Funeral services were 11 a.m. Oct. 28 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids for William “Bill” S. Lovitz, age 83 who passed away at the St. Cloud Hospital Oct. 24, 2020. The Rev. David Hinz and the Rev. John Beck officiated and burial was at the Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Masks and social distancing were strongly encouraged.Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Bill was born Dec. 17, 1936, in Sauk Rapids to Carl and Lena (Athen) Lovitz. He married his wife Geri Keske Aug. 5, 1958, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Dicksville. Together, they raised three children on their hobby farm in Sauk Rapids. Bill worked as a foreman for the paper mill in Sartell for 37 years. He had strong faith and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids and Sauk Rapids and Rice Sportsman’s Clubs. Bill liked to keep busy and was very outgoing and positive. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting, playing cards, and dancing to his favorite old-time music. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend and will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Bill is survived by his wife of 62 years, Geri of Sauk Rapids; children, Cindy (Kevin) Molitor of Little Falls, Rick (Donna) Lovitz of Lake George, and Wendy (Tim) Gilbert of Sauk Rapids; sisters, Elaine Dollar of Sauk Rapids, and Ruth Reber of Sauk Rapids; grandchildren Barry (Amy) Molitor, Kristi (Nahum) Moreno Olivera, Kelly Molitor (Caroline Domenech), Katie (Brad) Schlomann, Erin Schlichting, Alex Schlichting, and Jake Gilbert; great grandchildren, Matthew and Lucas Molitor, and Allie and Emily Moreno Olivera. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Kevin Lovitz; great granddaughter, Abigail Molitor; and siblings, Ray Lovitz, and Irene Zwick.
Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.com.   
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Gary A. Chaika (SMSGT, Retired USAF), age 84, of Sauk Rapids, passed away Oct. 17, 2020. He was born June 27, 1936, in St. Cloud, to Jerome H. Sr. and Hildagarde (Zilmer) Chaika. Gary graduated from Sauk Rapids High School as an outstanding athlete; after high school Gary enlisted in the Air Force where he served for 26 years and played base level football and basketball. On April 25, 1959, Gary married Audrey Laing and together they celebrated 61 years of marriage and had three children. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, and trips to the casino. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post 6992 and American Legion Post 254.
He is preceded in death by his parents, and his step-father, Al Smith; brothers, William (Renate), Thomas, Phil, Jim, Jerome Jr. and Nephew, Michael.
Gary is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Audrey; children, Mark (MaDonna), Mary (Kenny) Duray, and Kathy (Jim) Schuler; grandchildren, Josh, Jere, Jon, Kendall, and J.R.; great-grandchildren, Ethan, Evan, Alexis, Jackson, Landon, Jameson and Lincoln; Sister, Joan Edwards of California; brother, Chuck (Lowen) Smith; sister-in-laws, Mary Jane Chaika, Alyce Chaika, Joyce Chaika, and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27,  at Sacred Heart Church (2875 10th Ave. NE, Sauk Rapids) with the Rev. Tom Knoblach officiating. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m. Tuesday at church.
Private interment with military honors will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Gary’s family would like to give a special thank you to the Centra Care Hospice Nurses for the wonderful care and support they provided for him every day. GearhartAnokaChapel.com.   
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Ronald C. Portner, age 65, of Rice, died unexpectedly of natural causes Oct. 11, 2020, at the CentraCare Hospital in Sauk Centre.
Mass of Christian burial was 11 a.m. Oct. 16 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in New Ulm. The Rev. Gerald Meidl celebrated the Mass, and burial was in the New Ulm Catholic Cemetery in New Ulm.
Visitation was from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 15 at the Minnesota Valley Funeral Home-North Chapel in New Ulm and continued from 10-11 a.m. Friday at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
Social distancing guidelines must be practiced, and all guests in attendance at the visitation and funeral will be required to wear a mask.
To leave an online condolence for his family, or to sign the guestbook, go to mvfh.org
Ronald is survived by his wife, Donna Portner of Rice; his sons, Cory (Erin) Portner of Sauk Rapids, Scott (Heather) Portner of Sun Prairie, Wisconsin; his grandchildren, Cade, Emma, Easton, Maddison, Brielle, and Kase; his mother, Cyrilla Portner; and his sister, Leona (Jim) Arndt of New Ulm.
He was preceded in death by his father, Marvin Portner who died in 1971.
Ronald “Ron” Carl Portner was born Oct. 13, 1954, in New Ulm to Marvin and Cyrilla (Gulden) Portner. He was a 1973 graduate from New Ulm Public High School. Ron started his long career in the baking industry working as a baker at the New Ulm Hy-Vee. This career took him from New Ulm, to Fairmont, Grand Island, and Lincoln, Nebraska, before he ended with Coborn’s in St. Cloud where he ran the ovens for the Coborn’s Central Bakery. Ron was united in marriage to Donna Wenninger Aug. 31, 1974, at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm. This union blessed the couple with two boys whom together they eventually raised in Rice. Besides his work, there were a variety of hobbies that brought Ron great joy in life. He was always a quiet man who had a true love for the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, four-wheeling and boating. Many laughs were shared and memories were made with his sons at hunting camp over the years. He prided himself on the fact passed this love of the outdoors on to his sons and well as his grandchildren as his legacy. Ron also took tremendous pride in his gardens which provided for endless opportunities for canning and freezing his harvests.  What he loved most in life was time he got to spend with his wife, his sons, and his grandchildren.  Although his passing seems so sudden and unexpected, countless cherished memories will forever stay in the hearts and minds of all who knew him best. Blessed be those memories. Mvfh.org
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There will be no services for Shirley J. Guzy, age 72, who passed away Oct. 1, 2020, at her home. Burial will be at Brockway Cemetery, Sartell. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Shirley was born Nov. 25, 1947, in St. Cloud to Myron and Verona (Pettit) Wolhart. She married Gregg Guzy April 27, 1968, in St. Cloud. Shirley lived in the Sauk Rapids and Sartell area most of her life and worked as a medical transcriptionist at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center for over 20 years, retiring in 2014. She was a very active member of Harvest Fellowship Church in Sauk Rapids where she enjoyed participating in prayer groups. Faith was very important to her. Shirley enjoyed spending time with friends and gardening; she could make anything grow. She was a kind, caring and positive person.
Shirley is survived by her sons and daughter, Bryan of Sauk Rapids, Barbra Fellows of Woodbury, Garry of Sauk Rapids, and Waynne of Sauk Rapids; sisters, Virginia (Terry) Greener of Annandale, Joy (Paul) Hoppe of Sartell, and Janet (Doug) Peterson of Sartell; and grandchildren, Danielle, Solomon, and Gavin. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; and husband, Gregg on Feb. 27, 2010.
Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.com.
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Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids for Gordon A. Rehder, age 98, who passed away Sept. 22, 2020, in Sauk Rapids. The Rev. John Beck and the Rev. David Hinz will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the services at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Gordon A. Rehder was born the eldest of two children, on March 27, 1922, in Moorhead to Max C. and Hulda M. Rehder.  Gordon was baptized at Sabin Lutheran Church in Sabin, and was confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Fargo, North Dakota.  He graduated from Moorhead State Teachers College High School in 1940. Gordon served in the U.S. Navy from 1942-46. He then attended the University of Minnesota and graduated in 1949 with a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering. Gordon met his future wife, Dolores V. Neils, while attending the University of Minnesota. They married June 12, 1949, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Gordon had vast work experiences including working at GM assembling computers and at Hughes Aircraft in Los Angeles, California, as a systems engineer and liaison technician. In Tucson, Arizona, he worked on the Falcon Missile and in Denver, Colorado, he worked on the Titan Missile project.  Gordon also worked at RCA in Moorestown, New Jersey, developing radars for use in Antigua. He was then contracted by Lincoln Laboratories to live in the South Pacific on Kwajalein in the Marshall Islands. There each day he would fly to work on Roi Namur Island. The family lived on Kwajalein for four years. After moving to Sauk Rapids, Gordon worked as the administrator of Good Shepherd Nursing Home. Gordon was an active member of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod throughout his life, becoming a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in 1973 when they first moved to town.
Gordon is survived by his wife, Dolores of 71 years; children, John G. Rehder M.D. (Melanie) of Allison Park, Pennsylvania, and Kristin M. Petri (Michael) of Johns Island, South Carolina; 11 grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his brother, Dennis M. Rehder.
Memorials are preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church Endowment Fund.
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“Some day you will read in the paper that Elaine Poepping has died – don’t believe a word of it at that time I shall be more alive with Christ than I have ever been.” – Elaine M. Poepping
A celebration of life and faithfulness will be 11 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at Trinity Lutheran Church for Elaine M. Poepping, 86, who passed away Sept. 8, 2020, at the St. Cloud Hospital. The Rev. John Beck and the Rev. David Hinz will officiate and burial will be at the parish cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the celebration Saturday at the church.
Elaine, daughter of Selda and George Maiers, was born May 29, 1934, in Sauk Rapids. She was united in marriage with Joseph “Joe” Poepping June 21, 1953, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Elaine was co-owner of Smolnik Electric from 1967 to 2007. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, the Altar Guild, Ladies Aid, Bible study, and Sauk Rapids American Legion Auxiliary Post 254. Elaine enjoyed reading and studying the bible. She was steadfast in her faith and never wavered. Elaine was extremely proud of each family member for their individuality and achievements. There wasn’t anything she wouldn’t do for her family. She had a great sense of humor and liked to partake in innocent pranks but truly had a heart of gold and the wonderful ability to talk to anyone.
Elaine is survived by her children, Cindy Abraham of Sauk Rapids and Scot (Becky) of Lonsdale; brother, Wayne (Margie) Smolnik of Sauk Rapids; sister-in-law, Peggy Smolnik of Sauk Rapids; grandchildren, Tiffany (Ty) Forner, Mindy (Ryan) David, and Austin (Jerreise); great grandchildren, Riley, Carter, Jackob, Isabella, Brenten, Kylee and Sophia;  and special neighbors, the Mike and Nancy Kuefler family. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Joe on Nov. 28, 2019; son-in-law, David Abraham; and brothers, Jim and Dick Smolnik.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the St. Cloud Hospital, fourth floor surge one, especially Whitney and Deb for the comfort and care that was given to Elaine; to the Mike and Nancy Kueffler family; and to Winnie Doroff for the years of unwavering friendship.
Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.com
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Funeral services were 1 p.m. Sept. 3 at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids for Kenneth V. Tadych, age 79, who passed away Aug. 29, 2020, at Wildwood Assisted Living in Sauk Rapids. The Rev. Gerald Dalseth officiated and burial was at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Sauk Rapids. Visitation was 11 a.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
Kenneth was born Jan. 24, 1941, in Sauk Rapids to Walter and Irene (Miller) Tadych. He worked as a stock prep man at the Sartell papermill for over 35 years. Ken also ran his own fishing guide service for over 20 years. He was a talker and story teller who liked to know what was going on. Ken was very outgoing, generous, and liked to spoil his grandkids. He enjoyed fishing, camping, traveling, being outdoors, playing horseshoes, shooting pool, playing cards and watching sports, especially basketball. Family was very important to him.
Survivors include his sons and daughter, Bradley of Willmar, Kevin of St. Cloud, and Karen (Jim) Howard of Monticello; seven grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Ken was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Rosemary; and brothers, Walter, Jr. and Eugene.
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Marjorie Cathleen Kruegel Quiggle passed peacefully away in her sleep on Tuesday, August  25, 2020 at her Heathers Manor apartment in Crystal, Minnesota.  She was 99.5 years young.  She was born on January  15, 1921, in Preston, Filmore County, Minnesota to Louis Erish Kruegel and Hazel Harriet Riehl Kruegel. She is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Henry Quiggle (2004), and her two sisters, Phyllis Elvyra Kruegel Hanley (Edmund) and Marye Ann Augusta Kruegel De Young (George) plus her brother George John Kruegel (Pauline).
Marjorie grew up in rural Northfield, Rice County, Minnesota. She graduated from Northfield High School and St. Olaf College (Class of 1942) with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Science and Home Economics.
She married Walter Henry Quiggle in Northfield’s  St. John’s Lutheran Church on August 26, 1943, and they raised three dedicated children, Sharyn Kae Quiggle Forbes (Kingsley) of Wausau, Wisconsin, David Monroe Quiggle (Lesley) of Gig Harbor, Washington, and Dennis Jon Quiggle of Wyoming, Minnesota.  All have survived her. She is also survived by sister-in-law Pauline Louise Haugen Kruegel of Nevada City, California and eight devoted grandchildren plus twelve great grandchildren and hosts of nieces, nephews and many friends.
Marjorie loved teaching public school students (40 years) while also helping her carpenter husband remodel 2 houses and construct 4 new homes in Central Minnesota. Two more new houses were built in Northern California. She also enjoyed traveling, reading biographies, recycling greeting cards and gardening, which earned her the title of “The Flower Lady” at The Rivers in Burnsville, where she lived independently for twelve years, beginning in 2004. In 2016, Marjorie relocated to Heathers Manor (assisted living) in Crystal to be closer to family.
She was a charter member of the Benton County Historical Society, member of the Aristonian Federated Women’s Club, Delta Kappa Gamma Education Society, and The Well Quilters (Rosemount United Methodist Church, Rosemount, Minnesota).
 Marjorie’s Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October  3, 2020, at The Well Family Life Center, formerly known as Rosemount United Methodist Church at 14770 Canada Avenue West, Rosemount, Minnesota 55068. Church telephone: 651-423-2475. Due to Covid-19 concerns, masks and temperature checks are required and there will be no visitation or reception. Please know your in-person attendance is welcomed but not expected. A secure link to view a live internet stream of the ceremony will be available: contact Dennis@Quiggle.net for details.
A public Interment of her remains will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August  14, 2021, at Maple Lawn Cemetery, 1917 Northwest 4th Street, Faribault, Minnesota 55021 (Telephone:  507- 334-5461) with a public Celebration of Life Picnic to follow at North Alexander Park, 1814 2nd Avenue Northwest, Faribault, Minnesota 55021. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the St. Olaf College Stewardship Office at 1520 St. Olaf Avenue, Northfield, Minnesota 55057 - Telephone: 507- 786-2222.
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Wallace Lloyd Carlson, age 91, Sartell, died Aug. 15, 2020, at his home in Sartell.
A celebration of Wallace’s life will be 4-6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, at the Benson Funeral Home, St. Cloud. A graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1, at  Fleming Cemetery, Aitkin County.
Wallace was born May 20, 1929, in Palisade to Lloyd and Rose (Erlandson) Carlson. He married  Maxine H. Weston Sept. 12, 1953, in Palisade. Wallace worked as a truck driver his whole working life and was very proud of that fact. Wallace and his wife Maxine resided in Aitkin County, Indiana and the Sauk Rapids-Royalton area prior to moving to Sartell. He was a member of Northland Bible Baptist Church.
Survivors include his daughters, Karin (Jim) Urbanski of Sartell; Judy (Terry) Burggraff of Owatonna; and Julie (Jim) Palm of Owatonna; sisters, Irene Bartz, Iris Weston, and Darlene Homoki; brothers, Charles Carlson and Robert Carlson; seven grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; and four great great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Maxine on Sept. 4, 2017, daughter Patricia Annette Capetz, great grandson Jordan Reed Puckett, and two brothers, Larry and Arnold Carlson.
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Celebration of life will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 24 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 2163 Mayhew Lake Road, Sauk Rapids, for Alice J. Peterson, age 86, who passed away Aug. 18, 2020, at her home. The Rev. John Beck and the Rev. David Hinz will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Sunday at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids and one hour prior to the services Monday at the church. Trinity Lutheran prayers will be 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Alice was born June 13, 1934, in Benton County to William and Johanna (Vierkant) Kath. She married Roy Peterson June 25, 1955, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Alice was raised in Sauk Rapids and lived most of her life in Foley and Nisswa. She was a homemaker and also drove school bus for the Foley and Brainerd public schools for 25 years. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. Alice was a hard worker who enjoyed gardening, canning, sewing, dancing, singing and living by the lake. She loved the holidays, especially Christmas. She was a fantastic cook who made the best potato salad and sticky rolls and was known for her Christmas cookies. Alice had a great sense of humor and was very family orientated.
Alice is survived by her husband Roy, of Sauk Rapids; daughters and sons, LuAnn (Rich) Cameron of Pillager, Keith (Roxanne) of Rice, Lori (Kevin) Kramer of Gilbert, Arizona, Jenny (Troy) Hallstrom of Mesa, Arizona, Wendy “Sam” (Tim) Rohwer of Young America, Neil (Sue Johnson) of Jenkins, and Scott (Scott “S.J.” Johnson) of Denver, Colorado; sister, Jean Massmann of Luxemburg; 23 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Alice was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Bill Kath.
Memorials are preferred to CentraCare Hospice.
Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at  www.williamsdingmann.com
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Harold Andrew Gorecki, age 83, passed away at Country Terrace Assisted Living in Tomahawk, Wisconsin. after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy body dementia Aug. 1, 2020.
Harold was born Nov. 7, 1936, with his twin brother, Gerald, to Frank and Anna Gorecki. He grew up in Sauk Rapids and graduated from Sauk Rapids High School in 1954, where he was a talented athlete involved in basketball, football and track. Throughout his life, Harold was an avid golfer, basketball and racquetball player, and distance runner. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany. After his return to the states, among other jobs, Harold was a barber in the Minneapolis area. He then moved to Tomahawk and built, owned, and operated Kentucky Fried Chicken there for many years.  Harold then moved to the Gulf Coast of Florida and owned, operated and managed many restaurants throughout his 46-year restaurant career.
Harold was known for his work ethic and dedication to the job, and he excelled in his chosen career. Harold worked with hundreds of co-workers and employees over the years, and he always went out of his way to help anyone that he saw had a need. Harold’s personality and fun-loving nature made him a friend to most everyone that met him.
He is survived by his son Jacob (Toni Greil) Gorecki. Siblings: Mary Przyborowski, Joyce Fritsinger, James (Chris) Gorecki, and Michael (Cheryl) Gorecki, numerous nieces, nephews and long-time friends Larry and Joan Hurtis. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings Patsy, Ally, Daniel, Ralph, Virginia, Lucille, and Gerald.
Harold and his family are especially grateful to the entire staff and the residents at Country Terrace in Tomahawk for their friendship, compassion, and exceptional care. You are truly angels on earth.
A future celebration of life gathering will be planned.
Krueger Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and leave online condolences at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com.

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Funeral services are 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at Salem Lutheran Church in St. Cloud for Gloria A. Rogers, age 89, who passed away Aug. 4, 2020, at the Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake. The Rev. Timothy Routh will officiate and burial will be at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery, Sauk Rapids. Visitation will be noon to 2 p.m. Saturday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Gloria was born March 8, 1931, in St. Cloud to Christ and Emma (Burski) Bolz. She married Ray Rogers Jan. 27, 1951, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids. Gloria was employed as a medical insurance secretary for many years. She was a volunteer for the Widowed Persons Service and Caritas Family Services. Gloria was a member of Salem Lutheran Church and a former member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Sauk Rapids. Gloria enjoyed singing, visiting with friends, and traveling especially to Alaska. She was kind, soft hearted and a good listener.
Gloria is survived by her daughter and sons, Susan (Andy) Jude of Howard Lake, Scott (Jane) Rogers of Red Wing, and Brian (Betsy) Rogers of Farmington; sister, Barbara Starr of Phoenix, Arizona; grandchildren, Lucas, William, Sean, Cecelia, Leah, Kurt, Crystal, Josh, and Kayla; and great grandchildren, Grace, David, Andrew, Sloan, Willow, McKenna, Jacob, and Laura. Gloria was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray in 1988; brother, Robert Bolz; and sister, Marjorie Bolz.
Memorials are preferred to Salem Lutheran Church.
Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.com
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Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 3, 2020, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell for Roger J. Braun who passed away at his cabin in Backus on Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Rev. Ronald Weyrens will officiate and burial will be at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls. Visitation will be from 10:00-11:30 a.m. Monday at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Roger Braun was born on June 20, 1937, in St. Cloud to John and Veronica (Weyrauch) Braun. He was united in marriage to LaVerne Weyer on Aug. 21, 1962, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sartell. Roger lived most of his life in Sauk Rapids and worked as a Business Teacher in Holdingford and Sauk Rapids for a total of 19 years. He then worked in sales for Nestle for 17 years, retiring in 1997. He proudly served our country in the United States Army. Roger was a faithful, hardworking, and selfless man who was very ambitious and a great listener. He enjoyed being at the cabin in Backus, traveling, playing golf, and fishing. Roger and LaVerne wintered in Arizona for the last 20 years where he enjoyed playing softball and tennis. He was also a Minnesota Twins and Vikings fan. Most importantly, he enjoyed spending time with his family.
Roger is survived by his wife, LaVerne of Sartell; children, Steven of Sauk Rapids, Craig (Carie) of Sauk Rapids, and Scott (Catherine) of Lakeville; sister, Alice Kramer of Paris, Ill.; sisters-in-law, Mary Braun of Edina and Laurel Braun of Rochester; grandchildren Alex, Peyton, Noah, Sophia, and Faye Braun. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Willard, Ralph, and John Braun, Rose Ann Lilledahl, and Sr. Alexine; brothers-in-law, Robert Kramer and Don Lilledahl; and sister-in-law, Luella Braun.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.
Obituary, Guest Book and Video Tribute available online: www.williamsdingmann.com
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Funeral services were 1 p.m. July 24, 2020 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sauk Rapids for Ruth F. Gottschalk, age 95, of Sauk Rapids, who died Tuesday at Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids. The Rev. John Beck and the Rev. Paul Cloeter will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation was one hour prior to the services Friday at the church in Sauk Rapids. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Ruth Florence (Thurley) Gottschalk was born at home Aug. 24, 1924, to Arthur and Wilhemina (Fischer) Thurley in Winona, the youngest of seven children. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Martin Lutheran Church of Winona. She started school at the age of 4 and graduated from Winona High School at the age of 16 as an honor student, enjoying school, sports and activities of all kinds. During a Walther League youth gathering, where she was a cheerleader, she met a handsome basketball player, Elmer Gottschalk from Rochester, and it was love at first sight. They dated for five years. World War II delayed their wedding day but finally on Sept. 28, 1946, they happily became husband and wife. (They were just shy of 70 years of marriage when Elmer passed away Dec. 12, 2015.) Ruth graduated with honors from the Methodist-Kahler School of Nursing in Rochester, and was a lifetime member of that association. She also was a member of the Nurse Cadet Corp. in 1943-46. Ruth practiced nursing in all areas of medicine, but her primary areas were in surgical and obstetrics, including being an registered nurse for 10 years in the post-surgical floor at the St. Cloud Hospital. Ruth was an active member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Sauk Rapids holding many church roles in the Ladies Aid, the Human Care Committee, Sunday school teacher, and the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League zone recording secretary. She volunteered at the Good Shepherd Community, Meals on Wheels and sewed quilts for the missions.
Survivors include her sons, Gary (Ann) of LaGrange, Illinois, Bruce (Jan) of Lakeville; daughter, Nancy (Kurt) Knettel of Melissa, Texas; daughter-in-law, Lorilyn of Minneapolis; 10 grandchildren, Andy (Erin), Stephanie (Dave), Lorissa (Matt), Michael (Megan), Jonathan (Stefanie), Rachel, Paul, and Jacob (Alex); and 16 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer; son, Stephen; brothers, Albert, Arthur, Robert, Freddy; sisters, Elsie Dorsch and Louise Livingston.
 Ruth’s family would like to extend a special thank you to Moments Hospice and the staff of Good Shepherd.
Memorials are preferred to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Obituary, guest book and video tribute available online at www.williamsdingmann.com
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Geraldine (Geri) Steman-Vetsch-Chapman, of Minneapolis, passed away peacefully July 6, 2020, at the age of 79 at Mount Olivet Home.
Geri is survived by her daughter, Marnie (Dan); grand-daughter Chelsea (Erik); great-grandchildren Alexis, Erik Jr. and Arianna her sisters, Donna Anderson and Gloria Reinert (Richard) and sister-in law, Joyce Steman and many other relatives and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Sylvester and Marion Steman; first husband, Ronald Vetsch; husband, Marvin Chapman; and daughter, Debbie Vetsch; brother, Maynard Steman; and sisters, Carol Marion, Evelyn Becker, Juanita Hoffman and Sharon Loranger.
Geri was born Aug. 14, 1940, in St. Cloud. She graduated from Sauk Rapids High School in 1958 and went on to get her cosmetology license. She owned her own salon for many years. She was a kind, caring, happy individual who loved her family and Minnesota sports. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Private services will be held at a future date.
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Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 11 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for Beverly B. Dobis, age 85, who passed away July 7, 2020, at Country Manor Health Care Center in Sartell. The Rev. Thomas Knoblach will officiate and burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:30-10 a.m. Saturday, July 11 at the church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Bev was born July 22, 1934, in Kimball to Vernon and Edna (Stelten) Stelton. She married David Monson in September 1954 at St. Anne Catholic Church in Kimball and they later divorced. Bev married Alfred Dobis in December 1977 in St. Cloud. She worked as a bartender at Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992 and at Tom’s Bar. Bev was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992 Auxiliary, and Sauk Rapids American Legion Post 254 Auxiliary. She enjoyed decorating for holidays, collecting figurines and wind chimes, bowling, baking, playing cards, making friends, and spending time with her family. Bev was a strong survivor who was very independent, outgoing, giving and had an infectious smile.
Survivors include her daughters and sons, Wanda (Allan) Broda of Sartell, Linda (Barney) Molitor of Sauk Rapids, Kevin (Kristy) Monson of Rice, Marla (Greg) Williamson of Eden Prairie and Scott (Kathy) Monson of St. Stephen; brother and sister, Merlin Stelton of Watkins and Carol Lou (Rich) Fuchs of Watkins; 12 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, David Monson and Alfred Dobis; and grandson, Kyle Molitor.
Special thank you to Good Shepherd Oaks Apartments, Country Manor Garden Cottage, and St. Croix Hospice staff especially Melissa and Kelly Jo.
Memorials are preferred to St. Croix Hospice, Sartell.
Obituary and guest book available online at https://www.williamsdingmann.com.
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Private graveside services will be at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery in Sartell at a later date for Walter J. Schave, age 89, of Sartell, who died June 30, 2020, at his residence. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids.
Walter was born Feb. 19, 1931, to Walter and Mary (Sherer) Schave.  He married Irene Terres June 27, 1955, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud. Wally worked in the electrical department at the Sartell paper mill for 46 years. He enjoyed gardening, yard work, bird watching and spending time with his family. Wally was a humble man with a big heart and a witty sense of humor.
Survivors include his children, Jody (June) of Sartell, LoriJo (Garth) Turner of Sheridan, Wyoming, Brian (Brenda Schindler) of Wilmington, North Carolina; sister, Marie McKenzie of Sauk Rapids; brother, Donald of Sauk Rapids; grandchildren, Jeff, Tammy, Jacob, Rachel, Grant, Claire; great grandchildren, Casey, Camden, Naomi, Dylan, Caleb and Wesley. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Irene; son, Scott and sister, Marla Lahr.
Memorials are preferred to The Sartell Firefighter’s Relief Association.
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Mass of Christian Burial was 10:30 a.m. June 4, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Mary A. Vogt-Patton, age 76, who passed away May 21, 2020, at her home. The Rev. Thomas Olson officiated and burial was at the Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery near Little Falls. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Mary was born Nov. 10, 1943, in St. Cloud to Fredrich and Crescense (Terhaar) Vogt. She married Jerry Patton Sept. 4, 1984, at the Stearns County Courthouse. Mary lived her entire life in the St. Cloud area and worked as an inspector for Fingerhut for over 40 years. She was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud and a lifetime member of Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992 Auxiliary. She participated in the Foster Grandparent Program through Catholic Charities for 10 years and also volunteered at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center Chapel. Mary enjoyed boating, camping, animals, motorcycling and decorating for Christmas. She was loving, good hearted and was kind to everyone she met. Mary had a strong faith.
Mary is survived by her husband, Jerry of Sauk Rapids; son, Dale (Jennifer) Vogt of Sauk Rapids; brother and sister, Gary Vogt of St. Peter and Carol (Larry) Engele of St. Joseph; and grandchildren, Meagan Andert (Dan Schwartz) of St. Cloud, Dylan Vogt (Megan Schultz) of Sauk Rapids and Shane Andert of Sauk Rapids. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Gerald Vogt; sister, Bernetta Sendy; and three infant siblings.
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Mass of Christian Burial was 11 a.m. June 9 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids for John A. Adelman, Jr. who died June 4, 2020, at the Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Sauk Rapids. The Rev. Ralph Zimmerman officiated and burial was in the parish cemetery. Visitation was from 4-8 p.m. Monday at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids and one hour prior to the services Tuesday at the church. Parish prayers were at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
John was born Sept. 25, 1931, in Minden Township to John and Luella (Neary) Adelman Sr. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. John married Donna Marie Packert Dec. 27, 1958, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids. He worked at Franklin/Frigidaire for 46 years, retiring in 1996. John is a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council 11346 of Sauk Rapids, Sauk Rapids American Legion Post 254 and Sauk Rapids VFW Post 6992. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, photography and loved animals. John was a jokester and a tinkerer who could fix anything.
Survivors include his wife of over 61 years, Donna Marie of Sauk Rapids; daughters, Yvette Adelman-Dullinger of Pillager, Mariette of Sauk Rapids, Collette of Sauk Rapids, Lanette of Sauk Rapids, and Jolette of St. Cloud; brothers, Lester (Frances) of Rice and Kevin (Lora Lee) of Sauk Rapids. John is preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Kurt Dullinger; brothers, Clarence and Sylvester “Sy”; and sisters, Luella Jackels, Evelyn Opatz and infant sister, Donna Mae.
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Irene A. (Stangler) Wolbeck passed away at 7:30 a.m., May 24, 2020. God has called her home.
Irene was born April 2, 1928, at home in St. Rosa to Frank and Christina (Arnzen) Stangler.
She married Martin H. Wolbeck May 17, 1948. They lived in St. Cloud and Sartell all their married life.
She raised six children while working as a waitress at the Commodore in Sartell and 30 years at the Ace Bar in St. Cloud.
She enjoyed life, camping, music, her trips to the Sauk Rapids VFW to see her favorite bartenders, fishing, flowers and her birds. Her favorite holiday was Thanksgiving and celebrating with family at Pedros.
She is remembered by her family making all the kids their own favorite dessert (her famous chocolate cake or rice crispy bars). Many people remember her kindness as a waitress, and she received The Waitress of the Year award in 1996.
She was a member of St. Francis Church, Sartell, lifetime member of the Sauk Rapids VFW Auxiliary 6992 and lifetime member of the Sauk Rapids Legion Auxiliary 254.
She is survived by her children, Darlene (Mark) Lauderbaugh, Burnsville; Roger (Karen) Wolbeck, Royalton; Carol (Rob) MacLean, Clearwater, Florida; Jerry (Vicky) Wolbeck, Missouri; Allen (Betty) Wolbeck, Melrose; Donna (Joe) Gertken, Foley; 13 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren, brothers Ralph and Tom Stangler.
She was proceeded in death by the love of her life husband, Martin, who passed away Aug. 20, 2016; her brothers, Don, Norbert and Clarence; and her sisters, Margaret Paulson, Regina Bergman, Marie Heitzman and Alice Stangler.
A celebration of life will be at a later date.
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A celebration of life will be at a later date for Marilyn D. Beitz, 79, of Rice, who passed away at her home May 19, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Burial will be at Langola Cemetery in Rice. Arrangements are entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Marilyn was born March 21, 1941, in St. Cloud to Emmerid and Sarah (DeLong) Beack. She grew up in the St. Cloud area and married Robert Beitz May 10, 1963, in South Dakota. The couple made their home in Rice, raising three children. Marilyn was an incredible homemaker and worked various jobs throughout her life, but most notably, she worked at the Alamo Bar in Rice for many years, which brought many friendships into her life. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Marilyn also loved going to We Fest every year, trips to the ocean, going camping and heading to Mission, Texas, for the winter months. She liked to keep busy and loved being outside. Marilyn was happiest when she was at home with those she loved and was friendly, feisty and a natural caregiver. People gravitated toward her. She will be remembered for her kind and generous spirit, ability to socialize easily with others and her great hugs.
Survivors include her loving husband, Robert “Bob” of Rice; daughters, Michelle Beitz-Demery of Tennessee and Lisa (Tom) Anderson of Sauk Rapids; son-in-law, Scott Nelson of Brainerd; brothers, Charles “Charlie” (Starr) Beack of Waite Park and Leslie “Les” (Gena) Beack of St. Cloud; sister-in-law, Lucille “Lucy” Beack-Palmer of Rice; grandchildren, Michael, Jason, Sarah, Cody, Tyler, Drew, Rilie, Maggie and Taylor; and great grandchildren, Landon, Brayden and Aliya. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Julie Nelson in 2011; and brother, Melvin Beack.
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Mass of Christian Burial will be private for Rita Ann (Trutwin) Kampa, age 95, who passed away May 17, 2020, at Good Shepherd Community in Sauk Rapids. The Rev. Ralph Zimmerman will officiate and burial will be at Sacred Heart Cemetery, Sauk Rapids. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Rita was born June 13, 1924, in Royalton to Francis and Frances (Marshik) Trutwin. She married Aloys Michael Kulzer June 11, 1946, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Rice. They lived in Sauk Rapids and had six children. Rita married Raphael Kampa (Pat) April 23, 1960, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids. They lived in Sauk Rapids and had four children. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Christian Mothers, and was a den mother.
Rita was a resilient woman who enjoyed her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was an avid sewer (wedding gowns), upholstress, and painter. She liked reading and playing Scrabble. Rita loved the outdoors including gardening, bird watching and traveling to visit her kids. She enjoyed cooking, especially desserts, and could whip up a pie in 10 minutes.
Preceded in death by parents, Francis and Frances (Marshik) Trutwin; husbands, Aloys Kulzer and Raphael Kampa; siblings, Raymund, Regina Brooks, Mary Parent, Josephine Kaeter, Claude, and Joseph Trutwin; and children, Glenn and Keith Kulzer. Survived by siblings, Theresa Silvernail, Victor and Francis Trutwin; children, Louise (Steve Wilson), Darwin (Marcia Schaefer), Miles (Becky England), and Wayne (Sue Zwick) Kulzer, Raphael (Kathy Wolter), Russ (Erin Guthrie), Robin (Phillip Bautch), and Rodney (Geri Fitzpatrick) Kampa; 30 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
A special thank you to Good Shepherd Community Moonlight Bay for all the wonderful care given to Rita.
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A private family graveside service will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery for Nancy A. Legg, age 69, of Sauk Rapids, who died May 14, 2020, at her home in Sauk Rapids. The Rev. Ralph Zimmerman will officiate. A celebration of life will be at a later date when it is safe for family and friends to gather. Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, St. Cloud.
Nancy was born in St. Cloud on March 21, 1951, to Harold and Gertrude (Lintgen) Kunkel. She married Jim Legg on July 21, 1982, at the Stearns County Court House in St. Cloud. She was a seamstress for Stearns Manufacturing in Sauk Rapids for several years. Nancy also worked at Pleasantview Elementary School in Sauk Rapids as a playground supervisor.  She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sauk Rapids. Nancy was a very involved member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary Aerie #622, St. Cloud where she first became a member in 1975. Nancy was the State Auxiliary President in 2006 and was also a part of the Ritual Team.  She enjoyed playing card games and Highlights books with her grandchildren and doing crossword puzzles.  Nancy made the best cookies and banana bread and was a great cook all around! She was always so caring and loved everyone, she would be sure to give everyone and anyone HUGS to prove it!
Nancy is survived by her son, Mike Plachecki of Sauk Rapids, daughter, Jessica Legg (Brady Petersen) of St. Cloud; grandchildren, Brent Legg and Ashley Pilarski of St. Cloud; brothers, Ken (Ellie) Kunkel of Rockville, Duane (Donna) Kunkel of St. Cloud; sister-in-law, Ardith Inmann of Texas; many nieces and nephews and a few people who were just plain special to Nancy, Joe Pilarski, Tammy Bennet, and Shawma Schreifels and her son, Anthony Jones.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jim, February 13, 2002; and her grandparents.
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A Celebration of Life will be at a later date for Jean “Jeannie” Peterson, age 74, of Sartell, who stepped into eternity on May 9, 2020, after facing multiple sclerosis head on for over 30 years.
Jean was born July 14, 1945, to Jalmer and Vienna Lindgren in Grand Rapids. Her childhood and early married years were spent in her beloved hometown of Bovey. Like most Iron Rangers, Jeannie’s tremendous pride of her hometown of Bovey, “Home of the Picture Grace,” was obvious within minutes of meeting her. She had many stories of her Bovey life and her infectious smile made it apparent how much she adored her Finlander roots.
Jean married Daniel Peterson Oct. 23, 1965, in Bovey. They spent their early married years in Duluth where Jean graduated from University of Minnesota Duluth with a degree in teaching. They enjoyed their years in Duluth socializing while making lifelong friendships.
In 1976, Dan, Jean and their three children moved to Sartell where they bought their dream home on the river. Many early morning coffee boat rides and socializing (once again) on the “Peterson Sandbar” were just a few of the things Jean enjoyed about her life in Via Riviera. Jean also enjoyed as much time as possible at their cabin on Island Lake where many memories were made with family and friends.
Jean was employed by the Sartell-St. Stephen School District as the gifted and talented teacher (a program she founded) and later as a classroom teacher. She enjoyed working with the students and watching them thrive through their schooling years. Jean was active in her church choir at Celebration Lutheran Church and loved to hum along while making her way through a day.
Somewhere in the 1980s Jean was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. She made it clear her diagnosis was not going to control her life and was determined to stay independent as long as possible.  Jean kept herself active with her book club friends, her YMCA MS group, her children and grandchildren. These were her ways to battle this incurable disease.
Jeannie was described as a person whose, “positivity was infectious.” We couldn’t say it better.  We love you Mom and will miss you every day.
Jean is survived by her three children, Kris (Scott) Schlichting of Rice, Jay (Shelley) Peterson of Clear Lake, and Jill (Jason) Dekarske of Otsego. Her adored five grandchildren Jordan Schlichting, Jerad Schlichting, McKenzie Peterson, Daniel Peterson and Clara Dekarske, her beloved friend Sue Hansen, brothers Robert (Jayne) Lindgren of Estero, Florida. and Don (Judy) Lindgren of Estero, Florida., sister in-law Diane Jasper, the caring women who watched over her every day, nieces, nephews and so many dear friends.
Jean is preceded in death by her devoted husband Dan of 52 years, her parents, sister Janice, brother in-laws Bradley Eilertson and Joe Jasper.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home, Sauk Rapids.
Obituary and guest book available online at www.williamsdingmann.com
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