Longtime Ivanhoe Resident Betty Rolling Passes Away at 84

Betty Jane Rolling, a beloved community member and lifelong Catholic, is remembered for her faith, family, and service to others.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Betty Jane Rolling, a longtime resident of Ivanhoe, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2026, at the age of 84. Rolling was known for her deep Catholic faith, love of family, and decades of service to her community. She taught at local schools, volunteered with pro-life organizations, and sang in the church choir until her final days.

Why it matters

Betty Rolling's life exemplified the values of faith, family, and community that are so important in the Ivanhoe area. Her passing is a loss felt by many who were touched by her kindness, generosity, and unwavering commitment to her beliefs over the course of more than 50 years living in the region.

The details

Rolling was born in 1941 in Denver, Colorado, and later moved to the Midwest, teaching in Kansas and serving as a lay missionary in Panama before settling in Ivanhoe with her husband Joseph in 1976 to start a hog farm. She later worked as a teacher's aide and caregiver, all while remaining deeply involved in her Catholic parish and local pro-life efforts. Rolling is remembered for her beautiful singing voice, creative talents, and tireless support for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild.

  • Betty Rolling passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026.
  • Her funeral Mass will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:30 AM.
  • Visitation will take place on Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with a prayer service and rosary from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

The players

Betty Jane Rolling

An 84-year-old longtime resident of Ivanhoe, Minnesota, known for her deep Catholic faith, love of family, and decades of service to her community.

Joseph "Joe" Rolling

Betty's husband, who she met while serving as a lay missionary in Panama and later moved with to start a hog farm in Ivanhoe.

Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church

The church in Ivanhoe, Minnesota where Betty was an active member, singing in the choir and serving as a sacristan until her death.

Dorothy Schabilion

Betty's sister, who survives her.

Father Brendan Rolling

One of Betty's children, who is a priest.

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What’s next

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The takeaway

Betty Rolling's life was a testament to the enduring power of faith, family, and community in the Ivanhoe area. Her decades of service, creativity, and devotion to the Catholic Church left a lasting impact on all who knew her.