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Gerhard Schmolling
Gerhard H. Schmolling, 83, of Buffalo, formerly of South Minneapolis died Tuesday, November 8, 2005 at Park View Care Center in Buffalo.
Gerhard was born in Germany on June 28, 1922. He immigrated from Germany to the United States in 1956. He was formerly employed as a tool and dye maker for Twin City Monorail. He was an avid outdoorsman.
Survivors include his sons, Siegfried (Faye) Schmolling of Cedar Rapids, IA, Eberhard (Toma) Schmolling of Cook, MN, Reiner Schmolling of South Minneapolis, and daughter, Ingeborg (Luke) Torell of Monticello, MN; 9 grandchildren, Raymond, Reiner Jr., Bria, Adam, Jacob, Jared, Heather, Crystal, Kara and one great grandson, Austin; other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by his loving wife Erna Schmolling.
Funeral Services for Gerhard H. Schmolling were held on Friday, November 11, 2005, at 11:00 a.m. at The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo, Pastor Highland Goodman officiated. Interment followed in Sunset Memorial Park in Minneapolis. Special music was "Amazing Grace, " "Sweet Hour of Prayer, " "How Great Thou Art, " "Tears In Heaven" and "I'll Remember You."
Casket Bearers were Siegfried Schmolling, Reiner Schmolling, Luke Torell, Kara Torell, Crystal Torell, and Heather Berning.
The Peterson Chapel of Buffalo served the family.
Bernadine Larson
Bernadine Lucille Larson, nee Schleif, 89 of Buffalo, died peacefully December 10, 2005 at Park View Care Center, surrounded by her family. Bernadine was born April 1, 1916 in Rockford, the fourth child and first daughter of Edward and Anna Rasmina (Minnie) Schleif. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran faith and lovingly served God.
Bernie graduated from Rockford High School and completed a business course. She worked in Minneapolis and Detroit as an executive secretary. When she returned to Minnesota, she accepted a date from a young man she had met as a teenager. Friendship quickly grew into love, and Bernie and Carroll were married on January 11, 1941 in Monticello. They made their first home in Minneapolis before moving to Buffalo in 1944, and felt truly blessed as their family grew to include Nancy, Jared, Christine, Cynthia and Jan.
Bernadine was preceded in death by her husband, Judge Carroll E. Larson; an infant grandson; brothers Stanley, Orville, Gordon, Neal, Alan and Wayne and many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. She is survived by her five children, Nancy (Richard) Haskin, Jared (Del) Larson, Christine (Dan) Husom, Dr. Cynthia "Tia" Larson, and Jan (Lib) Larson; thirteen grandchildren, Elizabeth Husom, Luke Husom, Rachel (Adam) Bebus, Morynn (Phil) Marx, Joseph Svobodny, Adrienne (Ryan) Murray, Michael Larson, Anna Svobodny, Julia Larson, Marie Larson, Alex Larson, Michael Quady, and Eli Larson; great-grandson, Samuel Marx; brothers Grant "Bud" (Janet) Schleif, Dale Schleif, Winton (Joan) Schleif, and James (Patty) Schleif; sister Melba Louisiana; sisters-in-law Marjory Schleif, Hazel Larson and Josephine Larson, and many other relatives and friends.
It is difficult to capture Bernie's essence, character and accomplishments in a brief writing. She set a fine example, creating an atmosphere of love and harmony in the home. She sang as she worked on her many projects, making each task seem fun. Bernie served in her church and community, active in the Lutheran Women's Missionary League, Sunday School, University of Minnesota Home Extension, Sewing Circle, PTA, Cub Scouts and political organizations.
Bernie's creative talents included gardening, sewing, knitting, crocheting, cooking, canning produce, making wine, home decorating, light carpentry and entertaining. As one of her friends stated, "When she gave a party everything was perfect." Her daughter said, "She could grow marigolds and turn them into a lovely floral arrangement, a pressed flower picture or a fine wine."
Bernie was an early advocate of organic gardening and using herbal remedies. She loved digging in the dirt - the miracle of putting a seed in the ground and watching it sprout and grow. Bernie felt especially close to God in her gardens. Countless friends and neighbors were grateful recipients of her beautiful flowers and garden produce. Although her son Jan vowed he would never have a garden when he grew up, he plans to expand his garden next year. Apparently, the love of dirt is contagious.
Each Christmas, Bernie created an atmosphere of joy and wonder in her home with handcrafted wreaths and decorations and thousands of cookies. The morning of December 24th, when the baking was done, she would cut out and sew her daughters' dresses for the Christmas Eve program. She never missed the deadline. Bernie was a patient, kind, devoted wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Her grandchildren were the lights of her life. Bernie's family is grateful for her life on earth and her eternal life with her Savior in Heaven.
Visitation for Bernadine Larson was held on Monday, December 12 from 4-7 p.m. with funeral services on Tuesday, December 13, 11 a.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church, Buffalo. Pallbearers were Luke Husom, Joseph Svobodny, Michael Larson, Jory Louisiana, Scott Schleif and Steven Schleif.
Adeline Stein
Adeline R. Stein, 97 of Delano, passed away on Friday, December 9, 2005 at Haven Homes in Maple Plain.
She was born in Franklin Township, Wright County on April 23, 1908 the daughter of Andrew and Margaret Bauman Horsch.
On June 23, 1930, Adeline R. Horsch and Armand J. Stein were joined in holy marriage at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Delano. God blessed their marriage with five children.
She was a faithful, lifetime member of St. Peter's Catholic Church in Delano and also belonged to its St. Anne's Society.
Survived by children: Gloria Adickes of Montrose, John (Judy) Stein of Maple Plain, Fran (Marlys) Stein of Delano and Marilyn Stein of Minnetonka; thirteen grandchildren, thirty great-grandchildren, eight great-great-grandchildren; many other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by her husband: Armand J. Stein in 2000; her parents: Andrew and Margaret Horsch; a son: Edward Stein in 1937; a daughter-in-law: Rose Stein in 1985; a son-in-law: Erwin Adickes in 1998; two brothers and five sisters.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Adeline R. Stein was held on Wednesday, December 14 at 1 p.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Delano. Father Michael Miller was the Celebrant and interment followed at Calvary Cemetery in Delano.
Friends called on Tuesday, December 13 from 5-8 p.m. at St. Peter's Catholic Church.
Casket bearers were Steven Stein, Scott Stein, Darik Stein, Travis Mendelson, Blake Mendelson and Bruce Adickes.
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo served the family.
Dora Dixon
Dora Dixon, 90 of Rockford, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 10, 2005 at Lake Ridge Care Center.
She was born on August 27, 1915 in Rockford, the daughter of Otto and Lorena Bugbee Conzet.
On November 19, 1931 Dora Conzet and Thomas Dixon were joined in holy marriage in Minneapolis. They were married forty nine years and nine months.
Dora lived her entire life in Rockford, only two miles from her birth home.
She loved to garden, can, play cards, do word searches and spend time with her family. Dora loved to tell her grandchildren stories of when she was young. She also loved practical jokes and was game for throwing a cream pie in someone's face or tossing a rotten egg.
She enjoyed traveling with her family to Mexico, Montana, Mississippi and Texas as well as yearly trips to Taylor's Falls to enjoy the beautiful fall colors.
Dora faithfully taught Sunday School for many years.
Survived by her loving daughters: Ann (Marvin) Yonak of Buffalo, Leona Knudsvig of Rockford, Sophia (John) Simar of Minnetonka and Eva (James) Winkelman of Loretto; fifteen grandchildren, thirty-one great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren; a sister Sophia Droneck of Waverly; other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by husband: Thomas F. Dixon; her parents: Otto and Lorena Conzet; four brothers and a sister: Lawrence Conzet, Clifford Conzet, Ralph Conzet, Florence Melvin and Wesley Conzet and by a son-in-law: Vernon Knudsvig.
Funeral services for Dora Dixon will be held on Saturday, December 17 at 1 p.m. at the United Presbyterian Church in Rockford. Chaplain Jim Ferguson will officiate. Interment Elmwood Cemetery.
Friends may call on Friday, December 16 from 4-9 p.m. at the Peterson Chapel in Buffalo. Further visitation will be held on Saturday, December 17 one hour prior to funeral services.
Casket bearers will be Bill Yonak, Noel Gilder, Tim Yonak, Shawn Simar, Ryan Gilder, Thomas Simar, Wilbur Winkelman and James Winkelman.
She will be missed by many!
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo served the family.
Julius Becker, Jr.
Julius H. Becker, Jr., 88 of Buffalo, died Thursday, December 8, 2005 at the Annandale Care Center in Annandale.
Funeral was 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 13 at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church - Pelican Lake with Pastor Stephen Smith officiating. Visitation was 4-8 p.m. Monday, December 12 at the Peterson Chapel in Buffalo with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Visitation continued Tuesday at the church one hour prior to the service.
Organist was Doris Gutknecht. Congregational hymns were "Draw Us to Thee, " "How Great Thou Art" and "Amazing Grace."
Casket bearers were Jay Becker, Jon Peterson, Bradley Becker, Greg Beyer, Ryan Becker and Franklin Hohl.
Julius Henry Becker, Jr. was born on October 15, 1917 on the family farm in Buffalo Township, Wright County to the late Julius H. and Christie (Ordorff) Becker, Sr.
He was baptized on November 25, 1917 at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church - Pelican Lake. He was instructed in the Lutheran Catechism and confirmed in the Christian faith at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church on August 7, 1932. Julius was raised on the family farm and attended country school.
On June 9, 1943 he was joined in holy marriage to M. Irene Krause at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church. God blessed their marriage with two children, Wayne and Maxine.
Julius was a farmer all of his life. He especially enjoyed raising sheep. He also drove school bus for many years, was employed for a time at Buffalo Quality Feed Mill, and was part owner of the Farm & Home Store.
Outside of work, Julius enjoyed the outdoors; hunting, fishing and spending time at the cabin up north.
When his wife, Irene, passed away in 2000, he continued living on the farm until 2002 when he moved to Sunrise Assisted Living in Buffalo. He remained very active while living there. He enjoyed the activities and visiting with the other residents. Due to declining health he became a resident of the Annandale Care Center in August, 2005, where he resided at the time of his death.
Julius was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Farm Bureau and the Wright County Pork Producers.
Survivors include his children, Wayne Becker of Maple Grove and Maxine (Richard) Wiese of Hanover; grandchildren, Jay (Jenny) Becker, Gretchen (Jon) Peterson, Bradley (Jen) Becker, Ryan Becker, Daniel Wiese and Kristi (Greg) Beyer and 10 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, M. Irene Becker (January 28, 2000); daughter-in-law, Laurel Becker; brothers, Kermit Becker and Reimer Becker.
The Peterson Chapel of Buffalo is serving the family.
Kathleen Regan
Kathleen P. Regan, 49, Buffalo, died Saturday, December 10, 2005 at her home.
A gathering for final goodbye will be Thursday, December 15, 2005 from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Peterson Chapel in Buffalo. Arrangements are with Benson Funeral Home, St. Cloud.
Kathleen was born June 25, 1956 in St. Cloud to John and Joyce (Falk) Regan. She graduated from Delano High School and worked at Functional Industries in Buffalo for 25 years. Kathleen was a trophy winning bowler and a Special Olympic gold medalist in the 100 Yard Dash. She was also a past president of People First in Buffalo.
Kathleen is survived by her brothers and sisters, John (Judy) Regan of Woodbury, Patrick (Lori) Regan, Robert (Mary) Regan and Mary (Tim) Thomas all of St. Cloud. She is also survived by her Buffalo family Larry, David, Sheila, and special friend Brian. She was preceded in death by her parents.
In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to People First of Buffalo, MN.
William Dorn
William David "Bill" Dorn, 37 of rural Buffalo, passed away peacefully at his rural Buffalo home on Dec. 10, 2005 after a courageous lifelong battle with Leukodystrophy. Private family memorial services will be held now, with a memorial service to be held in spring 2006.
Funeral arrangements are with the Peterson - Grimsmo Chapel of Monticello.
Bill was born in Escanaba, MI in 1968. He moved to Monticello, MN with his family in 1976, graduating from Monticello High School in 1986. He also attended baking school at Anoka Vocational - Technical School.
Bill is survived by his mom and dad, Joan and Art; sister Jody (Rick) Vogan of Omaha, NE; brother Russ (Katie) and nieces Kirsten and Kelsey, all of Andover, MN; special aunt Elaine Singel and son of Madison, WI; special uncle John (Dorothy) Eberhardt of Eau Claire, WI; and many other relatives and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Charles and Margaret Dorn, and maternal grandparents George and Evelyn Eberhardt, all of Eau Claire.
The family prefers memorials to the United Leukodystrophy Foundation (ULF).
Murriel Finneman
Murriel C. Finneman, 80 of St. Michael, died Friday, December 9, 2005 at North Memorial Hospital in Robbindsale.
Mass of Christian burial will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, December 15 at The Historic Church of St. Michael in St. Michael. Father Michael Rudolph will officiate. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service at the church.
Murriel C. Lindenfelser was born on February 25, 1925 in Albertville, the daughter of Andrew and Kathryn (Huss) Lindenfelser. She grew up on a farm and attended country school. She was united in marriage to Hubert H. Finneman, Sr. on September 11, 1943 at the Church of St. Albert in Albertville. The couple made their home in St. Michael. There they raised their family.
Murriel was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church and was active in the church's ladies group. She enjoyed her children, playing cards and playing bingo.
Survivors include her children, Sharon (Roger) Nowak of Monticello, Linda (Bruce) Thibodeau of Buffalo, Kevin Finneman of Phoenix, AZ, Katherine (Donald) Sieber of St. Michael, Bruce (Susan) Finneman of Zimmerman; stepchildren, Verleth (Clifford) Oftlie of Crookston and David (Eleanor) Finneman of St. Paul; sister, Beatrice Blake of Detroit, MI; 10 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Kathryn (Huss) Lindenfelser; husband, Hubert H. Finneman, Sr. (September 12, 1995); daughter, Patricia Ebert; great-grandson, Joey Blad and daughter-in-law, Sharon Finneman.
The Peterson Chapel St. Michael - Albertville Funeral Home is serving the family.
