Donald Ervin Boyum was born in Canisteo Township, on May 31, 1925, to Clara (Alrick) and Anthony Boyum. Don grew up on the farm in rural Kasson.  After high school, Don served for a short time in the Navy doing basic training in Idaho. After a medical discharge he returned to rural Kasson.

Michael Jon Riedel, 39, died unexpectedly at his home in Rochester on Dec. 11, 2018.
Born Feb. 27, 1979 in Rochester, he was the beloved son of Jon and Sandy Riedel of Kasson, and is survived by his parents, as well as his faithful dog, Winston, who was like one with him. Michael graduated from Kasson-Mantorville
High School in 1997, and was employed at Olmsted Medical Center in Rochester. 

Richard L. Eggert, 86, of Kasson passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 14 surrounded by loved ones.
Richard was born April 17, 1932 to Herman and Letha(Brown) Eggert. Richard was a military veteran having served in the Korean War. He retired from the US Postal Service.

Gail Yvonne Hofius, 63, of Blooming Prairie, died Sunday, Dec. 9, 2018.
Gail passed away peacefully surrounded by her daughter and her husband at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester. 
Gail was born on June 7, 1955 in Placerville, Calif. 
Some of her favorite things were seeing new places, camping, crafts, Blue and Rock N’ Roll music, the ocean, gardening and spending time with her family. 

John Verne Kristoffersen, 94, of Owatonna, passed away peacefully Friday, Nov. 23, 2018 at Koda Living Community.
He was born Johannes Verner Kristoffersen on May 1, 1924 in Eden, Wasioja Township, Dodge County, the son of Mads and Caroline Marie (Salomonsen) Kristoffersen. 

Bunny Wesely, a lifelong resident of Owatonna, died peacefully Dec. 3, 2018 at Koda Living Community of Owatonna.
Mass of Christian Burial was Friday, Dec. 7, 2018 at Sacred Heart Church in Owatonna. A parish Rosary took place at the church.