Obituaries

Michael Stephen Grundhauser

Michael Stephen Grundhauser

Apr 30, 2026

Michael “Mike” Stephen Grundhauser, 73, formerly of Saint Paul, passed away at his home in Litchfield on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Complete notice to follow.

Donna Swanson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Carol Ann Piepenburg

Carol Ann Piepenburg

Apr 6, 2026

Our beloved, and beautiful, Carol Ann Piepenburg passed away on April 6, 2026 at St. Cloud Hospital surrounded by her loving family. 

A memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 1:00pm with a visitation beginning at 12:00pm. A reception luncheon will follow the service.

Carol, the tenacious daughter to Herman and Esther...

Laverna B. Schuldt

Laverna B. Schuldt

Apr 3, 2026

Laverna Schuldt age 104 of Paynesville, MN passed away on April 3, 2026.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield, MN. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church as well. 

Laverna was born on Nov. 6, 1921 to Henry and Wilhelmina (Minnie...

John David Schmidt

John David Schmidt

Apr 2, 2026

John David Schmidt, Sr., age 89, passed away on April 2nd, 2026 at the St. Cloud VA Hospital.

 A memorial service will be held for John at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield on Saturday, May 2nd at 12:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM, with a luncheon following the service. Memorials may be directed to: Ecumen of Litchfield or the...

Melissa "Missy" Grimsgard

Melissa "Missy" Grimsgard

Mar 29, 2026

Melissa Kay (Latterell) Grimsgard, age 53, passed away on March 29, 2026, after a courageous fight with stage four colorectal cancer. She departed peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family at her bedside. 

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Zion Lutheran Church in Litchfield, MN. A visitation will be held from...

Chris Griggs

Chris Griggs

Mar 28, 2026

Chris Griggs passed away on March 28, 2026, at the age of 39.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, May 1st, from 2:00-8:00 PM at the Atwater Community Center in Atwater, MN. Family and friends are invited to gather, share memories, and honor Chris’s life.

Chris was a devoted father, son, brother, uncle and friend whose life centered around...

Beverly 'Bev' Anderson

Beverly 'Bev' Anderson

Mar 27, 2026

Beverly ‘Bev’ J. Anderson, age 89, of Litchfield, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026 at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, MN. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at First Lutheran Church in Litchfield with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church on April 1, 2026. Visitation will also...

David L. Schwarzrock

David L. Schwarzrock

Mar 24, 2026

David L. Schwarzrock, age 69 of Dassel, MN passed away on Tuesday March 24, 2026 at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, MN. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday March 30, 2026 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, MN. Visitation will be held from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at church prior to the service.

Our...

Gene Nonweiler

Gene Nonweiler

Mar 20, 2026

Gene Phillip Nonweiler, age 88 of Litchfield, MN passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Bethany Assisted Living in Litchfield, MN. A funeral mass will be held at 12:00 Noon on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Church of St. Philip in Litchfield, MN. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be...

Rebecca “Becci” Ficker

Rebecca “Becci” Ficker

Mar 16, 2026

Rebecca Marie “Becci” Ficker, 42, of Litchfield, Minnesota, passed away peacefully at her home on March 16, 2026. Born June 10, 1983, to Conrad and Jane (Wimmer) Ficker, Becci lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep love, and a steadfast independence.

Becci grew up in Litchfield and graduated from Litchfield High School in 2001. A tomboy at heart, she loved...

Michael Eugene Homann

Michael Eugene Homann

Mar 14, 2026

Michael Eugene Homann, age 71, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 25 at 1:00 PM with a visitation starting at 12:00 PM at Johnson Hagglund Funeral Home. Interment will be in Ripley Cemetery. 

Michael Eugene Homann passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at the age of 71. He was born on...

Eben Laidlaw

Eben Laidlaw

Mar 14, 2026

Eben Junior Laidlaw II, age 22 of Grove City, MN passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in Litchfield, MN. A celebration of his life will be held from 4:00 - 7:00 PM on Thursday March 19, 2026, at Johnson Hagglund Funeral and Cremation in Litchfield, MN. A prayer service will be held at 4:00 PM.

Eben was born in Litchfield,...

Judy Walls

Judy Walls

Mar 11, 2026

Judy C. Walls, age 77 of Litchfield, MN passed away on Wednesday March 11, 2026 at Ecumen Assisted Living in Litchfield, MN, surrounded by family. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Judy Carol Walls, the daughter of Donald and Delores (Johnson) Walls, was born on September 15, 1948 in Litchfield, MN.

She attended grade school in...