Obituaries
Patricia Johnson
Nov 20, 2023
Patricia “Pat” Johnson (Swanson), 85, passed away on November 20, 2023, at Mayo in Austin, MN. Pat was born to Mildred Anita Schiager (Lunning) and Arvid Selmer Swanson on June 9, 1938, in Albert Lea, MN. She was baptized at Hartland Lutheran Church and confirmed at Grace Lutheran in Albert Lea. She was active in Junior League and Choir in...
Gary Edstrom
Nov 16, 2023
Gary Roland Edstrom, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and resident of Glenville, MN, passed away on November 16, 2023, at the age of 75. Born on October 30, 1948, in South Minneapolis, Gary led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of all who knew him.
A patriot at heart, Gary proudly served his country in the United States Army...
Lisa Marie Dulas
Nov 14, 2023
Lisa Marie Dulas (née White), 62, a lifelong resident of Albert Lea, passed away unexpectedly at her home on November 14, 2023.
Lisa was born on July 17, 1961, to the late Gabriel and Mary White. She graduated from Albert Lea High School in 1979, where she excelled in both hockey and softball. Her athletic achievements showcased her competitive spirit...
Paul Keith Romer
Nov 12, 2023
Paul Keith Romer, 83 passed away peacefully at St Mary's Hospital in Rochester, MN on November 12, 2023 surrounded by family.
Paul was born in Albert Lea, MN on November 14, 1939 to Harold and Gladys (Berg) Romer. Paul was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Albert Lea. He attended District 58 grade school and graduated from Albert...
Sharon Renee Meyer
Nov 12, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Sharon Renee Meyer, age 76, on November 12, 2023. She peacefully departed this world, surrounded by her loving family, in the very town she called home throughout her life.
Sharon was born on April 2, 1947, in Albert Lea, MN, to proud parents Milbert and Irene (Challgren)...
Barbara Sanderson
Nov 11, 2023
Barbara (Jensen) Sanderson, 89, passed away on November 11, 2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Community-The Woodlands. Barbara was born on November 26, 1933, in Albert Lea, MN, and her legacy will live on forever in the hearts of those she touched throughout her life.Barbara married Thorvald Sanderson on March 19, 1955, in Mason City, IA and were blessed with 47...
Marilyn Janor Tomczak
Nov 9, 2023
Marilyn Tomczak, 89, passed away peacefully at The Woodlands-St. John’s Lutheran Community. She was born July 6, 1934 to Clarence & Judith (Hanson) Wick in Albert Lea, MN. She married John Tomczak and later divorced. Together they welcomed a son, Paul.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; son, Paul Tomczak; sister, Beverly Anfinson; and brother, Dean Wick.
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Joyce Reese
Nov 9, 2023
Joyce Reese, 97, of New Richland, peacefully passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2023, at the New Richland Care Center with his family by his side.
Born on August 30, 1926, in rural Steele County, he was a son of the late Oscar and Nora (Bakken) Reese. Raised on a family farm, Joyce's love for farming began at an early...
Lori Lobb
Nov 9, 2023
Lori Lobb, 70, a lifelong resident of Albert Lea, passed away on November 9, 2023, at Mayo Clinic- Albert Lea Hospital.
Born on August 1, 1953, in Albert Lea, she was a daughter of the late Leland and Betty (Peterson) Abben. Lori had an infectious spirit, always finding a reason to smile, and touched the lives of those around...
Paul Duane Field
Nov 8, 2023
Paul Duane Field, a dedicated husband, loving father, and active member of the Albert Lea community, passed away on November 8, 2023, at the age of 75 in his hometown. Born on April 18, 1948, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, Paul was the beloved son of the late Duane and Florence (Nash) Field.
Paul attended Albert Lea High School, graduating in...
Marilyn Faye (Wiertsema) Hardies
Nov 7, 2023
Marilyn passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on November 7th, 2023.
Marilyn Faye Hardies was born January 12th, 1947, in Artesia, CA, to George and Lena (Frey) Wiertsema. (California Girl) She moved to Rushmore MN at the age of three. She attended school in Rushmore until 8th grade. She then went to high school in Worthington and graduated in...
Anita Cantu
Nov 6, 2023
Anita passed away peacefully in her sleep early in the morning on Monday, November 6. She never fully recovered from her battle with COVID-19, which began in November of 2020. She fought hard for 3 years, and although her fight was not without pain, she never stopped smiling and caring for the people she loved. She always lived her life...
Philip Garcia
Nov 3, 2023
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Philip Jose Garcia, who passed November 3, 2023. Philip was born on December 9, 1965, in Albert Lea, Minnesota, to parents Eusebio (Joe) and Lily (Zamora) Garcia.
Phil graduated from Albert Lea High in 1985, where he forged lifelong friendships both at school and at Youth for Christ. An avid...
Stuart Vincent Kubat
Oct 31, 2023
Stuart Vincent Kubat, 66, of Clarks Grove, MN passed away on October 31, 2023 at Rochester Methodist Hospital, Rochester, MN after suffering a stroke on October 28th.
Stuart was born November 17, 1956 in Owatonna, MN to Jerome and Mildred (Standke) Kubat. Stuart married Gala (Vander Stoep) Seath on July 7th 1984 and became step-father to Stacy, Nicole and Erik...
Marilyn Jean Quiram
Oct 30, 2023
Marilyn Jean Quiram, beloved mother, daughter, and respected member of the community, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 25, 1937, in Rice County, MN, to Sidney and Eleanora (Kokoschke) Meschke, Marilyn lived a life defined by love, joy, and unwavering dedication to her family and her...
Norman Richard Billat
Oct 30, 2023
Norman Richard Billat of Albert Lea passed away on Monday October 30, 2023 at St. Mary's in Rochester, MN at the age of 74. A service in honor of Norman will be held at a later date.
Pamela Charlotte Shaw
Oct 29, 2023
Pamela “Pam” Shaw of Pemberton, MN passed away peacefully surrounded by family on the evening of Sunday, October 29th 2023, after her courageous 7 year battle with Leukemia.
Pam was the oldest and loudest of six children, born December 12, 1951 to Eugene and Arletta Goettl in Mankato MN. Pam wasmarried to Thane in 1969 and had three children....
James Allan Carlsen
Oct 27, 2023
James Allen “Jim” Carlsen, 77, of Rochester, formerly of Albert Lea, peacefully passed away on October 27, 2023, at the Cottagewood Senior Communities in Rochester.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held privately.
James Allen Pierick
Oct 27, 2023
James (Jim) Allen Pierick, 73, of Clarks Grove, MN, passed away on October 27, 2023, at Mayo Clinic's St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, MN.
James was born on April 27, 1950, in Des Moines, IA, to James Clair Pierick and Mary (Gottner) Polich. He spent his childhood in Des Moines where he graduated from North High School in 1968. He...
Robert Maxwell
Oct 25, 2023
Robert “Bob” Maxwell, 94, of Albert Lea, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society of Albert Lea.
Born in Des Moines, IA, on December 16, 1928, he was the son of Roscoe and Alta (Barker) Maxwell, the second of 3 children and the only boy. The family moved to Albert Lea when he was young...
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