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Darlene Tesch, age 92 of rural Waldorf, MN was called to her heavenly home on November 15, 2023. Darlene Dorothy, the first-born child of Leonard and Tillie (Gilster) Proehl entered this world on October 16, 1931 on their farm north of Waldorf in Freedom Township, Waseca County. She was baptized on November 29, 1931, and later confirmed in her Lutheran faith on June 18, 1944 at First Lutheran Church, Waldorf. Darlene’s mother wrote in her confirmation Bible, “There is a great

Joyce Elaine Marie Wayne passed away peacefully on September 21, 2023 at her home in Geneva, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 4, 1930 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and was the only child of her parents Wesley and Mae (Kaufman) Pestorious. Joyce spent her formative years in Ellendale, where she graduated from Ellendale High School in 1948. She attended Mankato State Teachers College before returning home to be with her mother after her father's unexpected passing. On

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting   I answered the phone. The caller sneezed and hung up.  Do you know who it was?  It was a cold call. Driving by Bruce's drive  I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. The guy didn’t talk to me at all on the flight from Seattle to Juneau until we landed, when he asked if he could catch a ride to his hotel. I told him I was riding Shank’s pony

ARRON LEE BARTELT, lifelong Waldorf area resident and farmer, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, September 24, 2023, at the age of 48 years old. Arron was born on March 20, 1975, in Wells, to Barry and Nina (Haakinson) Bartelt. He attended Waldorf-Pemberton Public School and graduated from Janesville-Waldorf Pemberton High School with the class of 1993. Arron loved farming. He enjoyed helping people so much he would give you the shirt off his back. Arron was employed by

Marilyn Jean Quiram, beloved mother, daughter, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 25, 1937, in Rice County, MN, to Sidney and Eleanora (Kokoschke) Meschke, Marilyn lived a life defined by love, joy, and unwavering dedication to her family and her community. Marilyn attended North Morristown School through 8th grade; later graduating from Morristown High School in 1954.  Following her graduation, she

4-H youth from Waseca County participated in the Minnesota 4-H State Horse show Sept. 15-18, 2023. This year, 608 youth from across the state took part in the annual event at the Minnesota State Fair. 4-H members demonstrate their skills and knowledge in hippology (showing knowledge and understanding of equine science and husbandry), horse judging (study of an animal, measuring it against an accepted ideal), horse training and achievement, speech and demonstrations about interest in horses or the horse industry,

ARLENE MARY NELSON, age 85, of Waseca, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at Lakeshore Inn Nursing Home, in Waseca.  She was born on January 3, 1938, in Waseca, a daughter of the late Clarence and Helen (Anderson) Rudolph. She was raised on a farm near Otisco though she preferred to remain indoors as child, close to her mother. She attended District 46 grade school in a one-room schoolhouse. Arlene graduated from Waseca Central High School in 1955 and Mankato

By ELI LUTGENS Publisher/Editor NRHEG Homecoming week 2023 concluded last week with a week full of activities, themed dress up days, coronation, and parades coming to a close Friday. Monday evening, William Tuttle, son of Thaddeus and Jessica Tuttle, alongside Hallie Schultz, daughter of Rick and Jackie Schultz, were crowned King and Queen. Serving as the night’s Emcee’s were Tayler Schmidt, Elsie Schultz and Levin Kitzer. Together the homecoming candidates were introduced, along with a list of their activities, which will follow at the end

Karla Jean Ihrke, 71, of Owatonna died unexpectedly of natural causes, Saturday, September 30, 2023 at her home. She was born August 18, 1952 in Owatonna, Minnesota the daughter of Martin “Max” and Lorraine (Helms) Ahrens. She grew up on a farm outside of Owatonna and attended country school through the eighth grade. She attended Owatonna High School, graduating with the Class of 1970. On January 15, 1972, she married Tim Ihrke in Owatonna. The couple made their home in Owatonna where

Hollandale festivities enjoyed by hundreds By RACHEL LOVERINK Staff Writer The community of Hollandale may not be bustling like it once was, but judging by the droves of people gathered in the center of town last Saturday, this 100-year-old piece of small town America is still very much alive in the hearts of people near and far. The highly anticipated centennial festivities began with an alumni softball game, hosted by Hollandale Christian School. Male and female alike joined in for this Friday night event

NICHOLAS GENE BARTELT, age 42, of Waseca, died on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at his home with his family by his side.  Nick was born on July 14, 1981, in Waseca to Douglas and Julie (Rieck) Bartelt. Nick had a wonderful childhood that began in Waseca before his family moved to Bixby. He spent many summer days and nights in Waseca with family friends where he helped with chores before having the day to ride three-wheeler, snowmobiles, or riding horses around

A decade ago in this space, I wrote about my impending 40th birthday. I went back and read that recently.  In that column, I mentioned that age was only in your mind and that, while I couldn’t physically do everything I had a decade earlier, my body felt pretty good for 40. That was the wrong thing to write. It’s been a bit of a downhill trek physically since then, as if I jinxed myself. I dealt with some colitis for a time,

Darlene Laura Underland, 85 of Ellendale, MN passed away peacefully on August 29th,2023 at her home surrounded by loving family. Darlene was born December 29th 1937, to Albert and Laura (Shewe) Goette in Kiester, MN. Albert and Laura moved to rural Hartland which stayed their home for many years. Darlene attended and graduated from New Richland schools. On December 19 1955, she was married to Richard Underland at St Peter’s Lutheran Church in New Richland, MN. They made Albert Lea their home

NRHEG football falls 14-0 to Randolph By JIM LUTGENS Sports Editor Two plays. That was the major difference, according to coach Marc Kruger, as the NRHEG High School football team dropped its season opener 14-0 at Randolph Thursday, Aug. 31. "It came down to two big plays for the Rockets in the end," said Kruger. "We played a good game, and had some great moments on defense." But, aside from the passing of junior Alden Dobberstein, who threw for 130 yards, the Panthers' offense struggled, rushing

Charlene Otterson Charlene M. Otterson, age 86, of Austin, Minnesota passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023 at Prairie Manor Nursing Home in Blooming Prairie. Charlene was born September 1, 1936 near Blooming Prairie, Minnesota. She attended country school and graduated from Blooming Prairie High School in 1955. She was united in marriage to Lloyd Otterson on October 4, 1957 at Geneva Lutheran Church. Charlene was a woman of strong Christian faith. Lloyd and Charlene purchased a farm north of Austin in

Echoes from the Loafers’ Club Meeting  I ate at the Eat Around It Cafe. They ran out of the special. I always order the special.  So what did you get instead?  A sub.   Driving by Bruce's drive  I have a wonderful neighbor named Bruce. Whenever I pass his drive, thoughts occur to me. I was doing well, even though I occasionally needed to remind myself of that fact. I’d awakened early, wondering how many people name their Roombas and if I spend too much time

Eugene Warke Eugene Oscar Warke, 96, of New Richland, MN passed away peacefully on August 21, 2023 at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea, MN, surrounded by his loving family. Eugene was born on January 23, 1927 in Flint, Michigan to Oscar and Clarissa (Keen) Warke. He was raised on the family farm near Hartland, MN and attended Freeborn School. When Eugene was a senior in high school, he was drafted into the United States Army; serving from April 12, 1945 –

David Erwin Possin, age 75 of New Richland, died on the afternoon of Saturday, August 12, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. David was born in Waseca on May 22, 1948, to parents Erwin and Elinore (Prescher) Possin.  He attended school in New Richland and graduated with the class of 1966.  After high school he served with the United States Army in Vietnam.  Upon his honorable discharge from the service, he returned to Minnesota and continued his education in

Janet Dee Johnson, 81, of New Richland, died on July 7, 2023, at the Homestead Hospice House in Owatonna, MN. She was born on November 5, 1941, in Waterloo, IA, to Howard and Irene (Eaker) Hanson.  She moved with her family to rural Ellendale and was baptized in Hope, MN. Janet was a 1959 graduate of Ellendale High School. She married Roger R. Johnson in Meriden, MN, on May 20, 1961. Janet was an excellent mother to her two daughters,

Anthony “Tony’ L. Arnfelt, age 95 of Waseca, died on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the Benedictine Care Center in Owatonna. Tony was born on his family’s farm in Waseca County on January 19, 1928, to parents Corbie and Esther (Sampson) Arnfelt.  He attended school in New Richland and graduated with the class of 1945.  He enlisted in the United States Navy directly out of high school and served on the USS Hancock Aircraft Carrier where he was