Marian “Sue” Hahlen, 81, of Albert Lea, MN, passed away peacefully at St. John’s Lutheran Home in Albert Lea, MN, on September 23, 2022. Marian Sue Hahlen was born on December 29, 1940 to Louis and Elvina (Dezell) Hahlen in Albert Lea, MN.  She attended and graduated from Albert Lea schools.  Following her graduation, she attended Globe College for six months and then returned to Albert Lea to work. She worked at various places in the area and retired from...

Kenneth Leonard Meives, 80, of Albert Lea, MN passed away peacefully on September 16, 2022, in Rochester, MN. Kenneth was born on June 20, 1942, in Phillips, WI, to Marion and Rosella (Neisen) Meives.  Kenneth was the second oldest of nine children and grew up on the family farm in Elk, WI.  He attended Arbutus Hill Elementary school and was active in the Camp Merrill 4-H club. Following his graduation from Phillips high school in 1960 Kenneth entered the workforce.  He...

Roger Leroy Baldwin, 85, passed away peacefully at his home on September 16, 2022. He was surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 22, 2022, at 2:00pm at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Albert Lea, MN. Pastor Michael Lilienthal will officiate. Visitation, from 5:00 to 7:00pm, Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at Bonnerup Funeral & Cremations Services, in Albert Lea, MN.  Also, one hour prior to the service at Our Savior’s...

Marlene Schumacher, of Albert Lea and formerly of the Twin Cities, died on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at Thorne Crest Senior Living Community. She was 84 years old.  Marlene Dolores (Burkhardt) Schumacher was born on March 13, 1938, to Ben and Dolores (Micke) Burkhardt in Thorp, Wisconsin. She graduated from Thorp High School and went on to attend vocational school. On October 17, 1959, Marlene was united in marriage to Louis "Lou" Schumacher. Strong in her faith,...

Lagertha Mae Burgdorf, infant daughter of Esther Turner and Brian Burgdorf, Jr., gained her wings on Tuesday, September 13, 2022.  In addition to her parents, survivors include a sister, Renesmee, and paternal grandfather, Brian Burgdorf, Sr. Baby Lagertha is welcomed to Heaven by her maternal grandparents, Larry Turner and Donna Torres, and her paternal grandmother, Terry Leisen.  "There is no footprint too small that it cannot leave an imprint on this...

Warren Craig Torgerson, 82 of Geneva, MN, passed away peacefully at home, with family by his side on September 11, 2022, after a courageous battle with cancer. Warren was born on July 22, 1940, to Francis and Frances “Jane” (McCormick) in Albert Lea, MN.  He was raised in Geneva, MN and attended Ellendale-Geneva schools where he played football, basketball, and baseball.  Following his graduation in 1958 he attended Mankato State University for one year and then...

Marjorie Elizabeth (Marge) Boelman passed away peacefully on September 11, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea, MN.  Her four daughters were grateful to visit her often in this skilled nursing facility after her fall in April.   A memorial service will take place at Bonnerup Funeral Home on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour before the service. Lunch will follow the service.  Marge will be inurned with her parents at...

Janice Kay Van Wilgen, 79, of Hollandale, passed away on Sunday, September 11, 2022, at Mayo Health Systems in Austin. Born on January 14, 1943, in Albert Lea, she was a daughter of the late Kenneth and Wilda (Nelson) Van Riper. On June 24, 1961, in Albert Lea, Janice was united in marriage to John “Sonny” Van Wilgen. Together the couple raised five children and co-founded Van Wilgen Farm Drainage Company. Strong in her faith, Janice was a longtime member of the Conservative...

Steven Kip Olson, 54, of Albert Lea, MN, passed away on September 8, 2022, from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident. Steven was born on March 5, 1968, to Larry and Judith (Broskoff) Olson in Albert Lea, MN.  He was raised in Albert Lea in the Olson family home.  Before he even began walking, he began talking to random shoppers at the grocery store; so, his love for talking with people was very obvious from the beginning.  As a youngster he was active in the Riceland...

Mork, Helen L., age 99, died on September 8, 2022 at Catholic Eldercare in NE Minneapolis. Helen was survived by sisters Lenore Johnson of Shakopee and Lois Wasmoen of Albert Lea; son Doug Mork (Mary Beth Bierwagen) of Minneapolis and son-in-law John Peterson (Deb) of Albert Lea; and many beloved  grandchildren, nephews, nieces, other family and friends. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, September 24th at 1 pm, with visitation one hour prior at Holy Trinity Lutheran...