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Carol A. Bigaouette Emil Ashauer Emil Ashauer, 102, a resident of Kingsway Retirement Living in Belle Plaine, passed away on January 5, 2016. Funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 9 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine. Rev. John Meyer officiated. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at church on Saturday morning. Interment was in Oakwood Cemetery in Belle Plaine. Emil was born June 5, 1913 in Lidgerwood, North Dakota to Herman and Marie (Krieger) Ashauer. They moved to Minnesota when Emil was young. Emil had three brothers and two sisters. He graduated from Belle Plaine High School in 1931 as class salutatorian and learned the plumbing trade during and after his high school years. After a tour of duty with the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers in the South Pacific and New Guinea during WWII, he returned to Belle Plaine where he started Emil’s Plumbery. He retired in 1975 and enjoyed traveling, socializing, golfing, gardening and many other activities. After retirement he wintered in McAllen, Texas, driving back and forth from Belle Plaine until well into his 90’s. Emil was an active participant in the life of the community. He was an associate member of the Commercial Club, a charter member of the development corporation, the historical society and the Rotary Club. In his early years he achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in Belle Plaine’s first Boy Scout troop. He is survived by his second wife, Viola Dahlke of Belle Plaine; sister, Elsie Stueber of Albuquerque, New Mexico; step-children, Robert Dahlke of Belle Plaine, Janice (Dick) Schense of Belle Plaine, Fern Dahlke (Joe Tessmer) of Atlanta, Georgia; as well as nieces and nephews; step-grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren. Emil is preceded in death by his first wife, Faith Simon, who passed away in 1988.
Carol A. Bigaouette, 83, of Belle Plaine, passed away on Thursday, January 7, 2016, at The Lutheran Home in Belle Plaine. We will celebrate her life at a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m., Thursday, January 14 at St. John’s Catholic Church, 26523 200th St. in Belle Plaine. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at church. Please join us after Mass for a luncheon. Interment will be in Assumption Catholic Cemetery at a later date. Carol was born June 14, 1932, to Carl and Marie (Kaiser) Lambrecht of Jordan, MN. where she grew up and graduated from Jordan High School in 1950. On September 15, 1951, she married the love of her life, Larry Bigaouette, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Jordan. She was the perfect farm wife. When she wasn’t in the garden or out in the fields, she could be found in the kitchen cooking or canning. Carol was a devoted mother to Rick, David, and Debra. She was an amazing seamstress, and some of her best creations were the dance outfits she made for their dance competitions. Years later, they gave up their dancing shoes for Button Boxes. They formed a band called the Button Box 3 and entertained around the area and in Mesa, AZ, where they wintered for over 20 years. Carol is now reunited with her husband Larry; her son, David, parents; and brothers. She will be missed by her son, Rick (Julie) Bigaouette of Prior Lake; her daughter, Debra (Tom Smiley) Murphy of Red Wing; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; sister, Doris Peterson of White Bear Lake; and brother, Chuck (Mary Ann) Lambrecht of El Cajon, CA; and the many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. koldenfuneralhome.com
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Leonard J. Fogarty Leonard Jerome Fogarty, 87, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on January 12, 2016. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, January 14 and also from 12-1 p.m. on Friday, January 15 at Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic Church in Belle Plaine. Celebration of his life Mass will follow at 1 p.m. Father Roger Hessian and Father Brian Lynch will concelebrate. There will be a private interment at Sacred Heart Cemetery. He was born to Michael J and Elizabeth Fogarty. He was the youngest of 12 children. Len attended District 53 Country School and graduated from Belle Plaine High School in 1946. He served in the Army for 21 months, at which time he returned home to farm. On June 22, 1957 he married Pat Gaffney at Sacred Heart Church. They were blessed with five daughters, Kim (Neal) Newman of Red Wing, Sheila (Dave) Herrmann of Belle Plaine, Maureen (Bill) Daehn of Brooklyn Park, JoAnn (Bob) Malz of Jordan and Jill (Jeff) Cavanaugh of Manitowoc, WI. He was the very proud grandfather of 12 grandchildren. In 1964 he became an employee at the Belle Plaine Post Office as a letter carrier. After 27 years he retired on January 31, 1992. Len was an active Knights of Columbus member. He served as Grand Knight for two years and treasurer for 18 years. He was an active volunteer at Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic Church as a Minister of Eucharist. He also volunteered for Meals on Wheels for many years. Len was a cherished husband, father, grandfather and loved by many. Len is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Beth, Mary, Brigid, Sarah; and brothers, Michael, Thomas, Joseph, John, Patrick, Leo and David. The family wishes memorials to be sent to Our Lady of Peace Cancer Home, Attn: Development Office, 2076 St. Anthony Avenue, St. Paul, MN 551045096.
Gary L. Bandel Gary Lee Bandel, 68, of Belle Plaine, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2016 surrounded by his family. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 14, 2016 at Our Lady of the Prairie Catholic Church in Belle Plaine. Fr. Brian Lynch will officiate. Visitation will be one hour prior to Mass at the Church. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Belle Plaine. Gary was born in Rochester MN on June 16, 1947. Gary was kind and gentle, and enjoyed people, both old friends and new. He was proud to have served his country in Vietnam. He was honorably discharged with a Purple Heart, among other medals. Gary worked for many years in the auto-body industry. He enjoyed classic car shows and rebuilding his own cars. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing. Gary and Carolyn loved to travel. This past fall they had completed the final leg of their exploration of the Oregon Trail. They enjoyed their vacations in Florida. The love of Gary’s life the past few years were his grandchildren, Charlotte and Calvin. They have brought hours of joy to their grandparents. He was a loving brother, husband, father and grandfather. Gary will be deeply missed by his wife, Carolyn (Morrisette) Bandel; mother, Ida Bandel; son, Gary Lee Bandel; daughter-in-law, Melissa (Thuening) Bandel; grandchildren, Charlotte and Calvin Bandel; brothers; sisters; nieces and nephews. Gary is preceded in death by his father, Newton Bandel; and brother, Ron Bandel.
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Our Lady of The Prairie Catholic Church - Belle Plaine Fr. Brian Lynch 952-873-6564 St. John Lutheran Church 148 S. Chestnut Street Belle Plaine, MN 56011 Pastor Mark Johnson Pastor Sarah Timian sjlc@frontiernet.net 952-873-6492 Wednesday, Jan. 13 4:30 Youth Choir 5:00 Feed My Starving Children 6:30 Worship Choir Thursday, Jan. 14 7:00 Executive Committee Friday, Jan. 15 12:00 Student Council Retreat Saturday, Jan. 16 7:00 Weight Watchers Sunday, Jan. 17 Holy Communion 8 & 10:30 a.m. Worship 9:15 Sunday School 12:00 Party-Eppen Monday, Jan. 18 8:00 Men’s Bible Study 6:30 Boy Scouts Tuesday, Jan. 19 1:00 Quilting 7:00 Book Club Wednesday, Jan. 20 4:30 Youth Choir 5:00 Pizza 6:00 Confirmation & Connect 6:30 Worship Choir Sand Creek Baptist Church Loving Serving and Obeying Christ Currently Meeting at 312 Water St., Jordan 9 a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship & Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service Oratory of St. Thomas the Apostle - Jessenland Father Sam Perez 507-248-3550 Thursdays: Mass at 5 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church 219 W. Main Street, B.P. 952-873-2966 Pastor Don Genereux www.fpcbelleplaine.org fpcbelleplaine@frontiernet. net Inspirational Message Line 952-583-3302 January 17 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time 9:00 am Worship Service & Sunday School Pastor Don is on medical leave through April 10, 2016. Pulpit Supply Pastor and Moderator of Session Rev. David Maghakian West Union Lutheran Church 15820 Market Ave. Cologne, MN 55315 Church: 952-466-5678 westunion1@juno.com Pastor: Richard Braun Wednesday, Jan. 13 6:30 p.m. Confirmation 7 p.m. Choir Saturday, Jan. 16 7:30 a.m. Men’s Group Sunday, Jan. 17 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Sunday School R: Sandy Johnson A: Alex Mika Monday, Jan. 18 10:00 a.m. Newsletter articles due Wednesday, Jan. 20 6:30 p.m. Confirmation 7 p.m. Choir Holy Family Academy & Chapel Traditional Latin Mass 10679 182nd St., Belle Plaine, MN 56011 (952) 873-2582 or 873-6613 (coord.) Fr. Otto Keiser Sundays 2:15 p.m. Confessions 2:40 p.m. Rosary / 3 p.m. Mass Academy Mass - call for times
River Rock Church Sunday Worship Service, Children’s Church & Nursery at Chatfield Elem. School, 330 S. Market St. riverrockchurch.com (952) 873-5453 PO Box 184 Belle Plaine, MN 56011
Delores M. Hafemann
other relatives and friends. Casket Bearers were Delores’ grandchildren. Cross Bearer was Laura Becker. Delores M. Hafemann, 80, of New Germany passed away Arrangements were with Monday, January 4, 2016 at her the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia. wwwjohnsonfh.com home in New Germany. Funeral Service was Thursday January 7 at 1 p.m. at St. Mark Lutheran Church in New Germany with Rev. LeRoy LaPlant officiating. Visitation was from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Interment was at St. Mark Lutheran Cemetery in New Germany. Delores May Frances (Bessel) Hafemann was born on May 11, 1935 in Minneapolis, MN the daughter of Paul and Ida (Schultz) Bessel. She was baptized June 9, 1935 and confirmed in 1947 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine by Rev. P.J. Haupt. Delores went to country grade school #25 near Belle Paine and later graduated from Belle Plaine High School class of 1953. On June 10, 1955, Delores was united in marriage to Ortwin F. Hafemann at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Belle Plaine by Marjorie M. Mollenhauer, 85, Rev. Herder. of Le Sueur passed away on Delores was a faithful member Sunday, January 3, 2016 at the of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Minnesota Valley Health Care New Germany. She enjoyed Center. gardening, sewing, farm ani- Memorial services were at mals, and Sunday afternoon noon on Thursday, January 7 at drives. But, most of all she Zion United Church of Christ loved her family. Delores es- in Le Sueur. Interment at a pecially cherished the time she later date, will be in the Mound spent with her grandchildren Cemetery, Le Sueur. Visitation and when it was time to leave was three hours prior to the sershe never said good bye, it was vices at the church Thursday. always “see you later”. Kolden Funeral Home was in Some of her other hobbies charge of the arrangements. were fishing, taking pictures, She was born April 16, 1930 bird watching, crafting her to Charles and Mabel (Parks) special cards for her family for Mutch in rural St. Peter. She special occasions and going out attended District 50 country to eat. school and graduated from St. Delores is preceded in death by Peter High School in 1947. her parents, Paul and Ida Bes- Marge worked for the Johnson sel; grandson, Baby Hafemann; Overall Factory and Wholesale sisters, Violet Stier, Florence House for three years. (Harold) Otto; brothers, Warren She was united in marriage on Bessel, Roy Bessel, Willie Bes- August 14, 1950 to Allen Molsel; brothers-in-law, Joe Madlo lenhauer at Zion United Church and Norman Mielke. of Christ in Le Sueur. After her Delores is survived by her children were born she returned loving family; husband, Ortwin to the Johnson Overall Factory Hafemann; children, Susan in 1956, then to the Green GiHafemann of Norwood Young ant Field Office. In 1961 she America, Linda (David) Beck- began working in the office of er of Mayer, Steven (Amy) the LeSueur Public School until Hafemann of New Germany, 1991 when she retired. Douglas (Julie) Hafemann of She is survived by her husNew Germany, Karen (Marlyn) band, Allen; son, James of LeLoehrs of Cologne; grand- Sueur and daughter, (Alainna) children, Brian Becker, Laura Jane (Allan) Holmes of Sioux Becker, Jeremy Hafemann (fi- Falls, SD; three grandchildren; ancée Alyssa), Jason Hafemann and six great-grandchildren; (special friend, Samantha), sister, Shirley Bradshaw of Jared Hafemann, Reid Hafe- Colorado Springs, CO. mann (special friend, Miranda), She is preceded in death by Kimberly Hafemann, Jennifer parents; sisters, Lora Homer (Zach) Seibert, Kristine Loehrs and Loretta Mithuen; and three (special friend, Tyler); great- brothers, Robert, Walter and grandson, Noah Becker; sis- Gordon Mutch. ter, Rose Madlo of Le Center; sisters-in-law, Mabel Bessel of Lonsdale, Virginia Bessel of Belle Plaine, Glenna Mielke of Arlington; nieces, nephews,
Zion Lutheran Church & School 14745 County Road 153 Cologne, MN 55322 952-466-3379 e-mail: brendathompsonzion@ gmail.com Pastor: Eric Zacharias Wednesday, 13th email: staff@riverrockchurch.com 9:30 AM *“What is Islam?” Lead Pastor Rev. Chris Teien 5:30 PM Confirmation Associate Pastor Dan Jetto 6:15 PM Evening Meal (*Please call for small groups 7:00 PM *“What is Islam?” locations) Thursday, 14th *330 S. Market St. 10:15 AM Chapel at the Harbor **124 W. Main St. Sunday, 17th Wednesday, Jan 13 8:45 AM Sunday School For 6:30pm Kids Adventure Club* Families 6:30pm Jr. High Youth Group* 9:30 AM Worship 7:00pm Sr High Youth Group** Monday, 18th Friday, Jan 15 7:00 PM Finance Meeting 10am Women’s Bible Study** 8:00 PM Voters Meeting Saturday, Jan 16 Tuesday, 19th 8:00am Prayer Meeting** 7:30 PM Evangelism Meeting Sunday, Jan 17 Girls Basketball vs. Hamburg 9:30am Coffee, Food and Wednesday, 20th Fellowship Time 9:30 AM *“What is Islam?” 10am Worship Service* 5:30 PM Confirmation Monday, Jan 18 6:15 PM Evening Meal 7pm Mens Galatians Bible Study* 7:00 PM *“What is Islam?” Wednesday, Jan 20 6:30pm Kids Adventure Club* Redeemer Lutheran Church 6:30pm Jr. High Youth Group* 14226 W. 280th Street, 7:00pm Sr High Youth Group** Henderson, Pr. Diane Goulson St. Joseph Catholic Church 507-665-2932 213 South 6th Street On Highway 19, 2 miles East Henderson, MN 56044 of Highway 169 507-248-3550 Wednesday, January 13 & 6:30 pm Confirmation St. John-Assumption Parish Thursday, January 14 26523 200th Street Noon LS-H Ministerial Belle Plaine, MN 56011 7:00 pm LifeTree Café, LS Mall, Father Sam The Branch 507-248-3550 Saturday, January 16 Sundays: 10 a.m. Mass 9:00 – Noon Quilting, Tying, Knitting, Crocheting Noon Potluck 12:45 pm Bible Study (Joel) 1:30 pm WELCA & Brotherhood meetings Subscribe to the Belle Plaine Herald Sunday, January 17 $26.00/in state or $30.00/out of state 8:30 am Sunday School, Teen pays for one year subscription Times, Adult Education
Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church 500 West Church Street Belle Plaine, MN 56011 952-873-6545 Pastor John H. Meyer Pastor Timothy Redfield www.trinitybelleplaine.org Wednesday, January 13 6 p.m. Catechism Class 6&8 p.m. Interactive Faith Bible Study Online 7:30 p.m. Membership Class Thursday, January 14 7 p.m. Midweek Worship Service with Communion Friday, January 15 5:30 p.m. Home Basketball Games vs. Good Shepherd, Burnsville Sunday, January 17 8 a.m. Bible Study 9 a.m. Worship Service with Communion (Usher Team 5/ Video: Meuleners) 10 a.m. Coffee Hour (TLCWM January Hospitality Team) 10:30 a.m. Adult Bible Study, STiC Bible Study, Sunday School 6:30 p.m. Senior Choir Monday, January 18 No School 7 p.m. Financial Stewardship Committee Meeting 7 p.m. Men’s Bible Study at Kingsway 7 p.m. Women’s Spiritual Enrichment at Kingsway Tuesday, January 19 1p.m. Trinity Knotters 7 p.m. Council Meeting Wednesday, January 20 6 p.m. Catechism Class 6&8 p.m. Interactive Faith Bible Study Online 7:30 p.m. Membership Class
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9:30 am Worship 10:30 am Annual Meeting 11:30 am Potluck Tuesday, January 19 10:00 am Prayer meeting & 10:30 am Text Study Wednesday, January 20 6:30 pm Confirmation St. Paul’s United Church of Christ 111 S. 6th Street, Henderson Pastor-Deb Meyer 507-248-3594 (Office) Jan. 17 10am Worship
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