Local Obituaries for Families in Rochester, MN
Akshath Singh
Jul 16, 2026
Akshath Sai Kishore Singh was 27 years young when an unforeseen accident took his life on July 16, 2026. He was living in Dallas, TX, pursuing his dream of becoming a pilot through the American Airlines cadet program.
Akshath embodied authenticity and took life in stride with his happy-go-lucky outlook. He was warm and dependable, like the Sun. His smile was...
Wayne Laverne Myers
Jul 9, 2026
Wayne Myers, 81, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away on July 9, 2026, at St. Mary's hospital with his family by his side.
He was born to Merlin and Wanda Myers on September 20, 1944, in Canton, Illinois. He was drafted into the Army on June 14, 1965, and served in the Special Forces as a Green Beret. Dad received the Parachute...
Thomas Albert Adams
Jul 2, 2026
Thomas "Tom" Adams, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, at Methodist Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Missouri Valley, Iowa on August 6, 1937, Tom spent his early years on farms in both Iowa and Minnesota. Following graduation from high school in Woodbine, Iowa, Tom proudly answered the call to...
Sharon Turner
Jun 28, 2026
The memorial service for Sharon will be at 2:00 pm on July 23rd at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church.
Susan Fauver Johnson
Jun 28, 2026
Susan "Sue" Fauver Johnson passed away peacefully at home June 28, 2026 after a courageous 10-year journey with dementia at the age of 78. Sue was born Susan Marie Fauver in Rochester, Minnesota, to Corald and Myrta Fauver. She grew up in Stewartville, where she graduated from Stewartville High School in 1966 with honors.
Sue's dedication to caring for others was reflected...
Elaine Marie DeMoss
Jun 21, 2026
Elaine (Johnson) DeMoss, 78, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026.
Born in Columbus, Nebraska, Elaine lived a life rooted in faith, family, and kindness. A devoted Lutheran, she found strength and comfort in her faith throughout her life. She was also an avid reader who cherished the joy and inspiration found in books.
Elaine was preceded...
Joe DeClue & Sharon DeClue
Jun 18, 2026
Joe DeClue, October 15, 1950 ~ June 18, 2026
Sharon DeClue, December 1, 1950 ~ June 22, 2026
Joe and Sharon started their life together and married on November 19, 1969. They lived in Oregon until the moved to Minnesota with their children. They eventually settled in Austin where they opened Breckenridge group home. They loved spending time with their grandchildren and...
Darsa Marie Fiek
Jun 16, 2026
Darsa Marie Lenn Fiek passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026 at Edenbrook Pine Haven in Pine Island, her home for 30 years, due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis.
Visitation will be from 4:00pm to 7:00pm on Thursday, June 18, at Maxon Family Cremation & Life Celebrations in Rochester, MN, with a Rosary service at 3:30pm. Mass of Christian Burial...
Ethan Ruden Swanson
Jun 3, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Ethan Swanson on June 3, 2026 at the age of 46. Ethan was a beloved husband to MaKayla and devoted father to Helen and Isaac.
He is survived by his parents, Alan and Lee Swanson; his siblings Aaron, Seth, and Linnea; their families; and many extended family members and...
Richard Carl Enevold
Jun 2, 2026
Richard Carl Enevold, 89, of Red Wing, passed peacefully on June 2, 2026, at his home with his daughter by his side. He was born in Zumbrota, MN, on December 18, 1936, to Thelmar and Olga (Hanson) Enevold.
On April 26, 1958, he married Pamela Lindquist in Red Wing. Their Hay Creek Stable produced several winning show horses and beef cattle.
He...
Darlene Mabel Frederickson
Jun 1, 2026
Darlene Mabel Frederickson passed away June 1st, 2026, at Rochester East Health Services. She was born December 31, 1941, to Harold Spading and Mabel Tillotson in Douglas, MN. She went to Pine Island School where she was in the Thespian Society, learned to write poetry and started her love of clipping newspaper articles. Darlene worked for the State Hospital in...
Michael John Smith
May 27, 2026
Michael "Mike" Smith of St. James, Minnesota, passed away on May 27, 2026, at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. He was 82 years old.
Born November 20, 1943, in St. Paul, he graduated from Cretin High School before attending the University of Minnesota, eventually earning his bachelor's degree in management accounting. Before achieving this milestone, he married Janet "Jan" Zbytovsky...
Sharon Lenore Stetzler
May 26, 2026
Sharon Stetzler, 85, of Rochester passed away on May 26, 2026, at Cottagewood Senior Living Community.
Sharon Lenore Swenson was born February 3, 1941, in Litchfield, MN to Waldemar and Valborg (Fosso) Swenson.
She graduated high school in Hutchinson, MN. Later she attended the University of Minnesota where she studied Psychology. At the U of M, she met then married William...
Jeffrey Edward Notarangelo
May 24, 2026
Mr. Jeffrey Notarangelo, known to family and friends as Jeff, passed away in Rochester, Minnesota, on May 24, 2026 after complications from leukemia. Leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and laughter that will be cherished always.
Jeff was born on January 5, 1964, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Joseph and Joan U. Notarangelo. He lived a life marked by steady...
Daniel Nicholls
May 23, 2026
Daniel John Nicholls, 78 of Rochester, Minnesota passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026 at Samaritan Bethany Home on 8th.
Dan was born June 29, 1947 in Bay City, Michigan to Joyce & William Nicholls. He grew up in Engadine, Michigan.
After High School Dan became a Registered Nurse. He furthered his nursing career by receiving a Doctorate in Education from Montana...
Catherine Ann Adamski
May 18, 2026
Catherine Ann Adamski, age 70, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away on May 18, 2026, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Methodist Campus, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer.
Catherine, who went by “Cat,” was born on March 3, 1956, in Edgar, Wisconsin, the proud daughter of Felix and Agnes (Schueller) Adamski. She grew up completing early morning chores around her parents’...
Judy Lynn Moyer
May 16, 2026
Judy Lynn Hudson Moyer passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16, 2026 at Whitewater Nursing Home in St. Charles, MN. Judy was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend.
Judy was born to Charles "Bill" and Eleanor Beth (Stowe) Hudson in Kansas City, MO on September 13, 1949. At a young age, the family moved to Rochester, MN...
Brian John Stockland
May 15, 2026
Brian John Stockland, 65, of Mankato, Minnesota, died unexpectedly at Mayo Clinic Hospital-Rochester,Saint Marys Campus following open heart surgery on Friday, May 15th.
Son of Sigvald and Vivian Stockland, he was born in Litchfield on February 16th, 1961. He was baptized and confirmed at Grace Lutheran Church in Lake Lillian, MN. Brian graduated in 1979 from Cosmos High School and received...
Steven Lyn Rogers
May 7, 2026
Steven Lyn Rogers, 64, passed away peacefully at his home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. Steve was born in Charles City, Iowa and raised on a farm in Greene, Iowa.Steve graduated at the top of his class at Clarksville High School in 1980 and attended the University of Iowa where he continued his academic success receiving the...
Hugo Fernando Lopez Pallares
May 5, 2026
Hugo Fernando Lopez Pallares.
Funeral service will be held at 11am on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, with visitation one hour prior to service. at Maxon Family Cremation & Life Celebrations.
