As folks “up north”, meaning folks north of Ellsworth, drove down Hwy 91 to attend the funeral of well known farmer Jim Taylor, they passed Jim’s farm that borders highway 91. Many had comments about the farm that Jim was so proud of and that he raised his family on. Jim’s funeral was held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church last Saturday, October 14, 2017, officiated by Father Tom Jennings of Luverne, MN. The church was full of family and friends from all over. Jim’s casket bearers were his grandchildren who were always welcome at this farm. The beautiful casket arrangement bore the signs of Jim’s farm with ears of corn and stems of soybeans and fall flowers made by Jill Wolf of Adrian Floral. The family hosted a meal after mass and then traveled to Adrian for Jim’s last ride by his beloved farm. The farm will continue to be farmed by Jim’s nephews. The family was so pleased that so many friends and family members could be there to celebrate the life of their father and grandfather. Blessed be the memory of Jim Taylor who took such good care of God’s land. When God created the world he created a farmer to take care of the land! That quote is not exactly correct, but it fits Jim Taylor.
Farmers are rushing to finish the harvest, so be careful on all roads. Those big pieces of machinery take up lots of the road, so slow down and give them room.
What a good win for the Vikings!! Quarterback Rodgers had a serious injury, so the Vikings had a better chance of winning. Hey that’s the way the ball bounces.
This writer had good visit with Elaine Klein, daughter of Raphael and Esther Klein. Elaine lives in Maryland and called to express her sympathy in the death of Lenore Watry. More about Lenore’s funeral next week.
Last Wednesday I received lot of help from Barb Strassburg and Darlene Miller, Dr. Rud and Linda Hohn. It was good to hear about Pete Hohn. Pete always reads my column and so if you still do I will once again say “Hi Pete”.
Overnight guest in the home of Al and Cindy Cox were Mark Taylor and Carroll Taylor of Minneapolis. Mary (Cox) Taylor came on Friday to spend some time at the Jim Taylor’s visitation. Scot Taylor of Minneapolis drove his dad and Mark back after the funeral services. Weekend guest at the Al Cox home was 17 month old Braxton Pittman, son of Whitney and Michael. Sunday brunch guests were Mitchell and Kayla Cox and sons. The little cousins love to play together, they had a great time.
Thirty guests enjoyed a chicken dinner served at the Senior Center last week. The providers for the two buck meal were Eileen Hokeness and Mary Muldorfer. If anyone would like to be a provider, just call the Senior Center at 483-2588. We must support our Senior Dining.
Virgil Schutz will be 90 years old on October 26th. His address is 10 W. Veterans Dr., Luverne, MN 56156. Don’t be upset Virgil I (Kay) just had to let your family and friends know.
The sign on door at Adrian Auto states it is temporarily closed. It is closed due to illness. Jim Reese suffered a stroke and is recovering at Crossroads in Worthington. He would welcome visitors. Ryan Eidhammer’s wife, Sheena, suffered a severe heart attack and is hospitalized in Minneapolis recovering from attack and heart surgeries. Keep them in your thoughts and prayers as they are all going through a rough time. Ryan and Sheena have three small children. Watch Review for updated information on a benefit to be held for Ryan and Sheena coming up soon. Hope things start to improve for them all and the doors at Adrian Auto will once again be open. Adrian–Maine
Street misses you Ryan and Jim.
