Obituaries

Jan 3, 2025

Adele Schoenfeld Harlow, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025, after a heroic battle with cancer. She lived her final days in Mankato receiving hospice care, surrounded by dozens of family and friends.

Adele was born January 10, 1971, in New Orleans, Louisiana. She grew up in New Orleans attending K-12 school at The Academy of the Sacred Heart. After high...

Jan 2, 2025

Judy Koenen, age 90, of Mankato, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato.

Celebration of Judy’s life will be held at 11am, Saturday, January 18, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church in Mankato with visitation starting at 9:30am. Following the service, food and fellowship will be held in the lower level of church. Burial will follow...

Jan 2, 2025

RaeNita Marie Austad, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2025, at the age of 86.

Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., January 11, 2025, at Mankato Mortuary, Mankato, MN. Visitation will be from 9:30-11 a.m., Saturday. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Mankato, MN.

In lieu of flowers, memorial are preferred to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org

RaeNita was born December...

Jan 1, 2025

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Steven Richard Nelson, who dedicated 10 years of service to his country in the US Navy. Steven departed this world on the 1st of January 2025.

A memorial service for Steve will be at St. Peter and Paul's Church in Mankato on Friday, January 24th at 11:00a.m. The service will be followed by...

Jan 1, 2025

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Dana was born on June 15, 1963, in Wells, MN to Byron and Norma Goodrich. She was raised on the family farm along with her brothers and sister in rural Easton, MN. She attended 1st through 8th grade at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Easton. She graduated from Delavan High School in...

Dec 31, 2024

Dorothy Jean Jensen (Ferguson) was born on December 15, 1930, to Donald and Betsy Ferguson in Luverne, MN. Dorothy went home to be with Jesus on December 31, 2024.

Dorothy enjoyed tending her beautiful flower gardens, dancing along to Elvis, and many performances at Bethany Lutheran College.

Dorothy is survived by son Steve (Gail) Jensen, daughter Karen Roeschlein, son Robert (Debbie) Jensen,...

Dec 31, 2024

Marlene Mae Holtz, age 79 of Stewart, died December 31, 2024 at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson. 

A Memorial Service will be held at Noon on Saturday, January 11, 2025 at the Community Center in Stewart. Visitation and lunch will take place following the service until 2pm. Interment will be at a later date in the Lakeside Cemetery in Stewart. 

Marlene...

Dec 30, 2024

Darold C. Rupp, age 83, died Monday, December 30th, 2024, at the Pillars of Mankato. Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 24, 2025 at Northview-North Mankato Mortuary, 2060 Commerce Drive with visitation at 10:00 a.m.

Darold was born to Clayton and Emma Rupp in Tracy, Minnesota. After graduating from Tracy High School he attended Augsburg College...

Dec 30, 2024

Lyle Lynn Kettner, age 73, of rural Nicollet, died Monday, December 30, 2024 at The Pillars in Mankato.

Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Northview – North Mankato Mortuary. Visitation will be one hour before the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Our Savior’s Lutheran Music Fund or Moments Hospice.

Lyle was born...

Dec 30, 2024

William O. Penkert, age 74, of Nicollet, died on Monday, December 30, 2024 at his home. 

Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Northview-North Mankato Mortuary. Visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 on Monday at Northview. Interment will be at Minneopa Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to...

Dec 27, 2024

Nyamuol Koang Them was born on October 27, 1999 in Gambela born in punyiduk Refugee camp near Gambela Ethiopia. She passed away on December 27, 2024, in Mankato, Minnesota. 

She was the cherished daughter of Nyaluak Gony Pur and Jacob Buk Them and a beloved sister to her six siblings: Nyamal Gony Pur, Them Koang Them, Nyaber Koang Them, Nyawany Them,...

Dec 27, 2024

Marlene Marie Hanel went to her home in heaven on Friday, December 27, 2024, with her family by her side. She was 83 years old.

Funeral services are 11 a.m. Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, with visitation one hour before services. Mankato Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Marlene was born June 21, 1941, to Edmund and Gertrude (Maurer)...

Dec 23, 2024

Robert “Bob” Weiss, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Monday, December 23, 2024. 

A private family celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, cards and memorials can be directed to the family. Mankato Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Born on July 22,...

Dec 22, 2024

William “Bill” Rollin Cutts, Jr, age 77, passed away at his home, on Sunday, December 22, 2024.

A Private service was held. Northview – North Mankato Mortuary assisted with arrangements.

Bill was born August 3, 1947 in Yankton, SD, to Bill and Kathryn (Sission) Cutts. He graduated from Mankato High School in 1965. Bill served his country in the U.S. Army from...

Dec 20, 2024

Dec 19, 2024

Jean F. Schramski, age 101, of Mankato, died December 19, 2024.

A Private Family Service was held with interment in Calvary Cemetery, Mankato. Mankato Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.

Jean was born November 1, 1923, to Paul and Doris (Abraham) Reynolds in Faribault, MN. She graduated from high school in 1941, and received her R.N. degree from the St. Lucas Deaconess...

Dec 19, 2024

She has begun her magic carpet ride as she ascends into Heaven.

Ruth Elise Hanson, age 89, passed away Thursday, December 19, 2024 at noon. Her place of residence was New Perspective Senior Living since 2016. Suffering with Parkinson’s, Ruth required care that her sons could not provide.

Ruth was born a twin on July 14, 1935 to Paul and Marie (Sonnek)...

Dec 18, 2024

Stuart Good, Born February 13th, 1963 traveled to heaven on December 18th, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones in the comfort of his own home.

In memory of Stuart, memorial services will be held on Monday, December 30th at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church @ 423 W 7th Street, Mankato. Visitation starting at 10:00AM prior to the funeral starting at...

Dec 17, 2024

Delores Mae Raveling, age 92 of Mankato, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at her home at Old Main Village.

Born on September 19, 1932, in Dexter, Minnesota, Delores was the daughter of Oliver and Ruth (Bollman) Lee. She graduated from Austin High School and went on to lead a life marked by love and dedication to her family....

Dec 16, 2024

Barbara J. Robinson, age 87, Mankato, passed away at home on December 16, 2024, following an illness of several months. 

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Mankato at 11 a.m. on January 10, 2025. Mankato Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Barbara was born April 6, 1937 in Freeborn County,...