Kim M. Orlikowski

Kim M. Orlikowski, 52, of Rib Lake; beloved daughter of Gerry and Carol, went to the realm of our Lord on Dec. 18, 2024. A full obituary will be published at a later date.

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Lester Raymond Noland, 84, of Medford, town of Browning, died Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024 at his home surrounded by family and while under the care of Hope Hospice. He was born Feb. 12, 1940 to Carl and Marcella (Rothamer) Noland. He grew up in Medford where he attended school. On Oct. 6, 1962, Lester married Joyce Poirier. They resided in the town of Browning for most of their marriage.

Lester’s working years started at Northland Furniture in Medford. He then worked for ten years as the caretaker for Holy Rosary church, school and cemeteries, until purchasing a dairy farm in the town of Browning, which he farmed until his retirement in 2014. He loved working outside, caring for the animals, gardening and mowing the yard. He found peace in nature and the tranquil surroundings of the farm. Not only did he keep busy on his property, but he enjoyed helping others, going to tractor pulls, and tending to his hobby of coin collecting.

Lester’s best moments were spent with family.

1940-2024

He loved attending his great-grandchildren’s events and programs, and spending time with his ten siblings. He looked forward to hosting their annual “snow parties” in his basement, which were full of food, laughter and fun.

Lester is survived by his wife of 62 years, Joyce, of Medford; two daughters, Kelly (Tom) Draeger of Rochester, Minn., Dawn Larson of Medford; ten siblings, Robert, Esther (Peter) Henrichs, David (Sharon), Michael (Christine), Lee (Nancy), Lawrence “Larry” (Linda), Sharon (James) Frischmann, Sandy (Don) Erl, Margaret “Maggie” (David) Dahl, Patrick (Audrey); grandchildren, Dustin (Samantha) Draeger, Ashley (Orlando) Sapon, Nicholas Wood; greatgrandchildren, Kaydence, Maggie, Teddy and Ben Draeger, Olivia and Noah Sapon; numerous nieces and nephews; and his beloved beagle, Bailey.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister-inlaw, Delores Noland; and son-in-law, Frank Larson.

A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, Jan. 6, 2025 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford with Fr. Patrick McConnell officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.

Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family.

Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online.

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