Memorial services for Joyce M. Greischar, 81, of Fairmont, MN, will be Friday, September 3, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Burial will be held in the Lakeside Cemetery in Fairmont, MN, following a luncheon at the Lakeview Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday, September 2, 2010, from 4:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home. Joyce passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at the Valley Vue Care Center in Armstrong, IA. The Lakeview Funeral Home of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements. 
(more...)]]> Joyce M. Greischar, 81, of Fairmont, MN

Memorial services for Joyce M. Greischar, 81, of Fairmont, MN, will be Friday, September 3, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Burial will be held in the Lakeside Cemetery in Fairmont, MN, following a luncheon at the Lakeview Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday, September 2, 2010, from 4:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home. Joyce passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2010, at the Valley Vue Care Center in Armstrong, IA. The Lakeview Funeral Home of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.  Joyce M. (Dahl) Greischar was born on May 16, 1929, in East Chain Township, MN, the daughter of John William and Marie Katherine (Hendricksen) Dahl. As a young girl, Joyce attended school in East Chain and graduated from East Chain Consolidated High School. Following her graduation, Joyce attended Mankato State University where she attained her Teaching Certificate. Her love of education continued as throughout the years she took many continuing education classes at Jackson Vocational College in Jackson, MN.  On August 4, 1950, Joyce was united in marriage to Gerald Leonard Greischar at the East Chain Lutheran Church in East Chain, MN, this year they were blessed to celebrate 60 years of marriage. Together the couple made their home in Swea City, IA, and later Fairmont, MN. To this union three sons were born, Jeffrey, David, and Paul.  Joyce worked as a teacher in Swea City, IA, and also as a teacher in the Fairmont School District. She also worked as a Nurses Aide at the Fairmont Community Hospital in Fairmont and as a Counselor at REM in Fairmont.  In her spare time, Joyce treasured quiet time spent weaving and knitting and working on her watercolor paintings. She was very active as a Den Mother for Pack 56 of the Cub Scouts when her sons were young. Joyce was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Fairmont where she helped with Women’s Group and also taught Sunday School. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Fairmont. Family was very important to Joyce and she cherish any opportunity to watch her children and grandchildren excel in their endeavors. Her classy and gracious kindness will be greatly missed by those that loved her and called her friend.  Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Gerald Leonard Greischar of Fairmont, MN; three sons, Jeffrey Greischar and his wife, Susan of Fairmont, MN, David Greischar and his wife, Chris of Crosslake, MN, and Paul Greischar and his wife Kim of Fairmont, MN; six grandchildren, Vana, Laurel, Shauna, Jerod, Ross, and Lori; one brother, David Dahl and his wife, Janice; a sister-in-law, Leona Dahl; brother-in-law, Dennis Greischar; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, Joyce is preceded in death by two sisters, Henrietta Johnson and Signe Jorgensen; two brothers, Fred Dahl and Andrew Dahl; two brothers-in-law, Cliff Johnson and Hans Jorgensen; and one sister-in-law, Jean Dahl.

John H. Kroon, 87, of Fairmont, MN

Services for John H. Kroon, 87, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, September 3, at Fairmont Baptist Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. A private family burial will take place at a later date in Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD with full military honors. John passed away on Sunday morning, August 29, 2010, at the Fairmont Medical Center. The Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont
(more...)]]> John H. Kroon, 87, of Fairmont, MN

Services for John H. Kroon, 87, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Friday, September 3, at Fairmont Baptist Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. A private family burial will take place at a later date in Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, SD with full military honors. John passed away on Sunday morning, August 29, 2010, at the Fairmont Medical Center. The Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.  John Herman Kroon, son of John and Fennigji (Prium) Kroon, was born on August 17, 1923, in Boyden, IA. He was baptized as an infant in the Christian Reform Church. He received his education in Boyden area country school. The family moved to Steen, MN, when John was 13 years old. John later furthered his education at West Mar College in Le Mars, IA.  John enlisted in the United States Navy on December 21, 1943. He became an accomplished organist and would play for Navy church services. John achieved the rank of Storekeeper V Third Class and received an honorable discharge on May 13, 1946.  On February 10, 1949, John was united in marriage to Janelle Bartels in Luverne, MN. This union was blessed with two children, Roger and David. The couple resided in the Luverne area before moving to Sheldon, IA, in 1951. In 1957, they moved to Fairmont, MN, where John was employed as a manager at Walnut Grove Feed. He later worked as a truck driver for Peerless Laundry until his retirement in 1985. John and Janelle shared sixty one years together before Janelle passed away on July 12, 2010.  John accepted Jesus Christ as his lord and savior and was baptized at First Baptist Church in Sibley, IA, after he and Janelle were married. They attended the Fairmont Baptist Church.  John and Janelle attended a Navy reunion in Farrigot, ID, for several years. John was a life member of the Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222. During his free time John enjoyed gardening, giving piano lessons and photography that included portraits and home movies.  Left to cherish his memory include his sons, Roger Kroon and his wife Lynn, of Fairmont, and David Kroon and his wife Deb, of Fairmont; grandchildren, Randy Kroon and Lori, of Fairmont, Terry Kroon of Smyrna, GA, Carrie Kroon of El Cerrito, CA, Micky Kroon and Shaileen, of Groton, CT, and Derek Kroon of Fairmont; great grandchildren, Haley, Cameron, Kaleb, Travis and Trevor Kroon; brother, Dick Kroon of Salt Lake City, UT; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Along with his parents, John and Fennigji Kroon, John was preceded in death by his wife, Janelle Kroon; twin brother, Herman Kroon; brothers, Edward Kroon and Louie Kroon; and an infant brother, Ed and sister.  Memorials are preferred to Fairmont Baptist Church or Lakeview Methodist Health Services Foundation.

Lyle Steinbeck, 94, of Adams, MN, formerly of Austin, MN

Funeral services for Lyle Steinbeck, 94, of Adams, MN, formerly of Austin, MN, will be 10:00 A.M.,Wednesday, September 1, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Burial following the service at the Lakeside Cemetery in Fairmont. Visitation will be one hour prior to the time of service beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Lyle passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams,
(more...)]]> Lyle Steinbeck, 94, of Adams, MN, formerly of Austin, MN

Funeral services for Lyle Steinbeck, 94, of Adams, MN, formerly of Austin, MN, will be 10:00 A.M.,Wednesday, September 1, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Burial following the service at the Lakeside Cemetery in Fairmont. Visitation will be one hour prior to the time of service beginning at 9:00 a.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Lyle passed away on Monday, August 30, 2010, at the Adams Health Care Center in Adams, MN. The Lakeview Funeral Home of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.  Lyle Charles Steinbeck was born on May 7, 1916, in Fenton, IA, the son of Charles and Anna Marie (Boevers) Steinbeck. As a young boy, Lyle attended school in Fenton and was baptized and confirmed at the United Methodist Church in Fenton.  Lyle had a love of farming and as a young man; he helped area farmers working the land with teams of horses. In 1948, Lyle moved to northern Minnesota where he bought a farm with the aspiration of becoming a logger. After a couple of years, Lyle returned home to the Fairmont area where he worked on various farms before purchasing his farm near Lansing, MN. In 1998, Lyle had his farm sale and moved to Austin.  Lyle was a hard working man who loved the outdoors and working with his hands. Working the land over the years with numerous teams of horses brought him great joy and he continued that love of horses by raising draft horses and providing hay rides in the summer and sleigh rides in the winter. He loved working with wood and sawing his own boards from the trees he would cut down. Lyle looked forward to farm auctions and attending area threshing bee’s. Anything to do with farming was interesting to Lyle and in the late summer he could be found at a county fair usually in the draft horse section. His sense of humor and love of life will be greatly missed by all those that cherished his friendship.  Left to cherish his memory are his nieces and nephews, John Planting of Fairmont, MN, Lyle Planting and his wife, Marlene of New Hope, MN, Don Planting and his wife, Julie of Fairmont, MN, Naomi Schmidt and her husband, Norman of Albert Lea, MN, Janice Graham and her husband, John of Stanchfield, MN, Sue Fink and her husband, Wally of Albert Lea, MN, Peggy Newville and her husband Tom of Fairmont, MN, and Hazel Planting of Osakas, MN; as well as many other extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Lyle is preceded in death by a sister, Myra Planting; brother-in-law, John Planting; and a nephew, Wayne Planting.

Gladys M. Spee, 91, of Fairmont, MN

Funeral services for Gladys M. Spee, 91, of Fairmont, MN will be 1:30 P.M. Thursday, September 2, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fairmont. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park in Fairmont.  Gladys passed away Sunday evening, August 29, 2010 at the Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center in Fairmont. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 1, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont and one hour prior to the service at the church
(more...)]]> Gladys M. Spee, 91, of Fairmont, MN

Funeral services for Gladys M. Spee, 91, of Fairmont, MN will be 1:30 P.M. Thursday, September 2, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fairmont. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park in Fairmont.  Gladys passed away Sunday evening, August 29, 2010 at the Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center in Fairmont. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 1, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.  Gladys Marie Rave was born on January 17, 1919 in Fairmont, MN, the daughter of Charles and Sophie (Rosenberg) Rave. Gladys attended school in Fairmont and graduated from the Fairmont High School in 1937. After her schooling she took care of her mother who was ill. She was united in marriage to Donald Spee on April 1, 1945 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Fairmont. They farmed in Fairmont Township for many years and Gladys worked at the Fairmont High School as a cook. They moved into Fairmont in 1980 and Gladys retired in January of 1981. Gladys was active in St. Paul Lutheran Church and Clara Circle, Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222 Auxiliary, Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 Auxiliary, Eastside Farm Club, retired cooks group and the City of Lakes Garden Club. She also volunteered for the Fairmont Community Hospital Auxiliary and the Lutheran Retirement Home Auxiliary in Truman. Gladys had a special love for her family, baking, vegetable gardens and raising African Violets.  Those that will cherish her memory include, her husband of sixty five years, Donald Spee of Fairmont; three children, Joan Luedtke and her husband, Russ, of Fairmont, Donna Maday and her husband, Larry, of Fairmont, Roger Spee and his wife, Linda, of Rochester; six grandchildren, Rustin Luedtke (Andrea), Ryan Luedtke, Daniel Maday, Sara Johnson (Nick), Evan Spee and Laura Spee; two great grandchildren, Alix and Rachel Luedtke; sister-in-law, Esther Spee of Fairmont; nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Gladys was also preceded in death by one brother, Melvin Rave; sisters-in-law, Marie Spee, Irene Spee and Inez Jones; brothers-in-law, Norman Spee and Earle Jones.

Kenneth L. Schaal, 74, of Fairmont, MN

Services for Kenneth L. Schaal, 74, of Fairmont, MN will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday, August 28, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Welcome with Rev. Eugene Anderson officiating. Burial with full military honors by the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 and the Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222 will follow at Fairview Memorial Park in Fairmont.  Kenneth passed away Tuesday morning, August 24, 2010 at the Fairmont Medical
(more...)]]> Kenneth L. Schaal, 74, of Fairmont, MN

Services for Kenneth L. Schaal, 74, of Fairmont, MN will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday, August 28, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Welcome with Rev. Eugene Anderson officiating. Burial with full military honors by the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 and the Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222 will follow at Fairview Memorial Park in Fairmont.  Kenneth passed away Tuesday morning, August 24, 2010 at the Fairmont Medical Center. Visitation will be 5:00 – 8:00 P.M. Friday, August 27 at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont and one hour prior to the service at the church on Saturday.  Kenneth Lee Schaal was born on January 4, 1936 in Guckeen, MN, the son of Vernon and Nondus (Barker) Schaal. He went to school in Guckeen, Blue Earth and then graduated from Granada High School in 1953. After high school he was drafted into the U.S. Army and served from January of 1955 until October of 1956. After the army he came back to Granada and farmed with his father. He married Delores Howerter in 1954 and were later divorced. Besides farming with his father, Ken also worked at the Guckeen Elevator. On February 24, 1962 he was united in marriage to Velma Engstrom. At that time Ken worked at 3M in Fairmont and then Johnny’s Plumbing and Heating. He then entered into a partnership that started A-OK Plumbing, Heating and Cooling. In 1985 he sold his share of A-OK and worked out of Madelia at Feder’s Plumbing and Heating. He retired in 1994. Ken loved to work with his hands which included lawn work, gardening and flowers. He enjoyed boating, horses and taking care of his father before he passed away. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Welcome and the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 in Fairmont.  Those that will cherish his memory include his wife, Velma Schaal of Fairmont; six children, Kenneth Schaal and special friend, Kim, of Oakdale, MN, LeAnn Temple and her husband, Jeff, of Woodbury, Dawn Gray and her husband, Kendall, of Fairmont, DeLon Schaal and his wife, Brenda, of David City, NE, Rhonda Oechsle and her husband, Todd, of Welcome, Shawn Hartmann and her husband, Terry, of Janesville, MN; thirteen grandchildren, Tina (Darin), Kasey (Ryan), Clint (Katie), Clay (Josie), Danielle (Mark), Dustin (Rachel), Dana, Jesse (Kelley), Jamie, Kelly (Henry), Brent (Renee), Kristen and Kendra; sixteen great grandchildren; one sister, Sharon Rathman and her husband, John, of Breezy Point, MN; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jerry and Joan Engstrom of St. James, MN, Janice Munt of Rush City, MN , John and Marie Engstrom of Dunnell, MN; nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Nondus Schaal; one nephew, Mark Will; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Don and Helen Engstrom; one niece, DeAnna Engstrom.

Phyllis J. Theobald, 81, of Huntley, MN

Funeral services for Phyllis J. Theobald, 81, of Huntley, MN, will be Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Fairmont, MN. Burial will take place following the service in the Center Creek Cemetery near Granada, MN. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 24, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Phyllis passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2010, at the United District Hospital in
(more...)]]> Phyllis J. Theobald, 81, of Huntley, MN

Funeral services for Phyllis J. Theobald, 81, of Huntley, MN, will be Wednesday, August 25, 2010, at 1:30 p.m. at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Fairmont, MN. Burial will take place following the service in the Center Creek Cemetery near Granada, MN. Visitation will be Tuesday, August 24, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Phyllis passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2010, at the United District Hospital in Blue Earth, MN.  Phyllis June (Hardt) Theobald was born on April 23, 1929, in Ledyard, IA, the daughter of Charles W. and Clara (Brandt) Hardt. Phyllis grew up in Pilot Grove, MN, and began her education in Ledyard, IA, and later attended school in East Chain graduating from East Chain High School in 1948. In 1949, Phyllis was married to Everett Kelly Jr.  On April 14, 1963, Phyllis was united in marriage to Maurice “Blackie” Theobald Sr. in Sioux Falls, SD. The couple would later renew their vows to one another at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Fairmont, MN. Phyllis and Maurice made their home in Huntley and raised five children together.  Phyllis was an extremely hard worker and took great pride in helping to provide for her family. She worked for many years at Sterling Drug where she met many people who she became life long friends with. Phyllis also worked at Monty’s and the 1896 Restaurant.  In her spare time, Phyllis enjoyed traveling and taking special trips with friends to Las Vegas. She cherished time spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and often made calls to check on them to make sure they were doing well and safe. New photos of their life achievements as they grew up were very special to her. Phyllis looked forward to quiet time listening to music, watching movies, or playing cards. She will be greatly missed by those that loved her and called her their friend.  Left to cherish her memory is her husband, Maurice “Blackie” Theobald Sr. of Huntley, MN; children, Cheryl Tabatt and her husband, Warren of Fairmont, MN, Maurice “Butch” Theobald Jr. and his wife Jo of Granada, MN, Barbara Kelly of Huntley, MN, Colin C. Kelly of Ceylon, MN, and Launa Hilbert and her husband, Tim of Hartley, IA; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-three great-grandchildren; two brothers, Vernon Hardt and his wife, Helen of Fairmont, MN, and Jerald Hardt and his wife, Marilyn of Fairmont, MN; one sister-in-law, Martha Senf of Yereka, CA; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, Phyllis is preceded in death by an infant son; a brother, Lowell Hardt; a son-in-law Willis Shumski; as well as several extended family members.

Lorraine M. Becker, 85, of Fairmont, MN

Memorial services for Lorraine M. Becker, 85, of Fairmont, MN, will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 23, 2010, at the St. James Lutheran Church in Northrop. Burial will follow the service in the St. James Lutheran Cemetery rural Northrop.  Visitation will be Sunday, August 22, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont, MN.. Lorraine passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010, at the Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center in Fairmont. 
(more...)]]> Lorraine M. Becker, 85, of Fairmont, MN

Memorial services for Lorraine M. Becker, 85, of Fairmont, MN, will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 23, 2010, at the St. James Lutheran Church in Northrop. Burial will follow the service in the St. James Lutheran Cemetery rural Northrop.  Visitation will be Sunday, August 22, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont, MN.. Lorraine passed away on Thursday, August 19, 2010, at the Lakeview Methodist Health Care Center in Fairmont.  Lorraine Margaret Rose (Hendricksen) Becker was born on May 31, 1925, in Nashville, Township, Martin County, MN, the daughter of Edward and Pauline (Buckholz) Hendricksen and was baptized in her home shortly after birth. Lorraine attended country school in Nashville Township. On April 10, 1947, Lorraine was united in marriage to George Becker and after 63 years of marriage, Lorraine has gone to her heavenly home.  Left to cherish her memory is her husband, George Becker of Fairmont; five children, Galen Becker of Buffalo, MN, Gene Becker and his wife, Candy, of Granada, Glenn Becker of Granada, Drusilla Egeness and her husband, Albert, of Truman, LuAnn Jewell of St. Augustine, FL; twelve grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Laverna Boler of Winnebago; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. Rudy Hendricksen and Mrs. Eddie Hendricksen, both of Truman; one brother-in-law, Marvin Voelker of Truman; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, Edward and Pauline Hendricksen; Lorraine is preceded in death by a son-in-law, Bill Jewell; five brothers, Raymond Hendricksen, Gilbert Hendriksen, Eldor Hendriksen, Rudy Hendricksen, and Eddie Hendricksen; and two sisters, Delores Knuth and Eleanor Voelker.

Maynard “Doc” Studer, 80, of Fairmont, MN

Mass of Christian Burial for Maynard “Doc” Studer, 80, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 21, at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Fairmont. Visitation will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Fairmont with military honors by the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 and Martin County V.F.W. Post
(more...)]]> Maynard “Doc” Studer, 80, of Fairmont, MN

Mass of Christian Burial for Maynard “Doc” Studer, 80, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 21, at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Fairmont. Visitation will be held from 9:00 to 11:00 A.M. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery in Fairmont with military honors by the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 and Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222. Maynard passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday evening, August 17, 2010, in Fairmont. The Lakeview Funeral Home of Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.  Maynard “Doc” F. Studer was born on May 5, 1930, in Sherburn, MN, the son of Ralph and Rose (Liebfried) Studer. He attended school in Sherburn and graduated from Sherburn High School. Following his education, Maynard enlisted with the United States Air Force. Upon receiving his honorable discharge, Maynard returned home to Minnesota.  On February 22, 1954, Maynard was united in marriage to MaryJane Haraldson at the St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Sherburn. Together Maynard and MaryJane made their home in Sherburn until 1960 when the couple then moved to Fairmont. To this union one daughter was born, Cheryl.  Maynard worked for 30 years as a agricultural pilot in Arkansas and Texas. He also worked for the telephone company and Breen Implement in Fairmont during the Winter months. In 1991, Maynard retired and he and MaryJane moved to Arizona returning home to Minnesota to be closer to family after being diagnosed with cancer.  Maynard was full of life and he enjoyed living it to the fullest. He loved flying planes and traveling around the country. He cherished memories made over the years flying with his friends and treasured time spent with his family telling jokes and stories about his experiences. His zest for life will be greatly missed by those that loved him and called him friend.  Left to cherish his memory is his wife, MaryJane Studer of Fairmont, MN; daughter, Cheryl Dietz and her husband, Mike of Fairmont, MN; grandchildren, Chris Dietz, Craig Dietz, and Katie Hanson and her husband, Marc; one great grandson, Carter Hanson; sister-in-law., Ronnie Studer, as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. In addition to his parents, Ralph and Rose Studer; Maynard is preceded in death by an infant son and a brother Charles Studer.

Mark L. Krumholz, 88, of Fairmont, MN

Memorial service for Mark L. Krumholz, 88, of Fairmont, MN will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Burial of ashes will follow at Calvary Cemetery with full military honors by the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 and the Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222.  Mark died Sunday afternoon, August 15, 2010 as a result of a automobile accident. Visitation
(more...)]]> Mark L. Krumholz, 88, of Fairmont, MN

Memorial service for Mark L. Krumholz, 88, of Fairmont, MN will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont. Burial of ashes will follow at Calvary Cemetery with full military honors by the Lee C. Prentice American Legion Post 36 and the Martin County V.F.W. Post 1222.  Mark died Sunday afternoon, August 15, 2010 as a result of a automobile accident. Visitation will be 9:00 – 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the Lakeview Funeral Home.  Mark Louis Krumholz was born on May 4, 1922 in Fairmont, MN, the son of Jacob and Anna (Haeckel) Krumholz. Mark farmed with his family until entering the U.S. Navy in September of 1942 and served 3 ½ years aboard the USS North Carolina Battleship. He was united in marriage to Ardella Scheff in Burbank, CA on January 14, 1947. This union was blessed with five children. Mark worked at 3M in Fairmont for twenty years and worked as a carpenter and his greatest joy was woodworking. Mark and Ardella shared fifty five years together and Ardella passed away on February 9, 2002.  He is survived by four children, Carol Garletz and her husband, Kim, of Winnebago, MN, Barbara Sukalski and her husband, Melvin, of Fairmont, Gary Krumholz and his wife, Patti, of Fairmont, and Richard Krumholz and his wife, Holly, of Golden, CO; eight grandchildren, Brandon Sukalski, Annalee Garletz, Jay Sukalski (Miranda), Matt Krumholz, Jill Sukalski, Joey Garletz, Maggie and Alex Krumholz; one great granddaughter, Grace Garletz; one brother, Leo Krumholz of Fairmont; sisters-in-law, Virginia Krumholz of CA, Irene Daleske of Welcome, Valera Meyer and her husband, LeRoy, of Sherburn, Susie Scheff of Marcell, MN; brothers-in-law, Frank Scheff and his wife, Betty, of Fairmont, Leonard Scheff and his wife, Lylas, of Fairmont; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Mark was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ardella; one daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Rick Krahmer; seven brothers and sisters, Mary Ann Sullivan, Florence Zeimer, Lucy Hagen, Ted Krumholz, Robert and Raymond Krumholz, Thomas Krumholz; other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

A private family memorial service for Sharon K. Konrad, 68, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at a later date. Sharon passed away on Friday, August 13, 2010, after a year long struggle with cancer. Her passing was peaceful and she was surrounded by her family.  Sharon was born on September 27, 1941 in Windom, MN, to Helmer and Verna (Gottfried) Olson. She married Bill Konrad, her high school sweetheart on November 2, 1957. They lived briefly in Mankato and Brainerd before settling in Fairmont in 1963. She was a devoted and
(more...)]]> Sharon K. Konrad, 68, of Fairmont, MN

A private family memorial service for Sharon K. Konrad, 68, of Fairmont, MN, will be held at a later date. Sharon passed away on Friday, August 13, 2010, after a year long struggle with cancer. Her passing was peaceful and she was surrounded by her family.  Sharon was born on September 27, 1941 in Windom, MN, to Helmer and Verna (Gottfried) Olson. She married Bill Konrad, her high school sweetheart on November 2, 1957. They lived briefly in Mankato and Brainerd before settling in Fairmont in 1963. She was a devoted and loving mother to her three children, and later an equally devoted and loving grandmother to nine grandchildren.  Sharon loved animals and would go to great lengths to make sure the birds, squirrels, and stray cats around her home were well fed. She enjoyed being outdoors and took frequent long walks around the lakes and parks of Fairmont. She was kind and generous and those who knew her will miss her terribly.  Sharon is survived by her husband Bill Konrad of Fairmont; son, Chris Konrad and his wife, Laurie of Bellevue, NE; daughter, Tami Holland and her husband, Randy of Fairmont; daughter, Suzanne Hayes of Fairmont; nine grandchildren, Eric, Zachary, and Christina Konrad of Bellevue, NE, Emily Noah and Sam Holland, and Jessica, Ben, and Johnny Hayes all of Fairmont; and her sister, Miriam Swanson of Anchorage, AK.  Her family would like to express deep gratitude to the Fairmont Medical Center Home Care and Hospice team for their outstanding service and support. The Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont is assisting the family with arrangements.