Patty Dolly Ogle Campbell, age 65 of Waverly, passed away peacefully at home Nov. 26, 2014 following a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family and friends including her husband, sons, brothers, daughters-in law, grandchildren and nieces and nephews.
Born in Minneapolis, Nov. 14, 1949 to Harold and Marie Ogle, she grew up in Waverly and attended St. Marys Catholic School. She attended the University of Minnesota and continued her education at St. Cloud State University where she graduated with a degree in Special Education. During college she met and married her life partner, Joe Campbell on Sept. 6, 1969.
In addition to teaching special needs children in the Dassel-Cokato school system for 30 years, Patty was active in many organizations including the American Legion Auxiliary, Waverly Boosters, Lakeshore Association, Humphrey Memorial committee, Waverly Ambassador program and St. Marys Catholic Church.
With her career and life dedicated to improving the lives of youth, many of her challenges in committee work were directed toward young people. As a Legion Auxiliary officer, her main joy was recruiting young girls to attend Girls State each year.
At St. Marys parish, she started a project training high school students to videotape the Mass for playing to nursing home residents.
Patty was a driving force on the committee to create a memorial for Vice President Hubert Humphrey. Her family knew the Humphreys well and her inspiration for special education began when she babysat for a Humphrey grandchild who had Down Syndrome.
In 1994, she was asked to create a town royalty program for Waverlys 125 celebration. She has been dedicated to building the program ever since and was recognized by the Minneapolis Aquatennial this year for 20 years of leadership. She received many awards for teaching and volunteering over the years. Recently an article in the Herald Journal stated, Patty Campbell enjoys making her hometown of Waverly a good place to live.
Patty was preceded in death by her parents, her brother James, sister Vivian and family friend Catherine Campion.
She is survived by her husband Joe; sons Zachary (Serenity), Sean (Jennifer); brothers Thomas (Maureen) and Michael Ogle; grandchildren Ofelia, Phoenix Joseph, Edan, Hugh, Harold and Helen Campbell and lifelong friend Mary Campion. She is further survived by sisters-in-law Phyllis (Bill) Federbusch, Jeanne (Dave) Campbell, Mary Campbell, Karen (George) Burbie and brother-in-law Peter (Kris) Campbell. Patty is also survived by many nieces, nephews, friends, neighbors, former students and fellow teachers.
Mass of Christian Burial was 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 at St. Marys Catholic Church in Waverly, MN. Visitation at the church parish center was from 4-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service Sunday evening and continued from 9-10:40 a.m. Monday prior to the Mass at St. Marys. Interment in the church cemetery.
Arrangements by the Iten Funeral Home in Delano, MN.

June Evelyn Douglas (Fredrickson)
June was reunited with her husband Robert in Heaven on Nov. 30, 2014
She is survived by her loving family that includes
22 grandchildren & 39 great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at the
Evergreen Apartments Community Room
100 w. 3rd, Waconia, MN
Dec. 9th, 3:00

Susan Aline Daggett, age 53 of Eden Prairie, formerly of Watertown, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 30, 2014.
She was born to Charles and Janice (Seaver) Daggett in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Susan was a loving daughter, sister, aunt and friend to many. She was employed as a receptionist at Park Nicollet upon her death. Susan loved spending time with her family, listening to music, and the companionship of her two cats and her dog Daisy.
Susan was preceded in death by her father Charles; brother Charles Jr.; grandparents Harley and Sylva Daggett and Ray and Aline Seaver; uncles Jack Seaver and Dean Seaver.
She is survived by her mother Janice; brothers Peter (Wendy) Daggett, Patrick (Suzanne) Daggett; nieces and nephews Emily, Sam, Dustin, Conrad, Corrin and Thomas.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, December 5, 2014 at 1:30 p.m. at the Watertown Evangelical Free Church in Watertown, Minnesota. Gathering of family and friends will be held in the church from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Friday prior to the services.
Memorials should go to Watertown Evangelical Free Church.
Arrangements by the Itens Watertown Funeral Home.

age 73, of Cokato, formerly of Watertown, passed away December 2, 2014. Preceded in death by grandparents, Arthur and Esther Beckman, Reuben and Esther Tesch; father, Hubert Beckman; step-father, George Strandquist. Survived by mother, Ruth Tesch Beckman Strandquist; children, Chris (Trish) Beckman, Jennifer (Joe) Job, Scott (Staci) Beckman; mother of his children, Sandra Beckman; grandchildren, Leo, Urban, Max, Owen, Gabrielle, Natalie, Emily, Luke; sisters, Susan Mounkes, Janice (Marty) Clancy; brothers, Steve (Merijo) Strandquist, Bob Strandquist; and many other family and friends. Memorial service Friday, December 12, 2:00 PM with visitation starting at 1:00 PM at New Life Assembly of God, 190 Johnson Ave. NW, Cokato, MN with Pastor Al Jones officiating. Funeral services handled by Chilson Funeral Chapel 320-485-4447.

Henry Jacob Bachmann, 89, of Norwood Young America passed away on Friday Nov. 28, at Good Samaritan Society in Waconia.
Bachmann was born on April 28, 1925, in Benton Township. He was the son of Henry and Bertha (Harms) Bachmann. Henry was baptized as an infant by Rev. Rosenau and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth by Rev. Berkenkemp both at St. Johns United Church of Christ in Bongards. He attended elementary school in Bongards and also Central High School in Norwood Young America.
On March 10, 1945, Henry was united in marriage to Lorna Fruetel at St. Johns United Church of Christ in Bongards. They made their home on the family farm near Norwood Young America, Minnesota. Henry and Lornas marriage was blessed with five children, JoAnn, Larry, Ronald and two infant sons. They shared 48 years of marriage, until Lorna passed away on July 11, 1993.
Henry farmed his entire life. He was a lifetime member of St. Johns United Church of Christ in Bongards. Henry served as a deacon and elder for the church and was on the Bongards District 104 School Board. Henry was also a member of the National and State Holstein Association.
Besides farming his other passions were watching sports, fishing, putting together puzzles, playing cards, especially sheep head and taking care of his watermelon, gladiolas, tomatoes and corn. He loved visiting and spending time with his family and friends especially his grandchildren. Henry will be remembered by his good sense of humor and having ice cream floats in mixing bowls.
Henry passed away on Friday, Nov. 28, at Good Samaritan Society in Waconia at the age of 89 years and 7 months.
Blessed be his memory.
Henry is survived by his children, JoAnn Wolter of Norwood Young America, Larry Bachmann and his wife, Jeannette, of Norwood Young America and Ronald Bachmann and his wife, Cheryl, of Norwood Young America; grandchildren, Kurt Wolter and his wife, Jan, Kim Tellers and her husband, Alan, Kelly Farrell and her husband, Dave, Michelle Bachmann and her husband, Charles Spigner, Aimee Bachmann and her husband, Mark Pokuta; great-grandchildren Bailey and Jordan Farrell, Sarah Wolter, Mikayla and Brandon Tellers and Audra and Charles Spigner; brother, Orville Bachmann of Norwood Young America; sister-in-law, Clariss Bachmann of Waconia; step sisters-in-law, Ruth Hoof of Lester Prairie and Esther Hoof of Glencoe; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Henry is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Bertha Bachmann; wife, Lorna Bachmann; two infant sons; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Anna Fruetel; brothers, Hermann Bachmann and his wife, Grace, and Wilfred Bachmann; sister-in-law, Ruth Bachmann; son-in-law, Lowell Wolter; step mom, Alma Bachmann; step sisters, Elvera Scherer and her husband, Tom, Rudella Alsleben and her husband, Lester, and Marlys Katzenmeier and her husband, Lyle; step brothers, Harold Hoof, Raymond Hoof and Vernon Hoof.
Funeral service was held on Wednesday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m. at St. Johns United Church of Christ in Bongards, with interment following at St. Johns United Church of Christ Cemetery in Bongards.
Pastor Adam Westrich officiated the service with organist Joyce Willems. Soloist DuWayne Schmitz sang Beyond The Sunset. Congregational Hymns were How Great Thou Art and Abide With Me. Casket bearers are Kurt Wolter, Kim Tellers, Kelly Farrell, Michelle Bachmann, Aimee Bachmann, Kenneth Bachmann, Christine Smith and Kenneth Hoen.
Arrangements by the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel of Norwood Young America. Online obituaries and guest book are available at www.hantge.com.

Michael Daniel OBrien, age 89, passed away on Dec. 2, 2014, at Elim Home in Watertown, MN.
Mike was a long time teacher and coach in the Watertown-Mayer school district and served as the director of the Watertown summer recreation program for 20 years.
Born April 8, 1925, in Arlington, MN, to William and Mary (ne;e Myers) OBrien, Mike was the first of their seven children. Mike excelled in both academics and athletics at Arlington High School and graduated in 1943. Immediately following his graduation, Mike was drafted into the U.S. Army and served in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters as a combat engineer.
Following his discharge from the Army, Mike enrolled at St. Johns University in Collegeville, MN, and graduated with majors in English and history in 1950. While at St. Johns, he met Mona Stans, and the two were married in September 1952. Mike and Mona moved to Rochester, MN, where Mike worked as a salesman for Gamble Robinson.
In the fall of 1955, Mike started his teaching and coaching career at Watertown High School a career that would span 39 years. In his early teaching career, Mike taught a variety of subjects, including math, geography, history and English, and he coached junior high basketball. As the school district grew and the faculty expanded, Mikes teaching responsibilities focused on junior high and freshman English. He became the head basketball coach in 1964 a position he held until the fall of 1990. Mike also coached junior high football for 30 years.
Mike retired from Watertown-Mayer school district in 1994, after having taught and coached thousands of students in the area. In the classroom, he was well known for his quick wit, his love of the English language, and his ability to make grammar interesting. Courtside and on the side lines, Mike was known for his calm, stoic demeanor and his focus on the fundamentals. He had the respect of both his players and his opponents.
Following retirement, Mike remained an active figure in the community, the school district and Immaculate Conception parish, and volunteered a great deal of his time to a variety of projects.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mona; brothers Bill, Jim and Francis and his parents.
Survivors include his children, Terry (Jane Praeger), Tim (Kay), Mary, Maureen OBrien-Bohan (Mike), Bridget Mazzini (Rich), Mike (Lynne), Jim and Nora Olson (Phil), as well as his 13 grandchildren and brother Pat (Yvonne) and sisters Mary Reeves and TC Buckentine.
Visitation will be Friday, Dec. 12, from 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Immaculate Conception Church in Watertown, MN. Mass of Christian Burial will begin immediately following the visitation on Saturday. Interment with Military Honors is in the church cemetery.
Mikes family expresses their deep gratitude for the compassionate care and lighthearted friendship he received from his caregivers at Elim Home in Watertown. In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer memorials to Elim Home or Immaculate Conception Church, both in Watertown, MN.
Arrangements by Itens Watertown Funeral Home. (952) 955-2610.

Scott A. Drews, age 54, Watertown, passed away suddenly on 11/29/14. Preceded in death by father Roger Drews. Survived by mother Betty; daughters Mathia and Tammy (Wyatt) McIntyre; sons Lee and Jason (Amanda); his 9 grandchildren; brothers Dale and John (Bonnie); and sisters Deb Wright and Sandi Niccum.
Scott grew up in Mound and was an electrician. He loved his children more than anything else in life. He enjoyed fishing, sports, and coaching Lee and Mathias baseball and basketball teams. Scott was like a big kid whose laughter and smile, generosity and good nature, pranks and laid-back attitude will be remembered by all whose life he touched.
A Celebration of Life was held on 12/7/14. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up at Minnesota Lakes Bank (formerly Crow River) for the children.

Robert C. Bob Hyde, age 67, of Waconia, passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014 at the Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia.
Mass of Christian Burial Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. Josephs Catholic Church (41 First Street East), Waconia with Father Bennet Tran as celebrant of the Mass; visitation Thursday 4 to 7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home (141 First Street East), Waconia and one hour prior to the Mass at the church.
Bob was born on Oct. 24, 1947 in Maryville, Mo. He was united in marriage to Jacqueleen Bristow at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Culver City, Calif. He was a devoted Husband, Father, and an adoring Papa. Bob loved his dogs Daphne and Churchhill, also his cats Gracie and Holly. He was a proud veteran of the military, loving his country immensely. Bob had a knack for do-it-yourself projects around the house. He was a wonderful neighbor giving of whatever he could to anyone.
Bob was preceded in death by his sister-in-law and brother-in-law Maxine and Richard Sanborn; father-in-law and mother-in-law Harry and Leola Bristow.
Bob is survived by his loving family: wife Jackie; son and daughter-in-law Brian and Tracy Hyde of Waconia; grandchildren Tracie Hyde, Chris Hyde, Timothy Wright, Therese Wright; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Marilyn and Fred Hill of Yakima, Washington; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers Brian Hyde, Tracy Hyde, Tracie Hyde, Chris Hyde, Timothy Wright, Therese Wright.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Paul V. Kohman, age 86, of Cambridge, WI, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2014, with his wife by his side.
Paul was born on March 14, 1928 at the family home in St. Bonifacius, Minnesota to William H. and Olivia M. (Weinzerl) Kohman.
Paul attended St. Bonifacius Catholic School thru the 8th grade, then graduated from Mound High School at the age of 17. On January 10, 1946 he enlisted in the United States Army at Fort Snelling, MN and was attached to the Panama Canal Department and was sent to California. After his service in the US Army, he enlisted with the United States Army Air Corp. and served in Alaska, where they were assigned to build roads which were also used as landing strips. He was separated from the service at Truax Field in Madison, WI in 1952.
He worked in construction for the next decade, which brought him to Jefferson, WI where he met his soon to be wife, Rose. Paul married Rose Marie Probst on April 1, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa. The couple had their marriage blessed in June 1960 at St. Henrys Catholic Church in Monticello, MN. In the fall of 1960, they moved to Cambridge, WI where they spent the next 54 years. Paul was employed as a heavy equipment operator and a licensed dynamite blaster. He was later employed at Crepaco in Lake Mills for 20 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing , and working in his yard.
He is survived by his wife; Rose Kohman of Cambridge, WI; two daughters, Jacquelyn (Dale) Kutz of Jefferson, WI, and Stephanie (Tim) McCarthy of Evansville, WI, grandchildren: Thomas (Paris Knox) Kutz, Paul (Amanda Schultz) Kutz, and Olivia McCarthy; great-grandson, Chase Kutz; two sisters, Mary Angela (Stan) Giesen and Lois Brose and three brothers, John (Delores) Kohman, Father Thomas Kohman and Edward (Agnes) Kohman. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, two bothers, Robert and Gerald Kohman and a nephew Donald Kohman.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Jefferson, WI.
Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church.
Inurnment will follow the service at St. Lawrence Catholic Cemetery, Jefferson, WI
Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider donating to the family for a church fund, which will be given to St. Lawrence Catholic Church in a memorial honoring Paul.
The Nitardy Funeral Home, Cambridge, WI is assisting the family, www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Evelyn E. Ische, age 89, of Waconia, passed away Sunday, Nov. 30, 2014 at the Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia.
Funeral Service Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia with Rev. Bob Alsleben officiating; visitation from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at the church; interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Benton Township, rural Cologne.
Evelyn was born on May 18, 1925 in Cologne the daughter of Ferdinand and Anna (Finkel) Born. Evelyn was baptized on June 7, 1925 at the Evangelical Church in Waconia and later confirmed on April 10, 1938 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Carver with Rev. V. Ostermann. On Oct. 28, 1944 Evelyn was united in marriage to Marvin Ische at Zion Lutheran Church in Benton Twp. Cologne by Rev. Rottmann.
Evelyn was born in 1925 and raised in Carver County and lived there her entire life. She lost her Dad when she was 2 years old due to a tragic blasting accident. The Dad she knew by age 12 was Gottfried Kroells, who was a kind and good hearted father to her and three siblings. Evelyn married Marvin Ische in 1944 and went on to raise 12 children on a small farm in rural Norwood. She showed love and affection to all her children and to the end, was involved with their lives and the lives of 20 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Birthday, anniversary and holiday cards had to be sent to all her family members and a call on their birthday was a must. Evelyn never had a drivers license, as she was busy cooking, cleaning, baking bread and raising kids and caring for grandchildren, and fussing over the great-grandchildren. She was a kind and gentle person that honestly cared about all members of her family and friends their entire life. Evelyn would be there, to offer her opinion and guidance, that was most likely the best path in life.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband Marvin; daughter Joy Ische; Sons Marvin Ische Jr., Brian Ische; son-in-law Mike Branscum grandson Chris Hennes; parents Gottfried and Anna Kroells; father Ferdinand Born; brother Vernon Born; infant sister Fern.
Evelyn is survived by her loving family; children Maureen (Robert) Kahle of Belle Plaine, Marian (Donald) Klaustermeier of Norwood Young America, Ivan (Gwen) Ische of Arlington; Kevin (Debby) Ische of Waconia, Darvin (Lynette Sam) Ische of Victoria, Joanne Winkler of Waconia, Steven (Kim) Ische of Victoria, Alan (Renae) Ische of Norwood Young America, Troy (Kelly) Ische of Waconia; grandchildren Todd (Ann) Kahle, Terry (Angie) Kahle, Sherry (Brian) Meade, Scott (Theresa) Klaustermeier, Sara (Matt) Yaeck, Brandon (Melissa) Ische, Mike Hennes, Lauren Ische, Hannah Ische, Michael Branscum, Justin Branscum and fiance;e Luisa, Lara Branscum, Ryan Ische, Chad Ische, Megan Ische, Jeremy Ische and special friend Eryn Dunlap, Nicholas Ische and special friend Christina Schaufler, Kayla Ische, Emma Ische; great-grandchildren Matt, Amelia, Dylan, Lilli, Addison, Jessica, Tyler, Nicole, Jaden, Ellie, Lily, Vianca, Dante, Scarlet, Kylee and Emily; sisters Lillian Ische of Waconia, Angie (Gerald) Wischnack of Green Isle; sister-in-law Luella Dummer of St. Louis Park; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers are Evelyns Grandsons.
Honorary Casket Bearers are Evelyns Granddaughters.

Tami J. (Ellefson) Schulenberg, age 50, of Waconia, formerly of Dawson, passed away Thursday, Dec. 4, 2014 at the Lighthouse of Waconia after a long battle with Huntingtons Disease.
Memorial Service Monday, Dec. 8, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church (800 Waconia Parkway), Waconia with Karri Anderson officiating; gathering of family and friends from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the church; interment Grace Lutheran Cemetery in Dawson, Minn.
Tami was born on Dec. 17, 1963 in Montevideo, Minn., the daughter of Merlin and Jane (Janke) Ellefson. Tami was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith. On May 27, 1989 Tami was united in marriage to David Schulenberg at Grace Lutheran Church in Dawson. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Waconia, teaching Sunday School for a number of years. Tami worked as a travel agent and loved to travel the country. She had a fun loving spirit with a great sense of humor. Tami especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends. The joy of her life was her son Andy and husband Dave.
Tami is preceded in death by her brother Troy Ellefson; father-in-law and mother-in-law Damon and Edith Schulenberg; sister-in-law Karen Schulenberg; grandparents Arnold and Ethel Ellefson, Reuben and Agnes Janke.
Tami is survived by her loving family: husband David; son Andrew Schulenberg of Waconia attending college at NDSU for engineering; parents Merlin and Jane Ellefson of Dawson; sisters Teresa (Ross) Lynne of Clarkfield, Tonia (Charlie) Carpenter of Kennett Square, Pa.; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Teresa Ellefson of Friendswood, Texas, Sandra (Richard) Clayton of Northfield, Linda (James) Drager of Aitkin, Tom Schulenberg of Oakgrove, LeAnn (Roger) Hansen of Leving, Ariz., Charles (Mary) Schulenberg of Wells, Alan (Kathy) Schulenberg of Prior Lake, Donald (Denise) Schulenberg of New Richland; nieces and nephews Megan, Matthew, Justin, Sam, Tony, Brittany, Jennifer, Jamie, Jason, Jeremy, Bryan, Justin, Matt, Mike, Darren, Krista, Tim; great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Florence G. Hubbard, age 94, of Waconia, passed away Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at the Good Samaritan Center in Waconia.
Funeral Service Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Lake Auburn Moravian Church (7460 Victoria Drive), Victoria with Rev. Brian Dixon officiating; visitation from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the church; interment Lake Auburn Moravian Cemetery, Victoria.
Florence was born on Oct. 7, 1920 in Strandquist, Minn., the daughter of Victor and Alma (Benson) Sjoblom. On Dec. 3, 1944 Florence was united in marriage to Albert Hubbard in Spokane, Wash. Albert passed away on Oct. 25, 1991. On Nov. 25, 1993 Florence was united in marriage to Robert Hedtke at Lake Auburn Moravian Church in Victoria. Robert passed away on April 16, 2008.
Florence was devoted to her family, very proud of her sons. She was always giving of herself, helping out with multiple charities. Florence was active at Lake Auburn Moravian Church, she was a very faithful person. She was a Registered Nurse for 45 years, starting out as a nurse in WWII. Florence made the best chocolate chip cookies. She was a nature lover taking in all of the scenery and animals that surrounded her. Florence also liked to work in her flower garden. She was a master quilter, making many quilts for the Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women.
Florence is preceded in death by her husbands Albert Hubbard and Robert Hedtke; great-grandson Kellen; brother Eskil Sjoblom.
Florence is survived by her loving family: sons Edward (Marihelen) Hubbard of Naples, Florida, Dennis (Penny) Hubbard of Sunol, Calif., Paul (Sue) Hubbard of Anoka, Doug (Kathy) Hubbard of Minneapolis; grandchildren Nathan, Albert, Grace, Corey, Kimberly, Michelle; great-grandchildren Kyle, Julia, Violet; sister-in-law Irene Sjoblom of Strandquist, Minn.; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers (Grandchildren) Nathan, Albert, Grace, Corey, Kimberly and Michelle.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Southern Valley Alliance for Battered Women.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Rosamond C. Rosie Stiewe, age 92, of Norwood Young America, passed away Monday, Dec. 1, 2014 at the Auburn Manor in Chaska.
Memorial Mass Of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2014 at Church Of The Ascension (323 Reform Street North) in Norwood Young America with Fr. Gregory Abbott as celebrant of the mass. Gathering of family and friends one hour prior to the mass. Interment 10:05 a.m. Monday at Assembly Area #1 at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Rosamond C. Rosie Stiewe was born Feb. 6, 1922 in Cologne the daughter of Charles and Caroline (Bleichner) Fritz. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Bernards Catholic Church in Cologne. Rosie attended the St. Bernards Catholic School and graduated from the Central High School. Rosie then earned a degree in education from St. Cloud State University. Rosie was united in marriage with Norman Stiewe in McCook, Nebraska on Dec. 31, 1944.
Rosie had taught for one year in a country school prior to her career of teaching 37 years at Central High School. Rosie was a faithful member of Ascension Catholic Church where she was a member of the Council of Catholic Women, its Prayer Chain and had volunteered at the churchs bazaar. She was an avid shopper and loved to surprise family with gifts. Rosie enjoyed reading the daily newspaper and conversing on current events. Known as GG by her great-grandchildren, Rosie had a deep love for all of her family.
Rosie is preceded in death by her husband Norman Stiewe; parents Charles and Caroline Fritz; father-in-law and mother-in-law Herman and Anna Stiewe; sisters Adeline Bongard, Lucille Wirtz, Arzella Kemmet, Mary Ann Wirtz; brothers Urban Fritz, Carl Fritz and Mercel Fritz.
Rosie is survived by her loving family: daughter Linda (Lee) Brechtel of Sun Lakes, Arizona; grandchildren Leah Carson (fiance: Bill Boulineau and his daughter Alexa) of Cumming, Georgia, LeAnn (Aaron) Johnson of Stillwater; great grandchildren Charlie Norman Johnson and Ava Rose Johnson; nieces, nephews and many dear friends.
Serving as urn bearer Charlie Norman Johnson and as rose bearer Ava Rose Johnson.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Mary A. Sauerbrey, age 88, of Waconia, passed away Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2014 at Auburn Homes of Waconia.
Funeral Service Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Waconia Moravian Church in Waconia with Amy Gohdes-Luhman officiating; visitation Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia and at the church one hour prior to the service; interment Zoar Moravian Cemetery in Waconia at a later date.
Mary was born on March 15, 1926 in Cologne, Minn., the daughter of Frank and Anna (Bovy) Schug. Mary was baptized and later confirmed at St. Bernards Catholic Church in Cologne.
Mary was united in marriage Frederick A. Sauerbrey on June 1, 1943 at the Moravian Church in Chaska; which remained a loving marriage for 63 years.
Mary was raised in Cologne, Minnesota with her 13 brothers and sisters. She graduated from St. Bernards School in Cologne from the eighth grade and went to Central High School.
Mary and Fred moved to Augusta where Mary raised her kids. While living at Augusta, Mary would go with Fred and the kids to Piersons Lake to go swimming. Mary did not know how to swim but would go in the water with the kids. Her kids were learning how to swim and started to make fun of her because she could not swim, until she eventually learned to swim. While living at Augusta, Mary liked listening in on the neighbors telephone calls. It was a party line and she could hear the different rings and knew which neighbor was getting called. The one she always liked to listen to was a neighbor guy being called by his girl friend.
In 1958, Mary and Fred moved to a farm south of Mayer. Mary always had a large vegetable garden and did a lot of canning and baking and was a good cook. She went to work at the Nightingale Nursing Home as a nurses aide in Waconia until the mid 1960s. She then went to cleaning homes for the next 30 years.
She belonged to the Waconia Moravian Womens Fellowship and always served at church when it came to food. At Christmas time she always made a lot of homemade candy.
Mary loved cats and always fed the birds as well. She enjoyed feeding the birds at the nursing home as well and even a stray cat that would come around once in a while.
Mary and Fred were great dancers, dancing to polkas, waltzes and ballroom dancing. One of their favorites was the Blue Skirt Waltz. May you be dancing in heaven with those you love. Mary liked music and loved to sing.
Mary loved to have fun be it at her childrens weddings, birthdays or holidays.
She was a great care giver and tried to help people she met.
Mary is preceded in death by her husband Fred Sauerbrey: son David; grandson David; father and mother Frank and Anna Schug; 13 brothers and sisters.
Mary is survived by her loving family: children and spouses Roger and Linda Sauerbrey of Norwood Young America, Richard and Sandy Sauerbrey of Montrose, and Carol and Jon Hobert of Cokato; daughter-in-law and husband Jeanne and Darold Zick of Minnetonka; grandchildren Ann and Phil Bovy, Sheila and Jeff Munsterteiger, Shara Lyn Clark, Allen and Heather Sauerbrey, Aaron and Heather Hobert, and Matthew and Bethany Sauerbrey; great-grandchildren Mikayla, Nathan, Owen, Ezekiel, Zachary, Joseph, Antonio, Genevieve, Marcus, Mary, Kairos, and Zachary; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Margaret Schug of Minnepolis, Alice Schug of Eden Prairie, and Celeste Schug of Norwood Young America, Florance Sauerbrey of Apple Valley, LeRoy and Connie Sauerbrey of Fredrick, Wis., Marvin and Mary Sauerbrey of Sturgeon Lake, Bill Sauerbrey of St. Paul, Orville Sauerbrey of Bend, Ore., Marie Snip Steinberger of Victoria, Ross Hughes of Seattle Wash., Mary Ann and Dean Loucks of Martinez Ga., Helen and Norman Matthews of Fredrik Wis., Joyce and Jack Klingbeil of Le Center, Wash., Ruth and Clay Tibbs of Cottage Grove, Martha and George Hauer of St. Paul Park, Linda and Jim Grinnell of Rice Lake, Wis.; nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Casket bearers were Allen Sauerbrey, Aaron Hobert, Matthew Sauerbrey, Tim Schug, Steve Schmitz, Mark Schug.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Alfred A. Kuntz, age 77, of Waconia, passed away on Friday, Dec. 5, 2014 at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis.
Funeral Service Thursday, Dec. 11, 2014 at 2 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church (601 East 2nd Street) Waconia with Rev. Phil Wagner officiating; visitation Wednesday 5 to 7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia and one hour prior to the service at church; interment Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.
Alfred was born on March 26, 1937 in Watertown Twp. the son of Alfred A. and Frieda (Hilk) Kuntz. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia. On Nov. 16, 1963 Alfred was united in marriage to Patricia A. Ward at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Mound.
Alfreds time here on earth consisted of him filling his friends and family up with love and generosity. There are many memories that we have with him. Alfred was part of the VFW and Legion and served overseas in the Army. He was best known for his carpenter skills. He and Floyd started Kuntz Brother Construction in 1971. They built the baptismal fount in church and were part of building beautiful homes and other projects in Waconia and surrounding cities. He enjoyed helping people with projects and could repair or fix anything that people had brought to him.
He loved his family very much. Tricias memories of her dad consist of him being at all of her sporting events growing up, and always saying yes when her mom would say no. Alfred spoiled his two grandchildren, Samantha and Emma, and never missed an opportunity to brag about how they played in their latest game to his friends and family. The house he built and the land he owned was very important to him. He spent most of his time in his garage working on new ways to improve his home.
Everyone knew that he was home when they would drive by and see his car, and two tractors parked outside the garage. A lot of friends and family remember Alfred in his white headband, shorts, no shirt on, and sweating.
One of his favorite hobbies was playing his concertina and being part of his concertina club in New Prauge. He spent many hours practicing and perfecting his music. You could always spark up a conversation with him by mentioning, polka, Molly B or Kelly Pickler.
He enjoyed cutting wood with Lyle and Floyd. His 58 Chevy won him numerous awards and was always show ready. His greatest enjoyment in the last few years of his life was fishing. He would spend countless hours on the lake with his fishing buddies. It was not uncommon for him to catch his limit, come home, drop the fish off and go back to the lake to catch some more! He could never have enough jiggle sticks or fillet knives.
He will always be remembered by family and friends as a very caring, generous, and passion filled person.
Alfred is preceded in death by his parents Alfred and Frieda Kuntz; brother LeRoy Kuntz.
Alfred is survived by his loving family wife Pat; daughter Tricia (Chad) Stender of Winsted; granddaughters Samantha Stender, Emma Stender; brothers Floyd (Betty) Kuntz of Waconia, Lyle (LaVonne) Kuntz of Mayer; sisters Delphine (Cliff) Zellmann of Norwood Young America, Ilene (Charlie) Dietzel of Cologne, Cherilyn (Jim) Luke of Mayer; sister-in-law and husband Marion (Gene) Streachek of Glencoe; brother-in-law Greg Ward of Montrose, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Sharron (Brad) Landsman of Mound; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers Steve Kuntz, Dave Kuntz, Brian Kuntz, Todd Kuntz, LeRoy Kuntz, Craig Wachholz.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Kevin Vance Orr, age 53 of Watertown passed away on December 9, 2014. He was born on August 22, 1961 in Denver, Colorado to Winfield and Marilyn (Jones) Orr.
Kevin loved to ride that Harley. He lived life to the fullest and was loved by many. Kevin was Kevin and he walked by his own beat. He lived by his own rules.
Kevin was survived by Nancy Pierson, son Branden (Savannah), grandchildren Bridget and Londyn, parents Winfield and Marilyn Orr, brother Darin (Cyndi) Orr, and sister Beth Tittus.
Memorial Service will be held 3 p.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2014 at the Iten Funeral Chapel in Delano, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 1-3 p.m. prior to the service. Party following at the Delano Legion.
Arrangements by the Iten Funeral Home in Delano, Minnesota.

Susan M. Kurtz, age 40, of Minneapolis and formerly Norwood Young America, died Monday, Dec. 8, 2014.
Funeral service 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 at Church Of Peace (424 Franklin Street N.) in Norwood Young America with Rev. Dale Inman as officiate. Visitation Friday 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the church.
Susan Marie Kurtz was born Dec. 12, 1973 in St. Paul. She was baptized and confirmed at the Church Of Peace in Norwood Young America. After graduating from the Central High School in 1992 Sue attended North Dakota State University. She had worked at the Fargo County Club in Fargo, N.D., and Runyons and Zelo restaurants in Minneapolis.
Sue loved all aspects of the arts. She enjoyed both reading and writing poetry and recently began painting. Sue loved to dance and studied ballet from a young child on through high school highlighted by her membership in the Bloomington Dance Company. Sue will be remembered for her strong devotion to all of her interests.
Sue is preceded in death by her grandparents Henry and Irene Kurtz; aunt Rosemary Hagen; uncle George Schaffhausen.
Sue is survived by her loving family: parents Clint and Pat Kurtz of Norwood Young America; brothers Tom (Pam) Kurtz of Waconia, Steve (Kim) Kurtz of Hamburg; grandparents Norman and Louise Nelson of Fargo, N.D.; nieces and nephews Cortney (Luke) Minger, Katherine Kurtz, Kylie Kurtz, Ryan Kurtz, Kendra Kurtz, Andrew Kurtz; aunts and uncles Beverly and Russ Slotten of Pelican Rapids, Joycelyn Schaffhausen of St. Paul, Ken and Carol Nelson of Knoxville, Tenn., Ginny and Lynn Marr of Fargo, N.D., Charles and Roberta Nelson of Ayr, N.D., Larry and Corinne Nelson of Salem, Wis., Art Hagen of McLeod, N.D.; special friend Mike Wendland of Minneapolis; as well as other relatives and many dear friends.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Maxine Webster Strauch, age 98, of Waconia, died on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2014 at Auburn Manor in Chaska. Memorial service is on Tuesday, Dec. 16, 11 a.m., at Living Christ Lutheran Church, 820 Lake Drive, Chanhassen. Reverend Mark Tewes will be celebrating Maxines life. Inurnment will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Maxine was born on Oct. 30, 1916, in Carlton, Minn. She was one of five children.
Preceding her in death was her parents, Oscar and Lulu (Quesnell) Webster, husband, Gordon, son, John, sisters, Ethel Christenson, Bernadette Moir, Lois Meszaros and Joyce Macphail.
Survivors include her loving daughters and sons in-law, Sandy and Ken Oemcke of Rochester, N.Y., Dawn & Paul Holmes of Victoria, eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.
Arrangements by the Bertas Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Chaska; www.bertasfh.com; (952) 448-2137.

Frank L. Groschen, age 86, of Waconia, passed away on Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 at Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia.
Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Waconia with Father Bennet Tran as Celebrant of the Mass; a gathering of family and friends one hour prior to the Mass at church; interment St. Josephs Catholic Cemetery.
Frank was born on June 19, 1928 in Mound, Minn., the son of Frank and Florence (Gothmann) Groschen. He was baptized and confirmed at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church in Mound. On May 19, 1950 Frank was united in marriage to Margaret Schelitzche at St. Josephs Catholic Church in Waconia.
Frank was a family man always interested in what was going on in their lives. He was instrumental starting up the Bantam Football program in Waconia and also coached the football teams and the St. Josephs Basketball team. Frank would like to go out fishing on occasion. In his younger day he loved water sports especially water skiing.
Frank was preceded in death by his wife Margaret Snooter Groschen; brother Charles Groschen; sister Mary Malcheski.
Frank is survived by his loving family: children Linda (Kevin) Kleman of Cologne, Jane (Dan) Conser of Norwood Young America, Tom (Kristine) Groschen of Bongards, Dave (Brenda) Groschen of Cologne; grandchildren Lisa (Ryan) Christianson, Joe (Kendra) Conser, Charles Conser and Jamie Dahl, Jenny Conser and Matt Webb, Michael (Amy) Groschen, Katie (Devin) Noeldner, Taylor Groschen and fiance;e Kayla, Trevor Groschen, Tiffany Groschen; great-grandchildren Natasha, Nicholas, Emma, Luke, Cole, Aryssa, Jack and Tayzha; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law Pat Schelitzche of Waconia, Doris and Dick Knights of Rosemount; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Dwayne J. DJ Krienke, age 68, of Mayer, passed away Friday, Dec. 12, 2014 at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis.
Funeral Service Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2014 at 3 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church (209 Bluejay Ave. North), Mayer with Rev. Adam Gless officiating; visitation Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the church; interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Dwayne Julius Krienke was born on Oct. 3, 1946 in Waconia, Minn., the son of Howard E. and Eleanora L. (Bollmann) Krienke. He was baptized on Nov. 3, 1946 and later confirmed on April 10, 1960 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia by Rev. Stehr. On June 13, 1970, Dwayne was united in marriage to Krystyna M. Jasinski at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia by Rev. Stehr. This union was blessed with three daughters Darla, Debie, and Drucilla.
Dad took pride in his work. Retiring after 35 years from Wacholz Masonry in April, 2006. He served 20 years on the Mayer Fire Department. He loved his country, joining the U.S. Navy after high school. Dad was stationed on the USS Forrestal and was aboard the ship when it caught fire on July 29, 1967. The later part of his life he faithfully served his local VFW.
Dad had passion for many things. Many years of bowling leagues and tournaments, shooting darts for his church team. A devoted NASCAR fan. A fiercely competitive and more than once in a while, lucky card player. Hunting was one of his favorite things. He shot his fair share of game. No matter the season it was good for hunting. Even at 11 below, with the bullets barely firing oh how he longed for that Big Buck!
Whether nice and sunny or 10 degrees and 4 of ice, Dad loved to fish. Call it jiggling, casting, trolling or spearing. Dad caught what would bite or swim near his hole. If you had an interest or were just old enough to hold a pole, Dad would take you and teach you how to catch a dandy or keeper.
Dad loved his family above all things. Starting with Krys who fulfilled his love for pie, hot dish and most everything else. His girls were his world and those beautiful grand kids were his latest pride and joy. He enjoyed brotherly bonding and spending time with friends and extended family. If you caught Dad on a story telling day, no matter the story, stretched in inches or fragments of truth, he would beam ear to ear, head to toe with joy. Dad will remain forever in our hearts.
Dwayne is preceded in death by his parents Howard and Eleanora Krienke; niece Nikki Krienke.
DJ is survived by his loving family: wife Krys Krienke; daughters Darla (Todd) Hoyles of Hamilton, N.D., Debie (Alan) Payette of Scotia, N.Y., Drucilla Krienke (Jeff DeLong) of Baldwin, Wis.; grandchildren Alyssa, Violet and Erich Hoyles, Isabell and Eathan DeLong; brothers Rev. Howie (Linda) Krienke of Minnetonka, Arthur (Sandi) Krienke of Grand Prairie, Texas, Steve (Judy) Curfman of Dassel; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Lois and Ed Cota, Nikola and Charlie Richardson of Marquette, Mich., Lee Jasinski of Grimes, Iowa, Ed and Ann Jasinski of Chandler, Ariz., Mike and Joni Jasinski of Chicago, Ill., Mary Fran and James Fields of St. Louis, Mo., Raymond and Beth Jasinski of Seattle, Wash.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers are Josh Krienke, Jeremy Krienke, A.J. Bollmann, Bob Curfman, Andy Curfman, Russ Corson.
Memorial contributions will be given to MICU unit at the VA Medical Center in Minneapolis.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home, Waconia; (952)442-2121; www.johnsonfh.com.