Obituaries

 R. John Larson, 78, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at Paynesville Lutheran Church, Paynesville. Visitation will begin…

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Darlene A. Anderson, a dedicated nurse, educator, and veteran, on September 14, 2024. Her remarkable 57-- year career of service touched countless lives around the world, from military personnel to students, pat ients, and healthcare staff. Born on June 21, 1934, in Litchfield to Clifford and Eleanor Anderson, Darlene was the eldest of five siblings and a proud graduate of Litchfield High School, where she was later inducted into the Hall of Fame. Dr. Anderson’s commitment to nursing began at Hamline University, where she earned her diploma in nursing. She furthered her education, ultimately receiving a PhD in Nursing Science from the University of California, San Francisco. Her distinguished 20-year military career in the United States Air Force Nurse Corps culminated in her promotion to Lieutenant Colonel before her retirement in 1979. A significant highlight of her service was as Chief Nurse at the 26th Casualty Staging Facility in Cam Rahn Bay, Vietnam, where she played a crucial role in advancing medical practices for wounded soldiers during the Vietnam War. She also served as Officer-in-Charge of in-Flight Medical Care at Scott Air Force Base, amassing over 1,800 flying hours and facilitating stateside coordination the historic “Operation Homecoming,” which repatriated 347 prisoners of war in

Barbara Jean Lundberg was born March 5, 1947, to Arthur and Inez Stoltenow in Oakes, N.D. She was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church and attended school in Oakes until her family moved to Litchfield her freshman year of high school. She graduated with honors from Litchfield High School in 1965. She a t t e n d e d Moorhead State University and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Education in 1969. It was there that she met the love of her life, Larry. During her summers, Barb worked at Yellowstone National Park, Madden’s in Brainerd and FargoLand Bank in West Fargo. She began her teaching career in Litchfield teaching 4th grade. On June 26, 1970, Barb was united in marriage to Larry Wayne Lundberg at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Litchfield and was blessed with two children, Jennifer and Erik. The couple moved to Chisago City and began working in the Chisago Lakes School District. Barb taught a combined 34 years in grades 4 and 5. Barb enjoyed reading, volunteering, church circle, wine club, camping, fishing, playing cards, traveling, shopping, and then shopping some more. She was an avid fan of the Minnesota Vikings and the Minnesota Twins. She always looked forward to getting together with her many friends and cherished family gettogethers.

Carol Ann Huhner, 86, of Litchfield passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, September 27, 2024. A time of visitation will be held from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. on Saturday October 5, 2024, at St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Litchfield with funeral to immediately follow. Carol Ann Huhner, the daughter of Anton and Helen (Schill) Haselberger, was born on January 4, 1938, in Marshfield, Wis. She grew up in Marshfield and received her education there, graduating from Marshfield Senior High in June 1954 (at the age of 16). On June 6, 1959, she was united in marriage to William Raphael Huhner. They lived in Watertown, Wis., Grundy Center, Iowa, LaGrange, Ill., Bloomington, Ill., and moved to Litchfield in August of 1969. Carol worked as an elementary secretary at Lake Ripley School for 25 years, retiring in March, 2003. She was a member of Church of St. Philip and belonged to Daughters of Isabella. She was an active participant in St. Philip’s School while her children attended school there. She was a member of the school board, she taught CCD classes and Sunday school. She enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, biking, playing bridge, reading and especially watching her grandchildren grow and never missed a sporting event. She is survived by her sons William B. Huhner and David A. (Angie) Huhner, all of Litchfield; three grandchildren, Macy (Nick) Kaml, Laney Huhner (and friend Logan) and Creighton Huhner. She is also survived by her brother Gordon Haselberger and nephew Mark Griffin. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, William R. Huhner. Interment will be at St. Philip’s Catholic Cemetery. Following services at St. Philip’s Church, family and friends are invited to the social hall for a time of fellowship and lunch.

 Phyllis A. Rolf, 78, of Atwater passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at her home in Atwater. A celebration of life for Phyllis was held at Johnson-Hagglund Funeral and…

 Carol Ann Huhner, 86, of Litchfield passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, September 27, 2024. A time of visitation will be held from 11 a.m. – 1…

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Darlene A. Anderson, a dedicated nurse, educator, and veteran, on September 14, 2024. Her remarkable 57-year career of…

Patricia ‘Pat’ Ann Herzog, 96, of Litchfield died on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Bethany Assisted Living in Litchfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at Church of St. Philip in Litchfield. A visitation was held from 5 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday at Johnson-Hagglund Funeral and Cremation Service in Litchfield with Parish Prayers and a Rosary at 5 p.m. Visitation will also be held one hour prior to the service at church. Interment will be at Calvary Cemetery. Patricia Ann Herzog was born on May 16, 1928, in St. Clou to Richard and Gladys (Duffy) Solfelt. She moved to Iowa for a few years before returning to St. Cloud in 1943. In 1946, Pat graduated from St. Cloud High School and also from St. Cloud Technical School in 1948. Pat was united in marriage to Les Herzog in St. Cloud in June 1950. They had two sons - Stephen, born May 1951 and Thomas in May 1953. Over the years they lived in Minneapolis, Minot, N.D., Cooperstown, N.D. and Litchfield, where Pat was a teacher. In 1970, she continued her education, graduating from Mayville State University. She was an active member of Church of St. Philip where she served communion to the homebound as a Eucharistic Minister, sang in the choir, and taught at School of St. Philip. She coached baseball teams in the 1950s and loved watching the Minnesota Twins. In the 1970s, Les and Pat were Minnesota Vikings season ticket holders and often tailgated home games with their friends. She enjoyed knitting, playing cards and bridge, and going on camping and fishing trips. She loved watching her children play sports and traveling to spend time with her grandchildren. Pat is survived by her sons Stephen (Joan) of Kalispell, Mont., and Thomas (Julie) of Fargo, N.D.; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Les and sisters Eleanor Schaefers and Marilyn Solfelt. Thank you to the caring staff and Ecumen and Ecumen Hospice for the many yea