Obituaries

Andrew “Andy” Seifert, born on September 3, 1977 passed away June 26, 2025. Andy was preceded in death by his parents John Seifert and Linda Wershing, also by his dear wife, Michele Seifert. He will be missed by his sister, Nicole and her family, along with his many friends. Andy spent the majority of his adult life cooking in local restaurants. He was good at what he did … [Read more...] about Andrew “Andy” Seifert

Elizabeth Ann “Liz” Haberman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully just before 11:00 p.m. on June 27, 2025, with her husband at her side. She spent the last week of her life surrounded by her children, grandchildren, sister, brother-in-law, and close friends. Liz was born on March 3, 1938, in Holdingford, Minnesota, to Ambrose and … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Ann Haberman

Kenneth Gene Fischer, known to many as “Fish” or “Fishy,” passed away on June 16, 2025, at the age of 66, as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident involving a deer. Born on February 26, 1959, in Sauk Centre, Minnesota, to Edmund and Dolores (Schunk) Fischer, Kenny lived a life marked by unyielding determination, strong hands, and a heart always ready to … [Read more...] about Kenneth Gene Fischer

Our beloved mother, sister and friend Jennie Hiltner, 99, passed away on June 30, 2025 with family at her side and the rising morning Sun glistening in the window. She lived in faith, loved family and shared a feast of life. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 3 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Freeport with Rev. Daniel Walz officiating. … [Read more...] about Genevieve “Jennie” Hiltner

Mary Ann O. Butkowski, age 98 of Melrose, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Cura Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 3 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Mitchell Bechtold officiating. Interment will be in the parish cemetery. The Mass will be … [Read more...] about Mary Ann O. Butkowski