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Lillian G. Matter
Services for Lillian G. Matter (Horsch), 89, of Delano were Friday, April 25, 2003, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Delano.
Fr. Michael Miller officiated and interment was in Calvary Cemetery in Delano.
Pallbearers were David Matter, Mark Matter, Mike Padden, Mike Matter, Tony Padden, Tim Matter and Patrick Yantes.
Mrs. Matter died Tuesday, April 22, 2003, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. She was born Jan. 19, 1914, to Andrew and Margaret (Bauman) Horsch in Franklin Township.
She was preceded in death by husband, Loren P. Matter. She is survived by sons, Tony (Bernie) Matter and Jim (Sharon) Matter; daughters, Pat (Dan) Padden, Phyllis Yantes and Laurie (Dan) Bergeron; 13 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; sister, Adeline Stein and sister-in-law, Elaine Probst.
Joseph Miller
Services for Joseph A. Miller, 80, of Rogers were Thursday April 24, 2003 at 10 a.m. at the Catholic Church of the Sacred Heart, Robbinsdale.
Interment followed at Gethsemane Cemetery, New Hope.
Mr. Miller died at home April 20 following a brief illness.
He was born Jan. 8, 1923, in Minneapolis to parents Walter D. Miller and Hazel Tierney Miller. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army during World War II. He married Rita Lindenfelser and they raised five children in Robbinsdale. He was a systems analyst for the Soo Line Railroad for 42 years. He was a long-time member of Sacred Heart Church and the Crystal Knights of Columbus Council 3656.
Survivors include his wife, Rita; children, Kathleen (David) Poate, Dennis (Connie) Miller, Dave (Nancy) Miller, Sandy (Marlo) Johnson and Scott (Angie) Miller; grandchildren, Elizabeth, Jennifer, Christi, Sarah, Michael, Brian, Laura, Mitchel, T.J. and Amanda; brothers, Jim and Bill Miller; and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by grandson, Shane Johnson; brother, John Miller; and sister, Marge Moster.
Leonard Pokorny
Leonard Pokorny, 92, Champlin, died Wednesday, April 30, 2003, at his residence in Champlin overlooking the Mississippi River. Mr. Pokorny was born November 9, 1910 to Joseph and Mary (Soltis) Pokorny in Silver Lake, Minnesota. He never married.
Mr. Pokorny worked as an assistant to the Vice President for Chrysler Corporation in Detroit. When he retired he moved to Champlin. During his retirement years, he loved gardening, planting flowers, arts, crafts, gourmet cooking and hosting neighbors for coffee.
Mr. Pokorny requested that no memorial service be held in his honor. His interment was held with a private ceremony at the South Elmdale Congregational Church Cemetery, Holdingford, Minnesota.
Mr. Pokorny is survived by his brother, Ernie and wife, Ann, sister-in-law, Marie Pokorny, three nieces, Patty McKenzie and husband Mike, Phyllis Pauly, Elaine Pokorny, many loving relatives, close neighbors and friends. He is preceded in death by two brothers.
Gerond Quiel
A memorial service for Gerond "Jerry" Quiel, 71, of Maple Grove was Saturday, May 3, 2003, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in downtown Minneapolis.
Interment was at Fairview Cemetery in Stillwater.
Mr. Quiel died Friday, April 25, 2003, at Wellstead of Rogers.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Quiel then was an elementary principal in Rochester before going into sales for Mutli-Clean Products and Starkey Hearing Aides. He retired in 1998.
Mr. Quiel was involved in many civic and professional organizations and active at Westminster Presbyterian Church.
He is survived by his wife, Marlyne; daughters, Wendie McAllaster of Kailua, Hawaii, Tammie (Patrick) Gillespie of Huntington Beach, Calif.; son, James (Sandy) Quiel of Saginaw, Mich.; grandchildren, Christopher and Sara McAllaster, Allison and Thomas Gillespie, and Kelly Quiel; mother-in-law, Alice Kniebel of Stillwater; two sisters-in-law; four nieces and nephews.
Mr. Quiel is preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Debbie.
Memorials are preferred to Wellstead of Rogers, Westminster Presbyterian Church or the Alzheimer's Association.
Lillie Schalo
Services for Lillie Schalo, 97, formerly of Corcoran were at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 24, 2003, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hanover.
Rev. Paul R. Settergren officiated and interment followed at the Hanover Village Cemetery.
Casket bearers were Ricky Leffler, Scott Peterson, Joe Klersy, Erick Schalo, Tony Faue and Timmy Forsell.
Mrs. Schalo died Easter Sunday, April 20. She was born in rural Corcoran Township, Hennepin County, Oct. 5, 1905, to Louis and Lydia (Modrow) Reinking. On Nov. 12, 1905, she was baptized into God's family by Rev. Fackler at St. John's Lutheran Church in Maple Grove.
In 1911, she began first grade at Dist. 66 in rural Corcoran. In 1915 she entered fifth grade at St. John's parochial school in Maple Grove, where only German, no English, was taught and spoken. She was confirmed at St. John's April 2, 1918, by Rev. Fackler. In September 1918 she re-entered Dist. 66 to finish eighth grade and graduated in May 1919. Students who graduated were taken to the amusement park in Excelsior, where they received their diplomas.
On April 2, 1924, she was united in marriage to William Schalo by Rev. E.G. Natsheim in his home in north Minneapolis which they arrived at by horse and sleigh going through the snow. This union was blessed with seven children.
Mr. and Mrs. Schalo farmed and lived in the area of Rogers and Corcoran. While working as a housekeeper, homemaker and performing farm chores, she reared her children to become good Christians, honest and compassionate by setting the ideal example in her own life.
She had a love for the earth which showed through her abundant vegetable and flower gardens. Her flower gardens were her pride and joy even though a pet goat once ate many of her flowers.
Her cooking and baking skills (especially kolackies, buns and cinnamon rolls) were enjoyed by countless people over the years, both at her home and at many community gatherings. The kitchen was her domain but she also enjoyed camping, fishing and the great outdoors.
The third child of five, she enjoyed a close and loving relationship with her sisters and their husbands and with her brother and his wife.
In June 1994 she moved into North Ridge Care Center in New Hope, where she resided until her death. Along with her two sisters, Sylvia and Emma, who also resided at North Ridge, she participated in many activities including the lunch bunch and cook and chat sessions, and many afternoons could be found playing cards with them at the round table.
To Mrs. Schalo, North Ridge and Room 266 was her home and thanks to her daughter, Barb Lavine, her room was always decorated with that certain touch like no other. She was adored by the staff, and Mrs. Schalo always had "treats" to share with them as a "thank you" for all the loving attention they gave her.
In her journey through life, she touched many hearts with her goodness, positive ways, and kind words. Her heart was always there with love. Her mind was always open to listening and giving advice when warranted. If help was needed, regardless of the situation, she was always the first one there with a helping hand in her own loving way, no matter what the occasion or who needed the assistance.
Mrs. Schalo was considered "Aunt Lillie" or "Grandma" by her contemporaries and their families.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William G. Schalo Sr. in 1986; a brother; two sisters; three grandchildren, Elizabeth Schalo, Mark R. Peterson and Cynthia Schalo; two great-grandchildren; three daughters-in-law, Darlene Schalo, Carol Schalo and Charlotte Schalo; two sons-in-law, Bill Forsell and Alvin Klersy; a daughter, Betty Ann Klersy; and a son, Donald Schalo.
She will be lovingly remembered by daughters, Bernice (Norman) Faue of Minneapolis, Caroline Forsell of Outing and Barbara (Dean) of Montrose; sons, William "Bill" Schalo of Corcoran and Richard "Dick" (Carolyn) Schalo of Bloomington; 29 grandchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Sylvia Weinand of New Hope; other relatives and friends.
Roberta Ann Simpkins
A memorial service for Roberta Ann Simpkins "Bobbi," 55, of Maple Grove was Thursday, April 24, 2003, at the Washburn-McReavy DuSchane Chapel in Robbinsdale.
She died of cancer Sunday, April 20, 2003. She passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family.
She was born Sept. 20, 1947, to Robert and Marie Wilson. She grew up in Minneapolis and Golden Valley and was employed at General Mills. She married David Simpkins in January 1971 and they parted in 1993. She enjoyed antiques, gardening, and traveling.
She is survived by her sons, Eric and Michael Simpkins of Minneapolis; mother, Marie Wilson of Golden Valley; sister, Carol Steinway of Sandpoint, Idaho; brothers, Jim and John Wilson; close friends, Nancy Sundeen and Sue Holmquist.
She is preceded in death by her father, Robert Wilson.
Memorials may be made in her memory to Pathways Health Resource Center or Home Care Hospice, Methodist Hospital.
Irene Marjorie Sprengeler
Services for Irene Marjorie Sprengeler, 60, of Plato and formerly of Delano, were Thursday, April 24, 2003, at St. Pius X Church.
Fr. Eugene Lozinski officiated and interment was in the church cemetery in Glencoe.
Casket bearers were Kole Hance, Mike Shelley, Dan Kreft, Mel Sprengeler, Jr., Wanda Severson and Kristine Edwards.
Mrs. Sprengeler was born Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 26, 1942, in Delano. The daughter of James C. and Lenore (Pillatzki) Bauman, she was raised in the Delano area along with her nine siblings. She attended St. Peter's Catholic Grade School for eight years and then Delano High School through graduation in 1960. Following graduation, she was employed at Dr. Guilfoile's Office in Delano.
She was united in marriage to Arnold V. Visser June 28, 1962, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Delano. They had two daughters, Jody and Julie, prior to Mr. Visser losing his life in a traffic accident in November 1965.
She was then united in marriage to Marvin J. Sprengeler Dec. 1, 1967, and the couple made their home on his family farm near Plato. Three children were born to this union, John, Janelle and James.
Throughout her adult life, Mrs. Sprengeler volunteered for various church and school activities. She was a Eucharistic minister who brought communion to the homebound and she served on several church committees. She also worked as a reading assistant at St. Pius X School and helped in the school lunchroom. Growing up, she was active in 4-H and later she served as an adult leader and eager volunteer for various 4-H activities. She enjoyed several hobbies and interests, including baking, sewing, gardening, home decorating and refinishing furniture. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends as well as attending school events. After raising her family, she worked part time at the McLeod County Courthouse and with the preschool screening program. She was later a resident at Shakopee Friendship Manor Nursing Home.
She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Arnold A. Visser; sisters, Leona Graupmann and Teresa Bauman; and grandson, Luke Becker.
She is survived by husband, Marvin; sons and daughters, Jody (David) Becker of Glencoe, Julie Visser of Forest Lake, John (Barbara) Sprengeler of Glencoe, Janelle (Troy) Sladek of Alexandria and James (Tristin) Sprengeler of Shakopee; grandchildren, Adam Becker, Jacob Becker, Peter Becker, Zechariah Visser, Marissa Sprengeler and Ryan Sprengeler; sisters and brothers, Laura (Don) Shelley of Elk River, Marie (Arden) Kreft of Arlington, Ed Bauman of Lake City, Jan (Larry) Hance of Buffalo, Earl (Cherie) Bauman of St. Michael, Jeanne (Keith) Proctor of Boston, and Tom (Jenny) Bauman of Delano; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Marjorie Ward
A memorial service for Marjorie Ward (nee Tracy) of Maple Grove and Florence, Ariz., was Saturday, May 3, 2003, at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Maple Grove.
A private burial was at St. Brendan's Catholic Cemetery in Green Isle.
Mrs. Ward died Monday, April 14, 2003, in Arizona.
She attended St. Benedict's College and graduated with a degree in social work from Mankato State University.
Mrs. Ward spent a large portion of her life working with emotionally disturbed children at Glen Lake Sanitarium in Lino Lakes and at the Anoka State Hospital.
For seven years she was the warden of the Women's Correctional Facility in Florence, Ariz. She was the first woman to hold that position.
She is survived by her husband, Robert; brother, James Tracy (Rosemary); sister, Marion Dunphy; brother-in-law, Harlan Ward (Dolly); many nieces and nephews; favorite great-nephew, Tom Dunphy; and beloved dog, Murphy.
Mrs. Ward is preceded in death by her brother, Michael Tracy; brother-in-law, Dick Dunphy; and great-niece, Sara Dunphy.
Mable M. Anderson
Services for Mable M. Anderson, 87, of Maple Grove, formerly of south Minneapolis, will be Wednesday, April 2, 2003, at the Gearty-Delmore Chapel of Plymouth.
Interment was at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Mrs. Anderson is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law, Kenneth (Karen) and Harold (Barbara) Anderson; grandchildren, Michelle, William and Joseph Anderson, and Jessica Ngo (Tho); nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Owen; one brother and one sister.
Wilfred Bechtold
Services for Wilfred Warren Bechtold, 80, of Hanover were Saturday, March 29, 2003, at 2 p.m. at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Rev. Dennis K. Strong officiated and interment followed at Salem Lutheran Cemetery.
Cindy Steinke was the organist for the funeral service. Linda Bechtold was the soloist and she sang "Today Your Mercy Calls Us." Congregational hymns were "What a Friend We Have in Jesus," "For Me to Live Is Jesus" and "Jesus, Lead Us On."
Honorary casket bearers were Carrie Bechtold and Julie Bechtold.
Casket bearers were Neil Bechtold, Shawn Bechtold, Darrin Bechtold, Lance Bechtold, Jason Bechtold and Josh Bechtold.
Mr. Bechtold died Tuesday, March 25, at Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina.
He was born to Richard and Ellen Lange Bechtold Jan. 25, 1923.
He was baptized Feb. 25, 1923, at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenfield by Rev. W.P. Haar. He was instructed in the Lutheran Catechism and confirmed in the Christian faith April 5, 1936, at Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church by the Rev. Haar. His memory verse was Romans 10:12 "for there is no difference between Jew and Gentile the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on Him."
On May 24, 1947, Wilfred Bechtold and Elaine Betke were united in marriage at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo by the Rev. E. Berwald.
He served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was stationed in the Philippines and Guam for two years.
He worked for Minneapolis Moline and Northern Pump and farmed near Hanover since 1954. In his retirement years, he enjoyed working at the Corcoran City Park as park supervisor for more than 16 years.
He served on the Hanover Volunteer Fire Department for 30 years and on the Hanover City Council for 21 years.
Mr. Bechtold was a faithful member of Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenfield. He also served on the Church Council and the Salem Board of Education.
He was involved in various organizations for Special Needs Children and 4-H Project Leadership. He belonged to the St. Michael Legion Post 567.
He was very creative in fixing and repairing things and enjoyed making things out of wood, fishing, gardening, lawn work, dancing and old time music was his life.
Mr. Bechtold is survived by his loving wife, Elaine; sons, Roger (Linda) Bechtold of Rogers, Ronald (Millie) Bechtold of St. Michael and Clyde (Sandra) Bechtold of Hanover; eight grandchildren, Neil Bechtold, Shawn (friend Kristal) Bechtold, Darrin (Ang) Bechtold, Carrie Bechtold, Julie (friend Justin) Bechtold, Lance Bechtold, Jason (friend Jess) Bechtold, Joshua (friend Laura) Bechtold; sister, Norma Miller (friend Rudy); brother, Glenard (Joan) Bechtold; and a sister-in-law, Marcella Daleiden; nieces, nephews and many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Jodi Bechtold Feb. 11, 2001; a grandson, Kevin Bechtold Feb. 12, 1983; his parents, Richard and Ellen Bechtold; and by a brother, Eugene Bechtold.
