Oct 12, 2023

Donald Dean Narveson, known to his loved ones as Dean, passed away on October 12, 2023, at the age of 85 in Chatfield, Minnesota. Dean was born on December 22, 1937 to Baldwin and Mildred Narveson in Chatfield and spent his entire life in the community he cherished.

Dean leaves behind a loving family, including his devoted...

Oct 10, 2023

 

Liz passed away peacefully with her children and one son-in-law at her side at Evelyn’s House Hospice in Creve Coeur, Missouri. Born in Tracy, Minnesota to Harry and Marjorie (Johns) French, the third of three children, Liz grew up in Rochester, Minnesota.  In May of 1951, she married Keith Koch, with whom she celebrated 68 years of marriage prior...

Oct 9, 2023

Peter Masyga, passed away on October 9, 2023, at Lake Winona Manor at the age of 76. He was born on July 27, 1947, in Winona, MN to Joseph and Dorothy (Rogers) Masyga.

Peter was known for his sense of humor and his love for animals, especially his dogs. He was a loving father to his children and grandchild.

Peter...

Oct 8, 2023

Thomas Jon Flak, 60 of Winona, died Sunday, October 8, 2023 at his home.

Tom was born August 29, 1963 in Winona to Elaine (Radomski) Flak. Throughout the years, he worked at Davey Tree Service, Asplundh Tree Service, Reeds Tree Service, Walchak Concrete and TRW.

Tom enjoyed being outdoors, especially deer hunting, duck hunting and trapping. He also enjoyed time...

Oct 7, 2023

Peter "Pete" Fedorko, 70, of Minnesota City, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 7, 2023. He was born on July 4, 1953 to George and Stella (Guilano) Fedorko in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

He graduated from Rochester Junior College with a general education degree. He also graduated from Winona State University with his bachelor's in psychology. Pete was very involved...

Oct 7, 2023

Michael Clifford Bernard, 54 of Chatfield, died October 7, 2023 at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Rochester - Methodist Campus after fighting a battle with cancer, the only situation he ever had that was out of his control.

Mike was born April 10,1969 in Rochester to Clifford and Lana (Erickson) Bernard. Mike graduated from Chatfield High School in 1987 and attended Riverland...

Oct 6, 2023

We bid farewell to our beloved Anjelica "Anne" Ruth Ryan, who peacefully passed away on October 6, 2023. Born on May 2, 1981, in Winona, MN, Anne lived a life filled with love, compassion, and dedication to those around her.

Anne will be remembered for her contributions as a Residential ARMHS Practitioner at Hiawatha Valley Mental Health. Her unwavering commitment...

Oct 3, 2023

 

David Herman “Shorty” Trocinski, age 81, of Winona, died Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at his home.

David was born July 27, 1942, in La Crosse, WI, the son of Odelia (Oldenburg) and William Trocinski. He was raised on a farm in Nodine, MN. David was homeschooled, until taking over farming for his father. He was united in marriage to...

Oct 2, 2023

 

Erika (Kalitta) Gilbertson, born May 22, 1930, in Magdeburg, Germany, died October 2, 2023, at home in Winona.

She is survived by her husband of 68+ years, Robert; son, Peter, and daughter, Julie (Rick) Lyons; 2 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren.

In 1953 Erika met her future husband in Berlin, Germany, where she was a political refugee from East Germany....

Oct 2, 2023

Ann Marie Pruka, 60 of Winona, died Monday, October 2, 2023 at her home.

Ann was born September 9, 1963 in Beloit, WI to John and Donna (Foat) Green.  She graduated from Winona Senior High in 1981 and then attended vocational school for two years.  On March 16, 1991, she married Scott Pruka.  Ann worked as an administrative assistant at...

Sep 30, 2023

Irving Everett Wiskow, 80, died Saturday, September 30, 2023, in Hugo, Minnesota.

He was born September 7, 1943, in Chatfield, Minnesota, to Everett and Rachel (Smith) Wiskow. He married Elaine Knudson on January 16, 1965, in Rochester, Minnesota.

Irv worked at the St. Charles Condensing Company and Patterson Quarries in St. Charles. However, his career and countless tales of shenanigans...

Sep 30, 2023

Ronald Joseph "Joe" Lewison, 65 of Houston, died September 30, 2023, after a short battle with a rare non-hodgkins lymphoma. We are shocked and saddened by this loss and will miss him deeply as he was the pulse of our family and the community he built around him. Ron was born April 14, 1958 in Austin, MN to Richard “Bud”...

Sep 29, 2023

Bruce Wayne Larson, age 79, of Goodview passed away on Friday September 29, 2023 surrounded by family after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Bruce was born in Winona, MN to Donald and Margaret Larson on September 23, 1944. He was one of 14 children. He married the love of his life, Shirleen, on June 24, 1972 at Cathedral of...

Sep 28, 2023

 

Donald Leroy Sinn, 95, of St. Charles died Thursday, September 28, 2023 at home, surrounded by his family. Don was born October 17, 1927 in St. Paul to Herbert and Ida (Johnson) Sinn. Then enlisted in the United States Navy and served from 1945-1947 as a Third Class AirCraft Aviation Machinist Mate.   He and Irene Runkle met at...

Sep 27, 2023

 

Gene Olstad, 85, of Winona passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, September 27th 2023. Gene was born in a small farmhouse in Bratsberg, MN on January 21st, 1938. His family then moved to rural Rushford where they farmed until his father’s death in 1984. Growing up on a farm, Gene carried with him the...

Sep 25, 2023

Sandra “Sandy” Hulbert, 82, of Chatfield passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023, in Chatfield.

Sandra Jane Root was born February 7, 1941 in Buffalo, NY, to Ernest and Mirriam (Justice) Root.  She graduated from Burnt Hills, Ballston Lake Central School in NY.  After High School she attended State University of New York...