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I’ve had a good start for the current year of 2023. I was invited and I attended the creamery association every decade meeting in the third year of the decade prior to high noon the 31st of January. Translated to the exact date of meeting high noon, January 2, 2023 for this decade. The qualification to be invited was to have delivered milk to one of, at that time, creameries business in Minnesota counties of Steele, Waseca, Mower, or Freeborn. Through my parents

I’ve had a good start for the current year of 2023. I was invited and I attended the creamery association every decade meeting in the third year of the decade prior to high noon the 31st of January. Translated to the exact date of meeting high noon, January 2, 2023 for this decade. The qualification to be invited was to have delivered milk to one of, at that time, creameries business in Minnesota counties of Steele, Waseca, Mower, or Freeborn. Through my parents

Robert Gerald Kipp, age 75 of Waldorf, died on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at the Mayo Clinic-Methodist Campus in Rochester. Born on February 4, 1947 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, he was the son of Gerald and Ethel (Roberts) Kipp. Bob graduated from Waldorf-Pemberton High School in 1965. Following his schooling, Bob served in the U.S. Army where he was stationed in Germany. Bob was united in marriage to Susan Brandt on August 16, 1969. Following his discharge, Bob began his career

Larry H. Otto met Jesus face to face the evening of Saturday, December 31, 2022. He was called to his Heavenly home from his earthly home in Ellendale, where he and his wife lovingly shared the last 23 years of their 51 year marriage. Larry’s strong heart weakened, and he passed with no lingering pain or brain injury. For that, we, his family, are thankful. Larry is survived by his wife Emily (Busho) Otto, their daughter Bethany Boswell, her husband Curt,

Keith “Chuck” Charles Wakefield of Burnsville and Hartland, MN and Milltown, WI died suddenly and peacefully at home on December 16th at the age of 73. Survived by his wife and best friend of 38 years, Dr. Shelley (Nelson) Wakefield, and daughters Brooke (Tristan) Jernall and Leah Wakefield.

Mary Ann Louise Kramer, age 72, of Granite Falls, MN passed away Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Avera McKennan Hospital, Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, January 2, 2023 at Granite Falls Lutheran Church, 350 9th Avenue, Granite Falls, MN, with Rev. Joyce Capp and Father Paul Timmerman officiating. Visita- tion will take place at the church from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on January 2, 2023. Condolences may be sent to the family at:

Lilly Bertha Krause, age 96, of Waseca died on December 24, 2022 at Prairie Home Field Crest Assisted Living in Cottonwood. Born on January 8, 1926 in Wes- ton-Marathon, Wisconsin to Au- gust and Clara (Block) Wetzel. Lilly was united in marriage to Victor Elgin Krause on December 27, 1952 at the Assembly of God Church in Wells. Together they had three children and made their home on the farm in Wilton town- ship. Following Victor’s passing in 1959, Lilly continued

Linda Anderson Kofstad, 84, Hartland, MN, passed away Thurs- day, December 22, 2022 at SMP- Health Ave Maria, Jamestown, ND.  Linda Anderson was born Janu- ary 29, 1938 to Lester and Isabelle (McDaniel) Anderson on their farm near Juanita, ND. She was raised on their farm south of Glen- field, ND and attended grade school at Eastman #1. Linda grad- uated from Glenfield High School (Class of ’55). She received a Bachelor’s Degree from the School of Journalism at the University

Lola Ann Supalla, 72, passed away on December 6, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN, with family by her side. Lola was born on June 9, 1950 to Bradford and Ione (Burmeister) Spear in Mankato, MN. She was raised in southern, rural Minnesota towns until settling in Hartland with her family in her teenage years. She graduated from New Richland – Hartland High School in 1968 and then attended college at Mankato State University for a short time. Lola

Gertrude Hattie Elaine Johnson, 93, of Owatonna, MN passed away peacefully on November 21, 2022 at the New Richland Care Center, New Richland, MN.  Gertrude was born on Sep- tember 15, 1929 to Carl and Edith Johnson in New Richland, MN. She was raised on the family farm in New Richland and attended New Richland District #85 country school. She attended the Minne- sota School of Business in Minne- apolis for two years and following her college graduation moved to Owatonna.

Jean Lois Ahlstrom, 91, of Geneva passed away on November 21, 2022 at Whispering Oaks Living in Ellendale, MN with her loving girls by her side.  Jean was born on June 20, 1931 to Lawrence and Magdalene (Larson) Bartsch in Albert Lea, MN.  She attended and graduated from Ellendale-Geneva High School. Following her graduation, she attended Austin Community College in Austin, MN where she took business classes.  She had a career in the banking business and retired from the Geneva State

Donald was born on January 25, 1931 in New Richland, MN to the late Bert and Myrtle (Groth) Root. A veteran of the United States Army, Don proudly served his country during the Korean War and was a member of the Waseca VFW “Sweet-Sommers” Post 1642 Honor Guard. Skilled with his hands, Don worked as a mechanic at Kraft Foods, formerly Birds Eye, in Waseca for many years. On January 10, 1970 in Winona, MN, Don married the love of

Donald John Entwisle, 91, of New Richland, MN, passed away peacefully at his home on November 11, 2022, surrounded by family. Don was born to Richard and Cecelia (Reckers) Entwisle in Sioux City, IA on May 13, 1931. He attended school in Adrian, MN at St. Adrian’s Catholic School. After graduation, he attended South Dakota State College where he obtained his degree in Pharmacy in 1953. Don was united in marriage to Arlis Johannsen on August 11, 1953, and they were

Joanne Mary Cromwell, 84, of Geneva, MN, passed away on November 12, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her loving family.  Joanne was born on January 26, 1938 to Clarence and Della (Waldemar) King in Geneva, MN. She at- tended and graduated from Albert Lea School. On October 27, 1957 she married the love of her life, Donly Cromwell at Community Lutheran Church in Geneva. They continued to make Geneva their home where they raised their 5 children.  Joanne’s pride and joy

Clayton (Bud) Tufte passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family. Bud was born October 28, 1935, to Arthur and Edna (Hyland) Tufte, in Oakland Township, the youngest of 4 children. He was baptized and confirmed in the Oakland Lutheran Church. He lived in rural Albert Lea and graduated from Austin High School. While working at the Albert Lea Tribune in 1954, he met the girl of his dreams, Connie Studer. He enlisted into

WENDELL JOSEPH ARMSTRONG, age 82 of Waseca, died unexpectedly following a short battle with cancer on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at his home.  Born on July 22, 1940, in Waseca to Benjamin and Agnes (Root) Armstrong. Wendell received his education at Waldorf Public School, graduating with the class of 1958. In 1961, he enlisted into the Army National Guard where he served for 6 years. On August 1, 1964, Wendell was united in marriage to Ruth Ann Swenson at St. Joseph

GARY “ERNIE” E. BAUMAN, age 74 of Waseca, passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022, at his home in Waseca. Born in Waseca on September 6, 1948, to George E. C. and Lois C. (Yess) Bauman. He graduated from Waseca High School. Following his education, Gary worked various construction jobs. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church. He enjoyed the outdoors and gathering with his friends and family. Gary is survived by his children, Trisha (Jay) Meinke of Nebraska, Katie

JOHN ALBERT BOKELMANN, age 68 of Waterville, passed away after a five year long, ourageous battle with Kidney Cancer. On the afternoon of Saturday, October 22, 2022, at Mayo Clinic Hospital – Methodist Campus in Rochester, Minnesota. Born in Morristown on February 2, 1954, John was the son of Albert and Helena (Geisler) Bokelmann. On December 3, 1977, John married Melodee Coyle and this would be their 45th year of marriage. He attended two years of vocational school in Jackson, studying

Jody was born on February 10, 1957, to James and Lillian (Gustafson) Mitchell in St. Paul. She was a beloved daughter, wife, mother, aunt, and grandmother. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, October 6, 2022, at her home while surrounded by family as they sang hymns of praise.   As a young girl she accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. Her faith and family were always centermost.  This was the foundation in which she faithfully lived her entire

Gerald (Jerry) Stencel, 81, of rural Waseca, MN passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer.  Visitation will be from 4:00-7:00 PM with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 pm on Thursday, September 22, 2022 at State Street Chapel of Dennis-Steffel-Omtvedt Funeral Home in Waseca (711 N. State St, Waseca). Visitation will continue one hour before the service at church on Friday.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM