Obituaries

Jul 16, 2024

Phyllis J. Larson, 89 of Litchfield Minnesota, passed away peacefully in her home on July 16, 2024. She was surrounded by loving family who bear the profound grief of missing her and yet rejoice that she is alive with her LORD and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Phyllis lived serving and loving the LORD with her whole heart, soul,...

Jul 16, 2024

Christopher Gresch age 67, of Springfield, MN died on July 16, 2024, at his home. Private family services have been held.

Arrangements are with the Sturm Funeral Home in Springfield, MN.  Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sturmfh.com.

Christopher Nealon Gresch was born on March 11, 1957, the...

Jul 16, 2024

Larry Elg, age 80 of Lake Crystal, Minnesota, died at his home with his loving family present on Tuesday, July 16, 2024.

Memorial service will be held at New Hope Lutheran Church in Comfrey on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 11:00 am with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will...

Jul 12, 2024

Harriet Ann Schmit age 88, of Springfield, MN died on July 12, 2024, at St. John Lutheran Home in Springfield, MN.

Harriet was born on March 24, 1936 in Morton, MN to Henry and Myrtle Chroup. She attended Morton School district thru 12th grade. On June 23rd, 1955, Harriet married Lavern Schmit at St John’s...

Jul 11, 2024

Robert A. Schroepfer, age 78 of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota, known for his big heart, generous spirit, and hearty laugh, died on Thursday, July 11, 2024. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 18, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Sturm Funeral Home, Sleepy Eye Chapel with Parish Prayers at 3:45 p.m. prior to the visitation. Visitation will continue...

Jul 10, 2024

Laurel "Pete" Peterson, age 89, of Madelia, died on July 10, 2024, at Madelia Health in Madelia.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Sturm Funeral Home in Madelia and will continue on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 10:00 am until at the service at the funeral...

Jul 7, 2024

Thomas Peter Platz was born on April 3, 1942, to Joseph and Elizabeth (Schunk) Platz in Springfield.  He graduated from Springfield High School and then went on to serve in the US Army from 1960 - 1963. He later graduated from San Mateo College.  On October 2, 1965, Tom was united in marriage to Jerilyn Vacek in Glencoe.  After...

Jul 7, 2024

Loren Paul Fuller, age 78, of Saint James, died on July 7, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society in Saint James.

Per Loren's request, a private service will be held. Friends and family are invited to celebrate Loren's life on Friday, July 12, 2024, at the Saint James VFW from 12:00 to 2:00 pm. Memorials...

Jul 6, 2024

Philip J. Murphy (Phil) of Madelia, MN passed away at the age of 84 on July 6, 2024, due to complications from treatment for lymphoma.

Philip was born on January 12, 1940, to Roy and Bernadine Murphy. The oldest of six children, he grew up on the family farm outside of Madelia in Ceresco Township....

Jul 5, 2024

John William Essig was born on June 28, 1953, to Marlowe and Cheryl (Yackel) Essig.  After graduating from Lamberton High School and then went on the Culinary School.  John then worked in the restaurant business and then worked for Super Valu for many years, as a buyer.  He then went on to work for McKesson in California as a...

Jul 5, 2024

Deborah Kaye Heiderscheidt began bobbin’ July 23, 1953, and moved on to bigger and better lakes, surrounded by her family, on July 5th, 2024, after an arduous and impressive battle against many ailments. Visitation will be on Thursday, July 11, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Sturm Funeral Home, Sleepy Eye Chapel with Christian Mothers Rosary at...

Jul 4, 2024

Frederick "Fritz" Hoffmann, 90, of Sleepy Eye, died Thursday, July 4, 2024, at home on the farm. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 10, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Sturm Funeral Home, Sleepy Eye Chapel with the Knights of Columbus Rosary at 3:30 p.m. and Parish Prayers at 3:45 p.m. prior to the visitation. Visitation will continue...

Jul 4, 2024

Jeffrey Steven Klinkner age 50, of Madelia, MN, died unexpectedly on July 4, 2024, at United Hospital in Saint Paul, MN.

Visitation will be on Thursday, July 11, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church-Madelia and will continue on Friday from 9:00 am until 10:00 am at St. Joseph the Worker...

Jul 4, 2024

Dennis Peters age 78, of Saint James, MN, died on July 4, 2024, surrounded by his family in New Ulm, MN.

Visitation will be on Monday, July 8, 2024 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Sturm Funeral Home, St. James Chapel and will continue at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:00 am...

Jul 2, 2024

Eugene “Gene” Richard Artner, age 90, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at Good Samaritan Society in Mountain Lake, MN with his wife by his bedside.

Gene was born on June 23, 1934 in Comfrey, MN to Joseph and Violet (Tucker) Artner. His family moved to rural Iowa when he was a young boy. There...

Jul 1, 2024

Charlotte Betty Elaine Sternberg, age 96, of Saint James, died on July 1, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society in Saint James.

Funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 11:00 am, at Sturm Funeral Home in Saint James with visitation one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will...

Jun 30, 2024

Janet Joan Plath, 83, of Saint James, died on June 30, 2024, at the Good Samaritan Society in Saint James.

A memorial service will be held at Augustana Lutheran Church in Saint James on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at 11:00 am with visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be...

Jun 30, 2024

Robert K. Gates, age 50 of New Ulm, Minnesota, died on June 30, 2024, at St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota. No service is planned at this time. Arrangements are with Sturm Funeral Home in Sleepy Eye. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sturmfh.com.

Robert is survived by his siblings, Frank...

Jun 28, 2024

On June 28, 2024, Diane Marie Marks, 63, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will be held Monday, July 8, 2024, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Sturm Funeral Home, Springfield Chapel. A private memorial service will be held. Interment will be at Springfield City Cemetery. Arrangements are with Sturm Funeral Home in Springfield. Online...

Jun 25, 2024

Donna R. Konz, age 69 of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota died on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at United Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visitation will be on Monday, July 8, 2024, from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Sturm Funeral Home, Sleepy Eye Chapel with the CCW Rosary at 3:30 pm and Parish Prayers at 3:45 pm prior to visitation....