June 2026

Lovell S. Baker Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:52am

LOVELL S. BAKER, 93, of Emily passed away on April 28, 2026. Lovell was born in Canton, SD, on July 15, 1932. He was the son of William and Lydia Baker. He is survived three siblings and was the father of two sons, Douglas and Brian Baker. He retired from the 3M corporation after a very successful career in business development and executive management. He loved the outdoors and had a passion for hunting, fishing and motor sports. He was a volunteer fireman for the Emily Fire Department and served on the board for the local phone company.

Marjorie Jean Vopat Byker Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:51am

MARJORIE JEAN VOPAT BYKER met our Lord on Sunday, May 31, 2026.   She passed away at the Heartwood Care Center in Crosby, MN.  She was 98 years and 9 months and lived a long fulfilling life. Mom left a legacy of love to her children and family and a lasting impression on her many friends. She embodied the best of virtues; unconditional love for her children, strength of spirit, and a quest for adventure and learning. She was born on Sept. 12,1927 to Frank and Betty Hoefert in rural Seneca, SD.

Adrian Olean Olson and Jean Elizabeth Olson Obit

Published by admin on Tue, 06/16/2026 - 10:49am

ADRIAN OLEAN OLSON AND JEAN ELIZABETH (BUNGE) OLSON, who were married for 61 years, passed away within 45 days of each other. Adrian on March 25, 2026 at 82 and Jean on May 9 at  81. Adrian was born on Jan. 20, 1944 to Raymond and Ethel Olson in Spring Grove, MN. He graduated from Spring Grove high school and from Luther College in Decorah, Iowa with a degree in Elementary Education. He got his Master’s Degree from the University of Minnesota. He retired from Hennepin Technical College in 1999, where he held various positions, including Dean of Students.