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ALNESS, Ole Andrew (I4603)

CHRISTENSEN, Owen Martin (I4228)

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KARTH, R.J. (I4384)

MCKITTRICK, Archie E (I4285)

A family tree on Ancestry.com has Peter later marrying a woman named Rose Bukovich, with whom he had a daughter Sandra Anitha, b. 1943 in Milwaukee.

Peter had a Railroad Board Social Security number.

WANNEBO, Peter Varge (I20450)

According to a Record of Aliens Pre-Examined in Canada, from 22 June 1922, he came to the U.S. from Norway in 1901, arriving in New York. His last permanent address was Nokomis, Saskatchewan. His nearest relative in Norway was his sister Raghild Lakvoll in Christiania. He had last visited the U.S. in 1921, departing for Canada in April. He was going to see his wife Olga and family in Little Falls and intended to stay for two months.

In February of 1923, he was recorded as entering the U.S. at the port of Winnipeg. This may be the travel referred to in the pre-examination noted above. He claimed to have no family in Canada. His last permanent address was in Nokomis. His final destination was Little Falls.

He was a farm laborer in Little Falls in the 1930 census.

In the 1940 census, he was an inmate in the Anoka State Hospital in Anoka County, Minnesota, where he had resided since at least 1935. The census form refers to that institution as an insane asylum.

LEIKVOLL, Sven Knute (I11409)

According to the article on her wedding in the Two Rivers newspaper, she was a graduate of Lawrence College in Appleton.

Rose Muriel Ellingboe, age 74, of 1309 Reed Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday, March 9, 2002 at her residence.

Muriel was born Feb. 29, 1928 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Oscar and Rose Glander Lindemann.

She attended First German Evangelical Lutheran Church School, and later Lincoln High School where she graduated with the class of 1946. Muriel continued her education at Lawrence University where she graduated with the Bachelor of Science Degree in 1950.

Muriel married Charles Ellingboe Sept. 20, 1952 at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. She was a member of First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Ladies Aid, and drove for the Red Cross for many years.

Survivors include her husband Charles Ellingboe, Manitowoc; one daughter, Sarah Ellingboe, Menomonee Falls; one son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Marti Ellingboe Jr., Oldsmar, Fla.; four granddaughters, Lauren, Hannah, Elizabeth and Claire Ellingboe, all of Oldsmar, Fla.; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Oscar and Margaret Lindemann, Valders, Philip and Elizabeth Lindemann, Valders; two sisters-in-law, Jeanne Lindemann, Manitowoc, Lois Riopelle, Menomonee Falls; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides her parents, Muriel was preceded in death by one brother, John Lindemann Sr., one sister-in-law and two brothers-in-law, James and Shirley Ellingboe, Wilfred Riopelle.

LINDEMANN, Rose Muriel (I8281)

An article in the Northfield News on 31 March 1966 describes Jerry A. Sandmann’s guerrilla warfare training.

Jerry Allen Sandmann, 79 of Golden Valley, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2025, surrounded by family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer.

Memorial services will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Webster on June 14, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. The Reverend Donavon L. Riley will officiate. Military rites will be provided by the Northfield VFW and American Legion. Interment will be at St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery, Webster. Visitation will be for two hours prior to the service at the church.

Arrangements are being completed by Boldt Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Faribault.

Jerry is survived by his partner of 38 years, Richard Kelley, and by his sister, Betty Nelson, of Webster; nephews and nieces, James, Timothy, Kimberly and Kristine; great and great-great nephews and nieces, Jason, Sarah, Carrie, Nicholas, Kayla, Ashton, Avery, Lily; sister-in-law, Roxanna. He is also survived by Richard’s siblings Donna, Nancy and John. Jerry leaves behind many other loving family members and friends.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Florence Sandmann, his brother, Larry and his nephew, Mark. He was also preceded in death by Richard’s brother, Larry and sister, Georgieann.

Jerry was born on July 24, 1945, and was placed in the Lutheran Children’s Friend Society of Minnesota, St. Paul campus. He was baptized Harlan Harvey some time between birth and his adoption. On January 1, 1946, at the age of 5 months, he was adopted by loving parents, Ira and Florence (Tonsager) Sandmann. They had previously adopted a baby girl, Betty, from the same adoption home, after having their name on the list for over 10 years. With all of the paperwork in hand and knowing that one baptism was good to make him a Child of God, his name on his birth certificate was changed Jerry Allen Sandmann. Aunt Agatha Sandmann (Ira’s sister) made the trip with them to pick up Jerry. As it was New Year’s Day, they then went to celebrate at Leif and Mable Fossum’s (Ira’s brother in law and sister) home in Webster. Many asked whose baby Florence had, as she often babysat one of her sibling’s children. Betty quickly spoke up and said “This is Mama’s baby.” In 1957, Jerry became a big brother when his parents adopted his brother, Larry, from a distant relative in Seattle at the age of 4.

Ira and Florence were the most loving and Christian parents one could have. Jerry was raised on his parent’s Holstein dairy farm in rural Webster, MN. He was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church (LCMS) in Webster. He was confirmed at St. John’s in 1960 and was a graduate of New Prague High School in 1963. He was then drafted into the United States Army in October 1965 with a tour of duty in Vietnam from 1966-1967 for 11 months and 29 days; just short of one year credit.

While serving in the Army, Jerry was in the Infantry as a Ground Pounder. He had never been a hunter and had just been given a weapon. He trudged through the jungle, carrying a radio for a Lieutenant, was hit in the backpack by shrapnel, deafened by mortar noise and trained to jump out of moving helicopters. He was rated SP4, which is Specialist Fourth Class and was honorably discharged after two years.

Jerry later worked at Nybo Plumbing and then at Norelco, where he worked in the shaving repair shop. He then had a 25 year career at the United States Postal Service Powderhorn Post office as a mail carrier until retiring in 2008.

While being a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Jerry taught Sunday School for 20 years and was the Sunday School Superintendent for 15 years. He also served as President, Elder and Trustee. He led the Vacation Bible School program for many years, as well.

Jerry had many hobbies. He was a master at crocheting and was a long time member of the Minnesota Lace Society. He made hundreds of doilies, afghans, shawls and baby blankets, not to mention numerous other items. He learned to crochet and dance the polka from his mother. Jerry also collected flamingos, porcelain cats, elephants and turtles. He was an excellent singer, prior to the loss of his voice. He and his sister, Betty, often sang at church as well as many weddings and funerals.

Outside of his knitting and crocheting, Jerry would thrive doing gardening and landscaping work. He worked on the common area of their winter town home in Sun City West, Arizona and for many nearby neighbors. He was happiest when he was kept active. He also was a skillful and generous cook and baker. It was common for him to bring a batch of fresh made lefse for a holiday or other gathering. In earlier years, Jerry loved to travel.

Prior to retirement, Jerry and Richard spent time at a vacation condo they had in Naples, Florida. After retirement, they wintered in their townhouse in Sun City West, Arizona.

Jerry was first diagnosed with cancer in 1998. He had surgery in addition to heavy radiation to kill any remaining cancer cells. The side effects of the radiation led to destroyed saliva glands and lack of circulation to the area; ultimately creating slow deterioration of the teeth and jawbone. In 2018, a small leg bone was partially removed to form a new jawbone. In 2022, after being cancer free for 24 years, tongue cancer returned. Surgery to remove the tumor resulted in the loss of his ability to swallow. He began tube feedings, which continued for the remainder of his life.

In June 2024, new tumors in the neck area were discovered. Two rounds of chemotherapy and immunotherapy were given, which resulted in major side effects. In September, the tumors closed his windpipe and a tracheotomy was necessary. At that point, he was admitted to the VA hospital with a major infection. He was hospitalized for 6 weeks for very strong intravenous antibiotics and then 6 weeks Inpatient VA Hospice. Jerry had an amazing and miraculous recovery in hospice from being bedridden to being able to climb stairs and begin to care for himself. He was released to go home for in home hospice with Park Nicollet Methodist Home Hospice program. This allowed Jerry to live out his days in comfort and with dignity in his own home.

Jerry’s final weeks and months were spent crocheting, working puzzles, playing games as much as possible. As he became weaker, he continued to spend time with family and friends and his faith never wavered. Jerry credited his amazing progress to recover enough to be able to go home for his final months to good care and God hearing the prayers of many prayer groups, friends and relatives. Despite all of the obstacles Jerry was faced with, he always had a great attitude about life and never complained. Jerry was a true testament that God never gives you more than you can handle. His laughter and smile were truly contagious and could light up a room. One could not help but smile when seeing Jerry’s positive attitude.

In Jerry’s own words “I believe in miracles and trust in my Savior Jesus. Just me, a vet, Jerry”

SANDMANN, Jerry Allen (I6536)

Arland McKittrick, 91, of Viola, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2015, at Vernon Memorial Hospital in Viroqua.

He was born in the town of Clayton, Crawford County, Wis., to Ernest and Matilda (Borland) McKittrick. He married Dorothy Ekum on June 30, 1948, in Viroqua. They farmed in this area all of their married lives.

He graduated from Readstown High School. He attended college at Platteville and at Madison.

He served in the U.S. Army during World War II. While in the Army during World War II, he served in France, Austria and the Philippines. He received the Good Conduct Medal, the Combat Infantryman Badge, the Victory Medal, European Theatre Patch and the Pacific Theatre Patch. He was a member of the Viola American Legion Post and the Truax/Longmire VFW Post 8483.

He was a longtime member of the Sugar Grove Church of Christ, serving on the church board, as a Sunday school teacher and Sunday school superintendent.

He was a past member of the Kickapoo Area School Board, the Richland County Board, the Kickapoo FFA Alumni and Richland County 4-H leaders. He was a charter member of the Richland County DHIA. He was instrumental in starting a protein milk market board in west central Wisconsin. He was a national and state FFA alumni member and received the honorary state farmer degree.

He was a 4-H leader for 23 years, recognized as Leader of the Year in 1981. He was a mentor to several young boys. He did cattle judging all over the state of Wisconsin and taught many young people the technique of dairy cattle judging.
Arland was known for his enjoyment of pitching softball. The story was told of a team that hadn’t lost a game in five years. When they played two different teams that Arland pitched for they lost both times.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of Viola; two sons, Larry of Tomah and Tom (Christe) of Cincinnati; one daughter, Ellen (Bob) Miller of Viola; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; one sister-in-law, June McKittrick of Richland Center; and 1 brother-in-law, Tom Ekum of Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Arlana Merry; one daughter-in-law, Sara McKittrick; four brothers (and wives), Oscar, Archie (Ruth), Melvin (Helen) and Neely; and three sisters (and husbands), Nellie (Carol) Anderson, Myrle (Allan) Randall and Olive (Clifford) Dull.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2015, at Sugar Grove Church of Christ. Pastor Dennis Johnson officiated and burial was in the Sugar Grove Cemetery.

MCKITTRICK, Arland J (I546)

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GROSS, W.J. (I19271)