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Judy Ann (Backer) Lundgreen

FAIRMONT — Judy Ann (Backer) Lundgreen, age 84 of Fairmont, Minn., suddenly passed away on April 10, 2024, at St. Joseph, Miss. Judy was born to Alex Backer and Helen (Wasmiller) Backer on Feb. 17, 1940, in Torrington, Wyo. She grew up on a farm in Huntley, Wyo., and attended school there ...

Hermie Geerdes

JACKSON — We are saddened to announce the passing of Hermie Geerdes, 83, of Jackson, Minn. and formally of Trimont, Minn. A Funeral Service for Geerdes will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16 at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Trimont, Minn. Geerdes was called to his eternal rest on ...

Ardyce J. Meyer

FAIRMONT — Services for Ardyce J. Meyer, 88, of Montgomery, Minn., formerly of Fairmont, Minn., will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, at the Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont, Minn.. Burial will be following the service in Fairview Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to ...

Hermie Geerdes

JACKSON — We are saddened to announce the passing of Hermie Geerdes, 83, of Jackson, Minn. formally of Trimont, Minn. Geerdes passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Sanford Medical Center, Sioux Falls, S.D. The funeral arrangements are pending at Kramer Family Funeral Home of Trimont, Sherburn, and Welcome.

Kyle L. Jaqua

MANKATO — Kyle L. Jaqua, 65, of Mankato, Minn., passed away Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at his home in Mankato. Per his wishes, no services will be held. Kyle is survived by his two sisters, Kim Ehlert and Kris Head; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Lakeview Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Willis A. Eberline

BLUE EARTH — Willis Arlo Eberline, 77, of Blue Earth, passed away at home on Monday, April 7, 2025, from COPD. The family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, April 14, at Patton Funeral Home. A private burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery. Online condolences can be left at www.pattonfh.com. Willis was born Feb. 17, 1948, to Victor and Veanna (Stoner) Eberline in Blue Earth. He lived and farmed the family homestead for over 50 years. He retired in 2020. He also served in the National Guard. On July 2, 1983, he married Carol Ogilvie, and together they farmed and ...