GRASSTON — With profound sadness and deep love, we announce the passing of Terry Dean Anderson, a proud and decorated two-time Purple Heart veteran who honorably served in the United States Army; a beloved husband, father, cherished grandfather, and great-grandfather. Terry passed away ...

BLUE EARTH— A time for remembering and celebrating the life of Deeneen C. Johnson, 61, of Blue Earth, Minn., formerly of Fairmont, Minn., will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with lunch and refreshments served on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, at Lakeview Funeral Home in Fairmont, Minn. Deeneen ...

BETTENDORF, Iowa — Linda G. Paplinski, 85, a resident of Bettendorf, Iowa died peacefully at home on Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025, surrounded by her daughters, Leslie and Vicki. Linda was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania on Nov. 2, 1940, the daughter of Charles and Maree (Biddle) Usselton. The ...

MOUNTAIN LAKE — Michael E. "Mike" Bettin, age 72, of Mountain Lake, died on Dec. 27, 2025. The Sinn Family Celebration of Life Center is assisting with funeral arrangements.

NORTHFIELD— Roberta “Bobbi” McLaughin, age 79, was born on May 24, 1946, and passed away peacefully on Dec. 29, 2025, in Northfield, Minn. Nothing in Bobbi’s life brought her more joy than her family. She was the proud mother of her son, Jeff (Tara) Koons, and their children Ciaradh, ...

COMFREY — Jean Marie Betchwars Swift passed away peacefully on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025, in Jackson, Minn., following a brief illness. Visitation will be on Monday, Jan. 5, 2026, from 10 to 11 am at St. Paul Catholic Church in Comfrey, Minn. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 am at St. ...