Obituaries

Mar 13, 2024

Barbara Ann Meyer, 85, of Dodge Center, MN passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Fairview Care Center in Dodge Center, MN.

Barbara was born on July 26, 1938, in Hayfield, MN to Bert and Violet (Hegna) Beaver. She graduated from Kasson-Mantorville high school in 1956. She worked as a Dietary Aid at St. Mary’s Hospital...

Mar 12, 2024

Kirk Duane Jenson was born on October 19, 1954, to Ronald and Elaine Jenson in Minneapolis, MN he left us on March 12, 2024, at the age of 69.

He grew up moving around a lot with his family. He loved living in the country as he grew up with horses which he loved.

After...

Mar 11, 2024

David James Johnson, 74, of Kasson MN passed away peacefully while surrounded by family on Monday, March 11, 2024, at Mayo Clinic St. Mary’s Campus in Rochester MN.

Dave was born on January 26, 1950, in Oakes ND to Donald & Phyliss (Frederick) Johnson. He graduated from Buffalo High School in 1968 and immediately started his lifetime...

Mar 6, 2024

Bonnie Jean (Baker) Arndt, 80, of Kasson, MN earned her wings on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.  She was born on July 27, 1943, to Ralph and Phyllis (DeYoung) Baker.  She was raised and graduated school in Kasson, MN.  Bonnie lost her mom at the age of 11 and gained a new loving mother, Carole Baker.  On December 4, 1982,...

Mar 6, 2024

Elizabeth (Liz) Fredrickson, 95, died on March 6, 2024, at the Field Crest Care Center in Hayfield, MN.  She was at peace and surrounded by her family and caring Field Crest staff.

Liz, was born on September 9th, 1928, in Blooming Prairie, MN to John and Marie (Peterka) Fiebiger. She grew up on a farm in a...

Mar 4, 2024

Richard "Dick" Neitzel, 86, of Dodge Center, MN, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024, at the Fairview Care Center in Dodge Center, where he had resided for the last two years.

Richard Clarence Neitzel was born on November 7, 1937, in Owatonna, to Clarence and Ruth (Barker) Neitzel. He graduated from Owatonna High School in 1951.  ...

Mar 3, 2024

Ronnie Dean Coulson, 72, of Kasson, MN passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2024.

Ronnie's family is composing his obituary and it will be available soon.

To share a special memory or condolence please visit www.czaplewskifuneralhomes.com, Czaplewski Family Funeral Homes, 801 7th St SE Kasson, MN 55944 (507)634-6510. Blessed be his memory.

Feb 23, 2024

Marleen Jane Wachholz, 88, of Kasson, MN passed away peacefully on Friday, February 23, 2024, at home surrounded by her family.

Marleen was born on June 4, 1935, to George and Minnie (Jacobs) Drexel at home in Dakota, Valley, MN.  She attended county school for seven years, then went on to graduate from Winona Senior High School...

Feb 18, 2024

Jackie “Jack” Ray O’Dell, 69, passed away on February 18, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus in Rochester, Minnesota.

Jackie was born on May 29, 1954, in Yuba City, CA.

Jackie was united in marriage to Debra Stoppel on September 1, 1990, in Reno, Nevada.  Jack was a laborer for McNeilus and Millenium Gutters...

Feb 15, 2024

Jeffrey Dee Moe, 63, of Rochester, MN passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at his home after battling several years with Parkinson’s Disease. Jeff was born on November 27, 1960, in Austin, MN to Eldon and Mildred (Hisey) Moe.

Jeff graduated class of 1980 from Mayo High School and then went on to work at...

Feb 13, 2024

Walter Larkin Coleman, 93, of Kasson, MN passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at Edenbrook Care Center in Rochester, MN.

Walter was born on December 15, 1930, in Chicago, IL to Walter and Lela Mae (Allen) Coleman.  He married Dolores Nelson on January 20, 1951, in Chicago, IL.  They moved to Kasson, MN in 1988.  ...

Feb 10, 2024

Norbert Arnold Scherger, 81, of Dodge Center, MN passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at Pine Haven Care Center in Pine Island, MN surrounded by his loving family. Norbert Scherger was born in Kasson, MN on July 14, 1942, to Arnold and Rose (Ohm) Scherger. He graduated from Dodge Center High School in 1960. He married Deloris Koperski...

Feb 9, 2024

Jaden D. Wootton, 74, of Rochester, MN passed away on Friday, February 9, 2024, at his home while researching Judeo Christian scriptures and comparative theology. Jaden was a member of the Jesus People Movement out of Southern California and traveled the United States setting up small home churches for 20 years. He also did in home bible study and...

Jan 22, 2024

Anne Marie Morris, 62, of Waltham, MN went on to be with the Lord on Monday, January 22, 2024, at her home.  She was born on January 30, 1961, in South St. Paul, MN to Stanley and Teresa (Celigan) Pawlik.

Anne enjoyed living on the farm with Larry and spending time with her family. She was a...

Jan 22, 2024

Ann Marie Schoppers, 76, of Northfield, MN formerly of  Dodge Center, MN, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 22, 2024, at Three Links Care Center in Northfield, MN.

Ann is survived by her daughters, Suzann (Manny) Gutierrez, Wendy (Mike) Apitz; son, Curtis (Angel) Schoppers; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by...

Jan 3, 2024

Patrick Boyum, a lifelong resident of rural Hayfield, MN, peacefully departed this world with his loving family by his side on January 3rd, 2024. Born on May 16, 1965, to Kendall and Julie Boyum, Patrick leaves behind a profound legacy of love and cherished memories.

Survived by his devoted wife, Sally (Knutson) Boyum, of 4 years, Patrick...

Dec 23, 2023

Brenda Renee Bronner, 76, of Dandridge, Tennessee passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 23, 2023.

Brenda was born March 25, 1947, in Concord, MN to Phyllis (Vrieze) and Vernie Pool. Brenda graduated from West Concord High School in 1965. She worked for IBM for many years until her retirement. Throughout her retirement Brenda enjoyed reading and attending...

Dec 20, 2023

Carol Ann Welsh, 87, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at Fairview Care Center in Dodge Center.

Carol Ann Boyum Welsh was born to Rueben and Mildred (Kramer) Boyum on October 4, 1936, in Farmington, Minnesota. They continued to live there until she was 3 years old when they moved to Dodge Center to be close...

Dec 18, 2023

Jean Barbara Smith, 84, of Kasson, MN passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 18, 2023.

Jean was born on January 5, 1939, to James and Aldora (Bushner) Kusch in South Milwaukee, WI.  She worked as a nurse in a variety of hospitals and roles including a school nurse, St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI, Gilettes Childrens...

Dec 12, 2023

Emil Sowieja, 100, of Dodge Center, MN passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital in Rochester, MN.

Emil was born on Easter Sunday, April 1, 1923, at the family farm home in Holdingford, MN.  Emil was the sixth child out of ten to be born to John and Anna Sowieja.  In 1940,...