Doraine E Hernlem

Doraine Hernlem, age 86, of Hastings, MN, passed away at Augustana Health Care Center on October 13, 2019, surrounded in love with her family at her side. She was born in 1932 to George and Rose (Grote) Arden and in 1954 was married to John Hernlem for 41 years until his death in 1995. Together, they raised four children. Doraine was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Hastings where she volunteered time doing quilting, vacation bible school, Meals on Wheels, Wise Penny thrift store as well as other church events. Her passions included spending time with her family and special time with her grandchildren. She also loved baking, gardening, selling Avon, camping, spending time at the cabin and putting together fantastic holiday dinners. Her caring nature and her love will be missed but her heavenly home is where she rests until we meet again. Doraine was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Delbert Arden, Donna Vieths, Donald Arden, Dorman Arden and Doris Gernentz. Doraine is survived by her children, Daniel (Susan) Hernlem, Jodi (Dan) McNamara, Jeffrey (Rose) Hernlem and Darin (Jennifer) Hernlem; grandchildren, Erin, Chris, Sarah, Candace, Brett, Allison, Vanessa, Whitney, Ava and 5 great grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, October 16th at 11:00 AM at St. John's Lutheran Church, 202 8th St. W. in Hastings. A visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment at Lakeside Cemetery in Hastings. Memorials preferred to the donor’s choice in memory of Doraine.