The funeral service  for Edna Anna Farmer will be 11:00 a.m. Friday April 1, 2011 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rochester, with Rev.  James Heining officiating.  Burial will be in Grandview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Rochester.  Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 31, 2011 at River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour before the service at church on Friday.

Mrs. Farmer, 83, of Rochester, MN.  died at her home Sunday, March 27, 2011 after a courageous  battle with cancer.

Edna was born December 15, 1927 in rural Elkton, MN. to  Henry and Elsie (Boehm) Jech.  On January 15, 1948 she married Earl R. Farmer and Mr. Farmer died in 1980.  Prior to living in Rochester, she resided in Grand Meadow, Minn.  Edna worked at the front desk and in housekeeping at Langdons Motel and cooked for many years at Blondell’s Crown Restaurant.  She also worked for Rochester Better Chance and Donut Hut.  Mr. Farmer was a carpenter in Grand Meadow.  Edna was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church.  She was an avid NASCAR fan and loved spending time with her family and gardening.

Survivors include her children; Wayne E. Farmer and Sandra J. (Steve) Nelson both of Rochester; siblings, Clarence Jech of Elgin, Albert Jech of Rochester, Loren Jech of Chatfield, Leona “Beezie” (Willie) Cambern of Fountain, MN., Kenneth Jech of Rochester, .  She has three grandchildren, Brian (Jenine) Nelson of Rochester, Kelly (Chris) Schmidt of Wisconsin, and Jamie (Marty) Hedstrom of Arizona.  She is also survived by four great-grandchildren, Carter and Bryce Nelson, and Kendall and Madelyn Hedstrom.  Edna has 2 Step grand children, Darcy (Mike) Wilde and Stacy  Vreeman, and great step grandchildren Luke and Carley Wilde.  Also  survived by many nieces, nephews and friends.   Edna was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, Robert Jech, and two sisters, Mildred Sherwin and Lillian Schmidt.

Macken Funeral Home is in charge of Arrangements. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.

The funeral Mass for Lorraine Manahan Ryan will be at 2:30pm Wednesday March 30, 2011 at Church of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Rochester with Rev. Msgr. Gerald Mahon officiating.  Burial will be at Maryhill Catholic Cemetery in Niles, Illinois at a later date.  Visitation will be from 4:00pm – 8:00pm Tuesday at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday.

Lorraine Manahan Ryan, 77, of Rochester, Minnesota died Saturday, March 26, 2011 at her home after a year-long battle with cancer.

She was born August 28, 1933 in Chatfield, MN to Mathew and Adelene Manahan.  She graduated from Chatfield High School in 1951.  She entered the Sisters of Saint Francis in Rochester and taught at St. Juliana’s Parish in Chicago and in Silver Spring, Maryland. She attained her master’s degree at Catholic University in Washington, D.C. and returned to Rochester and became the Director of Religious Education at Resurrection Catholic Church.

Lorraine later became Director of Religious Education at Ascension Parish in Oak Park, Illinois. After leaving the Franciscan Community she worked at the Chicago Board of Trade. She married James P. Ryan in 1978 and lived in Chicago until his death in 2003.  Following that she returned to Rochester and worked as a volunteer at the Mayo Clinic and at St. John the Evangelist Church. She was an avid supporter of the Art Institute of Chicago and enjoyed classical music, history, travel, the Chicago White Sox, reading, and hosting dinners for her family and friends. She especially enjoyed time with her great-granddaughters and many grand nieces and nephews.

Lorraine is survived by two daughters, Mary Ann Ryan of Chicago, and Kate (Perry) Hudson of Schererville, Indiana, three grandchildren, RoseRita Walsh (Jason) James, Francis Walsh, Samuel Walsh, and twin great-granddaughters, Josephine and Vivienne James.

Survivors also include her twin brother, Larry, of St. Charles, and two sisters, Mary Lou Kuisle and Lucille (Bob) Kuhl of Rochester.  She is preceded in death by four brothers and one sister.

Online condolences are welcome at www.MackenFuneralHome.com

The Funeral Mass for Deloris F. Herdina will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 30, 2011, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Rochester, with Rev. Timothy T. Reker officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Rochester. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the church on Wednesday.

Mrs. Herdina, 87, formerly of Rochester, died Saturday, March 26, 2011, at Golden Living Continental Manor in Abbotsford, Wis.

Deloris was born March 7, 1924, in Faribault, to Raymond and Elizabeth Samson. On Oct. 11, 1947, she married Albert L. Herdina at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Faribault. Mr. Herdina died Aug. 13, 1991. Deloris was a secretary for the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and later for Lutheran Social Services, both in Rochester. Mr. Herdina worked for the U.S. Post Office and was a WWII veteran.

Deloris lived the past three years in Abbotsford, and prior to that in Marshfield, Wis. After leaving Rochester she lived in Silver Bay, Minn., Cumberland, Wis., and St Paul.

Mrs. Herdina was a past member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, where she was involved in the St. Gertrude’s Rosary Society. She also was a member of the Eagles Women’s Auxiliary and the DAV Auxiliary.

Survivors include two sons, Dennis (Barbara) of Silver Bay, Minn., and Raymond (Julia) of Manhattan, Mont.; two daughters, Rita (Jeffrey) Austin of Marshfield, Wis., and Anne of Raleigh, N.C.; four grandchildren, Margaret (Joe) Lynch of Elko, Minn., Elizabeth (Jarrett) Mathwig of Shakopee, Andrew (Mindy) Herdina of Havre, Mont., and Michael (Sara) Herdina of Harlowton, Mont. Deloris also has four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and daughter Margaret Mary.

Memorials are preferred to the Lewy Body Foundation.

Paul Dennis Bushee, age 57 of Rochester passed away on Friday, March 25, 2011 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester following a courageous battle with cancer.

Paul was born on August 5, 1953 in Grand Forks, ND to Arnold and Barbara Bushee.  He graduated from Erskine High School in 1971.  He married Susan Gaalswyk in Erskine, MN in 1975. The couple moved to Rochester, and were later divorced. Paul worked in sales for many years selling mobile homes and trucks, one part at a time. He enjoyed golfing, watching sports, driving his Ford Mustang, and taking trips to Las Vegas.  Paul deeply loved his daughters, and was commonly known to grill up a feast for them, his family, and his friends.

Paul is survived by his children, Heather (Rogers) Bushee of Rollingstone, MN, and Stephanie (Tom) Heins and their son Tommy of Rochester, and a sister, Karen Bushee of White Bear Lake, MN.  He is preceded in death by his parents, a stepfather, and a brother.

A memorial gathering will be held on the evening of Wednesday, March 30, 2011 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at the new River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home. Burial of ashes will take place in Calvary Cemetery in Grand Forks, ND at a later date.

Online Condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com

A funeral Mass for Loel H. Erickson will be 10:30AM Monday, March 28th at St. Pius X Catholic Church in Rochester with the Rev. Paul Nelson officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Mr. Erickson, age 69, died Thursday, March 24, 2011 at Seasons Hospice surrounded by his family.

He was born Loel Henry Erickson July 16, 1941 in Cresco, Iowa to Russell and Marie (Henry) Erickson. Loel attended Notre Dame High School in Cresco, then Loras College and University of Northern Iowa.

On August 22, 1964 he married Kathleen Carolan at Plymouth Rock Catholic Church in Burr Oak, Iowa. Kathy passed away September 1, 1995.

Loel had a 33 year career with IBM Rochester and held various management positions in Manufacturing and Information Technology. At the time of his retirement in 1998 he was manager of Global Services. He was a member of the IBM retirees club and president of the Rochester chapter of AARP. In addition, he was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church.

He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, playing cards, attending Lourdes sports and fishing up north with his family.

He is survived by three daughters and one son: Jodi (Sean) Valentine of Rochester, Sue (Troy) Mone of Farmington, Jill Erickson of Rochester and Tom (Polly) Erickson, of Rochester. Nine grandchildren survive: Sydney, Kate, Seth, Gannon, Zack, Josh, Ellie, Luke and Maggie. He is also survived by a sister, Shirley (Michael) Stender of Rochester.

In addition to his wife Kathy, he was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, Aiden Valentine and a brother, Wayne.

Friends may call from 4:00PM to 7:00PM Sunday, March 27th in River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour before the service at the church on Monday. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com

John Joseph Laivell, age 86, of Rochester, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at Saint Mary’s Hospital in Rochester.

John was born on August 31, 1924 in Chatfield, MN to Frank and Lillie Laivell. He attended Chatfield Public Schools, graduating from Chatfield High School in 1943. After graduation he enlisted in the US Marine Corps and serving as a Mortar Crewman in the Pacific Theater, and was wounded during combat on the island of Guam. He married Mary May York in 1946. John and Mary later moved to Rochester, where he began his career with the Rochester Police Department in 1958. He retired in 1985 as a Lieutenant, after 26 years of service. He was a longstanding member of the VFW, American Legion, Eagles Club, and the Marine Corps League. He was a lifetime member of the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers. He was a champion trap-shooter, avid hunter, and fisherman. During his retirement he spent many hours reading and studying American military history.

John is survived by his children, Faye (Mike) Conrad of Owatonna, Mary Joan (Gary) Prigge of Wabasha, John Michael Laivell of Rochester, Debra (Brett) Dornack of Stewartville.  Sister, Joan Laivell of Chatfield, and five grandchildren: Jason, Michelle, Joseph, Jeffery and Madison.

He is preceded in death by his wife Mary and a sister Virginia Hasskamp.

A Funeral Mass is planned for Monday, March 28, 2011 at 10:30AM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with Father Timothy T. Reker officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to services at the church. Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post 92 of Rochester outside the church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Chatfield at a later date.

Memorials are preferred to the US Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program

Online Condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com

The funeral service for Lori Ann Hanna will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2011 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rochester, Minn., with the Rev. James Heining officiating.  Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.  Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at the new River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to services at the church on Monday.

Lori Hanna, 47, of Rochester, Minn., died Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at St. Marys Hospital.

Lori was born November 27, 1963 to Stanley L. and Joan V. (Newman) Koch in Sioux City, Iowa.

On April 7, 1994 she married Michael Hanna in Rochester.

After completion of her registered nursing degree, Lori worked at the Federal Medical Center and the Mayo Clinic.

Survivors include her husband, Michael; children, Shane R. Falkenhagen (Fiance Kandi) of Rochester, Nicole R. Hanna of Rochester and Nicholas F. Hanna of Rochester; parents, Stanley and Joan Koch of Rochester; sister, Teri L. Koch of Des Moines, IA and five grandchildren; Jay, Hailey, Amelia, Jake and Lilley.

She is preceded in death by her grandparents.

Lori loved animals, being outdoors and mostly spending time with family and friends.

Memorials are preferred to Paws & Claws Animal Shelter in honor of Lori’s love for animals.

The funeral mass for Florence M Lutter will be at 11:00 am Saturday March 19, 2011 at Madonna Towers in Rochester, with Rev. James D. Russell officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Blue Earth, MN. Visitation will be two hours before the service at Madonna Towers on Saturday.

Mrs. Lutter 97 of Rochester died at Madonna Towers in Rochester on Wednesday March 16, 2011

Florence was Born November 25, 1913 in Hamil, SD to Arthur and Clara (Wagner) Miner. Florence married Martin Lutter September 8 of 1931 at Fairmont, MN. Mr. Lutter died February 1, 1973 The couple farmed in the Winnebago area and were members of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Guckeen, MN. Mrs. Lutter moved to Rochester in 1982 and worked in food service at Rochester Methodist Hospital. Mrs. Lutter was a member of Pax Christi Catholic Church in Rochester and a past member of the Catholic Daughters in Blue Earth, MN. She also was a member of the Chat N Sew Club in Guckeen. Florence enjoyed cooking, gardening, music, playing cards, and dominos

Survivors include a Brother Warner Miner, of Winnebago, MN and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, her daughters Ruth Ann, and Phyllis. Her brother Melvin and a sister Winnifred also preceded her.

Memorials are preferred to Madonna Living Community Foundation.

Macken Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.

The funeral for Isadore Paul Tlougan will be on Monday, March 21, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Byron Christ The King Catholic Church, with Pastor Paul Surprenant.  Burial will be at the Byron Cemetery in Byron, Minnesota.  Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. (7:30-8 prayer service) on Sunday, March 20, 2011, at Byron Christ The King Catholic Church and one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday, March 21, 2011.

Izzy, 82, of Byron, Minnesota, died Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at his residence.  He passed away peacefully with his wife and family at his side.

Isadore was born on October 31, 1928, in Dover, Minnesota, to Alfred and Florence Tlougan.  He attended Dover School.  On February 25, 1952, he married his sweetheart, Marlin Schacht, at the Little Brown Church in Decorah, Iowa, of 59 years.

The couple lived in Rochester, Minnesota, for a short time, and he worked as a carpenter for two years.  Then, at that time, the couple farmed in the Byron area.

Survivors include his loving wife of 59 years, Marlin; three daughters, Debbie (Lyle, “Don”) Allen of Dodge Center, Minnesota; Lynn (Steven, “Toby”) Walker of Zumbro Falls, Minnesota; Rhonda (Shawn) Hegna of Kasson, Minnesota; a son, Steven (Heather) Tlougan of Byron, Minnesota.  Izzy had 12 grandchildren (Lisa, Donnie, Mike, Amy, Brian, Eric, Crissy, Elle, Matt, Michael, Dylon, Marissa) and 6 great-grandchildren.  He was proceeded in death by his son, Jeff, his parents, seven brothers, and one sister.

Everyone knew “Izzy” as a true John Deere fan, and he will be truly missed.  His heart and soul was into his farming and spending quality time with his beloved wife and children/grandchildren.  He also enjoyed nice drives and going to the casinos with his wife, Marlin.  Izzy enjoyed the wildlife and the scenery on his property along with hunting.

Macken Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. On-line condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.

Richard Eugene Nelson, 80, Rochester, Minnesota passed away at his home on Monday, March 14.  He was born September 21, 1930 in Red Wing, Minnesota to Marvin and Grace (Leeson) Nelson.  He married Dolores Kriett on October 1, 1955 in Lake City where the couple lived for 49 years before moving to Rochester, Minnesota in October 2004.

Richard volunteered to serve his Country, joining the Red Wing National Guard in January 1951. He was with the 9^th Infantry Regiment, 2^nd Division, HQ Company.  He served in Korea.   He was released from active duty in November 1952 and received an Honorable Discharge in December 1954.

Richard worked in Red Wing at Sundbergs Grocery Store until joining the Lake Pepin Creamery, Lake City, as a delivery route man.  He owned and operated the Lake City Milk Company for approximately 17 years.  He then worked in the maintenance department of Valley Craft until retiring in August 1995.

He was a lifetime member of the Lake City VFW Post 8729.   He enjoyed playing cards and was an avid reader.  He had fun bowling—especially when having a questionable night, throwing the ball between his legs, which almost always guaranteed a strike, and much laughter from the rest of men on the alleys.

He loved all sports. He especially enjoyed the Chicago Cubs, Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Twins. He and Dolores went to many Viking games over the years.  . In the 70’s they won the Lake City Chamber of Commerce “Trip to the Moon” promotion.  Part of the promotion included tickets to the game and staying at the same hotel as the Vikings. At the time, Dick was suffering a sprained ankle, making moving fast impossible.  To keep from being trampled on the steps by the onslaught of the Viking team heading out, Mick Tinglehoff and Carl Eller picked him up by his arms and carried him down the stairs.  It was a thrill of a lifetime, equaled by having had coffee that morning with Bill (Boom Boom) Brown, running back for the Vikings.

Richard is survived by his wife Dolores of 55 years and three daughters, Kris (Gary) Wallerich, Robin (Casey) Caldwell and Teri (Joe) Russell as well as eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers Donald, Gary and Robert (Nuc) Nelson .

He was much loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 21 at 11 a.m. at River Park Chapel at  Macken Funeral Home in Rochester.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com