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Jameson John Leonard, 7 months

Jameson John Leonard, age 7 months, died unexpectedly at Mayo Clinic Health System Hospital in New Prague on Thursday, March 16, 2023.  Jameson was born, the older brother of twins, prematurely at 32 weeks on August 1, 2022 at Children’s Masonic Hospital in Minneapolis to Gilbert Leonard and Abigail Mackey.  He faced incredible odds with a condition called Tetralogy of Fallot with Pulmonary Atresia.  He had open heart surgery on December 7th of 2022 to repair his heart defect and had complications, which required him to need further interven

Lynn L. Lambrecht, 67

Lynn L. Lambrecht, age 67, of Owatonna, formerly of Montgomery, died peacefully with her loving husband at her side at her home in Owatonna on Monday, March 13, 2023.  Lynn was born on September 23, 1955 in Gaylord, Minnesota to Loren and Lois (Kelm) Lade.  She grew up in Brownton, graduated from High School in Minneapolis, and completed her Bachelor’s degree at St.

Matthew Raymond Wallace Peterson, 48

Matthew Raymond Wallace Peterson, 48, of New Prague, MN, passed away on the 11th of March, 2023.
Matt was born in St. Louis Park, MN, on February 15, 1975, to Gail and Larry Peterson. He was raised in Maple Grove and graduated from Osseo High School. He then went on to play hockey at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Matt married his high school sweetheart Brenda and had three children, Alex, Landon, and Taylor. He worked at McNeilus for 17 years selling mixers.

Judy Kay "Iri" (née Oukrop) Crocker

Crocker, Judy Kay "Iri" (née Oukrop) of Golden Valley, MN, died on Monday, March 6th. Judy worked for Lund's & Byerly's for 48 dedicated years pursuing her passions of food and entertaining. This led her to be the Managing Editor of the two Best of Byerly's cookbooks. Her parties will be remembered for elegant presentation and delightful variety of flavors. Judy was an avid gardener, treasuring her 75 hybrid tea roses and raspberry garden. She also liked to sew and knit for loved ones.

Linda S. Giesen, 73

Linda S. Giesen, age 73, of Shakopee, MN, entered eternal life on Friday, March 10, 2023, at her home.
Linda was born in Worthington, MN, on December 10, 1949, the daughter of Clarence and Susan (Ykema) Van Grouw. She married Ed Giesen on October 18, 1975, in Union Hill, MN.

Donald Max Borgen Sr. (Donnie), 79

Donald Max, Borgen Sr, (Donnie) age 79 passed away at his home in Elko  New Market on February 28,2023.  
Donnie was preceded in death by parents, Albert and Regina (Chalmers)  Borgen, step-mother Ruth (Pass) Borgen; sister Elaine (Borgen) Cross and brother Allen Borgen. 

Dorothy V. Johnson, 63

Dorothy V. Johnson, age 63, of Bloomington, MN, formerly of New Prague, MN passed away on March 8, 2023 after courageously battling cancer for 6 months. Dorothy was a faithful Christian and loyal caregiver to all. She will be remembered for her outgoing and fun-loving personality. A devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be greatly missed by all.

Mary Therese Hart, 94

Mary Therese Hart, age 94, of Shakopee, MN, entered eternal life on Saturday, March 4, 2023, in Shakopee.  Mary was born in Cedar Lake Township, MN, on June 5, 1928, the daughter of Martin and Mary Ann (Hickey) Hart.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Martin and Mary Ann; brother, Cyril.
Visitation Thursday, March 16, from 9-11 AM, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM, at Church of St. Mary, 535 Lewis Street South, Shakopee. Interment Catholic Cemetery, Shakopee.

Bernadine D. Svoboda, 89

Bernadine D. Svoboda, age 89, of New Prague, died peacefully, with her family at her side on Monday, March 6, 2023, at Mala Strana Health and Rehabilitation Center.  Bernadine was born on June 14, 1933 in Helena Township, Scott County to Wenceslaus J. and Anna M. (Simon) Kubes, Sr.  She grew up in rural New Prague, attended country district school, and graduated from New Prague High School.    She married William J. Svoboda on June 16, 1955 at St.

Elaine Avis (Evenson) Blomquist, 96

Elaine Avis (Evenson) Blomquist went to be with her Lord on March 4, 2023, at age 96. 
Her foundation of faith began when Elaine was born at the farm home of her parents in rural Ettrick, Wisconsin, on December 12, 1926. She attended a nearby small country school. Wanting her to be able to continue her education, her parents made the difficult decision to move their only child, at 16, along with a young cousin, to Galesville, Wisconsin, on their own to attend high school.