Obituaries
Madalynn Faith Haala Ruiz
Apr 8, 2026
Madalynn Faith Haala Ruiz was born on December 17, 2025, in Mankato, Minnesota, to her loving parents, Sara Ruiz and Evan Haala. From her very first moments, Madalynn showed strength and spirit far beyond her days. Though she faced the challenges of Trisomy 13, she proved herself a true warrior, blessing the world with 112 days of a life filled...
Valerie Lynn Barrie
Apr 7, 2026
Valerie Lynn Barrie, 60, of Cleveland, MN, passed away on April 7, 2026, her children and husband at her bedside. Val is survived by her husband Wayne Barrie, mother Gloria Villa, brothers Art and Tim, children Corey Boe (Andrea), Chelsea Boe, Dustin Boe (Isabel), Malachi Barrie, Chandler Barrie (Paije), and grandchildren Sorren, Dane, Sullivan, and Olive.
Val was born in Wellsville,...
Steven Charles "Scoobie" Schneider
Apr 5, 2026
Steven Charles “Scoobie” Schneider, beloved father, friend, and one-of-a-kind character, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026 at The Lutheran Home in Belle Plaine, MN. The son of Albert and Inez (Borchardt) Schneider. He was born in Arlington, MN on June 3rd, 1952. He grew up on the farm in Le Center MN and graduated from Le Center High School.
He...
Leona Cecelia Finken
Apr 4, 2026
LEONA CECELIA FINKEN, age 88, passed away on April 4, 2026, at her Lakeside Memory Care residence in Plymouth.
Leona was born on December 10, 1937, to James E. and Mary Ann (Mensen) Kinney, and she was the ninth of twelve children. She was united in marriage to Elmer G. Finken on August 6, 1960. They had three children, Theresa, Mary,...
Margaret Ann "Peggy" Iverson
Apr 3, 2026
MARGARET ANN “PEGGY” IVERSON, age 67, of Montgomery, passed away peacefully at home on April 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Peggy was born to Richard and Doris (Perkinson) Krenik. She grew up in Montgomery and graduated from Montgomery High School in 1977 before continuing her education at Mankato State University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education...
Rita Ann Stasney
Apr 2, 2026
Rita Ann Stasney, age 94, of Montgomery, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Central Health Care in Le Center.
Rita was born as a twin with her brother, Richard, on December 15, 1931, in Montgomery Township, Le Sueur County, to Frank and Agnes (Schleis) Choudek. She grew up on the family farm near Montgomery and attended St. Raphael Catholic...
Dorothy Ann Riebel
Mar 27, 2026
Dorothy Ann Riebel, age 94, of Le Center, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the Carriage House Senior Living in Le Center.
Dorothy was born on September 26, 1931, in Waseca, to Frank and Martha (Frodl) Stangler. She grew up in rural Elysian and began her education at Okaman Country School in Waseca County. She was a 1949 graduate...
Diane Marie Scheurer
Mar 14, 2026
Diane Marie (Woelfel) Scheurer, 72, of Le Center, Minnesota, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Saturday, March 14, at Mayo Clinic Health System – Mankato.
Diane was born on June 5, 1953, in Redwood Falls to RoseDel and Donald Woelfel. She attended McKinley High School and later attended college at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, MN and received...
John Joseph Radermacher
Mar 13, 2026
"Happy Holidays!" That was John's signature greeting, and whenever he spoke it, he instantly filled the room with warmth and cheer. His presence made everyone feel welcome, a true reflection of the joy and kindness he shared with all who knew him.
John Joseph Radermacher, age 72, of Le Center, MN passed away on March 13, 2026 at his home.
The son...
Janice "Jan" Rosella Madonna
Mar 7, 2026
Janice “Jan” Rosella Madonna, age 70, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, surrounded by family, love, and the memories of a life well lived.
Jan was known for her warm heart, joyful spirit, and deep love for family and friends. Anyone who knew Jan knew she loved anything Barbie. As a devoted vintage Barbie dealer and collector, she found great...
Gerard "Jerry" Emmett McCue
Mar 4, 2026
GERARD “JERRY” EMMETT MCCUE, age 78, of Montgomery passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato.
Born on October 10, 1947 in New Prague, Jerry was the son of Emmett and Helen (Ryan) McCue. He grew up in Belle Plaine, graduating from Belle Plaine High School with the class of 1965. He later furthered...
Marlene Joanne Hanek
Feb 27, 2026
Marlene Joanne Hanek, age 84, of Montgomery, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Health System in New Prague.
Marlene was born on April 23, 1941, in Faribault, Minnesota, the daughter of George and Georgia (Swanson) Borst. She began her education at St. Bernard Catholic School in Faribault through 7th grade and graduated from Faribault High School with...
Shirley Ann Wagner
Feb 26, 2026
SHIRLEY ANN WAGNER, age 87 of Le Sueur, died in the early morning hours of Thursday, February 26, 2026 at the Carriage House Assisted Living in Le Center.
Shirley was born in Waseca on August 16, 1938 to parents Ruben John and Elsie Emelia (Sell) Wendt. She attended school in Cleveland and graduated with the Clipper class of 1956. She was...
Gregory Mark Goettl
Feb 23, 2026
Gregory Mark Goettl, age 65, of Le Center, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Hospital – St. Marys Campus in Rochester.
Greg was born on January 24, 1961, in St. Peter, Minnesota, to Roger and Sandra (Smith) Goettl. He attended Le Center Public School with the Class of 1979. On August 9, 1980, Greg was united in...
Mary Agnes Trzecinski
Feb 21, 2026
Mary Agnes Trzecinski, age 94, of Minnetonka and formerly of Montgomery and Le Center, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Edina.
Mary was born on January 23, 1932, in Le Center, to John and Martha (Cemensky) Trzecinski. She grew up on her family’s farm on Lake Gorman, where she created many cherished memories—riding her horse “Buddy”, raising her pet...
Harvey Eugene Chapman
Feb 16, 2026
Harvey Eugene Chapman, age 85, of Montgomery, MN passed away peacefully in his favorite chair on his farm on February 16, 2026.
The son of Arthur Newton and Lue Elsie (Clymore) Chapman, Harvey was born on October 12, 1940, in Baudette, MN. He grew up in Baudette and attended the University of MN, Crookston, half of his junior and senior years...
Robert "Bob" Andrew Rivers, Jr
Feb 12, 2026
ROBERT “BOB” ANDREW RIVERS, JR. of Le Sueur, formerly of Montgomery, died in the early morning hours of Thursday, February 12, 2026 at Oak Terrace Senior Living in Le Sueur at the age of 79 years, 6 months, and 29 days.
Bob was born in Miami, Florida on July 14, 1946, to parents Robert Andrew, Sr. and Elizabeth Ann (Jones) Rivers. He...
Lorraine Anna Wetzel
Feb 10, 2026
Lorraine Anna Wetzel, 85 years old, passed away on February, 10, 2026 in Shakopee, MN. She was surrounded by family.
Lorraine Anna Wetzel was born in New Prague, MN on Jul 12,1940; grew up in Le Center, MN; lived in Le Sueur, MN for most of her career; transitioned to Prairie Grove, AR in retirement; and circled back to Minnesota for...
Raul "Lambas" Gerardo Guel, Jr.
Feb 1, 2026
RAUL GERARDO “LAMBAS” GUEL, JR, age 29 of Owatonna, formerly of Le Center, died as the result of a tragic automotive accident on February 1, 2026 while in Flagstaff, Arizona.
Raul was born in McAllen, Texas on January 21, 1997 to parents Raul Guel Sr. and Jacqueline Gonzalez. He attended school in Le Sueur before beginning his working life following the...
Kathleen "Katie" Anne Scheel
Jan 30, 2026
Kathleen “Katie” Scheel was a beautiful wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, among the many roles she carried with quiet strength and grace throughout her life. A woman of deep integrity, unwavering faith, and boundless kindness, Katie lived her values rather than simply speaking them. Her love was steady, her compassion sincere, and her actions, always thoughtful and selfless, spoke...
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