MINNESOTA OBITUARIES OF ALFORDS

AND SPELLING VARIATIONS

 

 

Obituaries are listed alphabetically by FIRST name. Included are people whose last name, maiden name, or married name is Alford or a spelling variation: Alfred, Alvord, Allford, Halford, Hallford, Holford, etc.

 

The name of the newspaper (or other source) and place and date of publication follow the name of the deceased. If we published the obituary in AAFA ACTION, the issue is noted.

 

The Alford American Family Association (AAFA) has often added notes for each obituary, including Social Security Death Index (SSDI) data, relationship of the deceased to other Alfords, and lineages. Extensive research notes are not always included in the interest of making the obituaries available online. We will add to AAFA NOTES as time permits.

 

Where lineages are included (Alford unless otherwise stated), the format is: Name, year of birth, state or country of birth.

 

We welcome corrections and additional information. If you have an obituary from this state that is not included here, please share it with us!

 

Date posted: 29 NOVEMBER 2009

 

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Frequently cited sources include these databases at Ancestry.com:

 

MN Births: Minnesota Birth Index, 1935–2002

MN Deaths: Minnesota Death Index, 1908–2002

 

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AMY ELISABETH OLESEN ALFORD

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 17 September 2008

 

 

            Alford, Amy Elisabeth (Olesen) age 37, died on September 13th, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Born April 8, 1971 in Elgin, Illinois. Attended Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Formerly employed at Carmichael Lynch, Minneapolis.

            Preceded in death by her father, James Olesen.

            Survived by loving husband, Jim Alford; and children, Jens, 3 and Rose, 1; mother, Linnea Olesen (Sarona, WI); brother, Dave (Kristen) Olesen and children (NWT, Canada); sister, Nanci Olesen (Steve Epp) and children (Minneapolis, MN); and parents-in-law, Judy and Lee Alford (Bloomington, MN).

            The Olesen and Alford families and Amy’s many friends honor Amy as a true inspiration in her everyday love of life.

            Funeral service Wednesday, September 17 at 1 p.m, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 4100 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis. Reception following at church. Memorials preferred in lieu of flowers to American Cancer Society. Gill Brothers Minneapolis 612-861-6088.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Amy Elisabeth Alford (SS# issued in IL), last residence Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.

 

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AUDREY L. HARTKOPF ALFORD

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 29 August 2004

 

 

            Alford Audrey L. Alford, age 87, of New Hope. Preceded in death by husband, Sidney; parents, Baldwin and Obeline Hartkopf of Osseo; brothers, Merlin, Waylon and Baldwin Jr. Survived by son, Richard (Gretchen) Alford, Ross (Becky) Alford; grandchildren, Scott (Susan) Alford, Elizabeth (James) Alford-Sullivan, Megan Alford; great-grandchildren, Grace and Logan Alford; nieces, nephews, other loving family and friends.

            Audrey was a vital and active woman who lived a full life. She loved people, the outdoors, the Twins and animals large and small. She was an independent woman that took pride in her knowledge of local and professional sports teams. She worked at several banks in the Twin Cities until she retired.

            Her remains will be buried next to her brother, Merlin in McCalister, Montana, a state she loved. Her wish was not to have a memorial service but memorials may be given to the Animal Humane Society of Golden Valley. Washburn-McReavy Robbinsdale Chapel 763-537-2333

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Audrey L. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 23 March 1917 and died 25 Aug 2004, last residence Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.

 

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BARBARA MARY ALFORD KUHRKE

 

[A nearly identical article was published the same day in the Minneapolis Star Tribune.]

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Tuesday, 1 May 2007

 

            Kuhrke, Barbara (Nee Alford)—Age 83 Former 3M Employee. On April 28, 2007. Preceded in death by husband, George; 1 brother; and 2 sisters. Survived by son, Mark (Paula); brother, Patrick Alford; and sister, Evelyn Karn.

            Mass of Christian Burial Thursday, 10AM at Church of Saint Bernard, 197 W. Geranium, St. Paul. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 4-8PM at Bradshaw, 1078 Rice at Magnolia. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred. Bradshaw. 1078 Rice Street. 651-489-1349

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Barbara Mary Kuhrke (SS# issued in MN) was born 26 Oct 1923, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

            See the obituary of her sister Ester May Alford Roth in this compilation.

 

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CONRAD S. ALFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—27 May 2004

 

            Alford, Conrad S.—Attn: IBEW Local 110 Of Maplewood Age 72, peacefully on May 26, 2004. Preceded in death by son, Steven; mother, Dorothy Sigety; and brother, Edmond. Survived by loving wife, Kathie; son, David (Annette); and daughter, Colleen (Bud) Witte.

            Service Friday, 11 AM at Bradshaw, 1174 Payne at Rose. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park…. Bradshaw 1174 Payne Avenue 651-776-1551.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Conrad S. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 12 Sept 1931, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

 

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DAVID HARLAN ALVORD

 

DULUTH NEWS-TRIBUNE

Duluth, St. Louis Co., MN—Saturday, 12 October 1996

 

            David H. Alvord, 51, Peabody Street, died suddenly Thursday, Oct. 10, 1996, in St. Luke’s Hospital.

            He was a lifelong Duluth resident, graduating from Denfeld High School and earning a bachelor of science degree from the Unviveristy of Minnesota-Duluth. He then went on to serve his internship as a medical technologist at St. Luke’s Hospital, where he met his wife, Priscilla. David and Priscilla worked together in the lab at St. Luke’s Hospital for 28 years, and, on Sept. 14, also celebrated their 28th wedding anniversary. He was a past member and president of the Jaycees.

            He was preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Eunice Alvord; and two brothers, Gordon Jr. and Steven Alvord. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla; two daughters, Kimberly and Amy, both of Duluth; and a brother, Robert of Minneapolis.

            Visitation: 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, and continuing from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday, in Jarvi-Dowd Chapel. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Burial will be in Oneota Cemetery.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that David H. Alvord (SS# issued in MN) was born 13 Aug 1945, last residence not listed.

            MN Deaths lists David Harlan Alvord, died 10 Oct 1996 in St. Louis Co., born 13 Aug 1945, mother’s maiden name Morris.

            MN Births lists David Harlan Alvord, born 13 Aug 1945 in St. Louis Co., parents Gordon Alvord and Eunice Morris.

 

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DONNA RAE ALVORD POPE

 

STATE JOURNAL

Lansing, Mower Co., MI—20 February 2000

 

POPE, DONNA RAE

St. Johns

 

            Donna Rae Pope, 55 went to her Lord February 19, 2000, after a long and courageous battle with Lymphoma at Ingham Medical Center. She was born June 29, 1944, to Donald and Marie (Eisler) Alvord. She attended Elsie Schools and graduated from Elsie High in 1962. For the past 14 years she was employed by Squires Equipment in Eaton Rapids in the School Bus Division.

            Donna is survived by her husband, Raymond G. Pope, Jr., whom she married October 3, 1964, in St. Johns; daughter, Theresa and Phillip Benson of Agusta, NJ; son, David and Heather Pope of Dewitt; 3 of her greatest loves, her grandchildren, Logan Phillip Benson, Blake Isabelle Benson and Jacob David Pope; her father, Donald Alvord of Houghton Lake; brother, Gary and Rita Alvord of Ovid; sister, Monica Stechschulte of Dayton, OH; father-in-law and mother-in-law, who loved her like their own, Raymond C. and Irene Pope of St. Johns.

            She was preceded in death by her daughter, Mary Anne Pope, and mother, Marie Alvord.

            Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 22, 2000, 10:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church…. Burial will follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Osgood Funeral Home on Sunday, 12-4 and 6-8 p.m., and Monday, 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A Rosary service will be prayed Monday evening at 7p.m. at…. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Clinton County….

            Grandma: We will always love you. You are now our Special Angel in Heaven. Logie Bear, Blakie Belle and Jakey.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Donna R. Pope (SS# issued in MI), last residence St. Johns, Clinton Co., MI.

 

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DOROTHY IRENE PAULSON ALLFORD

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 6 May 2007

 

            Allford, Dorothy I. age 81, of Chaska [Carver Co.], died on April 30, 2007. Preceded in death by husband, Donald; parents, Lewis and Mabel Paulson; brothers, Donald, Marvin, Merlin, Harold, and Roger Paulson. Survived by daughter, Lisa Allford, of Chaska; granddaughter, Meleah Allford, of Chaska; brothers Robert Paulson, of IL, and Lewis Paulson, of OR.

            At Dorothy’s request, there will be no memorial service. Bertas Funeral Home (952) 448-2137

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Dorothea Irene Allford (SS# issued in MN) was born 9 Feb 1926, last residence Chaska, Carver Co., MN.

 

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EDMOND L. ALFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Tuesday, 30 December 2003

 

            Alford, Edmond L. Husband, Dad & Grandfather Born June 10, 1924. Preceded in death by his mother Dorothy Sigety; & son Richard. Survived by his much loved wife Edna; daughter Roxie; son-in-law Patrick; granddaughters Kati & Kerstin; spectacular cousins & friends Michele & Cathy; and brother Conrad.

            Friends are invited to attend Memorial Services 2PM Saturday Jan. 3rd at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 436 No. Roy St. on the Midway, with reception following. Memorials preferred to the Church, Union Gospel Mission, or donor’s choice. Arr. The Roseville Memorial Chapel, 651-631-2727.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth date of Edmond L. Alford (SS# issued in MN) and list his death date as 27 Dec 2003, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

            See the obituary of his wife, Edna Margaret Moser Alford, in this compilation.

 

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EDNA MARGARET MOSER ALFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Thursday, 5 February 2004

 

            Alford, Edna Margaret Wife, Mom, Grandma Born 10/1/1925 - Died 2/2/2004 Preceded in death by: her parents, Henry & Anna Moser; sister, Anna Wilbur; recently (12/27/03); by her much loved husband, Edmond; and son, Richard. Survived by her daughter, Roxie, son-in-law, Patrick and their daughter, Kati; Rick’s daughter, Kerstin; and treasured cousins and friends, Michele & Cathy.

            Edna and Eddie had a love for each other that comes around once every couple of millennia. When Eddie died, Edna died too. It just took a few weeks for her soul to catch up to her heart. Edna spent her life being an inquisitor and an encourager and the one who who painted silver linings in grey clouds. Right now she is probably greeting old friends and new, and most likely trying to feed people. Now it’s time for us to paint those grey clouds for ourselves and others.

            Profound thanks to Pastor Joy Johnson & Intern Steve Floftad for their many spiritual blessings. There are no words to adequately express gratitude to the staff & volunteers at the Pillars Hospice. Their gentle and thoughtful care will always be remembered. Dear Family & Friend, so many of you gave generous memorials in Eddie’s name and sent cards and flowers, don’t think it necessary to repeat this for Edna.

            Please join Edna’s family in a celebration of a life well lived at 1PM Saturday February 7th at Bethlehem Lutheran Church 436 No. Roy Street in the St. Paul Midway. Arr. The Roseville Memorial Chapel 651/631-2727

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Edna M.. Alford (SS# issued in CA), last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

            See the obituary of her husband, Edmond L. Alford, in this compilation.

 

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ELMIRA J. LOUDEN ALFORD

 

Source unknown

_____, MN—_____ March 1942

 

Mrs. Elmira Alford

 

            Elmira Louden, daughter of Gardner and Pauline Louden, was born at Glenville, Minn., Dec. 31, 1885, and died at her home in Faribault on March 17, 1942 at the age of 56 years, two months, 18 days.

            She lived in Glenville until her marriage to Emmett Alford on April 30, 1900 [Emmet’s obituary says April 29,.1901], in Albert Lea. They came to Austin and made their home here for 22 years, moving to Faribault in 1922, where they since resided. To them eight children were born: Chester, Myrtle, Mildred, Stanley, Virginia, Merlyn, Fred and Beverley. Mr. Alford died on June 1, 1936 [sic: June 11, 1935]; Myrtle on June 22, 1935; Merlyn in 1926; and Beverley, in infancy.

            Mrs. Alford is survived by five children: Chester Alford of Minneapolis, Mrs. Mildred Scott of Chicago, Ill., Stanley Alford of Minneapolis, Mrs. Virginia Horn of Binghamton, New York, and Fred Alford of Austin. She also leaves five sisters, Mrs. Helen Biephley of Albert Lea, Mrs. Della Wendt and Mrs. Addie Torgerson of Glenville, Mrs. Aldia Greenland of Gilmore City, Iowa, and Mrs. Irene Muggeley of Minneapolis; four brothers, Jay and John Loudon of Austin, Henry Louden of Medford, and Tom Louden of Kansas City, Kans; 11 grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

            Mrs. Alford was a member of the Church of Christ in Austin. She was also a member of the Degree of Honor Lodge in Austin.

            Mrs. Alford was not ill very long, but was stricken with heart trouble on her way home at noon Tuesday, March 17, and lived but an hour. She was loved and respected by all who knew her and her sudden death brings sorrow to her family circle and friends.

            Funeral services were conducted both in Farifault and in Austin on Sunday, March 22. Interment was in Oakwood cemetery.

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of her husband, Emmett Carl Alford; and her daughter-in-law Mildred Ora Himle Alford in this compilation.

            MN Deaths lists Elmira J. Alford, died 18 March 1942 in Rice Co., which differs from the obituary.

 

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EMMETT CARL ALFORD

 

Source unknown

_____, MN—_____ June 1935

 

Emmet Alford, 54, Was Buried At Austin On Friday

 

            Emmet Alford, the past nine years, shoe repair man at the Busy Bee here, died on Tuesday, June 11 at 12:45 p.m. at St. Lucas hospital, following an illness lasting since February 3rd.

            Mr. Alford was stricken with pneumonia in February and five weeks ago suffered a relapse and was taken to the hospital where death came.

            Mr. Alford was born August 13, 1880 in Glenville, Minnesota where he lived during his infancy. When he was nine years old he with his family moved to Austin, Minnesota where he lived for the next twenty-five years.

            While in Austin Mr. Alford operated a shoe repair shop. He was married to Miss Elmira Louden of Glenville, at Albert Lea, on April 29, 190l [Elmira’s obituary says April 30, 1900]. To the Alford’s eight children were born, six of whom survive. One child died in infancy and one son Murlin was killed in an accident eleven years ago.

            While in Austin he was a member of the Home Guards. Mr. Alford was a quiet person, was a faithful worker and will be sadly missed by his family and co-workers.

            Funeral services were held at 1 o’clock on Friday from the Alford home at 16 14th Street [Faribault] and at 3:00 o’clock at the Christian Church at Austin with Rev. Poll officiating. Burial was made in Oakwod cemetery at Austin.

            Left to mourn his departure is his wife, of Faribault; three sons, Chester of Austin, Stanley of Chicago and Fred of Faribault; three daughters, Mrs. Will Lee of Faribault, Mrs. Martin Buddish of Chicago and Mrs. Kenneth Hor of Minneapolis. He also leaves twelve grandchildren and a half brother, Harry Kaiser at Austin.

 

Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Mower Co., MN—www.findagrave.com

 

AAFA NOTES: See the obituaries of his wife, Elmira Louden Alford; and his daughter-in-law Mildred Ora Himle Alford in this compilation.

            MN Deaths lists Emmett Carl Alford, died 11 June 1935 in Rice Co.

 

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ERIC J. HRUZA ALFORD

 

TIMES AND DEMOCRAT

Orangeburg, SC—Tuesday, 9 July 2004

 

            Eric J. Hruza Alford, 21, of St. Paul, Minn., died while serving on active duty, on July 5, 2004.

            Procession from the mortuary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday, July 9, with a graveside service at 10 a.m. at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

            Mr. Alford was preceded in death by his father, David, and uncle, Gary Hruza.

            Survivors include his mother, Beverly Hruza Hayne; a brother, Norman Newland; a sister, Melissa Hruza; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. George (Marlene) Hruza, and Patrick Alford and Lois Shepherd; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and many friends….

            Mueller Mortuary in Minnesota is in charge of arrangements.

 

In another article:

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 7 July 2004

 

 

            Alford, Eric J. (Hruza)—Beloved Son, Brother, Grandson Uncle & Nephew Age 21 of St. Paul, while serving on active duty, on July 5, 2004.

            Preceded in death by father David; and uncle Gary Hruza.

            Survived by mother Beverly (Hruza) Hayne; brother Norman Newland; sister Melissa Hruza; grandparents George & Marlene Hruza, Patrick Alford & Lois Shepherd; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews; & many friends.

            Eric found his life in the US Navy serving onboard USS Abraham Lincoln. Visitation 4-8PM Thursday (today) at Mueller Mortuary Parkway Chapel, 835 Johnson Pkwy.... Graveside 10AM Friday at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Memorials preferred.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Eric J. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 27 Dec 1982, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

 

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ESTER MAY ALFORD ROTH

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Saturday, 19 February 2000

 

            Roth, Ester M. (Alford) born 8/8/20, died on Feb 17 after a long fight with illness.

            Preceded in death by husband, Carl; son, Fredrick; parents, brother, 2 grandsons & a great-granddaughter.

            Survived by 2 daughters, Claudia Miller, Lucretia (Don) Neumann; 2 sons, Darrel (Sylvia) & Gregory; sisters, Barb Kuhrke, Evelyn Karn, Theresa Yarbough; brother, Patrick; 31 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren & 6 great great-grandchildren.

            .... Funeral Service 10:30 AM at Mueller’s [Mortuary]. Interment at Ft Snelling Nat’l Cemetery 12 PM on Tues (2/22)....

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

            See the obituary of her sister Barbara Mary Alford Kuhrke in this compilation.

            MN Deaths lists Ester May Roth, died 17 Feb 2000 in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., born 9 Aug 1920 in St. Paul, mother’s maiden name Kuffel.

 

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GREGORY CURTIS ALFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Wednesday, 3 October 2007

 

 

            Alford, Gregory C. Loving Husband, Dad, Grandpa Visitation Today Age 58, of St. Paul, passed away October 1, 2007.

            Survived by loving wife, Kathleen (nee Lynam); children, Elizabeth (Antoine) Khoueir, James (Naomi), Thomas, & Stephen; granddaughter, Anne Marie Khoueir; mother, Kay (Winfred) Johnson; father-in-law Leo Einfeldt; sister, Kathy (Gus) Nieboer; brothers, James (Barb), Tom, & Tim (Debbie); many nieces & nephews.

            Preceded in death by father, Charles. Greg was a Vietnam Veteran who served in the United States Marine Corps.

            He had fond memories of playing on the 1976 All American Bar Fast-Pitch Softball World Series Championship team. He was an avid reader & golfer (4 holes in one), and longtime member at Dellwood Hills Country Club. Employee of Davis & Associates in Eden Prairie. Lastly, he was the proudest grandpa of his precious “Lodie” (Annie), and invented the game “toe-toe” for her. He was exceptional at everything he did, a hero to many, and will be sorely missed.

            Mass of Christian Burial 11AM Thursday, October 4 at The Church of st. Agnes, 548 Lafond Ave., St. Paul. Interment Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation at Mueller-Bies Funeral Home—Roseville, 2130 N. Dale St. at County Rd B from 4—8PM Wednesday (today). In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society or the Disabled American Veterans. Mueller-Bies 651-487-2550.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Gregory C. Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 4 March 1949, last residence not listed.

            MN Births lists Gregory Curtis Alford, born 4 march 1949 in Ramsey Co., parents Charles Aaron Alford and Kathryn Dorothy Jonas.

 

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HAROLD EVANS “BUD” ALLFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Friday, 13 August 1993

 

            Allford, “Bud” Harold E., age 80, Arden Hills. Vice President Northwestern College. Funeral services Saturday, 1:00pm, Roseville Covenant Church. Visitation Friday 5-7pm at the church and 1 hour prior to service on Sat. Sunset Funeral Chapel 789-3596

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Harold E. Allford (SS# issued in MN) was born 15 Feb 1913 and died 11 Aug 1993, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

            MN Deaths lists Harold Evans Allford, died 11 Aug 1993 in Hennepin Co., born 15 Feb 1913, mother’s maiden name Evans.

 

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IRMA M. ALVORD

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 10 July 2005

 

            Irma M. Alvord, age 90, of Becker, formerly of Orono passed away on July 7, 2005 at Sunrise Cottages in Buffalo where she was thoughtfully and gently cared for during her last few weeks. Preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Maxwell E. and son, Maxwell T. She is loved and will be deeply missed by son Peter (Sharon), many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, and beloved dog, Riley.

            Services will be held at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery on Thursday, July 14, 2005 at 10:30 a.m., where she will be buried beside her late husband. Dingmann Family F.H. (763) 262-1454

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Irma M. Alvord (SS# issued in MN) was born 12 Dec 1914, last residence Long Lake, Hennepin Co., MN.

 

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JERAMY LYNN ALFORD, JR.

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—17 September 2003

 

            Jeramy Lynn Alford, Jr., 20 months old, passed away on September 15, 2003. Funeral services were held on Friday at the Washburn-McReavy Hillside Chapel. Interment was in Hillside Cemetery.

            Surviving are his mother, Dana Christensen; father, Jeramy, Sr.; sister, Jasmine Alford; grandparents, Cliff and Ronnie Christensen and Lillie Alford; and foster parents, Cindy and Doug Gregoire.

 

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KATHLEEN ANN LASCHINGER ALFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 29 April 2007

 

            Alford, Kathie nee Laschinger Age 63, of St. Paul Passed away April 27, 2007. Preceded in death by husband, Conrad. Survived by mother, Helen Laschinger; brother, Keith (Julie) Laschinger; nephews, Luke and Lee Laschinger; step-son, David (Annette); step-daughter, Colleen (Bud) Witte; and aunts and uncles.

            Service Wednesday, 11AM at Bradshaw, 1174 Payne at Rose. Interment Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation Tuesday 4-7PM and one hour prior to the service Wednesday....

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kathleen Ann Alford (SS# issued in MN) was born 9 March 1944, last residence St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN.

            MN Births lists Kathleen Ann Laschinger, born 9 March 1944 in Ramsey Co., parents Charles Duane Laschinger and Helen Linnea Carlson.

 

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KENNITH BRADFORD HALFORD

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 16 July 2008

 

 

            Halford, Kennith B. “Ken” age 85 of Golden Valley, MN and formerly of the Lake Minnetonka area.

            Preceded in death by son, Dale Halford.

            Survived by daughter, Mary Jenkins, UT; also survived by sons, Bradd (Remy) Halford, CA, Perry Halford, CA; daughter, Colleen Halford, MN and their mother, Verna Letts, CA; six grandchildren and many great- grandchildren; brother, Richard (Kathy) Halford, UT; sister, Dora (Joe) Plant, UT; and other family members.

            Ken was a longtime employee with Brown Photo/Black’s Photo. WW II Veteran, U.S. Coast Guard-Merchant Marine. Ken loved to golf whenever he would get the chance.

            Funeral service, Friday, July 18, 2008 at 11:00 am. Visitation Thursday from 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm and one hour prior to service all at Huber Funeral Home Chapel, 520 2nd St. Excelsior, MN. Interment Woodside Cemetery, Shorewood, MN. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to the American Red Cross. Huber Funeral & Cremation Services Excelsior Chapel 952-474-9595 www.huberfunerals.com.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Kennith Bradford Halford (SS# issued in UT) was born 27 May 1923, last residence Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN.

 

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MARY C. ALVORD HILDEEN

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Wednesday, 10 January 2007

 

            Hildeen, Mary C. (nee Alvord ) age 91, long time resident of Brooklyn Center. Mary was the wife of the late Don Hildeen and the mother of the late Donna Moldenhauer. She is survived by daughter, Roxanne (John) Lawrence; grandchildren, Suzanne Moldenhauer, Michael, Nicholas, and Benjamin Lawrence; and sister, Lola Kanneman.

            Memorials preferred to Brooklyn United Methodist Church or the North Memorial Hospice Unit. Memorial Service Thursday 2 pm, with visitation starting at 1:30 pm at Brooklyn United Methodist Church, 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center. Interment Mound Cemetery. Evans-Nordby 763-533-3000

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list her death.

 

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MATHILDA ALMA MARIA POST ALVORD

 

POST BULLETIN

Rochester, Olmsted Co., MN—9 August 1983

 

            Mathilda Alvord, 92, a resident at Chosen Valley Care Center in since 1982 and formerly of Rochester, died today of respiratory failure at the nursing home in Chatfield.

            Mrs. Alvord was born Mathilda Alma Maria Post on Sept. 17, 1890, in Ledyard Township of Kossuth County, Iowa. She lived in Iowa and Missouri before coming to Minnesota in 1910 after her marriage to Marion L. Alvord on Oct. 5 of that year in Algona, Iowa. They farmed in Minnesota’s Martin County and then moved to Chatfield in 1926. They moved to Rochester in 1948. Mr. Alvord died in December 1955. Mrs. Alvord, a homemaker, was a member of the Royal Neighbors of American, Chatfield Chapter.

            Survivors include two sons, Harlan of Rochester and Stanley of Austin, Texas; a daughter, Mrs. Donal (Clarice) Hinesley of Austin, Texas; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandson. She was also preceded in death by a son, a grandson and 10 brothers and sisters.

            The funeral is 11 a.m. Thursday at Christ United Methodist Church.... Burial will be in Lakebelt Cemetery in Ceylon, Minn.

            Friends may call from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Vine Funeral Home....

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death (_____ Aug 1983) dates of Mathilda Alvord (SS# issued in MN), last residence Rochester, Olmsted Co., MN.

            MN Deaths lists Mathilda Alma Maria Alvord, died 9 Aug 1983 in Fillmore Co., born 17 Sept 1890, mother’s maiden name Gilbert.

 

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MILDRED ORA HIMLE ALFORD

 

DAILY HERALD

Austin, Mower Co., MN—Sunday, 16 August 1998

 

            Mildred Ora Alford, 81, of Austin, died Thursday, August 13, 1998 at her home.

            She was born Feb 20, 1917 in Dodge County, (MN) the daughter of Erick and Bertha Brekke Himle.

            She attended rural school and later received her GED. She was married to Frederick Alford on Feb. 20, 1938.

            She was a home maker and worked for 15 years as a public health aid. Mildred was a member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church.

            She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, two brothers and two sisters.

            She is survived by daughters and son-in-law Diane Lothson, North St. Paul; Donna and Jerry Oberle, Faribault; son and daughter-in-law David and Kristi Alford, Austin; sisters and brothers-in-law Ethelyn Hahn, Austin; Hazel and Norman Pearson, Rochester; Jane and James Lepeska, Minnetonka; brothers and sisters-in-law Olgar and Judy Himle, Austin; Lee and Carol Himle, Spring Valley; brother-in-law and wife Harvey an Elaine Fjerstad, Austin; Aunt Stella Fjerstad, Kasson, six grand children and many nieces and nephews.

            Memorial services: Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 am at St. Olaf Lutheran Church.... Visitation will be at the Clasen-Jordan Mortuary....

            Interment: Burial will be in the Oakwood Cemetery in Austin.

 

Photo from Oakwood Cemetery, Austin, Mower Co., MN—www.findagrave.com

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records confirm the birth and death dates of Mildred H. Alford (SS# issued in MN), last residence Austin, Mower Co., MN.

            See the obituaries of her husband’s parents, Emmett Carl Alford and Elmira J. Louden Alford, in this compilation.

            MN Deaths lists Mildred Ora Alford, died 13 Aug 1998 in Austin, Mower Co., born 20 Feb 1917 in Dodge Co., MN, mother’s maiden name Brekke.

            Her husband is listed in MN Deaths as Frederick Emmett Alford, died 17 Oct 1988 in Olmsted Co., born 12 Dec 1915, mother’s maiden name Louden.

            Frederick Alford, age 4, was listed in the 1900 census of Austin, Mower Co., MN. He was the son of Emmett C. and Elmira J. Alford. They were ages 33 and 18 both born in MN.

 

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MORRIS ALFORD

 

BRAINERD DISPATCH

Brainerd, Crow Wing Co., MN—Saturday, 2 April 2005

 

FORT RIPLEY [Crow Wing Co.]—Morris Alford, age 85, resident of Fort Ripley, died Friday, April 1, 2005, at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Brainerd.

            Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 5, 2005, at St. Mathias Catholic Church in Brainerd.... Nelson-Doran Funeral Home in Brainerd.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

 

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PERCY OLIVER ALFRED

 

THE JOURNAL

New Ulm, Brown Co., MN—Thursday, 2 December 2004

 

            Percy O. Alfred, 92, of 1127 North Washington in New Ulm, died Tuesday, November 30, 2004, at the New Ulm Medical Center in New Ulm.

            A private family service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, December 3, at Minnesota Valley Funeral Home in New Ulm with burial at a later date in the New Ulm City Cemetery....

            He is survived by his daughters and sons-in-law, LaVonne and Larry Christensen of Sleepy Eye, Helen and Bob Vogel, Joni and Dave Ahlness, all of New Ulm; sons and daughters-in-law, Mel and Dianne Alfred of New Ulm, Myron and Judy Alfred of Florence, Montana; 15 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; a sister and brother-in-law, Katherine and Willard Gluth of New Ulm; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Irene Alfred of Cornelius, Oregon, Imelda and Raymond Havemeier of New Ulm, and Pearl Alfred of Roselle, Illinois.

            He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Irene Alfred on January 18, 1981; sister, Mary Pitzner; brothers, Albert, Robert, Arthur, Edward, Harry and Charles Alfred; and a great-grandson, Adam John Wandler.

            Percy Oliver Alfred was born on October 16, 1912, in Stark Township, Brown County, to Henry A. and Frances (ShingShang) Alfred. On October 4, 1940, he married Irene Knapp at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sleepy Eye. They farmed from 1944 to 1950 in Leavenworth Township and from 1950 to 1975 they farmed in Milford Township. They then moved to New Ulm. He enjoyed his yardwork and gardening.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

 

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RUSSELL HALFORD

 

PIONEER PRESS

St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN—Sunday, 7 August 2005

 

            Halford, Russell, age 94, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2005 at his home. He is survived by loving wife, Sue, family and friends. A Memorial Mass will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 10, 11:30am at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 16670 13th St. So., Lake St. Croix Beach. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Lakeview Hospice. Simonet Funeral Home.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

            See the obituary of his wife, Susan B. Smekofske Halford, in this compilation.

 

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SUSAN BERNICE SMEKOFSKE HALFORD

 

STAR TRIBUNE

Minneapolis, Hennepin Co., MN—Sunday, 23 November 2008

 

 

            Halford, Susan B. (Smekofske) Age 96, of Mpls passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family on Nov. 21, 2008. Preceded in death by husband, Russell Halford. She is survived by 6 children, Reeta Vanasch, Bertha (John) Fay, Barbara (Mike) Vien, Janet (Jerry) Fay, Jerry (Cathy) Halford, James (Gale) Halford; 19 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; many relatives and friends. She will be dearly missed.

            Family will accept memorials for Catholic Charities. Visitation 1 hr before service. Memorial Service 10am Monday, Nov. 24 at: Cremation Society of Minnesota 7835 Brooklyn Boulevard Brooklyn Park 763-560-3100.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records show that Susan Bernice Halford (SS# issued in MN) was born 8 Oct 1912, last residence Elk River, Sherburne Co., MN.

            See the obituary of her husband, Russell Halford, in this compilation.

 

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TONY SCOTT ALFORD

 

SUN NEWS

Myrtle Beach, Horry Co., SC—Friday 8 September 2006

 

MINNEAPOLIS—Tony Scott Alford, 36, of 2040 First Street South, died Wednesday, September 6, 2006.

            Mr. Alford was born in Loris, the son of the late Leamon J. Alford and Essie Rabon Alford.

            A former resident of the Loris area, he attended Loris High School. Mr. Alford attended Calvary Baptist Church in Aynor.

            He moved to Minnesota in 1991 and went on to complete his studies, receiving his diploma from Armstrong High School in Minnesota.

            Mr. Alford was predeceased by his stepfather, Harmon Todd; and two brothers, Leamon Earl Alford and Johnny Archie Alford.

            He is survived by three brothers, Bobby Lee Alford and his wife, Linda, of Conway, Larry Gene Alford of Conway and Robert Harold Alford of North Charleston; two nieces, Bobbie Lynn Alford Skipper and her husband, Brian, of Aynor and Lorie Lynn Alford of Conway; three nephews, Larry Heath Alford and his wife, Tonya, of Conway, Robert Heath Alford of Conway and Christopher Erik Alford and his wife, Starr, of Aynor; a special sister-in-law, Wanda F. Rabon of Aynor; three great-nieces and two great-nephews; and several aunts, uncles, and friends.

            Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, September 10, 2006 at Goldfinch Conway Chapel.... Burial will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery....

            Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

 

AAFA NOTES: SSDI records do not list his death.

            We published the obituaries of his mother, Essie Mae Rabon Alford; his brother Johnny Archie Alford; and his grandmother Sally Jane Johnson Alford in the South Carolina Obituaries compilation.

            For more information on this family, see AAFA’s published genealogy,. Descendants of William Alford of Horry Co., SC, b. about 1760.

            His lineage: Tony Scott SC¹, Leamon 1930 SC², Archie Leamon 1907 SC³, Jessie Cannon 1879 SC⁴, Ashley Levi 1842 SC⁵, Daniel William “Duke” 1811 SC⁶, John B. 1780 NC⁷, William 1760 NC⁸.