her family and friends. Inurnment will be in the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery, Little Falls.

Gathering with family and friends will be an hour prior to the service at the Wenner Funeral Home.

Linda was born in Minneapolis, MN to Arthur and Mildred (Burgess) Johnson.  She married Paul Holm on July 14, 2007 in Cold Spring.  Linda worked in graphic arts and enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her loving husband, Paul; sons, David J. Henry and Matthew M. Henry; grandchildren, Victoria, Sidney, Marlene Jo, Ellaine, Cali Ann, Jenna Lee and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister. 

Louis J. “Louie” Kuebelbeck, age 85
St. Cloud
June 6, 1925 - February 4, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday February 8, at St. Mary’s Cathedral Upper Church, for Louis J. “Louie” Kuebelbeck, 85, of St. Cloud, who passed away February 4, 2011. The Reverend Anthony Oelrich will officiate. Burial, with Military Honors, will be in Assumption Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4:00-8:00 PM on Monday and after 9:30 AM on Tuesday at the Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud. Parish prayers will be at 4:00 PM, American Legion Silver Star Post #428 will pray at 6:00 PM, the V.F.W. Granite Post #428 will pray at 6:15 PM, and the Eagles Aerie #622 will pray at 6:30 PM, on Monday at the funeral home in St. Cloud.

Louie was born on June 6, 1925 in St. Joseph to Bill and Clara (Schroeder) Kuebelbeck. He married Delores Reber on June 7, 1947 in St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in St. Joseph. Delores died on July 12, 1976. He married Lorraine (Welle) Zirbes on July 7, 1978 in St. Mary’s Cathedral in St. Cloud. He served in the US Navy in the South Pacific during World War II. Louie was employed by Cold Spring Granite for 41 years, retiring in 1988. Louie enjoyed fishing, hunting, dancing, and spending time with his family. He was a member of St. Mary’s Cathedral, V.F.W. Granite Post #428, Waite Park American Legion Silver Star Post #428, and the Eagles Aerie #622.

Louie is survived by: children, Gail Koppy of St. Joseph, JoAnne Parry, Greta Abel, Jeff (Trish) of St. Cloud, Lois (John) Coleman of Society Hill, South Carolina, Louis Jr. (Patti) of Battle Creek, WA, Barbara (Jeff) Konsor of Holdingford, Kris (Glenn) Johannes of Rockville, Steven (Pat) of Clearwater, Karl (Ruth) of Long Prairie, Laurie (Todd) Nixon of Croydon, PA, Bill (Karen) of Teresa, NY; 23 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; step-children, Sharon (Dave) Zirbes-Schepers of St. Cloud, Jim (Patty) Zirbes of St. Cloud.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wives, brothers Herbert, Albert, Fred, and three sisters Marie Mielke, Rosie Davidson, and Connie Berry.

Louie’s family would like to extend their appreciation to the staff of Foster Care Providers, INC, St. Cloud Hospital 5 South, and special thanks for the unconditional love given by Talahi Care Center Staff. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers.

Martha Mehr, age 92
St. Martin
March 16, 1918 – February 2, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 5, 2011 at St. Martin Catholic Church in St. Martin, MN for Martha Mehr, age 92, who died Wednesday at the Mother of Mercy Nursing Home in Albany. Burial will be in the St. Martin Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Friday and from 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Saturday morning in the St. Martin Parish Hall.  Parish Prayers will be at 7:00 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Catholic Aid Association and the Christian Women.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Richmond.

Martha was born in Farming, MN to John and Angela (Koetter) Dingmann. She married George Mehr on January 28, 1942 in St. Catherine’s Catholic Church, Farming.  The couple farmed north of St. Martin for many years.  Martha was a homemaker who loved her family and she enjoyed playing cards and visiting family and friends.  She was a member of St. Martin Parish, Catholic Aid Association and Christian Women.

Survivors include her sons, Jerry (Carole) of St. Stephen, Fred (Renee) of Cold Spring and Joe (Katie) of St. Martin; 15 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; siblings, Theresa Lieser of Paynesville and Ambrose Dingmann of Elrosa.

She was preceded in death by her husband, George (August 28, 2000); parents; granddaughter, Pamela Mehr-Smith; siblings, Alphonse, Clements, S. Walberga, OSB, S. Angela, OSB, Leonard, Gregor, Lawrence, Emma Olmscheid and Barbara Theis. 

Donald M. Lemke, age 74
Richmond
April 20, 1936 – February 2, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, February 5, 2011 at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Richmond, MN for Donald M. Lemke, age 74, who died Wednesday at the St. Cloud VA Health Care System. Entombment will be in the Sts. Peter & Paul Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Friday and from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.  Parish Prayers will be at 4:00 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Catholic Order of Foresters, Catholic Aid Association.  The Richmond American Legion will pray at 7:45 p.m. Friday evening.

Don was born in St. Cloud, MN to William and Magdalena (Nordmann) Lemke. He married Joan Hemmesch on July 30, 1960 in Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Richmond.  Don served in the United States Army from 1954-1957.  He drove block truck for Richmond Concrete Products for over 50 years.  Don was an avid Richmond Royals Amateur Baseball fan, enjoyed playing cards and dancing.  He was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Parish, Catholic Order of Foresters, Catholic Aid Association and Richmond American Legion.

Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Joan; children, Karen (Cy Gertken), Lisa, Sandy (Rick) Mackedanz, Bill (Judy Hemmesch), Michelle (Kyle) Evenson, Dawn (Mark) Osendorf and Leslie; 15 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; siblings, Arlene (Florenz) Vogt, Fred (JoAnn) Lemke, Ruthie (Richard) Ethen, Janet (Dave) Rausch, Carol (Tom) Gertken, Mark (Doreen) Lemke.

He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter, Kimberly Leyendecker. 

January 2011

Raymond Peter Schneider, 84
Waite Park
June 3, 1926 – January 31, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Thursday, February 3, 2011 at St. Wendelin Catholic Church in Luxemburg, for Raymond Peter Schneider, of Waite Park, who died Monday morning. Visitation for friends and relatives will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, February 2nd at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, St. Cloud and 9 -10:30a.m. Thursday at Mary Hall in Luxemburg. Rev. Marvin Enneking will officiate and burial will be at St. Wendelin’s Catholic Cemetery, Luxemburg. Waite Park American Legion will pray at 6 p.m. followed by St. Wendelin parish prayers at 7 p.m. and Richmond Catholic Order of Foresters at 7:30 p.m. all on Wednesday at the funeral home in St. Cloud.

Ray was born to the late William and Anna (Gertken) Schneider in Richmond, Minnesota. He married Irene Dingmann on May 17, 1948 at Sts. Peter and Paul in Richmond. Ray was in the United States Army and then was a farmer. He was a member of St. Wendelin Church, Richmond Catholic Order of Foresters and Waite Park American Legion. Ray, a farmer at heart, enjoyed playing cards, socializing and going to auctions. His friends were important to him and he loved to play with his grandchildren.

Ray is survived by his wife, Irene; children, Mike (Pat Rahm) of Duelm, Fred (Kathy Annis) of Clearwater, Marvin (Marietta Heid) of Jacobs Prairie, Geri Watercott (Duane Ott) of St. Cloud, Karen (Leon) Schlangen of Watkins, Mark (Sue Hoffmann) of St. Cloud, Lori (Steve) Krey of St. Cloud, Roy (Cindy Kloss) of Duelm, Mary Jane (Denny Kettelhut) of Lakeville, Joe (Diane Retka) of Clear Lake, Arlene (Mark) Williams of St. Cloud and Tony (Gail Winkels) of Albany; siblings, Valeria Braegelmann of Albany, Evarista Ruegemer and Mary Ann Schmitt of Richmond and Florentine Schefers of St. Cloud; 39 grandchildren; and 31 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Bob and Norb Schneider; and sister, Velma Ehresmann.

Francis “Frank” Klappa, age 75
Richmond
May 27, 1935 – January 30, 2011

A Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond, MN for Francis “Frank” Klappa, age 75, who died Sunday at the St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

There will be a gathering of Relatives and Friends from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond (151 Oakwood Ave. S.E) on Wednesday morning.

Frank was born in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to Titus and Cecelia (Pavloski) Klappa. He married Wilda Velander on October 8, 1954 in Minneapolis.  Frank was a devout family man.  He worked as a Salesman with the ‘gift of gab’ and also was a Reel Repairman.  Frank held different jobs in his career and made many friends in the process.  He enjoyed football, fishing, camping with family and friends, singing, a good conversation and was an avid bird watcher.  Anyone who met Frank will always remember his warm smile and firm handshake.  He was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Cold Spring Area Maennerchor and past President of Sauk River Chain of Lakes Association.

Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Wilda; children, Steve (Sue), Diane (Terry) Lee, Lynn Keate, Julie (David) Ferry and Chuck (Debbi); 15 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; sister, Margaret Heafey; brother-in-law, Charles (Jeanne) Velander and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert.

Rose Marie “Rosie” Theisen, age 95
Cold Spring
May 4, 1915 – January 29, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Rose Marie “Rosie” Theisen, age 95, who died Saturday at the Assumption Home in Cold Spring. Entombment will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Tuesday morning in the Narthex of the St. Boniface Church.  Arrangements were entrusted with the Wenner Funeral Home, Cold Spring.

Rosie was born in Cold Spring, MN to Joseph and Louise (DeWenter) Kuebelbeck.  She married Sylvester Theisen on September 15, 1936 in St. Boniface Catholic Church, Cold Spring.  The couple farmed 2 miles west of Cold Spring.  Rosie was employed at the Cold Spring Bakery from 1966 – 1980 when she retired.  She enjoyed playing cards and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Christian Women and St. John’s Circle.

Survivors include her daughter-in-law, Laura Theisen; grandchildren, Barbara (Kevin) Sullivan, Tina (Rodney) Schmitz, Tim (Liz) Theisen; 7 great-grandchildren; sister, Elsie Kotschevar-Miller.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Sylvester (1999), son, Richard (2000); brother, Clarence Kuebelbeck and sister, Lenore Meyer. 

Memorials are preferred.

Pauline Aubol, age 78
August 12, 1932 - January 29, 2011
Thief River Falls, MN

Pauline Aubol, 78, of Thief River Falls, MN died on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at Oakland Park Communities in Thief River Falls, MN.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, February 1, 2011 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Thief River Falls, MN with Rev. Mark Helgeland officiating.  Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in St. Hilaire, MN.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM with a 7:00 PM prayer service on Monday, January 31, 2011 at Johnson Funeral Service in Thief River Falls, MN.  Visitation will also be held from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM on Tuesday at the church.

Pauline O. Senart was born on August 12, 1932 in Cold Spring, MN the daughter of Sostene and Mary (Maile) Senart.  Pauline was baptized into the Catholic faith.  She grew up on a farm where the family only spoke German and the family moved into Cold Spring during her grade school years.  Pauline graduated from St. Boniface High School in Cold Spring in 1950.  While in high school she was a cheerleader. 

While working at a café in Cold Spring, she met her future husband, Chet.  Following high school, Pauline moved to St. Cloud and lived with her sister, Caroline, where she worked at a Laundromat.  In 1952 Chet entered into service with the U.S. Army.  Upon his return from Germany, Chet moved to Thief River Falls to start his career with S.C.S. and Pauline followed a few months later.  The couple was married on December 31, 1955 in Thief River Falls, MN and to this union two children were born, Steve and Lois.  They continued to reside in Thief River Falls.

She was a stay at home Mom and was an independent business woman.  She sewed for others, specializing in wedding dresses and draperies.  Pauline was a life long member of the Chat And Chew Homemakers Club, serving as president of the Pennington County Homemakers Council.  She was also an active member of the Washington School PTA where she was on the Executive Board.  Pauline was always active at the Pennington County Fair and was awarded 2007 Outstanding Pennington County Senior Citizen.  She was recognized for volunteering over 4000 hours with the hospital auxiliary.

Pauline was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church where she was active with the Altar Guild, and every year she planned the Soil Conservation dinner.  She was a life member of the VFW Auxiliary Post #2793.  Pauline was also an election judge for many years.

Survivors include her loving husband of 55 years, Chet of Thief River Falls; daughter, Lois Ann (Kevin) Reff of Fergus Falls, MN; granddaughters, Jennifer Reff of Davenport, IA and Nicole Aubol of Greeley, CO; brother, Al (Jean) Senart of Junction City, CO; sister, Clementine “Tina” Nelson of St. Cloud, MN; and favorite niece, Yvonne Jensen of St. Cloud, MN; and many other relatives and friends.

Pauline is preceded in death by her parents, Sostene and Mary; son, Steve; daughter-in-law, Laurie; sister, Caroline Habedank; and brothers, Aloys and Sylvester.

Special Music:  Greg Dally & Paula Adamson
Selections:  “On Eagle’s Wings” & “
Congregational Hymns:  “I Know That My Redeemer Lives” & “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”
Casketbearers: 
Honorary Casketbearers:  Chat And Chew Homemakers Club

Family condolences may be sent at www.johnsonfuneralservice.com

Gerald R. Peterson
Richmond, formerly of Brooklyn Center

Age 77, of Richmond, formerly of Brooklyn Center. Established Jerry’s Barber Shop in Brooklyn Park. Beloved husband, dad, father-in-law, grandpa, great-grandpa, uncle, brother & friend. Survived by wife of 55 years, Patricia; sons, Rick (Lorrie), Tom (Karen), Steve (Brenda); grandchildren, Tricia, Brandon, Ryan, Billy; great-grandson, Conner; beloved companion, Buffy and many family & friends.  Visitation 4-8 PM Friday at Evans Nordby Funeral Home, 6000 Brooklyn Blvd, Brooklyn Center. Funeral Service at 8 PM Friday at the funeral home. Interment Monday at 1 PM at Fort Snelling National Cemetery Lane # 2.

Evans Nordby Funeral Home 763-533-3000

Marcia J. Hill, age 77
Cold Spring
September 4, 1933 – January 21, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 28, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Marcia J. Hill, age 77, who died Friday at the Paynesville Area Hospital. Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish Prayers will be at 6:00 p.m.

Marcia was born in Milwaukee, WI to Fred and Frances (Baraga) Kurz.  She married William “Bill” Hill on July 29, 1952.  The couple moved to the Twin Cities in 1964 and for 15 years she worked in the Robbinsdale School District in the Title I Program.  Marcia also volunteered in the ROCORI School District for many years.  She enjoyed being a student of art and art itself, golfing and lake activities on the Horseshoe Chain of Lakes.  Marcia enjoyed being part of the Bible Study Group at St. Boniface.

Survivors include her loving husband of 58 years, Bill; daughter, Mary Kay (Richard) Stock of Elk River and their children, Tony and Jason; son, Mark (Sue) Hill of Albertville and their children, Andrea, Nicholas and Abby; sister, Shirley Downs of Milwaukee, WI.

She was preceded in death by her parents. 

Louise “Lou” Lommel, age 88
Cold Spring, formerly of Luxemburg
February 22, 1922 – January 20, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 25, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Louise “Lou” Lommel, age 88, who died Thursday at the Assumption Nursing Home.  Burial will be in the St. Wendelin’s Parish Cemetery, Luxemburg.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Monday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring and from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Tuesday morning in the Narthex of St. Boniface Church.  Parish Prayers will be at 8:00 p.m. on Monday evening at the Wenner Funeral Home.

Louise was born in a farmhouse in Luxemburg, MN to Leon and Lena (Mertens) Oehrlein. She married Joseph H. Lommel on October 7, 1943. Together they owned and operated Lommel’s General Store and Tavern in Luxemburg for over 33 years.  Joe died August 15, 1976.  In the 1980’s Lou formed a friendship with Orlo Steele.  They enjoyed hunting and fishing together for many years, and eventually built a house in Cold Spring.  In 2004 Orlo died.  Lou enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.  She was never without a smile and “conversation” should have been her middle name.  Those whose life she touched, will always cherish her memory.   She was a member of St. Boniface Parish, Catholic Aid Association and former member of St. Wendelin’s Parish in Luxemburg.

Survivors include her daughter, Mary (Les) Sapp of Columbia, Missouri; sons, Joseph W. (LaVonne) of Red Wing, Robert (Diane) of St. Joseph, Garry (Linda ) of Isanti; 10 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and sister, Gert Walker of Blue Earth.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph (1976); sisters, Rose, Mabel, Lil, Lorraine and Frances; brothers, Ben, Emil, Ed, George, Albert, Nick and Jack.

Memorials are preferred. 

Jacob Henry Massmann
Monticello, MN
Infant

Jacob Henry Massmann was born on 15 January 2011 and went to God and his angels on that same day.  “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you”- Jeremiah 1:5. 

Jacob is lovingly survived by his parents, Ronald & Kathleen Massmann, and his brother Patrick Joseph.  He is also survived by his grandparents, Mr.& Mrs. Edmund Massmann, Mr. & Mrs. Ronald Penkala, as well as his great-grandparents, Mrs. Jennie Penkala, Mrs. Sharon Passalaqua and Mr. Joseph Passalaqua.

In addition, Jacob has several loving aunts and uncles, including Henry & Kathryn Massmann, Mark and Mary Massmann, Scott & Julie Reberg, and Joseph & Candice Penkala.  He is also survived by eight cousins, Amber, Katlyn, Edmund, Tiffany, Lawrence, Joseph, Alexandra, and Samuel.
Viewing will be on Wednesday, 19, January 2011, at the Peterson Funeral Home, in Buffalo, MN.  The viewing will be from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:00 p.m.

A Mass to celebrate Jacob’s life will be on Thursday, 20 January, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Henry’s Church, in Monticello.  There will be a viewing prior to mass, from 9:30-10:30 a.m. At the request of the family, Jacob’s internment will be private. The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo is serving the family.   Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com

Bernadette “Bernie” Garding, age 60
Waite Park
March 16, 1950 – January 17, 2011

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 21, 2011 at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Cold Spring, MN for Bernadette “Bernie” Garding, age 60, who died Monday at her home from natural causes. Burial will be in the St. Boniface Parish Cemetery in Cold Spring.

Relatives and friends may call after 4:00 p.m. Thursday at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring.  Parish Prayers will be at 7:00 p.m. Thursday evening at the funeral home.

Bernie was born in Paynesville, MN to Wendelin and Dorothy (Doubek) Schmitz.  She married Ronald Garding on October 8, 1971 in St. Boniface Church, Cold Spring.  Bernie worked at the Assumption Nursing Home for over 15 years and she enjoyed playing cards, babysitting, watching her grandchildren and sewing.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish and a former member of the St. Joseph Jaycees.

Survivors include her loving husband, Ronald; children, Pamela (Leo) Thompson of St. Cloud, Barbara (Joey) Salner of Waite Park, Candy (Mark) Weis of Royalton, Patricia (Kenneth) Branchaud of St. Cloud; mother, Dorothy Bellmont of Cold Spring; sister, Mary (Ed) Wienmann of Watkins and brother, Wendelin “Wendy” Schmitz of Eden Valley; grandchildren, Ariel Weis, Zachary Weis, Maraya Branchaud, Tharen Salner, Shayla Branchaud; brother-in-law, Paul Hansen; many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Wendelin Schmitz (1965); step-father, Lawrence Bellmont (1993); sister, Alice Hansen (2001); one grandchild; grandparents, Frank and Walburga Schmitz and Lenonard and Cecelia Doubek.

Robert “Bob” Hoeschen, age 67
Cold Spring
May 30, 1943 – January 3, 2011

Robert “Bob” Hoeschen, age 67 of Cold Spring passed away Monday, January 3rd at his home surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with cancer.  Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Cold Spring, at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 7, 2011.  Family and friends are welcome at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond (151 Oakwood Ave. S.E.) after 4 pm on Thursday.  Parish Prayers will be at 7:30 p.m. followed by a rosary with the Catholic Aid Association and Cold Spring American Legion Thursday evening at the funeral home in Richmond.  Visitation will continue Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. in the Narthex of St. Boniface Church.

Bob was born in Freeport to Norbert and Verna (Kerfeld) Hoeschen.  He married Christine (Chris) Jonas on September 16, 1967 at St. Martin Catholic Church.  He served in the United States Army from June 1962-1965 as a marksman/mechanic stationed in Germany.  Bob worked at Smurfit-Stone Container Co as a press operator retiring in May of 2008 after 42 years of dedicated service.  Bob enjoyed pitching horseshoe, bowling, fishing, golf, playing cards and spending time with family, (especially his grandchildren) and friends.  Bob was a member of the Steelworker Union Local 1976, Cold Spring American Legion Post 0455, Catholic Aid Association and St. Boniface Parish.

Survivors include his loving wife, Chris; daughter, Gail (Dennis) Rose of Sioux City, IA and son, Jason (Tracy) Hoeschen of Albany, MN as well as 4 grandchildren, Samantha, Paige, Nolan, and Quinn; siblings, Jim (Evie) Hoeschen of Buffalo, MN, Mary Ellen (Melvin) Herbes of St. Cloud, MN, Linus (Rita) Hoeschen of Little Falls, MN and Ben (Judy) Hoeschen of St. Cloud, MN; many other relatives and friends. 

He was preceded in death by his parents. 

Delores “Dorry” Fischer, age 86
Cold Spring
February 8, 1924 – January 3, 2011

A memorial service will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, January 7, 2011 at the Wenner Funeral Home in Cold Spring, MN for Delores “Dorry” Fischer, age 86, who died Monday at the St. Cloud Hospital. Burial will be at a later date at the Minnesota States Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls.

There will be a gathering of relatives and friends from 2 – 3 pm at the Wenner Funeral Home prior to the memorial service. 

Dorry was born in St. Paul, MN to August and Grace (Stonehart) Duren.  She married Ed Fischer on May 2, 1945 in St. Luke Catholic Church, St. Paul.  Dorry worked at Fandels Department Store for 10 years.  She loved her family, especially her grandchildren and enjoyed quilting, making gingerbread and doll houses, crafts, traveling and she was a very gracious hostess.  She was a member of St. Boniface Parish and the Cold Spring American Legion Auxiliary.

Survivors include her loving husband of 65 years, Ed; children, Sandy (Tom) Wenner of Nevis, Rodney (Mari) of St. Stephen and Barb (Jack) Brewer of Yorba Linda, CA; 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Violet Ruhland of San Diego, CA.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Delbert and Gaylord Duren. 

Charles “Chuck” Koltes, age 34
Richmond
September 30, 1976 – January 1, 2011

There will be a gathering of relatives and friends on Wednesday, January 5, 2011 for Chuck Koltes from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at the Wenner Funeral Home in Richmond.

Survivors include his mother, Donna; siblings, Donald, Ronald, Michael, Sharon, Ted, Tammy, Toby and Jon; his dogs, Dickie and Dixie; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Michael.