Browsing the 2023 archive of Current Highlights

Our sympathy to the family of Brian James Olson

Posted by Patti Kocur on 11/17/23

Brian James Olson passed away, peacefully yet unexpectedly, at his home on November 15, 2023.

He was born March 29, 1976, in South St. Paul, MN to James and LaDonna (McNamara) Olson. He resided in Hastings, MN and worked as a carpenter for most of his life. Brian ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Helen Ann Leifeld

Posted by Patti Kocur on 11/17/23

Helen A. Leifeld (Kaiser), age 90, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 14, 2023, just 5 days short of her birthday in Rochester, Minnesota.

 

Helen was born on November 19, 1932 in to Grace and William Kaiser. She was united in marriage to Leo Joseph Leifeld on October ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of John "Wes" Paradis

Posted by Patti Kocur on 11/17/23

John W. Paradis, 72, of Cannon Falls, Minnesota passed away peacefully on November 16, 2023 at home, surrounded by his family. A Traditional Latin Funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Miesville, Minnesota, with a visitation ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Betty Ahlers

Posted by Patti Kocur on 10/16/23

Betty Ahlers April 23, 1936 — October 15, 2023 Crosslake

Elizabeth Helen "Betty" Ahlers, age 87 of Crosslake and formerly of Cannon Falls, passed peacefully on Sunday morning, October 15, 2023 at Whitefish at the Lakes Senior Living in Crosslake, MN, with her daughters by her side.

 Betty was ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Kevin Schiller

Posted by Patti Kocur on 8/31/23

Kevin D. Schiller, age 63, of Hastings, Minnesota, passed away Monday morning, August 28, 2023 surrounded by his family.

Kevin David Schiller was born on August 24, 1960 to parents Joseph and Odelia (Endres) Schiller in Cannon Falls. After high school, Kevin worked in the construction industry for ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Stephen Susag

Posted by Patti Kocur on 8/31/23

Stephen M. Susag, age 76 of Cannon Falls, died suddenly but peacefully at home on Friday afternoon, August 25, 2023.

Stephen Michael Susag was born April 8, 1947, in Minneapolis to Paul and Laverne (Peterson) Susag. He studied horticulture at several schools, moving to California for a time ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Thomas "Tom" Osborn

Posted by Patti Kocur on 7/31/23

Thomas "Tom" W. Osborn, age 83, of Hastings passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones July 29, 2023.

Tom was an avid gardener and woodworker. He was an active volunteer of the Commemorative Air Force and the Twin Cities Rose Club. In his younger years, Tom enjoyed sailing. ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Michael "Mikey" Leifeld

Posted by Patti Kocur on 5/19/23

Michael R. "Mikey" Leifeld, age 36 of Minneapolis and formerly of Miesville, died on Friday, May 12, 2023, at home.

Michael Robert, the son of Michael and Brenda (Peterson) Leifeld, was born on March 24, 1987, in Cannon Falls. As a child, Mikey loved spending time on the ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Irma Freiermuth

Posted by Patti Kocur on 4/12/23

Irma T. Freiermuth, age 91 of Hastings, died peacefully following an extended illness on Sunday afternoon, March 26, 2023.

Irma Theresa Schiller, the daughter of Anton and Josephine (Ludwig) Schiller, was born November 29, 1931, in Castle Rock Township, Minnesota. She attended both Hampton and Farmington schools, and worked ... Read More »

Our sympathy to the family of Dale McDonald

Posted by Patti Kocur on 3/06/23

Dale E. McDonald, 44, of the Twin Cities, was reunited with his dad and brother on February 27, 2023.

He was born on January 14, 1979 in Hastings, Minnesota to Tim and JoAnne (King) McDonald. He grew up in Hastings and graduated from Hastings High school.

Dale explored ... Read More »