Patrick J. Costello
Patrick J. Costello, 77, of Hager City, Wis., died Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2015, at his home.
He was born Nov. 1, 1937, in Sauk Centre, to Frank and Anne (Moening) Costello. He graduated in 1955 from Sauk Centre High School and then enlisted in the US Coast Guard, serving from 1955-1959. In 1964 he graduated from San Jose State College in San Jose, Calif. While in San Jose he worked as a patrolman for the San Jose Police Department from 1961 to 1963 and the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control from 1963-1965. He returned to Minnesota where he worked for the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension in St. Paul from 1965-1969 as a criminal investigator. In June 1969 he graduated from the William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul. From 1970-1971, he worked for the Department of Justice in Washington, D.C. before returning to Minnesota, where he practiced law from 1971 up until his death, serving as the City Attorney in Red Wing from 1973 - 1986. During this time he also worked for the Department of Justice as a consultant and the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension in Minnesota as an Adjunct Instructor. He was a member of the Church of St. Joseph. In his free time, he enjoyed sailing, handball, hunting and traveling with friends and family throughout Ireland and the Caribbean. He also was an avid reader, great cook and enjoyed spending time with loved ones.
He is survived by Roxanne O’Connor of Red Wing; three sons, Tim (Sally) of San Diego, Sean (Lourdes) of Dunbarton, N.H., and Patrick (Kristin) of San Diego; six grandchildren, Jack, Ryan, Charlie, Thomas, Sandra and Abigail; three siblings, Kaye (Jerry) Beuning of Sauk Centre, Diane (Robert) Latterell of Cold Spring and Michael Costello of Sauk Centre and nieces and nephews, Todd, Tera, Steven and Brian. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Anne, former wife, Mary, and most recently life-long friend, Donovan Pederson.
Mass of the Resurrection was Monday, Oct. 12, 2015, at the Church of St. Joseph with Father Thomas M. Kommers officiating. Burial will be at the Oakwood Cemetery.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.mahnfamilyfuneralhome.com.

Ernest B. Uhlenkamp
Ernest B. “Ernie” Uhlenkamp, age 83 of Sauk Centre, died unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2015, at the Fairview University Hospital in Minneapolis.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 13 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Elrosa with Rev. Peter Kirchner officiating. Father Greg Paffel con-celebrated at the mass. Interment was in the parish cemetery.
Ernest Bernard Uhlenkamp was born Oct. 16, 1931 in Cando, N.D., to Carl and Alice (Quackenbush) Uhlenkamp. On June 1, 1957, he married Bernice Kortan at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. Ernie served in the U.S. Army and was a member of the American Legion Post 67 in Sauk Centre. He farmed in Getty Township where he raised and milked dairy cattle and crop farmed until his retirement in 1999. After retirement, Ernie became the playground supervisor at Holy Family School in Sauk Centre for many years.
He was a member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Elrosa, American Legion Post 67 in Sauk Centre, the Two Cylinder Club, and served as Getty Township Treasurer for 24 years. Ernie enjoyed restoring and driving his antique John Deere tractors and spending time with grandchildren.
Survivors include his beloved wife of 58 years, Bernice Uhlenkamp of Sauk Centre; children, Tom (Jolene) Uhlenkamp of Villard, Gerard Uhlenkamp (special friend, Kristina Deppa) of Brooten, and Mark (Sherrie) Uhlenkamp of Melrose; grandchildren, Brendan, Nicholas, Kaitlyn and James Uhlenkamp; brothers and sisters, Cora (Julian) Wiener of Sauk Centre, Don (Marlene) Uhlenkamp of Minneapolis, Lyle (Marilyn) Uhlenkamp of Sauk Centre, Alice Wanderscheid of Sauk Centre, Vern (Irene) Uhlenkamp of Sauk Centre, Roger (Cindy) Uhlenkamp of Villard, Bob (Lois) Uhlenkamp of Sauk Centre, and Pat (Jonie) Uhlenkamp of Sauk Centre.
Ernie was preceded in death by his mother, Alice (Quackenbush) Uhlenkamp, father, Carl Uhlenkamp; step-mother, Catherine Uhlenkamp; infant daughter, Marie Uhlenkamp; infant son, Charles Uhlenkamp; brother, David Uhlenkamp; and sister-in-law, Hazel Uhlenkamp.
Serving as casket bearers were Tom Uhlenkamp, Gerard Uhlenkamp, Mark Uhlenkamp, Brendan Uhlenkamp, Randy Uhlenkamp, and Joe Loehr, Jr. Cross bearer was James Uhlenkamp. Scripture bearer was Kaitlyn Uhlenkamp.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Rosella M. Boogaard
Rosella (Rutten) Boogaard, age 95 of Osakis, passed away on Monday evening, Oct. 19, 2015, at her granddaughter’s home in rural Sauk Centre.
A Mass of Resurrection was held on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 10:30 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Church in Osakis with Fr. Dave Petron officiating. Interment was at the Calvary Cemetery in Osakis.
Rosella Marie Rutten was born on May 8, 1920, in her home in Butler to Joseph and Katherine (Dykhoff) Rutten. She married John M. Boogaard at Holy Cross Church in Butler on her twentieth birthday, May 8, 1940. They began dairy and grain farming in Butler. The Boogaards moved to the Osakis area in 1953.
Rosella was a busy farm wife and mother with a family of seven children. She had a talent for growing things and had many house plants and a beautiful garden. She did lots of canning and baking for her family. Rosella helped in the kitchen at the Farm Court Supper Club for a couple of years and she regularly brought baked foods, garden produce and flowers to the Franciscan Sisters living at St. Elizabeth Convent.
She was a very active member of Immaculate Conception parish in Osakis, belonging to the church choir, the St. Elizabeth Mission group, the Daughters of Isabella and the Christian Mothers. Rosella also volunteered as a library aide at St. Agnes School. Upon retirement in 1980, John and Rosella moved to a home in Osakis. After four years in town they moved back to a hobby farm just north of Osakis.
Rosella had a life-long love for music. She was blessed with a beautiful singing voice and was also able to play several instruments, such as the violin-uke, the piano and the accordion, all without reading any notes. She loved to play cards, especially with her family, but also when visiting friends and neighbors. Many hours were spent quilting or making wagon-wheel rugs. Rosella loved to travel, whether on various bus tours or just going to see relatives both near and far. She was a kind and loving mother, grandma and sister who will be dearly remembered by all who knew her.
She is survived by her seven children, Shirley (Denis) Schirmers, Bernice (Don) Messer, Jeanine Wolbeck, all of Sauk Centre, Gerald (Theresa) Boogaard of Minneapolis, Duane (Kay) Boogaard of Osakis, Linda Kress of Winder, GA, Leonard (Kimra Kirksey) Boogaard of Osakis; 27 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; 8 great-great-grandchildren; her siblings, Evelyn Boogaard of Osakis, Catherine (Merlyn) Hotvedt of Plymouth, Clarence (Betty) Rutten of Butler, MN; many nieces and nephews.
Welcoming her home are her parents, her husband, John (2005), grandson, Kenneth Kallstrom, great-granddaughter, Madison Schmiesing, son-in-laws, George Kress and Donald Wolbeck, brothers, Lester, Albert and Charles Rutten.
The honorary pallbearers were the church Organ Choir members and the St. Elizabeth Mission Circle. Active bearers were Michele and Heidi Schirmers, Lori Messer–Nilles, Barbara Tabatt, Melissa Hansen, Shana Rachey, Kris Wolbeck, Johanna Boogaard.
Arrangements handled by the Roy-Hetland Funeral Home in Osakis.

Elmer J. “Porky” Hoeschen
Elmer J. “Porky” Hoeschen, age 92 of Sauk Centre, formerly of Freeport, died Monday, Oct. 19, 2015, at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle with Rev. Ronald Dockendorf officiating. Inurnment was in the parish cemetery.
Elmer Joseph Hoeschen was born June 28, 1923, in Freeport to Hubert and Mary (Barhorst) Hoeschen. He attended Sacred Heart School in Freeport though the eighth grade. Porky was a milk tester for DHIA his entire life. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle and the Albany Knights of Columbus Father Pierz Council #3628. Porky helped establish the Mid-Central Softball League. He loved to go fishing and enjoyed watching the Detroit Tigers baseball team.
Survivors include his brothers and sisters, Arnold (Regina) Hoeschen of Freeport, Rose Mary Groen of Richfield, Robert Hoeschen of Freeport, Walter (Alice) Hoeschen of Freeport, and Dorothy (Al) Brodie of Faribault; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Porky was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, John Groen; sister-in-law, Donna Hoeschen; niece, Sandy Hoeschen; and nephew, Kenny Hoeschen.
Serving as urn bearer was Rick Hoeschen. Cross bearer was Brian Hoeschen and scripture bearer was Jason Hoeschen. Serving as readers were Taylor and Garret Hoeschen and gift bearers were Ron Hoeschen and Gladys Haskamp.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grey Eagle.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Grey Eagle.

Frank Sunder
Frank Sunder, age 71 of Sauk Centre, passed away on Sunday evening, Oct. 25, 2015, at the Community Memorial Home in Osakis.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, Oct. 30, at 11 a.m. at the Lillian Building in Osakis with Fr. Greg Paffel officiating. A reception will take place after the service in the fellowship hall downstairs.
Frank John Sunder was born on Feb. 3, 1944, in Melrose to Henry and Theresia (Wolbeck) Sunder. He graduated from Melrose High School in 1962. On Sept. 29, 1967, he married Gladys Fischbach. Frank worked as a milk truck driver, school bus driver and also did some farming. Frank began doing over-the-road truck driving. He first worked for area trucking companies but eventually was able to run his own trucking business known as Castle Rose Trucking. He accumulated over 3 million miles over the years. He was a handyman and also a self-taught mechanic who not only kept his own vehicles running smooth but enjoyed working on various projects and motors. On March 21, 1994, he was married to Heidi Paczkowski.
Frank enjoyed many different activities when he wasn’t on the road. He made time to get out hunting and fishing as well as spending some time in the kitchen cooking up his famous chili and homemade bread. He listened to old time and country music and also enjoyed playing computer games and painting. When he had time to watch television he would watch wrestling and the Game Show Network. He also liked doing crossword puzzles.
Survivors include his wife, Heidi Sunder of Elkhorn, Wis.; Cheryl (Lenny) Cahlin of Alexandria, Michael (Renee) Sunder of Osakis, Ronald (Jeanna) Sunder of St. Cloud, Craig (Lori) Sunder of Sauk Centre, Eric Sunder of Grey Eagle, Susanne (Nate) Althaus of Osakis, Keith Sunder and Kyle Sunder, both of Sauk Centre; 16 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; four brothers, Henry ‘Hank’ (Rita) Sunder, Jr. of St. Cloud, Jerome ‘Jerry’ (Joanie) Sunder of Holdingford, John Sunder of St. Cloud, Danny (Jean) Sunder of Albany; two sisters, Rita (Art) Terwey of Melrose, Marie (Bennie) Beilke of Sauk Centre; a sister-in-law, Mary Sunder of Willmar and his former wife, Gladys Henderson of Osakis; many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Keith Daniel Sunder; three brothers, Richard and Robert Sunder and Hobart Wolbeck.
Memorials are preferred.

Audrey C. Hoffmann
Audrey C. Hoffmann, age 91, of Sauk Centre, died Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at CentraCare Health Hospital in Sauk Centre, Minn.
A gathering to celebrate her life will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 noon Friday, Oct. 30, at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Sauk Centre. Inurnment will take place later at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Little Falls, Minnesota.
Audrey Clarice Tonder was born in Lockhart, Minn., on Nov. 4, 1923. She was the youngest of three children born to Adolph and Anna (Modin) Tonder. She graduated from Middle River High School in 1941, and in the latter part of the decade found employment with the Minnesota Forestry Service. While there, she met a handsome young game warden and ex-pilot, Lloyd Hoffmann, with whom she shared a great sense of humor, a sunny outlook on life, and, eventually a wedding, on Dec. 28, 1947, in Gatzke, Minn. Together they traveled from Warroad to Phoenix, Ariz., and Olivia, Minn., before Lloyd was stationed in Sauk Centre in 1953.
Audrey was a stay-at home mom until she re-entered the workforce as a clerk at the SuperAmerica station, and later worked at the Montgomery Ward catalog store, where everyone in town came in to order things and visit with her. Some skipped the ordering and just came to visit.
Lloyd retired in 1976 and became an excellent cook, while Audrey continued working for another few years, finally hanging up her pen and clipboard in 1982 to join Lloyd in leisure, travels to casinos, and bragging about her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lloyd passed away in 2010, and Audrey soldiered bravely on until finally succumbing peacefully to the frailties of age at 91.
She is survived by three children, Steve Hoffman of Anoka, Jim (Marsha) Hoffman of Erskine, and Cynthia (Ron Warzecha) Hoffman of Minneapolis. She is also survived by two grandchildren, Heather (Marty) Humeniuk of Moorhead and Eric (Jenni) Hoffmann of Grand Forks, N.D.; and four great-grandchildren, Dalton, Lillian, Audrey, and Alexa.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Lloyd; and brothers, Allen (Yvonne) Tonder and Arthur (Katie Jongewaard) Tonder.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Matthew C. Schlaak, age 31, of rural Sauk Centre, died unexpectedly Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2015, at the CentraCare Health Hospital in Sauk Centre.
A funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, 2015, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Grove Lake. Rev. Philip Beyersdorf officiated. Interment was in Grove Lake Cemetery.
Matthew Christopher Schlaak was born to Wayne and Nancy (Poock) Schlaak on Jan. 3, 1984, in Waseca. Matt attended and graduated from B-B-E high school in 2002. Known to his family as a “sports nut,” Matt spent most of his time cheering on Minnesota sports teams and when his team wasn’t doing well, he turned to the Food Network and began watching. Matt was always positive about his struggle with the effects of spina bifida and rarely complained.
He was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Grove Lake.
Matthew will be deeply missed by his parents; brothers, Jonathan Schlaak of Sauk Centre, Timothy (Jennifer) Schlaak of Dundas and Robert Schlaak (Jodie Rud) of Northfield; nephews, Jackson, Treyton and Kaedon Schlaak; nieces, Kailey Schlaak, Evelyn and Anna Jordan; aunts and uncles, David Poock of Villard, Kathleen (Craig) Schuster of Faribault, Donald (JoAnn) Schlaak of Waseca and Edward Schlaak of Morristown; cousins and many friends.
Matt was preceded in death by his grandparents, Earl and Freida Schlaak and Arthur and Louise Poock.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. Some suggestions included: Trinity Lutheran Church of Grove Lake, Peace Lutheran Church, Faribault, B-B-E High School Athletic Department or The Humane Society.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Lana M. Martin, 35 of rural Sauk Centre died on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015, in Uganda, Africa, while visiting her sister.
Lana’s funeral will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, at Faith Mennonite Church in rural Sauk Centre. Burial will be at the church cemetery. A visitation will be held on Wednesday night from 6-8 p.m. and continue on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church Fellowship Hall in Belgrade. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home in Belgrade. www.hafh.org.
Lana Marie Martin was born on Oct. 12, 1980, in Elkhart, Ind., to Keith and Mary Ann (Kulp) Martin. Lana accepted Christ as her Savior in her youth and was a faithful member of Wisler Mennonite Church all her life. In 1999 she moved to Minnesota with her family. There Lana taught at Padua Mennonite School. Later, she opened Lana’s Place, a bulk food store. Lana enjoyed fishing with her brothers and being outside. She also liked to read, paint and travel.
She is survived by her parents, Keith and Mary Ann Martin of Sauk Centre; seven brothers, Anson (Maggie) of Mt. Solon, Va., Kelvin (Rosanna) of Brooten, Lyndon (Jeralyn) of Brooten, Wilson of Sauk Centre, Alan of Harrisonburg, Va., Nathan of Sauk Centre and Edwin of Elrosa; a sister, Carla (Stanley) Martin of Uganda, Africa; paternal grandmother, Rhoda Martin of Gosher, Ind.; maternal grandparents, Isaac and Florence Kulp of Gosher, Ind.; eighteen nieces and nephews; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Lana was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Leonard Martin.

David A. “Dave” Otte, age 55 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015, at his home after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 4, at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Jeremy Theis officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery.
David Alan Otte was born Dec. 28, 1959, in Sauk Centre to Bernard and Leora (Beidleman) Otte. He graduated from Sauk Centre High School in 1978 and completed a program with aviation mechanics at Dakota Aero Technical College in Fargo, N.D. On Dec. 22, 1989, he married Lisa Egan at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Alexandria. For the last 20 years, Dave was employed at Spartan Nash in St. Cloud. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church.
Dave leaves a legacy of love and integrity with his family and those who knew him. His biggest joy was his son, Seth. He has left behind wonderful memories of a loving husband, father, son, brother, brother-in-law, cousin and uncle. We are grateful for each and every day we got to see his glowing smile and for the lessons learned and all the jokes we shared. We will miss him more than words can express.
Survivors include his wife, Lisa Otte of Sauk Centre; son, Seth Otte of Sauk Centre; mother and step-father, Leora Otte-Calkins and Lewis Calkins of Sauk Centre; brother, Bruce Otte of N. St. Paul; brothers and sisters-in-law, LeRoy Egan of Elrosa, Kathy Banke of Sauk Centre, John (Bernice) Egan of Sauk Centre, Sue (Steve) Peterson of Sauk Centre and Mary Egan of Sauk Centre; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Dave was preceded in death by his father, Bernard Otte on March 8, 1970; father- and mother-in-law, Wallace and Lucille Egan; and brothers-in-law, Raymond Egan, Edmund Egan and Jeffrey Banke.
Casket bearers were Aaron Banke, Brent Egan, Zach Otte, Nick Deters, Grant Peterson and Courtney Schroeder. Cross bearer was Ali Peterson and scripture bearer was Nicholas Adams. Mass servers were Ryan Herickhoff, Bill Moritz and Dylan Kohorst. Reader was Nicholas Adams. Gift bearers were Morgan Adams and Andrew Primus. Eucharistic Ministers were Bernie Herickhoff and Linda Herickhoff.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Donald H. “Don” Fritzlar, age 84 of Sauk Centre, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2015, at CentraCare Health Nursing Home in Sauk Centre.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Jeremy Theis officiating. Military honors were provided by the Sauk Centre United Veterans Honor Guard with interment following in Calvary Cemetery.
Donald Henry Fritzlar was born April 19, 1931, in Elrosa to John and Theodora (Schwanke) Fritzlar. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. On May 7, 1957, he married Eileen C. Ebensteiner at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. The couple resided in Sauk Centre where Don proudly owned and operated Don’s Downtown Standard. Later, Don was a mechanic and a school bus driver for 33 years in the Sauk Centre School District. Playing cards and enjoying a few rounds of golf were some of his favorite pastimes. A prime rib dinner accompanied by a Manhattan was his most satisfying meal!
Don was a member of Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Church, Bishop Busch Council 4863 Knights of Columbus, Sauk Centre Lions Club, Paul F. Donart VFW Post 2853 and American Legion Post 67.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Eileen Fritzlar of Sauk Centre; two children, John Fritzlar of Long Prairie and Sue Schurhamer of Sauk Centre; five grandchildren, Steve (Melissa) Schurhamer, Troy (Crystal) Fritzlar, Sara Schurhamer (Jeremy Similey), Staci (Alex) Whitley and Ammy (Tim) Woeste; twelve great-grandchildren; and sister, Walda (Lars) Anderson of Belgrade.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Arnold Fritzlar; and sisters, Alice Rosenow and Lorraine Erickson.
Casket bearers were Steve Schurhamer, Troy Fritzlar, Alex Whitley and Tim Woeste. Cross bearer was David Fritzlar.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Kenneth A. “Ken” Krebsbach, age 68 of Lacombe, La., passed away Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at his home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre. Rev. Greg Paffel will officiate with interment following in the parish cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Sauk Centre. Parish prayers will be at 5 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home.
Ken was born Sept. 4, 1947, in Melrose and lived in the Louisiana area for most of his life. After completing high school in 1965 at Sauk Centre High School, Ken attended vocational technical school in Alexandria. Ken worked at the Farmer’s Co-Op in Sauk Centre where he met his wife, Janet. The couple was married Aug. 23, 1969, at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Greenwald. They then moved on to become the owners of Krebsbach Plumbing and Heating in Osakis. In 1982, Ken and Jan moved the family to New Orleans, La., and Ken began his career in construction with Johnson Brothers Corporation. He worked his way up to Project Superintendent over several bridge and heavy construction projects located in New Orleans, Alexandria, Shreveport and Crowley, La. After 25 years at Johnson Brothers, Ken moved on to James Construction and eventually to the Deep Foundations Division of Cajun Industries, LLC where he finished up his career working on several post Hurricane Katrina flood retention projects and other industrial works.
Ken was the loving husband of the late Janet V. Krebsbach for 39 years; she passed away on Sept. 10, 2008. He was the devoted father of Scott K. Krebsbach (Janna) of League City, Texas, Nancy K. Munguia (Richard) of Katy, Texas, Kristen Krebsbach of Lacombe, La., Craig M. Krebsbach (Colleen) of Crestview, Fla., Todd P. Krebsbach (Jennifer) of Haughton, La., and Kenneth D. Krebsbach and his fiancé (Melissa Krider) of Covington, La., and a deceased son, John Krebsbach.
Son of Barbara (Haller) Krebsbach of Sauk Rapids and the late Theodore Krebsbach. Brother of Donald Krebsbach (Kathy) of St. Cloud, Kathy K. Schahn (Leo) of Fridley, Jean Gamradt (Larry) of Wells, David Krebsbach (Iris) of Osakis, Joyce Lines (Scott) of Anoka and Robert Krebsbach (Colleen) of Annandale.
Grandfather of Paige Werner, Emrie Munguia, Evan Munguia, Corum Krebsbach, Arieanna Krebsbach, Ava Krebsbach and Elise Krebsbach.
Serving as casket bearers will be Don Krebsbach, David Krebsbach, Robert Krebsbach, Jason Krebsbach, Herb Inderrieden and Steve Inderrieden. Cross bearer will be Corum Krebsbach and scripture bearer will be Evan Munguia.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Edna Karsten
Edna Karsten, age 92, of Allentown, Pa., formerly of Sauk Centre, passed into eternal life Monday, Nov. 2, 2015, at Cedarbrook, Allentown, Pa. Edna was born Feb. 18, 1923, in New Richland, the daughter of Arthur and Emelia (Zwar) Schwenke. She was united in marriage to Carl Karsten. Edna was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Macungie, Pa, and an active member of their sewing group. She volunteered at Cedarbrook Nursing Home in Allentown, Pa., where she earned awards for the highest volunteer hours. As a volunteer, Edna fulfilled any task given to her including collating the Sunshine News, working at the gift shop, and playing pinochle with the residents. She was loved and admired by residents, other volunteers and staff.
She is survived by her daughters, Joan Fish of Metuchen, N.J.; Karol Schmick of Kutztown, Pa; four grandchildren, Ginger Brown of Emmaus, Pa., Hallee Budd of Palm Harbor, Fla., MariKay Fish of Hoboken, N.J. and Brian Fish of Glen Ellyn, Ill; four great grandchildren, Richard Trapp of Kutztown, Pa., Graydon and Chloe Fish of Glen Ellyn, Ill. and Jacob Budd of Palm Harbor, Fla.; nephew, Ron Gamradt of Faribault, nephew, Lyle Gamradt of Sauk Centre, niece, Gail Kane of Sauk Centre, two sisters, Emma Mussman of Owatonna and Ada Logan of Crosslake and two sisters-in-law, Louise Ferguson of Va., and Arlene Hughes of Connecticut and Florida.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl, her parents and a grandson, Randy Fritz.
Funeral services and visitation for Edna were held on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2015 at Grace Lutheran Church in Macungie, Pa., and on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015 at Michaelson Funeral Home in Owatonna. Interment was at the Greenwood Cemetery in Sauk Centre on Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015 at 12 p.m.

Leonard B. Ritter
Leonard B. Ritter, age 83 of Grey Eagle, died peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015, at the CentraCare Nursing Home in Sauk Centre.
A gathering was held from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at Patton-Schad Funeral Home in Sauk Centre. A private family inurnment will be in St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Ward Springs.
Leonard Bernard Ritter was born Oct. 25, 1932, in Birchdale Township, Todd County, to Paul and Rose (Minette) Ritter. He completed school until the 8th grade at Ward Springs Country School. On Feb. 5, 1964, he married RoseMary Louise (Erpelding) at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Watkins. The couple raised their eight children on the farm before separating years later. Leonard farmed and was employed at Fingerhut in St. Cloud for many years. Leonard enjoyed spending time outdoors, being with his family and talking smart at the cabin.
Leonard is survived by his children, Bob (Lisa Bailey) Ritter of Sauk Centre, Darrin Ritter of Berryville, Va., Karla (Rob) Herder of Maricopa, Ariz., Lisa (Jim) Wolbeck of Sauk Centre, Kevin Ritter of Grey Eagle, Brad (Kim Panitzke) Ritter of Sauk Centre, Bonnie (Eric Wright) Ritter of Sartell; grandchildren, Rebekah Stone, Corey Ritter, Casey Ritter, Heather Tepley, Karson Herder, Amber Kramer, Jesse Holmquist, Janet Holmquist, Ryan Ritter, Reece Ritter and Al Ritter; and many great-grandchildren; brother and sister, Marcy (Wally) Czech of Royalton and Kenny (Rita) Ritter of Sauk Centre.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; son, Marty Ritter; brothers and sisters, Ervin Ritter, Delbert Ritter, Rose Pflipsen and Marlene Klaphake.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral & Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Arnold J. Jonas
Mass of Christian Burial was at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 2015, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Anna, for Arnold “Arnie” J. Jonas, 88, of St. Anna, who died Monday at Assumption Home, Cold Spring. Rev. David Grundman and Rev. Eberhard Scheffers concelebrated and burial was in the parish cemetery.
Arnie was born Aug. 5, 1927, in St. Martin, the son of Edward and Teckla (Winter) Jonas. He married the love of his life, Rose Wander, on June 14, 1950, in Melrose. He farmed most of his adult life; his other occupations included Cold Spring Granite Company, Franklin Manufacturing and Bogards Gas Station. Arnie was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Anna; and also, the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed fishing for pan fish, spearing and playing cards. Arnie was friendly to everyone and loved to strike up a conversation with strangers. He had a charismatic smile, great sense of humor and a caring heart. Arnie enjoyed sharing his philosophy with his family and always ended his advice with, “but you have to know.” Most importantly, he cared for his family beyond words. He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Survivors include his children, Diane (Duke) Koehn of Underwood, Mary (Clem) Doll of Avon, David (Judy) of Sauk Centre, Brenda Porter of St. Cloud, Marvin (Kimberly) of Clearwater; siblings, Edmund (Margie) of Richmond, Darlene Hommerding of Albany, Arlene Winkels of Paynesville, Marcella Douvier of Farming; 14 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
Arnie was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Rose; son-in-law, Robert Porter; siblings, Clem Jonas and Ellen Hommerding.

Euni Dockter
Euni Dockter, 69 of Bismarck, N.D., formerly of Mercer, passed away at St. Alexius Medical Center in Bismarck on Nov. 24. A funeral service was held Nov. 30 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Turtle Lake, N.D., with Pastor Sondra Krogstad officiating.
Eunice Faye was born Oct. 4, 1946, to Oliver and Elnora (Nissen) Kirking in Drayton, N.D. She attended Glasston Elementary School and graduated from St. Thomas High School in 1964. While in school, Euni was very involved in all school activities, especially cheerleading. Following high school she attended the Minneapolis Institute of Medical Technology, graduating as a medical lab technician. She worked at the Grafton Hospital and later at Deaconess Hospital in Grand Forks, N.D.
In November of 1965, Euni met Gene Dockter (Doc) in St. Thomas, when she was home for the first basketball game of the season and Doc was a first year English teacher at the school. They were married Aug. 3, 1968, at United Methodist Church in Drayton, N.D. That same year they moved to Sauk Centre, where Doc taught and Euni worked full-time as assistant to the athletic director and part-time supervisor of study halls. She also worked with the dance team and girls gymnastics. While in Sauk Centre, they created some of the best memories and friendships which still hold dear to their hearts.
In 1975, one of the greatest gifts was given to Euni and Doc when their son Jonathan became a member of the family. In 1977, they moved near Mercer, N.D. to farm and ranch. In 1980, their family was blessed once again with the addition of Kimberly. Euni was very involved in the Turtle Lake and Mercer communities. She served as president of the local Jayceette’s chapter and was voted one of 25 outstanding presidents in the United States. She was also a member of the GFWC Study Club in Turtle Lake. Euni helped to start Story Hour at the local library, served on the Trinity Lutheran Church council for four years, volunteered at Turtle Lake-Mercer school, and was always helping with events her children were involved with at church and school. She taught Sunday School, Bible School and Confirmation for many years, even after her children were no longer involved. In 2002, they rented out their farm and Euni kept busy volunteering, especially with the God’s Child Project where she served on the board for several years. With the project, she traveled to Antigua and Guatemala three times where she helped build homes and distribute clothing to people in need.
In 2012, Euni and Doc bought a home in Bismarck where they were welcomed with great and caring new friends. They have enjoyed being closer to their grandchildren and spending many hours pontooning on the Missouri River. Euni had an outstanding personality and left a good impression on everyone she met. Through all of her health problems, she never once complained or felt sorry for herself. Euni took pride in her job as a stay-at-home mother to her children and felt blessed she was able to be there for them during their formative years. She was also integral in the lives of her grandchildren, helping whenever needed- shopping, baking and spending quality time with them at every opportunity.
Euni will be remembered for her smile, friendly demeanor and willingness to help whenever needed.
Euni is survived by her husband of 47 years, Doc, Bismarck; son Jonathan, Chicago; daughter Kimberly (Joey), Bismarck; grandchildren, Kennedy, Kamryn, and Jack (Bismarck); Brothers, Neil (Pat) Kirking, Ariz., Curt (Mary Ellen) Kirking, Cavalier, N.D.; sisters-in-law, JoAnn (Erv) Johnson, Minot, N.D., Jan (Erv) Geigle, Minneapolis, Joyce (Dennis) Fiedler, Mercer, N.D.; nieces and nephews, Jennifer, Erin, Chad, Barry, Maria, Julia, Solomon and Andrew; step- grandchildren, Kalan and Nolan.
She was preceded in death by her parents (Oliver and Elnora Kirking) and parents-in-law (Johnny and Elsie Dockter).
In lieu of flowers the family prefers memorials to the Lord’s Pantry, 515 Kundert St. Turtle Lake, N.D., 58575
Offer condolences and sign the guestbook at www.goetzfuneralhomes.com (Goetz Funeral Homes, Washburn and Turtle Lake).

Effie C. Forrest
Effie C. Forrest, age 90 of Sauk Centre, died peacefully Nov. 25, 2015, at CentraCare Health Nursing Home in Sauk Centre.
A funeral service was held Dec. 1 at the First United Church of Christ in Sauk Centre with Pastor Chad Schwanke presiding. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery. Effie Clara Penn was born Dec. 9, 1924, in Clara City, the daughter of John and Josephine (Hubel) Penn. On Nov. 2, 1942, she was united in marriage to Julian T. Forrest in Morris. The couple lived in Sauk Centre and raised their family of six children. Effie worked as a caregiver at Sarepta Nursing Home. Effie enjoyed caring for special needs people and worked at the Pettit Children’s Home and Koeln Homes. She also had a 30 year career serving as an Avon Sales Representative. During her stay at the nursing home, Effie quilted weekly with her great-granddaughter, Sara and other family members, sometimes including five generations. Effie was a member of First United Church of Christ in Sauk Centre.
Survivors include her children, Robert (Diane) Forrest of Zim, Judith (Victor) Zellgert of Little Falls, John (Dotty Rae) Forrest of Cass Lake, Kathryn Forrest of Ore., and Tamara (Paul) Neubauer of Plymouth; 20 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; and 13 great-great-grandchildren.
Effie was preceded in death by husband, Julian on Nov. 24, 1992; son, Ronald in 2000; great-grandson, Dominic Kraker in 2001; her parents; and her siblings.
Casket bearers were Jake Warolin, Casey Warolin, Robert Forrest, Jr., Thomas Forrest, Jusus Kraker and Gaige Kraker. Special music at the service was provided by Michael Zellgert, violinist.
Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Nikki R. Fischer, 29
Visitation will be held on Friday, Dec. 4, 2015, from 4 - 7 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015, at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Alexandria with visitation one hour prior at the church.

Margaret K. Berscheit of Sauk Centre passed away Dec. 2, 2015, at the age of 95.
Margaret was preceded in death by husband, Raymond; six brothers and one sister.
Survived by children: Susan (Larry) Sell, Sarah Berscheit, Stan (Deb) Berscheit, Shirley (Brad) Nelson and Sally Berscheit; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sister, Marian; other loving family and friends.
Mass of Christian burial was held Dec. 7 at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Maple Grove. Interment was held Dec. 8 at St. Paul’s Catholic Cemetery in Sauk Centre.
Arrangements were by Billman Hunt Funeral Chapel.

Leah M. Becker
Leah M. Becker, age 79 of Sauk Centre, passed peacefully from this world to be with our Lord on Dec. 2, 2015. From her birth and until her last breath she nourished people around her with love, faith and music. (And a few tomatoes, squash and raspberries from her abundant gardens.) She was the last of seven children born to Albert and Stella Sauter in Tyler, N.D. on April 19, 1936. Her childhood years were spent in Fairmount, N.D. After marrying Andrew Becker in 1957, the couple lived in Albertville, where their six children were born.
In 1971, the family moved to a dairy farm in Sauk Centre, and they lived in the community until the spring of 2014. They have been living in Burnsville, since 2014, in order to be closer to their children.
In addition to her parents, Leah is preceded in death by her grandson, Casey; siblings, Johnny, Clarence, Joan, Rita and Phyllis. Leah is survived by her loving husband, Andrew; children, Cary (Diane), Bruce (Peg), Joe (Joannie), Nancy (Kevin) Waldbillig, Renee (Mike) Laughery and Allen (Andrea); 24 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and her sister, Elaine Imholte. Music was an integral part of Leah’s life. Not only did she enjoy listening to and making music, she offered this talent as a stewardship to so many people throughout her life. She played organ and directed church choirs, played and sang with her husband, Andy, at many gatherings and events around the community and also used music as a therapy while working at St. Michael’s Nursing home in activities. This love of music has also been passed on to her children and grandchildren.
Another important aspect of her life was vegetable and flower gardening. While raising six children with Andy, and even into retirement, having a large vegetable garden and canning was an essential part of her summers.
Leah also became a Master Gardener and her love of flowers grew into many beautiful gardens enjoyed by friends and neighbors when they came to the house. The importance of family could not be stressed enough, if you would ask Leah about her priorities. Not only did she leave many traditions and legacies for her children, she also instilled a sense of love, caring, humor and making music into her many grandchildren. In return, it was easy to see the pride and joy that they brought into her life.
Above all though, was her love of God. That love fostered her servant heart and was the driving force behind the acts of charity she showed her family and church community.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, Dec. 7, at All Saints Catholic Church in Lakeville, 19795 Holyoke Ave.; Burial was at Albertville Cemetery. Condolences at: www.whitefuneralhome.com.
Memorials preferred to Options for Woman Pregnancy care Center: 1225 Timberlane Drive #5, Sauk Centre, MN 56378

Charles C. Stalberger
Charles C. Stalberger, 71 of Plymouth, passed away peacefully at home Dec. 1, 2015. A funeral Mass was held Dec. 5 at the Church of the Holy Name of Jesus, 155 Cty Rd. 24, Medina.
Charles C. Stalberger was born April 8, 1944, in Belgrade, to parents Edwin and Laura Scholz Stalberger. He attended schools in Belgrade and graduated from Belgrade High School in 1962. He worked with his father and eventually owned Stalberger Electric. He married Geraldine Nyberg on Dec. 10, 1982, in Maple Grove. They resided in Plymouth, where he worked at Budget Power and at Morrie’s Ford.
Charles is survived by his loving family: wife Gerri and daughter Janine (Karl) of Plymouth; brothers-in-law and sisters-in law Ken and Joyce Nyberg of Buffalo; Jeanette and Steve Kenney, Loretto; Marlene and Rick Thomas of Buffalo.
He was preceded in death by parents Edwin and Laura Stalberger and brother and sister-in-law Roger and Kathy Stalberger.
Arrangements with Gearty-Delmore Funeral Chapel of Plymouth.