Ethel Ione (Miller) Reistad, age 101 of Morristown was called to be with her Savior on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at the New Richland Care Center.
Lois J. (Hoffman) Kletschka, 73, Waterville, died Wednesday, September 26, 2018, at the Janesville Nursing Home in Minnesota under hospice care after a long illness.
Lois was born September 12, 1945, to the late Arthur and Margret Hoffman in Wausau, WI. On June 20, 1998 she married Eugene H. Kletschka at Bray Park in Madison Lake, MN. Lois and Gene made lots of great memories on their many camping and casino adventures. They especially loved spending time with family and friends.
The 2018 WEM Homecoming Candidates were announced Wednesday, Sept. 26. Five senior girls and five senior boys have been chosen by their classmates as Homecoming Royalty. The Queen and King will be voted on by the high school students next week. The winners will be announced during the WEM Homecoming Coronation Monday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m. Queen candidates are Addie Atherton, Sarah Best, Claire Buscho, Morgan Nusbaum, and Kayleen Stangler. King candidates are Collin Adank, Dawson Bauer, Gabe Malecha, Devin Morris, and Jayson Schneider.
Bruce J. Cummins, age 67 of Le Sueur, died Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at the VA Hospital in Minneapolis. Memorial service is11a.m. on Wednesday, October 3, at St. Anne’s Church, Le Sueur. Visitation is Tuesday, October 2 at Kolden Funeral Home, Le Sueur from 4-7 p.m., and burial is in St. Anne’s Cemetery, Le Sueur.
Lowell J. Nutter, age 80 of Elysian died on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at his home.
The WEM volleyball team placed 3rd in the Class A Minnesopta Showcase Volleyball Tourney which was played Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22 at Burnsville. The Bucs defeated MACCRAY, Lewiston-Altura, and Windom Area in pool play. In the Gold Championship bracket, WEM was defeated by Mayer Lutheran, which was their first loss of the season. In the third place match, the Bucs edged Wabasso. Mayer Lutheran is the two-time defending Class A State Champions and are in the same section as WEM (16-1 overall record). The Bucs will host Blooming Prairie Thursday, Sept.
The WEM football team won its 3rd straight game Friday, Sept. 21, shutting out Norwood-Young America 27-0. Wyatt Storch scored a rushing touchdown and returned an interception for a score to lead the Buccaneers. WEM is 3-1 overall and 3-0 in the Blue Sub-District, tied for the top spot with NRHEG and Maple River. WEM will play at NRHEG Friday, Sept. 28. This will be the Panther's Homecoming game. For more on the win over NYA check out the Sept. 27 edition of the LIFE/Enterprise.
Starla Lynn (Hillman) Johnson, 60, of Waseca died Thursday, September 20, 2018 at her home, surrounded by her loved ones, those dearest to her heart.
Angie Dahle, age 86, of Waterville formerly of Waseca, passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, September 22, 2018 at Traditions in Waterville.
Mass of Christian Burial was at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at Church of the Sacred Heart in Waseca with Fr. Gregory Leif as Celebrant. Interment followed in Calvary Cemetery.
A detour will be going into effect at the intersection of New Prague’s Main Street (Highway 19) and Union Pacific Railroad’s crossings beginning next week. While the sign says it will be Monday, Oct. 1, a press release from the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says the detour begins Wednesday, Oct. 3, as crews will be working to replace two railroad crossings for the Union Pacific Railroad located between Highway 21 and Third Avenue Northwest.
As officials continue to assess the damages throughout Rice County, they are encountering a significant amount traffic congestion due to high volumes of on lookers in the damaged areas. In a press release to area news outlets, they would like people to stay away from the areas.
A tornado ripped thru the Lake Region area Thursday night, Sept. 20. Numerous trees are down and some damage to buildings has been reported.
George Alan Vanzee, previously of the Owatonna area, is currently being held in the Ottertail County Jail in Fergus Falls. Vanvee, age 51, has been identified as the individual involved in the January 7th, 2018 break-ins at Tucker's Tavern, Fischer's Corner Bar, and the Thirsty Beaver, all in Elysian. On September 5th, a Le Sueur County Sheriff's Office investigator interviewed Vanzee, who admitted to breaking into the three Elysian bars, looking for money.
John J. Moore, age 77 left us Tuesday, September 4, 2018. At his side was the one person that brought him comfort, love, and companionship, his wife of 41 years, Dee.
A new playground has been constructed at Babe Nordmeier Baseball Field in Morristown. Funds for this new play area was donated by the Morristown Commercial Club, Morristown Fire Department, and Morristown Sons of American Legion. A play structure, swing sets, monkey bars, spring riders, and a merry-go-round are among the new items added. Check out the Sept. 20 edition of the LIFE/Enterprise for more on the new playgound.
