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06/23/2026

Monica Ann Lund

Monica Ann Lund, age 59, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at her home. Monica was born on September 18, 1966, to Lowell and Delores (Underdahl) Lund in Rake, Iowa. She was a high school graduate and a long-time employee of Hardees followed by Burger King. Monica was the proud mother of one daughter, Marissa. She loved animals, especially cats. She also enjoyed her time watching movies, playing videogames and on the rare occasion she was able to, traveling.

Monica is survived by her daughter, Marissa Lund (AJ Willier). She was preceded in death by her parents, Lowell Lund and Delores and Bill Hansen; and her brother.

A celebration of life will be held from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home in Austin.

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06/23/2026

Barbara "Barb" Gayle (Ryan) Hage

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara “Barb” Gayle (Ryan) Hage on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Austin on June 28, 1947, to George and Edith (Jahn) Ryan, Barb spent most of her life in the Austin community. A devoted mother and grandmother, she was known for her love of family, outgoing personality and kindness to everyone she met.

Barb attended St. Augustine Grade School and Pacelli High School in Austin. She went on to earn a degree in cosmetology and spent much of her working career as a hairdresser. She took great pride in her family and her long-standing friendships. Barb was always up for a shopping trip, lunch or cocktail to spend time with those she loved. She lived life to the fullest!

Barb spent countless hours making crafts and selecting thoughtful gifts for her grandchildren and friends and was one of the best party planners around, leaving no detail unattended. She made numerous trips between Austin and Chicago to visit her grandchildren, never missing a sporting event, dance recital or birthday when she was healthy.

Barb is survived by her children, Jeff Ryan of Austin and Kristin (Hage) Hartman of Western Springs, Illinois; her son-in-law, Kirt Hartman; and three grandchildren whom she adored, Luke (16), Kaitlyn (14) and Brooke (12). She is also survived by her sister, Carol Medo of Plymouth, Minnesota; and five nieces and nephews. Barb was preceded in death by her parents, George Ryan and Edith Ryan (Jahn); and her sisters, Joan (Don) Urlich, Sharon (Dale) Berg, Patricia Macek and Sheila Ryan.

The graveside service for Barb will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at Calvary Cemetery in Austin with Fr. Andrew Beerman officiating. A celebration of life will take place at the Downtown Grill in Austin starting at 3:30 p.m. Memorials are preferred to the American Lung Association. Worlein-Hoff Funeral Homes of Austin are assisting the family with arrangements.

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06/23/2026

JoAnn Pauline Lancaster

JoAnn Pauline (Voxland) Lancaster, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

JoAnn lived in Austin Minnesota since 2001 and was a member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, before moving into St. Mark’s Assisted Living in 2022. JoAnn was born on October 25, 1934, in Holden Township, Goodhue County Minnesota, to Walter and Leona (Ramstad) Voxland. JoAnn grew up on her parent’s farm and was baptized and confirmed at Holden Lutheran Church. JoAnn attended country school and graduated from Kenyon High School in 1952. She married Vancel Lancaster on July 19, 1953. Through her adult life, she enjoyed working and helping others at nursing homes in Iowa and Minnesota. JoAnn enjoyed traveling throughout the US along with a couple trips to Sweden and Norway while raising four children, Steven, James, Susan, and Brian. JoAnn and Vance’s semi-retirement happened when purchasing Paradise Resort, Pennington, MN in the late 70s. This 20 year “retirement” job was very rewarding in meeting new longtime friends, along with much work with many long days throughout the northern Minnesota vacation season. However, they were able to enjoy the winters at their Fiesta Village home in Mission, TX.

JoAnn is survived by sons, Steve (Ronnie) of McLean, VA and Jim of Plantersville, TX; daughter, Susan (Danny) Harrison of Nevada, IA; longtime partner, Arlen Fordahl of Austin, MN; 12 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and sisters-in-law, Bonnie Monson of Rochester, MN and Lydell Reinhardy of Canon Falls, MN.

JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Vance; son, Brian; brothers, Wally Voxland, George Voxland, and Chuck Voxland; nephew, Tony Lancaster; brothers-in-law, Vinal Lancaster and Gary Kohn; sisters-in-law, Connie Voxland, Angie Reinhardy, and Darlene Voxland.

A memorial service for JoAnn will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Worlein-Hoff Funeral Home, 1801 4th St. NW, Austin, MN 55912. The visitation will take place from 1:00-2:30 p.m. prior to the service. A private family burial will be held at Ostrander, MN cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be provided to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America at https://alzfdn.org/ or St. Croix Hospice at 2580 Bridge Ave, #210, Albert Lea, MN 56007. Worlein-Hoff Funeral Homes of Austin are assisting the family with arrangements.

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06/23/2026

Deborah Susan Krachmer

Deborah Susan Krachmer, 75, of Austin, Minnesota, passed away on June 11, 2026, at her home in Austin.

Debbie was born on November 7, 1950, in Austin, Minnesota, to Richard Miller and Olive Hissett. She grew up in Austin and graduated from high school, later completing some college. Deborah dedicated much of her life to caring for others, working as a caregiver.

Debbie was united in marriage to Tim on May 12, 1969, in Austin. She loved her family deeply and found her greatest joy in spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Kim Wood of Austin, Seth (Holly) Krachmer of Woodbury, and Jill (Juan) Herrera of Austin; her grandchildren, Alex, Olivia, Miranda, Colby, Isabella, Brooklyn, Hannah, Jonas, Gabriel, Alyson, and Janelle; and her great-grandchildren, Leighton, Eliana, Mariana, Xander, Valentina, and Mateo. She is also survived by her siblings, Mike (Debbie), Kevin, and Ronnie (Laura), along with many other relatives and friends.

Deborah was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tim; her son-in-law, Rob Wood; and her siblings, Richelle (Gordon) Johnson and Vicki (Bruce) Mayer.

A graveside service for Deborah will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Lansing Cemetery. Hoff Celebrations – Worlein Chapel, Austin is assisting the family with arrangements.

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06/23/2026

Darlene Fern Erickson

Darlene Fern Erickson, age 93, of Kasson, MN, passed away peacefully in her sleep, November 5, 2025, at Prairie Meadows Senior Living. Darlene was born June 26, 1932, in Austin, MN, the daughter of Wilburn (Ted) and Florence Johnson. She graduated from Austin High School in 1950, marrying Ernest Lechnir, Jr., January 7, 1951. They later divorced. Darlene and Robert Erickson were married July 1, 2007. Darlene cherished her children, Lana, Kate, Jeff, and Trace. First having two daughters and then two sons, Darlene would jokingly say, “I ordered them that way out of the catalog.”

Darlene is remembered by her infectious laughter, warm smile, kind heart, and creative spirit. She loved to sing, dance, observe cloud animals, long-distance walking, and was a member of a Bridge Card Club and Young Matrons. She started and ran the Y-Ponytailers Club, an activities group for young girls. Darlene co-wrote and performed in a play with Y-Matrons to celebrate the 1976 USA Bicentennial. Her first job was at Austin’s burger joint, the Tendermaid Sandwich Shop, and she retired from the Rochester Sam’s Club in 2007. Darlene was active in PTA and at Elkton’s St. John’s Lutheran Church. In 1970, she turned her artistic nature to china painting, becoming a member of the International Porcelain Artist and Teacher, Inc. (IPAT) Guild. She taught china painting out of her home in Elkton, later opening “Hoxie House” in Boca Raton, FL, continuing to teach. Always spreading joy, she became a member of Clowns International. As “Giggles” she delighted audiences with magic, participating in parades, parties, and face painting. She moved back to Minnesota in 1994 to be close to her mother.

Darlene was a member of the ELCA St. Olaf Lutheran Church women’s group. She knitted many prayer shawls. Darlene and Bob purchased a home in Austin, later moved to Chauncey Apartments and then to Prairie Meadows, sharing 11 wonderful years together. They were devoted to each other and enjoyed dancing and sharing a June 26 birthday. It is befitting to sign-off with these words from her favorite sweet and nostalgic song; “I love you a bushel and a peck and a hug around the neck.”

Survivors include her children, Lana Weivoda of Lake Worth, FL, Kate (Sid) Spurgeon of Warsaw, MN, and Trace Lechnir of Wesley Chapel, FL; daughter-in-law, Camille Lechnir of Kasson, MN; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; brother, Nathan (Charlotte) Johnson of Maple Plain, MN; sister, Sue (Norm) Arpiainen of Calumet, MI; sisters-in-law, Connie Johnson and Carol Johnson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wilburn and Florence Johnson; husband, Robert Erickson; son, Jeffrey Lechnir; grandsons, Dakota Lechnir and Cass Spurgeon; brothers, Richard, David, and Raymond Johnson; and sister-in-law, Helen Johnson.

A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Austin. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Austin. Services are prearranged and performed by Worlein-Hoff Funeral Homes of Austin.

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