Obituaries

Marge Miranowski was born on March 30, 1932, in Marshfield, Wisconsin to Nick and Eldora Michels Henseler. She grew up in Bakersville, WI until 1936 when the family moved to Worthington, MN where Marge graduated from Worthington High School in 1950.

Jane Giese was born on January 19, 1939, in Slayton, Minnesota to Lester and Lois Hopkins Cohrs. She grew up in Westbrook, MN and graduated from Westbrook High School in 1957. On July 27, 1957, she and John Giese were married at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Currie, MN. Following their marriage, they made their home in Westbrook until 1972 when they moved to Pipestone, MN. In 1974 the family moved to Slayton, MN. John passed away on November 16, 2014. In December 2023 Jane moved to Edgebrook Care Center in Edgerton, MN. She passed away there on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the age of 87. She was a member of St. Ann’s Church in Slayton. Jane enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren, golfing, knitting, crocheting, sewing and oil painting.

Larry Lee Betz, the son of Lawrence and Lela (Frohwein) Betz, was born on October 14, 1941, in Sheldon, IA. He grew up in Sheldon and attended school before moving to Avoca, MN and then graduated from the Slayton High School in 1960. Larry was united in marriage to Darlene Dirks on July 3, 1965. They started their adventures in Avoca, MN with their 4 children, making pit stops in Brewster, MN and Paonia, Co. They then returned and settled in Avoca, MN where he could enjoy activities with his kids and grand kids. Larry served in the Army National Guard. He worked as a truck driver and retired in 2013 from Buffalo Ridge Concrete. Larry passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Maple Lawn Senior Care in Fulda at the age of 84, surrounded by many loved ones. He was a member of St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Fulda. Larry enjoyed dirt track racing with his boys, hunting, camping and reading all the Louis L’Amour books. He was always looking and ready for any new adventure he could come up with.

Raymon Harold Randall, age 84 of Tracy, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Ava’s House in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral Services was held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 27th, 2026 at the Tracy Area Funeral Home, Tracy, MN, with visitation one prior to service. Interment is in Tracy City Cemetery in Tracy, MN. Online condolences may be sent at www.stephensfuneralservice. com. Stephens Funeral Service – Tracy Area Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Corstiaan “Corky” Van Eck was born on January 7, 1930 to Bastiaan and Annie (Van’t Hof) Van Eck on a farm near Chandler, MN and passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Luverne, MN. He lived a life dedicated to his family and his work.

Cornelius “Casey” John Lolkus, of St. Cloud, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, at the age of 86, following complications from myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS).

Janice Carol Schei, age 86, of Luverne, Minnesota, died on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at the Luverne Hospice Cottage. Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at Grace Lutheran Church in Luverne from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Monday, January 19, 2026 at Grace Lutheran Church at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at Maplewood Cemetery in Luverne. Arrangements are under the care of Hartquist Funeral Home - Luverne Chapel. Please visit www.hartquistfuneral.com to view Janice’s life history and to sign an online registry.

Julie Severson was born on July 23, 1967, in Slayton, Minnesota to James “Jim” and Marilou Clauson Christensen. She grew up in Slayton and graduated from Slayton High School in 1985. Following high school Julie attended Stewarts School of hair in Sioux Falls, SD graduating in 1986. Julie worked as a server at several area restaurants over the years. She was last employed at the Grain Exchange in Slayton. Due to health reasons, Julie retired in the fall of 2025. Julie passed away at her home with her family by her side on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 58. She was a member of St. Ann’s Church in Slayton. Julie enjoyed spending time with her family, children, and grandchildren, watching her grandchildren’s events, watching the Minnesota Vikings, woodworking crafts, painting rocks, and her cats, Rio and Razz.

Kathryn Rachel Crews was born on October 31, 1936, to Fred and Mabel Schumm in Graham Lakes Township near Kinbrae, MN. Kathryn grew up on the family farm, attended local country school, and graduated from Fulda High School. After graduation, Kathryn married Joseph Meyers, and they later divorced. Kathryn married Mel Morrison in 1978, then moved to Sylvan Shores, Browerville, MN in 1980. After Mel passed away Kathryn moved to Staples. Because of her declining health, Kathryn’s family moved her to Havenwood of Buffalo in 2024. Havenwood provided her with the care she needed, and she was closer to her family.

Janet Hart was born on June 2, 1933, in Gruver, Iowa to William and Alice Ramsey Higinbotham. In 1937 the family moved to Arnolds Park, IA for a short time before moving to Estherville, IA where Janet graduated from Estherville High School. Following high school Janet worked for Dr. Kitchen and later at Holy Family Hospital. On June 19, 1958, she and Harold Hart were married at the United Presbyterian Church in Estherville. Following their marriage, they made their home on the Hart family farm in Fenton Township near Chandler, MN. They remained on the farm until 2001 when they moved to Slayton, MN. Harold passed away on November 18, 2016. In June 2018 Janet moved to Maple Lawn Senior Care in Fulda. She passed away there on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the age of 92. Janet was a member of the Iona Presbyterian Church in Iona, MN where she served as President of the Ladies Aid, and taught Sunday School and Bible School. She also was a member of the Friendly Birthday Club. Janet enjoyed visiting with family and Friends, and crafts.