Obituaries 7/21/22
Carol Bleck, 85
Carol L. Bleck, age 85 of Rockford, Minnesota, passed away July 14, 2022.
She was born on May 19, 1937, in Greenfield, Minnesota to Leonard and Marcella (Schostag) Bleck. Carol was Baptized at Cross Lutheran Church on June 20, 1937, was confirmed on May 13, 1951, and became a lifelong member there.
Carol lived with her parents on the family farm for most of her life. She graduated with the class of 1955 from Rockford High School, and then began working at Carlson Companies. Carol was happily employed with them for 39.5 years.
Carol had a strong faith and was a loyal member of Cross Lutheran Church. She volunteered serving in the kitchen, singing in the choir, loved being with her “little kids”, Grandma Carol to many. She was always a person you could rely on to help out, whenever she could. She also loved baking cookies and giving them to family and friends. Carol also volunteered at the Wise Penny in Buffalo and enjoyed spending time outdoors; sometimes you could find her out on the lake fishing.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Leonard and Marcella. Carol is survived by all her relatives and friends that cared so much about her.
Funeral service was held Sunday, July 17, 2022, at 2 p.m. with visitation beginning at 12 p.m. at Cross Lutheran Church in Rockford, MN. Interment followed at Elmwood Cemetery, Rockford, MN.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo. Online condolences for the family may be directed to www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Myron Dahl, 63
Myron R. Dahl, age 63 of Rockford passed away on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at North Memorial Hospital in Robbinsdale.
He was born in Morris, Minnesota on March 28, 1959, the son of Richard and Ardell (Wellnitz) Dahl.
Myron graduated from Rockford High School in 1977.
He married Renee J. Keesling on August 8, 1981, at The Rockford Baptist Church. God blessed their marriage with four daughters.
Myron was formerly employed as a branch manager at ABC Supply Company and was a very hard worker.
He enjoyed hanging out with his grandchildren, watching old movies, and traveling. He also had a large eagle collection.
Myron is survived by loving wife of forty years: Renee J. Dahl; daughters: Melissa (Aaron) Westphal, Joy (Josh) Webb, Melanie (Justin) Kaster and Cara (Charles) Welch; twelve grandchildren; two brothers: Marvin (Kim) Dahl and Allen (Olga) Dahl and a sister: Renee (Brad) Elden; many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents Ardell and Richard Dahl and by a grandson Joshua “J. J.” Webb.
A Visitation was held at The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo on Saturday, July 16th 2-4 p.m. A Prayer service was held at 4:00 p.m. Pastor Roger Louks officiated.
The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo Served the family.
Online condolences may be made to www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Leona Finke, 99
Leona E. Finke, age 99, formerly of Rogers and St. Michael passed away on July 17, 2022, at the Villa of Osseo.
She was born in Hassan Township, Hennepin County on July 9, 1923, the daughter of Herman and Mathilda (Scherer) Liebau.
On June 22, 1946, Leona Liebau was joined in holy marriage to Elmer Finke at the Rectory of St. Martin’s Church in Rogers.
Mr. and Mrs. Finke engaged in dairy and hog farming for many years. Elmer Finke preceded his wife in death on July 24, 1997.
Leona enjoyed flowers, cooking, baking, and spending time with her family.
Leona is survived by her children Harold (Marcy) Finke, Ruth Lucht and John (Sandy) Finke; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and a great-great-grandson.
In addition to her husband, Leona was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers; six sisters; a son and daughter-in-law Gerald and Carol Finke; grandson Michael Finke; great-grandson Payton Larson; and son-in-law Emil Lucht.
Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday, July 22, 2022, at 11:30 a.m. at Mary Queen of Peace – St. Martin Campus in Rogers. Father Mark Pavlik will be the Celebrant. No flowers, please. Interment will be held at St. Martin Cemetery, Rogers, MN. Visitation will be held at the church one hour prior to Mass.
Honorary Casket Bearer will be David Finke.
Casket Bearers will be grandsons Bret Finke, Jeff Finke, Mark Lucht, George Lucht, Brian Finke, and Brandon Finke.
The Peterson Chapel, St. Michael/Albertville Funeral Home assisted the family with funeral arrangements. On-line condolences can be made at www.thepetersonchapel.com.
Dorothy Griffin, 83
In Remembrance of Dorothy Ann Griffin - January 17, 1939 to July 6, 2022
Dorothy and family moved from the Twin Cities to Maple Lake in 1990, where she began a new life after her husband died while still helping to raise her granddaughter. She began her journey at Marketplace Buffalo working for her beloved Manager Connie and owner Marv, whom she respected and appreciated immensely for providing the full-time opportunity and standing behind her in old age until she retired. Shortly after it converted to Cub, where she became affectionately known as the “Cub Lady” to many of the patrons she graciously served with enthusiasm and respect at her checkout lane. Opinionated as she certainly was, she never missed an opportunity to share tips and sales events that might benefit the elderly that she never rushed, or the less fortunate whose funds were sparse, and she especially adored the children she’d try to soothe while the mothers were busily unpacking and repacking. Many would wait to go through her lane and then take the time to fill out comment cards acknowledging the wonderful service she provided them until she retired at 72. Yet many inquired about her for years to follow. She loved her work to which she often referred to as her social life, as well as everyone she encountered through it, always missing the camaraderie she shared with them. Mother, you will be loved forever!
Dorothy is survived by son, Kelly Griffin; granddaughter and spouse, Holly (Griffin) and Jake Westling; brother, Richard; sister, June; and nephew’s family, Joby and Christy, Meaghan, Joseph, and Isabella Novak.
She was preceded by husband, William; daughter, Dawn Griffin; her parents, Joseph and Kathryn (Thury); brothers, Edward and spouse, Annette, and Robert Novak.
Funeral service was held on Monday, July 18, 2022, at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis, with visitation at 1:00 p.m., service was 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m., followed by burial at 2:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Washburn McReavy Funeral Home served the family. Cards accepted to family: To the Family of Dorothy Griffin, PO Box 822, Maple Lake, MN 55358. Memorials may be given to your charity of choice.
God rest your soul, Dorothy.
Lloyd Johnson, 76
Lloyd R. Johnson, age 76, of Annandale, died Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at his home in Southside Township with has family at his side.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 22, 2022 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Annandale with visitation one hour prior to the service. Pastor Alex Becker will officiate. The service will be livestreamed on the funeral home website.
Lloyd Rossiter Johnson was born July 2, 1945 in St. Cloud to Robert and June (Rossiter) Johnson. He grew up in Annandale. He graduated from Richfield High School with the Class of 1963 and earned his associates degree from the University of Minnesota in 1965. On October 18, 1966, he was united in marriage to Maria Hicks in St. Paul.
Lloyd was drafted into the US Army, leaving for Officer Candidate School shortly after their wedding. He then served in Germany and Korea. He was honorably discharged from active duty in 1971 as a Captain. He entered the reserves, served as commander of the Buffalo 353rd Reserve Unit, and was discharged from the reserves in 1987 as a Major. Maria and Lloyd raised their family in Minneapolis, retiring to the family farm in Annandale in 2005.
Lloyd was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Annandale and a former member of Trinity Lutheran of Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis. At St. John’s, he was active with the Men’s Bible Study and served as a confirmation teacher. He earned the Silver Beaver Award for his work as a volunteer adult leader for Troops 11 and 354 of the Boy Scouts of America. Lloyd loved to work with, carve, and burn wood. He was very knowledgeable, enjoyed reading and trivia. Lloyd could always be relied on to learn something new and to share knowledge with others.
He is survived by his wife, Maria; children, Tonya (Ben) Nicholie of St. Paul, Eric Johnson (Heather) of Annandale, and Adam Johnson of Minneapolis; ten grandchildren, Devin, Sean, Seth, Yorick, Nathan, Gunner, Stormi, Luke, Ransom, and Chance; great-grandchild, Ava; and brother, Robin (Deanna) Johnson of Desert Hot Springs, CA. He was preceded in death by his parents.
The urn bearers will Sean, Seth, Eric and Adam Johnson. The Annandale Boy Scout Troop 354 will serve as honorary urn bearers. Arrangements are entrusted with Dingmann Funeral Care Burial Cremation Services of Annandale.
Obituary, Tribute Wall, Video Tribute and Service Webcast online at www.dingmannfuneral.com.
Janet Middagh, 83
Janet Helen Middagh (Endres) of Monticello and formerly Buffalo, passed away on July 11, 2022. She was born July 31, 1938, in Albertville, MN, the daughter of Isador and Martha Endres (Gilles).
On June 16, 1962, Gordon Middagh and Janet Endres were united in Holy matrimony at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Buffalo by Father Anthony Muskala. This marriage was blessed with two children, Barb and Jerry. Janet worked 33 years doing payroll for G&K Services in Minneapolis.
Jan enjoyed her younger years camping and fishing with family and friends. She bowled in a league for many years and traveled out of state to compete in multiple tournaments, bringing home several trophies. Jan also loved to play cribbage and cards, especially five hundred, with friends and relatives.
Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon and parents, Isador and Martha Endres.
She is survived by her children, Barbara (Gregory) Taack of Carver and Gerald (Lisa) Middagh of Hanover; grandchildren, Jacob (Gennie) Middagh of Bainbridge, GA and Thomas Middagh (Gabby Gardner) of Buffalo; great grandchildren, Henley, Mckinley, Brynley and baby Middagh (due December 2022); siblings, Lawrence Endres, Elizabeth Beissel, Janice Holland, Leo (Marcia) Endres and Paul (Karen) Endres; stepdaughters, Linda (Richard) Sturges of Silver Lake and Jeanette Stoddard of Buffalo; step grandchildren, Matthew (Robin) Stoddard, Nicholas (Brittney) Stoddard, great grandchildren, Elliot, Madi, Charlie, Malachi and Levi, and many nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, July 21, 2022, at 11:00 AM with visitation one hour prior at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Buffalo with Father Nathaniel Meyers as celebrant. Urn bearers will be Jacob & Thomas Middagh. Interment will be at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Buffalo, MN.
Arrangements were entrusted to The Peterson Chapel in Buffalo, MN.
