Obituaries
Judith "Judy" Myers
Jun 14, 2024
Judith "Judy" Joanne (Washer) Myers, born on April 25, 1936, in Sheldon, IA to Earl and Julia Washer, died on June 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Judy was a visionary about the importance of quality early education for children, spending much of her life working toward that goal. She embodied the sentiment, expressed by Nelson Mandela, that "history...
LeVine Paulson
Jun 13, 2024
LeVine Raxine (Loken) Paulson passed away on June 13, 2024, at the New Richland Care Center. She was 98 years old. LeVine was born on January 30, 1926, to Clarence and Palma (Olson) Loken at the Norby farm in Ellendale, MN. She was baptized at First Lutheran Church in Ellendale, started Wednesday school at the church at the age of...
Crystal Ferley
Jun 12, 2024
Crystal Helen (Anderson) Ferley passed away peacefully on June 12, 2024, at Thorne Crest Senior Living Community in Albert Lea, MN, at the age of 100.
Born to Ole and Wilhelmina Anderson on August 9, 1923 in New Richland, MN, she later made her home in Albert Lea, where she completed her education at Albert Lea High School in 1942. Crystal's...
Par Su
Jun 11, 2024
Par Su,44, of Albert Lea, peacefully passed away on June 11, 2024, at his home with his family by his side.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00PM on Monday, June 17, 2024, at Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Services, with a visitation beginning at 1:00PM. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery.
A full obituary is pending.
Richard Leroy Lestrud
Jun 6, 2024
Richard Leroy Lestrud passed away peacefully on June 6, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN surrounded by his loving family.
Born on September 13, 1939, to proud parents Harvey and Clara (Jensen) Lestrud, Richard spent his childhood on a farm in southern Minnesota, where he developed a deep connection to the land and a love for hard work. He...
Nadine Leah Gilomen
Jun 3, 2024
Nadine Leah Gilomen passed away on June 3, 2024 at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN.
Nadine was born on February 19, 1962 to Ted and Mary Dolezal in St. Paul, MN. She grew up in the Midway area in St. Paul, MN and in 1976 moved to Northfield, MN. In 1979 she was married to Mike Gilomen; less than a year...
Domingo Samora
Jun 1, 2024
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Domingo Perez Samora, born on July 21, 1957, in Plainview, TX, to his beloved parents Jose Sr. and Consuelo (Perez) Samora. He departed from this world on June 1, 2024, at his residence in Albert Lea, MN at the age of 66.
Domingo led a remarkable life filled with an unwavering...
Marianne H. DePoppe
May 31, 2024
Marianne DePoppe, age 89, of Albert Lea, MN passed away peacefully at her home on May 31, 2024. A favorite hymn “The Old Rugged Cross” was quietly playing as she took her last breath on earth and went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Marianne was born on a farm in Walters, MN on November 15, 1934. She...
Jeanene Kay Reese
May 31, 2024
Jeanene was born to Sylvia Nelson in Albert Lea on October 19, 1939. She was raised by her grandparents (at the same location where she and her husband would later build their last home) while her mom worked as a nanny.
At the age of 6, her mother married Raynard Jepson. They then moved to the farm where she grew up. ...
Orlene Woodside
May 31, 2024
Orlene Berniece (Thompson) Woodside, 87, died on May 31st, 2024, at Nelson Gables Living Center in Alexandria, Minnesota. Orlene was born on Sept. 24, 1936, on the family farm outside of Ellendale, Minnesota, to Bernice (Ohnstad) and Orlando Thompson. She graduated from Ellendale High School and the Naeve Hospital School of Nursing.
Orlene married Jack Woodside on May 23rd, 1959, at...
Apryl Brand-Applehans
May 29, 2024
Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant Apryl.
Apryl Cora Brand-Applehans (nee Tostenson) was given life in Her mother's womb by her creator and was born on April 26, 1937, the child of D.V. and Edna Tostenson in Gallup,...
George Stieglbauer
May 29, 2024
George Ralph Stieglbauer of Geneva, MN passed away May 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at St Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN.
George Ralph Stieglbauer Jr. was born on August 26, 1943, in Albert Lea, MN, to George and Etta (Nelson) Stieglbauer. Growing up in Geneva, George was known for his rambunctious nature that settled when he met, Susan Wayne,...
Ronald James Benson
May 28, 2024
Ronald James Benson passed away on May 28, 2024, at the U of M Hospital, Cardiac Unit, Minneapolis.
Ron was born July 15, 1970, in Albert Lea to Russ and Peggy Benson. He attended Albert Lea Schools. Ron worked at Farmstead Foods and other factories as a mechanic. He was an excellent auto mechanic and had a knack for fixing anything...
Charles "Chuck" Claud Van Wey
May 26, 2024
Charles Claud Van Wey, peacefully passed away in his home, surrounded by his loving family on May 26, 2024. Born on July 21, 1938, in Frankville, IA, to Lester and Vivian (Letchford) Van Wey, Charles, known to many as Chuck, lived a life filled with love, kindness, and hope.
After graduating from Postville High School in 1957, Chuck entered the workforce...
Valie Rae Iverson
May 25, 2024
Valie Rae (Jensen) Iverson, a beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on May 25, 2024, at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. Valie dedicated her career to providing compassionate care at healthcare facilities such as Good Sam, St. John's, and Thorne Crest before her well-deserved retirement. She also briefly worked at the Albert Lea Tribune, showcasing her diverse talents and dedication...
Barbara Anne Botten
May 23, 2024
Our beloved Anne passed away on May 23rd, 2024. She was a beautiful woman with a kind and spirited soul. Family and friends will miss her laughter, love, and smiles.
Anne spent her first years in Albert Lea attending grade school and participating in 4H, Brownies, and Girl Scouts. She cared for and gave so much love to her younger brother...
James Vasquez Espinosa Sr.
May 22, 2024
James Vasquez Espinosa Sr passed Wednesday, May 22 2024 in Albert Lea Minnesota. He was 64 years old. James was born June 28th 1959 in Winnebago Minnesota to Armando and Cruz (Vasquez) Espinosa. James attended Madelia Public Schools and Graduated from Mankato college as a chef. James lived all over the country choosing Albert Lea to call home. He married Helen...
Mary Sue Zamora
May 21, 2024
Mary Sue Zamora, age 77, died on Tuesday, May 21st at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.Mary was born on August 27, 1946 in McAllen, Texas, to parents Paul and Alejandra Adams. She was the oldest of 12 children. When she was young, her family moved to Minnesota. Mary spent the rest of her life in Albert Lea, MinnesotaJesse and...
Ronald Lang
May 18, 2024
Ronald Dean Lang, born on July 5, 1954, to Richard and Betty (Betow) Lang in Albert Lea, MN, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 18, 2024, at the age of 69.
Ronald spent his early years in Glenville, MN before moving with his family to Albert Lea and later to a farm in rural Albert Lea....
Donald Sabin
May 15, 2024
"In loving memory "
Donald Thomas Sabin, 66, passed away May 15, 2024 at his home in Elmore, Mn.
Don was born June 23, 1957 to loving parents Ralph and Gladys Sabin. He was the third of their five children.
Don enjoyed time with his niece's and nephew's and on various farms caring for horses and other farm animals.
Shortly after high-school he...
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