Allen G. Ward
Allen Gordon Ward, 82, died on August 23, 1998, at the Dilley Unit in Northfield.
He was born on April 20, 1916 in Valley, Nebraska, son of Allen W. Ward, Sr. and Agnes Sheen.
They moved to Avon, N.Y. and lived there nine years. Then they moved to Farmingdale, S.D. where Allen attended public school, and Farmingdale became their home thereafter.
Allen graduated from high school in New Underwood, S.D. He worked several years in Minneapolis making building transformers for the war effort.
He married Agnes Sudinski on June 30, 1946 at St. Olaf Catholic Church in Minneapolis. After taking radio repair training in Omaha, Nebraska in 1948, he opened Ward's Radio Service in Cannon Falls in the fall of 1949 which lasted 38 years.
His great hobby was amateur radio. He talked with people in many parts of the world such as, Sweden, France, Germany, and many other countries. After several strokes, Allen's home became the Dilley Unit in Northfield.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father.
He is survived by his wife, Agnes, of 52 years, many members of her family, and many friends.
A memorial service was held at St. Pius V Catholic Church on Wednesday, Aug. 26 at 10 a.m. with Fr. David Shannon officiating.
He was laid to rest in the church cemetery in Cannon Falls.
Karline Marie Hunter
Karline Marie Hunter, 60, Cannon Falls, died at her home on Tuesday, September 29, 1998.
Karline was born on March 28, 1938 in Rockford, Illinois, the daughter of Carl and Florence (Sandberg) Stohle. She graduated from East High School in Rock- ford.
She married Marvin Brobeck on May 13, 1955 in Rockford. He pre- ceded her in death on October 1, 1966. She remarried on September 16, 1967 to James R. Hunter. He preceded her in death on November 24, 1981.
She is survived by two daughters, Debbie (James) Gergen of New Ulm and Deanne (Ron Schmidt) Hellum of Dennison; nine grandchildren, Sara and Karla Rapp, Kari Brobeck, Kristina, Kellie and Kortney Hellum, Steven Ward, Jessica Sanderson and Bethany Rapp; great-grandson Nathan Kilmer; brother Carl (Nancy) Stohle of Rockford; and former son-in-law, Rodney Rapp of Cannon Falls.
Funeral service was held on Friday at 1 p.m. at St. Ansgar's Lutheran Church in Cannon Falls, with Pastor Dana Peterson officiating. Interment
was at the Cannon Falls Cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Steve and Mark Stohle, Don Liebgott, Ron Schmidt, Rodney Rapp and Bob Reim. Honorary pallbearers will be Steven Ward and Nathan Kilmer.
Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls.
Albert Lohmann
Graveside services for Albert Lohmann, 83, will be held Tuesday, October 13 at 1 p.m. at the Zumbrota Cemetery.
Lohmann was a former Cannon Falls businessman. The family requests memorials be directed to the American Cancer Society or American Heart Association. Cards can be mailed to Lohmann's wife, Charlotte Lohmann, 150 South Windsor C-24, Mesa, AZ, 85204
Albert "Fat" Lohmann
Albert "Fat" Lohmann, 83, former businessman in Cannon Falls, died August 14, 1998 in Mesa, Ariz.
He was born in Zumbrota, and was a jewelry store owner in Cannon Falls until he left in the mid 1950s. He was a member of the Cannon Falls Male Chorus, and also operated a popcorn stand in downtown Cannon Falls and at athletic field sporting events. His wife, Charlotte, worked for Dr. Bob Stultz. He moved to Hoyt Lakes, Mn, where he became city administrator, and later to Arizona after retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Charlotte; sister, Myrtle Thomforde, brother, Kenneth, Red Wing. Funeral services were held Friday at Mesa Funeral Care Chapel, Mesa. Memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society.
Michelle Classen
Michelle Marie Classen, 39, Cannon Falls, died unexpectedly on Saturday, August 29, 1998 at her home.
Beloved wife of James Classen and precious mother of twin daughters Sara and Amy; beloved daughter of Vernelle Varno of Minneapolis; cherished sister to Mark and Mona Varno of California, Greg and Marilyn Varno of New Brighton, Sheila and Ron Glocke of Belle Plaine, Brian and Denise Varno of New Mexico and Renee and Tim Turgeon of Richfield; dearly loved daughter-in-law to Donald and Dorine Classen of Richfield; and sister-in-law to John, Jerry and Joe Classen and Ellen Dotson, as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and their families. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, her father Roy Varno and a few close friends and relatives who all walk together now in heaven.
She was born on February 28, 1959 in Minneapolis, the daughter of Roy and Vernelle (Franson) Varno. Originally from South Minneapolis and a graduate of Southwest High School, Michelle and her family moved to Cannon Falls in 1988. She was a 10-year employee of Kid Duds, Inc. Her professional style and heart-warming personality won her the respect of her industry as well as many, many friends throughout the community. From her loving family to all her friends from Cannon Falls and the Twin Cities, she will be sadly missed by all.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Sept. 4 at 2 p.m. at First English Lutheran Church in Cannon Falls with Pastor Dean Lundgren officiating. Interment
will follow at the Cannon Falls Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls. There will also be visitation at the church one hour prior to the service.
Pallbearers will be Mark, Greg and Brian Varno, John and Joe Classen and Mark Kapala.
Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls.
Connie Grisim
Constance Raphael "Connie" Grisim, 59, Cannon Falls, died on Saturday, August 29, 1998, at her home.
She was born on December 28, 1938 in Red Wing, the daughter of Conrad and Mildred (Anderson) Rapp.
Connie recently retired from Cenex after 23 years of employment. She was happy to be a part of the Vasa Lutheran Church, and to be active at the Stonehouse and Our Lady of the Angels Care Center. She was always there to offer a ride to anyone who needed one.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by five children, Shelley (Tom) Nygaard, Rodd (Cindy) Wangen, Cory Wangen, Jody Wangen and Jason Grisim; grandchildren Andy and Wade Nygaard, Samantha Bradley, Jacob Bottoms and Anna Wangen; three sisters, Nancy (Bruce) Faacks, Andrea (Nick) Weis and Susan (Gerald) Clare; two brothers, Conrad Jr. (Joyce) Rapp and Todd (Amy) Rapp; and many other family and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 1 p.m. at Vasa Lutheran Church with Pastor Michael Dobbins officiating. Interment
will follow at the church cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls.
Memorials are preferred to the Vasa Lutheran Church, the Stonehouse and Our Lady of the Angels Care Center.
Pallbearers will be Rodd and Cory Wangen, Jason Grisim, Tom and Andy Nygaard, Conrad Rapp Jr. and Todd Rapp.
Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls.
Goldie M. Black
Goldie M. Black, 86, Red Wing, died Wednesday, Sept. 2, 1998 at the Fairview Seminary Home.
She was born April 29, 1912 in Vasa Township, the daughter of William and Selma (Carlson) Black.
She graduated from Cannon Falls High School in 1932. She helped on the family farm all her life. She entered the Seminary Home in 1989 and has resided there since then. She was a member of Vasa Lutheran Church and enjoyed gardening and sewing.
She is survived by several cousins and was preceded in death by one sister, Evelyn, in 1989.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 5 at 11 a.m. at Vasa Lutheran Church with Reverend Michael Dobbins officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery in Vasa Township.
Pallbearers were Jerry and Jim Black, Carl and Marvin Fredrickson, Roy Ryan and Paul Tilderquist.
Bessie L. DeVries
Bessie L. DeVries, 82, Red Wing, died Tuesday, Sept. 15, 1998 at Fairview University Medical Center.
She was born April 22, 1916 in Floyd County, Iowa the daughter of Bert and Electa (Parker) Friend.
She was schooled and lived in Iowa. She was married to Harry Anway. They later divorced. She moved to Red Wing in 1958. She then married Jacob DeVries on June 19, 1959 in Nashua, IA. She worked at Red Wing Shoe, Buchanan Grocery, Ben Franklin and Allyn's Bakery. She enjoyed playing cards, doing crossword puzzles and reading.
She is survived by 3 sons, Wendell (Norma) Anway of Red Wing, Kenneth (Carrie) Anway of Cannon Falls and Dale (Janice) DeVries of Red Wing; 1 stepdaughter, Lorraine (Dale) Carter of McIntire, IA; 2 stepsons, Edwin (Betty) DeVries of Denver, CO, and Richard (Shirley) DeVries of Atlanta, GA; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Evelyn Klousia of Hampton, IA; special friend, Lisa Whipple of Bay City, WI; 4 brothers, Bert Friend of Phoenix, AZ, Don (Bernice) Friend and Bob (Gail) Friend, both of Kansas City, KS, and Earl (LaVonne) Varner of Rock Falls, IA. She was preceded by husband Jacob DeVries; son, Vern Anway; 5 brothers.
Funeral services were held Thursday, Sept. 17 at 1:30 p.m. at the Hauser Funeral Home, Charles City, IA, with Rev. Dennis Niezwaag officiating. Burial was in the Sunnyside Memory Gardens in Charles City.
Local arrangements being handled by Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel.
Pallbearers were Scott Anway, Tim Anway, Mike Broze, Jerry Carter, Ryan Prescott and Mitch Varner.
Honorary pallbearers were Tom Mariette and Dave Phillips.
Jason M. Feidt
Jason M. Feidt, 20, Cannon Falls, died Friday, Sept. 18, 1998, at his home.
He was born Aug. 9, 1978 in St. Paul, the son of George and Rita Feidt. He graduated from Cannon Falls High School. His hobbies included singing and collecting old movies. He was a member of 4-H. He was presently a student at Dakota County Technical College, where he was enrolled in the medical assistant program.
Survivors include his parents, George and Rita; sister Michelle Feidt, and maternal grandmother, Dorothy Schabert, all of Cannon Falls.
Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 21, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, New Trier. Officiating was Rev. Fr. Marvin Klaers. Interment
was in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Mitch Banks, Michael Banks, Daniel Banks, Scott Swanson, Andrew Swanson, Jesse Braafladt, Theodore Braafladt, Jared Thyen, Russel Thyen and Joseph Feidt. Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
William Sachs
William Randi Sachs, 55, Farmington, died Friday, Sept. 18, 1998, at his home.
He was born Feb. 11, 1943, in Northfield, the son of Gerald and Dorothy Sachs. He attended Farmington Schools, and was married to Marie Penfield, formerly of Cannon Falls, on June 15, 1973. After his marriage they lived at Sachs Empire Farms, Farmington.
He served in the U.S. Army Reserves from 1964 to 1970. He was a parttime school bus driver in addition to being a farmer, and was a supervisor on the Empire Town Board from 1976 to the time of his death. He had been a member and then leader of the Empire 4-H Club. Other interests included Farmington FFA and the extension service. His hobbies included reading and listening to the radio. He was a lifelong member of Farmington Lutheran Church.
Bill was a people person; thoroughly enjoying making new acquaintances and cultivating old friendships. He was a member of 12 wedding parties besides his own and many friends and relatives attended hog roast celebrations at his farm.
He will be remembered for his smile and laughter. His parting message to all was "be good" and "be kind to each other."
He is survived by his wife, Marie; daughter Ann Sachs; son Jared, all of Farmington; brother, Gerald (Jerry) Sacks and his wife Arlene, Farmington; uncles, Wallace Keller, W. St. Paul, Charlie (Lillian) Sachs, California; aunt, Hazel Sachs, Farmington; nieces, nephews, cousins, friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Sharon; niece Carri Jo Fischer and grand nephew, Alex Fischer.
Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 21, at Farmington Lutheran Church. Interment
was in Corinthian Cemetery, Farmington. Casket bearers were Hugh, Ed, Geoff, Joe and Ben Fischer, Jerod and John Waltman, Jared Sachs. Honorary bearers were Floyd Henry, G. E. Stelzel, Terry Holmes, Matt Waltman, Dick Kohler, Tom Ryan, Chuck and Don Sachs, Chuck Fischer and Chuck Wegner.
White Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Emilie "Milly" Landsberger
Emilie "Milly" Landsberger, 90, Cannon Falls and formerly of Hampton, died on Monday evening, September 21, 1998 at the Cannon Falls Community Hospital.
She was born Emilie Rollny on May 13, 1908 in Poland, and later moved to the United States. She married G. Leo Landsberger and was a homemaker for most of her married life. They were members of St. Mathias Catholic Church in Hampton. She was currently a member of St. Pius V Catholic Church in Cannon Falls.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leo; and seven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her brother, Steffon of Germany; sister-in-law Rose Landsberger of Hastings; and nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday at 10 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in New Trier, with Father Marvin Klaers celebrating. Interment
will follow at the church cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Thursday at the church from 9-10 a.m.
Arrangements are by Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls.
Ben Schiell
Benjamin Dale Schiell, 14, rural Dennison, died as a result of an accident on Sunday, Sept. 27, 1998 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.
Ben was born Sept. 1, 1984, in Cannon Falls, the son of Dennis and Lynn (McCarthy) Schiell. He was baptized at Urland Lutheran Church in Leon Township. He loved school and was currently in the 8th grade at Cannon Falls High School. He was active in the football and wrestling programs.
Ben enjoyed riding his horse, and was a member of the Dodge Co. 4-H, where he was involved in roping with the Western Heritage program. He really enjoyed working part-time at Jim Simon Arena in Cannon Falls.
He could be found outdoors most of the time, as he loved hunting, fishing and going with his friends to the secret pond.
He is survived by his parents, Dennis and Lynn, rural Dennison, his sisters and brother, Heidi, Dennis Jr. "D.J." and Gerianne, all at home; grandparents Joe and Evelyn McCarthy, Kenyon, and Geraldine Schiell, Cannon Falls; great grandmother Esther Rehder, Cannon Falls; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, William Schiell Jr.
Funeral services were held Wednesday at Urland Lutheran Church, with Pastor Scott McLaughlin officiating. Interment
was at the church cemetery.
Active pallbearers were Kraig Zibolski, Brian McCarthy, Dennis Forcelle, Stuart Mills, Leonard Schiell and John McDonald. Honorary pallbearers were Clayton Kodada, Adam Hernke, Josh Fisher, Micah Flodeen and the Cannon Falls High School football and wrestling teams. Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls.
Penny Schiell
Louise Penny (Anderson) Schiell, known as "Penny," 43, Zumbrota, and formerly of Cannon Falls and Wanamingo, died as the result of an auto accident on Saturday, Sept. 26, 1998 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.
Penny was born June 16, 1955 in Stillwater, to Gust Hugo and Mildred M. (Moore) Anderson. Penny attended school in Cannon Falls and graduated from Cannon Falls High School. She later attended Moorhead State University for two years. She was currently employed at the Zumbrota Nursing Home.
She is surivived by her daughter Rachel; her son, William; and their father, Wenzel Schiell; mother, Mildred M. Anderson, Cannon Falls; brother, Robert (Sonja) Anderson, Farmington; five sisters, Anna Mae (George) Nadeau, Lake City, Mary Jane (George) Hall, Billings, MT, Katherine (Paul) Stallman, Owatonna, Patricia Anderson, Eagan, and Judy (Reid) Anderson, Stanton; many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Gust Anderson.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Sept. 29, at the Church of Christ, Cannon Falls, with Rev. Ken Larson officiating. Burial was at the Cannon Falls Cemetery.
Pallbearers were her nephews and nieces, Dan Nadeau, Robin Bungert, Jill Godsey, Shelly Lundgren, Jessie and Josh Anderson. Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls.
Caroline Swicker
Caroline Margaret "Carol" Swicker, 63, Cannon Falls, died on Sunday, Sept. 27,. 1998 at Red Wing Health Center.
Carol was born Dec. 15, 1934, in Highland Park, IL, the daughter of Frederick and Nellie (Graham) Stroud. She was married to Edwin Swanson, and he later died. She married Harry A. Swicker Nov. 27, 1976, at St. Mathias Catholic Church, Waukegan, IL, and they moved to Cannon Falls in August, 1978.
She has been employed for the past 11 years as vice president of F. J. Moore Manufacturing, Cannon Falls. She was a member of St. Pius V Catholic Church, and had been active with the League of Women Voters. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, gardening and working with her flowers.
She is survived by her husband, Harry; children Kevin (Katie) Hogan, Burnsville, John (Paula) Hogan, Cannon Falls, Fred (Chris) Hogan, Hastings, Rebecca (Stephen) Swanson-Cahill, Canton, MA, and Laura Swanson, Cannon Falls; seven grandchildren, Jessica and Mark Hogan, Blake and Brook Hogan, Morgan and Jacob Hogan and Matthew Swanson; brother, John (Nancy) Stroud, Fullerton, CA; nephews and niece, Tom, Steven and Susie, and close friends, Delores Jed, Lois and Ralph Stark and Aunt Mayme Rosie. She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Frederick Stroud.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Pius V Catholic Church, with Fr. David Shannon officiating. Interment
will be at a later date at the Lake Forest Cemetery, Lake Forest, IL. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 5 to 8 p.m., with a prayer service at 7 p.m. at Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls. There will also be visitation at the church one hour prior to the service. Memorials are preferred in lieu of flowers to the American Cancer Society.
Active pallbearers will be Kevin, John and Fred Hogan and Stephen Cahill. Honorary pallbearers will be her seven grandchildren. Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls.
Maxine Charlson
L. Maxine Charlson, 83, Red Wing, died Tuesday, September 22, 1998 at Red Wing Health Center.
She was born December 25, 1914 in Webster City, Iowa, the daughter of William and Virginia (Torbol) Baxter.
She graduated from Washburn High School in Minneapolis. She lived in Frontenac for a number of years. She married Rudy Charlson June 27, 1945 in Frontenac. They lived in Red Wing for many years. He died January 23, 1993. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by distant relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and one brother, William.
A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 11 at 2 p.m. at United Lutheran Church with Reverends Randall D. Johnson and Gary Elg officiating.
Memorials preferred to Mayo Foundation.
Karline Hunter
Karline Marie Hunter, 60, Cannon Falls, died at her home on Tuesday, September 29, 1998.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 1 p.m. at St. Ansgar's Lutheran Church in Cannon Falls with Pastor Dana Peterson officiating. Interment
will follow at the Cannon Falls Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Thursday from 5-8 at Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls.
A complete notice will be in next week's issue.
Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home.
Mary V. Kimmes
Mary V. Kimmes, 86, Hastings, died at Regina Nursing Home on Sun., Oct. 11, 1998.
She was born April 12, 1912 in Vermillion, the daughter of John and Margaret Holzmer. She married Peter Kimmes on Oct. 3, 1933 in Vermillion. He died in 1987. She was a homemaker and member of SEAS parish and C.C.W.
She is survived by a daughter, Delores (Vince) Braun, Hastings; sons Ray (Mickey) Kimmes, Dennison, Don (Kay) Kimmes, and Bob (Gail) Kimmes, Hampton; sisters, Florence Stoffel, Vermillion, Dorothy Bauer and Mabel (Nick) Moes, Hastings; brother, Leo (MaryLou) Holzmer, Hampton; sister-in-law, Myrtle Holzmer, Cannon Falls.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and brothers George, Bill, Ray and Rick.
Funeral services will be held Thurs., Oct. 15 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. Rev. Fr. Eugene McGlothlin, OSB, will officiate. Burial will be in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Cemetery, Hatings. Visitation will be Wed., Oct. 14, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home, Hastings.
Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, Dave Braun, Sue Nieman, Ray Kimmes Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Kimmes, Andy Kimmes, Sara Kimmes and Jillian Kimmes.
Catherine Ohnstad
Catherine Anna Ohnstad, 104, Cannon Falls, died Friday morning, June 25, 1999 at Our Lady of the Angels Care Center in Cannon Falls.
Catherine was born on January 31, 1895 in New Trier, the daughter of Frank and Ernestine (nee Feitz) Beissel. She attended country schools at New Trier and Farmington.
Catherine married Peter Ohnstad. She enjoyed selling ready-to-wear at the Style Shop and Josie Mills' ladies clothing and hat shop. Her last employment was at Ben Franklin where she retired at the age of 80. Catherine enjoyed watching baseball, playing cards, needlework, and reading. She was a longtime member of the St. Pius V Catholic Church in Cannon Falls.
She was preceded in death by her husband Peter in 1960; her parents; sisters and brothers Mame Richette, Madeline Siebenaler, Joe, John, Max, George and Fritz Beissel. She is survived by sisters Rose Thayer of Mauston, Wisconsin and Christine Biskupski of Hastings, and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers were Robert Thayer, Marvin Biskupski, Ray Schabert, Bob, Kent and Ed Beissel.
Mass of Christian burial was held on Monday, June 28 at St. Pius V Catholic Church in Cannon Falls with Fr. Roger Hessian officiating. Interment
was at St. Boniface Cemetery in Hastings.
Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls.
Donald Fredrickson
Donald R. Fredrickson, 83, Red Wing, died Monday, June 28, 1999 at Castle Ridge Care Center, Eden Prairie.
He was born September 13, 1915 in Red Wing the son of Fred and Ruth (Weberg) Fredrickson. He married Bella Iverson on October 25, 1941. He worked for Swanson Trucking Co., Vasa Creamery, he owned and operated buses for Vasa School District and he worked for Cannon Falls School District. He and Bella lived in Vasa for 56 years. She died October 2, 1997. He was a life-long member of Vasa Lutheran Church; he enjoyed playing the violin and played at many local church and community activities.
He is survived by one daughter, Diann (Lance) Smith of Eden Prairie, 2 grandchildren - Carolyn (Douglas) Johnson of Chanhassen, and Ben Smith of Minneapolis; 2 great-grandsons, Avery and Eliot Johnson; 2 brothers, Norman (Hazel) of Cannon Falls and George (Barbara) of Edina. His wife; 1 sister, Beatrice Lee, preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 1, 1999 at 2 p.m. at Vasa Lutheran Church with Rev. Michael Dobbins officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the Mahn Family Funeral Home, Bodelson-Mahn Chapel on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. and on Thursday for one hour prior to the service at the church.
Rosella Carlson
Rosella M. Carlson, age 90, of Cannon Falls, died on Friday, June 25, 1999 at the Our Lady of the Angels Care Center in Cannon Falls.
Rosella was born on April 6, 1909 in Welch, the daughter of Oscar and Hulda (Swanson) Johnson. Rosella grew up and attended school in the Welch and Vasa areas. She was confirmed at the Vasa Lutheran Church.
On November 28, 1931 she married Anton Carlson at Vasa. They made their home in Cannon Falls. Her husband died on March 28, 1983.
In 1996, Rosella moved to the Stonehouse Apartments in Cannon Falls. She enjoyed making quilts, cooking and baking. She was a member of the St. Ansgar's Lutheran Church.
Preceding her in death were her husband; an infant son, Luverne; and brothers, Floyd Johnson and her twin, Roy Johnson.
She is survived by her sister-in-law, Marian Johnson of Cannon Falls; nieces, Diane Johnson of Pasadena, CA, and Arvilla Lundell of Cannon Falls; nephews, Shawn Johnson of Madison, WI, and Lewellyn Johnson of Ely, MN; cousins, Vernon Anderson of Hastings, Leslie Anderson of California; Gloria Barnes of Augusta, WI, Myrtle Peterson of Welch, and Maurine Gruber of Cannon Falls; and friends.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 29, 1999 at 2 p.m. at the St. Ansgar's Lutheran Church, Cannon Falls with Pastor Dean Lundgren officiating. Interment
was at the Cannon Falls Cemetery.
Pallbearers are Lewellyn Johnson, Jim Peterson, Roger Gruber, Larry Welt, David Lundell, and LeRoy Peterson.
Arrangements are by Lundberg Funeral Home, Cannon Falls.
Clara Anderson
Clara Anderson, 101, Lindsborg, Kansas, and formerly of Hayfield, died June 25, 1999 at the Bethany Home, Lindsborg.
She was born Jan. 24, 1898, in rural Sargeant, Mower Co., the daughter of Haldor and Ingeborg Berge. She married Carl Anderson on Nov. 14, 1920. After moving to Hayfield, she was active in Trinity Lutheran Church and senior citizens. She moved to Lindsborg in 1988 and into the Bethany Home in 1992.
She is survived by a daughter, Dolores Attleson, Lindsborg; eight grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews in the Cannon Falls area. She was preceded in death by her husband; two sons, Eugene and Robert, two grandsons, one great grandson, four brothers and six sisters.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 1, at 10 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, Hayfield. Interment
will be in Fairview Cemetery, Hayfield. Memorials are preferred to the Trinity Lutheran Church or Bethany Home.
Marie Endres
Marie C. Endres, 96, died at Our Lady of the Angels Care Center, Cannon Falls, on Friday, June 25, 1999.
She was born April 19, 1903, in Hampton Township, the daughter of Charles and Catherine Rother.
She married Peter Endres on June 17, 1926. He died May 21, 1999. She was a homemaker, and also baked pies for Little Oscar's Restaurant in Hampton.
She is survived by sons, Arnold (Cleo), Babbitt, and David (Darlene), Eagan; daughters Mary (Clifford) Frandrup, Randolph, and Helene (Terrance) Tri, Hastings; brother Carl (Dorothea) Rother, Cannon Falls; 20 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one grandchild, three sisters and two brothers.
Funeral services were held Monday, June 28, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, New Trier, Rev. Fr. Marvin Klaers and Valerius Messerich officiating. Interment
was in St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, New Trier.
Pallbearers were Teisha Berger, Cheryl Endres, Cheri Frandrup, Shelly Kidd, Linda Laine-Alter, Susan Metcalf, Amy Peltier, Julie Tri, Bridgette Anderson, LuAnn Braun and Kathryn Lebewitz. Honorary pallbearers were Lois Bauer, Rosemary Lorentz, Alice Pasch, Kathleen Stein, Delores Kimmes, Jane Ludwig and Lenore Peine.
Rose Doffing
Rose C. Doffing, 90, Hastings, died Wed., June 30, 1999 at Our Lady of the Angels Care Center, Cannon Falls.
She was born March 18, 1909, in Castle Rock Township, the daughter of Peter and Margaret May.
She married Alois Doffing on June 10, 1936 in Hampton. She was a self-employed caterer, and a member of St. Mary's Parish in New Trier, the St. Mary's and St. Theresa's Societies.
She is survived by two sisters, Dolores Kimmes, Cannon Falls, and Marie (Greg) Wollmering, Hastings, two nephews, Jim (Judy) Wollmering, Hastings, and Gene (Judy) Kimmes, Hampton; other nieces and nephews; four grandnieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, brothers Henry, Bill, Leo "Spike" and Ben May, and a sister, Frances Kimmes.
Funeral services were held July 3, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, New Trier, Rev. Fr. Marvin Klaers officiating. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery.
Pallbearers were John Beissel, Ken Kimmes, Dave Kimmes, Ron Frandrup, Jim Wollmering and Bill May Jr. Honorary pallbearers were Helen Gergen, Jeanette Fox, Alice Pasch, Louise Kimmes, Bernie Lorentz and Rosemary Lorentz.
Ida Swanson
Ida Caroline Swanson, 86, Cannon Falls, died on Wednesday afternoon, June 30, 1999 at Our Lady of the Angels Care Center in Cannon Falls.
Ida was born on January 19, 1913 in Leon Township, the daughter of Severt I. and Tinka (Wangen) Berg. She grew up in Leon Township and attended country school at District #44. She was a member of Urland Lutheran Church. She was employed as a cook at the Mineral Springs Sanatorium for a few years prior to her marriage to Arnold L. Swanson on October 28, 1939. Following their marriage, they were members of St. Ansgar's Lutheran Church in Cannon Falls, where she was involved with the ladies aid and sewing circle.
They farmed for many years until Arnold's death on December 31, 1971. Ida continued to live on the farm for two more years, and then moved in to Cannon Falls.
Ida was a member of the Cannon Falls Hospital Auxiliary. She loved quilting, crocheting and embroidery.
She is survived by her son, Gene (Carol) Swanson of Rosemount; three granddaughters, Becky Jo (fiance, Kyle Rygg) Swanson, Bonnie Jo (Terrill) Tschepen and Barbara Jo Swanson; one great-granddaughter, Samantha Jo Tschepen; sister, Gladys Drometer of Cannon Falls; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arnold; and sister, Myrtle Flom.
Funeral service was held on Saturday, July 3 at St. Ansgar's Lutheran Church, with Pastor Dean Lundgren officiating. Interment
was at the Cannon Falls Cemetery.
Memorials are preferred to the American Heart Association or to donor's choice.
Arrangements by Lundberg Funeral Home in Cannon Falls.
