Randy Eischens, 58, of Green Isle, MN, passed away peacefully Sunday, March 31, 2024. Funeral services took place Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at Johnson Funeral Home, 141 First Street East, Waconia, MN. Visitation was from 5 to 7 p.m. followed by a service at 7 p.m. with Father Jim Devorak as officiant. Interment took place Wednesday, April 17 at 11 a.m. at the St. Pius X Catholic Cemetery in Glencoe, MN, with Father Matthew Wiering as officiant. Born June 28, 1965, to Jerry and Marie Eischens, Randy was one of six brothers and the youngest of 11 children. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Pius X Catholic Church. His early years were largely spent working alongside his parents, brothers, and sisters at the family-owned Rolling Pin Bakery in Glencoe. He was active in band, choir, and 4-H. He graduated from Glencoe High School in 1983. Randy worked several jobs over the years, but he was most proud of his time with the Three Rivers Park District. Named for the Minnesota, Mississippi, and Crow Rivers, the park provides families, friends, and the community with 27,000 acres of play outdoors. When on break, he would frequently walk outside to watch the deer wandering along the trails or to catch a beautiful sunset. He loved nature. From an early age, he always treasured fishing with his friends and enjoying the cool morning fog hovering over the pond while waiting for the sunrise. Randy bonded with nature while on the water, patiently waiting and watching for birds and various other wildlife to appear as he stood quietly waiting for a tug on the end of his line. Randy enjoyed the simple things in life. He was always happy to strike up a conversation with family, friends, neighbors, or just about anyone, especially if it had something to do with sports. He was an avid fan of the Minnesota Twins, following them through all their ups and downs. He did the same with his second favorite team, the Minnesota Vikings. He had a kind and happy soul, and he was deeply loved by his family and others. He will be greatly missed. Randy is survived by his siblings, Linda Eischens Shaul of Glencoe, Bruce Eischens of Waconia, Fred Eischens of Shakopee, MN, Penny Glowienka (Tom) of Wind Lake, WI, Darcy Eischens of Washington, DC, Tim Eischens (Sherri) of Glencoe, Todd Eischens of Silver Lake, and Shari Templin (friend, John Winter) of Glencoe; nieces and nephews, Kathleen Vertin-Nevala, Justin Shaul, Jerrod Shaul, Mitchell Eischens, Marci Sussenguth (Joe), Melissa Hadfield (Nick), Matt Eischens (Molly), Nicole Eischens, Sara Morris (Scott), Curtis Verdon (Mandy), Dani Scott (John), Christopher Templin, Haley Fogarty (Dan), Rachael Templin, in addition to numerous great-nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends. Randy is preceded in death by parents, Jerry and Marie Eischens; siblings, William M. Eischens and Pamela Eischens Kollei; nephews, Gabriel “Gabe” Eischens and Nicholas Templin; and brothers-in-law, Scott Shaul and Donald Templin. Arrangements are with the Johnson Funeral Home in Waconia, 952-442-2121, www.johnsonfh.com.

Diane Linda Frauendienst, 74, of Gaylord, MN, passed away Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the Galeon Senior Center in Osakis, MN, peacefully surrounded by loved ones. Diane was the daughter of Benjamin and Agnes (Connolly) Kahlow, born and raised in Henderson, MN, where she was baptized as an infant and attended school in Henderson. On March 22, 1971, Diane married her soulmate, Darrel Frauendienst. Together, they shared 39 wonderful years of marriage together before his passing in March of 2011. Together they raised two children, Darrel Jr. and LaRenda, while also building a business and farming. Diane loved to travel and enjoyed many trips with Darrel. Later, LaRenda became her travel partner. Diane spent her final days up north thinking about her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, dreaming about where their futures would take them. She always wanted the best for them.  She will be remembered for the laughter and heartfelt generosity she always gave, and she will be missed dearly.  Diane is survived by her son, Darrel Frauendienst Jr. (Rachael) of Gaylord;  daughter, LaRenda Frauendienst Wibstad (Jess) of Gaylord; step daughter-in-law, Jolie Frauendienst of St. Cloud, MN; grandchildren, Austin Frauendienst (Kelly), Branton Wibstad, (Sara DeGroat), Amber Wentzlaff (Mitchel), Tyler Wibstad, and Alex Frauendienst (Emily Tuchtenhagen); step-grandchildren, Heidi Frauendienst (Alex Marxen), Haley Tadych (Dan), and Roger Frauendienst; great-grandchildren, Elodie Wentzlaff and Levi Frauendienst; step greatgrandchildren, AJ Marxen and Roman Marxen;  brother, Jim (Pat) Kahlow of Le Sueur, MN; sister, MaryLou Brenke of Albert Lea, MN; sister, Judy Wendorff (Harold Holicky) of Gaylord; brother, Leo Berger of Henderson; brother-in-law, Dale Frauendienst (Loraine) of Gaylord; sister-in-law, Barb Frauendienst of Gaylord; and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Darrel Frauendienst; parents, Benjamin and Agnes Kahlow; in-laws, Elmer and Esther Frauendienst; stepson, Roger Frauendienst; brother, Dick Kahlow; brother, Dave Kahlow; sisterin-law, LaVonne Berger; sister-in-law, Lois Milbrandt; and brother-in-law, Larry Frauendienst. A private graveside memorial is planned for a later date. Blessed be her memory.

David H. Nieland, 72, of Wausau, WI, passed away at his home Monday, April 8, 2024, with his wife Karen by his side. He was born Oct. 15, 1951, in St. James, MN, the third child of the late Richard M. and Marion (Meier) Nieland. David was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in St. James. He was confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Arlington, MN. He grew up in Arlington, where he graduated from Arlington-Green Isle High School in 1969.  On Sept. 26, 1978, he married Karen Rucks at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Arlington. David attended Hutchinson Technical College in Hutchinson, MN. Upon graduation, he gained employment at Twin City Testing in Wausau in 1986, eventually working for Bureau Veritas as a welding and bridge inspector until his retirement in 2017. Among his interests and favorite pastimes, he enjoyed fishing, tending to flower gardens, anything wildlife-related, and doing crossword puzzles with Karen. Survivors include his wife, Karen Nieland; two sons, Dillon (Renee) Hicks and Matthew (Sarah Thompson) Nieland; two grandchildren, Jakob and Lillianna Hicks; two sisters, Beth Dahl and Carol (Brad) Willmsen; one sister-in-law, Jacqueline Nieland; and two aunts, Evelyn Christianson and LaVonne Rosenwinkel. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Richard F. Nieland. A celebration of David’s life took place at 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau. Rev. Joy Nelson-Jeffers officiated. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.