Obituaries
Jim Dean Johnson
Jan 28, 2024
On this day, the Valkyries have taken Jim to Valhalla, where he will forever feast at Odin's table.
Jim Johnson, 94, of Albert Lea (MN) passed away peacefully on January 28, 2023.
Born in Oklahoma, he grew up in Minneapolis (MN)), After graduating from Central High School, Jim served in the (US) Army (Field Artillery, Ft Sill,OK } and as an...
Robert John Pestorious
Jan 26, 2024
Robert John Pestorious passed away on Friday, January 26, 2024, at St. John's Lutheran Community. He was born August 31, 1928, in Albert Lea, Minnesota to John and Marie (Ravn) Pestorious and was raised with his brother, Gerald Pestorious. Robert graduated from Alden High School in 1947 where he played football, basketball, and baseball; He continued to play softball after...
LaVonne "Bonnie" Bailey
Jan 25, 2024
LaVonne Marleen Bailey, affectionately known as Bonnie, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Center in Albert Lea, MN. She was 88 years old. Born on September 18, 1935, in Albert Lea, Bonnie was the beloved daughter of Laurence H. and Margaret C. (Weberg) Bailey.
Bonnie lived a life dedicated to service and faith. She was baptized...
Rob K. Sibilrud
Jan 17, 2024
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, only to reawaken in his new...
Paul Joseph Miller
Jan 17, 2024
Paul Joseph Miller passed away at the New Richland Care Center on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 from cancer complications.
Paul was born October 11, 1941, and grew up on the family farm in New Richland, MN. He was the oldest of eight children born to Francis and Harriet (Erwin) Miller. Paul graduated from New Richland High School in 1959 and after...
Rande Lee Nelson
Jan 15, 2024
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...
Steven Eugene Waldo
Jan 13, 2024
Steven “Wally” Eugene Waldo, a beloved member of the Glenville community, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the age of 54. Born on February 21, 1969, in Minneapolis, MN, Steve was the son of the late Wayne and Gail Waldo. He was a loving father, grandfather, a cherished brother, and a dear friend to many.Growing...
Leonard "Lennie" Ray Whiteside
Jan 13, 2024
Leonard (Lennie) Ray Whiteside died peacefully at the Mercy One Hospital in Mason City, IA on January 13th 2024 with family by his side.
Leonard was born on August 3rd, 1955 to Kenneth and Kathryn (Jaquis) Whiteside at the Waverly Hospital in Waverly, IA. He was the youngest of three children. Leonard grew up on various farms in the area that...
Cory Steele
Jan 12, 2024
Cory Michael Steele, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on January 12, 2024, at the age of 46. Born on September 4, 1977, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Cory was the loving spouse of Carmen “Michelle” Steele and a devoted father to his two sons, Brendon and Jaydon. His tragic loss has left a void in the hearts...
Ignacio "Nash" Chavez
Jan 12, 2024
Ignacio “Nash” Chavez, a hardworking man who valued his family above all else, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2024, with family by his side. Nash was born on March 14, 1942, in Overton, NE, to Phyllis (Hernandez) and Telesforo Chavez.
From a young age, he learned the importance of dedication and providing for his loved ones, and he carried...
Delcie Lee Brandt
Jan 10, 2024
Delcie Brandt, a wonderful gardener, and great cook, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024, at the age of 80 years and 11 months, at Thorne Crest. Her legacy, rich with the beauty of meticulously tended gardens and the warmth of lovingly prepared meals, speaks volumes of her love for life's simple, yet profound, joys.
Born on February 7, 1943, to...
Joanne Doreen Bergland Olson
Jan 9, 2024
Joanne Doreen Bergland Olson passed away at Thorne Crest Senior Living on January 9, 2024 at the age of 86. Born February 15, 1937 to John and Dorothea (Nelson) Anderson, she was born, baptized, and confirmed in Albert Lea, MN.
Joanne was preceded in death by her parents; first spouse John Bergland in 1991, and her second spouse Laverne Olson...
Raymond Harold Gavle
Jan 8, 2024
Raymond H Gavle, 88, of Albert Lea, passed away Monday, January 8, 2024, at St. John's Lutheran Community-The Woodlands.
A memorial service for Ray will be held Saturday, January 20, 2024, 11 a.m., at Bonnerup Funeral and Cremation Services in Albert Lea with Pastor Michael Harris officiating. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the service.
Ray was...
Deborah Lynn Madson
Jan 7, 2024
Deborah “Debbie” Lynn (Goodemann) Madson left this world on Sunday, January 7, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Hartland, MN.
Born on August 8, 1951, in Albert Lea, MN, Debbie lived there until after her high school graduation in 1969. Deborah brought joy and laughter to everyone who knew her. She had an undeniable zest for...
Susan Gladso
Jan 6, 2024
Susan Gladso, 74, of Albert Lea, the beloved wife of Olle Gladso, passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the Mayo Clinic- St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00PM on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the New Life Christian Church, with Pastor Vern Harris officiating. The family will receive friends at a visitation...
Betty Ellertson
Jan 6, 2024
Betty Jane (Howdahl) Ellertson, 84, joined her loved ones in the Kingdom of Heaven on January 6, 2024.
Born May 5, 1939, in Baudette, MN, to John and Gertrude (Witt) Howdahl, Betty grew up alongside her brothers John, Harold, Carl, Earl, and sister Gladys. After graduating from Baudette High School, Betty met her husband, Darrell, and the two were wed...
Velma Zent
Jan 4, 2024
Velma Eileen Zent passed away peacefully, into the embrace of our Lord, with her loving family by her side, on the morning of January 4th, 2024, in Albert Lea, MN.
Velma was born July 17th, 1930, in McIntosh, SD to Bessie and Hayes Strampher. She was the second oldest of eight children. The majority of her childhood was spent in...
Helen A. Knapp
Jan 3, 2024
Helen Ann (Schultz) Knapp, 86, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at St. John’s - the Woodlands, in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Born in Princeton, Minnesota on July 20, 1937, to Fred W. and Anna E. (Oliver) Schultz, Helen attended Princeton High School.
Helen married Robert “Bob” Knapp in the mountains above Santa Cruz, California on March 5, 1960. Together...
Jane Leigh Wagner
Dec 31, 2023
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...
Doris Miller
Dec 29, 2023
Doris Mae (Kvanbek) Miller went home to Our Heavenly Father on Friday, December 29, 2023, and was made whole. There she joined her husband Robert K Miller and daughter Wendy Lane once again. Along with her parents Jacob and Linnie Kvanbek, twin sister Dorean F Brouillette, sister Thelma (Heggen, Tollefson) Ree, brothers Virgil Heggen and Julian Kvanbek. Her in-laws and...
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