Obituaries
Ramona Beata Ranstrom
Dec 19, 2024
Ramona Beata (Aronson) Ranstrom was born on January 24,1937 to Alfred and Hedwig “Hattie” (Pitka) Aronson in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. She was the eldest of two daughters born to the couple and was raised and attended public school in Audubon. She enjoyed cheerleading, socializing, and attending sporting events. It was at a basketball game where she met her future husband,...
David Henry Schackel
Dec 16, 2024
David Henry Schackel was born on November 11, 1943 to Louie and Eileen (Larson) Schackel in Alexandria, Minnesota. In his early years he attended a country school near his home. David was active in 4-H and FFA. David was baptized and confirmed at Bethany Church in Carlos. He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1961. Enrolled at the AlexTech for...
Carol Annette Bricker
Dec 12, 2024
Carol Annette (Anderley) Bricker was born on September 12, 1959, in New Prague, Minnesota the daughter of Marvin and Twila (Greene) Anderley. At a young age her family moved to Alexandria where she graduated from Jefferson Senior High School in 1977. She furthered her education at Alexandria Technical College receiving her Associates Degree. She worked as a Medical Secretary after...
James A. Peters
Dec 10, 2024
James Arlan Peters, lovingly known as Jim, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2024, at the age of 83, at Knute Nelson in Alexandria, MN. Born in Springfield, MN, and raised in the close-knit town of Lucan, Jim made his mark on the world as a devoted family man and skilled mechanic.
Jim graduated from Milroy High School in 1959 and...
James "Jim" Barduson
Dec 9, 2024
James “Jim” Barduson
The nicest guy in the world, Jim Barduson, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on December 9, 2024.
James Allen Barduson was born in Appleton, Minnesota in Swift County to Truman and Maren (Crosby) Barduson on December 6, 1958. At the time of his birth the family resided near Danvers. He was baptized in the Big Bend Church and confirmed...
Scott Lee Suppes
Dec 7, 2024
Scott Lee Suppes, born on August 1, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away of natural causes at his home on December 7, 2024. He was 68 years old. Scott was lovingly adopted by Fred and Alice Suppes, who have both preceded him in death.
Scott spent his formative years in Schaumburg, Illinois, attended Fremd High School in Palatine, Illinois, and then...
Mary Lou Thilges
Dec 7, 2024
Mary Lou Thilges, 79, of Alexandria passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024. Memorial services will be held at a later date.
Anderson Funeral Home in Alexandria is in charge of arrangements for Mary Lou.
Margaret Mary Gaebel
Dec 5, 2024
Margaret (Marge) Mary Gaebel passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on December 5, 2024, at the age of 84. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who was always there to provide love and support when most needed to both family and friends. She will be sorely missed.
Marge was born on June 30, 1940, in Varina, Iowa....
Joseph Clark Martin
Dec 4, 2024
Joseph Clark Martin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, departed this world on December 4, 2024, at the age of 80. Born on August 11, 1944, in Buffalo, Minnesota, Joe lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a dedication to service.
Joe graduated from Buffalo High School in 1962 and went on to attend Barber School, beginning his...
Waneta Maecille Gillespie
Dec 2, 2024
Waneta (Neta) M. Gillespie, 86 years old, passed away on December 2, 2024, at Windmill Ponds in Alexandria, Minnesota surrounded by family.
Neta was born at home in Alexandria, Minnesota on July 16, 1938 to Clifford and Myrtle (Casebeer) Morse. She attended Alexandria High School and was a graduate of the class of 1956. In November of 1959, Neta married her...
Kenneth Lee Greiner
Nov 30, 2024
Kenneth (Ken) Lee Greiner died on November 30th, 2024 at the CentraCare Hospital in St. Cloud, MN with his family at his bedside. Ken was born on August 9, 1941 in Morris, MN to William and Rose Greiner. Raised on the family farm with two sisters and three brothers, Ken developed a strong work ethic and an optimistic, “can-do” attitude....
Stephan Peter Rutten
Nov 30, 2024
Stephan Peter Rutten was born on February 15, 1963, in Alexandria, Minnesota the son of Peter and Patricia (Neussendorfer) Rutten. He grew up in Osakis and graduated from Osakis High School in 1981. In 1983, Stephan started his career at Douglas Machine where he made many friends who enjoyed his sense of humor and jokes.
On July 21, 1984, Stephan was...
Darlene Marlys Burnes
Nov 29, 2024
Darlene Marlys Burnes, 92 years old, of Alexandria, MN, passed away on November 29th, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at Vivie Care Center in Alexandria.
Darlene was born on July 10th, 1932, in Erhard, MN, to Harold and Myrtle Hauge. She grew up in Fergus Falls, MN and graduated from Fergus Falls High School. After graduation, Darlene worked at National...
Shirley Ann Lohmeyer
Nov 27, 2024
Shirley Lohmeyer, age 85, of Ten Sleep, WY (formerly of Alexandria, MN and Hoffman, MN) passed away peacefully at her home on November 27th, 2024 after a courageous battle with ALS. She was born Shirley Ann Elmquist on December 28,1938 in Kensington, MN to Alfred and Betsy (Mithun) Elmquist. She graduated from Hoffman High School in 1956 and married Eugene...
Larraine Louise Stewart-Anderson
Nov 26, 2024
With sadness, we announce the passing of Larraine Louise Stewart-Anderson on November 26, 2024, after a brief and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on April 9, 1943 in Anoka, Minnesota, Larraine’s life was defined by dedication to her family, love for those around her, and kindness to all those she met. Her warm approach was delightful, and she had a...
Geneva Catherine Johnson
Nov 21, 2024
Alexandria – A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday Dec. 2nd, 2024, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Alexandria for Geneva C Johnson, age 99, who passed away peacefully on Thursday Nov. 21st, 2024, at Auburn Manor in Chaska MN. Father Dan Ruprecht will be the celebrant. Visitation will be at the church starting at 10 am until...
Dorothy Lucille Wardrip
Nov 21, 2024
Dorothy Lucille (Smith) Wardrip was born on July 31, 1931, in Huntley, MN to Joseph and Ruth (Willard) Smith. Dorothy had 5 brothers; Bill, Dale, Lowell, Wendell, and Donald; 3 sisters; Evelyn, Vernald, and Darlene.
Growing up on the farm, Dorothy fed the chickens, carried in firewood, and made sure the hot water reservoir behind the stove stayed clean. Dorothy loved...
Melvin "Mel" Riedel
Nov 19, 2024
Melvin “Mel” Riedel was born on June 9, 1943, in Parkers Prairie, Minnesota the son of William and Elsie (Thorpe) Riedel. He attended Joy country school for eight years and graduated from Parkers Prairie High School in 1961. Mel served his country in the United States Army from 1965-1967.
Upon his return to Minnesota he met JuAnn Karger. The couple was...
Patricia A. Quiram
Nov 17, 2024
What a life Pat led, from the day she was born on February 14, 1950, in Hennepin County the daughter of Arthur and Maryann Quiram, to the day she departed from us on November 17, 2024. Pat's life was filled with an unwavering love for Jesus and a profound faith in her Lord and Savior. Her words often echoed her...
Roger Joseph Reiffenberger
Nov 14, 2024
Roger Joseph Reiffenberger, age 75, of Alexandria passed away on November 14th, 2024, after a two-year battle with leukemia.
Funeral services will be held at The Church of St. Mary Catholic Church in Alexandria on Wednesday, December 4th at 11am with the visitation starting at 10am. A private interment will be held at Fort Snelling National Cemetery at a later date.
Roger...
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