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Sunset Funeral and Cremation Association, Echo, MN (2025)

07/23/2025

Brian Hoffman, age 79, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2025, while under hospice care at the Renville Nursing Home. He has now joined his beloved wife, Mary, who preceded him in death just five months earlier.

Brian was born on November 7, 1945, in Renville County, Minnesota, to Adrian and Margaret Hoffman. He was the youngest of four boys, growing up on the family farm south of Danube alongside his brothers Adrian Jr., Ronald, and Warren.

After graduating from high school, Brian worked installing X-ray machines, a job that took him between Minneapolis and St. Louis. Following the death of his father in 1997, he returned home to farm the land he was raised on and drove truck during the sugar beet harvest—a job he took pride in.

On May 30, 1997, Brian married Mary Jacobs Koop, and together they made their home in the Sacred Heart area. The two enjoyed simple pleasures, especially dining out—Chinese and Mexican restaurants were among their favorites.

Farming and trucking were constants throughout Brian’s life, particularly when it involved John Deere equipment. However, nothing brought him more joy in his later years than visits from his grandson, Adrian, whose presence always lifted his spirits.

Brian is survived by his son, Matthew Hoffman (Benita Patulay), and grandson Adrian Hoffman, all of Wentzville, Missouri, as well as his brother-in-law, Paul “Buck” Jacobs of Montevideo.

In accordance with Brian’s wishes, no funeral service will be held. His cremated remains will be laid to rest with his wife, Mary, at Watson Cemetery in Watson, Minnesota.

07/22/2025

The funeral service for Bradley Ommen, 72, of Echo, MN, will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 25, 2025, at Peace Lutheran Church in Echo. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will take place at the Echo Cemetery in Echo, MN.

Bradley Lester Ommen was born on February 27, 1953, in Tracy, MN, to Lester and Delores (Luepke) Ommen. He grew up on a farm near Brandt, SD, attended a one room country school and graduated from Clear Lake High School. Bradley graduated from Canby Vocational Technical School for Welding. He worked in Big Stone, MN and Sioux Falls, SD, before moving to Echo, MN. Bradley owned and operated his own welding business in addition to working in Granite Falls for Victor Fluid and later Granite Fluid Power. In 1982, he was united in marriage to Sheryl Weiss at Peace Lutheran Church in Echo. To this union were born children Stacey and Corey.

Bradley was a talented artist. He enjoyed drawing, metal sculpture work (including the wings in the back of this church), and creative activities with his grandchildren, having had the opportunity of living with them and his daughter for the past couple of months. In addition, Brad was also a longtime volunteer with the Echo Fire Department.

Bradley died on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at St. Francis Regional Medical Center in Shakopee, MN, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He is survived by his children Stacey (Chris) Maske of Prior Lake, Corey Ommen of Becker, MN; grandchildren Dylan, Maddie and Crew Maske; siblings Juanita Ommen of Aberdeen, SD, Linda Rasmus of Chelsea, SD, Diane (Bob) Carda of Chelsea, SD, Gordon (Jerilynn) Ommen of White Bear Lake, MN, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Sheryl.

06/25/2025

Funeral service for Gerald Rodney Lamprecht, 86, of Wabasso MN will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Wabasso at 10:00 am with public visitation held one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will be at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Cemetery following the service. Upon conclusion of the graveside service, a luncheon will be served at the church.

Gerald Rodney Lamprecht, known as Gerry, was born in Redwood Falls on March 19, 1939 to Albert and Adehlia (Wendt) Lamprecht. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran faith at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church. After graduating from Wabasso High School in 1957, he enlisted in the US Army Reserves serving for 6 years. He enrolled in the Mankato Vocational School with the goal to be a skilled worker in an auto body shop. In due time he realized his heart was in farming alongside his father Albert Lamprecht and younger brother Rollie Lamprecht.

He married Barbara Mell on July 19, 1975 at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church. They lived on the home farm place, and Gerry continued with crop farming and managing a large chicken egg laying operation.

Farming successfully for many years, Gerry continued earning recognition with awards for high yields of corn and soybeans. He took pride with meticulous care to maintain picture perfect, w**d free fields. He took care to mow roadside ditches and the areas around the home farm place buildings.

Over his lifetime, Gerry was committed to his faith in God and to St. Matthew’s Church. He faithfully served as the Sunday School Secretary Treasurer for almost 40 years and continued actively to serve on the St. Matthew’s Cemetery board until he passed away.

Gerry was called to his Eternal Home on Sunday, June 22, 2025 at the Prairie Home Hospice in Marshall MN surrounded by family.

He is preceded in death by his parents Albert and Adehlia Lamprecht; brother Ralston “Rollie” Lamprecht; a premature infant son Jeffrey Allen Lamprecht.

Gerry is survived by his wife Barbara Lamprecht; daughter Amanda “Mandy” Lamprecht Boucek (Martin), children William and Charlotte of Marshall MN; one sister Gloria Lamprecht of Bloomington MN; sisters-in-law Deb (Greg) Serbus of Redwood Falls MN, Linda Hennen and Dan Wycoff of Spirit Lake IA; brother-in-law Rich (Deb) Mell of Brandon SD; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

06/10/2025

Mass of Christian Burial for Gerald Anthony Guetter, 85, of Wabasso, MN will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church beginning at 11:00 a.m. Public visitation will take place Friday, June 13, 2025 at St. Anne’s from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a rosary at 3:45 p.m. and a prayer service at 4:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Saturday morning one hour prior to the funeral mass. Burial will take place at St. Anne’s Catholic Cemetery following the service. Upon conclusion of the graveside service a luncheon will be provided at church.

Gerald Anthony Guetter was born on December 11, 1939 to John and Armella (Baune) Guetter in Wabasso, MN. He grew up on a farm south of Wabasso and was baptized and confirmed at St. Anne’s Catholic Church where he also served as an altar boy. Gerald attended St. Anne’s Catholic School graduating from high school in the spring of 1957. Upon graduation he began his career working on the family farm. It was shortly after this time Gerald married his high school sweetheart Bernice Pohlen on May 7, 1960 at St. Anne’s Catholic Church.

Gerald and Bernice raised their family on a farm east of Wabasso. Gerald loved his time working on the farm surrounded by his family. His favorite time working on the farm was when he was milking cows.

Gerald loved to be outside. He could often be found hunting and fishing, or golfing and playing softball. Gerald was a longtime softball um lovingly known as “Pops”. He had fun trapshooting at the Redwood Sportsman’s club for many years.

Gerald passed away peacefully on Monday, June 9, 2025 at St. John’s Lutheran Home in Springfield, MN.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Bernice Guetter; Jeffrey (Donna) Guetter, Lisa (Jim) Heiling, Keith (Deanna) Guetter, Mary Sue (Brian) Fischer; grandchildren Sherri (Jake) Thoennes, Trista (Jared) Hovendick, Joshua (Crystal) Guetter, Zachary (Kari) Heiling, Cassandra (David) Sprow, Colton Guetter, McKenzie (Dalton) Taylor, Jaxon Fischer; 13 great-grandchildren; 7 brothers and 2 sisters; many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Gerald is preceded in his death by his parents John and Armella; sister Lavonne Bernardy.

In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to St. Anne’s

06/09/2025

Mass of Christian Burial for Arlene Landkammer, 97, of Morgan, formerly of Clements, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Morgan. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Following a funeral luncheon, interment will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Clements.

Arlene Frances (Stock) Landkammer was born on September 7, 1927, in Sanborn, MN, to Albert and Emma (Manderfield) Stock. She grew up in Sanborn and graduated from Sanborn High School. On May 14, 1947, Arlene was united in marriage to Jerome Landkammer at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Sanborn. The couple made their home on a farm in Sundown Township near Clements. Arlene was a devoted wife and mother, taking care of the home and their four children. She also enjoyed spoiling their dogs. Arlene was a wonderful cook, baker, and seamstress. She loved shopping and flowers.

Arlene’s faith was important to her, and she had a special devotion to Mother Mary and the rosary. In later years she enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels outside her window.

Arlene died on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Gil-Mor Manor in Morgan, where she had resided for the last 10 years. She is survived by her children Kenneth (Virginia) Landkammer of Clements, Kathleen (Roger) Wall of Clements, and Susanne (Dave) Einerson of Cottonwood; 9 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren; as well as other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jerome, daughter Mary Lou Rogers, grandson Chad Landkammer, and brothers Richard and Arnold Stock.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the St. Joseph Cemetery fund, the St. Anne’s Endowment fund, or Gil-Mor Manor.

04/22/2025

We are hiring!

Sunset Funeral & Cremation Association
100 North Ave
Echo, MN 56237

Office Manager Job Description

Company Overview: Sunset Burial Association began as a funeral service cooperative in 1931. As time advances and customs change, Sunset Funeral Association maintains the spirit of the original charter: neighbors helping neighbors during a difficult time. Our funeral home has a long history of serving our communities by providing many contemporary and traditional options for meaningful funeral and death care services.
Our association is governed by a Board of Directors and daily activities are supervised by Quinn M. Horvath and Horvath Funeral Service per agreement with Board of Directors. Our Mission is to provide the highest quality professional services to the families that call upon us.

Job Summary: Job duties include (but not limited to) the following:
• The Office Manager keeps office hours from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. during customary business days. Office manager receives walk-in clients, answers phones and conducts daily business.
• Office manager is expected to conduct routine inspections of both locations and vehicle. Any potential maintenance issues should be immediately reported.
• General follow-up from funeral planning. Office manager should be proficient with a computer. Follow-up tasks include communication with funeral participants, filing records, ordering supplies, communicating with media, etc.
• Accounts receivable/accounts payable.
• Office manager provides notes and records to the Board of Directors and provides official notice to patrons about the annual meeting and other association communications.
• In addition to office duties, additional hours are available for staffing visitations and funeral services as a Director’s Assistant.
Qualifications: The office manager needs to be empathetic. We are working with families during a very difficult time in their lives. Empathy and discretion are critical. Due to the unpredictable nature of funeral service, the work load is inconsistent. Office manager should use critical thinking skills when prioritizing tasks. Good communication skills are important.

Benefits: Hourly wages based on experience.

How to Apply: Please submit your resume to Funeral@redred.com or deliver to our Echo location: 100 North Ave.

04/04/2025

Funeral Services for Myron Geistfeld, 92, of Granite Falls, formerly of Wood Lake, will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Wood Lake. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow the service at St. John’s Cemetery in Wood Lake.

Myron Glenn Geistfeld was born on Oct 25, 1932 to Walter and Hilda (Fenske) Geistfeld in Clarkfield, the oldest of the 3rd generation coming to America from Germany. He was baptized on Nov 20, 1932 at St Luke’s Lutheran Church in Posen Township and was confirmed at St John’s Lutheran Church in Wood Lake on May 11, 1947. Myron lived with his grandparents in order to walk ¼ of a mile to attend the Posen Township School for four years of his elementary education, then attended and graduated in 1951 from Wood Lake. Myron played sports in high school including running the 440 yard dash in the district, regional and state track meets. Wood Lake High School was also where he met his life partner, Viola Goltz. Myron and Viola were married on Aug 29, 1954 at St John’s Lutheran Church and lived their first few years of marriage on the site of the Posen Township School Myron had attended as a child. They moved to their own dairy farm in 1957, where they lived until moving into Wood Lake in 2003. They were married for 66 years at the time of Viola’s death in 2021.

Myron enjoyed listening to “old time” music, and playing town-team baseball for a few years, horseshoes and cards. He also enjoyed watching the MN Twins and Vikings and his grandchildren’s activities. Myron and Viola traveled around the western US and Hawaii, Cancun and Europe, including visiting Germany six times. Closer to home, they would attend Oktoberfest in New Ulm and Stiftungsfest in Norwood Young America each year.

Myron died on Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Avera Granite Falls Care Center in Granite Falls, MN. He is survived by his son Bob (and Paula) of Wood Lake and his grandchildren Sidney, Parker and Preston and his sister JoAnn Plath of the Twin Cities. He was preceded in death by his wife, Viola.

04/03/2025

UPDATE: The location for our annual meeting at 4:00 p.m. today has been moved from our funeral home to the Echo Community Center: 342 2nd Ave West, Echo MN 56237

04/03/2025

Mass of Christian Burial for Kathleen “Kathy” Guetter, 70, of Wabasso, will be at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Wabasso. A livestream and recording of the service will be available at www.lowafc.org. Visitation will be Friday from 4:30 until 6:30 p.m. at the church, and will continue one hour prior to the service on Saturday. Interment will follow at St. Anne’s Catholic Cemetery in Wabasso.

Kathleen “Kathy” Marie (Rende) Guetter was born on June 16, 1954, in Browns Valley, MN, to Oscar and Dorothy (Kruger) Rende. She grew up in Wheaton and graduated from Wheaton High School. She attended Alexandria Vocational School for secretarial work. On December 29, 1973, Kathy was united in marriage to Gregory Guetter at Ave Maria Catholic Church in Wheaton. The couple lived in Redwood Falls for a short time before moving to the Plaetz home farm, the farm where Greg’s mother grew up, where they lived the rest of their marriage.

Kathy liked to stay busy. Throughout her life, she worked as a journalist for the Wabasso Standard, a receptionist for Farm Bureau Insurance in Wabasso, and a bus driver for Wabasso schools. In 1998, she and Greg started the Guetter Driving School. She enjoyed tending to her vegetable, flower, and fairy gardens. More than anything else, Kathy loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed trying new recipes for her family and taking care of her loved ones. She enjoyed time spent with family, including going on cruises with Greg and camping trips with the entire family at Kiesler’s in Waseca. Kathy was also very active in St. Anne’s Catholic Church and School. She served as the school nurse, helped with activities, started a cheerleading squad, and organized “I Love to Read” Month.

Kathy died on Monday, March 31, 2025, surrounded by family at her residence, under the care of Avera at Home Hospice. She is survived by her husband Greg; children Tina Snider, Chris Guetter, Stacy (Chad) Tosterud, DeeAnn (Will) Stalvey, and Erin (Ben) Dahmes; grandchildren Myra and Brinna Snider, Kendra and Gavin Tosterud, Cassidy Stalvey, Alexis and Ava Dahmes, and step-grandson Grant Tosterud; siblings Zinda Rende, Keith (Julie) Rende, and Kevin Rende; brothers-in-law Bob Vangstad and Ron Geske; as well as Guetter in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, granddaughter Eve Stalvey, siblings Dennis Rende, Karen Vangstad, and Anita Geske, and son-in-law Durham Snider.

The family would like to thank Avera at Home Hospice for their compassionate care of Kathy.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St. Anne’s Catholic School new construction project.

02/20/2025

Funeral service for Marlin Paul Kuehn, 92, of Redwood Falls, MN will take place on Monday, February 24, 2025 at Peace Lutheran Church in Echo, MN beginning at 10:30 a.m. Public visitation will take place Sunday, February 23, 2025 at Sunset Funeral and Cremation Association in Echo, MN from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a prayer service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue Monday morning at Peace Lutheran beginning at 9:30 a.m. Burial will take place at the Echo City Cemetery following the funeral service. Upon conclusion of the graveside service a luncheon will be provided at church.

Marlin Paul Kuehn was born on November 14, 1932 to Paul and Hertha (Wendt) Kuehn in Echo Township, MN. He was baptized that same day at home by Pastor Carl J. Schrader. He grew up on a farm outside of Echo and attended Echo Public School until the spring of 1946 when he completed the 8th grade. He was confirmed on April 14, 1946 at Peace Lutheran Church in Echo, MN by Pastor Theo Bauer. He began working on the family farm until he was drafted into the United States Army in 1953. He served until 1955 notably stationed at Camp Gordon, Fort Hood, and Nurnberg, Germany. Once Marlin completed his service, he returned to Echo and continued to farm until his retirement in 1995.

On May 23, 1958 Marlin was united in marriage to Darlene Kreft at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Vesta, MN by Pastor Walter O. Nommensen. The couple raised their family on a farm outside of Echo, MN.

Marlin served 17 years on the Peace Lutheran Church Council. He spent 9 years as an elder and 4 years each as home treasurer and synod treasurer. He enjoyed welding and wiring. Marlin and Darlene enjoyed traveling and took many trips throughout their lives together. Later in life he could often be found at Pizza Ranch enjoying his chicken legs. Marlin’s faith and family were the most important things in his life. He loved to spend time with his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Marlin passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the Prairie Home Hospice - McLaughlin House, Marshall, MN on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

He is survived by his children Bernie Kuehn of Milroy, Amy (Dale) MacArthur of Marshall, Brenda (Larry) Olsen of Lake Benton, and Kathy (Glen) LaVoy of Cottonwood; grandchildren Alexander (Hannah) MacArthur, Kayla (Josh) Welvaert, Isabella (Taylor) Johnson, Samuel MacArthur, Brady (Mindee) Olson, Terron (Mallory) Olson, Karissa Olsen, Krystal (Jon) Gottsman, Taylor LaVoy, Dalton (Brenna) LaVoy, Kylie LaVoy, and Grace LaVoy; great-grandchildren Autumn, Pippa and Emry MacArthur, Lincoln and Raelynn Welvaert, Elsie and Sadie Johnson, Oliver and Lyric Olson, and Amity Olson.
Marlin is preceded in death by his wife Darlene; his parents Paul and Hertha; daughter-in-law Rosie Kuehn; and grandson Tanner LaVoy.

02/05/2025

Funeral service for Herbert Erwin Hein Jr. will take place on Friday, February 7, 2025 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Vesta, MN beginning at 11:30 a.m. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. Upon conclusion of the funeral a luncheon will be provided at St. John’s. Burial will take place Friday at 1:30 p.m. at the Echo City Cemetery.

Herbert “Junior” Erwin Hein was born on November 20, 1937, in Echo, Minnesota to Herbert and Laura Hein. He was baptized and confirmed at Peace Lutheran Church in Echo. He attended elementary and high school in Echo, graduating in 1956.

On October 27, 1957, he was united in marriage to Dorothy Huseby at Rock Dell Lutheran Church in rural Belview. Herb and Dorothy farmed for a few years near Belview then moved to “the Cities” in 1966 with their two daughters. Herb worked for the Minnesota State Highway Department and then in construction quality control for several private firms, working on highway, bridge and dam projects around the Midwest. Herb and Dorothy moved back to Belview following his retirement in 2000. Herb was an avid card player, well known at contract bridge, whist and poker tables in Minnesota and surrounding states. He authored a book “Hein Two-Suited System & Partnership Bidding Agreements”, part bridge strategy and part autobiography. He loved gardening fruits and vegetables, especially tomatoes, cucumbers, Concord grapes and watermelon. In late summer, he would fill the trunk of his car with produce and drive around sharing the bounty of his gardens with family, friends and anyone who happened to be in the vicinity. Herb enjoyed attending estate and auction sales, chasing the thrill of a “good buy”, then transporting his treasures home in the fashion of The Beverly Hillbillies - in an overflowing trunk and/or tied to the roof of his car.

Herbert Hein Jr. entered eternal life on Sunday, February 2, 2025, at Parkview Nursing Home in Belview at the age of 87 years. He is survived by daughter Shelly and son-in-law Nathan Schultz, daughter Lorie Reilly– as well as 6 grandchildren: Nikolaus (Jenny) Schultz, Natalie (Travis) Carr, Joshua Reilly, Jessica (Jonathon) Newkirk, Daemon and Derek Bauer – and 7 great-grandchildren: Norman, Ella and Hazel Schultz, Walter and Nolan Carr and Jordan and Kate Newkirk. Also surviving are sisters Jenet Jacobson and Mavis Boushek. He was preceded in death by his wife and parents.

Blessed be his memory.

In lieu of memorials, plant a garden and give away the produce or donate to your local food shelf.

01/30/2025

The funeral service for Ervin “Bill” Zimmer, 91, of Echo, will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 3, 2025, at Peace Lutheran Church in Echo. A recording of the service will be available later at www.sunsetfuneralassociation.com. Visitation will be Sunday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the church, with a prayer service at 6:45 p.m. Visitation will continue one hour prior to the service. Interment with military honors will follow at the Echo City Cemetery.

Ervin “Bill” Larry Zimmer was born on August 1, 1933, to Augusta (Werner) Zimmer and Paul Zimmer on the farm near Echo, where Bill grew up and lived his whole life. He was baptized on August 27, 1933, by Pastor Carl Schrader and confirmed on March 30, 1947, by Pastor Theodore Bauer at Peace Lutheran Church, where he served on the board. On June 2, 1953, Bill was drafted by the U.S. Army and was discharged May 2, 1955.

On July 26, 1957, Bill was united in marriage to Delores Lorraine Tietz of Jeffers, Minnesota. After returning from the service he took over the family farm. In retirement Bill and Delores traveled to many states, including Alaska and Hawaii, and also to Europe for their 50th Anniversary. They spent winters in Mesa, Arizona. Bill enjoyed playing golf and cards, dancing, and silver smithing, making jewelry for family and friends.

Bill died on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Parkview Nursing Home in Belview. He is survived by his wife Delores; daughter Doris (Bruce) Meier; grandson Mike (Aimee) Meier, great-grandchildren Kambelle, Capraese and Beckett; granddaughter Melissa (Kent) Louwagie, great-grandchildren Jonah, Gavin and Caleb; grandson Matt (Melissa) Meier, great-grandson Reggie; grandson Marshall Meier, great-grandchildren Ava, Kabe and Drue; great-granddaughter Autumn (Nicklas) Keppers, great-great-granddaughter Bailey Rose; and great-grandson Blake Meier.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, brother Arlo Zimmer, sister Ranee Dahl, son Danny who was killed in a farm accident, and grandson Mark Meier.

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