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Anne Marie Zimanske, 68

Anne Marie Zimanske, age 68, of Lonsdale, MN, died peacefully with her family at her side after a 3-year valiant battle with ovarian cancer on Friday, May 30, 2025.  Anne was born on March 11, 1957, in New Prague, to LeRoy and Martha (Havlicek) Svoboda.  She attended St.

Jerry Allen Sandmann, 79

Jerry Allen Sandmann, 79, of Golden Valley, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer.

Faye A. (Fowler) Matters, 91

Faye A. (Fowler) Matters, 91, passed away peacefully May 23, 2025. Preceded in death by husband Edward. Survived by daughter Rebecca (Jon) Pugh, sons Kevin (Michelle), Michael, and Steve (Colleen).
Funeral Mass on Friday, May 30, 11 a.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in New Prague with visitation one hour prior. Burial following at Resurrection Cemetery. www.whitefuneralhomes.com

Meleah Joy Christenson, 43

Meleah Joy Christenson, age 43, of Montgomery, passed away May 19, 2025.  Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, at Community Baptist Church, New Prague, MN.  Arrangements by www.whitefuneralhomes.com

Cecilia Katherine Becker, 99

Cecilia Katherine Becker, age 99, of New Prague passed away peacefully as her family prayed the Rosary at her bedside on May 23, 2025.  

Robert "Bob" Lee Miller, 85

Robert "Bob" Lee Miller, age 85, of Montgomery, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2025, at The Villages of Lonsdale.

Harold R. Shimota, 90

In loving memory of Harold R. Shimota, age 90, who passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, at his home at Praha Village Assisted Living in New Prague, MN. He was surrounded by his family by his side and the memory of his wife, Angie, of 68 years, who passed this last September.  
Born June 7, 1934, to Charles and Anna B (Trenda) in Cedar Lake Township, Harold met and married his high school sweetheart Angie (Schoenbauer), raising nine children, actively supported the community, and excelling at his carpentry skills.  

Evelyn Moore, 100

Evelyn Moore, age 100, of New Prague, died peacefully with her family at her side, on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at her home at Praha Village.  Evelyn was born April 4, 1925, to Joe and Emily (Holicky) O'Malley. She was raised on the family farm in rural Le Center along with her older sister, Eileen and younger brother, Alvin. She attended Le Center High School graduating in 1942. She was very active in school activities during high school.

Claudia M. Will

Claudia M. Will
It is with great sadness and immense joy, because of the gift of Heaven, that the family of Claudia wishes to inform you of the passing of our beloved mother. She was called to glory on Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025.