Local Obituaries for Families in Rochester, MN
Derwin Hammond
Mar 30, 2025
Derwin Reed Hammond, 89, "slipped the surly bonds of earth" on March 30, 2025.
Derwin, born and raised in Durango, CO, discovered his first love at age 5 when a small plane landed on the frozen lake where he was helping his father cut ice blocks. One look inside the cockpit with its dials and knobs, convinced the freckle-faced little boy...
Lisa Ambrose
Mar 28, 2025
Lisa Aretha Ambrose
January 30, 1969 - March 28, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Lisa Ambrose, who departed this life on March 28, 2025. Lisa was a woman of strength, resilience, and boundless love. She touched countless lives through her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Lisa was born on January 30,...
Pamela Marie (Perhus) Whitaker
Mar 16, 2025
Pamela “Pam” Marie Whitaker (née Perhus), 74, passed away on March 16, 2025, in Fargo, North Dakota.
Born on February 14, 1951, in Fargo, Pam spent her life dedicated to her family and the things she loved most. She worked for 25 years at Seneca Foods in various positions and contributed her talents to the kitchen at St. Mary’s. Her strong...
Thomas Tlougan
Mar 11, 2025
Thomas Albert Tlougan, 64, of Rochester, passed away on March 11, 2025 from a medical condition.
He was born on June 21, 1960, to Genevieve (Rother) Patchin and Charles Tlougan of Rochester, Minnesota.
A Memorial Prayer service will be at Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery in Preston, Minnesota on April 15, 2025, at 1:00 pm. Located at 715 Highway 52. A gathering will...
Steven Alber
Mar 7, 2025
Steven Mark Alber, 68, passed away on March 7, 2025 after a sudden illness at the Mayo Health System in Rochester, MN, surrounded by his loving family.
Steve was born in Postville, IA on September 21, 1956, the son of Gerald (Gary) and Marvel (Frederick) Alber. He was raised on the family farm located outside of Eldorado.
He was a...
Darlene "Dee Dee" Jorgenson
Mar 6, 2025
Darlene "Dee Dee" Jorgenson
October 24, 1939 - March 6, 2025
Darlene Delores "Dee Dee" Jorgenson died peacefully in her sleep on March 6, 2025, at the age of 85.
She was born on October 24, 1939, to Grover and Agnes Dodds in Minneapolis. She and Austin moved to Rochester in 1963. Married for 65 years, she built a life centered around family,...
Jacob Bale
Mar 2, 2025
The Celebration of Life will be 1:00 P.M. Friday March 7, 2025, at Maxon Family Cremation and Life Celebrations, with Pastor Karen Foster officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. also on March 7 at the Funeral Home.
Wayne Meisner
Mar 2, 2025
Wayne Al Meisner passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at Samaritan Bethany in Rochester, MN. He was comfortable and at peace.
Wayne was born in Stillwater, MN on April 4, 1930. He was the fourth son of Allan and Laura Meisner.
Wayne grew up in Afton, MN on the family farm. Although, it was often hard work, he had a wonderful...
Clara Isaak
Feb 28, 2025
Clara Ann Isaak passed away on February 28, 2025 at the Mayo Clinic following complications from a head injury related to an accidental fall. She was born on August 9, 1938, in Bismarck, North Dakota, to Simon and Elizabeth (Skalsky) Vogel. Clara was raised on the Vogel family farm, an original heritage homestead, after her grandfather immigrated from South Russia,...
Elaine Skjeveland
Feb 27, 2025
Elaine M. Skjeveland, of Rochester MN, age 84, died peacefully Thursday Feb 27 at The Cedars in Austin, MN with her husband, Chip by her side. She was born in Faribault, MN September 24, 1940 to Wayne and Elieen Searle. She graduated from Rochester High School in 1958. She married Eugene "Chip" Skjeveland from Austin, MN and they had 4...
Keith Reali
Feb 20, 2025
Keith Richard Reali passed away peacefully on February 20, 2025 at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota with family by his side following a brief hospital stay.
Keith was born on November 7, 1951 in Eau Claire, WI to Dominic and Evelyn A. (Wilson) Reali, the youngest of five children. He grew up on the shores of Lake Wissota and attended...
Kim Swayze
Feb 19, 2025
Kim Swayze (Warner) 67 passed away peacefully with her loved ones by her side at Methodist Hospital on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025.
Kim was born on June 9th, 1957, to Rita Clement in Rochester, Minnesota. She graduated from Mayo High School in 1975. Kim started dating the love of her life, Warren when she was 14 and he was 17. They...
Norma Vale
Feb 17, 2025
Norma Vale passed away Monday, February 17, 2025, at Meadow Lakes Senior Living in Rochester, MN. Norma Jean Bryan was born in Rochester, Minnesota on December 5, 1940, to Frank and Alma (Fenske) Bryan. She graduated from Dover-Eyota High School in 1958. Attended Rochester Community College, completing a 2-year degree in 1year. Norma was employed at Honeywell from 1959-1960, the...
Michael Sciortino
Feb 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Michael John Sciortino, 49, of Rochester, MN, announce his passing on Friday, February 14th, 2025. After a difficult battle with cancer.
Michael was a beloved husband, son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, son-in-law, teacher, mentor, colleague, and friend; and he will be greatly missed.
Michael was born on July 10th, 1975,...
Roger Swanson
Feb 14, 2025
Roger Jerome Swanson, aged 86, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, in Rochester, MN. Born on July 2, 1939. Roger was known for his dedication and service, both in his professional life and in the Air Force.
Roger spent his career at Troxal Dental Studio and later at the Mayo Clinic, where he was respected for his meticulous work and...
Juan Valeriano
Feb 11, 2025
Juan Chaves Valeriano
November 27, 1944 - February 11, 2025
On February 11, 2025 Juan Valeriano hung up his hat and went to be with the Lord. He recently moved to Rochester to be near his daughters but always remained a Texan at heart. He lived a life full of adventure, laughter, and a whole lot of good music. He found what...
Dorothy Elaine Hecht
Feb 9, 2025
Dorothy “Dottie” Hecht passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025, in Rochester, MN.
Dottie was born April 25, 1947, in Storm Lake, Iowa to Ralph and Dorothy (Nagel) Neville. She graduated from Spencer High School in 1965. She attended UNI in Cedar Falls, IA where she met her husband, Lee, and married in 1967.
Dottie will be remembered for her passion for children...
Melissa Jirik
Feb 6, 2025
Melissa June Jirik, 88, of Addison, IL passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at her daughter's home in Minnesota. Melissa was born on June 9, 1936 in Berwyn, IL to George Exdell of Kapi, Greece and Ettie (Skopp) Exdell of Chicago, IL. Melissa grew up in Brookfield, IL with her parents, older sister Anthea and younger brother John, cherishing...
Marcia Rucker-Celius
Jan 31, 2025
Marcia Rucker-Celius, age 79 passed away on January 31, 2025 at
St. Mary's Hospital.
Marcia was born on October 21, 1945 in Hayward, California to
Lyle Schwartz and Janet (Johnson) Schwartz.
Marcia was a waitress at the Bubbling Kettle in Daytons, Apache
Mall. She also worked at Hy-Vee.
Hobbies included gardening. She had an extensive collection of...
Mark Migawa
Jan 31, 2025
Mark Migawa 66, of Menomonie, WI passed away on January 31st, 2025.
Mark was born on June 22, 1958, to Thaddeus and Oreen (Wold) Migawa in Eau Claire, where he was raised. Mark enjoyed hunting, fishing, and trapping with his father which he passed down to his children. After graduating from Regis Catholic School Mark worked for the Eau Claire parks...
