Marvin W. Richter, age 81, of Norwood Young America, passed away Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014 at the Auburn Home in Waconia.
Funeral service 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014 at St. Johns Lutheran Church (101 SE 2nd Avenue) in Norwood Young America with Rev. David Winter as officiant. Visitation Tuesday 4 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday one hour prior to the service all at the church. Prayer service Tuesday evening at 6:45 p.m. Interment in Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis.
Marvin Wesley Richter was born the son of Otto and Mary (Adams) Richter on Dec. 3, 1933 in Springfield Township of Kossuth County, Iowa. Marvin was baptized on Jan. 14, 1934 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Elmore and later confirmed in the faith at the same church on Aug. 3, 1947. He was a graduate of the Elmore High School and the Dunwoody Industrial Institute.
On Aug. 23, 1956 Marvin was inducted in the United States Army where he served until his Honorable Discharge on May 28, 1958 at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Marvin was awarded the Rifle Sharpshooter medal. On May 1, 1971 Marvin was united in marriage with Mary E. Johnson at the Little Brown Church in Nisswa, Iowa.
For over 50 years Marvin owned and operated Richter Electric. He loved working with his hands and was known to be able to fix almost everything. Marvin cherished the time spent at the family cabin on Big Lake near Richmond. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially the time spent on the ice spearing. He was a past member of the Rusty Greenbacks trapshooting team. He also enjoyed playing Sheephead and teaching his family how to play cards. Marvin was a longtime member of the Norwood Young America Lions Club where he was a Helen Keller award recipient and was also named a Melvin Jones Fellow. Marvin had left his blueprint all over the community through his work and volunteer efforts.
A devoted husband, Marvin also loved being a father and grandfather. Hell be remembered for his willingness to help others.
Marvin is preceded in death by his parents Otto and Mary Richter.
Marvin is survived by his loving family: wife Mary of Norwood Young America; children Jason Richter of Sartell, Wendy (Mark) Roepke of Prior Lake, Brett (Jenny) Richter of New Germany; grandchildren Cory Richter, Taylor Bentz, Cole Roepke, Cade Roepke, Mya Richter and Aiden Richter; sisters and brother Lavonne (Clayton) Wolf of North Mankato, Donald (Janet) Richter of Onamia, Jeanette Eichhorn of Elmore; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Gary and Julie Johnson, Minneapolis, Roxanne and Donald Fritz, NYA, Dwight and Sue Johnson, Minneapolis, Robyn and Rick Stangeland, Dawn and Jim Berge, NYA; nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.
Serving as casket bearers Russell Braun, Allen Tollakson, Robert Shanahan, Jim Berge, Tim Irvin, Don Fritz and as honorary casket bearer Norm Blasius.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Lois Kloth Kloster Meyer, 99, passed away Dec. 17, 2014 in Brookings, S.D. Lois was born April 9, 1915 in Norwood, MN, the daughter of Fredrick and Frieda Kloth. She grew up in Norwood Young America and graduated from St. Olaf College. Lois taught high school in Buffalo Lake and Norwood Young America and served in the Waves during WWII.
In 1946 she married Gordon Kloster, they resided in Minneapolis and Faribault and had three children. Gordon died in 1967; in 1970 she married Harold Meyer and moved to Fargo, N.D.
Lois was active at Immanuel Lutheran Church and volunteered at St. Luke’s Hospital. In 2007 she moved to Brookings, S.D. to be near her daughter Mary.
Lois is survived by children, Greg (Jane) Applen of Medford, OR, Mary (Doug) Malo of Brookings, S.D., Paul (Mary) Kloster of Perham, MN and step-children Susanne (Larry) Jungwirth of Bloomington, MN, David (Erin) Meyer of Detroit Lakes, MN; 12 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
Services were held in Brookings, S.D. at Peace Lutheran Church.

Ottelia (Tillie) Berreth, mother of former Carver County News and Waconia Patriot Publisher Jim Berreth, died Wednesday, Dec. 17, at the Care Center in Eureka, S.D. She was 104 years old.
Mrs. Berreth made many visits to the Watertown and Waconia areas over the years and will be remembered by many in the community.

Donna L. Herbst, age 75 of Maple Plain, Minnesota died on Saturday, December 20, 2014.
She was born October 6, 1937 in Bonesteel, South Dakota.
She was preceded in death by her parents Leslie and Virginia Mills; brother Donald Mills; an infant brother and twin sister.
She is survived by her husband Roland; sons Bradley (Barbara) Shofner and Randy (Joanie) Shofner; step-sons Bruce Herbst and David (Elcy) Herbst; grandchildren Travis, Jessica and Makenzie; step-grandchildren Rachel and Lana; sister Joanne (Leland) Shrode; as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and great friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at the Iten Funeral Chapel in Delano, Minnesota. Visitation will take place from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday prior to the services. Interment will be in the Lewis Cemetery in Maple Plain, Minnesota. Thank you to the staff at Haven Homes in Maple Plain for their patience and care.
Arrangements by the Iten Funeral Home in Delano, Minnesota.

Harland D. Brockoff, age 63, of Cologne, passed away Friday, Dec. 19, 2014 at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis.
Memorial Service Monday, Dec. 29, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church (14735 CR 153), Benton Township, rural Cologne, with Rev. Eric Zacharias officiating; visitation Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014 from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia and at the church one hour prior to the service at church; interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery.
Harland was born on Dec. 26, 1950 in Waconia, Minn., the son of Herbert and Aurelia (Sprengeler) Brockoff. He was baptized on Jan. 14, 1951 and confirmed on March 22, 1964 at Zion Lutheran Church Benton Twp. rural Cologne by Rev. John Melchert.
Harland loved to travel to many different destinations, especially to the desert to see the cactus bloom. Harland liked to watch movies that were educational; one of his favorite was National Geographic. He was quite a photographer, taking pictures of various things. Harland was very much at home being outside with nature, taking care of his garden, watching the birds and hiking. He was an environmentally concerned person always thinking of what was best for the situation. Harland served in the Navy being in a nuclear submarine based in Hawaii and Guam.
Harland was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Aurelia Brockoff; brother-in-law Gerald Quaas; grandparents.
Harland is survived by his loving family: sister Annette Quaas of Norwood Young America; brothers and sister-in-law Hilbern and Karen Brockoff of Cologne, Hollace Brockoff of Cologne; nephew Dustin (Ali) Brockoff of Shakopee; Aunt Lillian Sprengeler of Ft. Dodge, Iowa; other relatives and friends.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Lois A. Richardson, age 54, of Cologne, passed away Monday, Dec. 22, 2014 at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.
Funeral Service Friday, Dec. 26, 2014 at 1 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Benton Township, rural Cologne with Rev. Eric Zacharias officiating; visitation from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at the church; interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery.
Lois A. (Klaustermeier) Richardson was born on Oct. 18, 1960 in Arlington, the daughter of Emil and Dora (Stuedemann) Klaustermeier. Lois grew up in rural Norwood Young America and was a graduate of the Central High School. On Aug. 24, 1979 Lois was united in marriage with Dean A. Richardson. Lois has made her home in Cologne. She enjoyed gardening, embroidery and doing puzzles. Lois had participated in a dart league and liked the trips to Las Vegas to play in tournaments. Lois was a very social person who loved to be with friends and family. She especially cherished the time spent with her grandchildren.
Lois is preceded in death by her parents Emil and Dora Klaustermeier; husband Dean Richardson; brother Virgil Klaustermeier; sister Evangeline (Donald) Hedtke; sister-in-law LeAnn Klaustermeier.
Lois is survived by her loving family: children Angela Richardson of Cologne, Nathan (Jessica) Richardson of New Auburn, Timothy (special friend: Janice Marfiz) of Mound, Theresa Richardson of Cologne; grandchildren Jason Schneider, Desiree Richardson, Annika Richardson, Caleb Richardson, Erica Richardson; special friend Pat O’Neil of Remer; brothers and sister Melvin (Pam) Klaustermeier of Menominee, Wis., Donald (Marion) Klaustermeier of Norwood Young America, Roger (Debra) Klaustermeier of Norwood Young America, Janet (William) Paul of Wyoming, David (Mary) Klaustermeier of Norwood Young America; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Juliene Klaustermeier of Waconia, Gladys Dillard of New Germany, Darwin Richardson of New Germany, Beverly (Mark) Paulson of New Germany; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Serving as casket bearers Melvin Klaustermeier, Donald Klaustermeier, Roger Klaustermeier, David Klaustermeier, Curtis Hedtke, John Hedtke.
Serving as Honorary Casket Bearers are grandchildren Jason Schneider, Desiree Richardson, Annika Richardson, Caleb Richardson, Erica Richardson.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Wilma E. Brueggemeier, age 91, of Norwood Young America, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014 at the Good Samaritan Center in Waconia.
Funeral service Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church (14375 CR 153) Cologne, Minn., with Rev. Eric Zacharias officiating; visitation Monday 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia and one hour prior to the service at church; interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery.
Wilma was born on Sept. 19, 1923 in Waconia the daughter of William and Lillie (Kuntz) Klatt. She was baptized on Oct. 21, 1923 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia by Rev. William Schneider and confirmed on April 10, 1938 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia by Rev. William Schneider. On Nov. 16, 1944 Wilma was united in marriage to Edwin Brueggemeier at the family home in Waconia by Rev. William Schneider.
Anyone that spoke to or about Wilma did so with a smile of their face and always mentioned her amazing chocolate chip cookies, homemade bread and apple pies. She was well known throughout all of Carver County especially in the 4-H Food Stand during the Fair. Don’t forget about the special school donut days – many of you still talk about them. Wilma also enjoyed her days at Green Giant working in the Canteen. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, playing cards, quilting, embroidering dish towels and listening to polka music. One of her greatest passions was spending Sundays feeding family and friends, playing cards, or watching the Twins or Vikings. She was proud to be a member of Zion’s Ladies Aide, Zion’s Quilting Club, Zion’s Choir and member of Zion’s LWML.
Wilma was preceded in death by her husband Edwin, parents William and Lillie Klatt; sisters Esther Melchert, Ruth Clausen, Lillian Brandenburg, Verna Peterman, Bernice Molnau; brothers Karl and William Klatt.
Wilma is survived by her loving family sons and daughters-in-law Edwin and Dixie Brueggemeier of Cologne, Raymond and Julie Brueggemeier of Owatonna; grandchildren Shannon and Dave Swanson, Brandon and Lisa Brueggemeier, Ray Jr. and Tara Brueggemeier, Laura and Josh Krafka, Carly and Dustin Anderson, Alissa and Grant Hayden, Jay Koenig, Joey Brueggemeier; great-grandchildren Hunter, Spencer, Colby, Kendall, Peyten, Sydney, Parker, Owen, Jordan, and Cade; sisters-in-law Marjory Klatt of Buffalo, Lorraine Klatt of Renville; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers (Grandchildren) Shannon Swanson, Brandon Brueggemeier, Ray Brueggemeier Jr., Laura Krafka, Carly Anderson, Alissa Hayden, Jay Koenig, Joey Brueggemeier.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Mark B. Buesgens, age 85, of Young America, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2014 at his home.
Memorial Mass Of Christian Burial Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church (41 East 1st St.) Waconia with Father Bennet Tran as celebrant of the Mass; a gathering of family and friends from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass at the church; interment St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery.
Mark was born on Dec. 6, 1929 in Cologne, the son of John and Lena (Leif) Buesgens. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Cologne. Mark graduated from Waconia High School. He was inducted into the United States Army in November of 1951 and served as a military policeman during the Korean conflict. Mark was honorably discharged in October 1953. On Sept. 29, 1956 Mark was united in marriage to Elaine Wessbecker at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waconia by Father Kauer. They lived in Howard Lake for several years until they started there dairy operation in 1959 in the Hydes Lake area.
Mark first and foremost was a Husband, Father, Grandpa and dairy farmer, an excellent teacher of life. Mark enjoyed many sports. He was a member of the 1949 undefeated championship football team for Waconia High School. He played baseball for the Cologne Hollanders and supported any event mentioning his hometown of Cologne. Mark served on several boards including the St. Joseph School Board; Carver County Soil and Water Conservation Board and the Carver County Holstein Association Board. He served as a Dairy 4-H leader. Mark was an enthusiastic supporter of any sport or activity his children or grandchildren participated in.
After retiring from dairy farming Mark enjoyed afternoons playing cards, especially sheephead and teaching his family how to play. Mark enjoyed helping with the field work and plowing with his son-in-law. He liked to visit with his family, friends and enjoyed a good story.
Mark was preceded in death by his parents John and Lena Buesgens; brothers Frank and Ralph Buesgens; sisters Marie Cauley, Julia Zubay, Ann Hilk and Jean Steinhagen.
Mark is survived by his loving family wife Elaine; children John (Cindy) Buesgens of Brooklyn Park, Susan Buesgens of Bloomington, Amy (Tim) Leonard of Norwood Young America; grandchildren Eric Buesgens, Brian Leonard, David (Ashley) Leonard, Christine Leonard, Emily Leonard; sisters Grace Sexton of Faribault, Joan (Dick) Joos of Hopkins; special friends Hilton and Betty Born; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Honorary Bearers Mark Wessbecker, Steve Hilk, Charles Wickenhauser, Gary Steinhagen, Bruce Williams.
Memorials preferred to the St. Joseph Education Center or Ridgeview Foundation.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Dorothy Hensel, age 85, of New Germany, passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014 at Westwood Place in Watertown.
Funeral service Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church in New Germany with Rev. Allen Holthus officiating; visitation one hour prior to the service at church; interment St. Mark Lutheran Cemetery.
Dorothy was born on March 15, 1929 in Watertown, Minn., the daughter of George and Erna (Becker) Dalbec. She was baptized and confirmed at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Delano. On May 26, 1948 Dorothy was united in marriage to Loren Hensel at Mt. Olive Lutheran Church in Delano by Rev. E. H. Bruns.
Dorothy was a very social person, always wanting to be on the go visiting with people. One of her favorite pastimes was playing cards with her grandchildren and also attending their sporting events.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Loren; son Dean Hensel; infant daughter; parents George and Erna Dalbec; father-in-law and mother-in-law William and Laura Hensel; Brother-in-law and sisters-in-law Melvin and Rubina Hensel, Hallie Hensel.
Dorothy is survived by her loving family sons and daughters-in-law Gene and Marlene Hensel of Hackensack, Mike and Patty Hensel of New Germany; grandchildren Michelle and Kevin Thompson, Jennifer (Scott) Millerbernd, Angela (Bob) Kranz, Abby Hensel, Brittany Hensel, Dakota Hensel, Morgan Hensel; great-grandchildren Adam, Nicholas, Alexander, Ashley, Alison, Avery, and Brooke; other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers Dakota Hensel, Adam Parker, Nicholas Parker, Alex Parker, Bob Kranz, Scott Millerbernd, Kevin Thompson.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Leona M. Yantes, age 96 of Watertown, passed away December 24, 2014. She was born February 27, 1918 in Delano to Gehrman and Cecilia (Motzko) Socher.
Leona married Clarence Yantes on February 28, 1938. She was a farmer’s wife and worked 16 years at Tonka Toys. She was a life-long member of St. Mary of Czestochowa. Leona loved spending time with her family, cooking and gardening.
Leona was preceded in death by her husband Clarence. She is survived by her children Donald (Joan) Yantes, Barbara Kern, Kathleen Guetzkow, Carol Ketcher, Roxanne (Stephen) Danielson, Michael (Linda) Yantes and Ronald Yantes; 20 grandchildren; 33 great grandchildren; 1 great great-granddaughter.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, December 29, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary of Czestochowa Church in rural Delano, Minnesota. Visitation will take place from 9-11 a.m. on Monday prior to the Mass at the church. Interment will be in the church cemetery.
Arrangements by the Iten Funeral Home in Delano, Minnesota.

Donald Boehmke, 88, of Cologne passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis.
Donald Carl Boehmke was born on Oct. 18, 1926, in Waconia Township. He was the son of Adolph and Lydia (Fillbrandt) Boehmke. Donald was baptized as an infant on Nov. 14, 1926, by Pastor M. F. Abraham and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth on March 17, 1940, by Pastor W.
P. Kramer both at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America.
On May 1, 1952, Donald was united in marriage to Gloria Frances Feltmann by Father Kauer at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waconia. They made their home on the family farm in Waconia Township, Cologne. Donald and Gloria’s marriage was blessed with six children, David, Jeffrey, Lisa, Julie, Sandra and John. They shared 44 years of marriage, until Gloria passed away on June 12, 1996.
Donald farmed his entire life. He was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America.
Donald was a hardworking man with a strong faith. Besides farming his other passions were listening to polka music and candy, especially Hershey bars. Donald loved visiting and spending time with his family.
Donald passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis at the age of 88 years, 2 months and 7 days.
Blessed be his memory.
Donald is survived by his children, David Boehmke of Cologne, Jeffrey Boehmke and his significant other, Sharon Venske, of Winsted, Lisa Strobel and her husband, Mark, of Arlington, Julie Boehmke of St. Paul, Sandra Noeldner and her husband, Ken, of Hamburg and John Boehmke of Lester Prairie; grandchildren, Bryce Noeldner, Josh Noeldner, Emily Noeldner, Rachel Strobel and Seth Strobel; sister, Ruth Hartmann of St.
Louis Park; sisters-in-law, Betty Grimm of Waconia and Mary Duncan of Kimball; brother-in-law, Ruben Grimm of Waconia; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Donald is preceded in death by his parents, Adolph and Lydia Boehmke; wife, Gloria Boehmke; siblings, Irene Kloth and her husband, Alfred, Verdilla Hoeft and her husband, Leonard, Lois Burgener and her husband, Ed, Myra Hartmann and her husband, Alvin, Margaret “Maggie” Weckop and her husband, Donald “Butch”; and brother-in-law, Carl “Chester” Hartmann.
Memorial services were held on Monday, Dec. 29 at 11 a.m. at St.
John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America, with interment following at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery in Norwood Young America.
Pastor David Winter officiated the service with organist Rita Luecke.
Congregational Hymns were “Abide With Me,” “Chief Of Sinners,” “Jesus Loves Me” and “Children Of The Heavenly Father.” Military Honors were given by Norwood American Legion Post #343. Honorary urn bearers were Donald’s Grandchildren ~ Rachel Strobel, Seth Strobel, Bryce Noeldner, Josh Noeldner and Emily Noeldner.
Arrangements by the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel of Norwood Young America. Online obituaries and guest book are available at www.hantge.com.

Wallace R. Kroells, age 78, of rural Green Isle, passed away Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014 at the Waconia Good Samaritan Center in Waconia.
Funeral Service Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 at 11 a.m. at the Friedens County Line Church (11325 Zebra Avenue) in rural Norwood Young America with Rev. Joseph Clay and Chaplain Helmar Heckel as officiants. Visitation Tuesday evening from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Johnson Funeral Home (141 E. First Street) in Waconia. Further visitation Wednesday at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment in the Ferguson Cemetery of rural Norwood Young America.
Wallace Ronald Kroells was born Oct. 25, 1936 the son of Peter H. and Lena (Nellen) Kroells on the family farm in Washington Lake Township of Sibley County. He was baptized on Nov. 29, 1936 at St. Paul’s Ev. Reformed Church in Hamburg by Rev. Otto Vriesen. Wallace later confirmed his faith on April 2, 1950 at St. Paul’s Ev. Reformed Church with Rev. Vriesen officiating. He attended District #25 and graduated from the Central High School in 1954. On June 27, 1959 Wallace was united in marriage with Marlene Von Berge at Frieden’s County Line Church in rural Norwood Young America. Their marriage was blessed with one daughter Susie. Wallace and Marlene shared over 55 years of marriage.
Wallace spent his entire life farming his Washington Lake Township farm prior to becoming a resident at the Waconia Good Samaritan Center. Wallace took great pride in his farm, especially his John Deere tractors. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends especially that spent with his grandsons Drew and Adam.
Wallace is preceded in death by his parents Peter H. and Lena Kroells; brother Milton Kroells, sister and brother-in-law Esther and Martin Oelfke; father-in-law and mother-in-law Herb and Malinda Von Berge; brother-in-law Raymond Ische; sisters-in-law Betty Kroells and Marlys Von Berge.
Wallace is survived by his loving family: wife Marlene Kroells of Green Isle; daughter Susie (Todd) Hedtke of Green Isle; grandsons Drew and Adam Hedtke; brother Harlan Kroells of Green Isle; sister Delores Ische of Norwood Young America; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Lyla Kroells of Norwood Young America, Harold and Muriel Von Berge of Norwood Young America, LeRoy and Joyce Von Berge of Plato, Vernon Von Berge of Glencoe; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Serving as casket bearers Randy Kroells, Terry Kroells, Darcy Kroells, Randy Herrmann, Craig Goetze, Steve Vogel. And as honorary casket bearers Drew and Adam Hedtke.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia; www.johnsonfh.com.

Evelyn Kruse, age 75, of Glencoe passed away on Wednesday Dec. 31, 2014, at her home in Glencoe.
Evelyn “Evie” Erna Kruse was born on July 24, 1939, in Plato. She was the daughter of Adolph and Laura (Stoeckmann) Engelke. Evelyn was baptized as an infant on July 30, 1939, by Rev. H. Bouman and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth on March 29, 1953, both at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Hamburg. She received her education in Glencoe and was a graduate of the Glencoe High School Class of 1958.
Through the years, Evie made her home in Plato, Arlington and Glencoe. Her life was blessed with four children, Tim, Tammy, Tracy and Troy. In addition to being a loving mother and homemaker, Evie worked at Starkey Labs for 15 years, retiring in 2008. She was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church in Hamburg.
Evie enjoyed watching the Minnesota Twins baseball, playing Bingo and bowling, in her earlier years. She cherished the time spent with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.
Evie passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, at her home in Glencoe, at the age of 75 years, 5 months and 7 days.
Blessed be her memory.
Evie is survived by her children, Tim Heuer and his wife, Christine, of Glencoe, Tammy Panning and her husband, Bob, of Chaska and Tracy Passa and her husband, Jay, of Bemidji; daughter-in-law, Terri Grack of Glencoe; grandchildren, SPC Mitchell Heuer, Melina Heuer, Houston Hewitt, Hallie Hewitt, Blair Panning, Connor Panning, Anna Panning, Courtney Schaeffel and her husband, Casey, Seth Passa, Levi Passa, Dustin Voigt and his fiance;, Ashley Elliott, Tanner Grack, Miranda Grack and Jordon Grack; great grandchildren, Landon Panning, Laila DeVille and Caiden Voigt; siblings, Bernice Miller and her husband, Augie, of South Haven, Marlene Winseman of Glencoe, Orlin Engelke and his wife, Judy, of Plato and Wally Engelke and his wife, Marlene, of Longville; sister-in-law, LaDonna Rumbaugh of Arlington; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Evie is preceded in death by her parents, Adolph and Laura Engelke; husbands, Ronald Heuer, Darrel Grack and Clifford Kruse; son, Troy Grack; brother-in-law, Willie Winseman; and sister-in-law, Barb Engelke.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015, at 11 a.m., at Emanuel Lutheran Church in Hamburg with interment following at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America.
Pastor Donald Andrix officiated the service with organist Kathy Oelfke and guitarist Michael Bullert. Soloist Linnea Bullert sang “As It Is In Heaven” and “I Will Rise.” Congregational Hymns were “Amazing Grace,” “Jesus Loves Me,” and “Jesus Lives! The Victory’s Won.”
Honorary casket bearers were Evie’s granddaughters, Melina Heuer, Hallie Hewitt, Anna Panning, Courtney Schaeffel and Miranda Grack. Casket bearers were Evie’s grandsons, SPC Mitchell Heuer, Houston Hewitt, Blair Panning, Connor Panning, Seth Passa, Levi Passa, Dustin Voigt, Tanner Grack and Jordon Grack.
The family invites everyone to the luncheon at the church basement immediately following the committal service.
Arrangements by the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel of Norwood Young America. Online obituaries and guest book are available at www.hantge.com.

Carlene Latzke, 73, of Welcome, and formerly of Norwood Young America and Belle Plaine passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, at Oaklawn Health Care Center in Mankato.
Carlene Mae (Marquardt) Latzke was born on May 31, 1941, in Waconia. She was the daughter of Walter and Anna (Hulke) Marquardt. Carlene was baptized as an infant on June 15, 1941, and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth on April 3, 1956, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia. She attended school in Waconia graduating with the Waconia High School Class of 1959.
On Sept. 5, 1959, Carlene was united in marriage to Henry Herrmann Jr. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia. Then on Nov. 21, 2009, Carlene was united in marriage to Myron Latzke in Iowa. The couple made their home in Norwood Young America, Belle Plaine and Welcome. She was blessed with four children, Scott, Eileen, Brian and Kristin and three step sons, David, Steven and Jeff.
Carlene through the years worked for Target as a cashier, was a waitress and bookkeeper. She was a member of All Saints Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America. Carlene was also a member of the quilting club.
Carlene enjoyed gardening, sewing and reading. She cherished the times spent with her family and friends.
Carlene passed away on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, at Oaklawn Health Care Center in Mankato, Minnesota, at the age of 73 years, 6 months, 25 days.
Blessed be her memory.
Carlene is survived by her husband, Myron Latzke of Welcome; children, Scott Herrmann and his wife, Julie, of Chaska, Eileen Clark and her husband, Brad, of Young America, Brian Herrmann and his special friend, Cindy Mcguire, of Hamburg, Kristin Beltz of Young America; step sons, David Latzke and his wife, Ann, of Belle Plaine, Steven Latzke and his wife, Lori, of Belle Plaine and Jeff Latzke and his wife, Robyn, of Bloomington; grandchildren, Jamison Herrmann, Christopher Clark and his wife, Kayla, Courtney Widmer and her husband, Mike, Lance Neuhaus, Ashley Neuhaus and Abagail Beltz; five step grandchildren; great grandchildren, Landon Clark, Payton Clark, Hannah Clark and Lanora Widmer; brother, Duwayne Marquardt; twin sister, Darlene Luebke; sisters, Joyce VanEyll and her husband, Donald, Wilhelmina Frisbie, Beverly Drew and her husband, Robert, and Sharon Vanderlinde and her husband, Ben; sisters-in-law, Grace Marquardt, Elsie Henschen and her husband, Lester, Irene Herrmann, Delores Lenzen and her husband, Dale, Dorothy Miller and her husband, John, and Judy Wichelman and her husband, Roger; brother-in-law, Robert Herrmann; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Carlene is preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Anna Marquardt; husband, Henry Herrmann Jr.; son-in-law, Jon Beltz; brothers, Wallace Marquardt and Howard Marquardt; sister-in-law, Hope Marquardt; brothers-in-law, Dennis Frisbie, Martin Luebke, Ray Herrmann and his first wife, Darlene and second wife, Marion, Leroy Herrmann and his wife, Ann, and Eldon Herrmann.
Memorial services were held Monday, Jan. 5, 2015, at 11 a.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America with interment at a later date.
Pastor Eric Aune officiated the service with organist Jane Fasching. Special music was “Spirit In The Sky” by Norman Greenbaum and Congregational Hymns were “Away In the Manger,” “Precious Lord, Take My Hand” and “That Wonderful Cross.” Honorary urn bearers were Carlene’s great grandchildren Landon Clark, Payton Clark, Hannah Clark, Lanora Widmer and Abagail Beltz
Arrangements by the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel of Norwood Young America. Online obituaries and guest book are available at www.hantge.com.

Veronica Braunwarth, 83, of Norwood Young America passed away on Monday, Dec. 29, at Marie Steiner Kelting Hospice Home in Chaska.
Veronica Florence (Polingo) Braunwarth was born on April 18, 1931, in Waverly. She was the daughter of Frank and Mathilda (Malok) Polingo. Veronica was baptized as an infant on April 26, 1931, and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth on April 6, 1946, both by Father Nolan at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waverly. She received her education at St. Mary’s Catholic School in Waverly.
On Oct. 17, 1950, Veronica was united in marriage to Eugene Braunwarth at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Waverly. Veronica and Eugene made their home in Norwood Young America, Minnesota. Their marriage was blessed with three children, William, Shirley and Daniel. Veronica and Eugene shared over 60 years of marriage, until Eugene passed away on March 10, 2011.
In addition to being a loving wife, mother and homemaker, Veronica worked at Central High School as a cook and also worked at Young America Corporation both in Norwood Young America. She was a faithful member of Church of the Ascension in Norwood Young America.
Veronica enjoyed playing cards, fishing, dancing, gardening and traveling. She also loved to watch her grandchildren in many school activities. Veronica especially cherished the time she spent with her family and friends.
Veronica passed away on Monday, Dec. 29, 2014, at Marie Steiner Kelting Hospice Home in Chaska, at the age of 83 years, 8 months and 11 days.
Blessed be her memory.
Veronica is survived by her children, William Braunwarth and his wife, Carol, of Eden Prairie, Shirley Mahoney of Norwood Young America, and Daniel Braunwarth and his wife, Christine, of Norwood Young America; grandchildren, Andrew Braunwarth of Eden Prairie, Jason Braunwarth and his fiance;e, Ashley Sennett, of North Kansas City, Mo., Miranda Arnst and her husband, Matthew, of Mankato, Jonathan Braunwarth of Norwood Young America, Nolan Braunwarth of Norwood Young America and Grace Braunwarth of Norwood Young America; brother, Robert Polingo and his wife, Sharon, of Litchfield; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Veronica is preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Mathilda Polingo; husband, Eugene Braunwarth; sister-in-law, Jeanette Knott and her husband, Ray; brother-in-law, Jerome Braunwarth and his wife, Ruth; and nephews, Dennis Polingo and Kevin Knott.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015, at 10 a.m., at Church of the Ascension in Norwood Young America with interment following in the church cemetery.
Father Gregory Abbott officiated the service with organist Marilee Widmer. Soloists were Peter Polingo who sang “On This Day O Beautiful Mother” and Jonathan Braunwarth who sang “How Great Thou Art.” Musical selections were”The Strife Is Over,” “On Eagle’s Wings,” “Prayer Of St. Francis,” “Gift Of Finest Wheat” and “The Bells Of St. Mary.” Honorary casket bearers were Patsie Prchal, Bernadine Freudenthal, Eileen Klahers, Roseann Hessel, Leo Braunwarth, Margaret Hasbrook, Lorraine Kittock, Walter Habish, Carol Stockman, Marlys Kadunz, Jim Polingo, George Polingo and Peggy Polingo. Casket bearers were Andrew Braunwarth, Jason Braunwarth, Jonathan Braunwarth, Nolan Braunwarth, Peter Polingo and Robbie Polingo.
Arrangements by the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel of Norwood Young America. Online obituaries and guest book are available at www.hantge.com.

Kenneth H. Bahr age 73 of Mayer passed away on Sunday Jan. 4, 2015 at 11:00 am at Waconia Good Samaritan Center in Waconia.
Funeral Service is Thursday Jan. 8, 2015 at 11:00 am Zion Lutheran Church in Mayer with Rev. Adam Gless officiating; visitation Wed. 5-8 pm Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia and at the church 1 hour prior to the service; interment Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Mayer.
Kenneth H. Bahr was born on Feb. 3, 1941 in Watertown, Minn., the son of Henry and Vernetta (Litschke) Bahr. He was baptized on Feb. 23, 1941 at Zion Lutheran Church in Mayer by Rev. E. Schwandt and later confirmed in the faith on April 3, 1955 at Zion Lutheran Church by Rev. Rische. On July 1, 1961, Kenneth was united in marriage to Yvonne H. Franke at Zion Lutheran Church in Mayer by Rev. Fred Riedel.
Kenneth grew up on the family farm and belonged to the 4H Club. He was a lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church in Mayer and was a proud Veteran of the US Army. Kenneth volunteered his time at Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia, Meals on Wheels and Zion Lutheran Church in Mayer, counting money for Sunday offerings. He loved Elvis and most of all 50’s music. He was a WWII and a Western Movie buff, always with the history or the western channel on in his house. Kenneth liked to grill out and had every gadget to make his food with. The neighbors could count on him to mow their yards in summer and snow blow their driveways in winter. He also worked part-time at the Good Samaritan Center and Westview Acres in Waconia.
Kenneth is preceded in death by his wife Yvonne Bahr; parents Henry and Vernetta Bahr; father-in-law Melvin Franke.
Kenneth is survived by his loving family; daughters Kelley Bahr of Waconia, Patty (Joel) Sievers of Cologne; grandchildren Devyn Sievers, Lauryn Sievers; mother-in-law Helen Franke of Mayer; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law Romayne Hahn of Glencoe, Sharon Born and friend Gary Theilen of Coon Rapids, Leon and Kathy Franke of Delano; special friend Betty Giesselmann of New Germany; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers are Brad Schultz, Blake Hahn, Rich Cohrs, Chuck Weiland, Gary Zebell, Don Sievers, Steve Hahn.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia. www.johnsonfh.com

Rita T. Peters age 89, of Cologne, passed away Sunday, Jan. 4, 2015 at Auburn Home in Waconia.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial Saturday, Jan. 10, 2015 at 12, noon, at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church (210 Church Street East) in Cologne with Father Gregory Abbott as Celebrant of the Mass; a gathering of family and friends from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass at the church; interment St. Bernard’s Catholic Cemetery.
Rita was born on Feb. 21, 1925 in Marystown the daughter of Mathias and Margaret (Menden) Sand. Rita was baptized and confirmed at St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church in Marystown. On Nov. 7, 1945 Rita was united in marriage to Earl J. Peters at St. Mary of the Purification Catholic Church.
Rita’s love of family and friends was the priority of her life. She was a devoted member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church volunteering at the church doing rectory housekeeping, funerals, fish fry’s, carnivals and quilting. Rita was also a member of the Spiritual Mothers Group. Rita worked outside of the home at Pagent Hill, Pool Cue Factory, Bongards Creamery and helped her husband farm. Rita loved baking apple pies to share with family and friends. Cooking, gardening, bird watching, quilting, crocheting, card playing and crafts were some of the activities she enjoyed.
Rita was preceded in death by her husband Earl; parents Mathias and Margaret Sand; sisters Marie Stocker, Clara Engel, Theresa Heller, Caroline Lenzmeier; brothers Herb Sand, Jerome Sand, Joe Sand, Al Sand; brother-in-law Jim Peters.
Rita is survived by her loving family: daughters Pat (Dick) Storms of Cologne, Karen (Don ) Shearer of Waconia, Jane (Mike) Hartigan of Afton, Sandi (Steve) Tietz of Waconia; grandchildren Randy (Belinda) Storms, Sheri (Pat) Murphy, Russell (Donna) Storms, Cindy (Dan) Gorbunow, Ariann Poppitz, Daniel Poppitz, Jennifer Engelen, Molly Green, John Tietz, Spencer Tietz; great-grandchildren Jacob Storms, Justen Storms, Jordan Storms, Jackie Murphy, Ashley Murphy, Cody (Katelyn) Storms, Zack Storms, Megan Storms, Matthew Storms, Anja Vinge, Sekoija Storms, Jack Gorbunow, Collin Engelen, Alex Engelen, Liviya Engelen, Nick Green, Mike Green; great-great-grandson expected in February; sister Catherine Bendzick of Jordan; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Gene and Karen Peters of Waconia, Dan and Sigrid Peters of Calimesa, CA; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Urn Bearer Randy Storms.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia. www.johnsonfh.com

Father, Friend, Woodsman and Engineer

On November 20, 2014 we lost a great thinker and compassionate friend. Rex possessed numerous talents including an ability to recall, with great detail, almost any event or person’s name. This made him a story teller extraordinaire. Rex spent his entire life in Mound, except for a brief stint in the Navy, and his knowledge of the history of the area was unique. His mapping, engineering and general friendship have left an indelible mark. He will be greatly missed by so many friends and family.
A memorial service celebrating his life, accomplishments and devotion to this area will be held at the Gillespie Center in Mound on January 24th from 1:30-4:30 p.m.

Vicky Lyn Kamann, age 62, of Chaska, died on Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015, at Auburn Manor in Chaska.
Vicky was born on April 30, 1952, to Louis and Joyce (Ellis) Rober.
Preceding her in death were her parents and stepson, Travis Kamann.
Survivors include her husband, Scott of Chaska; son, Wayne (Beryl) Burnett of Minneapolis; Anne (Dean) Traver of Norwood Young America; step-daughter, Jody Kamann of Perham; eight grandchildren; four brothers; and two sisters.
A memorial service is going to be held on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2015, at 11 a.m., with a time of fellowship to follow, at Zion Lutheran Church, 14725 County Road 153, Cologne.
The Reverend Eric Zacharias will be celebrating Vicky’s life.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.
Funeral arrangements were with the Bertas Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Chaska.

Norma Louise (Engelen) Weinzierl, 91, of Park Rapids, Minn., died on Thurs., January 08, 2015 at the St. Joseph’s Area Health Services in Park Rapids, Minn.
Norma was born on October 28, 1923 in Cologne, Minn., the daughter of Anna and Gerhard Engelen. She graduated from Norwood-Young America Central High School, where she was a drum majorette in their marching band.
She was united in marriage to Edwin Frank Weinzierl on June 19, 1943 in Hot Springs, Arkansas while Ed was in the Army. They settled in Waconia, Minn., and raised their family there. She was active in the VFW, where she held numerous offices. She enjoyed golfing, and they traveled and camped around the US. After retirement, they lived in the Brainerd Lakes area for many years, coming to Park Rapids in 2008.
She was an avid, competitive, fierce, spirited bridge player – talk to any of her competitors. Losing was not an option; ask her grandchildren. She enjoyed her trips to the casino and playing bingo; always the lucky lady. She loved to crochet and quilt; and passed down her beautiful work to her family. She was known for her favorite family recipes of Muldush, Kuchen and Brei. She faithfully followed the Vikings, Twins, Gophers and the Timberwolves. You never called her during a game or you would be scolded, to put it nicely.
Grandma Norma was proud of all 9 grandchildren: Ryan & Kirsten Weinzierl, Scott & Sarah Weinzierl, Lisa & Paul Gohlke, Jeff & Kelly Smith, Danielle & Jason Baumberger, Amy & Matt Baasch, Jodee & Lee Hammer, Bethany & Dale Yurs, Andrew & Jenna Weinzierl and 22 great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her loving husband of 71 years – Ed; her three sons – Ken (Kathleen) of Mapleton, ND; Jim (Candy) of Park Rapids, Minn.; Paul (Jean) of Long Prairie, Minn.; her daughter- Edith Watson of Phoenix, AZ. Sisters-in-laws – Arlene Engelen and Gladys Engelen; Brother in law -Bernard Rauen.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her infant daughter – Judith; her brothers – Floyd, Jerry; and her sister- Geraldine
Memorial Mass was held on Mon., January 12, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church in Park Rapids, Minn. Rev. Fr. Thomas Friedl will be the Celebrant. Visitation was held for 1 hour prior to the service at the church. A meal reception will be held at the church Parish Center following the Mass. Cease Family Funeral Home of Park Rapids is assisting the family with arrangements. Friends may leave online condolences at ceasefuneralhome.com.