Chatfield News

Local law enforcement participating in National Drug Take Back Day Oct. 27

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:56am

The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office and local police departments in the county will be participating in the National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This is a free service and is an easy way of disposing unwanted, expired medications and prescription drugs, said Sheriff Tom Kaase.

Economic development study provides tools communities need to compete for opportunities

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:55am

“There are a lot of development projects happening in southeast Minnesota. Of course everyone has heard of Destination Medical Center (DMC), which is the largest one, but there are many other projects across the region that will impact growth — the Center for the Arts in Chatfield, the new state bike trails in Harmony, a potential Olympic ski jump near Red Wing, manufacturers growing, et cetera…all of these things will bring opportunities and challenges that cities need to plan for,” stated Chris Giesen of Community and Economic Development Associates (CEDA).

Prairie walk near Chatfield highlights seed saving techniques

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:51am

 Gray, gloomy sky. Needling raindrops falling in snow-like sheets. Biting October wind. The winter-like weather conditions, however, did not prevent Tim Gossman to speak only of spring.

Fillmore County sheriff candidates outline priorities

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Tue, 10/16/2018 - 9:48am

Fillmore County residents will have two choices on the ballot Nov. 6 for sheriff.

Incumbent Tom Kaase, of rural Racine who was elected in 2014, faces John DeGeorge, of rural Rushford who serves as Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office captain.

The two candidates answered questions submitted by this newspaper. Their written answers follow each question.

Why are you running for office?

Keith Russell Gordon, 90

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 12:58pm

Keith Russell Gordon, 90, of Red Wing, Minn. died Thursday, October 11, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born January 31, 1928 in Winona, Minn. to Edward and Dorothy (Morse) Gordon. He resided in St. Charles, Minn. briefly before moving to Chatfield, Minn. where he graduated from Chatfield High School in 1946. During high school he was co-captain of the football team that was not only undefeated but also untied and unscored upon.

James Alois “Jim” Mueller, 86

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 12:56pm

James Alois “Jim” Mueller, 86, of St. Charles, died on Saturday, Oct. 6, 2018, at the Chosen Valley Care Center in Chatfield.

Jim was born on March 1, 1932, on the family farm in Elba Township, to Leo and Lucy (Wieser) Mueller. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict as an M.P. in Wurzburg, Germany. After his time in the military, Jim moved back home to farm. On Nov. 23, 1960, Jim was united in marriage with Marie Reining at St. Pius Catholic Church in Rochester.

Albert Martin Henry Jech, 85

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 12:55pm

Albert Martin Henry Jech, 85, most recently of Kasson, died at his residence at Prairie Meadows Senior Living on Monday, Oct. 8, 2018, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Kenneth Franklin Hull

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 12:54pm

Kenneth Franklin Hull left us Wednesday morning, Oct. 3, 2018, after a long, hard fight with cancer.

He is survived by his wife, Marie; his children, Keith, Kelly Davidson, Kevin and Kristy; his grandchildren, Raymond Markee, Jenna Gentry, Konnor, Katlyn, Paige, Carter, Jordan Musolf, Taylor Musolf and Xeke; and sister, Donna.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Irene Hull, and son, Matthew.

Per his wishes, his body was donated to Mayo Clinic. There was a memorial service on Thursday, Oct. 11, at Autumn Ridge Church, Rochester. Casual attire.

Luke Pille, 53

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 12:52pm

Luke Pille, 53, of Plainview passed away unexpectedly in Willis, Texas, on Oct. 5.

Luke was born on Nov. 30, 1964, to Reicher “Rick” and Beverly (Hardtke) Pille. He was raised in Plainview, graduating from Plainview High School in 1983.

Louis Herbert Reiter, 89

Published by lniemeyer@bluff... on Mon, 10/15/2018 - 12:51pm

Louis Herbert Reiter, 89, of Elgin, passed away Oct. 9, 2018.

Louis was born April 12, 1929, in Potsdam, to Louis and Emma (Siem) Reiter. Louis spent his entire life farming in the Elgin area. On Nov. 25, 1952, he married Rosemary T. Dunagan at St. John’s Church in Rochester.