February is National Heart Awareness Month! This February spread awareness about America’s most comon birth defect-Congenital Heart Defects (CHD), and do something good for your own heart!
Karen Rye started as the new administrator at Adrian Country Cottages on February 1st. She comes to Adrian after 22 years at Crossroads Care Center in Worthington, where she was Social Services Director. Congratulations Karen!
Parker Andrew Riley, son of Mark and Jessica (Lynn) Riley was baptized on Sunday, January 28, 2018, at American Lutheran Church in Worthington. Parker’s sponsors are Morriah and Brandon Aggen. Grandparents, Steve and Sharon Lynn of Adrian and Dan and Jan Riley of rural Worthington, along with many family members and friends gathered to celebrate Parker’s baptism. Welcome Parker, to the family of God!
Coy Alan Aggen, son of Morriah and Brandon Aggen, was baptized on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lismore. His Godparents are Morgan (Wieneke) Ziebrath and Adam Aggen. Grandparents, Andy and Michelle Wieneke, and Bruce and Joni Aggen, along with other family members were present to support Coy and his parents. Welcome to God’s family Coy!
Briggs and Brooks Lonneman celebrated their first birthday on January 29th. The twins are the sons of Brad and Jen Lonneman of rural Adrian.
Adrian Town and Country’s 3rd through 5th grade Sunday basketball started this past Sunday, February 4. Any boy or girl who would like to learn some fundamentals of basketball and play in some scrimmages are encouraged to come. The program runs on Sunday afternoons beginning at 1:00 p.m. throughout February. If you are interested, call Megan Vortherms at 507-227-3279, or just show up. All are welcome.
Braxton Roy Reker, son of Briana and Jordan Reker, was baptized during Mass by Father Colletti, on Sunday, January 28, 2018, at St. Adrian Catholic Church. Braxton’s Godparents are Taren and Ethan Crow. Braxton’s grandparents Amy Niebuhr and Greg Mattheisen, and Natalie and Randy Reker were present at his baptism. Great grandparents Jerry and Bev Niebuhr and Jack and LaVonne Slater and Anita Reker, as well as many family members were also present. A reception was held in the CCD hall for all who came. Welcome Braxton to God’s family!
This past week was a week of loss for our area. Dave Wiertzema of Adrian (formerly of Ellsworth) lost his battle with cancer. Dave passed away on Friday, January 26. His funeral was held Tuesday, January 30, at Zion Presbyterian Church in Ellsworth, with Pastor Paul Snyder officiating. Honorary pall bearers were Dave’s seven grandchildren. He was so proud of his family! Dave directed the Ellsworth’s Living Last Supper, as well as many plays held in Adrian. Our deepest sympathy to Jerre and the whole family. Blessed be the memory of Dave Wiertzema.
Larry Roemeling, 62, of Adrian was laid to rest on Tuesday, January 30. Father Rick Colletti officiated at his funeral held in St. Adrian. Larry passed away at the Mayo Hospital surrounded by Lezlee, Morgan, Macey and other family members. Larry was a long time member of the Adrian Fire Department and the members were pall bearers at Larry’s funeral. Larry was one of sixteen children born to John and Viola Roemeling. Lezlee and her daughters sang Larry’s fight song “Thunder” while family and friends swayed to the music. This song was a favorite and always revitalized Larry. Blessed be the memory of Larry Roemeling. You will be missed!
Dwaine Kruse passed away at the age of 92 at Parkview Manor in Ellsworth, MN. Dwaine and his wife Wilma were married for almost sixty years. He loved to collect caps, and many of them were brought for the funeral at Salem Reformed Church in Little Rock, IA. Dwaine’s funeral was held on Saturday, February 3rd, with Pastor Dustin Sperlich officiating. Wilma expressed how pleased the family was with the wonderful care Dwaine received while at Parkview Manor Nursing Home. Blessed be the memory of of Dwaine Kruse.
Be sure to read Curt Hendel’s article in last week’s Nobles County Review. We are fortunate to have Curt in our area to write about things happening for Veterans.
Fly Eagles Fly! It was a great game! The fact that the Philadelphia Eagles were the underdogs made the win that much better. It looked like the US Bank Stadium was full to the brim. Mary (Cox) and husband Mark Taylor were at the game. I couldn’t ask them what the tickets cost. Mary said I would die. I don’t want to know!
“Hey it fits good!” exclaimed a five year old from inside his older brother’s tent of a shirt. Do you ever compare yourself to someone else, try to be like them? You know the person I’m talking about, that person who has children, a full-time job, and still finds time to be involved in her community and church. How does that work for you? I find myself coming up “too small”. If I would be honest, I’m not even close. I may pick up some great pointers, make some good changes to my life, but I can’t be them. Sometimes the desire to be someone else leaves us feeling inadequate- “too small.” Maybe we are the right size as we are. No matter what, in God’s eyes we fit! DK
