Rochester is a city in southeast Minnesota. It is the
administrative seat of Olmsted County. As of 2020, Rochester had
a population of 121,395, making it the third most populous city
in the state. Money Magazine ranked Rochester the 67th most
liveable city in the United States in 2006.
Rochester is
home to the Mayo Clinic, founded in 1889, one of the largest and
most important clinics in the world.
Rochester has been a
sister city to Moosburg an der Isar since 1981.
Rochester attractions include:
The History Center & Museum is a
history museum operated by the Olmsted County Historical Society. It
also includes a historical library and genealogy center.
The Mayowood
Mansion is the former home of Charles Horace Mayo. In 1965 the Mayo
family donated it to the Olmsted County Historical Society. It was
subsequently listed on the National Register of Historic Places and
turned into a museum.
The Franciscan Sisters of Rochester are a Roman
Catholic religious order founded by Alfred Moes in 1877. The Assisi
Heights Motherhouse is located on a hilltop in Rochester and can be seen
from many parts of the city.
The Rochester Art Center opened in 2004
and features a smaller selection of permanent and temporary exhibitions.
It also has a garden and park area facing the Zumbro River.
Various
buildings in Rochester are on the National Register of Historic Places,
including the Avalon Hotel and the former Chateau Theater, now used by
Barnes & Noble as a bookstore and café.
Rochester, Minnesota, is best known as the home of the Mayo Clinic,
drawing visitors for medical reasons, but its history harbors darker
elements. The city's past includes state hospitals, quarries, and
historic buildings tied to tragedy, illness, and death, fueling legends
of hauntings and eerie abandoned sites. These stories often stem from
the 19th and 20th centuries, when institutions like asylums and hotels
doubled as places of suffering. Below, I'll delve into the most
prominent examples, drawing on historical context, reported paranormal
activity, and local lore for an in-depth exploration.
The Kahler
Grand Hotel: A Hub of Medical Ghosts and Unexplained Phenomena
One of
Rochester's most infamous haunted spots is the Kahler Grand Hotel, a
historic landmark built in the 1920s. Originally constructed as a hybrid
hotel and hospital facility—half its current height—it served Mayo
Clinic patients due to its direct connection to the clinic via
underground tunnels. The basement functioned as a morgue during its
hospital days, and the building expanded over time to accommodate more
guests. Tragically, many patients with severe conditions passed away
here, and there are accounts of multiple suicides. The rooftop pool,
added around 50-60 years ago and accessible only by stairs from the 10th
floor (elevators stop at the 8th), is rumored to have been the site of
drownings.
Legends abound of restless spirits, primarily former Mayo
Clinic patients, manifesting through strange sensory experiences. Guests
and staff report sudden temperature drops, unusual odors like rotten
meat or spoiled mac and cheese wafting through hallways and staircases,
and inexplicable sounds such as knocking on walls, children's laughter
in empty corridors, or heavy footsteps on upper floors. The elevators
are particularly notorious for malfunctions—buttons failing to register,
doors slamming shut with an intense energy, or rides unexpectedly
detouring to abandoned levels. One chilling tale involves a woman in
period clothing entering the elevator on the 8th floor, staring
intensely without interacting, only to vanish when the doors reopen on a
lower level. Shadowy figures have been seen approaching in dim hallways,
and in the basement, explorers describe a pervasive "off" energy, with
objects like balloons mysteriously tying themselves during events.
The rooftop pool area amplifies the unease: lone visitors feel a heavy,
spooky atmosphere, gusts of foul smells unnoticed by others nearby, and
a sense of being watched. Room-specific stories include a dark creature
reportedly gnawing on a guest's fingers, leaving temporary bloodstains
that disappear, or papers sliding under doors at night. In the 1980s and
1990s, employees noted creepy vibes in staff elevators and fleeting
figures in locker rooms. These hauntings are attributed to the hotel's
dual role in life and death, blending luxury with lingering trauma.
Quarry Hill Park: From Asylum Grounds to Eerie Wilderness
Quarry
Hill Park, spanning over 300 acres in eastern Rochester, is a seemingly
idyllic nature reserve with hiking trails, ponds, and a nature
center—but its origins are far more sinister. In the 1800s, the site was
a limestone quarry where workers excavated rock, leaving behind jagged
formations and man-made caves dug in 1882 for storage. By the late 19th
century, it became part of the Rochester State Hospital (originally the
Second Minnesota Hospital for the Insane), Minnesota's second facility
for treating mental illness. Patients were kept occupied with farm work
and quarry labor, but conditions were harsh: some were restrained, and
treatments evolved from basic occupancy to electroshock therapy, heavy
medications, and lobotomies in the mid-20th century. A notorious
incident in 1889 saw a patient killed by two hospital workers. Many
residents spent their entire lives—and died—here, resulting in over
2,000 graves in the on-site cemetery, marked by simple numbered stones.
The city acquired the 212-acre property in 1965 after the hospital
closed, transforming it into a park while preserving remnants like
crumbling buildings (a barn, soap house, slaughterhouse, poultry house,
and bridge), the quarry pits, and the caves—most now sealed off for
safety. These abandoned elements create an atmosphere of desolation:
overgrown paths wind through thick forests dotted with century-old
ruins, and the caves hold etched poems from over 100 years ago, adding
to the time-capsule feel.
Haunted legends thrive here, with visitors
reporting an unsettling vibe on unpaved trails, as if unseen eyes watch
from the woods. The most infamous spot is "Dead Man's Bridge," a simple
structure over the quarry where a man allegedly hanged himself in the
1960s, leading to whispers of residual despair or apparitions near the
site. Before the caves were restricted, explorers described strange
underground occurrences, like echoes without source or sudden chills.
The park's history of suffering—thousands of forgotten souls buried
anonymously—fuels tales of restless spirits wandering the grounds,
especially at dusk. It's a blend of natural beauty and macabre
abandonment, making it a magnet for paranormal enthusiasts.
Plummer House: Gothic Elegance with Spectral Residents
The Plummer
House, completed in 1924, is a stunning English Tudor Revival mansion in
southwest Rochester, built by Dr. Henry Plummer, a co-founder of the
Mayo Clinic. Set on 11 acres with manicured gardens, a water tower
resembling a medieval turret, and intricate stonework, it was originally
a family home showcasing innovative features like an intercom system and
central vacuum. After Plummer's death in 1936, the city took ownership
in 1971, using it for events and tours while preserving its Gothic
charm.
Despite its grandeur, the house carries a haunted reputation
tied to its founder's lingering presence. Legends speak of Dr. Plummer's
ghost roaming the hallways, perhaps overseeing his creation. Visitors
report unexplained footsteps echoing in vacant rooms, doors creaking
open on their own, and shadowy figures glimpsed in mirrors or at
windows. Staff have heard whispers or felt cold spots in the library and
bedrooms, attributing them to the doctor's protective spirit or other
family members. The estate's isolation and dramatic architecture amplify
the eerie feel, especially during evening tours that highlight both its
history and paranormal anecdotes. While not as aggressively haunted as
other sites, the subtle disturbances make it a subtle yet chilling
landmark.
Other Haunted Legends in Rochester
Beyond these
major sites, Rochester boasts additional spots steeped in lore. The
Rochester Civic Theatre is said to be haunted by apparitions and odd
noises, possibly from its long history of performances and gatherings.
Similarly, the Stoppel Farm at the History Center of Olmsted County—a
preserved 19th-century homestead—hosts ghostly activity, with reports of
tools moving on their own or voices from empty barns, linked to its
pioneer-era tragedies. Local trolley tours, like the Haunted Rochester
Trolley, visit these and others, sharing stories of elevators,
basements, and forgotten farms to immerse riders in the city's spectral
side.
Abandoned Places: Caves, Ruins, and Forgotten Structures
Rochester's abandoned sites often overlap with its haunted ones, but
some stand out for their desolate allure. Beyond Quarry Hill's ruins,
the city hides man-made caves from the pre-refrigeration era, used for
food storage in limestone bluffs. One hidden cave, accessed via a small
opening at a limestone wall base, draws urban explorers for its echoing
chambers and forgotten artifacts, though many are sealed or hazardous.
At Stoppel Farm, abandoned structures like old root cellars add to the
eerie vibe.
In recent years, vacant schools have become symbols of
abandonment; for instance, a former elementary school stood empty a few
years ago, filled with retro items like dusty desks and chalkboards,
evoking nostalgia mixed with decay. While not in Rochester proper,
nearby ghost towns like Pitt or Dorothy (within 90 minutes) offer
extended exploration—abandoned mining settlements with crumbling homes
and overgrown streets, tied to economic busts and isolation. These
sites, though less documented, contribute to the region's aura of
forgotten history.
Pre-Settlement and Indigenous History
The area now known as
Rochester, Minnesota, has a rich indigenous history spanning thousands
of years. Native peoples from the Upper Mississippi cultures, Northern
Woodlands, and Western Prairies inhabited the region, including the
Dakota (Sioux), Ojibway (Ojibwe), and Ho-Chunk (Winnebago) in more
recent centuries. These groups utilized the land for hunting, gathering,
and seasonal settlements, drawn to the fertile prairies, rivers, and
woodlands. The Zumbro River and its tributaries, such as Cascade Creek,
Bear Creek, Silver Creek, and Willow Creek, provided vital resources and
transportation routes.
European exploration began in the 17th century
with French explorers like Father Louis Hennepin and Pierre Le Sueur in
1660, who sought a Northwest Passage via the Mississippi River or Lake
Superior. English explorers, including Jonathan Carver, followed in the
18th century. The land remained under indigenous control until the 1851
Treaty of Traverse des Sioux and the 1853 treaty, through which the
Dakota/Sioux relinquished the area to the U.S. government and the
Territory of Minnesota, opening it for European-American settlement.
Founding and Early Development (1850s–1860s)
Rochester's origins
trace to the mid-19th century amid westward expansion. The site
developed as a strategic stop along the Dubuque Trail, a stagecoach
route connecting St. Paul, Minnesota, to Dubuque, Iowa, near the
crossroads of the South Fork of the Zumbro River. On July 12, 1854,
pioneer George Head and his wife Henrietta claimed 320 acres in what is
now the central business district. They built a log cabin known as
Head's Tavern, which served as an inn for travelers. Head named the
settlement after his hometown of Rochester, New York, reflecting the
common practice of naming new towns after eastern counterparts.
In
1855, the Minnesota Territorial Legislature established Olmsted County,
named after David Olmsted, the first mayor of St. Paul (though he never
resided in the county). Rochester was designated the county seat due to
its central location and growing importance as a trail hub. The city was
officially incorporated on August 5, 1858. Settlers were attracted by
the region's cheap and fertile farmland, ideal for agriculture. By 1860,
just six years after Head's arrival, the population had grown to 1,424
residents. Early economy revolved around farming, with crops like wheat
and corn, and supporting services for stagecoach travelers.
Civil
War Era, Railroad Expansion, and Growth (1860s–1880s)
The Civil War
era marked a pivotal shift. In 1863, Dr. William Worrall Mayo, an
English immigrant who arrived in the U.S. in 1846, moved to Rochester
from Le Sueur, Minnesota, to serve as the examining surgeon for Union
draftees. He remained after the war as the local "County Doctor,"
establishing a medical practice that would later become legendary.
Infrastructure advancements accelerated growth. In October 1864, the
Winona and St. Peter Railroad reached Rochester, connecting it to
broader markets. The line was sold in 1867 to the Chicago and
Northwestern Transportation Company, allowing farmers to ship goods
nationally and attracting more businesses and residents. By 1880,
Rochester had evolved into a regional urban center with a population of
5,103, supported by agriculture, trade, and emerging services.
The 1883 Tornado and the Birth of Mayo Clinic (1880s–Early 1900s)
A
defining event occurred on August 21, 1883, when a violent thunderstorm
spawned a tornado that devastated northern Rochester. The storm killed
37 people (initial reports cited 24 deaths and 100 injuries, but totals
rose), injured about 200, and destroyed around 150 buildings, leaving
much of the city in ruins. With no dedicated medical facility nearby,
Dr. W.W. Mayo and his sons—William James Mayo (who joined the practice
in 1883) and Charles Horace Mayo (in 1888)—collaborated with the Sisters
of Saint Francis, led by Mother Mary Alfred Moes, who had arrived in the
area in 1877 to teach.
The Sisters, already operating a school,
provided aid to victims and proposed building a hospital if the Mayos
supplied the medical staff. Donations totaling $60,000 (equivalent to
millions today) funded the project. St. Marys Hospital opened on October
1, 1889, with 27 beds, marking the informal beginning of what would
become the Mayo Clinic. The Mayos emphasized integrated group practice,
inviting other physicians like Augustus Stinchfield, Christopher Graham,
Melvin Millet, Henry Plummer, and Donald Balfour to join by 1915. This
collaborative model, combined with scientific laboratories, pioneered
advancements in surgery, diagnostics, and patient care, transforming
Rochester into a national healthcare hub.
Population growth reflected
this: from 5,103 in 1880 to 13,722 in 1920, driven by medical tourism,
agriculture, and rail connections. The first Mayo Clinic building opened
in 1914, but demand quickly outgrew it.
20th Century Expansion,
Mayo Innovations, and IBM's Arrival (1900s–1970s)
The early 20th
century saw Mayo Clinic's formalization and rapid expansion. By 1929,
386 physicians operated under the Mayo name. Iconic structures included
the Plummer Building (1927) and additions at St. Marys Hospital like the
Joseph Building (1922), Francis Building (1941), and Domitilla Building
(1956). The 1955 Mayo Building addressed surging patient numbers. Mayo
pioneered group practice, emphasizing peer review and specialization,
and advanced fields like endocrinology, neurosurgery, and aviation
medicine.
Population boomed: from 20,621 in 1930 to 40,663 in 1960.
Economically, healthcare dominated, but agriculture (dairy, corn,
soybeans) and food processing supported the region.
A major
technological boost came in the 1950s with IBM. During World War II,
Thomas J. Watson Jr. (future IBM CEO) befriended Rochester pilot Leland
Fiegel. After Fiegel's 1948 death in a plane crash, Watson Jr. honored
him by selecting Rochester over Madison, Wisconsin, for IBM's Upper
Midwest expansion. Announced in February 1956, the 397-acre Rochester
Technology Campus started with 174 employees, growing to 1,800 by the
1958 opening of the Eero Saarinen-designed "Blue Building" (one of the
largest under a single roof). By the late 1970s, it employed about
6,000, focusing on midrange computers (e.g., AS/400 series) and
contributing to projects like the Roadrunner supercomputer. This
elevated Rochester's innovation profile, with high per capita patent
filings.
Flooding Challenges and Infrastructure Improvements
(1950s–1990s)
Rochester's location made it prone to flooding. Serious
events occurred in the 1950s and 1965. A devastating flood hit on July
5–6, 1978, with over 6 inches of rain causing the Zumbro River to crest
at 23.36 feet (flood stage: 12 feet), affecting one-third of the city,
causing 5 deaths, and $60 million in damage. Another flood followed in
September 1978.
This spurred a comprehensive flood-control project,
approved by Congress. Collaborating with the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers and Natural Resources Conservation Service, the $140 million
initiative (completed in 1996) included channelization of 7.5 miles of
waterways, seven reservoirs, and levees to protect against a 200-year
flood. It also created 10 miles of recreational trails, forming the
backbone of the city's park system. The highest post-project water level
was in June 2014, with minimal impact.
Modern Era and Destination
Medical Center (2000s–Present)
In the 21st century, Rochester has
solidified as a global healthcare and tech hub. Mayo Clinic employs over
51,000 (as of 2016), drawing more than 2 million visitors annually,
making it Minnesota's largest private employer. It anchors the economy
alongside IBM (now focused on servers and AI), the Rochester Federal
Medical Center, and agriculture-related firms like Kerry Flavours and
Ingredients.
Education has expanded with the University of Minnesota
Rochester (established 2006), Rochester Community and Technical College,
and Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine. Population reached 121,395 in
2020 (estimated 122,413 in 2023), with the metro area at
226,329–230,000.
A landmark initiative is the Destination Medical
Center (DMC), signed into law in 2013 by Governor Mark Dayton. This
public-private partnership aims to invest $5.6 billion over 20 years to
enhance Mayo Clinic and urban development, including $3.5 billion from
Mayo for facilities like research buildings and patient spaces. DMC
sub-districts focus on waterfront redevelopment, transit hubs, parks,
and biotech research (e.g., Discovery Square). It has spurred economic
growth, infrastructure like Zumbro River enhancements, and positioned
Rochester as a "Med City" with a diversified economy blending health,
tech, and tourism.
Rochester, Minnesota, is located in the southeastern part of the state, serving as the county seat of Olmsted County. It sits approximately 85 miles (137 km) southeast of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area, making it a key urban center in the region. The city's geographic coordinates are 44°01′24″N 92°27′41″W, with an average elevation of 1,129 feet (344 m) above sea level. Covering a total area of about 55.87 square miles (144.71 km²), of which 55.58 square miles (143.96 km²) is land and 0.29 square miles (0.75 km²) is water, Rochester is nestled in a valley along the South Fork of the Zumbro River. This positioning places it within a mixed-farming and deciduous forest biome, surrounded largely by agricultural lands and gentle hills. As the third-largest city in Minnesota with a population exceeding 122,000, its geography blends urban development with natural features, including an extensive park system spanning over 100 sites and 5 square miles (13 km²).
The topography of Rochester is characterized by rolling bluffs along the Zumbro River, gentle hills, and a somewhat rugged terrain influenced by its location in the Driftless Area. This region, which spans parts of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Illinois, escaped glaciation during the last Ice Age, resulting in deeply carved river valleys and steeper landscapes compared to the flatter, glaciated areas of much of the Midwest. The city's valley setting creates a natural amphitheater-like environment, with the urban core situated in lower elevations along the river, rising to bluffs and plateaus on the outskirts. This varied elevation contributes to scenic views and recreational opportunities but also poses challenges like flood risks, as evidenced by the major 1978 flood that led to extensive flood-control projects, including river channel modifications and levees. The surrounding area transitions into farmland, with the city's skyline—dominated by medical facilities like the Mayo Clinic—contrasting against the natural backdrop of hills and valleys.
Geologically, Rochester's position in the Driftless Area is a defining feature. Unlike much of Minnesota, which was shaped by glacial activity that deposited till and created numerous lakes, this area remained unglaciated, preserving older bedrock formations and allowing rivers to erode deep valleys into the underlying sedimentary rocks. The bedrock primarily consists of Paleozoic-era layers, including limestone, dolomite, and sandstone from the Ordovician and Cambrian periods, which are exposed in bluffs and quarries around the city. These formations support karst topography in some nearby areas, with sinkholes and underground drainage, though less pronounced within city limits. Olmsted County, including Rochester, is one of only four counties in Minnesota without natural lakes, a direct result of this glacial history—instead, any lakes are artificial. The region's soils are fertile loess deposits, ideal for agriculture, but the lack of glacial smoothing contributes to the area's hilly and dissected plateau-like appearance. Minnesota as a whole features continental divides, with water from Rochester flowing southward via the Zumbro River toward the Mississippi River and ultimately the Gulf of Mexico.
Water plays a central role in Rochester's geography, with the South Fork of the Zumbro River serving as the primary waterway. This river, approximately 57.6 miles (92.7 km) long, flows through the heart of the city, converging with tributaries like Silver Creek and Bear Creek. Its watershed covers 1,422 square miles (3,680 km²) of agricultural and urban land, influencing local ecology and providing recreational corridors. Silver Lake, an artificial impoundment on the South Fork just below its confluence with Silver Creek, was originally created as a cooling pond for a power plant but now serves as a wildlife habitat, particularly for migrating Canada geese that overwinter due to the warmer water. Other streams and creeks crisscross the area, contributing to the city's flood-control infrastructure. While there are no natural lakes in Olmsted County, artificial ones exist in parks and quarries. The city's parks, such as Soldiers Field and those along the Zumbro, enhance accessibility to these water features, promoting activities like kayaking and fishing.
Rochester has a warm-summer humid continental climate (Köppen classification: Dfb), featuring four distinct seasons with cold winters, warm summers, and transitional springs and falls. Despite its southern location in Minnesota, the city is cooler than the Twin Cities due to its higher elevation and absence of a significant urban heat island effect. It ranks as the second-windiest city in the United States, with average wind speeds of 12.6 mph (20.3 km/h), peaking from January to April. Annual precipitation averages 33.02 inches (839 mm), mostly as rain in summer, while snowfall totals 51.9 inches (132 cm) per year. The area is prone to severe weather, including tornadoes, with two F4 events recorded since 1950.
Beyond the city limits, Rochester is encircled by agricultural fields in a mixed-farming region, with the deciduous forests providing habitat for wildlife. The geography supports a vibrant ecosystem, including bird migration routes along the river. Urban expansion, driven by the Mayo Clinic and related developments under the Destination Medical Center initiative, is reshaping the riverfront for better integration with natural features. Compared to northern Minnesota's wetlands and pine forests, Rochester's southern position offers a milder, more varied terrain, though still distinctly Midwestern. Overall, the city's geography fosters a balance between natural beauty, recreational spaces, and economic growth, making it a unique hub in the Upper Midwest.
The city of Rochester includes a total of six boroughs with a total of 22 residential areas (Apple Hill, Baihly Meadows, Baihly Woodlands, Country Club Manor-East, East Side, Emerald Hills, Folwell, Foxcroft, Glendale, Golfview, John Adams, John Marshall, Kutzky Park, Lincolnshire / Arbor Glen, Mayowood Hills, Mill Race, Northrop, Northwest, Pine Ridge, Shorewood, Southeast, Southern Hills, Viking Park).
Rochester has the continental climate typical of Minnesota. The summers are hot and humid, while the winters are cold with little rainfall. The maximum daily temperature is below zero degrees Celsius on an average of 83 days a year. Annual snowfall is 135 centimeters. Furthermore, Rochester is part of the outskirts of Tornado Alley.
Traffic
Rochester has a number of air-conditioned subways/skyways.
They connect different buildings and offer protection against extreme
weather conditions. In addition, the most important places can be
reached by city bus. The city offers pedestrians and cyclists a
relatively modern network of footpaths and cycle paths. Within the city
alone, the cycle path network is around 37 kilometers long.
Rochester International Airport is located southwest of the city center.
National hubs such as Minneapolis-Saint Paul Airport or Chicago Airport
can be reached via it for national and international flight connections.
Rochester is accessible by automobile via the U.S. Accessible via
Highways 14, 52 and 63, as well as Interstate 90 and Minnesota State
Route 30.
Established businesses
Rochester's economy is
dominated by the Mayo Clinic and its associated healthcare facilities.
In addition to the main buildings in downtown, Mayo Clinic also includes
the Saint Marys Hospital and the Rochester Methodist Hospital. A total
of 4,000 doctors treat more than 315,000 inpatients and 1.21 million
outpatients every year.
The computer industry has also settled
here. IBM employs around 5,000 people in Rochester. The unemployment
rate is 3.5 percent (as of August 2007).
As of the 2010 census, Rochester was home to 106,769 people in 43,025
households. The population density was 1040.6 people per square
kilometer. Statistically, 2.42 people lived in each of the 43,025
households.
The racial makeup of the population was 82.0 percent
White, 6.3 percent African American, 0.3 percent Native American, 6.8
percent Asian and 2.6 percent from other races; 2.6 percent descended
from two or more ethnic groups. Regardless of ethnicity, 5.2 percent of
the population was Hispanic or Latino.
24.8 percent of the
population was under 18 years old, 62.5 percent were between 18 and 64
and 12.7 percent were 65 years or older. 51.6 percent of the population
was female.
The median annual household income was $63,428. Per
capita income was $32,948. 9.4 percent of the residents lived below the
poverty line.
Charles Horace Mayo (1865–1939), physician and co-founder of the Mayo
Clinic
Cynthia Gooding (1924–1988), folk singer
Alexander M. Keith
(1928–2020), lawyer, politician and Lieutenant Governor of Minnesota
John Culver (1932–2018), politician and congressman
Robert Angelici
(born 1937), chemist
Michael Jensen (born 1939), economist
Laurinda Hope Spear (born 1950), architect and landscape designer
John E. Brandenburg (born 1953), plasma physicist
Eric Strobel (born
1958), ice hockey player and Olympic gold medalist
Sheree J Wilson
(born 1958), actress
Joseph Coffey (born 1960), Catholic minister,
Auxiliary Bishop in the US Military Ordinariat
Leah Thompson (born
1961), actress
Jim Johannson (1964–2018), ice hockey player and
official
Shjon Podein (born 1968), ice hockey player
Dan Bakkedahl
(born 1969), actor and comedian
Richard Ojeda (born 1970), politician
Doug Zmolek (born 1970), ice hockey player
Leilani Münter (born
1974), racing driver and environmental activist
Julie Anne Genter
(born 1979), politician
John Pohl (born 1979), ice hockey player
Eric Butorac (born 1981), tennis player
Andy Canzanello (born 1981),
ice hockey player
Colin Stuart (born 1982), ice hockey player
Sada
Jacobson (born 1983), fencer
Joseph Kuipers (born 1984), cellist and
music teacher
Mark Stuart (born 1984), ice hockey player
Bethanie
Mattek-Sands (born 1985), tennis player
Alexander Meyer (born 1988),
swimmer, world champion
Sydney Scotia (born 1997), actress