Post-Bulletin Memorials and Obituaries

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Patricia Kohlbeck 2024 Patricia Cecelia Kohlbeck, age 87 of Mazeppa, Minnesota passed away on May 10, 2024, at the Mala Strana Care Center in New Prague, MN. Pat was born in Thorp, WI. on July 18, 1936, to John and Helen Maslowski. She grew up in Thorp and graduated from high school there. After high school she attended Nursing School in Marshfield, WI then Mayo School of Health Sciences, and then St. Joseph School of Nursing, where she graduated in 1957. Pat worked for Associated Anesthesiologist PA, Northland Nurse Anesthesia, Olmsted Community Hospital, and finally at St. John's in Maplewood (Health East hospital but CRNA group) until her retirement. She enjoyed her work and loved the people she worked with....

New London, New Hampshire Dr. Michael Raymond Keating 1951 — 2024 Dr. Michael Raymond Keating died peacefully on May 3, 2024, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. He died with autonomy, readiness, and dignity, in the presence and love of his devoted family. Born on April 26, 1951, in Rochester, Minnesota, Michael was the youngest child of Dr. Francis Raymond Keating and Marion Bright Keating. From an early age, Michael exhibited a profound connection to the natural world, a passion nurtured by his family's love for birdwatching, travel, and adventure. Summers spent at Camp Warren in Northern Minnesota, along with frequent family trips to Florida's Gulf Coast, Winslow Lake in Michigan, and the slopes of Colorado, shaped him into a skilled...

Henry A. Homburger 1946 — 2024 Henry A. Homburger, M.D. was born in Detroit, MI, on July 20, 1946, to Abner and Ingrid (n?e Anderson) Homburger. He died peacefully on April 23, 2024, in Empire, MI. Henry graduated with distinction from medical school at University of Michigan, Ann Arbor in 1972, and began his postgraduate studies at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Rochester, MN. He joined the staff as a consultant in Mayo's Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology in 1976 and retired in 2008 as Chair, Division of Immunopathology. He became a professor of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science in 1987 and was honored as Teacher of the Year within Mayo's Department of...

Decorah Darryl Brunsvold 1940 — 2024

Cindy "Cy" Yess 1949 — 2024 CYNTHIA "CY" SUE YESS, died on the morning of Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Lakeshore Inn in Waseca. Left to honor Cy's Legacy are her family, Her brother Curt (Deb) Yess of Waseca. Brother-in-Law Randy (Sharon) Sjogren of Apple Valley. Lifelong friend Pauline Fligge of Rochester and Pauline's children Chris (Scott Welch) Clanin and Bob (Carol) Fligge and grandchildren Sydney, Colton, Eli and Ethan. Devoted friend LuAnn Rueb. Nephews, Shane (Kyla) Sjogren, Aaron (Terri) Sjogren, Josh (Melissa) Sjogren, Matt Wantoch, and Nick (Ashley) Wantoch. Nieces Emily (Ben) Johnson, Jill (Jon) Stagman, Jocie (Zac) Karbo, Jenni (Colby) Schmidt. Uncle Emmerson (Val) Yess, Aunt ThelmaYess and many...

Harmony Carrol Danielson 1940 — 2024

Janesville Verne William Shea 1942 — 2024 Verne William Shea, 81 passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Verne was born on February 25, 1942 in Rochester, MN to the late Harold D and Ida E. (Herman) Shea. He grew up in Viola, MN on the Shea Dairy Farm and attended Viola Country Schoolhouse prior to Dover Eyota High School. In 8th grade, Verne met the love of his life, Yvonne I. Riser. They happily married on October 20, 1962 in Eyota, MN. and spent a glorious 61 years together in wedded bliss. Together they had three lovely daughters. Once Verne graduated from Winona State, he taught 5th grade for six years in Minneapolis. Then they moved on to Willmar, MN where Verne was an elementary principal for ten...

Lila Evenson 2024 Lila Alta Evenson (nee Thompson), born on July 18, 1925, in Lansboro, Minnesota, peacefully departed this world on January 16, 2024, at the age of 98, after a brief illness. In 1952, Lila married Darroll 'Swede' Evenson in Lansboro, MN and shortly thereafter relocated to Elkhorn, Wisconsin where they created a home filled with warmth and laughter. A people person, Lila enjoyed the social fabric of friends and family in her neighborhood and throughout Elkhorn. A longtime member of St. John's Lutheran Church, Lila delighted in being one of the 'church ladies' in her congregation for many years. She and Swede were one of the original members of Willow Run Resort Park outside Elkhorn, a...

Correne R. Clauson 1932 — 2024 Correne Clauson, age 91, passed away at Wildwood Grove Assisted Living and Memory Care in Le Roy, MN surrounded by family members on Sunday morning, January 7, 2024. She was the oldest daughter of Lawerence and Helen (Richardt) Gronvold. Born at St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, MN on July 26, 1932. Correne grew up in Rochester, graduated from Rochester Central High School in 1950. On August 7, 1954 she married J. Norman Clauson of Cannon Falls. They raised four children together on their dairy farm. Correne was an active member of Spring Garden Lutheran Church, a 4-H Club Leader and President of the Goodhue County Extension Council. In 1981, Norman and Correne divorced. Correne moved...

James "Jinx" Blagsvedt 1951 — 2023 James "Jinx" O. Blagsvedt, 72, of Mabel passed away Wednesday, November 22nd at his home from pancreatic cancer. Jim graduated from the Mabel-Canton High School in 1969 and worked for over 35 years in the masonry business for Grande Construction in Rochester, Minnesota. He enjoyed farming, family, grandchildren, football, and animals. Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life from 2 - 6 pm on Saturday, December 9th at his home. The Mengis Funeral Home in Mabel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Saint Paul, Minnesota Robert Fredrickson 1970 — 2023 Bob combatted leukemia for 7-months, like one tough guy. He laid his weary head down to rest at home, EXACTLY where he wanted to be on Mon. Nov. 6th. The heavens made a mistake. The ether took the wrong guy. Bob was a nice guy and did everything right. Cancer should not effect nice guys. Is there an unjust death hotline to call? Is there a god on speed dial to complain to? Bob deserved better and we deserve our Bob back. Born and raised in Rochester, MN by Steve and Nancy (n?e Hagerty) Fredrickson, along with older sister, Anne. He was the favorite child. Attended Lourdes High School. Graduated college from the University of Minnesota - Minneapolis. A long time resident of St. Paul,...

Waunakee Mardell Zuercher 1930 — 2023

Elizabeth Flavin 2023 Elizabeth Mary (Scherrer) Flavin, 78, formerly of Dubuque, IA, passed away at Charter House - Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, surrounded by family and friends. A funeral mass will be held Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 10:30am at St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Dubuque. A private burial will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery following the mass. Elizabeth (Liz) was born December 31, 1944, in Dubuque to Russell A. and Helen M. Scherrer. Liz was a proud 1963 graduate of Dubuque Senior High School. Following jobs with both John Deere and A.Y. McDonald, Liz became active in Republican politics and was elected to the Dubuque School Board. In 1976, Liz moved to the Minneapolis-St. Paul area...

Maryville, Tennessee Irene Kivett Hunt 1928 — 2023 Irene Kivett Hunt passed away peacefully on September 11, 2023, at the age of 95, in Maryville, TN. Born in High Point, NC and valedictorian of her Lexington NC High School Class, Irene followed her husband, Jim, to Rochester, MN where they raised their three children. A member of three Needlework Guilds, Irene co-owned a thread and yarn shop, taught stitching and was an active volunteer in Minnesota and later in Memphis, where Jim's career took them. She loved people above all else. She was preceded in death by her husband Jim, all their brothers and a sister, and an infant great grandchild. She is survived by three children, two daughters-in-law, seven grandchildren, eleven great...

Decorah, Iowa Joanne Halverson 1943 — 2023

Preston Delores "Jiggs" Connolly 1920 — 2023

Larry Voth 1948 — 2023 Larry William Voth, age 74 of Red Wing, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Larry was born on November 21, 1948 in Red Wing, the son of Erwin and Verneil (Buck) Voth. He graduated from Goodhue High School in 1966 and went on to receive his Bachelor's degree in accounting in 1975. He served with the US Air Force until his honorable discharge in 1974. Larry married Deanna Lodermeier on September 7, 1974 in Goodhue, and they had two daughters, Lindsey and Kelsey. They were blessed with four grandchildren who called Larry "Papa", and he loved following their activities and spending time with them. Larry loved the outdoors, and you'd often find him fishing or walking in the...

Rochester Leon F. Clarin 1952 — 2023 Memorial Services will be at 4:00 PM on Sunday, July 23, 2023, at New Life Church in Princeton for Leon Clarin, 71, of Rochester, who died Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester. Rev. Dick Hoey will officiate and burial will be in the Baldwin Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be one hour prior to services Sunday at the church in Princeton with food for everyone following memorial services. Leon Floyd Clarin, known as Pete to friends and family, was born May 2, 1952, in Fergus Falls to Leon and Lorraine (Moen) Clarin. Pete started off as truck driver and soon after moved into the field of drafting and manufacturing. In Fort Atkinson, WI, he moved into the...

Beth Ann Windhorst (Zander) 1963 — 2023 Feb. 2, 1963 - July 2, 2023 (60) Beth Ann Windhorst passed away unexpectedly on July 2, 2023 at St. Mary's in Rochester MN after suffering from an aneurysm. Always thinking of others, Beth's wishes to be an organ donor were honored by her family, and on July 5 she generously gave three individuals the gift of life. She was surrounded by her loving family those final days. Born in Worcester, MA, daughter of the late Judith Reichel and Richard Zander. Beth earned a Masters Degree in Education for Deaf and Hard of Hearing and moved to Zumbrota, MN to teach. Beth met and married Mark Windhorst in 1988. Together they have two daughters, Lauren and Carleigh. After retiring from 30 years of...

Amy Jo Kintop 1970 — 2023 Amy Jo Kintop, age 52 of Red Wing, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 9, 2023. Amy was born in Rochester, MN, to Paul and Donna (Clark) Kintop on August 7, 1970. Throughout her childhood, she enjoyed country living with close neighborhood friends for playmates. Amy graduated from Byron High School and continued on through Rochester Community and Technical College, graduating with an accounting degree from St. Cloud State University. After college, Amy worked a number of years doing accounting for several property management companies. When illness struck, her life pattern changed and adjustments were made. She enjoyed years of working for Kwik Trip and appreciated her coworker...

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