Jordan Marcus Jergenson, 30, passed away Wednesday,  October 20, 2021.
Jordan’s life was celebrated Thursday, October 28, 2021, at Washburn-McReavy, Edina Chapel. Visitation was from  2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. followed by the funeral service at 4:00 p.m.
Jordan was born July 16, 1991, in Mankato, Minnesota to Marie Jon Jergenson. He and his mother moved to be near their family in their hometown of Benson, Minnesota where he was a vibrant, energetic, and loving little boy. They then moved to Brooklyn Center, Minnesota where Jordan attended his beloved Garden City Elementary School and Brooklyn Junior High. Jordan was involved in the Brooklyn Center community by participating in the Brooklyn Park Athletic Association football and basketball leagues as well as activities at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Shingle Creek Ward. Jordan especially loved how all these activities came together at the highly contested church youth basketball league each year.
Jordan then on went to attend Park Center High School where he excelled academically and participated in a variety of activities. He particularly enjoyed his time on the Park Center Swim and Dive team but his true passion was being involved with the music program. Jordan was a percussionist in the concert band and jazz band, and he was a drumline leader with the highly decorated Park Center Marching Pirates. During this time, he also enjoyed his friends and established close and meaningful relationships that he maintained for the rest of his life.
Throughout his schooling, Jordan was a part of the Boy Scouts of America where he attained the rank of Eagle Scout and became a member of the Order of the Arrow, an achievement that he was proud of.
Jordan went on to attend St. Cloud State University and the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities where he studied Political Science. Professionally, Jordan worked for the Minneapolis Park Board where he developed a passion for turf maintenance as a Greenskeeper. He also believed in the mission of the park board as a park system for all and he enjoyed feeling like his work was a part of something bigger than himself. Contributing to the community alongside his colleagues was also a highlight of the job. He also worked as a part of the distilling team at Norseman Distillery where he enjoyed the process of creating spirits and the company of the people he worked with.
Throughout his life, Jordan’s true passion was his involvement in the marching arts community as both a performer and an educator. He was a member of several organizations including Twin Cities Area Independent, River City Rhythm, the Minnesota Timberwolves PACKcussion, the Minnesota Vikings Skol Line, and Minnesota Brass. Jordan found a true sense of community within the Minnesota Brass family. He was proud to be a part of the cymbal line in the Minnesota Brass Drum Corps show, Valhalla, that placed first at the DCA world championships.
He was also the flower in the MBI Indoor show, Dandelion, a role that brought him immense pride and recognition within the community and was a true expression of his larger-than-life personality.
As an educator, Jordan left a profound legacy as a cymbal instructor within the Minnesota marching community and beyond. Over the years, he taught at several programs and left a lasting influence on countless individuals. Jordan loved his students and they loved him back in a way that was both sincere and special. His cymbal lines were continually made up of the most passionate and hardworking students and this was a direct result of his deep commitment and positive influence. Jordan made a lot of students better cymbal players but more importantly, he made them all better people.
Jordan was loved beyond measure. Jordan is survived by his mother, Marie Jon Jergenson; maternal grandparents, Donald and Judi Edwards; uncle, Wesley Edwards (Carolyn); godfather, Lance Piner (GaVae); godmother, Amanda Jacobson; father, Timothy Stotts; paternal grandmother, Ruth Stotts; and numerous siblings and family members on his fathers side. Jordan is also survived by his longtime girlfriend, Ellie Mehr; their beloved cat, Pearl; and countless best friends whom Jordan cherished.
 Jordan was preceded in death by his maternal great grandmother, Lillian Jergenson “Gigi”; uncle, Nicholas Edwards; and best friend, Matthew Roessler. Jordan was loved to the ends of the earth by many.
Blessed be his memory.
 

Fidelis “Fiddle” Anne Shea, 93, of Benson, Minnesota died Saturday, October 30, 2021 at Scandi Haven Village in Benson. Her funeral service was held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Murdock. Visitation was one hour prior to her service. Burial was in the church cemetery.
Fidelis “Fiddle” Anne Shea was born December 3, 1927, to George and Alvina (Surprenant) Weinzetl in Currie. She was baptized in the Catholic faith and attended Catholic School until the 8th grade in Currie. Since she was one of the oldest of 10 children, she took on the responsibility of helping raise her siblings. At a young age she started helping on the family farm.
Fiddle married Ambrose Shea and they moved to Redwood Falls where they started their own farm. To this union six children were born. Fiddle stayed at home and raised the children. In 1952, their family moved to Murdock where Fiddle started working part time at the nursing home and later Jennie-O. After Ambrose died in 1971, Fiddle started working at Carlson Manufacturing in Kerkhoven until 1990. She was an active member at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where she often helped in the kitchen for funerals. She enjoyed dancing, especially to Polka music. Fiddle kept a perfect yard and loved to mow, and tend to her vegetable and flower garden. Fiddle volunteered with many things, including serving meals at Westwood Manor. She loved to play cards especially Skipbo, solitaire and dominos. She also loved hosting family events and spending as much time as she could with her family. She was a loving wife, mom, grandma and friend.
Fiddle is survived by her children: Beverly Egge of Kandiyohi, Steve (Shannon) Shea of Benson, and Jeff (Brenda) Shea of Benson; 20 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters: Therese Dardis and Dolores Dardis.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ambrose, parents, George and Alvina Weinzetl; children: James Shea, Jean Summerlet, and Sue Ecklund; siblings: John, Wally, Vince, Jerry, Larry, Marge and Agnes; brothers-in-law, Emery and Duane; sister-in-law: Leonessa; and sons-in-law: Duane Egge and Roger Monson.
Fiddle’s family wishes to thank Mardelle Bridgeland, Collette Dragt and the entire staff at Scandi Haven Village in Benson for all the care they gave their mother.
Arrangements were with Harvey Anderson Funeral Home in Willmar. www.hafh.org

Verree Fox
April 3, 1919 • November 1, 2021

Funeral services for Verree Fox were held Thursday, November 4, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hancock with Rev. Mark Kahrs officiating.  A visitation was held Wednesday from 5-7:00 p.m. at the Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris and continued one hour prior to the services at the church Thursday.  Burial was at the Appleton City Cemetery in Appleton, Minnesota.
Bernice Verree Whaley was born the eighth of nine children to George and Bernice (Huntington) Whaley April 3, 1919, at their family’s log home in Dead Lake Township, Ottertail County, Minnesota.  At just two pounds at birth, Verree was placed in a shoebox and on a wood stove, she was a strong woman from the start of her life!  From the age of eight until she was 12, Verree was hospitalized at Gillette Children’s Hospital with Polio.  
Verree was raised in Ottertail County where she attended school, graduating from the Perham High School.  
She was united in marriage to Allie Bailey in 1945.  November 25, 1952, she was united in marriage to Ezra Fox; he brought a daughter and she brought her four children into the marriage and then together, they welcomed two more, completing their blended family of seven children.  They made their home near Hancock on the Fox farm where Verree spent her days caring for their children and their home.  She moved from the Fox farm to her home in Hancock in 1977 and then moved to Skyview Plaza in Morris is 2007. In 2019, she moved into the Legacy Assisted Living where she lived until her death.
Verree very much enjoyed spending time with her friends and neighbors, they would often get together with their children for lunch, tea parties, and the occasional play put on by the children.  She was an excellent gardener, baker and cook.  Verree liked to play cards with friends and family, reading, putting puzzles together and talking.  Her favorite place was her rocking recliner where she was able to sit and watch people as they went by and was able to chat with several people.  Her family was of the upmost importance.  She prayed for her children every day and awaited their daily calls. If you would ask her, she would say she would most like to be remembered for teaching her children about God; and she succeeded to raise a faithful family.
Verree died peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, November 1, 2021 at the Legacy Assisted Living in Morris; she had lived to 102 years old.  
Verree is survived by her children: Donnabelle Taylor of St. Cloud, Larry (Janet) Nelson of Fargo, ND, Verree (Merit) Dannen of Willis Point, TX, Bonnie Martens of Middleburg, FL, Philip (Bonnie) Bailey of Paynesville, Faye (Richard) Lee of Alexandria, and Gloria (Kevin) Zeltwanger of Hancock; 19 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; and 28 great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.  
She was preceded in death by her husbands: Allie Bailey and Ezra Fox; son-in-law, Louis Martens; granddaughter, Peggy Lou Jacques; great-grandchildren: Mercil Twins, Keith Dannen, and Sean Greaney; and her siblings: Herb Whaley, LC Rau, Roy Whaley, Fern Ellis, Aubrey Whaley, Clyde Whaley, Howard Whaley, and Geneva Webster.  
Pedersen Funeral Home in Morris was in care of arrangements for Verree, to send condolences to the family, on-line, visit www.pedersenfh.com.

     Elaine L. Miller, 94, of Benson, died on Wednesday morning, November 03, 2021, at Alomere Health in Alexandria. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Sunday, November 7, with a Rosary at 4:30 pm and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 pm, at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, and will continue on Monday, November 8, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am. Interment will be at St. Francis Catholic Church Cemetery. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is assisting the family with the arrangements. 

Elaine L. Miller
December 26, 1926 • November 3, 2021
 
Elaine L. Miller, 94, of Benson, died Wednesday morning, November 3, 2021, at Alomere Health in Alexandria. Visitation was held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday, November 7, 2021 with a Rosary at 4:30 p.m. and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, and continued Monday, November 8, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment was at St. Francis Catholic Church Cemetery.
Elaine Lavon (Suess) Miller was born December 26, 1926 in Wabasso, Minnesota to Veronica (Stadick) and Anton Suess. Elaine received her education in Wabasso.
 September 2, 1946, Elaine was united in marriage to Glen Miller.  After their marriage, Elaine and Glen farmed in Morgan for two years. They then moved to the Benson/DeGraff area where they farmed until Glen passed away in 1978.  Elaine worked alongside Glen on the farm, while raising eight children together.
After Glen passed away, Elaine moved to Benson, where she spent much of her time watching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Elaine loved quilting.   She made sure she had a quilt ready for every new addition to her family. She spent many hours making quilts for every one of her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, a keepsake her family will cherish forever.
Elaine looked forward to family holidays and get togethers where many hours were spent playing Squeak, Farkle and bingo. Elaine loved watching the Minnesota Twins and game shows on TV. She loved getting together with her sisters, traveling to other states to visit family.  One of Elaine's favorite past times was putting puzzles together.  You could always find a partially completed puzzle on the table. She invited everyone that came over to join her in completing it. One of the families’ fondest memories is teasing Elaine about the many hours spent on the dreaded pickle machine from their years on the farm.
Elaine was called from this life  Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at the age of 94.  
She is survived by eight children:   Judy Tollefson of Benson;  Steven (Linda) Miller of Benson; David (Darlene) Miller of Avoca;  Sandra (Richard) Lansverk of Benson; Randy (Bridget) Miller of Big Lake; Timothy Miller of Benson; Darren (Heather) Miller of Kerkhoven; and LeAnn (Kevin) Groen of Clara City, 23 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and four great great grandchildren. Also surviving are sisters Donna Goblirsch of Tracy; Norma Brau of St. Olaf, IA and Diane Doom of Marshall.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Glen in 1978; son-in-law Glen Tollefson; grandson Dustin Tollefson, great grandson Joshua Ahrndt; brothers Anthony Suess and Linus Suess; sisters Bernadine Knisley and Elizabeth Fischer. Blessed be her memory.
Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson assisted the family with the arrangements.

Shane “Sharon”
Barbara Amundson

Shane “Sharon” Barbara Amundson, 73, Willmar, Minnesota, died Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at her residence in Willmar. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, Wednesday, November 17, 2021. Interment will be in the St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Benson. Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home. www.zniewskifuneralhome.com
Survived by her sister: Paula Amundson of Minneapolis and brother: Burton (Mary) Amundson of Benson.

Dale Kannegiesser, 84, of Hancock, Minnesota passed away Friday, November 5, 2021, at Minnewaska Lutheran Home in Starbuck.  Visitation will be held 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 1 p.m., Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Our Redeemers Lutheran Church in Hancock.  Pastor Julius Miller will officiate.  Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Shible Township.
 

Linda L. Carstens
August 29, 1941 • November 9, 2021

Linda Lee Carstens, 80, of Benson, Minnesota died  Tuesday morning, November 9, 2021, at the Miller Dawn Hospital in Duluth. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m.  to 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 19, 2021 at the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Benson, followed by the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in the Appleton City Cemetery.
Linda Lee (Vergin) Carstens was born August 29, 1941, to Walter and Esther (Kolstad) Vergin. She grew up in Cashel Township, being one of 12 children born to this union. She attended country school district #71 and graduated Benson Senior High School.
Linda was united in marriage to Kenneth Carstens  December 26, 1959, in Benson. They farmed the Carstens’ family farm north of Appleton until Kenny lost his sight. They then moved to Virginia, Minnesota in 1966, where together they operated a coffee shop at the St. Louis County Courthouse for 16 years. After that they went into the woodworking business and did craft shows until Kennys’s death.
After Kenny's death Wednesday, August 20, 2003, Linda moved back to Benson to be with family and to help take care of her Mom.  She loved gardening, fishing, playing cards and cribbage, woodworking, doing puzzles, gardening, and water aerobics. Family gatherings were so important to her and she loved attending the annual sister's weekend. Linda had an adventurous spirit and in her life, she took flying lessons, and with Kenny, they rode snowmobile, tandem bike, and they especially enjoyed riding motorcycle. She was a board member at the Benson Public Library and a member of the Swift County Historical Society. She was also active at St Mark's Church, and loved taking care of her dog and companion, Missy. She was called from this life Tuesday morning, November 9, 2021, at the Essentia Miller Dawn Hospital in Duluth. She attained the age of 80 years, two months, and 11 days.
Linda is survived by her siblings: Joan (Gerald) Johnson of Boulder City, Nevada, Ramona (Walter) Young of Benson, Roger (Shirley) Vergin of Plato, Dennis Vergin of Minneapolis, Jane Lee of Glenwood, Donald (Nancy) Vergin of Benson, David Vergin of DeGraff and Gail (Rodney) Skowronek of Forest Lake; a sister-in-law, Sharon Vergin of Willmar; a brother-in-law, Victor Arnold of Appleton; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents Walter and Esther, her husband Kenneth, and her brothers Floyd, Gary, and Gene (Charles). Blessed be her memory.
Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements.

Judith ‘Judy’ Tollefson
May 30, 1947 • November 9, 2021

Judith “Judy” Tollefson, 74, of Benson, Minnesota was called from this life Tuesday morning, November 9, 2021, at the Swift County Benson Hospital.
Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 19, with a Rosary at 4:30 p.m. and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson, and will continue Saturday, November 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at the Our Redeemer’s Church Cemetery in Benson.
Judith Elaine (Miller) Tollefson was born May 30, 1947 to Elaine (Suess) and Glen Miller in Sleepy Eye, Minnesota. She was baptized in Morgan, Minnesota and confirmed in Benson. She graduated from Benson High School in 1965.
 August 5, 1967, Judy was united in marriage to Glen Tollefson in Watertown, South Dakota. Together they were able to share in over 33 years of marriage. This union was blessed with seven children, eight grandchildren and four great grandchildren. They made their home in Minneapolis for a while before settling down in Benson to raise their family. Over her life, Judy worked at the Viking Café, the Benson Bakery, Swift County Homes, and she was happiest when she was taking care of others.
Judy enjoyed gardening, and there was never a flower pot that could have too many flowers. She took pleasure in having coffee at Sandy’s Café, visiting with family, friends, and going on adventures with her mother. She loved spending time with her family and she would light up when family would come to visit. We will miss her laugh and hugs - Judy gave the best hugs. She was called from this life Tuesday morning, November 9, 2021, at Swift County Benson Hospital.
Judy is survived by her children: Alonah (Kim) Ahrndt of Castle Rock, Colorado, Dean Tollefson of Benson, Duane Tollefson of Benson, Dennis (Mary Jo) Tollefson of East Bethel, Kim (Steve) Benson of Benson, and Daniel Tollefson of Benson;  eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren: seven siblings: Steven (Linda) Miller of Benson; David (Darlene) Miller of Avoca;  Sandra (Richard) Lansverk of Benson; Randy (Bridget) Miller of Big Lake; Timothy Miller of Benson; Darren (Heather) Miller of Kerkhoven; and LeAnn (Kevin) Groen of Clara City: and other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents Glen and Elaine, her husband Glen Tollefson, her son Dustin Tollefson, and her grandson Joshua Ahrndt. Blessed be her memory.
Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Cheryl Kay Vergin
February 6, 1953 • November 8, 2021

Cheryl Kay Vergin, 68, of Danville, IL passed away at home with her family by her side November 8, 2021.
A visitation was held Tuesday, November 16, 2021 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville, Illinois, 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Illinois 61834.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Pastor Ed Stone will officiate. Entombment will be in Sunset Memorial Park.  It is kindly requested that those in attendance wear a mask and practice social distancing.
Cheryl was born February 6, 1953, the daughter of Harlan and Colleen (Berg) Vergin in Glenwood, Minnesota. She married David Dillman, MD on October 25, 1980 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Cheryl graduated from the University of Minnesota with a Master’s Degree in Anaerobic Microbiology. She was a very active member of the Bethel Lutheran Church in Danville, IL and active in many community organizations over the years. Cheryl was a strong supporter and member of P.E.O. as well as the Audubon Society. She could identify and name any bird you could find in Central Illinois!
Cheryl’s love for her family and friends was evident. She was the first person to cheer you on, the first person to give you a hug when things didn’t go as planned, and the first to celebrate with you in your successes. Her smile and laughter could light up a room, and a hug from her could warm your heart and ease your worries. Her children and grandchildren knew she would always provide comfort and love.
Cheryl loved curling up with a mystery novel, a cup of warm tea, and her loving Newfoundland dog by her side. She passed that love onto her daughters. She was a wonderful cook, and created a sense of warmth and love with each and every meal you shared with her.  A large bowl of ice cream was the best dessert in her eyes! Our lives are not the same without Cheryl, but she lives in our hearts, always a comfort and a source of love and light.
Survivors include her husband, Dr. David Dillman of Danville, IL; two daughters: Kayla Dillman of Danville, IL and Meryl (Ryan Kaiser) Dillman of Leawood, KS; two grandchildren: Cecelia Kaiser and June Kaiser both of Leawood, KS; two aunts: Bonnie Holthusen of Glenwood, and Jan (Bob) Burnside of Glenwood; four cousins: Tami Griffin of Sartell, Minnesota, Todd Griffin of Glenwood, Bruce Simonson of Isanti, Minnesota, and Sheila Simonson of Coon Rapids, Minnesota; sister-in-law, Debbie (Dave Moody) Dillman of Kokomo, IN, and one brother-in-law, Dean (Karen) Dillman of Tallahassee, FL.
Cheryl is preceded in death by her parents, one aunt, Phyllis Simonson, one cousin, Robin Burnside, and one sister-in-law, Dawnelle Dillman.
   In lieu of flowers, it is requested memorials be made to P.E.O. Chapter KE or to Susan G. Komen. For donations to P.E.O Chapter KE, please make checks out to P.E.O. Chapter KE and mail them to Kayla Dillman, 15595 Laurel Drive, Danville, IL 61834.
   Please join Cheryl’s family in sharing memories, photos and videos on her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Dale Kannegiesser
October 1, 1937 • November 5, 2021

Dale Kannegiesser, 84, of Hancock, Minnesota passed away peacefully Friday, November 5, 2021, at Minnewaska Lutheran Home in Starbuck.  Memorial services were held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Our Redeemers Lutheran Church in Hancock.  Pastor Julius Miller officiated.  Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Shible Township at a later date.
Dale was born Oct 1, 1937, in Walden Township, Pope County, Minnesota, to George and Emma (Nissen) Kannegiesser. Due to complications at birth, Dale spent a part of his young life at Gillette Children’s Hospital regaining the use of his left arm.   He was baptized in February, 1938 at rural First Lutheran Church and later confirmed at Our Redeemers Lutheran Church in Benson. Dale attended country school in Hoff Township and also attended Hancock High School. 
Sept. 30, 1961, Dale was united in marriage to Dorothy Carstens at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Shible Township. Dale and Dorothy celebrated 60 years of marriage this past September. To this marriage four children were born, Kevin, Sonia, Erick and Ted.
Dale grew up and lived out his life on the same farm in Hoff Township, Pope County, growing corn and soybeans, milking cows, raising hogs and feeding cattle. Raising beef cattle was his passion. He looked forward to a good cattle auction and was a regular at most of the sales barns in South Dakota.  Dale remained on the farm until November, 2016 when health issues forced him to nursing and assisted living facilities. 
Dale was an avid hunter and many deer hunting shenanigans were had with his buddies. Fishing trips to Canada with some of the same crew were always good times.  Dale also loved to travel, with Las Vegas, the western US and Alaska being favorite adventure sites. 
Dale was a very social guy and enjoyed visiting with everyone at the care facilities. He was always ready with a story, a mischievous smile and sometimes inappropriate joke. He loved to hear about his grandkids and great-grand kids and was very proud of all of them. 
He is survived by his wife Dorothy of Hancock; daughter, Sonia Kannegiesser-Boser (Mike) of Avon; sons: Erick of Hancock and Ted (Kristy) of Clontarf; grandchildren: Jessica Pullis (Kody), Corey Ascheman, Jacob (Kaylee) Ascheman, Noah, Jenna, Kara, Ty and Ava Kannegiesser; great-grandchildren Waylon and Lyla Pullis and Bodie Ascheman; sister, Darlene Gratz of Atwater; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Emma; sister, Lila; and son, Kevin.  Please sign the guestbook at www.zniewskifuneralhome.com 
 

 
John E. Gorres
     John E. Gorres, 71, of DeGraff, Minnesota died Sunday morning, November 14, 2021, at his home in Dublin Township, Swift County, Minnesota. Visitation will be held at the Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson, from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, with a Rosary at 4:30 p.m. and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m., and  will continue on  Thursday, November 18, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Murdock, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is assisting the family with the arrangements.
 

John E. Gorres
December 11, 1949 • November 14, 2021
 
John E. Gorres, 71, of DeGraff, Minnesota died Sunday morning, November 14, 2021, at his home in Dublin Township, Swift County, Minnesota. Visitation was held at the Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson, from 5:00 p.m.  to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 17, with a Rosary at 4:30 p.m., and continued Thursday, November 18, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Murdock, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment was at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Cemetery.
John Edmond Gorres was born December 11, 1949, in Comfrey, Minnesota, the son of Leonard and Rosella (Tauber) Gorres. He was baptized in the Catholic Faith and he was confirmed  June 17, 1963 by Bishop Alphonse Schladweiler at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Murdock.  He grew up in the Wanda, Comfrey, De Graff and Murdock areas. He attended St. Paul’s Catholic School in Comfrey and graduated from Murdock High School.  John served our country by joining the Minnesota National Guard.
John loved the land and chose farming as his way of life. He was a member of the Swift County Planning Commission and the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Murdock. He enjoyed fishing and collecting toy tractors and machinery. He was called from this life Sunday, November 14, 2021 at his home south of  DeGraff in Dublin Township. He attained the age of 71 years, 11 months, and three days.
John is survived by his brother, Mike (Nancy) Gorres of Danube; sisters: Vickie (Dan) Selix of Benson and Bonnie (Bob) Razink of Princeton; nieces and nephews; and several other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Leonard and Rosella, his grandparents, aunts, and uncles. Blessed be his memory.
Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson assisted the family with the arrangements.
 
 

Richard A. Fennell
July 30, 1943 • November 12, 2021

Richard Arthur (Dick) Fennell, 78, of Breezy Point, Minnesota died Friday, November 12, 2021, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Brainerd, Minnesota.
Services will be held December 18, 2021, at Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, 31283 Front Street, Pequot Lakes, Minnesota 56472. We invite you to visit with the family at 11:00 a.m. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. with a luncheon to follow. Interment will be in the Pelican Woods Cemetery in Breezy Point at a later date. In lieu of flowers, gifts to Wounded Warriors Project suggested.
Dick was born July 30, 1943, in Benson to Arthur and Gladys (Lageson) Fennell.
 June 1, 1962, he was united in marriage to Jeanne Chappell at St. Frances Xavier Catholic Church in Benson. They were blessed with over 59 years together and three children: Steven, Kirsten and Brian. Dick was a truck driver by trade for 40 years, retiring from Metal-Matic Inc in 2002. He was an avid hunter, loved fishing and was known for his tasty, canned tomatoes and pickles. His lefse parties were a family favorite.
Dick is survived by his wife Jeanne; son Steven (Angela) Fennell, daughter Kirsten (Gregory Ward) McAndrew, son Brian Fennell; six grandchildren, six step-grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. His sweet great-grandbabies always made him smile - their photos and videos were the highlight of his day.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Brenny Family Funeral Chapel, Pequot Lakes.
 

Richard P. Giese
August 3, 1939 • November 21, 2021

Richard Giese, 82, of rural Holloway, Minnesota died  Sunday morning, November 21, 2021, at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Benson, and continue from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 24, at Trinity Lutheran Church-Fairfiield Township,  followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Interment will be in the Benson City Cemetery.
Richard Paul Giese was born August 3, 1939, to Paul and Martha (Vollmer) Giese. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church of Moyer Township, Holloway. Richard grew up on a farm a few miles north of Holloway. He enjoyed working on the farm and it was his lifelong dream to be a farmer. Richard loved sports and was active in football, basketball and baseball for the Holloway Eagles. He attended Holloway Public Schools and graduated in 1957. He was active in the National Guard for five years. He married Marlys Ann Thielke  April 13, 1957. Marlys and Richard started their marriage living in Hancock where he began working for Otto Schafer as a carpenter. Their son Michael was born that same year. In August of 1960, the family moved to Minot, where he continued working in construction. They later moved to Grand Forks, where their daughter Michele was born, and then to Eagan, Minnesota. Richard still dreamed of farming and in 1974 his dreams of farming were fulfilled, when he and Marlys bought a farm out in Tara Township. They raised livestock for a while and then eventually farmed grain only. Their youngest child, Missy was born and raised on the farm.
Over the years, Richard enjoyed snowmobiling, church league softball, bowling and riding four wheelers. Richard was also very competitive. Some of his favorite hobbies were playing cards in Holloway, throwing bean bags at family gatherings, and pitching horseshoe. He and Marlys traveled across Minnesota for horseshoe tournaments and on adventures competing in world horseshoe tournaments all over the United States. Many of these trips were made so memorable as they were accompanied by Kathy and Ernie. In winter months, the two of them loved going down to Arizona to spend some time with friends. Rich loved sports and loved watching his children and grandchildren down on the fields and out on the courts. He was so proud of his family and didn’t want to miss a game.
Richard loved the farm. He worked  hard, he  had high expectations and had a generous heart. His passion for farming showed in his collection of toy and restored tractors. On his 82nd birthday, he and his family enjoyed a tractor parade. Richard could strike up a conversation with anyone. He enjoyed long drives, checking crops, snoozing in his chair and keeping his shop clean.
Richard passed away at North Memorial Hospital November 21, after injuries sustained in a car accident November 1. He is survived by his loving wife, Marlys of 64 years, his son: Michael, and his wife Bonnie (Tulsa, OK), daughters: Michele and Todd Sonnabend (Benson), and Missy and Jake Foslien (Elbow Lake):  11 grandchildren; Sean (Caitlynn) Giese, Levi Giese, Megan (Tom) Boutain, Jessica (Bryce) Jennings, Kesley (Kurt) Fahlen, Zack Sonnabend (Skylar), Halle, Mya, Josie, Jace, and Maesa Foslien; four great-grandchildren: Emma Sonnabend, McKinley Giese, Henry Boutain, and Brynn Jennings; sister-in-law Kathy (Ernie) Christianson; brothers-in-law: Marty (Dori) Thielke, and Randy (LuJean) Thielke and  several nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Martha Giese, his brother Kenneth and wife Eunice, his sister Dorla and her husband Iver Lien, and his mother and father-in-law Amanda and Martin Thielke Sr.
Blessed be his memory.
Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements.

Theresa Jerve
August 17, 1970 • November 14, 2021

Theresa Jerve, 51, of Appleton, Minnesota passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021, in her home.  
Memorial services were held at 11 a.m., Friday, November 19, 2021, at First Congregational Church in Appleton.  Pastor Herbert Rotunda officiated.  Burial was in Church of the Visitation Catholic Cemetery in Danvers.
Theresa Mary Jerve was born August 17, 1970, in Benson, Minnesota, the daughter of Clyde and Arlene (Rundle) Hughes.  She was baptized at St. Francis Catholic Church in Benson and was confirmed at St. John’s Catholic Church in Appleton.  Theresa was raised in the Danvers and Appleton areas, graduating from Appleton High School in 1989.  She was united in marriage to Charles Jerve October 6, 2018, in Appleton.
Theresa worked at Appleton Area Health in the Nursing Home for many years, worked as a cashier at Sinclair and Cenex, and was a Para-Professional at the Appleton Elementary School.  She enjoyed spending time, babysitting or just hanging-out, with all of her nieces and nephews.  Theresa liked to crochet, watch T.V., and bake goodies for the Holidays.  She loved to spend quality time with her sons…and definitely liked to brag about them!    
Theresa passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021, in her home.  She attained 51 years, two months, and 27 days of age.  Theresa is survived by her husband, Charles “Chuck” Jerve of Appleton; children: Thomas Guse of Appleton, Joshua (Katie Eben) Guse of Wahpeton, ND, Braydon Jerve of Mankato, Kendrick Jerve of Hutchinson, and Kayleigh Jerve of Mankato; two grandchildren: Madison Jerve and Colton Jerve; siblings: Debra (John) Dixon of Belgrade, Douglas (Sandy) Hughes of Hastings, Vince Hughes of Milan, Sandi (Rob) Robinson of Sewickley, Pennsylvania, Lisa (Craig) Bohlman of Appleton, Brenda Hughes of St. Peter, Linda (Chris) Cromartie of Wilmington, NC, Sue Greig of Motley, Mary (Aaron) Prigge of Paynesville, and Joseph Hughes of Kinsley, Kansas; sister-in-law, Jolie (John) Polacek of Doylestown, OH; aunts and uncles; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Clyde and Arlene Hughes; brother, Steven Hughes; nephew, Jacob Hughes; step-father, Arnie Lokken; and mother-in-law, Jane Jerve.
Blessed be the memory of Theresa Mary Jerve.  Please sign the guestbook at www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Adolph Munsterman
 
Adolph Munsterman, 84, of Appleton, Minnesota passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021, in the Appleton Area Health-Hospital.  Visitation will be held 10-11 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m., Monday, November 29, 2021, at Word Fellowship Church in Appleton.  Pastor Troy Bates will officiate.  Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Shible Township.

Adolph Munsterman, 84, of Appleton, Minnesota passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021, in the Appleton Area Health-Hospital.  Visitation was held 10-11 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 11 a.m., Monday, November 29, 2021, at Word Fellowship Church in Appleton.  Pastor Troy Bates officiated.  Burial was in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Shible Township.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to AMVETS Post #151 were preferred.
Adolph Wayne Munsterman was born January 23, 1937, in Shible Township, Swift County, Minnesota, the son of Adolph Frederick and Augusta Louise (Stock) Munsterman.  He was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Shible Township.  Adolph was raised in the Appleton area and graduated from Appleton High School, Class of 1956.  He joined the Minnesota National Guard in 1950’s and retired from the guard in 1993.  
During his working years, he lived in Appleton, Ortonville, Clara City and Raymond.  He worked as a farm-hand for Dale Giese and Donald Giese for many years and also worked as a welder at several businesses.  Upon his retirement, he moved back to Appleton, where he was a long-time member of Word Fellowship Church.  Adolph enjoyed spending time with his family, going to the Paddle Bar, playing cards, tinkering with projects, and cleaning out houses.  
Adolph passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021, in Appleton Area Health-Hospital.  He attained 84 years, nine months, and 24 days of age.  Adolph is survived by three children: Anthony (Brigette) Munsterman of Fergus Falls, Angela (Thomas) Kremer of Willmar, and Melissa (Don) Hoffmeyer of Lake City; seven grandchildren: Anthony Stabb, Jessica (Marc) Rothstein, Daniel Kremer, Alex Munsterman, Bailey Munsterman, Christa Munsterman, and David Munsterman; two great-grandchildren: Nicole and Mason Rothstein; sisters: Evelyn Giese of Morris and Verna Quandt of Benson; sister-in-law, Ellen Munsterman of Appleton; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Adolph F. and Augusta Munsterman; his siblings: Walter (Mabel) Munsterman, Bertha (William) Harste, Elmer (Emily) Munsterman, Albert (Vivilore) Munsterman, Renetta (Manville) Schlieman, Melvin Munsterman, and Ronald (Vivilor) Munsterman.
Blessed be the memory of Adolph W. Munsterman.  Please sign the guestbook at www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Henry Rand, of Murdock, Minnesota died on Saturday afternoon, November 27, 2021, at the Rice Care Center, in Willmar, Minnesota. Visitation will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Murdock, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am on Saturday, December 4, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am. Interment will be in Clara City, Minnesota. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Douglas Bosch, of Grace Twp. died Sunday, November 28, 2021 at his home at the age of 82.

Funeral services will be held Friday, December 3, 2021 at 11:00 AM at United Methodist Church in Montevideo with a live stream available at www.andersontebeest.com on his obituary page.  Pastor Sam Kautz will officiate, and burial will be in Hillside Cemetery in Grace Township.   Masks and social distancing are recommended at the funeral service.

Visitation will be held Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Anderson -  TeBeest Funeral Home in Montevideo with a prayer service starting at 6:30 PM.  Visitation will continue one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.

Arrangements are with Anderson  - TeBeest Funeral Home in Montevideo.