Harriett Evelyn Borst, 100, of Rochester passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 (Epiphany) at Riverbend Memory Care. Harriett was born February 18, 1922, in Danube, Minnesota to Otto and Lillian Manthei. She often recalled the first day of school in Danube when her brother, Don, took her by the hand to lead the way. She was involved in many activities including cheerleading, performing in operettas, and playing sports.
Stephen Lawrence Johnson, 55, of Rochester MN, son of Janet and Larry Johnson, and resident of Hiawatha Homes, passed away on November 30, 2022 at his home of natural causes. He was born at St. Mary’s Hospital on November 24, 1967. At a very young age, it was determined Steve had significant physical and medical disabilities. These problems motivated his parents, along with three other families and other participating groups, to found Hiawatha Homes, a much needed facility for special needs people. Steve was one of the first residents and lived in various Hiawatha homes for 46 years.