Gary L. Long, age 64, of New Prague, died at his home on Tuesday, March 27, 2018 after a recent diagnosis of terminal lung cancer.  Gary was born on December 24, 1953, in Rice County, Faribault, Minnesota, to Gerald H. and Marion (Gatzke) Long.  He was raised in Milaca, Minnesota, where he attended high school and entered the U.S. Army following his junior year.  He served his country from 1972 to 1974.  He completed his GED in Germany and continued his education at various trade schools for welding, mechanical, and diesel engine.

Marie Ludmilla Kajer, 92, left this life on Christmas morning, December 25, 2017. Her daughters, Kim (Kajer) Bergstedt and Jacinta (Cindy) Timmons Carlson were at her side. In addition to her daughter, Kim, she is survived by Kim's husband, David A. Bergstedt, and their children, Brittany Marie, Erik Donald and Elisabeth Eve. In addition to her daughter Cindy, she is survived by Cindy's husband, Harold W. Carlson, and Harry's daughters Karin Carlson Spradlin and her children Emmet and Laura; Sarah Lynn Carlson; and Maria Lach Carlson and her children Lucia, Ellen and Flynn.

Irene A. Unger, age 85, of New Prague, died peacefully, surrounded by her family on Sunday, December 17, 2017, at her home.