In Loving Memory of Bernice Leistiko who passed away 1 year ago July 1, 2015
Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
We love and miss you Mom.
Ron & Lu Leistiko
Ruth & Lynn Jeter
Russ & Wendy Leistiko
Bob and Roxanne Leistiko
Renae & Alan Ische
Scott and Theresa Klaustermeier of Waconia, Minnesota, are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Klaustermeier, to Roland Owczarek, son of Kevin and Cheryl Owczarek of Watertown, Minnesota. Jessica is a 2012 graduate of Mayer Lutheran High School and is a senior nursing student at Crown College.
Roland is a 2011 graduate of Watertown-Mayer High School and a 2014 graduate of Crown College. He is currently employed as an accountant at Ridgeview Medical Center and is completing his MBA through Crown College.
The couple will marry in December 2016 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia and then plan to make their home in Mound.
Russell “Russ” Robert Locken, age 57, of Warba, MN, passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2016.
Russ was born in 1959 to Lawrence and Ruth Locken at Methodist Hospital in St. Louis Park, MN. He attended grade school in St. Louis Park and graduated from Waconia High School in 1977. In 1980, Russ graduated from Hibbing Technical College with a degree in Diesel Mechanics. From an early age, Russ was a Mr. Fix-It. This passion and knowledge were further developed as an employee of Itasca County Road and Bridge Dept. These past 20 years, “Russ,” “Rud,” “Buckets” or “Lucky,” as he was known, enjoyed fishing, 4-wheeling, boating, water skiing, barefoot skiing, snow skiing, snowmobiling and backgammon. He loved telling a joke and hearing one. We will all remember his deep belly laughs. In the last years, Russ embraced sobriety and channeled his energy into positive activities like cooking, fixing anything that needed repair and bringing his mom to Toivo’s for Sunday buffet.
Russ married Elaine Braith in 1994 and welcomed daughter Kaylin in 1995. In 2005, Elaine passed away in a tragic car accident and daughter Kaylin was seriously injured. In 2009, Russ married Myrna Almonite and recently welcomed son “Cali” on April 24, 2016. Russ enjoyed diversity in life and fell in love with Myrna, her Pilipino heritage, her friends and family. He loved going to the Philippines and dreamed of one day retiring there.
Preceding him in death were his father, Lawrence; and his wife, Elaine.
Russ is survived by his wife, Myrna; daughter Kaylin of Swan River, MN; infant son, Cali; mother, Ruth Locken of Warba, MN; brothers, Lawrence “Tim” (Kum Ok) of Center City, MN and Eric (Nita) Locken of Warba, MN; sisters, Linnea (Tim) Gannaway of Hammond, OR and Loretta (Lori) Locken of Chaska, MN; and countless nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be on Saturday, July 9, 2016 from 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Grand Rapids, MN. Fr. Jerry Weiss will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred.
Arrangements are with Rowe Funeral Home and Crematory, Grand Rapids, MN.
To sign the online guestbook or send condolences visit www.rowefuneralhomeandcrematory.com.
Happy 50th Anniversary!
Love – your kids and
grandkids.
Ralph Herman Haberman, age 66, of Norwood Young America, Minnesota, passed away on Monday, June 27, 2016, at his home in Norwood Young America, Minnesota.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 2, 2016, 1:30 p.m. at LaCanne Family Funeral Home in Windom, Minnesota, with interment following at Lakeview Cemetery in Windom, Minnesota. A visitation was held Friday, July 1, 2016, from 4-7 p.m. at the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel in Norwood Young America, Minnesota, and continued on Saturday a half hour prior the service at the LaCanne Family Funeral Home in Windom, Minnesota.
Clergy officiating: Pastor Ray Harrison
Special Music: “Go Rest High on that Mountain”
Casket Bearers: Bill Vihode, Mike Keller, Rich Caviness, Doug Larson
Ralph Herman Haberman was born on November 18, 1949, in Worthington, Minnesota. He was the son of Leo and Nancy (Rarick) Haberman. Ralph began his education in Windom and graduated with the Minnetonka High School Class of 1968 in Minnetonka, Minnesota.
On October 6, 1973, Ralph was united in marriage to Lynn Marie Larson at Lake Sarah Baptist Church in Slayton, Minnesota. Ralph and Lynn made their home in Windom until 1982 when they moved to Norwood Young America. Their marriage was blessed with one son, Matthew. Ralph and Lynn shared over 42 years of marriage.
Ralph worked at Caldwell Packing in Windom, Minnesota, and The Press in Chanhassen, Minnesota, where he was the head printer. He enjoyed motorcycles, guns, computers and outside projects. Ralph loved working with his hands.
Blessed be his memory.
Ralph is survived by his wife, Lynn Haberman of Norwood Young America, MN; son, Matt Haberman and his fiancée, Jennifer Oswald, of St. Peter, MN; grandchildren, Thomas Haberman, Samantha Haberman, Braxton Honetschlager, Madison Honetschlager; father-In-Law, Donald Larson of Slayton, MN; sisters, Nancy Foster, Cindy Gozola and her husband Greg; brothers, Brian Haberman and his wife Beth, Patrick Haberman; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Ray Harrison, Sandra Keller and her husband Mike, Connie Vihode and her husband Bill, Doug Larson; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Ralph is preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Nancy Haberman; mother-in-law, Ina Mae Larson; brother, Jerry Haberman; sisters, Cheryl Harrison, Lisa Andrews; sister-in-law, Peggy Caviness; brother-in-law, Paul Larson.
Eleanor (Ward) Scott, age 89, passed away on July 1, 2016 at Auburn Home in Waconia, MN with family at her side. She was a long-time resident of Trumansburg, NY and had recently moved to Minnesota.
Eleanor was born in Endicott, NY and graduated from Ithaca High School. She retired from NCR in 1992 after 47 years of service. She was an avid reader, enjoyed working in her flower beds at home and caring for her dogs, Spud and Leroy.
Eleanor was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother who cared deeply about her family and friends. She was the pillar of her family and will be missed dearly.
Eleanor was the daughter of the late Raymond and Helen (Dillenback) Ward and was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Elton Scott, Jr., her daughter Kathy Scott, and her sons-in-law Stanley Cimbal and Stephen Jolly. She was also preceded in death by sisters Frances Moran and Janice Ward, as well as brothers Lewis, Marshall, Ron, Rich, Jack, and Carl Ward.
Eleanor is survived by her daughters Brenda Cimbal of Holland, MI, Peggy Jolly of Lansing, NY, and Heather (Kindal) Barnes of Minnetrista, MN; grandchildren, Jason (Audra) Treleaven, Eric Treleaven, Lukas Cimbal, Andrea (Mark) Johnson, Aleksandr and Filipp Barnes. Eleanor is also survived by sisters Ruth Covert and Donna Morgan; brothers Charles (Bonnie) Ward, and Paul Ward; and many nieces and nephews.
A private graveside service will be given at a later date in her hometown of Trumansburg, NY per Eleanor’s request. A special thank you goes to Auburn Home in Waconia, whose staff and residents provided excellent care and friendship to Eleanor in her short time there. They were truly a blessing to her and her family. Contributions can be made to your local humane society in memory of Eleanor and her love for her dogs or a charity of your choice.
Happy 50th Anniversary
Mom & Dad on July 10th
May you be blessed with many more years!
Love, Your Family
Jonathan and Moriah Christenson of Cologne announce the birth of their son, Kamren Kenneth, Friday, May 27, 2016 at Ridgeview Medical Center in Waconia. He weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces and was 19.75 inches long.
Grandparents are Steve and Denise Christenson of Chaska and Joe and Cheryl Sutherland of Waconia. Great-grandparents are Ken and Mavis Christenson of Northfield, Marlene Mueller of Norwood Young America, Ray Sutherland of Belle Plaine, and Rollie and Mary Reinke of Waconia.
Norma Stuewe, age 93 of Belle Plaine, passed away on July 7, 2016 at Oak Terrace Assisted Living in Jordan.
Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 9, 2016 at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine. Rev. Tim Redfield will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service at church on Saturday morning. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Belle Plaine. A luncheon will take place at the Belle Plaine Vet’s Club.
Norma Martha Stuewe was born in Mayer, Minnesota on April 10, 1923 to Albert and Laura (Lobitz) Hill. She married Harold Stuewe on February 25, 1940 at Zion Lutheran Church in Benton Township. They farmed in the Norwood area and were co-owners of the Riverside Ballroom in Carver. They lived in Brainerd for a time where they managed The Flame Supper Club before settling in Belle Plaine. Norma worked as a school cook for many years in Belle Plaine where she became close friends with other cooking staff and students.
Her grandchildren held a special place in her heart. She loved gardening and gathering her family for holidays.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Harold, daughter Kay, son Terry (Barbara), siblings Howard (Corda) Hill, Ralph Hill, Kenneth (Vonnie) Hill and Lucille (Leon) Wichterman.
Norma is survived by her children, Karen (Warren) Kamps of Cambridge, John (Mary) Stuewe of Chaska, Lee (Connie) Stuewe of Belle Plaine, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great great-grandchildren, special friend Frances “Red” Weldon, sister-in-law, Marian Stuewe of Cologne and many nieces and nephews.
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Eveline Zimmerman, age 96, of Waconia, formerly of Chaska, passed away on June 15, 2016.
Eveline, a twin, was born on February 5, 1920 to Christina (Trocke) and Michael Herrmann of Norwood, MN. She married Eugene W. Zimmerman of Chaska, on June 25, 1943, eventually moving to the Zimmerman farm in 1955 where they took over farming and raised four children. Eveline was a gracious, giving and optimistic woman with a great passion for country living; gardening and preserving the food she grew, sewing, raising chickens, helping with the farm and the many family pets. She passed these passions on to her children.
In 1976, Eveline and Eugene retired to Waconia. There, Eveline was very active in her church, continued her passion of gardening, as well as quilting and reading. She was an active volunteer at the Ridgeview Hospital and the Once Again Shop in Waconia and often assisted in caring for her older family members and neighbors.
Eveline was preceded in death by her parents, seven siblings, and her husband, Eugene. She is survived by her children: Mary (Don) Frisbie of Thompson, IA, John (Barbara) Zimmerman of Cologne, MN, Jane Zimmerman of Cologne, MN, and Peggy (Bob Belbeck) Zimmerman-Belbeck of Delano, MN. She is also survived by grandchildren: Brian Frisbie, Emily Frisbie, Jason Zimmerman, Rachel (Zimmerman) Raymond, Janelle Zimmerman, Thomas Melton and Katherine Melton; seven great-grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and friends.
A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday July 14, at 7 p.m., with a visitation one hour prior to the service, at the Waconia Moravian Church, 209 Second Street East, Waconia, MN. A social hour will be held following the service. Private family inurnment.
Memorials preferred to the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, or the Waconia Moravian Church.
Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia served the family, www.johnsonfh.com.
Steven F. Worm age 62 of Waconia passed away Thursday July 7, 2016 at his home in Waconia.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial Tuesday July 12, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waconia with Father Bennet Tran as Celebrant of the Mass; gathering of family and friends from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass at the church; interment at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers memorials are preferred
Steven was born on February 15, 1954 in Shakopee the son of Donald and Ann (Schlechter) Worm. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waconia.
Steve loved life. He immersed himself in the community through family, friends, work and sports. Each person who met him was graced with his energetic personality and remarkable laugh.
He devoted his time to watching his two daughters grow-up and flourish. His youthful personality lead him to be the most wonderful Papa to his granddaughter, Grace. Hours were spent with her reading, tenting, fishing and just being a kid.
His love for the outdoors often took him to the lake in search of that illusive “catch.” Time not spent on the lake was consumed by sports. Steve engrossed himself in the game of softball by playing on various teams and coaching his daughters’ teams. His sheer enjoyment of the game was evident to all who he competed against.
Through a selfless commitment to helping others, Steve made a lasting impression on everyone. His needs came second to those of others-All anyone needed to do was ask and he would be there ready to help. Although his laughter now may only be heard in heaven, his incredible legacy will live on through family and friends.
Steven was preceded in death parents Donald and Ann Worm.
Steven is survived by his loving family: daughters Jaclyn (Bill) Pieper of New Prague, Rachel Worm of Waconia, granddaughter Grace Pieper, brothers Mark (Debbie) Worm of Montgomery, Richard (Mary) Hilgers of Shorewood, Gerald “Jerry” (Ruth) Hilgers of Victoria, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Honorary Urn Bearers Aaron Worm, Nicholas Worm, Matt Hilgers, Kevin Hilgers, Peter Pfeffer, Dave Karp, Philip Worm, Ryan Worm, James Hilgers, Michael Hilgers, John Hilgers.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, www.johnsonfh.com.
Bonny M. Pawelk age 85 of New Germany passed away on Sunday July 3, 2016 at the Legacy in Delano.
Funeral Service was held Saturday, July 9, 2016 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church Hollywood Twp, New Germany with Rev. Dean Mahlum officiated; visitation was Friday 4-8 p.m. and 1 hour prior to the service all at St. John Lutheran Church; prayer service was Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.; interment in the Church Cemetery.
Bonny was born on September 17, 1930 in Franklin Twp the daughter of Clarence and Goldie (Keplinger) Matter Sr. She was baptized and confirmed at the Methodist Church in Delano. On June 8, 1949 Bonny was united in marriage to Orville A. Pawelk at the Methodist Church in Delano.
Bonny was a long time member of St. John Lutheran Church of Hollywood and an active member of the Ladies Aid. She was a very hard worker and held various jobs throughout her life including babysitting while moms bowled at the Hollywood Sports Complex, getting up at 3 a.m. baking delicious donuts and cakes at Econo Grocery Store in Watertown, serving food samples at Mackenthun’s with a smile and cleaning houses making sure everything was always “Spick and Span”. The job most important to Bonny was being a wife and mother. She helped Orville on the farm by driving the tractor. She fed her growing family by raising and butchering chickens, canning and freezing produce from her enormous garden. While watching Lawrence Welk on Saturday nights, Bonny would line up the girls and roll their hair up in sponge curlers so her girls would look their best for Sunday morning church. Bonny was an excellent cook and was always cooking up a feast for her family and extra farm help. No one ever went away hungry! Despite all of the kids and living on a farm her house was spotless!
Bonny had a love for challenging 1000 piece puzzles and Shirley Temple movies. She enjoyed her flower gardens and being a twin to her sister, Betty. Bonny’s greatest pleasure came from being a part of her grandkids and great grandkids lives. She did her best to make it to all of their events. Bonny was an enthusiastic cheerleader and often helped the referees with their job! Bonny and Orville stuck together through thick and thin. Their love for each other grew stronger even as their bodies grew weaker. Orville was able to be by her side and walk Bonny home to Jesus on July 3rd.
Bonny was preceded in death by her son-in-law Wayne Coburn; parents Clarence and Goldie Matter; sisters Dorothy Jamma, Pamela Zins; brothers-in-law Peter Jamma, Germain “Bud” Boll, Ben Domjahn, George Hermann, Jimmy Boll; father-in-law and mother-in-law Fred and Elsie Pawelk; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Friedola Pawelk, Willard Pawelk, Bernice Pawelk, Glennard Pawelk, DeLloyd Pawelk, Elaine Pawelk, Kenneth Pawelk, Germaine Pawelk, Wayne Sievert.
Survived by her loving husband of 67 years Orville; children Peggy Coburn of Andover, Nancy (Keith) Hokenson of Watertown, Dave Pawelk of Delano, Bradley (Debbie) Pawelk of New Germany, Mary (Mike) Robbin of Delano, Linda (Tom) Schmidt of New Germany, Renee (Steve) Parochka of Mayer, Chris (Tony) Bartlett of Ham Lake, Heidi (Rob) Seidenkranz of Monticello, Angie Wandersee (special friend Clint Berge) of Watertown, Jason Wandersee of Mayer; grandchildren Jenny and Jeff Ehnstrom, Chad Coburn and fiancée Whitney, Brandon “BJ” and Beth Coburn, Megan and Andy Basham, Brock Hokenson, Wade and Amanda Hokenson, Brady and Melissa Hokenson, Jered and Holly Hokenson, Crystal Pawelk, Chasity and Dave Mathis, Joshua Pawelk, Jesse and Karilyn Pawelk, Ryan and Bria Pawelk, Adam Pawelk, Jason and Amy Pawelk, Michael Pawelk, Matthew Pawelk, Jeff and Stephanie Hissam, Eric and Katie Hissam, Holly and Luther Workman, Heather and Ryan Reed, Amy and Emmanuel Foster, Robert and Kelsey Schmidt, Jonathan and Michelle Schmidt, Tyler and Chanel Schmidt, Andy and Laura Parochka, Laura and Matthew Burns, Timothy Parochka, Lindsay Bartlett, Allison Bartlett, Nicholas Bartlett, Erica Seidenkranz, Amber Seidenkranz, Jacob Wandersee, Chelsea Wandersee, Austin Wandersee, Isaac Wandersee; great-grandchildren Nathan, Taylor, Allison and Zachary Ehnstrom, Cora and Riley Coburn, Mackenzie Basham, Harper, Jack, Haley and Jay Hokenson, Sloane and Mitchell Hokenson, Henry and Arthur Hokenson, Presley Pawelk, Jackson Pawelk, Isabella, Sydney and Cameron Mathis, Peyton Pawelk, Aubrie Pawelk, Alicia Oren, Brandon, Emilie, Hunter and Addison Hissam, Tatum and Jaidyn Workman, Odacia and Caijior Foster, Cora Reed, Lydia Schmidt, Naarah, Maia and Naomi Schmidt, Eli Parochka, Noach and Gavin Swenson, Ava, Ella and Addilyn Burns; sisters Marion Boll of Watertown, Vivian Hermann of Watertown, Betty Boll of Waconia; brother and sister-in-law Clarence “Buzz” and Virginia Matter Jr. of Delano; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Adeline Pawelk of Hutchinson, Eldor and Joan Pawelk of Maple Lake, Eldon and Barb Pawelk of Montrose, Priscilla Sievert of Eau Claire, WI; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers Jennifer Ehnstrom, Brock Hokenson, Joshua Pawelk, Ryan Pawelk, Jeff Hissam, Robert Schmidt, Andrew Parochka, Lindsay Bartlett, Erica Seidenkranz, Jacob Wandersee.
Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, www.johnsonfh.com.
Grace M. Schneider age 91 of Waconia and formerly Minneapolis passed way Saturday July 9, 2016 at the Auburn Home in Waconia.
Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Wednesday July 13, 2016 at St. Joseph Catholic Community, 41 E. First St., Waconia with Father Bennet Tran as Celebrant of the Mass. Visitation one hour prior to the Mass at the church. Interment in the church cemetery.
Grace M. Schneider was born on August 21, 1924 in Waconia, MN the daughter of Andrew Sr. and Anna (Beversdorf) Schneider. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Waconia.
Grace was a graduate of Waconia High School and attended the Minneapolis Business School. She was employed at the Telephone Company and Interstate Power Company in Waconia, The Boeing Airplane Company in Seattle, WA and in the Foreign Service in Washington, D.C. for overseas assignments.
Grace was preceded in death by her parents Andy and Annie Schneider; brothers and sisters-in-law Edward “Bushy” and Darlene Schneider, Andy “Skeets” and Betty Schneider.
Grace is survived by her loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, other relatives and friends.
Casket Bearers are Grace’s Family.
Arrangements with Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, (952) 442-2121, www.johnsonfh.com.
GOOD TIME LIQUORS
We would like to welcome the new owners of Good Time Liquors in Norwood Young America, Danielle & Joe Butler.
They are very knowledgeable and have lots of experience in the business and are ready to help with all your party supplies.
Joe and Danielle will make great new owners of Good Time Liquors.
Diane and I would like to thank all of our help, distributors, friends, and customers for all your support and business.
We feel very blessed to have been able to serve the community this long. We’ll still be here some of the time – so I hope you stop in and say Hi!
It’s been a great 29 years!
Thank you
Dale & Diane Bruers
Birthday Marian!
Your Love,
Younger Sisters
Nathan and Sarah Johnson of Monticello, MN proudly announces the birth of their daughter Claire Elizabeth on June 13, 2016 at 6:56 a.m. at Ridgeview Medical Center. Claire weighed 9 lbs. 5 oz. and was 18 in. long.
Welcoming her home are sisters, Katelyn, Samantha, Emily, Natalie, Cassandra, Lauren and brother, Carter.
Grandparents are William and Elaine Rehmann of Watertown and Vonnie and the late Robert Johnson of Roseau.
Rhonda Jean Stauffer, age 61 of Watertown, passed away Wednesday, July 13, 2016 at the Ridgeview Medical Center, Waconia. She was born on July 2, 1955 in Gaylord, Minnesota to Frank and Lorraine (Lipke) Rosenow.
Rhonda was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She was also a faithful servant of the Lord.
Rhonda was a strong, dedicated and passionate woman who had a wonderful sense of humor right up until she died. She loved to watch her children and grandchildren play sports. Rhonda also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, needlepoint and traveling.
Rhonda was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Allen; children Jeff (Lindsey) Stauffer, Becky Stauffer, Lori (Sam) Mollenhoff and Bill Stauffer; 5 grandchildren Allen, Amerey, Grace, Breauna and Aaron; siblings Steve (Karen) Rosenow, Greg (Evelyn) Rosenow, Theresa Rosenow and Teeny Kadelbach.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 16, 2016 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 3030 Navajo Ave, Watertown. A gathering of family and friends will be from 1-2 p.m. Saturday prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will be in the church cemetery.
Arrangements by the Iten’s Watertown Funeral Home.
Earline Robinson King, age 68, died of uterine cancer on July 11, 2016 at her home in Watertown. She was born on June 5, 1948 in Smithville, Georgia to Orrie and Louisa (Mosley) Robinson.
Earline was a devoted 3rd grade school teacher with an intense love for learning and whose love for education extended to many parts of her life. She was a teacher for 30 years at Watertown-Mayer Elementary School.
Earline was a high energy and passionate charter member of the Watertown Historical Society. She was a talented musician and creative writer, in which she used to bring new exciting and innovative teaching styles to her 3rd grade classroom.
Earline had a strong unwavering faith in God and was a lifelong member of the Evangelical Free Church. She was committed to serving others through the church’s mission.
Earline was preceded in death by her loving husband of 36 years James, Sr. She is survived by her sons James Jr., Mark and Earl and grandchildren Brianna and Darrian.
A Memorial Service to celebrate the incredible life of Earline will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at the Watertown Evangelical Free Church, 509 Jefferson Ave SW, Watertown. A Gathering of family and friends will be Tuesday, from 3-4 p.m. prior to the service at the church.
Arrangements by the Iten’s Watertown Funeral Home.
Andrea M. Stodola, age 50, of Waconia passed away Sunday July 10, 2016 at her home in Waconia.
A memorial service, Friday July 15, 2016 at 2 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia with Rev. Howard Krienke officiating; a gathering of family and friends one hour prior to the service. Reception to follow the service at the Waconia American Legion, 233 South Olive Street, Waconia, MN 55387.
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Andrea was born on June 14, 1966 in Albert Lea, MN the daughter of Verlyn and Margaret (Perry) Louks.
Andrea was a very compassionate person with a huge heart. She loved taking care of the children she taught and animals. Andrea treasured her family and enjoyed working at Mackenthun’s and Children of Tomorrow in Waconia.
Andrea is preceded in death by her mother Margaret and her brother Tracy Louks.
Andrea is survived by her family: husband Robert Stodola, daughter Margaret “Mae” Stodola, father Verlyn Louks, sister Gerada Louks, nephew Noah Louks, many aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Arrangements with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, www.johnsonfh.com.
