Obituaries

Scott Grindeland

Mar 15, 2024

Scott O. Grindeland, 63, of Glenville, died on March 15, 2024. He passed away while in hospice care in Rochester, Minnesota. He was diagnosed with cancer while being treated at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis.

Scott was born in 1960 in Vancouver, Washington to Robert and Adeline Grindeland. He has three surviving siblings, a brother, John, and two sisters,...

Clifford L. Rask

Mar 15, 2024

Dr. Clifford L. Rask, a beloved family physician known for his caring and compassionate nature, passed away on March 15, 2024, at St. John’s Lutheran Community- The Woodlands in Albert Lea, MN. He was born on November 24, 1936, in Mandan, ND, and it was there where his journey of service and commitment to others began.After graduating from Mandan High...

Helen Mae Edwin

Mar 12, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Helen Mae Edwin on March 12, 2024.

Helen was an adored wife, mother, grandmother and friend, whose presence touched the lives of many. She peacefully departed this life surrounded by her loving family.

A Celebration of Life honoring Helen Mae Edwin of Albert Lea, MN will be held at 11:00 A.M....

Thomas O'Rourke

Mar 11, 2024

Thomas Charles O’Rourke, 76, of Albert Lea passed away Monday, March 11, 2024, peacefully in his home. 

Tom was born Nov. 9th, 1947 in Forest City, Iowa to Jack and Helen (Philpott) O’Rourke. He attended Forest City High School in 1967, and enlisted in the U.S. Army after graduation, serving one tour in the Vietnam War.

He married Betty Anderson in December...

Eugene Loring Larson

Mar 11, 2024

Eugene “Gene” Loring Larson, 88, passed away peacefully on his farm after a long, fulfilled life on March 11, 2024.  He was born on October 29, 1935 to Loring Orlando Larson and Marian Calista Jane Mortensen.He attended country school through 8th grade and graduated from Ellendale High School in 1953.  He married and was faithful to his wife, Audrey Hemingway...

Mary Lucia Querna

Mar 11, 2024

Mary Lucia Querna, beloved mother, sister, friend and musician, left this world on her 69th birthday surrounded by her loving family in Edina, MN. Born in Waseca, MN on March 11th, 1955, to Paul and Mary (Doyle) Querna, Mary was one of seven siblings, who shared many cherished memories of growing up on their family farm in New Richland, MN.Mary...

Darlene Oakland

Mar 9, 2024

Darlene Karen Oakland, 75, of Glenville, passed away on March 9, 2024, at the Prairie Senior Cottages in New Richland. 

A funeral service will be held at 2:00PM on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Service, with a visitation beginning one hour prior. The family will receive friends at a visitation on Thursday, March 14, 2024 from 4-6:00PM...

Randall Wayne Sternberg

Mar 5, 2024

Randall Sternberg, a pillar of the Albert Lea community, devoted father and grandfather passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, at Thorne Crest Living Community in Albert Lea, MN.

Born on November 17, 1954, in South Branch, Randy was a man defined by his unwavering dedication to his family, his community, and his work. Growing up on the family farm as...

Lyle Bowen

Mar 5, 2024

Lyle James Bowen passed away reluctantly, yet peacefully on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Strong-willed and clear-minded until the end, he used his sharp wit to soothe us during his final hours.

Lyle was born at Naeve Hospital in Albert Lea, Minnesota to Maxine and Elmer Bowen on January 13, 1939. The family lived in Oregon, Florida,...

Marjorie Alida Entorf

Mar 4, 2024

Marjorie Alida Goetzke was born February 27, 1925, to Alfred and Ida (Flindt) Goetzke in Albert Lea, Minnesota. She graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1942, attended Albert Lea Junior College, and in 1946 graduated from Iowa State College with degrees in Textiles and Clothing and Home Economics Education. Later, she did graduate work in curriculum development at Mankato...

Jackie Woodside

Mar 4, 2024

Jackie “Jack” Woodside, loving husband, father, and friend, passed away on March 4, 2024, at Nelson Gables in Alexandria, MN. He was born on December 24, 1935, in Albert Lea, MN to Gary and Evelyn (Anderson) Woodside. He graduated from Albert Lea High school and went on to attend Mankato State University for a year before joining the Navy where...

Audrey Stafford

Mar 2, 2024

After a long and very active life, our beloved matriarch and friend, Audrey Ann Stafford passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024, at 101 years old.

Born on August 4, 1922, to Agnes (Schroeder) and Clarence Korman, Audrey was raised in Waldorf, MN. After graduating from Waldorf High School and Teacher’s College, Audrey taught in rural one room schoolhouses until her...

Delores Fischer

Mar 2, 2024

Delores L. Fischer, a beloved wife, and devoted mother, who peacefully departed from this world on March 2, 2024, at St. John’s Lutheran Community- Fountain Lake in Albert Lea, MN.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, March 15, 2024, at St. Theodore Catholic Church, with a visitation beginning at 10:00AM. Burial will be in St. Theodore’s Catholic...

Roland "Rollie" Somnis

Mar 1, 2024

In loving memory of our dear Roland “Rollie” Warren Somnis, a loving husband, beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather who passed away on March 1, 2024. Rollie was born on April 4, 1934 to John and Edith (Reasoner) Somnis.Roland was a proud military veteran, joining the Army with his buddy, Milford Bohonek, before meeting his beloved Patricia “Pat” Weisner and...

Zachary "Zach" Andrew Paulsen

Feb 29, 2024

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Zachary “Zach” Andrew Paulsen, a beloved son, brother, and friend, who departed from this world on February 29, 2024, in Albert Lea, Minnesota. Born on September 11, 1999, to Milton III and Shannon (Brecke) Paulsen, Zachary brought love and joy to those around him throughout his life.

Zach's journey began in Albert Lea,...

Kari Williamson

Feb 29, 2024

Kari Lynette (Kodada) Williamson, 52, of Clarks Grove, passed away peacefully at her home on February 29th, 2024. Kari was born in Northfield, MN on July 7, 1971 to Tom Kodada and Martha Kodada.

Kari graduated from Montgomery High School in 1989 and earned an Associate's Degree in Computer Science from Riverland College in Albert Lea, MN. She went on to...

Duane Falteisek

Feb 28, 2024

Duane Allen Falteisek, a devoted husband, loving father, and faithful man, passed away on February 28, 2024, at his home in Clarks Grove, MN. He was 72.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00AM on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Services, with Pastor Joy Knoppel officiating. The family will receive friends at a visitation beginning one...

Sharon D. Aase

Feb 28, 2024

Sharon DiAnn (Voshell) Aase, 81, of Albert Lea, MN, passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2024 at Thorne Crest Senior Living Community.

Born on January 4, 1943, in the quaint town of Thompson, IA, Sharon was a woman of simplicity and warmth. On June 26, 1961, Sharon married her other half, Larry Gene Aase. Together they welcomed two daughters, Lisa and...

Beulah Goering

Feb 27, 2024

In Loving Memory of Beulah "Bea" May Goering

Beulah "Bea" May Goering, age 86, peacefully departed this world on February 27th, surrounded by her loved ones at her home. Born on October 21st, 1936, to Elmer and Esther Wendroth in Manannah Township, Bea's life was a testament to love, family, and the beauty she cultivated both in her garden and in...

Karen A. Houge

Feb 26, 2024

Karen A. Houge, 86, of Albert Lea, MN, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024 at St. John's Lutheran Community on Fountain Lake. Born on August 14, 1937, in Winona, MN, to Merill and Ebba (Nelson) Baker, Karen grew up in Albert Lea alongside her siblings Lowell and Patricia. Karen's life was one characterized by love, faith, and service to...