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Marcella Esther Yager was born October 18, 1930, in rural Howard Lake, Minnesota, the daughter of Erwin and Milla (Stoppelman) Klammer. A lifelong member of St. James Lutheran Church of Howard Lake, Marcella was baptized on November 9, 1930, by Pastor Seltz and confirmed in her faith on April 2, 1944, by Pastor Seltz.
On June 6, 1950, Marcella married Harlan Yager at St. James Church, officiated by Pastor Melinat. Together, they were blessed with four children, Gail, Jane, Dave, and Julie. They made their home and livelihood on a farm south of Howard Lake.
Marcella was actively involved in the church as a member of LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League) and the Naomi Quilting Guild, and she served on various committees. She was an avid gardener, planting a variety of vegetables and flowers to share with the family. Additionally, Marcella enjoyed cooking and baking, hosting Holidays, and was always ready with delicious cookies or banana bread for anyone who stopped by for a quick visit.
While managing the farm, Marcella and Harlan often took breaks and enjoyed visiting their cabin on Woman Lake. They loved fishing together or with a couple of grandchildren, frequently catching their limit for an evening fish fry.
It was on July 30, while a resident at The Lodge of Howard Lake, that Marcella was called to her eternal rest at the age of 94 years and 9 months. Marcella was preceded in death by her parents Erwin and Milla Klammer; husband, Harlan Yager; son, David Yager; brother, Ken Klammer; brother, Wayne Klammer; sister-in-law, Shirley Klammer; brother-in-law, Dale Lemmerman; brother-in-law, Arwood Yager; brother/sister-in-law, Jim and Valeria Ernhart; brother-in-law, Eugene Yager; brother/sister-in-law, Dale and Lorna Anderson; brother/sister-in-law, Donald and Lorelie Yager.
Marcella is survived by her loving daughters, Gail Gerber, Jane (Bob) Bayerl, and Julie (Tom) Grad. Grandchildren: Jason (Rachel) Gerber, Aaron (Christa) Gerber, Bill (Angie) Gerber, Joe (Jessie) Keating, Josh (Cara) Keating, Ciara Grad, Laurie (Pat) Kincade, Kristy (Jeff) Wessel. Fifteen great-grandchildren, Sister, Arlene Lemmerman; Sister-in-law, Helen Yager; nieces, nephews, and a host of family and friends.
Funeral service will be held on August 5th, 2025, at 11:00AM at St. James Lutheran Church, Howard Lake, MN. Visitation begins at 9:30AM and goes until the time of service. Internment at Howard Lake Cemetery. Arrangements by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home of Howard Lake at Swansonpeterson.com

Jeffrey Neal Scott, age 65, was born January 29, 1960 in Redfield, South Dakota to Eugene and Wilma (Nagelhout) Scott. He passed away July 20, 2025, at the Gardens of Winsted. Jeffery graduated from Aurora-Hoyt Lakes Highschool in 1979, and then went on to attend vocational school in Duluth, MN.
Jeffrey worked at Holiday Circuits in Minnetonka as a manufacturer, and enjoyed watching dirt track racing. He also enjoyed watching the Minnesota Vikings, Wild, and Twins.
Jeffery is survived by his two brothers, Dennis (Cindy) and Bradley Scott, sister Malinda (Doane) Scheunemann, and four nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Douglas Scott.
A memorial service will take place at 1:00 PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025 with visitation 1 hour prior to services at Castlewood First Presbyterian Church in Castlewood, South Dakota. Arrangements by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Howard Lake, 320-543-3401, www.swansonpeterson.com

Jeanette Mae Shackleton born on July 15 1952 and died on July 15 2025 on her 73rd birthday. She went to Heaven to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She is survived by her 3 loving daughters Ann, Laura, and Angela. She is also survived by her 5 beloved grandchildren Cody, Ashley, Amber, James, and Violet.
A small funeral is planned for Sunday, July 27th 2025 for family and close friends.

Grace Margaret Stoll (nee Kluver), age 93, of Howard Lake, MN passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025. She was born October 20, 1931 to Thomas and Etta Kluver (nee Folkerts) near Clara City, MN.

She was baptized on November 30, 1931 by Pastor Emil Rieber. Grace was confirmed on May 18, 1947 at Zion Lutheran Church in Alexandria, MN by A.C. Seltz. Her confirmation verse, Colossians 3:17, was very special to her and a guide for her life, “Whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and The Father by Him.” The hymn, “Take Thou My Hand and Lead Me” was the confirmation hymn.

Grace graduated in 1951 from Raymond High School, Raymond, MN. She moved to Minneapolis and worked at Dayton’s Department Store in the women’s better dresses department where she was frequently called upon to help with a stuck zipper.

Grace met Martin C. Stoll at a young adult Walther League rally at St. John Lutheran Church north of Atwater, MN. They were married on September 14, 1952 by Pastor Theo Melinat at St. James Lutheran Church, Howard Lake, MN. They made their home and living on a generational farm north of Howard Lake. This union was blessed with three children. They milked cows, had beef cattle, chickens, pigs and more. She had a vegetable garden and several flower gardens.

She enjoyed canning, cooking, baking, and trying new recipes. Bible study, embroidery, putting puzzles together, reading, and traveling the five-state area were some of her favorite pastimes. Visits with family and friends were always special to her. She participated for many years as a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and the ABC Bible study group. She attended Naomi Guild helping to make quilts for others. She was a member of the Howard Lake Good Samaritan Auxiliary. She began volunteering at the Howard Lake Good Samaritan in 1992 making popcorn, serving coffee and goodies, helping with hymn sings and serving root beer floats. Grace was quoted, “I’m thankful to God for all His blessings to me. Without Him, I couldn’t get far, so it’s good to keep him close by always.” She loved God and family.

She moved to the Good Samaritan Society in Howard Lake in September of 2019. On July 21, Grace was called to her eternal rest.

Grace Stoll was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Etta Kluver; her beloved husband Martin C. Stoll; infant daughter Judy Lynn; brother Henry Kluver; brothers and sisters-in-law George and Bonnie Kluver, Clarence and Helen Kluver; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Willis and Bernadette Stoll; nephews, John Kluver, Earl Stoll, Fred Stoll, David Sale; nieces Rose Lee Willms, Maryetta Sale.

Grace is survived by her children: Margaret (Bernard) Marketon of Howard Lake, Charles (Karen) Stoll, Mankato; grandchildren Shawn Stoll, Janet (Kelly) Demuth, Andrea (James) Williams, Bryon (Julie) Marketon; great-grandchildren Anthony, Duncan, Madeline, Willow Stoll, Hayley, Anissa Demuth, Rockford, Knox Williams, Aubrey, Brooke Marketon; great-great grandchild Jasmine Stoll, and many other relatives and friends.

A Funeral service will be held on July 26, 2025, at 11:00AM at St. James Lutheran Church, Howard Lake, MN. Visitation begins at 9:30AM and goes until the time of service. Internment at St. James Cemetery, Dutch Lake. Arrangements by the Swanson-Peterson Funeral home of Howard Lake.

Andrew Jerald Koivisto was called to his heavenly home on Thursday, July 17, 2025 due to injuries sustained from a car accident on June 22, 2025.

Andrew was born on January 30th, 2008 in Buffalo, Minnesota to Gregory and Shanna Koivisto. He attended Dassel-Cokato Schools from kindergarten through 11th grade, where he made many lasting friendships and memories.

In recent years, Andrew enjoyed working for his dad at the cabinet shop. His high-energy personality had a unique way of keeping the group connected and motivated, uniting people of different backgrounds to work toward a common goal. He had a natural gift of bringing joy and momentum wherever he was.

When he wasn’t working, Andrew could be found hanging out with his friends, golfing with family and loved ones, swinging around nieces and nephews, or lending a hand with someone’s project. Most recently he was the project manager on his cousin Vince’s truck rebuild. He was always ready to jump in and help, and rarely sat still for long.

Andrew was known for his bubbly, unassuming nature and his remarkable ability to connect with anyone. His hummingbird-like energy could light up a room, even if only for a moment before he was off to the next thing. He leaves behind a reputation of kindness, joy, and sincerity. Andrew set an example for others in the way he always made things right with those he loved. Most importantly he carried a desire for the Gospel.

He is survived by his parents, Gregory and Shanna Koivisto; his siblings, Blayne (Abigail), Abigail (Hans Siltala), Nicholas (Jade), Hans (Akia), Jack, Ellen, Greta, Clayton, Landon, Sam, Leo and Jane Koivisto; his 11 nieces and nephews; grandparents, Nancy Mattila and Paul and Ruth Koivisto; his special friend Kayla Kotila; his large extended family; and many friends who loved and enjoyed him.

Andrew is preceded in death by his grandfather Gary Mattila and uncles Micheal Mattila and Grant Koivisto.

A visitation will be held from 4-8 PM with 7 PM prayer service on Sunday, July 20, 2025, continuing 1 hour prior to service on Monday, and a funeral service at 2 PM on Monday, July 21, 2025 all at the Cokato Laestadian Lutheran Church. Arrangements by Swanson-Peterson Funeral Home of Cokato, MN 320-286-2534, www.swansonpeterson.com