Jeffrey Allen Tukua

Jeffrey Allen Tukua, age 46 of Hastings died unexpectedly on October 22, 2012. Jeff was born in Albert Lea, MN to Sharon (Venem) and Dale Tukua. He graduated from Hastings High School in 1985, received his heavy equipment operator certification from the Staples Vocational School and worked as a heavy equipment operator for years. He married Becky Klem on September 11, 1993 at Our Saviour�s Lutheran Church. Jeff was a member of the 49ers, was an avid card player, loved to ride his horse Uno and go camping with family and friends. His infectious laugh and competitive spirit will be missed by all. Jeff was preceded in death by his grandparents and nephew Robbie. He is survived by his wife Becky and their two beautiful daughters, Nicole and Rachel, who were the light of his life. He is also survived by his mother, Sharon (Ed) Parkin and father Dale Tukua, all of Hastings; siblings Daryl Tukua of Hastings, Cheryl Tukua of Stillwater, Christie (Dennis) Thurmes of Hastings, and Amber Tukua of Oak Park Heights; also several nieces and nephews, and many other family and friends. The Memorial Service, officiated by Rev. Lloyd Menke will be held 11 AM Friday, October 26, at Our Saviour�s Ev. Lutheran Church, 400 West Ninth St., Hastings. Interment will follow in Lakeside Cemetery, Hastings. Visitation will be held from 4-8 PM Thursday, October 25 at Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home 201 EastSeventh St., Hastings and one hour prior to service at church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to American Diabetes Association.