Gladys L. Mader
Apr 26, 2026
Gladys L. Mader, age 85, of Lonsdale, passed away on April 23, 2026.
Gladys was born in New Prague and grew up on her family farm near Cedar Lake. She graduated from New Prague High School and remained deeply connected to farm life, continuing to work alongside her family. In 1960, she met the love of her life, Roman, and they...
Dennis L. Swenson
Apr 20, 2026
Dennis L. Swenson, age 88, of New Prague, passed away at home April 20, 2026, with his loving wife of 53 years, Miriam, by his side.
Dennis is survived by his wife Miriam; many nieces, nephews; and other loving family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, S. August and Cora (Jacobson) Swenson; siblings, Alta Loy, Orvin Swenson, Carroll...
Greg Bruzek
Apr 18, 2026
Gregory Jon Bruzek, age 75, of Minneapolis, died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Greg was born in New Prague on April 5, 1951, to Johnny and Helen (Herda) Bruzek. He attended St. Wenceslaus Parochial School and New Prague High School. Greg was met with many challenges throughout his life but handled them with positivity and grace....
Margaret Hartman
Apr 18, 2026
Margaret Mary Christine “Peggy” Hartman passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 18, 2026, just 4 days short of her 77th birthday. Peggy was born in New Prague on April 22, 1949, to Virgil and Armella (Dohmen) Hartman. She attended St. Benedict Parochial School and graduated from New Prague High School. She spent her entire career at the...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Ruehling
Apr 14, 2026
Jacqueline "Jackie" C. Ruehling, age 92, of New Prague passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026 at Praha Village.
Jackie was born on May 10, 1933 to Frank J. and Blanche E. (Kubesh) Rehor, in New Prague, MN. She attended St. Wenceslaus Catholic School, and New Prague High School, followed by a secretarial school in Mpls.
Jackie and David Ruehling were married...
Harold Von Bank
Apr 10, 2026
Harold "Harry" Von Bank born on July 14, 1936, in New Prague, Minnesota, passed away surrounded by family at his home in New Prague on April 10, 2026. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, embodying a life of dedication and service to his community.
Harry is survived by his devoted spouse of 61 years, Arlene (Michel) Von Bank,...
Hazel Shima
Apr 10, 2026
In loving memory of Hazel Margaret Shima (Ince) who was 80 years old, lived in Shakopee, MN at Friendship Manor, had passed away on Friday April 10th and was surrounded by family and friends.
Hazel was born in Spring Lake Township to her parents Melvin and Dorothy (Teneyck) Ince, she had 6 siblings. Hazel was married for 54 years to Ron...
Ronald Robert Kopet
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,...
Marie Denise Giesen
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...
Orville R. Aman
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...
Anna Mae Witt
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...
Brianna Marie Kiefert
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...
Jon Francis Nickolay
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...
Susan Kathleen Straiton
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...
Joseph Michael Jaszczak
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...
Lorraine Julia Barta
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...
Jim M. Burgess
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...
Thomas James Rice
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...
Bonnie Jean Aebly
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...
Steven Paul Hruby
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...
