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Ivanhoe Today
By the People, for the People
Ferdinand Citterman, Longtime Sleepy Eye Resident, Passes Away
Citterman, formerly of Ivanhoe, Minnesota, died at Sleepy Eye Medical Center
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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Ferdinand Citterman, a longtime resident of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota who previously lived in Ivanhoe, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the Sleepy Eye Medical Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30 am at St. John Cantius Catholic Church in Wilno, Minnesota, followed by burial in the St. John Cantius Catholic Cemetery.
Why it matters
Citterman's passing marks the end of an era for the small town of Sleepy Eye, where he had been a fixture in the community for decades. His funeral and burial will bring together friends, family, and community members to honor his life and legacy.
The details
Visitation for Citterman will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 5-7 pm at St. John Cantius Catholic Church in Wilno, with a prayer service at 7 pm. Visitation will resume on Saturday, one hour prior to the 10:30 am funeral service. Houseman Funeral Home, Birk Chapel in Canby, Minnesota is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
- Citterman passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
- Visitation will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 from 5-7 pm.
- Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30 am.
The players
Ferdinand Citterman
A longtime resident of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota who previously lived in Ivanhoe.
Houseman Funeral Home, Birk Chapel
The funeral home entrusted with Citterman's funeral arrangements, located in Canby, Minnesota.
The takeaway
Citterman's passing marks the end of an era for the close-knit community of Sleepy Eye, where he had been a respected and beloved member for many years. His funeral will bring together those whose lives he touched, allowing them to honor his memory and celebrate his life.
