Obituaries

Linda M. Paavola

Linda M. Paavola, age 77 of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at the CentraCare Care Center in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Celebration of Life will be held near Grey Eagle on August 5th, 2023. Contact the family for more information.

Linda Mae Burnett was born April 11, 1945 in Elko, Nevada to Chester and Lily (Bouge) Burnett. She was united in marriage to Melvin Paavola on April 27th, 1968 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Santa Barbara, California. Linda loved making memories and with family and friends. Leisure time was spent crocheting or giving the dog treats. Linda was an avid bowler. She could be found at Melrose Bowl, sharing mini chocolates with friends or enjoying a cold beer.

Survivors include her husband, Melvin Paavola of Melrose; two sons, Andy (Karen) Paavola of Sartell and Steve (Theresa) Paavola of Monticello; five grandchildren; two brothers, Milton of California and James (Jim) of Nevada.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Walter and Charles (Chuck).

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.

Herman H. Wielenberg

Herman

H. “Hermie” Wielenberg, age 83 of St. Anthony, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at his home in St. Anthony, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Tuesday, August 1 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in St. Anthony (near Albany) with Rev. Julius Beckermann, O.S.B. officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery.

Herman Henry Wielenberg was born September 6, 1939 in Melrose, Minnesota to Henry and Alvina (Hollermann) Wielenberg. He served his enlistment in the National Guard.

On May 23, 1961 he was united in marriage to Irene Gerads at St. Anthony Catholic Church. The couple began farming north of St. Anthony. Hermie retired from farming and began driving truck for Herdering Inc.

Hermie was a member of the St. Anthony Catholic Church where he was an usher for many years. He enjoyed woodworking, playing cards, reading, deer hunting, fishing, and was a Twins and Vikings fan.

Survivors include his wife, Irene Wielenberg of St. Anthony; sons and daughter, Rich (Jill) Wielenberg of Osakis, Dave (Joyce) Wielenberg of Albany, Cheri Novella of Eagan, Don (Vickie) Wielenberg of Albany, and Duane (Christy) Wielenberg of St. Anthony; daughterin-law, Sandy Wielenberg of St. Anthony; 16 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; brothers and sister, Alvin (Jackie) Wielenberg of Swanville, Millie (Vern) Gerads of Albany, and Herb (Sharon) Wielenberg of Freeport; and brother-in-law, Ray Barthel of Holdingford.

Herman was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Alvina Wielenberg; son, Dan Wielenberg; sister, Hilda Barthel; brother and sister-in-law, Norb (Peggy) Wielenberg; and father and mother-in-law, Nick and Dora Gerads.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

Beverly M. “Bev” Huot

Beverly M. “Bev” Huot (Beilke), age 79 of Sauk Centre, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at the CentraCare Care Center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 5 at Zion Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Marty Porter officiating. Inurnment will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Sauk Centre.

Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday at the church.

Beverly Mary Beilke was born February 8, 1944 in Raymond Township, Stearns County, Minnesota to Otto and Bertha (Kiffmeyer) Beilke. She attended Lakeview School near Pauly Lake through the eighth grade and graduated from Sauk Centre High School. After graduation, she worked for Welle Auto Supply and followed that business to the Twin Cities where she met Larry Huot. The couple married on September 19, 1987 at Zion Lutheran Church in Sauk Centre.

Bev and Larry moved back to Sauk Centre and purchased Lakeview School and turned it into their home. Bev then started working in the kitchen at St. Michael’s Hospital. She was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church where she enjoyed Bible study, serving at church lunches, and was proud to be baptized, confirmed, married, and now buried at the same church. Bev served as Secretary/Treasurer of the Paul F. Donart VFW Post 2853 Auxiliary and was also involved with the American Legion Post 67 where she helped with the fish fries during Lent. Bev enjoyed her Budweiser beer and listening to country and old-time music.

Survivors include her brothers and sisters, Rudy Beilke of Sauk Centre, Betty VanHavermaet of Sauk Centre, Bob (Lila) Beilke of Cold Spring, Dorothy Jacobs of Sauk Centre, Benny (Marie) Beilke of Sauk Centre, and Carol (Roy) Dierkhising of Sauk Centre; sister-in-law, Lorraine Beilke; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Bev was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Huot on September 2, 2009; parents; brothers, Art and John Beilke; sisters, Rosie (Florian) Schmitz, Gertie Beilke, Shirley Beilke, and Jeannette “Jan” Marth; brother-in-laws, Ray VanHavermaet and Don Jacobs; and sisters-inlaw, Janet Beilke, Donna Beilke, and Lois Beilke. Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral and Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

Edward H. Bussmann

Edward H.

“Eddie” Bussmann, age 85 of Melrose, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at his home in Melrose, Minnesota.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, July 31 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose with Rev. Marvin Enneking officiating. Interment was in the parish cemetery with military honors by the Melrose Veterans Honor Guard. The Mass was livestreamed and can be viewed on YouTube channel: Church of St. Mary Melrose.

Edward Henry Bussmann was born September 23, 1937 to Bernard and Elizabeth (Wenker) Bussmann. He graduated from Melrose High School and then enlisted into the U.S. Army. After his service in the Army, he worked at Kraft Foods in Melrose while taking over the family farm. On June 6, 1961 he married Darlene Douvier at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Sauk Centre.

Eddie was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose and the American Legion Post 101. He served as president and on the board of the New Munich Fire Insurance Company. He enjoyed playing cards, doing carpentry work, dancing, going to the casino, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Darlene Bussmann of Melrose; children, Mark Bussmann of Melrose, Sandy (Randy) Stangler of Rogers, Scott (Andrea) Bussmann of Melrose, Brian (Kathy) Bussmann of Grey Eagle, and Todd (Stephanie) Bussmann of Grey Eagle; eight grandchildren, Amanda (Kyle) Biddle, Drew (Maria) Stangler, Tyler Bussmann (fiancée, Bri Ufford) Samuel Bussmann, Ella Bussmann (fiancé, Jimmy Dempsey), Payten Bussmann, Michael Bussmann, and Ashley Bussmann; five great-grandchildren, Brayden and Harper Biddle, Emmitt, Trey, and Callie Stangler; sisters and brother, Doris Peterson of Sauk Centre, Bernard (Tillie) Bussmann of Melrose, and Betty Lou (Vic) Goebel of Freeport; sisters-in-law, Shirley Ostendorf of Osseo and Linda (Jim) Johnson of Lindstrom.

Eddie was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Elizabeth Bussmann; son, Jeffrey Bussmann in 1973; father and mother-in-law, Herbert and Regina Douvier; sisters and brothersin-law, Anna Mae (Jim) Morrison, Cecilia (Donovan) Hansen, Bernice (Clarence) Theiler, Rita (Jerome) Poepping, and Lorraine (Jack) Kraker; and brother-in-law, Larry Ostendorf.

Arrangements were made with Patton-Schad Funeral and Cremation Services of Melrose.

Henry Berling

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial celebrating the life of Henry Berling, age 87 of Sauk Centre, will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, August 4, 2023 at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church in Sauk Centre with Rev. Mark Botzet officiating. Inurnment will be in the parish cemetery with military honors by the Sauk Centre United Veterans Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Friday at the church.

Henry was born in Melrose, Minnesota on July 8, 1936 to Joseph and Anna (Holdvogt) Berling. He graduated from Melrose High School in 1954 and worked on the family dairy farm. He served a short time in the National Guard and was honorably discharged in 1960. He married Lyla Roering on August 29, 1959 in Melrose, Minnesota, taking over the family farm that same year. He farmed his entire life and had a deep love for working the land and raising his family.

He was active in his church and community. He served as a member of the Melrose High School Board for many years, was a member of the Knights of Columbus, MCCL, and the National Farmers Organization.

Henry milked cows most of his life but did also raise beef cattle, hogs and sheep. He also worked several jobs including insurance and oil sales. He loved to bowl and golf, play cards and read. While it’s hard to capture Henry in a few words, he will be missed most for his jovial nature; quick smile and mischievous spirit. He had a humble confidence, and tirelessly served those less fortunate and without a voice. After retiring from farming, he made his home in Sauk Centre and cherished his neighbors and their life there.

Survivors include his wife, Lyla; sons, Jim (Cathy) of New Richmond, WI, Steve (Brenda) of New Munich, Joe (Ann) of Melrose, and John (Debbe) of Taylors Falls; daughters, Mary (Gary) Ramacher of St. Cloud, Julie Berling (Craig Lambrecht) of Melrose, and Karen (Kyle) Fagerland of Plymouth. He leaves behind a legacy of 18 grandchildren and 16 greatgrandchildren—who he all dearly loved.

Henry was preceded in death by his parents; son, Keith Berling; infant daughter and son, Catherine and Gerald; sister, Josina Friederichs; and brother, John Berling.

Donations be made to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, or your local Knights of Columbus chapter.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral and Cremation Services of Sauk Centre.

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James A. Steinemann

James A. “Jim”

Steinemann, age 58 of Greenwald, passed away Friday, July 28, 2023 after complications from a stroke at the St. Cloud Hospital in St. Cloud, Minnesota. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m.

Wednesday, August 9 at Harvest Church in Freeport with Rev. Allen Wieling officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Melrose.

Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Harvest Church.

James Arthur Steinemann was born April 7, 1965 in Melrose, Minnesota to Joseph and Agnes (Koopmeiners) Steinemann. He graduated from Melrose High School and met his future bride in 1999. Jim began working for Avon Plastics in Paynesville many years ago and was currently working there prior to his stroke. On June 14, 2014 he married Julie Jonas at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Melrose.

Jim enjoyed camping and fantasy football with his family. He was known for his quick wit and always filled the room with laughter. He was the type of guy that would give the shirt off of his back for anyone. He will forever be loved and missed by all.

Survivors include his wife, Julie Steinemann of Greenwald; sons, Austin and Logan Steinemann; brothers and sisters, Larry (Pam) Steinemann of Sauk Centre, Lorraine Emter of Sauk Rapids, Joe Jr. (Lori) Steinemann of Sauk Rapids, Linda (Dan) Lieser of Alexandria, John (Marlene) Steinemann of Akron, Ohio, Leonard Steinemann of Akron, Ohio, Janice (Jim) Lokken of St. Cloud, Esther (Jerry) Borgerding of Sauk Centre, Norbert (Marilyn) Steinemann of Little Falls, Edwin (Sandy) Steinemann of Paynesville, and Lisa (Pat) Rolfes of Melrose; father and mother-in-law, David and Judy Jonas of Sauk Centre; brother-in-law, Duane (Crystal) Jonas of Rice; and many nieces and nephews.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Agnes Steinemann; and brother, Dale Steinemann on August 22, 2016.

Memorials are preferred.

Arrangements were made with PattonSchad Funeral & Cremation Services of Melrose.

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Have you ever had a new job and the first whole week was training? Going through safety manuals, and procedures, and insurance packages… and the list is endless. By the end of the week, you are wondering what it will be like working for the company where you have already been employed for a whole week. The first day of the week after your training you are a bit nervous. You cannot remember if the rule said not to punch in five minutes before your shift or was it five minutes after?

I am a kinesthetic learner, and so, I learn by doing. Most places, including schools and the classroom are auditory learning. You pay attention to the lecture so you can take good notes, so you know what to study, so you do well on the test. In all of life we need to learn how to learn so we can do well at life. Our Christian life is similar!

James 1:22-25 “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like. But whoever looks intently into the perfect law that gives freedom, and continues in it—not forgetting what they have

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Dear Dave, My husband recently opened his own commercial painting company.

We know he will have three months or so every year when he’s making very little, if any, income. We also started following your plan recently, too, and have $1,000 set aside for our starter emergency fund. We were ready to begin paying off all our debt except our home in Baby Step 2, but now he wants to skip that, and move to Baby Step 3 to build a fully funded emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. I think I know why he feels this way, but would you give me your thoughts?

-Crystal

Dear Crystal, Your husband’s excited about the new business. I get that. And in his own way, it sounds like he’s trying to make sure there’s extra money on hand for the down months he may experience as a commercial painter. But I wouldn’t advise this approach, not for his business, and not for your family’s finances.

Baby Step 3 is an emergency fund of three to six months of expenses. The scenario he wants to plan for, however, isn’t an emergency. He knows it’s coming. It’s the same with things like Christmas, birthdays and stuff like that. You know they’re coming, and you even know which months and days. Things like that aren’t emergencies, and they don’t catch anyone by surprise. They’re things you plan for—and budget for—ahead of time.

But the first thing your husband needs to do is re-work his business model. He needs something to do during the down months, so that his income doesn’t dry up completely. Setting money aside in a business for an expected down time is smart, but it’s not a Baby Step 3 issue. It would be a line in the budget where you set money aside because you know something’s coming.

Again, if it’s something predictable, something that happens at the same time every year, it is not an emergency. If you want to budget some household money for the down time, that’s fine. But do you know what would be even smarter? Figuring out a plan for this time, based on his skill set, which will allow him to keep earning money!

-Dave

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I have a newer Mazda Miata and I’m having a problem with detonation in my engine. During cruising and under acceleration the engine will ping under load and on hills. The car calls for premium gasoline and I use it every tankful but even if I use the highest-octane premium fuel the car still pings. Do you have any ideas on what it could be?

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