Obituaries

Rhoda Ann Ehler, 76, Hayfield

Rhoda Ann Ehler, 76, of Hayfield, MN, passed away on October 9, 2024 in the comfort of her home surrounded by family after a long battle with cancer. She was born on July 3, 1948, adopted by Reuel and Maud “Peg” Olson of Canton MN. She graduated from Canton High School in 1966, which was the last...

Diane H Tucker, 80, Rochester

Diane H. Tucker, 80, of Rochester, MN passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024, at Cottagewood Senior Community in Rochester. Diane Hazel Tucker was born January 6, 1944, in Hayfield the daughter of Dayton and Hazel (Exe) Lee. She grew up and attended school in Hayfield. She married Ellsworth Tucker...

Gaylord Gossard, 80, West Concord

Gaylord Gossard, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 80 on October 4, 2024. Born and raised on a farm near Kasson, Minnesota, Gaylord's life was deeply rooted in family, farming, and community service. His early years were spent helping his father...

Russell Ellingson, New York

Russell S. Ellingson passed away unexpectedly on September 27, 2024, in Endwell, NY. Russell is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Kim Rozina-Ellingson; stepdaughter, Sara Rozina; stepmother, Kaye Ellingson; loving cats, Tiger, Missy; grandcat, Blu; brother, Roger Ellingson (Cindy) ; along...

Patricia Frances (Melvin) Hall, 89, Byron

Patricia Frances (Melvin) Hall passed away peacefully to her eternal rest in the early morning of Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Rochester Methodist Hospital. She was born to Frank and Patricia Melvin of Plainview on December 10, 1934, at St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Wabasha. In 1953, she married...

David Edward Aarsvold, 84, Kasson

David Edward Aarsvold, 84, of Kasson, MN passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Saint Mary’s Campus in Rochester. David was born on January 7, 1940, in Kasson to Phillip and Joyce (Morrill) Aarsvold. He attended school in Kasson. He married Linda L. Carson in 1959, in Faribault....

George Alan Halverson, 69, Byron

George Alan Halverson, 69, of Byron, Minnesota, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, September 28, 2024. He was born on September 25, 1955, in Estherville, Iowa to Parker and Virginia (George) Halverson. He graduated from Fairmont High School in 1974. He attended Mankato...

Lynda Goodman, Mantorville

Lynda Goodman, Mantorville, MN, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024. There will be a Celebration of Life on October 12th from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm at the Mantorville Saloon.

Reverend Dale Loren Phelps, 86, Kasson

Reverend Dale Loren Phelps, 86, of Kasson, MN passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, in Kasson. Dale was born on July 27, 1938, to Frederick and Dorothy (French) Phelps. He was born in his paternal Grandparents home, William and Katherine Phelps, northwest of Dodge Center. He had the...

Gregory Allen Rud, 59, Mantorville

Gregory Allen Rud, age 59, passed away peacefully in Mantorville, MN, on September 22, 2024. Known for his hard work, quick wit, and deep love for his family, Greg was a cherished husband, father and grandfather who brought joy to those around him. Born on July 18, 1965, in Rochester, to Aden and...