Mary Ellen Ziemann

Mary Ziemann, of Milan passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at her home in Milan, MN at the age of 91.

Mary Ellen Claussen was born May 14, 1935 in Windom, MN to John and Marjorie (Yackley) Claussen. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Slayton, MN. Mary attended and graduated from Slayton High School in 1953. She was united in marriage to Larry Ziemann on August 26, 1955 also at Trinity Lutheran Church in Slayton.

Mary and Larry lived in Slayton and Lake Wilson, and also became parents to four children before moving to Milan in 1963. Throughout the years, Mary spent 30 of them working as a bank clerk, along with raising her children. Mary had a love for quilting, playing cards, fishing, cooking and gardening, as well as a proficient use of pig latin. An avid fan of the Minnesota Twins, Mary also spent time as a Girl Scout leader. In her community, Mary was an active member of Kviteseid Lutheran Church, and was also honored to serve as the parade marshal for the Syttende Mai festival in Milan.

Mary was known for her kindness.

Mary is survived by her children; Wendy Ziemann (Marko Vorkapich) of Azle, TX, Cindy Madden of Arvada, CO, and Ted (Lori) Ziemann of Appleton, MN, along with seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. In addition to her direct descendants, Mary has three brothers, five sisters, and many nieces, nephews, extended family , and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Larry; daughter Nancy; grandson Stephen Mervine; and sister, Alice Witte.

Cremation is under the direction of Anderson - TeBeest Funeral Home of Montevideo. www.andersontebeest.com

Visitation will be held October 8, 2026 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Kviteseid Lutheran Church in Milan. Visitation will will also be available one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.

Memorial services will be held Friday, October 9th, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Kviteseid Lutheran Church in Milan with Pastor Linda Molitor officiating. The burial will take place at the church cemetery.