Kirsten Ricke
November 11, 1918 – December 23, 2015
 
 
Kristen Ricke, 97, of Benson, died on Wednesday, December 23, 2015 at Homestead Place North.  Funeral Services will be Wednesday, December 30, 2015 at 1:00 PM at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson with visitation for one hour prior to the service.  Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson.  www.zniewskifuneralhome.com
 
 
Kirsten Ricke was born in Ringsaker, Norway, the daughter of Adolf and Margit (Aurlien) Vingerhagen, on November 11, 1918.  She was baptized at the Veldre Church in Norway on December 29, 1918 by Pastor Riiser and confirmed on October 2, 1932 in the Lutheran faith at Ringsaker Church, Norway, by the Pastor Pharo.  After grade school graduation, she went to a Christian school for youth, Home Economics School, and Horticulture College, and later worked at nurseries a few years.  In 1947, she left for America to spend a year with an Aunt and Uncle in Montana and help take care of their children.  On November 9, 1947, she was united in marriage to Christian Peterson of Augusta, Montana in Laurel, Montana by Pastor Anderson.  They moved to Benson in September of 1948.  This union was blessed with two children, Mary Ann (Mrs. Gary Fahl) of Benson and Richard (Marianne) of Fairbault.  Christian died on August 14, 1952.  Kirsten worked at Breen’s Pharmacy for 26 years, retiring in 1986.
 
On March 16, 1986, she was united in marriage to Delmar Ricke.  They enjoyed traveling to Arizona, and spent a few winters there, and also took 2 trips to Norway together.  She was a member of Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church and Sons of Norway.  Kirsten enjoyed knitting, embroidery, crocheting, gardening, and visiting and sharing her hospitality with family, friends, and visitors from Norway.  She was called from this life on Wednesday, December 23, 2015, at Homestead Place North in Benson.
 
Kirsten is survived by her daughter, Mary Ann (Gary) Fahl of Benson; a son, Richard (Marianne) Peterson of Faribault; grandchildren: Aaron (Angie) Fahl, Jacob (Angela) Fahl, Kari (Greg) Sayuk, Elizabeth Peterson, and Rebecca (Mark) Trnka; great-grandchildren: Avery Fahl, Julia Fahl, Jude Fahl, Jonah Fahl, Brady Fahl, and Dominik Sayuk; and  nephews from Norway; and stepchildren: Carol (Ted) Frood, Arnold (Vivian) Ricke, and Sharon (Marvin) Martinson.
  She was preceded in death by her first husband, Christian Peterson; her second husband Delmar Ricke; parents, Adolf and Margit Vingerhagen; four brothers: Peter, Magnus, Thorbjorn, Håkon; and sister, Marit Skarseth.
 
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Muriel Alida Wordelman
March 25, 1918 – December 22, 2015
Obituary
 
Muriel Alida Wordelman, age 97 years and 9 months, died December 22, 2015 in the St. Cloud Hospital.  Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 9, 2016, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson with visitation for one hour prior to the service.  She was born in Ormsby, Minnesota on March 25, 1918 to Olaus and Tena (Sorlie) Syverson.  Muriel graduated from St. James High School and from Winona State Teachers College with a two-year degree.  Later, she completed her Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Minnesota, Morris.
 
Muriel began her teaching career in a one-room school house in the St. James area.  After serving several one-room schools, she completed her career in Danvers and Benson, Minnesota.
 
Muriel married Victor Wordelman on June 21, 1938 in St. James.  They moved to Benson in 1947, where they resided until moving to Sauk Rapids, Minnesota in 2004.
 
After her family, Muriel’s joy came from teaching.  She taught second grade for many years, and was so loved by her students that some still communicated with her.  She was honored as Teacher of the Year for Swift County at the Minnesota State Fair prior to her retirement.
 
Muriel was an avid golfer, and she was proud of a trophy she won for being club champion.
 
She was part of a group that spearheaded the building of a library for the Benson area.  She continuously cared for others by visiting the homebound, and teaching English to recently arrived immigrants.
 
Muriel was an active member of Our Redeemers Church in Benson.  She loved playing bridge and playing card games with her children.  She loved to travel, and reminded her family to do it as often as they could.
 
Muriel was preceded in death by her mother, father, three brothers, and her husband of 70 years.  She is survived by her sons Todd (Stephanie) of Port Charlotte, Florida, Scott (Donna) of St. Paul, and daughter Vicky (Dennis Herschbach) of Sartell.  Six grandchildren: Erik Wordelman (Ann), Sarah (John Roehrich), Dan Schaefer, Mark Schaefer (Kim), Ryan Wordelman, and Brent Wordelman (Kari); and also eight great-grandchildren: Emma, Abby, Erin, Mason, Laura, Jack, Tyler, and Berit.
 
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson.
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Joyce (Hanson) Holbrook died on December 27, 2015.   Joyce was born on January 2, 1943 in Benson, Minnesota to Emil and Olive Hanson. She graduated from Benson High School in 1961 and then graduated from Augsburg College in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1965.  She moved to California to begin her teaching career in Fremont, CA.  She and her husband Ed made Fremont their home for 35 years.  She enjoyed AAUW activities, basketball, cooking, entertaining friends and family, camping, and traveling.  She was proud of her Norwegian heritage.  She was a member of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Fremont. 

In 2003, they retired to Lincoln, California and joined the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection.  She loved her social life in Lincoln with family and friends.  She died peacefully in her own home.  She is survived by her husband Ed, daughter Jennifer, step daughter Jan, sister Jean and granddog Lily. 

A memorial service will be held on January 9, 2016 at 1 PM at Lincoln Hills Community Church.  In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Arthritis Foundation.

Maxine A. Meyer, 87, died on Monday, December 28, 2015, at Central Minnesota Senior Care in Willmar. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 8, 2016, at 1:00 pm at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Swift Falls. Visitation will be held from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Friday.

Maxine grew up in Vesta, Minnesota. She married Marion George Meyer on September 8, 1946 at the church parsonage in Milroy, Minnesota by Rev. Harry Sorenson. Marion and Maxine had one child; daughter, Geraldine Ann Meyer.

Maxine and Marion moved to the Benson, MN area in 1954 where they purchased a farm near Lake Hazel. Along with being a housewife, Maxine worked at the Super Value in Benson. In 1974, they moved to Swift Falls, MN where they operated the M & M Grocery Store and Welding and Repair Shop until they retired in 1990. Upon retirement, Maxine and Marion continued to live in Swift Falls. Maxine was baptized and confirmed at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Vesta, MN. She became a member of the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church shortly after moving to Swift Falls and she remained a member of Shepard of the Hills until the time of her passing. Among other things, Maxine enjoyed spending time with her family, quilting, growing beautiful flowers and plants, baking “goodies,” and watching the birds.

Maxine is survived by her daughter, Geraldine (Charles) Sheppard; four grandchildren: Daniel (Stacee) Jergenson, Christopher (Patricia) Sheppard, Debra (John) Fraser, and Caroline (Alfred) Collins; seven great-grandchildren: Jacob John Fraser, Isaac John Fraser, Cameron Alfred Collins, Samuel John Fraser, Alexander John (A.J.) Fraser, Christian Alexander Collins, and John Alexander Sheppard; one brother, Darold (Norma) Zimmer; two sisters, Bernice Pischke and June Tietz; and nieces and nephews. Maxine was preceded in death by her husband, Marion; her parents, Wilbur and Leona Zimmer; one brother, Merlin Zimmer; one sister, Dorothy Pischke; one grandchild, Cathryn Gamble; and one great-grandchild, Caitlin Alyce Collins.

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Ruth Loretta Clemens

1937 ~ 2015

Ruth Loretta Clemens, age 78, of Appleton, formerly of Holloway, was called to her heavenly home December 26, 2015 in Sanford Hospital, Fargo, ND.  Funeral services were Thursday, December 31^st, at 11:00AM, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Holloway, officiated by Rev. Donald Klatt.  Burial followed in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, rural Holloway.

Ruth was born on October 2, 1937 to Loretta and Walter Holzheimer in their home in Fairfield Township.  Shortly after, she was baptized into the Christian faith.  Upon her mother’s death, Ruth was raised by her grandmother Anna Marie Heldt and two very special uncles Eddie and Roy.  Growing up around Holloway she enjoyed animals especially their dog and her horse Blackie.  Ruth confirmed her baptismal faith at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Holloway.    She graduated from Holloway High School in 1955. 

On September 16, 1956, Ruth was united in marriage to George Clemens at Immanuel Lutheran Church.  They made their home in Holloway and were married for 59 years.  They were blessed with three sons, then three daughters-in-law and three grandchildren.  Michael and Paula Clemens along with their son Aaron live in Sioux Falls, SD.  Douglas and Jean Clemens live in West Fargo, ND. Edward and Pam along with their children, Victoria and Caleb, live in Sartell, MN. 

Through the years Ruth volunteered for numerous activities at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Holloway and community events in the area. She especially enjoyed the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and Bible study.  Ruth worked in telephone offices in Morris and Appleton.  She worked with George at their gas station in Holloway and all of their business and farm ventures.  She also briefly drove school bus for the Appleton School system.   She loved her husband devoutly and enjoyed many travel adventures, fishing, reading, and visiting (especially with coffee). 

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, one sister, Laverna Suckow, and two brothers, Edgar and Walter.  Ruth loved life, but she loved her Lord the most and now sings His praises with a new song!

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George Franklin Higdon

May 13, 1920-December 31, 2015

George Franklin Higdon was born on May 13, 1920, in McFall, Missouri, the son of George Franklin and Nellie Agnes (Salmon) Higdon. He was baptized in McFall Missouri. He graduated from high school and on June 29, 1941, Frank was united in marriage to Ruby Valentine at the Kandiyohi County Courthouse in Willmar, Minnesota. Together they shared in over 74 years of marriage. He was a career military man and his service to our country required them to live all around the world. Frank entered the United States Army Air Corps in 1941. He participated in World War II, the Berlin Airlift, and the Korean War.  Frank retired from the Air Force in 1971 and made Benson, Minnesota their home. He was a member of the Benson VFW Post #1403.  He enjoyed crossword puzzles, coin collecting, reading, and was an avid sports fan.  Frank died on Thursday, December 31, 2015, at his home in Benson.

He is survived by his wife Ruby of Benson; his children: Nellie (Chester) Amis of Harrisonburg, Virginia, Clarence Higdon of Jackson, Melanie (John) McMillion of Two Harbors, Victor Higdon of Clontarf, and Rosalie (Scott) Huston of Benson; 19 grandchildren; 38 great-grandchildren; and 1great-great-grandson. He was preceded in death by parents; a daughter Connie Kennedy; a son Clyde Higdon; and siblings: Evah Delores Sweat, Delphin Delmas Higdon, Mitchell Clayton Higdon, Clyde Benjamin Higdon, Lora Elizabeth Kirk, and Nellie Claire Ater. Blessed be his memory.

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Kenneth J. Ose, 94, and Lillian K. Ose, 87, died at Homestead Place North in Benson on Tuesday, January 5, 2016. Funeral Services for Kenneth and Lillian will be held on Saturday, January 9, at 3:00 p.m. at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson. Visitation will be held from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Friday, January 8, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturdaysday. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements. www.zniewskifuenralhome.com

Kenneth J. Ose                
October 18, 1921-January 5, 2016

Lillian Ose
October 21, 1928-January 5, 2016
 
     Kenneth John Ose, 94, was born at home on October 18, 1921 on the family farm in Silverton Township, which is located in Pennington County, Minnesota, the son of Ole and Gunhild (Neset) Ose. He attended country schools through the eighth grade and was a member of the 1940 class at Lincoln High School in Thief River Falls. He was baptized and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church. He spent four years in the U.S. Navy as a signalman, 2nd class, seeing service on both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans during World War II. Returning home in 1946, he farmed with his father until 1955 when he went to work for Erie Mining Company in Aurora, Minnesota.

     Lillian Kathleen Ysteboe, 87, was born on October 21, 1928 at the hospital in McVille, North Dakota, the daughter of Ivan and Hazel (Quanbeck) Ysteboe, who lived on a farm near Finley, in Steele County, North Dakota. In 1936 the family moved to Blabon, North Dakota where they lived until the death of her father in 1942 after which they moved to Fargo, North Dakota. She was baptized and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith. She graduated from Oak Grove Lutheran High School in 1946 and from Augsburg College in 1951. She became a medical laboratory technologist, having trained at Minneapolis General Hospital for one year and was employed there until 1957.

     On February 23, 1957, Kenneth and Lillian were united in marriage. This union was blessed with over 58 years of marriage. They lived in Virginia, Minnesota until 1959 when Ken took over the family farm and they moved back to Thief River Falls. Lillian was employed as the laboratory supervisor at Northwestern Hospital. In 1966 they sold the family farm and moved to Moorhead, Minnesota where Ken studied at Moorhead State Teachers College, earning his degree in 1969, while Lillian was employed at St. Ansgar Hospital. Kenneth then accepted a position as a work evaluator at Mankato Rehab center in Mankato, Minnesota.  During the 1966-1970 period, they were blessed with three children, David, Eric, and Sara.  In 1971 the couple returned to Thief River Falls where Ken was hired as the executive director for the Thief River Falls Rehabilitation Center as well as the Crookston Rehab Center and Lillian was employed by Falls Clinic (later known as Dakota Clinic). Ken resigned as director in 1978 then taught school in Newfolden for one year and worked as Production manager at the Occupational Development Center until 1984 when he retired.  Lillian retired from the clinic in 1994. In 2010 they moved to Benson, Minnesota to be closer to family members. They were called from this life on January 5, 2016 at Homestead Place North in Benson.

     They are survived by their children David (Kerry) of Columbia, Maryland, Eric (Debra) of Benson, and Sara of Cambridge, five grandchildren Colin, Hannah, Austin, Ivan, and Evelyn, Ken’s siblings Marjorie, June, Glenn, and Ray, and Lillian’s siblings James, Ruth, and Elaine. They were preceded in death by their parents, Ken’s siblings Doris, Eleanor, and Otis, and Lillian’s siblings Carol and Howard. Blessed be their memory.

VIOLET IRENE MACK
December 23, 1926 – January 6, 2016
 
Violet Irene Mack, age 89, a lifetime Ponsford Prairie area resident, peacefully entered eternity on Wednesday, January 6, 2016 at the Sanford Medical Center in Fargo, ND surrounded by her family.

Vi was born on December 23, 1926 in Hawley, MN to John and Emma (Lundstrom) Molander.  At the age of three, she moved with her family to a farm on the Ponsford Prairie west of Park Rapids, MN where she attended the Round Lake Country School near her home.  She then went on to attend public school in Frazee.  On October 23, 1946, she was united in marriage to Joseph Henry Mack at the St. Theodores Catholic Church Parsonage near Ponsford.  Their union was blessed with seven children:  Joan, Tom, John, Julie, Jeanne, Lori and Bob.  The young couple purchased a farm on the prairie and engaged themselves in dairy farming.  Vi worked right alongside her husband in transforming the rugged land into a fertile farm and in caring for a fine herd of Holstein cattle.  In the mid-1970’s, they sold their dairy herd and began raising beef cattle.  In addition, Vi devoted herself to making a warm and loving home for her husband and children and worked full time at the Wonewok-3M Retreat Center north of Park Rapids for many years until her retirement.  Never to sit idle, Vi will be long remembered for the beautiful quilts she made for her family and friends.  She also enjoyed crocheting beautiful table cloths that her loved ones will cherish for many years.  Each summer she looked forward to canning hundreds of quarts of produce from her garden.  Vi loved to play cards and games with her family and friends and enjoyed organizing card playing parties and entertaining.  She always kept her door open to cherished visits from family, friends and especially her grandchildren for an afternoon or the entire week.

Vi will be lovingly remembered by her seven children:  Joan (Al) Bendson of Motley, MN, Thomas (Elaine) Mack and John (Linda) Mack all of Detroit Lakes, MN, Julie (Greg) Sitz of Park Rapids, Jeanne (Larry Jiggs) Tretbar of Ponsford, Lori (Steve) Eix of Benson, MN and Robert Mack of Osage, MN; a special nephew, Charlie (Laurie) Jordan of Osage, MN; 18 grandchildren and 34 grandchildren; two brothers: Vic (Delores) Molander of Vancouver, WA and Howard (Anita) Molander of Detroit Lakes, MN; three sisters: Darl Weddle of Willis, TX, Marion Pope of Helena, MT and Norma Soderquist of Blaine, MN; two sisters-in-law, Mildred Bloomquist and Sharon Molander and one brother-in-law, Jim (Irene) Mack.  As well as numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends.

Vi was preceded in death by her husband in 2012; her parents; her brother, Russell; her great granddaughter, Hope Brown; five brothers-in-law: Al Pope, Virgil Soderquist, Al Weddle, Thomas Mack and Sam Mack; and two sisters-in-law: Esther Magnuson and Arlene Veronen.

Funeral services will be held 11 AM Wednesday, January 13, 2016 at St. Peters Catholic Church with Father Thomas Friedl officiating.  The Church Bell Choir will lead the music.  The active casket bearers will be her grandsons. The honorary casket bearers will be her granddaughters.  Interment will be made in the Mack family plot at the Linnell Cemetery near Ponsford next to her husband, Joe.  A luncheon will be hosted by the church following the funeral service. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 PM Tuesday, January 12, 2016 at the Jones-Pearson Funeral Home in Park Rapids with a prayer service to be held at 7 PM and will continue at the church on Wednesday beginning one hour prior to the service.  To leave on line condolences please visit www.jones-pearson.com.

Caroline E. Hagen

November 20, 1937-January 1, 2016

Caroline E. “Karri” Hagen, 78, was born on November 20, 1937 in Morris, Minnesota, the daughter of Richard E. and Gertrude B. (Schmidgall) Flannigan. She was baptized at the Congregational Church in Hancock and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Donnelly by Rev. Schmidt. She attended schools in Hancock, Donelly, Morris, and Benson.

On February 5, 1955, Karri was united in marriage to Albert L. “Sonny” Hagen in Benson. Together they shared in over 25 years of marriage. They made their home in Benson and in 1966 they moved to Willmar. Karri worked at the Kandiyohi Courthouse as a Deputy Registrar of Deeds, and later worked in medical records at Willmar Clinic and in the clinic pharmacy. Karri moved back to Benson in 1982 and worked at Future Products, as a para for Benson Elementary Schools, and for the past 25 years for the Benson Hockey Association. She taught Sunday School and Release Time at Bethel Church in Willmar and served as a Girl Scout leader in Benson and Willmar. She enjoyed camping with family, fishing, and visiting with family and friends. In her later years, she looked forward to trips to Duck Lake with her daughters, as well as other great trips. She loved reading and always kept a book in her purse. She was a Minnesota Twins and Vikings fan, enjoyed crossword puzzles and computer time with her family and friends. She was called from this life on Friday, January 1, 2016, at her home in Benson. She attained the age of 78 years, one month, and 12 days.

Karri is survived by her daughters, Sherri (Jonathan) Fahl, Susan (Mike) Pennings, and Stacy (Tom) Beyer; ten grandchildren: Erika (Nathan) Hughes, Lacey Fahl (fiancé, Brian Harstad), Kaley (Sam) Poegel, Jon Fahl, Steven (Stephanie) Pennings, Brittany (Dan) Rohlik, Adam (Mollie) Pennings, Holly Pennings (special friend, Hugo), Hannah (Kraig) Hanson, and Jennifer (Erik) Tone; fourteen great-grandchildren: Thomas and Emma Poegel, Hazel and Heika Hall, Summer, Spencer, and Shanelle Pennings, Isaak and Moriah Rohlik, Holton, Kellon, and Luella Hanson, and Briar and Lofton Tone;  brothers, Rick (Laurie) Flannigan and Pat (Sue) Flannigan; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.

She was preceded in death by her parents Richard and Gertrude; her husband “Sonny” on April 3, 1980; son, Steven in November of 1973; great-grandsons, Aaron and Preston; and brothers, Tom and Jim.

Blessed be the memory of Caroline “Karri” Hagen.

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Luzerne Arlys Rensink, 88, formerly of Benson, MN, passed away on January 9, 2016, while at home in North Branch, MN, surrounded by her family.  Visitation will be held at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at 10:00 am. The memorial service for Luzerne will follow at 11:00 am, with Pastor Gary Brandenburg officiating.  Luzerne’s family expresses their heartfelt thanks to everyone who has loved and cared for her throughout her wonderful life and request that memorial donations of your choice be given in lieu of flowers, if so desired.

Luzerne was born in Slayton, MN, to William and Mabel (Solberg) Clauson on March 17, 1927. She grew up on the family farm near Hadley, MN, with six brothers and three sisters. She was baptized and confirmed at Hadley Lutheran Church. She graduated from Slayton High School in 1945 and continued her education at Augustana College in Sioux Falls, SD.

Luzerne and Wilfred Rensink were united in marriage on June 18, 1949, and started a family while living on a farm near Slayton. In 1956, they relocated to the Benson area. Luzerne worked at the Meadow Lane Nursing Home and the Swift County – Benson Hospital for 25 years, retiring in 1992. She was a member of Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church for over 50 years and was an active member of Mission Circle, Quilters and Our Redeemer’s Women. She enjoyed crocheting, counted cross stitch, making lefse and the fellowship of friends and family.

Luzerne is survived by hers sons, Doug (Shelly) Rensink of Lindstrom, MN, and Neil (Clare) Rensink of Delano, MN; six grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and brother, Robert (Eleanor) Clauson of Sun City, AZ.  Luzerne is preceded in death by her parents, William and Mabel; husband Wilfred; daughter Connie; granddaughter Heidi; five brothers and three sisters.

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Dorothy E. Kirschbaum, 87, of Lewistown passed away Wednesday morning, December 30^th, 2015 surrounded by her family, in the Central Montana Medical Center of natural causes.  She was born December 25, 1928 in Mora, MN the daughter of Abner and Leona (Larson) Ammerman.  She received her schooling in Mora and on January 19, 1947 she was united in marriage to Sam Kirschbaum.  They made their home Mora and later moved to Pope County, north of Benson where they operated a dairy farm.  They operated the dairy farm and raised their family there until his death in 1996.  She moved to Lewistown in 1997 to be near her daughter and made her home until her death.

Dorothy was a great mother and grandmother; she enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and friends.  She was active in St. Paul Lutheran Church, and the quilting club at St. Paul, the Senior Citizens Club serving as Secretary for 7 years, was a member of the Kitchen Band and enjoyed dancing, playing cards, crocheting and visiting with friends.

She is survived by sons Kenneth of Benson, MN, Mertin (Judy) of Williston, ND; daughter Fern (Clayton) Christenson of Lewistown, MT; step-sons Marlin of New Brighton, MN and Stanley (Mary) of Bloomington, MN; brothers Larry (Dottie) Ammerman of Palisade, MN and Roy of Mora, MN; sisters Elsie Ripperton of Mora, MN and Ellen Hallas of Stillwater, MN; numerous grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by 2 step-sons, 2 step-daughters, one brother, 2 sisters and her parents.

Memorial Services for Dorothy E. Kirschbaum were held Saturday, January 2, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. in St. Paul Lutheran Church.  At her request cremation has taken place and inurnment will be in Wood Lake, MN at a later date.  The Cloyd Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Friends are asked to make memorials to the Hospice House of Central Montana or the charity of their choice and they may be left at the Cloyd Funeral Home.  Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.cloydfuneralhome.com

Gary L. Martinson
February 20, 1952-January 13, 2016

Funeral Notice
 
 
Redwood Falls, MN-Gary L. Martinson, 63, formerly of Benson, died at the Redwood Falls Area Hospital on Wednesday, January 13, 2016. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 22, at 1:00 p.m. at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson. Visitation will be held from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Friday at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is in charge of the arrangements.
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IONE NORBY

Iona Mae Norby, known as Ione, formerly of Benson and Montevideo, died in Denver, CO on
Thursday, December 31, 2015 at the age of 85. Funeral services were conducted on Saturday,
January 9, 2016 at 12:00 noon at the Big Bend Lutheran Church with Rev. Doris Weber
officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery. Visitation was one hour before the service
from 11:00AM to 12:00 noon at the church.

Iona Mae (Knutson) Norby was born on December 8, 1930 in Benson of Swift County, MN to
Richard and Ingeborg (Skarsten) Knutson. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Pauli
Lutheran Church and graduated from Benson High School. On June 25, 1955 she was united in
marriage to Wayne P. Norby in Montevideo of Chippewa County, MN. They moved to Denver,
CO in 1963. Ione was a mother and homemaker and also later worked 20 years as a teacher’s
aide at Skinner Middle School in Denver, CO. In retirement she worked another 18 years as a
club level usher at Coors Field for the Colorado Rockies baseball team. She was a member of
Faith Lutheran Church for over 50 years where she was active in the Ladies Bible Study, Circle,
and Quilting. She enjoyed traveling, baking, reading mysteries, running, hiking, puzzles, quilting,
embroidering, and spending time with children and grandchildren. She was a tireless worker her
entire life and gave of herself unceasingly.

She is survived by one daughter, Kay (Charles) Fial of Lafayette, CO; two sons, David
(Kaellyn) Norby of Birmingham, AL and Douglas Norby of Richmond, VA; four grandchildren:
Berkeley and Taylor Fial, Steven Norby and Christopher Norby; one great grandson: Conner
Norby; two sisters: Gladys (Charles) Epple of Minneapolis, MN and Myrt (Michael) McCarthy of
Starbuck, MN and two brothers: Robert (Shirley) Knutson of Plymouth, MN and Ronald (Geri)
Knutson of Coon Rapids, MN; one sister-in-law: Gloria Knutson of Benson, MN; two sisters- and
brothers-in-law: Blanche and Philip Jordahl of Dawson, MN and Janice and Ken Olsen of
Montevideo, MN; as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; four brothers, Arnold, Kenneth,
Gerald, and Duane; sisters-in-law Helen and Peggy Knutson and infant niece Marcia Knutson.
Memorials are preferred to the your charity of choice.

Gilbert Haugen
Dec. 9, 1925 – Jan. 17, 2016
 
Gilbert Haugen, age 90, of Willmar, died Sunday morning, January 17, at Bethesda Heritage Center Nursing Home in Willmar.  Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 23, at Union Lutheran Church near Hannaford, ND.  Burial will be in the church cemetery.  Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Thursday, January 21, with a 7 p.m. prayer service at Peterson Brothers Funeral Home in Willmar and one hour prior to the service at the church.
 
Gilbert Howard Haugen was born on December 9, 1925 to Bennie and Bertha Haugen in rural Hannaford, North Dakota.
 
Gilbert grew up on the family farm in Hannaford with his siblings, Burnell, Mervin and Richard. He attended Hannaford Public School. He continued to farm and work at the Melroe Manufacturing Plant in Cooperstown.
 
Gilbert and Harriet were brought together by Gilbert’s brother, Mervin and Harriet’s sister Corlyn. They were married October 5, 1957 in Pontoppidan Lutheran Church in Fargo.  They made their home on the family farm in rural Hannaford, ND.
 
Gilbert loved spending time with family. Many miles were put on the van so they could see the grandchildren throughout the years.  There was always a sparkle in his eye for his boys, their wives, and the grandchildren.  He loved to know what they were doing and to brag about them to all who visited.  Gilbert also loved to read the paper, do puzzles, watch “Walker” and fill out the Readers Digest Sweepstakes.  His last years were spent at Bethesda Nursing Home in Willmar where he enjoyed the staff and residents on 4th floor.
 
Gilbert is survived by his sons, Neal (Julene) of Atwater, and Brent (Tracy) of Benson.  Seven grandchildren, Kalene (Grant) Sharstrom, Trey (Mary), Elise, Cameron, Kaytlyn, Hayley, and Brayden.  One great-grandchild, Jameson.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Harriet.

Delmar R. Ellingboe

Delmar R. Ellingboe passed away January 4, 2016 in Spring
Valley, Wisconsin. Del was a 1951 graduate of Benson High
School. He is survived by his wife, Marlene, of 61 years, seven
children, nine grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, sister
Ardis Marquart, as well as many nieces, nephews and other relatives
and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two
brothers Sherman and Gordon, and sister Donna.

Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, Jan. 8 at Sacred Heart
Catholic Church in Spring Valley.

David James Terlouw
Funeral Notice
May 4, 1952 – January 21, 2016
 
 
Benson  -  David J. Terlouw, age 63, of Benson, Pope County, Minnesota, died Thursday, January 21, 2016, at home.
 
Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2016, at the First Evangelical Free Church in Benson.  Visitation will be held Sunday, January 24, 2016, from 3-5 p.m. at Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson and for one hour prior to the service.  Burial will be held in Iowa at a later date.
 
Arrangements are with the Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson, Minnesota.    www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

James O. Peterson – Conroe, Texas

James (Jim) Orlin Peterson, formerly of Benson, passed away on January 21, 2016 at the Village Green Care Center in Conroe, Texas.  A private family service will be held in Conroe on January 30^th.  Cards and memorials may be sent to Robert A. Peterson, 908 Melanie Park, Conroe, TX 77304.

Jim was born August 6, 1929 in Fargo, ND, the Son of Alfred and Marie Peterson.  He spent his early years in Christine, ND and graduated from Glenwood (MN) High School in 1947.  He married Jean Ogren on August 3, 1950.  Jim was ambitious and had a number of careers over his life.  He started out working for the Morris Sun Newspaper in Morris, MN, but after only a few years he started in a number of successful businesses including 2 print shops, a gas station and along with Jean they owned a women’s clothing store, a large motel, and a farm.   In his later years, because he enjoyed getting out and meeting people, he went into agricultural feed sales and finished his working career as a representative for a large egg producing farm.  Although Jim spent most of his adult life in Benson he also lived in California, Washington, Texas and Oklahoma.  Jim and Jean raised 3 sons and they always enjoyed being part of their lives along with all of their families.  Jim enjoyed watching football, basketball and baseball on TV or in person; he especially enjoyed watching his sons, grandchildren and great grandchildren participating in school activities.  He was an avid golfer and was especially proud of his 6 holes-in-one.  In addition, he loved bowling and playing games, especially card games of any kind.  Jim and Jean were active members of Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson for many years.

Jim is survived by a sister Norma, 3 sons, Bob (Karen) of Conroe, TX, Jim of Rochester, MN, Dave (Deborah) of Woodbury, MN; grandchildren, Toni (Eric) Hadlund, Robert (Julie) Peterson, Meridee (Brian) Rodel, Jim (Erin) Peterson, David (Katie) Peterson, Mark (Carrie) Peterson, Katie (Dan) Decabooter, Rachel (Trent) Studier; great-grandchildren, Samuel, Jack, Hannah, Jozy, Lilly, Maddox, Xaiver, Brennan, Graham, Noah, Eleanor, Charlie, Carson, Hudson and Oskar.

Jim was preceded in death by His Wife, Parents, Sisters June, Helen, infant Sister Norma and Brothers Sanford and Alden.

Harry Kenneth Bredeken
January 3, 1927 – January 29, 2016
Obituary
 
 
Harry Kenneth “Ken” Bredeken, age 89, of Benson, passed away Friday morning, January, 29, 2016 at the Gabriel House in Murdock, Minnesota.  Funeral services will be held 11 a.m.,  Tuesday, February 2, 2016, at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson with visitation for one hour prior to the service at the church.   Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson.  www.zniewskifuneralhome.com
 
H. Kenneth “Ken” Bredeken was born at the Minnewaska Hospital in Starbuck, Minnesota on January 3, 1927, the son of Harry Clarence and JoHannah Marie (Carlson) Bredeken.  He was baptized at home on June 12, 1927 by Rev. D. J. Becker in a church tent meeting.  In April of 1941, he was confirmed by Rev. Fahl.  Kenneth grew up on a farm in Rolling Forks Township in Pope County and attended Dist. #38 country school.  
 
Kenneth farmed at home until the age of 22.  He then worked various farm, ranch and carpentry jobs in Washington, Montana, and Wyoming, before moving back to Minnesota.   At age 38, Kenneth started working for the MN D.N.R. Forestry until his retirement at age 65.  He was a member of the Sportsman Club, Isanti County Law Enforcement, and N.R.A.  Among the many things Kenneth enjoyed were trapping, hunting, fishing, skating, and skiing.
 
Kenneth is survived by his special friend, Carol Lundebrek of Benson; his siblings: Ronald (Dorothy) Bredeken of Elk River, Richard (Janet) Bredeken of Starbuck; brother-in-law, Jack Rummel of Boise, Idaho; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, mother, and two older sisters: Harriet Graves and Irene Rummel; and brother-in-law, Norman Graves.
 
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Francis “Frank” Razink

December 28, 1925 – January 29, 2016

Funeral Notice

Francis “Frank” Razink, age 90, of Benson, passed away Friday evening, January, 29, 2016, at Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar.  Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, February 3, 2016, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Benson.  Visitation will be Tuesday, February 2^nd, from, 5PM to 7PM, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church.  Visitation will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.   Arrangements are with Zniewski Funeral Home in Benson.  www.zniewskifuneralhome.com

Karin Hartzell, 48, of Minneapolis, Minnesota passed away Sunday, February 7, 2016 at the University of Minnesota Hospital in Minneapolis.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in the spring.

Karin is survived by her mother, Phyllis Hartzell of Benson; sisters: Kristin (Michael) Murphy and Kimberley (Damon) Edmond, both of Castle Rock, Colorado.

Karin was preceded in death by her father, Richard Hartzell.