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Jane Hanson was the 6th of 10 children born on the family farm to Edith (Hanson) and Art Hanson in Pine City. At the age of 15, Jane went to Minneapolis to find a job during World War II and found a position in a factory, as those jobs were plentiful at that time, but she would often have to switch jobs when employers would find out she was only 15! She married Al Kurkowski on September 9, 1947, and the couple had three children - two daughters and one son. They tried their hand at farming near Pine City until Al’s allergies to the animals prompted them to move in a different direction.

Mary Beth, as most of us knew her, worked throughout her life to bring justice to a world full of injustice. She was a strong and independent woman who tried to give voice to the voiceless and empower those who felt powerless. She was a lifelong social justice advocate who sought out opportunities to support those she thought needed her help. Consequently, Mary Beth was a very busy woman throughout her life. Mary Elizabeth Faimon was born on April 5, 1944, in her beloved Saint Paul. She passed from this world on January 18, 2023, at Methodist Hospital after struggling with chronic, and finally, acute respiratory issues. Her chronic lung issues took her strength and robbed her of her independence, and finally of her life. Mary Beth was born to Edward A. Faimon and Hildegard Mary Faimon (Jesh). She was the granddaughter of the Honorable Albert Faimon, a Minnesota state representative from 1939 through 1941. She attended St. Luke’s for grade school and graduated from Our Lady of Peace High School in 1962. In 1967, Mary Beth graduated from the College of St. Scholastica with a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work. Following her college graduation, she entered the Peace Corps in 1968 and volunteered her talents in Ubon, Thailand where she taught English as a foreign language through 1969. While she was there, she also traveled to Cambodia, Laos, and Burma. Following her return to the United States in 1969, she worked in Ramsey County Human Services as a social worker. She also returned to school at the University of Minnesota and in 1981 earned her Master’s degree in social work. She also received a post-graduate certification in behavioral analysis. After completing these programs, Mary Beth developed and directed the In-Home Family-Based Services Project from 1981 through 1983, and worked at the University of Minnesota School of Social Work to direct a grant project. Mary Beth then shifted her focus when she was recruited and began her teaching career where she taugh

Donald Hempel, 92, of Granite Falls passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at Ren-Villa Nursing Home. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, March 2 at 11 a.m.

Eileen H. Anderson, 80, of Princeton passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 21, 2023, at Elim Wellspring in Princeton. Funeral Services were at 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Williams Dingmann Funeral Home in Princeton. Visitation was from 12 - 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Andrew’s Catholic Cemetery in Granite Falls in the spring. Eileen Hannah Larson was born to Alton, Sr. and Mary (Embree) Larson on November 21, 1942, in Granite Falls. She was married to the love of her life, Russell Vernon Anderson, on April 28, 1972, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Princeton and together they raised their family of three children. Eileen worked for most of her life as a caregiver, providing daycare for a short period of time, and then working as a nursing assistant for the Princeton Hospital and Elim Home for over 40 years. Her most important role in her life was being affectionately known as “Nana Hannah” and being an amazing mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and she was very proud of her family. Eileen was a wonderful gardener and her favorite flowers were peonies. She was known for her flare for interior decorating, and she collected over a hundred baskets that she loved. She was also an avid reader and passed along her love of books to her family. Eileen was also a fan of sports and especially loved watching the Minnesota Twins. She had an affinity for old western movies and enjoyed watching Little House on the Prairie, Gunsmoke, and all the old classics. Above all else, Eileen will be remembered for being a kind, creative, and dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, coworker, and friend to all who knew her. Blessed be her memory. Eileen is survived by her children, Doreen (Steve) Nelson of Boca Raton, Fla., Bruce Anderson of Princeton, and Mark (Kari) Anderson of Zimmerman; grandchildren, Scott (Jessica) Nelson, Shawn Nelson, Seth Nelson, Samuel (Willow)

Question: What is the requirement for displaying front and rear license plates in Minnesota? What is the fine for not displaying both? I notice a lot of vehicles without a front plate, especially on Corvettes and Tesla cars. Answer: Corvettes and Tesla’s are required to have a front license plate in Minnesota, this is a common equipment violation.

Wayne Sheveland, 87, of Akron, Iowa, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023, at his home. Funeral Service was 11 a.m., Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Rexwinkel Funeral Home in Akron.

Donald Hempel, 92, of Granite Falls passed away Monday, February 20, 2023, at Ren-Villa Nursing Home. Funeral arrangements are pending with Wing-Bain Funeral Home.