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BRUCE ALLEN WILKER, age 77 of New Richland, died on Sunday, March 31, 2024 at the Benedictine Living Community in Owatonna. Born on January 5, 1947 in Waseca, he was the son of Harvey and Charlene (Pachl) Wilker. Bruce attended Waseca Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1965. Following his education, he enlisted in the United States Navy, honorably serving his country from 1966 – 1969. Bruce was united in marriage to Virginia Fell in 1966, and later divorced. Throughout

Thomas Joseph Chicos Jr., 102, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 3, 2024 at New Perspective Assisted Living in Faribault, MN. Born on March 5, 1922 to Thomas Sr. and Monica (Geise) Chicos, Thomas was raised on the family farm, where he developed a deep love for the land and farming. He attended Trenton grade school and later graduated from Freeborn High School in 1940. Following his graduation, he continued to pursue his passion for agriculture. At

LaVerne Charlie Miller, 80, of rural Owatonna, died Tuesday, April 2, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 30, 1943 at home on the farm in Lemond Township, the son of Charles and Virginia (Fischer) Miller. He attended country school and high school in Owatonna through the 10th grade. He married Beverly Holleschau on May 12, 1973 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Owatonna.  They made their home on the Miller family farm where they raised

Paul Donovan, age 71, of New Richland passed away the evening of Monday, March 18, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Rochester. Born on September 21, 1952 in Colorado Springs, CO, he was the son of Willis and Winefred (Gravitt) Donovan. He attended Titusville High School. He enlisted in the US Army and Marines on February 8, 1970 where he served in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged. He was united in marriage to Lynn Nelson on October 22,

PAUL MARK DONOVAN, age 71, of New Richland passed away the evening of Monday, March 18, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Rochester. Born on September 21, 1952 in Colorado Springs, CO, he was the son of Willis and Winefred (Gravitt) Donovan. He attended Titusville High School. He enlisted in the US Army and Marines on February 8, 1970 where he served in the Vietnam War. He was honorably discharged. He was united in marriage to Lynn Nelson on October

It might be said I owe the members of NRHEG’s culinary competition teams an apology. I went along last month as 10 “ProStart” students took part in state-level competition. ProStart is a program sponsored by the National Restaurant Association. It creates opportunities for students who enjoy preparing and serving food to see the career possibilities the field offers. I felt it was something the newspaper should cover–state level competition. I was glad to go. But the day was going to be long,

Michael Charles Coy, age 71, of rural New Richland, died at his home with his family by his side the morning of Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Mike was born in Wells on February 28, 1953 to parents Clifford and Sue (Weaver) Coy. He graduated from high school in Waldorf before continuing his education at Albert Lea Vo-Tech, where he studied diesel mechanics. He worked various jobs over the years, including construction, Bird’s Eye Foods, Brown Printing, and as a Diesel Mechanic.

By ELI LUTGENS Publisher/Editor A remarkable feature of the NRHEG cheer team’s season was the “second-ever” trip to national-level competition both for these athletes and for NRHEG schools. They concluded their season with an eighth-place finish at nationals the week of February 7-10. NRHEG coach Joni Churchill started off her group’s portion of the night congratulating and thanking everyone involved in winter sports. “You all have a lot to be proud of and we had so much fun cheering you on,” Churchill said. “Thank you

By ELI LUTGENS Publisher/Editor A packed week of Snow Week events at NRHEG included five dress-up days, a dodgeball tournament, the crowning of the King and Queen, and concluded with a dance in the high school gymnasium Royalty gathered together in the NRHEG high school gymnasium Tuesday afternoon, January 30 to find out who among them would be crowned King and Queen. Malonna Wilson and Danny Deniz-Clark were crowned 2024 Snow Week King and Queen by the NRHEG 2023 Homecoming King and Queen William

BRENT THOMAS POSSIN, age 50 of New Richland died on Friday, January 26, 2024 in Cancun, Mexico. Born on April 18, 1973 in Waseca, Minnesota, he was the son of Richard and Sharon (Owens) Possin.  He graduated from NRHEG High School in 1991.   While in high school Brent was active with FFA.   He went on to graduate from South Central Technical College in Mankato with a degree in Agriculture Business.   Brent married Lianne Preuss on February 20, 1999 at the Evangelical

Rob K. Sibilrud, 65, passed away after his courageous 40-year battle against myotonic dystrophy on Wednesday, January 17, 2024. With Judy’s care and the limitless compassion of St. Croix Hospice, Rob was able to spend his final days at home, surrounded by familiarity and comfort. He is no longer trapped in his weak body, and has reawakened in his new perfect body. Born on November 13, 1958 to Kenneth and Shirley Sibilrud, Robert found great joy in his farming and trucking

Rande Lee Nelson, beloved husband, father, son, and grandfather, passed away on January 15, 2024 at the age of 64 at his home in Albert Lea, MN. With heavy hearts, we reflect on the life of a man whose love, generosity, and unwavering dedication to his family and community touched the lives of many. Born on September 5, 1959 to Melvin and Darlene (Hassing) Nelson, in Albert Lea, MN, Rande was raised in the Clarks Grove area. He attended Clarks Grove

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting  I think I’ll have my class reunion at my place. I’ll provide all the food, valet parking and a place for everyone to spend the night.  Wow! That will be a great expense for you.  Naw, I was homeschooled.   Driving by Bruce's drive  I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I walked on a day when shivering counted as exercise and I took on the quixotic undertaking of shoveling snow,

By DEB BENTLY Staff Writer “What other small town can say it has more than 10 thriving businesses on its main street?” asked Kellie Mrotz, member of the Ellendale Gathering Place Mural Committee. “We have that today because of the strong history of our community and the strong connections among the people who live here.” About 25 people, including representatives from three newspapers, attended an informational session regarding the committee’s work so far toward erecting a mural in an unoccupied lot along Highway 30

The weather was the talk of the Christmas season this year 2023 – second only to that little feller in a manger. The area record high was 52 degrees on Christmas Eve and 53 degrees on Christmas Day. The high temps for this time of the year created lots of unusual things  - for example. 1. No ice skating, snowmobiling or cross-country skiing. 2. No local ice fishing. 3. No snow shoveling. 4. No heavy bundling of clothes to stay warm. 5. Night crawlers were out

Jane Leigh Wagner gained her wings on December 31, 2023 with her loving family by her side at St Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN.  Heaven just got a little windier when the hurricane blew in.  Mama Jane, Hurricane Jane, or Mama Wags, no matter what you called her she was sure to be your friend through thick and thin and support you with no judgement.  Jane lived life BIG, loved hard, and cared tremendously for those she surrounded herself with.  Born on

Winston Burnett Evenson, a loving father, grandfather, and proud member of his community, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving daughters, on December 22, 2023 at the New Richland Care Center. Born on June 28, 1927 in New Richland, Winston was the son of Arthur and Alice (Sunde) Evenson. After graduating from New Richland High School in 1945, Winston answered the call of duty and joined the United States Army on September 5, 1946. Serving his country with honor and dedication,

BRIAN JAMES VOGELSANG, age 60, of Waldorf passed away on Monday, December 4, 2023 at Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital in Rochester. Born on November 7, 1963 in Wells, MN, Brian was the son of Robert and Shirley (Kipp) Vogelsang. He graduated from Waldorf-Pemberton High School with the class of 1982. He continued his education briefly at the University of Minnesota in Waseca. He spent his early years working alongside his parents. He helped with their family dairy farm until he moved

Mary June Krohn, 80, of Hartland, MN passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on December 2, 2023 from pancreatic cancer. Mary June was born on June 14, 1943 in Kiester, MN to George and Anne (Wipplinger) Anderson. She was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Kiester. When Mary June was one, her family moved to a farm in New Richland, MN. She was confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church and graduated from New Richland High School in 1961. Following

CARL SCOTT FISCHER IV “SCOTT”, age 58, of Janesville, died on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato. Scott was born on December 29, 1964 in Wells to Carl Junior and Barbara (Linde) Fischer. He received his education at Waldorf-Pemberton Public Schools, graduating with the class of 1983. Scott served in the Army Reserves before beginning his working career. He worked at Cochran's, E.F. Johnson Co., Itron, and Froehlich’s Sandblasting and Painting. He also worked as a