Obituaries 08/15/24
Susan Hulzebos, 87
Susan M. Hulzebos age 87, of Monticello, and formerly of Rockford, Minnesota, passed away on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
She was born in Swan Lake Township, Stevens County, Minnesota, on September 19, 1936, the daughter of Frank R. and Vera (Burbank) Zahl.
On May 31, 1955, Susan M. Zahl and Peter Hulzebos were joined in Holy Marriage in Morris. God blessed their marriage with five children. Peter Hulzebos preceded his wife in death in 2011.
Susan was a member of Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rockford and enjoyed volunteering at Wise Penny in Buffalo.
Family was her primary focus in life.
When the children were younger, Susan and Peter took them camping and in later years, enjoyed traveling together.
Survived by children, Michael L. (Mary McCauley) Hulzebos, Lori G. (Kevin) Walton, Teresa L. (Dennis) Brandt, Joan C. (William “Bill”) Bermel, and Amy C. (Eugene) Kuhn; fifteen grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; sisters, Gladys (James) Henricks and Sally Valentine; other relatives and friends.
In addition to her husband, Susan was preceded in death by her parents; seven siblings, infant twin sisters, Helen and Vera, Gayle Smith, Bonnie Hammond, Carol Burbank, Lorraine Koehler and Frank Zahl; a granddaughter, Paige Duncan.
Funeral services for Susan M. Hulzebos were held at 11 A.M., Wednesday, August 14, at Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church in Rockford. Visitation was AT THE CHURCH on Tuesday, August 13, 5-7 P.M. Prayer service was 7 P.M. Further visitation was one hour prior to service on Wednesday, August 14.
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo, MN, served the family.
Online condolences may be directed to www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Nancy Lambrecht, 76
Nancy Dee Lambrecht, 76, of Bowstring, MN, formerly of Buffalo, MN, joined her Heavenly Father on August 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at her side.
As the fourth of seven children to Glenn and Vergil Wegner, Nancy grew up in a loving and boisterous home in southern MN, where she met the love of her life and lifelong partner, John Lambrecht. Nancy and John married in 1965 when she was just 17 years old and began a life of hard work, adventure through travel, and most importantly, built a large family that would be her source of joy and focus until her last breath.
Nancy was a hard worker, using her gifts of persuasive communication and problem-solving in several capacities and many jobs, most notably in customer relations and reservations at Northwest Airlines where she celebrated her first retirement after over 20 years and with Select Comfort as a top sales associate for seven out of the ten years until her second retirement. Nancy loved people and making connections, and that showed through in every role she served, whether as a volunteer at church or civic duties working at Rockford Township on election night. She also loved traveling with her Johnny Angel throughout their lives and into retirement where they hopped into their RV with Peaches the dog at their side to Arizona and Alaska, most notably. Of course, they made new friends and visited old friends and family along the path, making them the focus of her stories, more than scenery or sites. She loved people and entertaining at her home or on the road. She lived by the motto “the more the merrier” and knew all you had to do to bring a crowd was to feed them, and she loved gathering people together.
Nancy was creative, enjoying crafting in many modes throughout her life. She always created with her hands, using her often nearby sewing machine. Nancy enjoyed making gifts for her grandchildren and strangers. She also surrounded herself with music, laughter, and joy through humor as often as possible, even on her last day with us.
Nancy is survived by her life partner of 59 married years, John Lambrecht, as well as their six living children, 23 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and a multitude of extended family and friends who loved her deeply. Children are Pam Johnson (Don), of Farmington, MN, Lorraine Lambrecht, of Buffalo, MN, Tim Lambrecht (Natalie), of Medina, MN, Sandra (Chris) Nelson, of Princeton, MN, Mike Lambrecht (Corrie), of Maple Lake, MN, Melissa Mack (Dave), of Balsam Lake, WI, and Sarah (Joe) Johnson, of Shell Lake, WI; siblings are Marion Wegner (sister-in-law), of Rochester, MN, Bonnie (Duane) Wingness, of Harmony, MN, Jon (Diana), of Powell, OH, Susan Anderson, of University Park, FL, Debra (James) Elder, of Plymouth, MN.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Glenn and Vergil Wegner; mother and father-in-law, Reuben and Florence Lambrecht; brother, Wayne Wegner; and sister, Pat Johnson; brother-in-law, Steve Lambrecht; son, Scott Lambrecht; and baby girl, Lambrecht.
Celebrations of Nancy’s life will be held with a reviewal on Friday, August 16, from 4-8 p.m. at Peterson Chapel in Buffalo MN, Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, August 17, service at 11:00 a.m. and visitation one hour prior and refreshments afterward at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Buffalo, MN, and internment on Sunday, August 18, at 2 p.m. in Viola, MN.
Honorary Casket Bearers will be Tyler Johnson and Brantley Lambrecht.
Casket Bearers will be Brad Leidner, Brian Leidner, Brayden Mack, Austin Mack, Caleb Lambrecht, Jacob Lambrecht, and Cole Lambrecht.
The Celebration of Life will be live-streamed at YouTube.com/@stjohnsbuffalo.
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo, MN, is serving the family. Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Laurie Mandery, 72
Laurie Darlene Mandery, age 72, of Buffalo, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at The Gardens at Winsted.
She was born on March 7, 1952, in Minneapolis, the daughter of Harlan and Bernice (Peterson) Skogman.
Laurie D. Skogman and Charles L. Mandery were joined in holy marriage in 1974 in Minneapolis.
She was a founding member of the Wright County Blue Star Mothers.
Laurie enjoyed fishing with a cane pole in the lower south Long Lake near Brainerd.
Survived by her husband of fifty years, Charles L. Mandery; children, Teresa D. Mandery, of Buffalo, and Charles H. (Kathy) Mandery, of Litchfield; grandchildren, Stephanie Kottke (Michael Helmbrecht), Brittany Kottke (Nathan Neumann), and Collin Kottke and significant other, Anastasia Benusa; great-grandchildren, Hunter Mason and Paisley Helmbrecht and Serenity and Cole Neumann; a sister, Judy Allers, of Hutchinson; other relatives and friends.
Preceded in death by her parents; and by siblings, Jan, Diane, Charles, Sandra and Roger; nephews, Mark Mandery and Eric Skogman; and by a niece, Christine Jolly.
Funeral services for Laurie D. Mandery will be held on Thursday, August 15, at 12 noon at The Buffalo Evangelical Covenant Church. Pastor Mark Stromberg will officiate.
Visitation will be held AT THE CHURCH one hour prior to services.
Interment will take place in Mora at a later date.
The Chilson Funeral Home in Winsted is serving the family. Online condolences may be made to www.chilsonfuneralhome.com.
Richard Sarvie, 83
Richard Walter “Rich” Sarvie, aged 83, passed away on August 10, 2024, in Buffalo, MN. Born on July 11, 1941, in Alexandria, MN, Rich led a life marked by kindness, humility, and a deep love for his family.
Rich graduated from Alexandria High School before furthering his education at Moorhead State University. Throughout his life, Rich was known for his soft-spoken, humble nature, and his compassion toward others. He cherished his family above all, a sentiment that was vividly expressed through his dedication and care.
An avid outdoorsman, Rich enjoyed hunting and fishing, activities that allowed him precious moments in nature’s tranquility, often accompanied by family members who shared his passion. Winters would often find he and Mary Ann in Hawaii, a beloved destination that provided them with warmth and relaxation during the colder months.
Rich’s life was enriched by his loving family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Ann Sarvie (Deleski); sons, Steven (Lisa), David (Rita), Ryan (Sara), Adam (Cindy), and Peter (Tara); grandchildren, Olivia, Megan (Ben), Dustin, Ashley, Zackary, Hailey, Kale, Kennedy, Brandt, Elizabeth, and Grace; and great-grandson, Jasper.
He was preceded in death by his sisters, Evelyn, Marilyn, and Dorothy.
A service to honor Rich’s life will be held at Saint Francis Catholic Church in Buffalo, MN, on Saturday, August 17, at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior. The Peterson Chapel is assisting the family during this time.
Rich’s legacy of love, family values, and gentle spirit will be cherished and remembered by all who knew him.
