Obits

Bernard Schulte

• Funeral Date: Date Pending
• Date of Birth: 7/15/15
• Date of Death: 5/18/13
• Funeral Location: Church of St. Dominic - Northfield

Dr. Bernard William Schulte died May 18, 2013 at the age of 97.85 years. Dad, you almost made it to 100! Bernard was born on July 15, 1915 in Greenwald, Minnesota to a farming family of 10 children. Growing up in the depression, he developed an incredible work ethic, a “can do” attitude, and an entrepreneurial spirit. He worked his way through college and dental school and served on a Navy medical ship during World War II. In 1943, he married his love, Collette Maas, and together they had 3 children. After Collette’s early death in 1955 from cancer, Bernard was lucky enough to marry her sister, Dolores who, with her daughter, joined the Schulte family. Bernard practiced dentistry in Minneapolis until his retirement at age 68. He and Dolores had 39 wonderful years together, playing golf with a great group of friends. After her death in 1995, he continued as a bachelor for another 18 years, golfing until he couldn’t see the ball anymore! Dad was one of a kind, the best ever. Even at the end, when things became so difficult, Dad did not complain. Complaining wasn’t in him. He was a family man, a man of strength, endless patience, integrity, faithfulness, love and faith in God. We have been amazingly blessed to have him as a father and know we will see him again one day. He is survived by his four children: Kay Beairsto and husband Richard, Herb Schulte and wife Julie, Mary Sue Schulte, and Martha Vitalari and husband Nick, as well as 11 grand-children and 12 great-grand children. Private funeral services were held at St. Dominic’s Church in Northfield, Minnesota on May 22. A memorial gathering will be planned in late July.

Eleanor Polasik

• Funeral Date: Date Pending
• Date of Birth: 5/19/19
• Date of Death: 5/16/13
• Funeral Location: Chapel of the Northfield Retirement Community

Eleanor Prudence Polasik was born May 19, 1919, in Little Falls, Minnesota, to Peter and Martha (Kliber) Posch.  She attended St. Francis High School and after her education worked for Munsingwear in Minneapolis.   She married Louis Polasik October 2, 1944, at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Little Falls.  After marriage they lived in Flensburg until moving to New Brighton in 1955.  In 1970, they moved to Baxter and in 1981, to their home on Sugar Lake at Glen.  In 1991, they moved to Aiken and Louis passed away in 1992.  Following his death Eleanor moved to Farmington to be near her family.  She has been a resident of the Northfield Retirement Community since 2004.  Eleanor enjoyed being busy – doing ceramics, knitting, gardening.  She was quick witted, had a good sense of humor and was dedicated to her children and family.

Survivors include her children: John (Nancy) of Farmington, Thomas (Dianne) of Stillwater, Mary Jo (Bruce) Rawlings of Greenfield; 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren;  2 sisters Sylvia Chock and Lucille Ross; 2 brothers, James and Leonard Posch;  nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband, her infant daughter LuAnne, her parents, her sister Clara Dickerson, and her brothers Clarence and Raymond Posch.

Eleanor passed away Thursday morning, May 16, 2013, at the Care Center of the Northfield Retirement Community, at the age of 93.

Memorial services are pending at the Chapel of the Northfield Retirement Community. Interment will be in Ft. Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  www.northfieldfuneral.com

John Archibald

• Funeral Date: 5/25/13
• Funeral Time: 10:00 AM
• Date of Birth: 4/26/50
• Date of Death: 5/15/13
• Funeral Location: First United Church of Christ - Northfield

John “Arch” Archibald, age 63 of Northfield, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by the love of family and friends, on Wednesday evening, May 15, 2013.
Arch married Lucy Darrah Archibald on August 14, 1980; they were married 32 years. Their beloved twins Anne Grace and Easton Davis Archibald have just completed their first year of college. The Archibalds have made their home for the past 23 years on Northfield’s east side where their porches overflowed with friends, flowers, and mechanical gear.
Arch was born in Princeton, New Jersey on April 26, 1950. His father was a professor of mechanical engineering at Princeton University during the time when Albert Einstein was on faculty and regularly chatted with Arch’s mother on his way to campus. Arch graduated from high school in New Haven, CT, and received a degree in mining engineering from the University of Wisconsin, Platteville and studied mechanical engineering at the University of Wisconsin, Madison.
Arch was a man of deep intellect and curiosity. He worked as a miner and a mechanical and mining engineer, and created an engineering consulting practice. His passion for engineering research and development led him to the US Department of Mines, Sheldahl Corporation, the Colorado School of Mines and other top engineering agencies over the course of his career in the US and Canada. In his basement and garage workshops, Arch designed and built steam engines, made significant modifications to the Stirling hot air engine and created a custom motorized vehicle for his children. A tour of Arch’s basement reveals an astronomical clock, a seismograph, a mirror grinding machine, an oscilloscope, a lathe and milling machines. Arch built a 1946 Harley Davidson motorcycle from parts and restored a Model A in which his children enjoyed rumble seat rides. Arch’s many interests included astronomy, physics, optics, Newfoundland, the history of the western US, and fossil hunting. Arch’s friends, family and neighbors will miss the sounds of tinkering and occasional small explosions emanating from his garage workshop.
Above all, Arch loved his wife and children. Arch shared with his children his love of science, peering at Cannon River water samples under microscopes from a young age, fossil hunting, nature walks in the Carleton Arboretum and exploring the night sky. Arch was proud to see his children grow into young adulthood and took particular joy in Anne’s farmer’s market enterprise, Archibald Mills, and Easton’s pursuit of engineering. His canine companion Cavendish – a Boston Terrier (named after the famous physicist), was constantly at his side.  Arch loved Lucy deeply and found ways to express that love even at the end of his life when words were no longer available to him.
Arch was a loyal friend and enjoyed deep relationships throughout his life. He and Lucy are grateful to those whose phone calls, late night walks, and bedside conversations sustained and supported them.
Arch is survived by his dear wife Lucy and beloved children Anne and Easton, his siblings Frank (Dawn) of State College, PA, Robert of Needham, MA, Barbara Cinquini of Naples, FL, and Margaret (William) Moran of Fayetteville, PA. Arch is preceded in death by his parents Marion and Frank Archibald.
A celebration of Arch’s life will be held at 10AM on Saturday, May 25, 2013, at First United Church of Christ in Northfield. Visitation will be 3-7 PM Friday, May 24, 2013, at the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield. Memorials are preferred to the Archibald Twins College Fund at First National Bank in Northfield.
Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  www.northfieldfuneral.com

David Hollinger

• Funeral Date: 5/19/13
• Funeral Time: 3:00 P.M.
• Date of Birth: 5/17/52
• Date of Death: 5/15/13
• Funeral Location: Northfield VFW

David John “Twink” Hollinger was born January 17, 1952, in Northfield to John “Ozzie” and Dorothy (Berens) Hollinger.  He was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church and graduated from Northfield High School in 1970.  In May 1972, he joined the US Army and spent time stationed in Okinawa.  He married Marilyn Moe on December 30, 1972, at the Methodist Church in Northfield.  Following his honorable discharge in May 1974, he returned to Northfield.  For the past 5 years he has been the facilities manager for Service Master by Ayotte.

Twink was a life member of the Northfield Eagle’s Club and a social member of the Northfield VFW.  He enjoyed fishing, playing pool, and gardening.  He was caring, social, outgoing and a wonderful husband and father.

Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Marilyn; 3 children Adam, Ben and Erin, all of Northfield; one grandson, Dexter; 2 sisters: Lanee (Dick) Rowell of Downsville, Wisconsin, Donna Hollinger of Cannon Falls; his in-laws, Donna and Bill Yates of Henderson, Nevada; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Vionnette and his brother Larry.

Twink passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning, May 15, 2013, in Northfield, at the age of 61.

A celebration of Twink’s life will begin at 3PM on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at the VFW in Northfield.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  www.northfieldfuneral.com

Wayne Bollum

• Funeral Date: 5/21/13
• Funeral Time: 10:00 AM
• Date of Birth: 10/08/55
• Date of Death: 5/15/13
• Funeral Location: Church of St. Dominic - Northfield

Wayne Curtiss Bollum was born October 8, 1955 at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri, to Henry and Marilyn (Friedrich) Bollum. He was raised on a farm near Blue Earth, Minnesota and graduated from Blue Earth High School in 1974. He attended the University of Minnesota and received a bachelor’s degree of Animal Science in 1978 and later received his Masters Degree from the Carlson School of Business. Following his education he moved to Owatonna to work for the Steele County Extension Service, to Albert Lea to work for First Northwestern National Bank and to the Twin Cities and work for International Multi Foods in Roseville. In the mid 1980′s he moved to the Chicago area and began working in the publishing business for the Farm Progress Company. Wayne married Jean Mary Bajadek on December 30, 1988 at St. Petronille’s Church in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. After marriage they made their home in Roseville and Wayne began working with Beef, National Hog Farmer, and Dairy magazines. In 1992 they moved to Apple Valley and in 1999, they bought their farm in Greenvale Township, Dakota County, just west of Northfield. Wayne started Golden Oaks Beef and continued to work as an advertising representative for Farm Journal Publications – Dairy Today. Jean passed away on September 18, 2010. Wayne retired to stay home with his children and began his Golden Oaks Consulting business.
Wayne attended the Church of St. Dominic, enjoyed golfing, and liked raising Limousin and Aubrac cattle. During Wayne’s travels, he visited nearly every state of the union, as well as several foreign countries. Throughout his life he was very involved in agriculture. He was a member and past Noble Ruler of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity, a member of the University of Minnesota Ag Alumni Board, a director of the MN Livestock Breeders Association, a director of the MN Limousin Association, a member of NAMA (National Agri Marketing Association), the Dakota County Fair Board, the U of M General Livestock Judging Teams and was a longtime 4-H adult leader. He was generous, had a great sense of humor, and was a loving husband and father. He was very humbled and touched by the tremendous turnout of over 500 family and friends at “Waynefest” on April 7th.
Survivors include his children Haley, Will and Wendy; his father, Henry (Sandie) Bollum of Fairmont; his brothers: Randy (Rhonda) of Airdrie, Alberta; Terry (Heidi) of Spokane, WA; his sister, Cindy (Neal) Grotsun of Cold Spring; his father-in-law, Charles (Pat) Bajadek of Glen Ellyn, IL; his brother-in-law Dan (Liba) Bajadek of Hinsdale, IL; his sisters-in-law: Nancy (Tim) Taylor of St. Charles, IL; Jane (John) Newkirk of Glen Ellyn; Julie (Todd) Rogers of Hoboken; NJ, Amy (John) Caskey of Sparta, NJ; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife Jean, his mother Marilyn, and his mother-in-law Carole.
Wayne passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, May 15, 2013 at his home in Greenvale Township, at the age of 57.
A service of Christian Burial will be 10AM, Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at the Church of St. Dominic with Fr. Dennis Dempsey officiating. Music will be provided by Joyful Noise. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Northfield. Casket bearers will be Dan Bajadek, Carl Bollum, Cory Bollum, Randy Bollum, Terry Bollum and Neal Grotsun. Visitation will be 4-7PM Monday at the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield. Visitation will continue at the church on Tuesday one hour prior to the funeral.
Memorials are preferred to Agribusiness Educational Foundation – Wayne Bollum Memorial Scholarship.
Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home. www.northfieldfuneral.com

Doreen Ness

• Funeral Date: 5/20/13
• Funeral Time: 1:00 PM
• Date of Birth: 2/04/23
• Date of Death: 5/15/13
• Funeral Location: St. John's Lutheran Church - Northfield

Doreen Roselle Dale Ness was born February 4, 1923, in Howard, South Dakota, to Anton and Sophia (Sanderson) Dale.  She was raised on the family farm and graduated Howard High School in 1939.  Following her education she moved to Northfield and began working in the business office at St. Olaf College.  While working at St. Olaf she met her future husband, Stanley L. Ness and they married on June 26, 1948, at St. John’s Lutheran Church.  After marriage Doreen worked with Stan until devoting her time to being at home with the children.  Over the years Doreen was always an active volunteer.  Her involvement included the Northfield Hospital Auxiliary, P.E.O., St. John’s Circle, choir and WELCA, PTA, and many hours with the Northfield Schools.  Prior to his death on June 23, 1996, she and Stan spent many winters at their home in Sun City, Arizona.  Doreen has been a resident at the Northfield Retirement Community for the past 12 years and a longtime member of Sons of Norway.  She was very social, a “people person”, and had a strong Christian Faith.  She loved to visit, never had a bad word to say and was always smiling.   She will be missed.

Survivors include her children: Dale and wife Linda, Brad and wife Kathy, Carol Babel, all of Northfield, Kari of St. Paul; 8 grandchildren: Sara (Terrence) Flynn, Chris Blomberg, Laura (Nick) Thom, Krista (Tim) Mullen, Anders (Stephanie) Ness, Julien Babel, Alec Babel, Maren Babel; 3 great-grandchildren: Mackenzie and Timothy Flynn, Charlie Mullen; her brother, Donald (Dorothy) Dale of Moorhead; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley in 1996, her brothers Stuart and Richard Dale, and her sister Genevieve Trooien.

Doreen passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning, May 15, 2013, at the Northfield Retirement Community, at the age of 90.

Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Monday, May 20, 2013, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield with Rev. John Quam officiating.  Music will be provided by Cathy Rodland.  Interment will be in Oaklawn Cemetery.  Casket bearers will be Sara Flynn, Chris Blomberg, Laura Thom, Krista Mullen, Anders Ness, Julien Babel, Alec Babel, Maren Babel, Mackenzie Flynn and Timothy Flynn.  Visitation will be 2-5PM Sunday, May 19, 2013, at the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  Visitation will continue at the church on Monday one hour prior to the funeral.

Memorials are preferred to the Stanley & Doreen Ness Scholarship at St. Olaf College, St. John’s Lutheran Church or the Northfield Retirement Community.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  www.northfieldfuneral.com

Shirley O'Mara Burke

• Funeral Date: 5/14/13
• Funeral Time: 11:00 AM
• Date of Birth: 4/11/18
• Date of Death: 5/09/13
• Funeral Location: St. Luke Catholic Church - River Forest, IL

Shirley Ann O’Mara Burke, of Hinsdale, IL; beloved wife of the late Alexander E. Burke; loving mother of Deborah Selucky, Mara (James) Mangan and Judith (Brent) Wick; cherished grandmother of Catherine, Jennifer and Theresa Selucky, and Mary and Katherine Mangan; dear sister of Loretta (the late John) Walsh and the late Elizabeth (the late Edmund) Branand and Ann (the late Robert) Conroy; dear sister in-law- of Mary Louise (the late William) Burns. She is survived by many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation Monday 4 to 8 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St., Oak Park. Prayers Tuesday 10:15 a.m. to St. Luke Church for Mass at 11 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

Sharon Gates-Hull

• Funeral Date: 5/14/13
• Funeral Time: 5:00 PM
• Date of Birth: 12/16/38
• Date of Death: 5/09/13
• Funeral Location: Emmaus Church - Northfield

Sharon Jan Gates-Hull was born December 16, 1938, in Winona, Minnesota, to William and Bernice (Erickson) Gates. She was raised in Winona, graduating from Winona Senior High School in 1956. She attended the U of M and majored in History with a minor in English. She also attended Winona State University, receiving a B.S. degree in Elementary Education. She married Michael Hull on December 21st, 1963. They had 3 children, and were later divorced.
Sharon worked for a number of years in the Public Relations field. She was a field representative for Congressman Tim Penny. She has resided in Northfield, Minnesota, for the past 18 years. Sharon was a member of Emmaus Church, Friends of Kierkegaard, the Northfield Senior Center, the League of Women Voters, Democratic National Committee, Northfield and Winona Historical Societies, the Norse Federation, and a NPR member since 1977. She was a very passionate volunteer and also an activist for peace in the community of Northfield. When in Northfield, Sharon worked for WCAL Radio, Northfield News, Girl Scouts and mentored tutors at Carleton College. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, traveling, being outdoors, swimming, hiking, and was a voracious reader. She was dedicated to peace and justice and to seeing that people around the world received fair and ethical treatment. She also was an enthusiastic music lover.
Survivors include her children Will and wife Nancy of Winona, Amy Wickert and husband Jeff of Rochester, David and wife Shelley of Red Wing; 6 grandchildren: Alisia, Joseph, Alec, Kaia, Jackson and Aidan; her mother, Bernice Gates of Winona; her sister Joan (Donald) Klagge of Winona; her companion, Dick Axelson of Minneapolis; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her father and her sister Marlene Cerise.
Following an automobile accident, Sharon passed away on Thursday evening, May 9, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, at the age of 74.

A celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at 5PM on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at Emmaus Church in Northfield with Rev. Will Healy officiating.  Music will be provided by Craig Wasner.  Honorary Pall Bearers are Alisia Hull, Joseph Wickert, Alec Wickert, Kaia Hull, Jackson Hull and Aidan Hull.  Visitation will be at the church beginning at 3PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to www.cureduchenne.org , a form of Muscular Dystrophy.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home. www.northfieldfuneral.com

Daniel Freeman

• Funeral Date: 5/11/13
• Funeral Time: 3:00 P.M.
• Date of Birth: 10/10/40
• Date of Death: 5/06/13
• Funeral Location: Valley Grove Church - rural Nerstrand

Daniel Bennett Freeman, age 72 of Northfield, passed away Monday evening, May 6, 2013, at the Care Center of the Northfield Retirement Community.  He was born October 10, 1940, in Northfield to Sidney and Lydia (Bennett) Freeman.

Survivors include his children: Nathan and wife Trish of Northfield, Jeff and companion Susan Beckles of Richfield, Suzanne of Los Angeles; 2 grandchildren: Ryann of Brooklyn, New York, Jordan of Northfield; 2 brothers: Jim and wife Kathy of Kasson, Jon and wife Phyllis of Faribault; 2 sisters: Deborah Buchbinder of Northfield, Sylvia Chase of San Francisco; his former wife, Gretchen Freeman of Burnsville; nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

A celebration of Dan’s life will be held at 3PM, Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Valley Grove Church, rural Nerstrand.  Visitation will be 2-7PM Friday, May 10, 2013, at the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the donor’s choice.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home. www.northfieldfuneral.com

Clarice Henderson

• Funeral Date: 5/07/13
• Funeral Time: 11:00 AM
• Date of Birth: 9/25/19
• Date of Death: 5/02/13
• Funeral Location: Trinity Lutheran Church - Northfield

Clarice Evelyn Halvorson Henderson was born September 25, 1919, in Frost, Minnesota, to Andrew and Christina (Erdahl) Halvorson. She was baptized and confirmed at Frost Lutheran Church and graduated from Frost High School in 1941.  She worked several years as a baby sitter and as a waitress at the cafes in Frost.  On April 4, 1945, Clarice married Arnold V. Henderson at the Lutheran parsonage in Blue Earth.  After marriage they began their family and lived in Mason City, Iowa, and Fairmont, Minnesota.  In 1958, they moved to Belle Plaine, Iowa, and in 1969 to Northfield.  Shortly after moving to Northfield, Clarice began working as a Dietary Aid at the newly opened Northfield Retirement Center.  She remained at NRC until retiring in 1989.  Arnold passed away on August 7, 2004, and Clarice remained in Northfield until moving to Rochester in 2010.

Clarice was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and had always been active in the churches they attended.  She enjoyed sewing, embroidery and baking.  Her family loved her world famous peanut butter cups, delicious cinnamon rolls and from scratch chocolate cake.  Clarice was gracious, a good hostess, kind hearted, sweet and strong.  She was happiest when her children and grandchildren were near.

Survivors include her children and their spouses: Gary and Susan of Fort Worth, Texas, Judith and Edwin Papesh of Belle Plaine, Iowa, Claudia and Michael Moberg of Rochester; 5 grandchildren: Michael (Wendy) Henderson of Owasso, Oklahoma, Joshua (Joani) Moberg and children Christian and Caleb of Minneapolis, Sarah (Mark) Howard and children Kathryn and Ryan of Milton, Georgia, Justin (Shannon) Moberg and children Violet and William of New Richmond, Wisconsin, Rebecca (Steven) Rogers and children Allison and Andrew of Waukee, Iowa; her sister-in-law Clara Homseth of Frost; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, her granddaughter Tina, her parents, her sisters Arvilla, Florence and Marian, and her brothers Elmer and Arthur.

Clarice passed away with her daughters by her side on Thursday evening, May 2, 2013, at Cottagewood Senior Communities in Rochester, at the age of 93.

Funeral services will be 11AM Tuesday, May 7, 2013, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Northfield with Rev. Brent Klein officiating.  Music will be provided by David Greenfield.  Interment will be in Red Rose Cemetery, Waterford Township.  Casket bearers will be Michael Henderson, Joshua Moberg, Sarah Howard, Justin Moberg, Rebecca Rogers and Steven Rogers.  Honorary pall bearers will be Wendy Henderson, Joani Moberg, Mark Howard and Shannon Moberg.  Visitation will be at the church on Tuesday one hour prior to the funeral.

Memorials are preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home. www.northfieldfuneral.com

Peter Blesener

• Funeral Date: 5/06/13
• Funeral Time: 10:30AM
• Date of Birth: 9/24/23
• Date of Death: 5/01/13
• Funeral Location: Annunciation Catholic Church - Hazelwood

Peter Francis Blesener was born September 24, 1923, in Northfield to Dominic and Abbie Rose (Finn) Blesener.  He was baptized and confirmed at Annunciation Catholic Church.  He attended District #22 County School, Rosary School and graduated from Northfield High School in 1941.  Following his education he farmed in Greenvale Township with his father and later with his brother.  On July 20, 1979, Peter married Verna Henry Cihak at Church of the Annunciation.  After marriage they made their home on Peter’s farm.  Verna passed away on January 22, 2008.

Peter was a lifelong member of Annunciation Catholic Church.  He was a member of Knights of Columbus at St. Dominic, Eagle’s Club, Treasurer of the Northfield Rural Fire Department for 30 years and on the Greenvale Township Board for 21 years.  He enjoyed reading, doing community service work, visiting with people and going to the Quarterback.  He was honest, soft-spoken, likable and a man of Christian Faith.

Survivors include his step-children and their spouses: Eileen and Larry P. Malecha of Faribault, June Tupy of Montgomery, John and Robin Cihak of Ogilvie, Jim and Connie Cihak of Lonsdale, Barbara and Butch Malecha of Northfield; his step-daughter-in-law, Mary Cihak of Braham;  numerous step-grand, great-grand and great-great-grandchildren; his sister-in-law, Mildred Blesener of Tracy; his nieces:  Rose Blesener (Bill Daly) of St. Cloud, Joanne McCabe (Tom) of Madelia, Anita Shikoski (John) of New Ulm; his nephews: Paul Blesener (Kathy) of Cottage Grove, Charles Blesener (Kathleen) of Elk River;  his in-laws: Lester Henry of Lakeville, Lillian Erickson of Iowa; other relatives and many friends.  He was preceded in death by his wife Verna, his parents, his brothers Dominic and Anthony, his step-daughter Carol Ann Cihak and his step-son Francis “Butch” Cihak.

Following a brief illness, Peter passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday evening, May 1, 2013, at the Northfield Hospital, at the age of 89.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM Monday, May 6, 2013, at Church of the Annunciation in Hazelwood with Fr. Thomas Rayar and Fr. Dennis Evenson officiating.  Music will be provided by Kathleen Young.  Interment will be in Annunciation Church Cemetery.  Casket bearers will be Charles Blesener, Paul Blesener, Jason Cihak, Jeremiah Cihak, Rick Malecha and Dan Vosejpka.  Visitation will be 2-5PM Sunday, May 5, 2013, at the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield.  Visitation will continue at the church on Monday one hour prior to the funeral.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  www.northfieldfunreal.com

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Theodore Rudser

• Funeral Date: 5/09/13
• Funeral Time: 11:00 AM
• Date of Birth: 4/17/22
• Date of Death: 4/28/13
• Funeral Location: Chapel of the Northfield Retirement Community

Theodore R. Rudser passed away April 28, 2013 at age 90 at his home in Northfield. WWII veteran Guam. Ted was preceded in death by all 10 of his siblings. Survived by his wife of 66 years Arlene, son David (Susan), daughter Lynn Solie (Donald), grandchildren Amy Rudser (Josh Gumm), Kyle Rudser (Annalisa), Anna Rudser (Jake Olson), Mathew Solie (April Zanelli), Jessica Solie, two great-grandchildren Isabella and Bjorn, and many nieces and nephews. Also survived by life long friend and best man Herman Karlsgodt and his wife Mary Ellen. The joys in Ted’s life were his family, friends, working on cars and spending time in the great out doors. Memorial service and celebration of a life well lived, Thursday May 9th, 2013, 11:00 am. At the Northfield Retirement Community Chapel. Visitation one hour prior. Memorials to St. Johns Lutheran Church Radio Broadcast Fund.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield.  www.northfieldfuneral.com

Rebecca Kasper

• Funeral Date: 5/04/13
• Funeral Time: 2:00 PM
• Date of Birth: 6/21/93
• Date of Death: 4/23/13
• Funeral Location: St. John's Lutheran Church - Northfield

Rebecca Dawn Kasper was born June 21, 1993, in St. Cloud, Minnesota, to Daniel and Sheryl Kasper.  She was raised in St. Cloud until the age of 9 when she moved with her family to Fountain Hills, Arizona.  In 2005, she moved with her family to Northfield, Minnesota.  Becky was a 2011 graduate of Northfield High School, studying her last year at Inver Hills Community College.  She was currently finishing her second year at Arizona State University – W. P. Carey School of Business.  A marketing major, she was scheduled to graduate after 3 years.  Over the years Becky was active in soccer, softball, basketball, gymnastics, playing trumpet in the band and as a cheerleader captain. She spent her high school years working at McDonalds and developed many close friendships with the people there.   She was a strong, determined and fiercely independent young woman who had the world before her.

Survivors include her parents Dan and Sheryl Kasper of Northfield; her sister, Alyssa Sell of St. Cloud; her aunts: Kim (Randy) Dixon of Clinton, Maine, Connie Sell of Smithfield, North Carolina, Lori Kasper of St. Louis Park, Janet (Mike) Robinson of Searcy, Arkansas, Doris Kasper of Nowthen; her uncles: Gene (Robbie) Sell of St. Joseph, Mike (Vera) Kasper of Clear Lake, Jim Kasper of Big Lake; cousins, other relatives and many, many friends.   She was preceded in death by her grandparents John and Ruth Kasper.

Becky passed away tragically on Tuesday, April 23, 2013, in Tempe, Arizona, at the age of 19.

Funeral services will be 2:00PM Saturday, May 4, 2013, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Northfield with Pastor Jason Cooley and Pastor Orlin Mandsager officiating.  Interment will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, Northfield.  Casket bearers will be members of the Band of  10,000 Aches Running Club. Visitation will be 3-7PM Friday, May 3, 2013, at the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home.  Visitation will continue at the church on Saturday one hour prior to the service.

Memorials are preferred to the Rebecca Kasper Memorial Fund, c/o First National Bank, 329 S. Division St., Northfield, MN 55057.

Arrangements are with the Benson & Langehough Funeral Home in Northfield.  www.northfieldfuneral.com