Shirley A. Hiltner, age 81 of Melrose, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle with cancer on Friday, January 2, 2026 at the Cura Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. A private inurnment will be held at Morningside Memorial Gardens in Coon Rapids. Shirley Ann Bueckers was born September 14, 1944 in Albany Township, … [Read more...] about Shirley A. Hiltner
Obituaries
Obituaries
Jeffrey J. Tschida
Jeffrey J. “Jeff” Tschida, age 69 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at home in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Monday, January 5 at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Kevin Soenneker officiating. Inurnment will be in St. Bernard’s Cemetery in Ward … [Read more...] about Jeffrey J. Tschida
Minnesota DNR recognizes 9 conservation officers for lifesaving efforts
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Enforcement Division recently recognized nine conservation officers for their lifesaving efforts in the past few months. The COs receiving lifesaving awards are: Matt Brodin, Brainerd area Levi Brown, Staples area Nick Bruesewitz, Karlstad area Emily Douvier, Morris area Coby Fontes, Warroad area Jake Homan, Alexandria … [Read more...] about Minnesota DNR recognizes 9 conservation officers for lifesaving efforts
Joan Bernice Breth
Joan Bernice Breth, née Loecken, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025 at home, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and quiet strength. She was a devoted family member, a loyal friend, and a steady presence in the lives of all who knew her. She is survived by her husband Thomas Breth, son Russel Eiynk (Blake Turner), son Matt Breth (Audra Keener), … [Read more...] about Joan Bernice Breth
Marilyn Jean Lund
Marilyn Jean (Winje) Lund, age 92, of Fridley, passed away December 20, 2025, in Fridley, MN. A devoted wife who is now at peace with her husband who passed May 2025. They are together again in heaven. Preceded in death by husband of 69 years, Richard “Dick” Lund; grandchildren, Joseph Mark Ervasti and Ryanne Aileen Lund; parents, Herb and Ida; siblings, twin sister Marguerite … [Read more...] about Marilyn Jean Lund





