Fred A. Shabo

M, b. 15 October 1920, d. 1 April 1983
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Birth15 October 1920Fred A. Shabo was born on 15 October 1920.
Marriage1 November 1946He married Althea Rebecca Rands, daughter of Clarence Ray Rands and Hopewell R. Whittemore, on 1 November 1946 at Alaska.
Divorcebefore 1962Fred A. Shabo and Althea Rebecca Rands were divorced before 1962.
Death1 April 1983Fred A. Shabo died on 1 April 1983 at Florida at age 62.

Lloyd F. Hames

M, b. 26 June 1927, d. 12 April 2013
Father*Luther Lee Hames
Mother*Vivian Johnson
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 June 1927Lloyd F. Hames was born on 26 June 1927.
He was the son of Luther Lee Hames and Vivian Johnson.
Death12 April 2013Lloyd F. Hames died on 12 April 2013 at age 85.

Walter Langville Morrison

M
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationWalter Langville Morrison was also known as Langville.

Winnie Jean Mollet

F, b. 31 January 1932, d. 4 September 2019
Father*Walter Charles Mollet b. 30 Jan 1906, d. 22 Jul 1972
Mother*Winifred Louise Young b. 19 Mar 1908, d. 22 May 1990
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Winnie Jean (Mollet) Pickens
Winnie Jean (Mollet) Pickens
Jean Mollet 1950 senior portrait Selah High School, Selah, Washington
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationWinnie Jean Mollet was also known as S. Jean.
NicknameWinnie Jean Mollet also went by the name of Jeanie.
Married Name16 June 1951As of 16 June 1951,her married name was Pickens.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth31 January 1932Winnie Jean Mollet was born on 31 January 1932 at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
She was the daughter of Walter Charles Mollet and Winifred Louise Young.
Baptism1933Winnie Jean Mollet was baptized in 1933 at First Lutheran Church, Lake Andes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
Marriage16 June 1951She married Gerald Wayne Pickens on 16 June 1951 at Yakima, Yakima, Washington.
Death4 September 2019Winnie Jean Mollet died on 4 September 2019 at Everett, Snohomish, Washington, at age 87 Jeanie (nee Winnie Jean) was born in Geddes, South Dakota, to Walter and Winifred (Young) Mollet.

Walt, Winnie, and Jeanie, moved out west to the Yakima/Selah area a couple of years later. Brother Donnie and sister Janice were born there in 1934 and 1941. They stayed in the general area, moving several times for a variety of jobs for Walt, including Washougal for Kaiser shipyards during the war.

Always an excellent student, she was Salutatorian for her Selah High School class of 1950, and was involved in activities and clubs. She played piano, sang in choir, and accompanied musical groups throughout high school. She would go on to instill in her children this lifelong passion for music. A little boy moved across the alley in Selah when she was 3. She remembered he would pull her around in his wagon, and her mother remembered that he would peek over the fence with his big brown eyes and slowly and sweetly ask, “Can Jeanie come out to play?” During her senior year, she was set up on a blind date by friend, Dale French. Her date turned out to be that neighbor boy, Jerry Pickens. They married in 1951 and remained happily in love until his passing 63 years later.

She went to Yakima Junior College for a year and studied for a time at the University of Washington, intending to major in Home Economics. Life, the first 4 kids in 5 years, happened instead. They lived in the U district and she cared for their kids and helped Jerry finish his degree at the UW. She and Betty, Donnie’s wife, belonged to a group called DAMES, a support group for women helping their husbands through college.

By 1965 they moved to Bothell where they lived for 49 years, raising their kids, hosting all manner of gatherings – family, extended family, friends, their beloved “Adventure Group” friends, exchange students, preschool families, and more. She was very involved in her kids’ lives – attending all of their various sports events, recitals, performances, and was active in PTA (Golden Acorn Recipient), Music Boosters, Scouts, and room mother.

She started teaching parent education classes through Shoreline Community College when her youngest (5thchild) started school. She taught Bothell Co-op Preschool for 27 years. She was a forerunner and fervent advocate for Early Childhood Education. She taught Sunday School as well, and was a devoted lifelong member of Bothell First Lutheran Church. As a member of the MaryAnn Bothell Guild for Children’s Hospital, for decades she helped raise money for the Uncompensated Care Unit. A quote she hung on her wall until the end was, “If we don’t stand up for children, then we don’t stand for much.” -Marian Wright Edelman

Sewing was another passion. And she was fabulously talented at all kinds of sewing, stitchery and other crafts. She perfectly and meticulously handmade hundreds of all types of clothes, Norwegian Hardanger, smocking (winning several ribbons at the fair for smocked dresses), Norwegian Rosemaling painting, shadow embroidery, and many more.

Jean dearly loved all of her family and friends. And she was very kind to everyone she ever encountered.

Beyond her love of family, friends, music, teaching, helping children, sewing and other artistic projects, she enjoyed learning, traveling, bicycling, camping, and years (since 1958) of fun times at their Lake Walker cabin.

In 2014 Jerry needed more care and they moved into Aegis Lodge assisted living. After Jerry passed on, she stayed. She missed her Bothell home a lot, but always kept a good attitude and she was safe and well cared for there. In June she got pneumonia, and her body couldn’t recover. She passed on, September 4th, at View Ridge Care Center in Everett, WA.

She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Jerry; and son, Craig.

She is survived by son, Wayne (Dina); daughter, Teri Parsons (Bill); son, Brian (Merrie); daughter, Janine Tomlinson (Scott); ten grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

Jean was laid to rest at Floral Hills on September 14. Her cousin, Rev. Marvin Langeland, officiated the ceremony.

All are welcome to attend the celebration of her life on Saturday September 28th, 1:00 p.m. at Bothell First Lutheran Church.

Child of Winnie Jean Mollet and Gerald Wayne Pickens

Gerald Wayne Pickens

M, b. 31 May 1931, d. 23 September 2014
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Gerald Wayne (Jerry) Pickens
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationGerald Wayne Pickens was also known as Jerry.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth31 May 1931Gerald Wayne Pickens was born on 31 May 1931.
Marriage16 June 1951He married Winnie Jean Mollet, daughter of Walter Charles Mollet and Winifred Louise Young, on 16 June 1951 at Yakima, Yakima, Washington.
Death23 September 2014Gerald Wayne Pickens died on 23 September 2014 at Washington at age 83.

Child of Gerald Wayne Pickens and Winnie Jean Mollet

Donald Charles Mollet

M, b. 26 December 1934, d. 22 March 2024
Father*Walter Charles Mollet b. 30 Jan 1906, d. 22 Jul 1972
Mother*Winifred Louise Young b. 19 Mar 1908, d. 22 May 1990
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Donald Charles Mollet
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 December 1934Donald Charles Mollet was born on 26 December 1934 at Yakima, Yakima, Washington.
He was the son of Walter Charles Mollet and Winifred Louise Young.
Marriage12 June 1954Donald Charles Mollet married Betty Jeanne Dahl on 12 June 1954 at Yakima, Yakima, Washington.
Death22 March 2024Donald Charles Mollet died on 22 March 2024 at age 89 Donald Charles Mollet, 89, of Chelan, WA, went to be with the Lord on March 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Don grew up in Selah, WA, with his sisters: Jeanne (Pickens) and Jan (Vandervort) on a farm in Selah. He had many stories about growing up during WWII.

Don met the love of his life, Betty, on the school playground. Early in their friendship on a visit to the Ohme Gardens, he threw a coin into the fountain and wished that he and Betty would be together forever. They were married in 1954, and soon moved to Seattle, WA, so Don could attend the University of Washington. In 1955, they were blessed with their first son, David, and their second, Doug, in 1958. Don had a distinguished career at the Boeing Company for 35 plus years in manufacturing electronics. His projects included the B-52, E3-A, Minuteman missile and the Lunar Orbiter.

At the end of his career, Don built a house in Lake Chelan, WA, where he and Betty would retire and live the remainder of their lives. He was a respected elder of the Lutheran Church and served in many volunteer positions. Special thanks to Pastor Paul and those who came to sing and pray at his bedside. Don was a long-time supporter of Lighthouse for the Blind. His son, Dave, who was partially sighted, was employed there. Don began his mission as a board member in 1984 and continued to serve this organization for almost 40 years, both in Seattle and Spokane, WA.

Golf was his favorite pastime; he was a member at Sand Point CC and Chelan Municipal. Don enjoyed organizing the competition for the men's division at Chelan Muni for many years. Don loved music and learned to play the clarinet as a young man. In retirement, Don would occasionally play with a trio downtown Chelan, WA. Don's pride and joy was his Silver Datsun 240Z, which he purchased in 1974, and sold in 2023. He loved to drive it around town and out in the country.

Don was preceded in death by his parents, Walt and Winnie; his wife, Betty; and son, David. He is survived by his son, Doug (Mary Jo); and granddaughters: Christine and Laura; step-granddaughters: Celeste and Jessica; and seven great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Suzie Zimmer and Terra Taylor for their wonderful care and loving friendships.

Services will be held at Lake Chelan Lutheran Church, 216 W. Nixon Ave., Chelan, on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow. Remembrances can be made to Lighthouse for the Blind, Attn. Philanthropy, 2501 S. Plum Street, Seattle, WA, 98144.

Wenatchee World, The (WA) - Friday, March 22, 2024.

Child of Donald Charles Mollet and Betty Jeanne Dahl

Reverand Melvin Carl Langeland

M, b. 18 February 1931, d. 13 April 2022
Father*Carl Talman Langeland b. 9 Apr 1903, d. 31 Oct 1978
Mother*Pearl Ida Mollet b. 4 Jul 1907, d. 27 Sep 2008
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Rev. Melvin Carl Langeland
Melvin Langeland
Melvin Langeland 1948 senior portrait Salem High School, Salem, Marion, Oregon
Life EventDateDescription
Birth18 February 1931Reverand Melvin Carl Langeland was born on 18 February 1931 at Lake Andes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
He was the son of Carl Talman Langeland and Pearl Ida Mollet.
Marriage8 June 1952Reverand Melvin Carl Langeland married Shirley Joan Stuhr, daughter of Walter Henry Martin Stuhr and Norma Shirley Bodenschatz, on 8 June 1952 at Alhambra, California.
Death13 April 2022Reverand Melvin Carl Langeland died on 13 April 2022 at Salem, Marion, Oregon, at age 91 The Rev. Mel Langeland passed into glory on April 13, 2022, holding the hand of his beloved wife Shirley, with whom he had shared a life of mission, service, generosity, and faith.

Melvin Carl Langeland was born on February 18, 1931 in Lake Andes, South Dakota, and graduated from Midland College in Fremont, Nebraska with a BA in English Literature in 1952. He earned his M.Div from Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley in 1955 – part of the first enrolled class of students - and studied languages and anthropology at the Kennedy School of Missions at Hartford Seminary, Connecticut along with his wife, Shirley Joan Stuhr. He was ordained in the United Lutheran Church in America at St. James Lutheran, Portland, Oregon on May 29, 1955.

In 1956, Pastor Langeland, Shirley, and their son Mark moved to Liberia in West Africa to serve the Liberian Lutheran Mission. After six years, during which another son and a daughter were born, the Langelands returned to the United States and Pastor Melvin was called to First English in Sacramento, where he served for 13 years. In 1976 he was called to Trinity, Pomona, serving a community of Hispanic, Laotians, Vietnamese, and Cambodian residents for 19 years and working with the Greater Pomona Housing Development Corporation. After his retirement in 1995, Pastor Melvin and Shirley remained active at their home congregation of Faith, San Dimas, where they continued their support of the Liberian Lutheran Church and PLTS.

Melvin Langeland is survived by his wife Shirley; children Mark, David, and Mary; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, May 15 at 3:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 505 East Bonita in San Dimas, with a reception following. All are invited.

Shirley Joan Stuhr

F, b. 12 December 1929, d. 2022
Father*Walter Henry Martin Stuhr b. 13 Jun 1905, d. 12 Aug 1976
Mother*Norma Shirley Bodenschatz b. 23 Jan 1907, d. 11 May 1979
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name8 June 1952As of 8 June 1952,her married name was Langeland.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 December 1929Shirley Joan Stuhr was born on 12 December 1929 at Minneapolis, Minnesota.
She was the daughter of Walter Henry Martin Stuhr and Norma Shirley Bodenschatz.
Marriage8 June 1952Shirley Joan Stuhr married Reverand Melvin Carl Langeland, son of Carl Talman Langeland and Pearl Ida Mollet, on 8 June 1952 at Alhambra, California.
Death2022Shirley Joan Stuhr died in 2022.

Reverand Marvin Lars Langeland

M, b. 15 January 1934, d. 30 October 2022
Father*Carl Talman Langeland b. 9 Apr 1903, d. 31 Oct 1978
Mother*Pearl Ida Mollet b. 4 Jul 1907, d. 27 Sep 2008
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Rev Dr Marvin Lars Langeland
Marvin Langeland
Marvin Langeland 1952 senior portrait Salem High School, Salem, Marion, Oregon
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 January 1934Reverand Marvin Lars Langeland was born on 15 January 1934 at Lake Andes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
He was the son of Carl Talman Langeland and Pearl Ida Mollet.
Marriage5 August 1961Reverand Marvin Lars Langeland married Amy Marlene Voss on 5 August 1961 at Rosholt, South Dakota.
Death30 October 2022Reverand Marvin Lars Langeland died on 30 October 2022 at age 88 Born on the family farm in Lake Andes, SD, and baptized at West Lake Andes Lutheran Church, Marvin lived a life full of faith and service. During the depression, the family first relocated to Milaca, MN and eventually moved to Salem, Oregon. They were active members at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Salem, and Marvin loved his times at Camp Colton Lutheran Bible Camp. He graduated from Salem High School (now North Salem) in 1952 having been active in football, tennis, choir, playing the french horn and in the local Young Life Chapter. He continued his education by earning a BA degree, Cum Laude, from Midland Lutheran College in Fremont, NE in 1956. Feeling called into ministry, he attended Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley, CA, spent a year of seminary internship with the Lutheran Church of Hong Kong, served in the U.S. Navy Reserve Chaplaincy Program, and graduated in 1960 with a Master of Divinity degree. In 1970, he completed a MA degree in Communication at the University of Colorado, Boulder, and in 1999, after retiring from parish ministry, he earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN.

Marvin was ordained at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Salem, OR and served as pastor at Holy Cross LC in Wheat Ridge, CO 1960-1965, Immanuel LC in Greeley, CO 1966-1981, Faith LC in Little Rock, AR 1982-1986 and Messiah LC in Spokane, WA, 1986-1996.

While in his first parish in Colorado, he met the love of his life, Amy Voss from Rosholt, SD, who was working as an RN in Denver. They were married in 1961 and were faithful partners in life and ministry until her death in 2017, just shy of their 56th anniversary. Their 2 daughters, Elizabeth and Andrea, were born in Colorado. The family spent time together with many church activities, singing together, enjoying the mountains, and taking annual cross-country car trips to visit extended family in the Midwest, California and the Pacific Northwest.

Marv and Amy retired to Salem, OR, where Marv enjoyed working on house and yard projects, woodworking and participating in the ministries of Christ the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. They were fortunate to make two big rail tours across the US and Canada, and Marv reached his goal of visiting all 50 State Capitals, along with numerous National Parks.

In 2018 Marvin moved to Lacey, WA to be close to his daughters. He found a church home at St. Mark Lutheran Church where he enjoyed helping with Fall harvest in the community garden and visiting care homes with the Sunshine Singers. His other interests included photography, history, watching sports on TV, and reminiscing with family and friends. His great passion for life and sharing the Gospel message of love continued up until the very end of his life.

Survivors include daughters Elizabeth and Andrea, both of Lacey, WA; sister Lorraine Hickman of Salem, OR and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Pearl Langeland; wife, Amy Langeland; and brother, Rev. Melvin Langeland.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, November 13th at 2:00 pm at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Lacey, WA. Private interment at Restlawn Memory Gardens & Funeral Home, Salem, OR.
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Photo of Pearl (Mollet) Langeland standing in front of her children Marvin, Lorraine and Melvin.
Pearl (Mollet) Langeland standing in front of her children Marvin, Lorraine and Melvin
November 20082648 Fort Rock CT SE, Salem, OregonReverand Marvin Lars Langeland lived in November 2008 at 2648 Fort Rock CT SE, Salem, Oregon.

Lanning Claire Mollet

M, b. 22 July 1939, d. 28 November 2025
Father*Harold Delbert Mollet b. 20 Jan 1909, d. 9 Jan 1972
Mother*Verla Marie Nelsen b. 18 Feb 1916, d. 15 Jan 2005
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Lanning Mollet at Mollet Music, Yankton, SD - Dec 2010
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Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLanning Claire Mollet was also known as Lanning Clair.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 July 1939Lanning Claire Mollet was born on 22 July 1939 at Winner, South Dakota.
He was the son of Harold Delbert Mollet and Verla Marie Nelsen.
Baptism27 August 1939Lanning Claire Mollet was baptized on 27 August 1939 at First Lutheran Church, Lake Andes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
Death28 November 2025He died on 28 November 2025 at Yankton, Yankton, South Dakota, at age 86 Lanning Mollet, age 86 of Yankton, SD passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 at Avera Sister James Care Center, Yankton, SD surrounded by his family.

Memorial services will be 11:00 AM, Friday, December 5, 2025 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Yankton, SD with Rev. Kwen Sanderson officiating. Visitations will be one hour prior to the service at the church. The Opsahl-Kostel Funeral Home & Onsite Crematory, Yankton, SD is assisting with the service details.

Lanning Clair Mollet was born on July 22, 1939, in Winner, South Dakota, to Harold and Verla (Nelson) Mollet. During his early years, the family lived in Grand Island, Nebraska; Lake Andes, South Dakota; and later settled in Wagner, South Dakota. It was in Wagner that Lanning graduated from high school, and where his parents devoted seven years to teaching music—an influence that helped shape his life's calling.

Lanning continued his education at Dakota Wesleyan University in Mitchell, South Dakota. Even as a college student, he was already sharing his gift for music, teaching band and chorus in Letcher, South Dakota. On June 12, 1963, he married Fran Stedronsky, a cherished school friend from Wagner. Together they built a life rooted in faith, family, and music. Their teaching careers took them to Eagle Butte, Northville-Northwestern, and Britton, South Dakota, where Lanning became known for his passion for band and chorus and for encouraging young people to discover their own musical talents.

Though he loved teaching, Lanning later joined Engel Music in Aberdeen, South Dakota. In 1969, he and Fran moved to Yankton, and that same year he fulfilled a lifelong dream by opening Mollet Music. Lanning believed deeply that anyone interested in music should have the chance to try it, whether beginner or seasoned performer. Under his leadership, Mollet Music became a cornerstone of the community and helped spark the start of many local rock bands—an impact that led to Mollet Music being inducted into the South Dakota Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2022. In recognition of his dedication to promoting the arts, he was also honored in 2011 as the first business inducted into the Yankton High School Fine Arts Hall of Fame.

Lanning's love for music extended far beyond his store. He was a steady presence at summer band concerts in the park and in the Community Concert Series. A faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church, he served on various boards and directed the choir for many years, offering his time and talent with humility and joy.

Even with music filling much of his life, Lanning never missed what mattered most to him—his family. He took pride in supporting his two sons through football, baseball, basketball, track, Tae Kwon Do, gymnastics, and swimming, always cheering them on with quiet strength and a full heart. Family vacations were a treasured tradition, creating memories that grew even richer as grandchildren joined in the travels.

Lanning is survived by his wife, Fran; his sons, Chris (Audra) and Brad; his grandchildren, Brenna (Jake) Radtke, Skyer Mollet, Amber (Justin) Tatley, Mitchell Mollet, Tai Mollet, Karis Mollet, and Benny Mollet; his great-grandchildren, Madeline and Levi Radtke; his sister, Charla Shimp; his brother-in-law, Bob Shimp; his sister-in-law, Rose Nedved, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Verla Mollet; his sister, Marcia Jacobs; and his brother-in-law, Ron Jacobs.

Lanning's life was a gift to all who knew him—marked by faith, devotion to family, and a lifelong mission to share the joy of music. His legacy will be heard in every note played, every student encouraged, and every memory carried forward with love.
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1 December 2010On 1 December 2010 After 40 Years, Mollet Music Closing
Lanning Mollet announced last week that he will be closing Mollet Music, which has been a music instrument mainstay in the Yankton area for more than 40 years. He anticipates it will stay open through January. (Kelly Hertz/P&D)

It wasn’t an easy decision, but on the day before Thanksgiving, Lanning Mollet announced that he would put to rest the source of a great deal of his happiness over the years.

A “store closing” sign was hung up at his business, Mollet Music. The store, located at 416 Broadway Avenue, has been a music instrument mainstay in the Yankton area for more than 40 years.

“I’ve been thinking about this for three or four years, actually,” Mollet said Tuesday afternoon. “But I just made the final decision and put the sign up before Thanksgiving. I’ve been doing this for 41 years, and to take that final step and put the sign up was hard to do. But it’s time for me to do something else. I’d like a little more time for myself and to cut back on the days I have to work.”

A sale to liquidate inventory is being held at the store, and he anticipates Mollet Music’s doors will close for good in January.

Having served as a band director and taking on several other jobs through the years, Mollet decided to open his own music instrument store in Yankton in 1969 at the age of 30.

“I was probably pretty naive, but it worked out,” Mollet, now 71, said.

He originally operated in a building across the street from his current location before moving to the Yankton Mall for five years. In 1984, he settled in at 416 Broadway.

During its heyday, Mollet Music employed about a dozen people and helped approximately 80 schools with their band instrument needs every week.

“That just isn’t in the cards anymore,” Mollet said. “In some cases, there are four or five kids in a class at these smaller schools.”

The music instrument business has seen enormous changes through the years due to evolving technology and culture, he added.

“Video games and that kind of stuff — they take interest away from music,” Mollet said. “There is also just a whole lot of pressure on these kids anymore. They fill their school day up.

“It’s a changing world, and I don’t think it’s going to change back,” he continued. “There will always be musicians. It’s just going to be a different way of approaching it, I suppose.”

During his years operating the business, Mollet played a role in many people’s lives.

“Lanning has helped a lot of people become what they are today,” said Mike Clausen, who began working for Mollet as an instrument repairman in 1973 and eventually bought that portion of the business in 1987. “He gave them a chance. Some of them that were kids now come to the store as band directors.”

Clausen will continue to operate Mike’s Band Instrument Repair at 413 Cedar Street, which is right behind Mollet Music. He said he was a little blindsided when Lanning told him last week that the decision had been made to close the music store.

“It’s been a great 38 years,” Clausen said. “We worked together and everything clicked. I hate to see him go.”

Mollet said his favorite part of the business has been the people he has met as both customers and employees.

“Musicians are pretty nice people, almost to a fault sometimes,” he said. “With the school stuff, you’re dealing with parents who are interested in their kids. It is really a people business. It’s not a superstore thing, where somebody comes in, throws it in a cart and goes. You talk to people and try to figure out what they really need and help them find it.”

Once the store closes, Mollet said he will still need to maintain his instrument rental program until it can be phased out. Also, he plans to maintain an online presence at www.molletmusic.com.

“Our website has been doing some interesting things,” Mollet said. “I’m finding some niche products and used things that I’ve been working into. It looks like I may have some success at that, and it’s not probably something I’ll have to do every day.”

He said he appreciates the support he’s gotten from the community and the surrounding area through the years.

“It’s been really nice and we’re grateful for it,” Mollet said. “I’ve been happy. Not a lot of people get to do what they really want to do every day. I’ve been lucky to be able to do that.”.
28 April 2011On 28 April 2011 Three Yankton High School graduates and a community member will be inducted into the Yankton High School Fine Arts Hall of Fame in ceremonies which begin at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 3, in the Commons at Yankton High School.

The four are Greg Kratz in Journalism, Dennis Peterka in Art, Bonnie Litschewski Paulson in Debate and Lanning Mollet as a community contributor.
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Lanning Mollet has been involved in the music of the Yankton Public Schools for the past 41 years. He describes his work as his mission.

Mollet opened Mollet Music in the summer of 1969. He describes his work as encouraging people to study, to play and to enjoy music.

Mollet attended Wagner High School and Dakota Wesleyan College. Before owning Mollet Music, he taught music at Letcher, Cheyenne-Eagle Butte, Northwestern and Britton schools in South Dakota.

He had previously worked at a music store in Aberdeen.

Mollet said that it has been his pleasure to participate in many musical events over the years. “I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to promote and support music in our schools and community,” Mollet said.

Marcia Kay Mollet

F, b. 15 February 1941, d. 27 June 2010
Father*Harold Delbert Mollet b. 20 Jan 1909, d. 9 Jan 1972
Mother*Verla Marie Nelsen b. 18 Feb 1916, d. 15 Jan 2005
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Marcia Mollet Jacobs
Marcia Kay Mollet - Ronald W. Jacobs engagement announcement 03 June 1961 - The Daily Republic (Mitchell, SD)
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name24 June 1961As of 24 June 1961,her married name was Jacobs.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 February 1941Marcia Kay Mollet was born on 15 February 1941 at Huron, South Dakota.
She was the daughter of Harold Delbert Mollet and Verla Marie Nelsen.
Marriage24 June 1961Marcia Kay Mollet married Ronald Wayne Jacobs, son of John H. Jacobs and Lena Margaret Hemeyer, on 24 June 1961 at Mitchell, South Dakota.
Marcia Kay Mollet - Ronald W. Jacobs engagement announcement 03 June 1961 - The Daily Republic (Mitchell, SD)
Death27 June 2010Marcia Kay Mollet died on 27 June 2010 at age 69 ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Marcia K. (Mollet) Jacobs, Albuquerque, formerly of Rapid City, S.D., died Sunday, June 27, 2010, surrounded by her sons and family at the University of New Mexico Hospital. Marcia was born Feb. 15, 1941, to Harold and Verla Mollet in Huron, S.D. After graduating as valedictorian of her class in Wessington Springs, S.D., she attended Dakota Wesleyan in Mitchell, S.D., where she acquired her teaching certificate. During this time Marcia met Ronald W. Jacobs. They were married June 24, 1961 in Mitchell. She later received her teaching degree from Black Hills State College in Spearfish, S.D. Marcia had an impact on the many students she taught throughout her teaching career in Cortland, Neb., and the Piedmont (S.D.) and Stagebarn Elementary schools. Ron and Marcia built a home in Piedmont where they raised their three sons. After retirement they moved to Rapid City, where they enjoyed traveling and their family and friends until Ron's death in October 2003. Marcia then moved to Albuquerque, where she resided until her death. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Albuquerque. Survivors include three sons, Brent W. Jacobs, Albuquerque, Dayne (Charle) Jacobs, Highlands Ranch, Colo., and Corey T. (Connie Sue) Jacobs, Rapid City; seven grandchildren, Samuel, Brooks, Benjamin, Emmalena, Daniel, Gideon and Eli; one brother, Lanning (Fran) Mollet, Yankton, S.D; and one sister, Charla (Bob) Shimp, Charleston, S.C. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald and her parents. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday, July 5, at Osheim & Schmidt Funeral Home in Rapid City. Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 6, at the Grace Reformed Church in Rapid City, with the Rev. David Fagrey officiating. Burial will follow at Pine Lawn Memorial Park in Rapid City. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been established for the Piedmont Lions Club and the Quilting Group at Faith Lutheran Church in Albuquerque. Relatives and friends my sign an online guestbook for Marcia at www.osheimschmidt.com.

Karen Ruth Mollet

F, b. 27 December 1941, d. 24 September 2026
Father*Glen Melvin Mollet b. 9 Mar 1917, d. 14 Nov 1994
Mother*Ruth Lorraine Olson b. 17 Oct 1918, d. 28 Jan 2010
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Karen Ruth (Mollet) Jaeger
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name16 June 1962As of 16 June 1962,her married name was Jaeger.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 December 1941Karen Ruth Mollet was born on 27 December 1941 at Yakima, Yakima, Washington.
She was the daughter of Glen Melvin Mollet and Ruth Lorraine Olson.
Death24 September 2026Karen Ruth Mollet died on 24 September 2026 at Arizona at age 84 Karen Ruth (Mollet) Jaeger, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, teacher, musician, and friend, passed away on September 24, 2026, in Chandler, Arizona, at the age of 84.

Karen was born on December 28, 1941, in Yakima, Washington, to Glen and Ruth Mollet, and grew up primarily in St. Louis Park, Minnesota.

Though she was an only child, she enjoyed close relationships with cousins on both sides of her family, including Jean and Jan.

Karen graduated from St. Louis Park High School and went on to attend Bethel College and Mankato State, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education.

In 1960, Karen met Dean Albert Jaeger when mutual friends arranged a blind date. They were married in June 1962, beginning a life together marked by family, faith, music, hard work, and service to others.

Before settling in Faribault, Minnesota, Karen and Dean lived in the Spencer, Iowa, area, where they farmed with Dean's family—a new experience for this city girl.

They moved to Faribault in 1969. In 1975, they moved to their home on Roberds Lake, where they raised their children and spent the next 25 years.

After retiring, Karen and Dean moved to Chandler, Arizona, where Karen lived for the last 26 years of her life.

Karen taught choir and general music at Faribault Junior High in the Faribault Public Schools for more than 25 years.

She shared her love of music not only with generations of students, but also through her church ministry. Her relationship with her Savior, Jesus Christ, was central to her life, and she used her gifts generously, playing piano and organ and singing for hundreds of services over the years. Later in life, she and Dean also gave their time to support outreach to the poor, driving donated goods and toys to ministries in northern Mexico.

Karen was smart, musical, well-organized, artistic, and hard-working. She balanced a full-time teaching career and caring for her family with grace, and she instilled in her children a lasting value for education and learning.

Karen, herself, was a voracious reader. She was admired for her beautiful voice, musicianship, baking, and many creative talents, including sewing, knitting, and cross stitch. An accomplished seamstress, she made wedding dress along with countless other creations, from baby clothes to window treatments.

Drawing on her Swedish heritage, Karen was a gifted baker whose bars, cookies, and pies were loved by friends and family alike; she even catered the desserts for her granddaughter's wedding. Christmas was an especially meaningful and joyful time in the Jaeger home.

Karen loved living on the lake and welcomed large gatherings of friends and family for time in the water, conversation, and fellowship.

She loved spending time with her family playing games, cooking, and watching Minnesota sports, especially the Twins, Vikings, and Golden Gophers.

She treasured time with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, both near and far.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Glen and Ruth Mollet.

Karen will be remembered as a talented woman who loved her family and loved God. She was generous with her time and talents, a reliable friend, and someone who was always ready to lend a hand.

A celebration of life service will be held on October 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Lakeshore Mortuary in Mesa, Arizona. Interment will take place at TriMello Cemetery in Royal, Iowa.
DateLocationDescription
December 1965In December 1965 photo of Glen Mollet, Ruth (Olson) Mollet, Carma Jaeger, Karen (Mollet) Jaeger, Dean Jaeger.

Merlin Lee Mollet

M, b. 3 April 1933, d. 20 March 2021
Father*Clarence Franklin Mollet b. 26 Jun 1906, d. 23 Sep 1983
Mother*Genevieve Eilene Gee b. 1 Apr 1906, d. 2 Aug 1998
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Merlin Lee Mollet
Merlin (Lee) Mollet - circa 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMerlin Lee Mollet was also known as Lee.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 April 1933Merlin Lee Mollet was born on 3 April 1933 at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
He was the son of Clarence Franklin Mollet and Genevieve Eilene Gee.
Death20 March 2021Merlin Lee Mollet died on 20 March 2021 at age 87 Age 87 of North Branch, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family, on March 20, 2021. He was born in Geddes, SD on April 3, 1933.

Preceded in death by parents, Clarence and Genevieve Mollet. Born and raised on a farm, Lee had a strong work ethic and a drive to be the best he could be. After High School, Lee worked on the Ft. Randall Dam on the Missouri river at Pixtown, SD. Lee joined the United States Air Force in 1952 and became an Air Force pilot. Lee served 20 years of honorable service from 1952 to 1974 in the USAF, he retired at the rank of Major. His travels took him all over the world. Lee began his career as an airline pilot for North Central Airlines in 1959 based in Minneapolis, MN. He retired as a Senior Captain with Northwest Airlines in 1993. Lee lived in the Farmington, MN area for many years, he farmed extensively and had a good sized horse operation. Lee was a Mason and a Shriner. He loved Florida, and lived in the St. Petersburg and Melbourne Florida area. Lee enjoyed his RV, horse shows, and the Minnesota State Fair. He loved his grandchildren, and enjoyed watching them compete in sports, equestrian performances, and Boy Scouts.

Lee is survived by his wife, Molly (Marlene Vander Plaats); son, Bart (Barbara), daughter, Aleta (Brad) Sinclair; grandchildren, Taylor Sinclair, Matthew (Kamira) Mollet, Jonathan (Kelsey) Mollet, Avery (Nick) Salup, Daniel (McKenna) Mollet, Jillian Sinclair; three great-grandchildren; step-children, Shawn Grams and Sara (Eric) Christenson; step-grandchildren, Zach Christenson, Allie Christenson, and Raini Grams; brothers, Loren (Val), Ray (Barb), and Bill; many friends and extended family.

A celebration of Lee's life will be 2-6 PM Sunday, July 25th with a service beginning at 4 PM at Roberts Family Funeral Home. Private interment will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, MN.
Census DateLocationDescription
20 June 1950Geddes, Charles Mix, South DakotaMerlin Lee Mollet was listed as a son in Clarence Franklin Mollet's household on the 1950 Census at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.1
DateLocationDescription
circa 1943Circa 1943 Clarence Mollet family portrait
Top row: Raymond, Loren, Merlin,
Bottom row: Clarence, Willis, Genevieve.
circa 1950Circa 1950 Clarence Mollet family portrait
Top row: Willis, Raymond, Merlin (Lee),
Bottom row: Clarence, Genevieve, Loren.
1951Geddes Community High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South DakotaMerlin Lee Mollet graduated in 1951 at Geddes Community High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
Lee Mollet 1951 senior portrait Geddes Community High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, SD
1956In 1956 Lee Mollet 1956 article excerpt - pilot Lt Merlin Lee Mollet lands plane with only one engine.
Lee Mollet 1956 article excerpt - pilot Lt Merlin Lee Mollet lands plane with only one engine
20061125 Hwy A1a 804, Satellite Beach, Brevard, FloridaHe lived in 2006 at 1125 Hwy A1a 804, Satellite Beach, Brevard, Florida.

Citations

  1. [S423] U.S. Federal Census 1950 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED12-8. Sheet 14.

Dale Arlen Varuska

M, b. 28 February 1936, d. 1 December 2010
Father*James R. Varuska Jr. b. 11 Dec 1898, d. 6 Jul 1977
Mother*Dora Amelia Mollet b. 10 Aug 1909, d. 26 Dec 2006
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Dale Arlen Varuska
Dale Varuska 1971
Dale Varuska 1951 freshman portrait Geddes Community High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, SD.jpg
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 February 1936Dale Arlen Varuska was born on 28 February 1936 at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
He was the son of James R. Varuska Jr. and Dora Amelia Mollet.
Death1 December 2010Dale Arlen Varuska died on 1 December 2010 at Grand Saline, Texas, at age 74 Dale A Varuska obituary.
Dale A Varuska obituary newspaper clipping
DateLocationDescription
1954Geddes High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South DakotaDale Arlen Varuska graduated in 1954 at Geddes High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.1
26 July 1971On 26 July 1971 Dale Varuska gets job as wrestling coach and football assistant at Dakota Wesleyan University.
Dale Varuska gets job as wrestling coach and football assistant at Dakota Wesleyan University 26 July 1971 The Daily Republic (Mitchell, SD)

Citations

  1. [S269] South Dakota Geddes High School Graduates, by Rootsweb.

Norman Lee Varuska

M, b. 29 April 1937, d. 11 December 2021
Father*James R. Varuska Jr. b. 11 Dec 1898, d. 6 Jul 1977
Mother*Dora Amelia Mollet b. 10 Aug 1909, d. 26 Dec 2006
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Norman Lee Varuska
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 April 1937Norman Lee Varuska was born on 29 April 1937 at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
He was the son of James R. Varuska Jr. and Dora Amelia Mollet.
Death11 December 2021Norman Lee Varuska died on 11 December 2021 at age 84 Norman Lee Varuska
April 29, 1937 December 11, 2021

Memorial services for Norman Lee Varuska, 84, Lawrence, will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.

Born to James and Dora (Mollet) Varuska. Norman was the middle child with an older brother, Dale, and a younger sister, Charlotte. Norman was born and raised in Geddes, SD as a farm boy. He attended 8 years of country school before going to Geddes high school, where he graduated from in 1955.
In October of 1960 Norman was drafted into the United States Army. His basic training was in Fort Ord, CA, before training as a Medic in Fort Sam Houston, TX. Norman was then stationed in Fort Riley, Kansas. Many lifetime friends were made during those 2 years.
Norman graduated from The University of South Dakota Springfield, SD with a Bachelor of Science in Education, in May of 1973. He never taught school but he instructed others with many of the skills he knew.
December 27, 1960 Norman was united in marriage to Connie Rada, and they shared 60 + years together. They have four children: Bradley (Billie Dettmann) Varuska and children Riley Varuska and Jake Varuska; Toni (Mark) Stremel and children dau Kristen (Felix) Zacharias and their children Lucas Zacharias and Maggie Zacharias; and son Kellen Stremel (deceased); Teri Varuska; Jami Varuska and son Matthew Roe. Family was extremely important to Norman.
Baseball was a major part of his life; participating in City Baseball Programs. He played on the 1952 Manager Jack Scoot’s Geddes Junior Legion team and grabbed the Class “B” runner up honors in the South Dakota Junior Legion tournament in Pierre, SD. His father, Jim, got Norman and his brother Dale interested in baseball at a young age. Norman coached the Geddes teener ball team, played on the town team, and played baseball on the Army Team while stationed at Fort Riley; he was a lifetime fan of the game. After moving to Lawrence, he became an avid fan of KU sports. Norman always cheered on granddaughter Riley on the KU Women’s rowing team.
Throughout his life, Norman worked as a plumber, carpenter, electrician, cabinet builder, and concrete/foundation man, before eventually becoming the owner of his own construction business. In 1985 Norman and his family moved to Lawrence, KS where he continued his construction business before retiring a few years ago. He was always working on one project or other, and was always ready to help someone fix something or lend a tool. He is remembered for his constant smile and joking manner.
Many other family members: in-laws, Aunt Gladys, nieces and nephews, cousins and friends are left to mourn Norman and remember many good times together.
Preceding Norman in death were his parents, Jim and Dora Varuska, in-laws Joe Rada, Elfreida (Rada) and Otto Tronvold, brother Dale Varuska; sister and husband Charlotte and Bill Smith.
DateLocationDescription
1955Geddes High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South DakotaNorman Lee Varuska graduated in 1955 at Geddes High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.1

Citations

  1. [S269] South Dakota Geddes High School Graduates, by Rootsweb.

Charlotte Audrey Varuska

F, b. 15 April 1940, d. 5 November 2002
Father*James R. Varuska Jr. b. 11 Dec 1898, d. 6 Jul 1977
Mother*Dora Amelia Mollet b. 10 Aug 1909, d. 26 Dec 2006
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Charlotte Audrey Varuska
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameOctober 1958As of October 1958,her married name was Smith.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUCharlotte Audrey Varuska obtained US Social Security Card at South Dakota; last residence Hampton, Hampton City, Virginia.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 April 1940Charlotte Audrey Varuska was born on 15 April 1940 at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
She was the daughter of James R. Varuska Jr. and Dora Amelia Mollet.
MarriageOctober 1958Charlotte Audrey Varuska married William Palmer Smith in October 1958 at Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.
Death5 November 2002Charlotte Audrey Varuska died on 5 November 2002 at Hampton, Virginia, at age 62 Charlotte Audrey Smith, age 62, died Tuesday, November 5, 2002, at Walter Reed Convalescent Center.

Charlotte was a native of South Dakota and worked for the City of Hampton in food service until her retirement in 1990. She was preceded in death by her father, James Varuska. Survivors include a daughter, Barbara Smith Sneed and her husband Mark; three sons, Bryan Smith and his wife Louise, Barry Smith and his wife Caroline and Bradley Smith and his wife Barbara; her mother, Dora M. Varuska; two brothers, Norman Varuska and his wife Connie and Dale Varuska and his wife Connie; and four grandchildren. There will be a gathering of friends 7- 8:30 p.m. Friday, November 8, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Interment will be private.
Daily Press (Newport News, Virginia) 07 Nov 2002 - Charlotte Audrey (Varuska) Smith obituary
DateLocationDescription
1958Geddes High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South DakotaCharlotte Audrey Varuska graduated in 1958 at Geddes High School, Geddes, Charles Mix, South Dakota.1

Citations

  1. [S269] South Dakota Geddes High School Graduates, by Rootsweb.

Duane Dale Anderson

M, b. 4 July 1934, d. October 1982
Father*Joseph Benjamin Anderson b. 14 Dec 1897, d. 25 Oct 1966
Mother*Agnes Charlotte Mollet b. 17 Nov 1916, d. 4 Dec 1995
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Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 July 1934Duane Dale Anderson was born on 4 July 1934 at Minnesota.
He was the son of Joseph Benjamin Anderson and Agnes Charlotte Mollet.
Marriage26 January 1952Duane Dale Anderson married Doris May Lucas on 26 January 1952 at Oregon.
Divorce19 January 1959Duane Dale Anderson and Doris May Lucas were divorced on 19 January 1959 at Marion, Oregon.
DeathOctober 1982Duane Dale Anderson died in October 1982 at age 48.
Census DateLocationDescription
1940Milaca, Mille Lacs, MinnesotaDuane Dale Anderson was listed as a son in Joseph Benjamin Anderson's household on the 1940 Census at Milaca, Mille Lacs, Minnesota.1

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: Milaca, Mille Lacs, Minnesota; Roll: T627_1938; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 48-14A.

Doris May Lucas

F, b. 7 January 1934, d. 30 September 2010
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name26 January 1952As of 26 January 1952,her married name was Anderson.
Married Name2 July 1973As of 2 July 1973,her married name was Hutchins.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth7 January 1934Doris May Lucas was born on 7 January 1934 at Oregon.
Marriage26 January 1952She married Duane Dale Anderson, son of Joseph Benjamin Anderson and Agnes Charlotte Mollet, on 26 January 1952 at Oregon.
Divorce19 January 1959Doris May Lucas and Duane Dale Anderson were divorced on 19 January 1959 at Marion, Oregon.
Marriage2 July 1973Doris May Lucas married Donald Ray Hutchins on 2 July 1973 at Reno, Nevada.
Death30 September 2010Doris May Lucas died on 30 September 2010 at age 76.

Darwin Gale Anderson

M, b. 25 September 1935, d. 18 April 2013
Father*Joseph Benjamin Anderson b. 14 Dec 1897, d. 25 Oct 1966
Mother*Agnes Charlotte Mollet b. 17 Nov 1916, d. 4 Dec 1995
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Life EventDateDescription
Birth25 September 1935Darwin Gale Anderson was born on 25 September 1935 at Mille Lacs, Minnesota.
He was the son of Joseph Benjamin Anderson and Agnes Charlotte Mollet.
Marriage23 August 1954Darwin Gale Anderson married Frances E. Steinkamp on 23 August 1954 at Maricopa, Arizona.
Divorcebefore 1976Darwin Gale Anderson and Frances E. Steinkamp were divorced before 1976.
Marriage21 June 1976Darwin Gale Anderson married Ida Gloria Cathcart on 21 June 1976 at Reno, Nevada.
Death18 April 2013Darwin Gale Anderson died on 18 April 2013 at age 77 Our Father who art in Heaven, hallowed be thy name. Our father and brother passed away on April 18, 2013 at the age of 77. Darwin Gale Anderson passed away and went to meet those who passed before him. Darwin was born to Joseph and Agnes Charlotte Anderson on September 25, 1935 in Milaca, MN. The family moved to Oregon where Darwin and his brother grew up. He joined the Air Force in 1954, going on to serve his country for over 20 years. His military service included stops in England, Thailand, Gemany, New Mexico, Washington and Idaho. After his military retirement, Darwin moved on to join the United States Postal Service where he became a loyal mail carrier until his retirement in 1995.Darwin married Frances Steinhamp in 1954. the couple went on to have 6 sons and 2 daughters. They later divorces and he settled in Salem until his death.He enjoyed taking cruises, attending horse races at the State Fair, hunting and listening to country music.He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Duane Anderson. Survivors include his children, David and Fran Anderson of Lomita, CA, Darrel and Lori Anderson of Eagle, ID, Roger and Peggy Anderson of Twin Falls, ID, Lonny Anderson of Lyons, OR, Donny Anderson of Lyons, OR. Joseph and Ana Anderson of Wilsonville, OR. Lawana and Gary Frank of Sublimity, OR. and Renee and Kevin Axhelm of Stayton, OR. He is also survived by his caring brothers, Gary and Yvonne Anderson of Heppner, OR. and Lanny Jo Anderson of Salem, Or. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.Services will by held on Tuesday, April 23rd at 10:00 a.m. at Restlawn Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Restlawn Memory Gardens. Viewing will be Monday, April 22nd from 10:00 until 4:00 p.m. also at Restlawn Funeral Home.
Census DateLocationDescription
1940Milaca, Mille Lacs, MinnesotaDarwin Gale Anderson was listed as a son in Joseph Benjamin Anderson's household on the 1940 Census at Milaca, Mille Lacs, Minnesota.1

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: Milaca, Mille Lacs, Minnesota; Roll: T627_1938; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 48-14A.

Audrey Adell Swanson

F, b. 3 August 1941, d. 22 February 2008
Father*Alfred Waldemar Swanson b. 12 May 1916, d. 14 Feb 2001
Mother*Vivian Lucille Mollet b. 26 Jun 1921, d. 25 Aug 1998
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Peterson.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAudrey Adell Swanson married Carl Hilding Peterson.
Birth3 August 1941Audrey Adell Swanson was born on 3 August 1941 at Marble, Mille Lacs, Minnesota.
She was the daughter of Alfred Waldemar Swanson and Vivian Lucille Mollet.
Death22 February 2008Audrey Adell Swanson died on 22 February 2008 at Cambridge, Isanti, Minnesota, at age 66 Minnesota, U.S., Death Index
Name Audrey Adell Peterson
Maiden Name Swanson
Gender Female
Marital Status Married
Death Age 66
Record Type Cremation
Birth Date 3 Aug 1941
Birth Place Marble, Minnesota, USA
Inferred Residence Date Abt 2008
Residence Place Royalton Township, Pine, Minnesota, USA
Occupation Cook / Chef
Education 12 Years
Industry or Location Food Service
Death Date 22 Feb 2008
Hospital Cambridge Health Care Ctr
Death Place Cambridge, Isanti, Minnesota, USA
Death Registration Date 2008
Cremation Date 22 Feb 2008
Mother's Maiden Name Mollet
Informant Carl Peterson
Informant Relation Spouse
Father Alfred Swanson
Mother Vivian Mollet
Spouse Carl Peterson
Certificate Number 2008-Mn-005867.

Cleda B. Hug

F, b. 28 March 1917, d. 2 September 1992
Father*Julius S. Hug b. c 1885
Mother*Bertha (?) b. c 1886
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameJune 1950As of June 1950,her married name was Saathoff.
TypeDateDescription
SOCIALSECUCleda B. Hug obtained US Social Security Card at Illinois; last residence Highland, Madison, Illinois.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 March 1917Cleda B. Hug was born on 28 March 1917 at Illinois.
She was the daughter of Julius S. Hug and Bertha (?)
Marriage6 June 1950Cleda B. Hug married Homer H. Saathoff, son of John Saathoff and Frieda Regina Plocher, on 6 June 1950.
Death2 September 1992Cleda B. Hug died on 2 September 1992 at age 75.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 April 1930Highland, Madison, IllinoisCleda B. Hug was listed as a daughter in Julius S. Hug's household on the 1930 Census at Highland, Madison, Illinois.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED60-48. Dwelling 130.

Darwin Saathoff

M, b. 17 July 1921, d. 1946
Father*John Saathoff b. 31 Mar 1884, d. 29 Apr 1951
Mother*Frieda Regina Plocher b. 14 Jun 1891, d. 13 Mar 1984
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Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationDarwin Saathoff was also known as Sarthoff.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 July 1921Darwin Saathoff was born on 17 July 1921 at Illinois.
He was the son of John Saathoff and Frieda Regina Plocher.
Death1946Darwin Saathoff died in 1946.
Census DateLocationDescription
29 April 1930Burgess, Bond, IllinoisDarwin Saathoff was listed as a son in John Saathoff's household on the 1930 Census at Burgess, Bond, Illinois.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED3-3. Dwelling 27.