Horvath Funeral Service

Horvath Funeral Service Horvath Funeral Service provides the highest level of service for residents of Southwest Minnesota We offer a full selection of: 1. Celebrant Services

We are proud to embrace traditional values, diversity and innovation in honoring the spirit and life of each person we serve. Funeral and memorial services, ranging from traditional to uniquely innovative and personal 2. Burial services and cremation options 3.

“Kindness can transform someone’s dark moment with a blaze of light. You’ll never know how much your caring matters.” 🩶-...
02/20/2026

“Kindness can transform someone’s dark moment with a blaze of light. You’ll never know how much your caring matters.” 🩶
- Amy Leigh Mercree
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Lent begins today and continues through April 2nd. It precedes Easter and is a solemn period centered on prayer, fastin...
02/18/2026

Lent begins today and continues through April 2nd. It precedes Easter and is a solemn period centered on prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.

Visit the link below for the article, “What to Give Up For Lent in 2026: Practical Fasting Ideas” provided by Hallow.

https://hallow.com/blog/what-to-give-up-for-lent/
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In Memoriam - Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor known for “The Godfather,“ “Apocalypse Now,” and many other roles o...
02/16/2026

In Memoriam - Robert Duvall, the Oscar-winning actor known for “The Godfather,“ “Apocalypse Now,” and many other roles over an acclaimed screen career that spanned six decades, has died. He was 95.

Source and Photo Credit: CNN

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Ramona Marie Buysse was born on December 5,1929 to Philip and Helen (Fier) DeVos on the family farm north of Taunton, MN...
02/16/2026

Ramona Marie Buysse was born on December 5,1929 to Philip and Helen (Fier) DeVos on the family farm north of Taunton, MN. She was baptized, confirmed and married at St. Edwards Catholic Church in Minneota, MN. Her grade school years were at District 31 country school, and she graduated from Canby High School in 1947.

After graduation, Ramona went to work in Marshall, MN for Drs. C.A. and C.F. McGuiggan as a dental assistant and secretary. She loved her work. During that time, she met her loving husband to be, Vincent. They were married in 1950 and shared nearly 67 years together. They were blessed with 10 beautiful children, quickly filling the 3-bedroom home that Vincent built. Nine of their children were born in 10 years and there was always a baby to care for. Her friends told her, ‘Large families keep you young.’
Faith was very special to her and Vince. All of their children attended Holy Redeemer Catholic School. She served on the Holy Redeemer Board of Education, Holy Redeemer CCW, Parish Council, the Immaculate Heart Study Club and the Bingo Committee. She was also a founding member of the Pinto Athletic Support Group for Southwest State University women’s athletics in the early 70’s, in addition to serving on the Booster Club for Marshall High School. She was also a regular blood donor and an election judge for 40 years.

Ramona’s greatest joy was having all the family together, playing rolle bolle, golf, cards, bean bags, and enjoying Lake Minnewaska. Many hours were spent watching her children and grandchildren in their numerous activities. She enjoyed all sports and she loved to dance. She and Vince would dance until the band played “show me the way to go home”. She was also an avid bowler, tennis player, golfer, and card shark.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Velma Eischens, brothers Floyd, Richard and Arnold, her husband Vincent, son Patrick, grandchild Rachael, and many other relatives and friends.
She is survived by her sisters Lucy Qunell and Phyllis Birk (Walter), brother in-law Jim Buysse (Janet), her children Tom Buysse (Cindy), Jo Ann Buysse (Maggie Kubak), Paul Buysse (Luann Bertsch), Teresa Worklan (Dave), Mike Buysse (Carol Henderson), Dan Buysse (Bonnie), Chuck Buysse (Sharon), Mary Byrne (Brian Noetzelman), Phil Buysse (Kari), and 24 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.
The family wishes to thank the dedicated nurses and staff from Avera in Marshall and Granite Falls as well as Alomere, Nelson Gables and Vivie Nelson Care Center in Alexandria.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 18th from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 4:30 p.m. and a CCW Rosary at 6:30 p.m. at the Horvath Remembrance Center in Marshall. Visitation will continue Thursday from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the Remembrance Center followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall. Interment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Holy Redeemer School or the “Ramona Buysse Athletic Scholarship Fund” at Southwest Minnesota State University.

“No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.” 🇺🇸--Calvin Coolidgewww.ho...
02/16/2026

“No person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.” 🇺🇸
--Calvin Coolidge

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Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Darlene Deutz (97 years and 216 days) of Marshall, MN will be held at Holy Redeemer Ca...
02/14/2026

Mass of Christian Burial for Mary Darlene Deutz (97 years and 216 days) of Marshall, MN will be held at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall on Friday, February 20th, 2026 at 11:00 am. Visitation will take place at Horvath Remembrance Center on Thursday, February 19th, 2026 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm; with a CCW Rosary at 4:00 pm and a prayer service at 7:00 pm. Visitation will continue from 9:30 to 10:30 am on Friday at the Remembrance Center. Burial will be at Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Marshall.

Darlene passed away on Friday, February 13th, 2026 at the Avera Granite Falls Care Center.

She was born July 12th, 1928 to Nicholas and Helen (Sanocki) Sovell. She was baptized as Mary Darlene Sovell at St. John Cantius Church in Wilno, MN.

Darlene lived with her parents on a farm near Wilno until the family moved to Marshall. On August 28th, 1948, she was united in marriage to Virgil Francis Deutz. They made their home in Marshall, where they adopted four children. The couple owned Deutz’s Resort on Lake Andrew near Alexandria, MN from 1969 until 1972, when they returned to Marshall.

Darlene worked as a math and library aide at Marshall Senior High School. After retiring in 1998, she enjoyed spending time with family and friends at their home on Pickerel Lake in Ottertail County, where she and Virgil’s legacy will continue to live on.

In life, Darlene enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren grow, knitting, reading, baking, playing cards (Bridge, Liverpool, and Grandma’s Game were her favorites), and spending time with her beloved friends at Hill Street Place in Marshall.

Darlene is survived by son Mark (and Brenda) Deutz of Pequot Lakes, daughter Jane (and Greg) Janssen of Marshall, son Josh (and Barbie) Deutz of Cottonwood, and daughter Jan Kahn (and Rick) of Norwood Young America, her ten Grandchildren Parker (and Kelsey) Deutz, Kayla (and Aaron) Antony, Benjamin (and Amanda) Janssen, Nicholas Janssen, Nathan (and Traci) Janssen, Radley Heinis, Shane Heinis, and Justine Heinis, Maxwell Kahn and Abigail Kahn, and 24 Great Grandchildren. Survivors also include many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Darlene was preceded in death by Virgil Deutz, her loving husband of 65 years, parents Nicholas and Helen Sovell, siblings Francis Arzdorf, Max Sovell, Dorothy White, Eleanor DeAustin, Walter Sovell, Ted Sovell, and Audrey Paradis, and in-laws Irene Osborne, Mary Joan Eichler, and Jean Dirckx.

Memorials preferred to the Avera Granite Falls Care Center or Holy Redeemer Catholic School.

Blessed be the memory of Darlene Deutz.

02/14/2026

“Love doesn't make the world go 'round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile.” ❤
-Franklin P. Jones

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William Douglas Morton, Tracy, Minnesota, boarded the Millennium Falcon for his final flight on February 8, 2026 follow...
02/11/2026

William Douglas Morton, Tracy, Minnesota, boarded the Millennium Falcon for his final flight on February 8, 2026 following a brief battle with cancer. Bill was born in Logansport, Indiana on February 12, 1972. He graduated in 1990 from Central High School in Albert Lea, Minnesota, and attended Luther College in Decorah, Iowa.
He was a career IT with Minnesota Corn Processors and worked as Operational Technology Engineer for ADM at the time of his passing. He was the most senior member in the Emerson technology team. In these roles he did what he did best-he set the path on incorporating new technology. He took strong ownership in its success and worked hard to make sure his fellow teammates were also successful. He recently celebrated his 31st year with the company. The team he leaves behind remember him as a bright spot in their days, and someone who would always go out of his way to help.

As a boy he developed a strong sense of humanity choosing Superman as his hero. At the age of six, towel cape wrapped around his shoulders, he broke his arm flying through the living room in pursuit of justice. As an adult, he continued to emulate his hero through kindness, patience, and compassion. His favorite quote was, “Be curious, not judgmental”.

Bill was an avid gamer and a 30 year member of Jam Factor Gaming Alliance. During that time he created many characters, but these five of note will forever be remembered within the World of Greyhawk and the hearts of his gaming friends: Raphaell, Arch Druid of the Fellreev Forest; Mordarby, Grand Master Wizard of the Circle of Eight; Viconte, Patriarch of Heironeous; Sir Gaius, Knight Commander of the Knights of the Iron Blade; and Thane Bazzerak, High Thane of all Dwur. He used his creativity and artistic talent to create 3D scenery and characters for gaming. His written and oral storytelling talents contributed to his skilled leadership as a Dungeon Master. He was an avid reader of fantasy and big fan of J. R. R. Tolkien. Attending Comic Con in Indianapolis was a highlight of Bill’s life each year.

His creativity showed through in his love of cooking and baking. You could always count on Bill to bring a spicy green bean casserole at Christmas. He enjoyed experimenting with new recipes and providing feasts for his friends and family.
Bill was an eclectic music lover who enjoyed the melodies of the Middle Ages, The Planets, the Beatles, and Pink Floyd. He often sang What a Wonderful World at karaoke. He sang in the choir in high school and college, and enjoyed playing the guitar. He recently was able to attend both the Pink Floyd and the Star Wars concerts presented by the Minnesota Orchestra fulfilling two musical goals.

Most importantly, Bill was a trusted and good friend. His friendships were for a lifetime. Bill was a thoughtful and loving uncle, a dedicated son, and a caring brother. He loved attending the birthday parties of his nieces and nephews, and always provide the most loved gifts. He was an avid supporter at their school musicals, concerts and sports events. His cleverness, sense of humor and bear hugs will be missed.

Bill is survived by his cat Thor, parents Steve and Sue Morton, Cottonwood, MN, sisters Emily Morton, Tracy, MN, and Anna Kamrath (Randy), Porter, MN, nieces Erin (Dallas) Cornell, Rebecca Kamrath, Nicole (Tanner) Kettwig, Elizabeth Kamrath, and nephew James Kamrath, Great nephews Beau and Atlas and great niece Annastasia. Bill was preceded in death by his cat Muffins and Husky Meeka.

A Celebration of Life will take place in June.

If you’re interested in testing your knowledge of Valentine’s Day, look no further! Visit the link below for “60 Tricky...
02/11/2026

If you’re interested in testing your knowledge of Valentine’s Day, look no further! Visit the link below for “60 Tricky Valentine’s Day Trivia Questions That Will Surprise Even Hopeless Romantics” provided by Reader’s Digest. ❤️

Questions include - How many roses are produced for Valentine’s Day? What year did Hallmark first start selling Valentine’s Day cards? What country has a tradition in which women give men chocolate on Valentine’s Day?

https://www.rd.com/list/what-is-valentines-day/
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Mass of Christian Burial for Frank DeSleer, 94, of Marshall, will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026,...
02/10/2026

Mass of Christian Burial for Frank DeSleer, 94, of Marshall, will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with a CCW Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Parish Prayer Service at 6:30 p.m. at the Horvath Remembrance Center. Visitation will continue on Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. at the Remembrance Center. Interment will take place at St. Clotilde Catholic Cemetery in Green Valley.

Frank DeSleer was born on December 3, 1931, in Nicollet to Gust and Mary (Coopman) DeSleer. He grew up on the family farm north of Marshall, attended country school and graduated from Marshall High School in 1950. He received his first communion and was confirmed at St. Clotilde Catholic Church in Green Valley. Frank met the love of his life, Helen Klein, on a blind date in Tracy on Labor Day 1953. They were married on June 22, 1954, and embarked on a life full of ambition and adventure, hard work and happiness and plenty of laughter and love, never leaving each other’s side for the next 70 years.

Faith and family were everything to Frank. At family gatherings, after praying for health and happiness for all, he would often sit back, scan the faces of those around him and remark to Helen, “Did you ever think we’d have all this?” He was a member of St. Clotilde Catholic Church in Green Valley and, later, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Marshall. He was an affectionate and devoted husband to his wife, a dedicated and loving father to four daughters, a fun-loving and inspiring grandfather to 13 grandchildren and a particularly proud great-grandfather to 28 great-grandkids who adored him. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Third Degree, and was a recent member of the Sons of the American Legion.

Frank worked hard and played even harder. He farmed and raised livestock, served as a school custodian, sold cars, pumped gas, was a licensed real estate agent and even worked as a taste tester for a time. He enjoyed gathering with friends and family, playing cards, fishing, camping and traveling, taking many trips with Helen to various locations all across the country, as well as epic expeditions to Alaska, Mexico and Guatemala.

Quick-witted with a sharp sense of humor, Frank had a quip for almost any situation. While hilarious on the surface, those who knew him and loved him recognized his oft-spoken one-liners as sayings of substance – lessons learned over the course of a life well lived that will be passed onto generations upon generations of his descendants, ensuring his words of wisdom will echo through the ages and make this world a better place for years to come.
Frank DeSleer died peacefully on February 8, 2026, after a good night’s sleep. Left to carry on his legacy is his beloved family, including daughters Kathy (David) Ourada, Patty (Randy) Lessman and Nancy (Barry) Andres; grandchildren Christine (Steve) Nelson, Laura (Peter) Schneider, Steven (Deena) Devereaux, Erin (Danny) Colburn, Justin (Amber) Lessman, Becky (Ben) Nelsen, Kyle (Brittany) Lessman, Ryan Andres, Danielle (Mike) Durland, Tony (Kayla) Ourada, Adam (Erin) Ourada, Zach (Haley) Ourada, Ashley (Tanner) Lind; great-grandchildren Amelia, Rachel and Ben Nelson, Andrew, Bennett and Emma Schneider, Eli and Gavin Devereaux, Virginia Colburn, Taryn, Caledon, Messina Lessman, Kale, Brenna, Terra Nelsen, Beau and Bria Lessman, Rylee and Jocelyn Durland, Ellie and Macy Ourada, Blake, April, Chloe and Cassidy Ourada, Jorgen, Lydia and Arlo Ourada, and baby Lind arriving in April; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen; his parents, Gust and Mary DeSleer; daughter Judy Ourada; brothers Albert and Francis; and sister Elsie.

Mass of Christian Burial for Claire Hoffmann, 90, of Marshall, formerly of Minneota, will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Sa...
02/10/2026

Mass of Christian Burial for Claire Hoffmann, 90, of Marshall, formerly of Minneota, will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at St. Edward Catholic Church in Minneota. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 13, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 5:00 p.m. and a Parish Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. at the Horvath Remembrance Center in Minneota. Visitation will continue on Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at the Remembrance Center. Interment will follow the service at St. Edward Catholic Cemetery in Minneota.

Claire Mary (Haertjens) Hoffmann was born on October 15, 1935, in Burton Township, Yellow Medicine County, to Henri and Irma (DeDecker) Haertjens. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Edward Catholic Church. Claire attended Country School District 75 and graduated from Minneota High School in 1953. She was united in marriage to Floribert Hoffmann on June 27, 1956. The couple farmed north of Minneota until they moved to town in 1995.

Claire was a kind and compassionate person who was always willing to help others in need. She was a hard worker and worked alongside her husband, Floribert on the family farm. Claire volunteered for Meals on Wheels and the Minneota Senior Center. She was a lifelong member of St. Edward Catholic Church and belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary and Joan of Arc Society. She lived at the Madison Avenue Apartments in Minneota for a time before moving to Boulder Creek Memory Care due to health reasons.

Claire died on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the Prairie Home Hospice McLaughlin House in Marshall. She is survived by her daughters Rita (Warren) Regnier of Marshall, Linda (Marvin) Determan of Marshall, Theresa (Duane) Regnier of Lynd and Lisa (Keith) Regnier of Lynd, 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Floribert, brother Arsene Haertjens and one great-great-grandchild.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the staffs of Madison Ave Apartments, Boulder Creek and Prairie Home Hospice for the care that Claire received.

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