Sonja K. Jossart
May 25, 1936 • June 14, 2016

Sonja “Toni” Karen Jossart, 80, Bismarck, North Dakota, died  June 14, 2016, from the progression and complications of Alzheimer’s Disease.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, June 20, at Faith Lutheran Church, Bismarck, with Rev. Jon Splichal Larson officiating. Visitation was held from 5-9 p.m.  Sunday, June 19, at Eastgate Funeral Service,  Bismarck.
Burial was held at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Bismarck.

Toni was born  May 25, 1936, in Benson, Minnesota.  She is the daughter of Ben and Ethel (Troy) Johnson.  She attended grade school through high school in Benson.  She loved music and participated in band, chorus, Triple Trio, Girls Quartet, and Girls Sextet.  She also participated in the Sr. Play, Jr. Play, Homecoming Committee and Royalty, Annual Staff, and Student Council.  After graduating high school in 1954, she attended Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD and studied business.

She married her high school sweetheart, James “Jim” Elroy Jossart  June 6, 1959.   In 1964, they moved to Bismarck so Jim could begin his career as a pharmaceutical representative.  They had two children, Brad and Sara.  She enjoyed following their sports activities and music interests.  Toni especially enjoyed the piano and a Lori Line CD could often be heard throughout her home.  She was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church and was involved in bible studies, choir, and taught Sunday School.  She occasionally did clerical work during the ND Legislative Sessions.  She worked with United Power Association in a clerical capacity after the children were grown and eventually retired from that position.

Toni was an avid gardener and planted flowers every spring.  She and Jim loved to golf and cook together.  Those who were close to her will fondly remember her famous cheesy beans, cinnamon twists, cookies, and apple pies made from the apples she handpicked every year.   She found great joy in picking out gifts for her loved ones and especially giving her annual gift of pajamas to her grandchildren at Christmas, no matter what their age.  She was very proud of all of her grandchildren’s academic and athletic accomplishments.  She also developed many friendships over the years and enjoyed visiting with them as well as meeting new people

Toni is survived by her son, Brad (Robin) of Bismarck; her daughter, Sara (Bill) Blaha of Verndale; six grandchildren: Brittany (Jordan) Wilhelm, Erika Jossart, Jordyn Jossart, Eric Blaha, Mitchell Blaha, and Katie Blaha; and one brother David (Bonnie) Johnson of Hugo.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Jim; brother, Bernie Johnson; and her parents.

Go to www.eastgatefuneral.com to share memories of Toni and sign the online guestbook.

Perry H. Smith
October 21, 1923 – June 23, 2016

Perry Huston Smith, age 92, of Benson, died Thursday, June 23, 2016 at Golden Living Center – Meadow Lane. Funeral service will be held 10:30 A.M. on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ in Benson, MN. Visitation will be held from 2:00 – 5:00 P.M. on Sunday, June 26, 2016 at Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ and will continue for one hour prior to the service on Monday.  Private interment will occur at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, donations are preferred to Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ in Benson, MN. Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson, MN.
    
Perry Huston Smith was born in Swift County, Minnesota to Lester Clifford and Enid Anita (Huston) Smith on October 21, 1923.  He was baptized by Dr. Dixon at the Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ in Benson.  Perry grew up in DeGraff and attended school there.  In those days, you were expected to be a man after graduating from 8th grade.  He worked for many farmers, set pins at the bowling alley, and worked at Shell Station and Tyler Manufacturing.
 
On June 10, 1949, Perry was united in marriage to Helen Joyce Valentine by Dr. Dixon at the Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ.  This union was blessed with more than 67 years of marriage, 8 children, 25 grandchildren, and 35 great-grandchildren.
 
Perry purchased the Shell Station and ran it as Perry’s Oil & Tire.  He loved helping people and doing farm service tire repair.  He retired in 1987 and enjoyed living at Lake Scandi before moving to Benson in 2002.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, dancing, playing cards and Farkle, and remembering times past.  His family was very important to him.
 
Perry is survived by his wife, Joyce Smith; children: Sandra (Steve) Miller of Atwater, Vicki (Steve) Madsen of Morton, Kathryn Walsh of Murdock, Beverly (Pat) Byrne of DeGraff, Richard (Lucy) Smith of Signal Hill, CA, Janice (Frank) Carlson of Hanover, Karen (Todd) Sester of Rogers, and Angela (Darren) Schultz of Crystal; 24 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; sisters: Lola Clemen of Willmar, Elenore Larson and Cecil Ellingson of Benson; brother, Clifford Smith of Willmar; and many other relatives and friends.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters: Thelma Stottler, Arlene Stottler, Evangeline Smith, and Beulah Lundberg; brothers: Chester Smith, Harold Smith, and Edward Smith; granddaughter, Renae Madsen; and great-grandson, Joshua Orellana.
 
Please sign the guestbook at www.zniewskifuneralhome.com .

Obituary for Madelyn Knutson

Funeral Services celebrating the life of Madelyn Knutson, 94 of Benson will be Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at East Zion Lutheran Church in rural Starbuck. Reverend Jackie Harvestine will officiate. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the church. Interment will be in the East Zion Lutheran Cemetery.

Madelyn Victoria Collins, was born November 11, 1921 in Todd County, Minnesota to Leslie and Lena (Forbord) Collins. She attended and graduated from Osakis High School in 1939. Following her schooling, Madelyn moved to Hollywood, California, where she worked as a waitress. In 1941, she returned to Minnesota to help her aunt and uncle with housekeeping. Madelyn married Maurice T. Knutson on March 12, 1944 at East Zion Lutheran Church. The couple made their home in Langhei Township, where they began farming in 1950 on the family farm. Madelyn helped around the farm and managed the household while raising three boys.  She also worked for several years as a seamstress at Fingerhut. During her retirement years, Madelyn opened The Brown Bag, a consignment store, with her girlfriends. Later in life, Madelyn enjoyed spending time with her family and living on the farm with Maurice.

Madelyn was an active, longtime member of East Zion Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school and was a part of the ladies aide. She was also a member of the Red Hat Society and the Homemakers Group. Madelyn liked to fish with Maurice and square dance in their earlier years, gardening, cooking and baking. She enjoyed anything that let her express her creative talents: painting, hardanger, crocheting, rosemaling, and sewing. Madelyn was always willing to help a friend or neighbor in need whether it was sewing patches, bring them over a dish for supper, or giving the occasional haircut.

Madelyn died on Tuesday, June 21, 2016 at the Glenwood Retirement Village in Glenwood, Minnesota.

She is survived by her sons, Richard (Pam), Wayne (Cynthia Roberts) and Keith (Sandy); grandchildren, Karl (Jen), Ingrid (Aaron Youngdahl), Leah (Ryan) Anderson, Carrie (Joe Henneberg), Jake (Kelsy Solvie), Erica, Chad (Kelsey) and Todd; great grandchildren, Chloe, Levi, Henrik, Alma, Lauren, Saul, Clara, Carsyn, Franklin, Elwin and Harper; brother, Eugene (Becky) Collins; sisters, Vonnie Brustad, Annabelle Engebretson and Donn Mae (Ted) Larson and niece, Fran (LeRoy) Ras. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents and brothers, Merlen Collins and Virgil Collins.

Starbuck Funeral Home in Starbuck is in charge of the arrangements. To send condolences to the family please visit www.starbuckfh.com.

Alvera Annetta Haugen
March 27, 1921- June 20, 2016
Funeral Notice
 
Alvera Haugen, 95, of Benson, passed away on June 20, 2016 at the Swift County Benson Hospital, Benson, MN. Visitation will be held 10:00 – 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, July 5, 2016 at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson with the Funeral Service beginning at 11:00 A.M.  Interment will be in the benson City Cemetery.  Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson.

Gerald “Jerry” Koosmann, age 73, of Appleton, died Saturday, June 25th in Courage Cottage in Morris.  Funeral services will be Thursday, June 30th at 2:00PM, at Zion Lutheran Church in Appleton, officiated by Rev. Michelle Rowell.  Visitation will be Wednesday, June 29th from 5:00PM to 7:00PM, at Zion Lutheran Church in Appleton.  Visitation will resume for one hour prior to services at the church on Thursday.  A private family burial ceremony will be held at a later date.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Martha “Marty” Koosmann of Appleton; children: Anita (Lloyd Jr.) Hoffarth of Kindred, ND and Aaron (Christine) Koosmann of Appleton; four grandchildren; sister, Arleen (James) Hollenhorst of Arden Hills; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home –Vaala Chapel in Appleton.
 

John Christopher Greene, age 74, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Friday, June 24, 2016, at his home in Hutchinson. A private family gathering was held Sunday, June 26, 2016.

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John C. Greene was born on November 1, 1941, in Benson, Minnesota. He was the son of Christopher and Margaret (Christensen) Greene. He was baptized as an infant in 1941, and later confirmed in his faith as a youth, both at St. Malachy Catholic Church in Clontarf, Minnesota. He received his education in Benson, Minnesota, and was a graduate of the Benson High School Class of 1959.

On November 21, 1964, John was united in marriage to Joan Schlagel, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with two children, Jean and Kristine. John and Joan resided in Danvers, Minnesota, and later moved to Hutchinson after his retirement. They shared 51 years of marriage.

John was a farmer and buffalo rancher in Danvers, Minnesota. He owned and operated Napa in Benson and Paynesville, Minnesota. He retired from farming in 2002, and also from being a buffalo rancher in 2012. John was a member of St. Malachy Church.

John enjoyed raising buffalo, hunting, socializing and having coffee with his friends. He also enjoyed working on the farm, attending buffalo shows, and fishing. He especially cherished the time he spent with his family, grandchildren, great grandchildren and friends.

John passed away on Friday, June 24, 2016, at his home in Hutchinson, Minnesota, at the age of 74 years.

Blessed be his memory.

John is survived by his:

Wife, Joan Greene of Hutchinson, MN;

Children, Jean Greene of Willmar, MN,

                Kristine Buffum of Sioux Falls, SD;

Grandchildren, Jessica Barnett and her husband, Christopher Barnett, Natasha Simonson, Tiffany Gronseth, Jarres Greene;

Great Grandchildren, Roman DeLong, Kaydon Wright, Kaiser Greene, Kyra Gronseth, Cameron Gronseth, and Dylan Wrobleski;

Sister, Gloria Dalseide and her husband, Jerry of Benson, MN;

John is preceded in death by his Parents, Christopher and Margaret Greene.

Arrangements by the Dobratz-Hantge Chapel in Hutchinson, Minnesota. Online Obituaries and Guest Book available at www.hantge.com.  Please click on Obituaries/Guest Book.

Francis J. ‘Frank’ Simmonds
May 24, 1925 • June 1, 2016

Francis J. Simmonds, 91, of Rochester, Minnesota died Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at Seasons Hospice.

A Memorial Mass for Francis J. “Frank” Simmonds was held  at 11 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2016 at Resurrection Catholic Church in Rochester officiated by the Revs. Kevin Connolly and Shawn Haremza. Visitation was one hour prior to the Mass at the church.  Burial was at 1:30 p.m. at Oakwood East Cemetery with Military Honors provided by American Legion Post 92.

Francis James Simmonds was born May 24, 1925 at Benson, Minnesota to Francis Joseph and Margaret (Bouta) Simmonds. He grew up in DeGraff  and graduated from Benson High School.

Frank served in the United States Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946.

January 25, 1947, Francis married Gladys I. Gauthier. She passed away July 27, 2008.

Frank and his brother, Joseph, worked together as business partners for 34 years (Simmonds Feed and Fertilizer and Supreme Pet Food). He moved to Rochester in 1991. He enjoyed woodcarving, reading and spending time with family.

Frank is survived by five daughters, Terri (Ron) Jones of Farmington, Debbie (Mike) Benson of Rochester, Cheryl (Steve) Sering of Rochester, Sandy (Jed) Nikolai of Chaska and Mary (Dave) Egge of Rochester. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph Simmonds of DeGraff and a sister, Joan (Larry) Ashburn of Benson; nine grandchildren: Erik (Melissa) Benson, Chad (Tara) Benson, Jason (Jessica) Egge, Tammy (Andy) Sorum, Josh (Han) Egge, Tracy (Tom) Worm, Chelsey Fowler, Mason and Zack Nickolai; 13 great-grandchildren: Natalie, Noah and Audrey Egge; Ella and Lily Benson and Zia Benson; Alex, Hannah and Greta Sorum; Ethan, Evan, Emmit and Eli Worm.

He was preceded in death by his wife Gladys, infant daughter Sharon, brother Robert, infant brother John and sisters Patricia and Mary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Vincent De Paul Charities, an organization that assists the poor, Channel One or Donor’s Choice.

Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
 

Gerald “Jerry” Koosmann
1943 – 2016

Gerald “Jerry” Koosmann, age 73, of Appleton, died Saturday, June 25th in Courage Cottage in Morris.  Funeral services were Thursday, June 30th at 2:00PM, at Zion Lutheran Church in Appleton, officiated by Rev. Michelle Rowell.  Burial was at the Appleton City Cemetery.

Gerald “Jerry” Koosmann was born May 26, 1943, in Appleton, Minnesota, the son of George and Esther (Oberhammer) Koosmann.  He was baptized at St. John’s Lutheran – Fairfield Township and confirmed at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.  Jerry lived almost his entire life in Hegbert Township, rural Appleton, until he moved to Appleton in 2007. He attended the township grade school and then graduated from Appleton High School in 1961.  On August, 15, 1970, Jerry married Martha “Marty” Gulick in Egan, South Dakota. They were blessed with two children, Anita and Aaron.  Jerry represented the third generation to live and work on the family farm. He raised wheat, corn, soybeans, cattle and hogs. He even experimented in aquaculture. Occasionally he planted sunflowers and flax because Marty liked how beautiful those crops looked in the field.
 
Jerry had the skills to fix anything that broke and an uncanny ability to identify poorly engineered machinery that needed attention before it broke. His love for the land was visible in every action. He willingly gave tractor rides to family members, friends and even foreign journalists. More than once, he brought a baby pig into the house entryway so that a visitor could experience the miracle of the baby animal’s squeals and velvety fuzz.  A stubborn German, Jerry valued hard work, kindness and loyalty. He technically retired in 2005, passing on the farm to his son, the fourth generation.
 
Jerry was a great storyteller who could spin a tale so meandering that his listeners didn’t always remember the original point of the story, but were nonetheless deeply entertained. He lived a faith- and service-filled life, volunteering in several roles at Good Shephard Lutheran Church and Zion Lutheran Church. He served as Hegbert Town board supervisor and was on the Swift County Planning Commission. He also was a member of Jaycees and a 4-H leader.  Family always came first to Jerry. Every spring, he picked Pasque flowers from the native pasture for Marty. He was proud of his children and adored his four grandchildren.
 
He is survived by his wife of nearly 46 years, Martha “Marty”; daughter, Anita and her husband, Lloyd Hoffarth Jr., and grandchildren, Paden and Ian, of Kindred, North Dakota; son, Aaron, and his wife, Christine (Scheff) Koosmann, and grandchildren Robert Jack (RJ) and Reese, of Appleton; sister Arleen and her husband, James Hollenhorst; sisters- and brothers-in-law: Carol and John Simons, Kathryn and Murray Johnson; nieces and nephews: Natalea Elvecrog (daughters Ashakele and Aliyah), Joseph Elvecrog, Brianna Elvecrog Gaddes and husband Kamren (son Emmett), Robin Mills (son Trevor and daughter Natalie), Dr. Peter Hollenhorst and wife Dr. Heather Hundley (sons Evan and Bryce), Andrew Hollenhorst and wife Christine Pirani Hollenhorst (daughter Nina and son Miles), Margaret Hollenhorst Edwards (daughter Genevieve), Matthew Johnson, Christine Johnson-Sundby and wife Rene Sundby (daughter Ellie); other relatives and friends.
 
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Esther Koosmann; sister Carol Elvecrog; brother-in-law Dean Elvecrog; parents-in-law Robert and Ruby Gulick; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
 
Please sign the guestbook at www.zniewskifuneralhome.com
 

Bernice M. Benham

October 23, 1920 – July 1, 2016

Benson, Minnesota – Bernice M. Benham, 95, of Benson, died on Friday, July 1, 2016, at Homestead Place North in Benson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, July 7, at 11:00 am, at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 6, at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 3:45 pm and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., and for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in St. Francis Catholic Church Cemetery. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements.

     Bernice Mary Benham, age 95, was born on October 23, 1920, in rural Danvers, Minnesota, the daughter of Napoleon and Ella (Langsdorf) Fennell. She was baptized at St. Malachy’s Catholic Church in Clontarf and grew up and attended country school in rural Danvers. She graduated from Benson High School in 1938 then worked at Peterson Dairy in the barns and doing housework.

     On June 24, 1946, Bernice was united in marriage to Wesley Benham at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson. This union was blessed with over 50 years of marriage. During the 1940s Bernice worked at Red Owl most of the time as store manager. She was the first woman to be named manager in the District.  As the kids grew older she worked at Wigfield’s during the Christmas Shopping season, then full time at Orscheln’s where she was named the first woman assistant manager in the district. When Walt Grothe decided to open a floral shop in Benson, he approached her about managing it for him, which she did until Wes asked her to retire so they could go south for the winter. Bernice enjoyed making quilts and blessed her grandchildren with embroidered baby quilts as well as quilts for the grandchildren’s graduations and weddings. She enjoyed crafts, gardening and sewing. She volunteered in the St. Francis Mission Guild for twenty five years.  In 1981 they retired and spent 16 winters in Adams Gardens, in Harlingen, Texas. Bernice was called from this life on Friday, July 1, 2016, at Homestead North in Benson.

     She is survived by her children Bonnie (Ray) Smith of Benson, Thomas (LouAnn) Benham of Minneapolis, and Marilyn (Tom) Lee of Benson; 10 grandchildren Tom (Katie) Smith, Justin (Lindsay) Smith, Angela (Dean) Krebs, Mike (Alison) Benham, Samantha Helmin, Nicholas Benham (Special friend Anya Smith), Stefanie Benham, Jon (Heather ) Lee, Ryan Lee, and Brady Lee; 18 Great grandchildren Rachael, Matea, Caleb, Aubrey, Nolan, and Oliver Smith, Lauren, Hunter, and Wyatt Krebs, Emily and Taylor Benham, Amaya and Brenya Helmin, Theron Benham, Hunter, Madison, Devin, and Ethan Lee; a sister Anna Mae Hawley of Alexandria, and a sister in law Lillian Benham of Morris. She was preceded in death by her parents Napoleon and Ella, her husband Wesley in 1996, one son James, and a brother Clarence Fennell. Blessed be her memory.

Patricia Thelen, age 79, formerly of Benson, died on Sunday, July 3, 2016, at Sanford Hospital in Fargo, North Dakota.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 8, at 10:30 am at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 7,  from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, and also for one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.

Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements.  www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Cornelia B. Fredrick

January 17, 1923 •  June 28, 2016

Cornelia B. Fredrick, 93, of Paynesville, Minnesota, passed away Tuesday, June 28, 2016 at the Hilltop Care Center in Watkins.

A family memorial service will be held.

Cornelia is survived by her sons: John (Judi) Fredrick of Paynesville, Les (Linda) Fredrick of Dalton, Allan Fredrick of Illinois and Steven (Teresa) Fredrick of Paynesville; her daughters: Mildred (David) Peshong of Paynesville, Irma (Donald) Pittman of DeGraff, Rose Smith (special friend Jim Staton) of Benson and Barb (Dave) Theel of Paynesville.; sister: Bert of Iowa; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family and friends.
 

Harris Jerome Gjerdingen
May 1, 1921 - July 10, 2016
Obituary
 
Willmar, Minnesota – Harris Jerome Gjerdingen, age 95, of Willmar, formerly of Rolling Forks Township, died Sunday, July 10, 2016, at Bethesda Pleasantview Nursing Home. 

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 14, 2016, with visitation for one hour prior, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Swift Falls.

Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson.   www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Joann Tate, 59, of Benson, died Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at her home in Benson.

She is survived by her children: Angie Pierce of Benson, Derek (Kelli) Tate of Willmar, Ashley Tate of Bradenton, FL, Amber Tate of Johnstown, NY, and Zoe Cassels of Amenia, NY; 8 grandchildren; 2 brothers; and one sister. 

Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson.   www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Jody Lynn Anderson
May 19, 1969 – July 11, 2016
Obituary
 
Jody Lynn Anderson, age 47, of Appleton, died Monday, July 11, 2016, at Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota.  Visitation will be held 5 – 8 p.m. on Friday, July 15, 2016, at Zniewski Funeral Home Vaala Chapel in Appleton.  Visitation will continue on Saturday, July 16, 2016, from 12 – 1 p.m., followed by the funeral at 1 p.m., at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Moyer Township.  Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Homes.
 
Jody Lynn Anderson was born on May 19, 1969 in Ortonville, Minnesota, the daughter of Larry Eugene and CherylAnn C. (Carlin) Anderson.  She grew up on a farm around Milbank, South Dakota and then moved to Walcott, North Dakota.  She graduated from Kindred North Dakota High School in 1987 and attended North Dakota State School of Science in Wahpeton.  Jody lived in the Appleton area for 21 years.  She worked at the Prairie Correction Facility from 1993 to 2006 and had worked her way up to the position of Lieutenant.  She then worked for Paddle Bar, Johnson Trucking, and Home Health Care.  Since September of 2010, Jody was a Communications Corrections Officer for the Swift County Sheriff’s Office.  Among the many things Jody enjoyed was gardening and, although it wasn’t her strongest talent, she kept on trying.  She was a dedicated Vikings Fan and loved to spend time visiting with her friends and family.
 
Jody passed away on Monday, July 11, 2016, at Avera Heart Hospital of South Dakota.  She attained the age of 47 years, 1 month, and 22 days.  Jody is survived by her son, Dylan Hooth of Appleton; her significant other, Kevin Beyer of Appleton and his daughters, Adrianne Beyer and Shelby Beyer, both of Mankato; her sister, Kelly Schell of Milbank; her brother, Troy Heitland of Appleton; nieces: Jen Schell, Kara Heitland, and Karissa Mielitz; nephews: Ryan Heitland, Blaine Schell, Sam Heitland, Ethan Mielitz, and Jaxon Heitland; great-nieces, Olivia Schell and Skylar Stock; and great-nephew, Peyton Schell.
 
She was preceded in death by her mother, CherylAnn Veen; father, Larry Anderson; sister, JulieAnn Carlin; brother, Carl Heitland; and her maternal and paternal grandparents.  Blessed be the memory of Jody Lynn Anderson.
 
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Clara Mae (Fennell) Brown, 79, of Cambridge, formerly of Danvers, MN passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at her daughter’s home in Andover.

She was born March 11, 1937 in Marysland Township, MN to Edmund and Margaret (Peerboom) Fennell.  Clara grew up on a farm south of Danvers, MN until 1951 when the family moved into Danvers. She was baptized and had First Communion on July 9, 1944, she also was confirmed at Church of The Visitation at Danvers.  She attended Danvers public school through 8th grade and later graduated from Benson High School.  When Clara was in high school, her dad would just holler for her from the Mobil Station and she would run to help pump gas.

On November 17, 1975 she married James Brown.  They would live in Ramsey, Cedar, Rush City and Cambridge until 2004, when they moved to Alabama.  In January 2016 they returned to Cambridge.

While she raised seven children, she also worked at Carlson Company in accounting, Murphy’s Drug Store, in manufacturing and at a dental lab.  She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, doing word puzzles, and playing Yahtzee, which she usually won.

She was preceded in death by her parents, children Timothy Klang, Sandra Ryhn, brother Thomas Fennell, sister Elizabeth Hughes.  Clara is survived by her husband James of Cambridge, children Kevin Klang, Terri LaCrosse both of Cambridge, Troy Klang, Tracy (Jeffrey) Janssen all of Andover, Dawn (Ron) Peterson of Cambridge, many grandchildren and great grandchildren, sisters Catherine Zinda of Willmar, Margaret “Peggy” Fennell of Danvers, sister-in-law Lois Fennell of Danvers, as well as many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

A Memorial Mass was will be held at 11AM, Saturday, July 16, 2016 at Christ The King Catholic Church in Cambridge, with  interment in the church cemetery.  Arrangements are with the Carlson-Lillemoen Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Cambridge. Online condolences at:  www.carlsonlillemoen.com

BONNIE MAE GEREAUX
MAY 8, 1935 – JULY 13, 2016
FUNERAL NOTICE
 
Bonnie Mae Gereaux, age 81, of Benson, Minnesota, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at the Gabriel House in Murdock, MN. 

Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. on Friday, July 22, 2016, at Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ.  Visitation will continue from 9-10 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 10 a.m., on Saturday, July 23, 2016 at Pilgrim Congregational United Church of Christ. 

Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson:  www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Gladys V. Paulson, 95, of Benson, died on Sunday, July 17, 2016, at the Golden Living Center in Benson.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 20, 2016, at Monson Lake Lutheran Church in rural Sunburg. Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, at the Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson and for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the Monson Lake Lutheran Cemetery.

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Dorothy E. Lye, 91, of Benson, died on Monday, July 18, 2016, at Luther Haven Nursing Home in Montevideo.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 21, at 10:30 am, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 20, at the Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and for one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in the West Bank Lutheran Cemetery.

Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements.   www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Howard James Lang
November 27, 1922 • July 12, 2016

Howard James Lang was born November 27, 1922, in Barry, Minnesota to Raymond and Blanche Lang.

Howard died  July 12, 2016 in Naples, FL.  

After graduating from the University of Minnesota with aeronautical engineering and business degrees, he married Barbara Ann Bennett in 1944.  He served in the U.S Navy during World War II.  Upon returning stateside, he worked as an aeronautical engineer for McDonnell Douglas in San Diego.

Howard moved to Benson, Minnesota to harvest bluegrass.  He and Barbara also owned and operated oil/gas business interests in seven states.

As a private pilot, Howard flew throughout the U.S., Mexico and Canada, and even explored above the Arctic Circle.  Hobbies included snow skiing, scuba diving, sailing, golfing, fishing and hunting.  

Howard was well versed on many subjects and an excellent problem solver.  He was a generous man and lived his life with integrity.  Dedicated and devoted to Barbara and his family, he gave so much and asked for so little.  

Howard was predeceased by his wife, Barbara, in 2012.  

He is survived by children: Katherine (Paul Rushalk), Brad (Patricia), Dan (Susan) and Patrick (Katy Deaton), and six grandchildren.

DeWane L. Wall
January 20, 1931 - July 18, 2016
Funeral Notice
 
DeWane Lee Wall, age 85, of Benson, died Monday, July 18, 2016, at Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar. 

Visitation will be held 5 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2016, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson.  Visitation will continue from 10 – 11 a.m., followed by the funeral at 11 a.m., on Friday, July 22, 2016, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church. 

Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Homes.   www.zniewskifuneralhome.com/