Obituary Listing

Mar 30, 2026

Ronald R Kopet “Kopee,” age 82, of New Prague, passed away on March 30, 2026.

Ronald was born to Albert and Emily (Teply) in New Prague on July 18,1943. He grew up outside of Veseli on his family farm. Ronald lost his father when he was 5 years old in a tragic accident and he was raised by his mother, grandmother,...

Mar 26, 2026

Marie D. Giesen (Mudek), age 68, passed away Thursday afternoon, March 26, 2026, surrounded by her family.

Marie was born to John and Julia (Sagissor) Mudek and was raised on the east side of St. Paul, Minnesota. She graduated from Johnson High School and later attended Rasmussen College, where she earned an associate degree in business. Throughout her career, Marie...

Mar 26, 2026

Orville R. Aman, age 94, of New Prague, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 26, 2026.

Orville was born on November 24, 1931, in Eureka, South Dakota, to Reinholt and Alma Aman. He grew up in Eureka and worked in the dairy industry before being drafted into the United States Army. He served during the Korean War and rose...

Mar 22, 2026

Anna Mae Witt, age 95, of New Prague, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on March 22, 2026.

Anna Mae was born on September 4, 1930, to Thomas and Evelyn Shaughnessy on her family’s farm in St. Thomas, Minnesota. She grew up on the farm and graduated from Le Sueur High School. After earning her teacher training certificate, she began...

Mar 19, 2026

Brianna Kiefert, age 38, of New Prague, passed away unexpectedly at home on March 19, 2026.

Brianna was born April 18, 1987, in Shakopee, Minnesota, to Randy and Teresa (Nordrum) Kes. She grew up in New Prague and graduated from New Prague High School in 2005. After graduation, she followed her love for children by working in childcare. She met her...

Mar 10, 2026

Jon F. Nickolay, age 40, of Elko, passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by family, on March 10, 2026.

Jon was born on October 30, 1985, in New Prague, Minnesota, to LuAnn and Donald Nickolay. He graduated from Jordan High School. After school, Jon worked in tree service, helping with cleanup following Hurricane Isabel in 2003. He later earned his CDL and went...

Mar 7, 2026

Susan Kathleen Straiton, 72, of Belle Plaine, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2026, at The Lutheran Home.

Susan was born on February 23, 1954, in La Crosse, Wisconsin, to Tom and Monica Straiton. She graduated from New Prague High School in 1972 and later attended the University of Minnesota, where she studied graphic design and developed a lifelong love...

Mar 7, 2026

Joseph Michael Jaszczak, 87, of Apple Valley, MN, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 7, surrounded by the love of family and the comfort of a life well lived. Joe was a devoted husband to Cathy, and a proud and loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He was also a cherished sibling, loyal friend, and a valued member of the community...

Mar 6, 2026

Lorraine J. Barta, age 89, of New Prague, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026.

Lorraine was born on February 23, 1937, in New Prague to Joseph and Julia (Pivek) Schoenbauer. She graduated from New Prague High School. During that time, while attending a wedding, her cousin introduced her future husband, Tom. The two were married on June 21, 1956, while...

Mar 5, 2026

James “Jim” M. Burgess, born January 20, 1963, age 63, of Shakopee, MN/New Prague, MN, passed away unexpectedly March 5th, 2026.

He was born and raised a “Shakopee River Boy”. He was artistic, creative and mechanically inclined. He built and fixed many things. He loved dogs, friends, and family. He enjoyed adventures on and off his motorcycles. Eventually he met his...

Mar 5, 2026

Thomas J. Rice, age79, passed away peacefully at home on March 5,2026, surrounded by his family. 

Tom was born on November 21,1946 in Iowa City, Iowa to James and Margaret Rice. He grew up in Riverside, Iowa where he developed a lifelong love for the outdoors and nature. 

Tom attended the University of Iowa, studying Computer Science. His career brought him to...

Mar 1, 2026

Bonnie J. Aebly, age 82, a resident of Heritage Meadows in St. Peter, MN, passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by family, on March 1, 2026.

Bonnie was born on June 1, 1943, in Menomonie, Wisconsin, to Dennis and Irene. She courageously battled MS for most of her life, which helped shape the strong-willed woman she became. Bonnie was feisty yet sweet, full...

Mar 1, 2026

Steven Hruby, age 58, of Le Center, passed away surrounded by his family on March 1, 2026, at Mala Strana in New Prague.

Steven was born on August 24, 1967, to Leonard and Bernice (Kajer) Hruby. Born with Down syndrome, Steven lived a full, caring, and joyful life. As a young man, he participated in the ARC program in Le Sueur...

Feb 20, 2026

Jeanette C. Wieskus, age 89, of New Prague, formerly of Fulda, died peacefully with her family at her side on Friday, February 20, 2026, at her home at Praha Village. Jeanette was born on November 8, 1936, in Fulda, MN, to William and Agnes (Dorpinghaus) Odenbrett. She grew up in Fulda, graduating from Fulda High School and then a...

Feb 8, 2026

Donald E. Novak, age 75, of St. Patrick, Minnesota, passed away on February 8, 2026, after surviving a stage IV cancer diagnosis, and fighting Parkinson's with Lewy Body Dementia. He was born on December 24, 1950, to Eugene and Helen Novak in New Prague, Minnesota, where he spent his formative years on the family farm in St. Patrick.

Feb 3, 2026

David Henry Iverson, 57, passed away on February 3, 2026 in his beloved northwoods of MN.

David "Dave" was born on May 3, 1968 in Edina, MN, to Emmet and Lavonne (Leland) Iverson.

Dave graduated from Mankato East High School in 1986 and went on to earn a Bachelor's degree in Accounting & Finance from...

Jan 28, 2026

Carol Margaret Kratochvil Carlson, 76, passed away on January 28, 2026, in Houston, Texas, leaving behind a legacy of independence, strength, and simple joys. Born in New Prague, Minnesota, to Agnes and Wenceslaus Kratochvil, Carol cherished her small-town upbringing alongside her five siblings and a large, close-knit circle of cousins and friends.

A trailblazer of her time,...

Jan 25, 2026

David (Dave) H. Dezelske Sr., age 84, passed away at home on January 25, 2026 at 84 years old. Dave loved the Lord with all his heart and passionately walked out the Great Commission as commanded by his Savior Jesus Christ in Matthew 28. "Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the...

Jan 23, 2026

Norman Eugene Hallet, age 94, of New Prague, passed away on January 23, 2026.

Norm was born on August 2, 1931, in Faribault, Minnesota, to Ferdinand and Pauline Hallet. He was raised alongside his 11 siblings. On July 10, 1965, he married Catherine Chromy at St. Wenceslaus Church in New Prague. Together, they raised six children.

Jan 21, 2026

Eugene "Gene" Tikalsky Jr, age 88, of Belle Plain and New Prague, passed away on January 21, 2026.

Born to Emily and Eugene Sr. on July 2, 1937, in New Prague, MN, Gene grew up on his family's farm with his brother Ernie. After he graduated from New Prague High School, he joined the Army. He then...