Obituaries

Michael Foster

May 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael James Foster, who died surrounded by his family on May 24, 2025, at the age of 51. A memorial service in Michael's honor will be held at the United Methodist Church in Ellendale, Minnesota on Saturday, May 31, 2025. The family will greet visitors at 10:00 AM and...

Marilyn Joy Ochs

May 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Marilyn "Joy" (Josephson) Ochs on May 23, 2025. Born to Fernley and Marion (Larsen) Josephson on November 3, 1934, in Austin, MN.

Known fondly by all as Joy, she lived up to her moniker in every way. With her beautiful smile, she had the uncanny ability to light up...

Donald Kenison

May 20, 2025

Donald LeRoy Kenison passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at St. John's Lutheran Home in Albert Lea, at the age of 96.

Born April 10, 1929, in Bolan, Iowa, to Roy Henry and Althea Collette (Hummel) Kenison, he attended Barton Township Grade School and graduated from Kensett High School in Iowa. While waiting for his high school sweetheart to...

Donna Jean Ludtke

May 19, 2025

Donna Jean Ludtke, age 97 of Albert Lea passed away peacefully on May 19th 2025 at St. John’s Lutheran Community.

Donna was born on September 1st, 1927 to Christine and Edwin Ingvaldson. She was raised alongside her brother, Elwood and three sisters, Irene, Jennelly and Karen. She graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1945 and worked as a dental assistant...

Pamela A. Sorlie

May 19, 2025

Pamela Anne Sorlie, age 73, or Albert Lea, MN, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by family on Monday, May 19th.

All services are private.

Virginia Mae Stenseth

May 19, 2025

Virginia (Sullivan) Stenseth passed away on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Good Samaritan Society in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Virginia was born on December 16, 1930, in Twin Lakes, MN to Louis and Gertrude (Donahue) Sullivan. After graduating from Albert Lea High School in 1948, she worked in the office of Wilson & Company until 1950 when she moved to Oakland, California....

Mark Cooper

May 18, 2025

Mark Steven Cooper, age 75, or Albert Lea, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025 at St. John's Lutheran Community on Fountain Lake.

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 3rd at 11:00 AM until time of Service at 11:30 AM at Bonnerup Funeral and Cremation Services, 2210 E. Main Street, Albert Lea, followed by interment at Lakewood...

Viola Krogsgaard

May 14, 2025

Viola Deloris Krogsgaard, age 96, of Ferryville, Wisconsin, formerly of Freeborn, Minnesota, passed away unexpectedly on May 14, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems in Albert Lea.

A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, May 23 at 10:00 AM until time of memorial service at 11:00 AM at West Freeborn Lutheran Church, 695th Ave, Hartland, MN. Following the memorial service,...

William Jon Bair

May 13, 2025

William “Bill” Jon Bair passed away peacefully at his home in Albert Lea, MN on May 13, 2025, at the age of 83, leaving behind a legacy of wit, wisdom, and unapologetic honesty.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the Freeborn American Legion, 202 5th Avenue Freeborn, Minnesota.

Bill was born...

Barbara C. Solberg

May 13, 2025

Barbara (Barb) C. Solberg, 94, died Tuesday, May 13, 2025, in La Crosse, WI.

A funeral service will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 2, 2025, at Trinity Lutheran Church, New Richland, MN. The Rev. Linda McPeak will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service.

Barbara Crowe Solberg was born March 9,1931 at home near Hartland. Barb was...

Mark Donald Falk

May 12, 2025

Mark Falk, 64, passed away at home on May 12, 2025. He will be remembered for his quiet strength, generous spirit, and deep love for the outdoors.

Born on March 17, 1961, to Donald and Peter (Hoese) Falk, Mark grew up in Albert Lea, Minnesota, as the eldest of three brothers. He graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1979.

In his...

Annabelle Frazier

May 10, 2025

Annabelle Mae (Nicholson) Frazier, 93, passed away on Saturday May, 10th at St. John's with her daughter by her side, holding each other's hand. Annabelle went to heaven to be reunited with her siblings and parents whom she deeply missed, especially her twin sister Adeline

Annabelle was born on February 28th, 1932 to Alvin and Annabelle Nicholson in Mansfield Township, Freeborn...

David Paul Olson

May 8, 2025

David Olson, a beloved husband, brother, and friend, passed away May 8th, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on October 6th, 1944, to Paul R. Olson and Alta S. Olson in San Diego, California. At the age of one, David's family moved to Hayward, Minnesota, where he would remain a devoted member of the community throughout his...

Jerold Duane Fulfs

May 8, 2025

Jerold Duane Fulfs, age 74, of Albert Lea, MN died on May 8, 2025 at home surrounded by family.

A Celebration of life will be held on Monday, June 16th from 11:30 am until 2:00 pm at South Edgewater Park Large Pavilion North in Albert Lea, MN. Interment will be private at Hillcrest Cemetery.

Jerry was born in Albert Lea on June...

Ruth C. Sanders -Scuba Mama

May 5, 2025

Ruth C. Sanders passed away at her home in Burnsville, MN surrounded by loved ones on May 5, 2025. Memorial is set for June 21 11AM at Order of Eastern Star Unity Chapter 29 303 A North Main St, Austin, MN 55912 .                                    ...

Marlene Johansen

May 4, 2025

Marlene Alice Johansen, 74, passed away May 4th, 2025 in her home in Albert Lea, Minnesota.

Marlene was born in Manchester, MN, on September 13th 1950. She was a twin! She had many siblings to grow up with; built in best friends truly. Later on, the family moved to Albert Lea, where she resided for the rest of her days.

On September...

Howard Sigurdson

May 4, 2025

Howard Gerald Sigurdson, 99, of Albert Lea, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, at Thorne Crest Senior Community in Albert Lea.

Born in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Howard was the son of Helmer and Gunda (Gunderson) Sigurdson. He was a remarkable man whose life was defined by his unwavering devotion to family, friends, and community.

A proud veteran of the Army, Howard...

Craig Jensen

Apr 30, 2025

Craig Lyle Jensen passed away at his home in Geneva, Minnesota on April 30, 2025. A memorial service in Craig's honor will begin at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 8th, 2025 at Clayton Cemetery on 65th Street in Bricelyn, Minnesota.

Born January 26, 1946, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Craig was raised in Geneva alongside his brother and sister. After...

Patrick "Pat" Raymond Bergen

Apr 24, 2025

Patrick “Pat” Raymond Bergen, 82, of Albert Lea, MN passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at his home surrounded by family. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Bonnerup Funeral & Cremation Services in Albert Lea with a visitation one hour prior.

Pat was born on July 24, 1942, at Naeve...

JoAnn K. Johanning

Apr 23, 2025

JoAnn Kathryn Johanning, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on April 23, 2025, at Thornecrest Retirement Community in Albert Lea, at the age of 84. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Born on January 4, 1941, in Wilmont, MN, JoAnn was the cherished daughter of the late Al and Iva (Arens) Sieve. She dedicated her life to her...