Obituaries
Richard s. Bates
Jun 1, 2026
Richard Skiem Bates was born October 19, 1955, to Charles and Ethelmae (Skiem) Bates in Litchfield, Minnesota.
Even as a youngster, Richard exhibited an aptitude and love for carpentry and anything mechanical. He possessed a unique ability and determination to build or fix literally anything he set his mind to. After graduating from Litchfield High School in 1974, Richard turned his...
Rosella "Rosie" J. Roeser
May 23, 2026
Rosella Janice Roeser, lovingly known as Rosie, was born on October 22, 1955, in St. Nicholas, Minnesota, to Frank and Mathilda (Niedzielski) Spiczka. She attended elementary school in St. Nick and Rocori High School in Cold Spring.
On December 1, 1973, Rosie married Peter Roeser. Together they made their home in Watkins, where they took over Peter’s family butcher shop. Rosie...
Cindy Kay Fortun
May 22, 2026
Cindy Kay Fortun, age 67, passed away surrounded by her family on May 22nd, 2026 at Bethany Home in Litchfield, Minnesota.
A celebration of life will be held from 1-4pm on May 30th, at the Fortun Farm at 26331 CSAH 1, Litchfield, Minnesota.
Cindy was born on November 22nd, 1958, in Litchfield to Hazel (Long) and James Ringaman. She attended Litchfield High...
Henry "Hank" R. Blondell, Jr
May 15, 2026
Our beloved storyteller has gone to Heaven to entertain all. Henry “Hank” R. Blondell Jr., age 83, passed away on May 15, 2026, at Hilltop Nursing Home in Watkins, Minnesota, surrounded by his loving family.
A Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Ostmark Lutheran Church in rural Watkins, with a visitation beginning at...
Wilbur Latham
May 15, 2026
Wilbur Edward Latham died peacefully at home on May 15, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.
A Funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Litchfield, MN. A visitation will be held from 4:00-7:00 PM on Friday, May 22, 2026, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in...
Brian Dunham
May 13, 2026
Brian Keith Dunham born February 06, 1958; passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 13th, 2026.
If you knew Brian, he was the strongest person you would have met. He could fix anything and even if he couldn’t, he'd still tell you how it should be done.
He will be remembered for his strength, love for his family, and of course,...
Susan "Sue" Marie Lingl
May 12, 2026
Susan 'Sue' M. Lingl, age 63 of Litchfield, MN passed away on Tuesday May 12, 2026 at Bethany Assisted Living in Litchfield, MN.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday May 18, 2026 at the Church of St. Philip in Litchfield, MN. Visitation will be held from 2:00 - 5:00 PM on Sunday May 17 at Johnson...
Phyllis Joanne Dilley
May 11, 2026
Phyllis J. Dilley, age 79, of Atwater, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Bethesda Grand, in Willmar Mn. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Visitation will take place one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will follow at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery.
Phyllis Joanne...
Ann Holmgren
May 9, 2026
Ann Katherine Holmgren, 87, of Eden Valley, MN, passed away on May 9, 2026 with her family by her side.
Ann Katherine Holmgren the daughter of Leslie and Signe (Knutson) Shoutz was born on August 31, 1938 in Forest City, MN. She was united in marriage to Edward Holmgren Sr. on October 20, 1956 in Litchfield, MN. Throughout her life she...
Karen Elizabeth Larson-Dick
May 7, 2026
Karen Elizabeth Larson-Dick, age 79 of Litchfield, MN, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, May 7, 2026. A private funeral service will be held to celebrate Karen's life.
Karen was born on April 19, 1947 in Litchfield, MN. She was the oldest of four children born to Oscar and Mildred (Hensen) Lunderby. She grew up on the family farm...
David Bacon
May 3, 2026
David D. Bacon, age 84, of Litchfield, MN died on Sunday May 3, 2026 at the St. Cloud Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday May 9, 2026 at Johnson Hagglund Funeral and Cremation Service in Litchfield, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be held in the Trinity...
Dennis William Imholte
May 3, 2026
Dennis William Imholte, age 76, passed away at Benedictine Community Living in Cold Spring, MN on May 3rd, 2026.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on May 8th at 11:00 AM at the Church of Saint Anthony in Watkins, MN. A visitation will be held from 9:00-11:00 AM. Interment will occur at the Church of Saint Anthony’s Cemetery in...
Michael Stephen Grundhauser
Apr 30, 2026
Michael “Mike” Stephen Grundhauser, age 73, of Breezy Point, MN, formerly of Saint Paul, passed away Thursday, April 30, 2026.
A Memorial service will be held from 12:00-2:00 PM on Friday, May 29, 2026 at Fort Snelling Memorial Chapel in Saint Paul, MN.
Michael is survived by his siblings; Kathy, Tom, Dorothy (Gary), Mary, Joe, and JoAnn (Alan); many nieces and nephews;...
Donna Swanson
Apr 21, 2026
Donna Swanson, age 95, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Meeker Memorial Hospital in Litchfield, MN.
A private family graveside service will be held at Grove City Baptist Church.
Donna was born in Detroit, MI, on May 21, 1930 to Archie and Elsie King. The family moved to Grove City, MN when...
Margaret A. Hellzen
Apr 19, 2026
Margaret “Marge” Averil Hellzen, age 89 of Litchfield, MN, passed away, peacefully on April 19, 2026 at Bethany Memory Care.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at First Lutheran Church in Litchfield, MN. A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, at Johnson-Hagglund Funeral & Cremation Service in...
Doug R. Angier
Apr 17, 2026
Douglas Reuben Angier, age 91 of Litchfield, MN, passed away on April 17, 20206. Per Doug’s wishes, there will be no formal services, but the family will hold a casual celebration of life at a later date.
Doug was born on February 20, 1935, to Reuben and Anna (Rick) Angier. He graduated from Litchfield High School in 1953, where he held...
Gordy Henderson
Apr 16, 2026
Gordon "Gordy" Ruben Henderson, age 72 of Litchfield, MN, passed away on April 16, 2026.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 23, at 4:00 PM, with visitation following from 4:30 – 7:00 PM at Johnson Hagglund Funeral Home.
Gordy was born on September 13, 1953, in Thief River Falls to Howard and Marian (Nelson) Henderson. The family moved many...
Alicia Cano de Espejel
Apr 13, 2026
Alicia Cano de Espejel, a radiant soul who graced this world for 96 beautiful years, peacefully left us on April 13, 2026. Her life was a testament to resilience, love, and unwavering strength.
A Funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Church of St. Philip in Litchfield, MN. Visitation will be held one hour...
Jerry Urdahl
Apr 8, 2026
Jerome Kenwood Urdahl completed his baptismal journey and returned through death to God's heavenly embrace on April 8th, 2026 at the age of 93 years. Jerry was born December 16, 1932, ("One hundred years too late.") to Clarence and Violet (Ness) Urdahl in Litchfield, MN. He was the oldest of 5 children.
Jerry was baptized in the Lutheran faith and confirmed...
Michael Vrooman
Apr 7, 2026
Michael “Cuz” Vrooman died peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the age of 84. He was surrounded not only by those present in his room, but also by the love, prayers, and thoughts of so many dear to him who were there in spirit. He was welcomed into heaven by loved ones who had gone before him...
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