Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week 2012 is April 16-20, with two statewide tornado drills on Thursday, April 19 at 1:45 p.m. and 6:55 p.m. This annual public event is designed to remind individuals, families, businesses, schools, and institutions that it’s essential to plan ahead for Minnesota’s severe spring and summer weather. An informed, involved community is more … [Read more...] about Minnesota severe weather awareness week – April 16-20
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Leonard H. Kopka, 86, Albany, MN
February 7, 1926 ~ April 4, 2012 Leonard Hyacinth Kopka, age 86, Albany, MN, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at the St. Cloud Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 13, 2012 at 10:30 AM at Church of All Saints St. Mary, Holdingford, MN. Visitation will be Thursday, April 12, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the church in Holdingford and one hour prior to the … [Read more...] about Leonard H. Kopka, 86, Albany, MN
Mary Ann Molitor (Osendorf), 84, Melrose, MN
Mary Ann Molitor (Osendorf) age 84, of Melrose, MN passed away peacefully April 6, 2012. Mary Ann was born and raised in Melrose, MN. She and her husband Don owned and operated Chick's Riverside Tavern for over 40 years. Mary Ann enjoyed cooking, baking, entertaining, shopping, listening to music and was an avid reader. She had a passion for animals and was always willing to … [Read more...] about Mary Ann Molitor (Osendorf), 84, Melrose, MN
Everett “Archie” Johannes, 57, Sobieski MN
Everett “Archie” Johannes, a resident of Sobieski, passed away Friday, March 30, 2012, at his home. A memorial service was held Monday, April 9, at the Shelley-Gibson Funeral Chapel in Swanville. Everett ‘Archie’ Johannes was born Aug. 2, 1954, in Little Falls, to the late Roy and Eileen Johannes. He grew up in the Swanville area and graduated from Swanville High School … [Read more...] about Everett “Archie” Johannes, 57, Sobieski MN
Debera “Debbie” Cichon, 58, Swanville, MN
Debera “Debbie” Cichon, age 58, of Swanville, MN, passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2012 at her home. Services will be private. Debera “Debbie” Ann Winters was born on July 31, 1953, in Yuba City, California to the late Floyd & Donna Winters. She grew up in California and following her schooling, worked as a waitress. While living in Reno, Nevada, Debbie met and married … [Read more...] about Debera “Debbie” Cichon, 58, Swanville, MN