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Delford J. Ernst
Delford Ernst, age 90, of Milbank died
September 11th at the Milbank Area Hospital - Avera Health. Funeral services will be Monday, September 17th at 10:30 a.m. at the Parkview United Methodist Church in Milbank. Rev. Beth Conrad will officiate and burial will be in the Milbank Cemetery.
Visitation will be Sunday at Mundwiler Funeral Home from 2 – 4 p.m. Honorary bearers will be Delford’s nieces and nephews and Roger Pauli, Neil Pauli, Jerry Pauli, Bob Hulbert, and Wally Hammann. Music will be provided by Sheila Dailie, organist and Jacob Ebsen and Joanne Ebsen, vocalists.
Delford John Ernst was born July 26, 1917, in Milbank, SD. He was the son of John and Frieda (Nuenburg) Ernst. He attended school in Twin Brooks, SD and Grant Center Township, Grant County, SD. He was united in marriage on June 4, 1940, with Helen Conraads.
Delford was a life long resident of Milbank. He farmed for many years and in 1966, began working for Community Oil Company. He worked there for 19 years then continued farming. He was a member of Central United Methodist Church and later transferred his membership to Parkview United Methodist Church.
Delford Ernst is survived by his wife, Helen of Milbank; one brother, Bud Ernst of Twin Brooks, SD; one sister Jassmine Theile of Plymouth, MN; sisters-in-law: Shirley Conraads of Milbank and Fanny Russell of Milbank; and a brother-in-law: Melvin and wife Elaine Ebsen of Revillo. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son Duane, and one sister, Phyliss and one brother, Jasswell.
Bernie Meyer
Bernard "Bernie" Meyer, age 64, of Moorhead, MN died September 11th at the Pelican Lake Health Care Center in Ashby, MN. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday, September 15th at 10:00 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Milbank. Father Ken Lulf will officiate and burial will be in the St. Charles Cemetery in Big Stone City.
Visitation will be Friday at the church beginning at 5 p.m. followed by a scripture and rosary service at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue at the church Saturday morning, one hour prior to the Mass.
Honorary bearers will be all his friends who shared his life. Casket bearers will be: Clifford Wiese, Ed Duncan, James Cochran, Tim Schwartz, Vincent Meyer, and David Meyer. Military honors will be presented. Music will be provided by Nancy Johnson, organist, Loran Radermacher, vocalist and Bobbi Jo Meyer, vocalist.
Bernard Donald Meyer was born April 8, 1943, at Milbank, SD.He was the son of Donald and Margaret E. (Feyereisen) Meyer. He attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Rosen, MN and graduated from Morris (MN) High School in 1961.He served in the United States Army National Guard for 13 months before owning and operating Concrete Construction Company in Milbank, SD. He enjoyed operating his business for a number of years. After the sale of his business, he continued his construction career and worked as a project superintendent for various firms in the three state area. He enjoyed working until ill health forced his early retirement. Bernie will be remembered for his free spirit and for enjoying life to its fullest. He always took time to smell the flowers along the way and enjoyed his travels with Pam.
Bernie Meyer is survived by the love of his life and best friend, Pam Sherman of Moorhead, MN; one son Jeffrey Meyer of Minneapolis, MN; two daughters: Monica and husband Rob Schaeffer of Rogers, MN and Holly and husband Eric Finstad of Rogers, MN; his step children: Jeffrey Moe, Troy and wife Darlene Moe and David and wife Catherine Moe;13 grandchildren, one great granddaughter; his “special grandchildren,” six brothers and sisters: Robert and wife Jeanne Meyer of New Hope, MN; Catherine and husband James Cochran of Manchester, NJ; Theresa and husband Clifford Wiese of Hillman, MN; David and wife Jackie Meyer of Big Stone City, SD; Vincent and wife Pat Meyer of Milbank, SD and Darlene and husband Ed Duncan of Milbank, SD; a very dear and special friend, Tim Schwartz of Moorhead, MN and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Harold E. Holtquist
Harold E. Holtquist, age 88 of Milbank died September 9th at the Ortonville Hospital. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 15th at 2:00 p.m. at the American Lutheran Church in Milbank. Rev. Craig Werling will officiate and burial with military honors will be in the Milbank Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by the American Legion, Birch-Miller Post #9 and the VFW Grant County Post #3486.
Visitation will be Friday at Mundwiler Funeral Home from 5 - 8 p.m., and continue at the church Saturday morning, one hour prior to the services. The organist will be Carol Ydstie.
Casket bearers will be: Scott Vikre, Dan Holtquist, Jim Darr, Stacy Darr, Jillian Holtquist, and Jesse Holtquist. Honorary bearers will be: Steven Holtquist, James Holtquist, Greg Holtquist, Mike Holtquist. Thomas Holtquist, Eric Holtquist, Jason Schultz, Buddy Hinders, Tim Holtquist, Adam Holtquist, Chad Holtquist, Alaina Holtquist, and Angela Holtquist.
Harold E. Holtquist was born April 5, 1919, in Big Stone Township, Grant County, SD. He was the son of Alder E. and Ethel W. (Miller) Holtquist. Following his high school education Harold served in the United States Navy. He enlisted on February 16, 1938, and was honorably discharged on December 12, 1947. He was promoted to Chief Gunner's Mate in 1943. He served aboard the USS Dent from February 14, 1939, until November 19, 1941. He served aboard the USS Foote from December 21, 1944, until June 1, 1945, and participated in action against the enemy in the SuLu Sea as enemy planes attacked this vessel. He participated in the initial invasion of Lingayen Gulf, Luson, Philippine Islands. He was aboard the USS Thomas Jefferson from September 5, 1946 until September 6, 1947. For his honest and faithful service he was awarded the American Defense Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Medal, the American Area Medal, the Philippine Liberation (two stars), the Good Conduct Medal and the WWII Victory Medal.
Harold was united in marriage in San Francisco, CA to Lalah M. Walters. They returned to the Milbank area and began a career in farming. Harold was a member of the American Lutheran Church in Milbank. He was a member of the American Legion, Birch-Miller Post #9 and the VFW Grant County Post #3486. He served on the Big Stone Township Board as towship clerk. He was an avid trap shooter, hunter, and enjoyed ink crossword puzzles four days before his death.
Harold is survived by his wife, Lalah, of Milbank, SD; six children and 12 grandchildren: Paula Darr of Cecil, AK and her children: Stacy and Jimmy Darr; Steven Holtquist of Tulsa, OK and his children: Chad Holtquist of Washington state, and Jessie Holtquist of Odessa, MN; Patricia Holtquist of Milbank, SD and her son Scott Vikre of Luxembourg; Rodger and wife Laura Holtquist of Tulsa, OK and their children: Jillian and Alaina Holtquist; James Holtquist of Oslo, Norway and his children: Thomas and Eric Holtquist; Wayne and wife Sharon Holtquist of Cottage Grove, MN and their children: Mark, Danny and Angela Holtquist; four great grandchildren: Chad Holtquist, Jr. of Washington state, Jason Vikre of Tulsa, OK, Lee and Betty Morettoni of Luxembourg; and one sister-in-law: Alice Holtquist of Big Stone City, SD. He was preceded in death by his parents, one grandson: Brian Holtquist; one son-in-law, Eddie Darr; three brothers: Allan (killed in action during WWII), Kenneth and Donald.
The family would like to express their sincere thanks to Jason Schultz, Fred and Molly Sweeter, and Dick Berens for the loving time and care given to Harold. Special thanks is given to the nurses and staff of the Milbank Area Hospital - Avera Health and the Ortonville Hospital. Sincere thanks and appreciation is given to the Ortonville Dialysis Unit for their loving care and kind services, especially to Deanna Stickland.
Brooke Nicole Elbert
Brooke Nicole Elbert, infant daughter of Jason and Hope Elbert of Big Stone City, SD was born and died on August 30th at the Milbank Area Hospital - Avera Health. Funeral services will be Saturday, September 1st at 10:00 a.m. at Tabor United Methodist Church in Big Stone City. Rev. Beth Conrad will officiate and burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery.
Brooke Nicole is survived by her parents, Jason and Hope Elbert of Big Stone City; two brothers: Tyler and Trevor; paternal grandparents: Janet and Eddie Elbert of Big Stone City; maternal grandparents: Florence and Roger Raddatz of Big Stone City and Harold Bohn of Twin Brooks; maternal great grandfather: Harry Gibson of Browns Valley, MN and paternal great grandparents: Edward and Judy Elbert of Willmar, MN, and several aunts, uncles: James Elbert of Watertown, SD; Kellie Wohlleber, of Milbank, SD; Annette Wiseman of Milbank, SD; Scott Hendricks of Estelline, SD and Crystal Bohn of Billings, MT.
Harlan J. "JR" Parker
"This was our Dad's personality and we'd like to honor him with this...." Penny Parker Tower Notice!!
I, Harlan J. “JR” Parker, have taken a permanent vacation! I left on August 25, 2007 from Ortonville, MN, after having lived 86 years, 6 months and 3 days!
I was born on Feb. 22, 1921 to Harlan and Pauline (Piersol) Parker in Delhi, MN, in my Grandmother’s bed. I moved to Ortonville at the age of two when my father bought the Pioneer Meat Market. I attended Ortonville High School and luckily graduated in 1939. I was enrolled at Iowa State College in Ames, Iowa until the attack on Pearl Harbor. At that time, I dropped out and enlisted in the U.S. Army as a member of the 144th Infantry Regiment. On Nov. 18, 1942 I married LaVerne (Babe) Gunderson of Montevideo, MN. She remained my “war bride” throughout my entire life! I was shipped to Europe in March, 1944 as a Corporal and machine gun squad leader. There I was assigned as a replacement to the 83rd Infantry Division. I served in Normandy until I was seriously wounded in July of 1944. After spending time in a variety of hospitals, I returned to Ortonville during the autumn of 1947.
Since working in Dad’s meat market was now out of the picture, I enrolled in and completed my degree in watchmaking and repair in Elgin, IL and worked for a short time in Ortonville before settling in Aberdeen, SD, where I worked at Kirkpatrick’s Jewelry. I started my own watch repair business and moved back to Big Stone City in 1971, retiring in 1983.Many, many hours were spent leaned over that work bench!!
I was baptized and confirmed in the First Congregational Church in Ortonville and was a member there for many years, serving on the church board. In my latter years I became a member of Tabor United Methodist Church in Big Stone City. I was also a member of the VFW and the American Legion and had served on the Big Stone Bank Board of Directors.
The love of my life was my precious wife, Babe. We raised two wonderful daughters and felt blessed by our four granddaughters, of whom we are extremely proud! I was an ardent reader, staying up most nights until 1 or 2 in the morning, unable to put a book down! I also wrote an autobiography of the first 27 years of my life. I had a passion for and extensive knowledge of American History, specifically of all the wars our country has been involved in. In my earlier years I loved to hunt and fish, often going out before school or work to get my limit. I also enjoyed sing-a-longs, led by Babe, big band music, and Babe and I were avid dancers, dancing at the VFW nearly every Saturday night! We had many wonderful friends and loved to have people over to our home for some munchie mix, a meal, or evening desert! Babe and I cherished our travels and spent 14 memory making winters in the Gulf Shore, AL area. In 2001, we were surprised and honored by being named Grand Marshals of the InkaPa Days in Big Stone City.
During the last few years that I lived in Big Stone City, I treasured sitting in my lakeside porch viewing the ever changing lake and the wildlife that inhabited it. In September of 2005, Babe and I moved to Fairway View Assisted Living Apartments where we enjoyed old and new friends and were deeply appreciative of the excellent help we received. In February of 2006, I became a resident of Northridge Nursing Home - my final year and a half included forming a whole new “family” of the most wonderful Northridge employees - every day I woke up surrounded by love! I was lucky enough to have Babe join me there is September of 2006.
Surviving me is my most cherished wife of 64 years, Babe; my wonderful daughters - Pamela Schneck and her husband Richard of Clinton, MN, Penelope Tower and her husband Scott of North Mankato, MN; my four precious granddaughters - Sarah Tower (Peaches), Karissa Schneck Dennis (Polly) and her husband Ryan, Bethany Schneck Stolle (Pumpkin) and her husband, Brent, AnneTower (Princess);my most special great-granddaughter Aleya Dennis, and special “adopted” granddaughter, Ann Dauffenbach. Also outliving me is my baby brother, Vincent (Binny), and his wife Donna, brother-in-law James Whiteside, brother-in-law Donald Pflueger, loving nieces and nephews and many loving and special friends. Those going before me were my sisters Phyllis and Virginia and sister-in-laws Adelaide Peterson and Jean Peterson and brother-in-law Vic Peterson.
I know that my life was richly blessed and I also know that I had many shortcomings (forgive me for those)! I hope that you will always remember me for my indomitable spirit, quick wit and sense of humor, my story telling and mischievous eyes, my hugs and generous heart, and my pockets full of Nips candy! And always remember - to love and be loved are the greatest things on Earth!!
If you are interested, my funeral services will be held at Tabor United Methodist Church in Big Stone City on September 4 at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Beth Conrad officiating. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. on September 3 and one hour prior to the service at the Church. Burial will be at Mound Cemetery in Ortonville. In lieu of flowers, I would prefer memorials be given to the Central Park Restoration which is working to clean up and renew the park down the ravine from the old Parker house in Ortonville. The original Parker kids and all of our own children spent so many fun hours there!!
I would mostly want you to come if you can share a story, a laugh, and a hug - and eat a Nip or two! Oh, and please wear your dancing clothes – this is a celebration! We’ll meet again, sometime…
Timothy R. Honaker, Sr.
Timothy R. Honaker, Sr. age 55 of Milbank died Aug. 24th at his residence. Funeral services will be Wed. Aug. 29th at 11:00 a.m. at Parkview United Methodist Church in Milbank. Rev. Beth Conrad will officiate and burial will be in the LaBolt Cemetery.
Visitation will be Tues. from 4 to 8:00 P.M. at Mundwiler Funeral Home and continue at the church one hour prior to the services on Wednesday.
Honorary bearers will be all his family and friends. Casket bearers will be: Gary Reil, John Weyh, Wayne Loeschke, Jon Benson, Dan Kalber, Sr., and Eric Hooser. The vocalist and guitarist will be Tim Mundwiler.
Timothy Ray Honaker was born January 20, 1952, at Ironton, OH. He was the son of Donald and Betty (Nicols) Honaker. He graduated from Dawson-Bryant High School in Coal Grove, Ohio in 1970. He attended the Consolidated Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Washington, D.C. in 1973. In 1974, he attended Prince Georges County Community College in Landover, MD, taking courses in law enforcement and police administration and in 1977, attended Charles County Community College in LaPlata, MD, taking courses in Emergency Medical Care.
Tim was recruited by the FBI in 1970, following his high school education. He served three years as a fingerprint technician, before spending two and a half years with the Executive Uniform Branch at the White House during the Nixon Administration. He transferred to the Foreign Missions section of the Secret Service, then joined the Charles County Police Department in Maryland, as Deputy Sheriff and stayed for nine years.
Tim was united in marriage on May 13, 1983, with Lisa Ann Witherspoon. In April of 1988, they moved to South Dakota. Tim was an officer for the Milbank Police Department and the Fire Chief for the LaBolt Fire Department. He most recently was working at Saputo Cheese, Big Stone City, SD. Tim was an active co-ed softball coach and an assistant boy scout master. He enjoyed playing with his grandchildren and spending time with his family. He enjoyed playing cards, camping, cooking and making model cars. He was a HUGE Redskin fan!
Tim is survived by one daughter, Katherine and husband Greg Hooser of Ortonville, MN and one son, Timothy Honaker, Jr. of Milbank. Two grandsons: Ashton and Dalton Hooser; one brother: Toney and wife Lori Honaker of Algonquin, IL; and special family - Deanna Reil, Tracy (Reil) and husband Wayne Loeschke, Misty (Reil) and husband John Weyh; Gary and wife Michelle Reil, Alicia, Austin, Alex Loeschke and Madison, Kaylee, Samantha, and Cody Reil, all of Milbank, SD. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Lisa, and one sister, Kerry "Cis" Honaker.
Donald Dubbel
Donald Dubbel, age 82, of Milbank died August 13th at Milbank Area Hospital - Avera Health. Graveside services will be Thursday, September 6th at 2:00 p.m. in the Milbank City Cemetery. Rev. Colleen Natalie-Lees will officiate. Military honors will be presented by the American Legion, Birch-Miller Post #9 and the VFW, Grant County Post #3486.
Donald Edward Dubbel was born September 26, 1924, in Illinois. He was the son of Joseph E. and Ella A. (Chapman) Dubbel. He served in the United States Army, enlisting on February 15, 1943. He served with the United States Army Engineers during World War ll in the South Pacific. He was honorably discharged on January 26, 1946. Don returned to South Dakota and was a truck driver for many years.
Don is survived by his son Larry of South Waymouth, MA and one brother Bill Dubbel of Hugo, MN. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Charlotte.
Kathleen (Kathy) McCallum
Kathleen (Kathy) Mary McCallum, age 63 of Redwood Falls passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, January 31 at her home.
Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 6, 2009 at the Redwood Valley Funeral Home.
Visitation will be one hour prior to services. Arrangements are with the Redwood Valley Funeral Home.
Kathy (Webb) McCallum was born March 23, 1945 in Buffalo, NY to Thomas and Eleanor (Mulcahy) Webb. She was baptized and confirmed in the Catholic faith. On October 17, 1970, Kathy was united in marriage to Don McCallum. Kathleen enjoyed traveling, spending time with her friends and family, playing Bingo, cooking and learning new recipes. She was a beloved wife, mother, and friend to many. She had the biggest heart and the most selfless kind spirit. She will be truly missed.
She is survived by her husband Don McCallum of 38 years; her daughter Heather; her brother Steven Webb and his family of Hamburg, NY; her dear cats Smokey, Sasha, and Buffy; and many nieces; nephews; and dear friends. She is preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Eleanor (Mulcahy) Webb and her brother “Butch” Webb.
Erwin L. Meierding
Visitation will be held from 9:30 am until the time of the service at the United Methodist Church in Morgan on Saturday, May 3rd.
Memorial Service wil be held on Saturday, May 3rd at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in Morgan.
Erwin L. Meierding age 80 of Morgan passed away Monday, April 28, 2008 at the Oak Hills Living Center in New Ulm, MN. Memorial services will be held on Saturday at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church in Morgan. Visitation will be held from 9:30 am until the time of the service at the church on Saturday. Interment is in the Morgan City Cemetery. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers. Email condolences may be sent via www.redwoodvalleyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are with the Redwood Valley Funeral Home of Redwood Falls.
Erwin Meierding was born October 5, 1927 on the family farm in Morgan Township to Erwin A. and Sophie (Laabs) Meierding. He was baptized and confirmed at the Morgan Methodist Church. He attended Country School District 109 in Morgan Township. On June 9, 1953 Erwin was united in marriage to Lois Bangerter at the Presbyterian Church in Wabasso. In 1954 Erwin was drafted into the US Army. He was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado where he served as a medic. In 1956 he received his honorable discharge. After the service, Erwin returned to the Morgan area where he and Lois farmed for 27 years. They then moved to Crosby, MN where they cow-calf ranched for 8 years. They later moved to Pine River, MN where he worked for Breezy Point Resort doing maintenance work. Erwin later was self employed as a painter. In 1993 they returned to Morgan where he continued his painting business. In 2004, the couple moved to New Ulm where they have resided since. Erwin was a longtime member of the Morgan Methodist Church where he was active as a trustee, usher, and volunteering his services in maintenance and lawn care. He was a member of the Cattleman’s Association, the Sleepy Eye and Fairfax Saddle Clubs, and the Charlais Association. Erwin loved horses and enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening especially growing tomatoes, and spending time outdoors. He also enjoyed playing cards, woodworking, and traveling especially his trips out west. Erwin loved spending time with his family and friends.
Erwin is survived by his wife Lois of 54 years; daughter Jane Anderson of Mankato, MN, and son Jon Meierding of Pennsylvania; grandchildren: Amanda (Terry) Bruns, Laura Anderson, Jennifer, Kristina, Jon Jr., Kyle, and Bo Meierding; great granddaughter Nicole Haff; brother Wesley (Helen) Meierding of Parks, AZ and sisters: Carol Friedrich of Redwood Falls and Dorothy Miners of San Diego, CA; uncle & aunt Rev. Jerry and Burnette Fish of Sacremento CA; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: Ruth and Kenneth Potts, Roland and Esther Meierding, Stanley and Frances Meierding, Chester Meierding, and infant brother Raymond Meierding; and brothers-in-law: Lawrence Friedrich and Bill Miners.
Linda M. Fixsen
Linda M. Fixsen age 58 of Wabasso passed away Saturday February 2, 2008 at the Rice Memorial Medical Center in Willmar. Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Wabasso. Visitation will be held on Monday from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. at the Redwood Valley Funeral Home in Redwood Falls. Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. Interment is in the church cemetery. The Redwood Valley Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.
Linda M. Fixsen was born June 27, 1949 in Redwood Falls, Minnesota to William and Mary Ann (Frank) Krueger. She attended country school district 67 for one year before it closed. She then attended Sanborn Public School, graduating in 1967. She then received her Associates Degree from the University on Minnesota in Minneapolis. Linda worked at Norwest Bank, later Minnesota Valley Bank in Redwood Falls. In the summer of 1969, Linda was united in marriage to Tom Brandt. To this union, they were blessed with three children. Linda worked at the Southwest Minnesota ELCA Synod Office in Redwood Falls for 19 years. In February 1993, she was united in marriage to Jeffrey Fixsen at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Wabasso. Together the couple made their home near Wabasso where she has resided since. She was a member of St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church where she served on the church council for 6 years. Linda was an avid reader. This past year, she read the entire Bible. She enjoyed shopping, gardening and spending time with her friends and family, especially her three granddaughters.
Linda is survived by her husband Jeff of 15 years; children: Nathan Brandt and wife Kari of Wabasso, Adam Brandt of Wabasso, and Alyssa Krieger and husband Trevor of Billings, MT; granddaughters: Hailey & Reagan Brandt and Olivia Krieger; mother Mary Ann Krueger of Redwood Falls; sister Janice (Gene) Fenske of Redwood Falls; brother Wayne (Beth) Krueger of Park Rapids, MN and many other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her father William.
Arline Busack
Arline Busack age 91 of Echo passed away Thursday, April 25, 2013 at Parkview Nursing Home in Belview.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 1st at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Posen Township.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. Interment is in the church cemetery. Stephens Funeral Service - Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Arline Verna Busack was born July 3, 1921 in Echo Township, Minnesota to Walter and Emma (Kuehn) Stelter. She was baptized at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Vesta, and later confirmed there on May 12, 1935. She attended country school for eight years and then Echo High School where she graduated. Arline furthered her education by attending Mankato Business College for two years. She then went to work for a lawyer in Mankato. On September 24, 1944, Arline married Leonard Busack. Together they farmed in Echo Township until their retirement in 1983. During retirement, they continued to live on the farm, traveled, and gardened. Leonard passed away in 2001. In 2005, Arline lived with her children until moving into assisted living in 2007. Arline was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church where she was part of the Ladies’ Aid and Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. Arline enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren who were her pride and joy. While on the farm, she enjoyed walking many miles with her good friend, Judy Bendix, and loyal companion, Hoss, her dog.
Arline is survived by her daughters, Barbara Hillmer and her husband Kenneth of Burnsville, and Deanna Breitkreutz and her husband Karl of Redwood Falls; son Larry Busack and his wife Karen of Eden Prairie; grandchildren: Grant (Dawn) Breitkreutz, Nathan (Amanda) Breitkreutz, Seth (Kelly) Breitkreutz, Alex, Adam, and Noah Busack; great-grandchildren: Karlie, Cindy, Jeremy, Lane and Lexie. Also surviving are her siblings: Adeline Tabberson, Marvin (Marie) Stelter, and Jeanette (Larry) Degner; and nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents Walter and Emma, husband Leonard, sister Lorraine Remmele, and brothers-in-law Harold Tabberson and Eugene Remmele.
Rupert Barnes
Rupert Barnes age 83 of Belview passed away Tuesday June 4, 2013 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 11 at Grace Lutheran Church in Belview.
Visitation is 5:00-8:00 p.m. Monday at the Redwood Valley Funeral Home and will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Tuesday. Burial is in Grace Lutheran Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent at www.stephensfuneralservice.com. Stephens Funeral Service - Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Rupert F. Barnes was born September 2, 1929 in Rowena, MN to Burlyn and Leona (Hauptli) Barnes. He graduated from Redwood Falls High School. Rupert enlisted in the US Air Force in November 1948 and served as a weatherman. He was honorably discharged in September 1952. On July 6, 1951 he was united in marriage to Frances Rose Sullivan in Urbana, IL. They moved to Alamogordo, NM – White Sands Proving Grounds while Rupert was in the service. The couple lived in various locations before settling in Minnesota. Rupert worked as a police officer and was chief of police for a number of years. He worked various jobs after leaving the police force. Rupert was very active in the community, helping with many events. He was a member of the Redwood Falls and Belview American Legions. Rupert always enjoyed camping and loved roasting hogs for a variety of events throughout the years. He indulged his wife by dressing up every Halloween. Rupert loved his family, and especially enjoyed his grandkids and great grandkids.
Rupert is survived by his children Pam (Tom) Breitkreutz of Belview, Kim (Marlo) Sander of Belview, Darrel (Rose) Barnes of Orlando, FL, and Ronda Barnes of Anoka; grandchildren: Sunni (Anthony) Hemingsen, Sommer (Eric) Day, Aaron Sander, Jamie Sander, Travis (Jamie) Breitkreutz Josh Breitkreutz, Ashley and Dylan Thiel, Kwang (and husband) Suksumek, and Nicky and Ty Barnes; great grandchildren: Henry & Greta Hemingsen, Claire & Cooper Breitkreutz, Spencer & Bailey Day, Colton Thiel, Jadon Sander, and Tonatcha Suksumek. He is also survived by his siblings: Marilyn Guardia of Pascagoula, MS, Elaine Watson of Houston, PA, Audrey Tracy of Burnsville, NC, Dewan Barnes of Barnesville, Dallas (Donna) Barnes of Burnsville, Bette Barnes of Redwood Falls, Richard (Muriel) Barnes of Rosemount, Myrl (Jeannine) Barnes of St. Peter, Burlyn (Karen) Barnes of Redwood Falls, and Sharon (Bernie) Kretsch of Redwood Falls; sisters-in-law Mary Jo Barnes of Panama City, FL and Pat Barnes of Franklin. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Frannie, great grandson Gabriel Clemens, sister Virginia, brothers Duane, Dean, and Jim, and siblings in infancy Darrel and Sandra.
Thomas John Beran
Thomas “Tom” Beran age 57 of Clements died Saturday, April 27, 2013 at his home in Clements.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 3, at the First United Methodist Church in Redwood Falls with Rev. Janiece Redman officiating.
Visitation will be prior to the service Friday from noon to 1:00 P.M. at the church. Private family interment will be in the New Avon Salem Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to First United Methodist Church, FUMC choir, or NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness). Stephens Funeral Service - Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Tom was born to Ted and Sara Beran in Redwood Falls on June 24, 1955. He attended Wabasso High School and graduated from Springfield High School. After studying at Canby Technical College, Tom returned to the family farm.
Tom was a generous and kind person who loved his family. He was treasurer of Three Lakes Township Board, served on the Springfield School Board, and was a member of the Clements Lions Club. Tom enjoyed his time singing with the choir at First United Methodist Church, and he faithfully served on the Stewardship and Finance Committee.
Tom is survived by his children, Nathan (Kylie) Beran, Matt (Rachel) Beran, and Heidi Beran, and their mother, Su Beran; grandchildren Lucy, Stella, Britton, and Luther Beran; father Ted Beran of Redwood Falls; sisters Kate (Mike) Robbins and Liz Beran, and brothers Jim Beran, Rich (Nancy) Beran, and Bill (Eileen) Beran. Tom was preceded in death by his mother Sara.
Donald Bidinger
Donald “Jody” Gene Bidinger age 80 of Morton passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 20 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Morton.
Visitation is 5:00-7:00 p.m. Sunday, May 19 at the Redwood Valley Funeral Home. Burial is in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers. Stephens Funeral Service - Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Donald, known by most as “Jody”, was born July 10, 1932 in Mountain Park, OK to Clarence and Frances (Meyer) Bidinger. Following graduation from Morton High School in 1950, Jody enlisted in the US Air Force. On January 3, 1953, Jody married Dorothy Roberts at St. John’s Catholic Church in Morton. Together they moved briefly to Aberdeen Proving Grounds in Maryland before moving to Reno, NV where Jody was stationed at Stead Air Force Base. He was discharged in 1956 and they returned to Morton. He worked for Redwood and Renville County Soil and Water Conservation Services. Jody enjoyed traveling, hunting, and playing sports. He instilled the importance of extra-curricular activities through sports and it is said the children benefitted from his athletic insight.
Jody is survived by his children: Jeffrey (Susanne) Bidinger of Danube, Mark (Daneilla) Bidinger of Redwood Falls, Michelle (Jason) Matthews of Cabrera, DR, Mary Beth (Kevin) Hartzell of International Falls, and David (Mary) Bidinger of St. Louis, MO; grandchildren: Nicholas (Amy) Bidinger, Abby (Joshua) Larcom, and Jessica (Jarrett) Bertch; Sara and Ashley Bidinger, Miranda Sam and Mitchell Farmer; Amanda (Tyler) Beatty, Samantha (Enmanuel) Martinez, and Jameson Matthews; Lindsey (Jesse) Laidlaw and Jason Bidinger; Brandon, Eric, and Whitney Hartzell; and Melissa and Matthew Bidinger; 10 great grandchildren; and brother RJ (Doddie) Bidinger of Wisconsin; and sister Lavina Bertrand. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Dorothy in 2002, son Bradley in 2012, 2 brothers, and 1 sister.
Kenneth Castle
July 29,1929-March 23,2013
Kenneth John Castle, 83, passed away Saturday March 23, 2013 at his home in Redwood Falls, MN of natural causes. Kenneth was born July 29, 1929 to Fay and Hattie (Taubert) Castle. He attended public school in North Redwood, MN. On August 15, 1951 he was united in marriage to Phyllis Pauline Pigg of White River, SD.
Ken and his brothers owned and operated Castle Brothers Construction Company for many years. They took great pride in their stellar craftsmanship which can be seen throughout South Dakota and Minnesota. Ken and his brother Floyd, continued working as Castle Brothers Construction until they retired in their seventies. After retirement the two became avid fishermen. Ken continued to do woodwork. He greatly enjoyed cooking and became quite an accomplished cook. His granddaughter still boasts, "no one can cook a pot roast like my grandpa." Friends and family of Ken will also say, he never forgot a good joke.
In keeping with his wishes, Kenneth was cremated and his ashes will be buried with his son, Kenneth Clark Castle, at the Redwood Falls Cemetery. Private family services will be held at the gravesite for the burial on Friday May 10, 2013 at 11:00 AM. Immediately following the services, a public lunch and memorial is scheduled from 12:00 noon until 4:00PM at the Redwood Falls Public Library meeting room, 509 Lincoln Street.
Kenneth is survived by his five daughters: Connie Castle (significant other Kevin Lance) of Monticello, MN, Virginia (Lowell) Daniels of Columbus KS, Joni (James) Jimnak of Maple Grove MN, Kathryn Castle of Sauk Centre MN, Karen Castle (Denes Bartha) of New Fairfield CT, 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren, his sisters: Helen VanSlooten, Esther (Warren) Hawton, Cheryl Prescott, all of Redwood Falls MN.
Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, his son Kenny, and siblings: Lillian Grow, Don, Arthur, Harold, Alfred "Fritz", Floyd, Clara, Arlene Stevens, and Viola Worth.
The family of Kenneth John Castle would like to thank Stephens Funeral Services-Redwood Valley Funeral home for their caring assistance in planning arrangements.
Alvera Olive Colvin
Alvera O. Colvin age 95 of Redwood Falls, formerly of Hopkins, died Saturday, April 27, 2013, her 95th birthday, at Garnette Gardens in Redwood Falls.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, at Redwood Valley Funeral Home.
Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Alzheimer’s Association, the Community Emergency Service of Minneapolis, or to the Luv-A-Chin dog rescue. Stephens Funeral Service - Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Alvera Olive Colvin was born April 27, 1918 in Franklin, Minnesota to Arthur Reuben and Olga (Lund) Larson. Alvera grew up in Franklin and moved to Minneapolis after high school, trained at Eitel Hospital School of Nursing and became a Registered Nurse. She met and married Dean Colvin in 1940. In 1950, they moved to Hopkins where they built their home and lived for over 50 years. Alvera was always interested in sports and was an avid tennis player while in high school, later she became an excellent bowler but she found her true love with golf. Alvera was an extraordinary mother and friend. She lived a long and happy life and will be greatly missed by those who love her. Thank you to the Garnette Gardens Memory Care team and Lacey Bruns who took excellent care of her for the past year and a half.
Alvera is survived by her daughter Joanne Colvin of Redwood Falls (formerly of Hopkins); sister Jean (Roald) Haugan, also of Redwood Falls; and many nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Olga, sister Lois Stoner, husband Dean E. Colvin, beloved daughter Gail Colvin, brother Silas Larson, and nephew Paul Larson.
Jerry Frericks
Jerry Frericks age 58 of Wabasso passed away Monday, April 1, 2013 in Rochester after an extended battle with lung cancer.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Wabasso.
Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m. at the church and continues until the time of service. Interment is in St. Anne’s Catholic Cemetery. Stephens Funeral Service - Redwood Valley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Jerome Charles Frericks was born January 28, 1955 in Redwood Falls, MN to Harold and Connie (Edmondson) Frericks. He attended Wabasso Public School. After meeting Debbie Loving in Colorado Springs, CO, they were married on November 7, 1995 in Gravette, AR . Jerry worked over 35 years in the automotive parts and service industry in Minnesota and Colorado, with over 25 years with Auto Value across Southwest Minnesota. He served the City of Wabasso on the EDA, City Council, and was Mayor for 3 terms. Jerry enjoyed car and go-kart racing, fishing, and model car collecting. He loved rebuilding cars, the hobby farm, and car repair.
Jerry is survived by his wife Debbie; children Allison (Mark) Heatwole of Round Rock, TX, and Angela (Geoff) Cannon of Wabasso; grandchildren: Samantha Ross, Avery Heatwole, Emily Heatwole, and Brynnley Cannon; parents Harold and Connie Frericks of Wabasso; 11 brothers and sisters across greater Minnesota; many nieces and nephews; and his furry friends Pete and Harley. He is preceded in death by his twin brothers Peter and Paul Frericks, grandparents John and Elizabeth Frericks and Wilfred and Emma Edmondson, and life-long friend Frank Hassenstab.
