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Joe Ahlquist

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Oct 1, 2026
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  1. Article · Oct 1, 2026 · Joe Ahlquist

    Photos: Rochester Public Library unveils 'Imaginative Play Station' on Oct. 1, 2026 (opens the original)

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    The Rochester Public Library unveiled its new "Imaginative Play Station" on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. The station is designed for children and their caregivers as an interactive space with a new theme each month. The first theme is a market, and future themes include a doctor's office, a garden, a restaurant and a dentist's office. The "Imaginative Play Station" was funded by an anonymous donor through the Rochester Public Library Foundation.

  2. Article · Sep 18, 2026 · By Joe Ahlquist

    Thelma Bang (opens the original)

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    Thelma Bang (92) of Rochester, Minnesota, went home to her heavenly Father on September 1, 2026, lovingly surrounded by her husband and family members. Thelma Irene (Gangestad) Bang was born near Eagle Grove, IA on December 19, 1933 to Clarence and Tena (Johnson) Gangestad. She was baptised and confirmed at Holmes Lutheran Church, Holmes, IA. She graduated from Clarion High School in 1952 and attended Waldorf College in Forest City, IA for one year. She went on to obtain a 3-year Nursing diploma

  3. Article · Sep 14, 2026 · By Joe Ahlquist

    Frank D. Eaton (opens the original)

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    Frank Donovan Eaton, 82, of Rochester, Minnesota, died on Sept 11, 2026, after a period of declining health. Frank was born Feb 26, 1944, in Rochester, MN, to Frank and Evelyn (Donovan) Eaton. He spent much of his life in the Rochester area and worked for the Olmsted County Highway Dept. for 33 years before retiring. Frank enjoyed motorcycles and cars, and he was often found tinkering in his garage when he wasn't busy. He'd often take his vehicles for cruises through Olmsted and Winona counties.

  4. Article · Aug 6, 2026 · By Joe Ahlquist

    Iris Mae Matthys (opens the original)

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    Iris M. Matthys, 92, of Rochester, Minnesota, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 1, 2026. Born Iris Mae Brusehaver on May 20, 1934, on the family farm in Florence Township, Goodhue County, she grew up with strong Midwestern values and a love of purposeful work. She attended school in Lake City and Red Wing, and after graduating from high school completed her studies at Minneapolis Business School. Iris began her career in Minneapolis and later moved to Rochester, where she s

  5. Article · Aug 5, 2026 · By Joe Ahlquist

    Kenneth James Pfaff (opens the original)

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    Kenneth James Pfaff, 88, of Holmen, passed away peacefully in his sleep, at home, on Sunday, August 2, 2026. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, August 10, 2026, at Halfway Creek Lutheran Church, W6016 Cty Rd. W, Holmen. A visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until the time of service, Monday, at the church. The graveside service and burial will be private. Fredrickson Funeral Homes and Crematory, West Salem, is in charge of arrangements. For more information please visi

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